It is a joy to be hidden and disaster not to be found.

~D. W. Winnicott

Come Understand and Be Understood

Let Me Join You on Your Journey

Counseling & Psychological Services
in Norwalk, Tustin, and Newport Beach, CA

Confusion is KING!

“Should I get up and go to work?” “Should I call a friend?” “Should I continue hiding?”

Indecision, tormenting thoughts, shame and guilt.

Anxiety does that to us. Indecision is a daily occurrence, frequently throughout the day. And then comes the anger at oneself or everyone around when a decision can’t be made – and nothing happens because nothing was decided.

Relationships can be challenging…

Why?

Perhaps it is a learned behavior from early childhood observation of relationships in your life. Perhaps it is the anger that grows from never clearly understanding what should be done at any time. Perhaps it is bipolar disorder. So many possibilities. Oh, to understand what is going on.

Therapy is an opportunity…

In therapy, we can explore the relationships that molded you into the person you are. We can take the opportunity to refocus your energy. We can work toward an understanding of why you behave the way you do in different situations.

From this understanding can come movement forward – a journey to a new place where anger is a distant memory, where relationships are rich, and where there is peace inside your head and heart.

Perhaps we will use assessments to gain greater insight into the struggles you face and develop a plan that will move you into a place where these struggles are no longer present.

Hi, I’m Kaneeza

Kaneeza Lafir

PsyD, PsyD, PhD, CAMS-II

I have found that each client comes with a unique set of experiences. Keeping this in mind, I join my clients on their journey of understanding and exploration.

I’ve succeeded in helping individuals with long-term personality issues and individuals dealing with depression and anxiety, bipolar disorder, guilt and shame-related issues. My extensive training also includes psychoeducational evaluations and assessments of children and adults.

Sometimes our strongest inclination is to hide when what we will benefit from is support to face our ghosts of the past.

Let’s journey together and see how your experiences from the past shape the way you live your life.

Imagine feeling seen and heard.

Please call me at (562) 773-3044 or complete the contact form below.

Let’s Talk

Come understand and be understood.

Today is only one day in all the days that will ever be. But what will happen in all the other days that ever come can depend on what you do today.

~Ernest Hemingway