
Larisa Southerland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94104
Let's Connect (323) 894-0768

Navigating relationships can be tricky, to say the least. I believe the most important element of any relationship is communication. Breakdowns in communication are common and may go undetected for months, or even years. Becoming aware of how we communicate and adjusting appropriately can make all the difference in our interactions moving forward. In my work with couples, I primarily use Imago Relationship Therapy to help repair relational ruptures, rebuild trust, and develop effective ways of communicating that soon become second nature. I also incorporate elements of other approaches to create a treatment plan that works for you.
When working with anxiety and/or OCD, I utilize Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mastery Approach. I understand how all-encompassing anxious thoughts can be and how each individual experiences anxiety and OCD differently.
One of the most important parts of therapy is creating a strong therapeutic relationship with each other. This is accomplished by building trust, fostering a sense of safety, and mutual respect. Your success is my priority. If you think we'd be a good fit, please reach out to schedule a free 15-minute consultation here or via www.larisasoutherland.care.
Call or Email Larisa Southerland now for a free 15 minute consultation - (323) 894-0768
Let's Connect (323) 894-0768

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (323) 894-0768

Larisa Southerland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 145725 Supervised by Brad Byrum (California / 118448) Larisa Southerland
- In Practice for 2 Years
- Degree/Diploma from University of South Florida Bachelor of Arts in Psychology / 2017
- Attended Touro University, Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2023
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Body Positivity
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Marital and Premarital
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Relationship Issues
4 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Family / Marital
- Gottman Method
- Imago
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Groups
Imago Couples Skill Building Group - Online

Do you feel misunderstood in your relationship? Do you and your partner struggle with communication? Effective communication is the cornerstone of a happy, healthy relationship. You may be wondering, “how do I communicate effectively?” Attending RelationshipWisdom’s Imago Skill Building Group is a great first step. This group utilizes Imago Relationship Therapy to help you and your partner understand yourselves and each other in a new way, allowing for productive conversations. This is an 8-week group geared towards couples who want to learn tools for improving their relationship. For more information, email me or visit www.larisasoutherland.care/groups.
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$50
Group Meets
Every Sun 1 P.M. - 2:30 P.M.
Location
Online
San Francisco, CA 94104
Email Larisa Southerland about this group or call - (323) 894-0768
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (323) 894-0768

Larisa Southerland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT