Team

Population Focus

Age Range: Adolescence, Young Adults, Adulthood, Midlife
Population: Couples, Families, Individual, LGBTQ, Christian
Presenting Problem(s): Depression, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, Trauma, Substance Abuse,
Personality Disorders, Psychosis
Modalities: CBT, Person-Centered, Humanistic, and Emotion Focused therapies

I graduated from Point Loma Nazarene University with a Masters of Arts in Clinical Counseling. I completed my practicum at a short term treatment center in San Diego, CA where I was a counselor providing psychotherapy for individuals experiencing homelessness, substance abuse and severe mental illness.

I view therapy as a collaborative endeavor built upon trust, respect, and an understanding of the client's individuality. I strive to create a safe environment whereby my clients can explore their sense of self freely and without judgment. My theoretical approach is rooted in humanistic and person centered therapy. Every individual is unique and I believe it is important to have an integrated approach to therapy, utilizing various tools as needed.

I look forward to providing support and working together as a team to reach your mental health goals.

Therapeutic Orientation

• Art Therapy
• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Emotionally Focused Therapy
• Humanistic
• Mindfulness/Meditation
• Psychodynamic

Population Focus

Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here. Life can be overwhelming at times with its many changes, challenges or stressors. Perhaps this is leaving you paralyzed and cut off or flooded with fear, grief, and confusion. You don’t have to navigate it alone. I want you to be able to feel more connected to yourself and others, resolve past hurts that may be holding you back and approach life with confidence and vitality.

In doing this, I can offer a space in which you can feel believed in, accepted and supported. I ultimately hope that in joining you in your journey I can help you improve your self-awareness, challenge any self defeating thought patterns and learn new tools that work best for you.

You have everything you need to heal and grow within you. Together let us see how we can tap into that and nurture the power that exists inside of you.

Therapeutic Orientation

• Attachment
• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
• EMDR
• Family Systems
• Humanistic

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Tanya Desloover is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who is passionate about helping clients and their families recover from the traumatic consequences of addiction, which she has been doing for the past 15 years. She recognizes the need to identify and treat the co-occurring disorders, such as anxiety, depression, codependency, trauma, grieving, and life transitioning, which accompany addiction. With compassion and understanding, she provides support and practical feedback to help clients build on their strengths to effectively address personal life challenges and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. She offers a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. As Director of Clinical Services at a Southern California treatment facility for the past 15 years, she realizes the need for support for the entire family before, during, and following treatment.

Substance Use Disorders, Family Codependency, EMDR/Trauma Therapy

Therapeutic Orientation

• EMDR

Population Focus

I've been a professional counselor for the last 10+ years and I'm licensed to practice in two states. I have worked with adults, couples, adolescents, and geriatrics. I consider myself to be a generalist, and I have a wide range of experience. For example, I have worked in addictions, outpatient mental health, inpatient mental health (severe hospitalizations), solo private practice, employee assistance programs (EAP), management consultation and training, student services (USC student affairs), short-term counseling, and others. I received an MA in Counseling from Asbury Seminary in 2006. I grew up in Irvine, California and I currently live in Huntington Beach.

Therapeutic Orientation

• Certified Addiction Specialist
• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Gottman Method Couples Therapy
• Harm Reduction
• Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Solution Focused Brief Therapy
• Strength-Based

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Do you feel like you are just surviving and not thriving? If you are seeking change for yourself or in your relationships, I would like to help you envision and implement strategies to get you to a better mindset. True change comes from within yourself. It is a process requiring courage, respect and love of yourself. My empathetic, energetic, motivational style allows even the difficult topics to be explored or addressed.

I love the Gottman Method to improve relationships and am fascinated by the unconscious mind. It takes belief in your "self" to change the way you connect and communicate with others. And that is why Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with Hypnosis, in my opinion, is the best way to change the self-defeating messages stored in your subconscious. I masterfully blend my knowledge and training into an approach that helps you build skills to manage anxiety, reduce depression, find moments of joy, and to believe in your "self".

I received my master’s from Loyola University Chicago. I am currently registered as an ASW in the state of California but have been a Licensed Clinical Social Work since 1991 in the state of Illinois. My background includes work experiences in a variety of settings: Mental Health Centers, Inpatient Units, Mental Health Crisis Teams, Partial Hospital Programs and Out-patient Private Practice. I am certified in Hypnosis from the American Society for Clinical Hypnosis as well as trained In EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Interpersonal Therapy, and the Gottman Method. I welcome the opportunity to help you feel good about yourself and those that matter to you.

Therapeutic Orientation

• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• EMDR
• Gottman Method Couples Therapy
• Hypnotherapy
• Internal Family Systems
• Mindfulness/Meditation
• Motivational Interviewing
• Psychodynamic
• Psychoeducation

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I have been in practice for almost 17 years. I have experience with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression all the way to addictions and schizophrenia. My theoretical modality is Psychodynamic and Bowenian. Because of my theoretical view my belief of therapy comes down to a couple of things: relationship with self and others and communication. These, I believe, are the principles of healthy or unhealthy relationships. When we are able to communicate our needs and wants effectively we are more content in ourselves and with ourselves and others.

Therapeutic Orientation

• Psychodynamic

Population Focus

all ages, d/hh, LDS, children with special needs

Therapeutic Orientation

• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
• Emotionally Focused Therapy
• Gottman Method Couples Therapy
• Solution Focused Brief Therapy
• Structural Family Therapy

Population Focus

“Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change” (Brene Brown).

