Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Culver City, CA
I can help you discover the reason for the behaviors and actions that are causing you distress, then help you build the self- acceptance and appropriate coping skills to overcome the challenges that prompted you to seek assistance.
I truly believe Every behavior has a purpose. This allows me to meet the people I am working with where they are. I utilize a collaborative approach that includes listening without judgment, behavior exploration, and skill building. I am devoted to providing support, understanding, and a safe place for those seeking help with the situations they find themselves in. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed marriage and family therapist with 7 years of experience treating depression, anxiety, motivation/goal setting, and trauma. My focus has been on providing services to adolescents/young adults and their families.
I can help you discover the reason for the behaviors and actions that are causing you distress, then help you build the self- acceptance and appropriate coping skills to overcome the challenges that prompted you to seek assistance.
I truly believe Every behavior has a purpose. This allows me to meet the people I am working with where they are. I utilize a collaborative approach that includes listening without judgment, behavior exploration, and skill building. I am devoted to providing support, understanding, and a safe place for those seeking help with the situations they find themselves in. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed marriage and family therapist with 7 years of experience treating depression, anxiety, motivation/goal setting, and trauma. My focus has been on providing services to adolescents/young adults and their families.
My ideal client is someone who chooses to enter the therapy room to deepen their compassion for themself and understand their inner experience. I thrive when working with people navigating demanding careers, complex interpersonal relationships, and significant life changes.
I truly enjoy helping people ground into their bodies and their values. I particularly enjoy working with men who hope to build a solid understanding of their needs and how to get them met. I also love to support women who are navigating pregnancy and postpartum experiences.
My ideal client is someone who chooses to enter the therapy room to deepen their compassion for themself and understand their inner experience. I thrive when working with people navigating demanding careers, complex interpersonal relationships, and significant life changes.
I truly enjoy helping people ground into their bodies and their values. I particularly enjoy working with men who hope to build a solid understanding of their needs and how to get them met. I also love to support women who are navigating pregnancy and postpartum experiences.
"Renew the Light Within You." Life’s circumstances can be challenging enough for emotional prosperity, but the last few years have been an especially difficult trial period. These times have touched everyone, regardless of personal circumstances. On top of challenges in your life’s journey that preceded the pandemic, now more than ever may be time to reach out for help. No matter what, your point of reference in life matters, along with your experiences, joys, losses, and any personal questions you might have about meaning in your life. These questions matter, because you matter, too.
"Renew the Light Within You." Life’s circumstances can be challenging enough for emotional prosperity, but the last few years have been an especially difficult trial period. These times have touched everyone, regardless of personal circumstances. On top of challenges in your life’s journey that preceded the pandemic, now more than ever may be time to reach out for help. No matter what, your point of reference in life matters, along with your experiences, joys, losses, and any personal questions you might have about meaning in your life. These questions matter, because you matter, too.
I believe everyone can obtain mental stability and peak performance even during life transitions and crisis situations. At One Neuro our clinicians provide therapy, tailored evaluations, mindfulness, and neurofeedback, treatment for children and adults who experience low achievement, attentional challenges, learning difficulties, and developmental disorders. We also work with individuals who have complex medical conditions (e.g., tics, concussion, migraines, epilepsy, chronic pain, sleep difficulty, cancer, TBI, genetic conditions) that may be impacting their adaptive functioning.
I believe everyone can obtain mental stability and peak performance even during life transitions and crisis situations. At One Neuro our clinicians provide therapy, tailored evaluations, mindfulness, and neurofeedback, treatment for children and adults who experience low achievement, attentional challenges, learning difficulties, and developmental disorders. We also work with individuals who have complex medical conditions (e.g., tics, concussion, migraines, epilepsy, chronic pain, sleep difficulty, cancer, TBI, genetic conditions) that may be impacting their adaptive functioning.
At Counseling Services/LA Peace of Mind.com, we guide people to the light and empower themselves to heal. We help people who seek trust and freedom to be expressive, address life challenges, and barriers that interfere with growth and achieving life's goals.
At Counseling Services/LA Peace of Mind.com, we guide people to the light and empower themselves to heal. We help people who seek trust and freedom to be expressive, address life challenges, and barriers that interfere with growth and achieving life's goals.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in somatic awareness, EMDR, ACT, and psychodynamic and relational perspectives.
