Addiction Therapists in Sherman Oaks, CA

I believe everyone is capable of change. Regardless of what has occurred in the past, it’s never too late to create a fulfilling and meaningful future. My experience in psychotherapy has led me to understand that we are all human and continuing to grow throughout different phases of life. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, stress, parenting distress, or other mental health issues, together I can help you to overcome your current struggles. Through the therapeutic process, we will work to help you live fully in the present regardless of what has occurred in your past.

I am an LCSW with almost 30 years of experience in treating clients with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief and loss, animal companion losses, LGBTQ identity, and the unique needs of the artistic personality. I work with great sensitivity, empathy, and compassion for those who come to me in pain, seeking relief from those conflicts that weigh you down and prevent you from reaching your maximum potential and dignity as worthy and valuable human beings. I am also an EMDR trained therapist who specializes in treating a variety of simple and complex traumas.

My approach is client-centered with an emphasis on safety and trust in the therapeutic relationship. Specialties include relationship difficulties; performance anxiety; social anxiety; coping with illness; trauma survivors; crisis intervention; grief and loss; and life transitions. I have trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities and have found that unresolved grief and trauma is often at the heart of emotional and relationship problems. I am certified by the Grief Recovery Institute.

I specialize in a collaborative therapeutic approach, tailoring treatment methods to the individual interests and needs of each client. I integrate CBT, Mindfulness, person-centered, existential, solution-focused, and somatic movement modalities to address a wide range of client needs, from depression, spiritual awakenings, and parenting concerns to holistic living. I honor your vulnerability and openness in this process and hold the space for possibility, purpose, peace and joy in your life.

As a practicing clinician of over five years, I have honed my expertise in a range of therapeutic approaches including evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based interventions, as well as a trauma-informed care perspective. My overall approach to treatment integrates various therapeutic strategies to cater to the personal journey of each client and their unique reasons for seeking therapy. I treat a variety of disorders, including stress, trauma, anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, adjustment disorders, and other mental health issues.

I received my degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Multicultural Communications from Alliant International University. For the last 10 years, I have been a licensed Clinical Psychologist, trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Systemic Therapy. I have treated clients in various clinical settings, including community mental health clinics and inpatient psychiatric hospitals. In addition, I am a full Professor of Psychology and previously served as the Director of the MFT program at MSMU, where I teach a variety of courses. My specialties in therapy include bisexuality, nonmonogamous relationships, and relationshi

I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, parent/child relational struggles, self-esteem, LGBTQ+, career and personal development. I have 11 years advocating and working alongside youth and adults from disadvantaged backgrounds. My past experience includes working with foster youth, immigrants, LGBTQ+, homeless/unhoused, former incarcerated youth and adults. I have extensive knowledge on trauma, PTSD, depression, and abuse.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) at Apex Group Therapy. I received my Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. I have extensive experience working in Community-Based, Residential, and School Mental Health Settings. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, young adults and families in assisting them in developing and utilizing the necessary coping skills to manage and care for themselves and feel empowered in their life choices while addressing systematic barriers and historical traumas.

***ARE YOU STRUGGLING WITH A RELATIONSHIP?*** I became a therapist because I am passionate about helping people just like you get the relationship of their dreams, whether with their current partner or someone new. ​Wondering if things can get better? ​Always arguing? ​Does your relationship lack passion and intimacy?​ Struggling with communication? ​Wishing you had more fun? Looking for therapy in the comfort of your own home, or anywhere you are? I am a relationship expert who provides online therapy.

Are you longing for a deeper connection with your partner? Are repetitive arguments and built-up resentments keeping you from the intimacy, peace, and enjoyment you once shared? You are not alone. Despite popular misconceptions, conflict is an inevitable and necessary part of a committed relationship. Without it, the love between two separate individuals could not evolve beyond fantasy and fixation. How couples work with conflict determines the success and longevity of their relationship.

Early relationships shape the way the mind and brain develop from our young years into our adult lives. Our connections with caregivers induce neural circuit firings that persist throughout our lives, shaping how we think, feel, remember, and behave. When we are lucky enough to have secure attachment experiences in which we feel seen, safe, soothed, and secure—the “four S’s of attachment” that serve as the foundation for a healthy mind—these relational experiences stimulate the neuronal activation and growth of the integrative fibers of the brain.

My name is Dr. Brenda Van Wyck. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist located in Sherman Oaks, California. In my practice I work with adults and teens. I often treat the following symptoms: trauma, loss and bereavement, depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism spectrum disorders, parenting concerns, self esteem issues, relationship difficulties, and body image issues.

Many of us go through life doing our best to appear that we have it together and that we’re doing what we “should” do, but inside we may be hiding painful feelings, self-doubt, anxiety, indecision, overwhelm, and stress. To move forward, we must heal from our past, connect to ourselves in the present, and nurture our strengths to build confidence to know that we can handle whatever challenges the future may bring.

Therapy is a powerful tool that has the potential to change your life in profound and lasting ways. It can help you cope with pain, make major life changes, improve relationships, or increase self worth. EMDR is a kind of therapy developed to treat trauma and can also be used to advance therapeutic goals like removing obstacles to change or healing from past hurtful experiences. Whatever your goals for treatment, I can provide a supportive environment where your feelings and thoughts can be expressed without judgment.

Do you find yourself mixed with emotions? Are repeating a cycle in your life and feel stuck? Often times people find themselves lost in unpleasant thoughts and feelings and it can become overwhelming. Therapy can be a journey of self-discovery and awareness that can help people overcome the challenges they experience.

I work with individuals, couples and families with a variety of issues. My areas of speciality include anxiety, depression, relationship issues , women's issues, career issues, and life transitions. Treatment may be brief to address a current problem or long term to work through lifelong patterns and gain insight . My style is holistic including working together and assisting you in finding hope and resolution to your problem.I can help you develop communication skills with your partner or family members , improve self-esteem , cope with losses and strengthen relationships . I provide a non judgemental and supportive environment .

Anxiety, depression, stressful transitions...we've all been there. Communication in our relationships and with ourselves begins to breakdown and we can feel lost and confused. I can help. I listen. For over 20 years I've helped people save their relationships, their jobs, and their feelings of self-worth. My approach is humanistic and mindful. I take my hard-earned education and my long years of practical experience and I apply what I've learned from innumerable seminars I've attended and the cutting edge strategies I continue to pursue, and I share what I know with you.

Do you keep wishing and hoping for change? Whether you are considering therapy for the first time or you are disappointed with previous therapies, I can offer you a healing experience that is sensitive to your strengths as well as your pain. I believe that insight alone does not always help people feel better. However insight as a result of in depth therapy and body awareness can give you the tools for profound and beneficial change. I specialize in relationship problems, anxiety,depression,sexual issues and mind/body awareness.

Are you struggling through a tough transition in your life? Do you feel alone, confused, or defeated? Maybe you have recently lost a loved one, or are grieving your own illness. Maybe you feel depressed or anxious because of a major life change or lack of change, feeling stuck in your situation. Whether you are family, couple or individual searching for a trusted person to listen and guide you, I am here to help you develop your inner strength and reach your full potential.