Codependency Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
I deeply believe in the healing process and an individual's innate capacity for transformation. With over a decade of experience working as a clinical therapist, I believe it's not about working harder but working smarter. Our primary goal is to identify the blocks (namely old patterns/habits, limiting beliefs, patterns of avoidance, etc.) that interfere with your brain and body's natural state of well-being. This can show up as addictions, chronic pain, anxiety, or depression. Whatever you're struggling with right now, your system desires its natural state of equilibrium and will guide us towards healing.
I deeply believe in the healing process and an individual's innate capacity for transformation. With over a decade of experience working as a clinical therapist, I believe it's not about working harder but working smarter. Our primary goal is to identify the blocks (namely old patterns/habits, limiting beliefs, patterns of avoidance, etc.) that interfere with your brain and body's natural state of well-being. This can show up as addictions, chronic pain, anxiety, or depression. Whatever you're struggling with right now, your system desires its natural state of equilibrium and will guide us towards healing.
I help helpers and creative humans identify and overcome the barriers keeping them stuck or burnt out. Im a holistic, straight-forward, social science-informed therapist, working from a 'whole person' level - able to meet you where you're at while supporting your re-alignment to your preferred Self. We'll identify & disentangle you from the bullshit stories, the toxic narratives, and the other internalized baggage that keeps you from being your truest, best Self.
I help helpers and creative humans identify and overcome the barriers keeping them stuck or burnt out. Im a holistic, straight-forward, social science-informed therapist, working from a 'whole person' level - able to meet you where you're at while supporting your re-alignment to your preferred Self. We'll identify & disentangle you from the bullshit stories, the toxic narratives, and the other internalized baggage that keeps you from being your truest, best Self.
Love Thyself Social Services Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
For over 18 years, Love Thyself Social Services Inc. has served the minority community through community outreach by providing the necessity of support to those who are neglected, underserved, and in need of psychosocial healing. By working to eliminate psychosocial barriers and support healing, we eagerly strive toward timely intervention for both the individual and family. We help individuals and families of all ethnicities and background to achieve mental stability and awareness of self. Now serving Teens, Couples, Individuals, Families. Always addressing the client from a whole health approach.
For over 18 years, Love Thyself Social Services Inc. has served the minority community through community outreach by providing the necessity of support to those who are neglected, underserved, and in need of psychosocial healing. By working to eliminate psychosocial barriers and support healing, we eagerly strive toward timely intervention for both the individual and family. We help individuals and families of all ethnicities and background to achieve mental stability and awareness of self. Now serving Teens, Couples, Individuals, Families. Always addressing the client from a whole health approach.
I’m Matt, and I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a therapist who believes that real healing happens when you can show up as your authentic self — messy, uncertain, and all. My approach is grounded in compassion and genuine connection, creating a space where you feel truly seen, supported, and understood as you work toward growth and self-discovery.
I’m Matt, and I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a therapist who believes that real healing happens when you can show up as your authentic self — messy, uncertain, and all. My approach is grounded in compassion and genuine connection, creating a space where you feel truly seen, supported, and understood as you work toward growth and self-discovery.
If you’re carrying the weight of family challenges, trauma, grief, or addiction, you deserve a space where your story is heard with care and without judgment. I help individuals who feel overwhelmed, triggered, or stuck in survival mode find safety, clarity, and relief as they move forward in life with self-compassion.
If you’re carrying the weight of family challenges, trauma, grief, or addiction, you deserve a space where your story is heard with care and without judgment. I help individuals who feel overwhelmed, triggered, or stuck in survival mode find safety, clarity, and relief as they move forward in life with self-compassion.
Marla P Gentile
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LCMHCS, LCAS, LMHC, PMH-C
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Specialties include anxiety, trauma, grief, codependency and perinatal issues.
I have years of experience working with adult clients with symptoms related to anxiety, panic and trauma and I am trauma informed. I use behavioral and experiential techniques. I also enjoy working with clients in addiction recovery and I am certified in perinatal counseling.
