Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Do you suffer from obsessive, anxious thoughts that make you feel out-of-control? Or maybe you're a parent feeling lost and hopeless on how to parent your child, even though you've tried everything? If you’re struggling to manage your obsessive thoughts or frustrations as a parent, now is the time to connect with a therapist who can help. We’ll work together to create strategies that reduce all that anxiety and stress, so you feel more in control of your life or more effective as a parent. Continue reading to learn how you can start feeling happier and more peaceful with the activities and people that matter the most to you.
Do you suffer from obsessive, anxious thoughts that make you feel out-of-control? Or maybe you're a parent feeling lost and hopeless on how to parent your child, even though you've tried everything? If you’re struggling to manage your obsessive thoughts or frustrations as a parent, now is the time to connect with a therapist who can help. We’ll work together to create strategies that reduce all that anxiety and stress, so you feel more in control of your life or more effective as a parent. Continue reading to learn how you can start feeling happier and more peaceful with the activities and people that matter the most to you.
I work with anxious, high-achieving women struggling with relationships, life transitions, and the quarter/mid-life crisis. Maybe you’ve checked all the boxes: career, relationships, education, but something still feels off. With the right support, you can learn to understand yourself more deeply, break old patterns, and move through your life with intention rather than anxiety. My approach blends relational therapy, existential exploration, and evidence-based tools. Therapy gives you space to understand who you are beneath expectations, while making sense of patterns that were shaped long before now.
I work with anxious, high-achieving women struggling with relationships, life transitions, and the quarter/mid-life crisis. Maybe you’ve checked all the boxes: career, relationships, education, but something still feels off. With the right support, you can learn to understand yourself more deeply, break old patterns, and move through your life with intention rather than anxiety. My approach blends relational therapy, existential exploration, and evidence-based tools. Therapy gives you space to understand who you are beneath expectations, while making sense of patterns that were shaped long before now.
I work with adults who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or impacted by anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. As a Latino therapist (he/him) born and raised in East Los Angeles, I understand how culture and life experiences shape our mental health. With nearly nine years of experience in child welfare, probation, and community mental health, I use a holistic, trauma-informed approach. Together, we'll build on your strengths, develop practical tools, and create a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to move forward.
I work with adults who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or impacted by anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. As a Latino therapist (he/him) born and raised in East Los Angeles, I understand how culture and life experiences shape our mental health. With nearly nine years of experience in child welfare, probation, and community mental health, I use a holistic, trauma-informed approach. Together, we'll build on your strengths, develop practical tools, and create a space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to move forward.
With warmth, empathy, and honesty, I strive to create an atmosphere of safety and trust. I understand that choosing a therapist is a difficult decision. Being a good match to your specific needs is important to me. Together we’ll identify your struggles and work toward your personal goals. I use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practice, and a psychodynamic approach to address your unique needs. My aim is to provide you with a nurturing environment for personal growth, healing, and self-transformation.
With warmth, empathy, and honesty, I strive to create an atmosphere of safety and trust. I understand that choosing a therapist is a difficult decision. Being a good match to your specific needs is important to me. Together we’ll identify your struggles and work toward your personal goals. I use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practice, and a psychodynamic approach to address your unique needs. My aim is to provide you with a nurturing environment for personal growth, healing, and self-transformation.
I’m a somatic and trauma-focused therapist in West Los Angeles and Santa Monica, supporting nervous system regulation and attachment repair. I'm trained in Somatic Experiencing and EMDR, as well more traditional talk therapy modalities. I often help clients navigating anxiety, relational struggles, trauma, and life transitions. I have additional training in working with complex family dynamics, neurodivergence, and parenting. My approach is curious and affirming—and direct and practical when it’s helpful. I offer simple tools that you can use between sessions to support your progress.
