Psychoanalytic Therapists in Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA
Gila Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA 90048 (Online Only)
You hide it well. You dress the part. You focus on other people so they won't focus on you. You do well professionally and it distracts you from how deeply alone you feel. Often if seems easier to pretend that you're OK, but deep down... you hope for something more. I specialize in psychoanalytic psychotherapy with adults who struggle with shame, depression, suicidality, divorce, anger, anxiety, isolation, or estrangment from family members. I also specialize in working with friends and family members of narcissistic personalities.
You hide it well. You dress the part. You focus on other people so they won't focus on you. You do well professionally and it distracts you from how deeply alone you feel. Often if seems easier to pretend that you're OK, but deep down... you hope for something more. I specialize in psychoanalytic psychotherapy with adults who struggle with shame, depression, suicidality, divorce, anger, anxiety, isolation, or estrangment from family members. I also specialize in working with friends and family members of narcissistic personalities.
I work from a psychoanalytic or psychodynamic perspective which allows us to get underneath your symptoms to the core of your difficulties, and to get more in touch with your true self.
All new beginnings are difficult. I commend you on taking this first big step toward initiating the change you seek in your life. You may be depressed or anxious, dissatisfied at work or in relationship, or frustrated with your own efforts to change. Together, we will thoughtfully examine your situation and gain insight. I will foster your internal growth and help you cultivate your capacity to thrive in your outside life.
I work from a psychoanalytic or psychodynamic perspective which allows us to get underneath your symptoms to the core of your difficulties, and to get more in touch with your true self.
All new beginnings are difficult. I commend you on taking this first big step toward initiating the change you seek in your life. You may be depressed or anxious, dissatisfied at work or in relationship, or frustrated with your own efforts to change. Together, we will thoughtfully examine your situation and gain insight. I will foster your internal growth and help you cultivate your capacity to thrive in your outside life.
Oliver Viboolkij & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA 90048
I draw from Psychoanalytic, Existential and Cognitive therapy to inform and direct treatment.
Unlike psychiatry where medication is prescribed to prevent your feelings from being experienced, my practice is focused on understanding what our symptoms are telling us with the intent to implement personal change within ourselves and/or our environments. Professionally bringing our attention to psychological symptoms puts us in direct contact with conflicts we may not be aware of, which enables us to make conscious-informed choices.
I draw from Psychoanalytic, Existential and Cognitive therapy to inform and direct treatment.
Unlike psychiatry where medication is prescribed to prevent your feelings from being experienced, my practice is focused on understanding what our symptoms are telling us with the intent to implement personal change within ourselves and/or our environments. Professionally bringing our attention to psychological symptoms puts us in direct contact with conflicts we may not be aware of, which enables us to make conscious-informed choices.
Eliana Lev Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Are you anxiously waiting for the other shoe to drop and can’t let yourself feel at ease? Maybe relationships feel fragile, so you overextend yourself so as not to disappoint others. If you struggle to ask for what you want/need, I can help you change these deeply ingrained patterns. In therapy we will focus on building a trusting relationship so we can explore the underlying causes for your emotional suffering, which are often unconscious. Common issues I work with are anxiety, self-esteem, perfectionism, relationship challenges, codependency, grief, trauma, and depression. Relief is possible and you don't have do this alone!
Are you anxiously waiting for the other shoe to drop and can’t let yourself feel at ease? Maybe relationships feel fragile, so you overextend yourself so as not to disappoint others. If you struggle to ask for what you want/need, I can help you change these deeply ingrained patterns. In therapy we will focus on building a trusting relationship so we can explore the underlying causes for your emotional suffering, which are often unconscious. Common issues I work with are anxiety, self-esteem, perfectionism, relationship challenges, codependency, grief, trauma, and depression. Relief is possible and you don't have do this alone!
