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Anne Galbraith
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, ATR, CDP
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90402  (Online Only)
Whether you're dealing with burnout, stress, relationship issues, or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help.
Hi there, I'm Anne. Do you ever feel overwhelmed by all the changes life can bring? Do you struggle with complicated feelings such as sadness, anger, fear, worry, anxiety, jealousy, and guilt? Is it challenging to be kind to yourself? Would you like to feel less stressed and find a sense of well-being? I offer a compassionate approach, and together we can identify what's not working and develop skills to cultivate personal growth and resilience. I use a client-centered approach to address the needs of your mind, body, and spirit.
Whether you're dealing with burnout, stress, relationship issues, or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help.
Hi there, I'm Anne. Do you ever feel overwhelmed by all the changes life can bring? Do you struggle with complicated feelings such as sadness, anger, fear, worry, anxiety, jealousy, and guilt? Is it challenging to be kind to yourself? Would you like to feel less stressed and find a sense of well-being? I offer a compassionate approach, and together we can identify what's not working and develop skills to cultivate personal growth and resilience. I use a client-centered approach to address the needs of your mind, body, and spirit.
(323) 673-3172 View (323) 673-3172
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Maureen E Hosier
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403  (Online Only)
I work with individuals, couples, who want to know how to break the patterns of a one-person relationship.
My expertise is relationships. See, maureenehosier.com and maureenehosierphd.com. My podcasts and books provide information as to what is going on between you, that your relationship is emotionally not working. There are tools to help you both to first learn to stop the disastrous conflict that you both perpetuate. And I want to tell you both what is happening and why it is happening, in order for each of you to focus on instead, making things work for you both. You both can absolutely learn to CARE for your own self and about your partner, so things work for you both, in the same moment in time. And not have to fight and argue.
I work with individuals, couples, who want to know how to break the patterns of a one-person relationship.
My expertise is relationships. See, maureenehosier.com and maureenehosierphd.com. My podcasts and books provide information as to what is going on between you, that your relationship is emotionally not working. There are tools to help you both to first learn to stop the disastrous conflict that you both perpetuate. And I want to tell you both what is happening and why it is happening, in order for each of you to focus on instead, making things work for you both. You both can absolutely learn to CARE for your own self and about your partner, so things work for you both, in the same moment in time. And not have to fight and argue.
(310) 421-2959 View (310) 421-2959
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Carol Fred
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401
I have had over 25 years of experience helping people deal with anxiety, depression and traumatic experiences. Creating a safe, trusting relationship is the basis of productive therapy and healing. I am an empathetic listener who uses a variety of approaches to help people reach their goals.
I have had over 25 years of experience helping people deal with anxiety, depression and traumatic experiences. Creating a safe, trusting relationship is the basis of productive therapy and healing. I am an empathetic listener who uses a variety of approaches to help people reach their goals.
(310) 341-7209 View (310) 341-7209
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Andrea Marcus
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 773-0568 View (310) 773-0568
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Seva Burmaka
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Psychotherapy and counseling help people gain fresh insights into themselves, cultivate fulfilling relationships, authentically express themselves, and lead happier, more fulfilling lives. Some are looking for help in navigating depression, anxiety, life changes, relationship difficulties, or improving emotional regulation.
Psychotherapy and counseling help people gain fresh insights into themselves, cultivate fulfilling relationships, authentically express themselves, and lead happier, more fulfilling lives. Some are looking for help in navigating depression, anxiety, life changes, relationship difficulties, or improving emotional regulation.
(310) 362-9516 View (310) 362-9516
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Lisa Lichtenstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CHT, NLP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90401
I am a licensed psychotherapist (MFT) specializing in hypnosis and NLP (Neuro- Linguistic Programming). I help people live the life they dream of, which includes removing unhealthy patterns and assisting in goal achievement. I work with individuals, couples and families. In a safe and warm environment I combine psychotherapy, hypnotherapy and/or neuro-linguistic programming with emotional support and tools to transform you into your highest potential self. I am proficient in eliminating or decreasing depression, anxiety, panic attacks and fears/phobias. In addition, I work with increasing healthy self-confidence.
