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Travis L Harleston
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Life's too short to have things continue like this. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Do you want healthier relationships with your loved ones or significant other? Have you experienced a loss of a job or loved one - survived a traumatic event? Call my office, together we can work to achieve your personal goals and true potential. Today you are one step closer to a new you, where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential, overcome barriers, and help you live the life you deserve!
Life's too short to have things continue like this. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? Do you want healthier relationships with your loved ones or significant other? Have you experienced a loss of a job or loved one - survived a traumatic event? Call my office, together we can work to achieve your personal goals and true potential. Today you are one step closer to a new you, where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential, overcome barriers, and help you live the life you deserve!
(661) 689-7968 View (661) 689-7968
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John R Navejas
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93309
John Navejas is registered as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist providing services in both substance abuse and mental health treatment modalities. John’s career experience began while volunteering with the Homeless Collaborative. John has worked with many populations including adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, substance abuse, anger, relationship issues, and identifying/controlling emotions and thoughts. He has led groups such as Anger Replacement Training, Strengthening Families, CBT interventions for substance abuse and created the first trauma informed yoga group at a juvenile detention facility.
John Navejas is registered as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist providing services in both substance abuse and mental health treatment modalities. John’s career experience began while volunteering with the Homeless Collaborative. John has worked with many populations including adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, substance abuse, anger, relationship issues, and identifying/controlling emotions and thoughts. He has led groups such as Anger Replacement Training, Strengthening Families, CBT interventions for substance abuse and created the first trauma informed yoga group at a juvenile detention facility.
(661) 233-9744 View (661) 233-9744
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Shahzad K Chaudhry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93312
While I approach therapy from a Cognitive Behavioral perspective, focusing on challenging thoughts and changing behaviors, I do so with the primary focus on respect for my patients and their individual issues. I want you to feel supported in session but also know that you will be challenged and tasked with completing goals in between sessions. I greatly enjoy helping my patients reach their own goals to be successful in their life, especially in the areas of social relationships, academics, employment, and self-care.
While I approach therapy from a Cognitive Behavioral perspective, focusing on challenging thoughts and changing behaviors, I do so with the primary focus on respect for my patients and their individual issues. I want you to feel supported in session but also know that you will be challenged and tasked with completing goals in between sessions. I greatly enjoy helping my patients reach their own goals to be successful in their life, especially in the areas of social relationships, academics, employment, and self-care.
(661) 402-3135 View (661) 402-3135
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Drew Wiggins
Limited Licensed Psychologist, TLLP
Not Verified Not Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93312
Seeking therapy for yourself can be complex and multi-layered. Finding a therapist you connect with is essential. I work interactively and collaboratively to support you at your pace while helping you move toward the fullest expression of the life you wish to lead. I value and utilize a trauma-informed lens wherein I aim to co-create a safe holding environment where the changes you hope for can occur. The therapeutic relationship is the backdrop for investigation, integration, and healing with openness, curiosity, self-compassion, and tenderness. I aim to embody authenticity, humor, and generosity throughout my work with clients.
Seeking therapy for yourself can be complex and multi-layered. Finding a therapist you connect with is essential. I work interactively and collaboratively to support you at your pace while helping you move toward the fullest expression of the life you wish to lead. I value and utilize a trauma-informed lens wherein I aim to co-create a safe holding environment where the changes you hope for can occur. The therapeutic relationship is the backdrop for investigation, integration, and healing with openness, curiosity, self-compassion, and tenderness. I aim to embody authenticity, humor, and generosity throughout my work with clients.
(734) 514-4068 View (734) 514-4068
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Johnny Asencion Cuestas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93307  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, over the last 10 years I've enjoyed working together with people as they took on the problems they faced. I've helped people work on range of problems, from challenging behaviors to other internal problem. I've worked with incredible resilient young people and adults who've had relationships with trauma, anxiety, and depression. I've also worked with young people in foster care and members of the LGBTQ community using a narrative approach. Being present and sharing space with someone trying to make a positive change in their life, has always been a great privlidge for me.
Hello, over the last 10 years I've enjoyed working together with people as they took on the problems they faced. I've helped people work on range of problems, from challenging behaviors to other internal problem. I've worked with incredible resilient young people and adults who've had relationships with trauma, anxiety, and depression. I've also worked with young people in foster care and members of the LGBTQ community using a narrative approach. Being present and sharing space with someone trying to make a positive change in their life, has always been a great privlidge for me.
(916) 352-7282 View (916) 352-7282

