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Sharon Peykar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
Dating and relationships can be major sources of distress when we have grown up in a toxic, dysfunctional household. I help individuals understand their past so that it doesn't interfere with their present. I utilize an attachment-focused and goal-directed approach in therapy sessions to help clients create secure, stable relationships.
Dating and relationships can be major sources of distress when we have grown up in a toxic, dysfunctional household. I help individuals understand their past so that it doesn't interfere with their present. I utilize an attachment-focused and goal-directed approach in therapy sessions to help clients create secure, stable relationships.
(323) 672-4320 View (323) 672-4320
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Jeremy Thacker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
I specialize in helping people struggling with sexuality & relationships, grief/loss, and LGBTQ+ issues. That includes anyone who has grown up feeling unaccepted as their authentic self or experienced the loss of a loved one. I especially understand the deep impact of childhood trauma and how to approach healing. I believe healing begins with connection. Good therapy is a safe place where all parts of you are welcome! The trust we build together comes with an open invitation to explore the protected parts of yourself at your own pace.
I specialize in helping people struggling with sexuality & relationships, grief/loss, and LGBTQ+ issues. That includes anyone who has grown up feeling unaccepted as their authentic self or experienced the loss of a loved one. I especially understand the deep impact of childhood trauma and how to approach healing. I believe healing begins with connection. Good therapy is a safe place where all parts of you are welcome! The trust we build together comes with an open invitation to explore the protected parts of yourself at your own pace.
(323) 834-2420 View (323) 834-2420
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Jakuta Ptah
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
Do you experience painful sex, anxiety, struggle with starting or keeping an erection, and ejaculating sooner than you want? Perhaps you have a partner and you are anxious about how to communicate your true feelings or concerns about sex and intimacy. Being authentically you and communicating how you feel can be a real struggle. If this resonates with you, then know that you are not alone. Also, know that your fears are valid; it can feel painful to be rejected, not heard, not seen, and not fulfilled. These struggles are not a reflection of you as a person. They are a sign that there is an area that needs attention and support
Do you experience painful sex, anxiety, struggle with starting or keeping an erection, and ejaculating sooner than you want? Perhaps you have a partner and you are anxious about how to communicate your true feelings or concerns about sex and intimacy. Being authentically you and communicating how you feel can be a real struggle. If this resonates with you, then know that you are not alone. Also, know that your fears are valid; it can feel painful to be rejected, not heard, not seen, and not fulfilled. These struggles are not a reflection of you as a person. They are a sign that there is an area that needs attention and support
(747) 529-7693 View (747) 529-7693
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Mindi Levins-Pfeifer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
My specialty is building relationships and making clients feel safe in a space to share. I focus on 1:1 ,couples, families and groups. I am always looking to balance solution focused sessions with underlying clinical issues. Helping clients feel like they can get some relief early on in therapy is a priority. Anxiety, depression, addiction, family relation issues, life transitions and Covid are just some areas of work are that are my specialty. Whether you are comfortable free flow talking or need a more interview style, I am comfortable doing both. I also specialize in young adult and dual diagnosis.
My specialty is building relationships and making clients feel safe in a space to share. I focus on 1:1 ,couples, families and groups. I am always looking to balance solution focused sessions with underlying clinical issues. Helping clients feel like they can get some relief early on in therapy is a priority. Anxiety, depression, addiction, family relation issues, life transitions and Covid are just some areas of work are that are my specialty. Whether you are comfortable free flow talking or need a more interview style, I am comfortable doing both. I also specialize in young adult and dual diagnosis.
(323) 765-1139 View (323) 765-1139
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Natalie Nazaryan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCPS-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
Sometimes it feels like you put your heart and soul into relationships and keep getting hurt. The times you’ve needed support the most, you’ve been left stranded and alone. You ask yourself: "What’s going on?" "Why does it feel like I keep attracting the same type of people into my life?". These are valid questions that many of us bounce around in our head but don’t always have the opportunity to process and understand. With my experience and training I strive to help my clients gain clarity and recognize their own patterns and guide them through a path of understanding and healing.
Sometimes it feels like you put your heart and soul into relationships and keep getting hurt. The times you’ve needed support the most, you’ve been left stranded and alone. You ask yourself: "What’s going on?" "Why does it feel like I keep attracting the same type of people into my life?". These are valid questions that many of us bounce around in our head but don’t always have the opportunity to process and understand. With my experience and training I strive to help my clients gain clarity and recognize their own patterns and guide them through a path of understanding and healing.
(818) 446-1180 View (818) 446-1180
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Lisa Dalesandro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
Do others think your life looks “good” from the outside, yet it still feels like something’s missing on the inside? You’ve accomplished a lot in life, but don’t feel the sense of fulfillment you expected. A big life change—maybe a breakup, new job, new marriage, change in family dynamic, or a move—has highlighted the fact that you’re still not as happy as you want to be. Something is telling you that you need to make a change (even if you’re not quite sure what it is). You want to gain deeper insight into yourself & your past. You’re ready for change and to start creating new patterns in your life.
