Family Therapy in Torrance, CA
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Hillary M Sherman-Wicks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hillary Sherman-Wicks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her Masters Degree in Social Work from Arizona State University after receiving her Bachelors of Arts with Honors in Psychology from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She uses a flexible approach in working with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages to address a variety of issues, including ADHD, anxiety and stress, adoption-related issues, behavioral challenges, depression, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, parenting, and
family
and relationship difficulties. She provides therapy in English and in Spanish.
Not accepting new clients

Vanesa L Nunez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My
family
, my faith and my culture are a big contributor to my pursuit of becoming a therapist, as I have seen mental health services go under provided within my own community throughout my life. I have spent the past 6 years working in community mental health; addressing the following issues: domestic violence, co-dependency, anxiety, depression, grief & loss and post traumatic stress disorder. I work to build rapport with my clients and provide the best care possible. I serve adolescents and adults by providing services both in-person and via Telehealth.

Lianne de la Pena
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
I offer professional focus on balancing life during COVID, anxiety, depression, anger management, difficulty functioning, domestic violence, trauma, history of sexual and physical abuse, guilt and shame,
family
addictions and codependence, self-harm, grief and loss, multi-generational
family
reconciliation, phase of life transitions, multi-cultural issues, parenting skills, and forgiveness. Individual, couple and
family
sessions are available. My approach to therapy embraces the premise that people are inherently worthy and share a common, basic need to feel heard and validated in their relationships.

Monica Ariana Jaquez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
, I specialize in improving relationships as well as addressing issues related to life transitions, separation/divorce, and co-parenting.
Seeking help during difficult times can be a first step towards personal growth and healing. Talking with a professional in a safe and caring environment can help you navigate life's challenging experiences, as well as celebrate your successes and perseverance. Together, we can identify the best therapeutic approaches and solutions based on your personal goals. You will be empowered, motivated, and supported through this journey.

Sakeena Mirza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with clients of all ages as individuals, and also with couples and
family
units.
Perhaps you are struggling in a relationship, or dealing with the aftermath of a difficult life event. Maybe your child is acting in a way that you don't understand, and you are not sure what to do. You may have a unique cultural experience that you are not sure anyone will understand how to help you navigate. Or maybe you just don't feel right and need help figuring it out.

Annie Nardella
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Currently accepting new clients for appointments next week! Annie Nardella is a licensed Marriage &
Family Therapist
with over 11 years of therapeutic experience. She specializes in various areas of treatment, including ADHD, trauma, depression, and anxiety, as well as
family
and couple therapy. As a part of the Pacific Pain & Wellness Group, her mission is to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you on a path towards better living and emotional relief. Call us today to construct a treatment plan aligned with meeting your current goals towards resiliency and healing.

Hillside Counseling Center, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
For the past several years, my focus has been to help clients who are having difficulties with anxiety, depression, domestic violence, relationship issues, addictions, school pressures,
family
stress, and other challenges.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed and just don't know what else to do? In therapy, I provide an environment in which you can feel safe and encouraged when working through relationship issues or to make changes when life has become too stressful. I will work with you to help bring back hope, peace, and balance into your life. Change may not be easy but it is possible. I speak Spanish fluently and have worked with individuals, couples and families for years honoring their journey, culture, and uniqueness.

Melanie Bomar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Melanie is a Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
. She earned her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and has over 8 years of experience at Journeys working with clients of all ages and various issues. She has experience with clients struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression,
family
conflict, phobias, marital issues, etc. She is trained in EMDR. She also has over 16 years of experience working with teens in a youth ministry setting. Previously, Melanie gained experience in the Television and Music industries. In her free time, she enjoys wilderness backpacking & music.

Sharon Carrigg Bailey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT, LEP
Verified
Verified
As a therapist, I specialize working with individuals and families incorporating Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and
Family
Systems Therapy.
With 32 years of working with individuals and families, I specialize in helping people make changes/progress with depression, anxiety, marital discord, parenting, and other life challenges. As a therapist, I take a nonjudgemental approach in helping people take control of their lives. Some things to ask yourself: Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, or another life challenge? Does your child/adolescent need assistance in expressing feelings? Does your child/adolescent push the limits? Have you and your spouse grown apart? Becoming stronger as an individual/
family
and strengthening boundaries and roles are my number one goals.

Renee Rios
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PPSC
Verified
Verified
I possess a passion for helping others along their life's journey. In my work, I arrive with sincerity, humility, optimism, and professionalism. My purpose is to hold a safe space--- removed of judgment and bias--- in order to facilitate healing, growth and transformation, so one can fulfill their life's purpose. I serve infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations through an intersectional approach to client-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed, culturally-attuned, evidence-based, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapeutic interventions. Individual, couples, and
family therapy
available.

