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Steven Bradshaw
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SEP, CGP, MA
Verified Verified
18 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
I work with high-potential, creative and sensitive beings, who may feel stuck and burned out. I've discovered personally how somatic therapy revitalizes the organism and resolves psychological and health issues at the source. In particular it can shift anxiety, chronic pain, depression, loneliness, and imposter syndrome. It works to restore the nervous system to a state of healthy regulation, energy, flow and feeling at home in your body. This provides a foundation of authentic self-esteem that becomes the basis for a meaningful career and a network of healthy relationships—a life that feels great on the inside.
I work with high-potential, creative and sensitive beings, who may feel stuck and burned out. I've discovered personally how somatic therapy revitalizes the organism and resolves psychological and health issues at the source. In particular it can shift anxiety, chronic pain, depression, loneliness, and imposter syndrome. It works to restore the nervous system to a state of healthy regulation, energy, flow and feeling at home in your body. This provides a foundation of authentic self-esteem that becomes the basis for a meaningful career and a network of healthy relationships—a life that feels great on the inside.
(424) 378-5336 View (424) 378-5336
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Rozita Aslemand
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
We are each born with the capacity to live a full, joyous and productive life. Through the natural events of our less than perfect world, this capacity is diminished. In some way we know that this is possible and at the same time realize that we are limited. The area of limitation may be in our relationship to ourselves - somehow being unable to experience compassion or appreciation for our own beings. These limitations create pain and unnecessary suffering. Just as we have the capacity for living full and productive lives, I believe that we all have the capacity for healing.
We are each born with the capacity to live a full, joyous and productive life. Through the natural events of our less than perfect world, this capacity is diminished. In some way we know that this is possible and at the same time realize that we are limited. The area of limitation may be in our relationship to ourselves - somehow being unable to experience compassion or appreciation for our own beings. These limitations create pain and unnecessary suffering. Just as we have the capacity for living full and productive lives, I believe that we all have the capacity for healing.
(747) 223-8656 View (747) 223-8656
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Cherie Harper
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025  (Online Only)
rowing up I witnessed close family members and friends who suffered from a mental illness have difficulty receiving the help they so desperately needed. This has not only motivated me but has inspired me to advocate at the forefront for all those who are underserved and disadvantaged. I use a person centered, recovery, and integrative approach in treatment, I believe in meeting a person where they are at in life. My approach is different in that I believe that a person can recover from mental illness and learn to manage their lives fully and recognize when they are experiencing a mental health crisis.
rowing up I witnessed close family members and friends who suffered from a mental illness have difficulty receiving the help they so desperately needed. This has not only motivated me but has inspired me to advocate at the forefront for all those who are underserved and disadvantaged. I use a person centered, recovery, and integrative approach in treatment, I believe in meeting a person where they are at in life. My approach is different in that I believe that a person can recover from mental illness and learn to manage their lives fully and recognize when they are experiencing a mental health crisis.
(424) 999-7606 View (424) 999-7606
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Kevin Kunkel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
The first steps to beginning therapy can seem hard. I want you to have hope, that If you are feeling stuck in unhealthy feelings or thoughts or needing support through stressful life events, there are effective holistic strategies for finding relief and bringing you back into balance. Trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, grieving are all experiences of the body as much as the mind, and effective therapy should integrate both. Through a compassionate, accepting relationship and an innovative somatic approach, I have found success in guiding clients to find relief of their symptoms and struggles in their body, mind, and hearts.
The first steps to beginning therapy can seem hard. I want you to have hope, that If you are feeling stuck in unhealthy feelings or thoughts or needing support through stressful life events, there are effective holistic strategies for finding relief and bringing you back into balance. Trauma, anxiety, depression, anger, grieving are all experiences of the body as much as the mind, and effective therapy should integrate both. Through a compassionate, accepting relationship and an innovative somatic approach, I have found success in guiding clients to find relief of their symptoms and struggles in their body, mind, and hearts.
(424) 269-7337 View (424) 269-7337
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Susana Garcia-Guzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025  (Online Only)
Hola! I'm Susana a first generation Latina, bilingual, (Spanish & English) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. First, I'd like to acknowledge the courage it takes to start your therapy journey you made it to the first step! Starting therapy can feel nerve wracking, but you won't be alone. You will be welcomed, seen and heard in a safe space. I have worked with youth, parents and young adults for over 9 years and have been practicing as a therapist for the last 5 years, helping clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, and several other needs.
