Feminist Therapists in Culver City, CA
Ava Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California, providing feminist and trauma-informed therapy to adolescents, adults, and couples. I am particularly passionate about collaborating with my clients to unpack and process the complex trauma associated with holding marginalized identities. Additionally, I have a background and training in the treatment of OCD, eating disorders, self-harm, and substance use disorders. My work with couples focuses on non-traditional couples.
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California, providing feminist and trauma-informed therapy to adolescents, adults, and couples. I am particularly passionate about collaborating with my clients to unpack and process the complex trauma associated with holding marginalized identities. Additionally, I have a background and training in the treatment of OCD, eating disorders, self-harm, and substance use disorders. My work with couples focuses on non-traditional couples.
LA Somatic Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
Hello! I’m Kate, a collaborative, relational, trauma-informed, and LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist. For 10+ years now, I’ve aimed to provide a safe, empowering space where we can slow down & untangle all the messiness of being a human. My hope is always for my clients come away with a greater sense of knowing themselves, more personal agency, & confidence that they can navigate the inevitable challenges of their future. I strive to embody a lens that is feminist, anti-racist & anti-oppressive in this work. My training includes Hakomi Mindful Somatic Therapy, Attachment-Focused EMDR & Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy.
Hello! I’m Kate, a collaborative, relational, trauma-informed, and LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist. For 10+ years now, I’ve aimed to provide a safe, empowering space where we can slow down & untangle all the messiness of being a human. My hope is always for my clients come away with a greater sense of knowing themselves, more personal agency, & confidence that they can navigate the inevitable challenges of their future. I strive to embody a lens that is feminist, anti-racist & anti-oppressive in this work. My training includes Hakomi Mindful Somatic Therapy, Attachment-Focused EMDR & Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy.
My work is client-centered and strengths-based and I provide individual and couples therapy utilizing a holistic approach that integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy, family systems therapy, feminist therapy, LGBTQ-affirmative therapy, and I work from a culturally humble and anti-racist lens.
I believe that it takes great courage to take that first step in reaching out for help, whether you are coming from a place of sadness, anxiety, loneliness, grief, or confusion. It can also feel scary to look inward and honor your truth and to let your "true colors" shine. Together, we can process and sort through the pain and help you find meaning, clarity, healing, joy, and connection.
My work is client-centered and strengths-based and I provide individual and couples therapy utilizing a holistic approach that integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy, family systems therapy, feminist therapy, LGBTQ-affirmative therapy, and I work from a culturally humble and anti-racist lens.
I believe that it takes great courage to take that first step in reaching out for help, whether you are coming from a place of sadness, anxiety, loneliness, grief, or confusion. It can also feel scary to look inward and honor your truth and to let your "true colors" shine. Together, we can process and sort through the pain and help you find meaning, clarity, healing, joy, and connection.
Trent Keatley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
Are you feeling lost or directionless? Did something happen to you that has turned your world upside down? Perhaps you're struggling with understanding yourself and what you want in life. A better life starts with a better understanding of yourself, and creating a stronger connection with our past, present, and future selves. Together, we can work to mend your wounds and address those uncomfortable emotions of pain, disappointment, anger, fear, and sadness. Together we will work through despair and towards hope.
Are you feeling lost or directionless? Did something happen to you that has turned your world upside down? Perhaps you're struggling with understanding yourself and what you want in life. A better life starts with a better understanding of yourself, and creating a stronger connection with our past, present, and future selves. Together, we can work to mend your wounds and address those uncomfortable emotions of pain, disappointment, anger, fear, and sadness. Together we will work through despair and towards hope.
Amber @ Black Butterfly Therapy & Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90232 (Online Only)
I am Licensed in California and Texas so I can see clients virtually from either location. My specialty is working with Gen Zs, the BIPOC community and women of color specifically due to my professional background and personal experiences which I use to guide my practice. I am an expert in helping this population navigate the difficulties and challenges of major life transitions, racial stressors, identity, self esteem issues, childhood trauma, inner child healing, sexual abuse, perfectionism, existential crisis, dating, communication issues, interpersonal relationships, termination of relationship, and microaggressions
I am Licensed in California and Texas so I can see clients virtually from either location. My specialty is working with Gen Zs, the BIPOC community and women of color specifically due to my professional background and personal experiences which I use to guide my practice. I am an expert in helping this population navigate the difficulties and challenges of major life transitions, racial stressors, identity, self esteem issues, childhood trauma, inner child healing, sexual abuse, perfectionism, existential crisis, dating, communication issues, interpersonal relationships, termination of relationship, and microaggressions
"And the day came when the risk it took to remain closed in a bud became more painful than the risk it took to blossom" Anais Nin
"And the day came when the risk it took to remain closed in a bud became more painful than the risk it took to blossom" Anais Nin
Therapy can help you grow, flourish, & increase your sense of worth- It can help you to understand & create healthy boundaries with the people in your life. I believe in creating a safe space where you can process embarrassing and difficult issues. Your therapy journey also needs to address your mind, body, and spiritual/social needs. It helps to have a therapist who can help connect the dots with you, and provide you with much needed support as your going through life’s challenges.
