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Vaelupe Ma'aele
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Firstly, I am proud of you and am honored to be considered as a person of support in your sacred journey. As a byproduct of your upbringing and community, some of your toughest battles have probably felt the most familiar. You've mastered the role as the "go-to" for everyone around you and pride yourself on this. You're fighting so many silent battles & survival mode has been a life long approach. Now you're tired and want to access peace and new ways of existing. You deserve the breath of fresh air and I am here to support as we explore ways of growth through boundary setting, healing inner child wounds & putting yourself first.
Firstly, I am proud of you and am honored to be considered as a person of support in your sacred journey. As a byproduct of your upbringing and community, some of your toughest battles have probably felt the most familiar. You've mastered the role as the "go-to" for everyone around you and pride yourself on this. You're fighting so many silent battles & survival mode has been a life long approach. Now you're tired and want to access peace and new ways of existing. You deserve the breath of fresh air and I am here to support as we explore ways of growth through boundary setting, healing inner child wounds & putting yourself first.
(424) 622-6116 View (424) 622-6116
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Zully Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Hi! My name is Zully Garcia and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Southern California. I provide mental health services statewide through telehealth. I work with women, teens, and children. I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, women's issues, and children's issues using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy to help my clients feel better. Every client is different and therefore my approach varies on the client's unique needs and strengths.
Hi! My name is Zully Garcia and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based out of Southern California. I provide mental health services statewide through telehealth. I work with women, teens, and children. I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, women's issues, and children's issues using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy to help my clients feel better. Every client is different and therefore my approach varies on the client's unique needs and strengths.
(323) 641-4789 View (323) 641-4789
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Estefania Orelo
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
I have been working as a therapist for 5 years. I have worked with clients from the ages of 6 to young adults. I have experience working both in the clinical and school setting as well as through Telehealth. My specialties include working with clients experiencing anxiety, self-esteem issues, depression, and trauma. I like communicating with a calm demeanor and tone to make my patients comfortable. I also practice active listening to make my patients feel understood. Bringing some humor into sessions also helps patients feel comfortable and at ease.
I have been working as a therapist for 5 years. I have worked with clients from the ages of 6 to young adults. I have experience working both in the clinical and school setting as well as through Telehealth. My specialties include working with clients experiencing anxiety, self-esteem issues, depression, and trauma. I like communicating with a calm demeanor and tone to make my patients comfortable. I also practice active listening to make my patients feel understood. Bringing some humor into sessions also helps patients feel comfortable and at ease.
(310) 928-2413 View (310) 928-2413
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Heather Porter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
My name is Heather Porter (LMFT119623) and I am a Southern California-based clinician. I have had the privilege to experience working in many different settings and with many different populations. I believe my role as a therapist is to offer a supportive, non-judgmental space for people to feel seen, and heard, and like they have the tools they need to reach their goals. The most important aspect of my therapeutic approach is ensuring the relationship we have together is one where there is trust, safety, and honesty.
My name is Heather Porter (LMFT119623) and I am a Southern California-based clinician. I have had the privilege to experience working in many different settings and with many different populations. I believe my role as a therapist is to offer a supportive, non-judgmental space for people to feel seen, and heard, and like they have the tools they need to reach their goals. The most important aspect of my therapeutic approach is ensuring the relationship we have together is one where there is trust, safety, and honesty.
(323) 991-8058 View (323) 991-8058
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Gabriela Muniz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
I am Gabriela Muniz, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to providing a safe healing environment for first-generation students and young professionals. I prioritize liberation and collective healing for all individuals, and I am devoted to advocating for inclusivity, diversity, and social justice in our mental health services. I adopt a holistic approach, striving to meet clients at their current stage. Utilizing systemic theory, I analyze the different elements influencing my clients and craft tailored strategies to help them achieve their objectives.
I am Gabriela Muniz, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to providing a safe healing environment for first-generation students and young professionals. I prioritize liberation and collective healing for all individuals, and I am devoted to advocating for inclusivity, diversity, and social justice in our mental health services. I adopt a holistic approach, striving to meet clients at their current stage. Utilizing systemic theory, I analyze the different elements influencing my clients and craft tailored strategies to help them achieve their objectives.
(323) 629-8248 View (323) 629-8248
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Ashlyn Lussier
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Hi, my name is Ashlyn Lussier. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I use a client-centered approach, working alongside you each session. I focus on helping adults with their self-confidence, boundaries, communication, trauma, depression, and more.
Hi, my name is Ashlyn Lussier. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I use a client-centered approach, working alongside you each session. I focus on helping adults with their self-confidence, boundaries, communication, trauma, depression, and more.
(510) 851-8412 View (510) 851-8412
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Denise Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
My name is Denise Martinez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with young adults, adults, older adults, and couples addressing a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, relationship conflict, gender identity, alcohol/addiction, career/work matters, school stress, parenting, aging, and life transitions, to name a few.