Specialties include anxiety, trauma, grief, codependency and perinatal issues.
I have years of experience working with adult clients with symptoms related to anxiety, panic and trauma and I am trauma informed. I use behavioral and experiential techniques. I also enjoy working with clients in addiction recovery and I am certified in perinatal counseling.
My goal is to help you change and create the life you desire. In my practice with individuals, couples and families, I'll work together with you to identify the problem and work towards the solution. By applying creative therapeutic approaches and techniques, we'll discover unhelpful behavior patterns or negative thoughts that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I am able to integrate powerful techniques in treating couples. I completed Levels 1&2 Gottman training in assessment and intervention with couples.
My goal is to help you change and create the life you desire. In my practice with individuals, couples and families, I'll work together with you to identify the problem and work towards the solution. By applying creative therapeutic approaches and techniques, we'll discover unhelpful behavior patterns or negative thoughts that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I am able to integrate powerful techniques in treating couples. I completed Levels 1&2 Gottman training in assessment and intervention with couples.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help recognize “stinking thinking”. Giving you more control of your life through the implementation of coping skills and processing what has worked in the past and what we can change collaboratively. I may also glean from other therapeutic systems that may be appropriate.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help recognize “stinking thinking”. Giving you more control of your life through the implementation of coping skills and processing what has worked in the past and what we can change collaboratively. I may also glean from other therapeutic systems that may be appropriate.
We live in challenging times. I am here to help you if you are struggling with anxiety or depression, or navigating neurodiversity. I am here to help you find clarity and deepen connection and sense of empowerment. As a queer, neurodivergent and non-binary therapist, I aim to be a resource for my community. I also enjoy helping people from all walks of life navigate relationships, sex and intimacy. My methods include IFS and relational therapy. Overall, I want those I serve, to move away from feeling alienated and alone toward embodying their truth and living full, rich, meaningful lives.
We live in challenging times. I am here to help you if you are struggling with anxiety or depression, or navigating neurodiversity. I am here to help you find clarity and deepen connection and sense of empowerment. As a queer, neurodivergent and non-binary therapist, I aim to be a resource for my community. I also enjoy helping people from all walks of life navigate relationships, sex and intimacy. My methods include IFS and relational therapy. Overall, I want those I serve, to move away from feeling alienated and alone toward embodying their truth and living full, rich, meaningful lives.
I am a LGBT-affirmative ally. Licensed in California and Colorado. I work with those dealing with boundaries, shame, guilt, self-worth, self-regulation, trauma, family and relationship issues. If you were not taught to organize your thoughts and feelings while growing up, figuring it out on your own can be daunting. It is not too late to learn and strengthen these skills. Let’s figure it out together! Please reach out via email (best), text or voicemail as I typically respond within 24 hours by including a brief summary of your reason for therapy, when you would like to start & preferred weekly session time.
I am a LGBT-affirmative ally. Licensed in California and Colorado. I work with those dealing with boundaries, shame, guilt, self-worth, self-regulation, trauma, family and relationship issues. If you were not taught to organize your thoughts and feelings while growing up, figuring it out on your own can be daunting. It is not too late to learn and strengthen these skills. Let’s figure it out together! Please reach out via email (best), text or voicemail as I typically respond within 24 hours by including a brief summary of your reason for therapy, when you would like to start & preferred weekly session time.
I have a passion for working with individuals and couples to reduce codependency, make space for real communication, tolerance, and adult love.
Love requires care. Maybe you need help having hard or awkward conversations about sex, equitable partnerships, money or deepening connection and intimacy? Perhaps you are struggling to move past infidelity, resolve past resentments, or dissolve your marriage? My therapeutic approach is rooted in your personal growth, allowing the authentic self to safely emerge in connection with others. You can grow into a less reactive, defensive, or avoidant person. Relationship therapy can help you feel seen, let go of expectations, repair past hurt, enjoy more satisfying sex, and find real partnership.
