Therapists in Whittier, CA

Life can bring unforeseen experiences and challenges that we may not always be able to handle, either physically or emotionally. You do not have to tackle these challenges alone. My therapeutic approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and systems-oriented therapy. As a clinician, I focused on enriching my skills by developing an outcome-driven practices to assist my clients with their desired goals.

My name is Kristine Diaz and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Orange County, California. I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, and relationship issues through an eclectic and flexible approach incorporating Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and humanistic Person-Centered Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.

Today, you are one step closer to a renewed you, where you feel empowered, and on a positive path to growth and well-being. If you’re reading this, then you have taken the first step to enhance your life journey. Congratulations! With many changes in our communities, many individuals are experiencing a variety of emotions-feelings of uncertainty, sadness, anxiety, or confusion. If you can relate to any of these then you are in the right place. Have these feelings created setbacks in your professional and personal relationships? It may be difficult to find where to turn to or who you can trust in sharing your circumstances.

Hello there, my name is Karla Perez and I am a bilingual Spanish Speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 10 years of clinical experience working with individuals coping with depression, anxiety, adjusting to major life changes, relationship problems, healing childhood traumas, self-esteem, parenting, among others. I believe therapy should be a safe space where one can explore our deepest emotions, thoughts, and feelings without judgement. Building a strong trusting therapeutic relationship with someone who understands you can be a tool in the healing journey.

I have been a licensed psychotherapist for 43 years and have developed a number of specialties over the years. These include the treatment of traumatic experiences, anxiety, depression, dysfunctional family of origin issues, dissociative disorders, mind/body issues, eating disorders, stress management, coping skills training and relaxation training. Besides Cognitive Therapy, I utilize EMDR, hypnosis and Alpha-Stim in my therapeutic work with clients. I also do "parts work", as in Internal Family Systems and Ericksonian Psychotherapy. I do in-person sessions: Tuesdays & Thursdays. I do Telehealth sessions: Mondays & Wednesdays.

My name is Areen Fakhoury, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology, and a master's degree in marriage and family therapy. The way I approach therapy is that I prioritize who you are as a person and what you want to get out of our time together. I have experience working with adults, couples and family groups. I have been primarily meeting with women of all ages and stages, helping them navigate identity, stress, life transitions and various relationships.

Practicing from a feminist, multicultural perspective, I bring my own experience as a Chicana lesbian to my work. My career has been dedicated to working in under-served communities, including communities of color and in LGBT communities in the Bay Area in public mental health settings. Psychotherapy is a service to and the healing of the human spirit or soul. How that is accomplished is by careful consideration of each individual's story and relationship to one's inner life, to others, and to the world around.

Hi! I am Stacey Rydell, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has a passion for helping those on their healing journey to find more meaning in life. I focus primarily on working with LGBTQ+, women-identifying adults ages 18-40 years old. Much of my experience is treating anxiety, depression, Bipolar, gender identity, and disordered eating. Working with adults of all ages, I guide my clients toward their inner knowing that we are all born with but have lost contact with due to trauma, societal pressures, family dynamics, and much more.

My name is Velma Staples-Foster LMFT127905, but I go by Gwen. Are you feeling stuck or finding it difficult to move forward? Regardless of the reason you are feeling this way it takes courage to reach out and ask for help. Let me be "your person" to assist you with removing the obstacles that are keeping you from being your best self. I have a passion for helping others. I have a BA in Psychology, a MA in Counseling with a concentration in Life Coaching and a MA in Marriage and Family therapy. I am a licensed clinical trauma professional.

My name is Jemara Garcia and my mission is to guide and support you in your healing process. I am a dedicated bilingual therapist with 12 years of experience in the mental health field in both hospital and community settings. My education and background in Social Work and Integrated Health have helped me to be sensitive to the systemic, environmental, and cultural factors that impact an individual's mental health. I specialize in anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, ADHD, schizophrenia, and bereavement. I am trained in evidence-based practices such as Interpersonal Psychotherapy and various Cognitive Behavioral Therapies.

Mary Tagle is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and older adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Mary specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, grief, and major life transitions and completed her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the American School of Professional Psychology.

Welcome to my profile! I am Yeeng. I have been licensed as a marriage and family therapist (MFT) since 2006. My passion is to provide cross-cultural, multilingual, and integrative therapeutic services. I support individuals and families going through life transitions such as work, relationships, and health. I create a safe and healing space for you to explore, identify, and utilize your internal resources within you and the potential external resources and support system around you to restore yourselves mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

Les Wielstein, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that each person is entitled to live to their fullest potential and believe in a partnership to enable that. I utilize a Cognitive-Behavioral framework in therapy which is infused with Humanistic, Eastern, and Existential metaphors and stories to provide a caring, direct, and thoughtful approach. I am also Trauma-Informed and understand that by using both written and verbal activities I provide a pathway to a sensitive and meaningful understanding of this lived experience.

Hello! My name is Ryan Tran I am a licensed marriage and family therapist located in California. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort. My specialization includes working with children, adults, males, and couples. My goal is to help my clients develop a healthy perception of themselves, strengthen the relationships around them, and ultimately live a more fulfilling life. As an Asian American male therapist, it is also important to me to be culturally competent and provide a safe and supportive space for my male clients and clients of color.

I tailor my approach to the unique needs and goals of each client. For instance, I integrate cognitive-behavioral strategies to address specific challenges, foster humanistic principles to promote self-discovery, and employ client-centered techniques to enhance the therapeutic alliance. I believe in the inherent wisdom of the body and incorporate emotional and somatic awareness into my holistic practice. By listening to the body, we can navigate past traumas and painful experiences together.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 17 years of experience in treating adult clients with a variety of difficulties including anxiety & panic, mood disorders, grief & loss, ADHD, relationship problems, stress management, & personal growth & development. I have a passion for helping my clients gain a better understanding of themselves, triumph over obstacles in their lives, & lead healthier, happier, & more fulfilling lives overall. My treatment approaches are integrative & holistic & include various somatic (mind-body) therapy, solution-focused, positive psychology, & cognitive behavior therapy techniques.

I'm a licensed MFT in practice since 2008. I am fully trained in EMDR; I obtained EFT Externship certification for couple therapy; I also received DBT and CBT training for anxiety at BECK Institute. I'm familiar with intercultural issues affecting mental health. I have treated individuals and couples from many different backgrounds. I'm fluent in Taiwanese, Mandarin, and English.