Parenting Therapists in Los Angeles, CA

It is not uncommon for people at various points in their lives to experience overwhelming emotional states, intense reactions to life events and or, feel lost or disconnected from the world. As a therapist, my goal is to help children and adult clients to face and navigate these challenges in an effort to help them gain new perspective, growth, resolution and a sense of empowerment. If you are seeking extra support and guidance for yourself or your child, I welcome the opportunity to work with you and help to guide the process.

You may be struggling in a situation that, for whatever reasons, is not improving as you had hoped it would. And now you might be experiencing unwanted emotions related to COVID-19; relationship struggles; parenting ; marital difficulties; family conflict; a recent trauma; or something else that is painfully impacting you and one or more of your relationships. Are you losing sleep, feeling sad, anxious, depressed, confused, or feeling helpless right now? Feeling stuck? If so and you're here, you're probably tired of trying to figure all of this out by yourself. The good news is you don't have to be alone with all of this anymore.

We each begin our journey with a unique set of strengths and vulnerabilities. We strive for joy and authenticity, but are often derailed by toxic relationships, distorted thinking, and self-destructive behaviors. Let me partner with you to heIp you discover your best self, as a parent , a partner, a life participant. I offer a safe space in which to examine your life's path. I have 25 years of experience providing counseling and therapy to adults, adolescents and children. My areas of expertise are the treatment of childhood trauma, childhood behavior problems, attachment and parenting , adoption, grief, and the treatment of anxiety and depression.

I have over 20 years experience in working with children, adolescents and families with various backgrounds and socioeconomic status. 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. I am able to provide therapy in both Hebrew and English. To accommodate the local Jewish community, I have available appointment times on Sunday, in addition to weekdays.

I know that choosing a therapist can be a daunting task. Selecting someone who has experience working with your concerns and to whom you can connect is essential. I have been practicing for over 20 years and work effectively with individuals, couples and families who find themselves struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, life transitions and interpersonal conflicts. Through guided exploration, clients have been able to understand their difficulties more fully, develop more productive coping strategies and live more satisfying, complete lives.

Wishing like parenting came with directions. Realizing you are not the parent , and or partner you thought. Negative behaviors bringing you down. Wondering if your child's ok? Challenges with siblings, bedtimes, strong emotions, school, fill in the blank... Parenting can be the most stressful time, when it is touted as the most joyful. It is a fast track to getting your PhD in personal growth & development. I have been there. And, I can help. We can talk about those dirty, little secrets. Together, concretely creating a plan with long, lasting results. Bringing ease and strength, breaking unhealthy patterns.

People enter into therapy for many reasons. Often the catalyst is difficulty with a relationship, a job, or a way of coping. Anxiety and depression can provide the stimulus to seek help. When they intrude into everyday waking consciousness they are indicators that something is out of balance and needs to be addressed. Areas of particular interest within my practice are parent -child difficulties, especially the early stages of parenting ; relationships; finding one's voice and inner authority; creativity; grief and loss; and the struggle to live one's own life.

I’m so glad you’re here. Sometimes, life just feels overwhelming, and we need some support. This can be a daunting process, and I’m happy you’re reaching out. If you’re looking for help with anxiety, identity, parenting demands, trauma, or relationship conflicts, you’re in the right place. I work with adults and families. If you’re struggling to navigate through life’s transitions, balance various life roles, or connect more authentically with yourself or others, let’s talk.

So happy YOU are taking the first step to improving your life! Have you been feeling overwhelmed? Having relationship issues? Are you unhappy and unsure why? Ready to break unhealthy cycles? Or do you just need a safe place to process your thoughts and emotions? I work with individuals and couples experiencing stress, anxiety, postpartum, trauma, depression, family or relationship conflict, anger, communication, self-esteem issues, and cultural systemic oppression. I also provide Parenting Therapy to moms, dads, couples, and expecting parents.

I help people take charge of their lives making long-lasting changes in a short time. Clients develop inner well-being, connecting with their core self & intuition when life becomes stressful. Integrating traditional & alternative healing methods, I use Body/Mind Psychotherapy providing clients with mental health tools that charge up energy, moving from thoughts to feelings to grounded action. I work with parents, children, teens,families & Millennials addressing divorce, school issues, communication, launching, Holocaust concerns. As lead trainer for Spielberg's Shoah Foundation I traveled worldwide training interviewers.

Seeking help, shows how strong you already are. Psychotherapy is a collaborative and client-centered process. My goal is to highlight your strengths and help you find ways to honor your story and encourage growth. I specialize in providing therapy for life transitions, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, grief, and loss, pregnancy, postpartum, parenting stressors, and relationship issues. I have experience providing therapy to parents and caregivers from diverse backgrounds. I also have specialized training in perinatal mental health.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in women's mental health. I have extensive training in reproductive & maternal metal health. Nurturing new moms, moms to be, and women trying to conceive is the heart of my psychotherapy practice. As a mom of 2, I understand firsthand how crucial it is to have emotional support during pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood. It is my priority and passion to help you receive the support you need. I will work with you to create a plan that targets your specific symptoms, reduces stress, builds coping skills, restores self-esteem and hope, and improves overall well-being.

I provide therapy for adolescents and adults seeking help with issues including parenting , divorce, stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, communication, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, grief, life-changing events, and others. My approach to therapy is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can identify and explore the underlying beliefs driving your behaviors, shaping your habits, and impacting your relationships. Working together using therapeutic approaches such as mindfulness, CBT, narrative therapy, DBT, etc., you will learn to better manage emotions and behaviors, allowing you to meet your own personal goals.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, working with adults, children, adolescents, and families in my private practice. Some of the issues I address include: depression, anxiety, learning and behavioral challenges, bullying and conflict with peers, divorce, step-families, death of a parent or sibling, sexual, emotional or physical abuse, school refusal and school phobia, self-harming behaviors, life transitions and identity. In addition to my private practice, I have over two decades of experience working as a teacher, school counselor, Middle School Principal, Council Facilitator and currently as Director of Wellness.

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.

Hello! My name is Tai Finley. I am an associate marriage and family therapist based in Los Angeles, CA and I am passionate about helping BIPOC young adults, new moms, toddlers, children, teens establish clear respectful boundaries with the world and people around them. I help my clients become emotionally resilient, build confidence in parenting , adulting and self esteem. I specialize in working with toddlers, children and teens struggling with attention, hyperactivity, and mood swings. We work together to strengthen positive behaviors and manage overwhelm and overstimulation to help child’s functioning.

Please check out my website:drloribaudino.com. I focus on 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!

Families are greatly impacted by betrayal, infidelity and sex addiction. As parents struggle to orient themselves to a new reality in the face of betrayal, it can be overwhelming and painful for a parent to recognize the immediate and future impact on their children. Well meaning parents can unintentionally make serious mistakes in managing the family during this painful and confusing time. You may have questions at this time such as “How is the tension in the household affecting our child?" and “Is our child internalizing emotional pain that we can't see?”