Family Therapy in 90049
Having worked in an In-patient treatment center & with John Bradshaw for many years & being personally involved in the 12-Step world for 31+ years, I bring my experience, a backdrop of family systems, the 'recovery' community's wisdom & numerous other wise, true & tested modalities & insights to my work.
With 30 years experience, I bring an empathic, compassionate & affirming energy to my work & to my clients. I work well with both adult men & women of all ages, especially those willing to 'do the work' needed to grow, thrive, introspect and lead lives of happiness, empowerment, joy, fulfillment & freedom. I've been blessed w/ many miracles on my life's journey & eagerly desire to assist seekers in experiencing and creating their own miracles. I believe in the inherent good & deserving nature of clients & desire to have them work on, out & through the issues which have limited or impaired their lives!
Having worked in an In-patient treatment center & with John Bradshaw for many years & being personally involved in the 12-Step world for 31+ years, I bring my experience, a backdrop of family systems, the 'recovery' community's wisdom & numerous other wise, true & tested modalities & insights to my work.
With 30 years experience, I bring an empathic, compassionate & affirming energy to my work & to my clients. I work well with both adult men & women of all ages, especially those willing to 'do the work' needed to grow, thrive, introspect and lead lives of happiness, empowerment, joy, fulfillment & freedom. I've been blessed w/ many miracles on my life's journey & eagerly desire to assist seekers in experiencing and creating their own miracles. I believe in the inherent good & deserving nature of clients & desire to have them work on, out & through the issues which have limited or impaired their lives!
I am trained in these evidence-based modalities: EMDR, IFS (Internal Family Systems), Brief solution focused therapy, CBT ( cognitive behavioral therapy), EFT, Matrix Reimprinting, NLP and many others that I use- depending on the particular client.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we’ll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. Then, I have many evidence based therapy modalities that I use to move you forward faster. Most of them are the newer modalities such as EMDR, IFS, Ericksonian therapy, EFT, motivational interviewing and NLP. I integrate and combine these therapies to help you move through obstacles that have held you back.
I am trained in these evidence-based modalities: EMDR, IFS (Internal Family Systems), Brief solution focused therapy, CBT ( cognitive behavioral therapy), EFT, Matrix Reimprinting, NLP and many others that I use- depending on the particular client.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we’ll look at how your thoughts affect your emotions and experience. Then, I have many evidence based therapy modalities that I use to move you forward faster. Most of them are the newer modalities such as EMDR, IFS, Ericksonian therapy, EFT, motivational interviewing and NLP. I integrate and combine these therapies to help you move through obstacles that have held you back.
Pauline Garabet McFarland
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90049 (Online Only)
I have a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and have specialized training in Emotionally-Focused Therapy for Individuals and Couples.
I am licensed in California with 6 years of professional work experience. I have help clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and It would be an honor to support and guide you safely through your journey.
I have a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and have specialized training in Emotionally-Focused Therapy for Individuals and Couples.
I am licensed in California with 6 years of professional work experience. I have help clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and It would be an honor to support and guide you safely through your journey.
Jordan Long
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90049
If you are a tween, adolescent, or young adult, you may be feeling the weight of the personal, relational, family, and physical changes of this time. If you are a person who has been affected by cancer or chronic illness, you may feel alone in your experience, and exceedingly overwhelmed. If you are experiencing anxiety or OCD, you may be feeling scared and out of control. This is where I come in, to support you through these challenges, uncertainties, and trying times.
If you are a tween, adolescent, or young adult, you may be feeling the weight of the personal, relational, family, and physical changes of this time. If you are a person who has been affected by cancer or chronic illness, you may feel alone in your experience, and exceedingly overwhelmed. If you are experiencing anxiety or OCD, you may be feeling scared and out of control. This is where I come in, to support you through these challenges, uncertainties, and trying times.
Monique M Hitzman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Waitlist for new clients
Trained in family systems and psychodynamic theory, I will work with you to uncover the root causes of dysfunctional patterns and beliefs by exploring your past and connecting it to your current issues.
Do you feel stressed, anxious, depressed, or disconnected? Or lonely and unsupported? Do you need help navigating through life transitions, such as school, career, finding your purpose, divorce, spirituality, or aging? I am here to help you manage your life, as well as help you understand what is causing you to feel stuck. By helping you understand yourself better, your relationships will improve, and you will feel empowered to make positive changes to live a more fulfilling life in a more authentic way.
Trained in family systems and psychodynamic theory, I will work with you to uncover the root causes of dysfunctional patterns and beliefs by exploring your past and connecting it to your current issues.