I’m a somatic and trauma-focused therapist in West Los Angeles and Santa Monica, supporting nervous system regulation and attachment repair. I'm trained in Somatic Experiencing and EMDR, as well more traditional talk therapy modalities. I often help clients navigating anxiety, relational struggles, trauma, and life transitions. I have additional training in working with complex family dynamics, neurodivergence, and parenting. My approach is curious and affirming—and direct and practical when it’s helpful. I offer simple tools that you can use between sessions to support your progress.
Putting on an act isn't just for others—sometimes, it's for yourself. Now, you’re burnt out. You want to know who you really are.
As a queer, AuDHD, Filipino-American therapist in California, the space we share doesn't try to change you or make you conform. We talk openly about how discrimination, ableism, and culture-at-large influence us, and we rewrite the story of your life to make it make more sense for you. I like to tell clients we "experiment" with unmasking, because it can take a while to feel OK without our masks.
We move at the speed of safety, which is especially important in today's sociopolitical climate.
Putting on an act isn't just for others—sometimes, it's for yourself. Now, you’re burnt out. You want to know who you really are.
As a queer, AuDHD, Filipino-American therapist in California, the space we share doesn't try to change you or make you conform. We talk openly about how discrimination, ableism, and culture-at-large influence us, and we rewrite the story of your life to make it make more sense for you. I like to tell clients we "experiment" with unmasking, because it can take a while to feel OK without our masks.
We move at the speed of safety, which is especially important in today's sociopolitical climate.
Therapy is a deeply personal, multifaceted journey inward in an already complex world. To those who choose to venture down this road, the process can leave one feeling emotional and vulnerable, but it will also be healing, enlightening and enriching. Taking steps down this path is a virtuous act and I am here to honor you and your process. Together we will gently explore what may be causing you pain. Healing is at the heart of my practice - what you will experience with me is empathy, non-judgmental compassion, and authenticity. My therapeutic style is warm, energetic and engaged.
Therapy is a deeply personal, multifaceted journey inward in an already complex world. To those who choose to venture down this road, the process can leave one feeling emotional and vulnerable, but it will also be healing, enlightening and enriching. Taking steps down this path is a virtuous act and I am here to honor you and your process. Together we will gently explore what may be causing you pain. Healing is at the heart of my practice - what you will experience with me is empathy, non-judgmental compassion, and authenticity. My therapeutic style is warm, energetic and engaged.
Are you seeking change? Do you want to do something different?
Get help. Stop the pain and suffering. Make the call !
Are you seeking change? Do you want to do something different?
Get help. Stop the pain and suffering. Make the call !
Healing our patterns of emotional hurt and addictive habits to create a life of freedom and intimacy is the greatest journey we can take in our lives. This process requires insight, courage, compassion and resiliency to start the climb towards self acceptance. Craig Cassidy, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, is skilled in Psychodynamic, Attachment, Trauma and Addiction therapy to assist you in attaining the life you aspire—a life free from the shackles of trauma that keeps us from the joys of authentic expression.
Healing our patterns of emotional hurt and addictive habits to create a life of freedom and intimacy is the greatest journey we can take in our lives. This process requires insight, courage, compassion and resiliency to start the climb towards self acceptance. Craig Cassidy, Licensed Marriage Family Therapist and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, is skilled in Psychodynamic, Attachment, Trauma and Addiction therapy to assist you in attaining the life you aspire—a life free from the shackles of trauma that keeps us from the joys of authentic expression.
Are you new to psychotherapy or considering returning because something inside is urging you to talk to another person? Do you feel compelled to better understand and work through challenges, feelings and fears that are keeping you from experiencing life in all its richness and potential? We are living in complicated and confusing times and our life stories and experiences can feel overwhelming - creating barriers in relationships and careers. Anxiety, depression, insecurity, and the pain of past betrayals and traumas can make it so difficult to cut through the negative thoughts, worries and fears we face day to day.
