It is becoming clear that the current pandemic is taking a toll on folks' mental well-being. The isolation, stress, uncertainty and very real health risks imposed by this virus are challenging our resilience and straining our ability to cope. Many of us have turned to family and friends, which has brought so many of us closer.
However sometimes, your family and friends may not have the clinical training to be the best of assistance to you. So having a point of contact who is also a well trained clinician, focused entirely on your well-being, can make all the difference to help you get through.
However sometimes, your family and friends may not have the clinical training to be the best of assistance to you. So having a point of contact who is also a well trained clinician, focused entirely on your well-being, can make all the difference to help you get through.
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Dr. Stacy Kim Johnston's Theoretical Orientation is a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral and Insight-Oriented frameworks depending on the client's needs. I treat each client as a respected individual and take a humanistic, psycho-educational, coach-like approach.
I strongly believe that every human being has inner strengths, some unrecognized, and that exploring and building upon these strengths (versus focusing on pathology) is what can lead individuals to a more balanced life, rich with happiness &fulfillment.I personally strive to live each day in a meaningful way and look forward to helping others do the same.
I strongly believe that every human being has inner strengths, some unrecognized, and that exploring and building upon these strengths (versus focusing on pathology) is what can lead individuals to a more balanced life, rich with happiness &fulfillment.I personally strive to live each day in a meaningful way and look forward to helping others do the same.
We understand that better than anyone, so we value connection above all else. That's why it's our motto and why we emphasize it in the training of our clinicians and staff.
Whether you are looking for individual, group, family therapy, or marriage counseling, you can expect to work with a thoughtful, caring, and knowledgeable professional, who will take the time to listen and understand your perspective and experiences without judgement, before applying scientifically-tested therapeutic strategies to help you adapt and thrive.
Whether you are looking for individual, group, family therapy, or marriage counseling, you can expect to work with a thoughtful, caring, and knowledgeable professional, who will take the time to listen and understand your perspective and experiences without judgement, before applying scientifically-tested therapeutic strategies to help you adapt and thrive.
If you are seeking psychological testing and assessment of any kind, you deserve an accurate and therapeutic evaluation. But what does that mean? It means you will leave feeling like the professional you saw really took the time and displayed effort in getting to know you from a holistic perspective.
We are very excited to announce that Southern California Psychology Centers is now offering medication evaluation and management services for children, by our Board Certified Pediatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Anushree Parashar, M.D. After completing her Medical school in India, Dr Parashar moved to US for her Adult Psychiatry Training at Wayne State University/ Detroit Medical Center.
If you need a medication evaluation and prescription, please note that our staff psychiatrist accepts many insurance plans. If your plan is not accepted, call today to find out about self-pay rates. When considering the need for medications, many people have strong feelings about whether they are an option in treatment.
Reviews (10)
Raymond Michel
Dec 13, 2021
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Edit: Got a response from somebody helpful, but the level of anxiety and difficulty to get to that point is why I'm keeping the review at this mark. Thank you so much Sophia for helping walk me through things instead of just giving me a "figure it out" or "not our problem" type of stonewall response.
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Amazing doctors, absolutely terrible staffing otherwise sometimes. Been going here for years and been trying to give them the benefit of the doubt, but it's so far beyond any type of okay anymore, and all the other reviews on this page lately show it. I've never gotten a response quicker
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Amazing doctors, absolutely terrible staffing otherwise sometimes. Been going here for years and been trying to give them the benefit of the doubt, but it's so far beyond any type of okay anymore, and all the other reviews on this page lately show it. I've never gotten a response quicker
Nicole Meyer
Sep 03, 2021
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I called to make an initial appointment, and was told that I needed a referral from my PCP. I called my insurance to verify my benefits, and was informed directly that I didn't need a referral and mental health benefits were covered. I called back the next day to try scheduling again, and the person I spoke to seemed confused when trying to figure out my benefits, said she would call me back, and then never did. Two failed attempts at making an appointment with a provider that should accept my insurance. Should not be so hard! I moved on to a different provider.
Michael Hall
Aug 18, 2021
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9/9/202: and it gets better. After this place telling me I owe them $600 for three visits, which finally got resolved (I don’t owe them more than just 3 copays or $45) I get this as a response from the person in charge. If this is how to talk to people, good luck.
Edit 8/12/21:
This place just keeps getting worse and worse. Stay away. My insurance changed 10/20, called office and gave new insurance information. Person on the phone said I was good and my insurance is accepted and nothing will change. Well, let’s fast forward a few months and a few appointments later. I get a bill for over
Edit 8/12/21:
This place just keeps getting worse and worse. Stay away. My insurance changed 10/20, called office and gave new insurance information. Person on the phone said I was good and my insurance is accepted and nothing will change. Well, let’s fast forward a few months and a few appointments later. I get a bill for over
Gordon Brown
Jun 19, 2021
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We have certainly gotten off on the wrong foot. . . I called at 9:00 A.M. this morning 6/21/2021. There was a message that no one was available to take the call. In anticipation that I may have called before the receptionist/scheduler had made it to the office, I called back a few more times during the morning. Each time I called I was transferred to a phone messaging system with the message that someone would get back with me within 24 hours. I did not leave a message on any of my morning calls.
Thinking that I might have better luck in the afternoon, I called back at 4:45 P.M. I was put on hold
Thinking that I might have better luck in the afternoon, I called back at 4:45 P.M. I was put on hold
Kathy Hendershot
May 01, 2021
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Emily S.
Apr 25, 2021
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I’m really disappointed with this center. I’ve been with them over a year now and haven’t had any issue until recently. I called to cancel an appointment I had, a day prior, and left a voicemail. 5 days later I get a charge on my card for a full price visit. I didn’t remember they had a 48hr cancellation policy and not a 24hr cancellation policy and so I own that and will pay the fee because that is my fault. (Had to cancel for an important work meeting. Unfortunately work comes first :/)
However, the reason I’m writing this review, and ended up sharing the above situation, is because
However, the reason I’m writing this review, and ended up sharing the above situation, is because
Aaron Wicht
Dec 11, 2020
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Nicole Leavitt
Sep 12, 2020
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We came to SoCal Psychology Centers for my child and the therapist was incredible! My daughter learned so much and loved each time she had her appointment. We started during COVID quarantine and the process was seamless with appointments through Zoom. It was just like being in the office in person. I would recommend SoCal Psychology Centers to anyone!
James Howlett
Jun 12, 2018
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First session was good even though it started late because no one was at the front office. I was sick for the second appointment and missed it so they called me to charge me the no show fee the next day. For my third visit I showed up to find out Stacy K. Johnston had cancelled all my appointments. I did not wish to continue treatment here due to lack of trust. Hope this helps.
Alicia Brown
Oct 25, 2016
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I have been through many counseling offices through the years. I have been treating here for about 5 months now.The office staff is warm and friendly. My psychologist is phenomenal. I have gained so much new insight into my life from our sessions. From my first appointment to any needs that have come up since I started, I have been treated with friendly professionalism. I am grateful that I found such a great supportive group to help me. I feel very strongly they have helped me to improve my life. Thank you.
