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Darlene Lancer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, JD, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90402  (Online Only)
Relationships bring happiness, but also create longing and loneliness. They can preoccupy us and destroy our sense of safety and self-respect. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, afraid, or lost, or are unable to decide about staying or leaving, have irresolvable conflicts, unmet needs, or feel devalued, I can help - also if you seek guidance with codependency, trauma, communication, intimacy or self-esteem. You'll gain awareness in your first session and quickly see changes in handling emotions, conflict, and boundaries. Whether seeking individual or couple counseling, you'll find solutions, empower, and an improved sense of well-being
Relationships bring happiness, but also create longing and loneliness. They can preoccupy us and destroy our sense of safety and self-respect. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, afraid, or lost, or are unable to decide about staying or leaving, have irresolvable conflicts, unmet needs, or feel devalued, I can help - also if you seek guidance with codependency, trauma, communication, intimacy or self-esteem. You'll gain awareness in your first session and quickly see changes in handling emotions, conflict, and boundaries. Whether seeking individual or couple counseling, you'll find solutions, empower, and an improved sense of well-being
(310) 421-8996 View (310) 421-8996
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Marili Arellano Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401  (Online Only)
My mission is to empower individuals, couples, and families that I work with. Helping you build meaningful connections to yourselves, others, and the world is part of that mission. I commend you for taking the first step today by searching for a new therapist. Today is the day you can begin your journey to self-empowerment and self-growth. I am a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Clinical Counselor. I work with adults, couples, families, adolescents and children. My style of therapy is client-centered and humanistic, you and your needs are always the main priority.
My mission is to empower individuals, couples, and families that I work with. Helping you build meaningful connections to yourselves, others, and the world is part of that mission. I commend you for taking the first step today by searching for a new therapist. Today is the day you can begin your journey to self-empowerment and self-growth. I am a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Clinical Counselor. I work with adults, couples, families, adolescents and children. My style of therapy is client-centered and humanistic, you and your needs are always the main priority.
(310) 421-2408 View (310) 421-2408
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Su Fern Khoo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My work as a therapist is focused on accompanying individuals (18 years+) and couples through their struggles with life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and unprocessed trauma or difficult childhood experiences. Improving your quality of life is my goal. I know that feeling heard, seen, understood, and connected to someone you trust in a safe and non-judgmental space is essential for the process of healing, finding new direction and making healthy long-lasting changes.
My work as a therapist is focused on accompanying individuals (18 years+) and couples through their struggles with life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and unprocessed trauma or difficult childhood experiences. Improving your quality of life is my goal. I know that feeling heard, seen, understood, and connected to someone you trust in a safe and non-judgmental space is essential for the process of healing, finding new direction and making healthy long-lasting changes.
(310) 254-9671 View (310) 254-9671
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Jamie Feldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Are you looking for a safe place where you can access and explore your emotions without shame or judgment? Are you feeling frustrated, stuck or disappointed with the quality of your life? I can help you learn how to access your inner wisdom, build and bolster resiliency and connect more effectively with yourself and others.
Are you looking for a safe place where you can access and explore your emotions without shame or judgment? Are you feeling frustrated, stuck or disappointed with the quality of your life? I can help you learn how to access your inner wisdom, build and bolster resiliency and connect more effectively with yourself and others.
(805) 669-9917 View (805) 669-9917
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Andrew Saunders
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
I help people navigate the big choices in life, confront issues like depression and anxiety, and face down bigger problems like addiction or unresolved trauma. Maybe you sense something isn’t quite right — your job, your marriage, your personal relationships and want to get “back on track.” Together we can face difficult choices, move through the stages of change, and help you recover a sense of personal integrity. I work with couples, individuals, and sometimes families to improve communication, explore values, and address underlying issues which may be a source of conflict.
I help people navigate the big choices in life, confront issues like depression and anxiety, and face down bigger problems like addiction or unresolved trauma. Maybe you sense something isn’t quite right — your job, your marriage, your personal relationships and want to get “back on track.” Together we can face difficult choices, move through the stages of change, and help you recover a sense of personal integrity. I work with couples, individuals, and sometimes families to improve communication, explore values, and address underlying issues which may be a source of conflict.
(310) 928-9375 View (310) 928-9375
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Arayeh Norouzi
PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Greetings with love! I'm Dr. Arayeh. I have a Ph.D. in psychology, and I am a joyful living coach in personal healing, relationships, conscious parenting, and corporate mindfulness training. I am also the bestselling author of The Art of Living in Joy: Five Practical Steps to Transform Life Challenges into Joy and Harmony, featured in the Monterey Herald Newspaper. I combine science with heart-based tools to empower you to transform anger, anxiety, grief, overwhelm, or procrastination into joy, growth, and productivity and build harmonious relationships at home and work.
Greetings with love! I'm Dr. Arayeh. I have a Ph.D. in psychology, and I am a joyful living coach in personal healing, relationships, conscious parenting, and corporate mindfulness training. I am also the bestselling author of The Art of Living in Joy: Five Practical Steps to Transform Life Challenges into Joy and Harmony, featured in the Monterey Herald Newspaper. I combine science with heart-based tools to empower you to transform anger, anxiety, grief, overwhelm, or procrastination into joy, growth, and productivity and build harmonious relationships at home and work.
(831) 228-6032 View (831) 228-6032
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Premarital Counseling Woodland Hills
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Hello & welcome! Need a calm and knowledgeable Therapist to guide you through your PreMarital Counseling? I have 30 yrs exp helping engaged or ready to get engaged Couples lock in the best ways to communicate, solve problems together & manage differences that may happen before or after the wedding. My goal is to give you the tools that you need to create and maintain a resilient marriage. Exclusive discount on video sessions to make your life a little easier. Pre-Paid Package deals are available on my website.
Hello & welcome! Need a calm and knowledgeable Therapist to guide you through your PreMarital Counseling? I have 30 yrs exp helping engaged or ready to get engaged Couples lock in the best ways to communicate, solve problems together & manage differences that may happen before or after the wedding. My goal is to give you the tools that you need to create and maintain a resilient marriage. Exclusive discount on video sessions to make your life a little easier. Pre-Paid Package deals are available on my website.
(424) 344-4076 View (424) 344-4076
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Susan J Buchanan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401
In my work with individuals and couples, I seek to provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which individual and relational issues can be explored. In this environment, challenges become opportunities for growth. I use a psychodynamic approach to explore what is occurring in one's life and/or relationship in the present, what occurred in one's past which influences the way one views him or herself in the present, and what may be going on at an unconscious level which impacts one's choices, behaviors, and beliefs about self and other.
In my work with individuals and couples, I seek to provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which individual and relational issues can be explored. In this environment, challenges become opportunities for growth. I use a psychodynamic approach to explore what is occurring in one's life and/or relationship in the present, what occurred in one's past which influences the way one views him or herself in the present, and what may be going on at an unconscious level which impacts one's choices, behaviors, and beliefs about self and other.
(424) 221-5979 View (424) 221-5979
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Kara Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405  (Online Only)
I believe that everyone is doing the best they can with the skills they have at the time. If you feel like the ways you are coping aren't working well enough anymore or that difficult emotions are getting in the way, let's talk. As a therapist, I want to meet you where you are and at the same time empower you to make changes that will reduce suffering and increase fulfillment. It is important to me to understand your world and help you create a life worth living. I use a balance of compassionate, nonjudgmental support and straightforward feedback, helping you gain more tools to cope with life on life's terms.
I believe that everyone is doing the best they can with the skills they have at the time. If you feel like the ways you are coping aren't working well enough anymore or that difficult emotions are getting in the way, let's talk. As a therapist, I want to meet you where you are and at the same time empower you to make changes that will reduce suffering and increase fulfillment. It is important to me to understand your world and help you create a life worth living. I use a balance of compassionate, nonjudgmental support and straightforward feedback, helping you gain more tools to cope with life on life's terms.
(310) 340-2099 View (310) 340-2099
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Ella Begelfor
Marriage & Family Therapist, CHT, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401
I am a bilingual (English/Russian) Marriage and Family Therapist. My philosophy focuses on helping people to regain their mental health, recapture peace and attain emotional stability. I use the wisdom of ancient traditions as well as the mastery of prominent psychologists, philosophers, and spiritual leaders. These teachings support my work in revealing the inner workings of the mind-body-emotion balance of my clients. I help people to understand their thoughts and emotions, enabling them to recognize their behavioral patterns. Once these patterns are identified, clients are given the tools to be their own healers.
I am a bilingual (English/Russian) Marriage and Family Therapist. My philosophy focuses on helping people to regain their mental health, recapture peace and attain emotional stability. I use the wisdom of ancient traditions as well as the mastery of prominent psychologists, philosophers, and spiritual leaders. These teachings support my work in revealing the inner workings of the mind-body-emotion balance of my clients. I help people to understand their thoughts and emotions, enabling them to recognize their behavioral patterns. Once these patterns are identified, clients are given the tools to be their own healers.
