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Compassionate,
Science-Based Treatment for
OCD, Anxiety Disorders,
& OCD-Related Disorders
Specialties
Anxiety disorders are the most common psychiatric illnesses affecting children and adults, according to statistics from the Anxiety And Depression Association of America (ADAA.org). Approximately 40 million American adults suffer from anxiety disorders with only one-third of those receiving treatment.
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves obsessions AND compulsions. An obsession is an intrusive and unwanted thought that creates significant anxiety and discomfort. A compulsion is an overt or covert behavior done in attempt to reduce the discomfort of intrusive thoughts and feelings.
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It is estimated that approximately 2-5% of the general public suffer from trichotillomania and approximately 5% from skin picking. Unfortunately, very few health and mental health professionals are educated and trained about effective treatment for these Body Focused Repetitive Disorders.
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Eating Disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness with at least one person dying every 62 minutes as a direct result of an eating disorder, according to statistics by National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD.org). In the United States, at least 30 million people of all genders and ages suffer from an eating disorder.
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Who We Treat
Our Team
Each of our therapists are highly trained in the treatment of OCD, Anxiety Disorders, Body-focused repetitive behaviors and Eating Disorders. We care deeply about your well-being and are honored to be a part of your recovery journey.
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Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
MFC#121196Lacey holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from California Lutheran University and a Master of Arts in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Phillips Graduate University. She began her career in psychology working for various Department of Mental Health contracted programs in both Ventura and Los Angeles Counties. (more…)
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Melissa Martin, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist
LMFT#91285Melissa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and earned her degree from Phillips Graduate Institute. She has been working in the mental health field for over 12 years and is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to utilize their strengths to overcome obstacles to living their authentic life. (more…)
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Lindsey Torres, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
LCSW#67591Lindsey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and earned her degree from the University of Southern California in 2011. Before transitioning to private practice she worked for the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. Lindsey is a certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist with the Academy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She is also trained in the practice of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She served as the clinical team leader of a DBT program and a group CBT program for LA County for many years. (more…)
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Laurie Finberg, LMFT
Laurie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California & Arizona. She earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University. Laurie is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Response Prevention to help treat OCD and Anxiety Disorders. Before finding this specialty, Laurie worked as a clinician at Promises Treatment Centers, a renowned mental health and drug rehabilitation facility.
Laurie also treats Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors such as Trichotillomania (hair pulling) and Compulsive Skin Picking (Excoriation Disorder) using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Habit Reversal Training.
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Charity Wabuke MFC#87592
Licensed Marriage and Family TherapistFocus:
Charity is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University. She has been working in the mental health field for over 11 years with several of those years working for Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. (more…)
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Cheri Garza
Licensed Marriage and Family TherapistCheri is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and earned her master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the Antioch University in 2016. Cheri also earned her Bachelor of Psychology from California. State University, Northridge.
Cheri has specialized training in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, and Eating Disorders. Cheri is intensively trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention, specifically working with children, teens, and adults.
Cheri’s approach is highly collaborative and she remains committed to the delivery of evidence-based treatment to help clients reach their goals. Cheri has extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, OCD spectrum disorders and Eating Disorders.
Chari also treats Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors such as Trichotillomania (hair pulling) and Compulsive Skin Picking (Excoriation Disorder) using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Habit Reversal Training.
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Maren Sullivan, LCSW#25277
Licensed Marriage and Family TherapistMaren is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and earned her master’s degree in clinical social work from the University of Southern California in 2006. She has been working in the mental health field for over 12 years, several of those years working for Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. Maren is intensively trained in the practice of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and served as the clinical leader of a comprehensive DBT program for LA County for many years before transitioning to private practice.
Maren’s approach is highly collaborative and she remains committed to the delivery of evidence-based treatment to help clients reach their goals.
Maren has extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, OCD spectrum disorders and Eating Disorders.
Maren also treats Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors such as Trichotillomania (hair pulling) and Compulsive Skin Picking (Excoriation Disorder) using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Habit Reversal Training.
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Will Owens, MFC#91638
Licensed Marriage and Family TherapistFocus
Will is highly trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors and Eating Disorders.
Will uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for the treatment of OCD and OCD Spectrum Disorders such as Panic, Social Anxiety, Phobias, Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Hypochondria. Will uses a comprehensive treatment model called Habit Reversal Training (HRT) for Trichotillomania and Excoriation Disorder (skin Picking).
Will also includes complementary treatments such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy to tailor a treatment plan that is specific to her client’s needs.
Will provides treatment for the greater Los Angeles County area, San Fernando Valley area and Ventura County area, including Calabasas, Woodland Hills, Hidden Hills, Bell Canyon, Encino, Tarzana, Agoura, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Oak Park and Malibu.
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