Online Therapists

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Jordan Held
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Therapy is for everyone at any point. If you, your child or family is in need of support, reach out and Jordan can help with the rest. Jordan is trained in EMDR, Narrative Exposure Therapy and DBT, with expertise working with highly acute adolescent populations, complex family structures and teens discharging treatment. Jordan is an expert working with LGBTQ+ individuals , providing guidance and compassion no matter where you are on your journey. President & Founder of Relentless Pursuit Therapy & Consulting, Jordan is available for trainings, consultations and speaking engagements. Out of state coaching is also available.
Therapy is for everyone at any point. If you, your child or family is in need of support, reach out and Jordan can help with the rest. Jordan is trained in EMDR, Narrative Exposure Therapy and DBT, with expertise working with highly acute adolescent populations, complex family structures and teens discharging treatment. Jordan is an expert working with LGBTQ+ individuals , providing guidance and compassion no matter where you are on your journey. President & Founder of Relentless Pursuit Therapy & Consulting, Jordan is available for trainings, consultations and speaking engagements. Out of state coaching is also available.
(323) 622-7566 View (323) 622-7566
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Brian Loveless
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90069  (Online Only)
These experiences have also impacted my interest and training in child and adolescent psychotherapy.
I am a licensed therapist who work with kids, teens, adults, and romantic partners. My goal is to create a safe, trusting, and uplifting environment for my clients to grow, gain insight and make meaningful change. Through collaboration, I feel that we all have the ability to heal from our pasts and learn and grow in the present. I have a strong passion for working with the LGBTQ community and I specialize in LGBTQ issues including gender identity and body dysmorphia, depression, anxiety, trauma.
These experiences have also impacted my interest and training in child and adolescent psychotherapy.
I am a licensed therapist who work with kids, teens, adults, and romantic partners. My goal is to create a safe, trusting, and uplifting environment for my clients to grow, gain insight and make meaningful change. Through collaboration, I feel that we all have the ability to heal from our pasts and learn and grow in the present. I have a strong passion for working with the LGBTQ community and I specialize in LGBTQ issues including gender identity and body dysmorphia, depression, anxiety, trauma.
(323) 843-7810 View (323) 843-7810
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Joe F Dolowy III
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91326
Picture your teenager having therapy while shooting hoops and not feeling constrained inside an office.
Choosing a therapist can be difficult and I want to make it easier for you. My life's mission is to help and I love my job. I really like helping people, all people and I firmly believe that everyone deserves help. I have over 25 years professional experience and when you are in my office you get all of that experience focused on you and your life. We can have sessions while hiking, walking, surfing, skating or biking if you choose. We have many options to utilize in the care that you receive and in the way you want to have it. So have it your way: I am here for you.
Picture your teenager having therapy while shooting hoops and not feeling constrained inside an office.
Choosing a therapist can be difficult and I want to make it easier for you. My life's mission is to help and I love my job. I really like helping people, all people and I firmly believe that everyone deserves help. I have over 25 years professional experience and when you are in my office you get all of that experience focused on you and your life. We can have sessions while hiking, walking, surfing, skating or biking if you choose. We have many options to utilize in the care that you receive and in the way you want to have it. So have it your way: I am here for you.
(818) 722-2399 View (818) 722-2399
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Dr. Luke Rex
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212  (Online Only)
My name is Dr. Luke Rex, licensed clinical psychologist in California. Originally from Sydney, Australia, I moved to New York in 2006 to pursue my entertainment career, and have been a Los Angeleno since 2009. I am dedicated to assisting you in your personal growth and struggles in this life. Whether you are seeking help for depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, parenting woes, adolescent woes, existential crisis, or in need of support in your day-to-day life - if you are willing, I am here to help you!
My name is Dr. Luke Rex, licensed clinical psychologist in California. Originally from Sydney, Australia, I moved to New York in 2006 to pursue my entertainment career, and have been a Los Angeleno since 2009. I am dedicated to assisting you in your personal growth and struggles in this life. Whether you are seeking help for depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, parenting woes, adolescent woes, existential crisis, or in need of support in your day-to-day life - if you are willing, I am here to help you!
(213) 699-9154 View (213) 699-9154
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Mario Victor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Hello, my name is Mario W. Victor, licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Offering a holistic approach in supporting clients using skills developed in 20 years as a therapist. I focus on assisting clients of any age in learning the best ways for them to cope with life’s challenges. I have expertise in working with the adolescent population, as well as the adult population. I offer consultations for parents with concerns about their child(ren). I have significant experience assisting individuals with stress/anxiety, depression, and helping them to develop coping skills.
Hello, my name is Mario W. Victor, licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Offering a holistic approach in supporting clients using skills developed in 20 years as a therapist. I focus on assisting clients of any age in learning the best ways for them to cope with life’s challenges. I have expertise in working with the adolescent population, as well as the adult population. I offer consultations for parents with concerns about their child(ren). I have significant experience assisting individuals with stress/anxiety, depression, and helping them to develop coping skills.
