Shapiro
Counseling
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Marriage & Family Therapist | MA| MFT
Serving Greater San Diego
Leo Shapiro, MA, MFT
Locations
Vista, California 92081 | Kenssington, California 92116
Specialties
· Anxiety
· Depression
· Self Esteem
Marriage & Family Therapist
Marriage and family therapists have either a master's or doctorate degree specializing in family and interpersonal dynamics. They treat individuals in the context of family relationships, addressing issues from anger and resentment to intimacy and communication skills.
MA
A Master of Arts is a postgraduate academic degree typically based in fine art, humanities, social science, theology, or other liberal arts areas of study. It usually requires two years of study along with a thesis. Many counselors and social workers hold a master's degree, and many Ph.D. psychologists earn a master's "en route" to earning their doctorate degree
MFT
The Marriage and Family Therapist has a graduate academic degree, earned in two to five years, plus clinical work experience, which can take one to three years. Therapists with an MFT treat a wide range of problems focusing on families and relationships. All states except Montana, North Dakota, and West Virginia offer MFT licensing exams. (American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists)
Leo Shapiro, MA, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist , MA , MFT
Are you looking for a professional in psychotherapy, or you need a genuine and understanding individual who is professional at what you're looking for? I will create friendly, confidential, safe and secure environment for you to help you explore, identify, understand, and vent a source of your emotional pain. Through calming, distraction techniques and empowerment work we will overcome distressing feelings, intrusive and fearful thoughts, and avoid ant and maladaptive behavior. I will help you develop more serenity and better insight into your past and present mental-emotional experience. Your ultimate goal will be to make a peace with yourself and the surrounding environment.
Hypnotherapy has a direct, observable, and positive effect on the brain. I provide hypnotherapy for those who struggle with phobias, depression, anxiety, smoking addiction, and post traumatic problems. It is very helpful in detecting emotionally repressive distressing feelings including irrational fears, suppressed rage, and anxiety insecurities related to painful childhood experiences.
Hypnotherapy to address anxiety, fears, depression. Working with people who have suffered child abuse issues and traumatic experience. Cognitive-behavioral interventions to help people make a sense of what prevents them from feeling good. Acceptance Commitment therapy to alleviate emotional issues, to stop resisting the necessity of adjustment in life.
Call or Email Leo Shapiro, MA, MFT for a free phone consultation now - (760) 652-9779