Parenting Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Guided into self understanding in a safe, illuminating therapeutic relationship- children with losses & mood issues, teens in crisis due to world & family events or social anxiety, and adults & couples struggling in relationship, parenting, and prior family of origin conditioning- gain healthier coping skills and capacity for a more generative life.
I am an experienced therapist with a compassionate, respectful approach to the growth of each person/family who enters psychotherapy. With over 20 years leading a full private practice of children, adolescents and adults, I have a deep understanding of developmental life stages, mood disorders, the effects of trauma, and the ways to psychological growth. I accompany each client in identifying painful issues and in creating a more generative life in an environment of curiosity, respect, and hope. In the interest of offering best care, I am committed to regular consultation and training with other professionals.
Guided into self understanding in a safe, illuminating therapeutic relationship- children with losses & mood issues, teens in crisis due to world & family events or social anxiety, and adults & couples struggling in relationship, parenting, and prior family of origin conditioning- gain healthier coping skills and capacity for a more generative life.
I am an experienced therapist with a compassionate, respectful approach to the growth of each person/family who enters psychotherapy. With over 20 years leading a full private practice of children, adolescents and adults, I have a deep understanding of developmental life stages, mood disorders, the effects of trauma, and the ways to psychological growth. I accompany each client in identifying painful issues and in creating a more generative life in an environment of curiosity, respect, and hope. In the interest of offering best care, I am committed to regular consultation and training with other professionals.
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Licensed in California and Utah! Practice hours open and available. I focus on integrative therapeutic support for children & parents. Utilizing a body centered movement approach that is playful, engaging and beneficial. I specialize with children from behavioral, attachment, learning challenges and developmental needs to those with severe medical and physical illness. I support parents on this journey to best communicate, support and find joy in their child/family! I fit approaches to your family needs and preferences. I believe that children are capable and competent and with this support they reach their potential!
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Licensed in California and Utah! Practice hours open and available. I focus on integrative therapeutic support for children & parents. Utilizing a body centered movement approach that is playful, engaging and beneficial. I specialize with children from behavioral, attachment, learning challenges and developmental needs to those with severe medical and physical illness. I support parents on this journey to best communicate, support and find joy in their child/family! I fit approaches to your family needs and preferences. I believe that children are capable and competent and with this support they reach their potential!
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.
Some of my areas of support include anxiety, depression, OCD, family conflict, and parent practices.
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.
Some of my areas of support include anxiety, depression, OCD, family conflict, and parent practices.
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 provide cutting-edge, evidenced-based treatment for children of all ages including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), PCIT for Selective Mutism (PCIT-SM), and protocols for treating separation and generalized anxiety.
Hi there! I am a licensed child psychologist based out of West Los Angeles, California. It is my greatest privilege to dedicate my life’s work to repairing key family relationships and facilitating impactful and long-lasting systemic change. Through extensive and comprehensive treatment experience resolving acute pediatric disorders including oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), disruptive-mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), and selective mutism, I am confident in my ability to anchor families to stable waters.
I provide cutting-edge, evidenced-based treatment for children of all ages including Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), PCIT for Selective Mutism (PCIT-SM), and protocols for treating separation and generalized anxiety.
Hi there! I am a licensed child psychologist based out of West Los Angeles, California. It is my greatest privilege to dedicate my life’s work to repairing key family relationships and facilitating impactful and long-lasting systemic change. Through extensive and comprehensive treatment experience resolving acute pediatric disorders including oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), disruptive-mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), and selective mutism, I am confident in my ability to anchor families to stable waters.
Are you in a tough parenting phase? Or finding that becoming a parent has reshaped how you see yourself or your partner? Maybe you’re struggling to integrate your new identity or manage the highs and lows of raising children.
I approach parenting challenges from a variety of orientations, but you are the expert on your child and I believe in an active, collaborative approach where we honor your unique family dynamic to bring balance, connection and joy to your parenting journey.
Are you in a tough parenting phase? Or finding that becoming a parent has reshaped how you see yourself or your partner? Maybe you’re struggling to integrate your new identity or manage the highs and lows of raising children.
