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Chrystina Pope
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Hi there, I'm Chrystina Pope. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. who is passionate about supporting one's innate ability and desire to heal and live life with ease and joy. I am comfortable working with anyone interested in inquiring about their inner world to find ease and joy in being alive. I have experience in working with trauma, strong emotional reactions, anxiety, and depression, grief and loss, various levels of abuse and neglect as well as parenting and family systems.
Hi there, I'm Chrystina Pope. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. who is passionate about supporting one's innate ability and desire to heal and live life with ease and joy. I am comfortable working with anyone interested in inquiring about their inner world to find ease and joy in being alive. I have experience in working with trauma, strong emotional reactions, anxiety, and depression, grief and loss, various levels of abuse and neglect as well as parenting and family systems.
(818) 918-5755 View (818) 918-5755
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Anna Raileanu Pincin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Hi and welcome! My name is Iris Raileanu Pincin and I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I work with individuals on a variety of topics such as depression, anxiety, trauma etc. utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused- CBT, Psychodynamic etc. In addition, I work with couples on communication, healthy fighting, discovering unmet needs and so much more by utilizing Gottman, Prepare & Enrich etc.
Hi and welcome! My name is Iris Raileanu Pincin and I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I work with individuals on a variety of topics such as depression, anxiety, trauma etc. utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused- CBT, Psychodynamic etc. In addition, I work with couples on communication, healthy fighting, discovering unmet needs and so much more by utilizing Gottman, Prepare & Enrich etc.
(323) 924-3079 View (323) 924-3079
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Patricia Gordan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Tricia Gordan, LMFT Lic 85484, is a licensed marriage and family therapist who has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in various clinical settings for more than a decade. Because of her personal experience with a physical difference, Tricia has a uniquely empathetic way of relating to clients and helping them overcome adversity. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors, and parenting challenges. Tricia particularly enjoys sharing her knowledge about respectful parenting and supporting new parents in the many adjustments that come with welcoming new family members.
Tricia Gordan, LMFT Lic 85484, is a licensed marriage and family therapist who has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in various clinical settings for more than a decade. Because of her personal experience with a physical difference, Tricia has a uniquely empathetic way of relating to clients and helping them overcome adversity. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors, and parenting challenges. Tricia particularly enjoys sharing her knowledge about respectful parenting and supporting new parents in the many adjustments that come with welcoming new family members.
(831) 228-8549 View (831) 228-8549
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Alejandro Daniel Pina Online Couples Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
I’m a licensed marriage counselor trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy by the ICEEFT.
For relationships in conflict, couples feeling hopeless and stuck; learn to redevelop genuine empathy for each other. I’m trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and offer online couples counseling for; partners going through difficult life transitions, married couples considering divorce, new couples moving in together, interracial couples with cultural differences, relationships experiencing various tiers of infidelity, EFT helps many couples in different situations. I’m an Inclusive Therapist providing LGBTQ Affirming and Latinx Therapy.
I’m a licensed marriage counselor trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy by the ICEEFT.
For relationships in conflict, couples feeling hopeless and stuck; learn to redevelop genuine empathy for each other. I’m trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and offer online couples counseling for; partners going through difficult life transitions, married couples considering divorce, new couples moving in together, interracial couples with cultural differences, relationships experiencing various tiers of infidelity, EFT helps many couples in different situations. I’m an Inclusive Therapist providing LGBTQ Affirming and Latinx Therapy.
(213) 699-4931 View (213) 699-4931
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Promla Singh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
If you are feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed in your relationships, then working with an experienced and skilled therapist can be enormously helpful. I have over 22 years of experience working with a wide range of clients and concerns. Depression, anxiety, relationship, marital/family issues, self-esteem, and trauma, are some of the issues I help clients with. You can contact me at 323 875 9501 for a free phone/video consultation, to see if I would be a good fit.
If you are feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed in your relationships, then working with an experienced and skilled therapist can be enormously helpful. I have over 22 years of experience working with a wide range of clients and concerns. Depression, anxiety, relationship, marital/family issues, self-esteem, and trauma, are some of the issues I help clients with. You can contact me at 323 875 9501 for a free phone/video consultation, to see if I would be a good fit.
