Relationship Issues Therapists in Calabasas Hills, CA

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Dianne Porchia
MA, DMBM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calabasas Hills, CA 91301
My unique approach includes somatic dialogue, inner child healing work, transforming an inner saboteur voice into an inner ally to support your goals for health, wellness, happiness, peace, relationship, professional success and spiritual connection, sacred anger work, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), meditation, heart-soul-centered communication skills.
Dianne Porchia is featured in HEAL Documentary film for her successful healing work with advance stage cancer client who remains cancer free over 5 years after diagnosis with stage IV colorectal cancer. Porchia's unique holistic approach to healing integrates the principles and practice of mind-body-heart-soul energy medicine, epigenetics, psychoneuroimmunology and heart-centered communication skills to reduce mental-emotional stress, support immune function and create and maintain successful and loving relationships through high stress life challenges such as divorce, death, loss of job, serious illness, disease and cancer.
My unique approach includes somatic dialogue, inner child healing work, transforming an inner saboteur voice into an inner ally to support your goals for health, wellness, happiness, peace, relationship, professional success and spiritual connection, sacred anger work, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), meditation, heart-soul-centered communication skills.
Dianne Porchia is featured in HEAL Documentary film for her successful healing work with advance stage cancer client who remains cancer free over 5 years after diagnosis with stage IV colorectal cancer. Porchia's unique holistic approach to healing integrates the principles and practice of mind-body-heart-soul energy medicine, epigenetics, psychoneuroimmunology and heart-centered communication skills to reduce mental-emotional stress, support immune function and create and maintain successful and loving relationships through high stress life challenges such as divorce, death, loss of job, serious illness, disease and cancer.
(310) 627-2585 View (310) 627-2585
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Jamie Daniel-Farrell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Calabasas Hills, CA 91301  (Online Only)
With a safe and warm presence, I'll help you understand the source of your struggles, develop new relationship & mindfulness skills, and feel confident about your future.
You and your partner sit silently on the sofa. The TV is on, & you're both looking at your phones. Though in the same room, you might as well be a world apart. You're feeling neglected, unappreciated, & lonely. There's little affection between you these days. You try to focus on all the positives in your life, but your unhappiness is becoming the elephant in the room - harder and harder to ignore. You long to feel desired, appreciated, & a priority in your partner's life. You're afraid to talk to your partner about your true feelings as conversations are often misunderstood or full of conflict. You don't know where to turn.
With a safe and warm presence, I'll help you understand the source of your struggles, develop new relationship & mindfulness skills, and feel confident about your future.
You and your partner sit silently on the sofa. The TV is on, & you're both looking at your phones. Though in the same room, you might as well be a world apart. You're feeling neglected, unappreciated, & lonely. There's little affection between you these days. You try to focus on all the positives in your life, but your unhappiness is becoming the elephant in the room - harder and harder to ignore. You long to feel desired, appreciated, & a priority in your partner's life. You're afraid to talk to your partner about your true feelings as conversations are often misunderstood or full of conflict. You don't know where to turn.
(310) 879-1449 View (310) 879-1449
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Dr. Varda Hakobyan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Calabasas Hills, CA 91301  (Online Only)
Together, we will build a trusting therapeutic relationship, allowing us to explore the depths of your psyche and work towards healing and growth.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression? Struggling with past traumas? It's time to take care of your mental health and embark on a journey of healing! With years of experience in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and more, I offer personalized therapy tailored to your unique needs. My eclectic approach combines various techniques to help you overcome obstacles and achieve lasting wellness. Whether seeking relief from stress or aiming for personal growth, I am here to support you. Together, let's unlock your potential and cultivate a life filled with purpose, joy, and resilience.
Together, we will build a trusting therapeutic relationship, allowing us to explore the depths of your psyche and work towards healing and growth.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression? Struggling with past traumas? It's time to take care of your mental health and embark on a journey of healing! With years of experience in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and more, I offer personalized therapy tailored to your unique needs. My eclectic approach combines various techniques to help you overcome obstacles and achieve lasting wellness. Whether seeking relief from stress or aiming for personal growth, I am here to support you. Together, let's unlock your potential and cultivate a life filled with purpose, joy, and resilience.
