AEDP Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
When working with individuals I use the powerful, evidence-based approach of AEDP ( Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy).
My approach is holistic, incorporating mind, body and soul. As a therapist, I'm totally committed to your growth. I don't simply sit back and listen. Rather, I'm on the journey with you, as a companion, witness and guide, holding a safe container in which your healing can unfold. I see therapy as a lively creative process that accesses the wisdom of your body and the power of your imagination to put you back in the driving seat of your life.
When working with individuals I use the powerful, evidence-based approach of AEDP ( Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy).
My approach is holistic, incorporating mind, body and soul. As a therapist, I'm totally committed to your growth. I don't simply sit back and listen. Rather, I'm on the journey with you, as a companion, witness and guide, holding a safe container in which your healing can unfold. I see therapy as a lively creative process that accesses the wisdom of your body and the power of your imagination to put you back in the driving seat of your life.
My approach is integrative and holistic, blending Depth/Jungian Psychology with additional trainings such as EMDR, AEDP, RLT (2 years couples intensive), somatic work, trauma work and mindfulness practices.
The suffering we experience can become a gift if we work through it. I'm here to help you uncover what is getting in the way, supporting you in working toward clarity, self-acceptance as well as courageously shed that which no longer serves you. We all find ourselves in patterns we cannot break out of and that is where I can help most. I take a holistic, integrative approach to facilitate the mind-body-spirit connection with the intention that you may live a richer, more meaningful life. You have an innate ability to heal and grow––therapy is a unique process that facilitates the reconnection and restoration of your true self.
My approach is integrative and holistic, blending Depth/Jungian Psychology with additional trainings such as EMDR, AEDP, RLT (2 years couples intensive), somatic work, trauma work and mindfulness practices.
The suffering we experience can become a gift if we work through it. I'm here to help you uncover what is getting in the way, supporting you in working toward clarity, self-acceptance as well as courageously shed that which no longer serves you. We all find ourselves in patterns we cannot break out of and that is where I can help most. I take a holistic, integrative approach to facilitate the mind-body-spirit connection with the intention that you may live a richer, more meaningful life. You have an innate ability to heal and grow––therapy is a unique process that facilitates the reconnection and restoration of your true self.
If you're feeling unhappy, uncertain or overwhelmed, experiencing relationship problems or in the midst of a life transition, you do not have to go through it alone. Finding a therapist that is a good fit is an important first step to feeling better and building the life and relationships you want.
I work with adults and couples in exploring their experiences, clarifying goals, identifying longstanding patterns and encouraging meaningful changes.
If you're feeling unhappy, uncertain or overwhelmed, experiencing relationship problems or in the midst of a life transition, you do not have to go through it alone. Finding a therapist that is a good fit is an important first step to feeling better and building the life and relationships you want.
I work with adults and couples in exploring their experiences, clarifying goals, identifying longstanding patterns and encouraging meaningful changes.
I primarily practice through the lens of Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy and Attachment Focused EMDR.
I practice a holistic approach, exploring all aspects of one’s life—physical, emotional, social and spiritual well-being. Together, we carefully craft an individualized and evolving treatment plan tailored to your short and long-term goals. I work mindfully to cultivate a safe and secure space that catalyzes connection and change.
I primarily practice through the lens of Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy and Attachment Focused EMDR.
I practice a holistic approach, exploring all aspects of one’s life—physical, emotional, social and spiritual well-being. Together, we carefully craft an individualized and evolving treatment plan tailored to your short and long-term goals. I work mindfully to cultivate a safe and secure space that catalyzes connection and change.
Significant life transitions, complex grief, serious illness, trauma, can change your life radically. You might be grieving the loss of normalcy and expectations about how your life should be. Maybe you are having a hard time adjusting to these changes, grappling with uncertainty or questioning your meaning and purpose.
Significant life transitions, complex grief, serious illness, trauma, can change your life radically. You might be grieving the loss of normalcy and expectations about how your life should be. Maybe you are having a hard time adjusting to these changes, grappling with uncertainty or questioning your meaning and purpose.
I am a Counseling Psychologist and psychoanalytic psychotherapist with a special interest in helping artists, writers, actors, musicians and creative spirits of all types achieve their full potential. I am also interested in working with men around relationship issues, masculinity, and feeling a sense of aliveness. I have completed specialized training working with medical, academic and other professionals (UCLA and USC Health Science Campus), as well as veterans (Minneapolis and Milwaukee VA).
I am a Counseling Psychologist and psychoanalytic psychotherapist with a special interest in helping artists, writers, actors, musicians and creative spirits of all types achieve their full potential. I am also interested in working with men around relationship issues, masculinity, and feeling a sense of aliveness. I have completed specialized training working with medical, academic and other professionals (UCLA and USC Health Science Campus), as well as veterans (Minneapolis and Milwaukee VA).
