Silicon Beach Psychotherapy is a modern collaboration of clinicians working together to bring exceptional psychotherapy to the surrounding community. All of the clinicians practicing at SBP know and work with each other, constantly striving to increase their skills and abilities. We have the luxury of finding the best therapist for every individual because they each have different specialities and strengths and can refer to one another when necessary. We provide individual, couples and family psychotherapy. We have a multi-faceted approach to meet your specific needs, with a number of different clinicians to choose from. We employ various treatment modalities, including: psychodynamic, humanistic, existential, solution focused, mindfulness, somatic experiencing, and more. We figure out what you need, what you want, and how we can help you get there Silicon Beach Psychotherapy is located at 11949 Jefferson Blvd. #106, Culver City, CA 90230. Located across the street from Playa Vista, we have a four office therapy suite, designed with comfort in mind. We are very pleased to have such an inviting space in which to offer psychotherapy services.

Life is full of experiences that help shape and define who we are. Most of us try to deal with these experiences in a way that allows us to better ourselves and those we care for. Sometimes we are faced with challenges and additional support is helpful. It can be frightening and overwhelming to seek support and we admire your courage in taking this positive, first step. Finding the right therapist and building a trusting relationship is critical to your success. Whether you want to address a specific concern or to improve your general well-being, we can help. We each work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We are dedicated to using our expertise to provide you with a safe environment, free of judgment, where you will learn the tools necessary to reach your goals. We encourage you to look through the information we have provided to learn more about us and the services we provide. We look forward to hearing from you soon. What is a Marriage and Family Therapist? We are often asked, “What exactly is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT)?” Per the California Association for Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT), Marriage and Family Therapists are defined as the following: “relationship specialists who treat persons involved in interpersonal relationships. They are trained to assess, diagnose and treat individuals, couples, families and groups to achieve more adequate, satisfying and productive marriage, family and social adjustment. The practice also includes premarital counseling, child counseling, divorce or separation counseling and other relationship counseling. Marriage and Family Therapists are psychotherapists and healing arts practitioners licensed by the State of California. Requirements for licensure include a related doctoral or two-year master's degree, passage of a comprehensive…examination and at least 3,000 hours of supervised experience.” Serving the South Bay Communities of Palos Verdes Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills Estates, Rolling Hills, San Pedro, Lomita, Torrance, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Manhattan Beach.

Seeking help is half the battle and I can guide you through the rest of the journey. I work with clients to provide a safe space to address a variety of issues ranging from trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, shame, self-esteem and relationship difficulties. Together we can develop a new narrative about yourself and your potential while addressing past traumas and developing coping strategies to manage current and future challenges.

Clients come to me with a variety of needs that are best met through exploring and developing relevant insights and life skills, releasing painful emotions and memories, or tapping into their own deeper selves. Clients, from a wide variety of backgrounds are seen in individual, family or group counseling sessions based on their needs and preferences. Many clients have already been in therapy and come to me because they still have things to work on that they have been unsuccessful at achieving through traditional talk therapy. How people benefit from therapy depends on the reasons why they initially seek therapy. However, generally, a person can expect to know him/herself better, feel more confident and have more a greater sense of appreciation and self-acceptance. At the end of therapy, a client can expect to feel positive emotions and emotional freedom more often. In addition, a person will develop more stability, self-knowledge, and control over emotions such as sadness, anxiety, anger, grief, and worry. He/she is likely to be better able to achieve personal and relational goals; to problem solve difficult situations; to feel more satisfied with his\her life and relationships; to be less influenced by past traumas and/or struggles; to know his/her opinions and voice them; and to grow during life transitions and challenges. Children and adolescents will also behave in more age appropriate and adaptive ways, feel more confident about themselves and their relationships, have more positive emotions, manage difficult emotions more adaptively, communicate effectively, and be able to achieve their goals.

I love working with clients who feel like their hope is gone. By examining the root of their problems I work with them to create deep and lasting change. I don't believe that the problems of the human heart are solved by quick fixes and simple platitudes. They often require a wise and compassionate guide into a deeper journey that can't be done alone.

I am a licensed psychotherapist and passionately believe in cultivating health, well-being, and emotional resilience. I bring this passion to my work and I am dedicated to help others in the process of achieving a more balanced life. I have been in private practice for 13 years and have offices conveniently located in Pasadena and Beverly Hills. I believe good mental health begins with an ability to connect the dots of our individual “stories” in order to develop a coherent narrative and "make sense" of that story. To accomplish this, I collaborate with my clients utilizing a variety of interventions including mindfulness practices and EMDR to assist in emotional regulation and symptom relief. I also help my clients identify specific coping strategies that may have brilliantly served them in childhood and adolescence but may no longer be useful or needed today. I help individuals understand themselves, parents better understand their children and help partners express themselves to each other more effectively. My clients are excited by our work and share that they often feel more hopeful and resilient after our sessions. Additionally, they acquire practical tools to take into their day-to-day lives. My current practice includes adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties. I also see couples, families and children. I have a special expertise in working with the adoption community and facilitate various groups and workshops throughout the year for adoptees as well as adoptive parents and birth parents. I conduct workshops promoting adoption awareness for educators and mental health professionals. I co-chaired and presented at the First Annual Adopt Salon Conference in November 2012. Featured presenters included Nancy Verrier, Adam Pertman, Marlou Russell and many other leaders in the adoption field. Additionally, as a California approved Clinical Supervisor, I provide supervision and guidance to interns and trainees accruing experiential hours toward MFT licensure. My areas of expertise include: • Relief from depression, anxiety and suffering • Helping couples and families communicate more effectively • Adoption issues: I work with adoptees, adoptive families and couples who are considering adoption. I facilitate support groups and psycho-education groups several times during the year for all members of the adoption and foster care community. • Adolescents struggling with school stress, concentration, peer relations and esteem issues • Parenting concerns • Grief, trauma and loss

