Parenting Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Through a strength based approach which includes mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy and Jungian psychology I support: parents who want to create more rewarding relationships with their children; teens navigating feeling security and belonging; and adults who want to create ease, reduce shame and increase joy.
Imagine if we could put thought bubbles around the heads of everyone we encounter walking down the street. We would soon see how much self judgement humans live with. Not good enough. Not attractive enough. Not successful enough. Our self judgement keeps us from feeling whole and connected with others. Through therapy you can learn to live in your strengths and become more comfortable with your true nature. You can learn to hold ourselves with compassion, create more purpose and realize our authentic gifts.
Through a strength based approach which includes mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy and Jungian psychology I support: parents who want to create more rewarding relationships with their children; teens navigating feeling security and belonging; and adults who want to create ease, reduce shame and increase joy.
Imagine if we could put thought bubbles around the heads of everyone we encounter walking down the street. We would soon see how much self judgement humans live with. Not good enough. Not attractive enough. Not successful enough. Our self judgement keeps us from feeling whole and connected with others. Through therapy you can learn to live in your strengths and become more comfortable with your true nature. You can learn to hold ourselves with compassion, create more purpose and realize our authentic gifts.
I think parents are very important.
My specialty lies on assisting my clients in removing obstacles to their personal growth by identifying behavioral and emotional constructs that presently limit their ability to enjoy life in a full and satisfying manner.
I think parents are very important.
My specialty lies on assisting my clients in removing obstacles to their personal growth by identifying behavioral and emotional constructs that presently limit their ability to enjoy life in a full and satisfying manner.
I work from a psychoanalytic perspective with children, adolescents, and adults struggling from a variety of issues, including difficulty with intimacy and relatedness, recognizing and expressing emotional needs, feelings of loneliness or emptiness, self-destructive or self sabotaging behaviors, or repeating painful life problems with little sense of control. Since children and adolescents have not yet fully developed the capacity to talk about their emotional experience, difficulties tend to show in their behaviors, such as opposition, defiance, poor grades, or turning to drugs. In my work with adults I offer individual or couples therapy in a safe and nonjudgemental atmosphere.
I work from a psychoanalytic perspective with children, adolescents, and adults struggling from a variety of issues, including difficulty with intimacy and relatedness, recognizing and expressing emotional needs, feelings of loneliness or emptiness, self-destructive or self sabotaging behaviors, or repeating painful life problems with little sense of control. Since children and adolescents have not yet fully developed the capacity to talk about their emotional experience, difficulties tend to show in their behaviors, such as opposition, defiance, poor grades, or turning to drugs. In my work with adults I offer individual or couples therapy in a safe and nonjudgemental atmosphere.
Having children is the easy part however,raising them to be self-respecting and other respecting, successful individuals is more difficult. Let me be there to assist you on this journey alone, along with your spouse and also children. In addition to parenting and family issues, I work with individuals and couples dealing with early trauma, hostile communication dynamics,healing after infidelity and issues around major life cycle transitions. Children on the spectrum and their sibblings make up a substantial part of my work.
Having children is the easy part however,raising them to be self-respecting and other respecting, successful individuals is more difficult. Let me be there to assist you on this journey alone, along with your spouse and also children. In addition to parenting and family issues, I work with individuals and couples dealing with early trauma, hostile communication dynamics,healing after infidelity and issues around major life cycle transitions. Children on the spectrum and their sibblings make up a substantial part of my work.
Hi. I’m Sam. I am a neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapist, Emotionally Focused Therapist for Individuals (EFIT) with advanced training in Emotionally-Focused Therapy for Couples (EFCT). Additionally, I have been trained in Havening and certified in Brainspotring, both for use with trauma care. I approaches therapy through a non-pathologizing attachment lens, creating a space where clients can explore the origins of their patterns while discovering new possibilities for connection and growth.
Hi. I’m Sam. I am a neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapist, Emotionally Focused Therapist for Individuals (EFIT) with advanced training in Emotionally-Focused Therapy for Couples (EFCT). Additionally, I have been trained in Havening and certified in Brainspotring, both for use with trauma care. I approaches therapy through a non-pathologizing attachment lens, creating a space where clients can explore the origins of their patterns while discovering new possibilities for connection and growth.
Many people experience life changes such as the birth of a child, starting college, starting a career, getting married or divorced, parenting, empty nesting, assisting with an aging parent or the death of a loved one.
I have experience providing practical techniques and skills to help people to gain more out of life. I have been trained in Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) which helps people to move through transitions, deal with grief and loss and work on interpersonal disputes. This approach and others can help you make short term gains and long term changes.
Many people experience life changes such as the birth of a child, starting college, starting a career, getting married or divorced, parenting, empty nesting, assisting with an aging parent or the death of a loved one.
I have experience providing practical techniques and skills to help people to gain more out of life. I have been trained in Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) which helps people to move through transitions, deal with grief and loss and work on interpersonal disputes. This approach and others can help you make short term gains and long term changes.
As a therapist, I draw on my experience as a mother, partner, and teacher, and have an affinity for working with couples, parents, adolescents, & families experiencing relational challenges.
