Therapists in Westlake Village, CA
Are you dealing with challenging situations? Sometimes life gets overwhelming & it can be helpful to talk to someone who is not in your family or social circle. With my training and experience as a therapist, as well as things I've learned in life, I would like to help you find yourself and/or your way through whatever you are currently facing.
Are you dealing with challenging situations? Sometimes life gets overwhelming & it can be helpful to talk to someone who is not in your family or social circle. With my training and experience as a therapist, as well as things I've learned in life, I would like to help you find yourself and/or your way through whatever you are currently facing.
Rachel Bornfeld
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Trusting and developing our capacities to navigate and effect even the most painful, stressful and overwhelming experiences, is key to overall health, well-being and growth. Understanding our early development and how it touches our present, defining boundaries; internally with thoughts, feelings and expectations, and externally with others, feeling secure in relationships, and being mindful and effective in communicating and reacting, are valuable ways of managing emotional and mental health issues and enhancing peace, trust, healing and growth. I work successfully with clients to develop these traits and states of being.
Trusting and developing our capacities to navigate and effect even the most painful, stressful and overwhelming experiences, is key to overall health, well-being and growth. Understanding our early development and how it touches our present, defining boundaries; internally with thoughts, feelings and expectations, and externally with others, feeling secure in relationships, and being mindful and effective in communicating and reacting, are valuable ways of managing emotional and mental health issues and enhancing peace, trust, healing and growth. I work successfully with clients to develop these traits and states of being.
EVENING APPTS. I chose a PhD in Clinical Psychology in order to help individuals suffering with the emotional pain and upheaval that life's ups and downs can bring. I enjoy a close working relationship and collaborative trust based connection with my patients, which brings the reward of personal growth and stimulates the healing process. With more than 28 years in the mental health profession, and 25+ years in private practice, I continue working to expand my education and experience to include a wide variety of psychotherapeutical skill sets.
EVENING APPTS. I chose a PhD in Clinical Psychology in order to help individuals suffering with the emotional pain and upheaval that life's ups and downs can bring. I enjoy a close working relationship and collaborative trust based connection with my patients, which brings the reward of personal growth and stimulates the healing process. With more than 28 years in the mental health profession, and 25+ years in private practice, I continue working to expand my education and experience to include a wide variety of psychotherapeutical skill sets.
Amit Yohanan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
My passion for therapy is rooted in the profound moment when a client says, "I did it." These moments of achievement, big or small, are what drive me to walk alongside my clients—celebrating their successes, mourning their losses, and offering consistent support as they navigate life. Research shows that one of the most effective components of therapy is the therapeutic relationship itself; With this in mind, I strive to cultivate an atmosphere of unconditional positive regard, where clients can feel fully seen and accepted, no matter what they bring to the table.
My passion for therapy is rooted in the profound moment when a client says, "I did it." These moments of achievement, big or small, are what drive me to walk alongside my clients—celebrating their successes, mourning their losses, and offering consistent support as they navigate life. Research shows that one of the most effective components of therapy is the therapeutic relationship itself; With this in mind, I strive to cultivate an atmosphere of unconditional positive regard, where clients can feel fully seen and accepted, no matter what they bring to the table.
My clientele are children, adolescents, and adult struggling with adjusting to life stressors, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and personality disorder traits. Currently my practice is primarily working with females but I work with both females and males. I have worked in the field of psychology for over 10 years. I also provide Quotient ADHD testing.
My clientele are children, adolescents, and adult struggling with adjusting to life stressors, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and personality disorder traits. Currently my practice is primarily working with females but I work with both females and males. I have worked in the field of psychology for over 10 years. I also provide Quotient ADHD testing.
Samantha Severn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Being a human is hard, but it's also beautiful. From the time we were born up until this very moment we have been shaped by countless relationships and experiences, some having equipped us with the tools necessary to help us along our journey, others having left us with deep wounds that have hindered our ability to move forward. That’s where I come in. With your permission, I would love to join you in this current stretch of your journey so we can navigate this road together and heal the wounds that have been keeping you stuck. Let me meet you where you are and help you to move forward into the rest of your life with confidence.
Being a human is hard, but it's also beautiful. From the time we were born up until this very moment we have been shaped by countless relationships and experiences, some having equipped us with the tools necessary to help us along our journey, others having left us with deep wounds that have hindered our ability to move forward. That’s where I come in. With your permission, I would love to join you in this current stretch of your journey so we can navigate this road together and heal the wounds that have been keeping you stuck. Let me meet you where you are and help you to move forward into the rest of your life with confidence.
Brenna Belnick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
I believe it takes an immense amount of courage to ask for help when you feel like you are struggling. Life can be unfair, relentless, scary, and exhausting at times. As a therapist, I believe that exploring and identifying the root of those negative feelings, thoughts, and/or events can be the recipe for relief and wanted change. I aim to create a safe, warm, trusting and transparent space for you to feel comfortable, confident, and cared for in.
