Mental Health Counselor / Therapist in Agoura Hills, CA
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Shirley O. Kauffman, PhD., MFC
Helping People Improve Relationships
Olive Branch Relationship Counseling
Location
28035 Dorothy Drive   
Suite 120   
Agoura HillsCA 91301
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Practice Information
Are you in a troubled relationship with your spouse, children, friends or co-workers? Are you feeling anxious? Depressed? Scared? Suffering from a poor self image? I can help you discover new ways to improve your relationships and love your life.

I specialize in helping married and unmarried partners, parents and their children, adoptees, business owners and employees with relationship issues and problems. I work with those contemplating, navigating through or recovering from divorce and with teenagers who are struggling at home and in school. My style is supportive encouraging and relaxed, yet straight forward when you need me to be. I will listen to your special circumstances, help you gain perspective and give you the tools and confidence you need to make wanted changes.

I am a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors and can help clients who are struggling to incorporate their faith into their decision making process and ultimately into their emotional wellness.

The good news is...you really can feel better! I believe in helping you reach your goals by building confidence, teaching you to communicate more effectively and helping you discover a sense of purpose. You will learn what you were never taught about how to create successful relationships and get what you want and need from them.

In our sessions, you will know what it feels like to be heard, understood and accepted in a safe environment. Together, we will work on overcoming the negative thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are interfering with your happiness and will find solutions to your specific life challenges.

Click on my newsletters link at the top right of this page and you will see various issues that have been covered over the years. Each newsletter includes suggestions on actions you can take to make things better. Sometimes this is easier said than done and I can help you take these actions. If you wish to receive a copy of my newsletters, 6 times per year, just let me know by e-mail and I will be happy to send them to you.

The decision to begin counseling can be difficult. It is also the first step toward creating change in your life. All you need to do today is call to make an appointment. Then we can get you started on your road to feeling better.

I look forward to speaking with you.
Licenses/Certifications
 Certified Marriage, Family, and Child Counselor (MFCC)
License Info
MFC 31579
Education
Doctorate in Psychology - 1998
California Graduate Institute, Westwood, CA
Masters Degree in Psychology - 1994
California Graduate Institute, Westwood, CA
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration - 1984
California State University, Fullerton, CA


Specialized Training & Certificates:
Christian Counseling - 2004
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - 1998
Bio:
My passion as a Marriage and Family Counselor is to help individuals, couples and families resolve and improve relationships at home and at work.

With sensitivity and compassion, I work with each client to help them build on their strengths to identify and achieve life goals and to feel comfortable in their own lives. My treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. I blend conventional and alternatives approaches and draw upon a variety of styles and techniques including "Insight Oriented" and "Cognitive Behavioral" therapies to incorporate what will be most beneficial for each client.

I have been married for over 20 years and have a young daughter and married step-son. I am well educated professionally and personally when it comes to marriage relationships and blended family issues. As an adoptive parent I am also interested in helping adoptees, and all involved, deal with the delicate issues of adoption. In my prior career I owned and managed a family business with 150 employees and understand the complexities and ramifications of workplace demands and relationships. I have extensive experience working with unions. I can help you navigate through workplace difficulties.

I am a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors and take my faith seriously. My values and beliefs are part of who I am and how I work with my clients.
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Payments Accepted
Cash, check, credit cards, pay pal
Hours
Monday-Friday 9am - 2pm, Monday & Thursday evenings
Cost/Session
125.00
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
 Therapy
 Adoption
 Anger Management
 Anxiety and Panic
 Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
 Body Image Issues
 Caregiver Issues
 Chronic Illness
 Couples
 Depression
 Divorce
 Eating Disorders
 Grief and Loss
 Life and Wellness Coaching
 Life Transitions
 Loneliness
 Marriage & Family Therapy
 Marriage Counseling
 Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
 Online / Teletherapy
 Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
 Premarital Counseling
 Relationship Issues
 Religious Counseling
 Self-Esteem Issues
 Seniors and Elder Care Issues
 Stress Management
 Trauma and PTSD
 Women's Issues
 Work and Career Issues
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