Available Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
I utilize an eclectic approach that combines psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness practices and emphasizes the ways in which childhood experiences shape adult personalities and functioning. I am a humanistic, client-centered therapist and I believe you are the expert in the room. We will collaborate to identify goals and areas of growth.
I utilize an eclectic approach that combines psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness practices and emphasizes the ways in which childhood experiences shape adult personalities and functioning. I am a humanistic, client-centered therapist and I believe you are the expert in the room. We will collaborate to identify goals and areas of growth.
I believe that all behavior is communicative and that typically, children are not willfully misbehaving, but rather, are expressing what they are struggling with on the inside. Children often have difficulty identifying their feelings and knowing how to express them or deal with them. Instead, they may exhibit behaviors such as verbal/physical aggression, throwing tantrums, or being noncompliant, or they may retreat and withdraw, have difficulty concentrating or completing school work, or they avoid certain situations/people/tasks.
I believe that all behavior is communicative and that typically, children are not willfully misbehaving, but rather, are expressing what they are struggling with on the inside. Children often have difficulty identifying their feelings and knowing how to express them or deal with them. Instead, they may exhibit behaviors such as verbal/physical aggression, throwing tantrums, or being noncompliant, or they may retreat and withdraw, have difficulty concentrating or completing school work, or they avoid certain situations/people/tasks.
I am available on weekdays, evenings, and weekends.
I work to create a therapeutic environment that embraces vulnerability, authenticity, and curiosity. With compassion and humor, I help adults, adolescents, couples, and families become more familiar with themselves and how they interact with the world, facilitating stronger connections and growth through insight.
I am available on weekdays, evenings, and weekends.
I work to create a therapeutic environment that embraces vulnerability, authenticity, and curiosity. With compassion and humor, I help adults, adolescents, couples, and families become more familiar with themselves and how they interact with the world, facilitating stronger connections and growth through insight.
I believe in the power of sharing our personal stories. If you are struggling with life transitions, anxiety, sadness, or general “stuckness,” I am here to support you on your journey. Creative Arts Therapy and Drama Therapy are expressive, experiential approaches to facilitating change. My practice is about building connections through self-expression, mindfulness, and counseling techniques. Through a holistic and creative approach to recovery, I work to help you uncover the spark that makes you feel inspired, flexible, and grounded in your life, relationships, and work. My goal is to create a space for you to process and heal.
I believe in the power of sharing our personal stories. If you are struggling with life transitions, anxiety, sadness, or general “stuckness,” I am here to support you on your journey. Creative Arts Therapy and Drama Therapy are expressive, experiential approaches to facilitating change. My practice is about building connections through self-expression, mindfulness, and counseling techniques. Through a holistic and creative approach to recovery, I work to help you uncover the spark that makes you feel inspired, flexible, and grounded in your life, relationships, and work. My goal is to create a space for you to process and heal.
I primarily work with adults and teens who struggle with anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, addiction, histories of abuse, childhood trauma and complex PTSD. I also work with couples and families and have specific training in relational trauma, complex family systems, and addiction-related dynamics. I help my clients identify patterns of overthinking, self-destruction, shame, negative self-talk and dysfunctional relational patterns that are challenging to identify and change. I aim to make therapy a safe space to create real change in both your internal and external world.
I primarily work with adults and teens who struggle with anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, addiction, histories of abuse, childhood trauma and complex PTSD. I also work with couples and families and have specific training in relational trauma, complex family systems, and addiction-related dynamics. I help my clients identify patterns of overthinking, self-destruction, shame, negative self-talk and dysfunctional relational patterns that are challenging to identify and change. I aim to make therapy a safe space to create real change in both your internal and external world.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I help children, adults, couples and families work through interpersonal issues, parenting challenges, transitional stages, and adjusting to big life events, while working to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. My approach is warm, grounded, and rooted in a desire to attune to each client without judgment. I meet clients where they are and help move them toward healthier, happier lives. I use person-centered and strengths-based approaches, empowering clients to make effective changes and reach their therapeutic goals.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I help children, adults, couples and families work through interpersonal issues, parenting challenges, transitional stages, and adjusting to big life events, while working to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. My approach is warm, grounded, and rooted in a desire to attune to each client without judgment. I meet clients where they are and help move them toward healthier, happier lives. I use person-centered and strengths-based approaches, empowering clients to make effective changes and reach their therapeutic goals.
