Out-of-Pocket Therapists in California

Sheela is an occupational therapist that specializes in wellness and mental health. Occupational therapists differ from other therapists in that they address both physical and emotional health. She helps individuals and professionals build resilience to manage the stress and demands of life and work and regain control of their health and well-being. She is committed to removing the barriers to care that keep people from accessing health and wellness services.

“A span of life is nothing. But the man who lives that span, he is something. He can fill that tiny span with meaning, so its quality is immeasurable though its quantity may be insignificant.” – Chaim Potok, The Chosen “Every time we ask a question, we’re generating a possible version of a life.” – David Epston  Hi! I’m Jaime, and I’m honored to make your acquaintance. I am currently a graduate student in the Master of Arts Marriage and Family Therapy Program at National University. I am working under the supervision of Rosa Montoya, LMFT#115495. I have experience working with school-aged children in academic settings as an instructional assistant for special education. Additionally, as an MFT trainee, I have had the privilege of collaborating with children and teens who have experienced bullying and abuse to explore preferred identities. I also have a variety of lived experiences that have expanded my ability to question my assumptions, listen empathetically, and be curious. My life has been one in search for meaning. When I was younger, I thought that meaning came from the answers to life’s difficult questions like “What does my suffering say about me?”, “Who am I?”, and “How do I make a difference?” – and I searched for answers in many contexts, including spirituality, creative writing, art, music, and literature. My personal search for meaning and answers led me to volunteer for disaster relief in the aftermath of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami; while I was in Japan, I encountered what it was like to live in another culture and respect and value other ways of being. Since that experience, I have found that questions – not answers – hold a universe of possibilities and allow meaning to grow, change, and become with me. As a narrative therapist-in-training, I am passionate about exploring with you all the rich possibilities of becoming. I see life as a journey whose paths, detours, fellow travelers, luggage, and destinations are yours to choose, define, and relate to in ways that reflect your values and the meaning you wish to create. I hope to collaborate with you in questioning constrained descriptions of life to create more space for you to reauthor, explore, and discover new possibilities of being and becoming. It would be my honor to join with you in elevating and privileging your voice, experiences, knowledge, preferred meaning, and values in our conversations together. Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I look forward to joining with you on your journey! 

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I'm a first generation Latina therapist seeking to create a space for individuals to experience radical self-acceptance and compassion in a harsh and competitive world. Together, we will examine the common threads in your life and identify opportunities for growth. My style is warm and authentic, with a sprinkle of humor. I have experience working with issues related to anxiety, depression, perfectionism, family conflict, relationship issues, and life transitions. I use interventions based on emotion-focused, psychodynamic, existential, and humanistic theories and therapy

I’m a licensed therapist that emphasizes self-reflection and personal growth. There is no one-size fits all approach to therapy. Together, we will find what benefits you. I use a psychodynamic approach to look at your past and present and how that may influence how you make decisions, and a relationship-based therapy approach with a strength-based frame to help you develop coping skills and protective factors against stressors and negative relationships. If you are experiencing a situation or circumstance affecting your ability to adjust, or affecting your ability to regain your footing for work/life balance, my practice may help you overcome these obstacles.

Growing up in New York state, I had always wanted to change the world and help people. From a very young age, I remember getting a “doctor” gift for my birthday with the plastic stethoscope, and the “doctor Katie” printed on the jacket. After “listening” to my mother’s heart, I sat her down and said “mommy, how are you today?”. As I got older and the topic of psychology and neuroscience were explained to me, I began becoming fascinated with the brain and specifically the mind. I am also a dancer and dance teacher, and dance and physical movement have always been such a big part of my life. It made complete sense to me to use dance as an emotional outlet. This was my savior throughout any and all hardships I’ve faced. I love spreading my passion for the art of dance and the emotional release it has, so it made perfect sense to start to marry the two worlds together: psychology and dance. This led me to gain an Associates degree in Humanities with emphasis in performing arts, specifically dance. Then onto my Bachelor’s where I studied psychology with an emphasis on neuroscience. From there, I took a bold risk and moved across the country to San Diego and attended University of San Diego for my Masters degree in Counseling, specialization Clinical Mental Health. While at USD, I received my Practicum placement at an organization that works with Tribally enrolled and Tribally affiliated Native Americans/Alaska Natives where I have been able to further explore my passion for holistic counseling and alternative forms of counseling such as incorporating dance and movement into sessions. I take a very Person-Centered approach where I allow you, the client to be the guide, as you are the expert in your life and I am here to help you walk on that path and decide what works best for you. I draw from various therapeutic interventions including Gestalt theory, neurobiology, EFT, Attachment theory, Mindfulness based practices, CBT and DBT. I utilize play therapy with younger clients and with those who are interested in physical movement. I hope through our work together, you gain a sense of grounded self, peace within your world, and new perspectives that will support and advance your growth and healing.

I’m a Licensed Therapist, as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and Certified Life Coach. Life can send us through many twists and turns, so sometimes talking with an objective professional is beneficial. I’m committed to helping others in self-reflection, learning how to build healthier, more meaningful relationships, and personal accountability. My therapeutic approach is integrative which allows each client to have their own individualized experience. I am encouraging, uplifting, and a supportive listener. My work focuses on assisting others to search intrinsically for an improved version of self. Searching within, past experiences; good and not so good, can provide space for strength, courage and healing.

As a licensed psychotherapist and life coach, I help ambitious, anxious women learn how to trust and put themselves first, so they can stop burning themselves out trying to meet other people’s expectations. My clients have done all the things to create a life they would be proud of, but they’re not as happy as they thought they would be. I help them to get their confidence back and experience more joy - and I’d love to help you do the same.

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Licensed addiction therapist (in both Nevada and California) working in telemedicine. I help patients who are struggling with opioid, alcohol, other drugs, food, and nicotine addiction gain recovery. I have over 14 years of direct clinical experience, in all phases of treatment. I believe in using the latest evidence-based practices to meet clients where they are at, in their change journey. I have provided direct addiction treatment in the following settings during my career: -Telehealth -Medically Assisted Treatment -Criminal Justice Recovery Programs -Correctional Settings -Residential Treatment -Intensive Outpatient Program -Behavioral Health Hospital -Detox Center -Private Practice -Employee Assistance Program People change. I believe in being a part of the change. Everyone deserves a chance to recover