Do others think your life looks “good” from the outside, yet it still feels like something’s missing on the inside? You’ve accomplished a lot in life, but don’t feel the sense of fulfillment you expected. A big life change—maybe a breakup, new job, new marriage, change in family dynamic, or a move—has highlighted the fact that you’re still not as happy as you want to be. Something is telling you that you need to make a change (even if you’re not quite sure what it is). You want to gain deeper insight into yourself & your past. You’re ready for change and to start creating new patterns in your life.
(323) 761-6913 View (323) 761-6913
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Lori (Lo) LeChien
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
Welcome to a compassionate and creative space where your journey toward healing, growth, and self-discovery is fully supported. I am a forward-thinking therapist passionate about working with adults, children, teens, couples, and families who are eager to make meaningful changes in their lives. Whether you’re navigating your identity, overcoming addiction or codependency, struggling with anxiety or depression, or healing from childhood or family trauma, you are not alone. Together, we can work to move beyond feelings of being stuck or hurt, break free from harmful patterns, and cultivate healthy, sustainable relationships.
Welcome to a compassionate and creative space where your journey toward healing, growth, and self-discovery is fully supported. I am a forward-thinking therapist passionate about working with adults, children, teens, couples, and families who are eager to make meaningful changes in their lives. Whether you’re navigating your identity, overcoming addiction or codependency, struggling with anxiety or depression, or healing from childhood or family trauma, you are not alone. Together, we can work to move beyond feelings of being stuck or hurt, break free from harmful patterns, and cultivate healthy, sustainable relationships.
(323) 402-5873 View (323) 402-5873
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Elisabeth S Sadler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
Are you looking for answers? Did you know that you have all the answers; all you need is within your grasp if you know where to look and how to access them. ANGER, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, or SUBSTANCE ABUSE destroy the spirit of the person as well as their relationships. Finding your true authentic self requires only the repetition of new and productive behaviors for change. Call me and we can start today!
Are you looking for answers? Did you know that you have all the answers; all you need is within your grasp if you know where to look and how to access them. ANGER, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, or SUBSTANCE ABUSE destroy the spirit of the person as well as their relationships. Finding your true authentic self requires only the repetition of new and productive behaviors for change. Call me and we can start today!
(818) 381-4959 View (818) 381-4959
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Stephanie Groom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
Everyone has a life story filled with unique colors. Each color represents personal experiences, strengths, behaviors, relationships, and our inner world. Sometimes we find it hard to navigate through challenges and to face realities, which are unfamiliar and/or unexpected. Prior experiences may interrupt our current way of interacting, thinking, relating, and managing daily life. Stress contributes to increased anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, and relational issues. Trauma can debilitate individuals, couples, and families creating abrupt internal changes and fears. Grief over individual loss needs to be honored and acknowledged. Change occurs as a direct result of uncovering new insights.
Everyone has a life story filled with unique colors. Each color represents personal experiences, strengths, behaviors, relationships, and our inner world. Sometimes we find it hard to navigate through challenges and to face realities, which are unfamiliar and/or unexpected. Prior experiences may interrupt our current way of interacting, thinking, relating, and managing daily life. Stress contributes to increased anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, and relational issues. Trauma can debilitate individuals, couples, and families creating abrupt internal changes and fears. Grief over individual loss needs to be honored and acknowledged. Change occurs as a direct result of uncovering new insights.
(818) 918-2057 View (818) 918-2057
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Kristina Lindsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Studio City, CA 91604
Therapy works, and people can change. Living in a world that is highly relational, we often find that our toughest psychological problems are rooted in systemic relationship issues. I work with individuals and couples who are interested in developing healthier connections with themselves and with others. In order to make healthy relationships with others possible, one must foster a healthy relationship with oneself. In developing psychological health in ourselves, we become better able to interact with others in a way that does not cause us deep pain and ongoing frustration.
Therapy works, and people can change. Living in a world that is highly relational, we often find that our toughest psychological problems are rooted in systemic relationship issues. I work with individuals and couples who are interested in developing healthier connections with themselves and with others. In order to make healthy relationships with others possible, one must foster a healthy relationship with oneself. In developing psychological health in ourselves, we become better able to interact with others in a way that does not cause us deep pain and ongoing frustration.
(424) 342-5006 View (424) 342-5006
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Cindy Scherban
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
As a clinician with over 25 years of experience, I guide my clients through their journey of self-discovery by providing a safe, private and non-judgemental environment. It is an interactive process of identifying areas of concern and potential roadblocks that may impede your ability to live a full and meaningful life. I work with individuals and couples ranging in age from pre-teen to older adults. The primary areas of focus are issues concerning; depression, anxiety, relationship issues, sexual molestation, grief & loss, health concerns, transgender, work & career issues, infertility, adoption & post-partum depression.
