Joe Girillo
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT 85895I provide psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families.
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I know what it's like when your mind constantly wanders, except for those times when you get intensely focused on the wrong things, making it hard to pull away. The anxiety of everything you need to do looms over you. At home, everyone expects you to organize their lives while you struggle to organize your own. You feel frustrated for not meeting their expectations and can't comprehend why you can't accomplish things you know you should be able to do. Life feels chaotic and out of control.
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Are you anxious or stressed? A bit of a perfectionist for whom things are not perfect? Are past events getting in the way of what you want to do in the present? I love working with adults and teens dealing with anxiety or panic, trauma (including complex trauma), creative/entertainment industry issues, relationships, and identity issues.
Are you experiencing severe anxiety, overwhelmed by fear, struggling to sleep or confused by your loss of interest in things that used to bring you joy? Are you feeling emotional unstable in an intimate relationship, but stable in all your others? Do you say to yourself, 'something is not right', but can't pinpoint what it is? You may have been targeted by a Narcissist or experienced relational trauma. Together you and I will work together to discover the source and reclaim yourself.
The teenage years are filled with anxieties of self discovery and identity. As a young adult you may have parts of yourself you feel like you must hide. You may feel like there are conflicts with who you are, and how you currently present in the world. You may be coming to a deeper understanding of your gender or sexual identity. This can be a scary time that can complicate your relationship with your friends and family. Together we can explore ways to find a little more ease in the journey.
I have experience working with individuals & couples that struggle with anxiety, depression, communication, trauma, loss, chronic illness, and perhaps have reached an impasse with moving forward within a career, relationship, or other life events. Individuality & diversity are paramount and I welcome those that might be described as "outside the box." I also have extensive experience working with professional artists and those in the entertainment industry & am trained in EMDR trauma therapy.
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Are there moments when you feel overwhelmed, tired of feeling stressed, anxious, and discouraged from life events that are out of your control? Maybe you have experienced a significant loss like a relationship ending, a job loss, a move, loss of financial security, or the death of a loved one? All life changes both positive and negative can throw you into grief, a state of disequilibrium, where you struggle to find a new normal or you experience difficulties in your relationships.
You're in your 20s or 30s, and while on the outside you seem to have it all together, on the inside you feel broken. You prioritize others' needs over your own, leading to resentment, burnout, and disconnection. You’ve had relationships and experiences in your past that make you feel lonely, defective, ashamed, and unworthy. You're an expert at intellectualizing your problems, but struggle to connect to your body and emotions. You want to feel in control and take back power over your life.
You are an individual adult and a couple who are highly sensitive empaths and neurodiverse. As creatives and high-achieving professionals, you desire to heal from your childhood attachment injuries and build safe, connected, and meaningful relationships. You've experienced grief and loss, encountered massive life transitions, and carried various obvious and not-so-obvious marginalized identities. You're not looking for temporary bandaids and believe sustainable healing is worth investing in.
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Reaching out for help is one of the most humbling experiences we can go through in life. In a world that is constantly pushing narratives on us based on race, gender, sexuality and/or dominant cultural beliefs, it is life-affirming to engage preferred narratives that support and empower our own values. In difficult times it is easy to feel misunderstood or lost, longing to reconnect with our own resources. My work aims for those reconnections.
Have you noticed that it's in the places you are supposed to be most relaxed (meditation, vacation, weekends, sleep) that your mind feels louder than ever? It might feel like the idea of letting your thoughts go is meant for “normal” people and that does not include you. Maybe you stand guard to keep yourself from your worst case, as if your attention to your thoughts keeps you from descending into unimaginable fear. I can help you sift through the noise and regain your confidence in yourself.
Some typical psychotherapy concerns are: Relationship/couple issues Interracial/intercultural relationships Mood disorders Anxiety Disorders Undereating and Overeating Body image issues Personality disorders High conflict divorce Family reunification Racial trauma Parenting/child behavior problems Sexual compulsivity/addiction Sexual abuse, sexual assault Complex trauma issues/PTSD Compulsive spending/shopping LGBTQIA concerns First generation concerns More
I have extensive experience working with the Black community, as well as other communities of color, and the LGBTQ and Non-Binary communities. I support adults, teens, individuals, and couples from all cultural backgrounds. Everyone is welcome! I am licensed in California, Kansas, and Texas and am limited to only seeing clients within the boundaries of those states. California -LMFT, Lic #121606 Kansas -LCMFT, Lic #03112 Texas -LMFT, Lic #205685
Our therapists specialize in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns with tailoring to identity trauma. We understand the profound impact of traumatic experiences and the importance of finding inner strength. We are committed to serving individuals from marginalized groups, including but not limited to people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those who face societal barriers. Our practice is a safe haven where you can be your authentic self, free from judgment and discrimination.
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Do you feel like you're trudging through life, weighed down by a constant sense of sadness & worry? Perhaps the joy you once knew has faded, replaced by a persistent feeling of being stuck. You're not alone. Millions of adults struggle with depression, anxiety, ADHD, & an overwhelming sense of being trapped in a cycle of negativity. I understand the profound impact these conditions can have on your daily life. The relentless drain of energy and the crippling anxieties can be really difficult.
Being human is hard. When two different people, flaws and all, form a relationship, it’s harder. When those two decide that they want to swing with other couples, that can be even more complicated. Or perhaps they decide to open up their relationship on occasion. What are the boundaries? How about when those two humans become part of a triad, or quad? There might be some unique challenges with that choice as well. And jealousy! Navigating yours, and theirs, is not for the faint of heart.
Therapy is successful when you have a therapist who understands you AND knows how to help you. I work with men and women navigating relationships, marriage, anxiety/depression, major life transitions, and family conflicts, all while trying to integrate two very different cultures – the one we’re born into and the one we’re living in. As a South Asian woman and a therapist for over seven years, I understand how culture plays a huge role in our unique challenges and expectations.