Risa Palega
Hello! My name is Risa Palega and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I have twelve years of experiences providing mental health services to individuals, adolescents and young adults as well as two years of providing mobile crisis support. Using a strength-based, solution- focused approach, I specialize in working with clients through transitions such as breakups or job changes, emotional challenges and life stressors. I offer a calm and supportive presence at the same time providing the motivation my clients need to get through transitions. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where I provide tools that my clients can utilize to manage anxiety, depression and stress that can accompany any change in life.
First session
In our first session together, you will find a welcoming space designed to help ease the anxiety of navigating life changes. We will start off with friendly conversation and brief introductions, where you will share your background and current challenges. We'll take some time to discuss what you hope to achieve from therapy, identifying initial goals to guide our work together.
Strengths
I am a therapist who specializes in working with individuals navigating the challenges of anxiety and major life transitions. My strengths lie in my integrative approach which combines systematic thinking with mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral strategies to tailor therapy to each client's unique story. I create a compassionate and safe space where every individual feels heard and valued. By collaboratively setting goals and exploring the dynamics of relationships and self, I empower my clients to build resilience and meaningful change.
Ideal clients
I love working with individuals who are open to growth and have the willingness to invest their time. My clients are navigating the complexities of relationships, transitions and stressors in their lives. They often come from diverse backgrounds and may be experiencing pressures from balancing work, life transitions and intergenerational family dynamics. My clients have reached a point where they are ready for self-reflection and prepared to put in the work for change.
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- CaliforniaLicense 129975