Therapists in Santa Monica, CA
Natalia Boucher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Welcome! The challenges of everyday living can seem overwhelming. Life at times presents us with struggles and setbacks, but sometimes the same problems will keep on recurring unless you make a change. Therapy can help you find the underlying causes of why you feel the way you do and finally move towards relief. I would be honored to work together with you on your journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. My therapy style offers a safe, warm and compassionate environment while encouraging my clients to recognize their strengths and weaknesses within themselves.
Welcome! The challenges of everyday living can seem overwhelming. Life at times presents us with struggles and setbacks, but sometimes the same problems will keep on recurring unless you make a change. Therapy can help you find the underlying causes of why you feel the way you do and finally move towards relief. I would be honored to work together with you on your journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. My therapy style offers a safe, warm and compassionate environment while encouraging my clients to recognize their strengths and weaknesses within themselves.
Madelyn Ott
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Finding a therapist who you connect with can be challenging and may often feel like an overwhelming journey to embark on. Whether you are dealing with grief, a break-up, depression, anxiety, work/school stress, or a major transition, therapy is a tool we can use to make life easier. No matter the size or context of your struggles, we’re both here for the same purpose: to help you thrive. I am here to support you in gaining insight to live with a bit more ease, to stay more present, to increase your awareness about your humanness, or simply validate that being human can be difficult and often a rollercoaster of emotions.
Finding a therapist who you connect with can be challenging and may often feel like an overwhelming journey to embark on. Whether you are dealing with grief, a break-up, depression, anxiety, work/school stress, or a major transition, therapy is a tool we can use to make life easier. No matter the size or context of your struggles, we’re both here for the same purpose: to help you thrive. I am here to support you in gaining insight to live with a bit more ease, to stay more present, to increase your awareness about your humanness, or simply validate that being human can be difficult and often a rollercoaster of emotions.
The Malone Collective
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90401
The Malone Collective is a high-end, concierge group practice. We specialize in personalized integrative care, working collaboratively with people struggling with a variety of concerns, including addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, and dual-diagnosis. We believe people are unique, and therefore, require unique and innovate solutions to their problems. Our programs focus on developing an individually tailored and personalized set of services to meet your unique needs and achieve your goals, which may include individual therapy with a psychologist, acupuncture, family therapy, life coaching, chiropractics, personal training, and more.
The Malone Collective is a high-end, concierge group practice. We specialize in personalized integrative care, working collaboratively with people struggling with a variety of concerns, including addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, and dual-diagnosis. We believe people are unique, and therefore, require unique and innovate solutions to their problems. Our programs focus on developing an individually tailored and personalized set of services to meet your unique needs and achieve your goals, which may include individual therapy with a psychologist, acupuncture, family therapy, life coaching, chiropractics, personal training, and more.
Lauren Martin Culp
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, CD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90404 (Online Only)
People come in with a desire to feel better, less stressed; resulting in successfully and confidently improving personal and professional relationships. Customized sessions help individuals achieve their goals- like attracting healthier romantic relationships, making better career or life choices, affair repair, clarity in parenting challenges or managing ADHD. Practical tools all based on my extensive professional training in holistic health, natural nutrition, body-mind therapies, meditation, etc.-specifically to support individuals, couples, and families.
People come in with a desire to feel better, less stressed; resulting in successfully and confidently improving personal and professional relationships. Customized sessions help individuals achieve their goals- like attracting healthier romantic relationships, making better career or life choices, affair repair, clarity in parenting challenges or managing ADHD. Practical tools all based on my extensive professional training in holistic health, natural nutrition, body-mind therapies, meditation, etc.-specifically to support individuals, couples, and families.
Zachary Sandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90403
My therapeutic style is grounded in the belief that authentic relationships are healing. I support people of various ethnic groups, sexual orientations and socioeconomic backgrounds to bring meaning to their lives, connect with their aliveness, and expand their sense of personal choice and freedom. My approach combines gestalt therapy, attachment theory and somatic experiencing. I am also trained in EMDR. For more than a decade I have been providing therapy to teens, adults and couples.
