Sam Cohen Paz

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, JD (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

5 Endorsed

Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

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Life is challenging, and sometimes we need support. I invite you to reach out. I specialize in providing LGBTQIA+ affirmative therapy & of course welcome people of all sexualities/gender identities. I also see people on reproductive journeys using assisted reproduction. I offer a warm, accepting, and nonjudgmental space. Our work together will invite you to find a way forward, with your soul as guide. We will look at old patterns and critically, I will also provide clinical tools to assist going forward. We do this in a collaborative fashion, where I meet you where you are at.

I am committed to providing a safe and inclusive space for all. I specialize in the LGBTQ+ community, including couples, neurodiversity, anxiety, substance use, fertility struggles, family expansion through adoption or assisted reproductive technologies (e.g. IVF, egg donors/sperm donors/gestational carriers). I also provide assessments for intended parents.

I can appreciate that both seeking help and choosing a therapist can feel challenging, especially in difficult times. It can feel difficult to choose who feels right for you. I invite you to reach out to me for a free 15 minute consultation, where we can discuss what you feel you need, and I can answer any questions. I truly look forward to hearing from you.

Call or Email Sam Cohen Paz now for a free 15 minute consultation - (424) 377-8525

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

(424) 377-8525

The Clarity & Growth Center

San Marino, CA 91108

Currently, I offer therapy online via telehealth. I offer therapy to individuals, couples, families, and children.

I specialize in LGBTQ+, Surrogacy and IVF

$210 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Hi, my name is Sam Cohen Paz. I specialize in seeing the LGBT community as well as those on reproductive journeys to parenthood.

Let's Connect (424) 377-8525

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

(424) 377-8525

The Clarity & Growth Center

San Marino, CA 91108

Currently, I offer therapy online via telehealth. I offer therapy to individuals, couples, families, and children.

I specialize in LGBTQ+, Surrogacy and IVF

$210 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Hi, my name is Sam Cohen Paz. I specialize in seeing the LGBT community as well as those on reproductive journeys to parenthood.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $210
Couple Sessions $250
Pay by American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

While I am not currently accepting insurance, I regularly provide a superbill in order to help reduce the cost of treatment. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 377-8525

Sam Cohen Paz

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, JD

While I am not currently accepting insurance, I regularly provide a superbill in order to help reduce the cost of treatment. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 377-8525

Sam Cohen Paz

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, JD

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 139996 Supervised by John Kellum Lewis (California / 42989) Sam Cohen Paz
In Practice for 3 Years
License: Board of Behavior Sciences 14043 / 2023
Degree/Diploma from UCLA B.A. / 2003
Attended Pacifica Graduate Institute, MA, Graduated 2023

I am licensed in the State of California as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, as well as licensed in the State of California as an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 377-8525

Sam Cohen Paz

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, JD

I am licensed in the State of California as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, as well as licensed in the State of California as an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 377-8525

Sam Cohen Paz

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, JD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

LGBTQ+
Surrogacy
IVF

Expertise

Addiction
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Bisexual
Body Positivity
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Career Counseling
Codependency
Depression
Divorce
Dual Diagnosis
Family Conflict
Infertility
Lesbian
Men's Issues
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Parenting
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Trauma and PTSD

The main issues I treat are both the specific therapeutic needs of LGBTQ community, as well as assisting egg donors, surrogates, and intended parent(s) wanting to expand their family through assisted reproduction technology.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 377-8525

Sam Cohen Paz

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, JD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 377-8525

Sam Cohen Paz

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, JD

5 Endorsements

Gabriella D'Urso

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, EMDR

Sam offers a unique approach as a clinician, blending deep wisdom with both practicality and humor. His approach allows for all parts of you to feel safe, heard, and celebrated.

Gabriella Shevel

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

As a clinician, Sam's genuine curiosity and sharp intelligence provide meaningful insights. His thoughtfulness and compassionate presence create a safe space for any client. I highly recommend working with him.

Brian Spiegel

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Sam is a thoughtful and caring clinician. Sam's compassion and desire to help are ever-present when interacting with him. Sometimes the therapeutic journey can be hard, but with Sam as your therapist you will never question that he is in your corner.

Minnie Goode Imago Relationship Therapy

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC

Sam is incredibly compassionate, insightful, kind, gentle, and professional. He is highly attuned to the experiences of the LGBTQ+ community, especially those who are looking to expand their families. He provides a safe, supportive space to process & heal.

David Blacker

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

I also speak

Hebrew ,

Hebrew (Native) ,

Spanish ,

Spanish (Proficient)

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Transgender Allied

I also speak

Hebrew ,

Hebrew (Native) ,

Spanish ,

Spanish (Proficient)

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Art Therapy
Attachment-based
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Experiential Therapy
Family / Marital
Feminist
Intervention
Jungian
Multicultural
Music Therapy
Person-Centered
Psychodynamic
Somatic
Structural Family Therapy
Trauma Focused

Because everyone has unique needs, I use a blend of different styles - depth psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, DBT, CBT, mindfulness, music therapy, art therapy, and somatic psychotherapy. I believe that a varied use of treatment types is most beneficial and varies from person to person.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 377-8525

Sam Cohen Paz

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, JD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 377-8525

Sam Cohen Paz

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, JD

Location

Primary Location

Marina Del Rey, CA 90292

(424) 377-8525

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Additional Location

The Clarity & Growth Center

San Marino, CA 91108

(424) 377-8525

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Los Angeles

Zips

Currently, I offer therapy online via telehealth. I offer therapy to individuals, couples, families, and children.

Call for a free consultation now - (424) 377-8525

Sam Cohen Paz

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, JD

Currently, I offer therapy online via telehealth. I offer therapy to individuals, couples, families, and children.

Call for a free consultation now - (424) 377-8525

Sam Cohen Paz

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, JD