Therapists in Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA
Chelsey Reese
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
My name is Chelsey Reese. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and 200RYT. As a therapist, I work to create and hold a supportive space for individuals, couples, and families to be seen, felt, and heard. I lead with curiosity, meet clients where they are at, and encourage clients to engage in a reflective process. We can tap into our greatest strengths and potential when we take the time to process our thoughts, emotions, and lived experiences.
My name is Chelsey Reese. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and 200RYT. As a therapist, I work to create and hold a supportive space for individuals, couples, and families to be seen, felt, and heard. I lead with curiosity, meet clients where they are at, and encourage clients to engage in a reflective process. We can tap into our greatest strengths and potential when we take the time to process our thoughts, emotions, and lived experiences.
Shauna Goodenough
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, and trauma are typical issues I work with.
Hi, my name is Shauna Goodenough and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy working with a variety of ages, with a focus on teens and young adults. My style is warm and supportive. I value client education and skill building to effect change.
Anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, and trauma are typical issues I work with.
Hi, my name is Shauna Goodenough and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy working with a variety of ages, with a focus on teens and young adults. My style is warm and supportive. I value client education and skill building to effect change.
Anna Raileanu Pincin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Hi and welcome! My name is Iris Raileanu Pincin and I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I work with individuals on a variety of topics such as depression, anxiety, trauma etc. utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused- CBT, Psychodynamic etc. In addition, I work with couples on communication, healthy fighting, discovering unmet needs and so much more by utilizing Gottman, Prepare & Enrich etc.
Hi and welcome! My name is Iris Raileanu Pincin and I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I work with individuals on a variety of topics such as depression, anxiety, trauma etc. utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused- CBT, Psychodynamic etc. In addition, I work with couples on communication, healthy fighting, discovering unmet needs and so much more by utilizing Gottman, Prepare & Enrich etc.
Paul Surace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
I enjoy working with teens, adults, couples, and families-helping patients to solve work stress, anger, self-esteem, communication.
Greetings. My name's Paul Surace, and I'd been working as a full-time Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with Kaiser Permanente's Behavioral Health program for the past 15 years. I tend to be a "straight shooter" -who is both goal oriented and solution focused with my patients, but very much collaborative in helping patients to decide what is their priority goals and discovering how my patients would like to accomplish these goals.
I enjoy working with teens, adults, couples, and families-helping patients to solve work stress, anger, self-esteem, communication.
Greetings. My name's Paul Surace, and I'd been working as a full-time Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with Kaiser Permanente's Behavioral Health program for the past 15 years. I tend to be a "straight shooter" -who is both goal oriented and solution focused with my patients, but very much collaborative in helping patients to decide what is their priority goals and discovering how my patients would like to accomplish these goals.
Nicole Watts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
She prioritizes mastering the relationship between thought, emotion, and action.
Nicole Danielle Watts, LCSW is an intuitive creative, public servant, and compassionate visionary possessing over 30 years of Clinical Social Work experience. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from The University of Maryland at College Park and her Master of Social Work Degree from Howard University in Washington, DC. She was credentialed as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the year 2000. Nicole has provided mental health treatment services in a myriad of settings. Her clinical work with youth, adults, couples, and families has spanned over three decades.
She prioritizes mastering the relationship between thought, emotion, and action.
Nicole Danielle Watts, LCSW is an intuitive creative, public servant, and compassionate visionary possessing over 30 years of Clinical Social Work experience. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from The University of Maryland at College Park and her Master of Social Work Degree from Howard University in Washington, DC. She was credentialed as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the year 2000. Nicole has provided mental health treatment services in a myriad of settings. Her clinical work with youth, adults, couples, and families has spanned over three decades.
Jessica Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
When I meet with my clients, I truly want to understand their issues from the onset to the present. This allows me to trust within the therapeutic relationship and also me to see my clients as whole persons, not a person that is divided into pieces. My approach with my clients is compassionate, strength-based, and supportive. While I also practice other modalities, I enjoy focusing on the ones mentioned to serve my clients better.
When I meet with my clients, I truly want to understand their issues from the onset to the present. This allows me to trust within the therapeutic relationship and also me to see my clients as whole persons, not a person that is divided into pieces. My approach with my clients is compassionate, strength-based, and supportive. While I also practice other modalities, I enjoy focusing on the ones mentioned to serve my clients better.
