Therapists in Venice, CA
WALTZ Trauma Care and Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
We are a trauma-focused telehealth group practice in California. We help adult individuals find their way to a healing journey through feeling heard and seen. Individuals come see us to address their underlying trauma, family of origin issues, relationship challenges, substance use issues, depression, and anxiety. We love working with BIPOC, AAPI, and LGBTQ+ communities.
We are a trauma-focused telehealth group practice in California. We help adult individuals find their way to a healing journey through feeling heard and seen. Individuals come see us to address their underlying trauma, family of origin issues, relationship challenges, substance use issues, depression, and anxiety. We love working with BIPOC, AAPI, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Claire Griffin Pichel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
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Hi! My name is Claire Pichel and I am really happy you are here. It takes a lot of courage to reach out for extra support, and I respect that. As a somatic trained mental health therapist, I help you find healing by addressing both the mind and the body in our work together. Our bodies hold immense wisdom, and by tapping into this intelligence, we can unlock the door to profound personal growth and emotional resilience. But we also need to talk about what is happening in our brains, because they can be so tricky! By working with the mind and body, I help you find your way back to trusting yourself, your instincts, your compass.
Hi! My name is Claire Pichel and I am really happy you are here. It takes a lot of courage to reach out for extra support, and I respect that. As a somatic trained mental health therapist, I help you find healing by addressing both the mind and the body in our work together. Our bodies hold immense wisdom, and by tapping into this intelligence, we can unlock the door to profound personal growth and emotional resilience. But we also need to talk about what is happening in our brains, because they can be so tricky! By working with the mind and body, I help you find your way back to trusting yourself, your instincts, your compass.
I want to help you live a life full of meaning and purpose. Together, we will explore the underlying dynamics that shape your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to unlock lasting change for creating a fulfilling life. Our work together will focus on helping you connect with your authentic self to build self-worth, find self-acceptance, and improve your relationships. Whether you are dealing with the residual effects of past relationships or engaging in unhealthy relationship patterns, I will help you make meaningful changes for building healthier, more fulfilling connections.
I want to help you live a life full of meaning and purpose. Together, we will explore the underlying dynamics that shape your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to unlock lasting change for creating a fulfilling life. Our work together will focus on helping you connect with your authentic self to build self-worth, find self-acceptance, and improve your relationships. Whether you are dealing with the residual effects of past relationships or engaging in unhealthy relationship patterns, I will help you make meaningful changes for building healthier, more fulfilling connections.
Edlin Gutierrez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
Struggling to balance your mental health and career? You're not alone. As a culturally-sensitive licensed clinical social worker, I offer evidence-based therapy to Millennial and Gen-Z adults and individuals of color. Together, we'll address challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and life transitions, acknowledging how culture shapes our experiences. With a holistic approach, we'll nurture your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Experience transformative growth and stronger relationships. Tailored therapy supports your unique needs. Embrace healing, growth, and positive impact on your life and community.
Struggling to balance your mental health and career? You're not alone. As a culturally-sensitive licensed clinical social worker, I offer evidence-based therapy to Millennial and Gen-Z adults and individuals of color. Together, we'll address challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and life transitions, acknowledging how culture shapes our experiences. With a holistic approach, we'll nurture your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Experience transformative growth and stronger relationships. Tailored therapy supports your unique needs. Embrace healing, growth, and positive impact on your life and community.
Therapy is most effective when it is customized to meet the needs of the individual and incorporates flexibility, authenticity, and a touch of humor. This occurs within a therapeutic relationship where there is trust, openness, and warmth. I believe in the inherent resilience of people and view therapy as an opportunity to build on the strengths we naturally posses. My therapeutic style is supportive, engaged, and collaborative. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults. I am licensed in New York and California.
Therapy is most effective when it is customized to meet the needs of the individual and incorporates flexibility, authenticity, and a touch of humor. This occurs within a therapeutic relationship where there is trust, openness, and warmth. I believe in the inherent resilience of people and view therapy as an opportunity to build on the strengths we naturally posses. My therapeutic style is supportive, engaged, and collaborative. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults. I am licensed in New York and California.