Catherine F May
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA 90048 (Online Only)
**Currently accepting new clients** In my practice, I specialize in helping women through trauma and life transitions, whether that be maternity, pre/post-natal, or grief. I believe a successful therapeutic relationship is created in partnership with each client to foster safety, compassion, and growth. An effective therapy process provides space for transforming your pain and distress into a capacity for stronger coping skills, more satisfying relationships, and a more authentic sense of self. When a person actively engages the world with authenticity, it will increase their awareness, self-confidence, and sense of self.
**Currently accepting new clients** In my practice, I specialize in helping women through trauma and life transitions, whether that be maternity, pre/post-natal, or grief. I believe a successful therapeutic relationship is created in partnership with each client to foster safety, compassion, and growth. An effective therapy process provides space for transforming your pain and distress into a capacity for stronger coping skills, more satisfying relationships, and a more authentic sense of self. When a person actively engages the world with authenticity, it will increase their awareness, self-confidence, and sense of self.
Jamie Elizabeth Weiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-500
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Meaningful change happens when we feel supported, confident, & ready. My process helps people clearly define what they really want in their lives & then supports them on that journey. Old limiting beliefs, often born out of trauma, can keep us stuck in a cycle of unhappiness. Together we will build a safe relationship so you can explore what no longer serves you. Doing this in a safe relationship allows your brain to create new neuropathways & your body to release trauma. Through mindfulness, body awareness, & compassionate analysis we will deepen the mind-body connection so you can find the inner space you need to make real change.
Meaningful change happens when we feel supported, confident, & ready. My process helps people clearly define what they really want in their lives & then supports them on that journey. Old limiting beliefs, often born out of trauma, can keep us stuck in a cycle of unhappiness. Together we will build a safe relationship so you can explore what no longer serves you. Doing this in a safe relationship allows your brain to create new neuropathways & your body to release trauma. Through mindfulness, body awareness, & compassionate analysis we will deepen the mind-body connection so you can find the inner space you need to make real change.
Marsha Tilles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Starting therapy and picking a therapist can be stressful. Think about our first meeting simply as a conversation. Whether you're choosing a new career, getting in/out of a relationship, or mourning the loss of a loved one, it's often helpful to talk to an objective person outside of your family or friend group to understand what is going on and to create new, positive coping skills. In my practice, I see adults and couples. I bring my extensive education, training and experience as a social worker and contemporary psychoanalyst to our work.
Starting therapy and picking a therapist can be stressful. Think about our first meeting simply as a conversation. Whether you're choosing a new career, getting in/out of a relationship, or mourning the loss of a loved one, it's often helpful to talk to an objective person outside of your family or friend group to understand what is going on and to create new, positive coping skills. In my practice, I see adults and couples. I bring my extensive education, training and experience as a social worker and contemporary psychoanalyst to our work.
Dr. Elisa Rabinow
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA 90035
Hi, I’m Dr. Elisa Rabinow, with a deep understanding of the human psyche and a passion for helping others to reach their full potential within themselves and within their relationships, I strive to provide a safe and nurturing space for individuals to explore their inner world and cultivate positive change. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated, introspective, and interested in delving in deeper to issues occurring in daily life.
Hi, I’m Dr. Elisa Rabinow, with a deep understanding of the human psyche and a passion for helping others to reach their full potential within themselves and within their relationships, I strive to provide a safe and nurturing space for individuals to explore their inner world and cultivate positive change. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated, introspective, and interested in delving in deeper to issues occurring in daily life.
Ilene Weingarten
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA 90048
If you are experiencing a crossroads or crisis in your life that makes it harder to enjoy life or to function, therapy can help. Whether you are seeking immediate tools to become calmer, deeper healing, or personal growth, I will work with you to understand the source of your pain, mine your inner resources, and provide new perspectives and coping skills to help relieve you from suffering and increase ease.
If you are experiencing a crossroads or crisis in your life that makes it harder to enjoy life or to function, therapy can help. Whether you are seeking immediate tools to become calmer, deeper healing, or personal growth, I will work with you to understand the source of your pain, mine your inner resources, and provide new perspectives and coping skills to help relieve you from suffering and increase ease.