(323) 716-1796 View (323) 716-1796
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Uriah Cty
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90211  (Online Only)
I will encourage self-exploration, self-expression, and transformation, whether you seek therapy for yourself, your teen, or with your partner.
Maybe you remember this scene from a movie; picture it, a peaceful airplane ride becomes turbulent. The plane begins losing altitude rapidly. The flight attendant urgently instructs you to "put your oxygen mask on first" before helping others. That simple, but critical statement, is just as important in our everyday lives. Remembering to take time to yourself, non selfishly, can be difficult for anyone who tends to place others' needs first. Together, we'll explore your thoughts, feelings, decisions, choices, wants, and needs in your therapy. I will assist you in" finding your voice" and help you to "put your oxygen mask on first.
I will encourage self-exploration, self-expression, and transformation, whether you seek therapy for yourself, your teen, or with your partner.
Maybe you remember this scene from a movie; picture it, a peaceful airplane ride becomes turbulent. The plane begins losing altitude rapidly. The flight attendant urgently instructs you to "put your oxygen mask on first" before helping others. That simple, but critical statement, is just as important in our everyday lives. Remembering to take time to yourself, non selfishly, can be difficult for anyone who tends to place others' needs first. Together, we'll explore your thoughts, feelings, decisions, choices, wants, and needs in your therapy. I will assist you in" finding your voice" and help you to "put your oxygen mask on first.
(213) 513-5553 View (213) 513-5553
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Leor Ram
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC, NCC, CGP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Leor Ram, M.A., LMFT, LPCC, NCC, CGP is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 115538), a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC 7354), a National Certified Counselor, and a Certified Group Psychotherapist practicing individual, couple, group, and family psychotherapy at Integrative Psychotherapy Group. Through his intensive training at The Maple Counseling Center as well as his work at the Trevor Project, Early Childhood Development Associates, and Teen Line at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Leor has experience working with a wide range of clients in all life stages.
Leor Ram, M.A., LMFT, LPCC, NCC, CGP is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 115538), a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC 7354), a National Certified Counselor, and a Certified Group Psychotherapist practicing individual, couple, group, and family psychotherapy at Integrative Psychotherapy Group. Through his intensive training at The Maple Counseling Center as well as his work at the Trevor Project, Early Childhood Development Associates, and Teen Line at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Leor has experience working with a wide range of clients in all life stages.
(310) 461-4148 View (310) 461-4148
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Nathan Holladay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Crescenta, CA 91214
Even as adults, we can reflect on the challenges endured as an adolescent and emerging adulthood that may have been terrifying and confusing to navigate alone.
Life is full of struggles that seem almost impossible to navigate. We run into obstacles which leave us wondering who we can turn to for support, what might come next for us in life, or what these new emotions mean. It can sometimes feel as though we are at the bottom of a well. The ladder to get out of the well can be just out of reach, and therapy may be the step stool we need to start the climb to healing. My goal is to work beside you in all of the valid and unique challenges you may be facing. Providing a space where you can feel safe, secure, and—most importantly—heard is my intention for every session.
Even as adults, we can reflect on the challenges endured as an adolescent and emerging adulthood that may have been terrifying and confusing to navigate alone.
Life is full of struggles that seem almost impossible to navigate. We run into obstacles which leave us wondering who we can turn to for support, what might come next for us in life, or what these new emotions mean. It can sometimes feel as though we are at the bottom of a well. The ladder to get out of the well can be just out of reach, and therapy may be the step stool we need to start the climb to healing. My goal is to work beside you in all of the valid and unique challenges you may be facing. Providing a space where you can feel safe, secure, and—most importantly—heard is my intention for every session.
(747) 318-5614 View (747) 318-5614
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Jacob Wangel-Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90026
I’m a trans and queer psychotherapist and World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) Certified Member. I’m dedicated to providing safe, therapeutic space for transgender, gender expansive, queer, and questioning clients. As a dual-state licensed clinician in California and New York, my clinical practice, Trans Affirming Therapy serves to fill a critical need in creating competent, affirming, accessible care for our community and offers a warm environment to explore, process, and repair relationships within the self and with others. We’ll explore how your lived experience impacts your internal and external worlds.
I’m a trans and queer psychotherapist and World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) Certified Member. I’m dedicated to providing safe, therapeutic space for transgender, gender expansive, queer, and questioning clients. As a dual-state licensed clinician in California and New York, my clinical practice, Trans Affirming Therapy serves to fill a critical need in creating competent, affirming, accessible care for our community and offers a warm environment to explore, process, and repair relationships within the self and with others. We’ll explore how your lived experience impacts your internal and external worlds.
(818) 431-2297 View (818) 431-2297
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Tyler Grant Daly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MAE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
Whatever your unique experience is that brought you to seek therapy, I know it has taken multiple attempts and a whole lot of courage. We all desire to be seen and affirmed in our journey to uncover our authentic self(s). It may feel as if there just isn't enough room to allow your whole self to show up, and this creates anxiety and/or depression. Regardless if we are aware of the negative external messages we get, some still seem to find their way into our internal world, and it takes work, support, and self-compassion to confront those messages.