Are you new to psychotherapy or considering returning because something inside is urging you to talk to another person? Do you feel compelled to better understand and work through challenges, feelings and fears that are keeping you from experiencing life in all its richness and potential? We are living in complicated and confusing times and our life stories and experiences can feel overwhelming - creating barriers in relationships and careers. Anxiety, depression, insecurity, and the pain of past betrayals and traumas can make it so difficult to cut through the negative thoughts, worries and fears we face day to day.
I strive to create a non-judgemental, comfortable, calm and nurturing environment. This will allow us to explore together those issues that are most important to you in a safe space while receiving support, guidance, confidentiality and empathic perception. I offer individual, couples, family, and group counseling. When looking for the right therapist, it is important that you choose someone with whom you feel most comfortable. By listening to your needs, I find the model of therapy that will be most productive, and at times accomplish that by taking an eclectic approach.
I strive to create a non-judgemental, comfortable, calm and nurturing environment. This will allow us to explore together those issues that are most important to you in a safe space while receiving support, guidance, confidentiality and empathic perception. I offer individual, couples, family, and group counseling. When looking for the right therapist, it is important that you choose someone with whom you feel most comfortable. By listening to your needs, I find the model of therapy that will be most productive, and at times accomplish that by taking an eclectic approach.
I am a LGBT-affirmative ally. Licensed in California and Colorado. I work with those dealing with boundaries, shame, guilt, self-worth, self-regulation, trauma, family and relationship issues. If you were not taught to organize your thoughts and feelings while growing up, figuring it out on your own can be daunting. It is not too late to learn and strengthen these skills. Let’s figure it out together! Please reach out via email (best), text or voicemail as I typically respond within 24 hours by including a brief summary of your reason for therapy, when you would like to start & preferred weekly session time.
I am a LGBT-affirmative ally. Licensed in California and Colorado. I work with those dealing with boundaries, shame, guilt, self-worth, self-regulation, trauma, family and relationship issues. If you were not taught to organize your thoughts and feelings while growing up, figuring it out on your own can be daunting. It is not too late to learn and strengthen these skills. Let’s figure it out together! Please reach out via email (best), text or voicemail as I typically respond within 24 hours by including a brief summary of your reason for therapy, when you would like to start & preferred weekly session time.
Therapy for adults, adolescents, and children. I will meet you right where you are and work with you to get you where you want to be.
With over 13 years of clinical experience and advanced training through UCLA Health, I provide a highly personalized approach to therapeutic work, using evidence based practices along with unique, creative and psychodynamic models.
Therapy for adults, adolescents, and children. I will meet you right where you are and work with you to get you where you want to be.
With over 13 years of clinical experience and advanced training through UCLA Health, I provide a highly personalized approach to therapeutic work, using evidence based practices along with unique, creative and psychodynamic models.
Deciding to seek help is a milestone in addressing your needs and I can guide you through the rest of the journey. I work with clients to provide a safe space to address a variety of issues ranging from trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, shame, self-esteem, parenting and relationship difficulties. Together we can develop a new narrative about yourself and your potential while addressing past traumas and developing coping strategies to manage current and future challenges.
Deciding to seek help is a milestone in addressing your needs and I can guide you through the rest of the journey. I work with clients to provide a safe space to address a variety of issues ranging from trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, shame, self-esteem, parenting and relationship difficulties. Together we can develop a new narrative about yourself and your potential while addressing past traumas and developing coping strategies to manage current and future challenges.
Liv (she/they) has a person-centered approach to therapy, encouraging individuals to actively collaborate in their healing journey. She believes everyone is doing their best and strives to create a warm, non-judgmental space where humor and compassion can create meaningful connections.
Liv (she/they) has a person-centered approach to therapy, encouraging individuals to actively collaborate in their healing journey. She believes everyone is doing their best and strives to create a warm, non-judgmental space where humor and compassion can create meaningful connections.