I specialize in psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and young adults undergoing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, academic, and relational difficulties. For younger children, I use play therapy, as play is the language that children use to express themselves. I approach therapy with the understanding that each individual and family is unique; therefore, I tailor my approach to best meet each client’s needs and challenges. I know it may be difficult to find a therapist you can trust, which is why I provide a warm, empathic, non-judgmental, supportive environment in which my clients feel safe to explore, and work through, their difficulties. If you would like to see your child reach his or her full potential and lead a richer, more satisfying life, contact me to see if I am the right fit for your family.

Relationships are the foundation of life. As children, adults, and families, we all face challenges and experience traumatic events which shape our personalities and behavior. Michelle is committed to restoring lives shaken by stress and personal obstacles. Her work helps people overcome traumatic events, reestablish healthy attachments, and restore the connections and trust essential to fulfilling lives and relationships. Michelle's specialization is in the treatment of issues arising from the foster/adoption experience. She has dedicated her postgraduate training to the areas of development, attachment, neuroscience, and psychoanalysis. She works from an attachment perspective to help adoptive families, adoptees, parents, and individuals build secure and trusting relationships. Michelle Harwell MFT, is a well-respected licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and speaker on attachment, trauma, and early childhood development.

Offering individual, child, adolescent, and family therapy services in Los Angeles and the Antelope Valley. Specializing in foster care and adoption, trauma, grief and loss, teen issues, and parenting issues. Sliding scale available as needed. Contact me to discuss fee options and how to schedule a session.

"HEALTH AND HAPPINESS is my dedication to CHILDREN and their FAMILIES!" This is this very belief that reflects my life calling. The understanding that the proper nurturing of our minds and hearts will inevitably create a future that is balanced in justice and compassion. My mission is to translate this truth from an abstract macro cosmic concept into a practical microcosm. I have extensive experience counseling individual adults and children, couples, and families who are struggling with recovery from abuse, trauma, grief, depression, anger management, anxiety, academic problems, behavioral problems, low self-esteem, and conduct disorder. My goal is to offer a safe and peaceful environment for my clients to cope more effectively with their life issues and mental health problems. I would like to provide educational insight and instructional courses focused on healthy, responsible parenting. I present well rounded courses for every type of parent from single teen moms to family planning for engaged couples. Practice Areas: - Depression - Grief and Loss - Anxiety Disorders - Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders - Specific Phobia - Trauma/ Violence/ Post Traumatic Stress Disorder/ Sexual abuse/ Rape - Incest Children - Attention Deficit Disorder/ Self-esteem / Social Issues/ Behavior Issues - Addictions / Substance Abuse - Relationships / Couples Therapy/ Divorce/ Infertility/ Infidelity and Intimacy Concerns - Parenting/ Counseling new Parents - Stress Managements/ Work related Conflicts Issue - Adolescence/ Marriage/ Family - Gender Identity Issues Office located in beautiful Brentwood neighborhood. Serving the West Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills neighborhood areas.

Dr. Novello specializes in providing comprehensive assessment and psychotherapy services to high-functioning children, adults, and couples struggling with a variety of symptoms, including depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. Through individualized and compassionate care, she helps clients attain greater satisfaction in their lives by increasing stress management skills and self-esteem. She has an integrative approach and may draw on different psychological approaches during the course of therapy to deal with the struggles that you are currently facing. Therapy is a cooperative endeavor and together you and she will develop treatment goals, which can include relief of symptoms, solutions to specific problems, increased insight, or improved relationships. Dr. Novello strives to provide a safe space in which you can experience uncritical acceptance and explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Through focused attention and empathy, she hopes to promote self-understanding and to be a consistent and understanding presence in your life. Therapy involves a large commitment of time, money, and energy, so it’s essential that you feel confident about the therapist you select. Dr. Novello will be happy to answer any questions you may have to help you make an informed decision.

