Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Jillian Boelke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Not accepting new clients
Healing is a non-linear process. I will guide and support you through the ups and downs of change by empowering you to embody your strengths. My goal as a therapist is to help you build a better relationship with yourself and others by exploring your authentic needs and fostering self-acceptance. I am highly sensitive to cultural and societal influences and the impact they have on each person’s unique experiences. We will go at your pace to help you heal from painful memories that may have led to stuck feelings, negative thoughts, unhelpful patterns, distrust in others or in self, or difficulties in concentration and attention.
Healing is a non-linear process. I will guide and support you through the ups and downs of change by empowering you to embody your strengths. My goal as a therapist is to help you build a better relationship with yourself and others by exploring your authentic needs and fostering self-acceptance. I am highly sensitive to cultural and societal influences and the impact they have on each person’s unique experiences. We will go at your pace to help you heal from painful memories that may have led to stuck feelings, negative thoughts, unhelpful patterns, distrust in others or in self, or difficulties in concentration and attention.
Instant Access 24-7 And Emotional Change
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90041
Emotional Change provides quality therapy to diverse populations with diverse needs by providing a variety of therapists quickly. On our website, choose the Instant Access option to see someone immediately or select the "New Client Form" button to set up an appointment with a licensed clinician in your insurance network. We accept most Insurances Plans and have low fee options. To access us, scroll down and click the button that says "my website".
Emotional Change provides quality therapy to diverse populations with diverse needs by providing a variety of therapists quickly. On our website, choose the Instant Access option to see someone immediately or select the "New Client Form" button to set up an appointment with a licensed clinician in your insurance network. We accept most Insurances Plans and have low fee options. To access us, scroll down and click the button that says "my website".
Mallory Nesberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself feeling stuck, stressed out, or overwhelmed? Are you looking to create a healthy life and find peace? Starting therapy can be a big step and it takes courage. I am here to walk with you along your journey. I believe therapy is a place for healing, and a way for you to value your mental health and well-being. I use a warm, non-judgmental approach to help clients navigate through stressful life situations and live authentically. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can take away new insights and tools for coping with stress and deepening their self-awareness.
Do you find yourself feeling stuck, stressed out, or overwhelmed? Are you looking to create a healthy life and find peace? Starting therapy can be a big step and it takes courage. I am here to walk with you along your journey. I believe therapy is a place for healing, and a way for you to value your mental health and well-being. I use a warm, non-judgmental approach to help clients navigate through stressful life situations and live authentically. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can take away new insights and tools for coping with stress and deepening their self-awareness.
Do you want to develop your authentic emotional and creative voice? Are you facing inner forces you don't understand or know how to relate to? Do you feel stuck in patterns you can see but don't know how to change? What keeps you from being who you are--shame, past traumas, identity struggles? Is it time to look inside for what's been missing outside? I am passionate about the process of self-development and provide a safe, well informed therapeutic space where those issues, as well as others, can be addressed.
Do you want to develop your authentic emotional and creative voice? Are you facing inner forces you don't understand or know how to relate to? Do you feel stuck in patterns you can see but don't know how to change? What keeps you from being who you are--shame, past traumas, identity struggles? Is it time to look inside for what's been missing outside? I am passionate about the process of self-development and provide a safe, well informed therapeutic space where those issues, as well as others, can be addressed.
Mirlande Amazan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MDiv, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90015 (Online Only)
How can your life be better? Imagine it and let's see how we can team up to work towards that goal. You are the expert in your life; I'm here to help. From being supported to being challenged; if you are willing to do the work it takes to implement aspects of your treatment plan practically into your life, I'm willing to one of your supportive systems. Let's see if we're a good fit for each other and take it from there.
How can your life be better? Imagine it and let's see how we can team up to work towards that goal. You are the expert in your life; I'm here to help. From being supported to being challenged; if you are willing to do the work it takes to implement aspects of your treatment plan practically into your life, I'm willing to one of your supportive systems. Let's see if we're a good fit for each other and take it from there.