I'm passionate about working with folks to help them access a deeper self-understanding, an improved connection to others, and growth that emerges through the powerful forces of healing. My clients include adolescents, individual adults, couples, and families experiencing a broad scope of concerns. I emphasize and foster connection, compassion, and collaboration, and strive to not only see and hear my clients, but also to understand them and the multiple contexts within which they exist, in the safety of a judgement-free zone.
As a therapist, I draw on my experience as a mother, partner, and teacher, and have an affinity for working with couples, parents, adolescents, & families experiencing relational challenges.
I'm passionate about working with folks to help them access a deeper self-understanding, an improved connection to others, and growth that emerges through the powerful forces of healing. My clients include adolescents, individual adults, couples, and families experiencing a broad scope of concerns. I emphasize and foster connection, compassion, and collaboration, and strive to not only see and hear my clients, but also to understand them and the multiple contexts within which they exist, in the safety of a judgement-free zone.
Wishing like parenting came with directions.
Being a mother, I understand and normalize the challenges. I am strength-based, LMFT, Registered Drama Therapist, as well as, an Early Childhood Mental Health speciality. I have over 20 years experience. My approach is multi-modal using developmental guidance, play, arts, humor and mindfulness for growth, insight and change.
Wishing like parenting came with directions.
Being a mother, I understand and normalize the challenges. I am strength-based, LMFT, Registered Drama Therapist, as well as, an Early Childhood Mental Health speciality. I have over 20 years experience. My approach is multi-modal using developmental guidance, play, arts, humor and mindfulness for growth, insight and change.
I focus on integrative therapeutic support for children & parents.
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I focus on integrative therapeutic support for children & parents.
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Fred Talisman MFT 25+ years relationship saving marriage counselor. If you're facing a breakup, dealing with infidelity, lying, broken trust, fighting and arguing, emotional abuse, &/or disrespect , I can help you. Can your relationship be saved? I've helped 1,000s of clients, who were on the verge of losing their relationship for good, to stop their breakup even if they feared it was beyond saving and even if they were the only one who wants to save it. In my experience, most relationships end unnecessarily and the breakup could have been prevented, even if there's been cheating, with the right kind of help. Call or text me.
Fred Talisman MFT 25+ years relationship saving marriage counselor. If you're facing a breakup, dealing with infidelity, lying, broken trust, fighting and arguing, emotional abuse, &/or disrespect , I can help you. Can your relationship be saved? I've helped 1,000s of clients, who were on the verge of losing their relationship for good, to stop their breakup even if they feared it was beyond saving and even if they were the only one who wants to save it. In my experience, most relationships end unnecessarily and the breakup could have been prevented, even if there's been cheating, with the right kind of help. Call or text me.
My specialty and passion is in working with parents in helping them become the best parents they can be; including managing behavior problems at home and school, co- parenting, family therapy and Child- Parent dyadic Psychotherapy.
By strengthening the parent/child relationship, In working with parents, children and families, my goal is to help parents regain their joy of being parents, of enjoying watching their child grow and develop and maintaining the sense of curiosity and amazement as they see their child become a wonderful human being they like to spend time with.
My specialty and passion is in working with parents in helping them become the best parents they can be; including managing behavior problems at home and school, co- parenting, family therapy and Child- Parent dyadic Psychotherapy.
By strengthening the parent/child relationship, In working with parents, children and families, my goal is to help parents regain their joy of being parents, of enjoying watching their child grow and develop and maintaining the sense of curiosity and amazement as they see their child become a wonderful human being they like to spend time with.
Life shapes us through experiences, relationships, and the messages we absorb. Sometimes, these influences leave us feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of our path. You don't have to face it alone, whether you're struggling with stress, relationships, or past wounds.
Therapy offers a space to explore challenges, build self-awareness, and create meaningful change. My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. We’ll uncover patterns, heal past struggles, and help you progress. Taking this step is a sign of strength, and I’m here to support you on your journey.
Life shapes us through experiences, relationships, and the messages we absorb. Sometimes, these influences leave us feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of our path. You don't have to face it alone, whether you're struggling with stress, relationships, or past wounds.
Therapy offers a space to explore challenges, build self-awareness, and create meaningful change. My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. We’ll uncover patterns, heal past struggles, and help you progress. Taking this step is a sign of strength, and I’m here to support you on your journey.
I hope to support you in your wellness and healing journey. Part of the journey is making the connection between your mind, body, and soul. With guidance, we can allow ourselves to tap in and sit with our emotions. This provides the opportunity to feel, process, and heal. I invite you to join me as I provide a compassionate space to help increase and strengthen your insight into how your lived experiences affect your life and patterns.
I hope to support you in your wellness and healing journey. Part of the journey is making the connection between your mind, body, and soul. With guidance, we can allow ourselves to tap in and sit with our emotions. This provides the opportunity to feel, process, and heal. I invite you to join me as I provide a compassionate space to help increase and strengthen your insight into how your lived experiences affect your life and patterns.
And parenting...?