I believe that therapy works well when it is a collaborative process. Finding a therapist you trust is key, as I see the relationship between therapist and client as the foundation for positive change.
I believe that therapy works well when it is a collaborative process. Finding a therapist you trust is key, as I see the relationship between therapist and client as the foundation for positive change.
Brad Gilmore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Growing up in a narcissistically-oriented home, you had to learn how to read people well. Although reading others is a strength, it has also led to a lack of identity and sense of self. Establishing healthy boundaries was something you never learned how to do, which has led to dysfunctional relationships. You’ve faced harsh criticism from people who were meant to lift you up, so instead of feeling supported, you’ve gained anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. This compounding stress from difficult relationships has left you feeling exhausted. You wish you knew how to stop this cycle of emotional abuse.
Growing up in a narcissistically-oriented home, you had to learn how to read people well. Although reading others is a strength, it has also led to a lack of identity and sense of self. Establishing healthy boundaries was something you never learned how to do, which has led to dysfunctional relationships. You’ve faced harsh criticism from people who were meant to lift you up, so instead of feeling supported, you’ve gained anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. This compounding stress from difficult relationships has left you feeling exhausted. You wish you knew how to stop this cycle of emotional abuse.
Kevin Gruenberg
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA 90048
In life, relationships matter most. Connected relationships expand one's capacity for growth, self understanding and ability to form meaningful bonds. My work focuses on building relationships that deepen my patients sense of vitality, as well as their ability to see themselves and others more clearly. I will help forge new possibilities, and amplify courage and grit.
In life, relationships matter most. Connected relationships expand one's capacity for growth, self understanding and ability to form meaningful bonds. My work focuses on building relationships that deepen my patients sense of vitality, as well as their ability to see themselves and others more clearly. I will help forge new possibilities, and amplify courage and grit.
Sophie Davis-Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Carthay Square, Los Angeles, CA 90048
I value the bravery it takes to prioritize mental health care and listen to the part of yourself seeking change. Psychotherapy is a collaborative relationship dedicated to your growth, focused on your goals, and fueled by curiosity. In therapy we cultivate a safe space to tend to your thoughts, emotions, and what you’re dealing with. To foster lasting change, we work to understand the causes of your symptoms and the dynamics of your emotional life.
I value the bravery it takes to prioritize mental health care and listen to the part of yourself seeking change. Psychotherapy is a collaborative relationship dedicated to your growth, focused on your goals, and fueled by curiosity. In therapy we cultivate a safe space to tend to your thoughts, emotions, and what you’re dealing with. To foster lasting change, we work to understand the causes of your symptoms and the dynamics of your emotional life.
Online Therapists
Diana M Georger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Waitlist for new clients
I provide therapy to patients of all ages suffering with anxiety and depression. I help patients going through life transitions. Within a trusting therapeutic relationship, the exploration of dreams and unconscious drives proves effective for a deeper understanding of challenges and blocks. Psychoanalytic, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Play Therapy, Sand Tray and Art are theories that are core to my approach.
I provide therapy to patients of all ages suffering with anxiety and depression. I help patients going through life transitions. Within a trusting therapeutic relationship, the exploration of dreams and unconscious drives proves effective for a deeper understanding of challenges and blocks. Psychoanalytic, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Play Therapy, Sand Tray and Art are theories that are core to my approach.
Ben Kennedy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90027
My approach to therapy is relational, trauma-informed and guided by contemporary psychoanalytic theory.
“It is a joy to be hidden and a disaster not to be found.” -D.W. Winnicott. Sometimes parts of ourselves remain hidden for far too long—due to circumstance, fear, or habit—but being truly seen is what allows for growth and healing. Therapy is not about fitting into a mold, but about authentic self-expression and uncovering what it means to be you. Symptoms are invitations for curiosity and care. Together we will identify core issues and help you discover choices that empower you to actively engage with the world. We will draw on your natural strengths to support you during this process, embracing the fullness of who you are.
My approach to therapy is relational, trauma-informed and guided by contemporary psychoanalytic theory.
