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Holly Pearlman
Counselor, LCPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91316  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping individuals and families heal from traumatic and stressful experiences, including adults abused as children, family relationships, narcissistic abuse, hoarding disorder, and family estrangement. You may not know what to expect from therapy, but you know you need to make some changes in your life so you can move forward. Stress, anxiety, and traumatic experiences are highly prevalent in our lives, and sometimes people need help and support in dealing with difficult/stressful situations. I am a trauma therapist specializing in family relationships that involve conflict, abuse, and a cycle of dysfunction.
I specialize in helping individuals and families heal from traumatic and stressful experiences, including adults abused as children, family relationships, narcissistic abuse, hoarding disorder, and family estrangement. You may not know what to expect from therapy, but you know you need to make some changes in your life so you can move forward. Stress, anxiety, and traumatic experiences are highly prevalent in our lives, and sometimes people need help and support in dealing with difficult/stressful situations. I am a trauma therapist specializing in family relationships that involve conflict, abuse, and a cycle of dysfunction.
(818) 650-3372 View (818) 650-3372
Photo of Irene S Fruchtbaum, Psychologist in Encino, CA
Irene S Fruchtbaum
Psychologist, PhD, QME
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91316
I am a licensed, clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience in psychology and psychotherapy with individuals, family and couples. I've been involved in private practice as well as numerous pro-bono projects including organizing a counseling program for Soviet immigrants, providing lectures and seminars for parents on issues of teenage substance abuse and behavior problems.
I am a licensed, clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience in psychology and psychotherapy with individuals, family and couples. I've been involved in private practice as well as numerous pro-bono projects including organizing a counseling program for Soviet immigrants, providing lectures and seminars for parents on issues of teenage substance abuse and behavior problems.
(213) 322-0520 View (213) 322-0520
Photo of Sandra Goodman, Marriage & Family Therapist in Encino, CA
Sandra Goodman
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91436  (Online Only)
My focus is on helping and guiding my clients to manage conflicts and problems in their lives, setting positive goals, and assisting them in making the changes necessary to effect real improvements in their relationships and lives. Life can be challenging and my approach is based upon helping to define and get clarity on the challenges facing you and navigating through them within a supportive and interactive atmosphere.
My focus is on helping and guiding my clients to manage conflicts and problems in their lives, setting positive goals, and assisting them in making the changes necessary to effect real improvements in their relationships and lives. Life can be challenging and my approach is based upon helping to define and get clarity on the challenges facing you and navigating through them within a supportive and interactive atmosphere.
(818) 639-8388 View (818) 639-8388
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Elizabeth Karimi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91436
You matter, you are important! Let me help you discover ways you can help yourself get to where you want to be in life. Whether you are dealing with everyday stress or need to work through complicated situations, there are always options we can explore. I am experienced in working with individuals, couples and families dealing with developmental disabilities, severe mental illness, post incarceration/reentry into the community, and immigrants struggling with acculturation and generation gap issues.
You matter, you are important! Let me help you discover ways you can help yourself get to where you want to be in life. Whether you are dealing with everyday stress or need to work through complicated situations, there are always options we can explore. I am experienced in working with individuals, couples and families dealing with developmental disabilities, severe mental illness, post incarceration/reentry into the community, and immigrants struggling with acculturation and generation gap issues.
(818) 600-0765 View (818) 600-0765
Photo of Terri L Asanovich, Marriage & Family Therapist in Encino, CA
Terri L Asanovich
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91436
Perhaps, the essence of all your mental and emotional pain lies in your inability to love yourself. Thus, it's important to uncover all barriers within yourself that prevent you from achieving this. I highly value creating a safe space for improving self-worth. There are no easy answers, only profound opportunities to explore the unresolved questions. I'm interested in understanding what continues to hold you back in life and invested in guiding you towards greater balance, meaning, creativity, and authenticity.
Perhaps, the essence of all your mental and emotional pain lies in your inability to love yourself. Thus, it's important to uncover all barriers within yourself that prevent you from achieving this. I highly value creating a safe space for improving self-worth. There are no easy answers, only profound opportunities to explore the unresolved questions. I'm interested in understanding what continues to hold you back in life and invested in guiding you towards greater balance, meaning, creativity, and authenticity.
(818) 864-4734 View (818) 864-4734
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Marjan Bakhtiyari
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91436
I've maintained a private practice with the overarching objective of helping individuals, couples, and families enhance the quality of their relationships and connections, ultimately guiding them toward a more fulfilling and enjoyable life.
