Therapists in Hollywood, CA

Robert Kilgore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Hollywood, CA 90028
Living life passionately without limitations and regrets from the past intruding into today and tomorrow is the path to happiness and freedom. Sometimes these roadblocks prevent us from moving forward or realizing our full potential for achieving and enjoying life. Perhaps we're stuck in a job we don't find fulfilling, or a relationship that doesn't meet our desires but we can't seem to make a change, or perhaps past experiences intrude on our capacity to love in the present or we encounter parts of ourselves that we don't understand that hinder our happiness.
Living life passionately without limitations and regrets from the past intruding into today and tomorrow is the path to happiness and freedom. Sometimes these roadblocks prevent us from moving forward or realizing our full potential for achieving and enjoying life. Perhaps we're stuck in a job we don't find fulfilling, or a relationship that doesn't meet our desires but we can't seem to make a change, or perhaps past experiences intrude on our capacity to love in the present or we encounter parts of ourselves that we don't understand that hinder our happiness.

De'Jarnae Ferrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Hollywood, CA 90028 (Online Only)
I understand that life sometimes gets the best of us and we may find it difficult to look forward to a new day. My role is to work alongside you as you are the expert of your life— I am simply here to guide and assist you as you push through the barriers that attempt to stand in your way. I help remind you of your strengths and resiliency, and empower you by providing you with life long tools to help you achieve the life you imagined for yourself.
I understand that life sometimes gets the best of us and we may find it difficult to look forward to a new day. My role is to work alongside you as you are the expert of your life— I am simply here to guide and assist you as you push through the barriers that attempt to stand in your way. I help remind you of your strengths and resiliency, and empower you by providing you with life long tools to help you achieve the life you imagined for yourself.

Danielle Delaney Counseling, Inc.
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ThD
Hollywood, CA 90028 (Online Only)
Specializing in Counseling survivors of rape; specifically trained in counseling victims of drug-assisted rape & all Rape Crisis, Adults Molested as Children, Sober Coaching, Sobriety Aftercare, Antabuse Compliance. Award-winning Author of "EXPECT DELAYS: How to Reclaim Your Life, Light and Soul After Trauma." Certified Court Advocate. Worked with LAPD, LBPD SART team/forensic nurses and L.A. County Fire Dept. & L.A. County Deputy District Attorneys and detectives. Works with survivors of Domestic Violence as well. Legally mandated absolute confidentiality. Sessions in person, by phone or Skype, including internationally. DanielleDelaneyCounseling.com DelaneyCounseling@gmail.com skype:danielledelaney007 facebook.com/danielle.delaney twitter:@itsdanidelaney ExpectDelaysBook.com
Specializing in Counseling survivors of rape; specifically trained in counseling victims of drug-assisted rape & all Rape Crisis, Adults Molested as Children, Sober Coaching, Sobriety Aftercare, Antabuse Compliance. Award-winning Author of "EXPECT DELAYS: How to Reclaim Your Life, Light and Soul After Trauma." Certified Court Advocate. Worked with LAPD, LBPD SART team/forensic nurses and L.A. County Fire Dept. & L.A. County Deputy District Attorneys and detectives. Works with survivors of Domestic Violence as well. Legally mandated absolute confidentiality. Sessions in person, by phone or Skype, including internationally. DanielleDelaneyCounseling.com DelaneyCounseling@gmail.com skype:danielledelaney007 facebook.com/danielle.delaney twitter:@itsdanidelaney ExpectDelaysBook.com

Geoffrey Rose
PhD
Hollywood, CA 90028
Therapy can be life-changing. I know, because it saved my life. In private practice 26 years, I specialize in helping highly sensitive, intelligent, creative people who, counterintuitively by virtue of their gifts, can find life more challenging than most. Without a solid emotional foundation these gifts can lead to deep feelings of insecurity - personally and professionally. By using both traditional and cutting-edge tools, we'll eliminate your self-limiting beliefs and neutralize your negative conditioning. This rewarding process will be both enlightening and enjoyable, and will completely transform your day-to-day experience.
Therapy can be life-changing. I know, because it saved my life. In private practice 26 years, I specialize in helping highly sensitive, intelligent, creative people who, counterintuitively by virtue of their gifts, can find life more challenging than most. Without a solid emotional foundation these gifts can lead to deep feelings of insecurity - personally and professionally. By using both traditional and cutting-edge tools, we'll eliminate your self-limiting beliefs and neutralize your negative conditioning. This rewarding process will be both enlightening and enjoyable, and will completely transform your day-to-day experience.

