Personal Statement
We can work through this together. If you’re feeling exhausted, anxious, and disconnected, and your current lifestyle isn’t providing relief, my therapeutic approach can offer support. Much of our distress stems from deeply ingrained, uncontrollable negative thoughts about ourselves and the world, formed during our upbringing. Often, we remain unaware of what keeps us stuck, making it difficult to find a way out of the stagnation.
I have helped countless individuals who felt their lives were unsustainable and unfulfilling, guiding them towards realizing their best selves. This journey isn’t about making minor adjustments; it’s about genuine transformation. The life you desire is closer than you realize, though the path to it may not always be clear on your own.
Together, we will employ evidence-based methods, including philosophy, Buddhism, Stoicism, Mindfulness, the science of the mind-body connection, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to achieve peace of mind. This process is more than self-improvement; it’s a profound awakening, liberating you from the negative thoughts and emotions that have held you back.
Client Focus
- Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
- Adults
- Elders (65+)
Specialties
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Borderline Personality
- Codependency
- Depression
- Drug Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Men's Issues
- Obsessive Compulsive
- Panic Attacks
- Phobias
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma And PTSD
Treatment Orientation
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Collaborative Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution Therapy
- Existential
- Exposure Therapy
- Gestalt
- Mindfulness Based Approaches
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Trauma Focused
Modality
- Individuals
Services
- Therapy Session $150 - $250
Education
School | Degree | Major | Year |
---|---|---|---|
USC | MSW | Social Work | 2019 |
Years Practicing
5 years
Languages
- English
Licenses
License | License Number | State | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | 111179 Verify | CA | 2022 |
Associations
Association | Duration |
---|---|
National Association of Social Workers (NASW) | 2017-Present |
Payment Accepted
- American Express
- Discover
- Mastercard
- Venmo
- Visa
- Zelle
Publications
Title | Publication | Year |
---|---|---|
The Ancient Indian Breathwork Navy Seals Use | Kijak Psychotherapy | 2023 |
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Office Address
Matthew Kijak, LCSW
1701 N Avenue 56
Los Angeles, CA 90042-1118
Phone Number: (909) 451-9901
Website: kijakpsychotherapy.com
Hours Of Operation
Monday | 10:00AM-8:00PM |
Tuesday | 10:00AM-8:00PM |
Wednesday | 10:00AM-8:00PM |
Thursday | 10:00AM-8:00PM |
Friday | Closed |
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |
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