I've maintained a private practice with the overarching objective of helping individuals, couples, and families enhance the quality of their relationships and connections, ultimately guiding them toward a more fulfilling and enjoyable life.
(424) 331-1754 View (424) 331-1754
Photo of Daniel Hermosillo, Marriage & Family Therapist in Encino, CA
Daniel Hermosillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91436
Life losses its zeal when we become disconnected from ourselves, others, and our surroundings. It becomes even more difficult when there is a desire for change, but we just don’t know how to get what we desire most. Whether it be to learn how to smile again as we deal with our day-to-day activities, enjoy a simple walk without being bombarded with worries, deal with mishaps without going into a rage, or being able to talk to those that we love even after they wear on our nerves. That emotional burden, pain and/or fatigue can be sometimes too much to bear, whether someone be a teenager, young adult, elder adult, man, or women.
Life losses its zeal when we become disconnected from ourselves, others, and our surroundings. It becomes even more difficult when there is a desire for change, but we just don’t know how to get what we desire most. Whether it be to learn how to smile again as we deal with our day-to-day activities, enjoy a simple walk without being bombarded with worries, deal with mishaps without going into a rage, or being able to talk to those that we love even after they wear on our nerves. That emotional burden, pain and/or fatigue can be sometimes too much to bear, whether someone be a teenager, young adult, elder adult, man, or women.
(323) 334-1701 View (323) 334-1701
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Wellmind
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, PsyD, PMHNP-B, MD
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91436  (Online Only)
Wellmind helps people like you achieve better health, find happiness and discover their purpose in life. How? Providers on the Wellmind platform work with you holistically—body, mind, and spirit—to achieve whole-person wellness. These therapists, psychiatrists and mindfulness teachers support you in identifying and releasing unhealthy patterns and building pathways towards healing, meaning and, ultimately, joy.
Wellmind helps people like you achieve better health, find happiness and discover their purpose in life. How? Providers on the Wellmind platform work with you holistically—body, mind, and spirit—to achieve whole-person wellness. These therapists, psychiatrists and mindfulness teachers support you in identifying and releasing unhealthy patterns and building pathways towards healing, meaning and, ultimately, joy.
(650) 563-5898 View (650) 563-5898
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Michael W Mackie
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91316
As a Clinical-Forensic Psychologist, Dr. Mike Mackie is able to tailor his approach in order to meet both your clinical and legal needs. As a Clinical Psychologist, Mike teaches young adults and aspiring professionals how to manage the struggles of finding their best self. Amidst a world that sometimes appears to only demand excellence and perfection, Mike assists clients in making realistic, incremental changes in order to achieve success. Additionally, years of experience with addiction treatment offer Dr. Mackie the insight and flexibility to work with those struggling with their drug and alcohol use.
As a Clinical-Forensic Psychologist, Dr. Mike Mackie is able to tailor his approach in order to meet both your clinical and legal needs. As a Clinical Psychologist, Mike teaches young adults and aspiring professionals how to manage the struggles of finding their best self. Amidst a world that sometimes appears to only demand excellence and perfection, Mike assists clients in making realistic, incremental changes in order to achieve success. Additionally, years of experience with addiction treatment offer Dr. Mackie the insight and flexibility to work with those struggling with their drug and alcohol use.
(424) 465-2840 View (424) 465-2840
Photo of Morris Halperin, Psychologist in Encino, CA
Morris Halperin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91436
These are challenging times. Many people have loved ones with problems such as addiction, depression or just having trouble navigating life and cannot seem to get control of their lives. I make help easy to find for addictions, alcoholism, bi-polar disorder, depression and just plain Many people need someone to help them navigate the troubled waters of finding and utilizing help. Many parents have loved ones who will not go for help and they need someone to help manage the situation from start to finish. I am that someone.
These are challenging times. Many people have loved ones with problems such as addiction, depression or just having trouble navigating life and cannot seem to get control of their lives. I make help easy to find for addictions, alcoholism, bi-polar disorder, depression and just plain Many people need someone to help them navigate the troubled waters of finding and utilizing help. Many parents have loved ones who will not go for help and they need someone to help manage the situation from start to finish. I am that someone.
(818) 946-0770 View (818) 946-0770

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Mindful Health Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I practice general psychology and works with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, prenatal and postpartum issues, anger, parenting challenges, and couples issues. I also have a concentrated interest in the family of origin trauma.
I practice general psychology and works with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, prenatal and postpartum issues, anger, parenting challenges, and couples issues. I also have a concentrated interest in the family of origin trauma.
