Optum Therapists in Westwood, Los Angeles, CA

We are all, at times, a patient: from the Latin, one who suffers. You might wonder what can be done? What use is it to understand why? To enter into analysis is to move from the position of patient to analysand: one who takes responsibility for one’s own suffering and for one’s own desire. Therapeutic action occurs through the production and analysis of dreams and speech, by the mobilization of your signs, signifiers, symbols and symptoms. The idiom “talking cure” was invented by the first users of this technology - the proverbial couch. My practice follows this ethos closely and facilitates treatment for a wide variety of maladies.

My name is Kimberley Sligar, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have experience working with diverse individuals and families in outpatient settings. My modalities include strength-based approaches, relaxation techniques, motivational interviewing skills, and cognitive behavioral therapy to target trauma, anxiety, self-development, and relationship conflicts. I am here to provide therapeutic support to help you on your journey to self-awareness and accomplish your goals.

People are my passion and I feel blessed to have found my calling. My background includes being a pastor's grandchild and having a military family, I have been a wife, and also a teacher. I am still a mother and a grandmother which all have led me to become a therapist. I began working in group homes, foster families, juvenile probation, private practice, schools, and the county jail. I have loved my jobs and feel blessed that, "I Get to go to work, I don't Have to go to work."

As a therapist, I prioritize creating a nurturing and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, validated, and supported in their journey towards healing and self-actualization. Whether grappling with individual challenges such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, or navigating complex family dynamics such as communication breakdowns, conflicts, or intergenerational patterns, I am here to provide guidance, encouragement, and practical strategies for navigating life's obstacles. I strive to integrate cultural sensitivity and awareness into my therapeutic approach, honoring the diverse backgrounds and experiences of each client.

Hello and Welcome! I know how hard it is to find the right fit and therapy can be intimidating, but you are taking a brave step towards a new beginning with me at AM Therapy. I specialize in Mental Health for Women, Mothers, Post Graduates & Professionals experiencing Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma or Grief. As an Asian American Woman and Mother, I know how challenging and overwhelming life can get, managing work, parenting, stress, perfectionism, high expectations - you're not alone, I am here to help you break unhealthy habits and create a more fulfilling & enjoyable life.

I believe that the core of successful psychotherapy lies in creating a safe place for you to talk about things that are truly important in your life. I am currently an online psychotherapist with over 20 years of clinical experience. I draw from various evidence-based approaches to provide personalized therapy that meets your unique needs. While we cannot always avoid the challenges that arise in our life, we do have a choice how to address them. I believe that there is much to learn from these struggles and that by facing them we create opportunity for making enduring changes in our life.

My name is Taalya Areli, LMFT, PhD. My approach is holistic and acknowledges that you are more than your thoughts and more than your struggles. I believe in taking your mind, body, and spirit on the healing journey. I specialize in both traditional and integrative approaches; CBT, psychodynamic, existential/humanistic, inner child and parts work, expressive art, as well as energy psychology, transpersonal psychology/consciousness and integration of non-ordinary experiences, hypnosis for stress reduction, visualizations, exploration of ancestral influences, and more.

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Hi, my name is Juana Fulton, and I am a bilingual (English & Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of California providing individual therapy sessions via telehealth. I work with young adults, adults, and seniors from diverse identities, backgrounds, and cultures who experience symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, mood fluctuations, substance use disorder (SUD), difficulties managing relationships, emotions, and life transition events (school, work, parenting, divorce, and loss). I use a variety of theoretical approaches, each suited to the needs and situations presented by the client.

As a clinical psychologist , I work with clients to increase insight about reasons for distress and dysfunction; formulate predictions about desired goals and pitfalls to avoid; and plan/apply realistic, yet appropriately-challenging steps to achieve set goals. Thanks to APA-accredited doctoral training and years of experience, I offer a range of empirically supported therapeutic tools customized around my client's unique cultural identities and specific needs, and influenced by C(B)T, DBT, ACT, Dynamic, Interpersonal, and other models of therapy.

My goal is to provide you a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space to explore the issues you are struggling with and create a plan on how we can resolve those issues together so you can live your best life. I take a holistic, client-centered, culturally sensitive, and trauma informed approach to ensure I am meeting your specific needs. I provide supportive and evidenced based practices to my clients and have worked with both adolescents and adults, utilizing various modalities.

I am well rounded, hold a high level of cultural competency, and understand the unique struggles of immigration, victims of crime, racism, discrimination, systemic barriers, lack of resources, and the impact of economic hardships on mental health functioning. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life and joining with my clients to help them achieve their goals. Fairly stable clients with desires to prevent potential distress. College students, first-generation graduates, the transition of life worries and bridging the gap of knowledge and rapidly shifting social norms in a highly technological society during the pandemic.

Mehrzad Bazyar is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT-108725) who is experienced in helping people dealing with depression, anxiety, self-esteem and interpersonal/relationship/communication issues. He provides psychotherapy and family counseling in a safe, empathic, non-judgmental, and non-pathological environment. Mehrzad's approach is an integration of "CBT", "Adlerian", "Family System", "Client Centered", "Solution Focused" and "Reality Therapy". He offers a highly personalized approach tailored individually to each client to provide a respectful, nurturing and safe environment to reach the therapeutic goals.

Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life. WellPsyche is also a leader in Telemedicine. Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work.

As your therapist, we celebrate your wins, learn from losses, and share this experience to foster collective growth and understanding. Here, you're not just a client; you're part of a system dedicated to healing and growing together. In our sessions, you can look forward to real conversation where healing and growth flourish. Our weekly sessions are a haven for connection and collaboration, offering you the opportunity to be seen and heard in a respectful and nurturing environment. You'll find more than just a therapist – you'll discover a supportive & compassionate person who genuinely cares about your journey.

My name is Maria. I am a bilingual Spanish and English Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been practicing for over 8 years in a County outpatient mental health clinic that services a multicultural and diverse population. y experience includes but is not limited to conducting therapy for Pregnant and postpartum women, adults, older/mature adults, client’s suffering from emotional and crisis situations, mood conditions, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, psychosis, substance abuse, domestic violence, trauma’s, post-traumatic stress disorder, fear, tragedy, paranoia, adoption, grief, and loss.

I have been in practice for 30 years treating eating disorders, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders and working with people who want to succeed in life and have resistance to their own success. I am a certified psychoanalyst. I teach graduate school courses in Clinical Psychology something I have been doing for 27 years. I have a very holistic approach to therapy having been trained in psychosynthesis (a spiritual approach) and Modern Psychoanalyis. I love the work I do helping people reach their potential.

My name is Sima Braude. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adult individuals and specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal issues, maternal mental health using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, elements of psychodynamic therapy and employing existential approach to therapy in general. I offer eclectic approach to therapy and work collaboratively with my clients to individualize our work together to meet their needs maximally.

Many people come to me when they experience the following: people pleasing, self criticism, "what is wrong with me?", not connecting with loved ones, feelings of emptiness, parental self-doubt, never feeling good enough. If you consistently experience these, please don't hesitate to reach out to me for help. Things can change for you!