As a clinical social worker, my approach is rooted in understanding my clients in the framework of their environment. This holistic view encompasses family, social, economic, physical, cultural and spiritual experiences. I strive to build an authentic connection with each of my clients and utilize a "strength-based approach" as a means to s
At Avedian Counseling Center, we work with individuals, couples, families and groups with a variety of issues. Our areas of specialty include anxiety, anger, relationship struggles, and stress. We help clients develop communication skills, coping skills, and improve self-esteem by replacing unhealthy beliefs about themselves with a healthier outloo
My priority is to make you feel comfortable, safe, and heard so you can be yourself and share what you’re going through. I know it’s important to trust your therapist so you can let your walls down and open up. Having a good fit with your therapist is important, and I’ll do everything I can to build rapport and provide you with an
So many of us often feel unheard and unseen by others and therefore never learn to fully see or understand our actions or motivation. My goal is to create a collaborative environment where you can better understand the reasons that brought you to therapy and work with you to create new tools moving forward in your life.
So you want to go to therapy because you keep hearing from everyone and their dog that it really works and can make you "feel better" or "unstuck". Problem is, you have very little idea what therapy actually is and are hesitant about talking to a stranger and telling them things about yourself that you think are (for lack of a bette
In my practice as a therapist I use the research on what works to help my clients get the outcomes they want: better relationships, managed anxiety, less depression, and more control over life. I pursued a few paths in life before my career in mental health. I studied Modern Literature at the University of California, Santa Cruz. I worked for years
Do you get stuck in cycles of negative thinking? Does it feel like your mind is working against you? Is it tough to turn off damaging self-talk and self-blame? This perpetual self-punishment can give rise to and worsen already challenging conditions like depression and anxiety, as well as sustain the effects of trauma. Wouldn’t it be a relief
I am passionate about creating an environment of safety and security, where clients are able to feel supported and understood while we identify and strengthen untapped sources of resilience. With care and curiosity, we will explore and heal the often hidden emotional wounds inflicted by our experiences, families and society. Working together, we wi
I am passionate about women's health. I want to dismantle the internalized systemic oppression of women and ignite the flame of strength and empowerment within.
Through my personal and professional experience, I have come to recognize the overwhelming micro and macro messages that maintain the status quo. Raise your hand if you grew up believing
Hi! I'm a licenced therapist, I provide holistic, trauma informed therapy that focuses on the body, mind, and spirit to bring lasting change
Andrew Hughes loves working with people striving for growth and healing. His approach is collaborative, warm, strength-based, and compassionate, utilizing a variety of modalities. Therapy has vast rewards w
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