Hello I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing in the field of Social Work for over 30 years. I have worked with many different people from a variety of cultures. I have helped both children, adolescents and adults with various concerns from criminal behaviors, addiction, and serious mental illness. I have helped people change their behavior and thinking so they can reach their potential, achieve their goals and heal emotionally, spiritually, and physically.
Hello I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing in the field of Social Work for over 30 years. I have worked with many different people from a variety of cultures. I have helped both children, adolescents and adults with various concerns from criminal behaviors, addiction, and serious mental illness. I have helped people change their behavior and thinking so they can reach their potential, achieve their goals and heal emotionally, spiritually, and physically.
If you are struggling with your mental health, having difficulty in your relationships, or feeling helpless in your addictions, you are not alone. I am here to help you realize your most authentic self, heal old wounds, better your relationships, and gain agency in your life. By exploring your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in a safe, non-judgmental space, we will work together to create lasting change.
If you are struggling with your mental health, having difficulty in your relationships, or feeling helpless in your addictions, you are not alone. I am here to help you realize your most authentic self, heal old wounds, better your relationships, and gain agency in your life. By exploring your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in a safe, non-judgmental space, we will work together to create lasting change.
We all have unique stories that have shaped us. I believe healing is most transformative when we begin to understand the intersections that make us whole: the parts of ourselves that we value and celebrate as well as the parts that we criticize, deny or dislike. I want to know how you feel about your story and how it has impacted your sense of wholeness. My goal is to help you build a better understanding of the pain, distress or fear that holds you back from achieving the life you want so you can begin to make room for more joy and a meaningful existence.
We all have unique stories that have shaped us. I believe healing is most transformative when we begin to understand the intersections that make us whole: the parts of ourselves that we value and celebrate as well as the parts that we criticize, deny or dislike. I want to know how you feel about your story and how it has impacted your sense of wholeness. My goal is to help you build a better understanding of the pain, distress or fear that holds you back from achieving the life you want so you can begin to make room for more joy and a meaningful existence.
I work with individuals and couples navigating eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. If you’re experiencing overwhelm, intrusive thoughts, low mood, body image distress, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns with food or others, you’re not alone. Together, we use practical tools such as grounding exercises, mindful awareness, emotion regulation skills, and gentle behavior shifts to help you regain stability and clarity. My trauma-informed, relational approach offers a safe, supportive space to understand and transform patterns rooted in past experiences.
I work with individuals and couples navigating eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. If you’re experiencing overwhelm, intrusive thoughts, low mood, body image distress, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns with food or others, you’re not alone. Together, we use practical tools such as grounding exercises, mindful awareness, emotion regulation skills, and gentle behavior shifts to help you regain stability and clarity. My trauma-informed, relational approach offers a safe, supportive space to understand and transform patterns rooted in past experiences.
My ideal clients are adults and couples seeking deeper connection, healing, and authenticity. They often come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, relationship conflict, trauma, intimacy concerns, or life transitions. As an LCSW and AASECT certified Sex Therapist, I provide an affirming, sex-positive space where clients build insight, strengthen communication, heal from past wounds, and create relationships and lives that align with their values.
My ideal clients are adults and couples seeking deeper connection, healing, and authenticity. They often come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, relationship conflict, trauma, intimacy concerns, or life transitions. As an LCSW and AASECT certified Sex Therapist, I provide an affirming, sex-positive space where clients build insight, strengthen communication, heal from past wounds, and create relationships and lives that align with their values.
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Number of Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
3,000+
Average cost per session
$186
Therapists in Los Angeles, CA who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 93% | Social Anxiety |
| 93% | Health Anxiety |
| 93% | Driving Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 76% | Relationship Issues |
| 73% | Relationship Anxiety |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 88% | Aetna |
| 70% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 59% | Anthem |
How Therapists in Los Angeles, CA see their clients
| 52% | Online Only | |
| 48% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 77% | Female | |
| 21% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Los Angeles?
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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.
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’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.
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.
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.
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.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
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.
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.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.


