Polish Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Welcome! I’m a licensed clinical psychologist (in California and Illinois) with a passion for helping individuals and families find balance and healing. My specialties include perinatal psychotherapy, couples therapy, life transitions, and therapy for parents seeking support with their parenting journey. I work with children, teens, and families who have experienced trauma or adversity, helping them process their emotions and build resilience. I equip parents with tools to navigate their children's challenging behaviors at home and school.
Welcome! I’m a licensed clinical psychologist (in California and Illinois) with a passion for helping individuals and families find balance and healing. My specialties include perinatal psychotherapy, couples therapy, life transitions, and therapy for parents seeking support with their parenting journey. I work with children, teens, and families who have experienced trauma or adversity, helping them process their emotions and build resilience. I equip parents with tools to navigate their children's challenging behaviors at home and school.
I work with women and teens who feel anxious, emotionally disconnected, or overwhelmed, even when life looks “fine” on the outside. Many of my clients have learned to push through, stay strong, or put others first, often without realizing how past experiences or relational patterns are shaping their present. Using a trauma-informed approach, therapy becomes a space to gently explore what’s happening beneath the surface, reconnect with emotions and the body, and build a sense of safety and self-trust.
I work with women and teens who feel anxious, emotionally disconnected, or overwhelmed, even when life looks “fine” on the outside. Many of my clients have learned to push through, stay strong, or put others first, often without realizing how past experiences or relational patterns are shaping their present. Using a trauma-informed approach, therapy becomes a space to gently explore what’s happening beneath the surface, reconnect with emotions and the body, and build a sense of safety and self-trust.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or bipolar disorder? Perhaps there is something else, like issues with focus and you wonder whether you may have ADHD? As a psychiatric PA, I specialize in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, substance use disorders, and more. I approach each patient with empathy, respect, and a dedication to personalized care.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or bipolar disorder? Perhaps there is something else, like issues with focus and you wonder whether you may have ADHD? As a psychiatric PA, I specialize in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, ADHD, substance use disorders, and more. I approach each patient with empathy, respect, and a dedication to personalized care.
There are countless stories and expectations we’re given about who we should be—more successful, more actualized, richer, thinner, endlessly capable. With so much noise around us, it can be difficult to hear our own voice that knows what we value, what brings us alive, and what deserves our energy and care.
Many people I work with feel weighed down not only by depression, or easily named trauma, but also by quieter, less visible forms of harm—such as emotional neglect, chronic pressure to perform, or invalidation within families or institutions. These experiences can leave our voice lost or neglected.
There are countless stories and expectations we’re given about who we should be—more successful, more actualized, richer, thinner, endlessly capable. With so much noise around us, it can be difficult to hear our own voice that knows what we value, what brings us alive, and what deserves our energy and care.
Many people I work with feel weighed down not only by depression, or easily named trauma, but also by quieter, less visible forms of harm—such as emotional neglect, chronic pressure to perform, or invalidation within families or institutions. These experiences can leave our voice lost or neglected.
Whether you're questioning your sexual or gender identity or have been out for years, a therapist who understands you is key to successful therapy. We learn about ourselves through relationships and sometimes what we learned in the past isn’t helpful for us in the present. Trauma, abuse, neglect and microaggressions can teach us that we don’t deserve to have the career, relationships, sexual intimacy, or life that we want. This happens all too often with queer & trans people, especially BIPOC. Without conscious awareness, these lessons may cause us to sabotage ourselves or our relationships, but it’s never too late to unlearn them!
Whether you're questioning your sexual or gender identity or have been out for years, a therapist who understands you is key to successful therapy. We learn about ourselves through relationships and sometimes what we learned in the past isn’t helpful for us in the present. Trauma, abuse, neglect and microaggressions can teach us that we don’t deserve to have the career, relationships, sexual intimacy, or life that we want. This happens all too often with queer & trans people, especially BIPOC. Without conscious awareness, these lessons may cause us to sabotage ourselves or our relationships, but it’s never too late to unlearn them!
I specialize in delivering evidence-based, or science backed, therapy to children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and emotion regulation. I also work with parents to help them understand and support their child’s emotions and behaviors. I've worked with clients from a range of diverse backgrounds and believe that each person is the expert on their own experience, so I tailor every treatment plan to meet the specific needs of each client. My favorite part of therapy is empowering the clients I work with to recognize their unique strengths and build the lives they would most like to lead.
I specialize in delivering evidence-based, or science backed, therapy to children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and emotion regulation. I also work with parents to help them understand and support their child’s emotions and behaviors. I've worked with clients from a range of diverse backgrounds and believe that each person is the expert on their own experience, so I tailor every treatment plan to meet the specific needs of each client. My favorite part of therapy is empowering the clients I work with to recognize their unique strengths and build the lives they would most like to lead.
Our team of skilled and compassionate therapists is located in Santa Monica, CA, offering in-person and virtual sessions. We specialize in working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Our typical client faces challenges such as; anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, academic struggles and complex family dynamics. We assist clients in developing a variety of skills including; emotion regulation, social skills, communication, self-esteem, confidence and boundary setting. Our team also supports people of all ages facing chronic/serious illnesses, caregiving and grief, loss and bereavement.
