Therapists in West Hollywood, CA

Are you stuck? Are you worried that you're crazy? Have you given up the things you love doing? Have you lost touch with your purpose in life? Sometimes we all feel and think this way, but if you are living in pain then I would like to help you. If we work together I will help you discover your joy, your purpose, and the authentic, powerful, courageous, and resourceful person I know you to be. So if you need help to discover or rediscover your true self, then give me a call and we will begin our work together.

Sit down with a good therapist and it can change your life. It changed mine. Maybe you are struggling with a seemingly unsolvable problem or repeating pattern of behavior. You're not where you want to be in life or in work, you don't feel the way you want to feel, your relationships are troubled, or something seems to undermine your efforts. I work with people who feel stuck--sad, isolated, frightened, anxious, angry, confused, disconnected, hopeless, unlovable. Sometimes you just need a hand finding the doorway to a better life.

Do you find yourself struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, or relationship issues? Are obsessive compulsive behaviors creating a negative impact on your personal or professional life? Have you found it difficult to find purpose or direction? With a specialization in Spiritual and Depth Psychology I utilize evidenced-based interventions and protocols such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction techniques and coping skills to empower my clients to live their best possible lives.

Having had a prolific 25-year career in the entertainment industry, I can personally understand what contributes to depression, anxiety, and a compromised self-esteem. Through talk therapy, a perception shift and changing the narrative we tell ourselves, I believe we are all capable of having the life we deserve. We don't have to be defined by our past, our fears or that negative self talk. My approach to therapy is one of complete honesty, directness and a little sarcasm/humor when appropriate. I believe we are all capable of having the life we want, getting out of our own way, and getting closer to our goals.

Do you seek relief from anxiety, low self worth, ruminating thoughts? Are you creative, highly sensitive, or a "black sheep"? I see you! I can provide a rich connection, safe space to explore, and teach coping tools + skills. I use brain science, evidence-based techniques, somatic, Jungian, mindful CBT, IFS/Parts Work & arts therapies in our work. I also believe we all have innate gifts/strengths that we reactivate through meaningful connections, like therapy. Together, we'll transform your anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues by exploring stories, editing automatic beliefs, and releasing emotions your body hold to gain peace.

Transformative therapy for the LGBTQ+ community. Are you hoping to feel more joy, love, or tenderness in your life? Despite your hard work to achieve success, are you dissatisfied and anxious? These dilemmas may seem impossible to overcome while juggling your responsibilities, but the truth is, avoiding your needs and feelings by running on autopilot will never lead to fulfillment in your professional, personal, or romantic relationships. Therapy can help bring peace to both your inner voices and outer world.

Growing up in a narcissistically-oriented home, you had to learn how to read people well. Although reading others is a strength, it has also led to a lack of identity and sense of self. Establishing healthy boundaries was something you never learned how to do, which has led to dysfunctional relationships. You’ve faced harsh criticism from people who were meant to lift you up, so instead of feeling supported, you’ve gained anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. This compounding stress from difficult relationships has left you feeling exhausted. You wish you knew how to stop this cycle of emotional abuse.

Taking the step into therapy is an act of courage to face what is holding you back. Are you suffering from depression or anxiety? Having trouble forming intimate relationships? Having a challenge in your relationship? Can't find a meaningful career? Faced with an addiction problem? Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, IMAGO Couples Therapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, Self Compassion, Psychodynamic Therapy, and, if needed, group therapy, we will dismantle the unconscious problems resulting in these problems so that you you can finally ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS and experience the joy you deserve in life.

I believe there is opportunity for healing within the suffering we experience. Psychotherapy can be a way to turn directly toward what is happening for you and engage with how it impacts you. It is in this looking that growth and change happens, using awareness in the present moment as a way to help you understand and release the pains of the past, fears of the future, and limiting old beliefs. Together, we can support you to discover, reconnect to, use and understand your own skills and strengths. I love working with adults from diverse backgrounds who are wanting to make a change in their lives, communities, and our world.

I am a seasoned therapist with a heartfelt commitment to guide individuals through their transformative journeys. I offer healing and empowerment to individuals experiencing grief/depression/anxiety/life transitions/behavior concerns. I am an expert in trauma recovery. As a combat veteran, my first-hand experience allows me to forge a unique connection, fostering a sense of trust and understanding. My approach is a partnership built on empathy, respect, and a deep appreciation for each individual's story. My expertise in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mind-Body Medicine offers a profound path to healing.

My clients are vibrant, intelligent women and LGBTQIA+ community members who sometimes face challenges regulating their emotions, controlling their impulses, maintaining their relationships, and being compassionate toward themselves. I also see people who struggle with overthinking, mood fluctuations, and low self-esteem. Often, folks reach out after experiencing a loss or in the midst of a conflict or transition. I work frequently with arts and entertainment professionals, corporate leaders, and those whose loved ones have been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).

I help people re-take ownership of their lives. If you've had fear, depression, or out of control behaviors keep you from living your life, I'll help. Regardless of the challenge you're experiencing, I'll create a safe space in which you can talk about it, and we can safely find answers and direction. I'll give you tools to reduce the stress in your life & in your relationships. I help people find different solutions looking at their lives from a different viewpoint...a viewpoint of acceptance, without judgment, and finding the answers together.

Let's face it- Whatever you are going through and whatever is bringing you to seek a therapist, it is probably not fun. Whether it is a break up, a divorce, a job loss, a death of a loved one, you have come to the right place. Seeking therapy and gaining self awareness can be life changing. Whether it is a current life crisis or the desire to change old ugly repetitive patterns, my style is nurturing, directive and fun. I work with you as a team getting to the core of the problem, and to help you move forward, hopefully with a fresh and new perspective.

Life is not always a straight line and the dots don't always connect in order and yet you can work through life transitions and THRIVE. I want to help you discover your strengths that you already have and find the life that is purposeful, meaningful and have more joy. Please call me and let's talk about how I can help you through life's stressors, whether it's work/life balance, relationships, health, interpersonal, depression, grief, or anger. I am here as your support, advocate, and sounding board in a trusting environment.

My name is Dr. Shushan V. Kalantaryan (I am more commonly known as Dr. K). I am a licensed clinical therapist with a Bachelors in Psychology from American Psychological Association accredited University and a Doctors in Marriage and Family Therapy from California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in Los Angeles. I have a wide range of experiences working in private practices, nonprofit organizations, and psychiatric settings as well as having served as an adjunct professor at California Professional School of Psychology.

If you are searching for a therapist right now it may be due to the ongoing changes we have in the world around us. So much is changing which can increase feelings of stress or anxiety. You may worry about losing your job or you may need help adjusting to changes at home. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression and trauma and can assist you in learning how to cope with your emotions and move forward in life. I am trained in EMDR and the Flash Technique to assist you in reducing trauma, a phobia or help you work with grief. I do not complete disability paperwork.

Hello, I'm so glad that you have taken on this journey of growth and healing. My name is Blanca Amaya, and I have been in the helping profession for over 10 years, working with adults using evidence-based and alternatives practices. I work under a multicultural and trauma informed lens that allows me to understand your individual needs and meet you where you are in your journey. Together we will focus on your currents needs and goals. I am excited and honored that you would allow me to accompany you through your healing journey.