I am a licensed psychotherapist (MFT) specializing in hypnosis and NLP (Neuro- Linguistic Programming). I help people live the life they dream of, which includes removing unhealthy patterns and assisting in goal achievement. I work with individuals, couples and families. In a safe and warm environment I combine psychotherapy, hypnotherapy and/or neuro-linguistic programming with emotional support and tools to transform you into your highest potential self. I am proficient in eliminating or decreasing depression, anxiety, panic attacks and fears/phobias. In addition, I work with increasing healthy self-confidence.
(310) 895-9822 View (310) 895-9822
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Ildiko Tabori-Corral
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401
I combine a unique and specialized form of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) based on Choice Theory with a Family Systems approach to treatment. I view maladaptive behavioral patterns as a result of inadequate or dysfunctional life choices. I assist my clients in recognizing these patterns of behavior and encourage them to draw realistic and practical solutions to the things that are hindering growth and happiness through the choices they make in life. I work collaboratively with my clients using a "here and now" problem-solving technique and develop a treatment plan that uses psychotherapy, exercise, nutrition, and social support networks.
I combine a unique and specialized form of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) based on Choice Theory with a Family Systems approach to treatment. I view maladaptive behavioral patterns as a result of inadequate or dysfunctional life choices. I assist my clients in recognizing these patterns of behavior and encourage them to draw realistic and practical solutions to the things that are hindering growth and happiness through the choices they make in life. I work collaboratively with my clients using a "here and now" problem-solving technique and develop a treatment plan that uses psychotherapy, exercise, nutrition, and social support networks.
(310) 341-7061 View (310) 341-7061
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Paul Carter
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
My teenage clients report that I have greatly helped in reducing depression and anxiety by providing a non-judgmental space where they can explore communication challenges, self-esteem issues and work on difficulties that create a challenge in their day-to-day life. I work from an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy framework, which can help teens reframe negativity, develop long-term coping skills, and be more fully present in their lives. Clients can recognize that their thoughts and emotions do not have to get in the way of taking action toward meeting their goals and making meaningful connections.
My teenage clients report that I have greatly helped in reducing depression and anxiety by providing a non-judgmental space where they can explore communication challenges, self-esteem issues and work on difficulties that create a challenge in their day-to-day life. I work from an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy framework, which can help teens reframe negativity, develop long-term coping skills, and be more fully present in their lives. Clients can recognize that their thoughts and emotions do not have to get in the way of taking action toward meeting their goals and making meaningful connections.
(310) 620-1428 View (310) 620-1428
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Karen Savlov
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Not accepting new clients
Other specialties include anger management, depression, anxiety and relationship issues, to name only a few.
Are you having life or work related stress and anxiety that is debilitating? Are you stuck and cannot seem to move in a positive direction that gives you fulfillment? This is probably not the way you expected your life to be. Together we will look at patterns of communication that may have contributed to your present life concerns. Attachment Relational Therapy, which I practice, is an approach that helps you to tackle difficult problems in a safe environment so that you can gain the peace of mind that you are striving for.
Other specialties include anger management, depression, anxiety and relationship issues, to name only a few.
Are you having life or work related stress and anxiety that is debilitating? Are you stuck and cannot seem to move in a positive direction that gives you fulfillment? This is probably not the way you expected your life to be. Together we will look at patterns of communication that may have contributed to your present life concerns. Attachment Relational Therapy, which I practice, is an approach that helps you to tackle difficult problems in a safe environment so that you can gain the peace of mind that you are striving for.
(310) 499-2903 View (310) 499-2903
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Nakisa Choupani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Nakisa is a licensed psychotherapist and clinical supervisor at Feya Health, utilizing eclectic and holistic approaches to support clients in engaging in meaningful self discovery via effective clinical models alongside Ketamine and Oxytocin Assisted Psychotherapy. Nakisa believes in the efficacy of a holistic and client centered approach, utilizing compassion and non-judgment to guide individuals in healing and developing a strong relationship with themselves, others and their environments.
Nakisa is a licensed psychotherapist and clinical supervisor at Feya Health, utilizing eclectic and holistic approaches to support clients in engaging in meaningful self discovery via effective clinical models alongside Ketamine and Oxytocin Assisted Psychotherapy. Nakisa believes in the efficacy of a holistic and client centered approach, utilizing compassion and non-judgment to guide individuals in healing and developing a strong relationship with themselves, others and their environments.