Hola! I'm Susana a first generation Latina, bilingual, (Spanish & English) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. First, I'd like to acknowledge the courage it takes to start your therapy journey you made it to the first step! Starting therapy can feel nerve wracking, but you won't be alone. You will be welcomed, seen and heard in a safe space. I have worked with youth, parents and young adults for over 9 years and have been practicing as a therapist for the last 5 years, helping clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, and several other needs.
(909) 403-5289 View (909) 403-5289
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Armin Baier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
I am a psychotherapist for individuals and couples who have a variety of psychiatric conditions and life concerns. I work primarily face-to-face from my office in the Brentwood area of Los Angeles; I also provide therapy by telephone and Skype with clients in California and New York. Gestalt therapy training has formed the basis of my practice, with special emphasis on the experiential, experimental and existential nature of psychotherapy.
I am a psychotherapist for individuals and couples who have a variety of psychiatric conditions and life concerns. I work primarily face-to-face from my office in the Brentwood area of Los Angeles; I also provide therapy by telephone and Skype with clients in California and New York. Gestalt therapy training has formed the basis of my practice, with special emphasis on the experiential, experimental and existential nature of psychotherapy.
(917) 551-5403 View (917) 551-5403
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Lee Miller. Individuals. Couples. Divorce.
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
Happiness in life is dependent upon relationships - the relationship with yourself, your partner, your children - and the other significant, albeit difficult, people in your life. The bulk of my practice has focused on this very specialized area of interacting with other people. Whether doing discernment counseling with a couple contemplating divorce, working with couples to discuss and workout seemingly intractable issues----as well as mediation services for divorcing couples, relationships are the foundation of contentment and I have experienced a great deal of success with clients in this area.
Happiness in life is dependent upon relationships - the relationship with yourself, your partner, your children - and the other significant, albeit difficult, people in your life. The bulk of my practice has focused on this very specialized area of interacting with other people. Whether doing discernment counseling with a couple contemplating divorce, working with couples to discuss and workout seemingly intractable issues----as well as mediation services for divorcing couples, relationships are the foundation of contentment and I have experienced a great deal of success with clients in this area.
(310) 439-5091 View (310) 439-5091
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Marriage Counseling Woodland Hills
Marriage & Family Therapist, PHD , LMFT, CPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
You'll feel emotional relief knowing that you have an experienced Couples Therapist working with you to generate positive results for your relationship.
30 years providing... Couples Therapy... Marriage Counseling.... PreMarital Counseling. When good love slides into bad patterns I can help you communicate, reduce anger & improve intimacy. It's frustrating when love gets out of sync. Learn how to diffuse resentments, lower tensions & solve problems together more smoothly. Need to rejuvenate your connection? We'll work together as you reduce arguments, increase cooperation & stop power struggles. Sessions are a safe, neutral atmosphere designed to reduce your stress & distractions, allowing you to focus on what's important to you & your partner.
You'll feel emotional relief knowing that you have an experienced Couples Therapist working with you to generate positive results for your relationship.
30 years providing... Couples Therapy... Marriage Counseling.... PreMarital Counseling. When good love slides into bad patterns I can help you communicate, reduce anger & improve intimacy. It's frustrating when love gets out of sync. Learn how to diffuse resentments, lower tensions & solve problems together more smoothly. Need to rejuvenate your connection? We'll work together as you reduce arguments, increase cooperation & stop power struggles. Sessions are a safe, neutral atmosphere designed to reduce your stress & distractions, allowing you to focus on what's important to you & your partner.
(310) 281-3051 View (310) 281-3051
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Marilyn McCabe Seeman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
I am a licensed psychologist and health service provider in private practice and work with individuals, couples, groups, and families. I specialize in grief, traumatic experience, anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, and also enjoy working with issues of creativity and optimal self development over the lifespan. I practice from an integrative perspective that includes psychoanalytic, humanistic, and experiential approaches. My book, The Paradox of Loss: Toward a Relational Theory of Grief, describes my nonlinear, non-pathologizing, and relational understanding of grief. I am offering four groups this coming year: Recent Bereavement; Longer-Term Grief; Creative Writing and Loss; and Enhancing Communication and Connection for Improved Functioning.
