"Most people seek a therapist when they feel stuck in some way. My goal is to help you find the tools and resources to get answers. Hopefully, with answers, come solutions. This can help a person feel motivated and empowered to move forward in their life. I try to provide a space that allows for improved happiness, self esteem, and a healthier relationship with yourself and others."

"As a Clinical Psychologist, the major emphasis of my clinical practice is psychotherapy with individuals, couples, and adolescents. I realize every individual is unique and take a very hands approach to working with you. My specialties include working with depression, anxiety, all types of trauma, substance and alcohol abuse, love and sex addiction, cultural diversity and handling life's transitions. I am trained in EMDR, Mindfulness, and Meditation, and use these techniques to supplement the talking therapy. I am personal and get to know you on a deeply professional level and am dedicated to growth and prosperity."

"I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with a private practice located in Beverly Hills. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and individualized approach to therapy that values the authentic relationship between therapist and client, creating a safe and healing space. I bring equal parts compassion, current knowledge of evidence-based practices, and curiosity to our sessions. Together we will work to uncover the driving forces that perpetuate your symptoms, identify the function they are likely serving, and work towards building a life worth living."

""My approach to therapy emphasizes insight, self-awareness and empowerment to help people do better and have more gratifying lives. Through an alliance of trust and collaboration, we work together to understand the meanings of symptoms, to get "un-stuck," and to rediscover your capacity to make the meaningful choices that are right for you. Growth occurs in an atmosphere of respect, compassion and a belief in the human capacity for healing, change and reparation. Treatment may include EMDR, a powerful, short-term trauma therapy recommended "Category A" by Homeland Security and the Veteran's Administration for treatment of PTSD."

"Dr. Dee Gaines is trained extensively in Neuropsychology and Clinical Psychology and is involved in both clinical and research. She has conducted hundreds of diagnostic neuropsychological evaluations including forensic, dementia, brain-injury, combat-related PTSD, developmental disabilities, and severe mental health disorders, and received her training in institutions such as UCLA, Veterans Affairs, Juvenile Justice, and Mental Health centers. She is the creative mind behind the development and implementation of a unique Mind-Body cognitive technique and lectured nationally and internationally. In addition to neuropsychology Dr. Gaines also provides therapy for a variety of psychological issues."

"Do you have a sexual issue that is holding you back from experiencing your full sexual potential? Let's work together to improve your sexual health and wellness. Sex begins in the brain, our biggest sexual organ. Our work together will explore your thoughts, beliefs, and values around sexuality. Together we will break down the stigmas around sex and create a personalized plan to improve sexual functioning that can include therapy, coaching, and sex education. My practice focuses on sexual health and pleasure enhancement as a path to improving overall health and wellness."

"I work with adults and the elderly, including those with neurocognitive disorders, and I am bilingual and bicultural. My working style is warm and personable, integrating cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic and humanistic/existential approaches. I tailor assessment and treatment to individual needs, focusing on personal themes of meaning to define therapy goals. I have considerable experience working with dementia, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, medical populations with associated psychiatric complications, and PTSD. I provide cognitive, social, and emotional functioning assessment, and I help clients with major life challenges, including , death, divorce, and marital and workplace difficulties."

"Using experience drawn from extensive work in acute patient settings, I provide services to those who are negotiating challenges with substance abuse and mental health disorders. In addition, I provide services to loved ones affected by those struggling with substance abuse and mental health disorders as their burden can be considerable. I treat both the AA and the Al-Anon. I believe the therapeutic relationship should be collaborative and goal-oriented and the environment should be safe, compassionate and respectful. I utilize various therapeutic techniques and education to help each client create more effective strategies for living a full life."

"I utilize a strength based and holistic approach that emphasizes mindfulness and recognizes the effects of trauma on behavior and development. I prioritize the client's needs and encourage a partnership dynamic when establishing, implementing, and meeting the client's treatment goals."

"Welcome! It takes a lot of courage to begin therapy and I would be honored to be part of your journey. I am a relationship specialist working with couples and individuals to help improve connection, promote change in circumstances that previously felt unmanageable, and help you build the relationship you desire. Whether you are recently divorced, dealing with intimacy issues, or seeking to nurture your relationship, my specialized training through the American Association of Couples & Sex Therapists (AACAST) and experience working with expert dating coaches allow me to help you resolve obstacles towards healing and fostering an ideal relationship."

"Do you want more from your important relationships? Perhaps you are capable, talented, and established, but you feel like there should be more to life? Are you stuck in a relationship or complicated situation that you want to change? Maybe you are familiar with therapy but want to "put it all together." If you believe that personal development, growth and freedom is your path to feeling better, then consider therapy that focuses on developing your authentic self in the context of personal meaning and important relationships."

"When we work together, you will see that I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative process between us. My aim is to help you develop a greater sense of awareness and control over your current situation and issues. My therapy sessions are approached from a transformation and spiritual viewpoint and are inclusive of treatments from CBT and DBT. I offer treatment for anxiety, depression, addiction and recovery issues, fertility concerns, and relationship issues. Brief goal-oriented therapy is also available for relationship, career/financial issues, time management, focus, and issues of self esteem."

"Mitra Avari, Psy.D is a licensed therapist with over 35 years of clinical experience with children, teenagers, and adults. For 23 years, Mitra worked as a credentialed school psychologist for LAUSD. She evaluated children & teenagers for emotional, developmental, and learning disabilities- including ADHD, autism, & intellectual disabilities- and determined appropriate interventions, created support plans, and provided individual counseling to students and their parents. She ran on-going groups, creating a space to talk about things like grief, school success, relationships, self-injury, drugs, bullying, and trauma. She also held workshops for parents so they could better communicate with their kids."

"I enjoy assisting adults to explore relationship concerns, to develop personal autonomy, self-worth - and to explore individual and professional creativity. If you are depressed, anxious, angry, struggling or worried - I want to help you. For over 20 years, I have supported men and women of all ages to articulate and understand psychological problems, to develop insight and new strategies to thrive in life. I specialize in helping men and women of all ages who are are struggling with pain, change, family and relationship loss, grief, and life transitions. I"

"You should know that change is possible if you're willing to take some risks. The fact that you're reading this right now is an indication that you are already grappling with the prospect of challenging the comfort of how you've always done things in order to go after something new...something surprising...something more. This is an invitation to continue that journey with me--a devoted clinical psychologist who will bring uncommon attention, sincerity, and care to the project of understanding yourself more fully and opening up new possibilities in your life."

"Hi there! I know how hard it is to start therapy, but I'd be honored to be a part of that process with you. I'm an identity specialist, helping individuals and couples figure out who they really are - I can help you embrace the person you've always known you've been. We'll work to manage anxiety, control your mood swings, and get you back to being a creative, fun-loving person. I create a space where you can relax, laugh, and be open & honest as you get back on your path toward health, happiness, and connection."

"Finding a therapist that fits you is the most important element of therapy. My therapeutic approach is tailored to match my clients' needs. I help my clients work through challenging situations and develop a better self-understanding. I support my clients as they navigate through life transitions such as resolving decisions, adjusting to college, developing a career path, aging, and the beginning and ending of relationships. Areas I specialize in include depression, anxiety, and assisting career-focused clients to obtain an appropriate work-life balance."

"I treat adult and adolescent males and females in my practice of 48 years conducting individual, couple, family and group sessions. My philosophical foundation is centered in Humanistic Existentialistism while my therapeutic orientation is based in Mindfulness Training and is an eclectic blend of Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic approaches. I am recognized for being a specialist in the treatment of men's issues and relationship dynamics."