Do you feel stressed, anxious, depressed, or disconnected? Or lonely and unsupported? Do you need help navigating through life transitions, such as school, career, finding your purpose, divorce, spirituality, or aging? I am here to help you manage your life, as well as help you understand what is causing you to feel stuck. By helping you understand yourself better, your relationships will improve, and you will feel empowered to make positive changes to live a more fulfilling life in a more authentic way.
In school,with friends or family, kids these days experience great stress and pressure.
I have worked with children and adolescents throughout my training and career in settings such as schools, clinics and hospitals as well as in private practice.
I work with a variety of adult clients with career-work, relationship and life-transitional issues.
I have been licensed as a Psychologist and practicing for over 20 years. I recieved my BA at the University of Michigan and have a MA in Human Development from the University of Chicago I also have an MA and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology.
In school,with friends or family, kids these days experience great stress and pressure.
I have worked with children and adolescents throughout my training and career in settings such as schools, clinics and hospitals as well as in private practice.
I work with a variety of adult clients with career-work, relationship and life-transitional issues.
I have been licensed as a Psychologist and practicing for over 20 years. I recieved my BA at the University of Michigan and have a MA in Human Development from the University of Chicago I also have an MA and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology.
Through a relationship-based process, clients gain insight into their family dynamics and past events, illustrating how these factors have influenced their current life experiences.
Jessie's current work focuses on supporting children, adolescents, and adults within the context of individual, family, and/or couples therapy. Together, they collaborate on the goals while receiving valuable tools and skills to cope with life challenges, gain empowerment, repair relationships, and develop agency, both within and outside the therapy room. Jessie specializes in a wide range of issues, including complex trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, self-worth, relationships, phase of life transitions, parenthood, self-esteem, and body image.
Through a relationship-based process, clients gain insight into their family dynamics and past events, illustrating how these factors have influenced their current life experiences.
Jessie's current work focuses on supporting children, adolescents, and adults within the context of individual, family, and/or couples therapy. Together, they collaborate on the goals while receiving valuable tools and skills to cope with life challenges, gain empowerment, repair relationships, and develop agency, both within and outside the therapy room. Jessie specializes in a wide range of issues, including complex trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, self-worth, relationships, phase of life transitions, parenthood, self-esteem, and body image.
I am a clinical psychologist who is passionate about my work in supporting youth, young adults and their families to address life’s challenges. Over the past 16 years, I have worked with diverse patients who are coping with anxiety, depression, adjustment to chronic illness-particularly chronic pain conditions, challenges related to gender and sexual identity, as well as difficulties faced with peer and family relationships.
I am a clinical psychologist who is passionate about my work in supporting youth, young adults and their families to address life’s challenges. Over the past 16 years, I have worked with diverse patients who are coping with anxiety, depression, adjustment to chronic illness-particularly chronic pain conditions, challenges related to gender and sexual identity, as well as difficulties faced with peer and family relationships.
I also use psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, family systems and mindfulness interventions to meet the treatment goals.
I treat children, adolescents and their families in my practice. Examples of issues I address include depression, anxiety, learning and behavioral challenges, bullying and conflict with peers, divorce, step-families, death of a parent or sibling, sexual, emotional or physical abuse, school refusal, school phobia, self-harming behaviors, and identity issues.
I also use psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, family systems and mindfulness interventions to meet the treatment goals.
I treat children, adolescents and their families in my practice. Examples of issues I address include depression, anxiety, learning and behavioral challenges, bullying and conflict with peers, divorce, step-families, death of a parent or sibling, sexual, emotional or physical abuse, school refusal, school phobia, self-harming behaviors, and identity issues.
Sasha Hawkes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90049 (Online Only)
Being a parent is hard work. There are so many unexpected challenges and emotions that arise that can feel overwhelming and isolating. I work with families who are struggling with parenting challenges, child sleep issues, pregnancy and/or birth trauma and postpartum mothers and fathers and couples who are adjusting to life as a family. I believe in a holistic approach where we focus on the past and present and how it connects to our current life as well as our mind, body and spirit.
Being a parent is hard work. There are so many unexpected challenges and emotions that arise that can feel overwhelming and isolating. I work with families who are struggling with parenting challenges, child sleep issues, pregnancy and/or birth trauma and postpartum mothers and fathers and couples who are adjusting to life as a family. I believe in a holistic approach where we focus on the past and present and how it connects to our current life as well as our mind, body and spirit.
Charlene Underhill Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Please let me know if I can be of help to you or your family.
I see individuals, couples and children and treat a wide range of issues such as relational problems, self-sabotage, pregnancy and post-partum difficulties, and parenting challenges.