(323) 875-9501 View (323) 875-9501
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Lexi Berard Couples Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
My specialty is in helping people heal their relationships. My clients have typically come to a crossroads in their relationship, such as experiencing infidelity or a betrayal, or are preparing for a significant life transition, like entering marriage or parenthood. Sometimes these experiences can bring up feelings of overwhelm, or a nagging feeling to tackle it all "perfectly". I'm here to tell you these are normal, human experiences that deserve the care and attention to process and experience. I'm here to support you on this healing journey to create the happy, healthy, fulfilling life you deserve.
My specialty is in helping people heal their relationships. My clients have typically come to a crossroads in their relationship, such as experiencing infidelity or a betrayal, or are preparing for a significant life transition, like entering marriage or parenthood. Sometimes these experiences can bring up feelings of overwhelm, or a nagging feeling to tackle it all "perfectly". I'm here to tell you these are normal, human experiences that deserve the care and attention to process and experience. I'm here to support you on this healing journey to create the happy, healthy, fulfilling life you deserve.
(213) 214-3437 View (213) 214-3437
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Virginia L. Melin
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Craving a reconnection to life, nature & your authentic self? Cultural pressure, learned defenses, grief & attachment styles serve as guides to a deep story about your origins, unique needs & true desires. Rather than condemn symptoms & pain, let's get curious and engage creative exploration to mourn loss & build a meaningful relationship with your goals & your identity to take ownership of personal narratives. Together, we will unearth ingrained beliefs that do not serve your true purpose & desire to grow, discover tools to thrive, & reignite your authentic self expression, hopefulness, connection with others, & your life force.
Craving a reconnection to life, nature & your authentic self? Cultural pressure, learned defenses, grief & attachment styles serve as guides to a deep story about your origins, unique needs & true desires. Rather than condemn symptoms & pain, let's get curious and engage creative exploration to mourn loss & build a meaningful relationship with your goals & your identity to take ownership of personal narratives. Together, we will unearth ingrained beliefs that do not serve your true purpose & desire to grow, discover tools to thrive, & reignite your authentic self expression, hopefulness, connection with others, & your life force.
(323) 973-2665 View (323) 973-2665
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Amy-Lynn Gerber
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to untangle the environment or beliefs you grew up with and your your current identity, or who you want to be in life? Have you experienced religious trauma which has made you question if who you are, or your life choices are "bad?" My goal is to help you unpack what you have been taught to believe, and integrate it with who you are as an individual, and how you want to live your life. We will work together to help you see new perspectives about yourself and your circumstances, and bring the unconscious beliefs that are holding you back to light, in order to enable you to live more freely and authentically.
Are you struggling to untangle the environment or beliefs you grew up with and your your current identity, or who you want to be in life? Have you experienced religious trauma which has made you question if who you are, or your life choices are "bad?" My goal is to help you unpack what you have been taught to believe, and integrate it with who you are as an individual, and how you want to live your life. We will work together to help you see new perspectives about yourself and your circumstances, and bring the unconscious beliefs that are holding you back to light, in order to enable you to live more freely and authentically.
(213) 293-1468 View (213) 293-1468
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Sasha Melendez-Goldman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
Therapy is a richly unique experience unlike any other. Through collaboration, acceptance, and honesty my practice helps individuals open their minds to healing and fulfillment. I am passionate about creating a safe environment where you are the expert of your own story.
Therapy is a richly unique experience unlike any other. Through collaboration, acceptance, and honesty my practice helps individuals open their minds to healing and fulfillment. I am passionate about creating a safe environment where you are the expert of your own story.
(818) 350-5725 View (818) 350-5725
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Kenda Price
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in trauma and eating disorders. Together, we will work to build insight and self-compassion in order to help you heal from whatever brings you to therapy, let it be to work through trauma, address maladaptive coping skills, overcome perfectionism, or just feel better in your own skin. As a therapist, I am both direct and compassionate and pride myself on showing up authentically as a human. My priority is creating a trusting and safe therapeutic relationship that can serve as a container for you to get to know all parts of yourself - even (/especially) the messy parts.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in trauma and eating disorders. Together, we will work to build insight and self-compassion in order to help you heal from whatever brings you to therapy, let it be to work through trauma, address maladaptive coping skills, overcome perfectionism, or just feel better in your own skin. As a therapist, I am both direct and compassionate and pride myself on showing up authentically as a human. My priority is creating a trusting and safe therapeutic relationship that can serve as a container for you to get to know all parts of yourself - even (/especially) the messy parts.