My therapeutic style is grounded in the belief that authentic relationships are healing. I support people of various ethnic groups, sexual orientations and socioeconomic backgrounds to bring meaning to their lives, connect with their aliveness, and expand their sense of personal choice and freedom. My approach combines gestalt therapy, attachment theory and somatic experiencing. I am also trained in EMDR. For more than a decade I have been providing therapy to teens, adults and couples.
Stewart Psycholoigcal Wellness Group
Psychologist, Karen Stewart, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Our group is dedicated to providing the best therapeutic experience for our patients. We treat each patient differently based on their unique situation and circumstances, while remaining empathetic, non-judgmental and professional.
Our group is dedicated to providing the best therapeutic experience for our patients. We treat each patient differently based on their unique situation and circumstances, while remaining empathetic, non-judgmental and professional.
Jennifer Schmelzer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Life is too short to live it feeling unsatisfied, confused, depleted and or powerless. Sometimes you can manage, but other times you want to turn to someone who will provide an compassionate, non-judgmental space for you to (re)connect with your deepest, most authentic self. Maybe you're in a relationship which feels stagnant, emotionally/physically disconnected or is burdened by accumulated hurts and betrayals, and you and your partner are seeking clarity, support and a new way of being either together or apart. Being skillful in relationships with others (and oneself) has become essential, and is central to our well being.
Life is too short to live it feeling unsatisfied, confused, depleted and or powerless. Sometimes you can manage, but other times you want to turn to someone who will provide an compassionate, non-judgmental space for you to (re)connect with your deepest, most authentic self. Maybe you're in a relationship which feels stagnant, emotionally/physically disconnected or is burdened by accumulated hurts and betrayals, and you and your partner are seeking clarity, support and a new way of being either together or apart. Being skillful in relationships with others (and oneself) has become essential, and is central to our well being.
Grey Interventions • Pat Potter Interventionist
CSAC, BS, MS, JD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Pat Potter is a seasoned Interventionist with 30 years of expertise in addiction and mental health crisis management. Known as the "last resort" in challenging cases, Pat leads Grey Interventions, advocating a non-judgmental, 'grey hat' approach. This philosophy recognizes the diversity in healing paths, focusing on personalized strategies for recovery and well-being, tailored to each individual's unique situation, needs, and strengths.
Pat Potter is a seasoned Interventionist with 30 years of expertise in addiction and mental health crisis management. Known as the "last resort" in challenging cases, Pat leads Grey Interventions, advocating a non-judgmental, 'grey hat' approach. This philosophy recognizes the diversity in healing paths, focusing on personalized strategies for recovery and well-being, tailored to each individual's unique situation, needs, and strengths.
Maria-Elena Kolovos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, JD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Not accepting new clients
I am passionate about accompanying people in their efforts to attain well-being. As a social worker, I honor the power of nurturing relationships to facilitate healing and promote positive change. In my prior career as an international human rights and immigration lawyer, I worked closely with communities marginalized by systems of power and privilege. The pillars of social justice--respect, care, recognition, and empathy--sustained my work of justly hearing and responding to diverse perspectives and needs; these same values inform my social work practice. I especially appreciate the impact of our collective and historical contexts.
I am passionate about accompanying people in their efforts to attain well-being. As a social worker, I honor the power of nurturing relationships to facilitate healing and promote positive change. In my prior career as an international human rights and immigration lawyer, I worked closely with communities marginalized by systems of power and privilege. The pillars of social justice--respect, care, recognition, and empathy--sustained my work of justly hearing and responding to diverse perspectives and needs; these same values inform my social work practice. I especially appreciate the impact of our collective and historical contexts.
Debra S Grant
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90405
I have been in practice for over 20 years. Initially working in the areas of eating disorders and other addictions has led me to specializing in problems related to relationships, both with others and with the self. As a result, I now specialize in working with couples and dysfunctional families. I have a rare ability to combine both the cognitive and spiritual. I also have experience working with dreams and how they inform us from deeper levels of the psyche. I practice depth psychology.
I have been in practice for over 20 years. Initially working in the areas of eating disorders and other addictions has led me to specializing in problems related to relationships, both with others and with the self. As a result, I now specialize in working with couples and dysfunctional families. I have a rare ability to combine both the cognitive and spiritual. I also have experience working with dreams and how they inform us from deeper levels of the psyche. I practice depth psychology.