(323) 529-0824 View (323) 529-0824
Photo of Leo Martinez, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Encino, CA
Leo Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
As a husband and father of three, family is my foundation.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience. I specialize in mental health wellness with a concentration on substance use and psychiatric disorders. As a faculty member for Gorski CENAPs I teach and share ways that I have used his model both with clients and personally as a person in long term recovery. Previously, I was a professor at California State University East Bay teaching Masters level students clinical theory and skills. My greatest honor though has been my service as a Marine where I learned leadership, the importance of camaraderie, and how to access resilience even when I felt defeated.
As a husband and father of three, family is my foundation.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience. I specialize in mental health wellness with a concentration on substance use and psychiatric disorders. As a faculty member for Gorski CENAPs I teach and share ways that I have used his model both with clients and personally as a person in long term recovery. Previously, I was a professor at California State University East Bay teaching Masters level students clinical theory and skills. My greatest honor though has been my service as a Marine where I learned leadership, the importance of camaraderie, and how to access resilience even when I felt defeated.
(916) 404-2369 View (916) 404-2369
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The Integrated Clinic
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Our team comprises leading clinicians and researchers from allied fields including neuropsychology, cognitive rehabilitation, sleep & behavioral medicine, biofeedback, psychotherapy, psychiatry, child & family therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, educational therapy, and nutritional counseling.
The Integrated Clinic provides client-centered, collaborative, coordinated care to clients, leveraging the latest advances in neuroscience and technology in order to foster health, wellness, and performance. Together, we work synergistically to offer scientifically-informed and seamless care that promotes patient outcomes. Our Clinic team provides interdisciplinary services to foster health/wellness, education, and performance.
Our team comprises leading clinicians and researchers from allied fields including neuropsychology, cognitive rehabilitation, sleep & behavioral medicine, biofeedback, psychotherapy, psychiatry, child & family therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, educational therapy, and nutritional counseling.
The Integrated Clinic provides client-centered, collaborative, coordinated care to clients, leveraging the latest advances in neuroscience and technology in order to foster health, wellness, and performance. Together, we work synergistically to offer scientifically-informed and seamless care that promotes patient outcomes. Our Clinic team provides interdisciplinary services to foster health/wellness, education, and performance.
(310) 504-1936 View (310) 504-1936
Photo of Frederick Blum, Psychologist in Encino, CA
Frederick Blum
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91325
I am Frederick Blum, Ph.D., LMFT. I have been providing therapy to clients since 1988 as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT 23846) and since 2010 as a licensed Psychologist (PSY 23388). I have training and experience using different approaches to help clients resolve and manage anxiety, depression trauma, ADHD, parenting, couples conflicts, and additional problems presented by the clients I have served in therapy. I have successfully worked with children over age 5, teens, and adults. I have treated individuals, families, couples, and groups of various types.
I am Frederick Blum, Ph.D., LMFT. I have been providing therapy to clients since 1988 as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT 23846) and since 2010 as a licensed Psychologist (PSY 23388). I have training and experience using different approaches to help clients resolve and manage anxiety, depression trauma, ADHD, parenting, couples conflicts, and additional problems presented by the clients I have served in therapy. I have successfully worked with children over age 5, teens, and adults. I have treated individuals, families, couples, and groups of various types.
(909) 406-2483 View (909) 406-2483
Photo of Emily Rose Therapy, Marriage & Family Therapist in Encino, CA
Emily Rose Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, Emily Waitt, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
We're talking about things like detangling at dysfunctional family dynamics, learning how trauma affects the mind and body, processing difficult experiences, and finding new coping skills.
Hey there, I’m Emily. I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist helping adolescents, young adults, couples, and families work through obstacles and build lasting relationships. My ideal client is someone who comes into therapy with a readiness to engage and a willingness to dive deep into self-exploration. They want to understand the 'whys' of their behavior, the origins of their pain, and they yearn to learn new, healthier ways to cope with life's stressors. They seek to break the cycle of trauma, to build fulfilling relationships, and to move towards a future where their past doesn't dictate their possibilities.
We're talking about things like detangling at dysfunctional family dynamics, learning how trauma affects the mind and body, processing difficult experiences, and finding new coping skills.
Hey there, I’m Emily. I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist helping adolescents, young adults, couples, and families work through obstacles and build lasting relationships. My ideal client is someone who comes into therapy with a readiness to engage and a willingness to dive deep into self-exploration. They want to understand the 'whys' of their behavior, the origins of their pain, and they yearn to learn new, healthier ways to cope with life's stressors. They seek to break the cycle of trauma, to build fulfilling relationships, and to move towards a future where their past doesn't dictate their possibilities.
