Therapists in Santa Monica, CA

Lories Khoury
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Anxiety Experts has offices in Santa Monica, Goleta, Montecito and Ventura, as well as virtual outpatient and Virtual Intensive Outpatient (VIOP) Treatment. Our team is specialized in treating anxiety, panic, social phobia, school refusal, OCD, PTSD, BDD, and disordered eating. These problems rob one's sense of freedom, confidence and self-worth. We treat these issues with a type of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Medical Nutrition Therapy from a Registered Dietician as appropriate. We have helped hundreds of adults and kids master their fears; research shows in-person and live video to be equally effective!

Corbett Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have found that disruptions in our lives carry on in our nervous systems, sometimes arising at inopportune times. Often, it is in these times we seek support; whether dealing with the loss of a loved one, a sudden traumatic event, the onset of anxiety or a reliance on alcohol or medications. I will create an environment that encourages reflection, honesty, and compassion to help you find growth, self-reliance and an eventual return to health. I will work with you to get through the most challenging times with courage and boundless growth.

Iris Nathaniel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I'm a holistic psychotherapist , with training in mind body modalities. I practice a unique blend of psychodynamic therapy combined with somatic modalities such as sensorymotor psychotherapy and EMDR. Sessions are individually crafted to fit each individual's needs at the moment of seeking help while relaying not only on cognitive restructuring and and uncovering unconscious emotions but also draws from the natural intelligence of the body and the most recent neuroscience, in order to heal past traumas , undo maladaptive patterns and create an empowered and fulfilling life. I am engaged and active during sessions and a partner on your road towards health and vitality.

Slobodan Nesovic
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Are you an ambitious entrepreneur, or professional who has scaled the heights of success but finds yourself burdened by stress and emotional chaos? You've climbed the career ladder but are you truly fulfilled? I specialize in working with professionals like you. Imagine trading your constant anxiety for focused calm, your stress for balanced productivity, and your strained relationships for meaningful connections. You've already proven you can succeed; now it's time to enjoy that success. Let's turn your hard-earned professional accomplishments into holistic well-being. Your success story is just beginning, write the next chapter.

Kathy Anne Conaty
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified
Verified
I work together with clients to alleviate symptoms of anxiety and stress. Together we identify behavioral patterns of critical and judgmental thinking that leads to self sabotaging behaviors. We untangle behaviors that are yours and ones that were projected on to you, by exploring the family of origins dynamics. This will help in all relationships. I have been practicing for over 35 years and have helped clients completely transform their experience, I have worked with anxiety and depression, abuse, trauma, loss and grief. Th goal is to love and accept yourself.

Lisa Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
If you're here it's because you are brave and ready to take the next step towards healing past wounds and letting go of relationships and patterns that no longer serve you. When we are in the midst of our darkness, whether it's because we are getting over a break-up, dealing with a sudden loss, recovering from a trauma, healing from past wounds, or simply not feeling worthy, it's often difficult to see all the possibilities that lie before us. If your ready for change and willing to do the work, together we can start manifesting the life you're meant to live.

Brittny McCarthy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
It takes courage to discover personal insight, to address current challenges, and/or to heal past wounds. And, we arrive to therapy for various reasons. Sometimes, we come as individuals, sometimes as a couple or a family. Together, we address your goals so that you can gain a better understanding of what may need to transform in order to live your best life-- whether it's a life transition, such as divorce or career change, the desire for different coping skills, addressing compulsions or addictions, experiencing loss and moving through the grief process, identifying a sense of purpose, or making sense of a traumatic experience.

Sheherezad Shashaani
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Is life too stressful for you? Is your relationship suffering? Do you feel depressed, anxious, or angry due to individual, relationship, family or career issues? Are you concerned about achieving your goals, and wonder about meaning of your life? Has this affected your self esteem and hope for resolving your issues? If so, you will find me compassionate, understanding, comfortable and safe in helping you connect to the strength within you. Together we will work to bring about healing and improve the quality of your life. I am a Jungian oriented psychotherapist specializing in working with individuals, couples, and children.

Kathryn Harrold
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
All of us create patterns of behavior in our formative years to help us survive real and perceived dangers. What are those patterns? How have those patterns inhibited our lives today? How can we break free from those patterns and develop a more alive and integrated sense of self?