I believe it takes an immense amount of courage to ask for help when you feel like you are struggling. Life can be unfair, relentless, scary, and exhausting at times. As a therapist, I believe that exploring and identifying the root of those negative feelings, thoughts, and/or events can be the recipe for relief and wanted change. I aim to create a safe, warm, trusting and transparent space for you to feel comfortable, confident, and cared for in.
Jennifer Brady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Welcome! I’m Jennifer Brady, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience and dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and build resilience. With a compassionate approach, I integrate Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to provide personalized, evidence-based care. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, I’m here to support your journey toward healing and growth in a safe, nonjudgmental space.
Welcome! I’m Jennifer Brady, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience and dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and build resilience. With a compassionate approach, I integrate Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to provide personalized, evidence-based care. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, I’m here to support your journey toward healing and growth in a safe, nonjudgmental space.
I am a therapist committed to helping others learn how to improve upon the lives they are living. My work focuses on meeting you where you are, supporting you with warmth, and moving forward together to make adjustments where you see fit. I believe that change lives through genuine connection and collaboration, and I am looking forward to fostering those possibilities for you.
I am a therapist committed to helping others learn how to improve upon the lives they are living. My work focuses on meeting you where you are, supporting you with warmth, and moving forward together to make adjustments where you see fit. I believe that change lives through genuine connection and collaboration, and I am looking forward to fostering those possibilities for you.
Maybe you are here curiously looking to see if there is a different way through. I know that feeling, and if you call me, I will offer you an experienced and grounded presence, a commitment to walking with you on your journey, and compassion, empathy and curiosity to find healing and acceptance. Therapy can be a transformational experience in a safe and collaborative space to address self criticism, wanting more from life or feeling stuck. There are many tools that we both have and can use to create insight and connection and I look forward to accessing the tools with you.
Maybe you are here curiously looking to see if there is a different way through. I know that feeling, and if you call me, I will offer you an experienced and grounded presence, a commitment to walking with you on your journey, and compassion, empathy and curiosity to find healing and acceptance. Therapy can be a transformational experience in a safe and collaborative space to address self criticism, wanting more from life or feeling stuck. There are many tools that we both have and can use to create insight and connection and I look forward to accessing the tools with you.
Looking for a therapist who truly gets you—someone sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, poly and kink-savvy, who also understands the complexities and nuances of OCD? If you’re tired of feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and stuck in the same old thought loops, you’re not alone. It’s time to embrace the parts of your identity you’ve been hesitant to explore because of what others might think and challenge those anxious thoughts. You’re ready for change, and you deserve a supportive, non-judgmental space to make it happen.
Looking for a therapist who truly gets you—someone sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, poly and kink-savvy, who also understands the complexities and nuances of OCD? If you’re tired of feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and stuck in the same old thought loops, you’re not alone. It’s time to embrace the parts of your identity you’ve been hesitant to explore because of what others might think and challenge those anxious thoughts. You’re ready for change, and you deserve a supportive, non-judgmental space to make it happen.
Meet Our Therapists
Brenn Blaisdell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Help with Relationships and Anxiety: You’ve tried to move forward, but you’re stuck. Despite giving your all, you find yourself trapped in the same frustrating patterns. Maybe you hoped by now you’d have the connection and stability you crave, but instead you’re overwhelmed by anxiety, fear, or a lingering sense that something just isn’t right. Feeling like you’re spinning your wheels and getting nowhere can happen to anyone, with any relationship — post-breakup, dating, situationships, family, friends, spouses. Therapy can help you break out of this cycle and create the life and relationships you want.
Help with Relationships and Anxiety: You’ve tried to move forward, but you’re stuck. Despite giving your all, you find yourself trapped in the same frustrating patterns. Maybe you hoped by now you’d have the connection and stability you crave, but instead you’re overwhelmed by anxiety, fear, or a lingering sense that something just isn’t right. Feeling like you’re spinning your wheels and getting nowhere can happen to anyone, with any relationship — post-breakup, dating, situationships, family, friends, spouses. Therapy can help you break out of this cycle and create the life and relationships you want.
Therapy is all about self-acceptance and rediscovering yourself, and I work in multicultural and biracial issues. In therapy with me, I will learn about you as you are your own self-expert; you know yourself best. From there, we learn what has been working and not working for you. The relationship we build in therapy is essential to the effectiveness of your treatment.
Therapy is all about self-acceptance and rediscovering yourself, and I work in multicultural and biracial issues. In therapy with me, I will learn about you as you are your own self-expert; you know yourself best. From there, we learn what has been working and not working for you. The relationship we build in therapy is essential to the effectiveness of your treatment.
Donna Toufer Berns
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, DCH
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative, empathetic and unique to each individual's personal needs. I believe the most important component of therapy is establishing a genuine, trusting connection. I strive to create a therapeutic environment in which the clients feel respected, supported and understood in order to actively explore deep personal issues and experiment with new ways of thinking and behaving about their present and future. During our process, we will explore emotions and relationships that impact your life. Together we will clarify the development of thoughts and feelings and understand how they shape us.
