Couples Counseling Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
I specialize in working with people of color, LGBTQ+ folx, trauma survivors, and those in non-monogamous, polyamorous or alternative relationship structures.
I’m an EMDR therapist, which means I can support you in working through the tough stuff that’s keeping you stuck—from big traumas to the quiet, ongoing stressors that chip away at your well-being. I’m also Gottman trained and work with couples looking to reconnect, repair, or reimagine how they relate.
I specialize in working with people of color, LGBTQ+ folx, trauma survivors, and those in non-monogamous, polyamorous or alternative relationship structures.
I’m an EMDR therapist, which means I can support you in working through the tough stuff that’s keeping you stuck—from big traumas to the quiet, ongoing stressors that chip away at your well-being. I’m also Gottman trained and work with couples looking to reconnect, repair, or reimagine how they relate.
My therapeutic style is rooted in the belief that the therapeutic relationship is paramount.
Are you a teen or young adult feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—and not sure where to turn?
You're not alone, and you don’t have to navigate it all by yourself.
I take a holistic approach, acknowledging that our lives are interconnected and multifaceted. By exploring all aspects of a client's life—emotional, relational, and environmental—we can gain deeper insights and facilitate meaningful change. I am particularly drawn to integrating attachment theory and inner child work into my practice, as I find these approaches profoundly impactful in understanding patterns of behavior and fostering healing.
My therapeutic style is rooted in the belief that the therapeutic relationship is paramount.
Are you a teen or young adult feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—and not sure where to turn?
You're not alone, and you don’t have to navigate it all by yourself.
I take a holistic approach, acknowledging that our lives are interconnected and multifaceted. By exploring all aspects of a client's life—emotional, relational, and environmental—we can gain deeper insights and facilitate meaningful change. I am particularly drawn to integrating attachment theory and inner child work into my practice, as I find these approaches profoundly impactful in understanding patterns of behavior and fostering healing.
Together, we will cultivate self-compassion and inner peace, strengthen your relationship with yourself, and reclaim your sense of purpose and joy.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by intense emotions (your own or others’), the constant unspoken pressure to be who others expect you to be, or the loud noise of daily life? You may be a highly sensitive person (HSP). Sensitivity can feel like both a gift and a burden—allowing you to notice depth and nuance others miss, while leaving you overstimulated or emotionally drained. Whether you're a teen, young adult, or adult, I offer a space where your sensitivity is not just accepted, but deeply valued. As a fellow HSP, I help clients turn their sensitivity into a powerful, grounding source of insight, connection, and self-trust.
Together, we will cultivate self-compassion and inner peace, strengthen your relationship with yourself, and reclaim your sense of purpose and joy.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by intense emotions (your own or others’), the constant unspoken pressure to be who others expect you to be, or the loud noise of daily life? You may be a highly sensitive person (HSP). Sensitivity can feel like both a gift and a burden—allowing you to notice depth and nuance others miss, while leaving you overstimulated or emotionally drained. Whether you're a teen, young adult, or adult, I offer a space where your sensitivity is not just accepted, but deeply valued. As a fellow HSP, I help clients turn their sensitivity into a powerful, grounding source of insight, connection, and self-trust.
The state of the world, isolation, relationship difficulties, or other challenges of day-to-day living may leave you feeling depleted, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed.
I use an embodied, relational perspective that looks at your unique context and life experiences. My areas of expertise include stress, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, career change, trauma, relationship challenges and family therapy. I am currently providing support via telehealth only and have weekday, weekend, and evening appointments available.
The state of the world, isolation, relationship difficulties, or other challenges of day-to-day living may leave you feeling depleted, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed.
I use an embodied, relational perspective that looks at your unique context and life experiences. My areas of expertise include stress, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, career change, trauma, relationship challenges and family therapy. I am currently providing support via telehealth only and have weekday, weekend, and evening appointments available.
I help individuals and couples to reconnect to that inner voice that guides you towards what you want, what you believe is right, and towards any healing that may need to be done.