Camille Bien
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, EMDR
Verified
Verified
I'm EMDR Certified therapist and specialize in
family
systems, CBT, and ACT.
Do you feel hopelessly stuck, frustrated, depressed, or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel distant in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you find meaningful connections and balance the constant changes in life. In therapy, I can provide you a safe and warm environment for you to process your trauma or triggers. I will assist you in discovering your own strengths and developing new tools to manage negative feelings and thoughts.
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Bernard Nicolas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
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While superbly educated and experienced as a Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
, I always remember that the primary component of any healing I can facilitate is spiritual. I have a background as a creative artist and a community-oriented clinician. I work with children 6 and up, couples, families and individuals regardless of sexual orientation, race, religion, or economic status. I have also done a lot of work with adolescents dealing with substance abuse and adults facing workplace issues.

Sabrina Santiago
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have been working in the field since 2014 and throughout my time I have worked with adults, children/teens, and individuals with neurodivergence. When working with my clients I make sure to tailor therapy to meet their needs including: finding ways to make interacting with their world easier and more manageable, developing coping skills, and working on communication skills. I aim to empower my clients and help them realize that they are amazing and capable. When possible I also try to incorporate the
family
dynamic into treatment as
family
is an important factor.

Melissa Dumaz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I specialize in getting you to your desired goals in life as it pertains to your intimate,
family
, social, and professional relationships.
My mission as a therapist is to support and guide you along your path to finding a healthier you. Change, life transitions, and sometimes trauma, are parts of life. We all have the human capacity to heal and grow. My role is to assist you in achieving a more productive and satisfying life through developing your skills and unlocking barriers within.

Dr. Carol J. Piccirillo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I provide psychotherapy for individuals suffering from anxiety and sadness, as well as couple and
family therapy
.
Do you have anxiety and find yourself worrying all the time? Do your relationships suffer because you worry? Worrying affects your mind and body. It often involves nervousness, panic, fear, obsessive-compulsiveness, and embarrassment or worse, shame. Whether you have one of these experiences or all of them, worry disconnects you from loved ones. This leads to sadness or depression. You don't have to be alone with your worry (or sadness). Engaging in treatment is a difficult decision, but your commitment will be the first step toward releasing the emotions that stand in the way of you feeling safe, calm, confident and connected.

James A Stump
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Stress. Frustration. Anxiety. Depression. From work,
family
, relationships, financial burdens. All lead to anger, loneliness, sadness & possibly despair. Life was not meant to be pressured & unhappy & it doesn’t have to be. I can help identify your innate abilities & your God-given talents, the ones you were meant to realize & share for the benefit of yourself, loved ones & others. Be all that you can be. It is not only your gift, but your obligation. Make & leave a positive impact on the world. You are the catalyst; I am your facilitator if you allow me to be. At this time, I am only accepting fee for service clients via telephone.

Melissa Satram
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I also specialized in multicultural issues and diversity issues such as identity issues, life transitions, and
family
issues.
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.

Paula Ong
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You might be feeling stressed, lost, confused, overwhelmed, or stuck. Your thoughts and emotions feel “too much” that you just want them to stop. Maybe you've had enough of behavior patterns that get in the way of your self and your relationships. Maybe you've experienced life events that hold you back from being your most self. Or maybe you are unsure of where to even start. But here you are open to learning different ways of coping, being, and living. I can provide services for children, teens, and adults for individual,
family
, or couple sessions.

Jill L. Ruby-Wahba
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR-BC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Imagine what your life could look like if you felt more in control, self-assured, energetic and hopeful about the future. Your conflicts and challenges don't need to define you, consume you, or prevent you from being able to enjoy the life or relationships you desire. Imagine feeling wonderful just as you are. What if you had fulfilling, healthy relationships (with your spouse/partner,
family
, friends, colleagues or children), despite anxiety, changing roles or circumstances, traumatic experiences, addiction or abuse, grief, loss, or guilty feelings? Let me help you heal old wounds and create a life you love living.
Waitlist for new clients

Conscious Living Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Troubled by feelings of overwhelming anger, sadness, anxiety,
family
and relationship problems, communication struggles, daily stress, parent/child stress, a "terrible" teen, self esteem worries, or addiction/food issues? There is relief from these problems and the pain they cause to you. At your own pace let's get to the root of the problem so it can be managed and hopefully eliminated. Seeking therapy can be overwhelming and scary, but you have already taken the first step just by searching this site. Let's do the rest of the work together!
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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.