My experience started in 2010, working in an inpatient facility for an eating disorder residential program for about two years. From there, I moved on to working as a therapist at a residential program treating adolescents with dual diagnoses. I also opened my private practice at that time and saw clients remotely. Currently, I’m working at Sober Living, helping adults deal with various addictions And mental health as well as seeing couples, families, and individuals through Telehealth. The modalities that I use often are CBT, DBT solution focus, and psychodynamic.
My experience started in 2010, working in an inpatient facility for an eating disorder residential program for about two years. From there, I moved on to working as a therapist at a residential program treating adolescents with dual diagnoses. I also opened my private practice at that time and saw clients remotely. Currently, I’m working at Sober Living, helping adults deal with various addictions And mental health as well as seeing couples, families, and individuals through Telehealth. The modalities that I use often are CBT, DBT solution focus, and psychodynamic.
Tamara De Angelis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90041 (Online Only)
Navigating life's challenges can feel like steering through a stormy sea, but you don't have to face it alone. I'm here to be your guiding light, offering hope and resilience in life's pressures. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, mood swings, or self-esteem battles, my mission is to help you find your inner strength through evidence-based, holistic approaches tailored to your life's ambitions and values. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to your well-being. Together, we will embark on a transformative journey, reshaping your growth narrative into one filled with confidence and empowerment.
Navigating life's challenges can feel like steering through a stormy sea, but you don't have to face it alone. I'm here to be your guiding light, offering hope and resilience in life's pressures. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, mood swings, or self-esteem battles, my mission is to help you find your inner strength through evidence-based, holistic approaches tailored to your life's ambitions and values. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to your well-being. Together, we will embark on a transformative journey, reshaping your growth narrative into one filled with confidence and empowerment.
As a cognitive behavioral therapist and life skill trainer for over thirty years, I have been helping clients transform their lives. I can help you navigate interpersonal relationships and help you improve your communication style. My clients explore either short-term specific issues, or delve into deeper long-standing problems to achieve personal growth and inner peace.
As a cognitive behavioral therapist and life skill trainer for over thirty years, I have been helping clients transform their lives. I can help you navigate interpersonal relationships and help you improve your communication style. My clients explore either short-term specific issues, or delve into deeper long-standing problems to achieve personal growth and inner peace.
Meisha (Mechelle) Thrasher
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90048 (Online Only)
I am a Mindfulness and Trauma Resilience trainer who believes success and happiness result from a balanced mindset. Being stuck in unhealthy patterns, failing to accomplish the change we desire, or sustaining the nurturing relationships we deserve are all issues we expect to resolve on our own, but when we can't we feel defeated. Therapy is support that helps unearth our own best solutions while increasing skills and practices that grow fulfillment.
I am a Mindfulness and Trauma Resilience trainer who believes success and happiness result from a balanced mindset. Being stuck in unhealthy patterns, failing to accomplish the change we desire, or sustaining the nurturing relationships we deserve are all issues we expect to resolve on our own, but when we can't we feel defeated. Therapy is support that helps unearth our own best solutions while increasing skills and practices that grow fulfillment.
I work with individuals and couples seeking support and clarity for inner turmoil, emotional distress, and relationship issues. Together we’ll identify and address the underlying causes that are contributing to your symptoms. My approach is collaborative as I guide you through building insight and applying that awareness to make changes. This helps you gain control over your life and experience your story becoming a source of strength and transformation. My international training and work experience has deepened my appreciation for the diversity of humanity and enriched my ability to understand and connect with your unique journey.
I work with individuals and couples seeking support and clarity for inner turmoil, emotional distress, and relationship issues. Together we’ll identify and address the underlying causes that are contributing to your symptoms. My approach is collaborative as I guide you through building insight and applying that awareness to make changes. This helps you gain control over your life and experience your story becoming a source of strength and transformation. My international training and work experience has deepened my appreciation for the diversity of humanity and enriched my ability to understand and connect with your unique journey.
