Therapists in 90002
Leila Alton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90002
Hey there, fellow life adventurer! Are you feeling a bit lost in the whirlwind of life's challenges and tangled emotions? Whether you’re a teen navigating the maze of adolescence; a student striving for excellence amidst life’s distractions; a young adult charting the waters of independence and self-discovery; or perhaps a woman confronting societal pressures head-on, know that I get it! Whatever stage you're at, if you're wrestling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, perfectionism, women's issues, or the aftermath of some epic life turbulence, you're in the right place!
Hey there, fellow life adventurer! Are you feeling a bit lost in the whirlwind of life's challenges and tangled emotions? Whether you’re a teen navigating the maze of adolescence; a student striving for excellence amidst life’s distractions; a young adult charting the waters of independence and self-discovery; or perhaps a woman confronting societal pressures head-on, know that I get it! Whatever stage you're at, if you're wrestling with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, perfectionism, women's issues, or the aftermath of some epic life turbulence, you're in the right place!
G Evelyn LeSure-Lester
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90002 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience in providing psychotherapy. I currently work with adults who suffer from an array of psychological problems including but not limited to depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and relationship problems. I am especially sensitive to cultural and gender issues and provide a personalized and integrated therapeutic approach using a combination of therapies: humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and family systems to help improve the individual's well-being, mental health, and relationships.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience in providing psychotherapy. I currently work with adults who suffer from an array of psychological problems including but not limited to depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and relationship problems. I am especially sensitive to cultural and gender issues and provide a personalized and integrated therapeutic approach using a combination of therapies: humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and family systems to help improve the individual's well-being, mental health, and relationships.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.