Find a Therapist near La Canada Flintridge, CA

Whether you're processing trauma, stress, or emotional pain, I'm here to guide you at your pace with compassion and lasting healing. You don't have to carry it alone, and in 4-6 sessions, most people experience real relief. I use eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), internal family systems (IFS), and talk therapy to get you to a better place inside. You will leave with tools to better manage whatever comes up in your life. I am a clinical psychologist with over 30 years of practice. I have worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), relational challenges, and life transitions. I work with children, teens, and adults. I know starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you're worried it will take a long time to feel better. I can help you find relief quickly, with long-lasting results.

My approach to healing is rooted in creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and culturally sensitive space where clients can freely explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. I believe that healing begins with feeling truly heard and understood, which is why I take a compassionate, client-centered approach tailored to each person’s unique needs and background. I integrate person-centered therapy, which emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and empowerment, helping clients reconnect with their inner strengths. Narrative therapy allows clients to reshape the stories they tell about themselves, fostering a more positive and resilient sense of identity. For those struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma, I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and trauma-focused interventions, providing practical tools to manage emotions and build coping strategies. As a bilingual therapist fluent in Mandarin and English, I am especially mindful of the role that culture, identity, and intergenerational expectations play in mental health. Many individuals from Asian backgrounds face stigma around seeking therapy, and I strive to break down barriers by offering a supportive and culturally informed approach. Whether working with children, adolescents, young adults, couples, or families, I tailor therapy to align with each client’s values, strengths, and personal journey. Healing is not a one-size-fits-all process. My goal is to meet each client where they are, guiding them toward greater self-awareness, emotional well-being, and meaningful change. I believe that every person deserves to feel heard, valued, and supported, and I am honored to be part of that journey.

It's completely normal to have concerns about your sexuality, even if they might feel uncommon. In this country, discussions about sexuality can still be seen as sensitive, and this is true even in cities like Los Angeles, where diverse expressions of identity can sometimes face stigma. Remember, it's essential to find confidence and comfort within your own desires and identity. You deserve to live authentically without constantly worrying about others' opinions. Therapy is a helpful way to untangle the stories you tell yourself and rebuild your self-esteem. The confusion and stress surrounding sexuality don't have to linger – there's always hope for a more positive outlook!

Welcome. I’m so glad you’re here. If you’ve been feeling stuck in patterns of stress, self-doubt, or unhealthy relationship dynamics, you're not alone. As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals who are struggling with emotional overwhelm, self-doubt, and challenging relational dynamics. If you feel disconnected from your true self, find yourself overextending in relationships, or feel stuck in unhelpful patterns, I can help. My clients are people who want to break free from limiting beliefs, heal from past experiences, and create more fulfilling, authentic lives and relationships. My approach is integrative and holistic, blending EMDR, Gestalt, mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. These modalities work together to help you process past trauma, cultivate self-awareness, connect with the present moment and develop healthier emotional habits. I’ll support you in understanding how past experiences impact your present life. My goal is to provide trauma-informed support and empower you to leave unhelpful dynamics behind and step into your most authentic self with confidence and clarity. If what I offer resonates with you, I invite you to call or email me to schedule a free 20 minute consultation. Let's begin the journey together.

If you’re looking for life to get easier then you have found the right profile! My personal and professional experience have taught me how to help my clients achieve exactly that. My clients generally find me to be compassionate, knowledgeable, non-judge mental, and easy to connect with. Before I was a psychotherapist I was a client myself and have since recovered from the majority of what I struggled with and it is my intention to help you do the same. I specialize in the areas that I have personal experience with: trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, and codependency. Dealing with these issues can be scary, difficult, and confusing, but with the right guide this process can be made significantly easier leading to an increased quality of life. I encourage you to reach out and book an appointment or consultation with me to find out if we are a good match.

Life stories are sometimes saturated in trauma, my hope is to help find positive narratives that assist peoples healing through their resilience. My dedication to 'lived in experiences' bridges new beginnings through a journey of strengths. My practice is a general practice for all individuals, couples and families. Through post-modern modalities and EMDR therapy I help individuals address layers of trauma, multigenerational trauma and current life issues. With life stories that can be saturated in trauma, my hope is to help people on their journey of the 'authentic self'. As an advocate for LGBTQ+ equality throughout life, I am a specialized sex and gender affirmative therapist. As an affirmative therapist I believe in creating a therapeutic safe space for Sex-Positivity, sex work, non-monogamy & Kink Allied communities. I am extremely pleased to be a part of the affirmative therapy movement through postmodern modalities, addiction specialized and I utilize EMDR for trauma & PTSD.

In my practice as a therapist I use the research on what works to help my clients get the outcomes they want: better relationships, managed anxiety, less depression, and more control over life. I pursued a few paths in life before my career in mental health. I studied Modern Literature at the University of California, Santa Cruz. I worked for years as a math, science and SAT tutor. I trained and competed extensively in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. My approach as a therapist is multidisciplinary, drawing on my previous experience coaching and educating adolescents and adults in athletic and academic environments. Every client has unique needs so I do not limit our work into any single modality. I blend a variety of techniques to create a customized approach to treatment for each individual. The primary modalities I draw influence from are cognitive behavioral, humanistic, and dynamic psychotherapy. Whether you’re meeting with me as your first time entering therapy or have sought out help in the past and are looking for the right match for your journey moving forward, this is an exciting step to take! Therapy is a place to develop and apply philosophy to get to a different place than we are able to get on our own. I'm excited to join you!

