Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Are you finding yourself repeatedly pulled into relationships that feel unclear, one-sided, or emotionally draining? You may be dealing with partners who shut down during conflict, avoid accountability, or keep things ambiguous—leaving you overthinking, waiting, or carrying more of the emotional load. Many gay men I work with are navigating open or non-traditional relationship structures and want practical tools to set clearer boundaries, disengage from unhealthy dynamics, and build relationships that feel more stable, reciprocal, and self-respecting.
Are you finding yourself repeatedly pulled into relationships that feel unclear, one-sided, or emotionally draining? You may be dealing with partners who shut down during conflict, avoid accountability, or keep things ambiguous—leaving you overthinking, waiting, or carrying more of the emotional load. Many gay men I work with are navigating open or non-traditional relationship structures and want practical tools to set clearer boundaries, disengage from unhealthy dynamics, and build relationships that feel more stable, reciprocal, and self-respecting.
Through talk therapy, somatic practices and mindfulness, we can identify the places where you may feel stuck, and work on removing the obstacles that stand in your way.
In addition to extensive experience working with individuals in creative fields on a variety of issues, one of my specialties includes working with couples and parents. I also specialize in working with people impacted by cancer, whether you are facing a diagnosis or a loved one offering support.
Through talk therapy, somatic practices and mindfulness, we can identify the places where you may feel stuck, and work on removing the obstacles that stand in your way.
In addition to extensive experience working with individuals in creative fields on a variety of issues, one of my specialties includes working with couples and parents. I also specialize in working with people impacted by cancer, whether you are facing a diagnosis or a loved one offering support.
Erin Hannah Fein
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, BAAS
8 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90010
I also integrate many years of experience in mindfulness practices, my passion for cognitive neuroscience as well as Narrative and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
A simple yet profound piece of wisdom I have learned is that we can't truly heal alone. It is a great honor for me to walk alongside those who feel they have lost their connection to joy only to discover, that with the right kind of support, the vibrant and resilient person inside was never really gone. The support I will provide for you integrates a multi-faceted approach to therapy. You will learn why our brains function the way they do and gain a deep understanding of our nervous system. We will gently explore your past and in the process uncover fundamental information about how it affects who you are today.
I also integrate many years of experience in mindfulness practices, my passion for cognitive neuroscience as well as Narrative and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
A simple yet profound piece of wisdom I have learned is that we can't truly heal alone. It is a great honor for me to walk alongside those who feel they have lost their connection to joy only to discover, that with the right kind of support, the vibrant and resilient person inside was never really gone. The support I will provide for you integrates a multi-faceted approach to therapy. You will learn why our brains function the way they do and gain a deep understanding of our nervous system. We will gently explore your past and in the process uncover fundamental information about how it affects who you are today.
My practice is informed by the interconnectedness of all things, especially the relationship between mind, body, and spirit (or soul), and the interrelationships between beings. I am influenced by Western psychological theories, as well as holistic, ancestral, and indigenous wellness rituals from around the world. I specialize in grief and loss, particularly death and dying, and the emotional and spiritual work surrounding other significant transitions, rites of passage, and life cycles. This includes work around the end of life, pregnancy loss, traumatic birthing processes, and plant (or fungi) spirit medicine integration.
My practice is informed by the interconnectedness of all things, especially the relationship between mind, body, and spirit (or soul), and the interrelationships between beings. I am influenced by Western psychological theories, as well as holistic, ancestral, and indigenous wellness rituals from around the world. I specialize in grief and loss, particularly death and dying, and the emotional and spiritual work surrounding other significant transitions, rites of passage, and life cycles. This includes work around the end of life, pregnancy loss, traumatic birthing processes, and plant (or fungi) spirit medicine integration.
I am accepting new patients in California.
I really enjoy working with individuals and couples. I help clients become more aware of their body sensations and use that language to identify feelings and thoughts. This allows clients to connect with their full internal experience. Clients find this extremely helpful, especially those who have suffered traumatic incidents or long-term traumas. I am gentle and supportive in my work and use deep emotional exploration of past and present mixed with a body-based mindful approach to move clients toward healing. I also use EMDR to reduce impact and activation of traumatic. memories.