I am a licensed psychotherapist and passionately believe in cultivating health, well-being, and emotional resilience. I bring this passion to my work and I am dedicated to help others in the process of achieving a more balanced life. I have been in private practice for 13 years and have offices conveniently located in Pasadena and Beverly Hills. I believe good mental health begins with an ability to connect the dots of our individual “stories” in order to develop a coherent narrative and "make sense" of that story. To accomplish this, I collaborate with my clients utilizing a variety of interventions including mindfulness practices and EMDR to assist in emotional regulation and symptom relief. I also help my clients identify specific coping strategies that may have brilliantly served them in childhood and adolescence but may no longer be useful or needed today. I help individuals understand themselves, parents better understand their children and help partners express themselves to each other more effectively. My clients are excited by our work and share that they often feel more hopeful and resilient after our sessions. Additionally, they acquire practical tools to take into their day-to-day lives. My current practice includes adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety and relationship difficulties. I also see couples, families and children. I have a special expertise in working with the adoption community and facilitate various groups and workshops throughout the year for adoptees as well as adoptive parents and birth parents. I conduct workshops promoting adoption awareness for educators and mental health professionals. I co-chaired and presented at the First Annual Adopt Salon Conference in November 2012. Featured presenters included Nancy Verrier, Adam Pertman, Marlou Russell and many other leaders in the adoption field. Additionally, as a California approved Clinical Supervisor, I provide supervision and guidance to interns and trainees accruing experiential hours toward MFT licensure. My areas of expertise include: • Relief from depression, anxiety and suffering • Helping couples and families communicate more effectively • Adoption issues: I work with adoptees, adoptive families and couples who are considering adoption. I facilitate support groups and psycho-education groups several times during the year for all members of the adoption and foster care community. • Adolescents struggling with school stress, concentration, peer relations and esteem issues • Parenting concerns • Grief, trauma and loss

I work mostly with men who are feeling alone, angry, and ashamed. Most men in our society experience profound isolation and dissatisfaction with their lives, which they think is the way it's "supposed" to be. This couldn't be further from the truth. Our work together addresses these issues so that you can be alive and free. I believe that humans heal through connecting with others and I hope to make that connection with you. My approach also takes into account the larger forces that we have to deal with on a day to day basis in order to help therapy be more effective and lasting. I work from a Psychodynamic and Systemic framework but my honestly and authenticity is offered above all else.

I’m a trained psychotherapist with 15+ years experience working with adults and adolescents. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, OCD, depression, self-sabotaging behaviors, and relationship problems. I integrate various treatment approaches and theories in my work with clients, including somatic experiencing, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, attachment theory, spirituality, and buddhist meditation. I work in an empathic and supportive environment, helping clients to rapidly get to the core issues which keep them stuck in their lives, unhappy in relationships, or chronically depressed, angry, or anxious. Almost always, what creates suffering is the avoidance of painful feelings and/or experiences. When we avoid these painful feelings, we become more anxious, more depressed, or more angry. This leads to a vicious cycle of problems within ourselves (i.e, depression) or in relationships, which cause us even more suffering. By bringing to the surface the deep and buried, often complex, underlying thoughts, emotions, and experiences and working them through (feeling them in the body, understanding their source), this frees them up. And the unwanted feelings (anxiety, depression) or behavior melt away on their own. This then allows us to be more connected to both ourselves and others, to have more intimacy in our relationships and to feel more fulfilled in general. Using this approach, significant and lasting change can happen rather quickly, much quicker than most other therapies out there. And because these changes occur at a deep level, they tend to be lasting.

The Place Within offers skillful, affordable counseling and psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families. At The Place Within, we believe that each person is gifted with the inner inclination, innate wisdom and natural ability for solving their own problems and creating more love, joy and satisfaction in their lives. However, everyone feels unsatisfied, unhappy, even lost at various times. We all face crisis of one type or another. While we can often move through these difficult times on our own, many of us find qualified, caring assistance and coaching helpful, perhaps even necessary, as an aid in wisely and courageously accessing our latent qualities and moving our one precious life toward what we are meant to be.

The Villa Treatment Center with upscale amenities, innovative addiction treatment and extended care services, delivers quality treatment programming, strong recovery support, and an unparalleled level of comfort and care while keeping an environment of hope, strength, love, and tolerance for all. Let us help you take those first steps. The Villa Treatment Center is the premiere addiction treatment facility in Los Angeles. Know someone in need of addiction recovery? Contact us today!

I see a variety of clients from ages 5 to 75. This includes people who have various life adjustment problems as well as those with personality and mood disorders. I treat children with play therapy for behavioral and other problems. Couples may require conjoint therapy for marital difficulties which may include other family members. And, of course, individual psychotherapy may be useful. I treat people who have suffered traumas caused by sexual, physical and emotional abuse which could result in depression, anxiety, social phobias, etc. I am able to assist people in overcoming self-defeating behavior which cause an inability to achieve goals in life. I use various types of therapy depending on the individual and types of problems he or she may be having. One very effective therapy technique is the utilization of inner voice dialogue with ways to conquer negative self-concepts. This may include bibleotherapy and worksheets depending on an individual's preference. Many first time patients are surprised to find that "talk therapy" can be so tension relieving. As a result, you may find yourself experiencing a lightening of moods and an enhanced sense of well-being. There's a great payoff in learning more about yourself.

Life's challenges can be tough, but there are ways to navigate them. I am here to meet you where you are offering you a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment to help you navigate what is holding you back. As your therapist, I will walk with you on a journey of self-discovery and healing to reclaim your inspiration and guiding light.

Are you yearning for a more peaceful, joyous, loving and balanced life, but don't know how to get it? Are you plagued with persistent worries, stress, sadness, or anger? Are you having troubles with your relationships or find yourself stuck in old patterns? Or maybe you want to work through a troubled relationship or event in your past that you just can't get over? You have probably found that the obvious solutions to your "problems" don't always work, and some of those "solutions" end up becoming problems themselves. Each journey is unique, so my therapeutic methods are tailored to your specific needs. I rely on certain therapies, such as EMDR, mindfulness-based and cognitive therapies, that studies have shown are particularly effective in treating trauma, phobias, anxiety, depression, and many more problems individuals or couples may face. I have been honored to work with some amazing clients who have turned their lives around, worked through intense traumas, dissolved anxieties, found excitement for life and mended relationships. I also have expertise with attorneys, entrepreneurs, LGBTQ individuals and their families, and people with Mormon backgrounds.

