Prolonged Exposure Therapy in Los Angeles, CA

Hello, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who works with adults and adolescents. I provide client centered therapy to help clients who are looking to improve their life worth living. I help those who suffer from painful emotions, dysregulating thoughts and ineffective behaviors that leads them to feel numb or avoid life. The most important part of therapy is the relationship we build together. I am passionate about helping individuals and families break the stigma of mental health issues and create a life worth living.

I am an LMFT with over 16 years of experience working in mental health. I have 10 years of experience as a clinician and skills teacher in a comprehensive DBT program. I am experienced in CBT, Prolonged Exposure therapy, and working with psychotic, personality and mood disorders. Irreverence and humor are part of my personality. Bonus: if you like animals, you are sure to see an appearance during a session with me. And if you don't like animals, we can talk about that too.

A full service psychology practice addressing wide-range of mental health difficulties through evaluations, individual or couples therapy. To treat difficulties, we use evidence-based evaluations and therapeutic interventions. When emotional difficulties impact certain areas of your life, you may need an evaluation to address impaired areas of your life, such as: Disability Evaluations (Employment), Emotional Support Animal Evaluations (Residence), Psychological Assessments (Academic, Accommodations, Diagnostic Clarification), Immigration Evaluations (Extreme hardship waivers, cancellation, asylum, VAWA, U visa, and T visa).

My goal in therapy is to walk alongside you on this journey, to be a guide and helper. I believe that every person is an expert in their own life. I see therapy as a space to redefine one’s core beliefs – I am unlovable, I am unworthy – and create positive change. I utilize a person-centered therapeutic approach while incorporating components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, Narrative Exposure, Trauma-Informed Therapies & Mindfulness-Based techniques. I specialize in working with folks who have experienced complex trauma.

Life is filled with challenges and uncertainty, which often makes it difficult to move forward. Both children and adults’ experiences of the unknown can result in them feeling anxious, worried, and/or frustrated. I have focused my professional work in helping people gradually face their fears and problematic behaviors while integrating coping strategies along the way. I strive to help each client recognize their resilience and ability to grow.

Hi. My name is Elizabeth Iniguez, I'm a licensed clinical therapist. I'm what's considered an integrative or eclectic therapist, which means that I draw upon various modalities, taking what I believe is most relevant from various methods to incorporate into my sessions, depending on what each individual is going through. I enjoy working with a variety of people. I specialize in the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Trichotillomania, Dermatillomania, Hoarding Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, depression and anxiety disorders.

I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) who earned my degrees from the University of Southern California. I am an integrative contextual therapist who uses a variety of interventions to best suit each client. I draw from my diverse background in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), mindfulness, radical acceptance, regulation skills, Seeking Safety, harm reduction, and always trauma oriented.

Have you found yourself emotionally, mentally, or physically dysregulated after a crisis, trauma, or change? If you have found difficulty managing OCD, anxiety, depression, grief, BPD, or chronic illness, I can help using therapeutic tools customized to your recovery. Whether you are looking for short-term or long-term therapy to transform your narrative from helplessness to self-efficacy, I offer treatment plans utilizing culturally aware care, as well as evidence-based practices such as Exposure Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and EMDR.

Are you living with a traumatic past, or severe anxiety? I am an Anxiety and PTSD specialist. My expertise is in treating Career/Romantic Anxiety, Panic, OCD, Traumatic Memories, Nightmares, and Social Anxiety. My typical clients experience debilitating Panic Attacks, Trauma Flashbacks, Feelings of Unreality, Insomnia, Feelings of Detachment, Fear of Death/Suicide, Losing Control, Fear of Going Insane, Fear of leaving the house, Fear of Embarrassment/Rejection, Fear of Being Trapped, Driving Anxiety, Violent Intrusive Thoughts, Constant Daily Anxiety about Work, Love Life, and Transitions.

