The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.
CARL R. ROGERS
Welcome.
Finding the right therapist is the first step toward creating positive change in your life. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you are familiar with the process, my intention is to support your path of self-insight and discovery. I consider it a privilege to work with you on your journey and help you meet your goals.
What therapy can do.
Manage anxiety
Decrease depression
Increase self-worth
Improve self-awareness
Deepen connection to others
Develop coping skills
Therapy is an important and life-changing process that provides the self-understanding to empower you to create the life you want. In our work together, I strive to create an environment where you feel trust, safety, comfort and challenged to step out of old patterns.
Me.
Catherine Pancheri
We are living in uncertain times. But in spite of our current state of affairs, human beings are resilient and are more capable than we realize. Oftentimes this spirit lies dormant in us until something or someone brings it to life. I have experienced this “awakening” firsthand with the support and guidance of a therapist.
I was in search of acceptance, and I found that in the four walls of my therapist’s office. Today, I feel compelled to provide that same support to others.
Becoming a therapist fulfilled a lifelong dream of building a career and life that is centered on helping others.
I earned my Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, where diversity and social justice were important key elements of my learning experience.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#128178).
Clinical work.
My client-centered approach to therapy is one that focuses on relationships and being human. To meet you with unconditional positive regard, and empathetic understanding. Continuing to learn and train is an integral part of our work together and I am constantly continuing to expand and enhance my skills.
I worked, for three years, as a counselor at the Southern California Counseling Center (SCCC), one of the top training facilities in California. SCCC is a not-for-profit mental health agency serving the community under the premise that mental health care is a right, NOT a privilege. At SCCC, I’ve completed hundreds of counseling hours with individuals, couples, and families and facilitated process groups. I worked with students in LAUSD providing in-school individual counseling for children and adolescents. I have completed additional training, including:
MBSR - Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Certified
Externship in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
Core Skills in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
Our House - Intensive Grief Training program
The Trauma Resource Institute - Community Resiliency Model (CRM)
The Trauma Resource Institute - Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM)
SCCC School-Based Training Program
SCCC Clinical Skills Training Program
SCCC Family Therapy Training Program