I am passionate about helping Individuals and families create change in their lives by feeling safe enough to face their fears by building strength and confidence in the therapy space where ultimately they gain the tools to solve their own problems. Are you overwhelmed by a crisis that appears unsolvable? Do you fear your life is spinning out of control? Life is challenging and we can feel overwhelmed. With support and guidance, a solution is possible.
I am passionate about helping Individuals and families create change in their lives by feeling safe enough to face their fears by building strength and confidence in the therapy space where ultimately they gain the tools to solve their own problems. Are you overwhelmed by a crisis that appears unsolvable? Do you fear your life is spinning out of control? Life is challenging and we can feel overwhelmed. With support and guidance, a solution is possible.
Laurel is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist working under the supervision of Susan Levin, LMFT47760. Utilizing an integrative approach of CBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic perspectives, Laurel provides therapy through a holistic lens, aiming to see her clients from a full picture rather than just their symptomatology. Laurel works primarily with adolescents and young adults to treat clinical issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, unprocessed childhood trauma, identity, & self-esteem. She is passionate about helping people and believes that therapy is for everyone.
Laurel is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist working under the supervision of Susan Levin, LMFT47760. Utilizing an integrative approach of CBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic perspectives, Laurel provides therapy through a holistic lens, aiming to see her clients from a full picture rather than just their symptomatology. Laurel works primarily with adolescents and young adults to treat clinical issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, unprocessed childhood trauma, identity, & self-esteem. She is passionate about helping people and believes that therapy is for everyone.
Kevin Kunkel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
The first steps to beginning therapy can seem hard. I want you to have hope, that If you are feeling stuck in unhealthy feelings or thoughts or needing support through stressful life events, there are effective holistic strategies for finding relief and bringing you back into balance. Trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, grieving are all experiences of the body as much as the mind, and effective therapy should integrate both. Through a compassionate, accepting relationship and an innovative somatic approach, I have found success in guiding clients to find relief of their symptoms and struggles in their body, mind, and hearts.
The first steps to beginning therapy can seem hard. I want you to have hope, that If you are feeling stuck in unhealthy feelings or thoughts or needing support through stressful life events, there are effective holistic strategies for finding relief and bringing you back into balance. Trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, grieving are all experiences of the body as much as the mind, and effective therapy should integrate both. Through a compassionate, accepting relationship and an innovative somatic approach, I have found success in guiding clients to find relief of their symptoms and struggles in their body, mind, and hearts.
Carolynn believes every person has a meaningful, unique story that has shaped their life. She is curious and passionate about developing relationships to better understand the backgrounds, experiences, and influential people in the lives of her clients. She focuses on understanding family of origin and childhood relationships and how they influence identity. She has been trained as a Strengths coach, helping people to lean into their natural abilities, talents and skills to manage challenging seasons of life. Carolynn has experience working with families, couples, and postpartum women in addition to individual clients.
Carolynn believes every person has a meaningful, unique story that has shaped their life. She is curious and passionate about developing relationships to better understand the backgrounds, experiences, and influential people in the lives of her clients. She focuses on understanding family of origin and childhood relationships and how they influence identity. She has been trained as a Strengths coach, helping people to lean into their natural abilities, talents and skills to manage challenging seasons of life. Carolynn has experience working with families, couples, and postpartum women in addition to individual clients.
Geetings, I'm Iesha. Are you struggling to keep up with the daily stressors of life: work, relationships or personal hobbies? Does your inner critic keep you from doing things that create meaning in your life? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? I support high-functioning individuals managing the anxiety and depression that comes with navigating these pieces. Together we can identify what's not working in your routine and seek to get you back in balance.
Geetings, I'm Iesha. Are you struggling to keep up with the daily stressors of life: work, relationships or personal hobbies? Does your inner critic keep you from doing things that create meaning in your life? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? I support high-functioning individuals managing the anxiety and depression that comes with navigating these pieces. Together we can identify what's not working in your routine and seek to get you back in balance.
We are in uncertain times, and I understand how intense and traumatic this can be for you. Each of us are personally grieving, as well as grieving for humanity in some sense. I work with humans of all ages, including young children, which holds a special place in his heart (I work with Individuals, couples, and families as a whole) I am curious to learn more about what hurts, where you feel stuck, and create a safe space for you to process and grow from these experiences. Please keep reading to get a better understanding of how I work with you.
