Therapists in Canoga Park, CA
Randy Christopher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canoga Park, CA 91303
For over fifteen years now I have been a licensed marriage and family therapist, working with individuals, couples, and families.
None of us enter this world with a User's Manual. When something goes wrong in our lives, where can we turn for help? I sometimes think of psychotherapy as an IT helpdesk for mental health related "technical problems." My approach is kind and gentle; only in a warm and safe environment are we free explore our problems and develop solutions.
For over fifteen years now I have been a licensed marriage and family therapist, working with individuals, couples, and families.
None of us enter this world with a User's Manual. When something goes wrong in our lives, where can we turn for help? I sometimes think of psychotherapy as an IT helpdesk for mental health related "technical problems." My approach is kind and gentle; only in a warm and safe environment are we free explore our problems and develop solutions.
Starr Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Canoga Park, CA 91306
My name is Starr Lee, a licensed marriage family therapist (LMFT), working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients to regain health, wholeness, and wellness. I work to help my clients to develop a more positive and adaptive way of thinking, feeling, behaving and to empower my clients to take an active role in their own lives. My communication style is calm, personable, and collaborative. I want my clients to know I am empathetic and genuine.
My name is Starr Lee, a licensed marriage family therapist (LMFT), working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients to regain health, wholeness, and wellness. I work to help my clients to develop a more positive and adaptive way of thinking, feeling, behaving and to empower my clients to take an active role in their own lives. My communication style is calm, personable, and collaborative. I want my clients to know I am empathetic and genuine.
Om Prakash Sharma
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CATC, V
Verified Verified
Canoga Park, CA 91303
Your therapy is your journey of self-discovery to enable you to make informed decisions, to re-educate yourself, and even to re-parent yourself. It is similar to mountain climbing where a guide is exceedingly helpful. A therapist is like a Sherpa; he carries what may be too heavy to carry, sometimes he walks ahead to clear the path but often he follows your lead, after all it is your journey. When you are on your journey and you feel the need for a guide, a Sherpa to facilitate your journey, I may be of assistance.
Your therapy is your journey of self-discovery to enable you to make informed decisions, to re-educate yourself, and even to re-parent yourself. It is similar to mountain climbing where a guide is exceedingly helpful. A therapist is like a Sherpa; he carries what may be too heavy to carry, sometimes he walks ahead to clear the path but often he follows your lead, after all it is your journey. When you are on your journey and you feel the need for a guide, a Sherpa to facilitate your journey, I may be of assistance.
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Jay Orlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
I'm Jay Orlin, a licensed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 45 years of experience. I work with adults and couples struggling with relationship issues, grief, anxiety, and stress. I understand the complexities of the corporate workplace very well. I am completely comfortable working with almost any lifestyle or sexual orientation. I rely a lot on my intuition and our connection to co-discover with you what will best contribute to your healing. I bring 100% of myself to the sessions and will go the extra mile to help if I can.
I'm Jay Orlin, a licensed Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 45 years of experience. I work with adults and couples struggling with relationship issues, grief, anxiety, and stress. I understand the complexities of the corporate workplace very well. I am completely comfortable working with almost any lifestyle or sexual orientation. I rely a lot on my intuition and our connection to co-discover with you what will best contribute to your healing. I bring 100% of myself to the sessions and will go the extra mile to help if I can.
Stephen J. Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
We are experiencing extraordinary challenges right now. I personally understand and professionally appreciate the multitude of stressors that people are facing these days. Life typically demands much of us. Today in this fast paced society the demands are unparalleled. Depression and anxiety run rampant impacting the quality of our lives on all levels. I treat adult and adolescent age males and females in my 50+ years in practice conducting individual, couple, family and group sessions. My goal is to help my clients to transform their lives achieving greater balance, harmony and happiness.
We are experiencing extraordinary challenges right now. I personally understand and professionally appreciate the multitude of stressors that people are facing these days. Life typically demands much of us. Today in this fast paced society the demands are unparalleled. Depression and anxiety run rampant impacting the quality of our lives on all levels. I treat adult and adolescent age males and females in my 50+ years in practice conducting individual, couple, family and group sessions. My goal is to help my clients to transform their lives achieving greater balance, harmony and happiness.
Clifford Robinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Over the past 17 years of providing Marriage, Family and Child therapy, I have been witness to some amazing transformations of healing and change.
"Let's finally stop just talking about your problems, and begin doing something about them." I've found that at the core of most of our troubles is deeper conflict between our Values and Actions. This inconsistency may have been caused by past experiences, traumatic events or a genetic predisposition. Regardless of the source of the problem, let's take a more active approach to feeling happier and healthier. Whether you are seeking help in your career, looking to improve your relationship, having problems with the kids or struggling with anxiety, let's get started. The time is now!
Over the past 17 years of providing Marriage, Family and Child therapy, I have been witness to some amazing transformations of healing and change.
"Let's finally stop just talking about your problems, and begin doing something about them." I've found that at the core of most of our troubles is deeper conflict between our Values and Actions. This inconsistency may have been caused by past experiences, traumatic events or a genetic predisposition. Regardless of the source of the problem, let's take a more active approach to feeling happier and healthier. Whether you are seeking help in your career, looking to improve your relationship, having problems with the kids or struggling with anxiety, let's get started. The time is now!
Thomas Echlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Helping a family includes building new conflict resolution and communication skills.
Chaos and heartbreak in relationships bring people to me. They are angry and confused as they face both a hidden crisis and the loss of support or connection. Some do not have a choice – there are lawyers or social workers, and orders and mandates to address. Many are filled with shame and self-doubt, so we begin with what I know even before we meet – “your feelings are real” and “you are not losing it – you have been overwhelmed.” You are struggling to accept what you cannot change, but we may help you find the power to seize control of what you can. Whether “you” is an individual or a relationship that seems hopelessly broken.
Helping a family includes building new conflict resolution and communication skills.
Chaos and heartbreak in relationships bring people to me. They are angry and confused as they face both a hidden crisis and the loss of support or connection. Some do not have a choice – there are lawyers or social workers, and orders and mandates to address. Many are filled with shame and self-doubt, so we begin with what I know even before we meet – “your feelings are real” and “you are not losing it – you have been overwhelmed.” You are struggling to accept what you cannot change, but we may help you find the power to seize control of what you can. Whether “you” is an individual or a relationship that seems hopelessly broken.
Robert Jaffe, Ph.D., LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
I believe every human has unique struggles and deserves therapy that is tailored to best help them. I work with individuals, couples, and families to treat a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, and addiction. Since I have a license in Marriage and Family Therapy, I have a perspective that allows me to help patients see their struggles in a way they may not have considered.
I believe every human has unique struggles and deserves therapy that is tailored to best help them. I work with individuals, couples, and families to treat a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, and addiction. Since I have a license in Marriage and Family Therapy, I have a perspective that allows me to help patients see their struggles in a way they may not have considered.
Bennett I Goldberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Are you concerned about your child's wellbeing? I specialize in working with children and I am passionate about my work with adolescents and young adults. Growing up is difficult enough; dealing with the intense pressure of school, family, friends and intimate relationships is often overwhelming. It is equally difficult establishing one's self and who you will be the remainder of your life. Homework, test anxiety, divorce, bullying and or peer pressure frequently overwhelm children and teens while major transitions --college, relationships and career-- leave us feeling inadequate.
Are you concerned about your child's wellbeing? I specialize in working with children and I am passionate about my work with adolescents and young adults. Growing up is difficult enough; dealing with the intense pressure of school, family, friends and intimate relationships is often overwhelming. It is equally difficult establishing one's self and who you will be the remainder of your life. Homework, test anxiety, divorce, bullying and or peer pressure frequently overwhelm children and teens while major transitions --college, relationships and career-- leave us feeling inadequate.
Alek Koundakjian
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Hello! My goal as your therapist is to create a space that feels safe and supportive. Whether you are having a particular difficulty such as anxiety, depression, family concerns, or just need a safe haven to show up once a week, I’m here to provide support in a way that specifically meets your needs. I believe that connection and trust are foundational aspects of a therapeutic relationship and will prioritize getting to know you as a full person instead of a list of symptoms.
Hello! My goal as your therapist is to create a space that feels safe and supportive. Whether you are having a particular difficulty such as anxiety, depression, family concerns, or just need a safe haven to show up once a week, I’m here to provide support in a way that specifically meets your needs. I believe that connection and trust are foundational aspects of a therapeutic relationship and will prioritize getting to know you as a full person instead of a list of symptoms.
Sheldon Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, #132609
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Hills, CA 91307
My experience involves addressing addiction, personality disorders, mood and anxiety issues, depression, grief, codependency, impulsivity, ADHD, couples, and family matters.
Hello, I'm Sheldon Cohen, and I appreciate your contemplation of a potential collaboration. It's possible that you've observed heightened personal hurdles and are grappling with pinpointing their source. Consequently, daily obligations might seem tougher to handle. Determining the right professional to connect with can be challenging. I'm devoted to your mental well-being and motivated to foster your empowerment and success.