Welcome. I am glad you found me and look forward to speaking with you about how therapy can be helpful for you. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I hold a Master's degree in Psychology and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Before becoming a therapist, I had a successful career in business. I work with people of all ages to help them overcome challenges, strengthen relationships, change unhelpful patterns, and achieve healing and growth through all stages of life. I can help you identify and address the underlying factors that may be getting in the way of having the life you imagine. I have specialized experience working with children and teens, and with parents at all stages of the parenting journey. Additionally, I am a Certified Breakthrough Parenting Instructor. Whether you are a parent struggling with your young child's emotional or behavioral issues, navigating the challenging teen years, a couple with differing parenting styles who need some help finding common ground, newly divorced parents struggling to put aside your hurt and anger to effectively co-parent with your former spouse, or parents of adult children facing an empty-nest or struggling with an adult child's failure to launch, substance abuse and/or mental illness - I can help. I am the mother of two grown sons and have faced many of the same parenting challenges you might now be facing. I offer a gentle, supportive, and non-judgmental approach to therapy. I believe that all people have the capacity for healing, growth, and change. Together, we will establish goals and create a collaborative plan for achieving the results you desire. Let's talk.

Avalon Malibu is a residential treatment center located in Malibu, California licensed to treat drug, alcohol and mental health issues. It is the only Malibu treatment center directly on the beach with beach access. We are JCAHO accredited, dually licensed by ADP and by the Department of Social Services, and accredited by the Department of Mental Health to treat both primary psychiatric issues and also chemical dependency issues. We run a highly personalized program with multiple individual sessions with Masters level and PhD level therapists. Our expertise is in Dual Diagnosis/Co-Occurring disorders. Our unique approach utilizes Board Certified Physicians specializing in Psychiatry, Internal Medicine, Addictionology , Neurology and Eastern Medicine. Avalon Malibu has an optional Buddhist-informed track led by author and meditation teacher Noah Levine, MSW. Along with a solid Family Program in addition to an IOP (Intensive Outpatient.)

Tree House Recovery’s innovative approach to addiction treatment focuses on the mind/body connection to build sustainable, healthy lives. Our eight interconnected modalities work together to treat the whole person. The cumulative result is a highly effective program focused on healing the individual. At Tree House, abstinence is simply a jumping-off point. In order to sustain change, men must find lives that they are excited to lead. We guide our clients to these lives. The Tree House team is a highly collaborative unit that works together to offer each client the most effective care available.

: Do you suffer from recurring patterns of sabotage because of Limiting Beliefs, Anxiety, Addictions, Phobias, and Poor Relationship Skills? Are You ready to learn easy gentle powerful techniques to return to your best self and best relationships ever. With over thirty years of experience in healing and transforming relationships, Dr. Ryan has helped thousands of clients to learn how to remove blocks to giving and receiving love. He specializes in helping clients learn very fast ways to heal past emotional trauma and teaches tools for healing emotional and physical issues related to stress and anxiety. Clients consistently report that they have benefited not only in improving their mental state and peace of mind but also their ability to be better communicators in their relationships and the skills have helped them achieve success in all areas of their life. In just a few sessions you will learn how to remove blocks, dissolve conflict, and free yourself to move forward with greater happiness, more meaningful connection with understanding and peace of mind. Dr. Ryan has taught at numerous colleges, universities, churches and hospitals. He is best known for his humor and heart centered style of teaching in a relaxed and enjoyable, manner. He teaches concrete skills and principles so that learning is relevant. His clients report that he is inspiring and motivating and his methods are powerful and transforming. Dr. Ryan also specializes in alternative health care. He is a Certified META Healing Practitioner, using META Medicine and Energy Healer. He is also a AMT, EFT Master and Trainer.

Life is overflowing with choices that we make to create our desired reality. Learning how to make choices that destine us to create the life we want is key. What would your life look like if you could wake up tomorrow and your life would be as you want it? How would your life be different? Together we can figure out how to help you navigate your way to a happier, healthier, more fulfilling life. "Life is not what it's supposed to be. Its what it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference." ~Satir What would you like your life to be like? Things can be different. Healing and growth can happen through connection and processing. You can have the life you want, and together we can navigate how to get there. No matter what your struggle, challenge or stuck place, there are tools, resources and help to create your enjoyable, fulfilling life. You are already taking the first steps in a new direction, looking for resources. Your next step is to call and make contact. Together we can figure out how to get you more of what you want, and less of what you do not want. You may be struggling with a relationship, a child, depression, anxiety, illness, grief, loss, job, family or another challenge, and you can feel better. Take your next step towards feeling and living better. With each step, your travels can become lighter, more manageable and enjoyable. I greatly look forward to the privilege of working with you as we work together to create the life you envision for yourself. Couples Therapy ~ We all want to feel connected and safe with our partner. Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy is proven to be the most effective couples therapy, helping couples stop having the same argument over and over, and connect in loving, secure ways. You and your partner can have the relationship you want. Play Therapy ~ Through play therapy, children can improve their behavior, emotional expression, and communication. Play is the language of children, and toys are their words. As children work in therapy, they are able to play out their stuck places to create different, healthier ways of acting, expressing themselves and relating to others. Supervised by Dr. Patrick Healey, LMFT MFC30378