We are in uncertain times, and I understand how intense and traumatic this can be for you. Each of us are personally grieving, as well as grieving for humanity in some sense. I work with humans of all ages, including young children, which holds a special place in his heart (I work with Individuals, couples, and families as a whole) I am curious to learn more about what hurts, where you feel stuck, and create a safe space for you to process and grow from these experiences. Please keep reading to get a better understanding of how I work with you.
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Judith Bin-Nun
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPCC, MAPsych, MA Ed
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
My website www.drjudybin-nun describes my practice and offers endorsements and photos of art-maker therapy and Animal Assisted Therapy. I offer a warm,supportive and creative approach to individual growth and having faith to live in the present tense. I have worked with children and teens my entire life and offer parent guidance and family sessions. I treat individuals and couples as well. Working from a place of warmth and dedication, I help my patient to leave behind self limiting beliefs and learn positivity to enhance growth.
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Patch McCormick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
I help men and couples get unstuck in their relationships. As a man you may be struggling to feel and communicate your emotions, while simultaneously living with a great deal of stress. You may avoid conflict in order to not rock the boat. Self-doubt and an inner critic keep you feeling like you don't know where you're going (personally and professionally) and like you're never enough, leading to burnout. You want to feel confident, connected, have clear purpose, and to relish that thing they call joy. If you're a couple, we will work towards similar feelings of secure functioning. I want you two to feel safe, light, and powerful.
I help men and couples get unstuck in their relationships. As a man you may be struggling to feel and communicate your emotions, while simultaneously living with a great deal of stress. You may avoid conflict in order to not rock the boat. Self-doubt and an inner critic keep you feeling like you don't know where you're going (personally and professionally) and like you're never enough, leading to burnout. You want to feel confident, connected, have clear purpose, and to relish that thing they call joy. If you're a couple, we will work towards similar feelings of secure functioning. I want you two to feel safe, light, and powerful.
Danielle Birrittella
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MFA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
My role as a psychotherapist is to accompany people on their courageous journeys of healing, discovery, and self-expression. I enjoy working with individuals who are curious and inspired to take their inner work seriously. I believe that the narratives we tell about ourselves hold tremendous power and that, through our work together, we can become more conscious of how these stories shape our lives in order to find opportunities for new understanding and meaning making. As a depth psychotherapist, I have reverence for the wisdom of psyche, the unconscious, to help guide us to explore parts of ourselves in order to become more whole.
My role as a psychotherapist is to accompany people on their courageous journeys of healing, discovery, and self-expression. I enjoy working with individuals who are curious and inspired to take their inner work seriously. I believe that the narratives we tell about ourselves hold tremendous power and that, through our work together, we can become more conscious of how these stories shape our lives in order to find opportunities for new understanding and meaning making. As a depth psychotherapist, I have reverence for the wisdom of psyche, the unconscious, to help guide us to explore parts of ourselves in order to become more whole.
With over 20 years of experience in clinical therapeutic work, I am trained to transform relationships of all kinds. Gottman and EFT trained, I will help to strengthen your personal and professional bonds. I have spent my career helping individuals to facilitate every type of relationship. I teach clients to establish kind, clear, and honest communication and create environments where sustainable healthy relationships are formed. My approach to well-being is rooted in providing clients with the ability to form safe, healthy connections, build transparent and effective communication, and the skills to create healthy attachment.
With over 20 years of experience in clinical therapeutic work, I am trained to transform relationships of all kinds. Gottman and EFT trained, I will help to strengthen your personal and professional bonds. I have spent my career helping individuals to facilitate every type of relationship. I teach clients to establish kind, clear, and honest communication and create environments where sustainable healthy relationships are formed. My approach to well-being is rooted in providing clients with the ability to form safe, healthy connections, build transparent and effective communication, and the skills to create healthy attachment.
What is it about yourself or your life that seems problematic? It may be that you are subject to anxiety or a depression that is too absorbing, it may be that you lack the sort of confidence in your abilities to find the right way to find direction: or it may be that you feel something is missing in your life, be it an intimate relation with another or the right sort of vocation.