Yvonne L. Westbrook
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified
Hollywood, CA 90068
I do my best to keep an open mind and to create an environment that is conducive to fostering open communication and trust. I respect and value the thoughts and feelings of my client's. I believe that therapy is, ultimately, about freedom and that healing occurs through the process of self-exploration, understanding, finding meaning and deepening one's insight. I tend to work directly and dynamically, rather than passively; I do a lot of listening and I am also active in the therapeutic role.
I do my best to keep an open mind and to create an environment that is conducive to fostering open communication and trust. I respect and value the thoughts and feelings of my client's. I believe that therapy is, ultimately, about freedom and that healing occurs through the process of self-exploration, understanding, finding meaning and deepening one's insight. I tend to work directly and dynamically, rather than passively; I do a lot of listening and I am also active in the therapeutic role.

Patrick Jensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Hollywood, CA 90068
Life can be painful and difficult. Intimate relationships can be particularly challenging if you don't have the communication skills needed to express your feelings and resolve conflicts effectively. This can lead to anger, resentment, fear and loneliness. Over time, intimacy and sexual connection will often suffer due to these feelings. Therapy can help you sort through and understand the challenges you're facing, and identify solutions that work for you. With the proper support, things can get better.
Life can be painful and difficult. Intimate relationships can be particularly challenging if you don't have the communication skills needed to express your feelings and resolve conflicts effectively. This can lead to anger, resentment, fear and loneliness. Over time, intimacy and sexual connection will often suffer due to these feelings. Therapy can help you sort through and understand the challenges you're facing, and identify solutions that work for you. With the proper support, things can get better.

Dr. Richard Jerran Friedman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Hollywood, CA 90068
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate about working with you to explore your complex and multifaceted self. I bring to this work my curiosity, authenticity, confidence, and compassion. My therapeutic orientation synthesizes elements of psychoanalysis, object relations, Jungian depth psychology, and family systems. If you are not feeling in touch with your curiosity, this process will draw it out and will give you a new sense of aliveness.
I am passionate about working with you to explore your complex and multifaceted self. I bring to this work my curiosity, authenticity, confidence, and compassion. My therapeutic orientation synthesizes elements of psychoanalysis, object relations, Jungian depth psychology, and family systems. If you are not feeling in touch with your curiosity, this process will draw it out and will give you a new sense of aliveness.

Daphna Cardinale
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Hollywood, CA 90028 (Online Only)
Therapy works. Emotional relief is possible. Changing your life is possible. It takes hard work, dedication, and support from someone who really cares. That's what I offer. I believe that in looking at how we relate to others and ourselves both now and throughout our lives up until this point, we can come to a greater understanding of ourselves and therefore can change. I cater my approach to the individual, couple, family, or group as I get to know you and your needs. When appropriate, I also use dream analysis, meditation, play therapy, and art therapy.
Therapy works. Emotional relief is possible. Changing your life is possible. It takes hard work, dedication, and support from someone who really cares. That's what I offer. I believe that in looking at how we relate to others and ourselves both now and throughout our lives up until this point, we can come to a greater understanding of ourselves and therefore can change. I cater my approach to the individual, couple, family, or group as I get to know you and your needs. When appropriate, I also use dream analysis, meditation, play therapy, and art therapy.

Joyce E Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Hollywood, CA 90068
I have successfully treated PTSD, survivors of rape, physical and emotional abuse, depression, auto accidents, divorce, infidelity and grief, as well as many other incidents that just don't seem to go away no matter what you've tried.
I have successfully treated PTSD, survivors of rape, physical and emotional abuse, depression, auto accidents, divorce, infidelity and grief, as well as many other incidents that just don't seem to go away no matter what you've tried.

Tieara Leeann
MSW, CAMS
Hollywood, CA 90068
Tieara Leeann possess skills that can help people break their negative belief patterns, act more decisively, and set clear goals towards achieving what they want from life. Over the years she has used her masters degree in Social Work to implement mental health through community outreach, life coaching, mentoring, skills building, and THERAPY. Tieara Leeann is recognized for her ability to give proven results to individual, children, and families who seek to learn healthy coping skills to improve their lives. She has experience with working with clients who may have anxiety, depression, anger issues, and relationship problems.
Tieara Leeann possess skills that can help people break their negative belief patterns, act more decisively, and set clear goals towards achieving what they want from life. Over the years she has used her masters degree in Social Work to implement mental health through community outreach, life coaching, mentoring, skills building, and THERAPY. Tieara Leeann is recognized for her ability to give proven results to individual, children, and families who seek to learn healthy coping skills to improve their lives. She has experience with working with clients who may have anxiety, depression, anger issues, and relationship problems.

