Find A Psychologist in Palmdale, CA.

Relate Therapy Center was founded by licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Brett Veltman. Each of the therapists at Relate are either licensed psychologists or are provided direction and supervision in their work by licensed psychologists. The years of training and expertise required to earn a doctorate in clinical psychology will ensure that you are receiving the highest quality care to help you find relieve from the struggles that you are facing.

I am a clinical psychologist and received my doctorate from Rutgers University, one of the top Psy.D. programs in the country. I initially focused on psychodynamic therapy but then switched my specialty to cognitive behavioral therapy, as I found it more effective and it better fit my personality (active, involved). I graduated in 2000 and received my license in California in 2002 as a clinical psychologist. I continue to receive training in cognitive behavioral therapy by the top researchers in the field, as I strongly believe in learning and becoming better in my field. Being a psychologist is so rewarding to me because I see how many people get better and thrive. I truly love what I do and will always do my best to help you.

There are many types of counselors who provide psychotherapy. As a clinical psychologist (Psy.D.), I am trained in both the the art of psychotherapy and the science of psychology. I received clinical training in a research lab that was doing clinical trials and as such, I only utilize treatment techniques that have been empirically validated through extensive research. These techniques are effective in providing relatively rapid relief from uncomfortable symptoms and in encouraging lasting behavioral changes which maintain gains and prevent relapse.

I am a Professional Psychologist specializing in the treatment of trauma, depression, grief, and adjustment, amongst others. My approach is Psychodynamically/Psychoanalytical oriented, with the expansion into other areas, such as ACT, CBT, art therapy, where needed and appropriate. In a safe and non - judgmental environment, we explore the underlying root or roots of your problems and seek out new directions.

I am a psychologist that specializes in couples and sex therapy. I provide you with tools to learn relationship skills that enable you to have a healthy, loving, and thriving relationship-and satisfying sex life. I use cognitive-behavioral techniques, provide coaching, and often give assignments to work on in between sessions.

To strengthen my role as the Executive Director of the La Vie Counseling Center I received advanced training in psychodynamic psychotherapy from the Southern California Psychoanalytic Institute because of my interest in getting to the roots of the problems that drive people to therapy. I have studied and practiced an in-depth approach to psychotherapy for over 20 years and have written books that have sold over a million copies and been translated into several languages. My desire is to not only help people feel better, but help them get better and live that way daily. I love going to work each day, because helping people live healthier lives makes me a better person in the process.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of California. I hold a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. In addition to extensive work with individuals, I also work with couples and families. I also specialize in conducting psychological assessments including neuropsychological and forensic assessments. I currently am in private practice but have experience working at inpatient facilities, providing concierge psychological services and running groups. I also have extensive experience working with various forms of addiction and eating disorders.

Dr. Clark has served South Pasadena and surrounding areas as a psychologist for over 20 years, providing adult and adolescent psychotherapy, career counseling, and marriage counseling (including issues of infedelity, infertility, sexual dysfunction, and sexual addiction). Although relationship and employment issues are the most common cnocerns, other specialties including, marriage counseling, parenting difficulties, career counseling, financial "mismanagement", adjustment to chronic illness, addictions, and criminal accusations.

As well as my clinical work I am also a forensic psychologist. I am a Qualified Medical Evaluator for Workers' Compensation and provide disability evaluations for civil litigation and fitness-for-duty. In addition, I serve as a primary and secondary treat physician for some Workers' Compensation insurance panels.

I view it my mission to sit with many people in pain. I try to give people the tools they need to live well. I combine the science derived from study of human behavior as well as art of clinical psychology to create life giving work. My research and clinical backgrounds gives me the tools necessary to help you live an open and engaged life. I help people open up, be present and do what matters.

As a psychologist, I strive to combine a comfortable and engaging therapeutic relationship with the most proven and effective therapy interventions and assessment tools. I work hard to develop an individualized and flexible plan that can be applied and adapted to a wide range of problems. Additionally, I provide comprehensive and individualized psychological evaluations that can be used for a variety of purposes, such as learning disability and ADHD evaluations, psychoeducational and psychosocial evaluations, and diagnostic clarification.

As a psychologist, I have had extensive training treating individuals and couples who present with a variety of presenting problems and diagnoses. I have treated people in an inpatient and outpatient hospital setting who have been diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, dementia and have been hospitalized with suicide attempts. I have also been in private practice for almost 20 years and have treated people with severe depression, anxiety, panic attacks, drug and alcohol addiction, and, as well, people without major symptoms who are desiring an improvement in their quality of life, social and dating skills. I also work closely with psychiatrists and have experience and knowledge regarding the prescription of psychotropic medications, their side effects and efficacy.

As a psychologist the cornerstone of my work with clients involves assessment and evaluation. I begin every client interaction with a thorough assessment of the individual. I formulate my understanding of the client, including their presenting problem, and share this with the client. I invite and encourage active collaboration from the client to devise treatment goals that we can work to achieve in therapy. Therapy to me entails an active and engaged process exploration to gain insights that were otherwise inaccessible to the client.