Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
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Jordan Bagel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Verified
In my work with children & families, I see behavior as communication. When children become flooded with emotion or when they may not know how to act or express themselves in a certain situation, they often use their behavior to tell us what they need. As a therapist, I come from a place of curiosity to understand what might be happening for your child & within your family during these heightened emotional states. Through a series of approaches such as play therapy, storytelling, & narration, we will explore the thought patterns & disruptive behaviors that might be impacting your child's functioning at home, school & social settings.

Leanna Robinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Taking a chance on yourself isn’t always easy and therapy can be a challenging space. I am here to walk with you on that journey. When you're on a plane they remind you its important to put your oxygen mask on first, because you cant take care of others before you take care of yourself. My hope is that therapy can be a space where you can truly take care of yourself, build confidence, become the truest version of yourself, and reach your goals on your terms.

Dr. Mitch and Lisa Private Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Four to Six Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Does Not Work). During these 4 to 6 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

Uchenna Nnaji
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have over 12 years of experience working with individuals, families, and intimate partners in various settings including field-based, inpatient, and outpatient settings who present with moderate to severe mental health conditions that include mood disorders, existential and codependency issues, schizophrenia disorders and substance use disorders. I also have extensive experience working with victims of human trafficking, sex and relationship issues, life phase changes, daily-living issues and vocational stressors, LGTBQ+, domestic violence victims, trauma, self-harming behaviors, suicidality, grief and loss.

Justin Barker
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Have you ever had the thought that you can’t remember what it’s like to NOT feel anxious? Does your mind continuously operate on overdrive? Are you tired of the same repetitive thought patterns? Is life feeling like one endless chore with no light at the end of the tunnel? Have you ever told yourself you know you need to make a change, but you can't muster the will power to follow through? Do you feel stuck in your relationship patterns but don't know what or how to change? If you answered yes to any of the above, we might be a great match. I believe that great therapy involves using many lenses or frameworks in order to heal.

Soua L Moua
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Great to meet you! I have over 15 years of experience in the clinical field with children, couples, parenting, domestic violence, behavioral problems, anxiety, depression, trauma, and personality disorders. I am licensed in both California and Oregon.

Samuel Castillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Samuel believes therapy is a collaborative process based on sincerity, patience, and compassion. He is a client-focused practitioner who concentrates on a strengths-based approach. His goal is to guide clients toward increasing self-awareness, developing new perspectives, reducing symptoms, and building personal strengths. Samuel’s takes a humanistic approach to therapy and incorporates reflection on attachments and support networks. Therapy is centered around the individual as a whole - recognizing intrinsic uniqueness and reinforcing inner strength – supporting an individuals innate ability to grow and thrive.

Evangeline Bishop
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Hello and welcome. I specialize in working with individuals on their parenting journey. This includes the perinatal stage addressing perinatal mood and anxiety issues (also described as postpartum depression and/or anxiety), infant-parent bonding, role transitions in individuals and families, and parenting support and coaching. I have expertise in infant and early childhood mental health and child psychology. I am passionate about supporting the well-being of new and growing families by providing individual, couples, and family therapy. My approach to therapy emphasizes connection and promotes self-reflection.

Betty Nourparvar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified
Verified
Welcome! Therapy can be a profound journey of transformation. It is my goal to create a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic environment where my clients have the opportunity to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to gain the insight needed to make lasting changes. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing in the mental health field for over 15 years and have acquired formal training in a variety of settings, including community mental health centers, outpatient psychiatric clinics, Community-Based Adult Services programs and school settings.

Ziwei Yu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
In working with adolescents and young adults, I often see them struggle with unconscious pattern behaviors that relate to early experience. The unspoken or unprocessed trauma or negative experience can affect people for years. My role in therapy is to support clients in raising awareness of their feelings, thoughts, and needs, which can help them make healthier decisions and achieve self-actualization.

