Jewish Therapists in Los Angeles, CA

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Simcha Saiek
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I have over 20 years experience in working with children, adolescents and families with various backgrounds and socioeconomic status. My specialty and passion is in working with parents in helping them become the best parents they can be; including managing behavior problems at home and school, co-parenting, family therapy and Child-Parent dyadic Psychotherapy. I am able to provide therapy in both Hebrew and English. To accommodate the local Jewish community, I have available appointment times on Sunday, in addition to weekdays.
I have over 20 years experience in working with children, adolescents and families with various backgrounds and socioeconomic status. My specialty and passion is in working with parents in helping them become the best parents they can be; including managing behavior problems at home and school, co-parenting, family therapy and Child-Parent dyadic Psychotherapy. I am able to provide therapy in both Hebrew and English. To accommodate the local Jewish community, I have available appointment times on Sunday, in addition to weekdays.
(310) 928-9636 View (310) 928-9636
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Dr. Douglas G. Sadownick
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90019
I come from the heart. I'm here to help you feel safe and secure. I am here to go on a journey with you to find your true self, to lift depression, to work with anxiety, and transform this time of crisis into stronger relationships and more heart-felt productivity. As a gay, Jewish man, I have an ear for all people struggling with difference and oppression. I can go deep with you into healing old trauma. Or I can help you coach you with day-to-day career and relationship challenges. If you need a therapy to jump-start new growth in the New Year, I am here for you on that quest of both self-discovery and seeing more palpable results.
I come from the heart. I'm here to help you feel safe and secure. I am here to go on a journey with you to find your true self, to lift depression, to work with anxiety, and transform this time of crisis into stronger relationships and more heart-felt productivity. As a gay, Jewish man, I have an ear for all people struggling with difference and oppression. I can go deep with you into healing old trauma. Or I can help you coach you with day-to-day career and relationship challenges. If you need a therapy to jump-start new growth in the New Year, I am here for you on that quest of both self-discovery and seeing more palpable results.
(323) 739-4971 View (323) 739-4971
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Angela Shaiman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90008  (Online Only)
Telehealth Only - As a psychotherapist, it’s an honor to be a witness and facilitator to client transformation, resilience, and growth. My perceptiveness, compassion, and holding of a nonjudgmental space allow discovery and observation of patterns that may no longer be helpful. I see my work through a social justice perspective and understand oppression itself as a form of stress and trauma. As a mixed-race and multicultural person of African-American and Jewish ancestry, I honor experiences of intersecting identities and am deeply interested in intergenerational trauma and resilience.
Telehealth Only - As a psychotherapist, it’s an honor to be a witness and facilitator to client transformation, resilience, and growth. My perceptiveness, compassion, and holding of a nonjudgmental space allow discovery and observation of patterns that may no longer be helpful. I see my work through a social justice perspective and understand oppression itself as a form of stress and trauma. As a mixed-race and multicultural person of African-American and Jewish ancestry, I honor experiences of intersecting identities and am deeply interested in intergenerational trauma and resilience.
(510) 674-0948 View (510) 674-0948
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Dahlia Seroussi
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT-A, MFA
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90027  (Online Only)
A writer turned therapist, I grew up in the Bay Area in a Jewish South American household.
I combine a warm and direct approach with evidence-based practices (and a splash of humor) to help you unpack, examine, and rewrite the narratives in your life. Drawing from modalities such as Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Internal Family Systems, we will work to align your thoughts and actions with your values so that you can lead the life you want. I view relationships and identity development through the lens of attachment theory with the goal of helping you draw clear connections from the past to the present and into an expansive and joyful future.
A writer turned therapist, I grew up in the Bay Area in a Jewish South American household.
I combine a warm and direct approach with evidence-based practices (and a splash of humor) to help you unpack, examine, and rewrite the narratives in your life. Drawing from modalities such as Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Internal Family Systems, we will work to align your thoughts and actions with your values so that you can lead the life you want. I view relationships and identity development through the lens of attachment theory with the goal of helping you draw clear connections from the past to the present and into an expansive and joyful future.
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Alexander Shibuya Farbstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma. Depression. Anxiety. Inattention. These are all natural responses to the challenges of life. These challenges are daunting on their own, and can feel insurmountable because of how the world treats gender, race, sexuality and learning differences. I'm a therapist at the intersection of multiple identities (queer, non-binary, Japanese American, Jewish). I use mindfulness-based therapies to help clients live in the present moment and find liberation from the impact of family history and systemic discrimination.
Trauma. Depression. Anxiety. Inattention. These are all natural responses to the challenges of life. These challenges are daunting on their own, and can feel insurmountable because of how the world treats gender, race, sexuality and learning differences. I'm a therapist at the intersection of multiple identities (queer, non-binary, Japanese American, Jewish). I use mindfulness-based therapies to help clients live in the present moment and find liberation from the impact of family history and systemic discrimination.
