Therapists in Culver City, CA

Starting therapy is difficult and scary; however, you do not have to do it yourself. I understand it is also vulnerable to share your stories with a stranger. Therapy is a space where you can feel safe being yourself. With sincerity, I strive to build that safe environment for you and work collaboratively to find yourself. I want to empower you to understand your thoughts and feelings. Working through your negative behavioral and thought patterns, we will identify how these currently affect your life. I will help you find solutions within yourself that you feel comfortable practicing and sustaining, using your natural strengths.

In life, there are moments when it feels like we've lost control and need help finding stable ground. If you find yourself navigating through stressful life changes, I'm here for you. As a therapist, my approach centers around working together to create positive transformation in your life. I won't dictate what you should do, but rather, I will work with you to discover your inner wisdom. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship changes, or communication difficulties, I have the expertise to assist you on your journey.

My expertise includes: lasting effects of childhood adversity, acculturation stress, chronic indecision, anxious attachment, and challenges encountered in the Asian American community. I provide teletherapy throughout CA only.

The center provides counseling for children, adults, couples and families on a sliding scale fee structure. You will find that our depth psychological approach honors your individuality and encourages a deeper exploration of ones inner world. There is great wisdom in these depths. With over 30 therapists on staff, we are able to offer guidance with an array of presenting challenges such as depression,anxiety,loss, trauma and relationship issues. Our services are offered in English, Spanish, Russian, Hebrew, Farsi, Armenian, German, Romanian and Arabic. Our center is LGBT affirmative.

I help adults from all walks of life with emotional suffering. My focus is to help you regain your clarity & confidence that align with your life purpose, providing you guidance in a safe and non-judgmental environment that is collaborative and empowering. I am also a relationship expert helping couples and families to understand each other and connect in a healthier way. With 19 years of professional mental health experience, my commitment is to work with you in the most nurturing and empowering way so that you can be the best version of yourself.

Dr. Kang (pronouns: she/her) accompanies individuals on their journeys of self-understanding through exploring moments of connection and disconnection while empowering individuals to make decisions based on their increased awareness of the interplay among self, social, and cultural factors. Dr. Kang is skilled in mindfulness-based intervention with a focus on mind-body connection, trauma-informed therapy, and exposure and response prevention in addressing various concerns. Dr. Kang is dedicated in serving marginalized populations, including but not limited to members from ethnic/racial minority, immigrant, and LGBTQ+ communities.

Hello, and welcome to Palms of Peace Center! My name is Jenny and I'm a licensed clinical social worker in the state of California! With over 14 years of experience in working with a diverse clientele in non-profit, governmental and private practice settings, I am passionate and specializes in helping individuals with their traumatic experiences and memories, while also integrating Christian faith based approach to the room, as I firmly believe the power of healing is combination of spirituality and evidence-based techniques.

I warmly welcome you as you embark on your journey of exploration and discovery along this bright new path. Wherever you may find yourself on your life's journey, know that you're not alone. Addressing issues like anger, anxiety, depression, trauma, bullying, grief and loss, relationship struggles, among other emotional wounds can be tough. Despite this, I offer supportive empathy, fostering your comfort in facing these challenges. Since there is no one-size-fits-all treatment approach, I holistically tailor treatment plans to suit you according to your specific and unique needs.

I strongly believe that by creating a safe and grounded space, this will allow individuals to be comfortable in processing challenges of daily life to complex traumas. I am passionate about empowering others to cultivate greater self-awareness, confidence and attunement. My experience is working with children, adolescents and adults who have dealt with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, stressful life transitions, identity and relationship issues. I specialize in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds with a focus on first and second-generation immigrants, young adults and families–especially within the AAPI community.

Welcome to your journey of growth. As a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience, I believe every individual has the ability to heal, grow, and live a fulfilling life. My background as a Chinese Malaysian who has lived in the U.S. for over a decade has given me a unique perspective on the challenges that immigrants and people of color face. With an integrative, evidence-based approach, I help clients understand what causes them to feel stuck, and what is needed to get unstuck, while providing the expertise and support to develop strategies that would work for them.

As an Asian woman who has straddled two cultures for many years, I have a deep understanding of the struggles Asian women and men face in relationships, family life, and the workplace. I also know that our unique cultural history and cultural norms can present so many obstacles to healing emotional injuries and finding emotional health. If you are feeling lonely and isolated, anxious and guilty, inadequate, overwhelmed, conflicted, or depressed, I understand. And I have the experience to help you find concrete, practical solutions to these emotional challenges, yielding timely results. I am fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese and English.

Octave is a modern practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. With in-person and virtual clinics in California, Connecticut, Florida, New Jersey, New York, Texas, and Washington D.C., we partner with you to develop personalized plans that can include individual, couples, and family therapy to best suit your needs. Grounded in science, our approach enables you to experience profound change that is just as measurable as it is meaningful. Learn more at www.findoctave.com

Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone.

Seeking therapy takes courage and strength. Are you experiencing feeling stuck due to childhood trauma? I am here to provide you with unconditional support to process through your anxiety, depression, and other unresolved feelings at your pace. Sometimes we may need someone who is there for us and there are no problems in life that are too big or small. You have taken the first step to seek help, I can help you discover your inner strength to bounce back and deep inside you may be wishing for peace and equilibrium. As a therapist, I aim to help you reach those goals together to bring about inner peace.

As a therapist who was born and raised in Hong Kong, I have had the opportunity to work with diverse clients of all backgrounds. I understand the unique challenges faced by children of immigrants, particularly those identifying as Asian American or emerging adults. Asian Americans often struggle with establishing a sense of belonging, internalized judgment of their thoughts, actions, and persistent feelings of inadequacy or shame. It can be challenging to exist between two or more different cultural norms, values, traditions, languages, familial obligations, social dynamics, and more.

Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone.

I have a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of life. I understand that sometimes it can feel like our experiences are sorted into the ones we like and the ones we don't and that we approach our own lives as if they are problems to be solved.

I am honored to be a part of the journeys of people who want a better life. I have been part of journeys addressing anxiety, depression, family, relationships, multicultural issues, self-esteem, and much more. A constant part of my work with others is boundaries, understanding yourself and how to express yourself to others. Everyone has the right to feel heard, valued, connected and unique in a safe and confidential space. Other than that, I love food, talking to people, and listening to people's unique stories!