Hi there, I'm Dr. Marina Costanzo. It can be intimidating to enter (or re-enter) therapy with someone new, and face areas of our lives that we’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, shameful, stressed, or fearful about. I have a warm and non-judgmental approach to therapy, and hope to facilitate compassion, engagement, and empowerment. I will collaborate with you to provide effective tools for coping in the present, opportunities to safely explore the past, and to build hope, satisfaction, and joy for your future. I value working with clients facing all kinds of difficulties, from everyday stressors to larger concerns.

If you’ve ever found yourself in a dark place, then you know that you instinctually look for the light. Things happen in our lives that throw us into dark places. It’s easy to get stuck in these places and we can have trouble finding a way out by ourselves. However, we all have the potential to restore and brighten our light again, sometimes we just need a helping hand. We will be that helping hand. Whether your darkness is anxiety, sadness, trauma, low self-esteem, body image issues, ADHD, or relationship dissatisfaction, we will climb into that dark place with you so that you’re not looking for that light alone.

Do you find it hard to stop overthinking? Do you struggle with perfectionism? Do feel overly self-conscious in social situations? Or, maybe you experienced a trauma you can't seem to move on. I promise you, there is relief. Therapy can help you have freedom from your thoughts. Therapy can improve how you respond to distress so you can live your best life.

I specialize in evidence-based treatments for children, teens, and young adults with anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and behavior problems. I have extensive experience working with clients from diverse, multicultural backgrounds. I strive to provide therapy that is grounded in science, while honoring the unique needs of each individual. My approach is deeply relational, and I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to understand your struggles and learn new tools. I am passionate about empowering clients to face their fears, change unhelpful patterns, heal from trauma, and develop more self-compassion.

Dr. Grad is a clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Her passion and goal is to help clients improve their mental well being in all areas of your life. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, stress management, PTSD, grief, health related concerns, and general wellness enhancement. Certified in evidence-based treatments for trauma, mindfulness-based meditation, behavioral medicine consultation, and couples therapy, Dr. Grad brings a comprehensive and integrative approach to mental health.

Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, incest survival experiences, addiction issues, phobia, panic, anxiety, C-PTSD or depression affecting your success? Are distractions impacting your optimal performance abilities at work, in your intimate relationships, or in relationships with family members or with yourself? Are you surviving instead of thriving? I provide accelerated psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are challenged by performance loss and emotional unhappiness. Also offer Diagnosis evaluation for addiction, mood, personality, and adult Autism spectrum. HSP and Kink friendly.

Are you ready to begin your journey of healing? Do you feel stuck in your current relationships? You've come to the right place. It's time to uncover the source of your concerns and be unapologetic! I work with my clients to create a safe space to feel empowered, as positive change occurs, judgement-free and unapologetically. I promote positive mental health services through prevention, education, and interventions. I specialize in working with adolescents, teens, and adults within several demographics, including BIPOC and LGBTQ communities. I also work with couples facing relationship and sexual issues.

Accepting new clients for therapy in-person (California) and telehealth (California, Michigan)! Dr. Novacek offers expertise in evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. He uses a collaborative and strengths-based approach that integrates sociocultural factors as appropriate. He earned his PhD in Clinical Psychology from Emory University. Dr. Novacek completed his APA-accredited internship at UCLA and his postdoctoral fellowship at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center.

I utilize an eclectic and integrative approach based on the treatment needs of my clients, following best practices and evidenced-based treatment interventions. I feel one of the most important aspects of therapy is to help clients understand the context in which they are experiencing symptoms.

If you have difficulty forgiving yourself for what you have done, said, or failed to say have relationship conflict, feel depressed, anxious, or have trauma, you need a therapist who is empathetic, knowledgeable, and experienced. In my many years practicing I've had the pleasure of teaching, writing, and helping individuals, couples, and families with vastly different problems. As everyone is different, I adapt to your particular needs. I listen and I partner with you to accomplish what works best for you as I know a wide array of treatment approaches. In fact, I have taught them. I have a very broad knowledge base to draw upon.