Christine Quynh Anh Nguyen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405 (Online Only)
I love you, but I don't really get you; I hear this pretty often in the healthiest of relationships, and even more so in intercultural or interfaith ones. I know firsthand how wonderful and rewarding it is–and, at times, how painful and challenging. Maybe you’ve asked each other: “How do we connect again, now that we have kids? What’s changed and why is it affecting our sex life? Are we on the same page about my family? How important is this to you?” Being in love doesn't just take work. It takes understanding and acceptance. It takes holding each other and ourselves accountable for our own growth. Let's relearn each other.
I love you, but I don't really get you; I hear this pretty often in the healthiest of relationships, and even more so in intercultural or interfaith ones. I know firsthand how wonderful and rewarding it is–and, at times, how painful and challenging. Maybe you’ve asked each other: “How do we connect again, now that we have kids? What’s changed and why is it affecting our sex life? Are we on the same page about my family? How important is this to you?” Being in love doesn't just take work. It takes understanding and acceptance. It takes holding each other and ourselves accountable for our own growth. Let's relearn each other.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90403 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with your life and your emotions? Maybe you are experiencing difficulties in your relationships with others, trouble at home, anxiety, an addiction, or just a really challenging personal situation that you feel alone with. Perhaps you want your life to be different somehow but are feeling stuck. I would like to help you. It may feel hopeless right now, but you will have my years of experience and wisdom, skills and compassion with you - and together we will increase the quality of your life so that you may move forward with increased well-being , satisfaction, and meaning in your life.
Are you struggling with your life and your emotions? Maybe you are experiencing difficulties in your relationships with others, trouble at home, anxiety, an addiction, or just a really challenging personal situation that you feel alone with. Perhaps you want your life to be different somehow but are feeling stuck. I would like to help you. It may feel hopeless right now, but you will have my years of experience and wisdom, skills and compassion with you - and together we will increase the quality of your life so that you may move forward with increased well-being , satisfaction, and meaning in your life.
Charles Scott Dewell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Charles Dewell, M.A., LMFT I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with adult individuals and couples, helping them navigate their relationship, career and personal issues. My mission is to provide a safe refuge where my clients feel understood and encouraged to persevere through the ebb and flow of life's challenges.
Charles Dewell, M.A., LMFT I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with adult individuals and couples, helping them navigate their relationship, career and personal issues. My mission is to provide a safe refuge where my clients feel understood and encouraged to persevere through the ebb and flow of life's challenges.
Gonzalo Venecia
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90402 (Online Only)
One of the most difficult roads to navigate consciously is the path to one's life journey. Do you know where you are going to? Where will your road take you, and who is in the driver's seat? Endless questions arise. How does one listen to one's soul and deepen a better understanding of oneself? Does your soul yearn for acknowledgement, self-inquiry, self-discovery, self-acceptance, self-care, and fulfillment? Are you struggling to find meaning and purpose? Do you feel stuck, powerless, and yet seek a fuller expression of your artistry and creativity? Do you seek freedom and independence, as well as intimacy, connection, and healing?
One of the most difficult roads to navigate consciously is the path to one's life journey. Do you know where you are going to? Where will your road take you, and who is in the driver's seat? Endless questions arise. How does one listen to one's soul and deepen a better understanding of oneself? Does your soul yearn for acknowledgement, self-inquiry, self-discovery, self-acceptance, self-care, and fulfillment? Are you struggling to find meaning and purpose? Do you feel stuck, powerless, and yet seek a fuller expression of your artistry and creativity? Do you seek freedom and independence, as well as intimacy, connection, and healing?
Mary Johnson Neely
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403 (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychotherapist working with clients to address relationship issues, trauma, depression, anxiety and life transitions. My role as a therapist is to help you gain greater self awareness and relief. What is showing up as discontent, depression or anxiety can be transformed by understanding what is underneath these symptoms.
I am a licensed psychotherapist working with clients to address relationship issues, trauma, depression, anxiety and life transitions. My role as a therapist is to help you gain greater self awareness and relief. What is showing up as discontent, depression or anxiety can be transformed by understanding what is underneath these symptoms.
