Self-Harming Therapists in Van Nuys, CA
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Heather Sardella
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Van Nuys, CA 91411 (Online Only)
I am able to address issues pertinent to teens and their families, including depression, anxiety (including OCD), anger management, self-harming behaviors, teen dating violence, peer and intimate relationships, parent/child relationships, parent support, family dynamics including divorce and blended family issues and life transitions.
Therapy is about change. Change can be difficult and rewarding, exciting and scary. Wanting a change is a big part of what brings people to therapy. Combining forces with you (you are the expert on you!) I can guide your way towards change and help you achieve your therapeutic goals.
I work primarily with teens, their families and young adults. I use an eclectic positive approach, customizing my sessions to my clients’ needs. I’m a believer in humor, artistic expression and creative problem solving.
I am able to address issues pertinent to teens and their families, including depression, anxiety (including OCD), anger management, self-harming behaviors, teen dating violence, peer and intimate relationships, parent/child relationships, parent support, family dynamics including divorce and blended family issues and life transitions.
Therapy is about change. Change can be difficult and rewarding, exciting and scary. Wanting a change is a big part of what brings people to therapy. Combining forces with you (you are the expert on you!) I can guide your way towards change and help you achieve your therapeutic goals.
I work primarily with teens, their families and young adults. I use an eclectic positive approach, customizing my sessions to my clients’ needs. I’m a believer in humor, artistic expression and creative problem solving.
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Are you tired of feeling lost and confused? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, or questioning your future? My goal is to help you develop a more flexible, compassionate self-image. Together, we'll explore your patterns and break down inherited scripts of how your life should look. No matter what age you are, I'm here to help. My individualized practice works just as well with adults, teens, and children as young as 3 years old.
Are you tired of feeling lost and confused? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, or questioning your future? My goal is to help you develop a more flexible, compassionate self-image. Together, we'll explore your patterns and break down inherited scripts of how your life should look. No matter what age you are, I'm here to help. My individualized practice works just as well with adults, teens, and children as young as 3 years old.
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Bernadette Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Van Nuys, CA 91405 (Online Only)
Hi and welcome. I was a social worker for 27 years, and have worked in the field of social services for over 31 years. I have experience working with adult survivors of child abuse, child neglect, domestic violence, commercial exploitation, and rape. I have experience working with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, divorce, family separation, and caretaker fatigue. I also have experience working with adults dealing with significant life/career changes, and those dealing with crisis situations. I have a laid-back approach and am here to support the changes you want to make in your life.
Hi and welcome. I was a social worker for 27 years, and have worked in the field of social services for over 31 years. I have experience working with adult survivors of child abuse, child neglect, domestic violence, commercial exploitation, and rape. I have experience working with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, divorce, family separation, and caretaker fatigue. I also have experience working with adults dealing with significant life/career changes, and those dealing with crisis situations. I have a laid-back approach and am here to support the changes you want to make in your life.
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Hi, I’m Sierra! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I’m constantly evolving in this field to ensure I provide the most safe and supportive environment for my clients. I have extensive training and experience working with a multitude of diagnoses and life problems, my focus is being a tool to help you along your healing journey. I’ve worked with teens, young and older adults that struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety, mania, trauma, and substance use.
Hi, I’m Sierra! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I’m constantly evolving in this field to ensure I provide the most safe and supportive environment for my clients. I have extensive training and experience working with a multitude of diagnoses and life problems, my focus is being a tool to help you along your healing journey. I’ve worked with teens, young and older adults that struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety, mania, trauma, and substance use.
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Dr. Sebastian G Vasilescu
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Van Nuys, CA 91401
The courageous step of embarking on an experience of bettering one’s life is not easily done. I truly am honored to be a part of that process. In a collaborative approach I help guide Clients to work through the many reasons they arrive to therapy. Clients seem to have a very clear goal of bettering their lives, and I strive to make this happen by helping clients free themselves to use tools learned years into the future. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with varying presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, marginalized oppression, relationship issues and addiction.
The courageous step of embarking on an experience of bettering one’s life is not easily done. I truly am honored to be a part of that process. In a collaborative approach I help guide Clients to work through the many reasons they arrive to therapy. Clients seem to have a very clear goal of bettering their lives, and I strive to make this happen by helping clients free themselves to use tools learned years into the future. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with varying presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, marginalized oppression, relationship issues and addiction.
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My name is Angela La Luzerne and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California (and other states). I’ve been in the behavioral health field for 20+ years, working with clients from ages 16 to over 90 in a variety of settings. I specialize in mood disorders (anxiety, depression, etc.), life transitions, chronic pain, trauma, PTSD, as well as substance use and the many related challenges (codependency, relationship issues, relapse, family conflict, etc.). Currently, I work with clients statewide via telehealth.