My name is Nancy Travers and I am a Licensed Orange County Therapist. In August 2004, I opened a clinical private practice in Irvine to serve the greater Orange County area. Nancy’s Counseling Corner specializes in relationships for individuals, couples and the elderly. I have over 25 years experience in the field of therapy and counseling and have worked in a wide variety of settings from family preservation work, hospice, HIV/AIDS, to geriatrics. My background experience includes work with an array of issues such as depression, anxiety, sexuality, addictions, grief and loss, and trauma work.

Are you worried that your child or teen is out of control or going through a hard time? Are you tired of your teen talking back, but not talking to you? Have you noticed that they are struggling in school? Perhaps you and your family been having struggling with recent changes from a separation, divorce, or loss of a loved one, and you are looking for a way to help your family adjust to those changes and get back to being happy? If you want to connect with others and build a healthier and more satisfying life, then you are ready to take action to make it happen. As a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern at Journey Coaching and Counseling Services, my approach in counseling involves using warmth, empathy, and humor in my work with children, teens, and families to reconnect them with each other and get them back on the path towards personal growth.

At Journey Coaching and Counseling Services, we are a COMMUNITY of Jungian and Depth-oriented Psychologists, Counselors, Therapists, Life Coaches, and Holistic Healers with various specialties. We provide emotional support, guidance, and hope when life becomes overwhelming, when you feel stuck, when you want to pursue psychotherapy as a spiritual practice, or when you are simply looking for some direction and need encouragement.

I specialize in working with couples and families in conflict dealing with interpersonal relationship challenges and incompatible communication styles. I work with couples and families in all stages of relationships on building and/or restructuring unfulfilling aspects of relationships to construct emotionally satisfying relationships for all parties. I also specialize in working with children and adolescent clients experiencing challenging social adjustments, such as bullying; difficult transitions, such as grief and divorce; and adolescents experiencing emotional distress such as anxiety and depression. I believe in working from a strength based therapeutic perspective. I also value the importance of the entire family and specialize in working with families from a family systems approach. Additionally, I assist adult clients experiencing trauma, difficult transitions such as grief and divorce, anxiety, depression, and a myriad of other life challenges. I maintain a strong interest toward helping others with emotional healing. I work with my clients utilizing diverse therapeutic techniques to develop individual treatment plans that suit their therapeutic goals and needs, while helping to bring them to a place of healing. I like to work with my clients by helping them find their path to self-discovery, renewed mental health, and counsel them to living emotionally satisfying lives. Supervised by Dr. Marie Kerns, PsyD-LMFT, MFC 50443

Are you considering therapy? Are you struggling with depression and/or anxiety? Is your addiction affecting your personal relationships or performance at work? Would you and your partner like to recover from infidelity that has occurred in your relationship? Are you and your teen having trouble getting along? Have you experienced a profound loss and having difficulty with the grief? Are you dealing with infertility? Miscarriage? Or had an infant loss? Have you found yourself living with a chronic medical condition and having trouble feeling motivated or understood? Are you ready to change your life? If you answered yes to any of these questions... Then maybe it is time to seek therapy. Every stage of life presents different challenges and opportunities for growth. Having worked as a licensed psychotherapist with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, I am a resource for people seeking to meet those challenges, resolve difficult problems, and achieve the personal success that results from this process. I truly enjoy helping people obtain peace and happiness in their lives. I offer compassion, empathy, and support as you work to heal and grow.

Are you considering therapy? Are you struggling with depression and/or anxiety? Is your addiction affecting your personal relationships or performance at work? Would you and your partner like to recover from infidelity that has occurred in your relationship? Are you and your teen having trouble getting along? Have you experienced a profound loss and having difficulty with the grief? Are you dealing with infertility? Miscarriage? Or had an infant loss? Have you found yourself living with a chronic medical condition and having trouble feeling motivated or understood? Are you ready to change your life? If you answered yes to any of these questions... Then maybe it is time to seek therapy. Every stage of life presents different challenges and opportunities for growth. Having worked as a licensed psychotherapist with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, I am a resource for people seeking to meet those challenges, resolve difficult problems, and achieve the personal success that results from this process. I truly enjoy helping people obtain peace and happiness in their lives. I offer compassion, empathy, and support as you work to heal and grow.

IPPC has available to you the professional services of both Dr. Cathryn Harris and Dr. Mitchell Harris. As a husband and wife team, we have been providing comprehensive professional psychological services for all ages of clients in the Inland Empire of Southern California since 1988. We are friendly, family-oriented, faith-respecting and hopefully sometimes fun. We are dedicated to helping people in all aspects of their lives to become more whole, healthy, happy, fulfilled, and successful. We are dedicated to integrity and thoroughness in all our professional activities. We see children, adolescents and adults in individual, relational, and family outpatient psychotherapy. We offer many treatment options, ranging from brief, problem-oriented strategies, to intensive, longer term therapy. We have animal-assisted therapy available with two therapy dogs in-training. We also take pride in being a valuable resource for churches, synagogues, schools, businesses, the legal community, and fellow medical professionals for whom we can provide consultation, education, and crisis-management intervention. Both Dr. Cathryn Harris and Dr. Mitchell Harris have a specialization in trauma, using EMDR and other specialized techniques. Dr. Mitchell has additional training in hypnotherapy, and also provides forensic services for divorce proceedings (730 evaluations, and 733 second opinions on custody), family reconciliation and court-ordered therapy, and psychological evaluations for many other legal purposes. We accept most insurance plans (please note that insurance plans will not cover forensic procedures and evaluations).

