Couples Counseling Therapists in Glendale, Los Angeles, CA
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Promla Singh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
If you are feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed in your relationships, then working with an experienced and skilled therapist can be enormously helpful. I have over 22 years of experience working with a wide range of clients and concerns. Depression, anxiety,
relationship
, marital/family issues, self-esteem, and trauma, are some of the issues I help clients with. You can contact me at 323 875 9501 for a free phone/video consultation, to see if I would be a good fit.
Dr. Jami Kerr
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a queer-identified and affirmative, sex-positive therapist experienced in working with a spectrum of sexual orientations, identities, and relationships. I specialize in working with individuals and
couples
interested in discussing interests in kink and consensual non-monogamy. If you are experiencing marginalization or shame around aspects of your identity, we'll work together on how you can gain more freedom to be fully yourself.
Vanessa Graf
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My name is Vanessa Graf and I work in
relationship
development, starting with the
relationship
between me and my client. Although I work with
couples
, my best work is with the individual striving toward self-awareness. As a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist , I teach strategies to manage mental health issues while teaching mindfulness, self acceptance and Self Love - the key to happiness! I am an empathic counselor with a good sense of humor!
Sierra K Briscoe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I work with individuals &
couples
utilizing a collaborative, person- centered approach.
Seeking therapy is a brave step. Whether you are presently in crisis or simply feeling a bit stuck in life, I honor the effort & courage that it took you to get here. It suggests that—regardless of how you might feel in this moment—some small (or large) part of you believes in the possibility of a more peaceful, fulfilling life. As a therapist, I am here to not only affirm and amplify that belief, but more importantly, to help you discover and define its reality for yourself.
Laura Kahwaji Psy.D., Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I work w/ adolescents, adults,
couples
, & families.
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.
John Anthony Pappas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Looking for
couples counseling
? The Gottman method is an effective and practical approach.
I am an empathic, insightful and down-to-earth therapist experienced in assisting and supporting individuals and
couples
experiencing problems associated with Mood, Anxiety, Relationships, Life Changes and Substance Abuse. I offer a holistic approach to psychotherapy; assisting my clients' in reducing symptoms related to their problems, prevention of more serious problems, and resolution of conflicts. I elicit my clients' strengths and foster an environment of growth and awareness.
Waitlist for new clients
Hiromi Yamamura
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in DBT, CBT, self-esteem, and life transitions such as going to college,
relationship
issues, illness and chronic pain, grief/loss, and retirement.
I believe that the number one human survival skill is adaptability to change. However, I know how challenging it may be to take those first steps, alone. I would like to assist in navigating your path to achieve your personal goals by focusing on the unique strengths you already possess while fostering flexibility and healthy boundaries. My approach is collaborative and utilizes mindfulness-based practices. My experience includes working in substance abuse, neurology, VA, hospitals and non-profit/community mental health with individuals,
couples
, and groups.
Tyler Ann Howard
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Dr. Tyler Howard treats individuals from diverse backgrounds with a variety of challenges. Issues range from depression, anxiety, panic, traumatic-stress,
relationship
conflict, difficulties related to gender and sexual identity, privilege, oppression, multi-generational and social trauma, grief and loss, alcoholism, addiction, compulsive behaviors, attention-deficit, major life transitions, history of complex trauma, child abuse, and attachment disorders.
Francisca Fenwick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have primarily worked with clients experiencing the effects of anxiety, depression, shame, guilt,
relationship
issues, break-ups, anger, loneliness, love addiction, disordered eating/body issues, occupational challenges, grief, and loss.
My goal as a therapist is to help you examine your lived experience in a safe and inspiring way. In addition to my clinical experience I provide an environment that can be humorous and fun as well as vulnerable and challenging. We will identify the desired and undesired aspects of your habits and beliefs and attend to them with compassion and accountability. I am an active therapist and will help you connect the patterns and themes present in your psyche, in addition to your past and present actions, so that you can experience your life with increased self-compassion and gratitude.
Abigail Abby Dimen-Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified
Verified
Many people get to a point in their lives when they feel stuck. Friends and family who used to be able to help are no longer able to, or don’t know how. During these times, it can be beneficial to have a
relationship
that is different, one in which you can share honestly without feeling judged or misunderstood and, in turn, be asked questions that can enhance insight and spur positive change. Welcome to therapy! As a therapist, I am welcoming, compassionate and curious. Therapy can be hard, so my goal is to help you to feel safe and accepted while engaged in a journey that will naturally involve some discomfort.