My name is Angela La Luzerne and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California (and other states). I’ve been in the behavioral health field for 20+ years, working with clients from ages 16 to over 90 in a variety of settings. I specialize in mood disorders (anxiety, depression, etc.), life transitions, chronic pain, trauma, PTSD, as well as substance use and the many related challenges (codependency, relationship issues, relapse, family conflict, etc.). Currently, I work with clients statewide via telehealth.
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Hello, my name is Niloufar Tahery I am an experienced licensed clinical psychologist. I specialize in depression, anxiety disorders, stress management, trauma, PTSD, grief, and post-partum depression/anxiety. I work collaboratively with clients utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-focused CBT, mindfulness, and strength-based approaches to help support clients' work towards their goals and personal growth. I believe in the importance of establishing a therapeutically safe and compassionate environment.
Hello, my name is Niloufar Tahery I am an experienced licensed clinical psychologist. I specialize in depression, anxiety disorders, stress management, trauma, PTSD, grief, and post-partum depression/anxiety. I work collaboratively with clients utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-focused CBT, mindfulness, and strength-based approaches to help support clients' work towards their goals and personal growth. I believe in the importance of establishing a therapeutically safe and compassionate environment.
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Maria G Alfaro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Van Nuys, CA 91405
Looking for a therapist? My counseling approach is to help you reach your personal goal and desires in life within a safe and trusting environment. By making positive changes in your life, I believe you can reach your goals. Do you keep wishing and hoping for change? I can offer you a healing experience that is sensitive to your strengths as well as your pain. I believe in respecting clients and their intrinsic wisdom and can help you gain a joyful peaceful life. I specialize in trauma, sexual abuse, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, victims of crime, and post-traumatic disorders.
Looking for a therapist? My counseling approach is to help you reach your personal goal and desires in life within a safe and trusting environment. By making positive changes in your life, I believe you can reach your goals. Do you keep wishing and hoping for change? I can offer you a healing experience that is sensitive to your strengths as well as your pain. I believe in respecting clients and their intrinsic wisdom and can help you gain a joyful peaceful life. I specialize in trauma, sexual abuse, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, victims of crime, and post-traumatic disorders.
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Heather Bryant Bays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Van Nuys, CA 91406 (Online Only)
So much of our happiness boils down to the relationships in our lives; it brings us our greatest joys or our most painful sorrows. Life transitions, both developmental (adolescence, young adults, mid-life) and experiential (cohabitating, marriage, parenting, divorce) can cause unexpected emotional and relational challenges and getting support through these transitions can be hugely beneficial. We all suffer from moments of shame, sadness, loss, confusion, anxiety, insecurity, and fear as we try to move through these developmental stages and life transitions, but you don't have to do it alone.
So much of our happiness boils down to the relationships in our lives; it brings us our greatest joys or our most painful sorrows. Life transitions, both developmental (adolescence, young adults, mid-life) and experiential (cohabitating, marriage, parenting, divorce) can cause unexpected emotional and relational challenges and getting support through these transitions can be hugely beneficial. We all suffer from moments of shame, sadness, loss, confusion, anxiety, insecurity, and fear as we try to move through these developmental stages and life transitions, but you don't have to do it alone.
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I have worked in the medical field for 40 years in various settings.
I have worked in the medical field for 40 years in various settings.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a graduate of Clark Atlanta University Social Work graduate program with a focus on mental health.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a graduate of Clark Atlanta University Social Work graduate program with a focus on mental health.
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Gretchen Anne Cooper
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Van Nuys, CA 91406 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a published writer and lecturer in the field of psychology and adjunct professor focusing my teaching on LGBTQ+ education. Beyond that, I have a private practice where I am committed to helping you feel happy and content in your life. I believe that we construct our own realities. Sometimes, these self-made realities dictate the trajectory of our lives; however, I know that you can re-write your story of despair into one of hope. I believe in treating the whole person and providing you with unconditional acceptance, kindness, non-judgment, and understanding.
Hello! I am a published writer and lecturer in the field of psychology and adjunct professor focusing my teaching on LGBTQ+ education. Beyond that, I have a private practice where I am committed to helping you feel happy and content in your life. I believe that we construct our own realities. Sometimes, these self-made realities dictate the trajectory of our lives; however, I know that you can re-write your story of despair into one of hope. I believe in treating the whole person and providing you with unconditional acceptance, kindness, non-judgment, and understanding.