(424) 272-8690 View (424) 272-8690
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Patricia Gordan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90026
American Jewish University: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
Tricia Gordan, LMFT Lic 85484, is a licensed marriage and family therapist who has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in various clinical settings for more than a decade. Because of her personal experience with a physical difference, Tricia has a uniquely empathetic way of relating to clients and helping them overcome adversity. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors, and parenting challenges. Tricia particularly enjoys sharing her knowledge about respectful parenting and supporting new parents in the many adjustments that come with welcoming new family members.
American Jewish University: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
Tricia Gordan, LMFT Lic 85484, is a licensed marriage and family therapist who has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in various clinical settings for more than a decade. Because of her personal experience with a physical difference, Tricia has a uniquely empathetic way of relating to clients and helping them overcome adversity. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, life stressors, and parenting challenges. Tricia particularly enjoys sharing her knowledge about respectful parenting and supporting new parents in the many adjustments that come with welcoming new family members.
(831) 228-8549 View (831) 228-8549
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Heather Buchheim
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90042
I bring my lens as a queer, non-binary, poly, kinky, neurodivergent, radical, white, Jewish person.
How you feel towards yourself can profoundly impact your relationships, work, school, and more. And a lot can make it hard to feel your best. You might be: Exhausted by a relentless self-critical voice...Considering your next steps to feel authentically aligned with your gender and sexuality...Struggling with boundaries and people-pleasing... Stressed and stuck in your closest relationships...Curious about non-monogamy but unsure where to start...Looking for nonjudgmental guidance navigating dynamics within polyamory and kink — not to mention managing all of this under capitalism. No wonder you'd like support!
I bring my lens as a queer, non-binary, poly, kinky, neurodivergent, radical, white, Jewish person.
How you feel towards yourself can profoundly impact your relationships, work, school, and more. And a lot can make it hard to feel your best. You might be: Exhausted by a relentless self-critical voice...Considering your next steps to feel authentically aligned with your gender and sexuality...Struggling with boundaries and people-pleasing... Stressed and stuck in your closest relationships...Curious about non-monogamy but unsure where to start...Looking for nonjudgmental guidance navigating dynamics within polyamory and kink — not to mention managing all of this under capitalism. No wonder you'd like support!
(925) 438-6553 View (925) 438-6553
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Rosette Schapira
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90034
These include a family systems approach, humanistic, cognitive behavioral, conflict mediation, spirituality and Jewish thought.
When you are feeling depressed or anxious, you have a real reason to want to be heard. You communicate through words and body language. A child communicates through play and art. Whichever way you communicate, I am dedicated to hear what you have to say and gain a real understanding of what is going on. Together, we can explore your uniqueness and find strength in that. Whether it is a family issue or a personal one, taking care of yourself is a priority. I believe that the basic foundation of therapy is a good relationship between therapist and client.
These include a family systems approach, humanistic, cognitive behavioral, conflict mediation, spirituality and Jewish thought.
When you are feeling depressed or anxious, you have a real reason to want to be heard. You communicate through words and body language. A child communicates through play and art. Whichever way you communicate, I am dedicated to hear what you have to say and gain a real understanding of what is going on. Together, we can explore your uniqueness and find strength in that. Whether it is a family issue or a personal one, taking care of yourself is a priority. I believe that the basic foundation of therapy is a good relationship between therapist and client.
(310) 736-4083 View (310) 736-4083
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Jessica S Edelstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC, CDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004
Art Therapist for help with • Parenting • Adulting • Aging • Grieving —You finally realize you really need some customized tools to navigate your current situation. You’re creative & have tried solving tough problems on your own, but it just isn't working & you’re actually ready to do this. A couch & a box of tissues just isn’t enough. I can help. Art Therapy is a comfortable way to gently learn how your unique brain works & get you (or a loved one) back on track. Using a variety of visual methods and art materials, we’ll lay your issues out on paper to help explore solutions and meaningfully respond to your personal situation..
Art Therapist for help with • Parenting • Adulting • Aging • Grieving —You finally realize you really need some customized tools to navigate your current situation. You’re creative & have tried solving tough problems on your own, but it just isn't working & you’re actually ready to do this. A couch & a box of tissues just isn’t enough. I can help. Art Therapy is a comfortable way to gently learn how your unique brain works & get you (or a loved one) back on track. Using a variety of visual methods and art materials, we’ll lay your issues out on paper to help explore solutions and meaningfully respond to your personal situation..
(424) 292-6913 View (424) 292-6913
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Blair Lord
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90041
