If your life isn't all that you dream and imagine it to be; If you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work, and health; If you find it hard to be kind to yourself; If you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in... Contact me so we can work together. "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain" My name is Rena, a licensed clinical therapist who assists individuals in moving through crisis and change. I am a multicultural client-centered therapist who works in the mental health field for over 8 years. I have worked with many adults, seniors, children, families, couples, etc. My goal is to help you achieve and live the life you want and deserve, and I do this by helping you remove the blocks of personal growth, improve relationships with yourself and others, and find relief from your struggles. （中文/En）
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, my goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you can begin to share what’s bringing you in. We'll spend time getting to know each other — I’ll ask some questions about your current concerns, personal history, and goals for therapy, but you’re always welcome to share at your own pace. This session is also a chance for you to get a feel for how I work and ask any questions you might have. Together, we’ll start building a foundation for our work and explore what you hope to get out of therapy.
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Specialties: (国语) Anxiety and Panic Disorders/Depression; Life Transitions (Parenting, career, death, divorce, etc); General relationship challenges (family, friends, co-workers); Generational Trauma; Asian Family/Relationship; Self-esteem Issue; Trauma.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
Clients who want to work on: Generational Trauma, Low Self-esteem, Depression, Anxiety, Panic disorder, Sexual Abuse, Childhood Trauma, Stress, Grief, Breakup, etc.
About Rena Ren
Rena Ren offers therapy covered by Central California Alliance for Health (Medi-Cal), Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal), L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Orange County Mental Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal) and San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal) in California.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
As a therapist, my experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) spans over years, during which I have witnessed its profound impact on individuals struggling with various mental health concerns. In my practice, I implement CBT techniques tailored to each client's unique needs and presenting problems. Through collaborative exploration, I assist clients in identifying and understanding the cognitive distortions and negative thought patterns that contribute to their distress. Together, we work to challenge and reframe these maladaptive beliefs, fostering more adaptive and realistic thinking processes.
Compassion Focused
My journey with Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) has been deeply enriching, both personally and professionally. In my practice, I have found CFT to be particularly effective in working with individuals who struggle with shame, self-criticism, and difficulties in self-soothing. Through the lens of CFT, I help clients understand the evolutionary origins of their emotional experiences, emphasizing the importance of responding to oneself with kindness, warmth, and understanding.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
In my practice, I utilize EFT primarily in working with couples, although its principles can also be applied to individual therapy and family therapy settings. EFT provides a roadmap for understanding and transforming relational distress by helping couples identify and reshape their negative interaction cycles while fostering a deeper emotional connection.
Attachment-based
Central to this approach is the recognition that our early experiences with caregivers shape our internal working models of self and others, influencing how we perceive and navigate relationships throughout our lives. One key aspect of Attachment-Based Therapy is creating a secure therapeutic alliance characterized by trust, empathy, and attunement. I strive to provide clients with a safe and supportive space where they feel seen, heard, and understood, mirroring the responsive caregiving that fosters secure attachment bonds.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Therapy has been a transformative component of my therapeutic approach, offering clients a powerful pathway to self-awareness, emotional regulation, and holistic well-being. Grounded in ancient contemplative practices and modern psychology, Mindfulness-Based Therapy emphasizes present moment awareness, acceptance, and non-judgmental observation of thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations. By cultivating mindfulness skills, clients learn to develop a deeper understanding of their inner experiences, reduce reactivity, and cultivate a greater sense of equanimity and resilience in the face of life's challenges.