Are you struggling to connect with your child? Do you have difficulty setting boundaries and getting results? PARENTING IS HARD. There are no books or guidelines to follow. Sometimes you just sit there and think, “Where did I go wrong?” or “How did we end up like this?” You want to be a support and help your child while also setting appropriate boundaries and providing a good example. I help parents connect with their children and bridge the gap in communication. Children and adolescents tend to feel misunderstood by adults, especially their parents. My specialty is assisting in creating that understanding relationship, while also allowing parents to maintain the appropriate boundaries necessary to allow their children to thrive.

Your child is faced with many stressors in his/her life which can lead to various issues such as anxiety, depression, substance use, academic problems and more. Children and adolescents need someone who will provide a place space to express themselves, empathize, and teach them healthier ways to cope with their struggles that will help them go on to lead healthy lives. As a parent you need someone who will support you through this difficult time and give your family the skills to grow.

I have been in private practice in south Orange County for 26 years. I specialize in children and adolescent therapy using play therapy, individual, and family therapy. I treat depression, anxiety, behavior problems, school problems, ADHD, and stress to name a few. I use a psychodynamic and attachment model that enables me to go beyond treating the symptoms to getting at the root cause of behavior. I firmly believe in working with the parents. If working individually with a child I believe that it is important to have periodic meetings with the parents to coach them in recommended changes, but also with them create a treatment plan and be able to follow up during treatment. My expertise in child development and attachment also enable me to work very effectively with adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship problems in marriage, work, parenting, and significant relationships.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in child and adolescent assessment, treatment, and support. I am passionate about children, and I have 25 years of experience working with youth and families in a variety of settings (substance abuse research, therapeutic foster care, youth group homes, educational settings, and private practice). My services include: in-depth assessments (cognitive, academic, behavioral, and emotional functioning as well as neuropsychological screenings); individual counseling with children and adolescents; consultation and support services with parents; and educational planning and support services with schools. My theoretical orientation is primarily behavioral and cognitive-behavioral, although I utilize a variety of techniques based on each individual's needs. I provide a caring, nurturing environment where clients can explore their strengths and areas of development, gain insights, and discover their full potential.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in child and adolescent assessment, treatment, and support. I am passionate about children, and I have 25 years of experience working with youth and families in a variety of settings (substance abuse research, therapeutic foster care, youth group homes, educational settings, and private practice). My services include: in-depth assessments (cognitive, academic, behavioral, and emotional functioning as well as neuropsychological screenings); individual counseling with children and adolescents; consultation and support services with parents; and educational planning and support services with schools. My theoretical orientation is primarily behavioral and cognitive-behavioral, although I utilize a variety of techniques based on each individual's needs. I provide a caring, nurturing environment where clients can explore their strengths and areas of development, gain insights, and discover their full potential.

We all go through tough times in life and sometimes need a guiding hand to get through it. Finding the right therapist can be a difficult task but one that can be extremely rewarding if you find the right match. I offer my clients a nurturing, empathetic and non-judgmental environment to explore and work through their trauma, pain, struggles and stress. I strive to help my clients create balance and develop healthy boundaries in their life so that they may find the peace and happiness they are striving for. I use an eclectic array of modalities to help my clients towards their goals. A few of the methods that I use are meditation and mindfulness, art therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, EMDR, Hypnotherapy, narrative therapy and pet therapy (through the company of my trusty partner and certified therapy dog Rama). I offer my clients a holistic approach to therapy- taking a look at all of the factors in their life that may be contributing to their pain or struggles. One step at a time we can overcome these hurdles together. I look forward to speaking with you soon.

Dr. Bita Tebyani is a licensed Psychologist in Beverly Hills, California. Her Practice includes Couple's Psychotherapy and Individual Psychotherapy for Adults, Adolescents and Children. Bita Tebyani, Psy.D specializes in Substance Abuse and Addiction recovery, Eating Disorders, Trauma, Grief Recovery, Depression and Anxiety, Divorce Recovery, High Conflict Situation, Relationship Problems, Reunification Therapy. Dr. Tebyani is certified in EMDR. She has experience in working with children with special needs, ADHD and Autism Spectrum and offers Consultation for Parenting and Co-Parenting matters. In addition to her Private Practice, Bita Tebyani, Psy.D. is a Child Custody Mediator and trained in Forensic Psychology. Dr. Bita Tebyani can be retained for Expert Witness Services.

