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Annie Forisha Thiel
Psychologist, PhD, MFT Verified
Verified
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
I am a seasoned Clinical Psychologist with dual licenses: Psychologist & Marriage Family Therapist. I have been in practice 31 years in the Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica and Marina del Rey areas. I am also the author of many children's books. My specialities are Reunification Therapy, working with families, couples, children and adolescents. I am warm and interactive in my approach. I have an extensive educational and training background. I also specialize in meaningful Marathon Family Therapy for couples and families teaching them to communicate effectively in their relationship system.
Elders (65+)
(424) 349-4160
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
I am a seasoned Clinical Psychologist with dual licenses: Psychologist & Marriage Family Therapist. I have been in practice 31 years in the Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica and Marina del Rey areas. I am also the author of many children's books. My specialities are Reunification Therapy, working with families, couples, children and adolescents. I am warm and interactive in my approach. I have an extensive educational and training background. I also specialize in meaningful Marathon Family Therapy for couples and families teaching them to communicate effectively in their relationship system.
(424) 349-4160
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Dr John Drimmer
Psychologist, PsyD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
I'm told I'm warm, smart, and that I have a good sense of humor. (Sometimes my dog likes to sit in on sessions.) I believe therapy has got to change lives -- and be enjoyable. Unlike some therapists, I believe in setting goals and tracking progress. Why go to therapy without results? What's my specialty? Helping people free themselves from what holds them back. My approach combines Positive Psychology and CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) with mindfulness and a creative mix of the best approaches known to modern psychology.
Elders (65+)
(424) 373-3205
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Elders (65+)
I'm told I'm warm, smart, and that I have a good sense of humor. (Sometimes my dog likes to sit in on sessions.) I believe therapy has got to change lives -- and be enjoyable. Unlike some therapists, I believe in setting goals and tracking progress. Why go to therapy without results? What's my specialty? Helping people free themselves from what holds them back. My approach combines Positive Psychology and CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) with mindfulness and a creative mix of the best approaches known to modern psychology.
(424) 373-3205
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Gina Petrella
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT Verified
Verified
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
You don't have to suffer from a severe psychological disorder to benefit from help. Sometimes, functional depression, anxiety, or stress can have a noticeable effect as well. You still function but life could definitely improve. It's just a little grayer, a little louder, little harder to handle. The noise in your brain may be a low chatter but it definitely takes up space. It depletes your energy and makes it just a little harder to manage. You're moody, you're tired, and you don't know how to fix it. When you spend so much time and energy managing your mental health you spend less time living. Let's change that.
Elders (65+)
(424) 322-2423
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
You don't have to suffer from a severe psychological disorder to benefit from help. Sometimes, functional depression, anxiety, or stress can have a noticeable effect as well. You still function but life could definitely improve. It's just a little grayer, a little louder, little harder to handle. The noise in your brain may be a low chatter but it definitely takes up space. It depletes your energy and makes it just a little harder to manage. You're moody, you're tired, and you don't know how to fix it. When you spend so much time and energy managing your mental health you spend less time living. Let's change that.
(424) 322-2423
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Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Neurofeedback works best supported by Somatic Therapy. Parvin's multifaceted somatic approach with hand-on sacrocranial work and background in clinical psychology is a perfect preparation and compliment to Neurofeedback. The focus of her work is on facilitating a more balanced, wholesome state in the brain. With a new level of functioning, clients have a chance to develop new habits and accomplish new goals. Typical training sessions last 90 minutes. Sometimes shorter 50 minute sessions with only neurofeedback are warranted.
Elders (65+)
(424) 348-4466
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Elders (65+)
Neurofeedback works best supported by Somatic Therapy. Parvin's multifaceted somatic approach with hand-on sacrocranial work and background in clinical psychology is a perfect preparation and compliment to Neurofeedback. The focus of her work is on facilitating a more balanced, wholesome state in the brain. With a new level of functioning, clients have a chance to develop new habits and accomplish new goals. Typical training sessions last 90 minutes. Sometimes shorter 50 minute sessions with only neurofeedback are warranted.