Therapy can help you grow, flourish, & increase your sense of worth- It can help you to understand & create healthy boundaries with the people in your life. I believe in creating a safe space where you can process embarrassing and difficult issues. Your therapy journey also needs to address your mind, body, and spiritual/social needs. It helps to have a therapist who can help connect the dots with you, and provide you with much needed support as your going through life’s challenges.
Heather Gulick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
Do you feel disconnected from yourself, your partner, or those around you? Are you struggling with your moods? Do you often feel overwhelmed, yearning to make positive changes but are unsure of where to begin? Perhaps you're seeking additional support and connection, or you're feeling a sense of loneliness. By harnessing your strengths and innate qualities, we will work to cultivate a stronger sense of self, paving the path to new habits and coping mechanisms that promote overall well-being.
Do you feel disconnected from yourself, your partner, or those around you? Are you struggling with your moods? Do you often feel overwhelmed, yearning to make positive changes but are unsure of where to begin? Perhaps you're seeking additional support and connection, or you're feeling a sense of loneliness. By harnessing your strengths and innate qualities, we will work to cultivate a stronger sense of self, paving the path to new habits and coping mechanisms that promote overall well-being.
Marie-Michele Atkinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or relationship issues? Do you seek healing and personal growth? I work with individuals and couples of diverse backgrounds who feel stuck or disconnected and are looking for a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore their emotions and experiences. Using specialized therapies like EMDR, IFS, CRM, and STAIR, I help you develop internal safety, process traumatic memories, and grow essential emotional and relational skills. Together, we can create lasting change and achieve a more balanced and authentic life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or relationship issues? Do you seek healing and personal growth? I work with individuals and couples of diverse backgrounds who feel stuck or disconnected and are looking for a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore their emotions and experiences. Using specialized therapies like EMDR, IFS, CRM, and STAIR, I help you develop internal safety, process traumatic memories, and grow essential emotional and relational skills. Together, we can create lasting change and achieve a more balanced and authentic life.
Alicia Brandt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90066
Are you feeling stuck? Is your relationship stagnant or in crisis? Have you ended one addiction, only to have another pop up? Are you the adult child of a narcissist? Are you the parent of an adult child with a serious mental illness or an adult child in addiction or recovery ? Are you having issues with career burnout? Are you ready for change?
Are you feeling stuck? Is your relationship stagnant or in crisis? Have you ended one addiction, only to have another pop up? Are you the adult child of a narcissist? Are you the parent of an adult child with a serious mental illness or an adult child in addiction or recovery ? Are you having issues with career burnout? Are you ready for change?
Natalene Barbarian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90232 (Online Only)
Welcome! I specialize in supporting adults who are finding the difficulties of life particularly challenging. I am an AASECT certified sex therapist and help address couples' and individual's sexual health, intimacy and relationship difficulties. I help empower my clients to address their obstacles by processing how life experiences might be impacting current views and collaboratively develop practical ways where we can overcome these together. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, sexual performance difficulties, or experiencing intimacy concerns with your partner, I'm here to help guide you on this journey.
Welcome! I specialize in supporting adults who are finding the difficulties of life particularly challenging. I am an AASECT certified sex therapist and help address couples' and individual's sexual health, intimacy and relationship difficulties. I help empower my clients to address their obstacles by processing how life experiences might be impacting current views and collaboratively develop practical ways where we can overcome these together. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, sexual performance difficulties, or experiencing intimacy concerns with your partner, I'm here to help guide you on this journey.
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Scott L Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
Psychologically speaking, why do we do what we do? Where are we coming from . . . what are we moving toward . . . and how are we proceeding? Do our impulses, our actions or reactions, our habits, our thoughts, judgments, interpretations, or even our intentions support or lead to what we imagine to be our "happiness?"
I work with individuals, couples, and families in short- and long-term psychotherapy. Some clients prefer brief "solution-focused" therapy to help them with specific short-term issues, while others want to work more deeply toward longer-lasting growth and transformation.
Psychologically speaking, why do we do what we do? Where are we coming from . . . what are we moving toward . . . and how are we proceeding? Do our impulses, our actions or reactions, our habits, our thoughts, judgments, interpretations, or even our intentions support or lead to what we imagine to be our "happiness?"
I work with individuals, couples, and families in short- and long-term psychotherapy. Some clients prefer brief "solution-focused" therapy to help them with specific short-term issues, while others want to work more deeply toward longer-lasting growth and transformation.
I possess a passion for helping others along their life's journey. In my work, I arrive with sincerity, humility, optimism, and professionalism. My purpose is to hold a safe space--- removed of judgment and bias--- in order to facilitate healing, growth and transformation, so one can fulfill their life's purpose. I serve infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations through an intersectional approach to client-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed, culturally-attuned, evidence-based, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapeutic interventions. Individual, couples, and family therapy available.
I possess a passion for helping others along their life's journey. In my work, I arrive with sincerity, humility, optimism, and professionalism. My purpose is to hold a safe space--- removed of judgment and bias--- in order to facilitate healing, growth and transformation, so one can fulfill their life's purpose. I serve infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations through an intersectional approach to client-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed, culturally-attuned, evidence-based, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapeutic interventions. Individual, couples, and family therapy available.