I use a psychodynamic perspective, working with my clients in a collaborative and insightful process. Problems are understood within a context of past interpersonal experiences which often help provide understanding to the client's current situation. I am also well prepared to help clients of faith effectively integrate spiritual convictions and concerns with psychological understandings and emotional health.
Please let me know if I can be of help to you or your family.
I see individuals, couples and children and treat a wide range of issues such as relational problems, self-sabotage, pregnancy and post-partum difficulties, and parenting challenges.
I use a psychodynamic perspective, working with my clients in a collaborative and insightful process. Problems are understood within a context of past interpersonal experiences which often help provide understanding to the client's current situation. I am also well prepared to help clients of faith effectively integrate spiritual convictions and concerns with psychological understandings and emotional health.
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Trained in family systems, psychodynamic or "insight-oriented" therapies, and cognitive-behavioral therapies, I help the client find "what works" to help him or her feel supported in making the desired changes.
People entering therapy want some kind of change, whether in the quality of their relationships or in their personal or professional satisfaction levels. My style is warm and nurturing but highly interactive and practical. I help my clients gain the self-awareness to understand their goals, identify the roadblocks hindering their progress, and make the changes necessary for a healthier, richer life and deeper, more intimate relationships.
Trained in family systems, psychodynamic or "insight-oriented" therapies, and cognitive-behavioral therapies, I help the client find "what works" to help him or her feel supported in making the desired changes.
People entering therapy want some kind of change, whether in the quality of their relationships or in their personal or professional satisfaction levels. My style is warm and nurturing but highly interactive and practical. I help my clients gain the self-awareness to understand their goals, identify the roadblocks hindering their progress, and make the changes necessary for a healthier, richer life and deeper, more intimate relationships.
OCD & Anxiety Program of Southern California
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90049
We work with you, and when needed, your family, in a supportive and collaborative manner to provide a set of skills that help you toward your goal of making meaningful, lasting change.
I am a clinical psychologist and Co-Director of the OCD & Anxiety Program of Southern California. We are a group of compassionate clinicians who understand how difficult it can be to live with OCD and anxiety disorders. We specialize in providing effective treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, OC Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and depression. We utilize Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), particularly Exposure and Response Prevention (E/RP), which is considered to be the gold standard for the treatment of anxiety disorders. We also utilize other effective interventions, such as mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
We work with you, and when needed, your family, in a supportive and collaborative manner to provide a set of skills that help you toward your goal of making meaningful, lasting change.
I am a clinical psychologist and Co-Director of the OCD & Anxiety Program of Southern California. We are a group of compassionate clinicians who understand how difficult it can be to live with OCD and anxiety disorders. We specialize in providing effective treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, OC Spectrum Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and depression. We utilize Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), particularly Exposure and Response Prevention (E/RP), which is considered to be the gold standard for the treatment of anxiety disorders. We also utilize other effective interventions, such as mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Cyber Addiction Recovery Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90049
I have 32 years of experience treating children, teens and young adults with anxiety, mood, and impulse control disorders. I specialize in internet and video game addiction, Including teen and adult online pornography addiction. I conduct groups for internet and video game addiction. I provide individual, couples, and family counseling focusing on addiction and the underlying problems that create addiction.
I have 32 years of experience treating children, teens and young adults with anxiety, mood, and impulse control disorders. I specialize in internet and video game addiction, Including teen and adult online pornography addiction. I conduct groups for internet and video game addiction. I provide individual, couples, and family counseling focusing on addiction and the underlying problems that create addiction.
I am extremely passionate about my work, I grew up in a family of psychoanalysts, so my life has been immersed in the workings of the mind.
I have been working in the field of psychology for 25 years. My personal nature combined with superior training allows me to help people manage the complicated array of emotions that naturally occur among all of us. My post-doctoral training strengthened my ability to work effectively with children and their families, in addition to helping couples and parents. I will help you understand yourself, your relationships, so that you will be able to manage your feelings as opposed to experiencing that your feelings hold you hostage. It is then that you will feel more alive and more connected to yourself and your surroundings.
I am extremely passionate about my work, I grew up in a family of psychoanalysts, so my life has been immersed in the workings of the mind.
I have been working in the field of psychology for 25 years. My personal nature combined with superior training allows me to help people manage the complicated array of emotions that naturally occur among all of us. My post-doctoral training strengthened my ability to work effectively with children and their families, in addition to helping couples and parents. I will help you understand yourself, your relationships, so that you will be able to manage your feelings as opposed to experiencing that your feelings hold you hostage. It is then that you will feel more alive and more connected to yourself and your surroundings.