No two people’s stories are the same so therefore my approach to our work is entirely unique to you, led by you. Whatever your individual reason for entering therapy is, you will be met with curiosity and commitment. We will integrate the wealth of information that Psychology has to offer about human behavior, and your personal beliefs to meet your goals.
I help individuals and couples to reconnect to that inner voice that guides you towards what you want, what you believe is right, and towards any healing that may need to be done.
No two people’s stories are the same so therefore my approach to our work is entirely unique to you, led by you. Whatever your individual reason for entering therapy is, you will be met with curiosity and commitment. We will integrate the wealth of information that Psychology has to offer about human behavior, and your personal beliefs to meet your goals.
I am trained in Levels 1 & 2 of Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Welcome to a space for growth, healing, and living your true authentic self, I'm glad you are here! Do you recognize a desire for change but feel overwhelmed by where to start? Are you seeking support in managing anxiety, navigating complex relationships, or finding greater confidence and self-worth? Are you ready to take that next step toward growth and healing? If you’re looking for a therapist who will walk alongside you, listen deeply, and support your goals, I invite you to reach out! You don’t have to face this alone — together, we can create a meaningful path forward, one step at a time.
I am trained in Levels 1 & 2 of Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Welcome to a space for growth, healing, and living your true authentic self, I'm glad you are here! Do you recognize a desire for change but feel overwhelmed by where to start? Are you seeking support in managing anxiety, navigating complex relationships, or finding greater confidence and self-worth? Are you ready to take that next step toward growth and healing? If you’re looking for a therapist who will walk alongside you, listen deeply, and support your goals, I invite you to reach out! You don’t have to face this alone — together, we can create a meaningful path forward, one step at a time.
Are you having difficulty navigating new conflicts in your family or relationship?
This is where therapy comes in. I am a relational therapist with antiracist and intersectional feminist values. As a multiracial person of color, I understand the complexity & centrality of identity. Therapy is a space where your perspectives, ideas, values, and motivations change. It is paramount that you feel seen and embraced for all of the parts of you.
Are you having difficulty navigating new conflicts in your family or relationship?
This is where therapy comes in. I am a relational therapist with antiracist and intersectional feminist values. As a multiracial person of color, I understand the complexity & centrality of identity. Therapy is a space where your perspectives, ideas, values, and motivations change. It is paramount that you feel seen and embraced for all of the parts of you.
I work with individuals and couples who are ready to explore meaningful change and reconnect with their authentic selves.
Clients who are drawn to my work often carry stories of trauma, grief, or transitions—and have a deep desire to feel more alive, more grounded, and more at peace. Together, we create space to slow down, get curious, and listen to what your body, mind, and heart are needing.
I work with individuals and couples who are ready to explore meaningful change and reconnect with their authentic selves.
Clients who are drawn to my work often carry stories of trauma, grief, or transitions—and have a deep desire to feel more alive, more grounded, and more at peace. Together, we create space to slow down, get curious, and listen to what your body, mind, and heart are needing.
Whether you're battling anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or exploring your identity, you're not alone.
As your therapist, I offer a tailored approach as unique as you are using modalities like CBT, DBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing among others. Whether you're managing anxiety, processing trauma, improving relationships, or seeking more joy, I'm here to support you and provide a compassionate space for exploration and growth.
Whether you're battling anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or exploring your identity, you're not alone.
As your therapist, I offer a tailored approach as unique as you are using modalities like CBT, DBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing among others. Whether you're managing anxiety, processing trauma, improving relationships, or seeking more joy, I'm here to support you and provide a compassionate space for exploration and growth.
I am a clinical psychologist with several years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples.
Often times, psychological pain is viewed as something that must be eradicated. I view psychological pain as a great guide in our understanding of your internal world. I have worked with individuals who have experienced trauma, eating disorders, acculturation issues, self-destructive behaviors, anxiety, depression, loss, identity issues, and life transitions.
I am a clinical psychologist with several years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples.
