Making a decision to start therapy can seem like an overwhelming task. Therapy involves a decision to embark on a journey of vulnerability and an atmosphere of sharing. I appreciate the steps you have taken to begin this journey and offer an environment of deep respect and a sacred space to feel valued and accepted. I provide therapy for individual
For adults, I offer psychotherapy, Lacanian psychoanalysis, and differentiation-based couples therapy. Lacanian psychoanalysis aims to facilitate change that is not short-lived but lasting by addressing unconscious and conscious challenges. Unlike traditional psychotherapy, which often seeks to alleviate symptoms and leaves the causes of symptoms u
I honestly love my work. Working in LGBTQ+ mental health since 2013, I get to support clients with many different needs. A lot of my work focuses on: gender identity, medical and social gender transition, gender-affirming surgery prep & letters, coming out, self-esteem, HIVAIDS, nonmonogamy, kink, stigmadiscrimination, and building healthy relati
My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic environment where individuals have the opportunity to explore and uncover their emotional blocks and heal past wounds. I believe that through the process of developing insight and awareness, my clients will be able to better manage their symptoms and develop coping skills that will help them l
Strained by betrayal, disconnection, or constant miscommunication? You're not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone either. I help couples, adult siblings, and individuals move beyond painful patterns and toward deeper connection, clarity, and calm.
Whether you’re facing parenting struggles, sexual concerns, or
I have always enjoyed helping others and working with diverse individuals! Whether you're dealing with short-term issues, like life transitions, stressors, or relationship difficulties, or more long-term issues, like coping with chronic mental illness, or feeling stuck and unsatisfied in your life, I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to ex
I believe that the client is the expert in his or her own life, however, it is frustrating to go to a therapist who continually asks "how does that make you feel?" I care about how you feel, but more importantly, I want to know what you are doing about it. I believe that finding a solution is more important than focussing on the problem.
Dr. Nicole Mirkin is a California-licensed psychologist specializing in clinical and forensic assessment, trauma-informed care, and family systems. She holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and is a certified School Counselor with experience across educational, clinical, and forensic settings.
Dr. Mirkin specializes in evide
Authenticity, curiosity, awareness, playfulness, humor, and responsiveness are the characteristics that guide my practice. During each session I will create space for us to discuss how our communication is going and invite you to share any concerns or awarenesses you have about our interactions. Mostly, you can expect that I will want to get to kno
As the director of Guide Therapy Services, my mission is to tailor an individualized environment where you can cultivate well-being, re-align with your intuition, and use a healthy self-understanding to further your advancement of effectively moving towards your needs and goals. In practice, I incorporate current evidenced-based research on the con
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