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Thomas Beechel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90001  (Online Only)
Find the keys to having a lasting relationship. Become a more engaged and compassionate listener. Effectively communicate and negotiate for what you want and need. Couples and individuals have been coming to me for over 35 years to overcome childhood abuse, family alcoholism, and inadequate parenting. Together we resolve marital distress, adolescent behavior problems, job stress, inappropriate anger, depression and anxiety. I have a direct, highly interactive approach that quickly gets to the heart of the matter. Call me. Let's discuss how we, together, can get you back on track to a happier balanced life.
Find the keys to having a lasting relationship. Become a more engaged and compassionate listener. Effectively communicate and negotiate for what you want and need. Couples and individuals have been coming to me for over 35 years to overcome childhood abuse, family alcoholism, and inadequate parenting. Together we resolve marital distress, adolescent behavior problems, job stress, inappropriate anger, depression and anxiety. I have a direct, highly interactive approach that quickly gets to the heart of the matter. Call me. Let's discuss how we, together, can get you back on track to a happier balanced life.
(951) 643-3911 View (951) 643-3911
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Mindful Health Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90036
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
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Jan Lipschutz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I provide a safe and supportive environment for you to talk about issues. Common problems which my clients bring to therapy are depression, family conflict, anxiety, life transitions, relationships, workplace conflict, grief and loss. Often clients are seeking better communication and a lessening of conflict and stress in their lives. I have over 25 years of experience working with adults, couples (straight and gay), families, children, and adolescents. I help new clients identify goals for treatment and together we work out a plan for achieving them. My clinical expertise with various treatment approaches helps clients to realize their desired goals.
I provide a safe and supportive environment for you to talk about issues. Common problems which my clients bring to therapy are depression, family conflict, anxiety, life transitions, relationships, workplace conflict, grief and loss. Often clients are seeking better communication and a lessening of conflict and stress in their lives. I have over 25 years of experience working with adults, couples (straight and gay), families, children, and adolescents. I help new clients identify goals for treatment and together we work out a plan for achieving them. My clinical expertise with various treatment approaches helps clients to realize their desired goals.
(310) 895-9175 View (310) 895-9175
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Joan L Helfenstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90024
I will identify the strengths and needs of the individual, family or couple and help you make healthy and positive change.
As a psychotherapist with 30 years of experience I have treated individuals like yourself. I see psychotherapy as a collaborative and active relationship between you and me. We will explore your feelings and beliefs in a safe and trusting environment.
I will identify the strengths and needs of the individual, family or couple and help you make healthy and positive change.
As a psychotherapist with 30 years of experience I have treated individuals like yourself. I see psychotherapy as a collaborative and active relationship between you and me. We will explore your feelings and beliefs in a safe and trusting environment.
(310) 895-9787 View (310) 895-9787
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Insight Therapy Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90011  (Online Only)
Are you feeling discouraged or stuck in life? It's a common experience, whether you're striving for personal goals, navigating your career, or nurturing relationships. You may be unsure if family dynamics or circumstances are hindering your happiness and progress. Let me join you in breaking down these barriers and paving the way for a more productive, joyful, and peaceful life together.
Are you feeling discouraged or stuck in life? It's a common experience, whether you're striving for personal goals, navigating your career, or nurturing relationships. You may be unsure if family dynamics or circumstances are hindering your happiness and progress. Let me join you in breaking down these barriers and paving the way for a more productive, joyful, and peaceful life together.
(702) 381-6301 View (702) 381-6301
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Robert Cashen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90028  (Online Only)
When I’m not working, you can find me going to concerts, experiencing nature, trying new restaurants, and enjoying my family and friends.
I am celebrating my 33rd year as a therapist. I work with clients to create the lives they want by building upon their strengths and helping them eliminate internalized shame so that they can free themselves of emotional pain. I especially enjoy helping young adults heal past trauma for a happier, healthier present and future. I have a caring, authentic and compassionate approach. I create a safe and nurturing space to help clients develop the power that they already possess to heal themselves and gain meaning and understanding while walking on their unique journey.
When I’m not working, you can find me going to concerts, experiencing nature, trying new restaurants, and enjoying my family and friends.
