Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 92131

Are you stressed out? Are you tired of feeling sad, anxious, and overwhelmed with life? Have you lost your focus? Do you feel as if things will never get better? I will help you get your life back on track and start feeling better again. My approach to therapy is warm, non-judgmental, and genuine. I will work together with you to help you achieve your goals and learn to manage life's struggles.

My journey in the helping professions began as a Case Manager in 2008 and continued in various mental health settings including crisis work, county court, and rehabilitation centers, as a Mental Health therapist since 2014. I am skilled in Psychoanalytic treatment and work effectively with those struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, women’s issues, and Post Traumatic Stress. Having grown up in E. Los Angeles, later moving to the Bay Area and then desert cities, I have grown adept at working with a large range of populations from a variety of diverse backgrounds, including adults, adolescents, and LGBTQI.

I'm here to provide a safe and understanding space for your healing journey. With a focus on cultural sensitivity and a trauma-informed approach, I aim to honor your unique experiences and background. Together, we'll explore the complexities of your challenges and work collaboratively to navigate them in a way that respects your cultural values and personal authenticity.

We are made to be in a relationship with one another, however, there are times when those relationships can become fractured or go off course. Likewise, as individuals, we can also become fractured within and become off-course with ourselves. My passion is to work along side you to create meaningful and positive experiences leading to lasting and effective change.

Depression, anxiety, and other symptoms don't have to last forever. You deserve to feel better. Can you imagine being able to shush that Inner Critic, meet your Inner Child and their old needs, and come into a deeper understanding of your authentic Self? It takes tremendous courage to confront childhood trauma and heal those invisible wounds. Modern psychotherapy includes evidence-based protocols where traumatic memories become less vivid and emotions less intense and unpleasant. Step by step, you can unlearn the patterns that are no longer serving you and reveal your innate worth. This time, you get to choose the direction!

Life’s journey includes many difficulties, including challenges for individuals, couples, and families. Therapy provides a confidential and safe space where feelings can be explored, new skills can be acquired, and healing can begin. Seeking guidance is an important first step. I have experience working survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and other trauma. Trauma often surfaces in ways we may not realize as we do not always know how to articulate and process our emotions. I take a collaborative approach with my clients to identify problem areas, goals, and learn to identify and express their feelings.

When I was a junior in high school, I began to struggle with severe anxiety and panic attacks. Even with a great support system, trying to “take a deep breathe” when panicking was just not cutting it. I needed to go deeper than that. It wasn’t until I found a counselor that allowed me to feel comfortable sharing my insecurities and fears, that I learned to take control of my worries. I instantly felt more at ease when I knew I was going to see my counselor. That is when I realized: I want to be that sense of warmth and guidance for others.

In a world where anxiety, depression, PTSD, and challenges to self-esteem and relationships are increasingly common, the quest for genuine connection and understanding can seem daunting, especially for those of us in the queer community. If you're navigating relationship difficulties, societal injustices - such as transphobia, homophobia, racism, discrimination, and inequity, or the impact of violence and chronic trauma, know that your feelings are valid and you're not alone. The need for safer spaces where we can be our most authentic selves and where our identities are affirmed and celebrated is more crucial than ever.

As a psychologist with over 20 years of experience, I work collaboratively with clients and provide a nonjudgmental and nurturing space for clients to explore their challenges and overcome their struggles. I aim to assist my clients in learning skills and strategies that they can use to increase happiness and fulfillment in their lives. I am dedicated to identifying, understanding and treating the core issues that impact clients and lead to depression, anxiety and relationship dissatisfaction. I utilize trauma informed treatments to help clients cope with difficult past experiences and work toward healthier futures.

Haley Adams is an LMFT who earned her Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from the University of La Verne. She went on to graduate from Pacific Oaks College with a Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a specialization in trauma studies. Haley is certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Managing and Adapting Practice (MAP), and has a strong knowledge of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Haley’s diverse experience includes working with infants, children, adolescents, adults, and families in a variety of settings, from residential to outpatient care.

