Therapists in West Whittier, CA
Dr. Carol Schmidt
Clinician
License Type(s): Ph.D., LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment
Do you feel isolated and alone, trying to cope with the ramifications of Covid19? Are you struggling, worrying about your family, your job, and the future? Do you have feelings and thoughts that trouble you? Emotional stress has known effects on physical health, so maybe now is the time to take care of yourself and sort things out. I am an energetic, approachable, and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with an MSW from UCLA and a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from USC. I have 10+ years of experience providing integrative psychological therapy, treating anxiety, depression, relationship, and family conflict, as well as grief. I utilize CBT, Psychodynamic, Positive Psychology, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Psychotherapy improves awareness of needs, appreciation of strengths, and a deeper understanding of stressors. I look forward to helping you feel better and I feel confident that you will meet your personal therapeutic goals. We will work together as a collaborative team to improve your overall life satisfaction.
Susan Garner
Clinician
License Type(s): MA,LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesDepression
20 years offering treatment
I bring many years of clinical experience, my personal life experiences, and professional training to my work with clients. I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over 18 years, working with clients from 17-70+ years of age, including individuals, families, couples (including same sex couples), and those from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. The common denominator in my work with every client is the depth of my commitment to their healing and personal growth. Together we will define your objectives and goals. The kinds of problems that each individual brings into therapy are often complicated and not usually neatly categorized. Human beings are complex and though many areas of functioning may be impacted, the source of these often result from a core emotional or psychological injury, or a traumatic event. Sometimes dysfunctional family of origin dynamics have adversely impacted our ability to have healthy, high functioning relationships and we need to learn new skills. For some, therapy can help to improve performance with personal goals. Whatever it is that you are seeking help with, it is well understood that the first step toward changing anything is in identifying the problem. Whatever your objectives my be (even when these are not clearly identified or understood), I am confident that I can help you gain clarity and work towards achieving whatever your goals may be. Therapy has been described as the "talking" cure and sometimes the very act of talking or sharing of experience and feelings with an experienced professional can help...help in the moment to not feel so alone or crazy, and in the long run, to have the clarity, confidence and self-esteem to create a life by design. Studies have shown that there are two important factors in determining the success of therapy: 1) the client's perception of the therapists skills and knowledge and 2) the relationship, or therapeutic alliance, between therapist and client. I offer you my respect, compassion and acceptance. I have studied a variety therapy disciplines and blend traditions from the East (mindfulness, insight-oriented therapy) and West (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-CBT), somatic body-mind centered, and psychodynamic approaches to effectively address individual needs and differences. I have successfully worked with: relationships, marital problems, self-esteem, communication skills, healthy boundaries, self-esteem and self-confidence, mood disorders, co-dependency, unresolved traumas, anxiety, changing counter-productive patterns, life transitions including loss of loved ones, divorce, blended families.
Cindy Llora
Clinician
License Type(s): LMFT,Arizona
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesCoping with life changes
14 years offering treatment
About Me I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT). I am licensed in Arizona and California. At this time I am providing therapy for Arizona only. I've been working in the counseling field for about 12 years. I have counseling expertise in the following areas; addiction, trauma, grief and loss, family conflict and relationships. I have worked with Individuals and Families in addiction and alcoholism. I have worked with PTSD and Trauma with Vietnam Veterans. I also have worked with dual diagnosed populations. The modalities I use are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Client Centered, Narrative, Mindfulness and Solutions oriented. I also incorporate and use music lyrics and song writing with addiction, trauma and grief clients. Educational Credentials: University of Phoenix, MA in Counseling Psychology California State at Northridge, BA in Psychology Licensed with Arizona State, BBHE LMFT #15462 Are you having challenges with negative memories or negative thoughts running through your mind, or telling yourself the same story over and over again, therapy can help you re-create a new story, make sense out of those old memories, and create new thoughts to replace the old thoughts. I find it to be an honor to be able to work with clients, so as to help you create a healthier and more balanced life. I look forward to working with you soon!
