Emotionally Focused Therapists in Encino, CA

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Sondra Goldstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
As a member of an EFT film project, we developed a documentary about couples together 25+ years.
Relationship issues with spouses, partners, family members, friends, and co-workers are often upsetting, creating painful feelings which affect all aspects of our lives. For many years I have worked with individuals and couples to understand, accept and resolve relationship difficulties. Often my work involves dealing with anxiety, panic, and depression when relationship conflict and fascstress become intense. Emotionally Focused Therapy helps create secure attachment relationships which are important to everyone. My goal as a psychologist is helping individuals and couples work toward building this sense of security in their lives
(818) 570-7594
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Encino, CA 91436
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Inna Zavadsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SEP
Verified
Verified
I utilize a trauma-informed approach and integrate Cognitive Behavioral, Somatic, Mindfulness, Emotionally Focused , Psychodynamic and Experiential therapies.
I believe the connection you have with your therapist is essential to having a positive experience in therapy. People seek therapy for many reasons. You notice feeling sad, stressed, worried or overwhelmed; you experienced a traumatic event or a great loss; you are trying to change certain patterns in your life; you want more fulfilling relationships. Whether I am working with individuals, couples or families, I am empathic, collaborative, and provide suggestions and feedback in a safe, respectful and supportive environment.
(424) 999-1087
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Encino, CA 91316
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Robert Ogner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified
Verified
I'm Certified in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (A beautiful & effective model of therapy) and have specialized in helping couples for 35 years.
Does the distance between you feel unbearable at times? Perhaps you can't find the will or the courage to draw near your partner. Resentment and distrust may have widened the gap. Though reactive fights stand in the way of the tenderness you need, your heartfelt friendship could be just below the surface. Hoping it will get better, we wait to get help, while patterns reinforce distance and a negative view of each other. We become less willing to reveal ourselves or seek comfort and friendship from our most important person. You both really deserve your measure of happiness.
(818) 293-8069
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Encino, CA 91436
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Barbara Benoualid
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience helping couples using Gottman, EFT and Attachment Theory.
I am bilingual (French/English) and work in a caring manner to ensure individuals and couples feel safe to explore and uncover the patterns that are impacting their satisfaction and keeping them stuck. Therapy can help you make sense of your life, overcome past and present hardships, learn new tools and access your strengths so that you can make better decisions, stop reoccurring behaviors and feel healthier. I tailor our treatment to meet your unique personality and goals.
(323) 472-5920
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Encino, CA 91316
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Lynn Krown
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
I integrate cutting edge wisdom of Gurus in Couples Counseling ( EFT therapy, Esther Perel, Gottman, Esther Perel, Terry Real, IFS, Terry Real.
I specialize in couples, relationships and life transitions of all kinds. I'm mature. Been there myself and can light the way. I have a deep therapeutic toolkit tailored to your unique situation. I don't live in an ivory tower of psychoanalytic theory and am told I'm easy to talk to and compassionate. I believe in personal growth and walk the talk. I returned to grad school at age 60 to follow my lifelong dream to be a therapist and provide a welcoming environment where you as an individual or a couple can experience self-determination. I enjoy working with people of all ages, ethnicities and sexual orientations.
(818) 593-0130
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Melissa Pottash
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I draw from Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
We all need a supportive and safe person to talk to, both when things are going well, and when life feels challenging. A therapist can help guide and support you through life's ups and downs. I specialize in college mental health, and enjoy helping young adults navigate life transitions. I also have experience working with survivors of trauma, and am particularly passionate about helping people work through developmental and childhood trauma.
(310) 706-2996
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Free At Heart Online Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
The focus of our training is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Internal Family Systems Therapy.
Free At Heart Online Therapy is a small group practice of highly skilled and trained therapists. Each therapist offers a compassionate and non judgmental environment for healing. Our team focuses on studying and training to deliver high quality therapy for treating a variety of mental health problems and substance abuse in individuals, couples and families. We are currently taking Blue Cross Medi-Cal, California Health and Wellness, Healthnet and MHN. All of our services are available through tele-health in the comfort of your home. Therefore we offer a personal and high-quality service that is affordable and accessible.
(530) 460-6190
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Jennifer Sampson, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
If you're seeking relief from feeling overwhelmed, freedom from the past, or searching for more meaning and understanding in your life, therapy can help. Let's work together to create a life that works for you! I get it and I'm here to offer you the support and tools you need to find the joy in your life! You don't have to suffer alone. You're here because you are ready for a change. Together, we will create the change that allows you to reignite your passions, enjoy your life, and savor your relationships.
(424) 288-7489
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Encino, CA 91436
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Melissa Berman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am here to help you reach your goals. I have expertise in working with depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, grief, families, couples, adolescents, and more. I offer a safe place, free of judgement, for clients to share their feelings and thoughts. Together, we determine therapeutic goals. I then offer various techniques to help reach these goals. No two people are the same, so I tailor my work to meet the needs of my clients. We will know when goals have been met when you feel negative symptoms have been alleviated, and are confident in the tools and techniques learned in therapy to help you remain healthy.
(747) 207-4443
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Encino, CA 91316
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Jen Rosen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist (LMFT# 125267). The focus of my practice is working with individuals, couples and families who are seeking growth, a deeper sense of purpose, who want to improve their overall quality of life and enhance and transform their relationships. I believe that therapy can be a wonderful tool to promote this self-exploration, healing and growth and I hope to help you in this process. My style is open, direct and at times, eclectic. I provide a warm, safe environment to discuss concerns and challenges. I work with clients to together build customizable goals and an actionable plan.
