Therapists in Hollywood, CA
Gregory Walston
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT, CPRP
Verified Verified
Hollywood, CA 90028 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in issues important to LGBTQI individuals/couples/families, like substance use recovery, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, coming out process, acceptance/family issues, HIV adjustment issues, men's issues, grief/loss, men and trauma, other gender issues, and psychological recovery from trauma. I enjoy helping LGBT people resolve early child/family issues that continue to block happiness. Also, I am experienced in helping teens. Whether you feel lost, stuck, or empty, let's work together to help you build a happier foundation, resolving any issues that hold you back so you can move forward and reclaim your life!
I specialize in issues important to LGBTQI individuals/couples/families, like substance use recovery, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, coming out process, acceptance/family issues, HIV adjustment issues, men's issues, grief/loss, men and trauma, other gender issues, and psychological recovery from trauma. I enjoy helping LGBT people resolve early child/family issues that continue to block happiness. Also, I am experienced in helping teens. Whether you feel lost, stuck, or empty, let's work together to help you build a happier foundation, resolving any issues that hold you back so you can move forward and reclaim your life!
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APLA Health - Gleicher/Chen Health Center
Psychologist
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90046
We are a licensed group of psychologists, clinical social workers, and marriage and family therapists.
We at APLA Health - Gleicher/Chen Health Center are dedicated to serving our community, and we make working with individuals of all backgrounds part of our mission. We are here to help, whether you're completely committed to change or you're struggling with the idea. We provide medical, dental, and behavioral health care all within the same clinic. In addition to primary care, we offer sexual health testing and treatment, HIV/AIDs care, and medical interventions for the trans community. We also have a team of substance abuse and prevention specialists at this location.
We are a licensed group of psychologists, clinical social workers, and marriage and family therapists.
We at APLA Health - Gleicher/Chen Health Center are dedicated to serving our community, and we make working with individuals of all backgrounds part of our mission. We are here to help, whether you're completely committed to change or you're struggling with the idea. We provide medical, dental, and behavioral health care all within the same clinic. In addition to primary care, we offer sexual health testing and treatment, HIV/AIDs care, and medical interventions for the trans community. We also have a team of substance abuse and prevention specialists at this location.
Athena Mesina
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90036 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Athena and I am an Associate Registered Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, California. I have experience working with adults and teens addressing physical trauma, emotional abuse, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more. I previously worked for a Trauma Assault Crisis Center which has expanded my expertise to include a population that has experienced complex traumas. To me, a therapist is a form of support walking alongside clients in their mental health journey; continuing to learn with them, staying proactive, and backing them as they navigate obstacles. A safe and warm, compassionate space.
Welcome! My name is Athena and I am an Associate Registered Marriage and Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, California. I have experience working with adults and teens addressing physical trauma, emotional abuse, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more. I previously worked for a Trauma Assault Crisis Center which has expanded my expertise to include a population that has experienced complex traumas. To me, a therapist is a form of support walking alongside clients in their mental health journey; continuing to learn with them, staying proactive, and backing them as they navigate obstacles. A safe and warm, compassionate space.
Meredith Murdock
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027
At times life can feel challenging. Navigating relationships, work, family, or just day to day tasks can sometimes feel overwhelming and disheartening. It takes courage to reflect on ourselves, our experiences, and our life choices. I commend you for taking this step.
At times life can feel challenging. Navigating relationships, work, family, or just day to day tasks can sometimes feel overwhelming and disheartening. It takes courage to reflect on ourselves, our experiences, and our life choices. I commend you for taking this step.
Alexandria Moss
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027 (Online Only)
Are you a young lady or adult woman who is having difficulty navigating life? Do you have a daughter who needs help? Difficulties in life can cause crisis, guilt, shame, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, a lack of faith and hope, and a lack of understanding who you are and what you stand for. If you are interested in straightening you path, gaining clarity and building faith, please consider reaching out. I am an experienced therapist helping children/adolescents and adults with challenging life issues. I got my start in the helping field as a therapist for veterans and their dependents.
