Relationship Issues Therapists in 90266
Brian Mattson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
My specialties include: couples stuck in conflict, ineffective communication, mistrust/affairs/infidelity, and anxiety/panic disorders, early & mid-life transitions, as well as teens and young adults struggling to find a path forward. If you are searching this site, there is a strong possibility your life path has gotten off track in relationship, career, or meaning. Asking for help is the most powerful step towards growth. I have advanced training working with couples to build safety and intimacy, as well helping individuals overcome trauma or difficulties stemming from challenging early life relationships.
My specialties include: couples stuck in conflict, ineffective communication, mistrust/affairs/infidelity, and anxiety/panic disorders, early & mid-life transitions, as well as teens and young adults struggling to find a path forward. If you are searching this site, there is a strong possibility your life path has gotten off track in relationship, career, or meaning. Asking for help is the most powerful step towards growth. I have advanced training working with couples to build safety and intimacy, as well helping individuals overcome trauma or difficulties stemming from challenging early life relationships.
Phyllis Dworsky
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
Dr. Phyllis E. Dworsky is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 1997. Dr. Dworsky offers both cognitive behavioral techniques to work toward goals and psychodynamic understanding as to what sabotages goals and triggers anxiety, depression, and anger. She also offers support and communication strategies for couples with a strong background in Gottman techniques. In her spare time, Dr. Dworsky enjoys hiking, yoga, poetry, and literature.
Dr. Phyllis E. Dworsky is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 1997. Dr. Dworsky offers both cognitive behavioral techniques to work toward goals and psychodynamic understanding as to what sabotages goals and triggers anxiety, depression, and anger. She also offers support and communication strategies for couples with a strong background in Gottman techniques. In her spare time, Dr. Dworsky enjoys hiking, yoga, poetry, and literature.
Andrea S Kahrs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCPS
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Life transitions exist in all parts of our lives and those changes, whether good or bad, can be challenging to navigate. I specialize in working with couples, families & individuals seeking Counseling and/or Mediation during various stages of their relationships. I also specialize in Sex Addiction Betrayal Trauma and Infidelity. I work with the partners of a sex addicts. Partners of sex addicts find their lives have been turned upside down. Life as they knew it has vanished. I can help to navigate through this new ground and prepare for disclosure if that is desired by the partner.
Life transitions exist in all parts of our lives and those changes, whether good or bad, can be challenging to navigate. I specialize in working with couples, families & individuals seeking Counseling and/or Mediation during various stages of their relationships. I also specialize in Sex Addiction Betrayal Trauma and Infidelity. I work with the partners of a sex addicts. Partners of sex addicts find their lives have been turned upside down. Life as they knew it has vanished. I can help to navigate through this new ground and prepare for disclosure if that is desired by the partner.
Alison Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MPS, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
It’s hard to tune out those inner critics that leave us feeling not good enough, alone, and hopeless. Sometimes we have difficult thoughts and experiences we have never shared with anyone that also leave us feeling nervous, disconnected and depleted. What if you could take all that negativity and use it to fuel creativity? A kind of creativity that offers healing and liberation from the hurt- one that allows movement when we are stuck. In therapy with me you will express yourself with more than just talk. My approach is empathic, gender affirming, culturally humble, LGBTQIA+ celebrating, radically accepting, and direct.
It’s hard to tune out those inner critics that leave us feeling not good enough, alone, and hopeless. Sometimes we have difficult thoughts and experiences we have never shared with anyone that also leave us feeling nervous, disconnected and depleted. What if you could take all that negativity and use it to fuel creativity? A kind of creativity that offers healing and liberation from the hurt- one that allows movement when we are stuck. In therapy with me you will express yourself with more than just talk. My approach is empathic, gender affirming, culturally humble, LGBTQIA+ celebrating, radically accepting, and direct.
Whole Human Wellness- Alexis Jarrell LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
Feeling stuck? I am so glad you landed on my page. Today you are one step closer to a new you where you shift to feeling more empowered and on a positive path of growth and authenticity! As a person-centered therapist, my goal is to understand your life struggles and be a guide to help you in your path to self discovery. I am dedicated to being an empathetic witness to your healing and provide you a safe space for that to take place. My belief is that therapy can help the healing process, whether you are dealing with transition of life issues, trauma, depression, family issues, or just having a bad day.
