Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Rachel Natasha Feldman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90068
If you identify as Poly/Non-monogamous, Kinky/fetishistic, Queer/Trans, or Anti-capitalist you already know the tyrannical way normativity polices “others” who deviate from conventional cultural scripts. Even more so when your preferred expressions of intimacy and embodiment are deemed “problematic”. I do not equate “healthy” with “normal”, nor aim to be prescriptive about how you “ought“ to experience being in this world. Living along the fringes of normativity isn’t an easy choice. But it can be a worthy choice, fulfilling and purposeful! Yet it may also be accompanied by high costs that feel compromising to dignity & self-worth.
If you identify as Poly/Non-monogamous, Kinky/fetishistic, Queer/Trans, or Anti-capitalist you already know the tyrannical way normativity polices “others” who deviate from conventional cultural scripts. Even more so when your preferred expressions of intimacy and embodiment are deemed “problematic”. I do not equate “healthy” with “normal”, nor aim to be prescriptive about how you “ought“ to experience being in this world. Living along the fringes of normativity isn’t an easy choice. But it can be a worthy choice, fulfilling and purposeful! Yet it may also be accompanied by high costs that feel compromising to dignity & self-worth.
Anthony D. DiNardo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Are you looking for a doctor that can help improve your overall quality of life and help alleviate symptoms? Psychotherapy can provide a forum to alleviate symptoms that hinder growth and well-being and can provide you with the needed insight to be able to manage symptoms and provide relief. Through a collaborative approach I can help you overcome the challenges and obstacles that can interfere with your goals & ambitions. I can aid in the facilitation of helping you develop the needed skills and mind set to improve your quality of life. Additionally, my professional services include providing psychological, psychodiagnostic, personality, and psycho-educational assessments.
Are you looking for a doctor that can help improve your overall quality of life and help alleviate symptoms? Psychotherapy can provide a forum to alleviate symptoms that hinder growth and well-being and can provide you with the needed insight to be able to manage symptoms and provide relief. Through a collaborative approach I can help you overcome the challenges and obstacles that can interfere with your goals & ambitions. I can aid in the facilitation of helping you develop the needed skills and mind set to improve your quality of life. Additionally, my professional services include providing psychological, psychodiagnostic, personality, and psycho-educational assessments.
Vaelupe Ma'aele
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 91335
Hello and welcome! I am so glad you're here, exploring the next step towards catering to your mental health and emotional well-being. My name is Vaelupe Ma'aele and I am a queer, pacific islander Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. In working with me, you will find that my approach is client-centered and heavily focused on helping you move towards your authentic self. I value the individual and unique experiences that culture, and upbringing have on the way we see the world, people and ourselves.
Hello and welcome! I am so glad you're here, exploring the next step towards catering to your mental health and emotional well-being. My name is Vaelupe Ma'aele and I am a queer, pacific islander Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. In working with me, you will find that my approach is client-centered and heavily focused on helping you move towards your authentic self. I value the individual and unique experiences that culture, and upbringing have on the way we see the world, people and ourselves.
Akilah Reynolds
Psychologist, PhD, EdM, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90015 (Online Only)
Do you appear to have it all together but inside feel stressed, sad, or empty? Are you struggling to advance your goals or feel overwhelmed by the demands of the modern world? Do you yearn for love or close friendships but struggle with loneliness or painful relationships? If so, I’d love to talk with you. I am Dr. Akilah a licensed psychologist in California that specializes in helping busy professionals manage personal and professional success by focusing on mental wellness. As a professional woman myself, I know the importance of having a culturally congruent space for healing, which is why I joined the Black Girl Doctor.
Do you appear to have it all together but inside feel stressed, sad, or empty? Are you struggling to advance your goals or feel overwhelmed by the demands of the modern world? Do you yearn for love or close friendships but struggle with loneliness or painful relationships? If so, I’d love to talk with you. I am Dr. Akilah a licensed psychologist in California that specializes in helping busy professionals manage personal and professional success by focusing on mental wellness. As a professional woman myself, I know the importance of having a culturally congruent space for healing, which is why I joined the Black Girl Doctor.
Diane Ross
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90044
Hi there, my name is Diane. I am an LMFT who is committed to helping people through difficult life challenges, and skilled at helping people navigate and manage symptoms of depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, and PTSD. I also have a background working with women who have experienced sexual abuse as children.
