Niki Christina Payne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
2001 S Barrington Ave., Suite 204, Los Angeles, CA 90025
Let's Connect (424) 378-5417
You’re exhausted from trying to hold it all together. The endless overthinking. The emotional rollercoasters. The sleepless nights replaying conversations or situations you wish had gone differently. You’ve read the books, tried the tips, maybe even been in therapy before—but nothing sticks. Deep down, you know there’s more to life and love than this constant tension—the push, the pull; the hustle and the burnout… you just haven’t found the way forward. I help teens, adults, couples, and families master self-regulation and relationship skills to move past anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, and the patterns that keep them stuck.
I help people master two game-changing skills: self-regulation—so you can think clearly and respond intentionally—and relational intelligence—so you can build meaningful connections without losing yourself. In our work together, you’ll gain practical strategies you can apply in daily life to reduce stress and strengthen relationships.
Therapy with me isn’t about comfort—it’s about growth. I know how exhausting it feels to be strong on the outside while falling apart inside. If you’re done carrying it alone, I’ll walk with you through the hard truths and give you tools that make a difference. If you’re ready for a space that’s honest, challenging, and supportive, schedule a consultation.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- ILWU-PMA
- Out of Network
Niki Christina Payne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 378-5417
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 156310 Niki Christina Payne
- In Practice for 6 years
- Attended The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Master's in Clinical Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy Specialization, Graduated 2021
- Degree/Diploma from HMI College of Hypnotherapy Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy / 2017
- Degree/Diploma from HMI College of Hypnotherapy AOS Degree in Mind-Body Psychology / 2022
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Niki Christina Payne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 378-5417
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Self Esteem
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Weight Loss
Niki Christina Payne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 378-5417
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family / Marital
- Gottman Method
- Humanistic
- Hypnotherapy
- Imago
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Niki Christina Payne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 378-5417
Groups
Healthy Wealthy Love: Process Group for Women
Healthy Wealthy Love is a therapeutic support group for women who feel stuck in cycles of self-criticism, scarcity, and loneliness. If you’ve ever felt like you “should” be further along but still struggle with low self-worth, crushing debt, and chronic situationships, this group offers a supportive space to explore underlying patterns and create change from within. Together, we’ll process limiting beliefs, build emotional resilience, and practice new ways of relating to yourself and others. The group is still in the formation stage and will start when we have at least three committed group members.
Expertise
ADHD
Anxiety
Women's Issues
Types of Therapy
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$60-$80
Group Meets
Every Wed 7 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.
Location
The Garden Building
2001 S Barrington Ave
Suite 204
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Email Niki Christina Payne about this group or call - (424) 378-5417
Location
Additional Location
Coastwise Counseling Center
1366 West 7th Street
San Pedro, CA 90732
(424) 378-5417Nearby Areas
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Niki Christina Payne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (424) 378-5417