Couples Counseling Therapists in Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA
Ventana Garen
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
Through a holistic and empowering lens, I specialize in guiding couples, adults and mothers in healing from trauma & gaining confidence.
If you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma or life's transitions, I'm here to support you. Whether it's relationship struggles or the challenges of parenthood, your desire for empowerment and self-discovery is at the heart of our journey together. Ready to feel understood, supported, and equipped with tools to overcome obstacles? Looking to explore sexuality, love, and your relationships? My training blends Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed neurobiology, practical tools, and embodiment practices to support you into authentic expression and greater freedom.
Through a holistic and empowering lens, I specialize in guiding couples, adults and mothers in healing from trauma & gaining confidence.
If you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma or life's transitions, I'm here to support you. Whether it's relationship struggles or the challenges of parenthood, your desire for empowerment and self-discovery is at the heart of our journey together. Ready to feel understood, supported, and equipped with tools to overcome obstacles? Looking to explore sexuality, love, and your relationships? My training blends Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed neurobiology, practical tools, and embodiment practices to support you into authentic expression and greater freedom.
Chris Peters
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004 (Online Only)
I use a variety of techniques, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, traditional talk therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction to overcome challenges in the areas of trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, identity (sexuality/gender), perfectionism, shame, and other hurdles bringing you or your relationship down.
Life's challenges sometimes leave us stuck and we often do not realize those challenges are the key to our future happiness. I'm here to help you unlock those challenges and live a more connected, authentic and fulfilling life. Whether you're looking for a sounding board, depth work, understanding what your mind and body are telling you, to address specific symptoms, or to limit actions you know are harmful yet keep repeating, I am here to help you along your journey.
I use a variety of techniques, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, traditional talk therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction to overcome challenges in the areas of trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, identity (sexuality/gender), perfectionism, shame, and other hurdles bringing you or your relationship down.
Life's challenges sometimes leave us stuck and we often do not realize those challenges are the key to our future happiness. I'm here to help you unlock those challenges and live a more connected, authentic and fulfilling life. Whether you're looking for a sounding board, depth work, understanding what your mind and body are telling you, to address specific symptoms, or to limit actions you know are harmful yet keep repeating, I am here to help you along your journey.
Kimberly Bye
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
I see individuals, couples and families.
Asking someone for help is one of the most powerful decisions you can make, so I consider it a privilege to guide you along this path of self-discovery. I work with clients in a supportive, compassionate, and nurturing way; helping them identify strengths and define goals through a process of active listening, deep empathy, non-judgment and acceptance. I work in an eclectic yet integrative manner utilizing many different modalities depending upon the client's needs and what they would most benefit from. I draw from neuroscience, research, and best clinical practices to carefully determine the right approach for each client.
I see individuals, couples and families.
Asking someone for help is one of the most powerful decisions you can make, so I consider it a privilege to guide you along this path of self-discovery. I work with clients in a supportive, compassionate, and nurturing way; helping them identify strengths and define goals through a process of active listening, deep empathy, non-judgment and acceptance. I work in an eclectic yet integrative manner utilizing many different modalities depending upon the client's needs and what they would most benefit from. I draw from neuroscience, research, and best clinical practices to carefully determine the right approach for each client.
Christine Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004 (Online Only)
I work with people on a wide array of issues, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship difficulties, parenting, family building, identify formation, grief, and loss.
The decision to seek therapy can sometimes be a difficult one. However, the challenges that motivate us towards change can often become opportunities to create a deeper awareness of who we are, and who we are striving to become. I truly believe we grow in connection to others, it’s in these relationships we often learn the most about ourselves. It is hard to look at ourselves from another person’s perspective and to see ourselves in ways that we haven’t before. It can be messy work, but it can also be truly liberating and rewarding. .
I work with people on a wide array of issues, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship difficulties, parenting, family building, identify formation, grief, and loss.
The decision to seek therapy can sometimes be a difficult one. However, the challenges that motivate us towards change can often become opportunities to create a deeper awareness of who we are, and who we are striving to become. I truly believe we grow in connection to others, it’s in these relationships we often learn the most about ourselves. It is hard to look at ourselves from another person’s perspective and to see ourselves in ways that we haven’t before. It can be messy work, but it can also be truly liberating and rewarding. .
Margo De La Cruz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90010 (Online Only)
I believe we are all capable of healing—and my role is not to “fix” but to walk alongside you. I am here to provide support, tools, and a steady presence. My approach is collaborative and grounded; we'll move at your pace while gently encouraging exploration. Together, we will navigate challenges and celebrate breakthroughs. Specializing in trauma processing and complex relationship dynamics, I embrace the messiness of life with compassion. I also work closely with men navigating emotional expression, identity, and some of the unique pressures that dudes face today. If you’re exhausted from the bullshit, I’m here and on your team.
