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Denise Richman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Porter Ranch, CA 91326
Children and divorcing/separating parents; Split households; Family members with mental illness;.
Having a safe place and a compassionate person with whom to share our struggles, concerns and hopes can help enormously to heal, find relief, and create more joy and satisfaction in our lives. I provide professional, high quality therapy, counseling and coaching, and I am dedicated to serving the needs of my clients. Offices in Porter Ranch, and Santa Clarita.
Children and divorcing/separating parents; Split households; Family members with mental illness;.
Having a safe place and a compassionate person with whom to share our struggles, concerns and hopes can help enormously to heal, find relief, and create more joy and satisfaction in our lives. I provide professional, high quality therapy, counseling and coaching, and I am dedicated to serving the needs of my clients. Offices in Porter Ranch, and Santa Clarita.
(818) 962-6439 View (818) 962-6439
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Claudia Sison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Porter Ranch, CA 91326
Currently accepting clients. I am a Latinx, Spanish speaking, and inclusive Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience working alongside individuals who are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, relational challenges, stress, low-self esteem, intense emotions, and/or numbing patterns as a result of trauma, family dynamics, planned or unplanned pregnancies, parenting dissatisfaction, life changes, lifestyle patterns, or maybe you don’t know what it is or why, but you find it difficult to be in agency and live in authenticity.
Currently accepting clients. I am a Latinx, Spanish speaking, and inclusive Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience working alongside individuals who are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, relational challenges, stress, low-self esteem, intense emotions, and/or numbing patterns as a result of trauma, family dynamics, planned or unplanned pregnancies, parenting dissatisfaction, life changes, lifestyle patterns, or maybe you don’t know what it is or why, but you find it difficult to be in agency and live in authenticity.
(747) 298-6329 View (747) 298-6329
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Myrna Isela Aguirre-Bashyam
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Porter Ranch, CA 91326  (Online Only)
Consultas disponibles en español. Are you undergoing a major life transition? A survivor of a traumatic experience? Do you find yourself worrying, irritable or just not the same anymore? You are not alone and you can heal! I offer a free fifteen-minute phone consultation where together we can explore your goals, and hopefully begin your healing journey.My name is Myrna, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I currently provide counseling services to children, adolescents and adults who mostly present with trauma related symptomatology, anxiety and depression.
Consultas disponibles en español. Are you undergoing a major life transition? A survivor of a traumatic experience? Do you find yourself worrying, irritable or just not the same anymore? You are not alone and you can heal! I offer a free fifteen-minute phone consultation where together we can explore your goals, and hopefully begin your healing journey.My name is Myrna, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I currently provide counseling services to children, adolescents and adults who mostly present with trauma related symptomatology, anxiety and depression.
(818) 280-8772 View (818) 280-8772
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Alejandra Trujillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Porter Ranch, CA 91326
I use primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Somatic Approaches, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Hablo Español. Specialty: Trauma. EMDR. Do you feel overwhelmed, not good enough, a failure, unimportant, invisible, powerless, helpless, alone, trapped, bad, like you are responsible for everything and everyone? Panic attacks? Do you often find yourself thinking: I should have done something, I have to be in control, I can’t trust my judgment, I am losing control, I'm going to die, I'm in danger? Or are you concerned that your child is unhappy, sad or depressed, withdrawn, cries often, is irritable or easily upset? Are you or your child upset from possible traumatic experience or had a major loss: divorce, dead, car accident, etc?
I use primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Somatic Approaches, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Hablo Español. Specialty: Trauma. EMDR. Do you feel overwhelmed, not good enough, a failure, unimportant, invisible, powerless, helpless, alone, trapped, bad, like you are responsible for everything and everyone? Panic attacks? Do you often find yourself thinking: I should have done something, I have to be in control, I can’t trust my judgment, I am losing control, I'm going to die, I'm in danger? Or are you concerned that your child is unhappy, sad or depressed, withdrawn, cries often, is irritable or easily upset? Are you or your child upset from possible traumatic experience or had a major loss: divorce, dead, car accident, etc?
(818) 671-1167 View (818) 671-1167
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Patricia M. Gutierrez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS , LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Porter Ranch, CA 91326
(Services in Spanish available if needed) Processing difficult experiences with an empathic and informed therapist can make the process less difficult and can help diminish the impact symptoms are having on your every day life. My goal is to help you identify current challenges, learn new ways of coping, engaging and interacting, and empower you to make meaningful changes. Using evidenced-based approaches, I provide quality care, meet clients where they are at and tailor treatment plans to your current needs. I will promote a safe space where you can share your emotions and not feel judged when discussing your vulnerabilities.