(747) 204-3193
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Encino, CA 91436
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Ani Kitsinian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I would like to congratulate you on taking the first step to wanting to become the best version of yourself. Therapy is hard work and finding the right therapist to help you on your journey of growth and self awareness is crucial. I believe that each person is unique and holds a special story that needs to be told and at times rewritten to the benefit of its author. My goal is to guide you through your process of self discovery. I strongly believe in the depth of human experience and connection, therefore the therapist-client relationship is of the utmost importance and the main therapeutic tool which I use in my practice.
(805) 738-6703
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Encino, CA 91436
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Tracy L Carlis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Did you know that there are normal and predictable developmental milestones for all adoptees, birth parents and adoptive parents? Knowing and understanding these can help you navigate life in a more empowered manner. As a member of the adoption constellation, I know from the inside out, the issues facing this population. I have dedicated my life and work as a psychologist, to help educate and heal the lives of all who are affected. While it is sometimes difficult to experience the loss and grief that is inherent in adoption. once It is embraced and validated, this difficult concept becomes manageable and life can be lived more fully
(747) 529-7645
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Encino, CA 91436
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Judith Cotton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RLT
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Psychotherapist with over 38 years of experience - successful - caring - warm - grounded - private and confidential. I believe in full respect living, diversity, and decency. Trained in trauma resolution, narrative and attachment theory, inner child work, and full respect relationship styles. I can be your individual therapist-and reliable confidential safe sounding board, relationship counselor and coach, or workshop provider/presenter as I have presented for over 20 years for the Motion Picture/Television Industry.
(818) 748-9424
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Encino, CA 91436
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Om Therapy Los Angeles
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We believe that each individual has the means to unlock his or her potential. Many feel stuck, lost, alone, or simply lack the tools needed to make positive changes in their lives. These blocks impede growth, development, and happiness. By building a trusting relationship and integrating a multitude of traditional and non-traditional approaches to therapy, we have found successful ways to assist you in breaking through the hardships to find peace and freedom. Join us in unlocking the true you, and expanding your world of possibilities.
(310) 961-4977
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Encino, CA 91436
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Cass Lyons
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFA, MA
Verified
Verified
Effective psychotherapy is transforming. In my private practice both individuals and couples come seeking a therapeutic relationship to clarify the suffering in their life. My style is interactive and engaging, utilizing psychotherapy, Jungian analysis and dream work. Although I specialize in recovery from trauma (ptsd), those who are creatively blocked, grief and loss, victims of domestic violence, and addiction to alcohol/substances, I welcome all kinds of people into the sanctuary of my office
(818) 369-3134
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Encino, CA 91316
Suda Centers, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Verified
Suda Centers is a group of talented, qualified licensed therapists who’ve been vetted and reviewed for their approachability, experience, education, and ability to effectively treat a wide range of issues. Our therapists come with varied specialties but all provide empathy, respect, and a desire to help improve your overall well-being so that you may live a happier and healthier life.
(747) 207-2531 x91436
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Encino, CA 91436
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Sue Mandel
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
For over 30 years, I've helped adults, couples, children, and parents move past hurdles that got in the way of having better lives and stronger, more loving relationships. People I've seen are generally successful, with lives that look good and in many ways, are good. But so often underneath are feelings of unworthiness, perfectionism, chronic stress, anxiety, ineffectiveness, and loneliness. We'll get to know you and your needs; look at early negative messages that drive many of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; and take advantage of your brains natural ability to "rewire" itself as you try out small steps towards change.
(818) 920-8919
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Encino, CA 91436
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Michele Bartlett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
Feeling anxious and overwhelmed by life? Let me help you put the pieces back together so you can have the life you want. By providing a safe, supportive place for you to talk about what is going on in your life, we will be able to begin to make a plan for getting where you want to be. Everyone experiences stress to some degree. You are not alone. The way you respond to stress, however, makes a big difference to your overall well-being. Learn how to feel better by managing the stress in your life. Sometimes you just need a little help to get back to a positive, happy place in your life.
(818) 583-8248
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Encino, CA 91316
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Lisa Markinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about providing a safe and warm environment where my clients are free to explore and grow. I strongly believe that the collaborative nature of therapy can help one to see things anew and bring about the change you desire. With an integrative approach and my background in family systems and cognitive behavioral therapy, we will work together to uncover what stands in the way of your growth and develop the tools and insights that will move you towards a life filled with more self-acceptance, joy, and fulfillment. 

(818) 600-2725
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Encino, CA 91316
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Alyssa Loomer
MA, EdS, LEP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a passionate Licensed Educational Psychologist who loves working with school-aged youth (ages 4-18). I believe that all children and teens can be understood and supported, whether they are neurodivergent or neurotypical. I practiced as a School Psychologist in schools for 4 years. As of 2023, I am seeking to expand how much I provide psychological counseling and consultation support to children, teens, and their families.
(424) 788-9553
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Encino, CA 91436
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Emotionally Focused Therapists

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.