Therapists in Silver Lake, CA

Tamala J. Poljak
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
People seek therapy for so many reasons, but mostly we all want to feel loved, safe and understood. We want to feel a sense purpose & feel good enough as we are, and yet so many of us struggle to feel these ways. Sometimes our lives look very different than we imagined & we need help making sense out of things. We might be feeling numb or disconnected, uncertain or alone. We might be questioning the direction we are heading and need to find some hope or clarity. Self compassion & radical self-acceptance are cornerstones of my work. I'd like to explore these concepts with you and help you make meaning of your life and sense of self.
Not accepting new clients

Jessica R. Sardas
Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
Do you ever feel like you have to hide parts of who you are from the rest of the world? Are you stuck in patterns that feel hard to break? I’m here to help you work through these issues. Many people I work with come in for anxiety, difficulties in relationships, boundaries, perfectionism, creative blocks, low self-esteem. You don't have to handle these struggles alone. Being in therapy can help you find new perspectives around old issues that keep coming up. I also work with and celebrate people of all genders and sexualities. I maintain curiosity about your unique identity and find it important to hold space for all of you.

Joanna Greenbaum
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My focus as a therapist is to help clients work through old behaviors and thought patterns that are no longer serving them. I work with clients who are seeking personal growth, healing, and would like to develop a greater sense of personal agency. I provide support with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life changes, as well as isolation and loneliness. I also welcome clients seeking therapy for the first time.

Zoe Gillis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
You know that you have the skills, creativity, and passion to have the career and life you envision for yourself. And yet, you feel overwhelmed and a little lost when it comes to trying to balance both. I offer immersive wilderness retreats, which are different from individual therapy. Wilderness retreats are a place where you can slow down and reset your intentions. Take a break from the demands of life and get in touch with your own voice and what you need, so you can return to your work, relationships, and life feeling calmer and more grounded.

Karen Lewis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have helped countless people grow, heal emotional wounds, improve their relationships, and overcome anxiety, depression, sadness, and anger. I have had the privilege of engaging in work that has helped individuals, couples and families, who are struggling with various interpersonal challenges, to make choices that will support increased self-confidence, as well as fortify healthier, fulfilling relationships.

Emily Rued
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Welcome! We all experience struggles from time to time where we need more support. Coming to therapy will help you gain a better understanding of who you are, where you come from, and how to cope with and respond to life's challenges. I offer a personalized approach to therapy designed to help you discover new insights into yourself and your relationships. I work to create a space where you have the freedom to express yourself without judgement, and leave having felt heard and understood.

Winifred Flach
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
In this time of unprecedented uncertainty and stress, my clients have expressed new feelings of grief, isolation, exhaustion and burnout. They report difficulty concentrating, motivating and making decisions; and of course, they worry about what the future holds. I specialize in anxiety, panic, OCD, high-stress careers, the entertainment industry, relationships, and life transitions. I work with my clients to build coping skills, manage day-to-day stressors, and find a way to move forward even in the most challenging of circumstances. The way we work and live has changed, so we must change. I'm here to help.

Sarah Riehl
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I bring a mindfulness approach to psychotherapy, emphasizing an open, accepting, and non-judgmental awareness of oneself in the moment. By bringing awareness and compassion to your thoughts and feelings, you are able to deepen your understanding of yourself and create more meaningful relationships in the world. My style is gentle, patient and honest, having deep respect for the nature of the human condition and pace of meaningful growth. Our work together will encourage and challenge you in finding your way through fear and pain.

Sunyata Ono
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello and welcome! If you are struggling with identity issues, anxiety, depression, sexuality, self-esteem, life transitions, and/or relationship difficulties, I believe that we can work together towards healing, resolution, and growth. I work psychodynamically with individuals and couples who want to heal past traumas and pain in order to achieve greater self-awareness, acceptance, and freedom. I believe we are all greatly affected by childhood experiences and relationships, and by examining these we can create the space for greater clarity and growth both on an individual level and within current relationships.

Negar Sarshar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I work with young adults experiencing anxiety & self-doubt as they attempt to navigate dating, marriage, and career in their modern-day lives. I guide clients who feel overwhelmed juggling the demands of societal expectations on a path towards personal fulfillment and self actualization. Discovering how your past is affecting your present-day can help you get in the driver’s seat of your own life. Teaching radical acceptance towards all parts of you, I help you free yourself from the exhausting anxiety cycle & uncover the answers I believe lie within you.