Desiree Sayre, LCSW | Mindful Health Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90036
I think that all humans including patients desire to be seen, heard and valued. When I bring compassion, empathy, and healing into my therapy room, my patients are more motivated to do the work necessary to heal from whatever pain has brought them to therapy. This may include relationship issues, anger issues, depression, anxieties or panic attacks, PTSD symptoms, OCD, emotional dysregulation, grief and loss, etc. The patient’s goal is usually to just feel better or resolve the issue as quickly as possible. My job, as I see it, is to meet them where they are and provide them with the tools they need to begin their healing journey.
I think that all humans including patients desire to be seen, heard and valued. When I bring compassion, empathy, and healing into my therapy room, my patients are more motivated to do the work necessary to heal from whatever pain has brought them to therapy. This may include relationship issues, anger issues, depression, anxieties or panic attacks, PTSD symptoms, OCD, emotional dysregulation, grief and loss, etc. The patient’s goal is usually to just feel better or resolve the issue as quickly as possible. My job, as I see it, is to meet them where they are and provide them with the tools they need to begin their healing journey.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90024 (Online Only)
I am a seasoned therapist with over 20 years of experience, offering a compassionate, genuine & direct approach. I am passionate about instilling hope, affirming strengths, and supporting a sense of empowerment. I do my best to provide practical tools to navigate life's challenges.
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Rainer Geissler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90012 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice in Los Angeles, California. I strive to create an environment of compassion, authenticity and understanding, inclusive and welcoming to all clients. In working with me, you will identify the thoughts, feelings, behaviors and beliefs that are preventing you from living joyfully. I work with you to help you discover your strengths and capabilities so that you can live a life that is meaningful, rewarding and free from conflict. I believe that therapy must be engaging, non-judgmental, and supportive to facilitate growth.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice in Los Angeles, California. I strive to create an environment of compassion, authenticity and understanding, inclusive and welcoming to all clients. In working with me, you will identify the thoughts, feelings, behaviors and beliefs that are preventing you from living joyfully. I work with you to help you discover your strengths and capabilities so that you can live a life that is meaningful, rewarding and free from conflict. I believe that therapy must be engaging, non-judgmental, and supportive to facilitate growth.
If you are feeling frustrated, stuck or unfulfilled you are not alone. Therapy can help you gain insight into your emotional triggers; make healthier choices in the moment and feel seen, understood and accepted. Therapy can also improve your relationships and help you experience relief from symptoms including overwhelm, anxiety, anger and depression. Effective therapy works on levels. My holistic sensory approach can help you start healing now with an integrated exploration of your emotions, sensory feelings and the mental perceptions surrounding your challenging issue. Your self discovery and emotional healing process begins by calling me.
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Eric J Alcala
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90036 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 8 years of working with individuals and families. Finding a good therapist can be challenging, so I offer free consultations to make the process stress-free and relaxed. When life gets too overwhelming we can experience depression and anxiety. Together we'll explore your thoughts, emotions, and relationships. What is most important in therapy is that you have a place to share who you are.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 8 years of working with individuals and families. Finding a good therapist can be challenging, so I offer free consultations to make the process stress-free and relaxed. When life gets too overwhelming we can experience depression and anxiety. Together we'll explore your thoughts, emotions, and relationships. What is most important in therapy is that you have a place to share who you are.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, EMDR, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90089 (Online Only)
“Stress is not the enemy in our lives. Paradoxically, it is the key to growth”. Stress is inevitable. However, if we can learn how to deal with our feelings and stress, we may convert negative situations into opportunities to become better and stronger. As a therapist, I use EMDR and evidence-based therapy modalities (DBT, CBT, solution-focused, etc) to help my clients manage the stress caused by relationship issues, trauma, disordered eating/body image, anxiety, life transitions, behavioral problems, career/school stress, anger, and more.
