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Dr. Max Maisel

Psychologist, PhD

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Available both in-person and online
205 Avenida Del Norte Redondo Beach, CA 90277
You long for a state of peace and comfort that you may not have known for years, or maybe since you were a small child. You want to experience what its like to have better control over your mind and body. You want somebody who really gets how painful anxiety is and can give you actionable steps to feel better. Anxiety is like a challenger who knows exactly what buttons to push to make you feel bad. To gain the upper hand against your anxiety, you need a true specialist who can point out the tricks and traps of your anxiety and empower you to finally make a stand against intrusive thoughts, worry, or panic with lasting results.
I am the founder of Beachfront Anxiety Specialists, a boutique group practice whose mission it is to provide high quality, state-of-the-art therapy to those suffering from anxiety or OCD. We will help you change your relationship with anxiety by guiding you through actionable, change oriented skills and strategies which you can take with you forever.
As an anxiety treatment specialist who recovered from severe panic attacks, I can deeply relate to the suffering my clients feel while being able to provide a roadmap for their own journey towards healing. My approach is warm, caring, and collaborative. You can schedule a free phone consultation at www.beachfrontanxiety.com.
Call or Dr. Max Maisel now for a free 15 minute consultation - (213) 444-5218

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

205 Avenida Del Norte

Redondo Beach, CA 90277 map

(213) 444-5218
My website
I am currently seeing clients via teletherapy and in-person sessions.
I specialize in Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and Pure-O OCD 
$275 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I specialize in using evidence-based treatments to help you feel better and regain control of your life
Dr. Max Maisel
Let's Connect (213) 444-5218
Photo of Dr. Max Maisel, Psychologist, PhD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

205 Avenida Del Norte

Redondo Beach, CA 90277 map

(213) 444-5218
My website
I am currently seeing clients via teletherapy and in-person sessions.
I specialize in Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and Pure-O OCD 
$275 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I specialize in using evidence-based treatments to help you feel better and regain control of your life
Dr. Max Maisel

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $275
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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I can provide you with a monthly superbill to submit to your insurance company for compensation
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Dr. Max Maisel
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 444-5218
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I can provide you with a monthly superbill to submit to your insurance company for compensation
Photo of Dr. Max Maisel, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Max Maisel
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 444-5218

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 31101 Max Maisel
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 13 years
  • Attended Brigham Young University, Graduated 2018
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with International OCD Foundation (IOCDF), Member 2020
  • Certificate from Exposure and Response Prevention through IOCDF's Behavior Training Institute (BTTI)
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In addition to my practice, I do contract work for high-end residential centers seeing clients who need specialized anxiety or OCD treatment
Photo of Dr. Max Maisel, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Max Maisel
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 444-5218
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In addition to my practice, I do contract work for high-end residential centers seeing clients who need specialized anxiety or OCD treatment
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Dr. Max Maisel
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 444-5218

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Pure-O OCD

Expertise

  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Men's Issues
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Tics and Tourette's Syndrome
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I specialize in helping people with OCD and Anxiety. I highly trained in helping people overcome chronic worry, intrusive thoughts, and "Pure-O" OCD using exposure and response prevention and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
Photo of Dr. Max Maisel, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Max Maisel
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 444-5218
"
I specialize in helping people with OCD and Anxiety. I highly trained in helping people overcome chronic worry, intrusive thoughts, and "Pure-O" OCD using exposure and response prevention and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
Photo of Dr. Max Maisel, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Max Maisel
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 444-5218

9 Endorsements

Erik Anderson
Erik Anderson
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Max is a caring and knowledgeable therapist who I turn to when I need to know about his areas of expertise.
Dr. Sarah Schall
Dr. Sarah Schall
PsychologistPsyD
Dr. Maisel is an incredible clinician who specializes in OCD treatment. His skill set is impressive and I feel 100% confident in referring to his private practice.
Vonique Schmidt
Vonique Schmidt
Licensed Professional Clinical CounselorLPCCLPC
Dr. Max Maisel is the local South Bay expert on OCD and anxiety disorders. Dr. Maisel is warm, funny, direct, and highly knowledgeable. I have sent my own loved ones to Dr. Maisel's practice and can't recommend him or his team highly enough.
Andrew Scott Cohen
Andrew Scott Cohen
Marriage & Family TherapistMSLMFT
Max is one of the most caring, compassionate, and knowledgeable OCD and Anxiety specialists I know. You will be in great hands with him or one of his wonderful associates at Beachfront Anxiety Specialists.
Matt Roberts
Matt Roberts
Marriage & Family TherapistMSLMFT
Max Maisel has a masterful understanding of compassionate treatment of OCD and anxiety. He's a trusted source of consultation expertise for many clinicians including myself, and I trust him with the treatment of even the most challenging client struggles.
Samira Soroory
Samira Soroory
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Dr. Max Maisel is an expert in his field. He is passionate about his speciality in OCD. With his knowledge and expertise you will be in great hands. I highly recommend him for anyone seeking treatment.
Dr. Gil Hoftman
Dr. Gil Hoftman
PsychiatristMDPhD
Dr. Maisel has a rare combination of deep expertise, passion, and compassion. He is beloved by his clients and colleagues, and he helps educate the greater community especially for OCD. I trust him completely with my patients and enjoy working with him.
Joshua Kohansamad
Joshua Kohansamad
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Dr. Maisel is one of the most talented, caring, thoughtful, and effective therapists you will find. He has a unique ability to help you see things in a way that resonates and his expertise in the field of anxiety and OCD is unmatched.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Trauma Focused
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Dr. Max Maisel
Psychologist, PhD
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Dr. Max Maisel
Psychologist, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (213) 444-5218

Location

Primary Location

205 Avenida Del Norte

Redondo Beach, CA 90277

(213) 444-5218
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I am currently seeing clients via teletherapy and in-person sessions.
Photo of Dr. Max Maisel, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Max Maisel
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (213) 444-5218
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I am currently seeing clients via teletherapy and in-person sessions.
Photo of Dr. Max Maisel, Psychologist, PhD
Dr. Max Maisel
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (213) 444-5218