I am celebrating my 33rd year as a therapist. I work with clients to create the lives they want by building upon their strengths and helping them eliminate internalized shame so that they can free themselves of emotional pain. I especially enjoy helping young adults heal past trauma for a happier, healthier present and future. I have a caring, authentic and compassionate approach. I create a safe and nurturing space to help clients develop the power that they already possess to heal themselves and gain meaning and understanding while walking on their unique journey.
(224) 676-9800 x27 View (224) 676-9800 x27
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Marcia Margolis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Are you dealing with life threatening illness? Would you like to recapture sexual intimacy in your relationship? Are you having relationship, grief or divorce struggles? Having experienced the grief and loss brought forward by my spouse's terminal illness, I have developed strong insights to help my clients: * Live with illness * Recapture sexual intimacy * Live a full life after divorce or widowhood * Sustain deeper intimate relationships, and * Gain autonomy
Are you dealing with life threatening illness? Would you like to recapture sexual intimacy in your relationship? Are you having relationship, grief or divorce struggles? Having experienced the grief and loss brought forward by my spouse's terminal illness, I have developed strong insights to help my clients: * Live with illness * Recapture sexual intimacy * Live a full life after divorce or widowhood * Sustain deeper intimate relationships, and * Gain autonomy
(310) 945-2910 View (310) 945-2910
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True Counseling Services PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LICSW, LICSW-C, LCSW, CTMH
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90017
I am a LCSW licensed in TX, FL, CA, MA, SC, ME, VT, VA, WV & NJ, CO, NV & DC. I provide virtual therapy sessions via a secure online platform for the convenience and ease of my clients to be able to receive therapy wherever they may be and feel comfortable. I graduated from the University of Maine in 2008 & from the University of Southern Maine in 2012. I have experience with all populations and ages in all settings. My goal is to create a trusting relationship with clients to identify, process and work through identified issues, learning to implement coping skills for sustainable use independently of our sessions.
I am a LCSW licensed in TX, FL, CA, MA, SC, ME, VT, VA, WV & NJ, CO, NV & DC. I provide virtual therapy sessions via a secure online platform for the convenience and ease of my clients to be able to receive therapy wherever they may be and feel comfortable. I graduated from the University of Maine in 2008 & from the University of Southern Maine in 2012. I have experience with all populations and ages in all settings. My goal is to create a trusting relationship with clients to identify, process and work through identified issues, learning to implement coping skills for sustainable use independently of our sessions.
(817) 482-3188 View (817) 482-3188
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Mind Thrive Health
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90001
As a Therapy practice we love to help everyone! no matter what the situation is, our purpose is to help anyone struggling during these times!
As a Therapy practice we love to help everyone! no matter what the situation is, our purpose is to help anyone struggling during these times!
(949) 989-5476 View (949) 989-5476
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Layla Ashley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCH, CPLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Yes, I am accepting new clients and available for TELEHEALTH! Have you lost your passion and creativity? Do you feel stuck in your job or career path? Are you highly sensitive, feel overwhelmed or burned-out? Are your relationships suffering? I can help you transform your pain into feeling empowered, and use your gifts to fuel your relationships. I help you revive, focus, and succeed to bring your life and relationships to the highest potential. I bring 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist, specializing in treating couples, anxiety, PTSD, relationships/break-ups, life-purpose, creativity, grief/loss, and self-esteem building.
Yes, I am accepting new clients and available for TELEHEALTH! Have you lost your passion and creativity? Do you feel stuck in your job or career path? Are you highly sensitive, feel overwhelmed or burned-out? Are your relationships suffering? I can help you transform your pain into feeling empowered, and use your gifts to fuel your relationships. I help you revive, focus, and succeed to bring your life and relationships to the highest potential. I bring 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist, specializing in treating couples, anxiety, PTSD, relationships/break-ups, life-purpose, creativity, grief/loss, and self-esteem building.
(424) 326-0127 View (424) 326-0127

More Therapists Nearby

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Fariba Manesh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Burbank, CA 91501  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who offers well rounded experience in working with individuals, families, and couples, from a variety of social and cultural backgrounds. My goal is to help you free yourself from the effects of past experiences and cultural conditioning, break patterns of thinking that lead to conflictual relationships and strengthen your connection to your own unmet needs, help you with areas such as depression, anxiety, divorce, employment issues, life transitions, relationship issues and family conflicts.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who offers well rounded experience in working with individuals, families, and couples, from a variety of social and cultural backgrounds. My goal is to help you free yourself from the effects of past experiences and cultural conditioning, break patterns of thinking that lead to conflictual relationships and strengthen your connection to your own unmet needs, help you with areas such as depression, anxiety, divorce, employment issues, life transitions, relationship issues and family conflicts.