Patricia Gordan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Tricia works with adult clients working through relationship challenges, including parenting, as well as anxiety, trauma, and depression.
Tricia Gordan, LMFT Lic 85484, is a licensed marriage and family therapist who has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in various clinical settings for more than a decade. Because of her personal experience with a physical difference, Tricia has a uniquely empathetic way of relating to clients and helping them overcome adversity. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors, and parenting challenges. Tricia particularly enjoys sharing her knowledge about respectful parenting and supporting new parents in the many adjustments that come with welcoming new family members.
Tricia works with adult clients working through relationship challenges, including parenting, as well as anxiety, trauma, and depression.
Tricia Gordan, LMFT Lic 85484, is a licensed marriage and family therapist who has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in various clinical settings for more than a decade. Because of her personal experience with a physical difference, Tricia has a uniquely empathetic way of relating to clients and helping them overcome adversity. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors, and parenting challenges. Tricia particularly enjoys sharing her knowledge about respectful parenting and supporting new parents in the many adjustments that come with welcoming new family members.
Richard Dennis Brotman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFC
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
This practice is devoted to providing "no nonsense," brief, goal oriented psychotherapy to individuals, young adults, seniors, couples, families, adolescents and children. The focus of treatment is to assist the client in designing and attaining a realistic psychotherapeutic goal and in making meaningful long-term change. The practice includes an experienced, MFT registered intern who sees clients on a reasonable sliding scale basis. All clinical staff have special expertise in brief psychotherapy, parenting issues, behavioral problems in children and adolescents, disabilities, marriage and family issues and gay and lesbian issues.
This practice is devoted to providing "no nonsense," brief, goal oriented psychotherapy to individuals, young adults, seniors, couples, families, adolescents and children. The focus of treatment is to assist the client in designing and attaining a realistic psychotherapeutic goal and in making meaningful long-term change. The practice includes an experienced, MFT registered intern who sees clients on a reasonable sliding scale basis. All clinical staff have special expertise in brief psychotherapy, parenting issues, behavioral problems in children and adolescents, disabilities, marriage and family issues and gay and lesbian issues.
Danielle G. Sheppard
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, CSEP, BC-TMH, JCTC, JCDC
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Danielle Sheppard is a licensed clinician who helps individuals and couples realize and achieve their true potential. She recognizes that every person or couple is different in terms of goals, aspirations, and the pursuit of happiness, and that everyone’s path to peace of mind is different. As such, she strives to help each of her clients realize their strengths, values, and ultimate potential. She takes a holistic approach to therapy, often encouraging her clients to incorporate meditation and mindfulness into their self care ritual.
Danielle Sheppard is a licensed clinician who helps individuals and couples realize and achieve their true potential. She recognizes that every person or couple is different in terms of goals, aspirations, and the pursuit of happiness, and that everyone’s path to peace of mind is different. As such, she strives to help each of her clients realize their strengths, values, and ultimate potential. She takes a holistic approach to therapy, often encouraging her clients to incorporate meditation and mindfulness into their self care ritual.
Jose O. Alfaro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Emotional distress creates worry, stress, confusion, sadness, anger, emotional pain, and frustration among many other emotions. Do you ever feel that way? Is it because of family problems or hardships in your intimate relationship, or are you having negative thoughts about life itself? With 19 years of experience in mental health, crisis management, relationship conflict, domestic violence and child welfare my primary focus is to help you heal and find solutions. If you need professional help, I look forward to working with you in a safe, professional, and judgment free manner.
Emotional distress creates worry, stress, confusion, sadness, anger, emotional pain, and frustration among many other emotions. Do you ever feel that way? Is it because of family problems or hardships in your intimate relationship, or are you having negative thoughts about life itself? With 19 years of experience in mental health, crisis management, relationship conflict, domestic violence and child welfare my primary focus is to help you heal and find solutions. If you need professional help, I look forward to working with you in a safe, professional, and judgment free manner.