My name is Denise Martinez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with young adults, adults, older adults, and couples addressing a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, relationship conflict, gender identity, alcohol/addiction, career/work matters, school stress, parenting, aging, and life transitions, to name a few.
(805) 600-3647 View (805) 600-3647
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Rebecca R Nation
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
I believe that people are all inherently relational beings and when our relationships - whether with ourselves, other people, or God - are hurting, life can become incredibly painful.
I believe that people are all inherently relational beings and when our relationships - whether with ourselves, other people, or God - are hurting, life can become incredibly painful.
(916) 602-4568 View (916) 602-4568
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Laura Ourfalian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
My name is Laura Ourfalian and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker. and I have been serving individuals from diverse backgrounds. I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, anger management, peer relationships, grief and loss, and personal growth. I utilize an eclectic therapy approach to use the most effective methods to address the individual’s needs by carefully cultivating an intentional, individual plan for each individual.
My name is Laura Ourfalian and I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker. and I have been serving individuals from diverse backgrounds. I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, anger management, peer relationships, grief and loss, and personal growth. I utilize an eclectic therapy approach to use the most effective methods to address the individual’s needs by carefully cultivating an intentional, individual plan for each individual.
(657) 300-5426 View (657) 300-5426
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Lindsey Garber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Hi! I'm Lindsey Garber, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked in a variety of different settings to help individuals work through life's challenges while providing support and empathy. I feel truly privileged to be able to provide a safe space to work with you through whatever it is that brings you to therapy! I enjoy working with adult clients in varying life stages with a variety of needs.
Hi! I'm Lindsey Garber, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked in a variety of different settings to help individuals work through life's challenges while providing support and empathy. I feel truly privileged to be able to provide a safe space to work with you through whatever it is that brings you to therapy! I enjoy working with adult clients in varying life stages with a variety of needs.
(714) 640-6412 View (714) 640-6412
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Linh Thai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
I am a psychotherapist based in Orange County, California, and have been providing mental health support services in various settings since 2012. I am motivated and passionate to serve clients in further developing their personal journey of self-growth/self-discovery.
I am a psychotherapist based in Orange County, California, and have been providing mental health support services in various settings since 2012. I am motivated and passionate to serve clients in further developing their personal journey of self-growth/self-discovery.
(760) 338-2036 View (760) 338-2036
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Elvira (Elle) C. Walker
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Hello, and welcome! Taking the first step to locate the right Behavioral Health provider can be a daunting task, but the courage it takes to start one's personal journey is sacred and is a very respected endeavor. To all who are seeking to increase personal peace and contentment at any given point in their lives, I am dedicated to assisting you with the compassionate support and professionalism necessary to provide success in obtaining your specific goals throughout our therapeutic journey together.
Hello, and welcome! Taking the first step to locate the right Behavioral Health provider can be a daunting task, but the courage it takes to start one's personal journey is sacred and is a very respected endeavor. To all who are seeking to increase personal peace and contentment at any given point in their lives, I am dedicated to assisting you with the compassionate support and professionalism necessary to provide success in obtaining your specific goals throughout our therapeutic journey together.
(562) 359-4822 View (562) 359-4822
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Amanda Rosales
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Life is filled with many difficulties and unexpected events, and seeking therapy is a great start to help you navigate these challenges. I provide a safe, supportive, and empathetic therapeutic environment for my clients, helping them explore and process the struggles they encounter in life. Sometimes these struggles are accompanied by overwhelming thoughts and emotions, and I’m here to help my clients understand how they are impacted and what is best for them to move forward.
Life is filled with many difficulties and unexpected events, and seeking therapy is a great start to help you navigate these challenges. I provide a safe, supportive, and empathetic therapeutic environment for my clients, helping them explore and process the struggles they encounter in life. Sometimes these struggles are accompanied by overwhelming thoughts and emotions, and I’m here to help my clients understand how they are impacted and what is best for them to move forward.
(424) 391-8255 View (424) 391-8255
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Ailicec Figueroa Aragon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
My name is Ailicec Figueroa Aragon, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California providing services via Telehealth. I specialize in working with women and teens. I provide a safe space where we will focus on gaining skills while navigating through hardships and transitions such as day-to-day stress, self-esteem, self-doubt, identity issues, peer and family relationship issues, and boundary setting.
My name is Ailicec Figueroa Aragon, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California providing services via Telehealth. I specialize in working with women and teens. I provide a safe space where we will focus on gaining skills while navigating through hardships and transitions such as day-to-day stress, self-esteem, self-doubt, identity issues, peer and family relationship issues, and boundary setting.
(323) 968-6478 View (323) 968-6478
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Hilary Alison Matthews
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045  (Online Only)
Change - "Why do I need to change, how can I manage change, but I have always done it this way." Novelist and critic Marcel Proust talks about discovery and "learning to see with new eyes". I am an MFT and CADC II using cognitive behavior techniques to manage thoughts, feelings and behavior in my client centered practice. I believe change is not something to fear but something to embrace. I work with life transitions and the changes it brings to relationships, employment, religious beliefs, life stages and I am certified in Addiction Counseling.