Often times, psychological pain is viewed as something that must be eradicated. I view psychological pain as a great guide in our understanding of your internal world. I have worked with individuals who have experienced trauma, eating disorders, acculturation issues, self-destructive behaviors, anxiety, depression, loss, identity issues, and life transitions.
Western culture teaches us to seek joy from sources outside of us, whereas thru spiritual wellness guidance we shift that focus inward, cultivating an unwavering relationship with yourself.
Qualifications - Masters in Spiritual Psychology; Masters in Transpersonal Studies; Masters in Human Development; PhD in Human and Organizational Systems; Additional Training - Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor
Western culture teaches us to seek joy from sources outside of us, whereas thru spiritual wellness guidance we shift that focus inward, cultivating an unwavering relationship with yourself.
Qualifications - Masters in Spiritual Psychology; Masters in Transpersonal Studies; Masters in Human Development; PhD in Human and Organizational Systems; Additional Training - Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor
The relationship between therapist and client facilitates gentle and foundational changes aiming to discard dysfunctional coping skills and to acquire healthier tools for living.
Trauma is a backpack we carry around daily, not realizing how hindering its weight is. I intend to create a space where clients feel comfortable setting down the backpack and examining what's within. My goal is to look at and honor each item inside and, ultimately, relieve some of that weight.
The relationship between therapist and client facilitates gentle and foundational changes aiming to discard dysfunctional coping skills and to acquire healthier tools for living.
Trauma is a backpack we carry around daily, not realizing how hindering its weight is. I intend to create a space where clients feel comfortable setting down the backpack and examining what's within. My goal is to look at and honor each item inside and, ultimately, relieve some of that weight.
I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate space where individuals and couples can explore their concerns and work through life’s difficulties.
With a focus on anxiety, OCD, personality challenges, and relationship issues, my approach blends radical genuineness, humor, and empathy to help you identify the patterns that no longer serve you. I integrate behavioral therapies and psychodynamic techniques to support you in making lasting change and living a more fulfilling life.
I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate space where individuals and couples can explore their concerns and work through life’s difficulties.
With a focus on anxiety, OCD, personality challenges, and relationship issues, my approach blends radical genuineness, humor, and empathy to help you identify the patterns that no longer serve you. I integrate behavioral therapies and psychodynamic techniques to support you in making lasting change and living a more fulfilling life.
With experience in both public and private health organizations, I specialize in Feedback Informed Care, Mindfulness Therapies, ACT, DBT, and Couples Therapy.
I specialized in Feedback Informed Care, Mindfulness Therapies, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Couples Therapy.
With experience in both public and private health organizations, I specialize in Feedback Informed Care, Mindfulness Therapies, ACT, DBT, and Couples Therapy.
I specialized in Feedback Informed Care, Mindfulness Therapies, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Couples Therapy.
I specialize in helping individuals work through anxiety, relationship issues, substance use issues, and self-esteem challenges.
Through therapy, we can work together to develop a deeper sense of self, and work towards your desired goals. Relationship issues, anxiety, and many other issues often have their roots from wounds resulting from trauma.
I specialize in helping individuals work through anxiety, relationship issues, substance use issues, and self-esteem challenges.
Through therapy, we can work together to develop a deeper sense of self, and work towards your desired goals. Relationship issues, anxiety, and many other issues often have their roots from wounds resulting from trauma.
I'm a licensed MFT in practice since 2008. I am fully trained in EMDR; I obtained EFT Externship certification for couple therapy; I also received DBT and CBT training for anxiety at BECK Institute. I'm familiar with intercultural issues affecting mental health. I have treated individuals and couples from many different backgrounds. I'm fluent in Taiwanese, Mandarin, and English.
I'm a licensed MFT in practice since 2008. I am fully trained in EMDR; I obtained EFT Externship certification for couple therapy; I also received DBT and CBT training for anxiety at BECK Institute. I'm familiar with intercultural issues affecting mental health. I have treated individuals and couples from many different backgrounds. I'm fluent in Taiwanese, Mandarin, and English.
