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George Lough
Psychologist, PhD, SEP, NARM
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
If you grew up in a dysfunctional family it is essential to understand and heal from the emotional wounds you suffered in that environment. You internalized bad relationship styles. Your wounds may appear in the form of excessive fears, unexplained sadness, inappropriate expressions of anger and an inability to be creative. Facing the truth about your emotional wounds can give you the freedom to be your true self. In our therapy I'll provide you with the support and guidance you need, bringing a spiritual perspective, giving you an understanding of how your past affects your present.
If you grew up in a dysfunctional family it is essential to understand and heal from the emotional wounds you suffered in that environment. You internalized bad relationship styles. Your wounds may appear in the form of excessive fears, unexplained sadness, inappropriate expressions of anger and an inability to be creative. Facing the truth about your emotional wounds can give you the freedom to be your true self. In our therapy I'll provide you with the support and guidance you need, bringing a spiritual perspective, giving you an understanding of how your past affects your present.
(323) 629-8121 View (323) 629-8121
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Anne C Ruane
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
I provide individual, couples and family therapy in addition to psychological testing.
My style of therapy is one that is both collaborative and supportive. I believe that all individuals have the capacity to make lasting changes in their lives. I help the individual tap into those abilities by challenging the conscious and unconscious barriers that can impede growth and change. Using psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques, I provide a safe, nurturing environment where individuals can explore their challenges and unearth their full potential.
I provide individual, couples and family therapy in addition to psychological testing.
My style of therapy is one that is both collaborative and supportive. I believe that all individuals have the capacity to make lasting changes in their lives. I help the individual tap into those abilities by challenging the conscious and unconscious barriers that can impede growth and change. Using psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques, I provide a safe, nurturing environment where individuals can explore their challenges and unearth their full potential.
(323) 284-2261 View (323) 284-2261
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Patrycja Anna Malinowska
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
My clinical experience includes treatment of culturally and socio-economically diverse adult population with range of diagnosis in outpatient and inpatient settings. My treatment experience includes individuals, couples, family, and groups utilizing Brief Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Structural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR. Areas addressed in private practice consists of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, self esteem, body image, family conflicts, and bereavement.
My clinical experience includes treatment of culturally and socio-economically diverse adult population with range of diagnosis in outpatient and inpatient settings. My treatment experience includes individuals, couples, family, and groups utilizing Brief Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Structural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR. Areas addressed in private practice consists of depression, anxiety, substance abuse, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, self esteem, body image, family conflicts, and bereavement.
(323) 745-2451 View (323) 745-2451
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Mindi Levins-Pfeifer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
My specialty is building relationships and making clients feel safe in a space to share. I focus on 1:1 ,couples, families and groups. I am always looking to balance solution focused sessions with underlying clinical issues. Helping clients feel like they can get some relief early on in therapy is a priority. Anxiety, depression, addiction, family relation issues, life transitions and Covid are just some areas of work are that are my specialty. Whether you are comfortable free flow talking or need a more interview style, I am comfortable doing both. I also specialize in young adult and dual diagnosis.
My specialty is building relationships and making clients feel safe in a space to share. I focus on 1:1 ,couples, families and groups. I am always looking to balance solution focused sessions with underlying clinical issues. Helping clients feel like they can get some relief early on in therapy is a priority. Anxiety, depression, addiction, family relation issues, life transitions and Covid are just some areas of work are that are my specialty. Whether you are comfortable free flow talking or need a more interview style, I am comfortable doing both. I also specialize in young adult and dual diagnosis.
(323) 765-1139 View (323) 765-1139
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Dana Taha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
Life can be a whirlwind. Whether it be unexpected crisis, unresolved past trauma, intimate relationships, the dating process, family, or life feeling like a day to day battle. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to creating a safe, non-judgmental & peaceful space for my clients to explore their inner thoughts and feelings. For us to engage & develop understanding and awareness. A beautiful journey of self-exploration. I take a holistic approach & look at all aspects of your life. The goal is for clients to gain the skills, power & resilience needed to achieve strength, growth and healing. I keep it real, always.
Life can be a whirlwind. Whether it be unexpected crisis, unresolved past trauma, intimate relationships, the dating process, family, or life feeling like a day to day battle. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to creating a safe, non-judgmental & peaceful space for my clients to explore their inner thoughts and feelings. For us to engage & develop understanding and awareness. A beautiful journey of self-exploration. I take a holistic approach & look at all aspects of your life. The goal is for clients to gain the skills, power & resilience needed to achieve strength, growth and healing. I keep it real, always.
(323) 894-0439 View (323) 894-0439
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Dan Drake
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, CSAT-S, CCPS-S
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
I have dual degrees in Marital and Family Therapy and Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary.
