About Johanna
It is courageous to ask for help. Life is hard at times. In a safe warm non judgmental environment, I want you to relax and let your journey unfold. Let me provide the space so that you may find your way. It is ok to have pain. Einstein asserted that "you cannot solve a problem in the same condition it was created" meaning we need an outside person to gain perspective, have insight, and create change. My approach is best described as gently truthful and straightforward. I believe in you and want to work with you to create the life you deserve to have.
I am the choice for those seeking healing and growth. I work in a solution focused and with different approaches so that you use your strengths to maximize your healing. I work with individuals, adolescents, and their families especially in the areas of self esteem, trauma, divorce, and coparenting, and self harm behaviors. My work is deep and soulful and as a result, I sometimes run over time by a small bit in order to complete the work in moment. Flexibility, patience, and kindness are important for the environment.
"All you need is love" - The Beatles
Educational & PROFESSIONAL Background
M.S. Marriage and Family Therapy, with distinction, California State University Northridge, 2005
B.S. Liberal Studies with an emphasis in Psychology, Western Washington University, 2002
Private Practice MFT Thousand Oaks CA.
Director of The Girls’ Empowerment Center, Inc. Thousand Oaks, CA.
Marriage and Family Therapist, intern. Lutheran Social Services, Thousand Oaks, CA. 2005-2008
Marriage and Family Therapist, intern. Aspiranet, Ventura, CA. 2007-2008
Marriage and Family Therapist, intern. Interface Children Family Services, Camarillo, CA. 2004-2007
Professional Public Speaker for program “Impact of Domestic Violence on Children 0-5” through Strategies, Camarillo, CA.
Member in good standing, California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. 2003 to present.
Member of Phi Kappa Phi 2004- present
Certified PCIT therapist
Reiki Certified
Certified DNMS practitioner
Rates
Insurance billed as a courtesy and client is responsible for charges and fees not covered. Currently in network with Anthem Blue Cross. All other insurance billed Out of Network.
Phone & FaceTime Session: (Teleheath available in CA)
$80.00 / 30 min
$150.00 / 50 min
In Office Session:
$90.00 / Office 30 min
$160.00 / Office 50 min
$250.00 / Office 90 min
Reiki
$100 / Office 60 minutes
Contact Me
I will do my best to answer all inquiries through this form. However, the best way to contact me is by calling or texting my phone, (805)-341-5735. Although I’m not always taking in new clients, please do reach out and let me know in your message if you would be interested in seeing one of my supervised interns.