I have been a psychologist, marriage therapist and coach for many years and truly enjoy helping people find ways to overcome life challenges in their personal life, workplace, and relationships. I see myself as a teacher as well as a therapist.
Hello! Thank you for being here, I know how difficult it can be to find the right therapist. I love to work with clients who are struggling with their relationships, depression, anxiety and trauma. I specialize in couples, people of color and queer folx. I am very warm and I like to add some humor to our sessions. If you think we could be a good fit, please send me an email!
Psychologist, Ph.D, Diplomate-Academy of Cognitive Therapy; Trainer- Prolonged Exposure for PTSD- CTSA
I have extensive experience working with various evidence-based modalities as well as alternative and somatic therapies. I currently work at Harbor UCLA as a Clinical Director of a Trauma service and as Associate Professor at UCLA, David Geffen School of Medicine. I am Bilingual in Hebrew and English. Areas of specialization: Mood disorders; anxiety disorders; post traumatic stress disorder; life transition and adjustment issues; bereavement and loss; couple and relationship therapy; Family therapy; Parenting strategies; work related stress. I am also available for lectures, and trainings and certifications (Prolonged Exposure)
Ever feel stuck? Maybe you are bogged down with thoughts, memories, or uncomfortable feelings. Or maybe you are just itching for a change in your life. I am a licensed psychotherapist with an additional doctorate degree. I help individuals, couples, and families throughout Orange County & LA County. My approach is one where I aim for you to feel comfortable from the very beginning. No cookie cutter model here...I will find a way to meet you where you are at and work toward your therapy goals. I'm an accomplice toward helping you feel heard and validated in your journey...because life, after all, through the good and the bad, is a journey, isn't it? We will work together through the highs and lows, the conflicts internally and externally, re-group when thought processes get us in a rut, and focus on full mind-body health. I walk the walk in wellness in that it is my life mission to help better the lives of others. I am a semi-professional marathon runner and creator of the mind-body wellness brand, TIER Wellness, that encourages others to reach the next TIER in their lives.
I am a license Marriage And Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience with working with individuals to assist with resolving personal conflicts, improving self-esteem, developing healthy relationships and becoming a better person. I have a passion for working with others. I am knowledgeable in many subject and court related matters. I am a podcast host. I believe having a person to talk to that care about people can create a change in one's life. Give me a opportunity to assist with your journey and personal growth. You deserve it.
In my practice, I believe that everyone has the inherent strength to overcome life's challenges, and my role is to help you access those strengths. What makes my practice stand out is the personalized, compassionate approach I take with each client, ensuring that therapy is tailored to meet your unique needs and goals. I combine evidence-based techniques with a deep understanding of human emotions and behavior, creating a supportive environment that promotes healing and growth. My commitment to confidentiality and creating a safe space allows for a trusting therapist-client relationship. Here, you're not just another case; you're a person with a story that deserves to be heard and understood. Together, we'll work not just on coping, but on thriving, helping you to live a more fulfilled and balanced life.
Among my areas of expertise are assisting men and women to find their true strengths, improving communication in all types of relationships (including understanding the gender differences that affect relationships), providing direction with career transitions (I have a business background as well), using the power of cognitive beliefs to help with depression and anxiety, and guiding those who turn to food for comfort to gain freedom through intuitive eating principles.
In addition to being an experienced relationship therapist, I have presented at International conferences and to general audiences speaking on the topics of Couples Counseling using Christian Principles, Understanding and Appreciating Gender Differences, Mastering Emotional Wellness, and the Healing Power of Forgiveness.
I am an interactive, solution-focused therapist. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
Together, we will uncover the root causes of the patterns keeping you stuck, gain a deeper understanding of your self-protective behaviors, and cultivate healthier ways of relating to yourself and others. I expertly integrate tools from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and somatic therapies, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and nervous system regulation.
With extensive experience in addressing relationship issues, infidelity, sex-related concerns, and trauma, I am affirming of Non-monogamous, Polyamorous, Kink, BDSM, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Reach out today to schedule a free 15-minute consultation and see if we are a good fit to help you achieve your goals. Supervised by Lauren Consul, LMFT87205.
In life, we travel through the present moment while simultaneously being influenced by the past. At times this may feel confusing, jumbled, frightening or damn-near impossible.
Who am I? What am I doing? Where am I going?
These are just some of the questions we ask ourselves -- the ones that keep us up at night. While I cannot answer these questions for you, through Psychoanalysis I can offer you the space to explore these deep questions and support you through your journey into yourself -- with all its twists and turns.
This is a collaborative process. Together we will take the plunge into your history, wade through experiences and relationship dynamics that have shaped your world, and dream of new possibilities and potentials that have until now remained out of reach.
Psychoanalysis is not easy, but nothing that touches the soul is. To quote Neville Symington, "Psychoanalysis is not for the person who has had a breakdown and just wants to start functioning again, because as the analysis proceeds he may have to revise his whole life and alter it radically. I think that psychoanalysis is for those who have a curiosity about life, but also wish to live it inwardly" (from The Psychoanalytic Experience).
If you wish to explore yourself in-depth and exist as your truest self, I invite you to contact me. I am accepting Clients virtually and in-person in Los Angeles, CA.
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage, Family, Therapist (LMFT)
Dr Patrick has over 10 years experience in mental health counseling in community outpatient centers, crisis line support and inpatient mental health centers. As a clinician, Dr. Patrick works with adults from around California on issues that are holding you back or causing pain internally. Give me a call for a free consultation to see if we can work together.