Therapists in Toluca Lake, CA

Whether you have concerns within your relationships, or you are dealing with grief or loss, distress moving through a phase of life, unresolved issues from childhood, fears, self-esteem, questioning your direction in life, experiencing anxiety or depression - uncovering the stuck places and shining light on them with a trained and trusted ear, can assist in claiming what it is genuine and true for you. Finding the right fit with a therapist that allows you to feel safe and open is critical. Therapy can be stressful to begin and it takes courage, so good for you for starting.

Do you wake up feeling depressed dreading to get through another day? Do you try to fill the void in your life with sensation-seeking behaviors: alcohol, drugs, food, sex, shopping, TV, video games, internet surfing, online gaming, gambling etc.? Have you lost touch with the aspirations and dreams that used to motivate and inspire you? Are your relationships troubled? I can help! Seeking therapy takes courage and the prospect of talking to a stranger can be intimidating. I relate to the discomfort you may experience and provide a confidential, non-judgmental, supportive space to work with you.

I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years experience. I am committed to the enhancement of self via both insight and information. Individual , couples, and families learn strategies for healthier relationships and self care.

Asking for help from another person can be hard, but I see it as a sign of strength. Whether you have reached a point of crisis in your life or are simply looking for a safe space to explore your inner world, I want to help. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship issues, or are feeling stuck and frustrated by painful patterns that keep repeating in your life. Perhaps the vulnerable parts that have been kept hidden in the dark are ready to come out into the light.

Life has gotten more difficult for many of us. Some questions that I invite you to think about: Are you struggling with understanding and regulating your emotions? Are you worried that the ways you cope with stress and everyday life are harming your health or your relationships? Is your past keeping you from being in the present moment or affecting how you view the future? Do you struggle to feel a sense of worthiness and belonging? The skills you learn will help you with regaining control of things in your life. Whether you are a student or other working professional, you can find peace.

I am truly passionate about helping others achieve ultimate success in all areas of life. Whether you are struggling with depression & anxiety, unresolved trauma, grief/loss or are navigating one of life’s many changes; my aim is to walk alongside you through the process of self-discovery while you gain the tools needed to not only survive, but thrive in your next phase of life. There is no struggle too big or too small. If you are seeking a space to work on your own personal development, free from judgment, while being seen, heard, motivated and challenged to dive a bit deeper, you have found the right place.

My name is Joshua Bienenfeld, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in anxiety, stress, and caregiver issues, using Dialectic Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems (informed) care & humor to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. My style and approach are a good fit for teens and young adults dealing with life transitions and social pressures. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and eating disorders.

Hiii there, welcome to my page! Whatever the reasons that have brought you here, take a moment to pause and acknowlege that this process of connecting with someone new, is never easy! So, I'll do my best to bridge that gap of uncertainty by telling you a little about me. I'm a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (this, just a fancy word for saying that I can see adults, children, families, couples and of course, individuals, one on one). I am a parent, a wife, BIPOC, an ally to the Queer community, and all communities that seek equality and justice regardless of gender, race, socioeconomic background, persons with disabilities, etc.

Ready to discover the beauty in not knowing all the answers? Navigating the challenges of life and death can be inevitable and isolating, often accompanied by a whirlwind of feelings that may seem impossible to understand. I provide a safe and supportive space for finding moments of peace amidst the turbulence of the unique emotional complexities you're facing. Together, we will find the right approach that will lead you to meaning, empowerment, and resilience in the face of your profound human experience.