Our team of skilled and compassionate therapists is located in Santa Monica, CA, offering in-person and virtual sessions. We specialize in working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Our typical client faces challenges such as; anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, academic struggles and complex family dynamics. We assist clients in developing a variety of skills including; emotion regulation, social skills, communication, self-esteem, confidence and boundary setting. Our team also supports people of all ages facing chronic/serious illnesses, caregiving and grief, loss and bereavement.
Bay Area Personal Counseling Therapies
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, SEP, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
My therapeutic training has been centered on experiential, culturally sensitive, and inner work necessary for becoming a healer. I focus on assessing individual client needs and providing compassionate therapeutic interventions to individuals, families and couples. I use Mindfulness, Progressive Relaxation and Guided imagery as well as Cognitive Reframing to increase awareness and reduce present anxiety symptoms.My specialties include: relational work, Men’s issues, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression and Trauma,
My therapeutic training has been centered on experiential, culturally sensitive, and inner work necessary for becoming a healer. I focus on assessing individual client needs and providing compassionate therapeutic interventions to individuals, families and couples. I use Mindfulness, Progressive Relaxation and Guided imagery as well as Cognitive Reframing to increase awareness and reduce present anxiety symptoms.My specialties include: relational work, Men’s issues, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression and Trauma,
I work with individuals or couples of any gender or orientation who seek help for sexual relationship issues. These issues are not limited to, but include arousal and orgasm, sexual desire, compulsive sexual behavior, masturbation issues, premature or delayed ejaculation, pain during sexual activity and psychological issues around monogamy, infidelity, boredom and wanting a change in one's sexual repertoire. The goal is often increased eroticism, heightened intimacy, and decreased anxiety during sex. My aim is for you to overcome the problems that result from negative feelings and behaviors and to achieve your full sexual potential.
I work with individuals or couples of any gender or orientation who seek help for sexual relationship issues. These issues are not limited to, but include arousal and orgasm, sexual desire, compulsive sexual behavior, masturbation issues, premature or delayed ejaculation, pain during sexual activity and psychological issues around monogamy, infidelity, boredom and wanting a change in one's sexual repertoire. The goal is often increased eroticism, heightened intimacy, and decreased anxiety during sex. My aim is for you to overcome the problems that result from negative feelings and behaviors and to achieve your full sexual potential.
Something’s changed. That change can be any number of things - recent baby, newly out of or into middle school/high school, change in family dynamics, or others. But something has changed and it doesn’t feel right. You used to feel like you had it together - like you were writing your own story and happy with where it was going. But lately, it doesn’t feel that way. Lately, it feels like there’s an editor changing things in your story and it’s not working out! You feel lost, maybe depressed, anxious or angry, or maybe you’re not sure what you feel, just that something’s not right.
Something’s changed. That change can be any number of things - recent baby, newly out of or into middle school/high school, change in family dynamics, or others. But something has changed and it doesn’t feel right. You used to feel like you had it together - like you were writing your own story and happy with where it was going. But lately, it doesn’t feel that way. Lately, it feels like there’s an editor changing things in your story and it’s not working out! You feel lost, maybe depressed, anxious or angry, or maybe you’re not sure what you feel, just that something’s not right.
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I’m bilingual ( Polish and English), a father, and an antique collector who loves history and meaning.
If you're overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or unsure, you’re in the right place. I help adults from all walks of life navigate anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma, relationship stress, life transitions, and identity challenges. I have a lot of experience working with men, including those new to therapy—as well as women wanting support understanding the relationships in their lives. I’ve also worked extensively with military members, veterans, firefighters, first responders, and families supporting someone with mental illness. Whether you’re rebuilding, searching for direction, or learning who you are, I’m here to support you.
I’m bilingual ( Polish and English), a father, and an antique collector who loves history and meaning.
If you're overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or unsure, you’re in the right place. I help adults from all walks of life navigate anxiety, depression, panic attacks, trauma, relationship stress, life transitions, and identity challenges. I have a lot of experience working with men, including those new to therapy—as well as women wanting support understanding the relationships in their lives. I’ve also worked extensively with military members, veterans, firefighters, first responders, and families supporting someone with mental illness. Whether you’re rebuilding, searching for direction, or learning who you are, I’m here to support you.
Patrycja (Pati) Szafran
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ASW
4 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Hi! I’m Pati, and I’m so glad you're here seeking support. I offer help for families looking to improve their home environments, and support to kids and young adults struggling with relationships, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). My clients often face the burden of intrusive thoughts and compulsions that affect their daily lives. Even if they appear fine on the outside, the persistent anxiety, obsessions, or rituals impact their relationships, school, or work. I use effective evidence-based treatments like ERP, with great success in providing relief and offering hope for an easier future.
