Business Details
49 Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Therapy in Monrovia, CA
L.I.F.E. Counseling Group has been dedicated to mental health and emotional healing since 1977, serving individuals, couples, children, and families in the San Gabriel Valley. Our collective of independent licensed and pre-licensed Marriage and Family Therapists fosters a safe, inclusive environment for exploration and growth. We emphasize a creative therapeutic process rooted in the principles of Learning, Integration, Fulfillment, and Essence, guiding clients toward self-awareness and meaningful transformation. Our clinicians specialize in diverse areas such as trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, relationships, and mindfulness, tailoring care to each client's unique needs.With decades of combined experience, we remain committed to evolving with compassion, curiosity, and cultural sensitivity. Our mission is to empower clients through evidence-based practices and holistic approaches, ensuring accessibility via sliding scale options and insurance-affiliated providers. We prioritize transparency, ethical standards, and client-centered care, reflecting our dedication to trustworthiness and professional excellence.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Trauma Recovery
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Mindfulness Practices
Jungian Psychotherapy
EMDR Therapy
Family Therapy
Anxiety & Depression Treatment
Spiritual Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- Our therapists specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship counseling.
- We offer culturally sensitive care tailored to diverse client needs.
- Established in 1977, we bring decades of therapeutic expertise.
- Sliding scale options ensure accessible mental health services.
- Services available for individuals, couples, families, and children.
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide personalized mental health support for adults, focusing on self-awareness and emotional growth. Therapists address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions using evidence-based techniques. Clients develop coping strategies and explore personal goals in a confidential setting.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling helps partners improve communication and resolve conflicts. Therapists guide clients through relationship challenges, including trust issues and life transitions. Sessions focus on strengthening emotional connections and fostering mutual understanding.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized trauma recovery services address PTSD and intergenerational trauma using somatic and mindfulness-based approaches. Therapists help clients process traumatic experiences and build resilience. Treatment plans incorporate creative and holistic healing methods.
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Child and adolescent therapy supports emotional development and behavioral challenges. Therapists use play and art therapy to engage younger clients. Services address anxiety, school issues, and family dynamics in a nurturing environment.
Mindfulness Practices
Mindfulness-based therapy integrates meditation and present-moment awareness into mental health treatment. Clients learn stress reduction techniques and emotional regulation strategies. Sessions promote inner peace and self-compassion through contemplative practices.
People
Kathryn Bikle
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Kathryn Bikle specializes in depression, anxiety, trauma, and creativity using depth psychology and dream analysis. She supports clients in achieving emotional healing and personal growth through personalized therapeutic approaches.
Patrick Reeves
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Patrick Reeves focuses on anxiety, depression, and life transitions using Jungian and mindfulness-based therapies. He helps clients navigate mens issues and develop contemplative practices for emotional well-being and self-discovery.
Ginger Lewis
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Ginger Lewis provides therapy for children, adolescents, and adults addressing anxiety, trauma, and parenting challenges. Her practice incorporates art and play therapy to support emotional expression and family communication.
Colette Whitaker
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Colette Whitaker specializes in couples and individual therapy with a focus on spirituality, trauma, and self-esteem. She helps clients build healthier relationships and develop coping strategies for anxiety and codependency.
Julie Gigante
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Julie Gigante offers culturally sensitive therapy for womens issues, trauma, and life transitions. Her humanistic approach emphasizes existential exploration and person-centered care to support clients' emotional growth and resilience.
Questions
What types of therapy services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and child therapy specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and mindfulness-based practices.
How do I choose a therapist?
Review our therapists' profiles to find a specialist matching your needs, considering their expertise, approach, and availability for initial consultation.
Are services available for children?
Yes, we offer child and adolescent therapy using play and art therapy techniques to address emotional and behavioral challenges.
What are your fees?
Each therapist sets their own fees; some offer sliding scale options. Contact individual therapists directly for detailed pricing information.
Do you accept insurance?
Some therapists are affiliated with insurance panels. Check directly with your preferred therapist to confirm insurance acceptance and coverage details.
What if I need immediate help?
For emergencies, call 911 or contact your therapist for crisis support options available through their private practice.