Chrystina Pope
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Hi there, I'm Chrystina Pope. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. who is passionate about supporting one's innate ability and desire to heal and live life with ease and joy. I am comfortable working with anyone interested in inquiring about their inner world to find ease and joy in being alive. I have experience in working with trauma, strong emotional reactions, anxiety, and depression, grief and loss, various levels of abuse and neglect as well as parenting and family systems.
Hi there, I'm Chrystina Pope. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. who is passionate about supporting one's innate ability and desire to heal and live life with ease and joy. I am comfortable working with anyone interested in inquiring about their inner world to find ease and joy in being alive. I have experience in working with trauma, strong emotional reactions, anxiety, and depression, grief and loss, various levels of abuse and neglect as well as parenting and family systems.
Garett Weinstein - Expansive Therapy
Counselor, AMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
My philosophy centers on creating a safe and inclusive space where individuals can explore their unique stories and identities. I believe in the transformative power of genuine connection, acknowledging the unique intersections of each person's journey and creating an affirming environment where diverse identities are celebrated. Together we will navigate the intricacies of relationships, identity, and personal growth in a holistic and affirming manner.
My philosophy centers on creating a safe and inclusive space where individuals can explore their unique stories and identities. I believe in the transformative power of genuine connection, acknowledging the unique intersections of each person's journey and creating an affirming environment where diverse identities are celebrated. Together we will navigate the intricacies of relationships, identity, and personal growth in a holistic and affirming manner.
Daniel (Dan) Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Hi there, I'm Daniel (Dan)! I have experience working with many different populations. From the most impoverished to the most successful. One common theme among people is how our emotions can affect our behavior in unpredictable ways. Most people already know the answers to their problems. By talking about themselves in a safe environment, and with appropriate feedback and questions, they start to solve their own problems.
Hi there, I'm Daniel (Dan)! I have experience working with many different populations. From the most impoverished to the most successful. One common theme among people is how our emotions can affect our behavior in unpredictable ways. Most people already know the answers to their problems. By talking about themselves in a safe environment, and with appropriate feedback and questions, they start to solve their own problems.
Garett Weinstein - Expansive Therapy
Counselor, AMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90012
My philosophy centers on creating a safe and inclusive space where individuals can explore their unique stories and identities. I believe in the transformative power of genuine connection, acknowledging the unique intersections of each person's journey and creating an affirming environment where diverse identities are celebrated.
My philosophy centers on creating a safe and inclusive space where individuals can explore their unique stories and identities. I believe in the transformative power of genuine connection, acknowledging the unique intersections of each person's journey and creating an affirming environment where diverse identities are celebrated.
Angelique York
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Welcome! My name is Angelique York, LCSW 14254. I use a collaborative approach which consists of a variety of therapy modalities, CBT, PST, and mindfulness. My specialties include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, self-doubt, identity issues, building relationships, workplace conflict, and boundary setting. My work is most effective using a combination of therapy modalities based on what my client is presenting. My collaborative approach includes problem-solving and solution-focused therapy, CBT, and mindfulness to provide therapy.
Welcome! My name is Angelique York, LCSW 14254. I use a collaborative approach which consists of a variety of therapy modalities, CBT, PST, and mindfulness. My specialties include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, self-doubt, identity issues, building relationships, workplace conflict, and boundary setting. My work is most effective using a combination of therapy modalities based on what my client is presenting. My collaborative approach includes problem-solving and solution-focused therapy, CBT, and mindfulness to provide therapy.
Ashley Ayala
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Accredited Parenting Coach, and Founder of The Modern Parent. Through my deep healing work with families, I have learned how vital it is to fully understand yourself in order to show up in alignment with whom you want to be. The clients I work with are ready to better understand how their current and past stressors, relationships, and concerns are getting in the way of living life fully and enjoying it. We peel back the layers and story that we have been told about the "problem" or how we view the "problem" and shift this narrative to one that allows us to function in a way we deserve.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Accredited Parenting Coach, and Founder of The Modern Parent. Through my deep healing work with families, I have learned how vital it is to fully understand yourself in order to show up in alignment with whom you want to be. The clients I work with are ready to better understand how their current and past stressors, relationships, and concerns are getting in the way of living life fully and enjoying it. We peel back the layers and story that we have been told about the "problem" or how we view the "problem" and shift this narrative to one that allows us to function in a way we deserve.