(818) 962-4207 View (818) 962-4207
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Jacalyn Renee Ostrove-Greenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFTT
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
I have worked in non-profit settings and have been in Private Practice for 30+ years as a Licensed Marriage,Family Therapist. I continually udate my expertise with contiuing ed. I bring a depth of knowledge coupled with a down-to-earth, caring approach to the therapeutic process. I enjoy working with my clients using many different modalities with a "REALITY" base. Some say that I am a "No Nonsense Therapist". Don't let that scare you away. My clients find me to be warm and caring. A measure of my success is based on my clients progress in meeting their personal, relationship and career goals as well as their personal growth.
I have worked in non-profit settings and have been in Private Practice for 30+ years as a Licensed Marriage,Family Therapist. I continually udate my expertise with contiuing ed. I bring a depth of knowledge coupled with a down-to-earth, caring approach to the therapeutic process. I enjoy working with my clients using many different modalities with a "REALITY" base. Some say that I am a "No Nonsense Therapist". Don't let that scare you away. My clients find me to be warm and caring. A measure of my success is based on my clients progress in meeting their personal, relationship and career goals as well as their personal growth.
(818) 963-9464 View (818) 963-9464
Photo of Ana Carla G Laidley, Marriage & Family Therapist in Los Angeles, CA
Ana Carla G Laidley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Inglewood, CA 90305
Salvador Minuchin (Structure Family Therapy).
One of my primary career objectives is help people helping themselves. I see Psychotherapy as a powerful tool for self-assistance and personal growth. My primary mission as psychotherapist is to encourage and assist people in finding ways to solve their emotional problems and develop more effective coping skills to deal with their issues. Through therapy people may find help to improve self-esteem, obtain self-confidence that promote a better quality life. Additionally, people may work on interpersonal relationship issues, fears, emotional conflicts, and traumas.
Salvador Minuchin (Structure Family Therapy).
One of my primary career objectives is help people helping themselves. I see Psychotherapy as a powerful tool for self-assistance and personal growth. My primary mission as psychotherapist is to encourage and assist people in finding ways to solve their emotional problems and develop more effective coping skills to deal with their issues. Through therapy people may find help to improve self-esteem, obtain self-confidence that promote a better quality life. Additionally, people may work on interpersonal relationship issues, fears, emotional conflicts, and traumas.
(424) 322-7401 View (424) 322-7401
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Erin T Childs
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90069  (Online Only)
Ms. Childs is a dynamic, interactive therapist who has been in mental health and wellness for over 30 years. She is dually licensed as a Marriage, Family and Child Counseling and as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Additionally she is also trained in telemental-health and credentialed as a Distance Counselor. Utilizing traditional and non-traditional resources, she involves the whole person in the therapeutic experience. Her collaborative, strength based approach empowers clients to succeed in their identified goals and issue resolution. Sessions are by distance counseling/telehealth.
Ms. Childs is a dynamic, interactive therapist who has been in mental health and wellness for over 30 years. She is dually licensed as a Marriage, Family and Child Counseling and as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Additionally she is also trained in telemental-health and credentialed as a Distance Counselor. Utilizing traditional and non-traditional resources, she involves the whole person in the therapeutic experience. Her collaborative, strength based approach empowers clients to succeed in their identified goals and issue resolution. Sessions are by distance counseling/telehealth.
(213) 260-4968 View (213) 260-4968
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Studio City Clinical Associates, Karen Chambre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD, Ca
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
For the past 40 years, I have had the pleasure of assisting my clients in overcoming their internal and external challenges. I am grateful for all the guidance and training I have received from my teachers, mentors, and supervisors. With their help, I have gained a deep understanding of psychodynamic, developmental, and mindfulness psychotherapy, which has enabled me to help clients of all ages, ethnicities, genders, and sexual orientations move forward. I am proud to introduce a new therapy corporation that consists of many excellent therapists, including Linda Engle, LCSW.