(424) 622-0613 View (424) 622-0613
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Michelle Cohen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in helping individuals, couples and families to gain the insight to help break through the barriers of sadness, frustration, anxiety and fear. My work involves helping clients discover personal insights about why they feel the way they do in their personal and relationship patterns. I approach each client's needs and issues with respect and empathy in an objective, non-judgmental manner. We all have patterns of thoughts and behaviors that have helped us survive emotionally. It is my goal to help clients understand themselves better and resolve their problems to find the peace and happiness in their lives that they deserve.
I specialize in helping individuals, couples and families to gain the insight to help break through the barriers of sadness, frustration, anxiety and fear. My work involves helping clients discover personal insights about why they feel the way they do in their personal and relationship patterns. I approach each client's needs and issues with respect and empathy in an objective, non-judgmental manner. We all have patterns of thoughts and behaviors that have helped us survive emotionally. It is my goal to help clients understand themselves better and resolve their problems to find the peace and happiness in their lives that they deserve.
(310) 507-7469 View (310) 507-7469
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Olya Baramidze
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Are you getting overwhelmed trying to cultivate healthy relationships and a balanced life? Challenges in life and relationships often create stress and uncertainty, leaving us feeling disconnected and anxious. However, through self-compassion and mindfulness, we can find our way to feeling more connected and grounded. Imagine rediscovering that sense of calm and connection within yourself and with others. I incorporate a holistic and collaborative approach in guiding individuals and couples to process their experiences and gain skills to live a more authentic life.
Are you getting overwhelmed trying to cultivate healthy relationships and a balanced life? Challenges in life and relationships often create stress and uncertainty, leaving us feeling disconnected and anxious. However, through self-compassion and mindfulness, we can find our way to feeling more connected and grounded. Imagine rediscovering that sense of calm and connection within yourself and with others. I incorporate a holistic and collaborative approach in guiding individuals and couples to process their experiences and gain skills to live a more authentic life.
(424) 417-6179 View (424) 417-6179
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Heidi Bacani
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Are you a child, adolescent or adult having difficulty functioning at work, school, or in relationships? Sometimes a history of trauma, self defeating and limiting belief systems interfere with our ability to love, work and play. I can help when old ways of adapting to stressors no longer work. Change is necessary at the mind, body and spiritual level for adaptation to occur. We will work together through your transformation. You can learn new ways to tolerate what has been overwhelming and you can develop new, healthier coping skills to help you manage what was formerly intolerable about daily living.
Are you a child, adolescent or adult having difficulty functioning at work, school, or in relationships? Sometimes a history of trauma, self defeating and limiting belief systems interfere with our ability to love, work and play. I can help when old ways of adapting to stressors no longer work. Change is necessary at the mind, body and spiritual level for adaptation to occur. We will work together through your transformation. You can learn new ways to tolerate what has been overwhelming and you can develop new, healthier coping skills to help you manage what was formerly intolerable about daily living.
(424) 294-8972 View (424) 294-8972
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Meridian Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
(385) 398-9864 View (385) 398-9864
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Heal(Thy) Self Wellness Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403  (Online Only)
You are one step away from increasing your self-esteem, enhancing your coping and life skills, and building healthy relationships. Through compassion, empathy, and attention, I provide a safe space for you to grow. We'll work together to reach tangible goals for you, encouraging a healthier way of living!! Providing a non-judgmental environment will allow you to dig deep and examine yourself to unlearn toxic behaviors'.
You are one step away from increasing your self-esteem, enhancing your coping and life skills, and building healthy relationships. Through compassion, empathy, and attention, I provide a safe space for you to grow. We'll work together to reach tangible goals for you, encouraging a healthier way of living!! Providing a non-judgmental environment will allow you to dig deep and examine yourself to unlearn toxic behaviors'.
(213) 295-8436 View (213) 295-8436
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Carol Hansen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401
I am able to help couples identify and understand troublesome areas very quickly.
I specialize in individual and couple psychotherapy treatment, as well as children, adolescents, families, and extended families. I utilize my expertise to reduce the tensions that can easily arise in these relationships, and I work to help create the opportunity for the experience of deeper connectedness through difficult times.
I am able to help couples identify and understand troublesome areas very quickly.
I specialize in individual and couple psychotherapy treatment, as well as children, adolescents, families, and extended families. I utilize my expertise to reduce the tensions that can easily arise in these relationships, and I work to help create the opportunity for the experience of deeper connectedness through difficult times.