Are you a young lady or adult woman who is having difficulty navigating life? Do you have a daughter who needs help? Difficulties in life can cause crisis, guilt, shame, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, a lack of faith and hope, and a lack of understanding who you are and what you stand for. If you are interested in straightening you path, gaining clarity and building faith, please consider reaching out. I am an experienced therapist helping children/adolescents and adults with challenging life issues. I got my start in the helping field as a therapist for veterans and their dependents.
Paloma Margaret Mckenna
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with with sex, desire, and low self-esteem? Do you find yourself consistently attracting the wrong types of people, want better relationships and to feel good about who you are? If you feel stuck, enraged, depressed, anxious or stressed-out, I would like to be there to support you as become more resilient, aware and empowered in your life. It is human to need connection and belonging from others. Together, we can build those pathways to connection that truly bring the best out of you, helping you to strengthen bonds, become more attached within yourself and in your most intimate relationships.
Do you struggle with with sex, desire, and low self-esteem? Do you find yourself consistently attracting the wrong types of people, want better relationships and to feel good about who you are? If you feel stuck, enraged, depressed, anxious or stressed-out, I would like to be there to support you as become more resilient, aware and empowered in your life. It is human to need connection and belonging from others. Together, we can build those pathways to connection that truly bring the best out of you, helping you to strengthen bonds, become more attached within yourself and in your most intimate relationships.
Faith Hyden
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90004 (Online Only)
Accepting new Referrals! I strongly believe in the healing power of a safe therapeutic space and human connection to build resilience and foster a more fulfilling life. I strive to co-create a safe space that is warm, collaborative, and empathic so that, together, we can process and integrate past or current traumatic or disruptive experiences, and explore questions of identity, self-concept, and interpersonal relationships. My client-centered, trauma-informed, and integrative approach lends itself to meeting my clients where they are at and walking alongside you as you uncover the strengths and tools.
Accepting new Referrals! I strongly believe in the healing power of a safe therapeutic space and human connection to build resilience and foster a more fulfilling life. I strive to co-create a safe space that is warm, collaborative, and empathic so that, together, we can process and integrate past or current traumatic or disruptive experiences, and explore questions of identity, self-concept, and interpersonal relationships. My client-centered, trauma-informed, and integrative approach lends itself to meeting my clients where they are at and walking alongside you as you uncover the strengths and tools.
Natasha Davani
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Feelings of stress, insecurity, and sadness are often a part of life. But if feelings like these are becoming so overwhelming that they're affecting your daily well-being and relationships, therapy can help. I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship struggles. In our work together, we'll explore your core beliefs, foster self-compassion, and figure out solutions to come to a place of healing and fulfillment.
Feelings of stress, insecurity, and sadness are often a part of life. But if feelings like these are becoming so overwhelming that they're affecting your daily well-being and relationships, therapy can help. I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship struggles. In our work together, we'll explore your core beliefs, foster self-compassion, and figure out solutions to come to a place of healing and fulfillment.
Joya Italiano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90028 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping those who struggle with anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, relationship difficulties, and other symptoms of attachment trauma. If you struggle with making decisions, if you're not sure how to navigate relationships, or if you sometimes just feel "lost," therapy can be beneficial. Early attachment wounding can cause ruptures to one's sense of internal safety and identity formation, but we will work together to explore and process your thoughts and emotions in the safety of a corrective attachment experience - the therapeutic relationship itself.
I specialize in helping those who struggle with anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, relationship difficulties, and other symptoms of attachment trauma. If you struggle with making decisions, if you're not sure how to navigate relationships, or if you sometimes just feel "lost," therapy can be beneficial. Early attachment wounding can cause ruptures to one's sense of internal safety and identity formation, but we will work together to explore and process your thoughts and emotions in the safety of a corrective attachment experience - the therapeutic relationship itself.
Iris Haas-Biel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Even at the best of times a person can be juggling life transitions, relationships, and regular every day commitments. A greater understanding of the relationship you have with yourself, your history, and the world around you can be integral to a balanced and enjoyable existence. In collaborative sessions, I draw from humanistic principles, creating a non-judgmental and empathetic space where you can authentically explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. A narrative lens allows us to unravel the stories that shape your understanding of self, relationships, and the unique transitions you are navigating.
