Therapists in Los Angeles, CA

My name is Eric Saprid and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe in treating everyone with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. I have experience working with a diverse population, ranging from severely emotionally disturbed children, elderly adults, persons struggling with substance abuse, the homeless, psychotic persons, and persons with mood disorders. In the past year, I have worked with clientele suffering from depression, anxiety, substance use, and general psychosocial stressors. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focus, motivational interviewing, and spirituality.

Recovery, whether it's from substances or other destructive behavior, is all about change and healing. It isn't easy. If you're willing to work, it will occur. It takes willingness, strength and courage to complete the process. I've worked in addictions recovery for 18 years and my personal recovery process for 23 Yes, it's difficult. The challenge is to not let fear stop you from whatever change you are striving for. Remember: "It doesn't take courage to do something you're not afraid of. It takes courage to be afraid and to do it anyway."

I am an experienced, trauma-informed, educated life coach with a decade of experience as a behavioral specialist focusing on behavior change and change management for individuals. I am also a 200 hour registered yoga teacher - I have been instructing classes and workshops for over 12 years. My instructional practice focuses on vinyasa yoga movement, meditation, and breath work.

Sometimes it feels as though the wounds we experienced in our early lives have control over our well-being and emotions in the present. These wounded places, which often show up in our relationships can be healed and repaired. I'm here to help you untangle those past hurts, to connect more deeply with yourself and in turn with your partner. Relationships are one of the most vital and potentially rewarding ways in which we can feel both secure and alive, which is why I’m interested in helping to guide you through the work of building healthy relationships and giving you the tools to learn how to be your true and most authentic self.

I PROVIDE A WISE, LOVING SPACE FOR YOU TO EXPLORE AND JOURNEY INTO THE MEANING OF YOUR LIFE. THROUGH HEALING THE PAST, LIVING POWERFULLY IN THE PRESENT AND VISUALIZING YOUR FUTURE. SIMULTANEOUSLY, YOU CAN EXPERIENCE LIFE FROM A AUTHENTIC PERSPECTIVE. FROM THIS DISCOVERY AND/OR EXPANSION OF YOUR UNIQUENESS, SUCCESSFUL INTIMATE RELATING CAN OCCUR IN YOUR PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LIFE. THE SYMPTOMS OF DESPAIR, ANXIETY, BOREDOM, MELANCHOLIA, ANGER, ALIENATION,, HEARTACHE.... ALL CALLS OF THE INWARD JOURNEY, BECOME BEARABLE. A TRANSFORMATION OF ACCEPTING ALL ASPECTS OF YOUR TRUE SELF CAN LEAD TO PEACE, CONTENTMENT, CREATIVE AND JOYFUL LIVING.

I have been a child therapist for the past 20 years, I provide therapy for children ages 0-18 years old. Modalities that I have found to be helpful when working with the younger population are the following; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I also incorporate Family Therapy (Family Systems), where I support families in creating intimacy through none-judgmental communication. I assist parents through difficulties, and challenges of parenthood.

I'm Cassandra, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I've worked with people struggling with relationship issues, women's issues, infertility, marital/pre-marital issues, spirituality, and more. My ideal client is someone who is struggling with knowing what to do next. They are likely overwhelmed but are also tired of inaction and are trying to find a way out of the mess. My top modalities are CBT, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based therapy. I also like to practice faith-based counseling but that is something that a client would have to request.

Hello! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have specialized in working with children and parents as well as with individuals with past trauma experience. I am both certified in Positive Parenting Training and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. As a parent myself, I know that becoming a parent can often feel challenging and overwhelming. I can help you, I am passionate about supporting young parents in gaining practical tools that can be implemented in their daily lives and parent from a place of confidence. I strive to help you in building skills that are actionable and tailored to your own family.

If you are finding yourself at a stuck point, or encountering difficulties in relationship, an attuned and trusting therapeutic relationship can help. I incorporate evidence-based and mindfulness-based interventions. My approach is relational, warm, and collaborative. I aim to provide a safe space to gain insight, integration, self compassion, and a deepening of relationship with yourself and others.

I work with clients who are creative and want to use their talent to make a difference. I also specialize in individuals and couples who have not received the necessary support, love, limits, and validation needed during childhood. I see adults who are cautious regarding a romantic commitment because they've experienced parental abuse, addiction or divorce in childhood. I'm an adoptive mother, with a specialty in adoption. I work with birth parent grief, adoptive parent child management, adoptee resolved issues, within the context of open, closed or reunion adoptions.

I believe that relationships, with others and with oneself, are essential to living an enjoyable life. Healthy relationships and self-knowledge can be the remedy to our distress and the key to our healing. My approach is collaborative- I do not expect you to enter my office and "fix" yourself, but rather to work alongside me to cultivate insight, deepen relationships, and develop a stronger sense of self. Often we walk through life being merely existing-my goal is to help you thrive by living a well-balanced and joyful life.

I enjoy building rapport, working collaboratively with the patients, clarifying goals for treatment, proving assignments, and creating a safe and comfortable space for patient to feel heard and validated.

My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space for you to freely express your thoughts and feelings about life's complexities. Together we will work on making changes to benefit your life. I believe everyone is capable of change, but does not know how or want to put in the work. I want to motivate you to succeed at creating the life that you want. I often tell people that looking for a therapist is like finding the right pair of shoes, sometimes you get lucky on that first try and other times you need to keep looking. Please don't hesitate to call me.

Yes, parenting feels hard, because it is hard. You are probably here because of your concerns for your child’s intense emotions and behaviors. It may be the tantrums that never seem to stop, or the biting and the hitting that feel too intense. It may be the rising anxiety and worries that your child is struggling with. Perhaps you feel depleted and lost from sifting through strategy after strategy while struggling to balance family life, relationships, work, and day-to-day chores. Has it been challenging for you to simply enjoy your child because you feel consumed by guilt, frustration, and worry as a parent? You are not alone.

It takes courage to take the first step. I consider it a privilege to walk beside you on your journey to a more rewarding and fulfilling life. I approach psychotherapy in an integrative, holistic manner that incorporates an understanding of the inter-relatedness of mind, body, and emotional health. I provide a safe and nurturing space for you to explore your feelings and express yourself. Respect, compassion, and empathy are the cornerstones of my practice. I'll also challenge you in a direct, yet supportive and nonjudgmental manner, to help guide you on your quest for self-discovery while strengthening your emotional intelligence.

I have worked as a therapist in Los Angeles for over 20 year with various populations. For the past 15 years I have worked in the educational school system. Through my professional experience and training, I have a lot of expertise working with older adolescents and adults. My current focus is young adults, as this is a period in one's life that can be especially challenging given all the social, emotional and physical changes that transpire. I work to help my clients navigate these transitions to better be able to cope.

My name is Carlos Duarte and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW #95070) and practicing psychotherapist. My approach when working with all clients is strengths-based and client centered. I am passionate about working with others and I am committed to helping you overcome the barriers that are making it difficult for you to be the best version of yourself. Whether you are experiencing a life transition, relationship complications, or need some support to get through daily life, I look forward to the possibility of working with you and supporting you on your journey.