Change - "Why do I need to change, how can I manage change, but I have always done it this way." Novelist and critic Marcel Proust talks about discovery and "learning to see with new eyes". I am an MFT and CADC II using cognitive behavior techniques to manage thoughts, feelings and behavior in my client centered practice. I believe change is not something to fear but something to embrace. I work with life transitions and the changes it brings to relationships, employment, religious beliefs, life stages and I am certified in Addiction Counseling.
(702) 765-0405 View (702) 765-0405
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Alexandra Arreola
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90045
I come with over nine years of experience in behavioral health. I am committed to helping others improve their well-being through education, healing, and providing the necessary tools to inspire positive changes.
I come with over nine years of experience in behavioral health. I am committed to helping others improve their well-being through education, healing, and providing the necessary tools to inspire positive changes.
(661) 690-5039 View (661) 690-5039
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Joan Hasibar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Are you feeling stuck, numb, or tired all the time? Are you having trouble focusing - on your work, family and friends, your partner, or even YOURSELF? Do you experience anger, guilt, sadness, or hopelessness? Would you like to find a way to overcome this but don't know where to begin? I believe through exploration there can be freedom, from fear, guilt, shame, doubt, and uncertainty. As with all explorations, I will be your guide to walk with you through the frustration, pain, and confusion. Regardless of what we find, I will be committed to doing it with you.
Are you feeling stuck, numb, or tired all the time? Are you having trouble focusing - on your work, family and friends, your partner, or even YOURSELF? Do you experience anger, guilt, sadness, or hopelessness? Would you like to find a way to overcome this but don't know where to begin? I believe through exploration there can be freedom, from fear, guilt, shame, doubt, and uncertainty. As with all explorations, I will be your guide to walk with you through the frustration, pain, and confusion. Regardless of what we find, I will be committed to doing it with you.
(909) 281-3620 View (909) 281-3620
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Thelese Consulting Group, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westchester, CA 90045  (Online Only)
Thelese Consulting Group is an organization of services focused on consulting, management training, leadership development, and mental health services. It is founded to assist organizations and professionals in developing practical skills to manage workplace issues and personal conflict. Thelese has partnered with entertainment, government agencies, behavioral healthcare organizations, and nonprofits to provide employee assistance programs, webinar training, crisis interventions, and in-person training nationwide. Thelese Consulting Group pride itself in having a diverse staff of clinicians with bilingual & ASL. We are virtual.
Thelese Consulting Group is an organization of services focused on consulting, management training, leadership development, and mental health services. It is founded to assist organizations and professionals in developing practical skills to manage workplace issues and personal conflict. Thelese has partnered with entertainment, government agencies, behavioral healthcare organizations, and nonprofits to provide employee assistance programs, webinar training, crisis interventions, and in-person training nationwide. Thelese Consulting Group pride itself in having a diverse staff of clinicians with bilingual & ASL. We are virtual.
(323) 312-5078 View (323) 312-5078
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Colleen Casady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
Hello, my name is Dr. Colleen Casady. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CA. I graduated from USC with my Doctorate in Social Work. I have been working as a Social Worker for more than 25 years. The majority of my experience has been helping people who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, abandonment and loneliness, grief / loss, and the challenges. I too have come from a difficult family dynamic and have struggled with mental health issues. I believe there is a lot to gain from living through issues and coming out ahead. You are not alone in your circumstance. I can help.
Hello, my name is Dr. Colleen Casady. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CA. I graduated from USC with my Doctorate in Social Work. I have been working as a Social Worker for more than 25 years. The majority of my experience has been helping people who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, abandonment and loneliness, grief / loss, and the challenges. I too have come from a difficult family dynamic and have struggled with mental health issues. I believe there is a lot to gain from living through issues and coming out ahead. You are not alone in your circumstance. I can help.
(510) 214-4758 View (510) 214-4758
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Cathleen Brinegar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045
My name is Cathleen Brinegar, and I am a faith-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) located in Westminster, CA. I offer both in-person therapy and remote therapy services via telehealth. I specialize in trauma therapy, attachment-based therapy, and addiction counseling. I’ve worked in correctional mental health, inpatient/outpatient drug and alcohol treatment programs, and faith-based rehabilitation programs. I am certified in Complex Trauma Therapy (CCTP) and Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT).
My name is Cathleen Brinegar, and I am a faith-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) located in Westminster, CA. I offer both in-person therapy and remote therapy services via telehealth. I specialize in trauma therapy, attachment-based therapy, and addiction counseling. I’ve worked in correctional mental health, inpatient/outpatient drug and alcohol treatment programs, and faith-based rehabilitation programs. I am certified in Complex Trauma Therapy (CCTP) and Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT).
(818) 418-0770 View (818) 418-0770
Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.