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Gabrielle Ebert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91109  (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem and eating disorders. I try to creates a safe, non-judgmental space for all of my clients. With the right therapeutic relationship everyone at any stage in life can benefit from therapy. I feel therapy can be a great tool to help clients gain insight, heal, motivate change, and grow as a human being. I use a strengths-based and person-centered approach, often drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, somatic therapy and motivational interviewing techniques.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, self-esteem and eating disorders. I try to creates a safe, non-judgmental space for all of my clients. With the right therapeutic relationship everyone at any stage in life can benefit from therapy. I feel therapy can be a great tool to help clients gain insight, heal, motivate change, and grow as a human being. I use a strengths-based and person-centered approach, often drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, somatic therapy and motivational interviewing techniques.
(626) 876-2415 View (626) 876-2415
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Debra Susan Borys
Psychologist, PhD, FABPS
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90024  (Online Only)
Welcome! I've been in practice since 1990, specializing in helping people who've been victims of trauma (sexual, emotional or physical abuse, assault, harassment, as well as traumatic injuries, illnesses, accidents, disasters or climate distress), in child or adulthood. I also work with people having difficulties with major life transitions, such as moving away to college or a new city; divorce or bereavement; emotional challenges in changing careers or finishing training programs; or eating/body image. Helping people break destructive or unhappy relationship patterns is another area of my work.
Welcome! I've been in practice since 1990, specializing in helping people who've been victims of trauma (sexual, emotional or physical abuse, assault, harassment, as well as traumatic injuries, illnesses, accidents, disasters or climate distress), in child or adulthood. I also work with people having difficulties with major life transitions, such as moving away to college or a new city; divorce or bereavement; emotional challenges in changing careers or finishing training programs; or eating/body image. Helping people break destructive or unhappy relationship patterns is another area of my work.
(424) 258-5355 View (424) 258-5355
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Zoë Kahn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Zoë. I'm a licensed psychotherapist with over ten years of experience in mental health. I work with individuals and couples who are seeking a deeper relationship with themselves and with each other. I find that with acceptance of your true self, the more confident you will feel in communicating openly, making hard decisions, setting boundaries and making desired changes in your life. This holds true in our relationships as well. When we learn to accept truths about ourselves, we can then learn how to communicate these truths to a partner. I would love to help you find deeper connection with yourself and your loved ones.
Hi, I'm Zoë. I'm a licensed psychotherapist with over ten years of experience in mental health. I work with individuals and couples who are seeking a deeper relationship with themselves and with each other. I find that with acceptance of your true self, the more confident you will feel in communicating openly, making hard decisions, setting boundaries and making desired changes in your life. This holds true in our relationships as well. When we learn to accept truths about ourselves, we can then learn how to communicate these truths to a partner. I would love to help you find deeper connection with yourself and your loved ones.
(323) 645-5972 View (323) 645-5972
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Sandra Hart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hello and welcome! You have likely been reading a lot of therapist profiles, so I invite you to stop and take a few deep breaths. Ok, let's begin. I have been working as a therapist for over 20 years supporting individuals and families with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, gender identity, sexual health, pregnancy and beyond. Relationships are where healing happens. I offer a variety of relationship approaches including attachment theory, narrative theory, queer theory, mindfulness, CBT and DBT. Each of these approaches emphasizes compassion, curiosity, lived experience, and diving into self-love.
Hello and welcome! You have likely been reading a lot of therapist profiles, so I invite you to stop and take a few deep breaths. Ok, let's begin. I have been working as a therapist for over 20 years supporting individuals and families with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, gender identity, sexual health, pregnancy and beyond. Relationships are where healing happens. I offer a variety of relationship approaches including attachment theory, narrative theory, queer theory, mindfulness, CBT and DBT. Each of these approaches emphasizes compassion, curiosity, lived experience, and diving into self-love.
(310) 356-9218 View (310) 356-9218
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Marina Talley Chatterton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90039
I help adults & adolescents who feel stuck at an impasse, professionally, creatively, emotionally or in their relationships. Therapy provides a confidential place to explore and understand those challenges, while offering an open & dynamic space to try new approaches and make changes. Originally from NYC, I am licensed to practice in both CA & NY which allows flexibility with bicoastal professionals, university students, family members, work partners or couples.
I help adults & adolescents who feel stuck at an impasse, professionally, creatively, emotionally or in their relationships. Therapy provides a confidential place to explore and understand those challenges, while offering an open & dynamic space to try new approaches and make changes. Originally from NYC, I am licensed to practice in both CA & NY which allows flexibility with bicoastal professionals, university students, family members, work partners or couples.