Are you tired of being told your thoughts are the problem? Have you been labeled as "too sensitive?" If you are looking to heal the body which holds our pain and trauma and become more empowered to understand your own nervous system, then we may be a good fit. I work with womxn and non-binary clients who experience chronic pain, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, or trauma. I am LGBTQIA+ allied, social justice, and feminist therapist. Clients I work with come in when experiencing life transition, relationship stress, new health diagnoses, career changes, increased pain, or family-of-origin pain.
Are you tired of being told your thoughts are the problem? Have you been labeled as "too sensitive?" If you are looking to heal the body which holds our pain and trauma and become more empowered to understand your own nervous system, then we may be a good fit. I work with womxn and non-binary clients who experience chronic pain, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, or trauma. I am LGBTQIA+ allied, social justice, and feminist therapist. Clients I work with come in when experiencing life transition, relationship stress, new health diagnoses, career changes, increased pain, or family-of-origin pain.
(213) 223-8121 View (213) 223-8121
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Sandra Braun, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90035
Have you been in therapy and still feel stuck, anxious, sad, or easily triggered? Have you been involved in a recent traumatic event or have a history of trauma? I can help you create a toolbox, unique to yourself, with resources needed to be more resilient when confronting difficulties. I utilize EMDR, an evidence-based treatment known to help sufferers of all kinds of trauma reduce or eliminate negative thoughts, difficult emotions, and sensory interference. Therapy with EMDR can help you find more meaning in your relationships, become more productive with your work, create a space for self-care, and find enjoyment in your life.
Have you been in therapy and still feel stuck, anxious, sad, or easily triggered? Have you been involved in a recent traumatic event or have a history of trauma? I can help you create a toolbox, unique to yourself, with resources needed to be more resilient when confronting difficulties. I utilize EMDR, an evidence-based treatment known to help sufferers of all kinds of trauma reduce or eliminate negative thoughts, difficult emotions, and sensory interference. Therapy with EMDR can help you find more meaning in your relationships, become more productive with your work, create a space for self-care, and find enjoyment in your life.
(310) 483-7730 View (310) 483-7730
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Hava Bolour Rahimian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Hello and welcome! I look forward to meeting you and helping you gain insight into unhealthy relationship patterns, negative self talk and how that effects your mood and behavior, and tolerance for all of life's challenges. I have experience working with clients who are having difficulties with interpersonal relationships, families dealing with unhealthy boundaries, and individuals and couples seeking to deepen their relationships and strengthen communication skills. By no means is this an all inclusive list, so please do contact me so we can discuss what your needs are and how I can help.
Hello and welcome! I look forward to meeting you and helping you gain insight into unhealthy relationship patterns, negative self talk and how that effects your mood and behavior, and tolerance for all of life's challenges. I have experience working with clients who are having difficulties with interpersonal relationships, families dealing with unhealthy boundaries, and individuals and couples seeking to deepen their relationships and strengthen communication skills. By no means is this an all inclusive list, so please do contact me so we can discuss what your needs are and how I can help.
(310) 945-2867 View (310) 945-2867
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Brooke Kaufman
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90039
Through individual therapy, couples therapy, and ADHD testing, I can you help you connect with what matters most to you. If you're feeling lost in your own life or have prioritized others over yourself for too long, let’s tackle the roots of how you got here, learn to value your worth, and develop strategies to improve the quality of your connection to yourself and others.
Through individual therapy, couples therapy, and ADHD testing, I can you help you connect with what matters most to you. If you're feeling lost in your own life or have prioritized others over yourself for too long, let’s tackle the roots of how you got here, learn to value your worth, and develop strategies to improve the quality of your connection to yourself and others.
(747) 302-6585 View (747) 302-6585
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Mordechai (Motti) Polityko
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90036  (Online Only)
Serenity, Equanimity, Peace of Mind. Are these qualities sorely missing from your life? You are not alone. Most Westerners experience rushed living, lack of acceptance, anxious and depressed mood - what inevitably amounts to suffering. While pain is a universal experience, with practice suffering can become optional. But lack of skill, low motivation, and general haggardness of life prevent many from consistent self-care which can alleviate suffering. If this is your story, The Serenity Center was opened with you in mind. Reducing suffering to manageable levels is an achievable goal - and all you may need is a skillful guide.
Serenity, Equanimity, Peace of Mind. Are these qualities sorely missing from your life? You are not alone. Most Westerners experience rushed living, lack of acceptance, anxious and depressed mood - what inevitably amounts to suffering. While pain is a universal experience, with practice suffering can become optional. But lack of skill, low motivation, and general haggardness of life prevent many from consistent self-care which can alleviate suffering. If this is your story, The Serenity Center was opened with you in mind. Reducing suffering to manageable levels is an achievable goal - and all you may need is a skillful guide.
(323) 615-3208 View (323) 615-3208
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Julianne Lynn Legon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Are you feeling anxious and worried? Or, that you're living life in a fog? You know something isn't right, but you don't know what or where to begin. Good news... you are here and that shows courage and willingness to act! With more than twenty years of experience meeting with people dealing with anxiety and depression, I’ve come to understand just how lonely and isolating living this way can feel. You don’t have to feel this way. We'll explore the origin of the pain you're experiencing and get you back on track.
