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Marion Shavonn West

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Verified Verified

Los Angeles,CA90008 (Online Only)

Marion S. West LMFT with specialty in African American Family Studies. Has a background in Christian Faith based Counseling, practicing in California with 10 years of professional work experience. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Be transformed & renew your mind.

Marion S. West LMFT with specialty in African American Family Studies. Has a background in Christian Faith based Counseling, practicing in California with 10 years of professional work experience. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Be transformed & renew your mind.

(323) 990-7078

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Jennifer Morris

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APCC, CAMS-II

Verified Verified

Los Angeles,CA90035 (Online Only)

Jennifer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been in the field for over 12 years treating individuals who suffer from mental illness. Jennifer works with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, overcoming trauma, work related stressors, and has received additional certifications in anger management, victims of batterers, domestic violence, and sexual assault.

Jennifer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been in the field for over 12 years treating individuals who suffer from mental illness. Jennifer works with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, overcoming trauma, work related stressors, and has received additional certifications in anger management, victims of batterers, domestic violence, and sexual assault.

(323) 973-2877

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Aurora Graham

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Verified Verified

Los Angeles,CA90027 (Online Only)

Welcome! I am a licensed psychotherapist based in Los Angeles. My focus is providing identity-affirming and trauma-informed mental health services with a focus on PTSD, anxiety, and relational stressors. As a queer person, I am passionate about working with other members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community and folks who have experienced stigma or oppression. My approach to therapy is focused on empowerment and supporting clients in connecting with their own personal power. Further, I work with clients to help them learn new skills, shift unhelpful patterns and to improve their overall quality of life.

Welcome! I am a licensed psychotherapist based in Los Angeles. My focus is providing identity-affirming and trauma-informed mental health services with a focus on PTSD, anxiety, and relational stressors. As a queer person, I am passionate about working with other members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community and folks who have experienced stigma or oppression. My approach to therapy is focused on empowerment and supporting clients in connecting with their own personal power. Further, I work with clients to help them learn new skills, shift unhelpful patterns and to improve their overall quality of life.

(213) 320-6851

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Dr. Patrick Martinez

Psychological Associate, PsyD

Verified Verified

Los Angeles,CA90039

Welcome to my page. I know searching for a therapist can be a challenging process. However, I hope reading through my page gives you a sense of belonging and hope. It might be setting boundaries or struggling with anxiety, depression, guilt, or low self-esteem. I provide a full range of therapy services in both English and Spanish. I also welcome people from all walks of life, ethnicities, and economic backgrounds.

Welcome to my page. I know searching for a therapist can be a challenging process. However, I hope reading through my page gives you a sense of belonging and hope. It might be setting boundaries or struggling with anxiety, depression, guilt, or low self-esteem. I provide a full range of therapy services in both English and Spanish. I also welcome people from all walks of life, ethnicities, and economic backgrounds.

(818) 962-2830

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Tajhicia Rolle

Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW, MSCJ

Verified Verified

Los Angeles,CA90064 (Online Only)

I am passionate about working with individuals of all ages navigate life's challenges and find a path towards greater fulfillment and wellbeing. Over the course of my career, I have worked with a diverse range of clients, including individuals who have experienced trauma, those who have psychiatric diagnoses. Whether you are seeking therapy to address a specific concern or simply to explore your own personal growth and development, I am here to provide support along the journey.

I am passionate about working with individuals of all ages navigate life's challenges and find a path towards greater fulfillment and wellbeing. Over the course of my career, I have worked with a diverse range of clients, including individuals who have experienced trauma, those who have psychiatric diagnoses. Whether you are seeking therapy to address a specific concern or simply to explore your own personal growth and development, I am here to provide support along the journey.

(818) 699-9926

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Ernesto Martinez - Open Space Therapy Collective

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, APCC

Verified Verified

1 Endorsed

Los Angeles,CA90026

Feeling stuck? Feeling held back by the traumas you’ve experienced in the past? Not sure what you want for your future? You’re not broken and therapy can help. Together, we can work through the hard stuff so that you can reconnect with your authentic self, identify what you want, and find fulfillment. I will support you in finding safety in experiencing your full range of emotions, prioritizing your wellbeing, forging healthy connections, finding community, and expressing yourself creatively.