Hi there, I'm Rickey! I have been practicing as a psychotherapist for over 7 years. My Master's in Social Work focused on Critical Race Theory and Intersectionality and how our different life experiences shape how we navigate our surroundings. I recognize my client's right to self-determination, and I want to empower my clients to collaboratively come up with their obtainable short-term and long-term plans and goals. Let's further explore together how to make better use of the tools we've been working with and perhaps add new additional tools to the toolbox or not.

In life we all experience stressors, hardships, and sometimes trauma. These experiences shape our perception and the lens in which we see the world and ourselves. Using an integrative approach of cognitive-behavioral, rational emotive behavior, and dialectical-behavioral therapies, I assist my clients to become whole and healed by learning a new way of responding. In addition, using comprehensive psychological evaluations, I decipher difficult and-or multiple diagnoses, assess an individual's emotional and cognitive functioning, and innate abilities for a variety of purposes including forensic evaluations and expert testimony.

I believe that we all experience our own unique traumas in life, and it's how we respond to them that shapes our view of the world and ourselves. I'm here to help you see things from a different lens, or perhaps just help you develop new ways of responding to your own individual experiences. Healing your traumas allows you to regain your sense of power and strengthen your sense of self. I take a holistic approach to healing and wellness and believe that each client requires a unique, person-centered approach.

Get back to the life you love! I believe that working with a therapist can provide support and hope that things can get better. You have the power to strengthen your coping skills and improve your relationships in the process. I am here to support you and provide cutting edge tools to help you heal past traumas and manage current stressors. I can help you as you work toward reaching your goals while adding more joy to your life.

Our current Covid-19 climate of living, can be highly stressful and anxiety provoking for many people. Are you feeling anxious? Down? Stuck? Frustrated? Not sure what it is but cannot put your finger on it? Perhaps you have experienced a crisis and feel like you are spinning out of control. Or maybe life somehow now feels unmanageable. These feelings can cause an increase in limiting beliefs and negative self-talk, which can also affect your personal and professional relationships. This is not at all unusual, and IS very recoverable. It is my pleasure to help you make sense of it, regain your footing, and help you get back on track.

You're known as the person who appears to have everything under control, yet deep inside, you're grappling with a constant sense of overwhelm. You consistently surpass expectations, all the while battling the nagging doubt of your own worthiness. Behind a smile and the words "I'm fine," you conceal the true turmoil within, never wanting to burden others with your inner struggles. You have a knack for self-blame that rivals the best, forever ruminating on how you could have been better. Throughout the day, you might find yourself letting out frequent sighs, and your body remains in a constantly tense state.

We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.

Hello, I'm Jessica, a therapist dedicated to creating a safe, genuine, and non-judgmental space for my clients. My goal is to empower individuals to live freely as their authentic selves. I completed the Master's program in clinical psychology at Pepperdine University, and I am passionate about helping people discover their true selves and break free from what no longer serves them. 안녕하세요, 저는 상담사로서 내담자에게 감정적으로 충분히 안전하고 서포트받을 수 있는 환경을 제공하고자 합니다. 저는 스페셜티는 트라우마 치유를 위한 EMDR 테크닉입니다. 처음 겪는 일들에 때로는 삶이 힘들 수 있지요. 하지만 혼자 감당하지 않아도 됩니다. 자기 치유와 성장을 위한 여정에 함께하고자 합니다. 용기내주셔서 감사합니다. 무료 15분 상담을 위해 연락주세요

I am a professional Social Worker/ Licensed Clinician dedicated to providing a supportive, nurturing, and interactive therapeutic environment. Committed to improving the lives of others through innovative and forward-thinking therapy techniques. I have over 10 plus years of combined experience in outpatient psychiatry and adolescents counseling with a focus on treating bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, and several personality disorders. Currently accepting Optimum, Cigna, Aetna insurance.