My practice is a unique type of practice. I am a firm believer that 2 heads are better than one. So, I have decided to form a group network of therapists who collaborate together to provide the best services that we can offer! We do more than just one therapist can do alone. I hired a team of licensed therapists who could work together, each offering a unique perspective, training and expertise, enabling us all to be able to provide you with better trained, skilled and experienced clinicians because we cross-train each other! We discuss case issues and collaborate to offer superior services to our clientele! For example, I am the owner and director of LA Therapy Network. I am a feminist therapist, have special knowledge and experience helping women in transitions and transitional ages, am expert in the treatment of trauma and trauma related syndromes, and I have over 25 years working with alternative families, adolescents, women and various sexual and gender variant communities. I am especially knowledgeable about women's issues, sex crimes, impact of sudden deaths, teen issues and the GLBTQI communities. I am trained in the treatment of extreme forms of trauma and chronic, repeated abuse/violence. If you are a person dealing with rape, incest or sexual abuse/violence for example, I am ideal therapist to contact. However I don't have as much experience in the treatment of couples, but I do have 2 therapists who are excellent at treating couples! So, if you are a gay male couple who is seeking a sensitive therapist who has an expertise in trauma you may seek me out. I will consult with my colleagues who treat couples to ensure that I am providing you with better care. I have ready access to therapists who are more knowledgeable and thus you benefit! Whereas if I were in practice on my own, you'd be left to getting only my knowledge and you'd have to hope I knew enough about what I was doing. This is really the truth about individual private practices. A therapist only is as good as his/her training. And let’s face it, there is only so much one can focus their training on. Thus... a group network of therapists makes all of us better! I make sure that every therapist here has different training, expertise and approaches and understandings of how to help clients. That way we all benefit... and that means we can pass our skills as a team onto you! It’s like getting an entire skilled clinical team of experts in one therapist! In addition, let’s say there are situations where I want to refer you out to seek additional services. Often I am just going to refer you to another member of my team. That way you are going to get a better chance of us collaborating closely together! Not so if I were just working on my own. I'd send you out to another professional who is working solo as well. The truth is we won't talk a lot. That means you as the customer get less than ideal care. That’s the whole idea of why I formed LATN, LA Therapy Network!

My practice is a unique type of practice. I am a firm believer that 2 heads are better than one. So, I have decided to form a group network of therapists who collaborate together to provide the best services that we can offer! We do more than just one therapist can do alone. I hired a team of licensed therapists who could work together, each offering a unique perspective, training and expertise, enabling us all to be able to provide you with better trained, skilled and experienced clinicians because we cross-train each other! We discuss case issues and collaborate to offer superior services to our clientele! For example, I am the owner and director of LA Therapy Network. I am a feminist therapist, have special knowledge and experience helping women in transitions and transitional ages, am expert in the treatment of trauma and trauma related syndromes, and I have over 25 years working with alternative families, adolescents, women and various sexual and gender variant communities. I am especially knowledgeable about women's issues, sex crimes, impact of sudden deaths, teen issues and the GLBTQI communities. I am trained in the treatment of extreme forms of trauma and chronic, repeated abuse/violence. If you are a person dealing with rape, incest or sexual abuse/violence for example, I am ideal therapist to contact. However I don't have as much experience in the treatment of couples, but I do have 2 therapists who are excellent at treating couples! So, if you are a gay male couple who is seeking a sensitive therapist who has an expertise in trauma you may seek me out. I will consult with my colleagues who treat couples to ensure that I am providing you with better care. I have ready access to therapists who are more knowledgeable and thus you benefit! Whereas if I were in practice on my own, you'd be left to getting only my knowledge and you'd have to hope I knew enough about what I was doing. This is really the truth about individual private practices. A therapist only is as good as his/her training. And let’s face it, there is only so much one can focus their training on. Thus... a group network of therapists makes all of us better! I make sure that every therapist here has different training, expertise and approaches and understandings of how to help clients. That way we all benefit... and that means we can pass our skills as a team onto you! It’s like getting an entire skilled clinical team of experts in one therapist! In addition, let’s say there are situations where I want to refer you out to seek additional services. Often I am just going to refer you to another member of my team. That way you are going to get a better chance of us collaborating closely together! Not so if I were just working on my own. I'd send you out to another professional who is working solo as well. The truth is we won't talk a lot. That means you as the customer get less than ideal care. That’s the whole idea of why I formed LATN, LA Therapy Network!

Would you like to heal from the struggles blocking healthy relationships with yourself and others? Are you seeking personal growth in order to promote and nurture peace and love in your life? My intention is to guide you in calming fears and accessing your strengths. I utilize a wholistic approach in order to promote emotional healing and well-being through psychotherapy.

Do you feel that your life is out of control? Do you feel misunderstood? Are you worried about the way your child or teenager is behaving? Do you wish things could be different? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, then you’re not alone. Many of us experience ups and downs, and perhaps you’re experiencing more downs than ups. So how do you change that? Sometimes all it takes is one or two changes to get your life moving in a more positive direction. Together, we can figure out the changes that you can comfortably make to achieve a more fulfilling relationship, or to have a better understanding of your child or teenager, so that you will experience a sense of calm and happiness in your everyday life. I can also meet with your child or teen, individually or in a group setting and help them with issues such as: anger management, bullying, depression, socialization skills, and drugs & alcohol abuse. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I have created a therapy system called OM Rhythm Therapy, using hand drums and small percussion instruments, which I use with children and adults. I also play the didgeridoo, an Australian Aborigine instrument which is one of the oldest instruments known. The didgeridoo induces a meditative state, as well as a form of vibrational healing.

