Therapists in Encino, CA
I serve to help clients struggling with depression, anxiety and daily life challenges. My clients aim to improve their coping with stressors, which in turn improves their relationships and quality of life.
I serve to help clients struggling with depression, anxiety and daily life challenges. My clients aim to improve their coping with stressors, which in turn improves their relationships and quality of life.
Online and Phone sessions available. OVER 90 FIVE STAR REVIEWS ON YELP AND GOOGLE! Nationally Recognized Sex and Relationship Expert! Relationships & sexual health and wellness is my life's passion. I am a non-traditional therapist and Intuitive Healer specializing in Sex Therapy, Relationship Counseling, Sexual Trauma (Male & Female), Sexual Anorexia, Incest, Alternative Lifestyles and Sexual Behaviors, and Empowerment Therapy. I provide a nurturing, sex-positive, non-shaming environment for individuals of all sexual orientations, couples in both monogamous and modern relationships. (kink, fetish, BDSM aware)
Online and Phone sessions available. OVER 90 FIVE STAR REVIEWS ON YELP AND GOOGLE! Nationally Recognized Sex and Relationship Expert! Relationships & sexual health and wellness is my life's passion. I am a non-traditional therapist and Intuitive Healer specializing in Sex Therapy, Relationship Counseling, Sexual Trauma (Male & Female), Sexual Anorexia, Incest, Alternative Lifestyles and Sexual Behaviors, and Empowerment Therapy. I provide a nurturing, sex-positive, non-shaming environment for individuals of all sexual orientations, couples in both monogamous and modern relationships. (kink, fetish, BDSM aware)
Elizabeth Carroll Ingold
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91316
Life's challenges and difficulties can adversely impact our sense of well-being and our personal and professional relationships. Our struggles often leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious and unhappy. Psychotherapy is proven to be a highly effective method to make positive changes in one's life. Together, we will explore your past and present wounds to gain awareness of their negative impact. Through compassionate support and feedback, I will assist you in resolving persistent, unconscious patterns that may be holding you back, as we concurrently work to develop more adaptive, positive coping skills to manage life's complexities.
Life's challenges and difficulties can adversely impact our sense of well-being and our personal and professional relationships. Our struggles often leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious and unhappy. Psychotherapy is proven to be a highly effective method to make positive changes in one's life. Together, we will explore your past and present wounds to gain awareness of their negative impact. Through compassionate support and feedback, I will assist you in resolving persistent, unconscious patterns that may be holding you back, as we concurrently work to develop more adaptive, positive coping skills to manage life's complexities.
Jacqueline Cordova
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91436 (Online Only)
I believe that when people connect, lives get better. I have always been an advocate for others' growth, and enjoy helping people gain insight into themselves and their world. As a marriage and family therapist, I help individuals address elements of their lives and themselves that are interfering with their relationships. The definition of those relationships extends far beyond family, and often includes friends, coworkers, and community members that are significant in the client's life.
I believe that when people connect, lives get better. I have always been an advocate for others' growth, and enjoy helping people gain insight into themselves and their world. As a marriage and family therapist, I help individuals address elements of their lives and themselves that are interfering with their relationships. The definition of those relationships extends far beyond family, and often includes friends, coworkers, and community members that are significant in the client's life.
Negeen Moussavian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91436
Are you struggling with dating? Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns in your relationships that don't seem to work? Is it getting hard to manage all the elements of your life? Sometimes life can be overwhelming and hard to manage.
Are you struggling with dating? Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns in your relationships that don't seem to work? Is it getting hard to manage all the elements of your life? Sometimes life can be overwhelming and hard to manage.