My areas of expertise include PTSD + complex trauma, grief, relationships (whether it's the relationship you have with yourself or with the people in your orbit), intimate partner violence and individuals with foster/adoption history.
Do you ever feel like you're constantly bracing for something to go wrong - even when things seem fine on the surface? Or like you're stuck in patterns that you can't explain but feel impossible to break? If you've found your way here, it's likely because you're carrying a burden that's become too heavy to bear alone. Trauma, grief, and attachment wounds are not just about the past - it shows up in your body, in relationships and shapes the lens in which you view the world. Here, you'll find a safe space to untangle the complexities of your experiences so that you can focus on rebuilding the sense of control and peace you deserve.
My areas of expertise include PTSD + complex trauma, grief, relationships (whether it's the relationship you have with yourself or with the people in your orbit), intimate partner violence and individuals with foster/adoption history.
Do you ever feel like you're constantly bracing for something to go wrong - even when things seem fine on the surface? Or like you're stuck in patterns that you can't explain but feel impossible to break? If you've found your way here, it's likely because you're carrying a burden that's become too heavy to bear alone. Trauma, grief, and attachment wounds are not just about the past - it shows up in your body, in relationships and shapes the lens in which you view the world. Here, you'll find a safe space to untangle the complexities of your experiences so that you can focus on rebuilding the sense of control and peace you deserve.
I provide support and guidance to individuals and couples dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression and grief as well as the stresses that can arise from relationships, career, parenting, fertility, aging and identity.
Therapy can be a powerful tool to bring understanding and change to the unhealthy, repetitive patterns in our lives. I use an active, collaborative approach, integrating contemporary psychodynamic, humanistic and cognitive-behavioral models. I draw on my experience working with diverse populations including new mothers, couples, children, and those suffering from acute grief.
I provide support and guidance to individuals and couples dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression and grief as well as the stresses that can arise from relationships, career, parenting, fertility, aging and identity.
Therapy can be a powerful tool to bring understanding and change to the unhealthy, repetitive patterns in our lives. I use an active, collaborative approach, integrating contemporary psychodynamic, humanistic and cognitive-behavioral models. I draw on my experience working with diverse populations including new mothers, couples, children, and those suffering from acute grief.
The relationship that you and I co-create is full of interpersonal information that we can use to change recurring patterns that are painful or self-defeating.
In my experience, psychotherapy can be a home for the doubts, questions, and dreams that may otherwise be relegated to the shadows. I see my role as an empathic companion as a well as an active guide who creates a safe base from which to walk on paths less trodden. The people that I work with often start this process with the sense that something is "off" or the fear that they are either "too much" or "not enough." And along the way, they gain clarity and compassion.
The relationship that you and I co-create is full of interpersonal information that we can use to change recurring patterns that are painful or self-defeating.
In my experience, psychotherapy can be a home for the doubts, questions, and dreams that may otherwise be relegated to the shadows. I see my role as an empathic companion as a well as an active guide who creates a safe base from which to walk on paths less trodden. The people that I work with often start this process with the sense that something is "off" or the fear that they are either "too much" or "not enough." And along the way, they gain clarity and compassion.
I specialize in Inner Child and Parts Work, Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM), somatic based therapy & Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (Advanced Attachment Based Couples Therapy)
Attachment Focused-EMDR safely, yet rapidly moves us through traumas & help achieve symptom reduction & re-integration of our mind & body. It applies to emotional distress, anxiety, addictions, trauma bonding, feeling stuck, negative relationship patterns, breakups, creative blocks, surviving wars, sexual abuse, assaults & natural disasters.
I specialize in Inner Child and Parts Work, Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM), somatic based therapy & Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (Advanced Attachment Based Couples Therapy)
Attachment Focused-EMDR safely, yet rapidly moves us through traumas & help achieve symptom reduction & re-integration of our mind & body. It applies to emotional distress, anxiety, addictions, trauma bonding, feeling stuck, negative relationship patterns, breakups, creative blocks, surviving wars, sexual abuse, assaults & natural disasters.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.