Currently accepting new clients, my name is Esperanza Applestein, I am a License marriage and family therapist with 25+ years of experience in the mental health field in California. Working with adults, couples and families. My mission is to provide therapy to assist individuals in achieving emotional balance. My practice is focused on working on relationship issues, improving communication, parenting, depression and anxiety, trauma and complex trauma.
Currently accepting new clients, my name is Esperanza Applestein, I am a License marriage and family therapist with 25+ years of experience in the mental health field in California. Working with adults, couples and families. My mission is to provide therapy to assist individuals in achieving emotional balance. My practice is focused on working on relationship issues, improving communication, parenting, depression and anxiety, trauma and complex trauma.
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I'm a compassionate therapist, who treats a wide variety of issues
that affect your growth, functioning and relationships; each client is unique. I employ an eclectic approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a framework. Together we will work to collaboratively set goals, and then look at ways your thoughts and actions effect your feelings and behaviors. My office provides a safe, comfortable environment in which to help you develop the skills necessary to achieve independence and empowerment.
Are you feeling anxious or sad?
Are you experiencing conflict with family members?
Do you wish you could increase your self-esteem?
I'm a compassionate therapist, who treats a wide variety of issues
that affect your growth, functioning and relationships; each client is unique. I employ an eclectic approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a framework. Together we will work to collaboratively set goals, and then look at ways your thoughts and actions effect your feelings and behaviors. My office provides a safe, comfortable environment in which to help you develop the skills necessary to achieve independence and empowerment.
Sliding scale available for eligible clients.
My expertise is in healing the wounds of Sexual Trauma. My typical clients experience difficulty in intimate relationships, deep shame, nightmares, flashbacks, anxiety, panic, and painful memories that they try to push away. My priority is to provide a safe, nurturing relationship with my clients to help calm the nervous system, and establish deep trust and connection. Working with complex PTSD is a delicate process to be experienced in a solid therapeutic relationship. I work with individuals, couples and families with traumatic backgrounds.
Sliding scale available for eligible clients.
My expertise is in healing the wounds of Sexual Trauma. My typical clients experience difficulty in intimate relationships, deep shame, nightmares, flashbacks, anxiety, panic, and painful memories that they try to push away. My priority is to provide a safe, nurturing relationship with my clients to help calm the nervous system, and establish deep trust and connection. Working with complex PTSD is a delicate process to be experienced in a solid therapeutic relationship. I work with individuals, couples and families with traumatic backgrounds.
Each of us walks a hard road. We meet challenges — in the world and in ourselves — and face them as well as can. We carry pain, often invisibly. We press on in spite of the doubt we feel about ourselves, our relationships, or our place in this universe.
The way I see it, none of us are meant to do all of this alone.
My approach to therapy — and to life — is curious and reflective, rooted in cultural humility and radical acceptance. I want to know who you are, and I want you to know that it’s okay to show me.
Each of us walks a hard road. We meet challenges — in the world and in ourselves — and face them as well as can. We carry pain, often invisibly. We press on in spite of the doubt we feel about ourselves, our relationships, or our place in this universe.
The way I see it, none of us are meant to do all of this alone.
My approach to therapy — and to life — is curious and reflective, rooted in cultural humility and radical acceptance. I want to know who you are, and I want you to know that it’s okay to show me.
I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
Hi, I’m Zoe. I’m a trauma-informed, relational therapist who helps clients understand themselves more deeply, heal old wounds, and build healthier, more authentic relationships with themselves and others. My style is warm, grounding, and collaborative — a space where you can slow down, feel understood, be yourself, and explore what’s been shaping your patterns, emotions, and relationships. Whether you’re feeling stressed, anxious, or navigating big life changes, you don’t have to face it alone. Whatever it is that's bringing you here, welcome. You are in the right place.
I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
Hi, I’m Zoe. I’m a trauma-informed, relational therapist who helps clients understand themselves more deeply, heal old wounds, and build healthier, more authentic relationships with themselves and others. My style is warm, grounding, and collaborative — a space where you can slow down, feel understood, be yourself, and explore what’s been shaping your patterns, emotions, and relationships. Whether you’re feeling stressed, anxious, or navigating big life changes, you don’t have to face it alone. Whatever it is that's bringing you here, welcome. You are in the right place.