(424) 348-4466
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Sarah Kamdar
Psychologist, PsyD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing on the westside of Los Angeles. I believe that the therapeutic process can be a healing experience that focuses on your specific needs, with the shared goal of improving quality of life, increasing happiness, creating connections, and enhancing awareness.
Elders (65+)
(424) 395-2718
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Elders (65+)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing on the westside of Los Angeles. I believe that the therapeutic process can be a healing experience that focuses on your specific needs, with the shared goal of improving quality of life, increasing happiness, creating connections, and enhancing awareness.
(424) 395-2718
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Thomas Y. Simon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Thank you for taking a moment to read about me and my work. My approach uses insight and depth psychotherapy combined with Mindfulness within a framework of awareness of the body. When our living process becomes stuck, therapy can move it forward. If you feel stuck in repetitive behaviors, painful feelings, and recurring anxious thoughts, I want to help you to identify how you are bogged down, so you can feel better. I can help to re-focus a sense of purpose...a way to step into your life more completely. This may include taking action if feeling adrift, or bringing clarity to a relationship.
Elders (65+)
(424) 835-1146
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Elders (65+)
Thank you for taking a moment to read about me and my work. My approach uses insight and depth psychotherapy combined with Mindfulness within a framework of awareness of the body. When our living process becomes stuck, therapy can move it forward. If you feel stuck in repetitive behaviors, painful feelings, and recurring anxious thoughts, I want to help you to identify how you are bogged down, so you can feel better. I can help to re-focus a sense of purpose...a way to step into your life more completely. This may include taking action if feeling adrift, or bringing clarity to a relationship.
(424) 835-1146
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Eleanor Haspel-Portner
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Verified
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Are you at an important crossroad in your life? Has your marriage/relationship lost its luster? Learn the skills of Imago Dialogue to rekindle your love and feel the joy of love in your life again. I effectively blend therapies so you'll get results. When you focus on connecting with your inner wisdom and knowing, you achieve balance in all areas of your life with a sense of conscious fulfillment that turns your dreams into reality. Achieve your goals and thrive. Change your choices, change your life. Call me now: (310) 403-4347.
Elders (65+)
(424) 312-0550
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
Are you at an important crossroad in your life? Has your marriage/relationship lost its luster? Learn the skills of Imago Dialogue to rekindle your love and feel the joy of love in your life again. I effectively blend therapies so you'll get results. When you focus on connecting with your inner wisdom and knowing, you achieve balance in all areas of your life with a sense of conscious fulfillment that turns your dreams into reality. Achieve your goals and thrive. Change your choices, change your life. Call me now: (310) 403-4347.
(424) 312-0550
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Ginny Winn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Are your emotions such as sadness, anger, depression, or anxiety out of balance? Do you feel stuck emotionally? Are you having obsessive thoughts, inability to focus? Would you like some RELIEF NOW? We work together to help you move from where you are, to where you want to be! Feel you could use some help and support with your relationships, the 1st being to yourself? Do you need to de-stress? Please call: 310-302-1139 or visit www.ginnywinn.com Office and phone sessions available. Mention "My Special" for initial $75 fee. For more go to www.ginnywinn.com
Elders (65+)
(310) 692-9279
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
Are your emotions such as sadness, anger, depression, or anxiety out of balance? Do you feel stuck emotionally? Are you having obsessive thoughts, inability to focus? Would you like some RELIEF NOW? We work together to help you move from where you are, to where you want to be! Feel you could use some help and support with your relationships, the 1st being to yourself? Do you need to de-stress? Please call: 310-302-1139 or visit www.ginnywinn.com Office and phone sessions available. Mention "My Special" for initial $75 fee. For more go to www.ginnywinn.com
(310) 692-9279
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The Procrastination Doctor
Psychologist, PsyD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
An ADHD specialist for adults, I'm known as www.procrastinationdoctor.com. I help with time management, disorganization, and ADD/ADHD via coaching and psychotherapy. Having ADHD myself, I understand the frustration, shame, and hit it can take on self-esteem. I cannot prescribe medication (you need an MD/psychiatrist for that, but I can help you achieve your goals. Together, we'll learn about your brain and develop strategies that will work for you to increase productivity, decrease inconsistency, and in so doing, improve self-esteem and secondary depression and anxiety if present.