(Services in Spanish available if needed) Processing difficult experiences with an empathic and informed therapist can make the process less difficult and can help diminish the impact symptoms are having on your every day life. My goal is to help you identify current challenges, learn new ways of coping, engaging and interacting, and empower you to make meaningful changes. Using evidenced-based approaches, I provide quality care, meet clients where they are at and tailor treatment plans to your current needs. I will promote a safe space where you can share your emotions and not feel judged when discussing your vulnerabilities.
(747) 225-2891 View (747) 225-2891
Photo of Kim Scott, Marriage & Family Therapist in Porter Ranch, CA
Kim Scott
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Porter Ranch, CA 91326
In counseling, I will listen and support you throughout the depths of your personal winter and will help you find the invincible summer that lies within. There are times in life when we all struggle, but working together we can turn your struggles into transition points for personal growth. My approach is eclectic and always designed to meet my client's individual needs.
In counseling, I will listen and support you throughout the depths of your personal winter and will help you find the invincible summer that lies within. There are times in life when we all struggle, but working together we can turn your struggles into transition points for personal growth. My approach is eclectic and always designed to meet my client's individual needs.
(747) 222-1848 View (747) 222-1848
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Megan Mathewson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
Porter Ranch, CA 91327
I currently do not have any availability but am happy to provide referrals. I believe that people have an innate capacity to heal and make desired changes in their lives, but the work of personal and relational growth can be difficult and doesn’t have to be done alone. I offer a safe and supportive space where we can work together on creating what you want to see in your life. My style is collaborative, authentic and rooted in compassion. I use a blend of evidenced-based approaches, including CBT, DBT and EMDR for depression, anxiety, relationship challenges and trauma.
I currently do not have any availability but am happy to provide referrals. I believe that people have an innate capacity to heal and make desired changes in their lives, but the work of personal and relational growth can be difficult and doesn’t have to be done alone. I offer a safe and supportive space where we can work together on creating what you want to see in your life. My style is collaborative, authentic and rooted in compassion. I use a blend of evidenced-based approaches, including CBT, DBT and EMDR for depression, anxiety, relationship challenges and trauma.
(747) 239-4588 View (747) 239-4588
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Cynthia Haas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Porter Ranch, CA 91326  (Online Only)
I believe we each possess the resilience and potential to overcome life's challenges, make difficult changes in our lives, and personally thrive. My role as a therapist is to guide my clients to better understand their inner worlds, improve emotional well-being, and tap into unique resources to access their personal strengths.
I believe we each possess the resilience and potential to overcome life's challenges, make difficult changes in our lives, and personally thrive. My role as a therapist is to guide my clients to better understand their inner worlds, improve emotional well-being, and tap into unique resources to access their personal strengths.
(818) 746-3169 View (818) 746-3169
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Peak Performance Mindset, Coy Reyes LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Porter Ranch, CA 91326
Coy is a licensed psychotherapist with a decade history of working with survivors of combat trauma & sexual trauma, couples, grieving families, military, law-enforcement/ first responders, and coaches & athletes. Coy is also a Purple Heart recipient Marine Veteran with multiple combat tours. He has first-hand experience with what most people are going through. “If you feel stuck in a hole and do not know how to get out… I will jump in there with you, and encourage you to calm down. I will reassure you that we will get out because I have been there before.” (Currently taking IN-PERSON and Cash pay only)
Coy is a licensed psychotherapist with a decade history of working with survivors of combat trauma & sexual trauma, couples, grieving families, military, law-enforcement/ first responders, and coaches & athletes. Coy is also a Purple Heart recipient Marine Veteran with multiple combat tours. He has first-hand experience with what most people are going through. “If you feel stuck in a hole and do not know how to get out… I will jump in there with you, and encourage you to calm down. I will reassure you that we will get out because I have been there before.” (Currently taking IN-PERSON and Cash pay only)
(747) 252-5828 View (747) 252-5828
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Kelsey Sillerud
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, IFECMHS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Porter Ranch, CA 91326
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! I provide evidence-based interventions to provide quality care while tailoring treatment to best meet you or your child's needs. Utilizing techniques from Interpersonal, Neurobiological, Cognitive-Behavioral, Play and Attachment-based therapies, my goal is to help you identify challenges and unhelpful patterns, learn new ways of coping, engaging and interacting, and empower you to make meaningful changes. Our work together supports healing and can assist your family in creating deeper connection, better communication, and more moments of shared joy.