We’ll work to reawaken your self-awareness by building upon the strengths & passions you may have forgotten you had. I believe you are the expert of your own hopes & hardships; I will work to help facilitate change, comfort & self-acceptance. We'll collaborate on ways to manage daily stressors & anxieties and get you living an authentic and fulfilling life.
And parenting...?
We’ll work to reawaken your self-awareness by building upon the strengths & passions you may have forgotten you had. I believe you are the expert of your own hopes & hardships; I will work to help facilitate change, comfort & self-acceptance. We'll collaborate on ways to manage daily stressors & anxieties and get you living an authentic and fulfilling life.
Do you feel disconnected from living a vibrant and engaged life? Do the simplest tasks stand before you like an ocean? Are relationships a source of emotional pain in your life? Our ability to make sense of our emotional experiences can be the key to releasing emotional pain and suffering. Often times, our own cultural perceptions of mental health can prevent us from seeking the help that we need. My personal and professional experiences have influenced my understanding of the value of promoting mental health and how simple changes can have a profound effect on our lives.
Do you feel disconnected from living a vibrant and engaged life? Do the simplest tasks stand before you like an ocean? Are relationships a source of emotional pain in your life? Our ability to make sense of our emotional experiences can be the key to releasing emotional pain and suffering. Often times, our own cultural perceptions of mental health can prevent us from seeking the help that we need. My personal and professional experiences have influenced my understanding of the value of promoting mental health and how simple changes can have a profound effect on our lives.
I help children, adolescents, young adults, and parents obtain a “light mind”, so they can get unstuck and live the life they deserve.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, interactive, warm, and strengths-based. Therapy can be a vulnerable space to enter and I am here to cheer you along the way. My goal is to provide a trusting space for clientele to explore their internal world, learn how to "ride the wave" when challenges arise, and confidently build their coping skills toolbox.
I help children, adolescents, young adults, and parents obtain a “light mind”, so they can get unstuck and live the life they deserve.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, interactive, warm, and strengths-based. Therapy can be a vulnerable space to enter and I am here to cheer you along the way. My goal is to provide a trusting space for clientele to explore their internal world, learn how to "ride the wave" when challenges arise, and confidently build their coping skills toolbox.
You’re ready for steadier ground—through anxiety or low mood, burnout, relationship strain, grief, trauma, or a major life transition—and you want practical relief plus deeper change. I honor the uniqueness of your story and collaborate to clarify goals, patterns, and strengths. Together we slow down, make sense of what hurts, and build skills for calm, boundaries, and self-trust so you can feel more whole, aligned with your values, and confident taking your next steps.
You’re ready for steadier ground—through anxiety or low mood, burnout, relationship strain, grief, trauma, or a major life transition—and you want practical relief plus deeper change. I honor the uniqueness of your story and collaborate to clarify goals, patterns, and strengths. Together we slow down, make sense of what hurts, and build skills for calm, boundaries, and self-trust so you can feel more whole, aligned with your values, and confident taking your next steps.
Parenting can be difficult and isolating.
I believe therapy is about connection. Therapy is based on the connection with your therapist to create a meaningful, supportive space to explore your most vulnerable emotions. Therapy can help you strengthen your connection with the people in your life in a positive and hopeful way. And most of all, therapy can grow your connection to your most authentic self. Therapy can help guide and support you through times of stress, build communication and interpersonal skills, and develop a deep understanding of who you are and what you want out of life.
Parenting can be difficult and isolating.
I believe therapy is about connection. Therapy is based on the connection with your therapist to create a meaningful, supportive space to explore your most vulnerable emotions. Therapy can help you strengthen your connection with the people in your life in a positive and hopeful way. And most of all, therapy can grow your connection to your most authentic self. Therapy can help guide and support you through times of stress, build communication and interpersonal skills, and develop a deep understanding of who you are and what you want out of life.
I specialize in working with anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, relationships, life transitions, and parenting.
Do you ever find yourself making sure everyone’s needs are taken care of while having difficulty finding the time to take care of your own? Do you find yourself exhausted by the mental load you constantly carry? Is it hard to say no to others requests of you? I specialize in working with people who feel stuck in cycles of perfectionism, people pleasing, and burnout. Together we will work together to help move you forward on a path to feeling better. You deserve to feel balanced, empowered, and healthy.
I specialize in working with anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, relationships, life transitions, and parenting.
Do you ever find yourself making sure everyone’s needs are taken care of while having difficulty finding the time to take care of your own? Do you find yourself exhausted by the mental load you constantly carry? Is it hard to say no to others requests of you? I specialize in working with people who feel stuck in cycles of perfectionism, people pleasing, and burnout. Together we will work together to help move you forward on a path to feeling better. You deserve to feel balanced, empowered, and healthy.
I also help parents deal with their children's anger, social and academic issues.
I am trained in EMDR and I am specialized in treating trauma. I am certified in parenting education and I have 10 years of experience from Cedars Sinai hospital. I am also specialized in treating psychological factors contributing to chronic pain.
I also help parents deal with their children's anger, social and academic issues.
I am trained in EMDR and I am specialized in treating trauma. I am certified in parenting education and I have 10 years of experience from Cedars Sinai hospital. I am also specialized in treating psychological factors contributing to chronic pain.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.