Hi! I’m Pati, and I’m so glad you're here seeking support. I offer help for families looking to improve their home environments, and support to kids and young adults struggling with relationships, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). My clients often face the burden of intrusive thoughts and compulsions that affect their daily lives. Even if they appear fine on the outside, the persistent anxiety, obsessions, or rituals impact their relationships, school, or work. I use effective evidence-based treatments like ERP, with great success in providing relief and offering hope for an easier future.
I conduct mental health and stress management workshops for Forbes, Pacific Dental, Cloudflare and numerous tech firms. I have more than 15 years experience helping clients navigate careers and personal lives. I spent a decade at a Fortune 100 company, and earned a dual Masters in Business Administration and Clinical Psychology. I understand the stress of the corporate world and the unique struggle with life balance for working families.
I conduct mental health and stress management workshops for Forbes, Pacific Dental, Cloudflare and numerous tech firms. I have more than 15 years experience helping clients navigate careers and personal lives. I spent a decade at a Fortune 100 company, and earned a dual Masters in Business Administration and Clinical Psychology. I understand the stress of the corporate world and the unique struggle with life balance for working families.
I work with individuals, couples, and families seeking meaningful change in their lives. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by stress, navigating relationship difficulties, or striving to find balance between personal and professional responsibilities.
I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process that unfolds in a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space. My role is to provide practical tools, insight, and encouragement as you build emotional resilience, resolve internal and interpersonal conflicts, and move toward greater well-being.
I work with individuals, couples, and families seeking meaningful change in their lives. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by stress, navigating relationship difficulties, or striving to find balance between personal and professional responsibilities.
I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process that unfolds in a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space. My role is to provide practical tools, insight, and encouragement as you build emotional resilience, resolve internal and interpersonal conflicts, and move toward greater well-being.
You’ve spent so long holding everything together that you barely notice the strain anymore — until something finally feels too heavy. Maybe you’re exhausted from being the responsible one, the peacekeeper, or the person who never asks for help. Maybe old patterns from childhood are showing up in your relationships, your self‑worth, or the way you cope with stress.
You’ve spent so long holding everything together that you barely notice the strain anymore — until something finally feels too heavy. Maybe you’re exhausted from being the responsible one, the peacekeeper, or the person who never asks for help. Maybe old patterns from childhood are showing up in your relationships, your self‑worth, or the way you cope with stress.
My clinical experience includes treatment of culturally and socio-economically diverse adult population with range of diagnosis in outpatient and inpatient settings. My treatment experience includes individuals, couples, family, and groups utilizing Brief Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Structural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR. Areas addressed in private practice consists of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, self esteem, body image, family conflicts, and bereavement.
My clinical experience includes treatment of culturally and socio-economically diverse adult population with range of diagnosis in outpatient and inpatient settings. My treatment experience includes individuals, couples, family, and groups utilizing Brief Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Structural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR. Areas addressed in private practice consists of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, self esteem, body image, family conflicts, and bereavement.
I am a mindfulness-centered therapist who supports individuals navigating stress, emotional challenges, and a desire for greater self-awareness. I provide a compassionate and supportive space to explore your inner world, integrating evidence-based mindfulness practices with a client-centered approach. My goal is to empower you with tools and strategies tailored to your unique needs so we can build a personalized path toward clarity, balance, and emotional well-being.
I am a mindfulness-centered therapist who supports individuals navigating stress, emotional challenges, and a desire for greater self-awareness. I provide a compassionate and supportive space to explore your inner world, integrating evidence-based mindfulness practices with a client-centered approach. My goal is to empower you with tools and strategies tailored to your unique needs so we can build a personalized path toward clarity, balance, and emotional well-being.
I offer psychotherapy to individuals with a range of different mental health, emotional and psychological difficulties, including anxiety, depression, self-sabotaging behaviors, suicidal ideation, low self-esteem, as well as to the persons who wish to better understand themselves and their ways of being with others.
I offer psychotherapy to individuals with a range of different mental health, emotional and psychological difficulties, including anxiety, depression, self-sabotaging behaviors, suicidal ideation, low self-esteem, as well as to the persons who wish to better understand themselves and their ways of being with others.
I'm a first generation Polish-American.
Your thoughts, beliefs and attitudes affect how you feel and behave. I'll give you effective tools to deal with your issues, whatever they are. You'll experience real change in your life with consistent and repeatable results. You'll leave my office feeling better than when you arrived.
I'm a first generation Polish-American.
Your thoughts, beliefs and attitudes affect how you feel and behave. I'll give you effective tools to deal with your issues, whatever they are. You'll experience real change in your life with consistent and repeatable results. You'll leave my office feeling better than when you arrived.
I help individuals and couples in California and Connecticut navigate intimacy concerns, low desire, sexual anxiety, relationship conflict, and the impact of trauma on sex, intimacy, and emotional connection. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling confused, stuck, or disconnected from their bodies or partners—and wanting something to change, even if they’re not sure where to start.
I help individuals and couples in California and Connecticut navigate intimacy concerns, low desire, sexual anxiety, relationship conflict, and the impact of trauma on sex, intimacy, and emotional connection. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling confused, stuck, or disconnected from their bodies or partners—and wanting something to change, even if they’re not sure where to start.