For the past 40 years, I have had the pleasure of assisting my clients in overcoming their internal and external challenges. I am grateful for all the guidance and training I have received from my teachers, mentors, and supervisors. With their help, I have gained a deep understanding of psychodynamic, developmental, and mindfulness psychotherapy, which has enabled me to help clients of all ages, ethnicities, genders, and sexual orientations move forward. I am proud to introduce a new therapy corporation that consists of many excellent therapists, including Linda Engle, LCSW.
(818) 276-9238 View (818) 276-9238
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Steven H. Seidman, Ph.D., Inc.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Burbank, CA 91505  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Licensed as both a clinical psychologist and an MFT, I am an experienced therapist providing treatment to individuals and couples in a non-judgmental and respectful manner allowing for safe exploration of your psychological concerns. I have over 25 years of experience with many different diagnoses and populations.
Licensed as both a clinical psychologist and an MFT, I am an experienced therapist providing treatment to individuals and couples in a non-judgmental and respectful manner allowing for safe exploration of your psychological concerns. I have over 25 years of experience with many different diagnoses and populations.
(415) 702-0981 View (415) 702-0981

Online Therapists

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Elizabeth Enneis Enneis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I have dealt with these same issues in my own family, so I understand it extremely well, and know I have the expertise and tools to help.
My ideal client is someone who has been struggling with addictions of all kinds, and is ready to receive help. I have worked with individuals and families affected by substance abuse, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD for 30 years. I am also trained in neurofeedback and have been integrating with talk therapy for 23 years. This helps with anxiety, ADHD and aspergers.
I have dealt with these same issues in my own family, so I understand it extremely well, and know I have the expertise and tools to help.
My ideal client is someone who has been struggling with addictions of all kinds, and is ready to receive help. I have worked with individuals and families affected by substance abuse, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD for 30 years. I am also trained in neurofeedback and have been integrating with talk therapy for 23 years. This helps with anxiety, ADHD and aspergers.
(949) 264-5945 View (949) 264-5945
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Roman Shain
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91355  (Online Only)
Roman Shain is a Licensed Master Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 25 years of experience helping children and adults who are struggling with coping skills, life transitions, trauma, anxiety, and stress.
Roman Shain is a Licensed Master Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 25 years of experience helping children and adults who are struggling with coping skills, life transitions, trauma, anxiety, and stress.
(661) 451-7109 View (661) 451-7109
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Mending Hearts Family Counseling Center, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Mending Hearts Family Counseling Center is a non-profit with a specific mission of supporting parents of children ages 1-10 with behavioral challenges.
Our passion is supporting parents to teach them how to dissolve tantrums, manage their impulses and help their children follow instructions quickly and happily? We teach the principles of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and PC-CARE, two protocols researched at UC Davis Children's Hospital that are both nurturing and effective. Parent learn a set of play therapy skills and behavior therapy skills that can bring warmth and peace back to the home. Foster, adoptive and LGBTQ+ families are welcomed and celebrated.
Mending Hearts Family Counseling Center is a non-profit with a specific mission of supporting parents of children ages 1-10 with behavioral challenges.
Our passion is supporting parents to teach them how to dissolve tantrums, manage their impulses and help their children follow instructions quickly and happily? We teach the principles of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and PC-CARE, two protocols researched at UC Davis Children's Hospital that are both nurturing and effective. Parent learn a set of play therapy skills and behavior therapy skills that can bring warmth and peace back to the home. Foster, adoptive and LGBTQ+ families are welcomed and celebrated.
(909) 643-8741 View (909) 643-8741
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Hailey Jackson
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92504
I am now offering individual, group, and family counseling.
Hi, my name is Hailey. I am grateful to be in this profession where I get to experience all the human complexities that make you, you. I started my work in psychotherapy doing crisis care in a youth shelter. This environment helped to develop a deep compassion for humanity and the skills to be able to advocate for human rights. It was at this job that I knew being a therapist was what I was meant to do. I have experience working with students in high schools and community colleges, doing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to treat symptoms of anxiety, stress and depression.
I am now offering individual, group, and family counseling.
Hi, my name is Hailey. I am grateful to be in this profession where I get to experience all the human complexities that make you, you. I started my work in psychotherapy doing crisis care in a youth shelter. This environment helped to develop a deep compassion for humanity and the skills to be able to advocate for human rights. It was at this job that I knew being a therapist was what I was meant to do. I have experience working with students in high schools and community colleges, doing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to treat symptoms of anxiety, stress and depression.
(951) 363-5821 View (951) 363-5821

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.