My experience involves addressing addiction, personality disorders, mood and anxiety issues, depression, grief, codependency, impulsivity, ADHD, couples, and family matters.
Hello, I'm Sheldon Cohen, and I appreciate your contemplation of a potential collaboration. It's possible that you've observed heightened personal hurdles and are grappling with pinpointing their source. Consequently, daily obligations might seem tougher to handle. Determining the right professional to connect with can be challenging. I'm devoted to your mental well-being and motivated to foster your empowerment and success.
Randy M Gold
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Hills, CA 91307
Welcome to my "family practice." Finding a therapist that you feel comfortable talking with is crucial to the success of your work with that therapist. My work with an individual, whether child or adult, as well as with a family, begins with us developing a conversational style and working relationship together that will foster growth and learning. Together in this environment, we can work towards those goals we have set out, or simply take the opportunity to express feelings and thoughts in a safe, confidential environment.
Welcome to my "family practice." Finding a therapist that you feel comfortable talking with is crucial to the success of your work with that therapist. My work with an individual, whether child or adult, as well as with a family, begins with us developing a conversational style and working relationship together that will foster growth and learning. Together in this environment, we can work towards those goals we have set out, or simply take the opportunity to express feelings and thoughts in a safe, confidential environment.
Michael Azad Moradian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (Online Only)
I utilize diverse methods: CBT, DBT, EFT, Family Systems, Gottman, Group Therapy, Multicultural, Trauma Focused, Narrative, and more.
Hi there, I'm Michael! A licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. I specialize in various areas, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, ADHD, ASD, Grief, and high-conflict divorce. I also support individuals with Intellectual & developmental disabilities and their families. As an immigrant, I understand the unique challenges immigrants face and provide therapy in English, Kurdish, and Farsi, with knowledge of other languages and cultures. My collaborative approach focuses on personalized treatment plans and promotes personal growth through deep listening. Let's work together for a happier, healthier you.
I utilize diverse methods: CBT, DBT, EFT, Family Systems, Gottman, Group Therapy, Multicultural, Trauma Focused, Narrative, and more.
Hi there, I'm Michael! A licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. I specialize in various areas, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, ADHD, ASD, Grief, and high-conflict divorce. I also support individuals with Intellectual & developmental disabilities and their families. As an immigrant, I understand the unique challenges immigrants face and provide therapy in English, Kurdish, and Farsi, with knowledge of other languages and cultures. My collaborative approach focuses on personalized treatment plans and promotes personal growth through deep listening. Let's work together for a happier, healthier you.
Matthew McLean
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (Online Only)
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or stuck? Are you struggling with relationship, family, or career issues? I can help you figure them out so you can move forward, feel better, and make changes allowing you to live life on your terms. I am experienced working with entrepreneurs, businesspeople, and motion picture industry professionals. I utilize solution-focused (SFT), narrative, CBT, and family systems therapies. LGBTQ+ and polyamory/CNM/ENM allied. I am currently accepting new individual clients, and I offer flexible Telehealth scheduling options for clients anywhere in California. Call or email for a free consultation.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or stuck? Are you struggling with relationship, family, or career issues? I can help you figure them out so you can move forward, feel better, and make changes allowing you to live life on your terms. I am experienced working with entrepreneurs, businesspeople, and motion picture industry professionals. I utilize solution-focused (SFT), narrative, CBT, and family systems therapies. LGBTQ+ and polyamory/CNM/ENM allied. I am currently accepting new individual clients, and I offer flexible Telehealth scheduling options for clients anywhere in California. Call or email for a free consultation.
Rod Louden
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
I have written a wide variety of articles regarding, individual, couples, and family/parenting issues.
Please visit my YouTube Channel, Positively Psyched with Rod Louden. There you will find videos covering a wide range of psychological topics. For decades, I have had the honor of helping people on their journey to overcome difficult challenges. I am humbled by the trust that so many have gifted me. I have worked with hundreds of couples whose goal is to improve their relationships. I also work with individuals to change their relationships with anxiety, depression, and other negative forces. I work with musicians, actors, and artists to break through creative blocks allowing a deeper expression of their artistry.
I have written a wide variety of articles regarding, individual, couples, and family/parenting issues.
Please visit my YouTube Channel, Positively Psyched with Rod Louden. There you will find videos covering a wide range of psychological topics. For decades, I have had the honor of helping people on their journey to overcome difficult challenges. I am humbled by the trust that so many have gifted me. I have worked with hundreds of couples whose goal is to improve their relationships. I also work with individuals to change their relationships with anxiety, depression, and other negative forces. I work with musicians, actors, and artists to break through creative blocks allowing a deeper expression of their artistry.
