About

Hi there, I'm Gary! Hello! My name is Gary L Bushweiler, Ph.D. I am a licensed clinical psychologist (California license #PSY 5340). I provide individual, group, and couples psychotherapy to adults and teens (14 and up]. I utilize evidence-based psychotherapy for the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, and challenging life transitions such as aging, death of a partner or spouse, and bereavement. My areas of specialization include helping individuals and couples develop new skills and approaches to bring about change in their lives. My approach I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for individuals to express their concerns and feelings and be understood. My role is to collaborate with clients to bring about healthy changes in their lives. I utilize evidence-based treatment, supported by current research, to help my clients. Generally, I draw from the cognitive, behavioral, and neuroscience-based schools of therapy, and have been trained in approaches to deal with depression, anxiety, trauma, and interpersonal problems. My psychotherapy approach includes a number of therapeutic strategies that are based on the needs of my clients, as opposed to a one-size-fits-all approach. My focus In my long career, I have worked with a large variety of individuals. Depression and anxiety disorders are generally the most frequent life problems I work with. I am also skilled in working with chronic pain, relationship problems, job, and home stress, as well as current and past trauma. My communication style My style with clients is non-judgmental and interactive. Clients are encouraged and are free to discuss any concerns or issues, past or present. I engage directly with a client during the therapy session, using clear communication to help understand my clients and provide honest, open feedback and suggestions for change. My journey to therapy I believe that I am, by nature, a helping person.