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Grace Bindley
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265  (Online Only)
Hi there! I'm Grace Bindley, and I'm thrilled to be your partner on this journey of self-discovery and well-being. Picture this as a cozy, judgment-free space where your thoughts and feelings are not just heard but truly understood. My approach is dedicated to assisting individuals, children, couples, and families. With specialized proficiency in addressing diverse issues including anxiety, depression, phase of life transitions, and intricate family dynamics, I offer a personalized approach aimed at fostering your overall well-being. Positive change is on the horizon, and I'm genuinely excited to be a part of that journey with you.
Hi there! I'm Grace Bindley, and I'm thrilled to be your partner on this journey of self-discovery and well-being. Picture this as a cozy, judgment-free space where your thoughts and feelings are not just heard but truly understood. My approach is dedicated to assisting individuals, children, couples, and families. With specialized proficiency in addressing diverse issues including anxiety, depression, phase of life transitions, and intricate family dynamics, I offer a personalized approach aimed at fostering your overall well-being. Positive change is on the horizon, and I'm genuinely excited to be a part of that journey with you.
(310) 740-9857 View (310) 740-9857
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Dr. Jeremy Fink
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Malibu, CA 90265
I specialize in short and long term psychotherapy and psychoanalysis for individual adults, children, adolescents, parents, and couples.
I specialize in short and long term psychotherapy and psychoanalysis for individual adults, couples, children, adolescents, and parents. I am a trained psychoanalyst, a child specialist, with additional training in cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR. I focus on the importance of finding balance, vision, creativity, and meaning in one's life. From disorder and chaos comes balance and order. My clients have found my approach to mental health effective in creating long-term positive change.
I specialize in short and long term psychotherapy and psychoanalysis for individual adults, children, adolescents, parents, and couples.
I specialize in short and long term psychotherapy and psychoanalysis for individual adults, couples, children, adolescents, and parents. I am a trained psychoanalyst, a child specialist, with additional training in cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR. I focus on the importance of finding balance, vision, creativity, and meaning in one's life. From disorder and chaos comes balance and order. My clients have found my approach to mental health effective in creating long-term positive change.
(310) 906-2738 View (310) 906-2738
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Jessica L. Hupf, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265
I have special training in working with children.
I offer support to individuals, children, and families who are trying to overcome some challenge in their lives. Whether it be an individual trying to overcome depression or anxiety, or a traumatic event; a parent wanting to find ways to deal with a struggle their child is having; a teen or young adult dealing with the difficulties of life transitions or destructive behaviors; my background, clinical training and experience can provide both support, as well as clinically effective solutions to help you achieve the goals you would like to achieve in therapy.
I have special training in working with children.
I offer support to individuals, children, and families who are trying to overcome some challenge in their lives. Whether it be an individual trying to overcome depression or anxiety, or a traumatic event; a parent wanting to find ways to deal with a struggle their child is having; a teen or young adult dealing with the difficulties of life transitions or destructive behaviors; my background, clinical training and experience can provide both support, as well as clinically effective solutions to help you achieve the goals you would like to achieve in therapy.
(818) 962-2837 View (818) 962-2837
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Tara A Burnley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265
Hello, thank you for finding me on Psychology Today. Much of my work is with children, adolescents, families (parenting) and adult individuals. I have experience working with trauma, abuse, grief, loss, long term illness, anxiety, depression, ADHD and other childhood emotional disorders. I view my clients in a holistic sense, taking into consideration their symptoms, life stressors, emotional/physical developmental changes/stages, past/recent trauma(s), family dynamics, parenting styles from childhood -past/present, as well as coping skills and interpersonal relationships and support systems.
Hello, thank you for finding me on Psychology Today. Much of my work is with children, adolescents, families (parenting) and adult individuals. I have experience working with trauma, abuse, grief, loss, long term illness, anxiety, depression, ADHD and other childhood emotional disorders. I view my clients in a holistic sense, taking into consideration their symptoms, life stressors, emotional/physical developmental changes/stages, past/recent trauma(s), family dynamics, parenting styles from childhood -past/present, as well as coping skills and interpersonal relationships and support systems.