(818) 293-5938 View (818) 293-5938
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Star Rose Bond, Trauma Specialist - LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Seasoned trauma specialist & psychotherapist dedicated to co-creating a meaningful healing journey for individuals and couples who are feeling stuck, lost and trapped in dysfunctional patterns. I offer a variety of different modalities including Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to aid in the recovery of many common mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, addiction, etc. Additionally, I am committed to providing innovative programing as well as a practical skillset, specially designed to address personal limitations that often manifest in low self-esteem, relationship challenges and declined mental health.
Seasoned trauma specialist & psychotherapist dedicated to co-creating a meaningful healing journey for individuals and couples who are feeling stuck, lost and trapped in dysfunctional patterns. I offer a variety of different modalities including Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to aid in the recovery of many common mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, addiction, etc. Additionally, I am committed to providing innovative programing as well as a practical skillset, specially designed to address personal limitations that often manifest in low self-esteem, relationship challenges and declined mental health.
(828) 373-8526 View (828) 373-8526
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Cheri Y. Eads, M.A., LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90403  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You are valuable and have hope to overcome whatever the reasons are that brought you here. Working with anger, anxiety, mood disorders, depression, anxiety-driven anger, major life adjustment issues, relational conflict, trauma, major depression, stress, PTSD, grief, communication are some my specialties. Does alleviating the barriers that are making it challenging for you to live your life the way you desire speak to you? There's hope! Therapy modalities used are CBT, Solutions-Focused, Psychodynamic & Rogerian. While creating a safe space of courage, we will set achievable goals to break through and find relief and hope!
You are valuable and have hope to overcome whatever the reasons are that brought you here. Working with anger, anxiety, mood disorders, depression, anxiety-driven anger, major life adjustment issues, relational conflict, trauma, major depression, stress, PTSD, grief, communication are some my specialties. Does alleviating the barriers that are making it challenging for you to live your life the way you desire speak to you? There's hope! Therapy modalities used are CBT, Solutions-Focused, Psychodynamic & Rogerian. While creating a safe space of courage, we will set achievable goals to break through and find relief and hope!
(562) 526-6206 View (562) 526-6206
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Janet Croteau
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY: You are one of a kind. There has never been anyone like you and never will be again. Therapy is a place where you have the opportunity to know yourself in a deep and intimate way. The journey towards wholeness begins with embracing (and discovering) our many and often rejected parts that comprise our authentic self. Wounds, triggers and defenses exist for a reason and represent the internal maps that lead to healing. COUPLES THERAPY: Relationships are the path to knowing who we are and I believe that what needs to be healed presents itself through the struggles and dynamics that get activated in partnership.
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY: You are one of a kind. There has never been anyone like you and never will be again. Therapy is a place where you have the opportunity to know yourself in a deep and intimate way. The journey towards wholeness begins with embracing (and discovering) our many and often rejected parts that comprise our authentic self. Wounds, triggers and defenses exist for a reason and represent the internal maps that lead to healing. COUPLES THERAPY: Relationships are the path to knowing who we are and I believe that what needs to be healed presents itself through the struggles and dynamics that get activated in partnership.
(831) 346-1958 View (831) 346-1958
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Judy Huang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90402  (Online Only)
Change can be rewarding, even exciting, when undertaken with the right support. In these uncertain times, I am committed to providing calming, nourishing help. I am warm, collaborative, understanding, and real. Let's connect so you can tap into greater ease, clarity, and connection.
Change can be rewarding, even exciting, when undertaken with the right support. In these uncertain times, I am committed to providing calming, nourishing help. I am warm, collaborative, understanding, and real. Let's connect so you can tap into greater ease, clarity, and connection.
(669) 305-6879 View (669) 305-6879
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Rhoda Pregerson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Are you ready for change? Are you fed up with: struggling to get out of bed in the morning, fighting anxiety and worry, being disappointed in relationships, feeling a inner emptiness, struggling with body image, sexuality, health issues. Have you been in therapy that hasn't produced change? My help can make a difference.
Are you ready for change? Are you fed up with: struggling to get out of bed in the morning, fighting anxiety and worry, being disappointed in relationships, feeling a inner emptiness, struggling with body image, sexuality, health issues. Have you been in therapy that hasn't produced change? My help can make a difference.
(310) 895-9566 View (310) 895-9566
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Sheherezad Shashaani
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403  (Online Only)