I have a passion for working with individuals and couples to reduce codependency, make space for real communication, tolerance, and adult love.
Love requires care. Maybe you need help having hard or awkward conversations about sex, equitable partnerships, money or deepening connection and intimacy? Perhaps you are struggling to move past infidelity, resolve past resentments, or dissolve your marriage? My therapeutic approach is rooted in your personal growth, allowing the authentic self to safely emerge in connection with others. You can grow into a less reactive, defensive, or avoidant person. Relationship therapy can help you feel seen, let go of expectations, repair past hurt, enjoy more satisfying sex, and find real partnership.
I am passionate about the power of connection. With love and understanding we can finally relax, which provides the ground for growth and healing. I foster my own personal growth with meditation and spiritual practices in order to continue the journey of understanding self and being awake in the world. I integrate psychoanalytic theory, queer theory, postmodern and Buddhist perspectives into my work, as well as working with psychedelics. I am honored to work with all gender and sexual identities, and am passionate about working with couples.
I am passionate about the power of connection. With love and understanding we can finally relax, which provides the ground for growth and healing. I foster my own personal growth with meditation and spiritual practices in order to continue the journey of understanding self and being awake in the world. I integrate psychoanalytic theory, queer theory, postmodern and Buddhist perspectives into my work, as well as working with psychedelics. I am honored to work with all gender and sexual identities, and am passionate about working with couples.
Hello, I'm Sonia Torres, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I believe we are all resilient beings and I am passionate about supporting my clients through their healing journey with compassion and encouragement. I provide client-centered, strength-based, and culturally affirming mental health services, through a trauma-informed approach. I practice from a psychodynamic perspective, integrating short and long-term therapy skills to help you reach your mental health goals.
Hello, I'm Sonia Torres, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I believe we are all resilient beings and I am passionate about supporting my clients through their healing journey with compassion and encouragement. I provide client-centered, strength-based, and culturally affirming mental health services, through a trauma-informed approach. I practice from a psychodynamic perspective, integrating short and long-term therapy skills to help you reach your mental health goals.
Simply beginning the process of finding a therapist can feel overwhelming. I encourage you to take your time and trust your instincts. What I can share is that through my work with clients and my own personal journey in therapy, I have seen firsthand the transformative power that the therapeutic relationship offers.
I create a space that is safe, affirming and judgment-free, where you can deepen your understanding of what's been holding you back—and what might be possible. Together, we'll explore self-discovery, personal growth, and healing through compassion and curiosity.
Simply beginning the process of finding a therapist can feel overwhelming. I encourage you to take your time and trust your instincts. What I can share is that through my work with clients and my own personal journey in therapy, I have seen firsthand the transformative power that the therapeutic relationship offers.
I create a space that is safe, affirming and judgment-free, where you can deepen your understanding of what's been holding you back—and what might be possible. Together, we'll explore self-discovery, personal growth, and healing through compassion and curiosity.
Specifically, those recovering from codependency, narcissistic abuse, religious groups, drug and alcohol abuse, and wrongful termination.
I strive to help people become their own authority, which may have been compromised by unhealthy relationships, substance abuse, depression, and anxiety. I focus on the individual's relationship with themselves, fostering an understanding and compassion towards personal strengths and vulnerabilities. I believe it is imperative to address underlying issues with out judgment or shame, so that we can heal parts of the self that are no longer serving us. My clinical training is in psychodynamic therapy, and I tend to gravitate towards an attachment based and humanistic approach.
Specifically, those recovering from codependency, narcissistic abuse, religious groups, drug and alcohol abuse, and wrongful termination.