I am accepting new patients in California.
I really enjoy working with individuals and couples. I help clients become more aware of their body sensations and use that language to identify feelings and thoughts. This allows clients to connect with their full internal experience. Clients find this extremely helpful, especially those who have suffered traumatic incidents or long-term traumas. I am gentle and supportive in my work and use deep emotional exploration of past and present mixed with a body-based mindful approach to move clients toward healing. I also use EMDR to reduce impact and activation of traumatic. memories.
I have experience working with LGB clients on issues of sexual identity, orientation, and HIV status. I draw from several approaches and modalities in providing therapy including a person-centered approach, interpersonal-therapy, political psychology, ACT, CBT and psychodynamic therapies. I completed my degrees in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University - San Francisco. I am currently licensed to practice as an LPCC in California and LPC in Oregon. I have also earned a Master's degree in Conflict Resolution from Portland State University in Portland.
I have experience working with LGB clients on issues of sexual identity, orientation, and HIV status. I draw from several approaches and modalities in providing therapy including a person-centered approach, interpersonal-therapy, political psychology, ACT, CBT and psychodynamic therapies. I completed my degrees in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University - San Francisco. I am currently licensed to practice as an LPCC in California and LPC in Oregon. I have also earned a Master's degree in Conflict Resolution from Portland State University in Portland.
Some people come into therapy with big ambitions. Others feel unsure about what they want or where to start. Either way, we begin by setting realistic, achievable steps.
My role is to help provide structure when things feel chaotic, or help you develop flexibility when perfectionism keeps you stuck.
Some people come into therapy with big ambitions. Others feel unsure about what they want or where to start. Either way, we begin by setting realistic, achievable steps.
My role is to help provide structure when things feel chaotic, or help you develop flexibility when perfectionism keeps you stuck.
Hi there, I 'm Katie! Do you sometimes feel drained, overwhelmed, more frustrated than fulfilled and question whether you’re on the right path? Perhaps you’ve planned out your life and you've arrived but it's still not feeling good enough. Or you're fearful of the future, after experiencing a loss or trauma that changed the path you were on and now need some clarity and direction? Do you experience worry and indecisiveness? Is worry keeping you up at night and you're developing unhealthy habits that are affecting your sleep, relationships, performance and well-being?
Hi there, I 'm Katie! Do you sometimes feel drained, overwhelmed, more frustrated than fulfilled and question whether you’re on the right path? Perhaps you’ve planned out your life and you've arrived but it's still not feeling good enough. Or you're fearful of the future, after experiencing a loss or trauma that changed the path you were on and now need some clarity and direction? Do you experience worry and indecisiveness? Is worry keeping you up at night and you're developing unhealthy habits that are affecting your sleep, relationships, performance and well-being?
While my approach is primarily psychodynamic, I also integrate interventions from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness-based Therapies (MBT).
I am dedicated to helping children, teenagers, and adults through individual psychotherapy, play therapy, parent coaching, parent-child work, and couples therapy. In my work with children and teens, I integrate playful techniques to create a safe and engaging environment. Play is not just fun-it's a powerful tool for expression and understanding, helping young clients articulate emotions and experiences they might not yet have the words for. With adults, my approach remains insight-driven and reflective. Together, we will explore past experiences and current patterns to gain a deeper understanding of your internal landscape.
While my approach is primarily psychodynamic, I also integrate interventions from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness-based Therapies (MBT).
I am dedicated to helping children, teenagers, and adults through individual psychotherapy, play therapy, parent coaching, parent-child work, and couples therapy. In my work with children and teens, I integrate playful techniques to create a safe and engaging environment. Play is not just fun-it's a powerful tool for expression and understanding, helping young clients articulate emotions and experiences they might not yet have the words for. With adults, my approach remains insight-driven and reflective. Together, we will explore past experiences and current patterns to gain a deeper understanding of your internal landscape.
