Couples Counseling Therapists in Wilmington, CA

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Evelin Lemus
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wilmington, CA 90744
I want you to be the best version of you, as a person, as a partner, as a career-oriented professional, as a mother.
Women go through many transitions in a lifetime. Whether in early adulthood of self-identity, sexual orientation, starting and graduating college, and transitioning into a career. In adulthood where work-life balance begins, we question the nature of our relationships, we contemplate on marriage and we find patterns that we would like to change. For other stages in life such as midlife plateaus, thoughts of retirement, and making peace to past experiences. This is for you, to talk, cry and figure it out in a compassionate space.
I want you to be the best version of you, as a person, as a partner, as a career-oriented professional, as a mother.
Women go through many transitions in a lifetime. Whether in early adulthood of self-identity, sexual orientation, starting and graduating college, and transitioning into a career. In adulthood where work-life balance begins, we question the nature of our relationships, we contemplate on marriage and we find patterns that we would like to change. For other stages in life such as midlife plateaus, thoughts of retirement, and making peace to past experiences. This is for you, to talk, cry and figure it out in a compassionate space.
(562) 352-2207 View (562) 352-2207
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Daniel Fong
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Wilmington, CA 90744
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California with over 15 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship distress, parenting challenges, addiction struggles, and intimacy-related issues. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm, interactive, and culturally sensitive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California with over 15 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship distress, parenting challenges, addiction struggles, and intimacy-related issues. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm, interactive, and culturally sensitive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
(562) 539-4018 View (562) 539-4018
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Maria Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Wilmington, CA 90744
I work with individuals and couples ages 18+.
Hello, My name is Maria Wilson, and I am currently a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist serving California clients. I specialize both in Couples Therapy and working with individuals suffering from Eating Disorders and co-occurring mood disorders and mental health struggles such as anxiety, grief, attachment struggles, relational dynamics, stress, and adjustment phases. I can't wait to meet you! My main approach is client-centered. However, I utilize interventions and skills found in Narrative Therapy, Attachment Therapy, DBT, CBT, and Psychodynamic Therapy, depending on the client's needs in therapy.
I work with individuals and couples ages 18+.
Hello, My name is Maria Wilson, and I am currently a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist serving California clients. I specialize both in Couples Therapy and working with individuals suffering from Eating Disorders and co-occurring mood disorders and mental health struggles such as anxiety, grief, attachment struggles, relational dynamics, stress, and adjustment phases. I can't wait to meet you! My main approach is client-centered. However, I utilize interventions and skills found in Narrative Therapy, Attachment Therapy, DBT, CBT, and Psychodynamic Therapy, depending on the client's needs in therapy.
(562) 573-7576 View (562) 573-7576
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Eyizah Acquaye
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wilmington, CA 90744
I have experience with LGBTQ+, diverse individuals as well as couples looking to improve communication and intimacy.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who would love to join you to explore ways to make life better. I can assist you in gaining insight into the patterns that may be contributing to your challenges and walk with you on a path to healing.
I have experience with LGBTQ+, diverse individuals as well as couples looking to improve communication and intimacy.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who would love to join you to explore ways to make life better. I can assist you in gaining insight into the patterns that may be contributing to your challenges and walk with you on a path to healing.
(951) 457-6876 View (951) 457-6876
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Christine Grantham
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wilmington, CA 90744
Christine (Tina) Grantham, LMFT 137916 I provide a supportive environment throughout the healing process. You will walk away with tools that you can use to resolve conflict, create stronger bonds, increase clarity, and find more joy. I have a strength-based therapy style that focuses on the whole person including the physical, spiritual, social, mental, and emotional areas of your life. My own experiences shaped my style as a therapist because I learned how valuable the connection formed through the therapeutic relationship can be. I enjoy working with teens, individuals, couples and families.
Christine (Tina) Grantham, LMFT 137916 I provide a supportive environment throughout the healing process. You will walk away with tools that you can use to resolve conflict, create stronger bonds, increase clarity, and find more joy. I have a strength-based therapy style that focuses on the whole person including the physical, spiritual, social, mental, and emotional areas of your life. My own experiences shaped my style as a therapist because I learned how valuable the connection formed through the therapeutic relationship can be. I enjoy working with teens, individuals, couples and families.
(408) 713-2660 View (408) 713-2660
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Kellisha Priester
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wilmington, CA 90744
I have worked across the age span with individuals, couples, and families to address issues that range from trauma, anxiety, depression, mood and behavior disorders, and substance/addiction.
Hi, I'm Kay Priester, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Clinical Counselor. With 20 years of experience in the Behavioral Health field, it has been an honor and privilege to support my clients through life's challenges and work relentlessly to reach their goals.