I believe we are all capable of healing—and my role is not to “fix” but to walk alongside you. I am here to provide support, tools, and a steady presence. My approach is collaborative and grounded; we'll move at your pace while gently encouraging exploration. Together, we will navigate challenges and celebrate breakthroughs. Specializing in trauma processing and complex relationship dynamics, I embrace the messiness of life with compassion. I also work closely with men navigating emotional expression, identity, and some of the unique pressures that dudes face today. If you’re exhausted from the bullshit, I’m here and on your team.
Michael Annoreno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
Hello! I'm Michael Annoreno, a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals like you navigate life's challenges and cultivate emotional well-being. Whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or personal growth, I'm here to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore, heal, and thrive.
Hello! I'm Michael Annoreno, a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals like you navigate life's challenges and cultivate emotional well-being. Whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or personal growth, I'm here to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore, heal, and thrive.
Chelsea Monty
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
I welcome and affirm all structures and configurations including both hierarchical and non-hierarchical non-monogamy, relationship anarchy, and polyamory.
In a culture that equates your productivity to your self-worth, it can be a challenge to feel comfortable and guilt-free when you choose to take care of yourself. I reject the cultural beliefs that shame us and try to force us to endure, rather than enjoy. Seeking help is a show of strength, there is no shame in it, and you shouldn’t have to “tough it out” on your own or “just get by”. Whatever it is about your relationships, connections, or experiences with intimacy that brought you here deserves attention. I’m interested in helping you feel more like yourself, more alive, and more at ease in the world.
I welcome and affirm all structures and configurations including both hierarchical and non-hierarchical non-monogamy, relationship anarchy, and polyamory.
In a culture that equates your productivity to your self-worth, it can be a challenge to feel comfortable and guilt-free when you choose to take care of yourself. I reject the cultural beliefs that shame us and try to force us to endure, rather than enjoy. Seeking help is a show of strength, there is no shame in it, and you shouldn’t have to “tough it out” on your own or “just get by”. Whatever it is about your relationships, connections, or experiences with intimacy that brought you here deserves attention. I’m interested in helping you feel more like yourself, more alive, and more at ease in the world.
Tina Lynam
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
I have worked with individuals, adolescents, couples and families from various backgrounds and cultures.
I work with a diverse population with varying goals. For some it is to work through their anxiety and depression, and for others it is to work through their current struggles with relationships, parenting, career or loss of a loved one. I help clients understand how they want to live, and to explore, meet and overcome their challenges. My relationship with each client is unique and an important part of therapy. I incorporate different types of treatment and work from an inclusive perspective of each client's own experience. I meet with clients in my office, offer walking sessions in the park and sessions via Zoom.
I have worked with individuals, adolescents, couples and families from various backgrounds and cultures.
I work with a diverse population with varying goals. For some it is to work through their anxiety and depression, and for others it is to work through their current struggles with relationships, parenting, career or loss of a loved one. I help clients understand how they want to live, and to explore, meet and overcome their challenges. My relationship with each client is unique and an important part of therapy. I incorporate different types of treatment and work from an inclusive perspective of each client's own experience. I meet with clients in my office, offer walking sessions in the park and sessions via Zoom.
My practice is grounded in compassion, authenticity, and trust. I have specialized training in classic and complex trauma, PTSD, and mind-body somatic practices. Using an integrative approach that draws from various therapeutic techniques with intentionality, I support individuals in navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, perinatal/postpartum depression, self-esteem, substance use, compulsive behaviors, and other challenges.
My practice is grounded in compassion, authenticity, and trust. I have specialized training in classic and complex trauma, PTSD, and mind-body somatic practices. Using an integrative approach that draws from various therapeutic techniques with intentionality, I support individuals in navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, perinatal/postpartum depression, self-esteem, substance use, compulsive behaviors, and other challenges.
Mari Ann Fortuna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90010
I believe the relationship between therapist and client is essential in understanding the underlying issues affecting one's obstacles to personal growth and happiness. It is my goal to provide a calm space and safe relationship towards that end. Working with adults, young adults and families for more than 20 years has given me a breadth of experience that I bring to the therapeutic relationship. I have particular experience with early trauma and PTSD; depression/anxiety; life transitions; addiction related symptoms; and, relationship issues.
I believe the relationship between therapist and client is essential in understanding the underlying issues affecting one's obstacles to personal growth and happiness. It is my goal to provide a calm space and safe relationship towards that end. Working with adults, young adults and families for more than 20 years has given me a breadth of experience that I bring to the therapeutic relationship. I have particular experience with early trauma and PTSD; depression/anxiety; life transitions; addiction related symptoms; and, relationship issues.