Are you feeling anxious and worried? Or, that you're living life in a fog? You know something isn't right, but you don't know what or where to begin. Good news... you are here and that shows courage and willingness to act! With more than twenty years of experience meeting with people dealing with anxiety and depression, I’ve come to understand just how lonely and isolating living this way can feel. You don’t have to feel this way. We'll explore the origin of the pain you're experiencing and get you back on track.
(310) 928-2596 View (310) 928-2596
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Gabriella Kamara- Creative Trauma Therapist
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, APCC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90026
Constantly in the trenches with your mental health? Without the right help, knowledge, or support, it can feel like getting out is a helpless battle. Like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole, it can be a frustrating experience. Using an integrative, creative and dynamic approach to therapy, my work aims to meet you in the darkness- rolling up my sleeves and joining you in the mud. Together, we will work together to get you free of the hole you find yourself in. Many of my clients have hit a wall with traditional talk therapy and would like to explore different approach.
Constantly in the trenches with your mental health? Without the right help, knowledge, or support, it can feel like getting out is a helpless battle. Like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole, it can be a frustrating experience. Using an integrative, creative and dynamic approach to therapy, my work aims to meet you in the darkness- rolling up my sleeves and joining you in the mud. Together, we will work together to get you free of the hole you find yourself in. Many of my clients have hit a wall with traditional talk therapy and would like to explore different approach.
(213) 466-1480 View (213) 466-1480
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Andrew Marshall Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90013  (Online Only)
Perhaps you've found yourself in a space where your needs seem to consistently take a back seat, and the essence of who you are fades into the background. If you’re experiencing the weight of chronic codependency, relational trauma, or the aftermath of narcissistic abuse, you're not alone. You're seeking a way to liberate yourself from the emotional chains that bind you to these draining dynamics. Together, in a space of understanding and empowerment, we’ll explore the intricacies of your experiences, validating your journey and guiding you toward breaking free from this cycle.
Perhaps you've found yourself in a space where your needs seem to consistently take a back seat, and the essence of who you are fades into the background. If you’re experiencing the weight of chronic codependency, relational trauma, or the aftermath of narcissistic abuse, you're not alone. You're seeking a way to liberate yourself from the emotional chains that bind you to these draining dynamics. Together, in a space of understanding and empowerment, we’ll explore the intricacies of your experiences, validating your journey and guiding you toward breaking free from this cycle.
(559) 354-2583 View (559) 354-2583
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Anjelica Cortes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, ATR-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90042
My hope is for clients to feel empowered and supported during their therapeutic journey as they explore and strengthen their relationship with themselves and others. Therapy is a collaborative journey and I will work with you to help you gain insight into your lived experiences and facilitate change while supporting your identity exploration.
My hope is for clients to feel empowered and supported during their therapeutic journey as they explore and strengthen their relationship with themselves and others. Therapy is a collaborative journey and I will work with you to help you gain insight into your lived experiences and facilitate change while supporting your identity exploration.
(323) 310-3224 View (323) 310-3224
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Tali Maouda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90064
We're all affected by our experiences and environments in one way or another, some of which have long-lasting impacts on our well-being. Confronting personal challenges takes courage and vulnerability, so it's important you feel comfortable with and trust your therapist.
We're all affected by our experiences and environments in one way or another, some of which have long-lasting impacts on our well-being. Confronting personal challenges takes courage and vulnerability, so it's important you feel comfortable with and trust your therapist.
(310) 845-6917 View (310) 845-6917
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Janna Spiegel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90067  (Online Only)
As a licensed therapist specializing in working with young adult and college-aged women, I understand the unique challenges and opportunities you face. From academic pressures and career exploration to relationship dynamics and personal growth, this stage of life can be both exciting and overwhelming. My approach is rooted in collaboration and empowerment. I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where you can openly explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Let's work together to develop the skills and self awareness needed to navigate life's transitions with confidence and resilience.
As a licensed therapist specializing in working with young adult and college-aged women, I understand the unique challenges and opportunities you face. From academic pressures and career exploration to relationship dynamics and personal growth, this stage of life can be both exciting and overwhelming. My approach is rooted in collaboration and empowerment. I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where you can openly explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Let's work together to develop the skills and self awareness needed to navigate life's transitions with confidence and resilience.
(562) 582-8603 View (562) 582-8603