I have worked across the age span with individuals, couples, and families to address issues that range from trauma, anxiety, depression, mood and behavior disorders, and substance/addiction.
Hi, I'm Kay Priester, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Clinical Counselor. With 20 years of experience in the Behavioral Health field, it has been an honor and privilege to support my clients through life's challenges and work relentlessly to reach their goals.
(714) 266-1864 View (714) 266-1864
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Eric Llorente
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Wilmington, CA 90744
Hello! My name is Eric Llorente, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I look forward to helping in your journey and helping make the changes you would like to make in your life! I have various experiences in community mental health with severe mental health disorders such as major depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and Schizophrenia. I have a passion for supporting the LGBTQIA+ community as I have background work in gender and sexuality. I enjoy working with all clients from all walks of life.
Hello! My name is Eric Llorente, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I look forward to helping in your journey and helping make the changes you would like to make in your life! I have various experiences in community mental health with severe mental health disorders such as major depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and Schizophrenia. I have a passion for supporting the LGBTQIA+ community as I have background work in gender and sexuality. I enjoy working with all clients from all walks of life.
(562) 275-8369 View (562) 275-8369
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Maral Sultanian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wilmington, CA 90744
Hello! I'm Maral Sultanian, Ph.D., LMFT. My license number is LMFT47519. I espouse neuro-relational, integrative arts therapeutic, person-centered, psychodynamic, supportive, and interactive clinical approaches to your mental health services needs. I feel there is always a way to clearly express our needs in creative and interactive ways. I look forward to our collaboration and to joining you on your path toward healing and resilience. I am open to working with all clients. The initial assessment will indicate whether it is a good fit for the client to continue their work with me.
Hello! I'm Maral Sultanian, Ph.D., LMFT. My license number is LMFT47519. I espouse neuro-relational, integrative arts therapeutic, person-centered, psychodynamic, supportive, and interactive clinical approaches to your mental health services needs. I feel there is always a way to clearly express our needs in creative and interactive ways. I look forward to our collaboration and to joining you on your path toward healing and resilience. I am open to working with all clients. The initial assessment will indicate whether it is a good fit for the client to continue their work with me.
(562) 553-3505 View (562) 553-3505
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Joanne Talbot
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wilmington, CA 90744
I graduated from the University of Luton in England and continued her education, earning her Master’s Degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from the University of Phoenix. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with a background in crisis intervention. I began my career as an MFT, working in an emergency shelter program for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking with substance abuse and severe mental health issues. I provided individual and group therapy in residential and outpatient transitional housing programs.
I graduated from the University of Luton in England and continued her education, earning her Master’s Degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from the University of Phoenix. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with a background in crisis intervention. I began my career as an MFT, working in an emergency shelter program for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking with substance abuse and severe mental health issues. I provided individual and group therapy in residential and outpatient transitional housing programs.
(408) 668-0391 View (408) 668-0391
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San Pedro Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Wilmington, CA 90744
I believe that every individual is a whole and healthy being. Trauma that occurs in childhood or later in life creates a block that makes one feel less than whole and far from healthy. Because of this, anxiety, depression, addictions to substances, food, and other destructive behaviors become a way of coping. My goal is to help my clients restore the feeling of wholeness and well-being by providing a safe, supportive and nurturing environment in which they can work through difficult issues and restore their true selves. I see it everyday...
I believe that every individual is a whole and healthy being. Trauma that occurs in childhood or later in life creates a block that makes one feel less than whole and far from healthy. Because of this, anxiety, depression, addictions to substances, food, and other destructive behaviors become a way of coping. My goal is to help my clients restore the feeling of wholeness and well-being by providing a safe, supportive and nurturing environment in which they can work through difficult issues and restore their true selves. I see it everyday...
(424) 294-8944 View (424) 294-8944
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Chronic illness & Trauma Resilient Lotus Psych
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS , LMFT
Verified Verified
Wilmington, CA 90744  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety or chronic illness/pain? Has it become difficult to cope with your emotions and manage daily tasks effectively? Is it a struggle to feel understood or develop a sense of connection with those in your life? I am able to understand and challenge clients in a unique manner because I am a provider living with a physical disability and other chronic medical conditions. I also like to highlight that as a second generation Mexican-American raised in Southern CA, I take pride in serving my community, offering bilingual services, and giving people a safe space no matter their background or circumstances.
Are you struggling with anxiety or chronic illness/pain? Has it become difficult to cope with your emotions and manage daily tasks effectively? Is it a struggle to feel understood or develop a sense of connection with those in your life? I am able to understand and challenge clients in a unique manner because I am a provider living with a physical disability and other chronic medical conditions. I also like to highlight that as a second generation Mexican-American raised in Southern CA, I take pride in serving my community, offering bilingual services, and giving people a safe space no matter their background or circumstances.