Dr. Jeff Walker
Clinician
License Type(s): DMin,PsyD
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment
My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. My education includes a B.S. in Psychology, an M.A. in Professional Counseling and a PsyD in Clinical Psychology, in addition to my Theological training, which concluded with a Doctor of Ministry degree. I will draw from my experience from decades of Pastoral Counseling and 16 years as a psychologist to create a comfortable, supportive and highly personalized approach tailored to your needs to help attain your personal growth goals.
Maria Madrigal
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteem
27 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 27 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I have worked issues of abandonment, shame, identity, rejection and relationship issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Jennifer Buer
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Dr. Adrianne Bliss-Williams
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
10 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Karen Banea
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
5 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Illinois with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with a wide range of issues including stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & depression. I also have experience working with people coping with life changes and associated concerns. I have worked in a variety of settings including employee assistance, outpatient mental health clinics, and schools, and have worked with clients ranging in age from young children to adults. I believe strongly in approaching every client from a place of non-judgment and compassion, and my style in therapy is warm and attentive. I primarily operate from a person-centered perspective, but often combine cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and attachment-centered approaches as well, depending on your particular needs. I also believe in keeping a sense of humor in session- don't be afraid to laugh or joke with me! I respect the courage that it takes to seek therapy and open up about difficult subjects, and I feel honored to be part of that journey with my clients. I look forward to working with you!
Lori Montross Thomas
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
10 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with grief, coping with loss, coping with life changes, executive coaching, & professional coaching. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Romie Nottage
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
8 years offering treatment
Hello! My name is Romie and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Psychology has been my passion since a very young age, and I always knew I would end up in this work. For the past 8+ years I have been extremely active in Community Mental Health. I have mainly worked with individuals experiencing homelessness, incarceration, and/or substance use. I have worked in various settings, but mostly in San Francisco. Working within our communities have made me who I am today as a therapist, and as a person. In just the past few months, I have decided that after over a decade in Community Mental Health, it is time to start my own Private Practice. My training is mostly in complex trauma which has allowed me to learn so many things, and work with so many people. I am a true believer that we are all one crisis away from what we perceive as a really tough spot. All experiences are valid, and we all deserve spaces in our life that are a soft, and supportive places to land. What is therapy like with me? I beat to my own drum, and have a very fluid therapeutic style. First and foremost, I want to get to know you. Our connection is what informs me on how to support you best. Therapy is not a solo journey, it is a collaborative process, and while I have "skills" to support you, your experience is one that needs to be individualized and created for YOU. That is my approach. I utilize various therapeutic orientations, depending on the presenting issues and relationship we build. Some people like a more expressive and creative way to learn about themselves, others enjoy storytelling and narrative work. I almost always like to sprinkle in Gestalt work, and utilize Attachment Theory to ground myself in most therapeutic relationships. I am also a big proponent of Internal Family Systems (IFS), and love the fundamental teachings of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Overall, I would label my style as a Humanistic approach. I am currently in a stage of my career where I want to hone in on all of the amazing work I have done in the field, and continue to polish my own treatment modality that I created while receiving my Masters. It is called Transformative Recovery through Evolutionary Exploration, T.R.E.E. Work for short. This modality is a "smoothie" of various clinical orientations, and it's sole intention is to cultivate self-identity. T.R.E.E. Work was created when I worked with men re-entering into society after 25+ years of incarceration who were struggling with opiate dependence. However, throughout the years T.R.E.E. Work has been so helpful for anyone who has a desire to understand the beauty of their own individuality. It is restorative, and transformative. If I sound like a good fit for you, I can't wait to hear from you! I am here to support your growth in your own beautiful way.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in West Whittier?
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Mental health therapists in West Whittier available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. West Whittier therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, West Whittier therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the West Whittier region and in the state of California.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in West Whittier can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in West Whittier may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in West Whittier offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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