Feeling stuck? Feeling held back by the traumas you’ve experienced in the past? Not sure what you want for your future? You’re not broken and therapy can help. Together, we can work through the hard stuff so that you can reconnect with your authentic self, identify what you want, and find fulfillment. I will support you in finding safety in experiencing your full range of emotions, prioritizing your wellbeing, forging healthy connections, finding community, and expressing yourself creatively.

(323) 897-8478

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Elizabeth Padilla

Psychologist, PsyD

Verified Verified

Los Angeles,CA90024 (Online Only)

I have been in practice since 2010 in California and comprehensively providing services in both English and Spanish. Types of treatment varies, as approach is client-centered, but include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic (that which helps process the past), Solution-Focused, Strength-based, Humanistic, Mindfulness and naturally always respectful of cultural preferences and individual experiences. Humility, Kindness and gentle Humor are at the center of my work.

I have been in practice since 2010 in California and comprehensively providing services in both English and Spanish. Types of treatment varies, as approach is client-centered, but include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic (that which helps process the past), Solution-Focused, Strength-based, Humanistic, Mindfulness and naturally always respectful of cultural preferences and individual experiences. Humility, Kindness and gentle Humor are at the center of my work.

(424) 499-4472

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Amanda DiGiulio

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Verified Verified

1 Endorsed

Los Angeles,CA90025

Are you ready to break the painful cycles that keep you depressed, anxious, hopeless, addicted? Would you like to learn how to be alone and not feel lonely? Are you ready to leave the old story behind and realize your true potential - live the full embodied life you deserve? It takes great courage to break with ones' past story and stand alone, to learn to be reunited with yourself. Trauma lives in the body as wound. Through a client-centered, trauma focused somatic approach, as you become willing, we will take that journey together and tend those wounds that are the place where light can enter.

Are you ready to break the painful cycles that keep you depressed, anxious, hopeless, addicted? Would you like to learn how to be alone and not feel lonely? Are you ready to leave the old story behind and realize your true potential - live the full embodied life you deserve? It takes great courage to break with ones' past story and stand alone, to learn to be reunited with yourself. Trauma lives in the body as wound. Through a client-centered, trauma focused somatic approach, as you become willing, we will take that journey together and tend those wounds that are the place where light can enter.

(424) 543-6985

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Lisa Feldman

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Verified Verified

1 Endorsed

Los Angeles,CA90048

As an Integrative Psychotherapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true self and understand your potential to lead a healthy productive life. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

As an Integrative Psychotherapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true self and understand your potential to lead a healthy productive life. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

(323) 648-2524

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Dr. Silvana Aviles

Psychologist, PsyD

Verified Verified

Los Angeles,CA90017 (Online Only)

Not accepting new clients

Sometimes the various facets of life can become overwhelming and too complex to handle on your own. You may be experiencing difficulties in your day to day life. Your relationships may seem to be falling apart. You might be coping with loss or stress related to current circ*mstances. I can help you begin to untangle this difficult web. I believe that effective therapy begins with a strong therapeutic relationship. I am committed to providing a safe and affirming space for those of all identities to explore their inner self. I aim to guide my clients towards gaining insight, increasing self-awareness, empowerment and healing.

Sometimes the various facets of life can become overwhelming and too complex to handle on your own. You may be experiencing difficulties in your day to day life. Your relationships may seem to be falling apart. You might be coping with loss or stress related to current circ*mstances. I can help you begin to untangle this difficult web. I believe that effective therapy begins with a strong therapeutic relationship. I am committed to providing a safe and affirming space for those of all identities to explore their inner self. I aim to guide my clients towards gaining insight, increasing self-awareness, empowerment and healing.

(213) 373-6647

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Mercedes Elkoff

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Verified Verified

2 Endorsed

Los Angeles,CA90041

I am a systemic thinker and a truly integrative therapist. I utilize the rich foundations of attachment theories, my psychodynamic training, and existential thought to conceptualize the various structures of the human experience. We live in a complicated world that often feels at odds with our capacity and longing for well-being and wholeness. Each person experiences this world from a specific intersection of identities and therefore it is so important to me to filter my understanding of clients through a systemic and culturally attuned lens.

I am a systemic thinker and a truly integrative therapist. I utilize the rich foundations of attachment theories, my psychodynamic training, and existential thought to conceptualize the various structures of the human experience. We live in a complicated world that often feels at odds with our capacity and longing for well-being and wholeness. Each person experiences this world from a specific intersection of identities and therefore it is so important to me to filter my understanding of clients through a systemic and culturally attuned lens.