Are you having more intense feelings lately? Tired of trying so hard? Have you lost your creative edge and become too resigned to routine? Life changes. . . even something positive such as a new marriage, child or job can create unfamiliar situations and energies. Anxiety, confusion, irritability or emptiness are signs that its time to check in with yourself. Therapy is often about creating time each week to reflect, question, and evaluate what's going on for you. Many highly sensitive, gifted and talented people have come to pursue what is next with their self understanding and relationship to others. Executives, designers, educators, artists, entrepreneurs, innovators, helping professionals and others have returned over the years to develop further awareness and skills from as far away as Santa Monica, Rancho Palos Verdes, Westlake, La Verne and Downtown LA. Video counseling is available for residents of California (except for psychotherapy). Real-life issues can crop up for those who have emigrated, immigrated, or re-entered the US (within in the last two generations). I have first-hand experience with all three situations and have worked successfully with diplomats, peace corps workers, missionaries and expatriates.

Do you feel that your life is out of control? Do you feel misunderstood? Are you worried about the way your child or teenager is behaving? Do you wish things could be different? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, then you’re not alone. Many of us experience ups and downs, and perhaps you’re experiencing more downs than ups. So how do you change that? Sometimes all it takes is one or two changes to get your life moving in a more positive direction. Together, we can figure out the changes that you can comfortably make to achieve a more fulfilling relationship, or to have a better understanding of your child or teenager, so that you will experience a sense of calm and happiness in your everyday life. I can also meet with your child or teen, individually or in a group setting and help them with issues such as: anger management, bullying, depression, socialization skills, and drugs & alcohol abuse. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I have created a therapy system called OM Rhythm Therapy, using hand drums and small percussion instruments, which I use with children and adults. I also play the didgeridoo, an Australian Aborigine instrument which is one of the oldest instruments known. The didgeridoo induces a meditative state, as well as a form of vibrational healing.

Are you looking to make a positive change in your life but not quite sure what or how? Are there transitions in your life and you are unsure of how to cope with them? Do you have children and adolescents that you are finding hard to relate to? Do you feel stressed because of everything life throws at you? As your clinician, I want to work together to find a solution to these challenges. As humans, we should not have to deal with daily stress as a part of our lives and we shouldn’t have to figure it out all on our own. I specialize in working with children and adolescents. These two age populations are crucial in human development. During these stages of life, children experience many confusing emotions that relate to self identity, peer relationships, family relationships, life transitions and school. Working with children that range from 2-18 years old has allowed me to develop my knowledge with this delicate population. Working with children and adolescents, I have been trained to use different theoretical approaches, that which includes systemic, cognitive behavioral, postmodern, and humanistic. I also have experience working in the school setting providing counseling support and working within special education. My role is to provide support not only to the child, but also to the parents and family.

Are you hurting and feeling alone, with painful or damaged relationships due to trauma you (or your children) have endured? Do you wonder if life can ever be different or if there is hope for you? YOU ARE NOT ALONE. THERE IS HOPE. Welcome to Tamar Counseling Sevices. I specialize in helping you resolve traumatic and painful experiences from a trauma-informed lens, within a neurobiological and attachment framework. I am certified and experienced in EMDR, an empirically validated treatment approach with the highest success rate in treatment of trauma. I am also trained in and provide Brainspotting, another sub-cortical trauma treatment approach that emerged from EMDR. I am a certified yoga teacher with specialized training in Trauma Sensitive Yoga, an evidence-based somatic treatment which helps to ground and empower survivors of chronic abuse. The approach we take with your treatment will be tailored to your specific needs, strengths, interest, and comfort through collaborative discussion and as you feel ready. It is my passion to help others grow from victim to victorious survivor, helping you to resolve dissonance between your beliefs and your experiences, facilitate harmony between thoughts and emotions, and create empowerment by strengthening internal and external supports. I have walked this road, and I have helped many others navigate successfully and safely down this seemingly unsurpassable road, too. Healing is possible. Freedom awaits at the other side.

As a psychotherapist serving Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Laguna Beach and Newport Coast I work with couples and individuals who are experiencing relationship problems, depression, anxiety, grief, effects of trauma, and marital issues. Change does not occur easily and yet I continue to be inspired each day by the courage and motivation of the people I work with to challenge patterns that repeatedly cause heartache and turmoil, the effects of trauma from the past, and the problematic issues of daily living. No matter what the issue is, the most important aspect of therapy is developing a comfortable and trusting relationship with your therapist. I work in a way that provides that for each of my patients. So, If you're tired of the way your life is going, or if there are certain aspects that you know need some attention, I'd like to talk with you to see how I may be able to support you through your therapeutic process. I am caring, understanding and easy to talk to, and I provide a safe, comfortable place for you. I specialize in helping people live more fulfilling lives in their family, relationships and worklife. I also help people with increasing their confidence, as well as working through the effects of trauma, and issues from the past.

Psychotherapy Associates has been in existence for about 20 years. We began in Garden Grove and have since moved to Anaheim. We are located at 1333 S. Euclid Street in Anaheim. Our main goal is to help you with your mental health. Our facility is very comfortable with low lighting and soft ambiance for your comfort. We create a safe place for you to be vulnerable so that you can get the help you need.. We also offer anger management, life skills, relapse prevention, alcohol evaluations for out of state DUI's and peer groups.