Amy Clayton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91436
Clients bring a wide range of concerns to my office. They experience problems with addiction, depression, loss, grief, stress, relationship problems & family dynamics. Many of my clients are high achieving people struggling w/ a problem. I draw upon my clients' strengths to assist them with making meaningful changes that make a difference in their lives. Because medication combined with psychotherapy is sometimes necessary, I'm available for confidential consultation with your physician or psychiatrist. If you don't have one who can prescribe medication for you, I can provide you with referrals for an evaluation w/ a psychiatrist
Clients bring a wide range of concerns to my office. They experience problems with addiction, depression, loss, grief, stress, relationship problems & family dynamics. Many of my clients are high achieving people struggling w/ a problem. I draw upon my clients' strengths to assist them with making meaningful changes that make a difference in their lives. Because medication combined with psychotherapy is sometimes necessary, I'm available for confidential consultation with your physician or psychiatrist. If you don't have one who can prescribe medication for you, I can provide you with referrals for an evaluation w/ a psychiatrist
Tara Montazeri
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91436
Do you struggle to set boundaries in both your personal and professional life? Do you find yourself auto-piloting through each day and feeling stuck? Is it common for you to neglect your needs and feel guilty for taking care of yourself?
Do you struggle to set boundaries in both your personal and professional life? Do you find yourself auto-piloting through each day and feeling stuck? Is it common for you to neglect your needs and feel guilty for taking care of yourself?
Paula Miley
Marriage & Family Therapist, DSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91316
Waitlist for new clients
I proudly identify as a gender-fluid, mixed-race member of the LGBTQ+ community with a specialty in Race-based Stress/Trauma, Gender, and LGBTQ+ Affirmative therapy. My work is rooted in liberation theory that challenges the systems of oppression and anti-blackness that harm us individually and collectively. In addition to my work with bodies of culture, we may work together to address many of the challenges folks in the LGBTQ+ community face, such as coming out, gender exploration/expansion, social & medical transitions, internalized shame/oppression, body dysphoria and addressing symptoms related to depression, anxiety, PTSD.
I proudly identify as a gender-fluid, mixed-race member of the LGBTQ+ community with a specialty in Race-based Stress/Trauma, Gender, and LGBTQ+ Affirmative therapy. My work is rooted in liberation theory that challenges the systems of oppression and anti-blackness that harm us individually and collectively. In addition to my work with bodies of culture, we may work together to address many of the challenges folks in the LGBTQ+ community face, such as coming out, gender exploration/expansion, social & medical transitions, internalized shame/oppression, body dysphoria and addressing symptoms related to depression, anxiety, PTSD.
Jennifer Burton Flier
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CDWF, CEAT
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91436
Using a resiliency-focused approach, it doesn’t have to be an ordeal to heal. In fact, neuroscience has shown this is not the best way to work on oneself. Rather, focusing on regulating the nervous system using simple wellness skills and education about the brain and body connection can pave the way toward increased daily well-being as well as lay groundwork for resolving trauma. We can't always prevent stressors, and many of us have been through challenges or traumas in childhood that make it difficult to weather life's changes. Together, we will co-create the best course of treatment to help you live more fully in each moment.
Using a resiliency-focused approach, it doesn’t have to be an ordeal to heal. In fact, neuroscience has shown this is not the best way to work on oneself. Rather, focusing on regulating the nervous system using simple wellness skills and education about the brain and body connection can pave the way toward increased daily well-being as well as lay groundwork for resolving trauma. We can't always prevent stressors, and many of us have been through challenges or traumas in childhood that make it difficult to weather life's changes. Together, we will co-create the best course of treatment to help you live more fully in each moment.
I have 20+ years of clinical experience working with individuals and families. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Brief Solution-Focused Treatment, and have advanced training in issues of Domestic Violence, Attachment, and Parenting, with a focus on adoption. My practice honors diversity, and welcomes all individuals and their families. Together we will identify obstacles that block the way to reaching your goals and support you to have the quality of life you desire. Whether a new challenge, or a long-held relic, we will create awareness and understanding and clear the way to a more fulfilling future.
I have 20+ years of clinical experience working with individuals and families. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Brief Solution-Focused Treatment, and have advanced training in issues of Domestic Violence, Attachment, and Parenting, with a focus on adoption. My practice honors diversity, and welcomes all individuals and their families. Together we will identify obstacles that block the way to reaching your goals and support you to have the quality of life you desire. Whether a new challenge, or a long-held relic, we will create awareness and understanding and clear the way to a more fulfilling future.
