Therapists in Malibu, CA
David E Bresler
Psychologist, PhD, LAC, DiplAc, NCCAOM, AAPM
My practice focuses on helping individuals, couples, and families who are suffering from emotional or physical pain or the aftereffects of trauma. We help them resolve the traumatic experience, as well as its consequences (e.g. physical pain, stress, disability, depression, anxiety, insomnia, medication dependence, isolation, etc.)
Although most of our patients have not responded to prior therapies, we've had outstanding success in helping them move from feeling a severe loss to finding a new and positive beginning. We love to work with people who are ready to change and eager to learn how to do it.
Norma Monroe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
We all have shared realities that change day by day with each experience and interaction with individuals. Whether it’s childhood experiences or current circumstances leading you towards healing through therapy, I want to help you understand and heal. I've helped people with everyday challenges such as cultural or relational issues or deep-rooted trauma, grief, depression, and anxiety. My focus is on the person-centered approach and starts where you feel comfortable and together helps you overcome what brought you to therapy.
Molly Brumagin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
I am a marriage and family therapist licensed in California with 7+ years of experience working with children, families, teens and individuals experiencing a variety of life’s challenges and mental health issues. Some of my specialities include life transitions, anxiety, depression, issues related to self-esteem, relationship issues, family issues, parenting issues & children with developmental delays. My counseling style is warm, empathetic and interactive. My approach is strength based and combines cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness and solution-focused counseling.
Chrystal Rahmani
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Life can be rough. Perhaps you are wondering if things will ever get better. Perhaps you want to learn more about yourself and the patterns that are linked to your unhappiness. Perhaps you want to explore your relationships, or work life. Whatever the challenge, psychotherapy can serve as powerful means to get curious and institute the growth and change you are seeking.
Richard Stephen Miller
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified
I am a seasoned mental health professional with two state licenses, and over 45 years of experience as a psychologist. In addition to my independent practice, until my retirement in 2007, I was a tenured full professor at California State University, Northridge and the Clinical Training Director in the University Clinic, where I supervised and trained psychology interns and psychiatry residents for thirty years. My first sessions are half-priced, which provides an opportunity for new patients and me to meet, without undue financial concerns. I have practiced from the same office in Malibu for more than 40 years.
Ronna Hoffman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
I work in many ways depending on the unique situation of my clients.
I find that working on both a conscious and subconscious level to be extremely precise and powerful in getting to the root of a problem, changing patterns and programming, letting go, facilitating a natural healing process, and replacing unhealthy with healthy ways of fulfilling certain needs, and achieving certain goals.
Alisa Ruby Bash
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified
Are you going through a challenging period in your life? Do you feel stuck in a situation you would like to change? Covid has triggered so much trauma this year. You are not alone. Do you struggle with anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, blocks, or insecurities? Do you wonder if there is more to life and how to find lasting peace and happiness, or balance in your life? I work with clients through traditional therapy, & a mind, body, spirit approach, including kundalini yoga, sound healing, and meditation. My goal is to help my clients find peace & create lasting change in all areas of their lives in my oceanfront Malibu office.
Carole Lieber Wilkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Infertility is a major life crisis that affects every aspect of our lives. If you are trying to become a parent, you are undoubtedly feeling sad, frustrated, isolated and angry.
You may be facing a decision to move on from genetic parenting, and moving into adoption or gamete donation or surrogacy. I have particular expertise helping clients make alternative family building decisions with which they will be comfortable. This includes teaching parents and prospective parents how to talk with children about their unique conceptions through ovum donation, sperm donation, adoption and surrogacy.
Linda Haack
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
PROBLEMS?? Let's talk SOULUTIONS!! My private practice offers both an in office setting, West Los Angeles area, or the convenience of Teletherapy sessions. The flexibility of Teletherapy sessions saves on your drive time & eliminates uncomfortable "psych" office waiting rooms. Teens, adults, couples & families have an opportunity to recieve the help they need in a safe comfortable setting at a time best for you! I am interested in assisting you with your conflicts, creating a healthier happier lifestyle for yourself and your relationships. Feel free to call me 858-451-0771 to get you the help you need.
Aly Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Do you ever feel like there are blocks in your life, preventing you from living it to the fullest? I believe that trauma, and chronic pain and illness, can be some of the most difficult things to overcome. But it is possible. I know this to be true from my own lived experience, so I’ve dedicated my professional life to helping young adults and women identifying folx navigate these challenges. If you have experienced traumatic events, big or small, or deal with chronic pain and illness, know that you are not alone. I see you, and I'm ready to step into the journey towards healing with you.
The Pointe Malibu Recovery Center
The Pointe Malibu Recovery Center offers world-class Medical, Clinical and Holistic services to individuals experiencing Substance Abuse and/or Dependence disorders, Mental Health Disorders, and Personality Disorders. Our Clients are individuals who typically have experienced levels of success in many aspects of their life while living with a substance and/or mental health issue that has gone on unaddressed. Through our services, centered around Evidence-Based Modalities of care, we help our clients in coming to terms with their respective issues, while engaging them in life-changing treatment to heal and grow.
