I am a licensed psychologist in California with over 30 years of professional work experience. I have helped clients with a variety of concerns, including relationship issues, family conflicts, childhood trauma, problems with motivation, self-esteem/confidence and career difficulties. My experience has come from a wide variety of settings, including private practice, community mental health-outpatient and inpatient, school administration, and prison populations. I have provided individual, couple, family and group therapy to adolescents and adults. In terms of my personal approach to therapy, I understand that when people are seeking therapy, they ultimately want to live a happier and more gratifying life. I provide a safe place for you to feel unjudged, listened to and supported. We work together to help you gain clarity and insight into your current personal issues and when appropriate, insight into childhood influences. You will set obtainable goals and learn skills to help you to accomplish them and move forward in your life. I believe you are the expert of your story, and you have many strengths that will assist you in identifying and overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step in seeking a happier life takes courage and I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Adoption and foster care, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Psychodynamic Therapy
CA Psychologist 18055
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Billie Ivra. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I’ve already written a review for Dr. Ivra, but I’ll do it again because she’s amazing. I feel so fortunate to have found her on BetterHelp. It’s really important to find a good therapist match. She is smart, friendly, experienced, direct when she needs to be. I would recommend her highly.
Written on Oct 06, 2024 after therapy with Billie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Ivra makes me feel seen, heard, and valued. She is an advocate of my personal healing, growth, and happiness. I feel safe when sharing my past traumas and current challenges. She provides compassionate and pragmatic guidance. Her professional expertise in inner child therapy adds to the effectiveness of her treatment as she appreciates the interconnectedness of our cognitive and emotional lives.
Written on Sep 26, 2024 after therapy with Billie for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Best therapist!
Written on Sep 23, 2024 after therapy with Billie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Ivra is the best. Therapy with her isn’t only productive but it’s fun and I always walk away in a better mood.
Written on Sep 01, 2024 after therapy with Billie for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coaching
Having Dr. Ivra really shifted my initial perception of therapy.
Over time, not only has she encouraged me to continue opening up and resolving internal issues, but she's also encouraged my personal development in other areas like a recent professional exam.
She's a delightful human and well-versed in her profession.
Written on Aug 12, 2024 after therapy with Billie for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr. Ivra isn't just an excellent listener, she's practical. You will feel like you are talking to an old friend, only this friend is fully invested in your well being.
Written on Jul 18, 2024 after therapy with Billie for 1 month on issues concerning family conflicts, and self esteem