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Newport Beach Trauma Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calabasas Hills, CA 91301
Welcome! We are a team of psychotherapist who are united in our commitment to providing the highest-quality mental health care available to adults, adolescents, couples & families. We help high-functioning professionals, anxious overachievers, survivors of abuse, complex trauma, PTSD, anger issues, chronic pain, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, phobias, low self worth and addictions are usually the result of unresolved trauma. Even the slightest incidents can be traumatizing, impacting us from the inside out and hijacking our ability to cope. The good news is, you can’t change your past, but you don’t have to live there.
Welcome! We are a team of psychotherapist who are united in our commitment to providing the highest-quality mental health care available to adults, adolescents, couples & families. We help high-functioning professionals, anxious overachievers, survivors of abuse, complex trauma, PTSD, anger issues, chronic pain, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, phobias, low self worth and addictions are usually the result of unresolved trauma. Even the slightest incidents can be traumatizing, impacting us from the inside out and hijacking our ability to cope. The good news is, you can’t change your past, but you don’t have to live there.
(949) 334-5840 View (949) 334-5840
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Melissa Dowd - Offering A Modern Approach To Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calabasas Hills, CA 91301  (Online Only)
In the first few sessions together, my goal is to understand what struggles you are currently experiencing that are causing you distress, and then provide you tools to help minimize those stressors to get to a more stabilized place. Once you are feeling more grounded and able to manage your current stressors, then I encourage the exploration of why these things are present in the first place, where they are coming from, and ultimately when they were initially learned and began. I believe that helping you uncover these important pieces of information are vital to your long-term success in becoming the best version of you possible!
In the first few sessions together, my goal is to understand what struggles you are currently experiencing that are causing you distress, and then provide you tools to help minimize those stressors to get to a more stabilized place. Once you are feeling more grounded and able to manage your current stressors, then I encourage the exploration of why these things are present in the first place, where they are coming from, and ultimately when they were initially learned and began. I believe that helping you uncover these important pieces of information are vital to your long-term success in becoming the best version of you possible!
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Linda Hayes, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91301
I am a licensed therapist practicing in Encino, CA. My primary focus is on individuals, couples, and children coping with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and the impact of separation or divorce. I've worked as a mediator, evaluator and expert witness for the Los Angeles Superior Court for 16 years. I have years of experience helping individuals and families going through crises. I also provide Coparenting counseling, reunification therapy, marriage and divorce counseling. I specialize in working with adolescents, empty nest issues and coping with a loved one who lives with a psychiatric disorder.
I am a licensed therapist practicing in Encino, CA. My primary focus is on individuals, couples, and children coping with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and the impact of separation or divorce. I've worked as a mediator, evaluator and expert witness for the Los Angeles Superior Court for 16 years. I have years of experience helping individuals and families going through crises. I also provide Coparenting counseling, reunification therapy, marriage and divorce counseling. I specialize in working with adolescents, empty nest issues and coping with a loved one who lives with a psychiatric disorder.
(818) 918-2305 View (818) 918-2305
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Darlene Cohn
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91301
I believe the client-therapist relationship is important.
Hi, I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I offer a free consultation so you can see if this is the right therapeutic setting for you.
I believe the client-therapist relationship is important.
Hi, I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I offer a free consultation so you can see if this is the right therapeutic setting for you.
(310) 895-9325 View (310) 895-9325
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Dr. Christine Cicone
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Agoura, CA 91301
Have you ever feel trapped with no way out? Imagine using your distress as a way to gain a new perspective. Sometimes the problems we encounter lead us to a better understanding of ourselves and our potential. Therapy opens our eyes to alternative options and helps us view our circumstances from a different vantage point. As a psychologist and marriage and family therapist, I have enjoyed helping clients work through difficult situations for over 30 years. My expertise in mood disorders is especially useful in identifying and managing depression and anxiety. I also specialize in understanding and resolving relationship issues.
