Infidelity Therapists in Sherman Oaks, CA

I am a direct and pragmatic person with a warm and empathetic demeanor. With over a decade of experience, I am adept at identifying the underlying causes of ongoing distress and dysfunction. My goal in working with clients is to help them develop understanding and insight about the origins of their problems so that they can utilize and enhance their current strengths to bring about growth and healing. In addition, I am actively involved with various research communities to remain current with the newest and most effective treatment modalities.

Welcome to my practice. I have about 15 years of clinical experience and have been featured on NBC/KCAL/HLN as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity , financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.

29 yrs exp..... Evening & Sunday sessions available. If you are experiencing the devastation of an infidelity I am here to help you. This is one of the most painful things that can happen to a Couple. The impact is deeply distressing on every level & the fallout is far reaching. Perhaps you are trying to decide whether you can work through it together? I have experience helping Couples navigate the stormy emotions that threaten to drown your relationship. Many couples do make it through this terrible loss of trust. Email me and let's see how I can help you.

Hope is Greater than Fear. Dr. Mitch PsyD and Lisa Relationship Life Coach, Specialize in Private Couples/Marriage Workshops. We have been Co-Leading our Couple's Workshops for the past 25+ years together, in order, to have a Male & Female Perspective of your Relationship. We Concentrate on your Problems/Challenges by Building up your Communication Skills. Common Issues are Infidelity , Anger & Control, Narcissism, Bi-Polar, Pre-Marital, Honesty & Transparency, Parenting & Blended Families, Jealousy, Co-Dependency, Intimacy, Emotional Abuse, Alcohol & Addictions, Anxiety & Depression and Building up your Self-Esteem.

I am an expert in the treatment of adult intimacy disorders and related addictions, most notably sex/porn/relationship addictions along with co-occurring drug/sex addiction. A clinical sexologist and practicing psychotherapist, I frequently serve as a subject matter expert for major media outlets including CNN, HLN, MSNBC, OWN, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, and NPR, among others. I am the author of "Prodependence," "Out of the Doghouse," and "Sex Addiction 101," among other books. I blog for Psychology Today and Psych Central. My podcast, Sex, Love, & Addiction, is rated as a Top Ten addiction podcast.

In my practice, I work with individuals, couples and families dealing with a variety of issues: anger, infidelity , marital discord, depression, anxiety, sexual abuse, early childhood trauma, self-esteem, grief and loss, acculturation, pre-marital counseling, post traumatic stress and war. I am familiar with the many difficulties people experience during tumultuous and unpredictable times. I assist the client(s) to learn and or recognize their strengths, gain new coping skills and the empowerment necessary to make changes.

People who come to see me are often dealing with painful life-altering changes, depression, or anxiety. Some have long-standing emotional problems that have affected relationships or progress in their careers. People who have had therapy in the past and found it helpful are seeking to learn and understand more about their strengths and vulnerabilities. Frequently couples are struggling to recapture good feelings they once had with each other. Others want to recover from discovered infidelity . With my help they seek to manage the guilt, devastation and pain of lost trust so they may create a new relationship on sturdier ground.

Due to Covid-19 all sessions will remain virtual. Let's face it, dating, sex, long term relationships and marriage can be really challenging. Just like other areas in our lives, we get help when we don't know how to do something. Why should sex and relationship help be any different? I offer couples and individual counseling for those who are struggling in their relationship, dating, with infidelity , sex, or deciding to divorce.

Are you locked in patterns of drug and alcohol abuse, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, insomnia, infidelity , mood or thought disorders? As an empathic therapist, I utilize EMDR within a family systems approach. My life's work is helping people uncover and target problematic patterns. Once patterns are uncovered, we take simple steps toward change. If you struggle with ADHD, Asperger's or learning differences, I would like to help you construct the right niche, where you can be successful and happy, feeling supported and understood. Changes made in therapy are rewarding. I want to be part of your change process.