In individual, couples, or family therapy, by working collaboratively, we can work through the obstacles that are preventing you from being who you desire to be.
Being able to have meaningful relationships in your life takes effort and can make a difference in the difficult situations that you may face during a lifetime. Sometimes the ghosts from our past make it hard to trust and communicate with our loved ones. Your past and present environmental stressors and relationships can shape who you are today and create feelings of depression and anxiety. At times, doing anything to cope seems necessary. However, with therapy, you can find those strengths that you already have and bring them to light in order to change your quality of life for the better.
In individual, couples, or family therapy, by working collaboratively, we can work through the obstacles that are preventing you from being who you desire to be.
Being able to have meaningful relationships in your life takes effort and can make a difference in the difficult situations that you may face during a lifetime. Sometimes the ghosts from our past make it hard to trust and communicate with our loved ones. Your past and present environmental stressors and relationships can shape who you are today and create feelings of depression and anxiety. At times, doing anything to cope seems necessary. However, with therapy, you can find those strengths that you already have and bring them to light in order to change your quality of life for the better.
Ian P McLoone
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Are you or a loved one thinking about making a change to your drinking or substance use? I can help. Some of my clients have been in and out of rehab many times and were looking for an alternative-someone with deep expertise who can provide a new way of looking at their problem and identify a pathway out of their suffering. Still other clients came to me because they did not feel that they needed something as intensive as rehab and wanted to work on their substance use while still taking care of their career, family, home and other obligations. I would be honored to be of assistance.
Are you or a loved one thinking about making a change to your drinking or substance use? I can help. Some of my clients have been in and out of rehab many times and were looking for an alternative-someone with deep expertise who can provide a new way of looking at their problem and identify a pathway out of their suffering. Still other clients came to me because they did not feel that they needed something as intensive as rehab and wanted to work on their substance use while still taking care of their career, family, home and other obligations. I would be honored to be of assistance.
The simple act of acknowledging that treatment may provide relief for your child and family is a profound representation of love.
Hi there! I am a licensed child psychologist based out of West Los Angeles, California. It is my greatest privilege to dedicate my life’s work to repairing key family relationships and facilitating impactful and long-lasting systemic change. Through extensive and comprehensive treatment experience resolving acute pediatric disorders including oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), disruptive-mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), and selective mutism, I am confident in my ability to anchor families to stable waters.
The simple act of acknowledging that treatment may provide relief for your child and family is a profound representation of love.
Hi there! I am a licensed child psychologist based out of West Los Angeles, California. It is my greatest privilege to dedicate my life’s work to repairing key family relationships and facilitating impactful and long-lasting systemic change. Through extensive and comprehensive treatment experience resolving acute pediatric disorders including oppositional-defiant disorder (ODD), disruptive-mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), and selective mutism, I am confident in my ability to anchor families to stable waters.
Kevin Graves
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90049
in Marriage and Family Therapy, Topping and AHEC fellowships).
“Bridging is the work of opening the gate to the stranger, within and without.” – Gloria E. Anzaldúa. You’re at an inflection point. The ground has shifted; you find yourself on rocky terrain. The trail’s end is hazy, but you catch a glimpse: the outline of a hopeful future, somehow. Let us nurture those neglected pieces of yourself too oft ignored. With sincerity, compassion, and levity, I offer steady company on your voyage. You’ll discover bridges to yourself, your loved ones, and the goals that matter to you. The discourse shall be rich; the reflection, deep; the change, meaningful. You needn’t travel alone.
in Marriage and Family Therapy, Topping and AHEC fellowships).
“Bridging is the work of opening the gate to the stranger, within and without.” – Gloria E. Anzaldúa. You’re at an inflection point. The ground has shifted; you find yourself on rocky terrain. The trail’s end is hazy, but you catch a glimpse: the outline of a hopeful future, somehow. Let us nurture those neglected pieces of yourself too oft ignored. With sincerity, compassion, and levity, I offer steady company on your voyage. You’ll discover bridges to yourself, your loved ones, and the goals that matter to you. The discourse shall be rich; the reflection, deep; the change, meaningful. You needn’t travel alone.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who received her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. I am licensed to practice in the states of California and New York, and specialize in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, and Eating Disorders. My clinical work focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure & Response Prevention, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness skills training for adults, adolescents, and children.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who received her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. I am licensed to practice in the states of California and New York, and specialize in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, and Eating Disorders. My clinical work focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure & Response Prevention, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness skills training for adults, adolescents, and children.
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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.