Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Redlands, CA

Greetings! I am a clinical psychologist (Doctor) in Redlands California. I have been in practice in my quaint Redlands building for over 25 years. I specialize in mindfulness psychotherapy and offer a multitude of services for depression, anxiety, PTSD and other psychological challenges. Our building is a commercially converted house creating a warm and inviting experience. You always have the option for in-office or virtual sessions. Our assistant, Kathy, is here to answer questions and expedite scheduling! You will find our services professionally offered in a warm and beautiful setting.

Accepting new clients. I enjoy helping people heal, move forward, and overcome challenges. I have experience working with young adults/adults, and couples. I apply a Client Centered approach, CBT, DBT, REBT, Post Modern, Existential, & Psychodynamic- dependent upon needs. I am passionate about therapy and have been practicing for ten years. I have also been a contractor for A&E’s “Intervention” and I have contracted with CSULB for D1 athletes. I work with working professionals, business owners, college students, couples, etc. Additionally, I practice the specialty of Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).

Hi there, I'm Sandra! I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults. I have ample experience treating anxiety and depression through CBT and DBT. I have also provided therapy to individuals affected by trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, and LGBTIQ issues. Throughout my years serving as a social worker and therapist, I have worked with neurodiverse patients. My hope as a clinician is to help you live a fulfilled life. It takes courage to begin therapy and commitment to make permanent changes. I am ready to develop a meaningful therapeutic relationship to support you in your healing journey.

My aim is to help you be present with what life brings and to move in a direction that has personal meaning. My approach to the therapeutic environment is to provide a space of no judgement and rigorous compassion in order for you to be able to heal and grow into the person you were meant to be.

Having anxiety can cause feelings of being out of control. Depression can cause almost physical pain. Sometimes, to feel more in control or less pain, we do things that we think are helping. But, is it? The heaviness of trauma can be frightening, frustrating, and even lonely! Everyone has a right to be heard and feel comfortable within their own space. I'm an LGBTQIA+ therapist, with an eclectic, holistic therapeutic perspective. I consider YOU to be an expert in your life and growth. No one knows you better than yourself. Sometimes, we all just need a little guidance.

***Accepting new client's*** Limited in person/primarily telehealth. Welcome to Moon-Saji Therapy Services! I have been helping parents, adults and children manage their difficult emotions for last 11 years. Whether it is feelings sad, anxious, frustrated or confused, I am here to support you and/or your family through this journey. One of the areas I focus on is reducing parental stress due to difficult behaviors (disruptive/oppositional) for parents with children ages 2-7. I also work with children and adults managing symptoms from trauma.

As a therapist, the heart of my work is to help you create healthy, more fulfilling relationships. Because we are relational beings, our lives are profoundly influenced by the quality of our relationships. At times, we may need to repair a broken relationship, let go of a harmful relationship, or manage a problematic relationship in a healthier way. I come alongside couples, families, and individuals to bring health and healing to relationships with key people in their lives - spouses, parents, children, friends, work colleagues, or even your relationship to yourself.

Due to current events around COVID 19 I am offering Telehealth sessions. My passion to work with people started when I was placed into foster care at 15. It was during this time I realized how life experiences can change and drive our moods and behaviors. Trauma impacts and influences everyone and can alter the way we perceive and interact with people and the world. I will empower my client's to address their past traumatic events and begin to heal themselves through therapy. I believe that everyone has resilience within them and with the right support, client's are able to take back control of their lives.

Navigating the mental health system is challenging. I believe therapy should be a space to feel safe and heard regardless of your life experiences, and that your culture and identity are important to honor and integrate into therapy.

You do not need to have a mental health disorder to seek therapy. Sometimes we just need someone to listen and provide extra support through life transitions and challenges. I'm pleased to be that person for you in your life. Everyone suffers from life's struggles, but healing begins through connections to both ourselves and the people in our lives. We all are resilient and have the aptitude to feel peace and acceptance with relationships and within.

I value the importance of creating a safe, supportive and collaborative environment to help facilitate personal growth and healing from the overwhelming challenges we sometimes face in life. Pain is part of our human experience. However, suffering does not have to be. My focus is to provide my clients with practical and effective interventions that are tailored to their specific needs. My clinical practice is highly informed by principles of neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology and evidenced based psychological interventions. My aim is to assist, encourage and empower my clients on their path forward in reaching their goals.

My approach to healing is through connection. Meeting people where they are and validating our shared human experience. Together, we will work hard to improve your life in a safe, nurturing environment. I use insight along with EMDR and humanistic approaches in order to help people find their hidden potential and to heal. I will accompany you on your journey to self-discovery.

Do you have a history of trauma or stressful life events? Are you feeling stuck, anxious, angry, or overwhelmed? Sometimes we struggle to be the type of employee, partner, or parent we hope to be. Many of my clients tell me they are having a hard time feeling safe, confident, calm and joyful in their life. They find themselves not fully present or able to enjoy the positive moments and connections in life. If you have been feeling this way, it could relate to trauma or life stress. If you have experienced grief, losses, or a traumatic experience, we can develop a coping plan and begin specialty therapies to help.

With over 5 years of experience in the field, I specialize in treating individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and complex trauma. My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and evidence-based practices to help clients navigate through their mental health challenges.

Using compassionate care, empathy, sensitivity, gentleness, and a strengths-based approach, I strive to create a warm and comfortable environment for clients to engage in their healing, growth, and change processes. I assist clients in exploring the context, history, and life experiences that contribute to their presenting concerns in order for clients to experience self-transformation. I want my clients to know that there are always ways in which to manage, cope, recover, and heal, and that suffering does not have to be permanent or lifelong.

Seeking help in times of inner battles takes great courage. I respect and admire those who come to me for support, as you are the bravest types of people. I am driven to ensure that my clients feel a sense of belonging and understanding, allowing them to unload the weight they carry. Judgment and indifference have no place in my space. There is only healing, reparation, and reconciliation.

The decision to begin therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. It often takes courage to reach out for help. Counseling can be the bridge that allows you to not only work through life's challenges, but also realize your own strengths and resiliencies. We will work together to help you identify the underlying causes that may be keeping you from all that you are meant to be. I provide a safe place where you can find self understanding, gain insight, better judgment, healing, growth, restoration and empowerment for lasting change. It is my passion to help you achieve relief from distress or improve your relationships.

I enjoys working with children, teens, and adults. My passion is working with the teenage population, and challenging young minds to overcome difficulties that they face. I have the belief that not one type of approach or intervention works for everyone, which is why I like to incorporate my clients interests and needs in therapy. I enjoy challenging the mind of my clients, and aiding them in understanding emotions, behaviors and thought processing.

Here you will find a compassionate & authentic space in which you learn to more deeply connect with yourself (and others), so you can finally discover what's behind your typical “knee-jerk reactions” & why your “go to” coping strategies seem to cause more distress than the original problems! Then we'll make meaningful shifts to uncover new and healthier ways to approach life and relationships. Clients often come to me for help with a broad range of concerns, like: trauma, anxiety, depression, pain, existential malaise, creative blocks, infertility challenges, grief, & family/relationship drama and communication difficulties.