Elders (65+)
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
An ADHD specialist for adults, I'm known as www.procrastinationdoctor.com. I help with time management, disorganization, and ADD/ADHD via coaching and psychotherapy. Having ADHD myself, I understand the frustration, shame, and hit it can take on self-esteem. I cannot prescribe medication (you need an MD/psychiatrist for that, but I can help you achieve your goals. Together, we'll learn about your brain and develop strategies that will work for you to increase productivity, decrease inconsistency, and in so doing, improve self-esteem and secondary depression and anxiety if present.
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Andrea Von Troschke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, ATR, BCPC Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Tired of stress and worrying? Perhaps even panic? Body tension? A foggy mind? Are relationships affected? Can you imagine how freeing it would feel to be more in control of these intense thoughts/emotions? Be more at peace? These are realistic goals, which many of my clients achieve. Instead of avoiding people and situations, which limits them, they gradually start standing up for themselves. The more positive experiences they have, the more self-empowered they feel, daring to say or do things they really want to, be themselves and feel authentic. I can help you to achieve these goals in individual and/or couple sessions.
Elders (65+)
(424) 331-1084
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
Tired of stress and worrying? Perhaps even panic? Body tension? A foggy mind? Are relationships affected? Can you imagine how freeing it would feel to be more in control of these intense thoughts/emotions? Be more at peace? These are realistic goals, which many of my clients achieve. Instead of avoiding people and situations, which limits them, they gradually start standing up for themselves. The more positive experiences they have, the more self-empowered they feel, daring to say or do things they really want to, be themselves and feel authentic. I can help you to achieve these goals in individual and/or couple sessions.
(424) 331-1084
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Patricia Saphier
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
I help adults and kids facing crises, crossroads, painful life changes, relationship problems, trauma, depression, anxiety, and loss. I am trained in depth psychology and mindfulness meditation and combine these points of view for an open, grounded therapy approach that supports deep and lasting inner change.
Elders (65+)
(310) 683-2836
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
I help adults and kids facing crises, crossroads, painful life changes, relationship problems, trauma, depression, anxiety, and loss. I am trained in depth psychology and mindfulness meditation and combine these points of view for an open, grounded therapy approach that supports deep and lasting inner change.
(310) 683-2836
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Jody M Trager
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Dr. Trager is a Licensed Psychologist w/ 25 years of experience with women/men/non-binary, teens & young adults with mental health issues across a broad spectrum of disorders: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, grief & loss, identity issues and ADHD across diverse populations. I work on an intensive transformational level to heal, to build resilience, and develop new more effective coping skills. Dr. Trager received her doctorate from USC, and has continued her intensive training, and practice in the Los Angeles area. I am very passionate & present so that clients can do the work to heal and thrive.
Elders (65+)
(424) 402-1224
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
Dr. Trager is a Licensed Psychologist w/ 25 years of experience with women/men/non-binary, teens & young adults with mental health issues across a broad spectrum of disorders: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, PTSD, grief & loss, identity issues and ADHD across diverse populations. I work on an intensive transformational level to heal, to build resilience, and develop new more effective coping skills. Dr. Trager received her doctorate from USC, and has continued her intensive training, and practice in the Los Angeles area. I am very passionate & present so that clients can do the work to heal and thrive.
(424) 402-1224
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Tracie Tyler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Tracie received her clinical training at the prestigious Maple Counseling Center in Beverly Hills, California, allowing her to become adept at working with a very diverse and challenging population. Her current clientele is comprised of adults and adolescents, high school and college students, entertainment industry professionals, former executives, professors, athletes, stay at-home moms (and dads) and seniors. She utilizes individual, couples and family therapy, as well as modalities including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy.