Elisabeth Abbott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Hollywood, CA 90068 (Online Only)
Stress, self-consciousness, sadness, fear: they're part of being human. But if feelings like these are becoming so overwhelming that they're affecting your well-being, I can be a supportive ally on your way toward healing and balance. In working with clients facing anxiety or panic, traumatic experiences, depression, body image issues, or creative or relationship struggles, I provide insight, tools, and support. We'll explore your core beliefs, improve communication, boost your self-compassion, figure out what's holding you back, and brainstorm strategies.
Stress, self-consciousness, sadness, fear: they're part of being human. But if feelings like these are becoming so overwhelming that they're affecting your well-being, I can be a supportive ally on your way toward healing and balance. In working with clients facing anxiety or panic, traumatic experiences, depression, body image issues, or creative or relationship struggles, I provide insight, tools, and support. We'll explore your core beliefs, improve communication, boost your self-compassion, figure out what's holding you back, and brainstorm strategies.
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Francisca Fenwick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hollywood, CA 90028 (Online Only)
My goal as a therapist is to help you examine your lived experience in a safe and inspiring way. In addition to my clinical experience I provide an environment that can be humorous and fun as well as vulnerable and challenging. We will identify the desired and undesired aspects of your habits and beliefs and attend to them with compassion and accountability. I am an active therapist and will help you connect the patterns and themes present in your psyche, in addition to your past and present actions, so that you can experience your life with increased self-compassion and gratitude.
My goal as a therapist is to help you examine your lived experience in a safe and inspiring way. In addition to my clinical experience I provide an environment that can be humorous and fun as well as vulnerable and challenging. We will identify the desired and undesired aspects of your habits and beliefs and attend to them with compassion and accountability. I am an active therapist and will help you connect the patterns and themes present in your psyche, in addition to your past and present actions, so that you can experience your life with increased self-compassion and gratitude.

Kimberly Bye
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Hollywood, CA 90068
Asking someone for help is one of the most powerful decisions you can make, so I consider it a privilege to guide you along this path of self-discovery. I work with clients in a supportive, compassionate, and nurturing way; helping them identify strengths and define goals through a process of active listening, deep empathy, non-judgment and acceptance. I work in an eclectic yet integrative manner utilizing many different modalities depending upon the client's needs and what they would most benefit from. I draw from neuroscience, research, and best clinical practices to carefully determine the right approach for each client.
Asking someone for help is one of the most powerful decisions you can make, so I consider it a privilege to guide you along this path of self-discovery. I work with clients in a supportive, compassionate, and nurturing way; helping them identify strengths and define goals through a process of active listening, deep empathy, non-judgment and acceptance. I work in an eclectic yet integrative manner utilizing many different modalities depending upon the client's needs and what they would most benefit from. I draw from neuroscience, research, and best clinical practices to carefully determine the right approach for each client.

Helen Sohn-Hood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Hollywood, CA 90028
If you were a child that grew up in an environment that felt unsafe and inconsistent, there is a large chance that you maybe drawn to trauma bonded relationships. Do you feel angry when someone says one thing but then does another? that's a form of gaslighting. I help with codependency, narcissism issues and symptoms of anxiety and depression. Not sure? I offer couples and individual sessions via Zoom and I offer an opportunity for you to understand why you're in your relationship and how to make it work or be ok with a healthy disconnection.
If you were a child that grew up in an environment that felt unsafe and inconsistent, there is a large chance that you maybe drawn to trauma bonded relationships. Do you feel angry when someone says one thing but then does another? that's a form of gaslighting. I help with codependency, narcissism issues and symptoms of anxiety and depression. Not sure? I offer couples and individual sessions via Zoom and I offer an opportunity for you to understand why you're in your relationship and how to make it work or be ok with a healthy disconnection.

