Female Therapists in Bel Air, Los Angeles, CA
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Helena Vissing
Psychologist, MS, PsyD, PMH-C, SEP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling in the areas of body image, maternal issues, or trauma? I work with "all things maternal", meaning I work with
women
at all life-stages; maybe contemplating motherhood or feeling ambivalent, struggling with fertility, experiencing pregnancy loss/miscarriage, expecting or new mothers with depression, anxiety, or birth trauma,
women
who decided not to have children,
women
with or without children who want to process body image issues or anxieties,
women
who want to process their relationship to their own mother, any parent struggling with postpartum mental health issues, anyone wanting to heal from trauma.

SC@Embodied Healing Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Shanoan is a Licensed Clinical Social Workers with over 10 years of experience. She is committed to equipping and empowering
women
to live healthy, flourishing lives. She is unique in that, she takes a holistic approach to addressing mental health issues by targeting additional areas of well-being such as: physical health, spiritual health, social-emotional health, social equity, community/social support systems, and intersectionality. She believes, true healing is all encompassing.

Maggie Sennish
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MS
Verified
Verified
My GirlsEmpowered program helps girls and young
women
gain life skills in the areas of communication, ambition and improved mental health.
I am an experienced therapist with a compassionate, respectful approach to the growth of each person/family who enters psychotherapy. With over 15 years leading a full private practice of children, adolescents and adults, and running groups I have a deep understanding of life stages, mood and cognitive disorders, communication and relational skills development. I work collaboratively with each client, family or group to define goals and effect change.

Dr. Wendy Schwartz O'Connor & Assoc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD, Life, Coach
Verified
Verified
Wendy O'Connor also specializes in attachment with Single
Women
and young adults helping them to develop meaning find true love, passion and purpose in life and creating intention for positive change.
Dr. Wendy M. O'Connor is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as holds a doctorate in psychology and is in private practice in Brentwood & Encino California. She has worked in various settings with over seventeen years of experience in the community. Dr. Wendy O'Connor & Associates specialize in single adults, couples & teens.

Corrie Blissit
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Whether we are redefining values or dispelling sexual shame, I'm passionate about helping
women
develop a sense of agency in their lives.
Adulting is a struggle. While it is a valuable time of self discovery, it is also a time of uncertainty and increased responsibility. There are expectations to find your footing in this world and find it fast. Under the weight of these societal pressures we start to question, is this as good as it gets? Are my wants, needs, and desires reasonable? Am I the person I want to be? Sifting through these questions can feel overwhelming. My hope is to provide a safe place for you to cultivate deeper trust within yourself so that you can navigate the messiness that comes with being a human.

Liora Pourati
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I received my Masters degree from Philips Graduate Institute in 2003, and have been providing services to children, couples, families, elders and adolescents in different settings such as Private Practice, hospitals, and Health Care centers. I use different approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Awareness Integration Model, Family systems and so on. Services: Life Coaching; Couple Therapy and Coaching; Family Therapy and Coaching; Hypnosis; Individual Therapy for Adolescents, Children, Elderly, Men and
Women
; Parenting; Family Therapy; Sex Therapy; Relationship and Intimacy; Stress Management, and so on.

Tabitha Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialization includes working with
women
of color, specifically African American
women
, church hurt, and how to move forward to acquiring a healthy sense of self.
Are you tired of living each day on an emotional roller coaster, not knowing how you'll feel from one moment to the next? Do you wonder if you’re living your best Christian and/or spiritual life. Has life become so stressful that you wonder how you'll make it to the next day? Do you feel sad, tired, and anxious often? Are you giving yourself grace and embracing your spiritual beliefs to live your best life. Just know that you are not alone. Healing mentally, emotionally, and spiritually is the first step. Living and healing from the inside out is a journey of healing from old wounds. It’s a choice and takes practice.

Sabrina Viramontes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
As a
woman
of color, and first-gen Latina I get it, and I want to help! My goal is to help my clients learn to love themselves, recognize their worth and intentionally create lives they don't need to escape from! If this resonates with you at all, I'd love to take a few minutes to connect via my website or email.
Are you feeling worried, stressed and/or overwhelmed on a regular basis? Do you often put other people's wants and needs before your own? Do you experience self-doubt or struggle with low self-esteem that leads you to feel like your thoughts, feelings and opinions are not important? If this sounds like you, you are probably also experiencing burn-out, imposter syndrome, disconnection with your body/emotions, and/or significant life-changes. You want to feel a sense of calm and assurance that you can move through your day with ease.

Marissa Burgoyne
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have a specific focus on the mental health needs of
women
across the lifespan.
As a clinical psychologist, my work centers on providing clients struggling with life stressors and mental health symptoms culturally-responsive, scientifically sound treatment focused on improving coping, skills and promoting positive change. I create a warm, supportive, judgement-free environment in which patients can feel safe and thrive. Using clinically proven techniques grounded in science, my clients and I work as a collaborative team to build the cognitive and behavioral skills they need to flourish.