Even at the best of times a person can be juggling life transitions, relationships, and regular every day commitments. A greater understanding of the relationship you have with yourself, your history, and the world around you can be integral to a balanced and enjoyable existence. In collaborative sessions, I draw from humanistic principles, creating a non-judgmental and empathetic space where you can authentically explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. A narrative lens allows us to unravel the stories that shape your understanding of self, relationships, and the unique transitions you are navigating.
Curated Family Therapeutics
BCBA
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90036
We specialize in 1-1 neuro-affirming therapy for members of the neurodivergent community who also struggle with their mental health (anxiety, depression, OCD, etc…). With over 15 years of experience, we take pride in supporting teens and adults OR parents who have children with diagnosis' such as Autism, Downs Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Fragile X Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities, and/or multiple disabilities.
We specialize in 1-1 neuro-affirming therapy for members of the neurodivergent community who also struggle with their mental health (anxiety, depression, OCD, etc…). With over 15 years of experience, we take pride in supporting teens and adults OR parents who have children with diagnosis' such as Autism, Downs Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Fragile X Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities, and/or multiple disabilities.
Monika Hambardzumyan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burbank, CA 91505
As an Armenian American clinician, I strive to provide mental health education in my community to raise awareness and decrease the stigma of seeking therapeutic services. I believe being multiculturally competent is necessary to better understand individuals from various backgrounds and to be more aware of one’s own biases. I use a strengths-based approach to explore and provide support for you to reach your individualized goals. My desire is to help you improve your quality of life whether it's dealing with anxiety, life stressors, or difficult life transitions.
As an Armenian American clinician, I strive to provide mental health education in my community to raise awareness and decrease the stigma of seeking therapeutic services. I believe being multiculturally competent is necessary to better understand individuals from various backgrounds and to be more aware of one’s own biases. I use a strengths-based approach to explore and provide support for you to reach your individualized goals. My desire is to help you improve your quality of life whether it's dealing with anxiety, life stressors, or difficult life transitions.
Eagle Rock Therapy, Progressive & Affirming
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027 (Online Only)
Now accepting new clients. Do you work around daily feelings of depression and anxiety? Have you self-diagnosed your symptoms and tried your best to do all the things that are suppose to help? If so, therapy is your next step. Getting someone on your team, like a therapist, to help you sort and solve what is happening inside can make a significant difference. If you've never had therapy before your in for a treat. It's all about YOU for an hour every week. Your thoughts, your feelings and your needs will be held in a kind and gentle atmosphere, allowing you to relax and open to new healing possibilities.
Now accepting new clients. Do you work around daily feelings of depression and anxiety? Have you self-diagnosed your symptoms and tried your best to do all the things that are suppose to help? If so, therapy is your next step. Getting someone on your team, like a therapist, to help you sort and solve what is happening inside can make a significant difference. If you've never had therapy before your in for a treat. It's all about YOU for an hour every week. Your thoughts, your feelings and your needs will be held in a kind and gentle atmosphere, allowing you to relax and open to new healing possibilities.
Amy Rodriguez-Sanders
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90046
Hello and welcome! Seeking a therapist can be an intimidating process, but doing so is an important step toward your well-being. You may be anxious, depressed, stressed, or struggling with relationships in your life and looking for a way to feel better. I specialize in working with people who identify as LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, immigrants, and children of immigrants while affirming their identities and lived experiences. As a child of immigrants myself, I understand the unique challenges and perspectives that can come with trying to reconcile one’s individual identity and culture with the dominant culture-at-large.
Hello and welcome! Seeking a therapist can be an intimidating process, but doing so is an important step toward your well-being. You may be anxious, depressed, stressed, or struggling with relationships in your life and looking for a way to feel better. I specialize in working with people who identify as LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, immigrants, and children of immigrants while affirming their identities and lived experiences. As a child of immigrants myself, I understand the unique challenges and perspectives that can come with trying to reconcile one’s individual identity and culture with the dominant culture-at-large.
Jena Moch
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Are you experiencing a big life transition? Have you experienced a loss? Or maybe just need a little extra support and guidance? As your therapist, I will approach challenges with an open mind and seek to meet you where you are at. My hope is for clients to walk away from sessions feeling heard and seen. I became a therapist to be able to provide a safe space for individuals to process life’s twists and turns in addition to helping clients find their inner truths. Clients like you find me to be warm, authentic and supportive.