Hello and welcome!
If you're here, chances are you’ve been carrying more than you expected—whether it’s the transition to parenthood, moving through a major life change, navigating grief or survivorship, or holding the weight of past trauma. You may feel anxious, sad, overwhelmed, or unlike yourself. Deep down, you want relief: to feel steadier, more connected, and able to move forward with clarity and confidence.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in somatic awareness, EMDR, ACT, and psychodynamic and relational perspectives.
Hello and welcome!
If you're here, chances are you’ve been carrying more than you expected—whether it’s the transition to parenthood, moving through a major life change, navigating grief or survivorship, or holding the weight of past trauma. You may feel anxious, sad, overwhelmed, or unlike yourself. Deep down, you want relief: to feel steadier, more connected, and able to move forward with clarity and confidence.
I am a highly experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, children, youth, and parents. I am dedicated to my clients and committed to helping people overcome mental health challenges and achieve lasting wellness. I typically work with a diverse range of clients, including adults, children, and adolescents. My skills and training allow me to address a myriad of conditions and challenges. This can include anxiety, depression, trauma, work-related stressors, trauma, and grief and loss.
I am a highly experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, children, youth, and parents. I am dedicated to my clients and committed to helping people overcome mental health challenges and achieve lasting wellness. I typically work with a diverse range of clients, including adults, children, and adolescents. My skills and training allow me to address a myriad of conditions and challenges. This can include anxiety, depression, trauma, work-related stressors, trauma, and grief and loss.
I offer trauma-informed care using EMDR to help process trauma, ACT to build resilience, manage anxiety, and foster self- acceptance, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy to strengthen communication and connection.
Therapy is a powerful tool to help us navigate the ups and downs of life, and a reminder that whatever we are facing, we don't have to do it alone. I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma, recover from narcissistic, sexual, or intimate partner abuse, and navigate challenges like divorce, separation, co-parenting, and blended families. I also support those exploring identity, building self-esteem, and overcoming anxiety. In a compassionate, non-judgmental space, we’ll work together to break unhealthy patterns, foster resilience, and create lasting positive change. Otis, my office dog, usually joins us for sessions.
I offer trauma-informed care using EMDR to help process trauma, ACT to build resilience, manage anxiety, and foster self- acceptance, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy to strengthen communication and connection.
Therapy is a powerful tool to help us navigate the ups and downs of life, and a reminder that whatever we are facing, we don't have to do it alone. I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma, recover from narcissistic, sexual, or intimate partner abuse, and navigate challenges like divorce, separation, co-parenting, and blended families. I also support those exploring identity, building self-esteem, and overcoming anxiety. In a compassionate, non-judgmental space, we’ll work together to break unhealthy patterns, foster resilience, and create lasting positive change. Otis, my office dog, usually joins us for sessions.
As a social worker and psychotherapist, I see adults and couples with the aim of providing a safe and accepting environment for everyone. I work with people seeking therapy for a wide range of reasons, including trauma, relationship issues, and sexual concerns. I believe that therapy can be helpful to any person who is willing to examine and improve upon their thoughts and behaviors. My goal is that through a collaborative therapeutic relationship, I can help my clients meet their personal and relational goals for growth.
As a social worker and psychotherapist, I see adults and couples with the aim of providing a safe and accepting environment for everyone. I work with people seeking therapy for a wide range of reasons, including trauma, relationship issues, and sexual concerns. I believe that therapy can be helpful to any person who is willing to examine and improve upon their thoughts and behaviors. My goal is that through a collaborative therapeutic relationship, I can help my clients meet their personal and relational goals for growth.
I take a person-centered and trauma-informed approach, integrating evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness with the expressive and reflective tools of art therapy.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist, I believe healing happens through connection, creativity, and compassionate self-exploration. I provide a calm, supportive space where you can feel seen and understood while working through anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My goal is to help you strengthen your sense of self, improve communication, and create more balance and fulfillment in your daily life.