Peggy Barrett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
The best gifts you can give are deeper relationships with yourself and others. When depression, anxiety, trauma or grief interfere with your life, your relationships may suffer both internally and externally. If your life seems chaotic or lacks meaning it can be daunting to deal with these on your own. The courage to ask for help and enter into a therapeutic relationship is a powerful first step. You are empowered to discover your essence and begin to find meaning and purpose in your life. I will work collaboratively with you to establish a trusting therapeutic relationship. This will allow you to trust your intuition and heal.

Neuropsychology Health Group
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
At NHG, we specialize in comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation and treatment of children and adults and provide both clinical and forensic services. We provide evidence-based assessments, drawing upon the latest discoveries in neuroscience, psychological theories, and educational research to create an effective and individually tailored treatment plan.
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Molly Nourmand Of Life After Birth®
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
The birth of a child can be the most joyful experience in a woman's life and simultaneously disorienting and disillusioning. As a licensed psychotherapist, yogini and mother, I will hold the space for the complexity of this transition and help you navigate challenges that include, but are not limited to: Changes in identity and body image; relationship issues; experience with postpartum depression and anxiety. My multilayered lens brings healing, integration, and transformation to the lives of others through both individual, couples and group therapy.

Erica Sanborn
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Are you dissatisfied with or disengaged from your life and relationships? Or do you just feel like something is getting in the way of living the life you really want? Therapy can help you understand why these difficulties arise and help you discover what you can do to cope with these challenges now. I use a collaborative relational approach to engage your curiosity about how early experiences, unconscious motivations, thoughts, or fears may contribute to your life today. Together, we will work to foster compassion for your struggles and motivation to create the life you desire.

Rishelle Maman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
At times we may experience challenging emotional situations. When these situations arise we can benefit from the support of a person outside of our inner circle of family and friends. Whether you are struggling or you are watching your child struggle, it can take a toll on all aspects of your life. Everyone can benefit from working with a therapist and feeling heard. No problem is too common, severe, or unusual to be explored and healed.
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Gerardo Horischnik
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I believe people want to express who they are and pursue satisfying work and relationships, but have emotional and cognitive patterns that keep them stuck. These patterns often consolidate into a persona that leaves people feeling not quite themselves, with needs unrealized, feelings ignored, and potential unused. Symptoms of anxiety and depression, addictions, or low self-esteem, are often the only messengers trying to let us know that we are needing change. In a supportive and safe environment, therapy can help to bring these patterns into awareness and liberate needs to connect, create, and expand with fuller emotional support.

David Y. Choi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
It's not easy to digest raw and painful feelings alone. In therapy, we'll work together to make sense of your fears, dreams, experiences, and relational patterns. I'll help you nurture the compassionate parts of yourself and be curious about how your past lives on in the present. Bit by bit, therapy can help you access and accept more of yourself, courageously face the realities of your life, and experience greater fulfillment in your work and relationships.

LA Teen Social Skills
Marriage & Family Therapist, (LMFT)
Verified
Verified
Teen friendships can be somewhat complicated... It's important for students in middle-school and high school to have someone they can turn to in order to sort through their feelings, and not just act them out.

Seth Schulweis
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist with over 32 years experience helping clients through life transitions. I bring good judgment and experience to the challenges that accompany such transitions and personal crises. I am a problem-solver and specialize in periods of change so that you are at your best as you work to achieve your goals. If you are seeking supportive, safe and productive therapy for yourself or someone in your family, I am ready to meet, talk and help. My practice focuses on transitions facing adults, adolescents, and children, as well as working with families and teams.

Emily Polak
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
You constantly worry about what others are thinking of you. After any social event, you wonder: "Did I say something stupid?" "What if they didn’t like me?" It's exhausting feeling like you have to win everyone over. Your inner critic berates you, creating an ever-present fear of messing up. Attempting to get everything right all the time is draining. You’ve tried to change this pattern, but you still find yourself seeking approval; feeling that you’re not enough. There has to be a way to go through life without the weight of trying to fulfill everyone's expectations–a way to find confidence from within.

Dr. Lauren Ahlquist
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My goal as your therapist is to help you discover a deep sense of who you are so that you feel empowered to make choices for your life in line with your values. Together, we will explore root causes of current problems and work to change old patterns that are keeping you stuck. Throughout our work, you will learn new skills, gain self-awareness, and develop the courage to move towards greater freedom and joy.
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Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.