Self-Harming Therapists in Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA
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Inez Tiger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90036
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, working with adults, children, adolescents, and families in my private practice. Some of the issues I address include: depression, anxiety, learning and behavioral challenges, bullying and conflict with peers, divorce, step-families, death of a parent or sibling, sexual, emotional or physical abuse, school refusal and school phobia, self-harming behaviors, life transitions and identity. In addition to my private practice, I have over two decades of experience working as a teacher, school counselor, Middle School Principal, Council Facilitator and currently as Director of Wellness.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, working with adults, children, adolescents, and families in my private practice. Some of the issues I address include: depression, anxiety, learning and behavioral challenges, bullying and conflict with peers, divorce, step-families, death of a parent or sibling, sexual, emotional or physical abuse, school refusal and school phobia, self-harming behaviors, life transitions and identity. In addition to my private practice, I have over two decades of experience working as a teacher, school counselor, Middle School Principal, Council Facilitator and currently as Director of Wellness.
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James A. Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, CCATP
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
My work with couples, founded on the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy, utilizes cutting-edge research in neuroscience, attachment theory & arousal regulation.
"Time does not heal all wounds; it just gives them space to sink into the subconscious, where they continue to impact your emotions and behavior. What heals is going inward, loving yourself, accepting yourself, listening to your needs, addressing your attachments and emotional history and following your intuition" (Yung Pueblo). I partner with my clients to help them find their voice, tell their story, re-engage their strengths and cultivate new ways to stay mindful and grounded—no matter what life throws at them. I work with couples and adults suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship challenges and LGBTQI-related issues.
My work with couples, founded on the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy, utilizes cutting-edge research in neuroscience, attachment theory & arousal regulation.
"Time does not heal all wounds; it just gives them space to sink into the subconscious, where they continue to impact your emotions and behavior. What heals is going inward, loving yourself, accepting yourself, listening to your needs, addressing your attachments and emotional history and following your intuition" (Yung Pueblo). I partner with my clients to help them find their voice, tell their story, re-engage their strengths and cultivate new ways to stay mindful and grounded—no matter what life throws at them. I work with couples and adults suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship challenges and LGBTQI-related issues.
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Jayce Matthew Geesey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
I help creative and motivated individuals who are struggling with self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, and difficulty in relationships. If you're struggling to live with more authenticity, confidence and wellness, it is my mission to help you shift away from what is keeping you stuck and guide you into a lived experience of thriving and fulfillment. You won't be alone in the process as we will work collaboratively to help you discover a new path forward that leads to healing and growth.
I help creative and motivated individuals who are struggling with self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, and difficulty in relationships. If you're struggling to live with more authenticity, confidence and wellness, it is my mission to help you shift away from what is keeping you stuck and guide you into a lived experience of thriving and fulfillment. You won't be alone in the process as we will work collaboratively to help you discover a new path forward that leads to healing and growth.
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Chaya Krinsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
You look put together, present yourself well, but are privately struggling. Your problems may not be immediately apparent to others, but internally you have a hard time with accepting yourself, being present in your life, and with finding joy. You work hard and are constantly juggling an array of tasks, but your relationships are sluggish and you feel overwhelmed and disconnected. You may be struggling with parenting and wonder why your intimate relationships, or the lack thereof, are so damn hard. You do not feel content and question whether you're good enough to do life well.
You look put together, present yourself well, but are privately struggling. Your problems may not be immediately apparent to others, but internally you have a hard time with accepting yourself, being present in your life, and with finding joy. You work hard and are constantly juggling an array of tasks, but your relationships are sluggish and you feel overwhelmed and disconnected. You may be struggling with parenting and wonder why your intimate relationships, or the lack thereof, are so damn hard. You do not feel content and question whether you're good enough to do life well.
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Rachel Rankin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90010
Thank you for visiting my page today. I look forward to learning about you and hope I can help you on your journey of self-discovery. Navigating life after trauma, grief, or any life adjustment can bring a plethora of emotions to the surface in ways that can feel isolating and stressful. Whether it be anxiety, depression, anger, grief, or interpersonal relationship stress, talk therapy can help to find yourself again. Although I am passionate about helping those affected by Complex PTSD, Anxiety, Addiction, and Eating Disorders, I utilize DBT, CBT, and Narrative techniques for all my clients in an effort to find peace.
Thank you for visiting my page today. I look forward to learning about you and hope I can help you on your journey of self-discovery. Navigating life after trauma, grief, or any life adjustment can bring a plethora of emotions to the surface in ways that can feel isolating and stressful. Whether it be anxiety, depression, anger, grief, or interpersonal relationship stress, talk therapy can help to find yourself again. Although I am passionate about helping those affected by Complex PTSD, Anxiety, Addiction, and Eating Disorders, I utilize DBT, CBT, and Narrative techniques for all my clients in an effort to find peace.