(323) 274-1621

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Sara R. van Koningsveld

Counselor, MA, LPCC, BC-DMT, GL-CMA

Verified Verified

4 Endorsed

Los Angeles,CA90036 (Online Only)

Life gets difficult. -Our distress may make us uncomfortable, overwhelmed, anxious, angry, sad or depressed. -Maybe we have experienced job loss, a big move, had a significant relationship end, or experienced a major shift, change, or transition in our life. -Really, we want to feel "better" and "happier", but how do we get there? Short-term counseling or coaching can help, while sometimes we needed to address deeper pain and patterns in long-term psychotherapy. Each of us is different, but maybe you found your way here because you are ready to let go, ready to grow, and ready for something new, different, and better for your life.

Life gets difficult. -Our distress may make us uncomfortable, overwhelmed, anxious, angry, sad or depressed. -Maybe we have experienced job loss, a big move, had a significant relationship end, or experienced a major shift, change, or transition in our life. -Really, we want to feel "better" and "happier", but how do we get there? Short-term counseling or coaching can help, while sometimes we needed to address deeper pain and patterns in long-term psychotherapy. Each of us is different, but maybe you found your way here because you are ready to let go, ready to grow, and ready for something new, different, and better for your life.

(323) 210-4786

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Millicent Rose

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, MA, LMFT

Verified Verified

1 Endorsed

Los Angeles,CA90049 (Online Only)

I specialize in helping people to heal. I am committed to being of service and availing myself to those who need to heal emotional wounds, achieve more clarity, and agency over their lives.

I specialize in helping people to heal. I am committed to being of service and availing myself to those who need to heal emotional wounds, achieve more clarity, and agency over their lives.

(747) 203-0729

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Charlotte Haigh

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Verified Verified

Los Angeles,CA90004

You are fed up with repeating patterns that feel self-destructive. You are tired of being so reactive to the same triggers. You are ready for change, for relationships that fill your cup, and for a life that is purposeful and passionate. And you are probably totally overwhelmed right now. I get it. Wading through pages of therapist bios when you're already stressed, sad, and/or confused can be kind of the worst thing ever. But I'm here to help! I support clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, relationship issues, low self-esteem, stress and lack of clarity that big life transitions can kick up.

You are fed up with repeating patterns that feel self-destructive. You are tired of being so reactive to the same triggers. You are ready for change, for relationships that fill your cup, and for a life that is purposeful and passionate. And you are probably totally overwhelmed right now. I get it. Wading through pages of therapist bios when you're already stressed, sad, and/or confused can be kind of the worst thing ever. But I'm here to help! I support clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, relationship issues, low self-esteem, stress and lack of clarity that big life transitions can kick up.

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Mariana Barajas

Counselor, LPCC

Verified Verified

1 Endorsed

Los Angeles,CA90024 (Online Only)

I am a first-generation Mexican-American with an intuitive calling to work with women of color who are going through life transitions. I use an eclectic approach with each client and acknowledge that everyone's life story is unique with different needs. My focus is on building healing therapeutic relationships that create a safe space for self-expression, inside and outside the therapy room. I will walk beside you with cultural humility while you lead the discovery—you are the expert of your life.

I am a first-generation Mexican-American with an intuitive calling to work with women of color who are going through life transitions. I use an eclectic approach with each client and acknowledge that everyone's life story is unique with different needs. My focus is on building healing therapeutic relationships that create a safe space for self-expression, inside and outside the therapy room. I will walk beside you with cultural humility while you lead the discovery—you are the expert of your life.

(310) 361-1064

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Ivette Somoza Arroyo

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Verified Verified

Los Angeles,CA90015 (Online Only)

Many people are hurting in their day- to- day life. Sometimes the hurt is a personal one like depression, anxiety, poor self- esteem, grief and loss and other times it is a relational challenge within marriage, with children or teens and or with family or friends. Healing is possible though often times not easy to know where to start. I am here to help you take the first steps on your personal healing journey and guide you to navigate the process throughout. Don't let unspoken fears hold you back from getting help. You can thrive and not just survive but it all starts with the first step.