Hi there, my name is Diane. I am an LMFT who is committed to helping people through difficult life challenges, and skilled at helping people navigate and manage symptoms of depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, and PTSD. I also have a background working with women who have experienced sexual abuse as children.
Betsy Cummings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I look forward to helping you. I work to create a safe, empathic environment where we can explore your concerns at a pace that feels comfortable to you. Life is challenging, but therapy provides a place of comfort to look at life's stressors as well as what scares, saddens, or angers us. I work to help clients build a deeper and more compassionate understanding of themselves in order to identify their strengths, develop new coping skills, build more meaningful relationships and live a more fulfilling life.
I look forward to helping you. I work to create a safe, empathic environment where we can explore your concerns at a pace that feels comfortable to you. Life is challenging, but therapy provides a place of comfort to look at life's stressors as well as what scares, saddens, or angers us. I work to help clients build a deeper and more compassionate understanding of themselves in order to identify their strengths, develop new coping skills, build more meaningful relationships and live a more fulfilling life.
Rebecca Brandy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90041
Everybody has a story to tell, and I want to hear yours. I believe you are the expert in your experience, and together we can navigate your life with more understanding and ease. My role is to help empower you to become your authentic self using curiosity and empathy. I aim to create a nonjudgmental environment where you can speak freely about your anxiety, relationship issues, thoughts, impulses, secrets, sadness, desires, happiness, work stress, ideas, grief, life transitions, low self-esteem, body dysmorphia, and past/current traumas.
Everybody has a story to tell, and I want to hear yours. I believe you are the expert in your experience, and together we can navigate your life with more understanding and ease. My role is to help empower you to become your authentic self using curiosity and empathy. I aim to create a nonjudgmental environment where you can speak freely about your anxiety, relationship issues, thoughts, impulses, secrets, sadness, desires, happiness, work stress, ideas, grief, life transitions, low self-esteem, body dysmorphia, and past/current traumas.
Charles Yin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90018
Currently only accepting focused, short-term therapy clients - 12 sessions or less. Hi I'm Charles Yin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA. I live in San Diego, CA. Growing up in Minnesota, I struggled with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) (aka winter blues). This drove me to find better ways to cope with lack of energy, and feeling empty during the darker days of fall and winter. Two things helped me tremendously in weathering these emotional storms: Running track and cross-country in high school and college— and leaning into my growing faith in Christ.
Currently only accepting focused, short-term therapy clients - 12 sessions or less. Hi I'm Charles Yin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA. I live in San Diego, CA. Growing up in Minnesota, I struggled with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) (aka winter blues). This drove me to find better ways to cope with lack of energy, and feeling empty during the darker days of fall and winter. Two things helped me tremendously in weathering these emotional storms: Running track and cross-country in high school and college— and leaning into my growing faith in Christ.
Elle Michel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Do you struggle with trauma, relationships, and anxiety, or worry that you might be beyond help? Give me a call--I've been there and, through my own healing, as well as extensive training and experience, I'm uniquely fit to help others. I specialize in healing complex trauma, compulsive disorders, and borderline personality disorder, using EMDR, DBT, and Brainspotting to achieve tangible results quickly. My clients often tell me that no other therapist has helped them in the way that I have, and that they finally have the tools they need to let go of trauma and thrive.
Do you struggle with trauma, relationships, and anxiety, or worry that you might be beyond help? Give me a call--I've been there and, through my own healing, as well as extensive training and experience, I'm uniquely fit to help others. I specialize in healing complex trauma, compulsive disorders, and borderline personality disorder, using EMDR, DBT, and Brainspotting to achieve tangible results quickly. My clients often tell me that no other therapist has helped them in the way that I have, and that they finally have the tools they need to let go of trauma and thrive.
Claudia De Casas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist with over seven years of experience working with children, teens, adults, families, and couples. Therapy can be a transformative experience of growth and self-discovery. I believe we all have the power to live the life we truly want. We possess inner strengths that assist us with overcoming life's obstacles; however, overcoming obstacles can be challenging and takes tremendous courage and support.
I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist with over seven years of experience working with children, teens, adults, families, and couples. Therapy can be a transformative experience of growth and self-discovery. I believe we all have the power to live the life we truly want. We possess inner strengths that assist us with overcoming life's obstacles; however, overcoming obstacles can be challenging and takes tremendous courage and support.
