Kaiser (Out-of-Network) Therapists in Sherman Oaks, CA

Do you struggle in your relationship? Are you not feeling like yourself? Do you experience depressive or anxious symptoms that are bothersome? If you find yourself answering yes to any of these questions, seeking therapy can help.

Ms. Posternak through her training and knowledge, provides clinical services to help people empower themselves to live a fuller life; managing feelings of depression, anxiety, worry, loss, anger, having a better understanding of themselves, increasing their self confidence by learning new tools including problem solving, assertiveness, effective communication, relaxation techniques and anger management skills to enhance daily functioning. "Life is not about surviving the storm, but learning how to dance in the rain..."

I recently published my book "Hood Therapist" on Amazon. The book is about my experience as a therapist working with inner-city youth and therapy in general. I am an LMFT with 15 years of experience working with teenagers & adults in individual therapy and couples' therapy. In addition to my private practice experience, I am a Mental Health Clinical Supervisor for the County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health which has provided me a wealth of clinical experience and training. This experience has allowed me to fine-tune my clinical skill set across a large swath of clients from all walks of life.

My ideal client has the potential to recognize that they have the answer lies within and that I, as a therapist, am there to help them find the answer within themselves. All of us seeking therapy have that potential within ourselves. I am trained and skilled in working with all ages. I have experience in working with clients with different cultural backgrounds, especially LGBT clients.

For over 26 years I have been working with some of the most difficult and challenging life dynamics that individuals, families and relationships encounter. I also work with adolescents and the Juvenile Justice System closely. My experience includes locked and unlocked settings, public and private sectors, community treatment facilities, inpatient psychiatric, juvenile hall, probation mental health camp, group home's, private practice as well as in home counseling to probation youth. My background in law enforcement enhances my expertise in Juvenile Justice issues for teen and adult legal issues.

I have over ten years of clinical work and experience as a licensed psychologist ,registered psychologist, in addition to internship experience in counseling adults and older adults of various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. I have been trained in different Evidenced Based Practices (EBP), such as PST, IPT and CBT modalities. I provide neurofeedback therapy services in addition to psychotherapy. Neurofeedback is direct training of brain function, by which the brain learns to function more efficiently.

Finding your true purpose and "meaning to life" is a focus of my therapeutic techniques. It may be necessary to assist you with your eating disorders, addictive disorders, sexual dysfunction and trauma before you can find your purpose. Often times a family or couple may need to be treated together. We can discuss this when you call. There is hope, joy and meaning for you. Please feel free to call me for a free telephone consultation. Dr. Weil

Our providers approach treatment based on the concept that your mental health is equally as important as your physical health, and that attending to your mental health is essential for living a truly fulfilled life. We believe that therapy should be collaborative and empowering. Our team is dedicated to providing you with comprehensive, evidence-based psychological care.

Feeling hopeless? As a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish), I work with individuals who are troubled by relationship discord, trauma, depression and loss, or anxiety. Therapy is a journey toward growth, personal fulfillment and greater understanding of ourselves and those around us. My work involves helping individuals who are dealing with life's challenging issues. I also work closely with parents to help them gain tools they need to feel confident and successful.

For over fourteen years, I've provided holistic individual and couples therapy that focuses on the whole person, not just the symptoms. Many of the people I help are coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, a stressful transition, or unsatisfying relationships. Others are seeking guidance in crystallizing their identity or career path, wanting to invite more meaning, passion, and purpose into their life.

Life can be full of challenges, hardships and every day stresses or struggles. If you are finding yourself struggling, remember that it is possible to find solutions and create a positive and healthy emotional balance. In order to find the solutions or create an emotional balance you need to seek the help of a professional who is trained to help and guide you towards your goals or provide you with tools that can assist you with self-improvement. Therapy is the tool that can provide you with support to create healthy relationships. It is not an easy task to ask for help and I'm glad you’re here looking for help.

My background was in the creative arts, and I use that often in my relationships with clients. My concentration while studying was in neural-plasticity (which is basically the science on how the brain can change old thinking patterns with practice.)

My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. We can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.

Life is full of transitions and the focus of my practice is to help clients to cope with challenges and changes they encounter on their life’s journey. The challenges of adulthood affect people in tremendous ways and my job is to help you navigate the difficulties and find ways to manage and cope with various situations. I have over 20-year experience in mental health field in various settings and roles, working with various age groups and individuals from many backgrounds. My practice is culturally sensitive and open to individuals from many walks of life.

Having a safe place and a compassionate person with whom to share our struggles, concerns and hopes can help enormously to heal, find relief, and create more joy and satisfaction in our lives. I provide professional, high quality therapy, counseling and coaching, and I am dedicated to serving the needs of my clients. Offices in Porter Ranch, and Santa Clarita.

Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety at your work place or in your personal life? Do you easily feel hurt, criticized and rejected? Do you fear intimacy or commitment in your relationships? I am an active and supportive listener who demonstrates genuineness, warmth, empathy, and sensitivity. I use evidence-based therapies to improve your thought patterns and emotional well-being. I have been extensively trained in treating anxiety, depression and Post-Traumatic Stress disorder.

In many situations, family members or individuals become concerned about a loved one's or their own development or mental health. My practice, Achieving Milestones & Progress (A.M.P.) Autism, helps families or individuals to understand and improve their loved one's or their own developmental or psychiatric needs through comprehensive evaluations and/or treatments. In doing so, it is hoped that individuals of all ages and functioning levels can reach their full potentials and continue to make progress and grow throughout the lifespan. Families will also be better equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to facilitate that process.

“Let me support you to build a greater awareness of your wisdom, and strength” As a licensed psychotherapist I can provide that support, awareness, problem-solving skills, and greater coping strategies for issues as depression, anxiety, parenting, domestic violence, and relationship difficulties. I have clinical experience working with children (play therapy), individuals, families, couples and groups. We all have an 'inner critic'. A pattern of blaming ourselves for events that were out of our control. This negative inner talk is more powerful when we fall into anxiety or depression.

Words guide you. What are you telling yourself? With creativity, together, we can use myth and metaphor, poetry, dreams, literature, art and, most importantly, words to explore your relationships. Ursula K. Le Guin said, "Words are events, they do things, change things. They transform both speaker and hearer; they feed energy back and forth and amplify it." What fun to explore this together.