Rediscovering joy when everything feels heavy
therapy for depression in california
Lifting the weight of depression
finding resilience and reconnecting with joy
Depression is a heavy weight to carry, affecting how you feel, think, and engage with the world around you. It can make everything feel harder—leaving you feeling drained, hopeless, and disconnected from things you once enjoyed. In our therapy sessions, I provide a space where you can talk openly about what you're going through, without fear of judgment. Together, we’ll work on understanding the deeper roots behind your depression and focus on helping you grow through it. My goal is to empower you to reclaim your sense of joy, build resilience, and find purpose again.
cultivating self-compassion
build a more positive self-image and embracing your unique journey to ease self-criticism and support healing
strengthen your relationships and create a support system to help you feel more like you belong
building connections
through narrative therapy techniques, we’ll reshape how you see your experiences, giving you more power over your experience
reframing the narrative
explore the situations or feelings that intensify depressive symptoms, helping you build awareness and gain more emotional control
identifying triggers
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Helping kids and teens rediscover what brings them happiness
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If your child or teen seems withdrawn or lacks interest in activities they once enjoyed, they might be experiencing depression. If you’re noticing changes in your their mood, such as persistent sadness or irritability, therapy can help them uncover the factors contributing to their feelings of depression. In therapy, we’ll work together to understand the underlying factors affecting their mood, empowering them to express themselves and reclaim their joy.
launching adults
I know how isolating depression can feel, especially when it seems like there’s no way out. Depression can show up in unique ways, like withdrawing from friends or losing motivation in school or work. But therapy can offer a chance to reshape your relationship with those tough emotions. We’ll focus on exploring the triggers that bring up these feelings, while also developing strategies to manage them. As we work together, I’ll help you strengthen your emotional awareness and find ways to reconnect with yourself and the people who matter to you. Through this process, you can start to rediscover those moments of happiness and feel more in control of your life.