Have your sexual behaviors led to destructive consequences for yourself or your loved ones? Or has a discovery of your partner's secret sexual behaviors left you confused and devastated? There IS a way out. We specialize in providing a safe, non-shaming space where we can work through issues related to sexual addiction / compulsivity and betrayal trauma. We're here to help.
I have dual degrees in Marital and Family Therapy and Theology from Fuller Theological Seminary.
Have your sexual behaviors led to destructive consequences for yourself or your loved ones? Or has a discovery of your partner's secret sexual behaviors left you confused and devastated? There IS a way out. We specialize in providing a safe, non-shaming space where we can work through issues related to sexual addiction / compulsivity and betrayal trauma. We're here to help.
(818) 721-9157 View (818) 721-9157
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Laura Kaufman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
Infertility is a life crisis that gets in the way of hopes and dreams. As a couple you may feel depressed, worried, sad and angry. You may not know what to do and be feeling confused about what is happening and where to turn. Having experienced the trauma of Infertility, both personally and professionally, I can help you navigate this road. For over 20 years, I have worked with the Infertility community. The following are some of my areas of expertise: Infertility: medical treatments and alternative family building options. Miscarriage and high risk pregnancy. Personal advocacy. Anxiety. Depression. Loss and grief.
Infertility is a life crisis that gets in the way of hopes and dreams. As a couple you may feel depressed, worried, sad and angry. You may not know what to do and be feeling confused about what is happening and where to turn. Having experienced the trauma of Infertility, both personally and professionally, I can help you navigate this road. For over 20 years, I have worked with the Infertility community. The following are some of my areas of expertise: Infertility: medical treatments and alternative family building options. Miscarriage and high risk pregnancy. Personal advocacy. Anxiety. Depression. Loss and grief.
(818) 923-1454 View (818) 923-1454
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Stephanie Groom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
I work with individuals, children, couples, and family with the same objective to discover and grow.
Everyone has a life story filled with unique colors. Each color represents personal experiences, strengths, behaviors, relationships, and our inner world. Sometimes we find it hard to navigate through challenges and to face realities, which are unfamiliar and/or unexpected. Prior experiences may interrupt our current way of interacting, thinking, relating, and managing daily life. Stress contributes to increased anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, and relational issues. Trauma can debilitate individuals, couples, and families creating abrupt internal changes and fears. Grief over individual loss needs to be honored and acknowledged. Change occurs as a direct result of uncovering new insights.
I work with individuals, children, couples, and family with the same objective to discover and grow.
Everyone has a life story filled with unique colors. Each color represents personal experiences, strengths, behaviors, relationships, and our inner world. Sometimes we find it hard to navigate through challenges and to face realities, which are unfamiliar and/or unexpected. Prior experiences may interrupt our current way of interacting, thinking, relating, and managing daily life. Stress contributes to increased anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, and relational issues. Trauma can debilitate individuals, couples, and families creating abrupt internal changes and fears. Grief over individual loss needs to be honored and acknowledged. Change occurs as a direct result of uncovering new insights.
(818) 918-2057 View (818) 918-2057
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Ian L Karlsson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
I use interventions from a number of philosophies including Internal Family Systems Therapy, EMDR, and the existential tradition.
My mission as a therapist is to affirm the best in you. I believe that as human beings we require a sense of safety and affirmation in order to take the courageous step of examining our own lives, even those aspects that are painful. I seek to provide that safety with a warm and collaborate approach to treatment. The services I provide are trauma focused and identity affirming. I have experience working with young adults in community mental health, as well as with adolescents in a high school setting.
I use interventions from a number of philosophies including Internal Family Systems Therapy, EMDR, and the existential tradition.
My mission as a therapist is to affirm the best in you. I believe that as human beings we require a sense of safety and affirmation in order to take the courageous step of examining our own lives, even those aspects that are painful. I seek to provide that safety with a warm and collaborate approach to treatment. The services I provide are trauma focused and identity affirming. I have experience working with young adults in community mental health, as well as with adolescents in a high school setting.
(626) 263-5567 View (626) 263-5567
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Tammy Hunter PhD, CSC, CHt
PhD, CSC, CHT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
Featured on the hit reality show Braxton Family Values.
Over 100 FIVE STAR Reviews! Awarded BEST Counselor in Los Angeles! IS TRADITIONAL THERAPY NOT WORKING FOR YOU? You are NOT alone! I hold a diploma in Clinical Hypnosis, Master's in Parapsychology, PhD in Metaphysical Science, Certified Hypnotherapist and am certified in Anger Mgmt., PTSD, and Sex and Pornography Addiction. My specializations and expertise of the conscious and unconscious mind will help provide clarity and understanding on your behaviors and your relationships. I will help you identify the specific concern creating extraordinary breakthroughs to the actual issues leading to a deeper level of understanding for healing
Featured on the hit reality show Braxton Family Values.