Diane Kramer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
As a therapist I provide a safe environment to explore what is keeping you from having a fulfilling life. A place to feel heard without judgment and to explore what blocks you from achieving your goals. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process. When given support and permission I believe we actually know ourselves better than anyone, we just sometimes get in our own way.
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Paul Oberon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Hello. I have the experience of being licensed over 25 years as a clinical psychologist. I assist clients in their personal growth who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and feeling stuck. Therapy is an interactive, collaborative relationship. I create a safe and trusting environment so you can feel comfortable opening up and sharing your deepest feelings, doubts, and fears. Together, we will work to improve your self-acceptance and self-worth. I will help empower you with the tools to make the changes within yourself and to encourage shifts in the way you think, so that you can live a more authentic and fulfilling life.

Kimberly Gibson
Counselor, LPCC, ATR
Verified
Verified
Currently have daytime availability- Are you tired and stressed out from just how hard this past year has been? Do you find yourself getting hooked by negative thoughts? Or caught in an unhelpful pattern? Through a kind, creative and collaborative process, we can work together to challenge negative thoughts, make space for all feelings and identify behaviors or patterns that are keeping you stuck. We can work together to make positive changes. I enjoy working with middle schoolers, teens and adults and have over 20 years of clinical experience. I would be happy to help you or your loved one meet their goals.

Justin Juárez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Trying to find a therapist can be a daunting task, especially with the vast number of choices in a big city. I work to cultivate a space for you to feel seen, heard, and facilitate healing through a therapeutic relationship of compassion and culturally affirming care. I'm also committed to working with LGBTQ+ issues. I’m passionate about working with adolescents because they are navigating a complex world that can induce overwhelming feelings and provide support for parents in navigating these issues. I work with adults who experience a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, and life transitions, to name a few.

Eroica Rene
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you find yourself waking up each morning with a sinking sense of dread, disconnected from your partner and even from your own sense of self? As a high achiever, you constantly push yourself to perform at the highest level, but deep down, you struggle with feelings of inadequacy. The constant worry and stress you experience begin to take a toll on your day-to-day life, relationships, and work. The pressure to live up to someone else's standards becomes overwhelming, and you question whether this stress and pressure will ever improve. If you ignore the underlying stress and anxiety, it can lead to burnout and relationship conflict.

Lauren Blalock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Are you struggling with a traumatic experience, unsure how to resolve its effect on your life? Looking to improve a relationship? Maybe, like most parents, you want the best for your child and seek a way to give them a little help. Or perhaps you want to make a change, so you're exploring why you think and behave as you do. People seek therapy for many reasons, but almost everyone does so to relieve some kind of pain. I believe relief and healing can be found through the therapeutic relationship.

Brian Wry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Many couples think fighting is bad for their relationship. It's time to think differently. You and your partner may find yourselves fighting fiercely. And frequently. Despite your best efforts to stop, the friction between you may only escalate. You may feel lonely, angry and hopeless, and wonder if the two of you can survive together. No, you didn't pick the wrong person. These fights can change. Yes, they can... and for the better! Life is filled with challenges, some small and some large. All couples struggle with these hurdles. But they don't have to determine your future.

Michael Vitale
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I know what it’s like to struggle, to be unsure of yourself and your relationships, to feel stuck. I believe therapy is an act of courage and hope, and I applaud anyone willing to consider the need for healing. My mission is to help you learn how to better help yourself, and I’ve been humbled by the strength I’ve seen in my clients. In our work, we’ll collaborate to uncover any negative beliefs, patterns of behavior, or ways of relating that get in the way of you living more of the life you want.

Adrienne Tien
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work with individuals and couples, exploring the present and past to gain the greater awareness that I believe leads to more potential for choice and desired change. My strength lies in empathy, connection, and acceptance. Using relational therapy, we will honor your unique self, social circumstances, perspectives and goals. I use collaborative conversation, relational listening, and mindfulness to elevate awareness and build behavioral confidence. I prioritize creating a safe space where all you think, feel, and dream can be explored...the deep dark, high light, and the plentiful mundane that compose every life.

Sarah Painter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Often in my practice I work with people who appear put together, but inside feel lonely, lost and disconnected. Many times these feelings are a response to experiencing trauma. We tend to think traumatic events only include extreme experiences like war and assault, but trauma can also occur through more nuanced events that break our trust in others, ourselves and the world. Both kinds of trauma trigger our nervous system in ways that can affect our health and limit our ability to have close, meaningful relationships. BUT neuroscience has shown that over time the human brain can rewire itself to new ways of thinking and responding.
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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.