I take a person-centered and trauma-informed approach, integrating evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness with the expressive and reflective tools of art therapy.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist, I believe healing happens through connection, creativity, and compassionate self-exploration. I provide a calm, supportive space where you can feel seen and understood while working through anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My goal is to help you strengthen your sense of self, improve communication, and create more balance and fulfillment in your daily life.
My certifications include Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, CBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Are you or your partner seeking to improve your relationship, resolve conflicts, or deepen your connection? I specialize in helping couples navigate the complexities of relationships in a safe & supportive environment. Services include pre-marital counseling and support for couples in crisis that are dealing with infidelity, separation, and/or parenting issues. I offer evidence based strategies to resolve disagreements, reduce tension, rebuild trust, intimacy & emotional connection. How? By learning about different love languages, emotional triggers, effective time out and self soothing strategies leading to healthier relationship.
My certifications include Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, CBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Are you or your partner seeking to improve your relationship, resolve conflicts, or deepen your connection? I specialize in helping couples navigate the complexities of relationships in a safe & supportive environment. Services include pre-marital counseling and support for couples in crisis that are dealing with infidelity, separation, and/or parenting issues. I offer evidence based strategies to resolve disagreements, reduce tension, rebuild trust, intimacy & emotional connection. How? By learning about different love languages, emotional triggers, effective time out and self soothing strategies leading to healthier relationship.
I have extensive experience working with adults, older teens and couples, and have helped clients succeed in overcoming a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorders, relationship problems, psychotic disorders and personality disorders. I have worked in a wide range of environments that include private practice, field based and community mental health settings.
I have extensive experience working with adults, older teens and couples, and have helped clients succeed in overcoming a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorders, relationship problems, psychotic disorders and personality disorders. I have worked in a wide range of environments that include private practice, field based and community mental health settings.
I've worked with a wide variety of individuals from many backgrounds. Clients have often told me that I've helped them feel more motivated, understood, and in control of their own destinies. I work well with all ages, and have a wealth of experience working with young adults especially. Many of my clients tend to struggle with depression, anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, relationship issues (marital conflict, infidelity, etc), and family issues (parent/child conflict, boundaries, generational trauma, etc)
I've worked with a wide variety of individuals from many backgrounds. Clients have often told me that I've helped them feel more motivated, understood, and in control of their own destinies. I work well with all ages, and have a wealth of experience working with young adults especially. Many of my clients tend to struggle with depression, anxiety, ADHD, chronic illness, relationship issues (marital conflict, infidelity, etc), and family issues (parent/child conflict, boundaries, generational trauma, etc)
Are you going through a difficult time? Are you concerned about your child or teen? I'm here to help. Like a trusted friend I'm very easy to talk to. I've served the Culver City / Mar Vista community for 25 years helping many just like yourself. I know how to assist you with many of life's common challenges like relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief/loss & stress, and I specialize in treating children & adolescents. Have confidence relief is near. I can help.
Are you going through a difficult time? Are you concerned about your child or teen? I'm here to help. Like a trusted friend I'm very easy to talk to. I've served the Culver City / Mar Vista community for 25 years helping many just like yourself. I know how to assist you with many of life's common challenges like relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief/loss & stress, and I specialize in treating children & adolescents. Have confidence relief is near. I can help.
Welcoming New Patients! Erica is a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. As a bilingual therapist and first-generation Mexican American, Erica was drawn to mental health care after experiencing the transformative impact of counseling in her own life. She is passionate about helping clients understand how their experiences shape their mental health, physical well-being, and interpersonal relationships.
Welcoming New Patients! Erica is a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. As a bilingual therapist and first-generation Mexican American, Erica was drawn to mental health care after experiencing the transformative impact of counseling in her own life. She is passionate about helping clients understand how their experiences shape their mental health, physical well-being, and interpersonal relationships.
The treatment approach that is most effective for OCD is Exposure and Response Prevention, ACT and Cognitive Restructuring.
Do you suffer from unwanted OCD thoughts and anxiety? Do you worry about bad things happening to you or those you love? Maybe you are having thoughts that you have harmed someone or may harm someone in the future. Perhaps you fear that you will become contaminated or that you will be responsible for a tragedy. Do you wash your hands excessively or check things like door locks or the stove? Or do you avoid things like knives, public restrooms, or anything that might trigger your fearful thoughts? OCD thoughts can take any form, and there is successful treatment available.