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I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to supporting teens, adults, and families through life’s various challenges. I offer a variety of therapeutic practices as I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each individual.
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to supporting teens, adults, and families through life’s various challenges. I offer a variety of therapeutic practices as I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each individual.
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Dr. Sandra Abraham is a psychologist who is licensed to practice psychology.
Dr. Sandra Abraham is a psychologist who is licensed to practice psychology.
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Fundamentally, people need to feel "of use" and this usefulness must be meaningful. I work with my clients to find ways to connect with the world around them and to express their creative productive selves in concert with this foundational premise. The work promotes healthy outlooks on the environment and healthy perspective of oneself. All relationships are addressed, including those with significant others, social environment, work/career/productivity, and oneself. All changes occur through experiencing oneself and the environment in healthy ways.
Fundamentally, people need to feel "of use" and this usefulness must be meaningful. I work with my clients to find ways to connect with the world around them and to express their creative productive selves in concert with this foundational premise. The work promotes healthy outlooks on the environment and healthy perspective of oneself. All relationships are addressed, including those with significant others, social environment, work/career/productivity, and oneself. All changes occur through experiencing oneself and the environment in healthy ways.
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Christi Taylor-Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Van Nuys, CA 91405
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is a person who is longing to find purpose and meaning in their life and who look beyond mere symptom removal to a sense of who they are, what information the symptom may offer them, and how to live a more fulfilling life, be it as an individual, couple or member of a family. In short, a person who is interested in exploring the depths of their psyche and soul and is not just looking for advice or a quick fix; someone who understands that there is profound meaning in their suffering.
My ideal client is a person who is longing to find purpose and meaning in their life and who look beyond mere symptom removal to a sense of who they are, what information the symptom may offer them, and how to live a more fulfilling life, be it as an individual, couple or member of a family. In short, a person who is interested in exploring the depths of their psyche and soul and is not just looking for advice or a quick fix; someone who understands that there is profound meaning in their suffering.
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Alyssa Marie Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Van Nuys, CA 91406 (Online Only)
I strongly believe in the power of compassion and human connection. I have a special interest in treating those suffering from trauma, and struggling with issues of self- esteem, body image, depression, and anxiety. While I utilize a combination of psychodynamic modalities and CBT, my treatment is tailored to each individual person. I believe in the collaborative relationship between client and therapist. It is my goal to provide a safe, non judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, fears, and beliefs.
I strongly believe in the power of compassion and human connection. I have a special interest in treating those suffering from trauma, and struggling with issues of self- esteem, body image, depression, and anxiety. While I utilize a combination of psychodynamic modalities and CBT, my treatment is tailored to each individual person. I believe in the collaborative relationship between client and therapist. It is my goal to provide a safe, non judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, fears, and beliefs.
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I am a first-generation Mexican-American bilingual clinician with a love for culture and food. I enjoy working with families, youth, and adults navigating through life challenges that include grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, generational relational trauma, and life stress.
I am a first-generation Mexican-American bilingual clinician with a love for culture and food. I enjoy working with families, youth, and adults navigating through life challenges that include grief, anxiety, depression, trauma, generational relational trauma, and life stress.
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I am a compassionate and caring Licensed Marriage, and Family Therapist invested in supporting you in your healing, growth, and wholeness. My approach is based on unconditional positive regard, empathy, and the belief that positive change develops in the context of a safe therapeutic space. Whether you are looking for targeted psychotherapy interventions, a place to process trauma, loss, or change, the opportunity to know yourself, or to heal and build relationships, I am honored to be a part of your journey.
I am a compassionate and caring Licensed Marriage, and Family Therapist invested in supporting you in your healing, growth, and wholeness. My approach is based on unconditional positive regard, empathy, and the belief that positive change develops in the context of a safe therapeutic space. Whether you are looking for targeted psychotherapy interventions, a place to process trauma, loss, or change, the opportunity to know yourself, or to heal and build relationships, I am honored to be a part of your journey.
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Hi! My name is Diana Villena and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over ten years of experience working with people of all ages and backgrounds. I am based in Los Angeles, California and I work with clients statewide via tele-health. My approach to therapy is rooted in connecting you with yourself. I use a variety of treatment methods to help you gain a better understanding of your thoughts, choices, and emotions, as well as building the tools to sustaining a lifetime of well-being.
Hi! My name is Diana Villena and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over ten years of experience working with people of all ages and backgrounds. I am based in Los Angeles, California and I work with clients statewide via tele-health. My approach to therapy is rooted in connecting you with yourself. I use a variety of treatment methods to help you gain a better understanding of your thoughts, choices, and emotions, as well as building the tools to sustaining a lifetime of well-being.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.