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My professional experience has allowed me to understand and assist clients as they traverse negative and positive changes in their...
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My professional experience has allowed me to understand and assist clients as they traverse negative and positive changes in their therapeutic journey.
Sara Lewis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) that has over 11 years of experience. She specializes in treating children, teens, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Sara is passionate about assisting others in obtaining optimal mental health while managing challenges of anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, career and professional issues, and social concerns.
Sara completed her Master's degree in Social Work at California State University-San Bernardino, with a specialization in Children, Youth, and Families. She is a divorced mother and grandmother that has intimately experienced the joys and stressors that accompany a life of varied and diverse emotions. Sara's professional expertise enables her to provide support and a collaborative experience to clients seeking help. Sara's interventions/modalities are eclectic and include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), solutions-focused therapy (SFT), and much more.
Sara will provide empathy and understanding to support you on your therapeutic journey while helping you obtain symptom reduction and better functioning in your daily life. Start your new path—schedule an appointment today.
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Both professional training and personal experience have shaped my therapeutic approach, enabling me to meet clients with empathy, ...
Both professional training and personal experience have shaped my therapeutic approach, enabling me to meet clients with empathy, insight, and a nonjudgmental presence.
I am Wendy Colocho, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence‑based care to individuals navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Drawing on my advanced clinical training and experience, I work with teens and adults seeking clarity, emotional balance, and meaningful change, helping them move toward improved well‑being and a stronger sense of self.
I use an integrative, evidence‑based, and holistic approach that combines psychotherapy with thoughtful medication management to support healing. Clients can expect compassionate, patient‑centered care tailored to concerns like depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and substance use, helping them build resilience and achieve lasting growth.
I would be honored to support you on your path toward healing. You deserve care that feels safe, collaborative, and empowering, and I’m here to walk with you as you take the next steps. When you're ready, I welcome you to schedule an appointment and begin this journey toward well‑being together.
As a minority female with Vietnamese-American refugee parents, I understand the unique challenges of transgenerational trauma and ...
As a minority female with Vietnamese-American refugee parents, I understand the unique challenges of transgenerational trauma and have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by factors stemming from grief, loss, and how we can use what we’ve learned to feel empowered once again.
I am an associate clinical social worker (ACSW) with 21 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, obsessive-compulsive disorder, ADD/ADHD, and life transitions. I also support individuals seeking healthier coping strategies and greater emotional balance as they move through challenging seasons of life.
I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of California at Los Angeles, with concentrations in gerontology and health. My clinical approach integrates dialectical behavior therapy and psychodynamic therapy, with a focus on setting realistic, attainable goals that support long-term growth and resilience.
When life feels overwhelming or difficult to manage, therapy can offer clarity, support, and direction. I provide a thoughtful, collaborative space where you can explore challenges, strengthen coping skills, and work toward meaningful change. I invite you to schedule a session when you feel ready to take the next step.
As a minority woman growing up in a family with alcohol, substance abuse, and domestic violence, I understand the challenges and s...
As a minority woman growing up in a family with alcohol, substance abuse, and domestic violence, I understand the challenges and strengths that are needed to overcome adversity, grow personally andprofessionally, and reach one's goals and aspirations.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 20 years of experience. I provide compassionate and culturally responsive care to clients from diverse socioeconomic, ethnic, racial, and cultural backgrounds. My expertise includes treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, and alcohol and substance use challenges, along with concerns such as codependency, conflict resolution, anger management, divorce and separation, low self-esteem, employment-related difficulties, and major life transitions. My advanced training during my alcohol/substance abuse fellowship strengthened my background in addiction treatment.
I earned my master’s in psychology and marriage and family therapy from Alliant International University. My therapeutic orientation is humanistic, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. I use integrative, client-centered approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy, and cognitive processing therapy.
I take an empowering approach that supports clients in building insight, confidence, and the coping skills needed to improve well-being. I prioritize communication, partnership, and a trusting therapeutic connection. Sessions begin with active listening and a nonjudgmental space designed to help clients feel supported as they work toward meaningful change.
I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and accepted without judgment, allowing them to show up as their auth...
I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and accepted without judgment, allowing them to show up as their authentic selves.
I spent many years working in the entertainment industry before returning to school to pursue my passion for helping others and creating a safe, supportive space where people can feel heard, understood, and accepted. I am currently an ACSW working toward licensure, with training in trauma-informed care, substance abuse, and Motivational Interviewing. I work with a wide range of clients, particularly individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, stress, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, and self-esteem challenges, and many are seeking support in understanding themselves more deeply, improving coping skills, building healthier relationships, and feeling more grounded in their daily lives.
My approach is trauma-informed, compassionate, and collaborative. I utilize Motivational Interviewing and person-centered techniques to help clients build insight, strengthen coping skills, and feel more empowered in their lives. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, and emotional challenges while creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for healing and growth.
Healing and growth can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate it alone. I strive to create a space where clients feel safe, supported, and accepted for who they are. If you are ready to begin your journey toward healing, self-understanding, and personal growth, I would be honored to support you along the way.
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Yes, there are therapists who help with anger via Anger management therapy. It’s a therapeutic process that an individual goes through to manage their anger and identify its triggers. They’re given clear instructions on how to improve their angry behavior as well as a safe space for opening up about their emotions.
Once an individual’s triggers are identified, anger management therapy focuses on helping the individual process and respond to these emotions in a more positive and productive manner. The anger management therapist will provide coping strategies and ultimately help their client take back control of their anger.
The five keys to mastering anger include identifying triggers, pausing before reacting, calmly expressing emotions, discovering constructive outlets for frustration, and seeking professional assistance if necessary. Acquiring these skills through Anger management therapy empowers individuals to effectively manage and navigate their anger.
The best therapy for anger management often involves cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps individuals identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior related to anger.
Anger management therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Often, Anger management therapy lasts between 4-6 weeks. However, it can last longer, dependent on the individual’s needs.
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Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Thousand Oaks is located at the intersection of Camino Dos Rios and W Hillcrest Rd – this can be accessed easily from Ventura Fwy. We share a building with Edward Jones, and our building is located right next door to KnowledgeLens's building.
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