(843) 305-3819 View (843) 305-3819
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Jeffrey Titcher
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265
I treat adults, couples, families, and children. I view treatment from a developmental perspective and will meet the client wherever they exist on the life span continuum, and whenever they have difficulty negotiating the next step. I have an expertise in disorders of attachment, as well as exposure therapy for trauma, and I've trained many classes of interns and psychologists, in the treatment of these disorders utilizing neurological correlates to psychological mechanisms. My focus is on training the individual to understand his/her own process, so that dissociated material can be integrated, bringing the individual into the present moment.
I treat adults, couples, families, and children. I view treatment from a developmental perspective and will meet the client wherever they exist on the life span continuum, and whenever they have difficulty negotiating the next step. I have an expertise in disorders of attachment, as well as exposure therapy for trauma, and I've trained many classes of interns and psychologists, in the treatment of these disorders utilizing neurological correlates to psychological mechanisms. My focus is on training the individual to understand his/her own process, so that dissociated material can be integrated, bringing the individual into the present moment.
(424) 256-1790 View (424) 256-1790
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Dianne Porchia
MA, DMBM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Malibu, CA 90265
My unique approach includes somatic dialogue, inner child healing work, transforming an inner saboteur voice into an inner ally to support your goals for health, wellness, happiness, peace, relationship, professional success and spiritual connection, sacred anger work, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), meditation, heart-soul-centered communication skills.
Dianne Porchia is featured in HEAL Documentary film for her successful healing work with advance stage cancer client who remains cancer free over 5 years after diagnosis with stage IV colorectal cancer. Porchia's unique holistic approach to healing integrates the principles and practice of mind-body-heart-soul energy medicine, epigenetics, psychoneuroimmunology and heart-centered communication skills to reduce mental-emotional stress, support immune function and create and maintain successful and loving relationships through high stress life challenges such as divorce, death, loss of job, serious illness, disease and cancer.
My unique approach includes somatic dialogue, inner child healing work, transforming an inner saboteur voice into an inner ally to support your goals for health, wellness, happiness, peace, relationship, professional success and spiritual connection, sacred anger work, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), meditation, heart-soul-centered communication skills.
Dianne Porchia is featured in HEAL Documentary film for her successful healing work with advance stage cancer client who remains cancer free over 5 years after diagnosis with stage IV colorectal cancer. Porchia's unique holistic approach to healing integrates the principles and practice of mind-body-heart-soul energy medicine, epigenetics, psychoneuroimmunology and heart-centered communication skills to reduce mental-emotional stress, support immune function and create and maintain successful and loving relationships through high stress life challenges such as divorce, death, loss of job, serious illness, disease and cancer.
(310) 627-2585 View (310) 627-2585
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Georgina Kim Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Malibu, CA 90265
Smith has worked extensively with children and adolescents, adults, couples/familes, and groups.
Dr. Smith's genuine, grounded and integrated therapeutic approach allows for a connection to her clients where through modalities such as EMDR, IFS (parts work), and attachment-based talk therapy, there is a focus on insight shifting to somatic integration and actionable change, discovering and healing the core self, learning to regulate emotion and express needs in healthy ways, adapting internal dialogue, core beliefs, and reinforcing coping resources. Dr. Smith believes in building an authentic therapeutic relationship based on respect, empathy, challenge and change while creating a renewed sense of self, empowerment and hope.
Smith has worked extensively with children and adolescents, adults, couples/familes, and groups.
Dr. Smith's genuine, grounded and integrated therapeutic approach allows for a connection to her clients where through modalities such as EMDR, IFS (parts work), and attachment-based talk therapy, there is a focus on insight shifting to somatic integration and actionable change, discovering and healing the core self, learning to regulate emotion and express needs in healthy ways, adapting internal dialogue, core beliefs, and reinforcing coping resources. Dr. Smith believes in building an authentic therapeutic relationship based on respect, empathy, challenge and change while creating a renewed sense of self, empowerment and hope.
(424) 258-5793 View (424) 258-5793
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Dr. Joy Morgan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265
I'm a clinical psychologist providing counseling and evaluation/assessment services to children, teens, and adults.
When times are tough and the day-to-day feels like a struggle, it can be difficult to reach out for help. You may not know where to go or what to do to make things better. You may be telling yourself that you should be able to solve whatever you are dealing with on your own. The truth is sometimes everyone needs help. I will work with you on identifying what is bothering you, and will help guide you towards health and feeling better. You are not alone and you do not have to struggle. I'm here to help.