I work with people who have suffered enough. If you or your partner are dealing with sexual integrity issues--pornography, prostitutes, affairs , addiction to sex and love or just sex-- change and recovery is a possibility for you. I also work with betrayed partners devastated by the discovery. Are you asking ,"Can this relationship be saved?". "Can I ever trust them again?" and "Am I a fool for staying?". NO, you are not a fool for trying to keep your relationship and family together. And YES, there is hope for healing

Are you seeking self-improvement? I want to help! I treat individuals, couples and families from adolescence through geriatric, offering a variety of approaches from DBT to EMDR to deep psychodynamic exploration. While compassionate and empathetic, I provide an interactive, straightforward approach to help you meet your goals quickly and learn to THRIVE. I've authored 4 published books, hosted a weekly psychology-related podcast, and have appeared on numerous national TV shows (e.g. Tyra Banks). For more information on services and products, and a view of my blogs, please visit me at www.drdebraonline.com!

I specialize in couples, relationships and life transitions of all kinds. I'm mature. Been there myself and can light the way. I have a deep therapeutic toolkit tailored to your unique situation. I don't live in an ivory tower of psychoanalytic theory and am told I'm easy to talk to and compassionate. I believe in personal growth and walk the talk. I returned to grad school at age 60 to follow my lifelong dream to be a therapist and provide a welcoming environment where you as an individual or a couple can experience self-determination.

Does talking about sex make you feel uncomfortable? Do you struggle with not feeling confident in your skin? You are not alone. Many times anxiety may come from dealing with sexuality and learning how to maneuver in this world. Often, our parents didn't talk to us about sex and interactions that go along with it. Unfortunately, their parents didn't either and the cycle continues. I enjoy helping people come into their full sexual self. This new awareness tends to breed confidence that leaks into all parts of life.

Everyone has a 'sexual story.' Our culture has a love-hate relationship with sex and sends many mixed messages. I help people explore the legacy of their sexual story and identify the biological, social and psychological barriers to sexual health and satisfaction. I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at UCLA School of Medicine with 30 years of clinical and teaching experience. I developed my own model of talking to clients about sex ("Comfort-Inducing Sexuality Dialogue") that is both comforting and profoundly liberating.

Your children are watching you make a mess of your marriage. Sadly, neither of you feel understood or appreciated. You are each defensively protecting your position, yet things can’t keep going like this. It’s a lose/lose battle with the children as collateral damage. You’ve each gotten so good at ignoring & denying your partner’s point of reference, that you’re ready to throw it all away to win a fight. It’s not just your marriage at risk. Your children are now witnessing marriage as a disaster. What impact will this have on their future relationships? What are you role modeling to them?

You are trying to adjust to the "new normal." Covid-19 quarantine has taken it's toll on your access to friends, family, lovers and community. The winds are starting to shift, but you're wondering what's now safe. Not just safe virally, but following two years of physical isolation, you may have reconsidered your social and emotional values. What is it that you now seek? What do you want from family, friends and intimate partners? I invite you to book a session to launch your exploration of these core questions. Have you developed the fortitude to sustain yourself independently or are you ready for deeper more honest bonding?

I specialize in working with clients who are engaged in high-conflict, antagonistic relationships to restore a sense of inner calm and clarity. I work with teens, individuals and couples who are healing from Complex PTSD from a parent, partner, colleague or other close relationship. Together, we discuss narcissistic personality dynamics, ways to manage or exit these relationships, and healing from the effects of them.

As humans, we are hard-wired with a need for deeply felt connections. Feeling valued and finding a sense of belonging are both essential human needs. Even with the best of intentions, authentic feelings of love and attachment can be elusive, sometimes leaving us feeling disconnected and quite possibly anxious or depressed. That deficit can be profound. I provide a warm, empathic and collaborative space to explore, feel, and put words to these powerful emotions that have often been neglected. Together, we begin healing when we attend to these feelings allowing us to move forward to a more connected and joyful life.

Stress can affect every aspect of our lives. For example, a serious health problem can disrupt all aspects of your life, whether it’s a chronic or an acute life-threatening illness. You may feel hopeless, irritable, angry, and depressed. Relationships with family and friends may become strained. Being unable to engage in one's daily routine or attend school or work may be challenging, and you may experience stress related to academic performance, job security, or financial concerns, especially when the future is unclear.

As a licensed psychotherapist, I work with adults providing both individual and couples therapy. I have extensive training in treating anxiety, depression, narcissistic abuse, marital/relationship issues, grief and loss, and trauma. I also provide therapy for those making stressful life transitions, seeking a more balanced lifestyle, perfectionistic tendencies, self-confidence, and greater self-awareness. Together, we can examine how your thoughts and emotions are impacting your daily life in either helpful or unhelpful ways. What I love about this work is that I am able to inspire individuals to improve their life circumstances.