I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) with experience working with children, teens, and families in private practice, school settings, and community mental health. I earned my Masters of Social Work from USC. Prior to that, I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from University of Wisconsin-Madison. I utilize attachment theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness. In my work with children and teens, I believe in incorporating the family system in order to create enduring change.
I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) with experience working with children, teens, and families in private practice, school settings, and community mental health. I earned my Masters of Social Work from USC. Prior to that, I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from University of Wisconsin-Madison. I utilize attachment theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness. In my work with children and teens, I believe in incorporating the family system in order to create enduring change.
I am available to meet both in person in my office, as well as on a secure online platform for virtual sessions.
I work with highly motivated adults utilizing evidenced based therapy with a special attention to mindfulness. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space to provide support to you as we explore better ways of coping, strategies to manage stress, and improve communication. Through reflection we are able to set goals and problem solve together as we increase insight and awareness of your experience. Together we can work to find an improved life balance, satisfaction and greater sense of well-being.
I am available to meet both in person in my office, as well as on a secure online platform for virtual sessions.
I work with highly motivated adults utilizing evidenced based therapy with a special attention to mindfulness. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space to provide support to you as we explore better ways of coping, strategies to manage stress, and improve communication. Through reflection we are able to set goals and problem solve together as we increase insight and awareness of your experience. Together we can work to find an improved life balance, satisfaction and greater sense of well-being.
My ideal client is someone navigating life transitions, anxiety, trauma, or grief and seeking support to heal and grow. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained, needing a safe space to process their experiences. Their goal is to build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and gain clarity in their personal or professional life. Whether they are an individual managing stress, a caregiver facing burnout, or someone exploring their identity, they are ready to invest in their mental health and create meaningful change.
My ideal client is someone navigating life transitions, anxiety, trauma, or grief and seeking support to heal and grow. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained, needing a safe space to process their experiences. Their goal is to build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and gain clarity in their personal or professional life. Whether they are an individual managing stress, a caregiver facing burnout, or someone exploring their identity, they are ready to invest in their mental health and create meaningful change.
Ideally, this process involves the development of insight into how one experiences blocks or challenges in the world outside our selves – in relationships, work, academics, or creative pursuits. In my opinion, any successful therapy relationship must first begin with an atmosphere of safety, trust, and mutual understanding of the challenges that lay ahead. Using this as a starting point, I view therapy as an opportunity for my clients to safely explore the self, which involves taking a closer, more intimate look at how one's experience of self impacts and is impacted by the world in which one lives.
Ideally, this process involves the development of insight into how one experiences blocks or challenges in the world outside our selves – in relationships, work, academics, or creative pursuits. In my opinion, any successful therapy relationship must first begin with an atmosphere of safety, trust, and mutual understanding of the challenges that lay ahead. Using this as a starting point, I view therapy as an opportunity for my clients to safely explore the self, which involves taking a closer, more intimate look at how one's experience of self impacts and is impacted by the world in which one lives.
As an African American, I understand the importance of representation in mental health. Access to providers who share your cultural background can be crucial for motivation and change. Whether addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, or cultural issues, my flexible, empathetic style allows me to meet clients where they are. Sometimes, we just need help getting back on track. With over 15 years of experience as a social worker, I’ve treated individuals and families from all walks of life in various mental health settings.
As an African American, I understand the importance of representation in mental health. Access to providers who share your cultural background can be crucial for motivation and change. Whether addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, or cultural issues, my flexible, empathetic style allows me to meet clients where they are. Sometimes, we just need help getting back on track. With over 15 years of experience as a social worker, I’ve treated individuals and families from all walks of life in various mental health settings.
Life can be tough. And, it can always be better.
I believe psychotherapy is an amazing tool in identifying and removing the obstacles to wonderful relationships - with self, with career, and others. I utilize my training as a therapist as well as my eleven years as corporate recruiter to assist individuals and couples to articulate and then create more fulfilling lives.
If depression, anxiety, fear, addiction or any other issue is standing in the way of the life you would like to be living, please know there is help.