Jewish Therapists

Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?

Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same background to be able to work together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of cultural forces, such as discrimination, that may contribute to that client’s concerns. With a professional who has such training, a client should feel comfortable discussing sensitive issues without feeling that they need to self-censor.

How can I recognize an effective Jewish therapist?

As with members of any religious or ethnic group, just because two people happen to be Jewish does not guarantee that they will share the same values, knowledge, or experiences. A Jewish client seeking a therapist who shares their cultural identity, or for whom it’s important that a therapist share their religious beliefs, may want to discuss a professional’s Jewish background with them before beginning therapy. For someone who seeks justification for major life changes in their religious tradition, or in biblical writings, finding a therapist who is comfortable framing guidance in that context may be especially valuable.

Would a Jewish therapist have unique training?

No, but they should have the same training and certification as any other mental health professional, as well as experience with a range of evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or mindfulness-based therapy. A therapist with this type of experience should be able to help any client feel comfortable and safe, which is essential for a therapeutic alliance. Once this is established, a potential client may want to find out more about the therapist’s Jewish background.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with Jewish clients?

A client can directly ask a therapist if they have extensive experience working with Jewish clients and if so, whether these individuals sought counseling for faith-related issues or marital or familial issues in which their Jewish background was a factor. A client may also wish to ask a potential therapist whether they incorporate Jewish teachings and values into their own professional work.

Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Jewish therapists?

The directory of Jewish therapists includes professionals who have opted to share their cultural background on their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their background, and they may not appear in search results for this reason.The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Jewish clients and/or communities.