As a yoga and mindfulness practitioner, I also integrate somatic techniques for holistic healing.
Feeling down, unheard, stuck, or lost? You don't have to face it alone. Hi, I'm Cameron, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience helping individuals navigate life's toughest challenges. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, life transitions, or feeling disconnected, I'm here to help you move forward with compassion and understanding. I offer a personalized approach to therapy that aligns with your unique needs and goals. We'll address concerns such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, dysphoria, escape behaviors, substance use, and other related concerns.
As a yoga and mindfulness practitioner, I also integrate somatic techniques for holistic healing.
Feeling down, unheard, stuck, or lost? You don't have to face it alone. Hi, I'm Cameron, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience helping individuals navigate life's toughest challenges. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, life transitions, or feeling disconnected, I'm here to help you move forward with compassion and understanding. I offer a personalized approach to therapy that aligns with your unique needs and goals. We'll address concerns such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, dysphoria, escape behaviors, substance use, and other related concerns.
I combine psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and mindfulness approaches to provide effective high-quality therapy; this means that you will develop greater awareness of your struggles while being given direct and practical guidance on how to feel better and improve your life as quickly as possible.
My expertise is in treating stress/overwhelm, anxiety, depression, identity (cultural, career, sexual) and relationship (peers, intimates, family) issues, negative habits/behaviors, and difficulties with food/body/exercise. I can also work with people from a deeply spiritual perspective. I help people live more authentically and with purpose and meaning.
I combine psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and mindfulness approaches to provide effective high-quality therapy; this means that you will develop greater awareness of your struggles while being given direct and practical guidance on how to feel better and improve your life as quickly as possible.
My expertise is in treating stress/overwhelm, anxiety, depression, identity (cultural, career, sexual) and relationship (peers, intimates, family) issues, negative habits/behaviors, and difficulties with food/body/exercise. I can also work with people from a deeply spiritual perspective. I help people live more authentically and with purpose and meaning.
My approach to therapy goes beyond symptom relief—I help individuals develop greater emotional flexibility, clarity, and integration for lasting change. This deeper awareness opens the door to more joy, self-compassion, and groundedness. I strive to offer a warm and safe therapeutic space while also encouraging open, honest exploration. Through this collaborative process, meaningful change can unfold, creating the foundation for a more fulfilling life, rich with deeper connections and purpose.
My approach to therapy goes beyond symptom relief—I help individuals develop greater emotional flexibility, clarity, and integration for lasting change. This deeper awareness opens the door to more joy, self-compassion, and groundedness. I strive to offer a warm and safe therapeutic space while also encouraging open, honest exploration. Through this collaborative process, meaningful change can unfold, creating the foundation for a more fulfilling life, rich with deeper connections and purpose.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week. .
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week. .
In her practice, Dr. Kawai utilizes a variety of evidence-based interventions, including Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. Her approach is holistic and client-centered, focusing on the unique needs of each individual. She offers individual therapy, family therapy, and specialized ABA Therapy, making her a versatile and skilled therapist for a wide range of mental health concerns. Dr. Kawai's work with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities is particularly noteworthy.
In her practice, Dr. Kawai utilizes a variety of evidence-based interventions, including Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. Her approach is holistic and client-centered, focusing on the unique needs of each individual. She offers individual therapy, family therapy, and specialized ABA Therapy, making her a versatile and skilled therapist for a wide range of mental health concerns. Dr. Kawai's work with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities is particularly noteworthy.
Shana Bujake - EMDR, Relationships, Trauma
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I also integrate mindfulness, CBT, DBT, Gestalt therapy, and The Gottman Method to provide personalized support tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Are you stuck in painful patterns or struggling to feel safe and connected in your relationships? I help individuals and couples heal from trauma, rebuild trust, and break free from cycles of conflict or disconnection. In therapy, you'll find a supportive space to explore your emotions, gain insight, and develop the tools you need to create healthier, more fulfilling relationships—with others and with yourself.