I'm a clinical psychologist providing counseling and evaluation/assessment services to children, teens, and adults.
When times are tough and the day-to-day feels like a struggle, it can be difficult to reach out for help. You may not know where to go or what to do to make things better. You may be telling yourself that you should be able to solve whatever you are dealing with on your own. The truth is sometimes everyone needs help. I will work with you on identifying what is bothering you, and will help guide you towards health and feeling better. You are not alone and you do not have to struggle. I'm here to help.
(805) 222-7083 View (805) 222-7083
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Nicole M Charara
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90263  (Online Only)
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am currently licensed in California and Florida. I have over 15 years of experience in providing services to children, adults, and families. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, as well as, adult anxiety, depression, infertility/pre and post partum issues, PTSD, trauma, and family relationship issues. I am also bilingual and able to conduct sessions in Spanish. I am trained in Trauma-Focused CBT and EMDR and am currently available for online therapy services only. Please see my website at www.nicolecharara.com for more information regarding my services.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am currently licensed in California and Florida. I have over 15 years of experience in providing services to children, adults, and families. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, as well as, adult anxiety, depression, infertility/pre and post partum issues, PTSD, trauma, and family relationship issues. I am also bilingual and able to conduct sessions in Spanish. I am trained in Trauma-Focused CBT and EMDR and am currently available for online therapy services only. Please see my website at www.nicolecharara.com for more information regarding my services.
(858) 707-7512 View (858) 707-7512
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Fawn Hart
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265  (Online Only)
I have worked with families, couples, individuals and children in assisting them in processing and managing trauma effects.
Most people can benefit from change and growth. I look at people or situations from a open and empathetic perspective and seek to see things through their lens. Different things propel us to do what we do, and when we can identify it and accept it, we can then CHOOSE what to do and how to respond rather then "let" things happen. Life happens, yes, but learning how to deal with it and manage it is where the beauty lies. I have 10 yrs of clinical experience, and a life time of life experience. I want to help people become the best version of themselves. I also recognize that each person is unique. Not 1 size fits all.
I have worked with families, couples, individuals and children in assisting them in processing and managing trauma effects.
Most people can benefit from change and growth. I look at people or situations from a open and empathetic perspective and seek to see things through their lens. Different things propel us to do what we do, and when we can identify it and accept it, we can then CHOOSE what to do and how to respond rather then "let" things happen. Life happens, yes, but learning how to deal with it and manage it is where the beauty lies. I have 10 yrs of clinical experience, and a life time of life experience. I want to help people become the best version of themselves. I also recognize that each person is unique. Not 1 size fits all.
(323) 991-8239 View (323) 991-8239
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Vanessa Sanchez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265  (Online Only)
My approach is empathetic and personalized, integrating inner child work, CBT, and narrative therapy using strategies toward understanding yourself better in an environment that values empathy, kindness, and authenticity.
You might be navigating difficult life transitions and feeling overwhelmed by it. As a therapist deeply committed to your well-being, I understand that seeking help can be daunting. In my practice, you’ll find a heartfelt space where we can explore life's challenges together, from coping with depression and anxiety to healing from trauma or working towards self-acceptance. My passion for therapy stems from my personal and professional experiences and the belief that everyone deserves a chance to heal and grow. By cultivating a compassionate mindset, we can embark on a journey towards not just recovery, but profound self-discovery.
My approach is empathetic and personalized, integrating inner child work, CBT, and narrative therapy using strategies toward understanding yourself better in an environment that values empathy, kindness, and authenticity.
You might be navigating difficult life transitions and feeling overwhelmed by it. As a therapist deeply committed to your well-being, I understand that seeking help can be daunting. In my practice, you’ll find a heartfelt space where we can explore life's challenges together, from coping with depression and anxiety to healing from trauma or working towards self-acceptance. My passion for therapy stems from my personal and professional experiences and the belief that everyone deserves a chance to heal and grow. By cultivating a compassionate mindset, we can embark on a journey towards not just recovery, but profound self-discovery.
(858) 365-9991 View (858) 365-9991
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Therapize Me
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Malibu, CA 90265
Are you feeling depressed, alone, or anxious? Are you struggling with an addiction? Are you tired of fighting with your partner? Do you want to heal after a break-up or divorce? Do you want to stop attracting the same partners in your life and start dating consciously? If you answered YES to any of these questions, chances are you feel frustrated, confused, and alone. The good news is that solutions do exist for you. We have helped many individuals, couples and families reach higher ground with an action-oriented approach to healing.