Welcome! I provide evidence-based interventions to provide quality care while tailoring treatment to best meet you or your child's needs. Utilizing techniques from Interpersonal, Neurobiological, Cognitive-Behavioral, Play and Attachment-based therapies, my goal is to help you identify challenges and unhelpful patterns, learn new ways of coping, engaging and interacting, and empower you to make meaningful changes. Our work together supports healing and can assist your family in creating deeper connection, better communication, and more moments of shared joy.
(805) 250-4758 View (805) 250-4758

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Leonel Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91324
Are you looking for a direct and supportive approach to healing and achieving personal goals based on your current situation? My name is Leonel Gonzalez, or Leo, as many call me. I bring a unique blend of strength, dedication, and empathy to every session, forming the bedrock of your healing journey. With a background rooted in service, I am here to meet you exactly where you are. Whether you’re grappling with trauma, anxiety or navigating complex family dynamics, my commitment to supporting you shines through.
Are you looking for a direct and supportive approach to healing and achieving personal goals based on your current situation? My name is Leonel Gonzalez, or Leo, as many call me. I bring a unique blend of strength, dedication, and empathy to every session, forming the bedrock of your healing journey. With a background rooted in service, I am here to meet you exactly where you are. Whether you’re grappling with trauma, anxiety or navigating complex family dynamics, my commitment to supporting you shines through.
(747) 281-2668 View (747) 281-2668
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Lisa Barker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324
Hello and welcome, My name is Lisa Barker and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 14 years of experience working with diverse populations. I am licensed in both California and Nevada. My therapy style is warm, engaging and collaborative. I support my clients in feeling safe and comfortable so they may gain insight into the issues that are presenting.
Hello and welcome, My name is Lisa Barker and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 14 years of experience working with diverse populations. I am licensed in both California and Nevada. My therapy style is warm, engaging and collaborative. I support my clients in feeling safe and comfortable so they may gain insight into the issues that are presenting.
(805) 723-2830 View (805) 723-2830
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Frederick Blum
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91325
I am Frederick Blum, Ph.D., LMFT. I have been providing therapy to clients since 1988 as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT 23846) and since 2010 as a licensed Psychologist (PSY 23388). I have training and experience using different approaches to help clients resolve and manage anxiety, depression trauma, ADHD, parenting, couples conflicts, and additional problems presented by the clients I have served in therapy. I have successfully worked with children over age 5, teens, and adults. I have treated individuals, families, couples, and groups of various types.
I am Frederick Blum, Ph.D., LMFT. I have been providing therapy to clients since 1988 as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT 23846) and since 2010 as a licensed Psychologist (PSY 23388). I have training and experience using different approaches to help clients resolve and manage anxiety, depression trauma, ADHD, parenting, couples conflicts, and additional problems presented by the clients I have served in therapy. I have successfully worked with children over age 5, teens, and adults. I have treated individuals, families, couples, and groups of various types.
(909) 406-2483 View (909) 406-2483
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Miriam Alvizures
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324
I am a Licensed Marriage and family therapist in Orange County, CA.
My therapeutic services are aimed at supporting children, youth, young adults, parents, families, couples, and elder adults moving towards healing, cultivating self-awareness, and self-love, re-connect to the present moment and having a sense of peace and wholeness.
I am a Licensed Marriage and family therapist in Orange County, CA.
My therapeutic services are aimed at supporting children, youth, young adults, parents, families, couples, and elder adults moving towards healing, cultivating self-awareness, and self-love, re-connect to the present moment and having a sense of peace and wholeness.
(559) 272-8831 View (559) 272-8831
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Mayra Rangel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91325  (Online Only)
I specialize in difficult family dynamics and various forms of trauma related to Latinx, multicultural & LGBTQ+ communities.
Do you find yourself feeling stuck? Do you find yourself in cycles that no longer serve you? Do you find yourself feeling sad, always worrying or  struggling with difficult memories?  Maybe  you find yourself struggling with relationships or struggling to be present in your day to day life. If so I'd love to help you! My goal is to provide an affirming, empathetic and empowering place to process the various aspects of your life that affect you, and help you live the life you've imagined.
I specialize in difficult family dynamics and various forms of trauma related to Latinx, multicultural & LGBTQ+ communities.