AEDP, an empathic and engaged approach to therapy fosters new and healing emotional and relational experiences.
I've been helping individuals and couples transform their lives for over 25 years and am the author of two books, Living Like You Mean It and Loving Like You Mean It. My overall objective is to help you experience meaningful change and achieve your goals in the least amount of time needed. Unlike more traditional approaches that focus primarily on talking, I help you have new emotional experiences that enable you to truly resolve core issues, move forward unencumbered, and, ultimately, have the life and relationships you really want.
AEDP, an empathic and engaged approach to therapy fosters new and healing emotional and relational experiences.
I've been helping individuals and couples transform their lives for over 25 years and am the author of two books, Living Like You Mean It and Loving Like You Mean It. My overall objective is to help you experience meaningful change and achieve your goals in the least amount of time needed. Unlike more traditional approaches that focus primarily on talking, I help you have new emotional experiences that enable you to truly resolve core issues, move forward unencumbered, and, ultimately, have the life and relationships you really want.
For ten years, I lived in the world of high-stakes corporate transitions. I saw firsthand how pressure can reveal—or obscure—our truest selves. My journey from the corporate boardroom to the therapy room was driven by a single desire: to live a life aligned with my deepest values and to help others do the same.
I understand that the path to transformation can feel unconventional or even daunting. That’s why I prioritize building a relationship rooted in compassionate directness. I don't just offer empathy; I offer a rigorous commitment to your growth, backed by a diverse toolkit of evidence-based modalities.
For ten years, I lived in the world of high-stakes corporate transitions. I saw firsthand how pressure can reveal—or obscure—our truest selves. My journey from the corporate boardroom to the therapy room was driven by a single desire: to live a life aligned with my deepest values and to help others do the same.
I understand that the path to transformation can feel unconventional or even daunting. That’s why I prioritize building a relationship rooted in compassionate directness. I don't just offer empathy; I offer a rigorous commitment to your growth, backed by a diverse toolkit of evidence-based modalities.
Shari Gerstenberger:IFS, EMDR, Couples, SexTherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90039
I'm trained in EMDR, IFS, EFT, AEDP, and mindfulness-based approaches, allowing me to tailor our work to your unique needs.
As an AMFT and Certified Somatic Coach, I work with clients across the lifespan—including teens, adults, and couples—on anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. My warm, collaborative approach integrates talk therapy, somatic practices, EMDR, and IFS to support healing and self-understanding. I have specialized training in sex therapy but also work broadly with identity, communication, and emotional regulation. Whether rebuilding trust, processing trauma, or strengthening connection with yourself or others, I offer a supportive, sex-positive, nonjudgmental space where authenticity is welcomed and shame has no place.
I'm trained in EMDR, IFS, EFT, AEDP, and mindfulness-based approaches, allowing me to tailor our work to your unique needs.
As an AMFT and Certified Somatic Coach, I work with clients across the lifespan—including teens, adults, and couples—on anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. My warm, collaborative approach integrates talk therapy, somatic practices, EMDR, and IFS to support healing and self-understanding. I have specialized training in sex therapy but also work broadly with identity, communication, and emotional regulation. Whether rebuilding trust, processing trauma, or strengthening connection with yourself or others, I offer a supportive, sex-positive, nonjudgmental space where authenticity is welcomed and shame has no place.
The brain has a negative bias, it scans for threat. Scanning for the "negative" is not all bad. Being stuck in this "negative" state of scanning for danger can hinder movement forward. I can help you shift from fear state to different states of being with interest and curiosity. This shift from state to state is what helps grow your resiliency and ability to tolerate.
The brain has a negative bias, it scans for threat. Scanning for the "negative" is not all bad. Being stuck in this "negative" state of scanning for danger can hinder movement forward. I can help you shift from fear state to different states of being with interest and curiosity. This shift from state to state is what helps grow your resiliency and ability to tolerate.
I often incorporate accelerated experiential dynamic psychotherapy, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mind-body connections to address the complexities of each individual and their struggles.
How do you feel about seeking help, especially for your mental and emotional health? Do you think it’s a sign of weakness? As a psychologist, I see it as a sign of strength, courage, self-awareness and maturity. I work with my clients to identify what they’re needing in order for them to improve their lives. I help people find the ways to change and experience personal growth and healing. I support my clients as they discover new aspects of themselves, which can be a challenging but rewarding process.
I often incorporate accelerated experiential dynamic psychotherapy, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mind-body connections to address the complexities of each individual and their struggles.
How do you feel about seeking help, especially for your mental and emotional health? Do you think it’s a sign of weakness? As a psychologist, I see it as a sign of strength, courage, self-awareness and maturity. I work with my clients to identify what they’re needing in order for them to improve their lives. I help people find the ways to change and experience personal growth and healing. I support my clients as they discover new aspects of themselves, which can be a challenging but rewarding process.