My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative, empathetic and unique to each individual's personal needs. I believe the most important component of therapy is establishing a genuine, trusting connection. I strive to create a therapeutic environment in which the clients feel respected, supported and understood in order to actively explore deep personal issues and experiment with new ways of thinking and behaving about their present and future. During our process, we will explore emotions and relationships that impact your life. Together we will clarify the development of thoughts and feelings and understand how they shape us.
Welcome! Over the past 20+ years, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds. I have experience working in multiple therapeutic settings providing individual, group, and family therapies. My therapeutic approach is to create a safe and nurturing place where you can be heard, understood, validated, and empowered so that you can reach your full potential as you embark on your journey of self-discovery, healing, growth, and change in your life.
Welcome! Over the past 20+ years, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds. I have experience working in multiple therapeutic settings providing individual, group, and family therapies. My therapeutic approach is to create a safe and nurturing place where you can be heard, understood, validated, and empowered so that you can reach your full potential as you embark on your journey of self-discovery, healing, growth, and change in your life.
Clare Teagle Patterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
I believe that whatever the reason you are seeking therapy, successful transformation requires a strong foundation of trust and openness between you and your therapist. With the genuine love and respect I have for all people, I establish this type of foundation, providing the warm & accepting environment needed to create a meaningful therapeutic experience... Together, we can uncover habitual self-defeating behaviors and attitudes that are keeping you stuck in a world where happiness & hopefulness have disappeared. With commitment to treatment and a desire to change, the happiness you thought was gone forever can resurface, & you will be able to find peace & contentment once again.
I believe that whatever the reason you are seeking therapy, successful transformation requires a strong foundation of trust and openness between you and your therapist. With the genuine love and respect I have for all people, I establish this type of foundation, providing the warm & accepting environment needed to create a meaningful therapeutic experience... Together, we can uncover habitual self-defeating behaviors and attitudes that are keeping you stuck in a world where happiness & hopefulness have disappeared. With commitment to treatment and a desire to change, the happiness you thought was gone forever can resurface, & you will be able to find peace & contentment once again.
Accepting NEW clients now! Are you looking for a therapist to help you embark on your journey of self-discovery and emotional awareness? Perhaps you've tried therapy in the past and are now looking to begin again with a fresh outlook. Most of my clients are young adults (18+) looking to improve their lives with therapy and learn different coping skills. Millennial and Gen Z individuals have unique issues when it comes to relationships, balancing school/work/life, stress, parenting, working through past trauma, and improving self-esteem. My practice is dedicated to you.
Accepting NEW clients now! Are you looking for a therapist to help you embark on your journey of self-discovery and emotional awareness? Perhaps you've tried therapy in the past and are now looking to begin again with a fresh outlook. Most of my clients are young adults (18+) looking to improve their lives with therapy and learn different coping skills. Millennial and Gen Z individuals have unique issues when it comes to relationships, balancing school/work/life, stress, parenting, working through past trauma, and improving self-esteem. My practice is dedicated to you.
Having retired from a 45-year career as a Family Law Attorney, Ms. Fleishman is now devoting her full-time efforts to Insight Counseling and Forensic Services which she established in 2017.
Having retired from a 45-year career as a Family Law Attorney, Ms. Fleishman is now devoting her full-time efforts to Insight Counseling and Forensic Services which she established in 2017.
Talia Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Are you feeling stuck in your healing journey? It is my belief that all people have the capacity to heal, my mission is to help you to access that power. Whether you feel out of control, deeply traumatized, or depressed; you’re not alone.
Are you feeling stuck in your healing journey? It is my belief that all people have the capacity to heal, my mission is to help you to access that power. Whether you feel out of control, deeply traumatized, or depressed; you’re not alone.
Anxiety Eating Disorders Chronic Illness - Sally McClain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westlake Village, CA 91362
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, and eating disorders. In addition, I work with individuals living with chronic illness and I have extensive experience working with Type 1 Diabetes. I focus on identifying the root of the problem and developing an array of coping tools to alleviate symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. Depending on my client, I do regular talk therapy, walk-and-talk therapy, equine therapy, and utilize various intervention styles. I would love to explore the ways that I can be of support to you and your loved one.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, and eating disorders. In addition, I work with individuals living with chronic illness and I have extensive experience working with Type 1 Diabetes. I focus on identifying the root of the problem and developing an array of coping tools to alleviate symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. Depending on my client, I do regular talk therapy, walk-and-talk therapy, equine therapy, and utilize various intervention styles. I would love to explore the ways that I can be of support to you and your loved one.
See more therapy options for Westlake Village
Nearby Searches for Westlake Village
- Agoura
- Agoura Hills
- Calabasas
- Calabasas Hills
- Camarillo
- Hidden Hills
- Moorpark
- Newbury Park
- Oak Park
- Simi Valley
- Thousand Oaks
- West Hills
How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Westlake Village, CA
600+
Average cost per session
$190
Therapists in Westlake Village, CA who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 90% | Depression |
| 85% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 68% | Coping Skills |
| 66% | Family Conflict |
| 65% | Grief |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 64% | Aetna |
| 57% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 47% | Optum |
How Therapists in Westlake Village, CA see their clients
| 73% | In Person and Online | |
| 27% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 21% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |