Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Rebecca Gitlin (She | Her)
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90068
Not accepting new clients
Los Angeles is not an easy city, and these are not easy times. I invite individuals who are navigating identity, relationships, health, and trauma to my practice. I specialize in working within a gender affirming and trauma-informed framework, cultivating our strengths in order to build a life that feels sustainable and true to who we are. I especially welcome those who are new to psychotherapy and am a firm believer in demystifying the process. I approach my practice with warmth, cultural humility, an active and collaborative stance, and authenticity.
Los Angeles is not an easy city, and these are not easy times. I invite individuals who are navigating identity, relationships, health, and trauma to my practice. I specialize in working within a gender affirming and trauma-informed framework, cultivating our strengths in order to build a life that feels sustainable and true to who we are. I especially welcome those who are new to psychotherapy and am a firm believer in demystifying the process. I approach my practice with warmth, cultural humility, an active and collaborative stance, and authenticity.
Veronica Marshall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90034 (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm here to support you and would be honored to connect and develop a safe and collaborative therapeutic journey. In our session, I will work with you through life's challenges and help discover your strengths. I provide a safe culturally inclusive supportive space in the journey of healing and help foster self-love, self-compassion, and acceptance. I hope to teach you scientifically proven and tangible skills to navigate through life's challenges and life phases.
Welcome! I'm here to support you and would be honored to connect and develop a safe and collaborative therapeutic journey. In our session, I will work with you through life's challenges and help discover your strengths. I provide a safe culturally inclusive supportive space in the journey of healing and help foster self-love, self-compassion, and acceptance. I hope to teach you scientifically proven and tangible skills to navigate through life's challenges and life phases.
Karin Manger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90064
I have been practicing as a psychotherapist for 30 years. My main area of focus is working with families and children. Initially in my career, I worked with children in residential treatment settings, who were struggling with a variety of emotional and behavioral issues. During the past 20 years I have worked primarily in the field of high conflict divorce. I deal with all aspects of divorce, including mediating custody agreements, comprehensive child custody evaluations, resolving co-parenting conflicts and helping children cope with the stress of parental conflict. I also work with families dealing with blended family issues.
I have been practicing as a psychotherapist for 30 years. My main area of focus is working with families and children. Initially in my career, I worked with children in residential treatment settings, who were struggling with a variety of emotional and behavioral issues. During the past 20 years I have worked primarily in the field of high conflict divorce. I deal with all aspects of divorce, including mediating custody agreements, comprehensive child custody evaluations, resolving co-parenting conflicts and helping children cope with the stress of parental conflict. I also work with families dealing with blended family issues.
Sepideh Gidanian
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I am passionate about helping my clients on their journey of self-discovery, who are experiencing life hardships or feeling stuck. I believe the therapeutic process is a collaboration and teamwork between the psychotherapist and the client, and self-awareness and growth are the natural results of effective psychotherapy. In my opinion, there are many reasons why we become who we are. Our genetics, biology, neurology, upbringing, relationships, life experiences, and the society we were raised in are all important in shaping who we have become.
I am passionate about helping my clients on their journey of self-discovery, who are experiencing life hardships or feeling stuck. I believe the therapeutic process is a collaboration and teamwork between the psychotherapist and the client, and self-awareness and growth are the natural results of effective psychotherapy. In my opinion, there are many reasons why we become who we are. Our genetics, biology, neurology, upbringing, relationships, life experiences, and the society we were raised in are all important in shaping who we have become.
Don ( Dr Don ) Etkes
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90024
IMMEDIATE APPOINTMENT: STRESS MANAGEMENT by VIDEO, PHONE, OFFICE $65 and up Sliding Fee. Day/Eve/Weekend. "I offer YOU over 30 years of Experience in giving Warm Nurturing Nonjudgmental Guidance to 1000s of people, offering HELP in COPING with YOUR LIFE feeling out of control. My GOAL is your GETTING THE LIFE YOU WANT. " Author "Loving With Passion", Ph.D. in Psychology, life coach, hypnotherapist, UCLA certified Sex Therapist, professional speaker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, had a TV show "Love U." on TLC. Internationally recognized expert on TV and radio. Written about in Cosmopolitan to the Washington Post. Dr Don
IMMEDIATE APPOINTMENT: STRESS MANAGEMENT by VIDEO, PHONE, OFFICE $65 and up Sliding Fee. Day/Eve/Weekend. "I offer YOU over 30 years of Experience in giving Warm Nurturing Nonjudgmental Guidance to 1000s of people, offering HELP in COPING with YOUR LIFE feeling out of control. My GOAL is your GETTING THE LIFE YOU WANT. " Author "Loving With Passion", Ph.D. in Psychology, life coach, hypnotherapist, UCLA certified Sex Therapist, professional speaker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, had a TV show "Love U." on TLC. Internationally recognized expert on TV and radio. Written about in Cosmopolitan to the Washington Post. Dr Don
Sabrina Fanning-Gertz
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90028 (Online Only)
Hello there! I'm Sabrina, and I believe in the transformative power of counseling. I have experience working with individuals of all ages with complex issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, domestic violence, and more. My therapeutic approach is rooted in trauma-informed care. I draw upon the principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy to empower individuals to cultivate hope, autonomy, accountability, and resilience. I am trained in EMDR therapy, a powerful approach that can elicit real change for trauma survivors.
Hello there! I'm Sabrina, and I believe in the transformative power of counseling. I have experience working with individuals of all ages with complex issues including depression, anxiety, PTSD, domestic violence, and more. My therapeutic approach is rooted in trauma-informed care. I draw upon the principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy to empower individuals to cultivate hope, autonomy, accountability, and resilience. I am trained in EMDR therapy, a powerful approach that can elicit real change for trauma survivors.
Melvin M Moore
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90048 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My primary tasks are to help clients become aware of their innate ability to heal themselves and to help them create solutions to problems that may have seemed unsolvable. From a theoretical perspective, my approach is grounded in psychodynamic theory, attachment theory, and the cognitive and behavioral therapies; but above all, my work is pragmatic.
My primary tasks are to help clients become aware of their innate ability to heal themselves and to help them create solutions to problems that may have seemed unsolvable. From a theoretical perspective, my approach is grounded in psychodynamic theory, attachment theory, and the cognitive and behavioral therapies; but above all, my work is pragmatic.
Chanel Mucci
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel stuck in the past? Perhaps you're telling yourself a story about the world that no longer resonates but it's still hard to shake. Maybe you're reckoning with your identity/ies in various ways, and need a guide and witness to help make space for your evolution. Using a trauma informed, body-centric approach, I can help you access tools already within yourself to live a more vibrant authentic life.
Do you feel stuck in the past? Perhaps you're telling yourself a story about the world that no longer resonates but it's still hard to shake. Maybe you're reckoning with your identity/ies in various ways, and need a guide and witness to help make space for your evolution. Using a trauma informed, body-centric approach, I can help you access tools already within yourself to live a more vibrant authentic life.
Caroline Jennings
Psychologist, PsyD, DBSM
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90034 (Online Only)
Difficulty sleeping requires specialized treatment. I'm a board-certified behavioral sleep psychologist who works with adults and teens who struggle to turn off their minds at night and fall asleep, and those who find themselves wide awake at odd hours. Many feel unrefreshed and sluggish during the day and often worry that sleep aids are their only option, or they have found that sleep aids don’t work as well as they once did. I also help those with distressing nightmares & vivid dreams to sleep more peacefully, and I work with children whose sleep disturbances may be disrupting bedtime and nighttime for the whole household.
Difficulty sleeping requires specialized treatment. I'm a board-certified behavioral sleep psychologist who works with adults and teens who struggle to turn off their minds at night and fall asleep, and those who find themselves wide awake at odd hours. Many feel unrefreshed and sluggish during the day and often worry that sleep aids are their only option, or they have found that sleep aids don’t work as well as they once did. I also help those with distressing nightmares & vivid dreams to sleep more peacefully, and I work with children whose sleep disturbances may be disrupting bedtime and nighttime for the whole household.
Virginia Farfan
Psychological Associate, MA, PsyD(c)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I understand everyone was going through something difficult and it is my goal to help others with a non judgmental approach, compassion, and kindness to help them get through these challenging situations.
I understand everyone was going through something difficult and it is my goal to help others with a non judgmental approach, compassion, and kindness to help them get through these challenging situations.
Margot Rothstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
By searching for a new therapist, you have already taken the first step towards creating the life you want. Now, it is my job to help you discover your passion, mend broken relationships, come to terms with addictive behaviors or process unresolved trauma. There are so many things that might lead us to therapy; I believe that you deserve the time and space to understand where you come from, how your past experiences impact your present, and what you need to move forward in a way that works best for you.
By searching for a new therapist, you have already taken the first step towards creating the life you want. Now, it is my job to help you discover your passion, mend broken relationships, come to terms with addictive behaviors or process unresolved trauma. There are so many things that might lead us to therapy; I believe that you deserve the time and space to understand where you come from, how your past experiences impact your present, and what you need to move forward in a way that works best for you.
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Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Is your anger causing problems in your life? Then you should try my Anger Management Classes this month. The deadline has been extended. This class will help you to manage your anger, so it no longer affects your relationships, loved ones, or work. Grief and Loss can leave you with many unanswered questions and feeling like no one understands. Maybe you’re having flashbacks or nightmares from past trauma. You may be easily triggered and can’t get certain memories out of your head. Together through therapy, we'll work on finding healthy ways to manage anger, honoring your journey through grief and loss, and unpacking trauma gently.
Is your anger causing problems in your life? Then you should try my Anger Management Classes this month. The deadline has been extended. This class will help you to manage your anger, so it no longer affects your relationships, loved ones, or work. Grief and Loss can leave you with many unanswered questions and feeling like no one understands. Maybe you’re having flashbacks or nightmares from past trauma. You may be easily triggered and can’t get certain memories out of your head. Together through therapy, we'll work on finding healthy ways to manage anger, honoring your journey through grief and loss, and unpacking trauma gently.
Jennifer Kalmikov
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90034 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As a therapist, I strive to cultivate a warm, supportive presence and environment for my clients to feel safe to discuss challenging topics and have hard conversations. I value building strong partnerships with clients and promote a collaborative and respectful client-therapist relationship. My hope is to be able to help clients gain insight into their struggles as well their strengths to better help clients to navigate their stressors, relationships and life transitions.
As a therapist, I strive to cultivate a warm, supportive presence and environment for my clients to feel safe to discuss challenging topics and have hard conversations. I value building strong partnerships with clients and promote a collaborative and respectful client-therapist relationship. My hope is to be able to help clients gain insight into their struggles as well their strengths to better help clients to navigate their stressors, relationships and life transitions.
Karolin Ferrier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90071 (Online Only)
Hello All Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Karolin, but I’m known to many as “Kay” I am a Licensed clinical social worker With over 15 years of experience working with children, families, and adults.
Hello All Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Karolin, but I’m known to many as “Kay” I am a Licensed clinical social worker With over 15 years of experience working with children, families, and adults.
Christopher Joel Tromba
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90028
You deserve a safe environment where you feel free to express yourself and seek to understand what makes you, you. I am excited about the power of the therapeutic process, and believe that working together we may achieve the change you seek.
You deserve a safe environment where you feel free to express yourself and seek to understand what makes you, you. I am excited about the power of the therapeutic process, and believe that working together we may achieve the change you seek.
Robert James Bowman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90068 (Online Only)
I work with clients with significant levels of stress. They often have anxiety and depression. They are in distress and psychological pain. They are looking for a way to improve their life, so that they are not feeling out of control or unmotivated or numb. they would like to get their life back on track. They want to learn how to manage stress better. They want to eliminate their daily anxiety and/or depression. They want to be able to live their lives in a positive and effective manner.
I work with clients with significant levels of stress. They often have anxiety and depression. They are in distress and psychological pain. They are looking for a way to improve their life, so that they are not feeling out of control or unmotivated or numb. they would like to get their life back on track. They want to learn how to manage stress better. They want to eliminate their daily anxiety and/or depression. They want to be able to live their lives in a positive and effective manner.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90014
Give yourself permission to be vulnerable by putting yourself first. Negative and highly-critical self-talk, especially for gay men, is the root of many of our problems and addictions. You may feel “less-than” others, think poorly of yourself, or are unsure how to get your needs met. I can help you to shed light on where this inner-critic is coming from, how to quiet it, and help you rebuild your relationship with self/others. Next, we can develop tools to manage anxiety and depression, embrace your sexuality, develop a healthier relationship to sex/porn, heal infidelity, integrate love and sex, or improve your relationships.
Give yourself permission to be vulnerable by putting yourself first. Negative and highly-critical self-talk, especially for gay men, is the root of many of our problems and addictions. You may feel “less-than” others, think poorly of yourself, or are unsure how to get your needs met. I can help you to shed light on where this inner-critic is coming from, how to quiet it, and help you rebuild your relationship with self/others. Next, we can develop tools to manage anxiety and depression, embrace your sexuality, develop a healthier relationship to sex/porn, heal infidelity, integrate love and sex, or improve your relationships.
Victoria Venter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90007
Not accepting new clients
Hi, my name is Vicky Venter, and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist working in California. I work in a way that is client centered and eclectic depending on your needs. I have a strong inclination toward relational work because I understand we are hurt in relationships, and we HEAL in relationship. I am certified in Imago Couples Therapy as well as EFT and am currently training in Bioenergetics Analysis, a Somatic Psychotherapy. I work using an integrated approach. What that means is taking what you experience in the world and understanding exactly how it impacts you, then helping you decide what to do with that experience.
Hi, my name is Vicky Venter, and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist working in California. I work in a way that is client centered and eclectic depending on your needs. I have a strong inclination toward relational work because I understand we are hurt in relationships, and we HEAL in relationship. I am certified in Imago Couples Therapy as well as EFT and am currently training in Bioenergetics Analysis, a Somatic Psychotherapy. I work using an integrated approach. What that means is taking what you experience in the world and understanding exactly how it impacts you, then helping you decide what to do with that experience.
Limitless Mindset Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90061 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Do you struggle with relationships, communication, or self-esteem? Are you looking for a compassionate and experienced therapist who can help you navigate life's challenges and achieve your goals?
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? Do you struggle with relationships, communication, or self-esteem? Are you looking for a compassionate and experienced therapist who can help you navigate life's challenges and achieve your goals?
Nefertiti DeSilva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90045 (Online Only)
I am a licensed therapist that understands the courage it takes to make the first step towards change. I believe creating a positive therapeutic relationship and a safe environment is essential for change to take place. I take pride in supporting individuals on their journey toward wellness through a non-judgmental, compassionate and collaborative approach.
I am a licensed therapist that understands the courage it takes to make the first step towards change. I believe creating a positive therapeutic relationship and a safe environment is essential for change to take place. I take pride in supporting individuals on their journey toward wellness through a non-judgmental, compassionate and collaborative approach.
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Number of Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
3,000+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in Los Angeles, CA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
74% | Self Esteem |
72% | Relationship Issues |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
65% | Coping Skills |
63% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
76% | Aetna |
69% | Cigna and Evernorth |
68% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Los Angeles, CA see their clients
56% | In Person and Online | |
44% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Los Angeles?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.