What should people thinking about therapy with you, know about you?

I help people move past their struggles and rediscover what’s attainable for their lives. I’ve treat clients diagnosed with anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder.

I have a passion for empowering high achievers like you , though a journey of self discovery towards a fulfilling lived experience. You’ve chased your dreams and found success, but it’s gotten to the point where you feel depleted, empty and your relationships may be in jeopardy. Perhaps you’ve been questioning what more is out there, experiencing an existential crisis of sorts. You know it's time for Change. You Welcome it. You're Motivated. Let's work together so you can finally experience contentment and joy in the life you’ve worked so hard for. Reach out to if you’re ready to embark on this journey. Schedule a no obligation call with me so we can chat to see if I’m the right therapist to guide you through. 

My name is Bianca N. Martinez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT118745). I received my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Education and Psychology and my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from California State University, Northridge. I have seven years of clinical experience and have worked with numerous populations. I interned for two years in CSUN’s Mood and Anxiety Disorder Clinic. Then spent a year at O.P.I.C.A. working with individuals with Alzheimers and other Dementias. Before finding my way to La Vie Counseling Center, where I spent four years honing my clinical skills and decreeing my clinical interests. Over the past few years I have developed a passion for working with everything related to Maternal Mental Health and the sometimes-difficult transition into motherhood. I have completed the “Maternal Mental Health Certificate Training for Mental Health and Clinical Professions” and the “Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Psychotherapy” trainings offered through Postpartum Support International and 2020 Mom and which focuses on Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which is a form of psychotherapy used to treat troubling symptoms (anxiety, guilt, anger, depression, panic, sleep disturbance, flashbacks, etc.) which result from traumatic experiences.  I am a trained as a facilitator for Prepare/Enrich, a program proven to significantly impact the relationships of both premarital and married couples. A Level 1 trained in the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy, a form of therapy used in “helping couples compassionately manage their conflicts, deepen their friendship and intimacy, and share their life purpose and dreams.” Lastly, I am a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT). 

Hi, My name is Melissa Racklin, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker. I have been in practice for over 20 years. I made the decision to go into counseling, because I wanted to be in the helping profession. I really enjoy working with women who suffer from anxiety or depression or who are dealing with relationship issues, divorce, or women's issues. I currently practice in multiple locations and am open to telehealth clients at this time. I am well-versed in various treatment modalities. My approach to is warm, empathetic, and goal-oriented. The best way to reach me is to call my confidential phone line at (973)600-2027. I really look forward to speaking with you and meeting you soon!!

I have extensive training cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), family systems therapy and mindfulness. I am specialized in the treatment of a variety of anxiety disorders including body focused repetitive behaviors (BFRB), social anxiety, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and obsessive-compulsive and other related disorders (OCD). I am also trained in Habit Reversal Therapy (HRT) to treat Trichotillomania and Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tourette syndrome (CBIT).  I pride myself on developing a deep connection to my clients and create a warm therapeutic relationship needed to achieve results and action while in treatment. I pull from a range of evidence-based therapies to create an approach that works for the individual client. I highly value collaboration with other treatment providers, including with psychiatrists, physicians, and treatment team members.

Are you looking for a trauma or couples therapist? Are struggling with inner child wounds and family of origin woes? Does it impact your romantic relationships, work, and how you show up in the world? Is being a cycle-breaker exhausting and do you need support? As a first gen myself in a biracial marriage, I know not only from my studies but lived experience just how important addressing cultural issues can be in order to make lasting change in our lives. I know how difficult exploring culture and how hard it is to find balance, not wanting to say something is bad or wrong but instead just figuring out how to live a life more inline with our values so that we can live more authentically. I help people with this all over California in online therapy.

My training in couples work and trauma means I have the expertise you need and deserve when seeking therapy. But at the end of the day, you want to know you’re working with someone who “gets” what it means to be a real-life human struggling with all the demands of life right? I get it because I’m an actual wife, mom, entrepreneur, and daughter of a Law Enforcement Officer. I know that balancing family and marriage while trying to maintain sanity and a career is the opposite of easy. I also firmly believe in the healing power of humor and story-telling. So you won’t get a stuffy, intellectual in a suit when you work with me….you’ll get a real person.

Hi, I'm Kimberly Arthur-Mensah, and I'm a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner located in Dallas, Texas. With years of experience, I've dedicated my career to supporting both children and adults dealing with various mental and physical health challenges. My focus is on thorough evaluations and developing effective treatment plans for conditions such as anxiety, depression, addiction, and personality disorders. I pride myself on working closely with patients to understand their unique needs and goals. Using a combination of therapy and medication management, I aim to find the best path to help them achieve optimal mental health. My practice emphasizes patient safety and comfort, ensuring open communication and collaboration. I'm passionate about empowering my patients through education and continuous support, promoting lasting improvements in their mental well-being. My commitment is to provide a compassionate, effective treatment environment where every individual feels understood and cared for.

I am so thankful you have decided to take the first step in improving your emotional health. Allow me to tell you a little bit about me. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida with a passion to help my clients improve their emotional well-being. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida in 2014 and received my master degree in 2017 from Capella University in Clinical Psychology with a focus on Clinical Counseling. When counseling, I look at whole person not just the current situation. I take time to get to know you and understand your situation and/or concerns. I treat all my clients with the upmost respect and compassion. I use motivational skills to help my patients see their strengths and help them create achievable goals. I believe in breaking the big goal into smaller goals that lead to meeting that larger goal. I believe this creates positive reinforcement for my clients and improves there emotional health, during what could be difficult time in their life. I look forward to helping you improve your mental health, one-step at a time. I have 4 years of experience working with depression, anxiety, bi-polar, addictions and co-occurring. I am a Certified Master Level Addiction Professional with the state of Florida.  SPECIALTIES:  Drug and Alcohol Addiction , Self esteem Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief,  Coping with life changes ,  Mood Disorders , Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) , and Co-Occurring disorders. Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy Years of Experience: 4

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 6 years of experience as a practicing therapist. I graduated from Valdosta State University earning my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I chose to become a Marriage and Family Therapist because of the systemic and relational approach that is used in problem resolution. I believe that problems aren’t just in you or outside of you, but within the relationship in between. To date, I have experience with working with clients within private practice, in-home, and inpatient settings. It’s my goal at Transparent Truth Counseling Services to help clients learn narratives that keep them strained, unlearn unhealthy patterns and behaviors, and relearn narratives or preferred TRUTHS that will better suit their lifestyle. If you experience thoughts like: "I'm not good enough." "I'm not doing enough." "I feel anxious about the unknown." "I feel depressed trying to measure up with expectations." "I should have this by now." I am here to help you live life on your terms by helping you redefine what it means to be "enough." I look forward to unpacking your reality or truth and help co-create a narrative that fits for you!