I also integrate mindfulness, CBT, DBT, Gestalt therapy, and The Gottman Method to provide personalized support tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Are you stuck in painful patterns or struggling to feel safe and connected in your relationships? I help individuals and couples heal from trauma, rebuild trust, and break free from cycles of conflict or disconnection. In therapy, you'll find a supportive space to explore your emotions, gain insight, and develop the tools you need to create healthier, more fulfilling relationships—with others and with yourself.
Life can get complicated, and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction, and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, and 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Life can get complicated, and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction, and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, and 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
The process of healing in therapy is a journey - one that opens doors to see ourselves differently and accept ourselves more fully. It allows for there to be space to sit with our innermost thoughts and feelings as we bear witness to the courageous process towards renewal and growth. Through a safe, genuine, and empathetic therapeutic experience, my goal as a psychotherapist is to provide an opportunity for my clients to express their pain and hardships as we explore ways to move towards fulfillment, wellness, and achieving their goals in life.
The process of healing in therapy is a journey - one that opens doors to see ourselves differently and accept ourselves more fully. It allows for there to be space to sit with our innermost thoughts and feelings as we bear witness to the courageous process towards renewal and growth. Through a safe, genuine, and empathetic therapeutic experience, my goal as a psychotherapist is to provide an opportunity for my clients to express their pain and hardships as we explore ways to move towards fulfillment, wellness, and achieving their goals in life.
I recognized that seeking therapy can have stigmas attached to it among some marginalized and minority communities that might feel unheard or misunderstood by therapists who might not fully understand their values, experiences, or background. I'm committed to breaking through these stigmas and barriers coming from these communities myself as a Muslim and child of immigrants. I aim to bridge the gap I see in representation in the mental health field among these communities.
I recognized that seeking therapy can have stigmas attached to it among some marginalized and minority communities that might feel unheard or misunderstood by therapists who might not fully understand their values, experiences, or background. I'm committed to breaking through these stigmas and barriers coming from these communities myself as a Muslim and child of immigrants. I aim to bridge the gap I see in representation in the mental health field among these communities.
The treatment models used are: art therapy, attachment based, existential, Gottman Method, person-centered, play therapy, short term (solution focused therapy), various cognitive behavioral therapies and mindfulness therapies.
We meet you where you're at and build on your resilience. We welcome you and invite you to start on your self care. We value diversity and acceptance; we work with all faiths, LBGTQ+, and all backgrounds.
The treatment models used are: art therapy, attachment based, existential, Gottman Method, person-centered, play therapy, short term (solution focused therapy), various cognitive behavioral therapies and mindfulness therapies.
We meet you where you're at and build on your resilience. We welcome you and invite you to start on your self care. We value diversity and acceptance; we work with all faiths, LBGTQ+, and all backgrounds.
As a trauma specialist, I use a combination of EMDR, somatic techniques, mindfulness, and attachment repair.
You have insight, but it's not enough. You’re capable in so many ways, yet the weight of self-criticism, the constant buzz of anxiety, and feelings of shame and dread hold you back. Part of you craves change, but another part fears it. You may be confronting painful memories or worrying about the future, overwhelmed by "what ifs." Maybe you're struggling with relationships—untrusting, reactive, or unable to express your needs. Perhaps you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, a pet, or an opportunity. Whatever your struggles, there's a faint glimmer of hope. The quiet belief that you're not alone. There's help for you.
As a trauma specialist, I use a combination of EMDR, somatic techniques, mindfulness, and attachment repair.
You have insight, but it's not enough. You’re capable in so many ways, yet the weight of self-criticism, the constant buzz of anxiety, and feelings of shame and dread hold you back. Part of you craves change, but another part fears it. You may be confronting painful memories or worrying about the future, overwhelmed by "what ifs." Maybe you're struggling with relationships—untrusting, reactive, or unable to express your needs. Perhaps you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, a pet, or an opportunity. Whatever your struggles, there's a faint glimmer of hope. The quiet belief that you're not alone. There's help for you.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.