Over 100 FIVE STAR Reviews! Awarded BEST Counselor in Los Angeles! IS TRADITIONAL THERAPY NOT WORKING FOR YOU? You are NOT alone! I hold a diploma in Clinical Hypnosis, Master's in Parapsychology, PhD in Metaphysical Science, Certified Hypnotherapist and am certified in Anger Mgmt., PTSD, and Sex and Pornography Addiction. My specializations and expertise of the conscious and unconscious mind will help provide clarity and understanding on your behaviors and your relationships. I will help you identify the specific concern creating extraordinary breakthroughs to the actual issues leading to a deeper level of understanding for healing
(818) 305-6643 View (818) 305-6643
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Hillside Wellness Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
At Hillside Wellness Center we are dedicated to provide affordable inclusive mental health services to individuals, couples, and families who reside in Sherman Oaks and the surrounding areas. We offer Individual therapy ; Family Therapy; Couples therapy; and Groups.
At Hillside Wellness Center we are dedicated to provide affordable inclusive mental health services to individuals, couples, and families who reside in Sherman Oaks and the surrounding areas. We offer Individual therapy ; Family Therapy; Couples therapy; and Groups.
(818) 532-5195 View (818) 532-5195
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Kerry English
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
I work with individuals, couples, and teens facing a wide variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar, grief/loss, and family conflict. I have years of experience working with male and female survivors of sexual or physical trauma and those suffering from challenging career or relational problems. My approach is to blend psychodynamic and cognitive interventions working collaboratively with you to reveal and resolve inner conflicts that can drive behavior, cause distress in relationships, and intensify everyday challenges. Please visit my website at kerryenglish.com for more information about my services.
I work with individuals, couples, and teens facing a wide variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar, grief/loss, and family conflict. I have years of experience working with male and female survivors of sexual or physical trauma and those suffering from challenging career or relational problems. My approach is to blend psychodynamic and cognitive interventions working collaboratively with you to reveal and resolve inner conflicts that can drive behavior, cause distress in relationships, and intensify everyday challenges. Please visit my website at kerryenglish.com for more information about my services.
(310) 736-4596 View (310) 736-4596
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Marina Bochkur-Dratver
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
My objective is to provide an environment wherein one can trust that I am there with them, to accomplish their goals and alleviate their distress, whether individually or within the context of the family.
Every phase of life brings a new challenge, whether our own or of someone we care about. Sometimes, we need a little extra help to successfully get through yet another phase. Those are the times to seek therapy. I would like to empower you to help yourself by taking that step to improve your and possibly your loved one's quality of life. As a wife, a mother, a daughter, and a professional woman, I have an intricate ability to understand the struggles that one might face in life as we transition in and out of each of these roles, daily.
My objective is to provide an environment wherein one can trust that I am there with them, to accomplish their goals and alleviate their distress, whether individually or within the context of the family.
Every phase of life brings a new challenge, whether our own or of someone we care about. Sometimes, we need a little extra help to successfully get through yet another phase. Those are the times to seek therapy. I would like to empower you to help yourself by taking that step to improve your and possibly your loved one's quality of life. As a wife, a mother, a daughter, and a professional woman, I have an intricate ability to understand the struggles that one might face in life as we transition in and out of each of these roles, daily.
(818) 814-6811 View (818) 814-6811
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Stephanie Kavoulakos
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
Reaching out to a therapist can be a difficult step to take. I know the profound pain that can come with dealing with mental health challenges, including addiction...yours, or as a family member affected by another person's addictive behaviors. I understand how traumatic growing up with an alcoholic/addicted or a dysfunctional parent can be, or being involved in an unhealthy relationship. These experiences can lead to devastating feelings - shame, abandonment, depression, anxiety, isolation, anger, and much more. I invite you to share your feelings in a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can feel understood & heard.
Reaching out to a therapist can be a difficult step to take. I know the profound pain that can come with dealing with mental health challenges, including addiction...yours, or as a family member affected by another person's addictive behaviors. I understand how traumatic growing up with an alcoholic/addicted or a dysfunctional parent can be, or being involved in an unhealthy relationship. These experiences can lead to devastating feelings - shame, abandonment, depression, anxiety, isolation, anger, and much more. I invite you to share your feelings in a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can feel understood & heard.
(747) 207-4590 View (747) 207-4590
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Marie Ritz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
I provide individual, couples and family therapy.
Finding the right therapist can be challenging. If you are seeking a safe and nurturing environment where your desired goals and potential can be achieved, I can assist you. Helping my clients create a more fulfilling well balanced life is my role as a therapist. I am aware of how difficult it is to be honest about feelings, past trauma, fears and anxiety. As such, I am nonjudgmental, nurturing and provide unconditional support to everyone I work with.
I provide individual, couples and family therapy.