Marc Wilmes-Reitz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
West Hills, CA 91304
Therapy is a relationship that provides for change and growth in a supportive environment. I employ various modalities (including CBT) in an interactive process to reach your individual goals. Over the past 36 years I have helped hundreds of people with issues like depression, anxiety, panic, self-esteem and relationship issues. Take hope, and let me help you too. For much more information, check out our website at www.wrpsych.info.
Therapy is a relationship that provides for change and growth in a supportive environment. I employ various modalities (including CBT) in an interactive process to reach your individual goals. Over the past 36 years I have helped hundreds of people with issues like depression, anxiety, panic, self-esteem and relationship issues. Take hope, and let me help you too. For much more information, check out our website at www.wrpsych.info.
Alex Bunch
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MA, MSCP, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Quite often life can be full of challenges and it can be difficult to work through them. Part of my goal as your therapist is to help you see that despite these challenges, they can be worked through and you can have a meaningful and fulfilling life. I personally enjoy being on this journey with my clients and will utilize a variety of approaches and techniques to help you overcome them. I do believe that everybody is different and deserves to have a customized approach which works for them, and that is why I work from an eclectic perspective and will personalize a treatment plan for each client.
Quite often life can be full of challenges and it can be difficult to work through them. Part of my goal as your therapist is to help you see that despite these challenges, they can be worked through and you can have a meaningful and fulfilling life. I personally enjoy being on this journey with my clients and will utilize a variety of approaches and techniques to help you overcome them. I do believe that everybody is different and deserves to have a customized approach which works for them, and that is why I work from an eclectic perspective and will personalize a treatment plan for each client.
Mel Herst
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Whether you are struggling with relationship decisions, would like to review previous life choices or need help with parenting, I look forward to assisting you in the process. Client's arrive with divergent treatment needs and ideas about therapy and its function. I encourage my client's take the lead while I support their exploration toward a successful threrapeutic outcome. Sometimes that can be done in 3 or 4 sessions and other times circumstances require more time. It is important that my clients feel safe and I earn their trust.
Whether you are struggling with relationship decisions, would like to review previous life choices or need help with parenting, I look forward to assisting you in the process. Client's arrive with divergent treatment needs and ideas about therapy and its function. I encourage my client's take the lead while I support their exploration toward a successful threrapeutic outcome. Sometimes that can be done in 3 or 4 sessions and other times circumstances require more time. It is important that my clients feel safe and I earn their trust.
Richard Skarda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Woodland Hills, CA 91371
Hi there, I'm Richard! I have been an LCSW since 1985 and have extensive clinical experience treating adults and the elderly. I enjoy helping others with depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, anger, PTSD, stress, relationship conflicts, and aging issues. For me, cognitive-behavioral therapy is the gold standard, but I use other modalities depending on the client's needs. I am a Navy veteran and often bring the military skills I learned into the therapeutic alliance. I view psychotherapy as a partnership: an honest and open collaboration between two people addressing areas of concern.
Hi there, I'm Richard! I have been an LCSW since 1985 and have extensive clinical experience treating adults and the elderly. I enjoy helping others with depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, anger, PTSD, stress, relationship conflicts, and aging issues. For me, cognitive-behavioral therapy is the gold standard, but I use other modalities depending on the client's needs. I am a Navy veteran and often bring the military skills I learned into the therapeutic alliance. I view psychotherapy as a partnership: an honest and open collaboration between two people addressing areas of concern.
Christopher Minassian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Are you looking for guidance?Are you feeling stuck?Well congratulations on taking this important first step of your empowering journey in happiness, clarity, and peace. You possess a unique ability to develop your inner strengths to help lead you to the peace of mind that you seek. I provide a safe and comfortable environment where you can successfully navigate your daily stressors, turn bad habits into good ones, and conquer your anxiety and fears to take control of your own happiness. My specialties include working with adults with trauma, adolescents, troubled children as well as teenagers, adults, couples, elderly, and families.
Are you looking for guidance?Are you feeling stuck?Well congratulations on taking this important first step of your empowering journey in happiness, clarity, and peace. You possess a unique ability to develop your inner strengths to help lead you to the peace of mind that you seek. I provide a safe and comfortable environment where you can successfully navigate your daily stressors, turn bad habits into good ones, and conquer your anxiety and fears to take control of your own happiness. My specialties include working with adults with trauma, adolescents, troubled children as well as teenagers, adults, couples, elderly, and families.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.