Many people are hurting in their day- to- day life. Sometimes the hurt is a personal one like depression, anxiety, poor self- esteem, grief and loss and other times it is a relational challenge within marriage, with children or teens and or with family or friends. Healing is possible though often times not easy to know where to start. I am here to help you take the first steps on your personal healing journey and guide you to navigate the process throughout. Don't let unspoken fears hold you back from getting help. You can thrive and not just survive but it all starts with the first step.

(213) 863-0621

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Elizabeth Collier

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Verified Verified

1 Endorsed

Los Angeles,CA90036

Do you yearn for change and deeper connections? Are you prepared to embrace your pain and accept the invitation to unveil a more whole, liberated, and empowered self? I'm here as your guide on the transformative journey back to yourself. In our collaborative work, we'll delve into your inner life, unravel limiting patterns and beliefs, and foster a mind-body connection. From this more present, embodied space, life's challenges evolve into opportunities for growth and transformation. Together, we'll plant the seeds for a new vision of your life.

Do you yearn for change and deeper connections? Are you prepared to embrace your pain and accept the invitation to unveil a more whole, liberated, and empowered self? I'm here as your guide on the transformative journey back to yourself. In our collaborative work, we'll delve into your inner life, unravel limiting patterns and beliefs, and foster a mind-body connection. From this more present, embodied space, life's challenges evolve into opportunities for growth and transformation. Together, we'll plant the seeds for a new vision of your life.

(310) 340-6083

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Crystal Flores

Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD

Verified Verified

Los Angeles,CA90017 (Online Only)

Many of my clients experienced heightened feelings of anxiety, depression, and burnout during the COVID-19 global pandemic. The crushing weight of local and global issues became burdensome as they were expected to stay afloat in their everyday lives. This led them to question their purpose and role in society. How was I doing it all? Am I even happy? Where do I go from here? Here’s the thing. There is no way we can go back to life as we knew it. This is an opportunity to begin anew.

Many of my clients experienced heightened feelings of anxiety, depression, and burnout during the COVID-19 global pandemic. The crushing weight of local and global issues became burdensome as they were expected to stay afloat in their everyday lives. This led them to question their purpose and role in society. How was I doing it all? Am I even happy? Where do I go from here? Here’s the thing. There is no way we can go back to life as we knew it. This is an opportunity to begin anew.

(818) 390-9972

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Ricardo Patrick Peña

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Verified Verified

1 Endorsed

Los Angeles,CA90071 (Online Only)

My focus is to support individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. By centering the mind-body-being connection, I have a holistic approach with my clients to help create an individualized treatment plan that works best for them. I am dedicated to providing a space that is warm, compassionate and accessible, where you feel safe to explore the ways in which you can build a more fulfilling life.

My focus is to support individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. By centering the mind-body-being connection, I have a holistic approach with my clients to help create an individualized treatment plan that works best for them. I am dedicated to providing a space that is warm, compassionate and accessible, where you feel safe to explore the ways in which you can build a more fulfilling life.

(323) 667-7714

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Irit Bernstein

Psychologist, LCP

Verified Verified

Los Angeles,CA90044

My name is Dr. Irit Bernstein and I’m a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience. My work with clients is focused on reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety related to life stressors including relational problems, family discord, grief/loss, work related stress, and financial concerns.

My name is Dr. Irit Bernstein and I’m a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience. My work with clients is focused on reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety related to life stressors including relational problems, family discord, grief/loss, work related stress, and financial concerns.

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Number of Therapists in Los Angeles, CA

3,000+

Average cost per session

$175

Therapists in Los Angeles, CA who prioritize treating:

93% Anxiety
88% Depression
73% Self Esteem
71% Relationship Issues
67% Trauma and PTSD
64% Coping Skills
63% Stress

Average years in practice

10 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

78% Aetna
70% Cigna and Evernorth
67% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

How Therapists in Los Angeles, CA see their clients

55% In Person and Online
45% Online Only

Gender breakdown

78% Female
21% Male
1% Non-Binary

FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in Los Angeles?

Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.

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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.

Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has beenverified by Psychology Todayare signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.


What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?

Therapists, psychologists, and counselorsare all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.

Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.


What type of therapy is right for me?

Thetype of therapybest suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.


How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.


What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.


Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.


Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conductedonlinecan be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.


Are therapy sessions confidential?

Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.


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