Have you ever feel trapped with no way out? Imagine using your distress as a way to gain a new perspective. Sometimes the problems we encounter lead us to a better understanding of ourselves and our potential. Therapy opens our eyes to alternative options and helps us view our circumstances from a different vantage point. As a psychologist and marriage and family therapist, I have enjoyed helping clients work through difficult situations for over 30 years. My expertise in mood disorders is especially useful in identifying and managing depression and anxiety. I also specialize in understanding and resolving relationship issues.
(805) 467-7272 View (805) 467-7272
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Liron Samara
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91301
Whatever your situation might be today, know that the relationship, the family, and the life you want are possible, if you are ready to untangle what is knot helping you get there.
From “tying the knot” to being “tied down,” we often think of relationships as two unmoveable units bound together. And this can be the case… but it doesn’t have to be. Relationships can grow, change and evolve but, sometimes we need to untangle things a little bit to allow for forward movement. While both you and your partner are, and will be, in this together, a successful relationship always begins with you. After all, all of your relationships with others are a reflection of your relationship with yourself. You must be able to find your truest and most authentic state, before you can ever reflect that outwards.
Whatever your situation might be today, know that the relationship, the family, and the life you want are possible, if you are ready to untangle what is knot helping you get there.
From “tying the knot” to being “tied down,” we often think of relationships as two unmoveable units bound together. And this can be the case… but it doesn’t have to be. Relationships can grow, change and evolve but, sometimes we need to untangle things a little bit to allow for forward movement. While both you and your partner are, and will be, in this together, a successful relationship always begins with you. After all, all of your relationships with others are a reflection of your relationship with yourself. You must be able to find your truest and most authentic state, before you can ever reflect that outwards.
(818) 672-5054 View (818) 672-5054
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Stacey Datnow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Finding the right fit with a therapist is so important, as so much of the work of therapy happens in the therapeutic relationship. My goal is to connect with you, help you feel understood and be a partner in doing the work that will make your life better. I am an active participant in the sessions and work to help you connect to your strengths and increase your coping strategies. I have over 25 years of experience and look forward to helping you achieve your goals.
Finding the right fit with a therapist is so important, as so much of the work of therapy happens in the therapeutic relationship. My goal is to connect with you, help you feel understood and be a partner in doing the work that will make your life better. I am an active participant in the sessions and work to help you connect to your strengths and increase your coping strategies. I have over 25 years of experience and look forward to helping you achieve your goals.
(818) 276-3242 View (818) 276-3242
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Seth Fenton, LMFT | Convenience Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
I understand that life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles.
I know life can feel overwhelming sometimes. You might be stuck in a cycle of stress, anxiety, or sadness, trying to make sense of it all. You don’t have to face it alone. Therapy is a space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and find relief. Together, we can explore what's holding you back and build real tools for change. It’s not easy, but you don’t have to keep carrying this weight. If you’re ready to take the first step toward feeling better, let’s talk. You deserve support, and I’m here to help.
I understand that life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles.
I know life can feel overwhelming sometimes. You might be stuck in a cycle of stress, anxiety, or sadness, trying to make sense of it all. You don’t have to face it alone. Therapy is a space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and find relief. Together, we can explore what's holding you back and build real tools for change. It’s not easy, but you don’t have to keep carrying this weight. If you’re ready to take the first step toward feeling better, let’s talk. You deserve support, and I’m here to help.
(747) 998-0251 View (747) 998-0251
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Kate Bradley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
This includes, but is not limited to eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, relationship conflict, depression, and anxiety.
I am a psychotherapist working with Westlake Counseling Center. As a systems therapist, I utilize the principles of psychodynamic and relational therapy along with incorporating interventions and skills used in cognitive behavioral therapy. Relationally, I seek to build trust and connection with my clients, providing a unique and contained space to heal. I work with individuals, couples, and families with a broad spectrum of diagnoses and treatment issues, with experience and specialization with children, adolescents, and young adults.
This includes, but is not limited to eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, relationship conflict, depression, and anxiety.
I am a psychotherapist working with Westlake Counseling Center. As a systems therapist, I utilize the principles of psychodynamic and relational therapy along with incorporating interventions and skills used in cognitive behavioral therapy. Relationally, I seek to build trust and connection with my clients, providing a unique and contained space to heal. I work with individuals, couples, and families with a broad spectrum of diagnoses and treatment issues, with experience and specialization with children, adolescents, and young adults.