Ann Epifanio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90405 (Online Only)
I believe everyone has inherent strengths and abilities — let me help you discover yours. In my work, I focus on helping patients achieve change, discover their inherent strengths and abilities, shift to a solution-focused mindset, and increase awareness of their thoughts/feelings/behaviors. If we're hitting roadblocks, we work on identifying those roadblocks and getting "unstuck" — together.
I believe everyone has inherent strengths and abilities — let me help you discover yours. In my work, I focus on helping patients achieve change, discover their inherent strengths and abilities, shift to a solution-focused mindset, and increase awareness of their thoughts/feelings/behaviors. If we're hitting roadblocks, we work on identifying those roadblocks and getting "unstuck" — together.
LA Teen Social Skills
Marriage & Family Therapist, (LMFT)
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401
More than ever before, there is an increasing need for social skill-building experiences for young people. I help socially anxious adolescents to identify areas where they can improve their social skills, and then teach them tips and tricks to improve those skills. I can help your teen learn how to gain and keep more friends, as well as become more confident in social situations.
More than ever before, there is an increasing need for social skill-building experiences for young people. I help socially anxious adolescents to identify areas where they can improve their social skills, and then teach them tips and tricks to improve those skills. I can help your teen learn how to gain and keep more friends, as well as become more confident in social situations.
Duane M Harvey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90405
What we seek in our partner is connection. Deep, relaxed, secure connection is the springboard to passion. I help couples re-connect and stay connected by enhancing the positive, eliminating the negative and becoming each other's advocate. I help singles identify patterns that have haunted past relationships and help find and forge a new kind of loving partnership.
Anxiety, depression and addictions all stem from, or are fueled by, deficient early connections. Learning the skill and discipline to navigate a conscious romantic relationship can heal much of the past and free us from many restricting thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
What we seek in our partner is connection. Deep, relaxed, secure connection is the springboard to passion. I help couples re-connect and stay connected by enhancing the positive, eliminating the negative and becoming each other's advocate. I help singles identify patterns that have haunted past relationships and help find and forge a new kind of loving partnership.
Anxiety, depression and addictions all stem from, or are fueled by, deficient early connections. Learning the skill and discipline to navigate a conscious romantic relationship can heal much of the past and free us from many restricting thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
Teri Ercoli
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90405
CURRENTLY OFFERING TELE-THERAPY (ZOOM) AND PHONE SESSIONS Do you desire more healthy, functional relationships? Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed or paralyzed by your anxiety? Do you need a safe, non-judgmental place to explore your feelings? Everyone has the capacity for growth and change. As an attuned, skilled, empathetic and psychodynamically oriented therapist, I can help you discover a richer, deeper understanding of yourself and your possibilities while overcoming the obstacles to change.
CURRENTLY OFFERING TELE-THERAPY (ZOOM) AND PHONE SESSIONS Do you desire more healthy, functional relationships? Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed or paralyzed by your anxiety? Do you need a safe, non-judgmental place to explore your feelings? Everyone has the capacity for growth and change. As an attuned, skilled, empathetic and psychodynamically oriented therapist, I can help you discover a richer, deeper understanding of yourself and your possibilities while overcoming the obstacles to change.
Natalie Feinblatt
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Survivor of trauma. Struggling with addiction. Creative. Do at least two of these three describe you? If you're struggling to get sober, you're fearful about the impact sobriety might have on your creativity (and life in general). If you're in early sobriety, you're trying to gain your footing in a new landscape. If you're a trauma survivor, you're confused as to why your insight & sensitivity aren't helping you get to that light at the end of the tunnel. What do you do if your pain is too great to manage on your own?
Survivor of trauma. Struggling with addiction. Creative. Do at least two of these three describe you? If you're struggling to get sober, you're fearful about the impact sobriety might have on your creativity (and life in general). If you're in early sobriety, you're trying to gain your footing in a new landscape. If you're a trauma survivor, you're confused as to why your insight & sensitivity aren't helping you get to that light at the end of the tunnel. What do you do if your pain is too great to manage on your own?
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Number of Therapists in Santa Monica, CA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in Santa Monica, CA who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
85% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
73% | Trauma and PTSD |
66% | Grief |
65% | Stress |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
58% | Aetna |
48% | Cigna and Evernorth |
42% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Santa Monica, CA see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Santa Monica?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.