Coming to admitting that you can't figure it out on your own takes a lot of courage and I want to honor you for reaching out to begin your process towards healing and growth.

I am here to collaborate with you. I have a strong desire to guide you towards your own answers through compassion and feedback. Through our safe engagement, I can help you to identify the source of your struggles while activating your creativity to find new ways to get you out of your struggles.

My unique background and training sets me apart from other therapists. I'm a believer in the power of holistic approach so in my treatment, I focus not only on thoughts, but also recognize the mind/body/spirit connection. I would love to be a service to you to help you get excited about where you are now and where you can be tomorrow.

Therapeutic Orientation

• Attachment
• Culturally Sensitive/Multicultural Therapy
• EMDR
• Emotionally Focused Therapy
• Experiential
• Family Systems
• Humanistic
• Mindfulness/Meditation
• Strength-Based

Population Focus

Following a 20-year career in corporate America, I have pursued my lifelong dream of becoming a counselor who works with others to help them find transformation and healing. My life experience and education have taught me the transformative power of safe relationships in the healing process. I am passionate about helping you overcome anxiety, depression, and relational distress, so you can realize your full potential and become who you really want to be. I focus on helping you heal wounds, process grief and loss, and other things that hinder your ability to give and receive love leading to increased vitality. I also enjoy working to improve your self-esteem and feelings of worthiness, self-acceptance, empowerment, and fulfillment in both your career and relational life. My ultimate goal is to help you get in touch with your core emotions that lie underneath your symptoms so that you can enter into a "life to the full" experience.

Therapeutic Orientation

• Attachment
• Emotionally Focused Therapy
• Humanistic
• Mindfulness/Meditation
• Positive Psychology
• Psychodynamic
• Strength-Based
• Solution-Focused

Population Focus

Couples, Families, Adults, Adolescence, LGBTQ (Adult, Adolescence, Parents, Religious).

I graduated from National University with a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. I completed my practicum at High Tech Middle School North County in Vista, CA., where I was a Counselor who provided psychotherapy for adolescents and their families.

My theoretical approach is rooted in existential therapy and Gestalt therapy; however, I believe that an integrated approach to therapy is a valuable tool in helping my clients gain a balanced perspective on the life issues they are facing. I also believe humor is a valuable tool in counseling. If a client desires, I will incorporate spirituality into the therapy I provide.

I view therapy as a collaborative, sharing experience and seek to help my clients feel safe, comfortable, and truly understood.

I look forward to working with you on your mental health journey.

Therapeutic Orientation

• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
• Experiential
• Family Systems
• Gestalt Therapy
• Humanistic
• Positive Psychology
• Psychodynamic
• Psychoeducation

Population Focus

An is a licensed marriage and family therapist who provides clinical supervision to associates that provide services for clients. An received his master’s degree from Chapman University and has work experience in non-profit and private practice settings.

Therapeutic Orientation

• Attachment

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My name is Ayron Pepper, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Southern California. I have been practicing for over 5 years and have worked in a variety of settings from school based services to family therapy. Furthermore, I have experience working with a wide range of ethnicities, ages, and cultural backgrounds. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, families, parenting, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression and Trauma.

My therapeutic style is compassionate, honest, and sincere. I believe that every person I work with is unique and deserves a unique approach. I often draw from Client Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems. I believe that therapy is not “one size fits all” but, ever-changing with what each individual needs.

Therapeutic Orientation

• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
• Family Systems
• Humanistic
• Psychodynamic
• Systems Therapy

Population Focus

Life's journey takes us on many paths. Sometimes these paths are pleasant and expected, other times they may be challenging or unexpected. Wherever you are on your journey, I am willing to meet with you to offer support, empowerment and professional insight to move forward in a positive direction. Whether you bring something specific to work on, feel stuck, or have a general feeling that something is not quite right, I can work with you to move towards where you would like to be. I offer a peaceful, safe place where you can talk openly and honestly.
I offer individual, family, teen and child therapy. I am experienced in providing effective therapy for those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, trauma, or life changes. I use many therapeutic approaches based on each individual and their preferences. I offer EMDR for those who have PTSD or have experienced traumatic events.

Therapeutic Orientation

• Applied Behavioral Analysis
• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
• EMDR
• Mindfulness/Meditation
• Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Narrative
• Parent Education
• Play Therapy
• Sand Tray Therapy
• Solution-Focused

Population Focus

Life can at times feel overwhelmed and difficult. You might not know where to look for answers, or how to take that next step. My goal is to find solutions that work for you on an individual basis, helping you to discover the true potential of your life. Whether you are looking for support or guidance through a difficult time, or you are open to a real change in your life, together we can work to achieve dreams, and meet your goals. It is my understanding that even in the face of hardship, when we feel bonded to others we can begin to learn and explore new ways of living wholeheartedly.
I value a collaborative therapy process to meet the needs of my clients, to understand their perspective, and to create a safe space to heal these wounds and restore a sense of identity. I take a client centered approach to therapy, and focus on drawing upon your personal strengths to help you achieve your goals. I look forward to connecting with you!

Therapeutic Orientation

• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Career Counseling
• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
• Emotionally Focused Therapy
• Family Systems
• Mindfulness/Meditation
• Narrative
• Parent Education
• Play Therapy
• Psychoeducation
• Strength-Based