(747) 298-8697 View (747) 298-8697
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Clifford Robinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
"Let's finally stop just talking about your problems, and begin doing something about them." I've found that at the core of most of our troubles is deeper conflict between our Values and Actions. This inconsistency may have been caused by past experiences, traumatic events or a genetic predisposition. Regardless of the source of the problem, let's take a more active approach to feeling happier and healthier. Whether you are seeking help in your career, looking to improve your relationship, having problems with the kids or struggling with anxiety, let's get started. The time is now!
"Let's finally stop just talking about your problems, and begin doing something about them." I've found that at the core of most of our troubles is deeper conflict between our Values and Actions. This inconsistency may have been caused by past experiences, traumatic events or a genetic predisposition. Regardless of the source of the problem, let's take a more active approach to feeling happier and healthier. Whether you are seeking help in your career, looking to improve your relationship, having problems with the kids or struggling with anxiety, let's get started. The time is now!
(818) 963-9152 View (818) 963-9152
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David Wadman LMFT, LPCC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
A healthy, thriving relationship can be a wonderful blessing and I would love to talk with you by phone about how I can help you achieve that.
If you are searching for help with finding the right dating relationship, reducing the conflicts and disagreements in your current relationship, or recovering from the recent end of a relationship hoping for another, then I can guide you through this season and assist you in creating a plan to be in the kind of healthy and thriving relationship you desire! I am passionate about seeing people in successful romantic partnerships and I lead individuals and couples toward more effective ways to find and sustain a lasting relationship as well as communicate with compassion and resolve conflict in a respectful, constructive manner.
A healthy, thriving relationship can be a wonderful blessing and I would love to talk with you by phone about how I can help you achieve that.
If you are searching for help with finding the right dating relationship, reducing the conflicts and disagreements in your current relationship, or recovering from the recent end of a relationship hoping for another, then I can guide you through this season and assist you in creating a plan to be in the kind of healthy and thriving relationship you desire! I am passionate about seeing people in successful romantic partnerships and I lead individuals and couples toward more effective ways to find and sustain a lasting relationship as well as communicate with compassion and resolve conflict in a respectful, constructive manner.
(818) 293-8703 View (818) 293-8703
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Debra Furie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Need to feel safe? Prefer a therapist who says it like it is (with a side of class, tact, and the ability to help you get to your stuff with out feeling judged or shamed)? I focus on assisting teens, couples, and families with problems in day to day living to more complex issues that have reached crisis level. My strengths are in the areas of divorce, anxiety (triggers and control), bullying, ADD &ADHD lifestyles, and teen/parent relationship issues. I welcome parenting and couple dilemmas. Furthermore, I am experienced in dealing with gender issues, depression, grief, and general tough times.
Need to feel safe? Prefer a therapist who says it like it is (with a side of class, tact, and the ability to help you get to your stuff with out feeling judged or shamed)? I focus on assisting teens, couples, and families with problems in day to day living to more complex issues that have reached crisis level. My strengths are in the areas of divorce, anxiety (triggers and control), bullying, ADD &ADHD lifestyles, and teen/parent relationship issues. I welcome parenting and couple dilemmas. Furthermore, I am experienced in dealing with gender issues, depression, grief, and general tough times.
(818) 878-0184 View (818) 878-0184
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Margaret Allan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91301
Whether you are clear about what is troubling you or have something like a vague, insistent sense of not feeling good about your life, I offer a warm, collaborative relationship to explore, heal and grow. You can expect to feel a stronger sense of yourself and better able to tackle the issues at hand. You can expect to feel more responsive, less reactive in your life.
Whether you are clear about what is troubling you or have something like a vague, insistent sense of not feeling good about your life, I offer a warm, collaborative relationship to explore, heal and grow. You can expect to feel a stronger sense of yourself and better able to tackle the issues at hand. You can expect to feel more responsive, less reactive in your life.
(805) 330-3823 View (805) 330-3823
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Patricia McTague-Loft
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, FAPA, SAP, CEO
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Relationship Counseling: Make Your Relationships The Best They Can Be! Rediscover the happiness and joy in meaningful relationships.