(323) 831-7844 View (323) 831-7844
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Elizabeth Slater
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Developing a healthy relationship with ourselves and others can be hard. I help people address issues such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, identity concerns, trauma, and problematic relationships. I also work with people who want to develop a deeper, more meaningful relationship with themselves. I will help you understand how your unique history impacts you and will help you uncover the underlying root of your symptoms. Through our work, you will develop effective ways of communicating, coping, and navigating your feelings. I will help you work through emotions, build on strengths, and recognize your value.
Developing a healthy relationship with ourselves and others can be hard. I help people address issues such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, identity concerns, trauma, and problematic relationships. I also work with people who want to develop a deeper, more meaningful relationship with themselves. I will help you understand how your unique history impacts you and will help you uncover the underlying root of your symptoms. Through our work, you will develop effective ways of communicating, coping, and navigating your feelings. I will help you work through emotions, build on strengths, and recognize your value.
(323) 475-6521 View (323) 475-6521
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Erin R. Weston
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
I know how hard it can be to find a therapist you feel comfortable with. I am so glad you made it here. I work with teens, adults, and families on a wide array of issues such as disordered eating, depression, grief, and trauma. I walk with clients on their paths toward healing and discovering their most authentic selves. I believe in the power of connection and collaboration in therapy, and know that each client is unique and the expert on their own life. My style is warm, calming, authentic, direct, and humorous. I specialize in working with teens, disordered eating & body image, and women's issues.
I know how hard it can be to find a therapist you feel comfortable with. I am so glad you made it here. I work with teens, adults, and families on a wide array of issues such as disordered eating, depression, grief, and trauma. I walk with clients on their paths toward healing and discovering their most authentic selves. I believe in the power of connection and collaboration in therapy, and know that each client is unique and the expert on their own life. My style is warm, calming, authentic, direct, and humorous. I specialize in working with teens, disordered eating & body image, and women's issues.
(818) 214-7535 View (818) 214-7535
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Dr. Sadie Mohler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Our past experiences can shape how we feel and act in the present. What was once an adaptive strategy to survive can now leave us stuck and miserable. We might feel like even though we “know better” we continue to engage in the same patterns. I can help you develop insight about how your past shapes your present and how to interrupt destructive patterns to feel more at ease, authentic, and agentic. In addition to helping folks get to the root of their suffering, I also help people build the capacity to turn towards struggles with compassion. I believe that as we tend to our wounds, profound healing can occur.
Our past experiences can shape how we feel and act in the present. What was once an adaptive strategy to survive can now leave us stuck and miserable. We might feel like even though we “know better” we continue to engage in the same patterns. I can help you develop insight about how your past shapes your present and how to interrupt destructive patterns to feel more at ease, authentic, and agentic. In addition to helping folks get to the root of their suffering, I also help people build the capacity to turn towards struggles with compassion. I believe that as we tend to our wounds, profound healing can occur.
(323) 990-8780 View (323) 990-8780
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Lauren Harb
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
I believe that the therapeutic relationship and self-insight are key to change in treatment. My approach is warm but active, direct and honest. I especially appreciate the benefits of long-term, depth-oriented therapy, and I have years of experience using evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relationship issues.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship and self-insight are key to change in treatment. My approach is warm but active, direct and honest. I especially appreciate the benefits of long-term, depth-oriented therapy, and I have years of experience using evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relationship issues.
(323) 694-3269 View (323) 694-3269
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LA Somatic Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Hello! I am a collaborative, relational, trauma-informed, and LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist. I aim to provide a safe, empowering space where we can slow down together & untangle all the messiness of being a human in this society. My hope is always for my clients come away with a greater sense of knowing themselves, more personal agency, & confidence that they can navigate the inevitable challenges of their future. I strive to bring a lens that is feminist, anti-racist & anti-oppressive to my work. My training includes Hakomi Mindful Somatic Therapy, Attachment-Focused EMDR & Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy.
Hello! I am a collaborative, relational, trauma-informed, and LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist. I aim to provide a safe, empowering space where we can slow down together & untangle all the messiness of being a human in this society. My hope is always for my clients come away with a greater sense of knowing themselves, more personal agency, & confidence that they can navigate the inevitable challenges of their future. I strive to bring a lens that is feminist, anti-racist & anti-oppressive to my work. My training includes Hakomi Mindful Somatic Therapy, Attachment-Focused EMDR & Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy.
(310) 340-1612 View (310) 340-1612
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Seung-Wan Choi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
I work with a wide range of people. I help clients explore patterns in their life they'd like to change and what kind of life they envision for themselves. One of my areas of focus are working with people of color, those who are part of cultural and ethnic diasporas, and those who have experiences with immigration. I help clients explore intergenerational experiences and cultural beliefs, and how they affect clients’ relationships and life. My areas of focus include working with anxiety, depression and major life changes. My clinical work also includes working with people in the entertainment industry and helping professions.