I approach parenting challenges from a variety of orientations, but you are the expert on your child and I believe in an active, collaborative approach where we honor your unique family dynamic to bring balance, connection and joy to your parenting journey.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, or parenting? Perhaps you’re juggling relationship struggles or wondering “What’s next?” in your career.
With over 20 years of experience, I specialize in maternal mental health, helping women navigate parenting challenges, relationship dynamics, career shifts, and life’s stressors. My approach equips you with practical tools and strategies to move forward with confidence. In our work together, you’ll find a safe, compassionate space to process your emotions an
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, or parenting? Perhaps you’re juggling relationship struggles or wondering “What’s next?” in your career.
With over 20 years of experience, I specialize in maternal mental health, helping women navigate parenting challenges, relationship dynamics, career shifts, and life’s stressors. My approach equips you with practical tools and strategies to move forward with confidence. In our work together, you’ll find a safe, compassionate space to process your emotions an
I am a licensed psychologist and my focus has centered around toddler and teen diagnosis and intervention, parent counseling/skills training, and family group psychotherapy.
My goal is to help clients understand themselves more deeply so they can better cope with challenges and changes in their lives. I am passionate about understanding the underlying thoughts and emotions of every person or family as a whole, and healing parts of the self that are directly connected to healing the relationships we have in our lives.
I am a licensed psychologist and my focus has centered around toddler and teen diagnosis and intervention, parent counseling/skills training, and family group psychotherapy.
My goal is to help clients understand themselves more deeply so they can better cope with challenges and changes in their lives. I am passionate about understanding the underlying thoughts and emotions of every person or family as a whole, and healing parts of the self that are directly connected to healing the relationships we have in our lives.
Whether you are struggling with relationships or dating, parenting, finding your purpose, or feeling anxious, stressed, or depressed, beginning therapy can be the first step to finding relief.
My approach is one of warmth and genuineness, and is tailored specifically to you. I have a profound belief in the transformative power of a strong therapeutic relationship—one that feels secure, nonjudgmental, and safe. Together, we will focus on helping you develop the insights and tools that lead to long-term, sustainable improvement in your life.
Whether you are struggling with relationships or dating, parenting, finding your purpose, or feeling anxious, stressed, or depressed, beginning therapy can be the first step to finding relief.
My approach is one of warmth and genuineness, and is tailored specifically to you. I have a profound belief in the transformative power of a strong therapeutic relationship—one that feels secure, nonjudgmental, and safe. Together, we will focus on helping you develop the insights and tools that lead to long-term, sustainable improvement in your life.
Do emotional upsets turn everyday activities into overwhelming events for your child, and you? Are transitions much harder than they should be? Do you find that talking, encouraging, consequences and rewards aren't helping? Do you feel stuck and worry how this behavior will impact them, all of you? Parenting is the most important and toughest job you've ever had.
I specialize in children and families. By developing a meaningful relationship and connection with me, your child will express underlying issues through words or play, learning, healing and stepping out of their comfort zone. Over time, these experiences in therapy will improve their self-esteem, behaviors, communication and overall outlook.
Do emotional upsets turn everyday activities into overwhelming events for your child, and you? Are transitions much harder than they should be? Do you find that talking, encouraging, consequences and rewards aren't helping? Do you feel stuck and worry how this behavior will impact them, all of you? Parenting is the most important and toughest job you've ever had.
I specialize in children and families. By developing a meaningful relationship and connection with me, your child will express underlying issues through words or play, learning, healing and stepping out of their comfort zone. Over time, these experiences in therapy will improve their self-esteem, behaviors, communication and overall outlook.
Whether it’s dealing with relationship challenges, improving communication, managing anger, or navigating the complexities of parenting, we all face hardships at different points in our lives.
I work closely with my clients to set specific goals that promote peace and harmony. I provide a safe space to manage stress and improve relationships. I focus on enhancing communication skills, establishing healthy boundaries and fostering mutual respect. We don't have to face these challenges alone, and together, we can navigate the ups and downs.
Whether it’s dealing with relationship challenges, improving communication, managing anger, or navigating the complexities of parenting, we all face hardships at different points in our lives.