The treatment approach that is most effective for OCD is Exposure and Response Prevention, ACT and Cognitive Restructuring.
Do you suffer from unwanted OCD thoughts and anxiety? Do you worry about bad things happening to you or those you love? Maybe you are having thoughts that you have harmed someone or may harm someone in the future. Perhaps you fear that you will become contaminated or that you will be responsible for a tragedy. Do you wash your hands excessively or check things like door locks or the stove? Or do you avoid things like knives, public restrooms, or anything that might trigger your fearful thoughts? OCD thoughts can take any form, and there is successful treatment available.
I’m here to support you in breaking free from patterns and beliefs that no longer serve you, and to help you build a stronger sense of self- acceptance, self-love, and self-worth.
Life can sometimes feel like you’re stuck on repeat, dealing with the same thoughts, feelings, or situations and wishing things could change. Whether it’s stress, anxiety, imposter syndrome, or carrying the weight of past experiences, you don’t have to go through it alone. Therapy can be a space to slow down, breathe, and figure things out with support. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to be yourself, explore what’s going on, and take steps toward the kind of life you want. I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey.
I’m here to support you in breaking free from patterns and beliefs that no longer serve you, and to help you build a stronger sense of self- acceptance, self-love, and self-worth.
Life can sometimes feel like you’re stuck on repeat, dealing with the same thoughts, feelings, or situations and wishing things could change. Whether it’s stress, anxiety, imposter syndrome, or carrying the weight of past experiences, you don’t have to go through it alone. Therapy can be a space to slow down, breathe, and figure things out with support. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to be yourself, explore what’s going on, and take steps toward the kind of life you want. I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey.
I am trained in EMDR, ACT, IFS-Informed, mindfulness and MI.
Are you Highly Sensitive? Do you feel stressed out, burned out and past capacity? Do you feel overwhelmed and overstimulated by sights, sounds, crowds and chaos? Are you struggling with headaches, muscle tension and fatigue? Do you worry about making decisions, have a hard time trusting yourself and end up shutting down or freezing? At the end of the day, do you feel frazzled and just want to hide in bed with the lights off while blaming yourself for “overreacting”? You might just be Highly Sensitive (HSP) - born with increased sensory processing sensitivity that makes you keenly aware of all kinds of subtleties around you.
I am trained in EMDR, ACT, IFS-Informed, mindfulness and MI.
Are you Highly Sensitive? Do you feel stressed out, burned out and past capacity? Do you feel overwhelmed and overstimulated by sights, sounds, crowds and chaos? Are you struggling with headaches, muscle tension and fatigue? Do you worry about making decisions, have a hard time trusting yourself and end up shutting down or freezing? At the end of the day, do you feel frazzled and just want to hide in bed with the lights off while blaming yourself for “overreacting”? You might just be Highly Sensitive (HSP) - born with increased sensory processing sensitivity that makes you keenly aware of all kinds of subtleties around you.
My name is Maryann Vaz and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 20+ years experience as a clinician. I'm based in Los Angeles, California, and work with clients statewide via telehealth.
My name is Maryann Vaz and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 20+ years experience as a clinician. I'm based in Los Angeles, California, and work with clients statewide via telehealth.
Katrin Steinert is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist who has been providing therapy since 2017. Trained in Dialectical Behavior Theory (DBT) and Psychodynamic theory, Katrin brings a sense of calm and humor to her practice. Katrin started her therapeutic practice at a local community clinic where she was trained in the areas of grief, immediate intervention techniques, motivational interviewing and harm reduction. She worked with people from various backgrounds and cultures which gave her a deep appreciation of difference that she carries into her practice today.
Katrin Steinert is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist who has been providing therapy since 2017. Trained in Dialectical Behavior Theory (DBT) and Psychodynamic theory, Katrin brings a sense of calm and humor to her practice. Katrin started her therapeutic practice at a local community clinic where she was trained in the areas of grief, immediate intervention techniques, motivational interviewing and harm reduction. She worked with people from various backgrounds and cultures which gave her a deep appreciation of difference that she carries into her practice today.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.