Couples Counseling Therapists in Manhattan Beach, CA
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Monica Dahling New
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MSPT
Verified
Verified
We can work together to solve individual concerns or
relationship
crisis.
As a psychotherapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. As individuals progress through life challenges, therapy can be a vital component to navigating relationships, life stresses, and increasing self-understanding. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) therapy-recommended as an effective treatment for disturbing memories, stressor disorders, PTSD, trauma and verbal abuse. Contact me to learn more.
Naceem Navidi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Has your personal or family life spiraled into chaos or confusion? Are you hurting, feeling alone, anxious, triggered, and overwhelmed? Are you having panic attacks? Do you feel like you're stuck in dysfunctional
relationship
patterns. I believe most people suffer mental injury rather than mental illness. Fortunately, our minds can heal itself just as our bodies do when we are sick or injured. Yes, you can be free of feeling trapped and move on to live a meaningful life!
Buffy Trupp
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RCC
Verified
Verified
My clients tell me the process of becoming a parent - whether naturally or medically assisted, alone or with a
partner
- often brings up new and challenging feelings.
Individual Somatic Psychotherapy: Do you ever feel stuck in patterns that hold you back? Maybe you've been to therapy and gained insight yet you act in recurrent ways that continually limit you. In my somatic psychotherapy work, I illuminate your body's habitual tendencies, and together we skillfully update or replace them. When embodied patterns are updated toward well-being and practiced enough in the context of therapy, they become new habits and eventually, embodied expectations. When well-being patterns are embodied, habitual, and expected, you tend to experience lasting change.
Goulding Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work with teens, adults and
couples
.
I'm Hilary, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Let's work together to nurture self-compassion, build accountability and finally create lasting change. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for self-exploration and gaining insight. With every one of my clients, I work with them to build an individualized toolbox full of strategies for coping with life stressors. Life is hard, therapy can help.
Kimberly Hegg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize working with individuals,
couples
, and families processing difficult emotions.
If you are struggling, I would like to help. I have experience working with clients who are living with depression, anxiety, low self esteem, grief, trauma, communication difficulties,
relationship
issues, mood disorders, personality disorders, among many others. Working with individuals, we can explore life's challenges and how to move towards happiness and fulfillment. I have experience working with
couples
and families helping them to cultivate and improve interpersonal relationships. I believe that the client is the expert in his/her life and may need some help to process and move through challenges.
Dr. Carey Incledon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I specialize in providing compassionate and scientifically supported individual psychotherapy and am a Certified Gottman Method
Couples
Therapist.
I consider it a privilege to do the work I do—in fact, helping others heal, grow, and thrive every day brings great meaning to my life. I know from personal experience how life can sometimes feel unbearable. I also know from personal experience what it is like to work closely with a gifted psychologist to create a new perspective and a new life that are even better than before. I am passionate about providing the highest-quality mental health services to each of my clients and would love the opportunity to support you through this time.
Chelsea Derossi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, ATR
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you are a parent looking for support in managing a challenge with your child, tween or teenager or if you are parents looking to align on parenting strategies, I am here to offer you support. Inevitably, difficult moments arise as they are indicators of learning or growth that wants to happen for your child, your
relationship
or for your family as a whole. Every child or teen and every family is unique in their dynamics and difficulties so, I believe this work needs to be collaborative to find the solutions that will be effective specifically for you and your family.
Monica Dornick
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified
Verified
In creating a safe, comfortable, and growth-centered therapeutic
relationship
, I hope to give you a space to meet yourself in a compassionate and authentic way.
As an integrative and collaborative therapist, I am passionate about weaving a creative, holistic, and trauma-informed approach into my work with you. As a former athlete and first responder, I understand the connection between mind and body, tuning into both the emotional and physical sensations you may be experiencing using mindfulness techniques.
Jill Dictrow
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Often individuals or
couples
will feel depressed or anxious and they are not able to pinpoint what is making them feel that way. Things might be status quo or there may be a turn in a
relationship
but feelings don't feel the same. This is when you want to figure out what is going on the inside and work on the unresolved issues.
Kimberly Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with clients who are suffering from depression, anxiety,
relationship
challenges, trauma, abandonment issues, divorce, school stress, grief and loss, along with life transitions and adjustments.
Are you struggling with life's curve balls, which are negatively impacting your moods, motivation, stress level, which then affect your relationships, work, school, dreams and goals? As I join you on your therapeutic journey, I will help you navigate life's curve balls and challenging times through "connecting your life dots" (past, present and future) and by learning healthy coping skills and strategies to apply. My biggest goal for you will be to guide you on how to build your "solid sense of self," so you can live a life that is authenic and emotionally fulfilling.