Are you feeling depressed, alone, or anxious? Are you struggling with an addiction? Are you tired of fighting with your partner? Do you want to heal after a break-up or divorce? Do you want to stop attracting the same partners in your life and start dating consciously? If you answered YES to any of these questions, chances are you feel frustrated, confused, and alone. The good news is that solutions do exist for you. We have helped many individuals, couples and families reach higher ground with an action-oriented approach to healing.
(323) 745-1366 View (323) 745-1366
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Linda Jordan
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, LMFT
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90263
Because our mind and body are one, I strongly believe that for you to move forward emotionally, you need to be moving physically. Walking outside, side by side, as apposed to sitting still and facing you in an office setting, naturally creates a collaborative and supportive approach to therapy. It will feel less threatening to you. Because anxiety is less, more can be accomplished in an hour session of walk and talk therapy, then during the same amount of time in and office.
Because our mind and body are one, I strongly believe that for you to move forward emotionally, you need to be moving physically. Walking outside, side by side, as apposed to sitting still and facing you in an office setting, naturally creates a collaborative and supportive approach to therapy. It will feel less threatening to you. Because anxiety is less, more can be accomplished in an hour session of walk and talk therapy, then during the same amount of time in and office.
(805) 491-4429 View (805) 491-4429
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Changing Tides Counseling & Behavioral Health LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265
At Changing Tides Counseling & Behavioral Health LLC, we’re committed to providing you and your loved ones with exceptional care in a compassionate and friendly atmosphere. Located at the National Harbor, Changing Tides Counseling & Behavioral Health LLC provides a peaceful, safe, and welcoming environment to provide client's the best individualized care. We make an effort to make sure you always feel welcome and at ease. Whether you’re coming in for individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy or for crisis care, our dedicated team of professionals have the skills and resources to manage your mental health needs.
At Changing Tides Counseling & Behavioral Health LLC, we’re committed to providing you and your loved ones with exceptional care in a compassionate and friendly atmosphere. Located at the National Harbor, Changing Tides Counseling & Behavioral Health LLC provides a peaceful, safe, and welcoming environment to provide client's the best individualized care. We make an effort to make sure you always feel welcome and at ease. Whether you’re coming in for individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy or for crisis care, our dedicated team of professionals have the skills and resources to manage your mental health needs.
(240) 724-8053 View (240) 724-8053
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Natasha Anne Freitas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265
I believe that healing, growth, and change are available to all people, regardless of their present circumstances or their past misfortune. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort and each individual is an expert on their personal experiences and goals. I seek to explore and build from each client's personal strengths to find viable solutions, enhance coping skills, and nurture the path to positive change. I believe no one is truly alone, and that feelings of loneliness can be very real and overwhelming. There is strength in reaching out for help. I seek to provide an empathetic environment of self-discovery and change.
I believe that healing, growth, and change are available to all people, regardless of their present circumstances or their past misfortune. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort and each individual is an expert on their personal experiences and goals. I seek to explore and build from each client's personal strengths to find viable solutions, enhance coping skills, and nurture the path to positive change. I believe no one is truly alone, and that feelings of loneliness can be very real and overwhelming. There is strength in reaching out for help. I seek to provide an empathetic environment of self-discovery and change.
(818) 390-9704 View (818) 390-9704
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Hannah M Rodriguez
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265
Stress/anxiety/depression has been rising rapidly. Transitions are hard, and our nervous systems are exhausted. Hannah gets that. As a Licensed Psychotherapist and Nationally Certified Counselor, Hannah incorporates her mental health degree with Yoga to implement healing on all levels. She also teaches breathwork and meditation to help her clients experience the amazing benefits of being mindful of their breath and the present moment. Hannah is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Yoga Teacher, Reiki Energy Worker, and a certified NeuroEmotional Technique practitioner. She is vegan and loves spending time in the sun and sand.