Life can be tough. And, it can always be better.
I believe psychotherapy is an amazing tool in identifying and removing the obstacles to wonderful relationships - with self, with career, and others. I utilize my training as a therapist as well as my eleven years as corporate recruiter to assist individuals and couples to articulate and then create more fulfilling lives.
If depression, anxiety, fear, addiction or any other issue is standing in the way of the life you would like to be living, please know there is help.
I offer flexible teletherapy hours Monday-Friday, with some evening and weekend availability.
If your goal is to overcome the negative effects of trauma on your life and relationships, I may be the therapist for you. One of my greatest joys as a therapist is working with members of diverse communities to be the best version of themselves. I believe that we can best heal and grow through emotional intelligence, self-mastery, and understanding of how our cultural background and life circumstances have impacted our life outlook. I have helped many people over the years establish a stronger sense of self-esteem and life direction.
I offer flexible teletherapy hours Monday-Friday, with some evening and weekend availability.
If your goal is to overcome the negative effects of trauma on your life and relationships, I may be the therapist for you. One of my greatest joys as a therapist is working with members of diverse communities to be the best version of themselves. I believe that we can best heal and grow through emotional intelligence, self-mastery, and understanding of how our cultural background and life circumstances have impacted our life outlook. I have helped many people over the years establish a stronger sense of self-esteem and life direction.
I have been in private practice since 1986, over 30 years. My specialty is helping individuals who suffer from the whole spectrum of anxiety disorders. Any therapist "worth their salt" is one who has been tested by fire and has lived through a transformative experience so that they can truly share their wisdom with others. When I speak about anxiety to a client, I've been there. I am an expert on anxiety, fear, phobias, and panic.
I have been in private practice since 1986, over 30 years. My specialty is helping individuals who suffer from the whole spectrum of anxiety disorders. Any therapist "worth their salt" is one who has been tested by fire and has lived through a transformative experience so that they can truly share their wisdom with others. When I speak about anxiety to a client, I've been there. I am an expert on anxiety, fear, phobias, and panic.
My availability is flexible and I am willing to work together to find a time and frequency that will work the best for your schedule.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with teens, adults, parent support, and the elderly. I have lived both in the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles and understand the insistence to perform. I work from a culturally sensitive lens, tailored to each individual client applying evidence based practices (e.g. CBT and DBT) and exploratory techniques (e.g. Art Therapy) to challenge and create coping skills. If you seek autonomy in your life, confidence in your decision making, the validity of your emotional experience, and the confidence and bravery to understand yourself, we will be a great fit.
My availability is flexible and I am willing to work together to find a time and frequency that will work the best for your schedule.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with teens, adults, parent support, and the elderly. I have lived both in the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles and understand the insistence to perform. I work from a culturally sensitive lens, tailored to each individual client applying evidence based practices (e.g. CBT and DBT) and exploratory techniques (e.g. Art Therapy) to challenge and create coping skills. If you seek autonomy in your life, confidence in your decision making, the validity of your emotional experience, and the confidence and bravery to understand yourself, we will be a great fit.
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Wait times for therapists in the US vary widely depending on where you live. In major cities, the wait can range from a few days to several weeks. In rural or underserved areas, it is not uncommon to wait several months. Wait times can also vary depending on the type of therapist you are looking for. In general, master's level therapists like licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) and licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) tend to be more widely available than psychologists, who hold a doctoral degree. Availability can also differ depending on the specialty you are looking for; therapists who specialize in areas like trauma, eating disorders, or child therapy tend to have longer wait times because there are fewer of them relative to the demand for their specific expertise.
What are my options if no therapists near me are accepting new patients right now?
If you are having difficulty finding a local therapist with availability, there are a few steps you can take. First, consider expanding your search to include online therapy, not just providers in your immediate geographic location. Online therapy has made it possible to see a licensed therapist in your state without needing to travel, and in many cases online providers have shorter wait times than local in-person practices. Second, your primary care doctor can be a helpful bridge while you wait. They can conduct an initial evaluation, provide referrals that may help move the process along, and in some cases connect you with other mental health resources in your area. Third, if your symptoms feel urgent, community mental health centers are designed to serve people regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and they often have more flexibility for both crisis care and follow-up appointments than private practices do.