As a clinician with over 25 years of experience, I guide my clients through their journey of self-discovery by providing a safe, private and non-judgemental environment. It is an interactive process of identifying areas of concern and potential roadblocks that may impede your ability to live a full and meaningful life. I work with individuals and couples ranging in age from pre-teen to older adults. The primary areas of focus are issues concerning; depression, anxiety, relationship issues, sexual molestation, grief & loss, health concerns, transgender, work & career issues, infertility, adoption & post-partum depression.
(818) 788-7793 View (818) 788-7793
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Hyun Kyung Carol Sim
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
I often explain that psychotherapy is like physical therapy for the brain. With a combination of a safe, nurturing environment and evidence-based methods, you can develop new “pathways” in your brain and process your thoughts and feelings to help you heal and grow. I will approach our work together with a genuine curiosity and seek to collaboratively explore the different parts of your story. Having lived in several different countries, I have great respect for and extensive experience working with people from various backgrounds.
I often explain that psychotherapy is like physical therapy for the brain. With a combination of a safe, nurturing environment and evidence-based methods, you can develop new “pathways” in your brain and process your thoughts and feelings to help you heal and grow. I will approach our work together with a genuine curiosity and seek to collaboratively explore the different parts of your story. Having lived in several different countries, I have great respect for and extensive experience working with people from various backgrounds.
(323) 347-5542 View (323) 347-5542
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Caleb Park
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
I am dedicated to providing personalized support for individuals struggling with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma (EMDR Certified), sexual addiction, marital issues, substance addiction, and panic attacks. My comprehensive approach to therapy draws from a combination of evidence-based practices, including CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, and solution-focused therapy, to help you achieve lasting results. I have over 8+ years of clinical experience, along with the best sexual addiction and trauma therapy training. You can trust that you are with a professional who has been trained at the highest-level institutions.
I am dedicated to providing personalized support for individuals struggling with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma (EMDR Certified), sexual addiction, marital issues, substance addiction, and panic attacks. My comprehensive approach to therapy draws from a combination of evidence-based practices, including CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, and solution-focused therapy, to help you achieve lasting results. I have over 8+ years of clinical experience, along with the best sexual addiction and trauma therapy training. You can trust that you are with a professional who has been trained at the highest-level institutions.
(562) 303-5633 View (562) 303-5633
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Tanya Samuelian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
My main goal is to create a nurturing environment where clients can freely express their thoughts and emotions. Therapy is a collaborative partnership where we work together towards healing and progress. I highly value your input, insights, and experiences as we navigate your personal journey. Tailored to your needs, my focus includes understanding emotions, improving communication skills, setting healthy boundaries, managing stress and anxiety, recognizing patterns and behaviors, and more. I effortlessly build rapport and provide a secure and non-judgmental space for self-exploration.
My main goal is to create a nurturing environment where clients can freely express their thoughts and emotions. Therapy is a collaborative partnership where we work together towards healing and progress. I highly value your input, insights, and experiences as we navigate your personal journey. Tailored to your needs, my focus includes understanding emotions, improving communication skills, setting healthy boundaries, managing stress and anxiety, recognizing patterns and behaviors, and more. I effortlessly build rapport and provide a secure and non-judgmental space for self-exploration.
(818) 276-9846 View (818) 276-9846
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Brooke Wittenmeier
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
Are you facing some tough challenges right now? Maybe an illness, injury, or just the stress of daily life? I would love to help you overcome your own obstacles and find your way back to a place of strength and happiness. Clients like you appreciate my warm and genuine approach. You may be struggling with your own setbacks and challenges, and I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.
Are you facing some tough challenges right now? Maybe an illness, injury, or just the stress of daily life? I would love to help you overcome your own obstacles and find your way back to a place of strength and happiness. Clients like you appreciate my warm and genuine approach. You may be struggling with your own setbacks and challenges, and I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.
(626) 699-9847 View (626) 699-9847
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Seth Chapman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604  (Online Only)
I help individuals and couples clarify and strengthen their relationship goals. Learning how to build more satisfying relationships leads to lasting change and empowerment. Old, less helpful ways of thinking are replaced with new, more realistic ideas of self-acceptance and how to rely on others. The result is a clearer picture of one's strengths, limitations, and belonging in the world.
I help individuals and couples clarify and strengthen their relationship goals. Learning how to build more satisfying relationships leads to lasting change and empowerment. Old, less helpful ways of thinking are replaced with new, more realistic ideas of self-acceptance and how to rely on others. The result is a clearer picture of one's strengths, limitations, and belonging in the world.
(971) 306-4814 View (971) 306-4814
Online Therapists

Is online therapy as effective as in-person?

Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?

One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.

Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?

Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.

Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?

The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.