(562) 784-5948 View (562) 784-5948
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Yantzi Sevilla Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wilmington, CA 90744
In working with clients, my theoretical approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, and Positive Psychology, alongside Motivational Interview (M.I). I believe psychotherapy and treatment are not "one size fits all." Treatment is tailored to each client, considering their needs, psychosocial experience, and cultural background. My main focus during the initial phase of working with the client is to build a therapeutic alliance. I recognize the difficulties clients experience in trusting their personal experiences/thoughts/emotions, so I assist the client in making that process easier.
In working with clients, my theoretical approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, and Positive Psychology, alongside Motivational Interview (M.I). I believe psychotherapy and treatment are not "one size fits all." Treatment is tailored to each client, considering their needs, psychosocial experience, and cultural background. My main focus during the initial phase of working with the client is to build a therapeutic alliance. I recognize the difficulties clients experience in trusting their personal experiences/thoughts/emotions, so I assist the client in making that process easier.
(951) 724-5648 View (951) 724-5648
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Cora Ramirez-Vasquez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR, Psy D
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Wilmington, CA 90744
Not accepting new clients
Life can sometimes become difficult. Unexpected changes such as a divorce, relationships problems, work transition, loss, or death in the family can trigger such difficulties. I will work with you to help provide insight, support, and new strategies to help you manage these life challenges. Therapy is right for you if you are interested in getting the most out of your life by taking responsibility, creating greater self-awareness, and working towards a positive change.
Life can sometimes become difficult. Unexpected changes such as a divorce, relationships problems, work transition, loss, or death in the family can trigger such difficulties. I will work with you to help provide insight, support, and new strategies to help you manage these life challenges. Therapy is right for you if you are interested in getting the most out of your life by taking responsibility, creating greater self-awareness, and working towards a positive change.
(562) 250-5688 View (562) 250-5688

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Laura Goddard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carson, CA 90745
My name is Laura Goddard, I have a master's degree and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. I am licensed as a marriage and family therapist. My specialty Mostly: Couples, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Bereavement, Work Related stressors, and ADHD. Marriage counseling, job related stress, ADHD, Trauma and Bereavement, and adolescents. Lately, I have been successful with clients over 60 years old dealing with the upcoming retirements and life after as they embrace a new chapter in their life. My Approach: Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focus, Inside Oriented Approach, and Trauma Informed.
My name is Laura Goddard, I have a master's degree and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. I am licensed as a marriage and family therapist. My specialty Mostly: Couples, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Bereavement, Work Related stressors, and ADHD. Marriage counseling, job related stress, ADHD, Trauma and Bereavement, and adolescents. Lately, I have been successful with clients over 60 years old dealing with the upcoming retirements and life after as they embrace a new chapter in their life. My Approach: Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focus, Inside Oriented Approach, and Trauma Informed.
(657) 256-3759 View (657) 256-3759
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Denise Hardy Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASWCM, CDWF
Verified Verified
Carson, CA 90745
My professional experience includes dealing with the aspects of psychological trauma and abuse, relationship issues, PTSD, and grief.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of professional experience. My practice as a psychotherapist is in behavioral health counseling, shame resilience theory, and complimented by key concepts and principles of solution focused therapy, positive psychology, mindfulness, and self compassion. I am a certified Daring Way (tm), (CDWF-Facilitator) LLC, a psycho-educational curriculum based on the research of Dr. Brene Brown. I work primarily with adults and those who want to achieve their best performances while striving for an enhanced quality of life. I am also a Certified Neurodiverse Couples Coach
My professional experience includes dealing with the aspects of psychological trauma and abuse, relationship issues, PTSD, and grief.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of professional experience. My practice as a psychotherapist is in behavioral health counseling, shame resilience theory, and complimented by key concepts and principles of solution focused therapy, positive psychology, mindfulness, and self compassion. I am a certified Daring Way (tm), (CDWF-Facilitator) LLC, a psycho-educational curriculum based on the research of Dr. Brene Brown. I work primarily with adults and those who want to achieve their best performances while striving for an enhanced quality of life. I am also a Certified Neurodiverse Couples Coach
(562) 507-1955 View (562) 507-1955
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Anjanette Dennis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carson, CA 90810
Hello. My name is Anjanette Dennis. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 27 years of experience working in mental and behavioral health. I am a skill-based therapist that uses solution focused, cognitive behavioral therapy to assist with challenges surrounding anxiety, depression, stress, anger, and sadness brought on by work, school, life, familial, or relational obstacles. I have years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. I strive to help improve self-esteem, self-care, communication, coping skills, feelings identification and feelings management, problem solving, conflict resolution.
