Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Manhattan Beach, CA

It takes a great deal of strength and courage to begin a therapeutic relationship. My goal is to support you in living your best, most meaningful life. I hold a safe and compassionate space where you will develop new skills, empathy, confidence and a sense of empowerment when tackling your areas of concern. You will learn to manage stress, improve interpersonal communication, learn about/implement self-care and boundaries. I bring a fun, creative perspective to therapy, and utilize a variety of modalities that are tailored to the unique needs of each client!

Seeking more peace, ease and purpose? Craving deeper, more meaningful relationships? Craving more joy? Dreaming of a calm family life? Let's do this! Through my holistic method including emotional, physical, social & spiritual well-being, we work together to create true transformation by shedding what isn't working for you and building up what does, to help you achieve a manageable, balanced, fulfilling life that inspires and nourishes you for the long term. Using a variety of customized approaches, I work to get to the ROOTS of distress and create personal freedom!

Whether you're struggling with difficulties in your relationships; feeling overwhelmed by sadness, anxiety, and stress; or grappling with a life transition, I am here to accompany you every step of the way. I believe in the transformative power of therapy and the inherent strength within each individual. No matter where you are on your journey, know that you are not alone. Together, we can navigate the complexities of your experiences and cultivate a path towards growth, healing, and fulfillment.

As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), I focus my practice on clients who struggle with trauma, substance abuse, and personality disorders. I want to assist you with transforming your negative coping (substance abuse, self-harm, disordered eating, risky behaviors) into positive coping that will decrease your feelings of anxiety and detachment and increase your ability to sustain long-term relationships and employ self-love. I believe that many of our negative coping skills are rooted in a history of trauma, which requires careful consideration and a gentle, loving, experienced approach to process fully.

Julia May, is a licensed marriage and family therapist, treating young adults and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships issues, addiction, codependency, bipolar I/II and borderline personality disorder. She utilizes a variety of approaches and has specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and art therapy. She strives to empower her clients towards personal growth and healing. She has seen client’s lives transform after working together, breaking compulsive cycles, improving relationships and living positive and more fulfilling lives.

I'm here to help you gain a fresh perspective on what’s going on in your life, past and present, that may be causing you distress. Whether you’re feeling anxious, unhappy, disconnected, or overwhelmed, there is nothing worse than sitting alone with those feelings. So much relief and connection begins with therapy. I approach each session with authenticity and kindness so that clients feel comfortable sharing their hopes, fears, strengths and suffering. From there, I offer evidence-based strategies to help guide clients toward achieving their goals while letting go of patterns that no longer serve them.

Relief from anxiety, depression, fears or angers gives you room to live your life fully. Self-improvement (your mind, body, self-esteem, capacity for satisfying/exciting relationships and powerful career advances) can move you leaps and bounds toward a richer, lively life. Eliminating habits (smoking, over-eating, lack of exercise, substances, etc) frees you to be you. Creating new paths after divorce, death, traumatic disruptions, leads toward a self-directed future. Through many different therapeutic approaches--well researched and tested-- you can attain your goals & dreams for your fuller, peaceful life. www.drcarolfrancis.com or call 310-543-1824.

No one is born with a playbook for life, but you have the power to write your own. Some people I work with recognize that they feel anxious, depressed, possibly reliving trauma, or are generally unfulfilled, while others are not sure why they are unhappy, nervous, not enjoying life. I’m here to help you get more out of life. More love, more joy, more peace. Change isn’t always easy. I offer a space where you can explore your emotions, fears, anger, and experience new-found hope, plus get real solutions, and thrive!

Dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or relationship issues? Let's have a conversation. I aim to understand your unique challenges and pave a clear path forward. Your success is my priority.

Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.

Are you someone who is trying to make a meaningful change in the world but is struggling to make significant changes in their personal life? You may be seeking therapy as a way to explore your past while understanding that it does not have to determine your future. I am an Asian American therapist who works with Asian Americans and other people of color who may identify as activists, creatives, immigrants, children of immigrants who struggle with adjustment disorder, PTSD, intergenerational trauma, depression, anxiety, burnout, perfectionism and substance use.

We are committed to helping you remove the destructive barriers of anxiety, so that you may lead a calmer, healthier, happier life. Our services treat anxiety-related symptoms, such as: Panic Attacks, Fear of "going crazy" "dying" or "losing control", Fear of being trapped in places you can't quickly escape, Fear of embarrassment, Extreme Shyness/Social Anxiety, Specific phobias, such as driving anxiety, fear of vomiting (emetophobia), agoraphobia, fear of flying OCD, Unwanted and repetitive thoughts, Excessive Worry/Generalized Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress, Relationship anxiety, Dating anxiety, Life change anxiety, and Life Stress (family, work, etc.)

I am an experienced bilingual clinician who works with adolescents, adults, couples and families dealing with a variety of mental health issues. I utilize a number of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, clinical hypnosis and hypnotically-facilitated psychotherapy. My areas of specialization include addiction, depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, grief/loss, and bipolar disorder. My life experience has given me broad exposure to divorce, blended families, bi-cultural families, midlife career changes, families with special needs members, special needs advocacy, and sports performance.

The toll of trauma, stress, anxiety, & depression builds over time, things that once seemed manageable turn into a life that's not our own, because we're stuck in survival mode. It's exhausting. As a therapist, my goal is to collaborate with you to safely navigate your inner landscape and put pieces together so you can uncover your unique abilities and create a mental health toolkit that will carry you through a lifetime. I am here to support you in working through unresolved feelings and conflicts and guide you toward healing. Therefore, you can feel empowered, rejuvenated, and enthusiastic about life again.

Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.

I teach couples powerful tools and give homework. My background is in Positive Psychology. People describe me as warm, down-to-earth and they say I have a good sense of humor. I think couples therapy should be uplifting -- and show results. I help all kinds of couples: married and unmarried, straight, gay, and couples soon to marry. I'm dedicated to helping couples overcome their problems. I'm even-handed and I find solutions. (And on a personal note, I've been happily married for 30 years). I combine Positive Psychology, CBT, mindfulness, Gottman, and the best of contemporary psychology. I taught in the medical school at UCLA.

Learning to manage and reduce symptoms may be the first step in enhancing your quality of life as day to day demands can lead to stress, anxiety, interpersonal and relational issues to maladaptive behaviors and more. As a wellness advocate, I understand both the challenges and opportunities of taking the first step to mitigate the effects of emotional distress. I take a holistic and objective approach grounded in mindfulness partnering closely with you to enhance therapeutic outcomes by tailoring interventions to your individual needs.