About

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

If you're looking for extra support and guidance in resolving a challenging situation, or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.

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With 40 years of clinical experience, Ken Gardner is a California State Licensed Marriage Family Therapist specializing in interactive, solution-focused therapy with individuals, couples and families. He is also a California State Board Certified Hypnotherapist. When requested and appropriate, he will offer hypnotherapy as an evidence-based supportive treatment.

With compassion and understanding, Ken works with clients to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

Each person and set of circumstances is different, so you can expect an integrated approach to counseling that is highly tailored to your specific needs.

Areas of specialization include; personality disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, panic, habit control, stress, professional and personal relationship growth, and impulse control counseling for children & youth.


Education

Master's Degree in Psychology from California State University, Sonoma
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from University of Utah


License, Certifications, and Credentials

California State Licensed Marriage Family Therapist
California State Board Certified Hypnotherapist (California State Board Of Behavioral Sciences)
California Community College Counseling Credential
California Community College Instructor Credential

Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (American Council Of Hypnotist Examiners)


Professional Memberships

Clinical Member American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
Clinical Member California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists





Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when we need some help from a certified professional to cope with many of life’s challenges. I’m a licensed Psychotherapist with offices in Southern California, and I’d love to assist you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. Since opening the doors of my practice 41 years ago, I have provided patients in California with a wide range of psychological services.



Life can be overwhelming and sometimes even exhausting, but I’m here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply and better cope with change. We will identify symptoms, decrease and eliminate them, and create a happy and fulfilled life.

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