(323) 482-0474 View (323) 482-0474
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Christie Schnur
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Life can feel incredibly hard - particularly in times of loss or transitions. Loss of a loved one, divorce, college, parenthood or just newly married. I am here for you. I will help you transform and create a new and empowering life. I have helped hundreds of college students, couples, families and individuals to conquer their struggles and fears and achieve peace, happiness and success. Learn how to stop sabotaging patterns that keep you stuck, lost, anxious, depressed or overwhelmed. I will provide you with tools to support and help you overcome the obstacles that keep you from living the life you deserve.
Life can feel incredibly hard - particularly in times of loss or transitions. Loss of a loved one, divorce, college, parenthood or just newly married. I am here for you. I will help you transform and create a new and empowering life. I have helped hundreds of college students, couples, families and individuals to conquer their struggles and fears and achieve peace, happiness and success. Learn how to stop sabotaging patterns that keep you stuck, lost, anxious, depressed or overwhelmed. I will provide you with tools to support and help you overcome the obstacles that keep you from living the life you deserve.
(310) 620-8114 View (310) 620-8114
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Rachel Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Are you struggling to figure out how to best support your child? The early childhood years can be trying for parents who don’t want to repeat family patterns, and yet question their own intuition. When the answers can’t be found in the parenting books, you may benefit from guidance specific to your family’s needs. Finding someone to connect with and help deepen your understanding of your child’s inner-experiences can strengthen your relationship with your child, and also provide the empathy and support you need to feel less overwhelmed.
Are you struggling to figure out how to best support your child? The early childhood years can be trying for parents who don’t want to repeat family patterns, and yet question their own intuition. When the answers can’t be found in the parenting books, you may benefit from guidance specific to your family’s needs. Finding someone to connect with and help deepen your understanding of your child’s inner-experiences can strengthen your relationship with your child, and also provide the empathy and support you need to feel less overwhelmed.
(833) 963-2579 View (833) 963-2579
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Jennifer Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90041
I can help you work through relationship distress, career challenges and creative blocks, life transitions, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, self-defeating behaviors, identity exploration, parenting stress, and the perinatal journey.
I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space to collaborate on your goals. With an integrative therapy approach tailored to your unique needs, we would work together to build a connection where meaningful change can occur, allowing you to live with more ease and move forward in life empowered by strengths, both old and new. I approach our work with cultural humility and an anti-oppressive framework that supports intersectionality, particularly for those who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQ+ or queer, women, creatives and artists, and birthing parents in all stages of their perinatal journey from preconception to postpartum.
I can help you work through relationship distress, career challenges and creative blocks, life transitions, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, self-defeating behaviors, identity exploration, parenting stress, and the perinatal journey.
I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space to collaborate on your goals. With an integrative therapy approach tailored to your unique needs, we would work together to build a connection where meaningful change can occur, allowing you to live with more ease and move forward in life empowered by strengths, both old and new. I approach our work with cultural humility and an anti-oppressive framework that supports intersectionality, particularly for those who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQ+ or queer, women, creatives and artists, and birthing parents in all stages of their perinatal journey from preconception to postpartum.
(323) 817-0442 View (323) 817-0442
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Yael Sherne
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Are you feeling anxious or depressed as a result of infertility or pregnancy loss? Is your confidence or relationship suffering due to the stressors of new parenthood? If you are struggling during your transition into parenthood, connecting with a perinatal therapist can help. I can help you improve how you handle stress and setbacks, develop your confidence and skills, and become a more connected partner and parent.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed as a result of infertility or pregnancy loss? Is your confidence or relationship suffering due to the stressors of new parenthood? If you are struggling during your transition into parenthood, connecting with a perinatal therapist can help. I can help you improve how you handle stress and setbacks, develop your confidence and skills, and become a more connected partner and parent.
(424) 622-1063 View (424) 622-1063
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Sheida Ashley
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90064
I have been in private practice for over 30 years now. My specialties are individual and couples therapy, and 12-step program for variety of addictions. Unlike the traditional silent non-directive method of psychotherapy (which is frustrating for most people)I have a very interactive style in sessions and you will get direct feedback from me. I believe in confronting problems head on and taking action for the ultimate victory over the presented issues and getting results. I am practical as well as spiritual in my approach. I have a new method of dealing with anxiety and depression, which is fast and effective.
I have been in private practice for over 30 years now. My specialties are individual and couples therapy, and 12-step program for variety of addictions. Unlike the traditional silent non-directive method of psychotherapy (which is frustrating for most people)I have a very interactive style in sessions and you will get direct feedback from me. I believe in confronting problems head on and taking action for the ultimate victory over the presented issues and getting results. I am practical as well as spiritual in my approach. I have a new method of dealing with anxiety and depression, which is fast and effective.