Whatever your unique experience is that brought you to seek therapy, I know it has taken multiple attempts and a whole lot of courage. We all desire to be seen and affirmed in our journey to uncover our authentic self(s). It may feel as if there just isn't enough room to allow your whole self to show up, and this creates anxiety and/or depression. Regardless if we are aware of the negative external messages we get, some still seem to find their way into our internal world, and it takes work, support, and self-compassion to confront those messages.
(213) 344-0302 View (213) 344-0302
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Alo Johnston
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90013
We live in a world of countless binaries, expectations, and assumptions about our lives, and escaping them in order to come into our own can be an incredibly difficult process. Perhaps you are here because you are struggling with obstacles in your life, or feel lost and unsure of what's next for you. Perhaps you are struggling with your identity or your personal relationships. Whatever the reason, you have already begun the process of seeking help and that means a great deal. I am licensed in the states of California, Idaho, and Nevada and can offer telehealth to clients in any of those states.
We live in a world of countless binaries, expectations, and assumptions about our lives, and escaping them in order to come into our own can be an incredibly difficult process. Perhaps you are here because you are struggling with obstacles in your life, or feel lost and unsure of what's next for you. Perhaps you are struggling with your identity or your personal relationships. Whatever the reason, you have already begun the process of seeking help and that means a great deal. I am licensed in the states of California, Idaho, and Nevada and can offer telehealth to clients in any of those states.
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Cody Norris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
I can help you navigate the process of exploring your identity, your purpose, and your place in a difficult world. You may be struggling with the many transitions that occur during your particular phase of life, especially if you are making sense of bad experiences or broken relationships from childhood. You might feel anxious, depressed, or angry, isolate yourself from others, or argue with family. You are not alone in these experiences.
I can help you navigate the process of exploring your identity, your purpose, and your place in a difficult world. You may be struggling with the many transitions that occur during your particular phase of life, especially if you are making sense of bad experiences or broken relationships from childhood. You might feel anxious, depressed, or angry, isolate yourself from others, or argue with family. You are not alone in these experiences.
(805) 261-4318 View (805) 261-4318
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Kit Winter
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90034  (Online Only)
Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or frustrated much of the time? Are your relationships plagued by conflict and miscommunication? Or, do you feel like you’ve lost direction in life? You are not alone. The demands and stresses of modern life are challenging to navigate, and it’s easy to get off track. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or frustrated much of the time? Are your relationships plagued by conflict and miscommunication? Or, do you feel like you’ve lost direction in life? You are not alone. The demands and stresses of modern life are challenging to navigate, and it’s easy to get off track. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
(323) 543-4269 View (323) 543-4269
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Dahkotahv Beckham
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
As an openly transgender therapist, I know it can be difficult to find the right person to confide in. Wanting to be loved and accepted doesn’t make you needy, or extra, or selfish, or weak. It makes you human. To me, you are not just some random psychology textbook or theory. In our work together, my focus is to build goals and a relationship where you feel comfortable exploring what you think, feel, want, and need. My style as a therapist is warm, relaxed, and conversational. I use playfulness, imagery, art, metaphors, curiosity, creativity, self-compassion, and humor when appropriate to support the therapeutic process.
As an openly transgender therapist, I know it can be difficult to find the right person to confide in. Wanting to be loved and accepted doesn’t make you needy, or extra, or selfish, or weak. It makes you human. To me, you are not just some random psychology textbook or theory. In our work together, my focus is to build goals and a relationship where you feel comfortable exploring what you think, feel, want, and need. My style as a therapist is warm, relaxed, and conversational. I use playfulness, imagery, art, metaphors, curiosity, creativity, self-compassion, and humor when appropriate to support the therapeutic process.
(805) 243-1189 View (805) 243-1189
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Malcolm Jay
LPC Intern, APCC, MCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90034
Waitlist for new clients
I hold the belief that we grow and change through relationships and because of that my style is relational, trauma informed, collaborative and social justice centered. It is not my job or purpose to help create tools for capitalism. I believe there are no predetermined paths or timelines for healing, and that the best way to get where you want is to focus on what keeps you safe, allows you time to rest and helps you create the community you want and need to thrive.
I hold the belief that we grow and change through relationships and because of that my style is relational, trauma informed, collaborative and social justice centered. It is not my job or purpose to help create tools for capitalism. I believe there are no predetermined paths or timelines for healing, and that the best way to get where you want is to focus on what keeps you safe, allows you time to rest and helps you create the community you want and need to thrive.
(310) 715-8308 View (310) 715-8308

Teen Therapists

What does therapy for teenagers look like?

When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?

There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?

You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.