(310) 361-2261 View (310) 361-2261
Photo of Nora J. Baladerian, Psychologist in Encino, CA
Nora J. Baladerian
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT, CST, TFT-VT, TFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
My belief is that at heart each wants to lead a meaningful life. We want to enjoy achievements, milestones, and enjoy our loved ones. We also need to feel loved, needed and appreciated. Our work, social and family life reflect our spiritual and philosophical beliefs...and when they don't, we feel in conflict with ourselves, and seek assistance to get into a place of feeling good. I'll work with you to support you in improving your life, with a beginning focus on those factors that are critical now. We'll work together for your well-being. The intake packet asks you to list the issues you want to address & indicate priority.
My belief is that at heart each wants to lead a meaningful life. We want to enjoy achievements, milestones, and enjoy our loved ones. We also need to feel loved, needed and appreciated. Our work, social and family life reflect our spiritual and philosophical beliefs...and when they don't, we feel in conflict with ourselves, and seek assistance to get into a place of feeling good. I'll work with you to support you in improving your life, with a beginning focus on those factors that are critical now. We'll work together for your well-being. The intake packet asks you to list the issues you want to address & indicate priority.
(310) 895-9808 View (310) 895-9808
Photo of Elizabeth Danielle Mead, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Encino, CA
Elizabeth Danielle Mead
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Do you find yourself struggling with Anxiety, Depression, gender or sexual identity, grief/loss, or acute/chronic medical illness? The desire to feel better about ourselves is a part of our intrinsic being. I can be there as a support and sounding board for you, your loved ones & family. With the goal of accepting your perfectly imperfect self, we can work effectively with each other to find your joy, or at the very least, how to make it through each day to the next. Discovering that you are deserving and important can be life changing and attainable.
Do you find yourself struggling with Anxiety, Depression, gender or sexual identity, grief/loss, or acute/chronic medical illness? The desire to feel better about ourselves is a part of our intrinsic being. I can be there as a support and sounding board for you, your loved ones & family. With the goal of accepting your perfectly imperfect self, we can work effectively with each other to find your joy, or at the very least, how to make it through each day to the next. Discovering that you are deserving and important can be life changing and attainable.
(424) 349-4574 View (424) 349-4574
Photo of Bobette Fleishman, Marriage & Family Therapist in Encino, CA
Bobette Fleishman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91372
Having retired from a 45-year career as a Family Law Attorney, Ms. Fleishman is now devoting her full-time efforts to Insight Counseling and Forensic Services which she established in 2017.
Having retired from a 45-year career as a Family Law Attorney, Ms. Fleishman is now devoting her full-time efforts to Insight Counseling and Forensic Services which she established in 2017.
(805) 874-5077 View (805) 874-5077
Photo of Uchechukwu Alozie, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Encino, CA
Uchechukwu Alozie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Van Nuys, CA 91423
My name is Uchechi Alozie. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach to therapy is seeing my client within their environment and not just the issues they are presenting. My approach is trying to aid my clients holistically. I have worked with family units for more than 10 years. And have worked with individuals with chronic mental illness for 6 years. My goal is to help clients by determining what is influencing and impacting the client in their environment rather than looking just at the presenting issues.
My name is Uchechi Alozie. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach to therapy is seeing my client within their environment and not just the issues they are presenting. My approach is trying to aid my clients holistically. I have worked with family units for more than 10 years. And have worked with individuals with chronic mental illness for 6 years. My goal is to help clients by determining what is influencing and impacting the client in their environment rather than looking just at the presenting issues.
(760) 823-8366 View (760) 823-8366
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Family Time Centers
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Valley Village, CA 91607
Family Time centers are community hubs where everyone can get the help or support they need. They can tap into community resources, learn new parenting skills, and/or get individualized support. We provide a location where challenges can be explored and personal relationships can be strengthened. If you or someone in your family is struggling, we have expert therapists who can help a parent or a child receive the counseling they need. We provide an inclusive location that is welcoming, handicap accessible, and reflective of the core values of healing your inner self.
Family Time centers are community hubs where everyone can get the help or support they need. They can tap into community resources, learn new parenting skills, and/or get individualized support. We provide a location where challenges can be explored and personal relationships can be strengthened. If you or someone in your family is struggling, we have expert therapists who can help a parent or a child receive the counseling they need. We provide an inclusive location that is welcoming, handicap accessible, and reflective of the core values of healing your inner self.
(818) 572-9799 View (818) 572-9799
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.