Elders (65+)
(310) 905-8287
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
Tracie received her clinical training at the prestigious Maple Counseling Center in Beverly Hills, California, allowing her to become adept at working with a very diverse and challenging population. Her current clientele is comprised of adults and adolescents, high school and college students, entertainment industry professionals, former executives, professors, athletes, stay at-home moms (and dads) and seniors. She utilizes individual, couples and family therapy, as well as modalities including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy.
(310) 905-8287
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Judith Bin-Nun
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MA Ed, MAPsych, LPCC Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
I provide supportive, creative and caring Psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults - couples, families, individuals. STUDIO ART EXPERIENCE for individuals and groups takes place in my Venice Studio. I offer many comfortable treatment modalities for my patients besides traditional talk or play therapy in my office setting. Additionally, I have FOOD FOR THOUGHT cooking therapy groups in my "greenhouse kitchen", and use Animal Assisted Therapy with my Pet Partner Therapy Dogs in my office. My devoted practice and practical guidance are in a warm office setting with a "family therapy" kitchen, play therapy room and AAT dogs.
Elders (65+)
(424) 404-5597
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
I provide supportive, creative and caring Psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults - couples, families, individuals. STUDIO ART EXPERIENCE for individuals and groups takes place in my Venice Studio. I offer many comfortable treatment modalities for my patients besides traditional talk or play therapy in my office setting. Additionally, I have FOOD FOR THOUGHT cooking therapy groups in my "greenhouse kitchen", and use Animal Assisted Therapy with my Pet Partner Therapy Dogs in my office. My devoted practice and practical guidance are in a warm office setting with a "family therapy" kitchen, play therapy room and AAT dogs.
(424) 404-5597
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Daniel Anderson PhD, Adult-Child Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
You may already have answers to your struggles, though these answers are unconscious. I specialize in working with your unconscious, the side of you that is neglected, ignored or rejected. This is a powerful mode of therapy that can help you with your anxiety, depression or relationships. I work with adults, and have specialized training to work with children, adolescents and their parents. My work with children focuses on play therapy, the child's best form of communication. With adults I use my Jungian training in dreamwork and symbolism to access the unheard side of yourself, which can enrich your life and relieve your suffering.
Elders (65+)
(424) 290-8367
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Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
You may already have answers to your struggles, though these answers are unconscious. I specialize in working with your unconscious, the side of you that is neglected, ignored or rejected. This is a powerful mode of therapy that can help you with your anxiety, depression or relationships. I work with adults, and have specialized training to work with children, adolescents and their parents. My work with children focuses on play therapy, the child's best form of communication. With adults I use my Jungian training in dreamwork and symbolism to access the unheard side of yourself, which can enrich your life and relieve your suffering.
(424) 290-8367
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Susan Harper Slate
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Since 1982, I have had a private practice working with adults of all ages and issues. I am an "active" therapist, asking questions and providing feedback. I consider myself direct but kind.
Elders (65+)
(310) 895-9773
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Elders (65+)
Since 1982, I have had a private practice working with adults of all ages and issues. I am an "active" therapist, asking questions and providing feedback. I consider myself direct but kind.
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David James Fisher
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PhD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
If you are curious, creative & motivated to look inward & reflect on your personal experience, keep reading! Perhaps you struggle with disturbances in your self-esteem, feel overly self-critical, perfectionistic &/or have difficulties sustaining long-term intimate relationships. Maybe it’s hard telling the story of your life experience & you might struggle with dependency issues that bring about guilt & shame as well as unsatisfying relationships. You find you aren’t as successful professionally & financially as you imagined your potential to be. You might wonder if there is something in the way & you want to understand why...