I work with a wide range of people. I help clients explore patterns in their life they'd like to change and what kind of life they envision for themselves. One of my areas of focus are working with people of color, those who are part of cultural and ethnic diasporas, and those who have experiences with immigration. I help clients explore intergenerational experiences and cultural beliefs, and how they affect clients’ relationships and life. My areas of focus include working with anxiety, depression and major life changes. My clinical work also includes working with people in the entertainment industry and helping professions.
(818) 658-2377 View (818) 658-2377
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Daniel (Dan) Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Hi there, I'm Daniel (Dan)! I have experience working with many different populations. From the most impoverished to the most successful. One common theme among people is how our emotions can affect our behavior in unpredictable ways. Most people already know the answers to their problems. By talking about themselves in a safe environment, and with appropriate feedback and questions, they start to solve their own problems.
Hi there, I'm Daniel (Dan)! I have experience working with many different populations. From the most impoverished to the most successful. One common theme among people is how our emotions can affect our behavior in unpredictable ways. Most people already know the answers to their problems. By talking about themselves in a safe environment, and with appropriate feedback and questions, they start to solve their own problems.
(818) 483-9640 View (818) 483-9640
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Jordyn Olivia Serwin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026  (Online Only)
We all deserve to feel seen, included, and understood, no matter who we are. As an LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist, my aim is to help you better see yourself in all aspects of who you are, feel more included in relation to those around you, and experience a greater understanding of how you fit into a wider world. Maybe you’re exploring your non-binary gender for the first time. Maybe you’re supporting a transgender family member or partner. Maybe you’re working through relationship challenges as an LGBTQ+ person. Together, we can explore what “seen,” “included,” and “understood” mean for you and how you can achieve them.
We all deserve to feel seen, included, and understood, no matter who we are. As an LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist, my aim is to help you better see yourself in all aspects of who you are, feel more included in relation to those around you, and experience a greater understanding of how you fit into a wider world. Maybe you’re exploring your non-binary gender for the first time. Maybe you’re supporting a transgender family member or partner. Maybe you’re working through relationship challenges as an LGBTQ+ person. Together, we can explore what “seen,” “included,” and “understood” mean for you and how you can achieve them.
(747) 266-1265 View (747) 266-1265
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Violet Sarosi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Welcome! Maybe you've found yourself here because you need help untangling something. Maybe you're carrying longstanding burdens; maybe those burdens aren't even yours to hold. If you are seeking holistic, intersectional, emotion focused, justice-oriented therapy, I'm here to assist you! I provide trauma and self-exploration therapy to adults, couples, and teenagers in a dynamic, compassionate container. I aim to instill self-understanding in my clients, and empower them to grow in places they've historically had to shrink.
Welcome! Maybe you've found yourself here because you need help untangling something. Maybe you're carrying longstanding burdens; maybe those burdens aren't even yours to hold. If you are seeking holistic, intersectional, emotion focused, justice-oriented therapy, I'm here to assist you! I provide trauma and self-exploration therapy to adults, couples, and teenagers in a dynamic, compassionate container. I aim to instill self-understanding in my clients, and empower them to grow in places they've historically had to shrink.
(213) 863-1313 View (213) 863-1313
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Robert Novickas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Echo Park, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Welcome. I foster a safe space to explore areas of self-identity, self-esteem and other existential matters. With an empathetic and caring approach, I support clients experiencing grief, anxiety or depression. I also work with clients looking to heal trauma wounds, kick an addiction, navigate difficult relationships and codependency, or overcome challenging life events. I enjoy working with first-time dads, providing a space for dads to navigate this significant life transition. What's bringing you, or as a couple, to therapy is unique as is the journey we'll take to reach your therapeutic goals.
Welcome. I foster a safe space to explore areas of self-identity, self-esteem and other existential matters. With an empathetic and caring approach, I support clients experiencing grief, anxiety or depression. I also work with clients looking to heal trauma wounds, kick an addiction, navigate difficult relationships and codependency, or overcome challenging life events. I enjoy working with first-time dads, providing a space for dads to navigate this significant life transition. What's bringing you, or as a couple, to therapy is unique as is the journey we'll take to reach your therapeutic goals.
(323) 521-5845 View (323) 521-5845

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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.