Philip Ruddy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Hollywood, CA 90028 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you or someone you love struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, career pressures, or emotional blocks? Navigating the roller coaster ride of life can be a challenge. Having the right tools can be transformative, and therapy is a wonderful way to practice self care, and learn those tools. As a CA licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in helping highly creative professionals ( writers, directors, producers, animators, musicians, comedians, and performers in Film, TV and New Media) reduce stress, transcend limiting beliefs, and bring about positive change in their life and relationships.
Are you or someone you love struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, career pressures, or emotional blocks? Navigating the roller coaster ride of life can be a challenge. Having the right tools can be transformative, and therapy is a wonderful way to practice self care, and learn those tools. As a CA licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in helping highly creative professionals ( writers, directors, producers, animators, musicians, comedians, and performers in Film, TV and New Media) reduce stress, transcend limiting beliefs, and bring about positive change in their life and relationships.
Richard Dennis Brotman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFC
Verified
Hollywood, CA 90028
This practice is devoted to providing "no nonsense," brief, goal oriented psychotherapy to individuals, young adults, seniors, couples, families, adolescents and children. The focus of treatment is to assist the client in designing and attaining a realistic psychotherapeutic goal and in making meaningful long-term change. The practice includes an experienced, MFT registered intern who sees clients on a reasonable sliding scale basis. All clinical staff have special expertise in brief psychotherapy, parenting issues, behavioral problems in children and adolescents, disabilities, marriage and family issues and gay and lesbian issues.
This practice is devoted to providing "no nonsense," brief, goal oriented psychotherapy to individuals, young adults, seniors, couples, families, adolescents and children. The focus of treatment is to assist the client in designing and attaining a realistic psychotherapeutic goal and in making meaningful long-term change. The practice includes an experienced, MFT registered intern who sees clients on a reasonable sliding scale basis. All clinical staff have special expertise in brief psychotherapy, parenting issues, behavioral problems in children and adolescents, disabilities, marriage and family issues and gay and lesbian issues.

Terri James
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hollywood, CA 90028
Is something holding you back from living at your full potential? Are you overwhelmed with intense feelings of sadness, anger, fear or frustration? If you are feeling stuck in patterns that are limiting you, or are navigating through a difficult life challenge, therapy can help you realize your true potential and reach your life goals. With assistance and support there can be healing and an increased level of awareness to self and the environment. You can feel better about yourself, and thrive in your relationships.
Is something holding you back from living at your full potential? Are you overwhelmed with intense feelings of sadness, anger, fear or frustration? If you are feeling stuck in patterns that are limiting you, or are navigating through a difficult life challenge, therapy can help you realize your true potential and reach your life goals. With assistance and support there can be healing and an increased level of awareness to self and the environment. You can feel better about yourself, and thrive in your relationships.

Jamie Carruth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified
Hollywood, CA 90068
Life can be difficult to navigate. We accumulate invisible scars and wounds over time. Balancing your personal needs with the expectations of others, while essential to developing healthy relationships, can make you feel lost and without direction. You shouldn't walk that path alone. Psychotherapy can help you understand your place in the world and how to be in relationships with others without losing yourself.
Life can be difficult to navigate. We accumulate invisible scars and wounds over time. Balancing your personal needs with the expectations of others, while essential to developing healthy relationships, can make you feel lost and without direction. You shouldn't walk that path alone. Psychotherapy can help you understand your place in the world and how to be in relationships with others without losing yourself.

Bree Callaham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Hollywood, CA 90068
Not accepting new clients
Life sure can throw you some curveballs, can't it? If you're going through a difficult life transition, or just haven't been feeling quite like yourself lately, working with a therapist can help. It can be difficult to see your problems clearly and work through them effectively when you're "in the muck." I enjoy helping clients through difficult times, whether they are circumstantial or mood-related. I work primarily with adults who are experiencing depression or anxiety and couples with relational difficulties. I have specialized training treating trauma and working with entertainment industry professionals and creatives.
Life sure can throw you some curveballs, can't it? If you're going through a difficult life transition, or just haven't been feeling quite like yourself lately, working with a therapist can help. It can be difficult to see your problems clearly and work through them effectively when you're "in the muck." I enjoy helping clients through difficult times, whether they are circumstantial or mood-related. I work primarily with adults who are experiencing depression or anxiety and couples with relational difficulties. I have specialized training treating trauma and working with entertainment industry professionals and creatives.

Sophia M. Bicos
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Hollywood, CA 90028
My intention is to help clients have healthy, fulfilling relationships with themselves and the people in their lives. I work to gain your trust and be your ally as you take on the challenges life places before you. Paramount to this therapeutic collaboration is empathy for your feelings and compassion for your unique life experiences. Our work together will have respect, gentleness and consideration as you search for the meaningful, integrated life you deserve. It's your process, whether you're struggling to find your way back to the life you enjoy, or discovering a life you want to live.
My intention is to help clients have healthy, fulfilling relationships with themselves and the people in their lives. I work to gain your trust and be your ally as you take on the challenges life places before you. Paramount to this therapeutic collaboration is empathy for your feelings and compassion for your unique life experiences. Our work together will have respect, gentleness and consideration as you search for the meaningful, integrated life you deserve. It's your process, whether you're struggling to find your way back to the life you enjoy, or discovering a life you want to live.
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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.
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.
What type of therapist is right for me?
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.
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.
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.
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.