Divorce Therapists in Encino, CA

My approach to counseling is eclectic. I combine a variety of theories and skills suited to each individual needs.. My services include, but not limited to: stress, depression, grief and loss, trauma, divorce, relationship issues, loneliness etc, My primary goal is to help others turn their wounds into wisdom.. and obtain a happier healthier and more fulfilled life..My experience is extensive. Ranging from being a professor for graduate students at California State University for the past 25 years and preparing students to become therapists in schools and community settings. I have a doctorate degree and am a psychologist& Counselor

Are you neglecting yourself emotionally? You may be so busy taking care of your family that you've forgotten to take care of yourself. Find out how to reconnect with yourself AND improve your family life at the same time.

I am a licensed therapist practicing in Encino, CA. My primary focus is on individuals, couples, and children coping with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and the impact of separation or divorce. I've worked as a mediator, evaluator and expert witness for the Los Angeles Superior Court for 16 years. I have years of experience helping individuals and families going through crises. I also provide Coparenting counseling, reunification therapy, marriage and divorce counseling. I specialize in working with adolescents, empty nest issues and coping with a loved one who lives with a psychiatric disorder.

I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Divorce Coach practicing virtually and in-person in Westwood and Encino. I treat individuals with Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, OCD, Relationship conflicts, Adjustment to life stressors, Depression, Divorce, Parenting, and Co-parenting issues.

As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I believe that people's emotions and behaviors are influenced by their perceptions and interpretation of events. I work collaboratively with my clients in a proactive manner in order for them to learn effective strategies that they can use for the rest of their lives. I also believe that we are influenced by the cultural context in which we grow up. All relationships are, to some extent, are contextual and intercultural. People often face new challenges as they go through transitions in their lives. I bring my life experiences and professional knowledge to therapy.

My clients struggle with any number of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, body image issues, and OCD. They may be needing help separating from an unhealthy relationship, or trying to stop self destructive behavior. Or maybe searching for deeper meaning in their life. A life transition such as divorce, death, graduation, marriage may bring up feelings that need to be addressed and processed in order to move forward in their life.

Dr. Zarinejad is a licensed Clinical Psychologist practicing in Encino, California. She has over 20 years of clinical, research and teaching experience. She specializes in adults who suffer from depression, anxiety, traumas, cross cultural issues, and general life concerns. Also, she has extensive experience with individual and couples dealing with relationship struggles, divorce or other losses. Dr. Zarinejad speaks farsi Fluently.

Life is full of challenges. We all face hard times, stress and struggles at some point during our lives. Unfortunately, we cannot change the past, but we can change our thoughts and feelings about what has happened to us and choose how to deal with it and the effect it will have on us in the future. I specialize in working with teens, adults, families and couples dealing with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, relationship problems and life transitions (marriage, divorce, becoming a parent, moving, becoming empty nesters, grief and loss, etc.).

Are you experiencing increased anxiety, PTSD, trauma/abuse responses, depression, grief, life transitions, etc? I utilize trauma informed integrative theories, EMDR, and a collaborative perspective to help with these concerns. Every person has specific needs and preferences on how they want to achieve their goals. My work is tailored to the client. Research has shown that within a safe & nurturing environment, growth and healing can occur in an organic profound way. My approach is joining the client on their journey in discovering they can achieve their goals while enriching their lives.

Today you are one step closer to a better you and on a positive path to growth and well-being. By going on this website you have already taken an important and courageous step towards making YOU the most important person in your life. Here GROWTH begins. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential utilizing an eclectic approach including systems, CBT, solution focused, etc. I specialize in working with blended families, couples, divorce, and any relational issues. I enjoy working with all age groups. I also supervise psychological assistants that can offer services at a sliding scale.

Perhaps, the essence of all your mental and emotional pain lies in your inability to love yourself. Thus, it's important to uncover all barriers within yourself that prevent you from achieving this. I highly value creating a safe space for improving self-worth. There are no easy answers, only profound opportunities to explore the unresolved questions. I'm interested in understanding what continues to hold you back in life and invested in guiding you towards greater balance, meaning, creativity, and authenticity.

Do you find yourself alone or struggling to feel comfortable in a current relationship? Is it difficult for you to balance being true to yourself with staying connected to others. Do unresolved experiences from the past and ways you’ve learned to behave/self-protect in relationships disrupt your present life. Are contextual factors influencing the choices you make, undermining your personal power. Are you stagnating in the safe and familiar, as opposed to moving onward toward change, growth, intimacy, and health. These are all great reasons to come explore with me in order to strengthen your relationship to yourself and others.

Beginning therapy can be one of the most difficult things we do. It can also be the most rewarding. It is stepping into the unknown and taking an unfamiliar path to a destination that may seem completely out of reach. Therapy is a journey and I will be your travel companion. It is my firm belief that as humans, we just want to be seen and heard. In my practice, I strive to create an environment that is safe, nurturing and most importantly, free of judgement so that I can both see and hear you.

The connection between therapist and client is the most important element of successful treatment. Using a strength based approach, I strive to connect to my clients in a meaningful way, creating a safe space for them to explore difficult emotions, thought patterns, relational tendencies, and the ongoing impact of earlier experiences. I am passionate about women's issues and provide support and clarity for those going through challenging life transitions- career changes, relationship changes, parenthood, divorce, loss.

All roads lead to Rome! It doesn't matter where we jump in, if you’re ready, we’ll get there. My approach is based on Attachment Theory & CPTSD: the idea that much of our conflict & distress stems from old wounds & unmet needs. De-coding this blueprint provides a path toward healing & fulfillment. Relational issues, estrangement, Teen/YA issues & living life “on purpose” are all areas I am passionate about. I incorporate trauma-informed, conventional therapeutic modalities and a Buddhist Psychology perspective. I am a rabid ally and advocate for equality. Coming Soon: Psychedelic Assisted Therapy (currently Ketamine only).

Congratulations on taking the first steps toward a more manageable life! Whether considering therapy for the first time or finding your way back, having the courage to make a change in your life can feel scary. I welcome the opportunity to explore where you’re at, and guide you toward where you’d like to go. My specialties include Women's Issues, Couples Therapy, Processing Divorce, and Childhood Trauma. Sometimes these can show up as anxiety, depression, codependency, rage, numbness, feeling inadequate, and many other experiences.

I specialize in therapy with children, adolescents, parents, and families, dealing with life transitions and crises impacting social, emotional, academic, and interpersonal functioning. Goals may include working through a difficult transition, relieving specific troubling symptoms, building coping strategies to manage difficult feelings (anxiety, depression, frustration), improving communication, improving the quality of relationships, increasing social skills, reducing conflict, improving conflict resolution and problem solving skills, and gaining greater insight and awareness for personal growth.

I believe that each person searches to find a therapist with whom they feel a connection. It is very important to me that I provide you with a positive emotional experience. One that is free from judgement, or underlying agendas. I strive to support my clients by being a dependable, focused and consistently positive force in their lives. A person grows through connection, consistency and genuine caring. I am not a clinician who believes that one has to feel pain in order to progress in therapy. Quite the contrary, it is through having a more healthy positive relationship, which causes meaningful change.

I am a skilled, empathetic, therapist who is committed to providing you with support, insight, and practical tools.You have more strengths and fewer weaknesses than you realize.Working together, we explore you, letting you see yourself as you really are and always have been - worthwhile and loveable. You can learn and move forward. Seeing a licensed therapist often provides new ways to work through the issues and fears holding you back. No matter what the obstacles, we will find solutions together.