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Rudy Hayek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Glendora, CA 91741
Waitlist for new clients
Whether it is time for you to mend an emotional wound, get relief from anxiety and depression, seek the right relationship, repair the current one, or to create a larger purpose for your life, including a therapist during your journey can help you discover what is possible for you. In addition to his main therapy approaches, Rudy believes that psychotherapy can be vastly improved by integrating deeper exploration into your EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE (EQ): Self-awareness, Self-regulation, Motivation, Empathy, and Social skills. Optimizing these primary components of EQ with your therapist can be a game-changer during your work together.
Whether it is time for you to mend an emotional wound, get relief from anxiety and depression, seek the right relationship, repair the current one, or to create a larger purpose for your life, including a therapist during your journey can help you discover what is possible for you. In addition to his main therapy approaches, Rudy believes that psychotherapy can be vastly improved by integrating deeper exploration into your EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE (EQ): Self-awareness, Self-regulation, Motivation, Empathy, and Social skills. Optimizing these primary components of EQ with your therapist can be a game-changer during your work together.
(626) 385-8962 View (626) 385-8962
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Karen M Dunaetz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glendora, CA 91741
Looking for Christian counseling? I have spent my life studying and teaching God's Word, and accompanying people through difficult times. Right now you may be struggling with something in your life that is very painful. You may fear that things are just going to keep getting worse. How are you going to get through this? I would love to help you gain new skills, new hope, and a new vision for working through your problems. I have a passion for counseling people of all ages who are struggling to make it through the storms of life. Call for a free phone consultation today.
Looking for Christian counseling? I have spent my life studying and teaching God's Word, and accompanying people through difficult times. Right now you may be struggling with something in your life that is very painful. You may fear that things are just going to keep getting worse. How are you going to get through this? I would love to help you gain new skills, new hope, and a new vision for working through your problems. I have a passion for counseling people of all ages who are struggling to make it through the storms of life. Call for a free phone consultation today.
(909) 546-4009 View (909) 546-4009

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David C Herzog
Psychologist, PsyD, MFA
Verified Verified
Monrovia, CA 91016  (Online Only)
I use a relational style that integrates Western psychology, somatic psychotherapy and Eastern psychological approaches in honoring my patients' experience, their strengths as well as their potential for growth. I am also a certified in Vinyasa and Kundalini yoga and incorporate yogic meditation and breath work. I see the therapy as a collaborative relationship in which I invite patients to actively engage in the process of change. I also provide life coaching in helping patients find greater success in the lives both personally and professionally. I offer Telehealth sessions only as my primary residence is currently in Seattle.
I use a relational style that integrates Western psychology, somatic psychotherapy and Eastern psychological approaches in honoring my patients' experience, their strengths as well as their potential for growth. I am also a certified in Vinyasa and Kundalini yoga and incorporate yogic meditation and breath work. I see the therapy as a collaborative relationship in which I invite patients to actively engage in the process of change. I also provide life coaching in helping patients find greater success in the lives both personally and professionally. I offer Telehealth sessions only as my primary residence is currently in Seattle.
(818) 412-9505 View (818) 412-9505
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Counseling Services, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD, MFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Covina, CA 91790  (Online Only)
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. Now offering Neurofeedback in 2024
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. Now offering Neurofeedback in 2024
(424) 353-4257 View (424) 353-4257

