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Psychotherapy allows for revisiting our progress as individuals and assessing our lives in terms of our strengths, weaknesses and aspirations. It also provides an opportunity to initiate personal change and growth. Additionally, it assists with an honest accounting of who we are and who we are aspiring to be. Dealing with day to day challenges can create imbalances that propel one to search for answers. Whether the focus of therapy relates to the past, present, and/or future, it is time with the self.

You are the expert on your life! My role is to act as a catalyst for growth. Together we will explore your values and develop methods to make changes in your life that reflect those values. As your therapist, I work to see the world through your lens and understand your experience. In my office, you will always be met with kindness, respect, and unconditional positive regard. It is an honor to travel with you on your journey, whether it be on a path of personal growth or one of healing. As your therapist, I am invested in your experience of the world. Ask yourself: When was the last time I dedicated any serious time or energy to caring for myself?

Psychotherapy is a place for you to feel safe and connected. You can say anything you need to, with a person who accepts you and is trained to problem solve when needed. I am a therapist who is here to be with you as you process out needs and fears in your relationships. I invite you to be yourself, and guide and reflect on our therapy process so that it addresses your need. If you need more problem solving, or more "processing" time (or just someone to hear you out), I'm here for that. You should feel comfortable with your therapist...it's important to find someone who helps you have a new discovery or to relieve stress by attending weekly.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who is sensitive to the challenging and delicate process of being in therapy. My relational and warm approach will create a supportive and safe environment for you to explore your struggles and work towards the healing and fulfillment you deserve. I bring myself genuinely into my work with my clients, and I believe they feel known and understood, rather than judged or overanalyzed. Whether you are seeking individual therapy or couples counseling, I am committed to helping you gain insights into yourself and your relationships.

I have always believed that with compassion and understanding we can all find healing and have a more fulfilling life. I provide a trusting, comfortable, safe and nurturing environment which allows my clients to express their thoughts, feelings and emotions while feeling at-ease. Using practical honest feedback and focusing on the strengths of my clients, I help them to reach their goals. I teach skills, provide exercises and role-play to help clients learn new and healthier ways of coping. I get excited when my clients express how our counseling enabled them to accomplish their goals and embrace positive change in their lives. They are no longer left holding it all inside.

I provide a safe environment for you to share your story, address the challenges you are facing, and explore your hurts, hopes, and dreams. My approach to working with you includes a combination of psychodynamic, existential, and attachment-based concepts. I believe your history is important and we take time to address and understand how it has impacted you. We will look at how the person you are today is working for you and address areas that keep you from reaching your current goals. I also want to know how your past affects your ability to be in relationship with others. I will walk alongside you through this journey of healing and personal growth.

The psychotherapy relationship can be one of the most beneficial and life changing relationships a person can have. There is no other relationship that is "all about me." I fully engage and am present with my clients in whatever thought or feeling they bring to session. Together we can look at old patterns, family and relationship dynamics, and negative self-talk that may be affecting you today. In a world that can be very harsh and critical, I accept my clients for who they are and encourage them to grow in self-acceptance and care for themselves. I work with my clients to develop a therapy plan that works best for them and listen to what their needs are.

You need a safe place to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. You hope to process how your family and relationships impact you today. You are open to personal transformation. As a Psychotherapist, I'm here for you. Psychotherapy can be an exhilarating process for clients. Within the security and warmth of my home-like therapy office, I listen as clients share their important life stories. Often I will ask questions that will help clients deepen their understanding of themselves and their closest relationships. Psychotherapy is a valuable process of understanding and transformation. If you are ready for growth, call (626) 272-4908. I'm eager to start this journey with yo....

How long does therapy take? This is a question I am often asked and yet is so difficult to answer. So much depends on what you expect and want from their therapist. Some people want a to address a specific problem they are facing and others want and ongoing therapeutic relationship. Personally, I much prefer working with patients who are looking towards the longer term commitment. I love getting to know my patients and becoming the holder of their stories as I try to facilitate growth and change.

For 36 years, I have discovered the importance of having many psychotherapy techniques available to help people succeed in their lives. No one psychotherapy tool fits everyone and every life-event. Some work better with analytic, thinking and talking tools. Others grow faster with art, stress management even hypnotherapy or neurolinguistic programming. Emotion-based therapies can provide relief, caring healing and recovery. Nutritional and fitness counseling can be essential to alter emotional, mental and personal stress for some. Life Coaching and counseling can aim directly toward solutions and skills improvements. No one tool fits all. DrCarolFrancis.com 310-543-1824

A high level of trust and comfort for you in psychotherapy is a must. Working with an experienced therapist you can rely upon to listen skillfully will help you to learn to to lift negative moods, become a better problem solver, or improve relationships. Can simply sharing your problems with a therapist be enough to help you improve? I often hear from new patients that they were dissappointed in prior therapy because they were not helped to foucus and to use specific tools that not only made them feel better in therapy, but also in their lives. Therapy should be designed to help you learn at you own, most effective pace for you.

Award winning counselor recognized by governement officials at various levels including members of the Cal. State Senate, L.A. County and Cal. State Assembly for my work as a therapist. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist with a unique background. I also have over 25 years experience as a computer consultant and have developed an ability to relate to technical and business people. I specialize in marriage counseling, teen counseling, depression, anxiety, anger management and addictions.

All of us, at some point in our lives, experience problems and issues of one form or another , that can be overwhelming. Having a safe place to go to work on these issues, with a trusted psychotherapist, can be very beneficial. No one psychotherapy theory or approach, works best on everyone that comes to therapy . It is very important, therefore, that the therapist be well trained and have an extensive background in a number of theories and approaches, and be able to utilize them effectively, to help each client with their particular issues.