(909) 315-4497 View (909) 315-4497
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Monisha Brewer: Couples - Teens - Parents
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
I believe that relationships are truly the foundation of our well-being, which means that improving the quality of our relationships is of the utmost importance. Whether you are a couple who want to improve your communication, or a parent and teenager who just can't seem to connect, I am here to help you achieve the type of relationship you have been desperate to build. We will work together to improve even the rockiest of relationships by deepening connections and building necessary skills.
I believe that relationships are truly the foundation of our well-being, which means that improving the quality of our relationships is of the utmost importance. Whether you are a couple who want to improve your communication, or a parent and teenager who just can't seem to connect, I am here to help you achieve the type of relationship you have been desperate to build. We will work together to improve even the rockiest of relationships by deepening connections and building necessary skills.
(424) 781-1401 View (424) 781-1401
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Alice Kuhns
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
My therapeutic style is eclectic and collaborative, meaning I attune to your specific needs and goals, and together we can build a safe relationship.
Does it feel like something is off in your life? Maybe you have reached major milestones, or find yourself overachieving, but still question your sense of self and self-worth. Sometimes our past experiences are influencing the way that we relate to ourselves, and others. If you are curious to make those connections, and create new ones, I can help.
My therapeutic style is eclectic and collaborative, meaning I attune to your specific needs and goals, and together we can build a safe relationship.
Does it feel like something is off in your life? Maybe you have reached major milestones, or find yourself overachieving, but still question your sense of self and self-worth. Sometimes our past experiences are influencing the way that we relate to ourselves, and others. If you are curious to make those connections, and create new ones, I can help.
(310) 742-9396 View (310) 742-9396
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Vicki Underwood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90401
I have worked with various populations and issues, including forensics, sexual abuse, domestic violence, trauma, transgender, gay & lesbian, adolescents, crisis, self-harming behaviors, couples & families.
We all struggle at times and our struggles are our own, do not compare what may feel catastrophic to you to what others are dealing with. I have been practicing for 12 years and revolve my practice around person-centered therapy; non-judgment, genuineness & positive regard. I will accept you for who you are and we will start where you are. My goal is to help you reach your goals. I find that humor, compassion, and authenticity allow my clients to feel comfortable and progress at the same time. Since 2010, I have provided intensive therapy at institutional, residential, and outpatient levels of care for adults and adolescents.
I have worked with various populations and issues, including forensics, sexual abuse, domestic violence, trauma, transgender, gay & lesbian, adolescents, crisis, self-harming behaviors, couples & families.
We all struggle at times and our struggles are our own, do not compare what may feel catastrophic to you to what others are dealing with. I have been practicing for 12 years and revolve my practice around person-centered therapy; non-judgment, genuineness & positive regard. I will accept you for who you are and we will start where you are. My goal is to help you reach your goals. I find that humor, compassion, and authenticity allow my clients to feel comfortable and progress at the same time. Since 2010, I have provided intensive therapy at institutional, residential, and outpatient levels of care for adults and adolescents.
(661) 215-6319 View (661) 215-6319
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Pacific Marriage & Family Therapy Network
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Our wide variety of specialties includes Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Panic Attacks, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Child and Teen Behaviors, Family Issues, Couples, Divorce, Co-parenting, Communication, Dating, Life Transitions, LGBTQIA+, Racial/Ethnic Identity, and clinicians who are trained in EMDR, CBT, IFS, ERP, ACT, and Brain Spotting.
Pacific MFT Network is a group of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists. Our mission is to empower you to live the life you want. We do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to participation. Additional benefits to working with us include a unique concierge billing service and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekdays, weekends, day and evening appointments are available). We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
Our wide variety of specialties includes Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Panic Attacks, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Child and Teen Behaviors, Family Issues, Couples, Divorce, Co-parenting, Communication, Dating, Life Transitions, LGBTQIA+, Racial/Ethnic Identity, and clinicians who are trained in EMDR, CBT, IFS, ERP, ACT, and Brain Spotting.
Pacific MFT Network is a group of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists. Our mission is to empower you to live the life you want. We do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to participation. Additional benefits to working with us include a unique concierge billing service and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekdays, weekends, day and evening appointments are available). We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
(424) 246-2494 View (424) 246-2494

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Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.