I work closely with my clients to set specific goals that promote peace and harmony. I provide a safe space to manage stress and improve relationships. I focus on enhancing communication skills, establishing healthy boundaries and fostering mutual respect. We don't have to face these challenges alone, and together, we can navigate the ups and downs.
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Megan provides individual therapy for adults who are seeking to address challenges related to parenting, marital conflict, pregnancy, birth-related trauma, postpartum, and the unique experience of being a part of a First Responder/Military family.
Megan believes in the resiliency of the human spirit and her goal is to help her clients connect with their strengths and values to empower them to live with more ease and intention in their lives. Understanding a client’s experience of that culture and context is crucial to understanding and developing a healing relationship with her clients.
Megan provides individual therapy for adults who are seeking to address challenges related to parenting, marital conflict, pregnancy, birth-related trauma, postpartum, and the unique experience of being a part of a First Responder/Military family.
Megan believes in the resiliency of the human spirit and her goal is to help her clients connect with their strengths and values to empower them to live with more ease and intention in their lives. Understanding a client’s experience of that culture and context is crucial to understanding and developing a healing relationship with her clients.
An integration of humanistic, client centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral, psycho-educational, family systems, parenting training, supportive therapy, psychodynamic, and EMDR.
Hi there! My name is Chris Stone. I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family, earning a Master's at Pepperdine University in 2010. I feel it is helpful to utilize training and experience along with empathy, compassion, and optimism working towards goals related to growth, trauma (when relevant), and improvement in mental health. I have gotten positive feedback around supporting folks trauma, depression and anxiety. I've been trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) around trauma / trauma related areas of focus. When one is stable and ready to address traumas I think it can be a profoundly healing!
An integration of humanistic, client centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral, psycho-educational, family systems, parenting training, supportive therapy, psychodynamic, and EMDR.
Hi there! My name is Chris Stone. I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family, earning a Master's at Pepperdine University in 2010. I feel it is helpful to utilize training and experience along with empathy, compassion, and optimism working towards goals related to growth, trauma (when relevant), and improvement in mental health. I have gotten positive feedback around supporting folks trauma, depression and anxiety. I've been trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) around trauma / trauma related areas of focus. When one is stable and ready to address traumas I think it can be a profoundly healing!
My work with children is enriched by my also being a parenting consultant; I teach parents how to approach problems, intervene effectively, and foster cooperation.
I was the Clinical Director of a Healthy Start project in two elementary schools, have taught Parenting and trained clinicians for 12 years. I teach families and couples effective communication skills, practical problem solving strategies, and how to draw upon their own strengths to create growth out of challenges such as divorce, illness, and grief.
My work with children is enriched by my also being a parenting consultant; I teach parents how to approach problems, intervene effectively, and foster cooperation.
I was the Clinical Director of a Healthy Start project in two elementary schools, have taught Parenting and trained clinicians for 12 years. I teach families and couples effective communication skills, practical problem solving strategies, and how to draw upon their own strengths to create growth out of challenges such as divorce, illness, and grief.
Erin R. Weston
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90026
I provide compassionate support to teens, adults, and families facing a variety of challenges, including disordered eating, perinatal and parenting struggles, and trauma.
I specialize in supporting women through the emotional challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood. I also help people struggling with eating disorders heal their relationship with food and their bodies from an intuitive place. Additionally, I work with adolescents, offering a safe place to navigate identity, relationships, and life's transitions.
I provide compassionate support to teens, adults, and families facing a variety of challenges, including disordered eating, perinatal and parenting struggles, and trauma.
I specialize in supporting women through the emotional challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood. I also help people struggling with eating disorders heal their relationship with food and their bodies from an intuitive place. Additionally, I work with adolescents, offering a safe place to navigate identity, relationships, and life's transitions.
My experience includes individual therapy with all ages, Mindfulness- Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for depression and anxiety, facilitating therapy groups, couples and family therapy, and solution-focused reflective parent coaching.