Gabriella Shevel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
Establishing a strong connection with your therapist and nurturing a supportive therapeutic relationship is paramount and the highest predictor of success in therapy.
I believe therapy is a journey toward growth, personal fulfillment, and a deeper understanding of ourselves and those around us. The ultimate goal is to become effective problem solvers, more mindful, and to enrich our lives and the lives of those around us. I offer an integrative approach to psychotherapy to support clients through the process of self-reflection and navigating life's challenging moments.
Establishing a strong connection with your therapist and nurturing a supportive therapeutic relationship is paramount and the highest predictor of success in therapy.
I believe therapy is a journey toward growth, personal fulfillment, and a deeper understanding of ourselves and those around us. The ultimate goal is to become effective problem solvers, more mindful, and to enrich our lives and the lives of those around us. I offer an integrative approach to psychotherapy to support clients through the process of self-reflection and navigating life's challenging moments.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
I work with individuals, couples, and teens.
Most of us come into therapy seeking change. Maybe we hurt too much, feel lonely, depressed, anxious, or hate our job. Our relationship might be faltering or we're feeling overwhelmed by the family. What I've learned is that we come into therapy thinking that we have one story, or narrative, and that narrative is set and fixed. I believe we've forgotten that we have a multitude of stories, or alternative narratives. Those alternative narratives can be discovered and shed light on new options and possibilities, while expanding our understanding of what we once believed was unalterable.
I work with individuals, couples, and teens.
Most of us come into therapy seeking change. Maybe we hurt too much, feel lonely, depressed, anxious, or hate our job. Our relationship might be faltering or we're feeling overwhelmed by the family. What I've learned is that we come into therapy thinking that we have one story, or narrative, and that narrative is set and fixed. I believe we've forgotten that we have a multitude of stories, or alternative narratives. Those alternative narratives can be discovered and shed light on new options and possibilities, while expanding our understanding of what we once believed was unalterable.
Emily Fiedtkou
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90036 (Online Only)
If you're feeling stuck, anxious about your future, and finding it difficult to move forward in your life than I would love to chat with you. I offer a nonjudgmental space where you can be both supported and encouraged to lean into the discomfort. I provide space to process feelings and also provide tangible skills so therapy is a daily practice. I work with teens (12+), young adults navigating the complexity of launching their lives, couples and adults experiencing burn out, anxiety, and difficulty seeing their own self worth. I believe each person has their own inner wisdom and I want to help you access it.
If you're feeling stuck, anxious about your future, and finding it difficult to move forward in your life than I would love to chat with you. I offer a nonjudgmental space where you can be both supported and encouraged to lean into the discomfort. I provide space to process feelings and also provide tangible skills so therapy is a daily practice. I work with teens (12+), young adults navigating the complexity of launching their lives, couples and adults experiencing burn out, anxiety, and difficulty seeing their own self worth. I believe each person has their own inner wisdom and I want to help you access it.
Marianne Albina
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90036 (Online Only)
Couples therapy often means the transformation of a relationship.
Whether you are: doubting your commitment to your relationship; searching for ways to make your relationship work; feeling unsure of what you want; or wanting to work on the communication or intimacy that will help you grow closer together— you are welcome in my virtual therapy room. In working with couples, I view the relationship as my client. For those who want to stay together, I help couples navigate their difference — cultural, racial, or otherwise — and to articulate their love and commitment to one another. As a therapist my goal is to help couples fulfil the hopes they have for their relationship.
Couples therapy often means the transformation of a relationship.
Whether you are: doubting your commitment to your relationship; searching for ways to make your relationship work; feeling unsure of what you want; or wanting to work on the communication or intimacy that will help you grow closer together— you are welcome in my virtual therapy room. In working with couples, I view the relationship as my client. For those who want to stay together, I help couples navigate their difference — cultural, racial, or otherwise — and to articulate their love and commitment to one another. As a therapist my goal is to help couples fulfil the hopes they have for their relationship.
Karen Macklin: Relationships + Identity + Transitions
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MFA, AMFT, APCC, Coach
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90010
I specialize in relationship repair, unpacking big identity questions, career shifts, grief, & facing the existential throes of quarter life & midlife (whoa!).
Are you at a crossroads in your life or relationship? I work with dynamic individuals and couples who feel lost and want to find their way back to clarity, connection, and aliveness. I'm an East-West combo, combining soulful mindfulness & depth work with creative exploration and real world practicality. I support folks with expansive, complex minds and hearts to heal (& grow) from the trauma and drama of this world, and to create a life worth living and loving. My clients are big thinkers & feelers, creatives, healers, queer and neurodivergent folx, first gen, and anyone who doesn't fit the standard narrative of this boxy world.