(424) 373-6833 View (424) 373-6833
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Tracy Kovacs Bevington
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
39 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
I work to help you be the best person possible. I empower clients to recognize their choices in life and take advantage of them. I enjoy working with adults, families, and couples, but especially love working with teens/adolescents and parents. I've had success with anxiety, stress, depression, family problems, relationship problems, and work and school issues. I have an eclectic style where I utilize methods that best suit my client's needs. I treat my clients with the utmost respect to create and environment of safety and comfort. My clients grow through the partnership we create together.
I work to help you be the best person possible. I empower clients to recognize their choices in life and take advantage of them. I enjoy working with adults, families, and couples, but especially love working with teens/adolescents and parents. I've had success with anxiety, stress, depression, family problems, relationship problems, and work and school issues. I have an eclectic style where I utilize methods that best suit my client's needs. I treat my clients with the utmost respect to create and environment of safety and comfort. My clients grow through the partnership we create together.
(310) 997-4989 View (310) 997-4989
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Valarie Gardner Emdr Trained
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90211  (Online Only)
I offer online therapy to both individuals and couples. Clients often come to me because they feel stuck in some way and are tired of spinning their wheels. I provide short-term, effective and transformative therapy as well as the skills you need to get back on track to living the more secure, loving, and fulfilling life you want.
I offer online therapy to both individuals and couples. Clients often come to me because they feel stuck in some way and are tired of spinning their wheels. I provide short-term, effective and transformative therapy as well as the skills you need to get back on track to living the more secure, loving, and fulfilling life you want.
(310) 961-9076 View (310) 961-9076
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Sharon M. Coulter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, PPS, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Life is messy but my philosophy is that even crisis brings great opportunity for growth. Whether you're an adolescent, adult, or couple, our work together integrates therapeutic approaches such as Compassionate/Non-Violent Communication, Tapping (EFT), CBT, EMDR, Gestalt and Internal Family Systems, Hypnosis, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Anxiety and depression are the organism's way of expressing the need for help. Whether you're looking to address past trauma, increase self confidence and self compassion, grieve or nurture a relationship, or support yourself through a life transition, I am here to support you on the journey.
Life is messy but my philosophy is that even crisis brings great opportunity for growth. Whether you're an adolescent, adult, or couple, our work together integrates therapeutic approaches such as Compassionate/Non-Violent Communication, Tapping (EFT), CBT, EMDR, Gestalt and Internal Family Systems, Hypnosis, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Anxiety and depression are the organism's way of expressing the need for help. Whether you're looking to address past trauma, increase self confidence and self compassion, grieve or nurture a relationship, or support yourself through a life transition, I am here to support you on the journey.
(310) 740-9038 View (310) 740-9038
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Eliana Palacio Salazar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tarzana, CA 91356  (Online Only)
My areas of emphasis include strengthening the bonding and attachment between infants and their caregivers, trauma resolution, depression, anxiety, guidance in personal growth, and relationship tension.
My approach to treatment is to provide a safe and open space that can enhance a unique journey toward healing and growth. I believe that each person has an innate feeling and wisdom of where they want to see themselves. My role is to help them explore those feelings and support them along the way. I enjoy working with diverse clients, of all ages, races, ethnicities, gender identities, and sexual orientations.
My areas of emphasis include strengthening the bonding and attachment between infants and their caregivers, trauma resolution, depression, anxiety, guidance in personal growth, and relationship tension.
My approach to treatment is to provide a safe and open space that can enhance a unique journey toward healing and growth. I believe that each person has an innate feeling and wisdom of where they want to see themselves. My role is to help them explore those feelings and support them along the way. I enjoy working with diverse clients, of all ages, races, ethnicities, gender identities, and sexual orientations.
(661) 466-2297 View (661) 466-2297
Photo of Melissa Burns, Marriage & Family Therapist in Los Angeles County, CA
Melissa Burns
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Monrovia, CA 91016  (Online Only)
With a warm and compassionate approach, I have been dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges for over a decade. My therapy style is influenced by my Christian faith, and I believe that faith can be a powerful source of healing and resilience. I have a deep understanding of women's issues, offering a safe space for women to explore their unique struggles and find empowerment. I also help guide clients through the various phases of life, whether it's adjusting to major life transitions, managing anxiety and depression, or helping those in ministry find balance and purpose.
With a warm and compassionate approach, I have been dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges for over a decade. My therapy style is influenced by my Christian faith, and I believe that faith can be a powerful source of healing and resilience. I have a deep understanding of women's issues, offering a safe space for women to explore their unique struggles and find empowerment. I also help guide clients through the various phases of life, whether it's adjusting to major life transitions, managing anxiety and depression, or helping those in ministry find balance and purpose.
