You have the power to change your life. We all have moments when we struggle with periods of difficult transitions, relationship conflict and loss. At times we become overwhelmed with feelings of sadness, worry and confusion, not knowing where to turn for answers. We get disconnected from our authentic self and lose touch with our life's meanin
The client is who matters in my office! Our Sessions would be collaborative, honest, and empathetic. We would work on re-framing cognitive distortions, and misunderstood emotions by creating new options and dismissing old patterns by creating new ways of living! Our main goal would be to put a new life plan in operation, incorporated with success
“You’re Not Broken—You’re Stuck. Let’s Get You Unstuck.”
As a therapist in practice for 20 years, I’ve worked with individuals and couples from all walks of life, each with their own unique story. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Your experiences, background, trauma, and relationshi
I work from the intention of helping my clients achieve healthy, meaningful relationships with themselves and others in their lives. I take the time to gain the trust of my clients and I work to be an ally as they confront the challenges life presents. Most importantly to this therapeutic collaboration is empathy and compassion for the feelings tha
Is your life on a satisfying path? Are your relationships working the way you want them to? Do you take good care of yourself? Through compassionate listening, searching questions and practical ideas, together we can get you heading in the right direction. We can reduce pain and anxiety, clarify your choices, examine the forces that drive you, and
You may find yourself repeating patterns that feel deeply familiar but hard to change. Relational psychoanalysis offers a collaborative, in-depth approach to understanding how your past lives on in the present; so you can loosen its grip, expand your inner world, and move through life with more choice and aliveness.
Psychoanalysis no longer enta
In my work with you (consistent weekly 50 min sessions), I step in as a guide on your path, and am versed in being able to see things from a larger, more symbolic perspective with you, to help you do that with better ease yourself. The approach I use is called "holistic" because I am looking at your personality traits, strengths, talents, g
I’m Kirstin Carl, LMFT, an Encino therapist with nearly 20 years of experience working with adults and couples around trauma, attachment, dating and relationship patterns, and parenting.
Many of the people I work with have spent years trying to understand why certain patterns keep repeating. You may find yourself overthinking relationships
If you’re here, you may be carrying more than you let on. On the outside, you function well — you meet expectations, manage responsibilities, and hold things together. Internally, anxiety, overthinking, or burnout may feel constant. You might struggle to relax, set boundaries, or quiet the pressure you place on yourself.
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Our team provides therapy in San Pedro-Southbay for ILWU individuals, couples and families, using research supported methods for lasting, useful change.
Working with a therapist can help provide insight, support, and new strategies for all types of life challenges. Therapy can help address many types of issues including depression, anxiety, conf
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