Paul J Gibbs
Psychologist, Ph D, Psy D
Verified
Verified
I believe that people heal best by forming meaningful relationships. So, in therapy, I always seek to develop a genuine and trusting
relationship
with the person in front of me. I believe that a person’s true self emerges through this type of connection and knowing ourselves gives us the confidence we need to experience more joy and make significant changes in our lives. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, life transitions, loss, grief, troubled self-esteem, trauma, addiction, and
relationship
issues. I work with adults,
couples
, families, children, and adolescents.
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Sarah Stoker
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I currently practice in Manhattan Beach, and I have been providing psychotherapy since 1996. My orientation blends cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and family systems approaches to healing and change. I have a special interest in women’s issues such as postpartum depression, the transition to motherhood, balance between work and family, and poor body image. I also work with people who need help with
relationship
issues and life transitions. I work with adults, adolescents,
couples
, and families.
Orly Guzik
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I understand it takes true courage to seek therapy, and I am sincerely dedicated to creating a warm, respectful, empathic, inviting place to meet your individualized needs and goals. Through a supportive and trusting therapeutic
relationship
, we will collaboratively work together to navigate and promote insight into your current struggles, process your thoughts and emotions, help you heal from past experiences, and build your skills to cope effectively and foster satisfying relationships. I draw from a variety of approaches to best help meet your unique needs.
Nicole Barkopoulos, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My clients value the strong
relationship
we create together and appreciate feeling supported with compassion and kindness.
With the constantly changing landscape of society and the world, I offer clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, insomnia, life circumstance change, cultural differences and difficulties, a stable landing board in which to process their reactions, feelings, and thoughts during these often challenging times. The approaches to therapy I incorporate include psychodynamic, existential, family systems, meaning-centered, and cognitive behavioral, all while coming from a trauma-informed care perspective.
Vanessa Gonzalez Aceves
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Have you been wanting to be a parent for a long time and now that you are, it isn't what you thought it would be? Are you having a hard time feeling connected to your baby? How about to your
partner
? How about to yourself? Was your birth experience not what you expected? Regardless of where you may be in your parenting journey, whether it is in trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy, are new to parenthood, or are coping with pregnancy loss, I am here to help and guide you to a path of emotional healing and growth.
Cynthia M. Braden Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
Couples
learn how to practice communication skills such as active reflective listening and emotionally focused communication.
Due to Social Distancing, office visits are currently available on a limited basis. Tele-therapy appointments are available weekdays. If you are having trouble with pandemic adjustment, communication, family conflict, trust or feeling stressed, a few sessions of therapy can help you gain perspective, feel more centered, and improve mood and concentration.
Not accepting new clients
Domonick K Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, , MEd
Verified
Verified
My experience includes working with anxiety disorders, ADHD, autism,
relationship
conflict, effective communication strategies, marriage counseling, mood disorders, anger management, coping strategies, for the children, adolescent and adult populations.
We all experience challenges in life. When those challenges seem insurmountable it’s beneficial to seek professional assistance. My passion & purpose is to help others set and attain their individual positive life goals. I've utilized a variety of therapeutic approaches to assist clients in finding healthier perceptions of themselves and strengthening positive relationships.
Waitlist for new clients
Amarri Simms
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialties include the treatment of depression, anxiety, interpersonal/
relationship
issues, communication skills, phase of life problems, and workplace wellness.
Do you need support to remove barriers and work through obstacles? Do you want to accomplish goals and live in your purpose? Do you feel highly accomplished and just need a little help in maintaining your life balance and successes? Everyday, in every way we have the ability to get better and better, and I would be honored to support you in your journey. I have a passion and purpose to be of meaningful service to others. I combine my education, professional and real world experience to provide gentle, honest, and insightful care within a compassionate, client centered, spiritual approach.
Emily Pelky
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in supporting clients on their path to self-discovery as they navigate feelings of anxiety and depression, or journey through
relationship
challenges and life transitions.
Whether you're navigating a current issue, or holding onto longstanding difficulties, we can work together to bring your mind, body, and soul a greater sense of ease and flow. My approach to therapy is led with curiosity and filled with empathy. My intention is to bring compassion, intuition, optimism, and authenticity to your therapy experience. I will provide you with encouragement, reflection, and guidance through your time of healing and growth.
Jonathan Barris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
In addition, I have experience working with people with personality disorders, dual diagnosis and
couples
.
My name is Jonathan Barris and I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I work with teenagers and adults, of all ages, struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, or those that are just not feeling like themselves. These symptoms are often brought on by loss, childhood trauma, lack of self-esteem, personality disorders, and many other issues the client may not be fully aware of. As a therapist my job is to work in collaboration with my clients to help them figure out the best course of action that works for them. Please feel free to contact me to see if we are a good fit.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.