Therapists in Encino, CA
Lara Cochran, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
As a licensed psychologist with over twenty-five years of professional experience, I work collaboratively with individuals helping them overcome challenges in life which can quickly spiral into depression or anxiety. I am real and direct as a professional, maintaining a calm and helpful stance, offering practical interventions individuals can use in every day life as well as to process the impact of early childhood issues. My areas of specialization are trauma and anxiety disorders, as well as depression and disorders of childhood/adolescence. I work with children and adults individually as well as in family sessions.
Tara Christine Egemo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified
Looking for the right therapist can be a very difficult process. My therapeutic approach is client-centered and strengths-based. I understand how difficult it can be to share your thoughts, feelings and experiences. With this in mind, as your therapist, I will create a safe space that is non-judgmental and supportive.
Mel Herst
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
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.
Kathryn Ann Vaclavik
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified
I specialize in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma (childhood trauma, such as physical, sexual and emotional abuse or neglect, and adult trauma such as abuse, rape, accidents, and natural disasters), including all trauma-related conditions, such as PTSD, eating disorders, substance abuse, and cutting. I also specialize in separation and divorce, including negotiating and managing child custody arrangements. My 20-years of experience as a practicing attorney inform my work with clients who are separating/divorcing and clients involved with the legal system in any way (lawyers, litigants, or trauma victims).
Sandra Lee Wilder
Psychologist, PhD, FIPA
Verified
I have been practicing psychotherapy for 25 plus years. I have an undergraduate degree and completed graduate work in Child Development, before I earned my Masters and PhD in Clinical Psychology. I take a developmental perspective with my work with children and adults. I received additional training at LAISPS for a PSY.D in psychoanalysis and I am a practicing psychoanalyst.
Gary A. Crouppen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
In over 40 years of practice, I have assisted a countless number of individuals and couples to rapidly get to the core of personal problems that have kept them from living up to their full potential. I specialize in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (IS-TDP) and have trained directly with Habib Davanloo, M.D., the innovator of this powerful and effective form of treatment. My therapy approach is geared towards helping clients, in a sensitive an empowering manner, to quickly identify the different mechanisms they have destructively used to avoid being in touch with their true feelings and themselves.
Edward Bowz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified
A Tailored Therapeutic Approach: You are unique and so is the issue you are struggling with. I do not believe there is only one path to a healthier life. In my experience, one style of therapy does not fit every person or every challenge. My responsibility, as your therapist, is to identify the blend of therapeutic approaches that best connect with you and your personality. In this way, together, we can effectively overcome your obstacles and bring about the change you seek and deserve. Therapy is not cookie-cutter. It should not pigeonhole. I work with you, not a textbook version of your issue.
Jennifer Lynn Ray
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Our only job as parents is to make sure that our children are provided with all they need to achieve their dreams and become successful human beings. Sometimes what they need spans far beyond basic necessity and digs deep into emotional and mental well-being. In my practice, I work collaboratively with children and their families to help identify and solve challenges or obstacles that get in the way of achieving life's aspirations and feelings of happiness. The beauty is that children's minds are malleable, helping them to discover who they are through their inner strength is the greatest gift one can take away from therapy.
Tracy Sway Hofstatter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified
Many adults struggle with major life transitions and benefit from the support of a therapist to overcome any roadblocks that impede their growth and fulfillment. I provide sensitive, non-judgmental treatment and will support and challenge you to achieve your goals and dreams.
Sherri Nader
Psychologist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified
"WE ALL NEED HELP SOMETIME" Looking for a change, getting to know yourself and your pattern of behavior better, need guidance to enhance your life and your relationships with your loved ones, have feelings you don't know where they come from, good therapy can help you fulfill your desires and get to understand yourself better. Life can be challenging. I understand how these life challenges may result in anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. Developing healthy coping skills and finding meaning through your struggles, would help you find peace and a more balanced life. Together, we can initiate that process.
Coco Owen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
I love to help people ask ‘the big questions’—Who am I? How can I be my best self in the world? What is my purpose? What will my legacy be? These existential questions can arise in times of transition such as graduation from college, when choosing a career, during mid-life, at retirement, or in contemplating our mortality. Some people have grown up or spent much time in a religious or spiritual community whose beliefs or practices they can no longer support. Some have trauma due to these experiences and feel they could benefit from having a wise witness and guide through the experience of reflecting on and choosing their values.