Hello. My name is Anjanette Dennis. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 27 years of experience working in mental and behavioral health. I am a skill-based therapist that uses solution focused, cognitive behavioral therapy to assist with challenges surrounding anxiety, depression, stress, anger, and sadness brought on by work, school, life, familial, or relational obstacles. I have years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. I strive to help improve self-esteem, self-care, communication, coping skills, feelings identification and feelings management, problem solving, conflict resolution.
(657) 837-5632 View (657) 837-5632
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Kimberly Van Buskirk
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90745
I employ the same approach when working with couples, strongly believing that support and honesty will open up lines of communication and provide the opportunity to address conflict.
My name is Kim, I am an honest, straight shooter, who will support you as you grow and develop your insights and self-awareness. I am passionate about helping people and believe that everyone is worthy of love, can make healthy changes and is deserving of a space all to themselves to take the steps towards self-discovery. I believe in meeting my clients where they are at, utilizing an integrative approach to therapy and building a strong and reliable relationship between therapist and client.
I employ the same approach when working with couples, strongly believing that support and honesty will open up lines of communication and provide the opportunity to address conflict.
My name is Kim, I am an honest, straight shooter, who will support you as you grow and develop your insights and self-awareness. I am passionate about helping people and believe that everyone is worthy of love, can make healthy changes and is deserving of a space all to themselves to take the steps towards self-discovery. I believe in meeting my clients where they are at, utilizing an integrative approach to therapy and building a strong and reliable relationship between therapist and client.
(615) 437-2289 View (615) 437-2289
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Danine Dean
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90745
I also offer consultations regarding relationship questions, using VIT (Video Intervention Therapy) to increase positive interactions and insight building for the relationship between two or more people.
A life transition experience can be positive or negative, planned or unexpected. Some transitions happen without warning, and they may be quite dramatic, as in cases of accidents, death, divorce, job loss, or serious illness. Other life transitions come from positive experiences such as getting married, going away to college, starting a new job, moving to a new city. Even though events like these are usually planned and anticipated, they can be just as life-altering as the unexpected events. Whether positive or negative, life transitions cause us to leave behind the familiar and force us to adjust to new ways of living.
I also offer consultations regarding relationship questions, using VIT (Video Intervention Therapy) to increase positive interactions and insight building for the relationship between two or more people.
A life transition experience can be positive or negative, planned or unexpected. Some transitions happen without warning, and they may be quite dramatic, as in cases of accidents, death, divorce, job loss, or serious illness. Other life transitions come from positive experiences such as getting married, going away to college, starting a new job, moving to a new city. Even though events like these are usually planned and anticipated, they can be just as life-altering as the unexpected events. Whether positive or negative, life transitions cause us to leave behind the familiar and force us to adjust to new ways of living.
(424) 233-1157 View (424) 233-1157
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Christina Whitney
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90069
I take pleasure in assisting couples at any point in their relationship journey, whether they've recently begun dating or have been together for an extended period.
Are you facing challenges in your relationship, feeling overwhelmed by issues like infidelity, communication problems, or sexual concerns? As a Certified Sex-Informed Counselor, I'm here to assist you in overcoming feelings of shame, fear, and anxiety related to your relationship. Embarking on the journey of seeking counseling can be a source of anxiety for many individuals. However, I firmly believe that it can mark the beginning of a positive and transformative experience, fostering personal growth. My approach is centered on collaboration with my clients to craft a therapeutic experience that caters to their unique needs.
I take pleasure in assisting couples at any point in their relationship journey, whether they've recently begun dating or have been together for an extended period.
Are you facing challenges in your relationship, feeling overwhelmed by issues like infidelity, communication problems, or sexual concerns? As a Certified Sex-Informed Counselor, I'm here to assist you in overcoming feelings of shame, fear, and anxiety related to your relationship. Embarking on the journey of seeking counseling can be a source of anxiety for many individuals. However, I firmly believe that it can mark the beginning of a positive and transformative experience, fostering personal growth. My approach is centered on collaboration with my clients to craft a therapeutic experience that caters to their unique needs.
(530) 402-8922 View (530) 402-8922
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Kelly Laney-Holstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harbor City, CA 90710
I specialize in therapy for individuals and couples and focus on improving relationships, self-esteem and mood. I combine Cognitive-Behavioral and Family Systems approaches into counseling. There is also a great emphasis on increasing participation in hobbies and interests as well as diet and exercise while doing mental health work in therapy. Referrals, resources, and recommendations may be given in order to support couples or individuals in this.
I specialize in therapy for individuals and couples and focus on improving relationships, self-esteem and mood. I combine Cognitive-Behavioral and Family Systems approaches into counseling. There is also a great emphasis on increasing participation in hobbies and interests as well as diet and exercise while doing mental health work in therapy. Referrals, resources, and recommendations may be given in order to support couples or individuals in this.
(424) 294-8843 View (424) 294-8843

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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.