Online Therapists

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Dr. Andrea F Polard
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Malibu, CA 90265  (Online Only)
Je peux parler francais, mais n'est pas tres bien. :)
Je peux parler francais, mais n'est pas tres bien. :)
(310) 879-5949 View (310) 879-5949
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Fabrice Paracuellos
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Je fournis de l'aide aux adolescents, adultes, couples & familles en ce qui concerne la dépression, l'anxiété, l'estime de soi, le sens, la colère, la perte, les difficultés d’acculturation, et les difficultés relationnelles. Ma pratique est relationnelle, centrée sur la personne, et s'appuie sur les forces que l'on a. Elle inclut aussi l'attachement, les aspects cognitifs et comportementaux, la gestalt, la psychologie Jungienne, et la pleine conscience selon les besoins et elle s'appuie sur la notion que notre développement est facilité lorsque l'on est accepté.
Je fournis de l'aide aux adolescents, adultes, couples & familles en ce qui concerne la dépression, l'anxiété, l'estime de soi, le sens, la colère, la perte, les difficultés d’acculturation, et les difficultés relationnelles. Ma pratique est relationnelle, centrée sur la personne, et s'appuie sur les forces que l'on a. Elle inclut aussi l'attachement, les aspects cognitifs et comportementaux, la gestalt, la psychologie Jungienne, et la pleine conscience selon les besoins et elle s'appuie sur la notion que notre développement est facilité lorsque l'on est accepté.
(949) 682-9305 View (949) 682-9305
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Meryl Irene Haviva Haggege
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90066  (Online Only)
Bonjour! Vous recherchez une psychothérapeute française qui exerce en Californie et travaille en Français et en Anglais? J’aide les expats francophones en Californie à faire face aux défis qui accompagnent toute migration. Après avoir grandi en France dans une famille biculturelle et avoir immigré en Californie il y a presque dix ans, j'ai acquis un point de vue unique qui me permet d'aider les gens à traverser des transitions difficiles et tout ajustement culturel.
Bonjour! Vous recherchez une psychothérapeute française qui exerce en Californie et travaille en Français et en Anglais? J’aide les expats francophones en Californie à faire face aux défis qui accompagnent toute migration. Après avoir grandi en France dans une famille biculturelle et avoir immigré en Californie il y a presque dix ans, j'ai acquis un point de vue unique qui me permet d'aider les gens à traverser des transitions difficiles et tout ajustement culturel.
(310) 356-3722 View (310) 356-3722
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Dr. Melis Alkin Board Certified Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP, FT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
I provide EMDR therapy and couples therapy from Relational Life Therapy perspective.
Welcome to my practice! I am a board certified clinical psychologist with over 20 years in practice and specialize in depression, trauma, anxiety, grief and relationship issues. I support clients in navigating life transitions such as existential, trauma, relational issues. Together we will explore how past experiences shape your current thoughts, emotions and behavior and work towards your goals for change, meaning making and finding renewed purpose, connection, and vitality. I am licensed in CA and NY.
I provide EMDR therapy and couples therapy from Relational Life Therapy perspective.
Welcome to my practice! I am a board certified clinical psychologist with over 20 years in practice and specialize in depression, trauma, anxiety, grief and relationship issues. I support clients in navigating life transitions such as existential, trauma, relational issues. Together we will explore how past experiences shape your current thoughts, emotions and behavior and work towards your goals for change, meaning making and finding renewed purpose, connection, and vitality. I am licensed in CA and NY.
(424) 999-0532 View (424) 999-0532
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Baya L Mebarek
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92121
I specialize in helping singles, couples, and families dealing with communication, conflicts and other relational challenges.
I can help you learn to develop and sustain the relationship you have always wanted, re-discover the love that brought you together, heal the wounds that have severed your bond re-build the trust and intimacy, communicate honestly and respectfully, handle and resolve conflicts in a way that brings you closer to one another, and build shared meaning, and purpose for you and your family. Although challenging at times, making the decision to enter into therapy may help you move beyond your relationship pain and challenges and help you live your life more confidently, more passionately and more fully.
I specialize in helping singles, couples, and families dealing with communication, conflicts and other relational challenges.
I can help you learn to develop and sustain the relationship you have always wanted, re-discover the love that brought you together, heal the wounds that have severed your bond re-build the trust and intimacy, communicate honestly and respectfully, handle and resolve conflicts in a way that brings you closer to one another, and build shared meaning, and purpose for you and your family. Although challenging at times, making the decision to enter into therapy may help you move beyond your relationship pain and challenges and help you live your life more confidently, more passionately and more fully.
(858) 905-5966 View (858) 905-5966
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Omer Harari
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed approach with specialties in relational therapy, EMDR, attachment focused, and expressive arts.
I offer support for those who feel like they're carrying the weight of the world-maybe it's a past trauma, anxiety, or strained relationships. You could be wrestling with vulnerability, exploring identity in LGBTQ+ spaces, a couple striving for deeper connection, a creative looking to unleash your potential, or an expat navigating the challenges of living abroad. I provide a warm, non-judgemental space to unpack struggles, identify needs and narratives that no longer serve you, so that you can heal, connect, and thrive. By working together, we'll forge a strong foundation for lasting change and personal growth.
I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed approach with specialties in relational therapy, EMDR, attachment focused, and expressive arts.