Do you find yourself feeling stuck? Do you find yourself in cycles that no longer serve you? Do you find yourself feeling sad, always worrying or  struggling with difficult memories?  Maybe  you find yourself struggling with relationships or struggling to be present in your day to day life. If so I'd love to help you! My goal is to provide an affirming, empathetic and empowering place to process the various aspects of your life that affect you, and help you live the life you've imagined.
(619) 975-3935 View (619) 975-3935
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Dulce Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91324
Are you constantly feeling triggered by past trauma? Constantly feeling on edge and anxiety filled? Feel unmotivated, fatigued and without hope? If so, let me help you. Therapy can help you find the motivation to reconnect with your friends, your family and yourself. Life can be a winding road, and when things go off course, you may feel lost, confused, and alone. My name is Dulce Martinez and I would love to help you find the tools you need to live your best life.
Are you constantly feeling triggered by past trauma? Constantly feeling on edge and anxiety filled? Feel unmotivated, fatigued and without hope? If so, let me help you. Therapy can help you find the motivation to reconnect with your friends, your family and yourself. Life can be a winding road, and when things go off course, you may feel lost, confused, and alone. My name is Dulce Martinez and I would love to help you find the tools you need to live your best life.
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Amanda Izen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91325
Have you exhausted all of your options for your child(ren)? Are you looking for support with their development? I understand how critical these stages are for children to foster resilience and adaptability. As someone who specializes in early childhood development, has experience as an educator, and is a family advocate, I strive to promote a nurturing environment for your child and family.
Have you exhausted all of your options for your child(ren)? Are you looking for support with their development? I understand how critical these stages are for children to foster resilience and adaptability. As someone who specializes in early childhood development, has experience as an educator, and is a family advocate, I strive to promote a nurturing environment for your child and family.
(818) 900-4513 View (818) 900-4513
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Lydia Nicole Silva
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91330
Let's be real, none of us have the perfect life, perfect family or perfect attitude at all times- guess what? Me neither! This means I am not fragile, I've been through devastating traumas, the gut wrenching pain of grief and the shakiness of self-doubt. We are all human and we all have different experiences with life. Your unique knowledge including your spirituality, culture and generational awareness can become your superpower to creating, realizing and understanding the world that you live in. Let's talk about it.
Let's be real, none of us have the perfect life, perfect family or perfect attitude at all times- guess what? Me neither! This means I am not fragile, I've been through devastating traumas, the gut wrenching pain of grief and the shakiness of self-doubt. We are all human and we all have different experiences with life. Your unique knowledge including your spirituality, culture and generational awareness can become your superpower to creating, realizing and understanding the world that you live in. Let's talk about it.
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The Bad Indian Therapist
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Northridge, CA 91324
Calling all South Asian Misfits who feel like they don't belong: Being yourself does not make you "less" of a South Asian; it makes you a more genuine one. If you have been ever labeled the "Black sheep" of your community or family, been told that you are "Too South Asian", or "Not South Asian enough", you belong right here! That's why I go by "The Bad Indian Therapist", because as someone who was raised Indian and Catholic, I've also been called these things too. I'm here to tell you that sometimes it's OK to be "bad", and even if we did everything right, we're still going to make mistakes. So, let's be "bad" together!
Calling all South Asian Misfits who feel like they don't belong: Being yourself does not make you "less" of a South Asian; it makes you a more genuine one. If you have been ever labeled the "Black sheep" of your community or family, been told that you are "Too South Asian", or "Not South Asian enough", you belong right here! That's why I go by "The Bad Indian Therapist", because as someone who was raised Indian and Catholic, I've also been called these things too. I'm here to tell you that sometimes it's OK to be "bad", and even if we did everything right, we're still going to make mistakes. So, let's be "bad" together!
(631) 540-1042 View (631) 540-1042
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Patty (Padideh) Fiore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91325
Whether you’re looking for individual, couple, or work counseling, I can facilitate a safe space for you to find clarity and address your concerns. My goal is to provide you with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to help you connect to your inner strengths. I have been working as a psychotherapist since 2005 and have accumulated a great deal of experience. I have treated clients who have suffered from depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, loss, performance anxiety, and self-esteem, as well as those who have difficulty dealing with significant life changes.
Whether you’re looking for individual, couple, or work counseling, I can facilitate a safe space for you to find clarity and address your concerns. My goal is to provide you with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to help you connect to your inner strengths. I have been working as a psychotherapist since 2005 and have accumulated a great deal of experience. I have treated clients who have suffered from depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, loss, performance anxiety, and self-esteem, as well as those who have difficulty dealing with significant life changes.
(818) 960-6608 View (818) 960-6608

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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.