I am a licensed psychologist and health service provider in private practice and work with individuals, couples, groups, and families. I specialize in grief, traumatic experience, anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, and also enjoy working with issues of creativity and optimal self development over the lifespan. I practice from an integrative perspective that includes psychoanalytic, humanistic, and experiential approaches. My book, The Paradox of Loss: Toward a Relational Theory of Grief, describes my nonlinear, non-pathologizing, and relational understanding of grief. I am offering four groups this coming year: Recent Bereavement; Longer-Term Grief; Creative Writing and Loss; and Enhancing Communication and Connection for Improved Functioning.
(424) 320-5916 View (424) 320-5916
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Eye4Peace Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
Hello and warm welcome to Eye4Peace Therapy Services. My name is Tracy and I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist with several years of experience working with children, families, and couples.
Hello and warm welcome to Eye4Peace Therapy Services. My name is Tracy and I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist with several years of experience working with children, families, and couples.
(323) 433-6815 View (323) 433-6815
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Dr. Samantha Schlossmann Psy.d
Psychologist, PsyD, SEP
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
Are you suffering from unresolved grief and loss, stress, addiction, anxiety or depression? I can help. I specialize in the treatment of trauma for adults, adolescents and children. We will work together to create a therapeutic space where we can assess your challenges and find creative resolution to your problems. You don't have to do it alone. My approach is to provide a safe nurturing and empathetic environment while supporting you to uncover your own natural resilience. I will help you connect with your innate ability to heal, develop skills to reduce your negative symptoms, and live a full and authentic life.
Are you suffering from unresolved grief and loss, stress, addiction, anxiety or depression? I can help. I specialize in the treatment of trauma for adults, adolescents and children. We will work together to create a therapeutic space where we can assess your challenges and find creative resolution to your problems. You don't have to do it alone. My approach is to provide a safe nurturing and empathetic environment while supporting you to uncover your own natural resilience. I will help you connect with your innate ability to heal, develop skills to reduce your negative symptoms, and live a full and authentic life.
(424) 358-3098 View (424) 358-3098
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Michelle Cohen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025  (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 x1 View (310) 507-7469 x1
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Hillary Howard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
I enjoy working with college students of from all backgrounds, but my main areas of focus are: Student Athletes-It's hard to balance academics and a personal life while being a college athlete. I will help you manage your emotions both in season and throughout the year. I often use skills based therapy to help you gain confidence and manage any teammate or other struggles. I offer flexible scheduling when you are in season. I have worked with athletes from many sports and often find that depression and anxiety can be heightened when managing a demanding practice and game schedule. I'll help you get the support you need and deserve.
I enjoy working with college students of from all backgrounds, but my main areas of focus are: Student Athletes-It's hard to balance academics and a personal life while being a college athlete. I will help you manage your emotions both in season and throughout the year. I often use skills based therapy to help you gain confidence and manage any teammate or other struggles. I offer flexible scheduling when you are in season. I have worked with athletes from many sports and often find that depression and anxiety can be heightened when managing a demanding practice and game schedule. I'll help you get the support you need and deserve.
(714) 970-4253 View (714) 970-4253
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Transform Therapy Services
Psychologist
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025  (Online Only)
Transform Therapy Services offers Virtual Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy for Embodied Trauma Recovery throughout California.
Transform Therapy Services offers Virtual Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy for Embodied Trauma Recovery throughout California.
(424) 625-7538 View (424) 625-7538
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Julie Hewett
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
I am an integrative psychologist with expertise in psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, & gestalt approaches. I believe in empowering others to honestly get to know themselves & clarify their needs so they can make choices that enhance relationships & bring them closer to their goals. I work with children & adults with past traumatic experiences, interpersonal difficulties, anxiety, & depression. I conduct comprehensive psychological testing to address questions related to Giftedness, ADHD, Mood/Personality, Learning Challenges/Need for Accommodations, Intellectual Ability, Learning/Memory, Attention/Executive Functioning, Etc.
I am an integrative psychologist with expertise in psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, & gestalt approaches. I believe in empowering others to honestly get to know themselves & clarify their needs so they can make choices that enhance relationships & bring them closer to their goals. I work with children & adults with past traumatic experiences, interpersonal difficulties, anxiety, & depression. I conduct comprehensive psychological testing to address questions related to Giftedness, ADHD, Mood/Personality, Learning Challenges/Need for Accommodations, Intellectual Ability, Learning/Memory, Attention/Executive Functioning, Etc.