I offer support for those who feel like they're carrying the weight of the world-maybe it's a past trauma, anxiety, or strained relationships. You could be wrestling with vulnerability, exploring identity in LGBTQ+ spaces, a couple striving for deeper connection, a creative looking to unleash your potential, or an expat navigating the challenges of living abroad. I provide a warm, non-judgemental space to unpack struggles, identify needs and narratives that no longer serve you, so that you can heal, connect, and thrive. By working together, we'll forge a strong foundation for lasting change and personal growth.
(323) 897-1230 View (323) 897-1230
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Sarah Azoulay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
My specialties include: zillennials ( gen-z & millennials), ADHD, codependency, attachment & relational challenges, career-counseling, academic and professional burn-out; individuals who are looking to not only gain more joy in their lives but a sense of meaning.
Life is hard and can be tricky to navigate. Sometimes we feel stuck repeating the same patterns over and over again. We might ask ourselves, what is wrong with us and will things ever change? That is where our work in therapy comes in. Our goal is to discover the roots of your challenges & build something new together.
My specialties include: zillennials ( gen-z & millennials), ADHD, codependency, attachment & relational challenges, career-counseling, academic and professional burn-out; individuals who are looking to not only gain more joy in their lives but a sense of meaning.
Life is hard and can be tricky to navigate. Sometimes we feel stuck repeating the same patterns over and over again. We might ask ourselves, what is wrong with us and will things ever change? That is where our work in therapy comes in. Our goal is to discover the roots of your challenges & build something new together.
(310) 361-3574 View (310) 361-3574
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Parisa Samii
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
I specialize in diverse issues including anxiety, depression, phase-of-life transitions, relational challenges, high intensity careers, and immigrants and first-gen Americans.
Do your instincts suggest that the status quo is not aligning with the life you envision? Perhaps you get through your days but cannot shake the feeling that your path could feel different. Contemplating a better future can be daunting. Now more than ever, people are feeling uncertain about finding their place and how to make the most of their relationships with others. I believe there is hope. I start by offering genuine curiosity in your unique story with an open-minded, collaborative approach.
I specialize in diverse issues including anxiety, depression, phase-of-life transitions, relational challenges, high intensity careers, and immigrants and first-gen Americans.
Do your instincts suggest that the status quo is not aligning with the life you envision? Perhaps you get through your days but cannot shake the feeling that your path could feel different. Contemplating a better future can be daunting. Now more than ever, people are feeling uncertain about finding their place and how to make the most of their relationships with others. I believe there is hope. I start by offering genuine curiosity in your unique story with an open-minded, collaborative approach.
(818) 572-9165 View (818) 572-9165
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Couple Journeys w/ Plant Medicine & Tantra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Take a startling psychological, spiritual quantum leap in your personal and relational life with a braid of psychotherapeutic power tools, meditation, an MDMA journey and profound Tantric practices. Shift from horsepower to rocket power for significant transformation with powerful practices. Take advantage of both ancient and the most advanced spiritual technologies. Obtain deep insight and understanding. Release unproductive patterns, dramatically elevate your love and discover your relationship’s higher purpose. Both Alexandra and I have enjoyed very significant transformations by engaging these practices. And glad to share them.
Take a startling psychological, spiritual quantum leap in your personal and relational life with a braid of psychotherapeutic power tools, meditation, an MDMA journey and profound Tantric practices. Shift from horsepower to rocket power for significant transformation with powerful practices. Take advantage of both ancient and the most advanced spiritual technologies. Obtain deep insight and understanding. Release unproductive patterns, dramatically elevate your love and discover your relationship’s higher purpose. Both Alexandra and I have enjoyed very significant transformations by engaging these practices. And glad to share them.
(415) 326-8256 View (415) 326-8256
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Alexandra Laifer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oceanside, CA 92054
As a clinical psychologist, I aim to help you achieve personal growth and well-being. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), employing mindfulness and other empirically-supported approaches to help you process and manage painful emotions as well as overcome the self-defeating patterns which often arise following the experience of traumatic events. I also specialize in relational and mindfulness-based approaches to treating interpersonal difficulties, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss while helping you to manage stress, academic difficulties, self-esteem issues, and life transitions.
As a clinical psychologist, I aim to help you achieve personal growth and well-being. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), employing mindfulness and other empirically-supported approaches to help you process and manage painful emotions as well as overcome the self-defeating patterns which often arise following the experience of traumatic events. I also specialize in relational and mindfulness-based approaches to treating interpersonal difficulties, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss while helping you to manage stress, academic difficulties, self-esteem issues, and life transitions.
(760) 268-9104 View (760) 268-9104
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Jenny Hannah: Buddhist and Depth Psychology
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Studio City, CA 91604
Accepting New Clients. As an integrative and holistic therapist, I invite shadow aspects of the individual and collective as tools for growth. I believe genuine healing comes from mindfulness awareness (being present to the experience of living), honoring emotions, cultural awareness, and curiosity. Relational approaches are at the foundation of my work, along with depth psychology (exploring how the unconscious shapes our thoughts and actions). When serviceable to explore, art and somatic based practices may be used, as these approaches can be a rich source of integration for artists and those in the healing profession.