“It is a joy to be hidden and a disaster not to be found.” -D.W. Winnicott. Sometimes parts of ourselves remain hidden for far too long—due to circumstance, fear, or habit—but being truly seen is what allows for growth and healing. Therapy is not about fitting into a mold, but about authentic self-expression and uncovering what it means to be you. Symptoms are invitations for curiosity and care. Together we will identify core issues and help you discover choices that empower you to actively engage with the world. We will draw on your natural strengths to support you during this process, embracing the fullness of who you are.
Laura Gillespie
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90042
My typical client is no stranger to phrases like "you’re over-thinking it" and "too smart for your own good." They are gifted thinkers and problem solvers beginning to understand that the problems they face aren't ones they can just think their way out of. I practice a form of psychoanalytic psychotherapy informed by my own warm, Midwestern sensibility. I believe in the power of this approach to foster deep transformation and lasting improvement, even when other forms of treatment have failed. I have experienced this power time and again, both personally and in my work with clients.
My typical client is no stranger to phrases like "you’re over-thinking it" and "too smart for your own good." They are gifted thinkers and problem solvers beginning to understand that the problems they face aren't ones they can just think their way out of. I practice a form of psychoanalytic psychotherapy informed by my own warm, Midwestern sensibility. I believe in the power of this approach to foster deep transformation and lasting improvement, even when other forms of treatment have failed. I have experienced this power time and again, both personally and in my work with clients.
Welcome to my office! I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist who is committed to helping individuals attain lasting and profound change. What is psychoanalytic psychotherapy? It’s a way of understanding ourselves and our difficulties by looking at our motivations, what’s beneath the surface, and how our past plays a role in our current struggles. I believe that our symptoms are important communication. They serve a purpose and it takes time to understand their complexity.
Welcome to my office! I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist who is committed to helping individuals attain lasting and profound change. What is psychoanalytic psychotherapy? It’s a way of understanding ourselves and our difficulties by looking at our motivations, what’s beneath the surface, and how our past plays a role in our current struggles. I believe that our symptoms are important communication. They serve a purpose and it takes time to understand their complexity.
I am a Counseling Psychologist and psychoanalytic psychotherapist with a special interest in helping artists, writers, actors, musicians and creative spirits of all types achieve their full potential. I am also interested in working with men around issues of fatherhood, masculinity, and relationships. I have completed specialized training working with college, medical, and professional students (UCLA and USC Health Science Campus), as well as veterans (Minneapolis and Milwaukee VA).
I am a Counseling Psychologist and psychoanalytic psychotherapist with a special interest in helping artists, writers, actors, musicians and creative spirits of all types achieve their full potential. I am also interested in working with men around issues of fatherhood, masculinity, and relationships. I have completed specialized training working with college, medical, and professional students (UCLA and USC Health Science Campus), as well as veterans (Minneapolis and Milwaukee VA).
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Julie Michaelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Online Only)
My psychotherapy approach is informed from a relational, intersubjective, and contemporary psychoanalytic frame of reference.
Patients who come to seek treatment from me are often looking for help with depression, anxiety, self esteem and relationship struggles that have been either life long or situational. I work with patients who are interested in the safety and trust of a therapy relationship that offers in-depth exploration of emotional and relational issues, gaining insight into the underlying causes of symptoms and patterns, developing a better relationship to self and others, ultimately establishing greater satisfaction and peace in going through the world. website: juliemichaelsontherapy.com
My psychotherapy approach is informed from a relational, intersubjective, and contemporary psychoanalytic frame of reference.
Patients who come to seek treatment from me are often looking for help with depression, anxiety, self esteem and relationship struggles that have been either life long or situational. I work with patients who are interested in the safety and trust of a therapy relationship that offers in-depth exploration of emotional and relational issues, gaining insight into the underlying causes of symptoms and patterns, developing a better relationship to self and others, ultimately establishing greater satisfaction and peace in going through the world. website: juliemichaelsontherapy.com
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Psychoanalytic Therapists
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.