Is life too stressful for you? Is your relationship suffering? Do you feel depressed, anxious, or angry due to individual, relationship, family or career issues? Are you concerned about achieving your goals, and wonder about meaning of your life? Has this affected your self esteem and hope for resolving your issues? If so, you will find me compassionate, understanding, comfortable and safe in helping you connect to the strength within you. Together we will work to bring about healing and improve the quality of your life. I am a Jungian oriented psychotherapist specializing in working with individuals, couples, and children.
Is life too stressful for you? Is your relationship suffering? Do you feel depressed, anxious, or angry due to individual, relationship, family or career issues? Are you concerned about achieving your goals, and wonder about meaning of your life? Has this affected your self esteem and hope for resolving your issues? If so, you will find me compassionate, understanding, comfortable and safe in helping you connect to the strength within you. Together we will work to bring about healing and improve the quality of your life. I am a Jungian oriented psychotherapist specializing in working with individuals, couples, and children.
(424) 329-6941 View (424) 329-6941
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Jeffrey Marsh
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Thirty eight years ago my 3-year-old-middle son was asked, "What does your Daddy do?" He smiled and answered, "He helps people find their feelings." I still do. I work with individuals, couples and families across the life span (but not with children younger than 13). I facilitate change through dialogue and the existential process of defining life through purposeful, authentic, and clearly authored choi
Thirty eight years ago my 3-year-old-middle son was asked, "What does your Daddy do?" He smiled and answered, "He helps people find their feelings." I still do. I work with individuals, couples and families across the life span (but not with children younger than 13). I facilitate change through dialogue and the existential process of defining life through purposeful, authentic, and clearly authored choi
(424) 400-7795 View (424) 400-7795
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Rachel Beth Hott
Psychologist, MMT, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90402
I have been working with clients for over 30 years combining my NLP/Hypnosis/Dance Movement Therapy and traditional Clinical Psychology training. My orientation is short term solution focussed. When a client comes for a session we identify their goals and determine what technique(s) would be most helpful. My clients will often say that they have received lifelong tools and have new perspectives and breakthroughs with themselves and their relationships.
I have been working with clients for over 30 years combining my NLP/Hypnosis/Dance Movement Therapy and traditional Clinical Psychology training. My orientation is short term solution focussed. When a client comes for a session we identify their goals and determine what technique(s) would be most helpful. My clients will often say that they have received lifelong tools and have new perspectives and breakthroughs with themselves and their relationships.
(646) 762-0183 View (646) 762-0183
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Erin Valente
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90401
My job as a therapist is to fill my bag full of tools to offer you, in order to help facilitate the growth and healing you desire. Whether it is Ketamine Assisted Therapy, EMDR, or mindfulness, there is a path to healing for everyone. Life challenges can cause us to lose touch with our inner voice and leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves. I help individuals and couples to reconnect to that inner voice that guides you towards what you want, what you believe is right, and towards any healing that may need to be done.
My job as a therapist is to fill my bag full of tools to offer you, in order to help facilitate the growth and healing you desire. Whether it is Ketamine Assisted Therapy, EMDR, or mindfulness, there is a path to healing for everyone. Life challenges can cause us to lose touch with our inner voice and leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves. I help individuals and couples to reconnect to that inner voice that guides you towards what you want, what you believe is right, and towards any healing that may need to be done.
(310) 773-0393 View (310) 773-0393
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Yasmin Velasco
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Stress, anxiety, depression, and grief are part of life, but when they interfere with your relationships, education, career, or other daily functions, it may be time to seek support. Taking the step to seek help and invest in your mental well-being is one that will increase awareness, challenge you, and promote growth. As your therapist, I will accompany you through this journey and meet you where you are by providing a safe and supportive environment where we can navigate life's challenges.
Stress, anxiety, depression, and grief are part of life, but when they interfere with your relationships, education, career, or other daily functions, it may be time to seek support. Taking the step to seek help and invest in your mental well-being is one that will increase awareness, challenge you, and promote growth. As your therapist, I will accompany you through this journey and meet you where you are by providing a safe and supportive environment where we can navigate life's challenges.
(626) 790-1184 View (626) 790-1184

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Spirituality Therapists

What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?

Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.

What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?

There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.

Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?

Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.

How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?

​​Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.