Dr. Steven Blakely

Dr. Steven Blakely is a California psychologist who brings a thoughtful, experience-driven approach to common life struggles. He holds a Ph.D. in psychology and earlier degrees from Pepperdine University. Dr. Blakely has worked in many settings and aims to help people find steadier mood and clearer thinking.

He spent years working in inpatient psychiatric hospitals and conducting psychological and educational testing with children, adolescents, and adults. He also worked extensively with senior residents in skilled nursing and assisted living, often addressing depression, anxiety, worry, and grief. These varied roles shaped a practical style that focuses on what helps day to day.

In sessions he emphasizes acceptance, present-moment attention, and practices drawn from mindfulness. He makes use of hypnotherapy and behavioral medicine tools as additional options when appropriate. Homework and short exercises are commonly used to help people manage mood and quiet a busy mind.

Dr. Blakely blends inquiry work and meditation with techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. He describes mood stability as something supported by steady attention to the present and nonjudgmental acceptance of experience. The aim is steady, usable skills rather than abstract theory.

People who are frustrated by sleep problems, anger, anxiety, addiction struggles, or major life changes may find his practical focus helpful. He works in English and practices in California as CA Psychologist 20483. If someone wants to start, they can follow the site's Start Therapy flow to match and schedule.

How his approaches fit into online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice thoughts without getting stuck in them and clarify what matters most. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and life transitions by shifting attention toward meaningful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors. It is commonly used for anxiety, panic, mood issues, and sleep struggles. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes emotion regulation and tolerating distress with concrete skills. It can help when strong feelings or impulsive behavior get in the way of daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work together with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaboration may include trying exercises, adjusting techniques, and tracking what helps over time.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are scheduled. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, shorten commute time, and let people practice skills in real-life settings. Some session formats may allow brief check-ins when schedules are tight, or longer sessions when more time is needed. Ask about available arrangements when you schedule so sessions match your routine and goals.