Kristin F. Jones Affirmative Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified
18 Endorsed
Verified
18 Endorsed
Topics that tend to challenge us, in any
relationship
(with self or
partner
) revolve around six areas.
How does your need for certainty play out? Does it force you to try to predict? Does it persuade you to declare things that you don't actually know? Perhaps the need for certainty is powerful enough to rob you of genuine moments with loved ones or with yourself. Research finds that people who take risks (those who step into the unknown) are happier than those who merely reach for reward or gratification. Why? Because healthy risk-taking has rewards sewn into the experience when we authentically try. It builds skills in self-advocacy, self-love and self-worth.
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Cymbeline Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) who values the individuality of each patient and their needs within the context of universal human fears, existential and terrestrial. In other words, if you're tired of the old tapes in your head, we will be able to address this in session. I specialize in addressing anxiety, depression, eating disorders &
relationship
challenges in individual &
couples
therapy. I use EMDR as a modality for trauma work combined with humanistic existential psychology, DBT and mindfulness . I trust in the therapeutic process and I'm passionate about facilitating change with my clients.
Not accepting new clients
Teryn Leaper
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
You're not crazy. You're not a burden. You're not weak. You're just human. And as such, we're constantly changing and evolving. Life is full of endless transitions, whether that be a departure from a
relationship
, coping with the death of a loved one, changing career paths, or just learning how to better communicate with those around us. No matter what you might want to work on, therapy gives you the space to not only focus on yourself, but to feel supported in whatever stage of life you find yourself navigating.
Not accepting new clients
Lilit Arutyunyan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is about feeling connected, sharing in the joys and sorrows, and striving for something better, a better you. Therapy is a place where you can share and explore the challenges and achievements that make each of us an individual. I believe that forming a safe, non-judgmental
relationship
is fundamental to therapy and what guides the healing process. We work together in order to gain insight and learn healthy coping skills in managing challenges faced and the feelings associated with them. I believe that the most difficult job is working on ourselves but it is also the most rewarding.
Lannie Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
The
relationship
we build is central to our work.
You’re a millennial individual or couple and finally ready to explore therapy. I help you articulate what’s most important to you: What do you value? How is your life currently reflecting those values and what is getting in the way? I help you better understand yourself, your needs, and how to get those needs met. It is important to me that the space we create is compassionate, open, curious, reflective, and interactive. Common issues that I work on in therapy include life transitions, managing stress/anxiety, building your sense of Self,
relationship
concerns, and improving communication.
Kate Lubahn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Kate is passionate about treating
couples
, adolescents and adults facing diverse challenges such as depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, self-harm, and addiction.
Kate creates a safe, trusting atmosphere while helping her clients uncover key insights that lead to personal growth, greater clarity and peace. She focuses on improving her clients' relationships with themselves, their family, significant others and friends. Kate uses an integrative, collaborative approach to promote greater emotional health and wellbeing. Her work focuses on each client's unique history that shaped them into the person they are today. She stays curious and compassionate about all parts of the self in order to bring her clients into the person they wish to be now.
Teru Judy Kanazawa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT
Verified
Verified
My practice focuses on
relationship
-building whether it be with a love interest,
partner
, immediate/extended family members, the workplace, etc. Whatever methodology (CBT, IFS, hypnosis and more) I use creates multi-layered assessment of response to crisis, trauma, separation, alienation, etc. In
relationship
we are challenged to explore identity, values, self-worth and sense of belonging that give you the tools to be successful. Included in the work are homework assignments and setting short-term and long-term goals. In this way profound and lasting changes can be made in a short period of time.
Not accepting new clients
Solina Nerenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
We might be a great fit if you struggle to practice self-compassion, if your inner critic is loud and harsh, and/or if you want to become more aware of
relationship
patterns that aren’t working for you. I am passionate about supporting
couples
and individual adult clients in a variety of life challenges. With
couples
, my goal is to deepen the emotional connection between partners and to increase the honest expression of each partners needs. With both
couples
, and individuals, I strive to help my clients better understand how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors impact their health and happiness.
Nina Singh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome! I applaud you for beginning the search for a therapist. Maybe you have found your way here because you are going through a tough time. Possibly you are feeling more anxious or depressed than usual. Perhaps an important
relationship
is causing you stress. Or maybe you have just decided to learn more about yourself. Whatever the reason, I want to understand your story and who you are.
Diane Marie Ramirez-Stone
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I believe the therapeutic
relationship
can change lives. Through this
relationship
I work together with you to unlock your potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. We do this profound work by exploring the complex stories we weave around our histories and by respecting the deep-seated need for intimacy and self-expression that motivates us.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.