Khana Lacewell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90232 (Online Only)
Are you a woman in your 20's, 30's or 40's who is struggling with anxiety, depression, friend or dating issues, career/creative/life purpose confusion, burnout, loneliness/lack of connection, self-judgment, Imposter/Comparison Syndrome? Are you struggling to get clarity around big or small life decisions and move forward on your path, yet feel blocked, stuck or a little behind? You're definitely not alone, and I've been helping women just like you feel more comfortable in their own skin, cultivate healthy relationships, increase clarity and calm, and create healthier, happier routines so they can be their best selves.
Are you a woman in your 20's, 30's or 40's who is struggling with anxiety, depression, friend or dating issues, career/creative/life purpose confusion, burnout, loneliness/lack of connection, self-judgment, Imposter/Comparison Syndrome? Are you struggling to get clarity around big or small life decisions and move forward on your path, yet feel blocked, stuck or a little behind? You're definitely not alone, and I've been helping women just like you feel more comfortable in their own skin, cultivate healthy relationships, increase clarity and calm, and create healthier, happier routines so they can be their best selves.
Jessica Gallo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
Together, we can make sense of the messiness of life. My treatment approach is strengths-based, authentic, holistic, collaborative & highly customized to each client. In sessions, you can expect to be equipped with practical tools, observations, insights and nurturing containment. You can expect an honest, connected relationship where both laughter and tears are welcomed and you can come as you are. Our work will allow you to build on your innate resiliency and develop self-compassion. Connecting with a professional therapist can shed light on what may need to shift in order to heal and align with the healthiest version of you.
Together, we can make sense of the messiness of life. My treatment approach is strengths-based, authentic, holistic, collaborative & highly customized to each client. In sessions, you can expect to be equipped with practical tools, observations, insights and nurturing containment. You can expect an honest, connected relationship where both laughter and tears are welcomed and you can come as you are. Our work will allow you to build on your innate resiliency and develop self-compassion. Connecting with a professional therapist can shed light on what may need to shift in order to heal and align with the healthiest version of you.
Angelika Bowles
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
Sometimes life presents us with difficulties and problems that can leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or even hopeless, and thus preventing us from living the rich and meaningful life we are meant to live.
Sometimes life presents us with difficulties and problems that can leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or even hopeless, and thus preventing us from living the rich and meaningful life we are meant to live.
Counseling Services, Inc.
Psychologist, LMFT, PhD, MFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230
At Counseling Services/LA Peace of Mind.com, we guide people to the light and empower themselves to heal. We help people who seek trust and freedom to be expressive, address life challenges, and barriers that interfere with growth and achieving life's goals.
At Counseling Services/LA Peace of Mind.com, we guide people to the light and empower themselves to heal. We help people who seek trust and freedom to be expressive, address life challenges, and barriers that interfere with growth and achieving life's goals.
I am clinician who believes that real, lasting change is possible with time, effort and commitment. I have extensive experience working with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges, as well as a myriad of mental health diagnoses. I believe that although growth is often painful, it is worth the pursuit. I look forward to walking with you to reach your goals and participating in your journey to wellness.
I am clinician who believes that real, lasting change is possible with time, effort and commitment. I have extensive experience working with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges, as well as a myriad of mental health diagnoses. I believe that although growth is often painful, it is worth the pursuit. I look forward to walking with you to reach your goals and participating in your journey to wellness.
Louisa Lombard
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
Are you a woman who on paper has much of the life that you aspired to have? You worked hard to get here, yet things still feel difficult and you keep waiting and hoping they will get easier, better. You have been waiting awhile. You thought that you would feel happy, fulfilled and at peace after achieving this place and stage in your life, but something is still missing, overwhelm and stress are a constant, and you could use some kind nonjudgemental support right now. If this sounds like you, please email or text me to schedule a free consultation call.
Are you a woman who on paper has much of the life that you aspired to have? You worked hard to get here, yet things still feel difficult and you keep waiting and hoping they will get easier, better. You have been waiting awhile. You thought that you would feel happy, fulfilled and at peace after achieving this place and stage in your life, but something is still missing, overwhelm and stress are a constant, and you could use some kind nonjudgemental support right now. If this sounds like you, please email or text me to schedule a free consultation call.
I believe therapy is a dynamic and evolving exchange between therapist and client built on a foundation of acceptance and compassion. I focus on living purposefully and authentically in addition to symptom relief. My approach to therapy is strength- based, and I will combine psychotherapy interventions with practical and personalized approaches to help you meet your unique needs. These treatment plans are highly individualized and prioritize contextual variables and identities. My therapy practice is based in the strongest research as well as specialized training in evidence based treatments.
I believe therapy is a dynamic and evolving exchange between therapist and client built on a foundation of acceptance and compassion. I focus on living purposefully and authentically in addition to symptom relief. My approach to therapy is strength- based, and I will combine psychotherapy interventions with practical and personalized approaches to help you meet your unique needs. These treatment plans are highly individualized and prioritize contextual variables and identities. My therapy practice is based in the strongest research as well as specialized training in evidence based treatments.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.