(424) 365-8185 View (424) 365-8185
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Faria Alamkhel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025  (Online Only)
I believe that every human being has an inner wisdom, and I use evidence and strengths-based approaches to help us tap into your inherent ability to heal, thrive, and live with inner peace. As part of my approach, I seek to gently uncover the thoughts, feelings, and dynamics that may keep you stuck in some aspect of your life. I believe in the mind-body connection and honor a holistic approach to your healing journey.
I believe that every human being has an inner wisdom, and I use evidence and strengths-based approaches to help us tap into your inherent ability to heal, thrive, and live with inner peace. As part of my approach, I seek to gently uncover the thoughts, feelings, and dynamics that may keep you stuck in some aspect of your life. I believe in the mind-body connection and honor a holistic approach to your healing journey.
(209) 439-5224 View (209) 439-5224
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Michael Pierce
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
My extensive experience as a personal growth facilitator and therapist has allowed me to engage with myriad individuals, couples and groups.
Are you facing challenges or maybe a choice-point in your life and looking for support? Are you interested in exploring those challenges and changes?
My extensive experience as a personal growth facilitator and therapist has allowed me to engage with myriad individuals, couples and groups.
Are you facing challenges or maybe a choice-point in your life and looking for support? Are you interested in exploring those challenges and changes?
(424) 401-3852 View (424) 401-3852
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Soheila Noorbakhsh Psy D
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
For twenty years, I have worked with individuals, couples and adolescents.
Sometimes many of us are faced with major challenges in life. We spend months if not years struggling with our confusion, not making sense of our fear, living with our depression, losing loved ones to our anger, dueling with our shame, and waking up with anxiety.Sometimes we feel so unsure of where to turn for help and who to talk to... I feel privileged to be in a profession dedicated to people on their challenging times. My top priority is the well being of my clients and their loved ones.
For twenty years, I have worked with individuals, couples and adolescents.
Sometimes many of us are faced with major challenges in life. We spend months if not years struggling with our confusion, not making sense of our fear, living with our depression, losing loved ones to our anger, dueling with our shame, and waking up with anxiety.Sometimes we feel so unsure of where to turn for help and who to talk to... I feel privileged to be in a profession dedicated to people on their challenging times. My top priority is the well being of my clients and their loved ones.
(310) 299-7999 View (310) 299-7999
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Maxine Herman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025  (Online Only)
Our world's been shaken up in ways we've never imagined. We're understandably anxious, trying to cope. Jobs, family, illness. How do we hold it together? Are you looking for someone to talk to who can walk through this labyrinth with you? I specialize in trauma, perhaps I can help. You may be having problems with your partner, kids or parents-- most significantly with yourself. If your pain is manifesting as panic attacks or addictions, if there's grief or you're in parent/child conflicts at any age, therapy may help. I work with individuals and couples to enhance communication, creativity and a core sense of self.
Our world's been shaken up in ways we've never imagined. We're understandably anxious, trying to cope. Jobs, family, illness. How do we hold it together? Are you looking for someone to talk to who can walk through this labyrinth with you? I specialize in trauma, perhaps I can help. You may be having problems with your partner, kids or parents-- most significantly with yourself. If your pain is manifesting as panic attacks or addictions, if there's grief or you're in parent/child conflicts at any age, therapy may help. I work with individuals and couples to enhance communication, creativity and a core sense of self.
(310) 499-9530 View (310) 499-9530
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Benjamin S. Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Los Angeles, CA 90025
I also do family therapy and I work with couples.
Let's go on an exploration that will lead to lasting and tangible positive change. It takes a lot of courage to do this, but it is often in the discomfort that we grow. I encourage you to call me for a free consultation and ask any questions you have about myself or therapy. I will want to know about your goals and what you are hoping for in a therapeutic relationship. I believe in a holistic and non-linear view of life that endorses compassion, curiosity, and also getting out of our comfort zones. Once there is trust between us, I will lovingly push you.
I also do family therapy and I work with couples.
Let's go on an exploration that will lead to lasting and tangible positive change. It takes a lot of courage to do this, but it is often in the discomfort that we grow. I encourage you to call me for a free consultation and ask any questions you have about myself or therapy. I will want to know about your goals and what you are hoping for in a therapeutic relationship. I believe in a holistic and non-linear view of life that endorses compassion, curiosity, and also getting out of our comfort zones. Once there is trust between us, I will lovingly push you.
(424) 300-8503 View (424) 300-8503

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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.