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.
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.
Do you struggle with stagnation in your relationship, career, or life in general? Do you feel held back by self-doubt, feelings of inadequacy or perfectionism? I am an LCSW specializing in the facilitation of the Daring Way(tm), a psychoeducational curriculum based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. The method was developed to help people learn how to show up, be seen, and live braver lives. This highly experiential and interactive curriculum functions as a pathway to cultivating self-compassion, embracing vulnerability, developing shame-resilience, identifying our values, and living wholeheartedly.
Do you struggle with stagnation in your relationship, career, or life in general? Do you feel held back by self-doubt, feelings of inadequacy or perfectionism? I am an LCSW specializing in the facilitation of the Daring Way(tm), a psychoeducational curriculum based on the research of Dr. Brené Brown. The method was developed to help people learn how to show up, be seen, and live braver lives. This highly experiential and interactive curriculum functions as a pathway to cultivating self-compassion, embracing vulnerability, developing shame-resilience, identifying our values, and living wholeheartedly.
Othermessage Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, BFA, LMFT, AF-EMDR
11 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90039
Drawing from relational psychoanalysis, AEDP, existential analysis, and Attachment-Focused EMDR, I help clients explore the emotional roots of stuck patterns, deepen self-understanding, and move toward a life that feels more meaningful, connected, and alive.
I’m a licensed therapist with advanced training in Attachment-Focused EMDR, AEDP (relational), existential psychotherapy, and Transformational Couples Therapy all through an affirmative lens. My work centers queer, neurodivergent, and relationally-minded clients seeking deeper connection, emotional freedom, and lasting change—individually or in relationship.
Drawing from relational psychoanalysis, AEDP, existential analysis, and Attachment-Focused EMDR, I help clients explore the emotional roots of stuck patterns, deepen self-understanding, and move toward a life that feels more meaningful, connected, and alive.
I’m a licensed therapist with advanced training in Attachment-Focused EMDR, AEDP (relational), existential psychotherapy, and Transformational Couples Therapy all through an affirmative lens. My work centers queer, neurodivergent, and relationally-minded clients seeking deeper connection, emotional freedom, and lasting change—individually or in relationship.
I am a level 2 practitioner of Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy ( AEDP).
We don't have to go through it alone. Even when we feel stuck and overwhelmed, meaningful change is always possible. I take a solution oriented approach that applies evidence-based techniques for exploring and shifting old patterns of feeling and thinking that are getting in the way of growth. Employing curiosity and compassion, we can heal wounded parts and build new connections to your authentic self. A primary focus of my couples work is to practice new ways of communicating our needs more effectively with both our partners and ourselves. I also specialize in supporting the unique concerns and strengths of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I am a level 2 practitioner of Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy ( AEDP).
We don't have to go through it alone. Even when we feel stuck and overwhelmed, meaningful change is always possible. I take a solution oriented approach that applies evidence-based techniques for exploring and shifting old patterns of feeling and thinking that are getting in the way of growth. Employing curiosity and compassion, we can heal wounded parts and build new connections to your authentic self. A primary focus of my couples work is to practice new ways of communicating our needs more effectively with both our partners and ourselves. I also specialize in supporting the unique concerns and strengths of the LGBTQIA+ community.
You don’t have to hold it all together alone. If you're tired of pretending you're fine, feeling stuck in relationships, or weighed down by it all, you're not alone. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are ready for real healing—artists, musicians, healthcare workers, professionals, and more. My clients all share a desire for change, clarity, and connection. No matter your background, identity, or beliefs, you're welcome here. Therapy is about showing up, being honest, and letting transformation unfold. Ready to start? Let's talk.
You don’t have to hold it all together alone. If you're tired of pretending you're fine, feeling stuck in relationships, or weighed down by it all, you're not alone. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are ready for real healing—artists, musicians, healthcare workers, professionals, and more. My clients all share a desire for change, clarity, and connection. No matter your background, identity, or beliefs, you're welcome here. Therapy is about showing up, being honest, and letting transformation unfold. Ready to start? Let's talk.
I draw from AEDP, somatic therapy, and relational psychodynamic approaches to support healing and the transformation of long-held emotional patterns into more adaptive, compassionate ways of being.
I work with adults facing anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, or relationship struggles—often shaped by emotionally immature, narcissistic, or mentally ill parents. My trauma-informed, attachment-based approach is experiential and emotion-focused, helping you process stuck patterns, deepen self-understanding, and heal at the root. I support parents breaking generational cycles and offer LGBTQ+ affirming care, with extensive experience with trans and gender non-conforming clients. My style is warm, collaborative, and focused on transformative, lasting change.