Feeling stuck? I am so glad you landed on my page. Today you are one step closer to a new you where you shift to feeling more empowered and on a positive path of growth and authenticity! As a person-centered therapist, my goal is to understand your life struggles and be a guide to help you in your path to self discovery. I am dedicated to being an empathetic witness to your healing and provide you a safe space for that to take place. My belief is that therapy can help the healing process, whether you are dealing with transition of life issues, trauma, depression, family issues, or just having a bad day.
Jarred Trusty
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life. WellPsyche is also a leader in Telemedicine. Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work.
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life. WellPsyche is also a leader in Telemedicine. Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work.
Natasha Kruse PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
Moving forward, I am seeing all clients remotely via Zoom video sessions. I believe therapy is a collaborative process between a therapist and a client. I work to create an environment where a client can express thoughts and feelings and to get a deeper understanding of underlying issues. Therapy is an uncomfortable process at times and I am here to help clients work through issues, while remaining connected to relationships in their life.
Moving forward, I am seeing all clients remotely via Zoom video sessions. I believe therapy is a collaborative process between a therapist and a client. I work to create an environment where a client can express thoughts and feelings and to get a deeper understanding of underlying issues. Therapy is an uncomfortable process at times and I am here to help clients work through issues, while remaining connected to relationships in their life.
Dr. Linda Thompson
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Finding a psychotherapist you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and feelings with can seem like a great challenge. As you search, it is helpful to be mindful of what is bringing you to therapy and what you are wanting from a therapist. When you find someone you think you may be able to bond with, you can talk with them about what you are looking for and if you don't know, ask them how they envision working with you. As a psychologist with over 30 years of experience, I believe that meeting the client where they are is the key to creating a safe and supportive environment conducive to change.
Finding a psychotherapist you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and feelings with can seem like a great challenge. As you search, it is helpful to be mindful of what is bringing you to therapy and what you are wanting from a therapist. When you find someone you think you may be able to bond with, you can talk with them about what you are looking for and if you don't know, ask them how they envision working with you. As a psychologist with over 30 years of experience, I believe that meeting the client where they are is the key to creating a safe and supportive environment conducive to change.
Henna Cho
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Are you feeling alone, unheard, or stuck? Are you experiencing anxiety, fatigue, and excessive worrying that impact your relationships and career? I’m glad you’re taking the time to notice these changes and to invest in yourself to become a better version of yourself. In sessions, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify ways to incorporate positive changes for your negative thought patterns. Thus, you will learn to become better equipped in maintaining your personal or professional goals. I am committed to helping my clients decrease anxiety and manage healthy relationships.
Are you feeling alone, unheard, or stuck? Are you experiencing anxiety, fatigue, and excessive worrying that impact your relationships and career? I’m glad you’re taking the time to notice these changes and to invest in yourself to become a better version of yourself. In sessions, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify ways to incorporate positive changes for your negative thought patterns. Thus, you will learn to become better equipped in maintaining your personal or professional goals. I am committed to helping my clients decrease anxiety and manage healthy relationships.
Kryss Castle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, EFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Teens are fabulous in all their glory and craziness! Helping teens and young adults find their courage to transform, change ways that don’t serve them, and be who they are is my passion. I work with depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use. In addition to in-office sessions, I’ve worked in more than ten schools throughout the South Bay providing group and individual therapy to students. I also work with adults and professionals in high-stress careers who have come to a crossroads with a relationship or career, are struggling with stress and anxiety, or are having trouble finding passion and purpose in their lives.
Teens are fabulous in all their glory and craziness! Helping teens and young adults find their courage to transform, change ways that don’t serve them, and be who they are is my passion. I work with depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use. In addition to in-office sessions, I’ve worked in more than ten schools throughout the South Bay providing group and individual therapy to students. I also work with adults and professionals in high-stress careers who have come to a crossroads with a relationship or career, are struggling with stress and anxiety, or are having trouble finding passion and purpose in their lives.
Dr. Max Maisel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
We will help you change your relationship with anxiety by guiding you through actionable, change oriented skills and strategies which you can take with you forever.
You long for a state of peace and comfort that you may not have known for years, or maybe since you were a small child. You want to experience what its like to have better control over your mind and body. You want somebody who really gets how painful anxiety is and can give you actionable steps to feel better. Anxiety is like a challenger who knows exactly what buttons to push to make you feel bad. To gain the upper hand against your anxiety, you need a true specialist who can point out the tricks and traps of your anxiety and empower you to finally make a stand against intrusive thoughts, worry, or panic with lasting results.
