Therapists in Santa Monica, CA

Mis especialidades son con problemas maritales, depresión, ansiedad, problemas adolescentes, problemas de las mujeres, crianza, gestión de crisis, casos relacionados con el trauma tales como violencia doméstica, abuso físico o sexual y muchas otras cosas. Me comprometo a ayudar a mis clientes a sentirse mejor y hacer cambios fácilmente, y tengo las habilidades y la pasión que le ayudarán a tomar mejores decisiones. Puede ofrecer mis servicios en la oficina, via Skype, por teléfono o en la comodidad de su hogar u oficina. Esto disponible los domingos.

El bienestar de nuestra salud mental es fundamental para llevar una vida sana. Sin embargo, el pedir ayuda puede ser difícil y en varias ocasiones bastante incómodo. Me gustaría ayudarte a tomar el primer paso y ofrecerte el apoyo necesario hacia tu superación y sanación emocional.

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¿Se preocupa todo el tiempo? ¿Se siente mal o deprimido? ¿Experimenta con pensamientos negativos y persistentes? ¿Tiene problemas en sus relaciones? ¿Lucha para mantener el equilibrio entre responsabilidades y desafíos cotidianos? ¡Déjeme ayudarle! Lo guiare para manejar la ansiedad, depresión o el estrés elevado que pueden surgir cuando se presentan los problemas de pareja, conflictos familiares, divorcio, separación, dificultades con la crianza de sus hijos, trauma, enfermedad, pérdidas u otros factores de estrés. Ofrezco terapia individual, de parejas y familiar diseñado para sus necesidades personales.

Cada persona tiene sus momentos en la vida en los que siente que "algo no está bien". Estos momentos vienen por muchas razones: pérdida, cambio, acumulación de luchas entre nosotros o los demás, patrones de relación que no podemos cambiar aunque lo intentemos, trauma o una infancia difícil, soledad, miedo, sentimientos de tristeza, ansiedad o inquietud, etc. En estos momentos buscamos la claridad, el sentimiento o la nueva dirección que necesitamos, o simplemente una forma de manejar bien nuestras emociones y comportamientos que están impactando nuestra vida y la vida de los demás.

¡Hola! Soy Luis, un terapeuta que está aquí para ayudarte con los problemas de la vida. Como mexicanoamericano, entiendo cómo la cultura nos moldea. Quiero ofrecerte un lugar seguro para que te expreses y descubras tus fortalezas. A veces, los cambios en el trabajo o en las relaciones nos pegan fuerte y nos bajan la autoestima, pero no estás solo.

As a professional of color and daughter of immigrant parents, my passion is to connect, strengthen, and empower communities of color to healing and resiliency in a culturally attuned and compassionate therapeutic process. I believe therapy is a collaborative process between patient and therapist. I have extensive experience working with adolescence, adults, parents, couples, and families developing and maintaining, healthy and fulfilling relationships. My services are offered in English and Spanish through tele-health. I seek to create a warm, attentive environment, to nurture an opportunity for therapeutic connection.

No matter what is going on within you and around you, there is always hope. You do not have to face life alone. Life brings us challenges that can include anxiety, depression, difficulties in relationships, and grief. Together we can create an individualized plan to help you heal and create the life that you desire. As a warm and caring therapist, it would be my honor to be a part of your healing process. Through our work together, I am committed to helping you recognize your strengths and innate resiliency that would allow you to thrive at home, work, and in relationships.

Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.

Has trauma, anxiety, or depression interfered with the potential to become the best version of yourself? We often feel defined by traumatic or emotionally difficult experiences then often leave us feeling stuck in place rather than moving forward towards our goals. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space for you to develop an understanding of yourself to overcome past experiences or fears that define you. Our work together will be met with unconditional acceptance, creative approaches, and the utmost compassion.

Everyone experiences challenges from time to time, but when the tough times are starting to outweigh the good times or you keep seeing the same patterns repeat over and over in your life, you may want to consider seeking help. I am here not to give you advice, but to help you learn to listen to and trust yourself deeply and fully so that you can live the kind of life you've always wanted.

Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma-related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.

Welcome! Therapy should be practical and approachable. As a relationship specialist, my collaborative focus is on the "why" of where you are. When we understand why, we can navigate the hurdles getting in your way with insight and healthy coping skills that are effective. You will not be alone in this; we will be working together on expanding awareness of your thoughts, feelings and ways that you engage with the world. This process opens up space for healthier, more intentional relationships that you can actually enjoy (including the one with yourself)! At the core of my practice is an authentic, warm and compassionate presence.

Are you going through a divorce, or perhaps you're not sure of the direction of your marriage or relationship? Do you have co-parenting challenges? Are you looking for someone to listen, have empathy and genuinely care about your situation? I specialize in working with women going through a separation or divorce, those who have experienced trauma with their intimate partner or witnessed it in their childhood, are experiencing PTSD, anxiety and depression.

My therapeutic approach is non-judgmental, empathetic, and assigning the occasional homework. I am here as your teammate to support you through the journey of discovery. Being in therapy is hard work but I will be with you every step of the way to support you through the obstacles you keep encountering in life.

Young adults and couples often come to me seeking help with communication and strategies to better manage the curve balls life throws. We all have ups and downs and those downs can come with a lot of pain. I am passionate about helping clients gain insight, create healthier relationships, and navigate difficult life transitions. Being of Hispanic descent and speaking Spanish fluently allows me to provide services in Spanish as well as connect with culturally sensitive topics that can come up during sessions.

Greetings, we are delighted that you've embarked on this journey of self-discovery, growth, & healing. We are a group practice based out of California led by Founder/Director, Patricia Alvarado. Collectively, we have over a decade of experience in the helping profession, assisting children, teens, and adults. Our approach involves viewing situations through a multicultural lens, enabling us to comprehend your unique needs through active listening, empathy, and a non-judgmental perspective. We specialize in EMDR, CBT, Solution-Focused Treatment, & Mindfulness.

Life can be really hard and oftentimes we need additional support. I love working with individuals through life's transitions and challenges. A belief and dedication to growth, resilience, and well-being, I prioritize trauma-informed care and social justice in my practice. I emphasize authenticity and genuine connections by integrating empathy, creativity, and humor into sessions using Gestalt Therapy. Whether guiding teens or adults through various life’s transitions or focusing on improving a client’s mental well-being, my approach remains culturally conscious and sensitive to individual experiences in the broader societal context

Hi, I’m Itzel. I am a licensed psychotherapist in California and my native Costa Rica. I have completed Intensive Plus DBT training in addition to working at Clearview, a full DBT fidelity program. I obtained my master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern California (USC) and have spent 20 years in health and safety leadership roles in corporate and academic environments. In addition to my training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, I have extensive training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy and Solution-Driven Therapy,