Business Details
24 Years
experience
Compassionate Mental Health Care in Los Angeles
Christine D. Forest, MD was founded by Dr. Christine D. Forest, a board-certified psychiatrist with over two decades of clinical experience. Our practice integrates evidence-based therapies including EMDR, Animal Assisted Therapy, and cognitive behavioral techniques to address mental health challenges ranging from depression and anxiety to complex PTSD and ADHD. We combine medication management with personalized psychotherapy to create holistic treatment plans tailored to each individual's needs. Our approach emphasizes long-term healing through guided transformation, leveraging both traditional medical interventions and innovative therapeutic modalities.With specialized training in EMDR through the Parnell Institute and certifications in life coaching, we provide comprehensive care that addresses both symptoms and root causes of mental health struggles. Our Los Angeles-based practice serves adults seeking to move beyond survival mode and achieve lasting emotional resilience through customized treatment frameworks like the Strategies for Winning program.
Services
EMDR Therapy
Animal Assisted Therapy
Life Coaching
Medication Management
Psychotherapy
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Personalized treatment integrating multiple evidence-based therapies
- Board-certified psychiatrist with 20+ years of clinical experience
- Certified EMDR practitioner with specialized trauma treatment training
- Holistic approach combining medication management and psychotherapy
- Collaborative care coordination with other mental health professionals
Associations and certifications
- Parnell Institute (EMDR Certification)
- Reiki Practitioner Certification
What people say
Compassionate care
Effective trauma treatment
Transformative experiences
Personalized treatment plans
Unique animal therapy
Services
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy helps reprocess traumatic memories through bilateral stimulation. This evidence-based approach treats PTSD, complex trauma, and anxiety disorders by restructuring negative thought patterns. Patients experience reduced emotional distress and improved cognitive processing through guided therapeutic sessions.
Animal Assisted Therapy
Specially trained therapy dog River facilitates emotional connection and stress reduction during psychotherapy sessions. This evidence-based approach enhances traditional therapy by lowering cortisol levels and improving emotional accessibility. Patients benefit from nonjudgmental companionship that accelerates therapeutic breakthroughs and builds emotional resilience.
Life Coaching
Strategies for Winning program guides clients through life transitions and career changes using structured goal-setting techniques. This results-oriented approach combines cognitive behavioral principles with practical action plans. Clients develop sustainable habits and mindset shifts to achieve personal and professional growth objectives.
Medication Management
Comprehensive psychopharmacological evaluation and treatment for mental health conditions. Individualized medication plans address symptoms while monitoring for optimal therapeutic effects. Regular follow-ups ensure proper dosage adjustments and side effect management as part of holistic treatment approaches.
Psychotherapy
Customized treatment plans integrate cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment theory, and mindfulness techniques. Sessions focus on identifying thought patterns, developing coping strategies, and addressing root causes of mental health challenges. Long-term treatment builds emotional resilience and sustainable behavioral changes.
People
Christine D. Forest
Psychiatrist & Founder
Board-certified psychiatrist with 20+ years of experience, certified in EMDR and life coaching. Specializes in integrative mental health treatment combining medication management with evidence-based therapies.
River
Therapy Dog
Certified Canine Good Citizen Goldendoodle with specialized training in animal-assisted therapy. Provides emotional support and facilitates therapeutic breakthroughs through human-animal bonding.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you treat?
We specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and complex trauma using integrated therapeutic approaches.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide secure virtual therapy sessions for patients who prefer remote access to mental health care services.
How does animal-assisted therapy work?
Our certified therapy dog River helps patients access emotional states through bonding, reducing cortisol levels and facilitating therapeutic breakthroughs.
What is your approach to medication management?
We use personalized psychopharmacology combined with therapy to address symptoms while developing long-term coping strategies for mental wellness.
Can I combine your services with other therapies?
Yes, we collaborate with external therapists and healthcare providers to create comprehensive, coordinated treatment plans for our patients.
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