What is it about yourself or your life that seems problematic? It may be that you are subject to anxiety or a depression that is too absorbing, it may be that you lack the sort of confidence in your abilities to find the right way to find direction: or it may be that you feel something is missing in your life, be it an intimate relation with another or the right sort of vocation.
Daniela Schoenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
I am dedicated to supporting individuals and couples through their unique journeys toward emotional well-being and relationship fulfillment. With a compassionate and effective approach, I have helped many clients with a variety of mental health issues that range from stress, self-esteem struggles, grief, anxiety, and depression to infidelity, intimacy issues, sexual trauma and dysfunction, and much more.
I am dedicated to supporting individuals and couples through their unique journeys toward emotional well-being and relationship fulfillment. With a compassionate and effective approach, I have helped many clients with a variety of mental health issues that range from stress, self-esteem struggles, grief, anxiety, and depression to infidelity, intimacy issues, sexual trauma and dysfunction, and much more.
Babak Max Karimbeik
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD, student
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
Have you been bullied or abused? If so, this could be a traumatic event that has left you with symptoms like nightmares, flashbacks, depression, and anxiety. Are you looking for a way to deal with these feelings and get over what happened in the past? If that's the case, I'm here to help. As a therapist who specializes in EMDR therapy, I can give you the support and tools you need to get over the bad effects of trauma and take back control of your life. We'll work together to process the feelings you've been holding on to from your past. My unique approach combines EMDR with researched and practical strength-based interventions.
Have you been bullied or abused? If so, this could be a traumatic event that has left you with symptoms like nightmares, flashbacks, depression, and anxiety. Are you looking for a way to deal with these feelings and get over what happened in the past? If that's the case, I'm here to help. As a therapist who specializes in EMDR therapy, I can give you the support and tools you need to get over the bad effects of trauma and take back control of your life. We'll work together to process the feelings you've been holding on to from your past. My unique approach combines EMDR with researched and practical strength-based interventions.
Abha Verma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291 (Online Only)
“Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful parts of us” - David Richo. Many of us struggle with the wounds of our past, the pain that we might be struggling with in our present, or the uncertainty of our future. Change can be scary; and sometimes it can feel easier to stay in the known, even when that brings fear, pain, or resentment. You being here recognizes that there is a part of you that is interested in changing. I come to you as a woman of color, a first-generation American, a mother, and a therapist – these roles influence my approach.
“Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful parts of us” - David Richo. Many of us struggle with the wounds of our past, the pain that we might be struggling with in our present, or the uncertainty of our future. Change can be scary; and sometimes it can feel easier to stay in the known, even when that brings fear, pain, or resentment. You being here recognizes that there is a part of you that is interested in changing. I come to you as a woman of color, a first-generation American, a mother, and a therapist – these roles influence my approach.
Do past hurts haunt your interpersonal relationships? Childhood trauma can feel like a monster best kept hidden away in the dark. Out of sight, out of mind - until it's triggered again. As Carl Jung said, "what you resist not only persists, but will grow in size." Through this lens, I offer a compassionate and integrative approach to healing the deep wounds of relational trauma. Collaboratively, as a therapeutic team, we cultivate and create a safe space for acknowledging and nourishing the inner child, establishing self-worth, building self-esteem and developing skills for managing complex relationships with self and other.
Do past hurts haunt your interpersonal relationships? Childhood trauma can feel like a monster best kept hidden away in the dark. Out of sight, out of mind - until it's triggered again. As Carl Jung said, "what you resist not only persists, but will grow in size." Through this lens, I offer a compassionate and integrative approach to healing the deep wounds of relational trauma. Collaboratively, as a therapeutic team, we cultivate and create a safe space for acknowledging and nourishing the inner child, establishing self-worth, building self-esteem and developing skills for managing complex relationships with self and other.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Venice, CA
300+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in Venice, CA who prioritize treating:
96% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
85% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
73% | Trauma and PTSD |
72% | Grief |
72% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
68% | Aetna |
51% | Cigna and Evernorth |
44% | Elevance |
How Therapists in Venice, CA see their clients
70% | In Person and Online | |
30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Venice?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.