Couples and Marriage Counseling: Do you remember what it was like to be in love with a vision of spending your life together as a couple? What went wrong? Where is the love, and what happened to your vision? If you are tired of feeling like you are living with a roommate, are longing to communicate with your partner, and want to renew the passion, there is a way to heal your relationship and enjoy a deeper and more intimate bond. Patricia specializes in helping couples find happiness in their relationship by offering concrete steps that can be implemented immediately.
Relationship Counseling: Make Your Relationships The Best They Can Be! Rediscover the happiness and joy in meaningful relationships.
Couples and Marriage Counseling: Do you remember what it was like to be in love with a vision of spending your life together as a couple? What went wrong? Where is the love, and what happened to your vision? If you are tired of feeling like you are living with a roommate, are longing to communicate with your partner, and want to renew the passion, there is a way to heal your relationship and enjoy a deeper and more intimate bond. Patricia specializes in helping couples find happiness in their relationship by offering concrete steps that can be implemented immediately.
(805) 241-6700 View (805) 241-6700
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Ghazaleh Hanukai
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91301  (Online Only)
My specialty is treating depression, anxiety, relationship issues, financial and career issues, self-esteem issues, self-confidence issues, lack of motivation, body image issues, and dating/intimacy issues.
I am a licensed psychotherapist, coach and consultant dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve greater emotional well-being. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or simply seeking personal growth, I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a meaningful way. Everyone deserves the opportunity to live a life that feels fulfilling, balanced, and authentic, and I’m here to help you get there. No matter where you are in your journey, you don’t have to face it alone.
My specialty is treating depression, anxiety, relationship issues, financial and career issues, self-esteem issues, self-confidence issues, lack of motivation, body image issues, and dating/intimacy issues.
I am a licensed psychotherapist, coach and consultant dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve greater emotional well-being. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or simply seeking personal growth, I offer a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a meaningful way. Everyone deserves the opportunity to live a life that feels fulfilling, balanced, and authentic, and I’m here to help you get there. No matter where you are in your journey, you don’t have to face it alone.
(424) 389-5263 View (424) 389-5263
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Angela Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91301
I would love to have a conversation with you, to discover if we might be a good fit for a working relationship.
My work as a therapist is based out of my passion for people, my personal experience as a wife, mother, and person of color. I place a tremendous amount of value on the therapeutic relationship. Our work together is a collaborative partnership, where I hope to serve as a guide on your journey to fulfillment, or your path to healing. My goal is to provide a safe environment where clients are treated with respect and dignity. I’m passionate about working with communities of color, to raise awareness, and dispel myths and the stigma behind mental health services.
I would love to have a conversation with you, to discover if we might be a good fit for a working relationship.
My work as a therapist is based out of my passion for people, my personal experience as a wife, mother, and person of color. I place a tremendous amount of value on the therapeutic relationship. Our work together is a collaborative partnership, where I hope to serve as a guide on your journey to fulfillment, or your path to healing. My goal is to provide a safe environment where clients are treated with respect and dignity. I’m passionate about working with communities of color, to raise awareness, and dispel myths and the stigma behind mental health services.
(820) 444-6542 View (820) 444-6542
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Joanna Burke
Counselor, PsychT, EMDR, LPCC, RN
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91362
A U.K trained Psychotherapist & EMDR Consultant, I work with people of all ages dealing with low self-esteem, connection & relationship problems, and past trauma that wont seem to let you live the life you want! I'll help you identify how to free yourself from the cycle of negative choices and poor self worth, to discover how your past holds you back from creating the life you really want. Start this journey with an open mind and heart and you'll be propelled into a new life, where you feel valued, happy and where your relationships add nothing but joy and love to your life!
A U.K trained Psychotherapist & EMDR Consultant, I work with people of all ages dealing with low self-esteem, connection & relationship problems, and past trauma that wont seem to let you live the life you want! I'll help you identify how to free yourself from the cycle of negative choices and poor self worth, to discover how your past holds you back from creating the life you really want. Start this journey with an open mind and heart and you'll be propelled into a new life, where you feel valued, happy and where your relationships add nothing but joy and love to your life!
(213) 335-2111 View (213) 335-2111

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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.