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Joy Nakaatari-Dingman

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in CA Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, LMFTs, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

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Hi there, I'm Joy!

Hi! If you are experiencing a difficult time coping with ongoing uncertainty regarding the pandemic or other events in your life. You are not alone. Increases in anxiety, depression, anger, stress, and feelings of overwhelm are common. I am here to help and offer support. You may have experienced significant disruptions to your life such as job loss, social isolation, education loss, trauma, grief, strain in relationships, etc., and stress from the ongoing changes. I specialize in stress management, anxiety, depression, and trauma, highly sensitive people (HSP), and offer support and nurturing guidance through the process. I believe in the mind/body connection and use a holistic approach to healing and wellness. I have advanced training from the Center for Mind-Body Medicine. I teach mindfulness skills in conjunction with Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Trauma Informed care to assist with overcoming challenges with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-care, and self-esteem. I help individuals explore interpersonal relationships, and chronic stress and help them bring more balance into their lives. In my spare time, I enjoy teaching yoga, connecting with nature, and going to the beach.

About Joy

Specialities

Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Sleep or Insomnia
Panic Attacks
Chronic Pain

Methods

Art Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Experiential Therapy
Family Systems
Mindfulness-Based
Psychodynamic
Strength-Based
Humanistic

Practice

License

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, LMFTs, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna, Cigna, Optum, Anthem, MHN, Kaiser Permanente (Southern Ca), Tricare West, and Blue Shield of CA

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) Counseling w/ emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy California State University, Fullerton 2004

Session Information

Video session
60 minutes

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