Stella Chesler
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work with adults, helping my clients gain a deeper awareness of their experience, their history and their current circumstances. I work collaboratively and compassionately with my clients to make sense of their feelings, thoughts and behaviors and develop a sense of comfort and value in being who they are. Together, my clients and I explore their hopes and desires, and experiment with new possibilities and expanded ways of viewing themselves. I specialize in working with people who are struggling with past trauma, experiencing critical feelings about themselves or feeling challenged in their relationships.
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Robert Edward Diaz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with all populations but primarily adults, couples and adolescents. My work is to help you in meeting your potential and increasing abundance in all areas of your life. Working together in learning how to navigate in these difficult times with grace and ease. Healing, recovery and renewal. In hopes of increasing your self awareness, self- empowerment and self determination.

Mending Souls Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
At Mending Souls mission is to assist and facilitate the growth of each individual, couples and/or families where life goals and generational conflicts are resolved in a safe and non judgmental environment. At Mending Souls we strongly believe that every individual has their unique qualities and inner strengths that once genuinely listened to, challenged and repaired through treatment in therapy one can not only heal and thrive but regain their self worth and live life to their fullest potential.

Francisca Fenwick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My goal as a therapist is to help you examine your lived experience in a safe and inspiring way. In addition to my clinical experience I provide an environment that can be humorous and fun as well as vulnerable and challenging. We will identify the desired and undesired aspects of your habits and beliefs and attend to them with compassion and accountability. I am an active therapist and will help you connect the patterns and themes present in your psyche, in addition to your past and present actions, so that you can experience your life with increased self-compassion and gratitude.

Alisa Dennis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
People come to my office with a variety of concerns related to relationships, identity, spirituality, career, self-development, or life purpose. Others may be seeking relief from trauma response patterns, anxiety or depression. In a rapidly changing and tumultuous world, people often feel comforted by the presence of a therapist who can provide a safe enough space to understand themselves, resolve conflicts, and live with more coherence and freedom from unfulfilling relational patterns. I listen with an intuitive and compassionate heart and give you tools to navigate through stressful times with greater resiliency and embodiment.

Charles Pilavian
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
It takes courage to understand the need for healing. My mission in psychotherapy is to help you learn how to help yourself. It should be emphasized that psychotherapy is far from "one size fit all." Therefore, the art of change in psychotherapy is achieved through a thorough psychological assessment in order to apply the precise remedies to your specific challenges. As a result, healing is often achieved by re-conceptualizing your past and presence, but most importantly is to improve your outlook on the future. I have been practicing as a psychologist for 26 years, on three continents.

Thomas Duke
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello, I'm Dr. Thomas Duke, an experienced licensed Psychologist located in Pasadena. I provide therapy for adults, children, teens, and families.

Jennifer Kirk Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Does anxiety make it difficult for you to navigate through your day, leaving you unsure as to what to do with yourself? Or, are you feeling sad or even depressed? Are uncomfortable with loosening restrictions and feeling a bit socially awkward right now? Are you having difficulty focusing and you're wondering what's going on there? Is there a big life decision that you would like to make and you need to talk through? Do you need some time and space to figure out what you'd like to do with your life and how to find your way there. We can work together to determine what feels right for you, and create the change you're looking for.

Lisa Finlay
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My priority is to help clients lead a valued, fulfilling life. I work well with creative or insightful individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or major life decisions or transitions. In addition to working through specific challenges, psychotherapy is an opportunity for you to gain insight into why you act the way you do, explore who you want to be in the world, and better understand what you need in order to thrive. I feel privileged to do this kind of work with people.

Gabrielle Taylor, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Seeking help amidst the sea of therapists out there is overwhelming to say the least, and one's mental health is so personal, it is hard to know who can help. Psychotherapy is a collaboration in pursuit of your growth and development. I hope to provide a safe and private space where you feel comfortable to talk about the matters of the heart that plague you. I believe you deserve nothing less than a respectful and ethical relationship where you can delve into the darker spaces inside that house some of your deepest pains and heartbreak.
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Is online therapy a good option?
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.