Emotional discontent, unpleasant thoughts, and feeling stuck are our mind's way of telling us that something internal needs tending to. As your therapist, we will work together to heal the parts of you that need attention. My approach to therapy is to provide a collaborative, judgment-free, and honest space where we can explore your inner world, gain insight into your patterns, and find new ways of being. My style is open and curious, and I use my attentive personality to create a space where you can be truly seen and heard. I tailor sessions a meet your unique needs and frequently engage in clinical study to ensure you are getting high-quality care from therapy. People of all race, culture, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and ability backgrounds are affirmed in my practice. I am an affinity therapist for LGBTQ+ folks.

Do you find yourself feeling irritated and let down in relationships but drawn in at the same time? Do you feel guilty, or like you must be doing something wrong? Perhaps you question yourself and wonder, what do other?s really think of me? Are you experiencing anxiety, tension and fatigue? Perhaps you have found things that provide some distraction but the feelings seem to always be simmering under the surface. I help woman struggling with relationships find a path out of waiting and hoping for an outcome and into a more empowered state of being. I understand these feelings and help women strengthen their sense of self and create deeper more meaningful relationships. Call me to set up a free 15-minute phone consultation. You can do this!

Are you experiencing overwhelming feelings, struggling with anxiety, depression, or in your relationships? Or maybe you feel that past negative life experiences continually disrupt your ability to positively engage in your life? I want you to know that I find nothing more satisfying than helping you to find stability and supporting you as you develop and embrace the fulfilling life that you deserve. Therapy with me will be a warm, safe, and trusting space in which you can open up and be your true self. I will help you increase your positive coping strategies, while developing your self-understanding, self-acceptance, and communication and relationship skills. I am also a Certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist. This is an extensively researched and evidence based treatment, which is recommended by the World Health Organization to resolve negative life experiences, trauma, and PTSD, to help you find faster and more lasting resolution and healing. EMDR can quickly reduce the negative effects of painful or traumatic experiences by accessing your own natural ability to heal. I also have training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. I help couples who are experiencing communication, trust, or other challenges in their relationships. As we work together, I will encourage curiosity instead of judgment, support you in finding and strengthening your inner voice, help you clearly identify and express thoughts and feelings, and foster your increased conscious awareness of your inner workings. Let's work together to understand how you learned to cope earlier in your life, and how some of those strategies may not be as helpful anymore, and then how you can make the changes that you want. My experience includes more than ten years of working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families dealing with a wide range of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, life transitions, griefloss, parenting, physical andor sexual abuse, emotional abuse, low self-esteem, and others.

Hi there! I want to give you a warm welcome. I work with individuals who are navigating the complexities of being human. My clients often feel stuck in perfectionist patterns, overwhelmed by internal pressure, or weighed down by painful relational experiences. I have a special focus on supporting high-achieving folks, specifically student-athletes and emerging adults. As a former collegiate athlete myself, I can empathize with the unique pressures. I work with clients facing burnout, injury, identity shifts, and the transition out of sport - as well as those healing from sports-related trauma, including the long-term effects of high-pressure or harmful coaching dynamics. My approach is warm, collaborative, and LGBTQIA+ affirming. Together, we’ll explore what’s beneath the surface: the beliefs you’ve internalized, the roles you’ve taken on, and the parts of yourself that want to be seen and understood. Additionally, I provide testing for ADHD Evaluations and Psychodiagnostic Assessments to individuals across the lifespan. My work is grounded in relational and psychodynamic approaches, informed by trauma theory and a deep belief in the healing power of connection. I’m here to walk with you—not to “fix” you—but to help you reconnect with yourself in deeper, more compassionate ways. If any of this resonates, I’d love to connect over a free consultation call!

My approach begins with a real conversation that builds on itself to create rapport and trust with the individual or couple so that we can feel comfortable while talking about difficult and challenging personal matters. I am curious to find out what specifically the person or couple came to therapy for? What are they curious about, wanting to explore or change or confront in themselves or their relationship? We then flesh this out, to get a fuller and more detailed picture of their issues. We formulate 1, 2 or 3 priorities to focus. My therapeutic approach involves a psycho-dynamic and emotion focused approach, that sets out to understand the source of the problem, how it developed and how it's being habitually maintained? From here we begin to develop creative strategies on how to address and interrupt these patterns and replace them with healthier ways of being? I am particularly interested in accessing the individual'scouple's habitual ways of thinking, feeling and behaving that reinforces the very problems and patterns that they want to change. This provides us with an experiential understanding and knowing of how they have come to be where they are. We are then much better equipped to address their emotional triggers and negative feedback loops (blaming communication-patterns). We work together to develop a deeper more vulnerable way for the individualcouple to talk and listen to one another, a more reliable and skillful means of relating from themselves to their loved ones. As the therapy progresses the individual or members of a couple learn to find their courage and trust in the process to confront 'old deep hurts and angers,' within themselves or their relationship, and learn how to more constructively navigate these troubled areas.