Therapists in Sawtelle, Los Angeles, CA

Being human is messy and hard, and all too often, you can feel alone in facing your suffering. You feel isolated, cut off, like nobody else gets what you're going through–whether that be grief, depression, systemic oppression, trauma, or any other human affliction. While the original experiences were hard, your sense of aloneness makes them worse; they stick with you and shape the way you interact with the world, like tightly-wound knots that never get a chance to loosen.

Life transitions can be difficult and lead to an array of emotions ultimately impacting your mental health. Whether you are struggling with feelings of anger, sadness, stress, worry, confusion or a particular life change, it can be helpful to obtain services from a mental health professional. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 11 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in treating adolescents and adults. I am trained in multiple treatment modalities used to address issues including depression, anxiety, trauma and oppositional behaviors.

Eating Disorders are truly not just about food and body image. It is a disorder of relationships, a disorder of shame, and a disorder of anxieties. Not every person with Eating Disorders has experienced trauma, but some do. Eating disorders thrive in isolation, shame, and silence. Therapy can be the place to get you off that dark and lonely path to a safe space where you can heal and thrive; yes, you thrive! It is time to stop hurting yourself, it is time for you to breathe. You matter, you are good enough – break the cycle.

Ever found yourself lost in the intricate patterns of your emotions and thoughts, the complexities and overwhelm that shapes the story of your life? If you're searching for a comforting place to navigate the shadows of depression, anxiety, or trauma, I'd love to help you! I've had the privilege to work with clients of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences. My style is all about creating a warm, safe space where you can be your full, authentic self. I'm not here to just listen; I'm here to help you overcome whatever's holding you back and live your life to the fullest.

I am passionate about helping my clients on their journey of self-discovery, who are experiencing life hardships or feeling stuck. I believe the therapeutic process is a collaboration and teamwork between the psychotherapist and the client, and self-awareness and growth are the natural results of effective psychotherapy. In my opinion, there are many reasons why we become who we are. Our genetics, biology, neurology, upbringing, relationships, life experiences, and the society we were raised in are all important in shaping who we have become.

I work with individuals and couples. With my background in law and my passion for mental health, I help lawyers and busy professionals navigate relationship issues, overcome burnout, and tackle work-related stress head-on. Maybe it’s the pressure-cooker environment at work, where deadlines loom like storm clouds. Or perhaps it’s the all-too-familiar dance of miscommunication and misunderstandings in your relationship, leaving you both feeling like you're stuck in a tango with two left feet. I can help you tap into your inner strength, set boundaries, and confidently navigate life’s twists and turns.

Clients seeking to change need to have a new EXPERIENCE in session; talking is not the same thing as changing. We will use a range of strategies to create a new experience of yourself. I am an EMDR certified therapist and using EMDR, can address long-term difficulties such as relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, low-self-esteem. EMDR is also used with great results for individuals who have had a recent distressing incident such as a car accident, break in, assault, etc. I use a variety of out-of-the-box strategies to create new possibilities in how you experience yourself and others.

Feeling worried all the time? Feeling down or depressed? Dealing with negative thinking that wont go away? Having difficulties in your relationships? Struggling to maintain a balance between responsibilities and everyday challenges? Let me help you! I will guide you to effectively manage anxiety, depression or elevated stress that may arise when dealing with past or present relationship issues, family conflict, divorce, separation, parenting difficulties, trauma, illness, loss, transitions or other life stressors. I offer individual, couples, or family therapy services using brief or long term approaches specific to your needs.

Life is a journey of many ups and downs with many bumps in the road along the way. I specialize in helping people with those bumps. When I began working in this field I treated adults whom have problems with substance abuse. As I worked with this population I realized that many of my clients were dealing with a plethora of other mental health issues. I continued to refine my skills in therapy I then spent a few years working primarily with children (as young as toddlers through adolescence)also with their parents and families as well. This taught me that many problems people have as adults can begin when they are very young.

Welcome! I provide holistic therapy for young adults, college students, and recent graduates. My priority is creating a space where you feel safe and understood, so we can get to the root of your challenges and find your path forward. If you’re feeling lost about your next steps, questioning aspects of your identity, or feeling unsatisfied in your relationships, therapy can help. In time, you'll reconnect with your innate strengths, clarify your values, and challenge self-critical thoughts so you can move forward with confidence and alignment.

Throughout our lives, we all have experienced feelings of depression, anxiety, and anger. These emotions leave you feeling insecure, shameful, lonely, unworthy and stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior. Trauma can have negative emotional and physical effects and can lead to family/relationship issues. I specialize in solution-focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and CBT. These approaches allow me to work with the client to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression and other health/behavioral issues.

Are you TIRED of being last on your to-do list? Are you DONE putting other people's wants and needs before your own? If this sounds like you, you're probably also experiencing burn-out, imposter syndrome, disconnection with your body/emotions, and/or significant life-changes. Let's work together to RELEASE you of your people-pleasing, perfectionism, self-doubt, and low self-esteem. Are you ready to get back into the driver's seat and take charge of your life? I would be honored to walk this journey alongside you, to hold space and provide support.

I work collaboratively, my style is active and engaged with the intention of creating a safe environment to empower understanding, growth, and healing. I guide my clients by helping them modify their lives according to their needs and lifestyle.

I provide a safe, comfortable, and healing space in which to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. I help individuals (adults and adolescents), couples, and families explore challenges, patterns, preferences, successes, and strengths. I strongly believe that greater awareness is the key to a personal growth. Increased awareness leads to acceptance (self and otherwise) and actions more reflective of one's values and desires.

As your therapist, I am here to offer support through life's challenges. I believe that gaining a deeper understanding of ourselves frees us from unhelpful patterns and enables us to live a more authentic life. I provide therapy for individuals and couples, with a focus on LGBTQ+ issues, sex and intimacy, healing from trauma, phase of life challenges, addiction and recovery, and men's issues. Together, we will examine the thought patterns, behaviors, and societal influences affecting your mental health, aiming to foster lasting change.

Hi there, I'm Jonathan, a licensed marriage and family therapist. Congratulations on taking your first step toward wellness and recovery! I help people with issues like anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, marital/pre-marital issues, and more.

I am a Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor III (CADC-III) and have assisted families in crisis for over a decade. My therapeutic style is influenced by the principles of Gestalt Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). When working with families my focus is on what is happening in the here-and-now and overcoming disruptive attitudes, values, beliefs, and behavior that undermine quality of life and interpersonal relationships. My aim is to empower individuals and families to identify maladaptive characteristics and elicit positive change in their lives.

Dr. Gill is a CA-based, Board Certified Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience providing psychotherapy, coaching, teaching, and consultation services. Dr. Gill utilizes a holistic approach to helping clients manage their health and well-being by utilizing the biopsychosocial model to assess for and conceptualize disease in the mind-body of the individual. As experiences and functioning in daily life are influenced by an intersection of numerous factors including social systems and structures, Dr. Gill works to address the impacts of experiences with privilege and oppression on an individual's mental health.

If you or your child suffer from OCD or other anxiety disorders, you're not alone. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness, yet most sufferers don't receive proper, evidence-based treatment. OCD/anxiety can cause problems socially, academically, professionally, and create chaos with family members. The good news is that there is help. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has repeatedly shown to be the most effective approach for defeating OCD and anxiety. CBT creates new neuro-pathways by changing the way you think and behave. It's basically exercise for the brain. The more you flex those brain muscles, the stronger you become.