Are you experiencing a big life transition? Have you experienced a loss? Or maybe just need a little extra support and guidance? As your therapist, I will approach challenges with an open mind and seek to meet you where you are at. My hope is for clients to walk away from sessions feeling heard and seen. I became a therapist to be able to provide a safe space for individuals to process life’s twists and turns in addition to helping clients find their inner truths. Clients like you find me to be warm, authentic and supportive.
Carly Yates
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, MA
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90046 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with couples experiencing conflict and disconnection & individuals suffering from anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, PTSD, anger, and difficult childhoods/pasts. I'm a "trauma-informed therapist" meaning there's awareness placed on the complex impact of certain experiences, often resulting in chronic suffering and overwhelm. Together we will work to understand what's contributing to your distress and develop a deeper connection to yourself and others.
I work with couples experiencing conflict and disconnection & individuals suffering from anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, PTSD, anger, and difficult childhoods/pasts. I'm a "trauma-informed therapist" meaning there's awareness placed on the complex impact of certain experiences, often resulting in chronic suffering and overwhelm. Together we will work to understand what's contributing to your distress and develop a deeper connection to yourself and others.
Melinda A Duran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90046 (Online Only)
As we navigate through life, we experience ups and downs, and each of us perceives our experiences in a unique way. Sometimes negative life experiences can take a toll on us; emotionally, mentally and physically. For some, the ability to overcome obstacles is a constant struggle. Over time, this can be detrimental to a person’s overall quality of life. Experiencing losses, trauma, anxiety and depression can make an indelible impression, but they do not have to define a person. We are in control of how we respond to the issues we face.
As we navigate through life, we experience ups and downs, and each of us perceives our experiences in a unique way. Sometimes negative life experiences can take a toll on us; emotionally, mentally and physically. For some, the ability to overcome obstacles is a constant struggle. Over time, this can be detrimental to a person’s overall quality of life. Experiencing losses, trauma, anxiety and depression can make an indelible impression, but they do not have to define a person. We are in control of how we respond to the issues we face.
Modern Mind Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Hollywood, CA 90046 (Online Only)
Services Offered: Telehealth, Individual Psychotherapy, Couple's and Family Counseling, Parent Training. At Modern Mind Therapy, we help empower our clients to overcome life's toughest challenges and reach their highest potential. Through a client centered approach, our highly skilled therapists collaborate with clients to help structure treatment plans tailored to each clients' individual needs.
Services Offered: Telehealth, Individual Psychotherapy, Couple's and Family Counseling, Parent Training. At Modern Mind Therapy, we help empower our clients to overcome life's toughest challenges and reach their highest potential. Through a client centered approach, our highly skilled therapists collaborate with clients to help structure treatment plans tailored to each clients' individual needs.
Gaya Parsanj
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90027
In my role as a therapist, I take a collaborative approach that invites humor and complexity, helps you organize your thoughts, untangle yourself from mental confusion, and embrace life as you see fit. Emotional challenges may stem from perspectives that no longer work for us, a lack of an understanding of our true selves, and challenging circumstances. I strive to help others overcome these challenges in their day to day. Whether they stem from attachment ruptures, grief and loss, or trauma, I'm here to support you navigate life and have someone capable of being an effective resource for you.
In my role as a therapist, I take a collaborative approach that invites humor and complexity, helps you organize your thoughts, untangle yourself from mental confusion, and embrace life as you see fit. Emotional challenges may stem from perspectives that no longer work for us, a lack of an understanding of our true selves, and challenging circumstances. I strive to help others overcome these challenges in their day to day. Whether they stem from attachment ruptures, grief and loss, or trauma, I'm here to support you navigate life and have someone capable of being an effective resource for you.
APLA Health - David Geffen Center
Psychologist
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90046
We at APLA Health - David Geffen Center, located in Koreatown, are dedicated to serving our community, and we make working with individuals of all backgrounds part of our mission. We are here to help, whether you're completely committed to change or you're struggling with the idea.
We at APLA Health - David Geffen Center, located in Koreatown, are dedicated to serving our community, and we make working with individuals of all backgrounds part of our mission. We are here to help, whether you're completely committed to change or you're struggling with the idea.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.