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Psychotherapy in its very core is the professional relationship between you and your therapist (me). In the beginning of therapy, the first few sessions typically, we consult, develop a clinical assessment and identify your personal mental health goals. As we move forward, we address your mental health needs, your concerns, thoughts and feelings and move in the direction of attaining your clinical goals. In order to truly benefit from psychotherapy you will need to be an active participant and feel comfortable discussing your most guarded "secrets." My focus is to provide you with the best clinical care in an environment that cultivates exploration, introspection and trust.

Are you struggling with stress overload, anxiety, or depression? Are you going through a difficult life transition? Psychotherapy can help. In my work in psychotherapy, I bring a balance of respectful, empathetic listening, and introduction of skills and strategies. We would work collaboratively together to determine which approaches would work best for you. There are many Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) tools to choose from. Some are faster working, while others work more gradually, taking smaller steps. Would you like to feel less anxious, less depressed, less overwhelmed? Take the first step today. Call me for a short phone interview to see if I might be the right therapist for you.

Are you struggling with anxiety? As a compassionate, strengths-based psychologist , I'm here to help. I specialize in stress and anxiety disorders. Clients who have worked with me report that they feel the best they have felt in their entire lives. I can help you to gain confidence on a level you've never experienced before. Call me 24/7 to book an appointment. Click or text (949)791-7127.

Are you struggling with insomnia, or worrying constantly? Do you have a traumatic event in your past that is haunting you? Have your relationships become difficult to manage? Are you concerned about your effectiveness as a parent? Is your family in a constant state of conflict and unable to effectively communicate? Psychotherapy is an effective way for helping individuals and families better cope with these circumstances, as well as other overwhelming life events and concerns. Working with individuals and families to create a safe where they can work through their challenges and develop strategies for a more fulfilling life.

I think that psychotherapy is a great way to unearth the difficult patterns from our past that bog us down. I really believe that psychotherapy will help clients to discover who they are truly meant to be through the processes of discussing their family of origin and the dynamics that occurred. I've seen clients struggling with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, and much more greatly benefit from psychotherapy.

Many people believe that psychotherapy takes a lifetime. In truth change can take place in an instant, although one may choose to participate in a lifetime of psychotherapy to continue to grow and evolve. Trained and certified in the Viscott Method and a frequent guest on the Dr. Phil show, Dr. Gary can help you find solutions to your problems with clarity and ease. Feel free to call my office for a free 15 minute telephone consultation at 800-474-1445.

Psychotherapy is an exploration of the internal world of the client, using that person's external experiences as a clue to what the person has experienced and believes about him or herself. When people discuss their life histories and their present difficulties I work with them to understand what the connections are, what they may be reliving and what may be preventing them from making positive and healthier choices and changes in their lives. The focus is on the present, using the past as a source of important information. Most clients experience a new, freer and stronger sense of themselves and a better ability to deal with their relationships and with life's unpredictable events.

Psychotherapy can be a frightening word because “psycho” brings up images of Norman Bates and he is certainly someone none of us want to be associated with. The truth is that psychotherapy is just a fancy word for counseling. If “therapy” is used alone, people ask if it is physical therapy, occupational therapy, etc. A prefix was needed to distinguish it from other therapies and unfortunately “psycho” was chosen. Please don’t let the word stop you from seeking any necessary help you may be seeking. Needing help doesn’t mean you are crazy or that you are weak. We all need help at various stages of our lives and if you are in need now, please let me assist you. Call me at 714-751-0888.

I believe in showing my clients empathy, compassion, and unconditional positive regard. There is no script to follow. It is simply listening, holding space, withholding judgement, emotionally connecting, and communicating the incredibly healing message of, "You are not alone." My approach to helping is to show up authentically, without judgment and provide unconditional acceptance and guidance in the therapy room. My philosophy regarding psychotherapy is that healing happens in a warm and safe therapeutic relationship. What I find most important is creating a space between the therapist and client that is sacred, unique, very honest, and above all, compassionate. I use down to earth examples and exercises as a way to approach the healing process...(view profile to read more)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a specialized form of therapy that focuses on a person's thoughts and beliefs, and how they influence a person's emotions and actions. As a client, you will learn how to identify distorted or unhelpful thinking patterns, recognize and change inaccurate beliefs, relate to others in more positive ways, and change behaviors accordingly. CBT's ability to help change a person's thinking to be more adaptive, effective, and healthy, while helping them change unhealthy behavior patterns, will lead to the alleviation of symptoms and an improved quality of life.

My approach to psychotherapy is to view your problems through the lens of relationships. I believe we were created for relationships and psychotherapy is helpful to solve relationship problems. My approach is in utilizing attachment and object relations theory to help you define both your love style and your character style. I do find recommending books by Henry Cloud and John Townsend to be healthy benefits in understanding the process of growth and healing. You also will beneift from my diagnostic report from various inventories I provide to help you work through your character flaws and become a better you by finding success in your work and love life.

Psychotherapy brings insight, and there is some relief in this--sometimes even joy. But what heals people from pain, freeing them to move on from developmental states of being stuck, is a relationship of integrity and empathic responsiveness. Together the client and the clinician explore the issues that brought him or her through the door. It's a safe place to feel your feelings, to cry any necessary tears, and to say what must be said. More than this, it's a regularly recurring chance to be heard as you figure out what you want your life to be, and how you can become the stronger person that you ultimately are.

FRUSTRATED AND STRESSED OUT? Not happy in a relationship? Suffering from anxiety or depression? Unsure where to go from here? Looking for some solution to a complicated issue? I can help! In therapy, you can work through your inner conflicts, feelings of sadness, anger, guilt, and move on to clarity, decisiveness, peace and empowerment. I am interested in your journey to a better life. Call me for a free telephone consultation session.