I strive to help people become their own authority, which may have been compromised by unhealthy relationships, substance abuse, depression, and anxiety. I focus on the individual's relationship with themselves, fostering an understanding and compassion towards personal strengths and vulnerabilities. I believe it is imperative to address underlying issues with out judgment or shame, so that we can heal parts of the self that are no longer serving us. My clinical training is in psychodynamic therapy, and I tend to gravitate towards an attachment based and humanistic approach.
I'll make you happy you chose therapy! I'm passionate about helping people develop the self-assurance and skills they need to take positive control of their lives. I address not only day-to-day struggles but the feelings, beliefs, and expectations that formed them. I believe this is the key to bringing about positive, lasting change.
I'll make you happy you chose therapy! I'm passionate about helping people develop the self-assurance and skills they need to take positive control of their lives. I address not only day-to-day struggles but the feelings, beliefs, and expectations that formed them. I believe this is the key to bringing about positive, lasting change.
I see myself as a guide in your journey to self knowledge. My job is not to fix you but to help you find the resources within yourself and out there to help you maximize your potential. I tend to be very interactive, and goal directed; we work together to see if you are meeting your goals, and if not, why not. My orientation is a "YOU" centered one, where I may use any number of techniques including EMDR for trauma, Transactional Analysis for understanding your communication style, assertiveness training, and movement therapy to further the mind body connection.
I see myself as a guide in your journey to self knowledge. My job is not to fix you but to help you find the resources within yourself and out there to help you maximize your potential. I tend to be very interactive, and goal directed; we work together to see if you are meeting your goals, and if not, why not. My orientation is a "YOU" centered one, where I may use any number of techniques including EMDR for trauma, Transactional Analysis for understanding your communication style, assertiveness training, and movement therapy to further the mind body connection.
Hi, I’m Leona Esmaeily-Aimua, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a master’s degree from California Baptist University. I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, panic, trauma, depression, OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, and relationship challenges.
Opening up about your struggles can feel overwhelming, especially if you come from a culture or family where emotions weren’t openly discussed. My goal is to make therapy a safe and supportive space where you can finally speak freely, feel heard, and begin to heal.
Hi, I’m Leona Esmaeily-Aimua, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a master’s degree from California Baptist University. I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate anxiety, panic, trauma, depression, OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, and relationship challenges.
Opening up about your struggles can feel overwhelming, especially if you come from a culture or family where emotions weren’t openly discussed. My goal is to make therapy a safe and supportive space where you can finally speak freely, feel heard, and begin to heal.
I provide a safe, supportive space to explore thoughts, emotions, and life challenges. I have experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, anger management, and more. I believe in treating every person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion while working toward meaningful growth.
I provide a safe, supportive space to explore thoughts, emotions, and life challenges. I have experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, anger management, and more. I believe in treating every person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion while working toward meaningful growth.
I specialize in treating PTSD, Childhood Attachment Trauma, Codependency & narcissistic, abuse recovery.
You've had regular talk therapy for years, but you did not get the results that you needed. As a Certified EMDR therapist, I will help you rewire your nervous system & move from survival mode (fight-flight-freeze-fawn) to a productive mode (emotional regulation, critical thinking, decision making, being creative), thus leading the life that you desire. This evidenced based modality heals attachment traumas which are the roots of current symptoms. I am also trained in Inner-Child Work, Internal Family systems (IFS), Parts Work. I utilize Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) for nervous system regulation.
I specialize in treating PTSD, Childhood Attachment Trauma, Codependency & narcissistic, abuse recovery.
You've had regular talk therapy for years, but you did not get the results that you needed. As a Certified EMDR therapist, I will help you rewire your nervous system & move from survival mode (fight-flight-freeze-fawn) to a productive mode (emotional regulation, critical thinking, decision making, being creative), thus leading the life that you desire. This evidenced based modality heals attachment traumas which are the roots of current symptoms. I am also trained in Inner-Child Work, Internal Family systems (IFS), Parts Work. I utilize Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) for nervous system regulation.
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Codependency Therapists
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.
What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.
How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.
What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.