It's 3AM and you're wide awake – sleepless with that aching emptiness inside. Your heart is pounding and you can feel it in your throat. You're longing for someone to tell you what to do about your broken heart.All you can think about is the fact that your loved one is gone. Completely overwhelmed with sadness and fear, wandering from room to vacant room, you wonder when your heartache will ever end. It’s been impossible to focus. Friends sometimes say things that make no sense: “Just give it time.” “Keep busy, you'll get through this..." One friend, post your break up, said: "You'll meet someone better." What?!!? Your heart aches.
It's 3AM and you're wide awake – sleepless with that aching emptiness inside. Your heart is pounding and you can feel it in your throat. You're longing for someone to tell you what to do about your broken heart.All you can think about is the fact that your loved one is gone. Completely overwhelmed with sadness and fear, wandering from room to vacant room, you wonder when your heartache will ever end. It’s been impossible to focus. Friends sometimes say things that make no sense: “Just give it time.” “Keep busy, you'll get through this..." One friend, post your break up, said: "You'll meet someone better." What?!!? Your heart aches.
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Dr. Brian Swanson provides a wide range of strength-based psychotherapeutic services targeting the needs and challenges of children, transitional age youth, adults, as well as couples and families. More specifically, Dr. Swanson offers a comprehensive, evidence-based, and highly effective treatment approach that allows for practical strategies and interventions for difficulties within the home, school, work and other social environments. Dr. Swanson's individualized clinical practice also incorporates the latest empirical research and developments within the field.
Dr. Brian Swanson provides a wide range of strength-based psychotherapeutic services targeting the needs and challenges of children, transitional age youth, adults, as well as couples and families. More specifically, Dr. Swanson offers a comprehensive, evidence-based, and highly effective treatment approach that allows for practical strategies and interventions for difficulties within the home, school, work and other social environments. Dr. Swanson's individualized clinical practice also incorporates the latest empirical research and developments within the field.
Shireen Shahidi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91436
Hey there! If you're feeling overwhelmed and going through tough times, I'm here to lend you a helping hand. I specialize in working with people of all ages who are facing anxiety, depression, and trauma. My goal is to provide you with a compassionate and empathetic approach to help you heal and grow. I want you to feel comfortable and relaxed when sharing your thoughts and emotions with me, so we can work together to overcome any obstacles.
Hey there! If you're feeling overwhelmed and going through tough times, I'm here to lend you a helping hand. I specialize in working with people of all ages who are facing anxiety, depression, and trauma. My goal is to provide you with a compassionate and empathetic approach to help you heal and grow. I want you to feel comfortable and relaxed when sharing your thoughts and emotions with me, so we can work together to overcome any obstacles.
Brian Shin: Hope Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91436
From the unexpected challenges to finding fulfillment when overcoming a trial, every person deserves to be the hero of their own story. From trauma to mood disorders to relational issues, each challenge is not an isolated event, but a story that is connected to our past, present, and future. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about helping people work through these challenges to come out even stronger, emotionally and mentally. I work with youth, adults, couples, and families to identify how this connection can lead to overcoming challenges and finding healing.
From the unexpected challenges to finding fulfillment when overcoming a trial, every person deserves to be the hero of their own story. From trauma to mood disorders to relational issues, each challenge is not an isolated event, but a story that is connected to our past, present, and future. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about helping people work through these challenges to come out even stronger, emotionally and mentally. I work with youth, adults, couples, and families to identify how this connection can lead to overcoming challenges and finding healing.
Gary Michael Larkin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91436 (Online Only)
I have been licensed for 18 years, and have worked with various populations. I am a client-centered behaviorist; meaning I help people change behaviors by presenting them with coping strategies and communication skills to help deal with life on life's terms. I use my experience, as well as professional life as a special education teacher for the last 22 years, a 48 year marriage, and 35 years of a personal 12-Step Program to guide my theoretical orientation to help change distorted thinking into positive choices. I listen with empathy, and offer suggestions for hope and change. .