Elders (65+)
(424) 329-8916
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
If you are curious, creative & motivated to look inward & reflect on your personal experience, keep reading! Perhaps you struggle with disturbances in your self-esteem, feel overly self-critical, perfectionistic &/or have difficulties sustaining long-term intimate relationships. Maybe it’s hard telling the story of your life experience & you might struggle with dependency issues that bring about guilt & shame as well as unsatisfying relationships. You find you aren’t as successful professionally & financially as you imagined your potential to be. You might wonder if there is something in the way & you want to understand why...
(424) 329-8916
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Stephen J Kenneally
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MBA, LMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Everyone's lives have been deeply impacted by the current Covid-19 outbreak. The sudden loss of income and the mandatory quarantine have left many people feeling overwhelmed and isolated. Although times of crisis are extremely challenging, they also provide us with opportunities to witness the profound resiliency of the human spirit and the extraordinary power of simple, genuine human kindness. If you are experiencing overwhelming anxiety or feelings of hopelessness, please remember that you are not alone. We have all been impacted by this crisis, and together we will find ways to help each other through this difficult time.
Elders (65+)
(310) 896-4942
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
Everyone's lives have been deeply impacted by the current Covid-19 outbreak. The sudden loss of income and the mandatory quarantine have left many people feeling overwhelmed and isolated. Although times of crisis are extremely challenging, they also provide us with opportunities to witness the profound resiliency of the human spirit and the extraordinary power of simple, genuine human kindness. If you are experiencing overwhelming anxiety or feelings of hopelessness, please remember that you are not alone. We have all been impacted by this crisis, and together we will find ways to help each other through this difficult time.
(310) 896-4942
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Laure Weber
Psychologist, Psy, D Verified
Verified
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Have you often thought about "going to therapy" but can't quite dial a therapist's number? It can be scary to make that first call but also uplifting and perhaps it will give you a sense of hope.
Elders (65+)
(424) 277-3465
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
Have you often thought about "going to therapy" but can't quite dial a therapist's number? It can be scary to make that first call but also uplifting and perhaps it will give you a sense of hope.
(424) 277-3465
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Elaine Skoulas
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
You've made it this far, but there is something holding you back from the life you want to be living. You might need help uncovering or rebuilding your sense of identity or purpose, or handling transition to a new stage of life. Maybe you find yourself using more substances to alleviate the pain or isolation you’re feeling and recognize the need for change. Maybe you don’t know what to do after a recent death or the loss of a relationship. You don't have to manage your problems alone. Seeking help is a brave first step, and I am committed to supporting you with my collaborative, non-judgmental, and compassionate approach.
Elders (65+)
(818) 350-5204
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Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Elders (65+)
You've made it this far, but there is something holding you back from the life you want to be living. You might need help uncovering or rebuilding your sense of identity or purpose, or handling transition to a new stage of life. Maybe you find yourself using more substances to alleviate the pain or isolation you’re feeling and recognize the need for change. Maybe you don’t know what to do after a recent death or the loss of a relationship. You don't have to manage your problems alone. Seeking help is a brave first step, and I am committed to supporting you with my collaborative, non-judgmental, and compassionate approach.
(818) 350-5204
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Elders (65+) (65+, Seniors) Therapists
The therapists listed here have identified their interest in elder therapy in Pacific Palisades or help for Pacific Palisades elderly people in therapy. Therapists who work with elders (for instance, elderly parents, elderly women or even elderly abuse) handle a broad range of issues especially as they relate to caring for the elderly and homes for the elderly in Pacific Palisades. Elderly depression is a common problem that can be helped by therapy for elderly people. Psychiatrists who work with the elderly are sometimes referred to as Pacific Palisades geriatric psychiatrists or geropsychiatrists.

How can I tell if a therapist is right for me?
Therapists in Pacific Palisades are able to work with a wide range of issues and communities, including the BIPOC community in Pacific Palisades. They offer in person sessions as well as Teletherapy in Pacific Palisades

For example, if you're seeking a marriage counselor in Pacific Palisades you'll find that most therapists are trained in marriage counseling or couples counseling in Pacific Palisades and couples therapy. And they welcome families for family counseling in Pacific Palisades or family therapy in Pacific Palisades.