“Stress is not the enemy in our lives. Paradoxically, it is the key to growth”. Stress is inevitable. However, if we can learn how to deal with our feelings and stress, we may convert negative situations into opportunities to become better and stronger. As a therapist, I use EMDR and evidence-based therapy modalities (DBT, CBT, solution-focused, etc) to help my clients manage the stress caused by relationship issues, trauma, disordered eating/body image, anxiety, life transitions, behavioral problems, career/school stress, anger, and more.
Tyler Hakomori
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Being human is messy and hard, and all too often, you can feel alone in facing your suffering. You feel isolated, cut off, like nobody else gets what you're going through–whether that be grief, depression, systemic oppression, trauma, or any other human affliction. While the original experiences were hard, your sense of aloneness makes them worse; they stick with you and shape the way you interact with the world, like tightly-wound knots that never get a chance to loosen.
Being human is messy and hard, and all too often, you can feel alone in facing your suffering. You feel isolated, cut off, like nobody else gets what you're going through–whether that be grief, depression, systemic oppression, trauma, or any other human affliction. While the original experiences were hard, your sense of aloneness makes them worse; they stick with you and shape the way you interact with the world, like tightly-wound knots that never get a chance to loosen.
Sachiko Taki Reece
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90026
As a Jungian analyst, I have a special tool I will share with you to work through life’s glitches, helping you to hone your communication skills and deepen self-understanding while nurturing trust and respect for yourself and others. We can work with your dreams to help improve self-awareness. We look at dreams as though they are a gift sent to us to access our own depth, our psyche. Together, we will explore and appreciate this gift carefully and sense its flavor and try to decipher and enjoy it. If you don't remember your dreams we can also use Jungian Sandplay Therapy. This powerful method, does not need any preparation.
As a Jungian analyst, I have a special tool I will share with you to work through life’s glitches, helping you to hone your communication skills and deepen self-understanding while nurturing trust and respect for yourself and others. We can work with your dreams to help improve self-awareness. We look at dreams as though they are a gift sent to us to access our own depth, our psyche. Together, we will explore and appreciate this gift carefully and sense its flavor and try to decipher and enjoy it. If you don't remember your dreams we can also use Jungian Sandplay Therapy. This powerful method, does not need any preparation.
Madeleine Olson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004
Hi, I’m glad you found your way here. I work with clients to help them make meaning and transform the often overwhelming, distressing, and confusing life experiences we all face. I use humor, honesty, perception, and compassion to create the space that will help us access the most lively and generative core of your self that is often overshadowed by relationship struggles, trauma, and other life transitions.
Hi, I’m glad you found your way here. I work with clients to help them make meaning and transform the often overwhelming, distressing, and confusing life experiences we all face. I use humor, honesty, perception, and compassion to create the space that will help us access the most lively and generative core of your self that is often overshadowed by relationship struggles, trauma, and other life transitions.
Michelle Nosrati
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) to help people heal trauma, feel less stuck and more in control of their thoughts and feelings. Trauma has a profound impact on our lives, and by treating these underlying traumas we have the potential to release the emotional weight and burdens of how we relate to the hard things that have happened to us and feel better. In my practice, I've witnessed incredible transformations as clients gradually heal from their past and feel better about themselves and the world around them.
I use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) to help people heal trauma, feel less stuck and more in control of their thoughts and feelings. Trauma has a profound impact on our lives, and by treating these underlying traumas we have the potential to release the emotional weight and burdens of how we relate to the hard things that have happened to us and feel better. In my practice, I've witnessed incredible transformations as clients gradually heal from their past and feel better about themselves and the world around them.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
3,000+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in Los Angeles, CA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
73% | Self Esteem |
71% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
64% | Coping Skills |
63% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
79% | Aetna |
71% | Cigna and Evernorth |
67% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Los Angeles, CA see their clients
53% | In Person and Online | |
47% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Los Angeles?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.