Ginger Clark
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90089
Many of my clients have led very successful lives, either in school, at work, or at home. They are highly resilient, resourceful, hard working, and strong, which is why they can't explain the anxiety or depression that keeps bubbling up. They are hesitant to seek therapy because they don't want to tinker with what is working, yet they are feeling emotions that sometimes don't make sense or are hard to manage. They feel isolated because they believe they can't share these vulnerabilities with anyone else, either because they are ashamed of feeling them or because they may not be able to trust others with that information.
Many of my clients have led very successful lives, either in school, at work, or at home. They are highly resilient, resourceful, hard working, and strong, which is why they can't explain the anxiety or depression that keeps bubbling up. They are hesitant to seek therapy because they don't want to tinker with what is working, yet they are feeling emotions that sometimes don't make sense or are hard to manage. They feel isolated because they believe they can't share these vulnerabilities with anyone else, either because they are ashamed of feeling them or because they may not be able to trust others with that information.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90042
As a third-culture kid, I grew up speaking Russian, Mandarin Chinese, and English. Rooted in the Humanistic philosophy, I approach my clients with unconditional positive regard. My clients are youths of all ages, adults desiring adaptability and help with boundary setting, multicultural couples desiring to identify and communicate core values, and blended families. My career in classical music and my ongoing work in the film soundtrack recording industry gives me first-hand knowledge about the struggle of individual artists. I am fulfilled by helping others navigate interpersonal and the power dynamics of the entertainment industry.
As a third-culture kid, I grew up speaking Russian, Mandarin Chinese, and English. Rooted in the Humanistic philosophy, I approach my clients with unconditional positive regard. My clients are youths of all ages, adults desiring adaptability and help with boundary setting, multicultural couples desiring to identify and communicate core values, and blended families. My career in classical music and my ongoing work in the film soundtrack recording industry gives me first-hand knowledge about the struggle of individual artists. I am fulfilled by helping others navigate interpersonal and the power dynamics of the entertainment industry.
Kyoungjun Kim
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90006
Hello, I am a psychologist who studied Christian Counseling and earned a Clinical Psychology Ph.D. As an ordained pastor with a strong background in neuroscience, I integrate spirituality into evidence-based psychotherapy practices like cognitive behavioral therapy. I am confident I can help you all as I am readily experienced with clients dealing with addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, etc.
Hello, I am a psychologist who studied Christian Counseling and earned a Clinical Psychology Ph.D. As an ordained pastor with a strong background in neuroscience, I integrate spirituality into evidence-based psychotherapy practices like cognitive behavioral therapy. I am confident I can help you all as I am readily experienced with clients dealing with addictions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, etc.
Kristina Roman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90049 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m so happy you’re here. While finding the right therapist can be challenging, my mission is to lead with compassion and empathy, to create a space for my clients to be authentically themselves. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, chronic illness, life transitions, trauma, or relationship issues–you are safe here.
Hi, I’m so happy you’re here. While finding the right therapist can be challenging, my mission is to lead with compassion and empathy, to create a space for my clients to be authentically themselves. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, chronic illness, life transitions, trauma, or relationship issues–you are safe here.
Lauren Muhlheim
Psychologist, PsyD, FAED, CEDS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Are you worried about your child's eating? Has your child lost weight? Are you having trouble figuring out how to get him or her to eat? Are you feeling scared? Perhaps your teen is receiving eating disorder treatment that excludes you and you want to play a more active role. Maybe other treatments haven't helped. I can help you help your teen with an eating disorder heal and become a healthy independent young adult who can go about the business of building his or her life. I wrote, "When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder...," New Harbinger, 2018.
Are you worried about your child's eating? Has your child lost weight? Are you having trouble figuring out how to get him or her to eat? Are you feeling scared? Perhaps your teen is receiving eating disorder treatment that excludes you and you want to play a more active role. Maybe other treatments haven't helped. I can help you help your teen with an eating disorder heal and become a healthy independent young adult who can go about the business of building his or her life. I wrote, "When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder...," New Harbinger, 2018.