Finding the right therapist can be challenging. If you are seeking a safe and nurturing environment where your desired goals and potential can be achieved, I can assist you. Helping my clients create a more fulfilling well balanced life is my role as a therapist. I am aware of how difficult it is to be honest about feelings, past trauma, fears and anxiety. As such, I am nonjudgmental, nurturing and provide unconditional support to everyone I work with.
(818) 741-3338 View (818) 741-3338
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Sufi Yousefi Farkhan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming unmanageable? Is your time limited? Then welcome to WellPsyche! WellPsyche Medical Group provides experts in the field of family behavioral health and wellness services. Our practice offers the latest in behavioral health including Telemedicine! Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life.
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming unmanageable? Is your time limited? Then welcome to WellPsyche! WellPsyche Medical Group provides experts in the field of family behavioral health and wellness services. Our practice offers the latest in behavioral health including Telemedicine! Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life.
(424) 363-4511 View (424) 363-4511
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Rakhee Alston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
Together I can help you and your family achieve your goals and live a happier life.
Feeling hopeless? As a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish), I work with individuals who are troubled by relationship discord, trauma, depression and loss, or anxiety. Therapy is a journey toward growth, personal fulfillment and greater understanding of ourselves and those around us. My work involves helping individuals who are dealing with life's challenging issues. I also work closely with parents to help them gain tools they need to feel confident and successful.
Together I can help you and your family achieve your goals and live a happier life.
Feeling hopeless? As a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish), I work with individuals who are troubled by relationship discord, trauma, depression and loss, or anxiety. Therapy is a journey toward growth, personal fulfillment and greater understanding of ourselves and those around us. My work involves helping individuals who are dealing with life's challenging issues. I also work closely with parents to help them gain tools they need to feel confident and successful.
(818) 214-8261 View (818) 214-8261
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Shauna Dabiri-Far
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, IFECMHS, RPF II
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
I am so happy that you are on this site seeking help for you/your family to get to a better place where those issues feel resolved. Please check out my website LivingNowTherapy.com as I want you to feel comfortable with who you choose to bring into your family. I believe in Living Now, experiencing the world at this very moment. Breathing in life's abundance and breathing out all the negativity that our mind has accumulated. Let me help you/your child get there. I provide therapy to young adults, families, teens, children and 0-5 aged Specialization.
I am so happy that you are on this site seeking help for you/your family to get to a better place where those issues feel resolved. Please check out my website LivingNowTherapy.com as I want you to feel comfortable with who you choose to bring into your family. I believe in Living Now, experiencing the world at this very moment. Breathing in life's abundance and breathing out all the negativity that our mind has accumulated. Let me help you/your child get there. I provide therapy to young adults, families, teens, children and 0-5 aged Specialization.
(818) 927-6303 View (818) 927-6303
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Alyson Hurlbut
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
Depression, anxiety, loss, and change can leave us feeling disconnected, confused. It seems to me that we're all trying to be connected in ways that support our intentions and goals. Sometimes those connections - to our Self, our partners, our family and friends - get muddy or lost. I see therapy as a safe place to explore unfamiliar, at times uncomfortable, territory in order to reach for greater understanding and connection to Self and others. My approach is humanistic/existential with an emphasis on depth and transpersonal psychology.
Depression, anxiety, loss, and change can leave us feeling disconnected, confused. It seems to me that we're all trying to be connected in ways that support our intentions and goals. Sometimes those connections - to our Self, our partners, our family and friends - get muddy or lost. I see therapy as a safe place to explore unfamiliar, at times uncomfortable, territory in order to reach for greater understanding and connection to Self and others. My approach is humanistic/existential with an emphasis on depth and transpersonal psychology.
(747) 236-6314 View (747) 236-6314
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Michael Shiffman
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
I am an Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #122513) and certified in Somatic Experiencing, the use of touch for trauma, NARM, and am Level 2 PACT Couple therapist.
Our past presents itself in the present moment. I treat my clients, not apply a model or theory on them. Whether it is anxiety, panic, pain, addictions, trauma, loss or grief - we explore together what gets in the way of living a life worth living. I integrate Somatic Experiencing, NARM, EMDR, PACT, Mindfulness practices and Voice Dialogue into a multidimensional approach to discover how to help you realize a satisfying life, the life you want to live.
I am an Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #122513) and certified in Somatic Experiencing, the use of touch for trauma, NARM, and am Level 2 PACT Couple therapist.
Our past presents itself in the present moment. I treat my clients, not apply a model or theory on them. Whether it is anxiety, panic, pain, addictions, trauma, loss or grief - we explore together what gets in the way of living a life worth living. I integrate Somatic Experiencing, NARM, EMDR, PACT, Mindfulness practices and Voice Dialogue into a multidimensional approach to discover how to help you realize a satisfying life, the life you want to live.
(424) 258-5432 View (424) 258-5432

Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.