I draw from AEDP, somatic therapy, and relational psychodynamic approaches to support healing and the transformation of long-held emotional patterns into more adaptive, compassionate ways of being.
I work with adults facing anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, or relationship struggles—often shaped by emotionally immature, narcissistic, or mentally ill parents. My trauma-informed, attachment-based approach is experiential and emotion-focused, helping you process stuck patterns, deepen self-understanding, and heal at the root. I support parents breaking generational cycles and offer LGBTQ+ affirming care, with extensive experience with trans and gender non-conforming clients. My style is warm, collaborative, and focused on transformative, lasting change.
Welcome! I work with individuals and couples who are wanting to live a richer and less restricted life navigating anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. I also have a special interest in supporting people navigating all transitions of parenthood and the perinatal period: fertility, pregnancy, abortion, miscarriage, birth, and postpartum.
I enjoy working with folks who are looking to journey inward and want to extend that awareness and understanding to relationships. I approach therapy from a relational/depth psychodynamic lens that prioritizes the therapeutic relationship and allows us to work with lifelong patterns clearly.
Welcome! I work with individuals and couples who are wanting to live a richer and less restricted life navigating anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. I also have a special interest in supporting people navigating all transitions of parenthood and the perinatal period: fertility, pregnancy, abortion, miscarriage, birth, and postpartum.
I enjoy working with folks who are looking to journey inward and want to extend that awareness and understanding to relationships. I approach therapy from a relational/depth psychodynamic lens that prioritizes the therapeutic relationship and allows us to work with lifelong patterns clearly.
I use AEDP to help you process emotions in a safe, healing environment, and CBT to examine how your thoughts affect your feelings and behaviors.
My ideal clients often feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma. They may struggle with communication, feeling disconnected from themselves or loved ones. They seek clarity, healing, and stronger relationships with self and others. Their goal is to break free from these patterns, heal past wounds, and build a life that feels more grounded, connected, and fulfilled. They want to feel seen, heard, and understood—able to live with purpose and emotional freedom.
I use AEDP to help you process emotions in a safe, healing environment, and CBT to examine how your thoughts affect your feelings and behaviors.
My ideal clients often feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma. They may struggle with communication, feeling disconnected from themselves or loved ones. They seek clarity, healing, and stronger relationships with self and others. Their goal is to break free from these patterns, heal past wounds, and build a life that feels more grounded, connected, and fulfilled. They want to feel seen, heard, and understood—able to live with purpose and emotional freedom.
If you are feeling overwhelmed due to life transitions, depression, anxiety, or relationship issues, therapy can be a helpful place to feel understood and supported. I create a nonjudgemental space where together we can explore your needs, hopes, and fears while tapping into your unique strengths. I specialize in working with queer adults and families and am passionate about providing support to folks during the prenatal and postpartum period.
If you are feeling overwhelmed due to life transitions, depression, anxiety, or relationship issues, therapy can be a helpful place to feel understood and supported. I create a nonjudgemental space where together we can explore your needs, hopes, and fears while tapping into your unique strengths. I specialize in working with queer adults and families and am passionate about providing support to folks during the prenatal and postpartum period.
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AEDP Therapists
Who is AEDP therapy for?
Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) is for adults who have experienced emotional pain in the past that, because it has not been adequately addressed and processed, interferes with current functioning. The problems might manifest in a number of different ways, from excessive anger to relationship difficulties to PTSD to eating disorders, poor self-esteem, and depression. They may also be accompanied by physiological symptoms. AEDP helps people accept and digest challenging emotional experiences.
Why do people need AEDP?
People need AEDP as a way to manage distressing emotions—including anger, shame, and guilt—that in some way hamper the ability to function and form satisfying relationships in the present. The therapist-client relationship is believed to provide corrective emotional and relational experiences that facilitate positive changes in brain function, forge pathways for processing traumatic experiences, and allow resolution of emotional pain.
What happens in AEDP therapy?
Once individuals have established a strong bond with the AEDP therapist and the therapist has established a safe and secure environment, clients are encouraged to explore their most painful emotional experiences. They may be asked to pay attention to disquieting body sensations as well as to psychological discomfort. Individuals learn how to process emotions, rather than avoid them. Through the strength of the therapist-client bond, each session is intended to provide a powerful positive experience for individuals, enabling growth.
What problems does AEDP treat?
AEDP is intended to treat the unprocessed emotional pain caused by earlier distressing experiences, which commonly includes behavioral avoidance of current situations and experiences for fear that they will reactivate painful feelings. Emotional pain and avoidant behavior play a role in a wide array of mental health conditions, which is why AEDP is applied to the treatment of a range of disorders including depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship difficulties, and eating disorders.