Hi there. I’m so glad you’re here. Big feelings can rock a person’s world at any age or stage of development. I use relational talk therapy and trauma informed-attachment theory to help clients develop new insight, a healthier relationship to their emotions and new patterns of behavior. Through our work together, we will increase your skills and resilience to roll with life’s challenges with greater compassion, clarity and fun. Whether you're looking to gain greater satisfaction and fulfillment in life, struggling with loss, trauma, adjusting to new circumstances, or all of the above- it would be my honor to help.
My experience includes individual therapy with all ages, Mindfulness- Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for depression and anxiety, facilitating therapy groups, couples and family therapy, and solution-focused reflective parent coaching.
Hi there. I’m so glad you’re here. Big feelings can rock a person’s world at any age or stage of development. I use relational talk therapy and trauma informed-attachment theory to help clients develop new insight, a healthier relationship to their emotions and new patterns of behavior. Through our work together, we will increase your skills and resilience to roll with life’s challenges with greater compassion, clarity and fun. Whether you're looking to gain greater satisfaction and fulfillment in life, struggling with loss, trauma, adjusting to new circumstances, or all of the above- it would be my honor to help.
Emily Frumkin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
My specialties include, anxiety/depression, OCD, grief, adjusting to the perinatal/postpartum period, and parenting.
Looking to press the pause button each week in a way that pays back dividends to your mental health? My clients use our time together to clarify values and direction while tending to their nervous system so they can show up in other settings truly grounded. I understand from 15 years working with families in hospitals, schools, and mental health settings that results are only possible when you align with the person who you have chosen to support you!
My specialties include, anxiety/depression, OCD, grief, adjusting to the perinatal/postpartum period, and parenting.
Looking to press the pause button each week in a way that pays back dividends to your mental health? My clients use our time together to clarify values and direction while tending to their nervous system so they can show up in other settings truly grounded. I understand from 15 years working with families in hospitals, schools, and mental health settings that results are only possible when you align with the person who you have chosen to support you!
Eliza Lu Beenhouwer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AA, BA, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Parenting a teenager today can feel like walking a tightrope, and the stakes have never been higher.
With my background in narrative therapy, play therapy, crisis management, & addiction counseling, I have honed a space where teens can process emotions, manage stress, cater to impulsivity (safely), and develop healthy coping skills. For parents, I offer coaching to help you communicate effectively, set healthy boundaries, and provide support to your teen.
Parenting a teenager today can feel like walking a tightrope, and the stakes have never been higher.
With my background in narrative therapy, play therapy, crisis management, & addiction counseling, I have honed a space where teens can process emotions, manage stress, cater to impulsivity (safely), and develop healthy coping skills. For parents, I offer coaching to help you communicate effectively, set healthy boundaries, and provide support to your teen.
Aurisha Smolarski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90039
Co- Parenting: I will help you get from conflict to cooperation and become a successful co- parenting team so your kids can thrive.
I blend insight, warmth, curiosity, and humor to provide a safe and inclusive place to grow and heal. I guide and support people facing relationship issues, trauma (sexual/emotional),infidelity, divorce, co- parenting, anxiety, shame & low self esteem. I utilize approaches based in Attachment Theory, Mindfulness, CBT, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, TRM & EMDR.
Co- Parenting: I will help you get from conflict to cooperation and become a successful co- parenting team so your kids can thrive.
I blend insight, warmth, curiosity, and humor to provide a safe and inclusive place to grow and heal. I guide and support people facing relationship issues, trauma (sexual/emotional),infidelity, divorce, co- parenting, anxiety, shame & low self esteem. I utilize approaches based in Attachment Theory, Mindfulness, CBT, IFS, Somatic Experiencing, TRM & EMDR.
Among my areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, stress, coping with loss, adjustment to life changes, & parenting.
Do you and your child bicker constantly? Is your child obstinate? I can help. As a certified therapist in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), I can provide you with the tools to improve your relationship. By establishing a more nurturing relationship, negative interaction patterns can be altered between the dyad, and compliance can be achieved.
Among my areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, stress, coping with loss, adjustment to life changes, & parenting.
Do you and your child bicker constantly? Is your child obstinate? I can help. As a certified therapist in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), I can provide you with the tools to improve your relationship. By establishing a more nurturing relationship, negative interaction patterns can be altered between the dyad, and compliance can be achieved.
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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.