Therapists in 90013
Joana Valerie Saguin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90013 (Online Only)
Are you having challenges with your mental health due to uncontrollable anxiety, major depression exacerbated by one or more external stressors? Are you struggling to find your identity again postpartum and feeling stuck in adjusting with your new reality? Do you have unresolved grief or maybe just need someone trustworthy and nonjudgemental to talk to? I may be the suitable professional to support you in overcoming these challenges and others specific to your needs. I take on a collaborative approach because it is important for me that my patients feel empowered and validated about their treatment plans, goals and progress.
Are you having challenges with your mental health due to uncontrollable anxiety, major depression exacerbated by one or more external stressors? Are you struggling to find your identity again postpartum and feeling stuck in adjusting with your new reality? Do you have unresolved grief or maybe just need someone trustworthy and nonjudgemental to talk to? I may be the suitable professional to support you in overcoming these challenges and others specific to your needs. I take on a collaborative approach because it is important for me that my patients feel empowered and validated about their treatment plans, goals and progress.
Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90013
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides comprehensive psychological evaluations and therapy to kids, teenagers, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma informed individual, couples, group, and family sessions including yoga, mindfulness sessions, and art therapy. We are specialists in trauma informed therapy and our practice provides individual and group therapy services to survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and violent crimes. Our licensed and skilled team of therapists is devoted to providing quality services and our social justice team is committed to seeing you thrive in the community.
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides comprehensive psychological evaluations and therapy to kids, teenagers, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma informed individual, couples, group, and family sessions including yoga, mindfulness sessions, and art therapy. We are specialists in trauma informed therapy and our practice provides individual and group therapy services to survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and violent crimes. Our licensed and skilled team of therapists is devoted to providing quality services and our social justice team is committed to seeing you thrive in the community.
Juanita J Smith Whittington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90013 (Online Only)
Your life is a story of transition. I am a compassionate and experienced African American therapist with over 20 years of experience working with adolescents and adults. I am dedicated and committed to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals seeking healing and personal growth. I believe in the power of therapy to empower individuals and promote mental health well-being. Whether you are facing challenges related to life transitions, relationships, or personal development, I am here to guide you towards self-discovery and resilience. Let's collaborate to create positive change in your life.
Your life is a story of transition. I am a compassionate and experienced African American therapist with over 20 years of experience working with adolescents and adults. I am dedicated and committed to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals seeking healing and personal growth. I believe in the power of therapy to empower individuals and promote mental health well-being. Whether you are facing challenges related to life transitions, relationships, or personal development, I am here to guide you towards self-discovery and resilience. Let's collaborate to create positive change in your life.
Monica Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, MA Ed
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90013 (Online Only)
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed out? Are you dealing with past trauma in which you haven’t dealt with which is affecting your daily functioning? I can provide you in a safe space to support you with processing you feeling and healing from your struggles.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed out? Are you dealing with past trauma in which you haven’t dealt with which is affecting your daily functioning? I can provide you in a safe space to support you with processing you feeling and healing from your struggles.
Belinda Valdivia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90013 (Online Only)
Hello my name is Belinda Valdivia and I am a bilingual therapist licensed in California and have been working in different settings with diverse populations. Are you constantly worried about your problems and having difficulties controlling your anxious thoughts? Do you feel sad and low motivation to do the activities you once enjoyed? Have you experienced recent or past trauma that you have tried to avoid thinking about but keeps replaying in your mind? Is your child having issues managing his emotions and not sure how to help them?
Hello my name is Belinda Valdivia and I am a bilingual therapist licensed in California and have been working in different settings with diverse populations. Are you constantly worried about your problems and having difficulties controlling your anxious thoughts? Do you feel sad and low motivation to do the activities you once enjoyed? Have you experienced recent or past trauma that you have tried to avoid thinking about but keeps replaying in your mind? Is your child having issues managing his emotions and not sure how to help them?
Amanda Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90013 (Online Only)
Hi there! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Provider. My background is a combination of trauma and community-based mental health and I work with clients with an array of diverse backgrounds. My work with clients involves finding out how to address the concerns that stop you from living a fulfilling life. Finding answers to question such as: How can we move from surviving to thriving, becoming the best version of what we want for ourselves? Prior to becoming a psychotherapist I spent seven years in crisis work, working with individuals experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault.
Hi there! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Provider. My background is a combination of trauma and community-based mental health and I work with clients with an array of diverse backgrounds. My work with clients involves finding out how to address the concerns that stop you from living a fulfilling life. Finding answers to question such as: How can we move from surviving to thriving, becoming the best version of what we want for ourselves? Prior to becoming a psychotherapist I spent seven years in crisis work, working with individuals experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault.
India Diggins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90013 (Online Only)
My approach is psychodynamic, relational, and insight-oriented with a holistic focus on the mind-body continuum.
My approach is psychodynamic, relational, and insight-oriented with a holistic focus on the mind-body continuum.
Sheila Ciminera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90013
Not accepting new clients
"To bear witness" is to listen, observe, and validate painful and/or traumatic experiences of others. It is an honor and a privilege to do this work, and a role I love! I specialize in working with trauma, addiction, body image, reintegration, and finding meaning. I also specialize in supporting other helpers and healers. My mission is to create a safe, non judgmental space for you to grow and achieve your goals.
"To bear witness" is to listen, observe, and validate painful and/or traumatic experiences of others. It is an honor and a privilege to do this work, and a role I love! I specialize in working with trauma, addiction, body image, reintegration, and finding meaning. I also specialize in supporting other helpers and healers. My mission is to create a safe, non judgmental space for you to grow and achieve your goals.
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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.