I have been licensed for 18 years, and have worked with various populations. I am a client-centered behaviorist; meaning I help people change behaviors by presenting them with coping strategies and communication skills to help deal with life on life's terms. I use my experience, as well as professional life as a special education teacher for the last 22 years, a 48 year marriage, and 35 years of a personal 12-Step Program to guide my theoretical orientation to help change distorted thinking into positive choices. I listen with empathy, and offer suggestions for hope and change. .
Antoinette De Leon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91426 (Online Only)
Life is overwhelming you right now. You have difficulty setting boundaries, become overstimulated easily, or have difficulty with change. You feel deeply as a highly sensitive person but you’re often misunderstood. I know what it’s like to feel emotionally exhausted and I know how to lead my clients to balanced, more fulfilling lives. My clients become masters at valuing themselves.
Life is overwhelming you right now. You have difficulty setting boundaries, become overstimulated easily, or have difficulty with change. You feel deeply as a highly sensitive person but you’re often misunderstood. I know what it’s like to feel emotionally exhausted and I know how to lead my clients to balanced, more fulfilling lives. My clients become masters at valuing themselves.
Shiva Howell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91436
Waitlist for new clients
I am most passionate about helping my clients develop a stronger awareness of how past events and beliefs are influencing their current behavior and decision-making. I believe that therapy is so much more than just talking about problems; it’s about examining how our beliefs and experiences have taken root in our lives and influence us.
I am most passionate about helping my clients develop a stronger awareness of how past events and beliefs are influencing their current behavior and decision-making. I believe that therapy is so much more than just talking about problems; it’s about examining how our beliefs and experiences have taken root in our lives and influence us.
Recognizing that the challenges in our daily lives are complex, I offer individuals and families an array of services to address their unique needs. I offer a compassionate, soft, empathic and individually tailored therapeutic approach when working with children, adolescents, adults and their families. My mission is to provide a safe environment in order to achieve the most optimal results. I strive to help each individual/s to cultivate and expand a deep sense of meaning and resiliency in their personal journey.
Recognizing that the challenges in our daily lives are complex, I offer individuals and families an array of services to address their unique needs. I offer a compassionate, soft, empathic and individually tailored therapeutic approach when working with children, adolescents, adults and their families. My mission is to provide a safe environment in order to achieve the most optimal results. I strive to help each individual/s to cultivate and expand a deep sense of meaning and resiliency in their personal journey.
Many of us have stories running through our head that dictate how we live our lives. I work with people to identify their stories and teach them to challenge how they’ve always thought, and how they’ve always done things. Indeed, I frequently tell my clients that I’m not in the relief and comfort business. Rather, my purpose is to provide people with the tools to experience joy and happiness.
Many of us have stories running through our head that dictate how we live our lives. I work with people to identify their stories and teach them to challenge how they’ve always thought, and how they’ve always done things. Indeed, I frequently tell my clients that I’m not in the relief and comfort business. Rather, my purpose is to provide people with the tools to experience joy and happiness.
People sometimes fear that if they start therapy they will never be able to leave.
Modern psychotherapy now includes tools to deal with issues in a more immediate way, with a shorter term, solution, focus. This doesn't preclude deeper work but offers clients a choice.
Over more than 30 years in the field I have become skilled with both shorter term, solution focused work and depth psychology.
Let's talk about what may be useful to you.
of note: Problem Gambling:
Treatment is FREE through the State of California. I am a provider
People sometimes fear that if they start therapy they will never be able to leave.
Modern psychotherapy now includes tools to deal with issues in a more immediate way, with a shorter term, solution, focus. This doesn't preclude deeper work but offers clients a choice.
Over more than 30 years in the field I have become skilled with both shorter term, solution focused work and depth psychology.
Let's talk about what may be useful to you.
of note: Problem Gambling:
Treatment is FREE through the State of California. I am a provider
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Encino, CA
600+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in Encino, CA who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
86% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
69% | Coping Skills |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
63% | Grief |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
61% | Aetna |
57% | Cigna and Evernorth |
47% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Encino, CA see their clients
72% | In Person and Online | |
28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Encino?
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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.