We will help you change your relationship with anxiety by guiding you through actionable, change oriented skills and strategies which you can take with you forever.
You long for a state of peace and comfort that you may not have known for years, or maybe since you were a small child. You want to experience what its like to have better control over your mind and body. You want somebody who really gets how painful anxiety is and can give you actionable steps to feel better. Anxiety is like a challenger who knows exactly what buttons to push to make you feel bad. To gain the upper hand against your anxiety, you need a true specialist who can point out the tricks and traps of your anxiety and empower you to finally make a stand against intrusive thoughts, worry, or panic with lasting results.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
I also have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing relationship/family issues, divorce, and LGBTQ challenges.
Are you hindered by anxiety, depression, or trauma, preventing you from expressing your authentic self? Do you find yourself trapped in navigating challenging family and relationship situations? Every minor issue now feels incredibly overwhelming, reopening past wounds and creating new ones. Despite attempting to bury the pain, it persists, leaving you feeling isolated and tormented. The constant exhaustion, stress, and anger make you question your resilience. Unsure of where to seek assistance, you don't have to endure this painful journey by yourself. I aim to assist you in achieving a more integrated and balanced sense of self.
I also have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing relationship/family issues, divorce, and LGBTQ challenges.
Are you hindered by anxiety, depression, or trauma, preventing you from expressing your authentic self? Do you find yourself trapped in navigating challenging family and relationship situations? Every minor issue now feels incredibly overwhelming, reopening past wounds and creating new ones. Despite attempting to bury the pain, it persists, leaving you feeling isolated and tormented. The constant exhaustion, stress, and anger make you question your resilience. Unsure of where to seek assistance, you don't have to endure this painful journey by yourself. I aim to assist you in achieving a more integrated and balanced sense of self.
Cynthia Mao
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MA, ASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Hello and welcome. If you're navigating life's twists and turns, struggling with unwanted feelings and mood swings, or dealing with the challenges of today's complex world, you're in the right place. Life can often present us with unexpected transitions, relationship struggles, loneliness, helplessness, and the weight of depression or anxiety. It's especially challenging when you find yourself balancing between different cultures and identities. I want you to know that you're not alone in your journey. I'm here to offer support, understanding, and guidance through these challenges.
Hello and welcome. If you're navigating life's twists and turns, struggling with unwanted feelings and mood swings, or dealing with the challenges of today's complex world, you're in the right place. Life can often present us with unexpected transitions, relationship struggles, loneliness, helplessness, and the weight of depression or anxiety. It's especially challenging when you find yourself balancing between different cultures and identities. I want you to know that you're not alone in your journey. I'm here to offer support, understanding, and guidance through these challenges.
Michelle Dolinsky
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
I provide therapy to adult individuals and couples with a wide range of mental health needs, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues and major life transitions.
I'm here to help you gain a fresh perspective on what’s going on in your life, past and present, that may be causing you distress. Whether you’re feeling anxious, unhappy, disconnected, or overwhelmed, there is nothing worse than sitting alone with those feelings. So much relief and connection begins with therapy. I approach each session with authenticity and kindness so that clients feel comfortable sharing their hopes, fears, strengths and suffering. From there, I offer evidence-based strategies to help guide clients toward achieving their goals while letting go of patterns that no longer serve them.
I provide therapy to adult individuals and couples with a wide range of mental health needs, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues and major life transitions.
I'm here to help you gain a fresh perspective on what’s going on in your life, past and present, that may be causing you distress. Whether you’re feeling anxious, unhappy, disconnected, or overwhelmed, there is nothing worse than sitting alone with those feelings. So much relief and connection begins with therapy. I approach each session with authenticity and kindness so that clients feel comfortable sharing their hopes, fears, strengths and suffering. From there, I offer evidence-based strategies to help guide clients toward achieving their goals while letting go of patterns that no longer serve them.
Vanessa Gonzalez Aceves
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Have you been wanting to be a parent for a long time and now that you are, it isn't what you thought it would be? Are you having a hard time feeling connected to your baby? How about to your partner? How about to yourself? Was your birth experience not what you expected? Regardless of where you may be in your parenting journey, whether it is in trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy, are new to parenthood, or are coping with pregnancy loss, I am here to help and guide you to a path of emotional healing and growth.