Amy Lebolt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I have a passion for working with sensitive people who excel in certain areas of life while experiencing dissatisfaction and disconnection in others. I approach my work with great faith in our innate capacity to heal and grow with adequate support and nurturance, and draw from a rich background which includes working in addiction, mental health and trauma, as well as palliative and hospice care. On a personal note, I bring my own experience with parenting children through adulthood, shifting roles across the lifespan, and spirituality to the therapeutic process and welcome individuals & couples facing crossroads in their lives.
I have a passion for working with sensitive people who excel in certain areas of life while experiencing dissatisfaction and disconnection in others. I approach my work with great faith in our innate capacity to heal and grow with adequate support and nurturance, and draw from a rich background which includes working in addiction, mental health and trauma, as well as palliative and hospice care. On a personal note, I bring my own experience with parenting children through adulthood, shifting roles across the lifespan, and spirituality to the therapeutic process and welcome individuals & couples facing crossroads in their lives.
Online Therapists
Natasha Davani
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Feelings of stress, insecurity, and sadness are often a part of life. But if feelings like these are becoming so overwhelming that they're affecting your daily well-being and relationships, therapy can help. I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship struggles. In our work together, we'll explore your core beliefs, foster self-compassion, and figure out solutions to come to a place of healing and fulfillment.
Feelings of stress, insecurity, and sadness are often a part of life. But if feelings like these are becoming so overwhelming that they're affecting your daily well-being and relationships, therapy can help. I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship struggles. In our work together, we'll explore your core beliefs, foster self-compassion, and figure out solutions to come to a place of healing and fulfillment.
Ronit Farzam
Psychologist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Some of my specialities are: Depression, Anxiety – Phobia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, PTSD – Recent and Childhood Traumas, Domestic Violence, Parenting, Marital and Relationship Issues, ADHD, Self-Confidence and Self-esteem, Anger Management, Grief and Loss, and Personal Growth.
I understand that therapy demands your time, money, and energy and I genuinely value your investment. I believe in maximizing your time in therapy and collaborate with you in clarifying and establishing your goals from the beginning in order to utilize every session to get you one step closer to where you want to be in your life. I consider myself an interactive therapist. I engage with my clients by coaching them to align their thoughts, feelings, and actions in order to understand themselves better and move forward to enjoy the changes they wish to see in their lives.
Some of my specialities are: Depression, Anxiety – Phobia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, PTSD – Recent and Childhood Traumas, Domestic Violence, Parenting, Marital and Relationship Issues, ADHD, Self-Confidence and Self-esteem, Anger Management, Grief and Loss, and Personal Growth.
I understand that therapy demands your time, money, and energy and I genuinely value your investment. I believe in maximizing your time in therapy and collaborate with you in clarifying and establishing your goals from the beginning in order to utilize every session to get you one step closer to where you want to be in your life. I consider myself an interactive therapist. I engage with my clients by coaching them to align their thoughts, feelings, and actions in order to understand themselves better and move forward to enjoy the changes they wish to see in their lives.
Jennifer Govea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Online Only)
We will get to know each other before determining which type of therapy will work for you, as every person, relationship, and situation is unique.
Hi, I'm Jennifer. I became a therapist by first being introduced to therapy as a client myself. I had difficulty finding a good fit and felt I could be an effective therapist myself. Are you feeling anxious about the prospect of beginning or resuming therapy? Maybe you fear judgment in telling your story to someone else? I found it exhausting to retell my story each time I began with a new therapist, but I eventually found a good fit and was able to get the treatment I needed. I use a nonjudgmental stance in my approach in order to optimize healing and allow for personal growth in a safe space.
We will get to know each other before determining which type of therapy will work for you, as every person, relationship, and situation is unique.
Hi, I'm Jennifer. I became a therapist by first being introduced to therapy as a client myself. I had difficulty finding a good fit and felt I could be an effective therapist myself. Are you feeling anxious about the prospect of beginning or resuming therapy? Maybe you fear judgment in telling your story to someone else? I found it exhausting to retell my story each time I began with a new therapist, but I eventually found a good fit and was able to get the treatment I needed. I use a nonjudgmental stance in my approach in order to optimize healing and allow for personal growth in a safe space.
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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.