Jeshana Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Therapy is not a one size fits all; your story, pain, and journey as a
woman
of color is unique. As the therapist, I recognize that each of my clients have different challenges, and I will tailor my approach to your specific needs. Providing you with a safe space of no judgment is one of my top priorities. In doing so, I strive to help you reach your full potential by removing the stigmas and narratives of black
women
.

Jessica Hogan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
At times, neurodivergent/nonbinary people struggle to get appropriate consideration, due to the appearance of low need, such that opportunities for accommodation/support go unaddressed. If this sounds familiar, know that you aren't alone. My clinical interests include assessing autism in girls/
women
/non-binary and transgender folks. I offer my commitment to bring new insights to you and your family through the testing process. As a Clinical Psychologist specializing in supporting neurodiversity/ADHD/dyslexia, it's my aim to ensure you feel heard, seen, and supported.

Erica Rozmid
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Further, she is starting to specialize in working with
women
who have lost their baby to miscarriage, stillbirth, or termination for medical reasons.
Dr. Rozmid is a Los Angeles-based Clinical Psychologist practicing in California and Rhode Island. She specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults using: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT); Exposure Therapy; & Parent Coaching. Dr. Rozmid utilizes the most advanced psychological approaches and was trained by world-renowned experts. She currently treats: Anxiety Disorders / ADHD & Executive Function Difficulties/ Depression/ Suicide and Self-Harm/ Selective Mutism/ Parent Coaching/ Borderline Personality.

Gisela Vega
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am a
female
immigrant psychologist who helps individuals experiencing self-doubt, anxiety, and stress to create room for joy, confidence, and wellness. I am very gentle in my approach, even when we work through painful and uncomfortable issues. It is important to me that I respect my clients’ pace in the journey. That’s why I actively look for feedback and adjust if needed. My clients usually seek me because of my cultural background, ability to connect beyond their preferred language, and commitment to their wellbeing.

Joanne Valli-Meredith
Dr. Joanne Valli-Meredith, formerly Director of Evaluation and Educational Assessment at UCLA's Office of Instructional Development and a Lecturer of "Life Skills for College Men and
Women
" in the department of Community Health Science, launched BeyondAdmissions.com in order to help students make the most of their college experience. BeyondAdmissions.com offers an optional in-person/online approach for ongoing, affordable, and easily accessible support in the form of workshops, coaching and a virtual drop-in service to address the challenges students encounter in college.

Domenique Harrison
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you a multicultural couple wanting to set boundaries, discuss power and privilege, and improve communication; a Black
woman
professional overwhelmed by stress and trauma; a young adult desiring to develop your racial identity? I look forward to joining you on the path towards greater understanding and acceptance. My mental health and wellness approach centers on compassionate collaboration and direct truth-telling, and much of our work will challenge traditional ways of existing and relating. I value empathy, justice, and racial equity and believe in owning the impact of our words and actions rather than our intentions.

Sheila Salamat
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in
women
's mental health. I have extensive training in reproductive & maternal metal health. Nurturing new moms, moms to be, and
women
trying to conceive is the heart of my psychotherapy practice. As a mom of 2, I understand firsthand how crucial it is to have emotional support during pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood. It is my priority and passion to help you receive the support you need. I will work with you to create a plan that targets your specific symptoms, reduces stress, builds coping skills, restores self-esteem and hope, and improves overall well-being.

Monica Taylor Dessert
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
In life there is pain. Painful experiences growing up that stay inside and manifest in our everyday behavior and internal struggles. In my work, whether the person is a child, teen, young adult, parent, or
woman
, I aim to provide a space of compassion and safety from which to understand the world around us (relationships, school, work, friendships) and the internal world within us (thoughts, emotions, pain, discomfort). The goal in my work is to help you/your child get in touch with, tune in, and understand themselves; in particular thoughts and feelings.

Silvia D Valdez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Offering online therapy for prenatal and postpartum
women
in CA. You thought being a mother would be the happiest time of your life, but you are having some difficulty adjusting to your new role. Trying to conceive, being an expectant mother, or recently giving birth has left you struggling with worries, doubts, sadness, and even guilt. Finding a balance between motherhood, your relationships, and your professional life seems impossible as you’re constantly adjusting to change. You may be finding that problems or issues you’ve faced before are re-surfacing during this life transition. This is common but seldom talked about.

Bree Jenkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"We need never be hopeless because we can never be irreparably broken." I want to help you fulfill your hopes to improve your life, relationships, and self. Call me for a free phone consultation and let's connect to get you the most out of therapy. I partner with clients in a non-judgmental and authentic setting to facilitate the changes you desire for your life and relationships. I specialize in helping
women
and men struggling with low self-esteem, boundary setting, disordered eating, weight, and body issues, poor anger control, commitment, trust and intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Lila Galustian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Lila Galustian is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Los Angeles, CA. Lila enjoys helping clients who have issues with emotional distress and self-esteem, which can lead to relationship conflicts or challenges at work. Her clients also find themselves unable to trust others, stemming from feelings of guilt, anxiety, self-doubt, shame, or fear of abandonment. Her clients are primarily men and
women
who might have received diagnoses of borderline personality disorder or can experience traits of the disorder leading them to want to find ways to improve their mental health and their overall quality of life.
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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, 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.