Have you been wanting to be a parent for a long time and now that you are, it isn't what you thought it would be? Are you having a hard time feeling connected to your baby? How about to your partner? How about to yourself? Was your birth experience not what you expected? Regardless of where you may be in your parenting journey, whether it is in trying to conceive, navigating pregnancy, are new to parenthood, or are coping with pregnancy loss, I am here to help and guide you to a path of emotional healing and growth.
Caroline Petruk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping individuals facing anxiety, grief & loss, life transitions, relationship issues, & stress.
You've been working through life's challenges on your own for quite some time. Family and friends think you are “fine”, but deep inside you are struggling to get through the day to day without breaking down. You're overwhelmed and exhausted by the demands of life and have been trying to change the way you feel, but things do not seem to be different no matter what you do. If you are ready for change and support within your personal life, then you're in the right place. We will work together to get you back to having peace and meaningful connection within your life.
I specialize in helping individuals facing anxiety, grief & loss, life transitions, relationship issues, & stress.
You've been working through life's challenges on your own for quite some time. Family and friends think you are “fine”, but deep inside you are struggling to get through the day to day without breaking down. You're overwhelmed and exhausted by the demands of life and have been trying to change the way you feel, but things do not seem to be different no matter what you do. If you are ready for change and support within your personal life, then you're in the right place. We will work together to get you back to having peace and meaningful connection within your life.
Razdeep Kaur
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW, ASW, MSW
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Hi! I'm Razdeep, South Asian therapist providing therapy in California. I work with heart-centered, sensitive, creative, or highly empathic teen and adult individuals who are experiencing stress, life transitions, anxiety, trauma, or struggling with ADHD symptoms. As a sensitive soul, your ability to feel so deeply is your greatest gift and superpower. Even though it may feel like a burden at times, please know that this is what makes you such a warm and wonderful. I invite you to unfasten your burdens and know it’s safe to take a deep breath. In therapy sessions with me, you will be seen and you are warmly welcomed to just BE.
Hi! I'm Razdeep, South Asian therapist providing therapy in California. I work with heart-centered, sensitive, creative, or highly empathic teen and adult individuals who are experiencing stress, life transitions, anxiety, trauma, or struggling with ADHD symptoms. As a sensitive soul, your ability to feel so deeply is your greatest gift and superpower. Even though it may feel like a burden at times, please know that this is what makes you such a warm and wonderful. I invite you to unfasten your burdens and know it’s safe to take a deep breath. In therapy sessions with me, you will be seen and you are warmly welcomed to just BE.
Mary T Braheny
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Assisting you in the transformation of issues that keep you from a healthy and satisfying life is my goal and passion. We will build on your unique strengths and wisdom, and will use nurturing supportive exploration, and modalities suited for you. I will help you in identifying and clarifying the changes you wish to achieve in your life along with understanding and changing the negative patterns that get in the way. I combine the knowledge and experience of 30 years in the field of mental health.
Assisting you in the transformation of issues that keep you from a healthy and satisfying life is my goal and passion. We will build on your unique strengths and wisdom, and will use nurturing supportive exploration, and modalities suited for you. I will help you in identifying and clarifying the changes you wish to achieve in your life along with understanding and changing the negative patterns that get in the way. I combine the knowledge and experience of 30 years in the field of mental health.
Melanie Maddox
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
I also specialize in multicultural issues and relationship/family dynamics.
Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.
I also specialize in multicultural issues and relationship/family dynamics.
Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.
Celynna Harnetiaux
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Hello and welcome. I help teens, women and couples who are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, disconnected, and struggling in their relationships. Many of my clients reach out because they are struggling with anxiety, loneliness, low self-esteem, dating frustration, and loss of motivation. If you are struggling with these symptoms, I believe you deserve a space that allows you to feel safe, accepted and understood. Together we work as a team to better understand emotions and help you cope with life's stressors. I use Gottman Couples therapy training to help identify problems in communication in my work with individuals and couples.
Hello and welcome. I help teens, women and couples who are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, disconnected, and struggling in their relationships. Many of my clients reach out because they are struggling with anxiety, loneliness, low self-esteem, dating frustration, and loss of motivation. If you are struggling with these symptoms, I believe you deserve a space that allows you to feel safe, accepted and understood. Together we work as a team to better understand emotions and help you cope with life's stressors. I use Gottman Couples therapy training to help identify problems in communication in my work with individuals and couples.
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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.