Accepting New Clients. As an integrative and holistic therapist, I invite shadow aspects of the individual and collective as tools for growth. I believe genuine healing comes from mindfulness awareness (being present to the experience of living), honoring emotions, cultural awareness, and curiosity. Relational approaches are at the foundation of my work, along with depth psychology (exploring how the unconscious shapes our thoughts and actions). When serviceable to explore, art and somatic based practices may be used, as these approaches can be a rich source of integration for artists and those in the healing profession.
(213) 315-6252 View (213) 315-6252
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Amy Iskander
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230
I am passionate about addressing relational issues, teenage difficulties, trauma and abuse, anxiety and fear, and premarital preparation.
Life is full of joy and pain. And now may be a time in your life when pain is felt more strongly; the pain from worry, hurt, loss, failure, disconnection, or unfulfillment. We all have a deep yearning to understand ourselves and be understood, especially during those time. I would love to walk alongside you in this journey as you make sense of your pain and regain your joy.
I am passionate about addressing relational issues, teenage difficulties, trauma and abuse, anxiety and fear, and premarital preparation.
Life is full of joy and pain. And now may be a time in your life when pain is felt more strongly; the pain from worry, hurt, loss, failure, disconnection, or unfulfillment. We all have a deep yearning to understand ourselves and be understood, especially during those time. I would love to walk alongside you in this journey as you make sense of your pain and regain your joy.
(424) 532-8981 View (424) 532-8981
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Tannaz Eskandari
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Waitlist for new clients
I know that finding a therapist can feel overwhelming and I hope to help you along that journey. My name is Tannaz and I am deeply passionate about all things mind-body wellness. My practice focuses on working with young adults, health professionals, and couples and my work is centered around improving emotional and relational health. I strive to provide high quality therapeutic services that are holistic and individualized and I specialize in challenges relating to anxiety (i.e. OCD, panic attacks, social anxiety), self-esteem, professional identity development, and dating.
I know that finding a therapist can feel overwhelming and I hope to help you along that journey. My name is Tannaz and I am deeply passionate about all things mind-body wellness. My practice focuses on working with young adults, health professionals, and couples and my work is centered around improving emotional and relational health. I strive to provide high quality therapeutic services that are holistic and individualized and I specialize in challenges relating to anxiety (i.e. OCD, panic attacks, social anxiety), self-esteem, professional identity development, and dating.
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Maureen Moustapha
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92562  (Online Only)
We often have to operate our bodies to navigate and perform in a world that does not reflect or sometimes support our inner realities/preferences. This can result in relational struggles, stress, anxiety, depression and more.
We often have to operate our bodies to navigate and perform in a world that does not reflect or sometimes support our inner realities/preferences. This can result in relational struggles, stress, anxiety, depression and more.
(951) 397-2352 View (951) 397-2352
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Kelly Royere
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92612
I approach my work from a solution-focused, relational, and attachment lens.
Hi, I’m Kelly. I am an associate marriage and family therapist (AMFT) based in CA. I’m a warm, compassionate, and an LGBTQIA affirmative therapist who enjoys working collaboratively with my clients to help them achieve their therapeutic goals. I specialize in working with women and couples to help them improve, empower, and help them achieve satisfying relationships.
I approach my work from a solution-focused, relational, and attachment lens.
Hi, I’m Kelly. I am an associate marriage and family therapist (AMFT) based in CA. I’m a warm, compassionate, and an LGBTQIA affirmative therapist who enjoys working collaboratively with my clients to help them achieve their therapeutic goals. I specialize in working with women and couples to help them improve, empower, and help them achieve satisfying relationships.
(949) 799-3358 View (949) 799-3358
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Andrew Sidoli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SUDCC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025  (Online Only)
This is a very unsettling time for many and being able to help my clients find their footing in such an uncertain time is my passion. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction and trauma. My approach is to provide a safe, non judgmental space for growth to occur. I am comfortable working with individuals and couples, and often explore and help resolve maladaptive patterns, cognitions, and intimacy issues that many people struggle with. I help clients identify their goals, develop a plan, and encouragement and accountability to implement that plan, tweaking along the way if needed.
This is a very unsettling time for many and being able to help my clients find their footing in such an uncertain time is my passion. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction and trauma. My approach is to provide a safe, non judgmental space for growth to occur. I am comfortable working with individuals and couples, and often explore and help resolve maladaptive patterns, cognitions, and intimacy issues that many people struggle with. I help clients identify their goals, develop a plan, and encouragement and accountability to implement that plan, tweaking along the way if needed.
(310) 361-9758 View (310) 361-9758
Relational Therapists

How does relational therapy work?

Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.

Is relational therapy evidence-based?

Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.

How long are people typically in relational therapy?

Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.

Does relational therapy work?

While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.