(626) 329-4526 View (626) 329-4526
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Sameh Abdelmalak
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Monrovia, CA 91016
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with a diverse population, offering services to adults, children, couples, and families of different ethnic backgrounds, religions, spiritual beliefs, and sexual orientations. The anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, and relational distress can be very impending to the quality of one's life. Though I am trained in Trauma Focus CBT, Gottman method for couples, DBT, Attachment therapy, and motivational interviewing, if you have a hard time remembering when you felt good or feel like you are alone in your struggle, I would be glad to come alongside you and offer my counseling service.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with a diverse population, offering services to adults, children, couples, and families of different ethnic backgrounds, religions, spiritual beliefs, and sexual orientations. The anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, and relational distress can be very impending to the quality of one's life. Though I am trained in Trauma Focus CBT, Gottman method for couples, DBT, Attachment therapy, and motivational interviewing, if you have a hard time remembering when you felt good or feel like you are alone in your struggle, I would be glad to come alongside you and offer my counseling service.
(626) 610-4542 View (626) 610-4542
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Martha Kahane
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Altadena, CA 91001
The therapeutic relationship is a powerful vehicle for transformation. Through developing a trusting relationship where all feelings are welcome, I teach people to trust themselves and thus live more satisfying and authentic lives. My primary theoretical approach is object relations. This implies that relationships imprinted in early life play out and can be reworked in therapy wherein the client can internalize healthier ways of interacting. I am privileged to engage in this deeply personal process with people motivated by their suffering to find more effective ways to relate to themselves and others. I am also trained in EMDR.
The therapeutic relationship is a powerful vehicle for transformation. Through developing a trusting relationship where all feelings are welcome, I teach people to trust themselves and thus live more satisfying and authentic lives. My primary theoretical approach is object relations. This implies that relationships imprinted in early life play out and can be reworked in therapy wherein the client can internalize healthier ways of interacting. I am privileged to engage in this deeply personal process with people motivated by their suffering to find more effective ways to relate to themselves and others. I am also trained in EMDR.
(707) 901-7978 View (707) 901-7978
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Brooke Kaufman
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90039
Through individual therapy, couples therapy, and ADHD testing, I can you help you connect with what matters most to you. If you're feeling lost in your own life or have prioritized others over yourself for too long, let’s tackle the roots of how you got here, learn to value your worth, and develop strategies to improve the quality of your connection to yourself and others.
Through individual therapy, couples therapy, and ADHD testing, I can you help you connect with what matters most to you. If you're feeling lost in your own life or have prioritized others over yourself for too long, let’s tackle the roots of how you got here, learn to value your worth, and develop strategies to improve the quality of your connection to yourself and others.
(747) 302-6585 View (747) 302-6585
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Laurie Kinigstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, irritability, or an overarching sense of overwhelm? Are you experiencing conflict with a partner or challenges adjusting to major life changes, such as the birth of a baby? Are you concerned you may be experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression or anxiety? Are you questioning your parenting skills or your relationship with your children? I am here to help! I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with children, adults, couples and families. My focus includes strengthening interpersonal relationships and building support systems to effectively manage life's challenges.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, irritability, or an overarching sense of overwhelm? Are you experiencing conflict with a partner or challenges adjusting to major life changes, such as the birth of a baby? Are you concerned you may be experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression or anxiety? Are you questioning your parenting skills or your relationship with your children? I am here to help! I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with children, adults, couples and families. My focus includes strengthening interpersonal relationships and building support systems to effectively manage life's challenges.
(310) 928-6301 View (310) 928-6301
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Nayeli Ordonez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90002
Hello, my name is Nayeli Ordonez and I’m a Latinx bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My practice consists of individuals, couples, and families with a variety of issues including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, trauma, navigating life transitions as well as Latinx challenges balancing culture and families. As a new mom, I am also passionate about helping expecting and new mamas navigate postpartum and its challenges. My communication style is warm, collaborative, and compassionate. My goal is to guide you through developing goals that are realistic and attainable for you.
Hello, my name is Nayeli Ordonez and I’m a Latinx bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My practice consists of individuals, couples, and families with a variety of issues including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, trauma, navigating life transitions as well as Latinx challenges balancing culture and families. As a new mom, I am also passionate about helping expecting and new mamas navigate postpartum and its challenges. My communication style is warm, collaborative, and compassionate. My goal is to guide you through developing goals that are realistic and attainable for you.
(213) 589-3310 View (213) 589-3310

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Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.