MILIKA CENTER FOR THERAPY & RESILIENCE
Top-Rated Los Angeles Life Transition Therapy
Build resilience in the face of life’s challenges with therapy for life transitions in Los Angeles, CA.
Life transitions can be difficult to navigate, especially on your own. Whether you’re facing a career change, relationship shift, or another major life change, therapy can help you gain the the coping skills, support and resilience you need to adjust to new circumstances.
At Milika Center for Therapy & Resilience, we offer expert life transition therapy to help you build emotional strength and navigate these challenging times with confidence. With our compassionate team of therapists and individualized approach to life transition counseling, you can create a path forward that works for you.
Why Choose Milika Center for Therapy and Resilience?
- Clinicians with over 10-20 years of experience working with individuals and families through life transitions.
- Specialized therapy modalities tailored to your unique needs (e.g., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness based and trauma informed care).
- Our compassionate and dedicated team is dedicated to providing a supportive and non-judgmental space to navigate life's challenges, offering guidance and expertise to help you thrive through times of transition.
- Convenient Los Angeles locations with in-office, virtual sessions available.
- Flexible scheduling includes daytime and late-evening hours, ensuring we can adapt to your busy lifestyle.
- Personalized approach that honors your unique experiences, values, cultural background, and personal preferences to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
- Trusted and highly-rated team—As a trusted resource, we are frequently recommended by other professionals to support their clients. Our team's exceptional service and expertise have earned us a stellar reputation.
3 of the best Los Angeles life transitions therapists
At Milika Center for Therapy & Resilience, our team of professional and empathetic therapists is passionate about helping individuals, families, and couples navigate life's most significant changes and transitions with resilience and confidence. With a personalized and non-judgmental approach, we provide a safe and supportive environment to explore challenges, foster growth, and cultivate lasting change.
Below, meet three of our distinguished therapists who specialize in life transition therapy.
1. Dr. Kanchi Wijesekera, Ph.D.
Founder & Clinical Director
Dr. Kanchi is a compassionate and experienced clinical psychologist and the founder of Milika Center for Therapy & Resilience. With over 10 years of experience, she has developed a unique approach that combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and mindfulness techniques to foster emotional healing and personal growth.
Dr. Kanchi specializes in supporting individuals and families navigating significant life transitions, with a focus on youth and adolescent mental health, maternal mental health and wellness, physician wellness, entertainment industry support, and resilience training. Her extensive experience working in pediatric medical settings uniquely equips her to support individuals coping with grief, medical trauma, chronic illness, and other significant life challenges, empowering them to build emotional strength and resilience.
2. Dr. Venus Mirbod, Psy.D. ("Dr. V")
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Venus Mirbod, Psy.D. ("Dr. V") is a warm and empathetic clinical psychologist dedicated to supporting individuals and families through significant life transitions. She provides personalized care and guidance for those navigating changes such as motherhood, interpersonal relationships, career shifts, medical diagnoses, and other major life events. With a background in cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-informed practices, Dr. V provides personalized care to those navigating anxiety, depression, and medical trauma.
Her work with expecting and new mothers is particularly impactful, as she offers compassionate support for postpartum anxiety, depression, and trauma. Dr. V also excels in supporting parents with early childhood issues and guiding teenagers through the challenges of growing up. Her use of play therapy for younger children and a strength-based approach for adults ensures that each person feels heard, supported, and empowered to heal.
3. Shilloy Sanchez-Lomeli, LMFT, Ph.D.c
Clinical Therapist
With over two decades of experience, Shilloy brings a wealth of expertise in family therapy, couples counseling, and individual therapy for adolescents and adults. Her approach is deeply rooted in a client-centered, holistic framework that emphasizes emotional regulation, resilience, and healing. Shilloy specializes in helping families navigate relationship dynamics, generational patterns, and early childhood or adolescent challenges.
In her work with couples, Shilloy fosters open communication and trust, helping partners strengthen their connection and resolve conflicts. She is passionate about guiding individuals through life transitions such as personal loss, career changes, and relationship shifts.
Shilloy’s expertise in trauma-focused therapies, including Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), equips her to help clients address the deep-rooted effects of past trauma while using coping mechanisms and fostering resilience and emotional balance. Whether working with individuals or families, Shilloy’s empathetic and effective approach helps clients embrace change with confidence and strength.
How to start life transitions therapy in Los Angeles
Starting therapy is easy, and we’re here to guide you through the process:
Step 1: Reach out to us
The first step in starting therapy is simply reaching out. You can contact us through our website or by phone to schedule a consultation.
Step 2: Schedule a consultation
During your consultation, we’ll talk about your life goals and, challenges, and what you’re looking for in therapy. This helps us understand your unique needs and connect you with the right therapist.
Step 3: Begin your journey
Once we’ve matched you with a therapist, you’ll begin your personalized therapy sessions. Together, we’ll explore your transition, learn new healthy coping strategies, and work towards building the resilience and self esteem you need.
Common reasons why people start therapy for life transitions
Life transitions can be challenging, and therapy can help you manage the emotions and stress that come with change. Here are some common reasons people seek life transitions therapy:
Navigating Career Changes
Career shifts, whether you’re starting a new job, transitioning to a new industry, or facing a layoff, can bring up emotional turmoil and feelings of uncertainty and stress. Therapy can help you explore your career goals, cope with setbacks, and find clarity during this time.
Coping with Relationship Changes
Whether it’s a breakup, divorce, or adjusting to a new family dynamic, various life transitions often stir up difficult emotions. Life transition therapy can provide support in processing these changes and assist individuals adjusting to new relationship dynamics.
Dealing with Grief or Loss
Loss, whether it’s the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or even the loss of a job, can leave you feeling lost and overwhelmed. Therapy provides a safe space to grieve, heal, and rebuild your sense of purpose.
Adjusting to Parenthood or Empty Nest Syndrome
Whether you’re navigating the early stages of parenthood or adjusting to life after your children leave the nest, these life changes can create feelings of anxiety, loneliness, or uncertainty. Therapy can support you as you embrace these new phases of life.
When another practice might be a better fit for your needs
While our practice specializes in life transitions therapy, we recognize that some individuals may require more intensive or specialized care. If you're struggling with concerns that fall outside our scope, we recommend exploring other resources.Identify some circumstances in which your practice may not be the right fit for the reader (e.g. they’re looking for a service you don’t provide, they’re experiencing an issue that’s out of your scope of practice).
- Specialized care: If you're seeking therapy for issues like substance abuse, bipolar disorder, psychosis, or other concerns that require specialized expertise, we may recommend other practices or services that can better address your needs.
- Higher levels of care: In cases where more intensive support is necessary, we may suggest exploring options like Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), or residential/inpatient treatment.
- Immediate crisis intervention: If you're experiencing a mental health crisis, please prioritize your safety and well-being by contacting a local crisis hotline, visiting an emergency facility, or reaching out to a trusted support network.
We're committed to ensuring you receive the best possible care. If we determine that our practice isn't the ideal fit for your needs, we'll do our best to identify alternative resources.
Start working with one of our Los Angeles therapists for major life transitions today
At Milika Center for Therapy & Resilience, we understand the challenges of navigating life’s changes. Our compassionate therapists are here to support you every step of the way as you build resilience and adjust to your new reality. Reach out today to schedule a free consultation and start your journey toward emotional strength and well-being.