Kristen Mihara, LCSW
Licensed in California · In person in West Los Angeles & Brentwood · Online anywhere in California
Therapy to get you unstuck and create lasting change
Book a call with meYou know you can’t keep doing things this way. Something needs to change but you don’t know what…
You’ve spent a lot of time trying to hold it all together. Maybe it’s time to feel free.
You’re insightful.
You know your anxiety has a reason. You can see how your past has shaped the way you relate to yourself and others.
So why is it still so hard to change?
You still find yourself second-guessing yourself, overthinking, saying yes when you want to say no, or worrying about what someone else will think.
And now you’re tired.
Maybe you’ve learned to be the “good one,” the responsible one, the successful one, or the one who keeps everyone happy.
How I can help
Choose what feels closest to where you are right now.
Anxiety, Stress & Perfectionism
You want to stop letting anxiety, perfectionism, or fear of rejection make your decisions for you. We will get to the root of your anxious thoughts and stress responses.
Learn more →Childhood Trauma & EMDR
Maybe you’ve experienced emotional rejection, emotional abuse, or childhood experiences that taught you your needs weren’t as important as everyone else’s. We will help you heal.
Learn more →Bicultural & Adult Children of Immigrants
Maybe you’ve connected some dots to your parents who are immigrants and are navigating various generational and cultural divides.
Learn more →Christian Counseling
Your faith doesn’t have to be left at the door. You don’t have to choose between taking your mental health seriously and honoring your faith.
Learn more →Premarital & Pre-Engagement Counseling
Strengthen your relationship before marriage. Together, we’ll build communication that bolsters your connection for years to come.
Learn more →Not sure where you fit?
Schedule a free call with me and we’ll talk through what’s keeping you stuck.
Book a free call →Questions about fees or insurance? See my FAQ & Fees
You want something different.
To feel more peaceful and free
and trust yourself enough to make choices without wondering whether someone else will approve.
To connect meaningfullly with others
Grow in your capacity to love, understand, and connect more deeply with the people around you.
To feel like yourself again
or maybe for the first time.
Hi, I’m Kristen
I specialize in helping high achieving people who are constantly thinking in loops and trying never to disappoint, move from overwhelm to clarity and meaningful connection.
Therapy with me is a place to open up, connect the dots, alter past patterns, and experience peace as you create the change you’ve been searching for.
“My goal is not simply to help you ‘manage symptoms,’ but to help you understand yourself more deeply and heal the wounds that keep you stuck.”
My approach to therapy is compassionate, direct and insight oriented, focused on helping you understand the deeper emotional patterns that shape how you see yourself, relate to others, and navigate life's challenges. Rather than simply managing symptoms, we'll work together to explore the roots of your struggles, process difficult emotions, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Ready to feel more like yourself?
My hope is that you will feel deeply supported and understood as we explore the roots of what’s keeping you stuck.