Michelle Kathleen Orozco
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As a compassionate and empathetic therapist, I prioritize creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Understanding the unique nature of each individual, I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs. By drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic techniques, I aim to provide a personalized experience that resonates with you. My background is working in end of life, life altering diseases and diagnoses, life changes, anxiety, depression and trauma. I have experience working with women's issues, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
As a compassionate and empathetic therapist, I prioritize creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Understanding the unique nature of each individual, I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs. By drawing from a diverse range of therapeutic techniques, I aim to provide a personalized experience that resonates with you. My background is working in end of life, life altering diseases and diagnoses, life changes, anxiety, depression and trauma. I have experience working with women's issues, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
Chris Parry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90012 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I’m a somatic therapist trained in EMDR (a trauma modality) and EFT (couples therapy) and am a certified sex educator. I help individuals and couples navigate the complexities of non-monogamy, life transitions, grief, fertility challenges, anxiety management, increasing self awareness, developing coping/regulation skills, trauma recovery, and beyond. I see therapy as a relationship that can facilitate growth and healing (in the myriad ways you might define those words) - not in isolation, but in support of connecting more fully outside of therapy, with yourself and your communities.
I’m a somatic therapist trained in EMDR (a trauma modality) and EFT (couples therapy) and am a certified sex educator. I help individuals and couples navigate the complexities of non-monogamy, life transitions, grief, fertility challenges, anxiety management, increasing self awareness, developing coping/regulation skills, trauma recovery, and beyond. I see therapy as a relationship that can facilitate growth and healing (in the myriad ways you might define those words) - not in isolation, but in support of connecting more fully outside of therapy, with yourself and your communities.
Fabrice Paracuellos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 91335
I specialize in emotions, relationships, self-esteem, and culture. I bring a warm approach to therapy, one informed by my experiences in Europe and Asia. I also supervise therapists in training. I became a therapist after discovering the meaning of fatherhood. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I integrate approaches that provide empathy, help regulate the nervous system, and deepen self-awareness. These bring direct relief with regards to the immediate stress associated with current issue(s) and long-term support with self-esteem, empowerment, quality of relationship, and meaning.
I specialize in emotions, relationships, self-esteem, and culture. I bring a warm approach to therapy, one informed by my experiences in Europe and Asia. I also supervise therapists in training. I became a therapist after discovering the meaning of fatherhood. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I integrate approaches that provide empathy, help regulate the nervous system, and deepen self-awareness. These bring direct relief with regards to the immediate stress associated with current issue(s) and long-term support with self-esteem, empowerment, quality of relationship, and meaning.
Kim Chronister
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
My name is Dr. Kim Chronister. I'm a licensed Clinical Psychologist. I specialize in mood disorders, anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders, breakup recovery, and relationships. I typically work with adolescents and adults in individual and couples therapy. I work well with those who have a curiosity about themselves and a willingness to be open to change. I focus on the strengths of the individual rather than on weaknesses.
My name is Dr. Kim Chronister. I'm a licensed Clinical Psychologist. I specialize in mood disorders, anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders, breakup recovery, and relationships. I typically work with adolescents and adults in individual and couples therapy. I work well with those who have a curiosity about themselves and a willingness to be open to change. I focus on the strengths of the individual rather than on weaknesses.
Lauren Wahlen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90063 (Online Only)
Life is HARD. It’d be great if we were each given an individualized user manual from the moment we were born, but that’s not how life works (unfortunately). Even though we don’t come with our own set of instructions for living our best life, we DO have the option to seek support from experts who can make our healing journey feel a bit more doable. Realizing that we are worthy of a better life, one filled with joy and fulfillment, is truly the hardest step. The next hardest step is asking for help, and you’re doing that right now by searching for a therapist! Whether you choose to work with me or find someone else, I’m proud of you!
Life is HARD. It’d be great if we were each given an individualized user manual from the moment we were born, but that’s not how life works (unfortunately). Even though we don’t come with our own set of instructions for living our best life, we DO have the option to seek support from experts who can make our healing journey feel a bit more doable. Realizing that we are worthy of a better life, one filled with joy and fulfillment, is truly the hardest step. The next hardest step is asking for help, and you’re doing that right now by searching for a therapist! Whether you choose to work with me or find someone else, I’m proud of you!
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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 |
88% | Depression |
74% | Self Esteem |
72% | Relationship Issues |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
65% | Coping Skills |
63% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
76% | Aetna |
69% | Cigna and Evernorth |
68% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Los Angeles, CA see their clients
56% | In Person and Online | |
44% | 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?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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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.