Therapist Profile

My Approach to Helping

Life is often filled with challenges which affect each of us in different ways. I believe that how we approach and overcome those challenges, help to shape us and allow us to experience life to the fullest. I began my Marriage and Family Psychotherapy practice here in Glendora out of a desire to use my life experience, education, and passion to help serve the health needs of our community and the surrounding cities. Through my experience in a variety of settings, I have discovered that building a supportive relationship through therapy creates a safe place to explore life struggles, understand difficult issues, learn new skills, enrich relationships, and work through situations in order to lead a more fulfilling life. Therefore, creating a safe and supportive environment, where you can feel comfortable, is essential to my practice. In that setting, we can collaborate on how best to understand your situation, identify your goals, and find solutions. I bring a varied theoretical approach, centered on forms of therapy including psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral, brief/solution focused, and ensuring sensitivity to cultural diversity. My services include counseling individuals (Adults, Older Adults, and Adolescents), families, and couples. My primary areas of expertise are treating Eating Disorders and Couple's Counseling, Anxiety, Depression, Family Counseling, Parenting, and Bereavement (grief). I welcome you to browse my website, learn more about my background and experience, and see if I may be of support to you. Please don't hesitate to call and schedule a consultation. Phone Contact: 626-335-0903 Website: www.ilissabanhazlmft.com Email: ilissa@ilissabanhazlmft.com

More Info About My Practice

Glendora, CA: Eating Disorder and Body Image Group: If you are currently struggling with some form of an eating disorder, or if you are looking for support while in recovery, join this group for an opportunity to connect with other women and share about yourself in a safe and caring atmosphere. This is the first step toward recovery. Facilitated by licensed therapist Ilissa Banhazl, MFT, groups will discuss topics such as: isolation vs. reaching out, thoughts vs. feelings, stuffing vs. acknowledging feelings, criticism vs. praise, aggressive vs. assertive communication, black and white vs. rainbow thinking, and emotional vs. physical hunger. Meetings take place in Glendora on a week night for six weeks. Cost is $35 per session, with PPO insurance reimbursement available. Groups are limited to a maximum of six women, so call soon to reserve your spot 626-335-0903.