Ileana Ramirez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
I understand that in life we will encounter many ups, downs and unforeseen challenges that impact our wellness and mental health. I utilize a trauma informed, and culturally considerate approach to help you achieve your goals. I strongly believe in self-determination and empowerment, and I am passionate about quality client care.
Heather Totten
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
You have the power to change your life. We all have moments when we struggle with periods of difficult transitions, relationship conflict and loss. At times we become overwhelmed with feelings of sadness, worry and confusion, not knowing where to turn for answers. We get disconnected from our authentic self and lose touch with our life's meaning and purpose. Together we can work to identify obstacles and formulate strategies to help you unlock your full potential, pursue your goals, and make the changes you are seeking. I will help you sort through your thoughts and feelings so you can rediscover your power and reclaim your life.
Sara Parnass
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
I have over a decade of working in a variety of settings, including clinics, schools, home based, and in the community. I have extensive experience working with individuals, adolescents, children and families who desire to enrich their lives through the personal relationships they have with themselves and others. My specialties include working with children under 5, young children with complex trauma, parenting support, and social skills building. I recognize that it is difficult to seek help for yourself or your family and I applaud you in taking the first step.
Amen Clinics, Los Angeles
Verified
At Amen Clinics, we offer the highest level of psychiatric care with targeted treatment plans customized to our patient’s specific situation, using the least toxic, most effective methods. We are unique from the way traditional psychiatry is practiced because we look at the organ we treat through the use of SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging. All of the practitioners at the nationwide Amen Clinics locations are board certified and have been personally handpicked and trained by Dr. Amen in his method.
Elena Pushin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Life can be challenging and everyone needs support and assistance to navigate through the rough waters of life. My practice is built on providing assistance for you in working through the difficulties that life has brought you. I am here to provide feedback, insight, guidance, and reassurance to you. Therapy is meant to be an outlet for you, a way to improve your functioning, cope with negative aspects within your life, and learn new skills to improve your ability to function. Together we can work on your challenges and achieve your goals. If you are motivated and ready for change, I can help you achieve it.
Sheron Gershelis
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified
If you have come across my page you may be looking for a 'lift me up' in life. You have work, relational and life stressors that have overwhelmed you and you are unsure what to do next. Your trying to open the next chapter in your life, but the anxiety and panic overrides you. You want to make sure that your next steps are accurate and lead to only positive outcomes. You want to stop feeling gloomy and start to enjoy the beautiful days outside. This is where I come in and help guide you in making YOUR right decision. I will help you through your journey in becoming worry-free and help you take the next steps in your life.
Fedra Arellano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
The love, dedication, and commitment toward the people I meet in my life. The passion and dream I’ve had to become a psychologist my whole life. Winston Churchill once said, “Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.”Even in the most challenging times of my life, I continued fighting for my dreams. Obtaining my doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy from NCU will help me increase my knowledge, skills, and abilities as a therapist. As a person who has confronted poverty and health problems, I am committed to helping families, individuals, and couples.
Lina Suchov, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
I have been in practice for over 20 years. Common referrals in my practice include depression, anxiety, marital problems, relational problems, victimization, adolescent issues, grief, divorce, blended families, chronic medical illness, IBS and issues related to life changes. My approach is problem focused strongly influenced by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am fluent in Spanish and English.
Jeanette Butler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
It is better to call me than using email. I have worked with men and women, from young adults to the elderly, and individuals who have come from all walks of life. My background has been psychodynamic, where one's early upbringing, culture, and environment are explored along with the persons present day struggles and concerns. I also have experience with cognitive behavioral treatment as well as mindfulness and relational therapy. Because everyone is unique, I like to provide the kind of treatment that will be most beneficial for those I meet. I take most PPO insurance as well as fee for service.
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What type of mental health professional is right for me?
Some of the most common types of mental health providers in Encino are psychologists, licensed counselors, therapists, psychotherapists, and licensed clinical social workers, all of whom diagnose mental health conditions and provide individualized treatment.
Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Encino then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Encino then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
How to find a specialist?
You can refine your search using the filters on this page. There are several categories you can filter by to find mental health professionals with the experience you are looking for. You may want to filter for CBT Psychologists in Encino, or Child Psychologists in Encino.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Encino psychologists specializing in EMDR.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Encino psychologists specializing in EMDR.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Psychologists in Encino specialize in therapeutic approaches such as CBT, EMDR, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), among others. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Many therapists accept health insurance. Check to see if your insurance is covered. Feel free to discuss this when you contact the therapist.