Stress/anxiety/depression has been rising rapidly. Transitions are hard, and our nervous systems are exhausted. Hannah gets that. As a Licensed Psychotherapist and Nationally Certified Counselor, Hannah incorporates her mental health degree with Yoga to implement healing on all levels. She also teaches breathwork and meditation to help her clients experience the amazing benefits of being mindful of their breath and the present moment. Hannah is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Yoga Teacher, Reiki Energy Worker, and a certified NeuroEmotional Technique practitioner. She is vegan and loves spending time in the sun and sand.
(424) 304-1711 View (424) 304-1711
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Dr. Andrea F Polard
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Malibu, CA 90265  (Online Only)
Thank you for reaching out, which is a first, brave step in finding the therapist you like -the best predictor for therapeutic success. I feel blessed in my role as a therapist and deeply love my work. My clients suffer from depression, new relational wounds, old wounds and trauma, stress, anxiety, autism, and/or LGBTQ+ related problems. Because happiness and success depend on a sense of interconnectedness, my clients often seek to improve the quality of their relationships to themselves (inner peace, self-love, mindfulness, clarity), others (e.g., partnerships, parents, friends, employers), and the universe that can seem so cold.
Thank you for reaching out, which is a first, brave step in finding the therapist you like -the best predictor for therapeutic success. I feel blessed in my role as a therapist and deeply love my work. My clients suffer from depression, new relational wounds, old wounds and trauma, stress, anxiety, autism, and/or LGBTQ+ related problems. Because happiness and success depend on a sense of interconnectedness, my clients often seek to improve the quality of their relationships to themselves (inner peace, self-love, mindfulness, clarity), others (e.g., partnerships, parents, friends, employers), and the universe that can seem so cold.
(310) 879-5949 View (310) 879-5949
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Alisa Ruby Bash
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265
Are you going through a challenging period in your life? Do you feel stuck in a situation you would like to change? Covid has triggered so much trauma this year. You are not alone. Do you struggle with anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, blocks, or insecurities? Do you wonder if there is more to life and how to find lasting peace and happiness, or balance in your life? I work with clients through traditional therapy, & a mind, body, spirit approach, including kundalini yoga, sound healing, and meditation. My goal is to help my clients find peace & create lasting change in all areas of their lives in my oceanfront Malibu office.
Are you going through a challenging period in your life? Do you feel stuck in a situation you would like to change? Covid has triggered so much trauma this year. You are not alone. Do you struggle with anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, blocks, or insecurities? Do you wonder if there is more to life and how to find lasting peace and happiness, or balance in your life? I work with clients through traditional therapy, & a mind, body, spirit approach, including kundalini yoga, sound healing, and meditation. My goal is to help my clients find peace & create lasting change in all areas of their lives in my oceanfront Malibu office.
(424) 570-1259 View (424) 570-1259
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Lydia Luna
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265
You may be going through a time in your life when it has become too complicated or overwhelming; you may be struggling with feelings of loneliness, sadness or anxiety. Maybe you feel unsatisfied with your relationships or simply need to re-evaluate your life to gain a better sense of direction. All of this is happening because it is time to re-examine and attend to yourself. Your life's journey deserves to be explored and you don't have to go through it alone. If you're interested in taking a Holistic Therapeutic Approach or exploring Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, book your consultation and let's begin your healing journey today.
You may be going through a time in your life when it has become too complicated or overwhelming; you may be struggling with feelings of loneliness, sadness or anxiety. Maybe you feel unsatisfied with your relationships or simply need to re-evaluate your life to gain a better sense of direction. All of this is happening because it is time to re-examine and attend to yourself. Your life's journey deserves to be explored and you don't have to go through it alone. If you're interested in taking a Holistic Therapeutic Approach or exploring Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, book your consultation and let's begin your healing journey today.
(747) 279-3049 View (747) 279-3049
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Ronna Hoffman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Malibu, CA 90265
I work in many ways depending on the unique situation of my clients. I find that working on both a conscious and subconscious level to be extremely precise and powerful in getting to the root of a problem, changing patterns and programming, letting go, facilitating a natural healing process, and replacing unhealthy with healthy ways of fulfilling certain needs, and achieving certain goals.
I work in many ways depending on the unique situation of my clients. I find that working on both a conscious and subconscious level to be extremely precise and powerful in getting to the root of a problem, changing patterns and programming, letting go, facilitating a natural healing process, and replacing unhealthy with healthy ways of fulfilling certain needs, and achieving certain goals.
(424) 224-9982 View (424) 224-9982
Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Malibu, CA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in Malibu build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.