I specialize in relationship repair, unpacking big identity questions, career shifts, grief, & facing the existential throes of quarter life & midlife (whoa!).
Are you at a crossroads in your life or relationship? I work with dynamic individuals and couples who feel lost and want to find their way back to clarity, connection, and aliveness. I'm an East-West combo, combining soulful mindfulness & depth work with creative exploration and real world practicality. I support folks with expansive, complex minds and hearts to heal (& grow) from the trauma and drama of this world, and to create a life worth living and loving. My clients are big thinkers & feelers, creatives, healers, queer and neurodivergent folx, first gen, and anyone who doesn't fit the standard narrative of this boxy world.
Michela Tripp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
I work with individuals and couples from a diverse range of backgrounds to assist in cultivating healthier relationships with themselves and others. Clients I have worked with typically have been impacted by a variety of mental health issues, including anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, perfectionism, self-esteem, and showing up as their authentic self.
I work with individuals and couples from a diverse range of backgrounds to assist in cultivating healthier relationships with themselves and others. Clients I have worked with typically have been impacted by a variety of mental health issues, including anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, perfectionism, self-esteem, and showing up as their authentic self.
Ellen Park-Nakashima
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW, MDiv, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90020
If you are seeking help through counseling or therapy, I offer individual and couples therapy to older adolescents and adults. My approach to therapy is to help clients feel safe and supported. While providing a welcoming and confidential space, I collaborate with the client to explore current life stressors and events to work toward achieving greater understanding and working through areas of feeling stuck.
If you are seeking help through counseling or therapy, I offer individual and couples therapy to older adolescents and adults. My approach to therapy is to help clients feel safe and supported. While providing a welcoming and confidential space, I collaborate with the client to explore current life stressors and events to work toward achieving greater understanding and working through areas of feeling stuck.
Paul Backlund
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA , AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
I am experienced in working with the LGBTQ+ community: Trans, adolescents, addiction, grief, couples, parents, and families.
Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. So why therapy now? What are your hopes and dreams for the future? Problems only survive when they are supported by particular beliefs and principles. This can feel like a relentless need to escape a moment that never ends. Exploring the details and effects of these obstacles will help lead to different outcomes not yet discovered.
I am experienced in working with the LGBTQ+ community: Trans, adolescents, addiction, grief, couples, parents, and families.
Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. So why therapy now? What are your hopes and dreams for the future? Problems only survive when they are supported by particular beliefs and principles. This can feel like a relentless need to escape a moment that never ends. Exploring the details and effects of these obstacles will help lead to different outcomes not yet discovered.
Roxy Ardebilchi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90024
I may also offer observations about how clients interact with me; our therapeutic relationship can be so enlightening.
I work from a depth perspective which means that therapy is about exploring the root causes of behavior, often making way for true understanding and significant, long-lasting change. I see individuals, couples, and families dealing with big life transitions, trauma, anxiety, and intimacy issues.
I may also offer observations about how clients interact with me; our therapeutic relationship can be so enlightening.
I work from a depth perspective which means that therapy is about exploring the root causes of behavior, often making way for true understanding and significant, long-lasting change. I see individuals, couples, and families dealing with big life transitions, trauma, anxiety, and intimacy issues.
Helen Land
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
My specialties include trauma recovery, loss, bereavement recovery, depression, and anxiety treatment, & couples therapy.
If you have difficulty forgiving yourself for what you have done, said, or failed to say, have relationship conflict, feel down, anxious, have trauma or religious trauma, you need a therapist who is empathetic, knowledgeable, & experienced. In my many years practicing I've had the pleasure of teaching, writing, and treating individuals, couples, and families with vastly different problems. As everyone is different, I adapt to your particular needs. I listen and I partner with you to accomplish what works best for you as I know a wide array of treatment approaches. In fact, I have taught them. Please feel welcome to call me.
My specialties include trauma recovery, loss, bereavement recovery, depression, and anxiety treatment, & couples therapy.
If you have difficulty forgiving yourself for what you have done, said, or failed to say, have relationship conflict, feel down, anxious, have trauma or religious trauma, you need a therapist who is empathetic, knowledgeable, & experienced. In my many years practicing I've had the pleasure of teaching, writing, and treating individuals, couples, and families with vastly different problems. As everyone is different, I adapt to your particular needs. I listen and I partner with you to accomplish what works best for you as I know a wide array of treatment approaches. In fact, I have taught them. Please feel welcome to call me.