Karen Gurr
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist that utilizes Brainspotting and Integrative Therapy. I treat anxiety, mood disorders and substance use issues and work with individuals with trauma, interpersonal challenges, memory loss from TBI and performance and creative blocks. In today's world, people from all walks of life struggle with the very real issues that come with just being human. Stress, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma are everyday experiences for many. How we deal with them often determines our capacity for wellbeing and happiness. Therapy can be an effective tool for identifying and resolving such issues.
Lydia Luna
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
You may be going through a time in your life when it has become too complicated or overwhelming; you may be struggling with feelings of loneliness, sadness, or anxiety. Maybe you feel unsatisfied with your relationships or simply need to re-evaluate your life to gain a better sense of direction. All of this is happening because it is time to re-examine and attend to yourself. Your life is a journey that deserves to be explored and you don't have to go through it alone.
Dr. Jeremy Fink
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified
Our lives have been turned upside down, as a nation and as human beings. It is not only the fear of contracting the COVID-19 virus, the fear that someone we care about may succumb to the virus, but also our financial stability and the upheaval to our lives, what we considered normal has been suddenly torn asunder. As a species, humans are highly adaptable. And, we will adapt to this too. Please reach out for help during these very trying times. It's better to act sooner than to wait if you feel your mental health is taking a toll.
Malibu Psychotherapy: Julie Hoffman Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, C-IAYT, ERYT
Verified
I come from the world of Narrative Post Modern Psychotherapy and have a practical, down to earth style with direct, candid conversation to keep the therapeutic relationship responsive to your needs. I work together with clients when designing short and long treatment plans, according to the diverse needs of individuals, couples and families. Since I am also a certified yoga therapist I am able to combine elements of advanced, personalized breath practices with tools from Cognitive Behavioral therapy. This evidence based combination is often highly effective when taught by a certified yoga therapist who also knows a client well.
Joanne Mednick
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Dr. Mednick is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specialized in a unique blend of various methodologies to offer her clients the deepest possible healing. Dr. Mednick has built her practice with clients worldwide. Through illness,trauma and addictions therapy, she transitions clients with the identification of living as "victims" or "survivors" all the way to that of living as "thrivers." Dr. Mednick strives to bring her clients completion in the trauma/addiction/illness cycle, and to move them from pull into the trauma vortex (pain and chaos) towards easily and consciously choosing the healing vortex (calm and relaxed).
Matthew W. Tentler
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTA
Verified
I offer a different approach to therapy that is less abstract and more focused on creating serious changes in ourselves. Issues regarding sexuality, gender, anger, trauma, and religious or existential questions are my specialty.
Compassionate Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
I am familiar with many issues that distract us from our need to feel loved and accepted by others. Problems that began in childhood or a single event that changed your life can be softened or solved with a compassionate psychotherapist who understands your challenges. Many people have found that our sessions can lighten the load, lessen depression and/or anxiety, teach you to set boundaries and heal relationships. After many years as a therapist, being married for over 30 years and raising a son, I have much to share. It begins with the courageous decision to send an email & begin your journey of self-discovery & inner peace.
Marni Kamins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Are you sick of self-sabotage? Do you want more confidence only to find that you are your own worst critic? Is your relationship with yourself frustrating you? I provide a safe, warm space for you to build self-esteem, and become un-stuck. I am passionate and committed to supporting you to achieve greater self-awareness, self-confidence and happiness in life. "Disordered" eating, Quarter-life-crisis, social anxiety, creative-blocks, Relational Trauma, depression, fear and anxiety are my specialties. I am also a fully licensed MFT in the great state of Texas!
Justin J Leitstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Justin Leitstein is a marriage and family therapist. The Malibu-based psychotherapist and former director of two acclaimed treatment centers works with individuals, couples, and families. Justin has an established reputation amongst many treatment professionals for providing instrumental therapeutic results for a wide range of challenges. He draws upon his refined therapeutic resources to deliver customized treatment programs for individuals and families.
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What type of mental health professional is right for me?
Some of the most common types of mental health providers in Malibu are psychologists, licensed counselors, therapists, psychotherapists, and licensed clinical social workers, all of whom diagnose mental health conditions and provide individualized treatment.
Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Malibu then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Malibu then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
How to find a specialist?
You can refine your search using the filters on this page. There are several categories you can filter by to find mental health professionals with the experience you are looking for. You may want to filter for CBT Psychologists in Malibu, or Child Psychologists in Malibu.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Malibu psychologists specializing in EMDR.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Malibu psychologists specializing in EMDR.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Psychologists in Malibu specialize in therapeutic approaches such as CBT, EMDR, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), among others. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Many therapists accept health insurance. Check to see if your insurance is covered. Feel free to discuss this when you contact the therapist.