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Jinous Berjis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist providing individual and family psychotherapy for children, adolescents & adults, with an expertise in Early Intervention & Neurodivergent children. Conducts school observations, provides consultations & strategies to parents and teachers of children presenting with learning differences, neurodiversity, as well as children with social, emotional and behavioral challenges. Provides direct guidance to families seeking assistance in navigating the IEP (Individualized Education Plan) process & special education programs. Provides resources and connects clients to multidisciplinary help as needed.
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist providing individual and family psychotherapy for children, adolescents & adults, with an expertise in Early Intervention & Neurodivergent children. Conducts school observations, provides consultations & strategies to parents and teachers of children presenting with learning differences, neurodiversity, as well as children with social, emotional and behavioral challenges. Provides direct guidance to families seeking assistance in navigating the IEP (Individualized Education Plan) process & special education programs. Provides resources and connects clients to multidisciplinary help as needed.
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Kameron Marquise Birch
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90010
Hi I'm Kameron Associate Clinical Social Worker who has worked in Intensive Inpatient, Outpatient & Enhanced Residential Service facilities. I have spent my time serving adults who were living in transitional housing shelters & have been struggling with anger management, anxiety, stress, grief, and PTSD through assault or sexual abuse. I have also worked with individuals who have been diagnosed with Schizophrenia, Major Depressive Disorder, & varying Personality Disorders. I am highly passionate and privileged to be able to provide my therapeutic services to individuals looking to start or continue their journey!
Hi I'm Kameron Associate Clinical Social Worker who has worked in Intensive Inpatient, Outpatient & Enhanced Residential Service facilities. I have spent my time serving adults who were living in transitional housing shelters & have been struggling with anger management, anxiety, stress, grief, and PTSD through assault or sexual abuse. I have also worked with individuals who have been diagnosed with Schizophrenia, Major Depressive Disorder, & varying Personality Disorders. I am highly passionate and privileged to be able to provide my therapeutic services to individuals looking to start or continue their journey!
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Darcy Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
Imagine grappling with constant worry, high self-expectations, or the pressure to seek approval from others. Whether it's the stress of school, work, or social demands, you need a nurturing, nonjudgmental space to face these challenges. You’re looking to reconnect with your authentic self, set healthy boundaries, and build genuine self-worth, all while navigating life's demands with newfound confidence.
Imagine grappling with constant worry, high self-expectations, or the pressure to seek approval from others. Whether it's the stress of school, work, or social demands, you need a nurturing, nonjudgmental space to face these challenges. You’re looking to reconnect with your authentic self, set healthy boundaries, and build genuine self-worth, all while navigating life's demands with newfound confidence.
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Benyapa Bakewell
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90010
I am a therapist dedicated to providing support through a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive lens. My experience includes work with both youth and adults navigating trauma/abuse, grief and loss, depression, and anxiety. I work with individuals of varying backgrounds/experiences, and strive to ground our collaborative work in empowerment, creativity, and authentic expression. I specialize in supporting individuals who experience, or have experienced, various forms of abuse. My work utilizes psychoeducation, art, music, and mindful movement to weave together your multifaceted story.
I am a therapist dedicated to providing support through a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive lens. My experience includes work with both youth and adults navigating trauma/abuse, grief and loss, depression, and anxiety. I work with individuals of varying backgrounds/experiences, and strive to ground our collaborative work in empowerment, creativity, and authentic expression. I specialize in supporting individuals who experience, or have experienced, various forms of abuse. My work utilizes psychoeducation, art, music, and mindful movement to weave together your multifaceted story.
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Thomas Charles Keenan-Hunt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
41 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Are you feeling stuck in relationships, jobs, or entrenched beliefs about yourself that may not be valid? Unhealthy thoughts, feelings, behaviors and attachments can create patterns that lead to anxiety, depression, addiction and more. The definition of insanity is “doing the same thing over and over, expecting different results.” If you want to break the cycle, therapy can be a powerful tool in helping you identify problem areas and begin your personal transformation. The process begins with having someone who will listen, understand your needs, uncover stressors and seek solutions.
Are you feeling stuck in relationships, jobs, or entrenched beliefs about yourself that may not be valid? Unhealthy thoughts, feelings, behaviors and attachments can create patterns that lead to anxiety, depression, addiction and more. The definition of insanity is “doing the same thing over and over, expecting different results.” If you want to break the cycle, therapy can be a powerful tool in helping you identify problem areas and begin your personal transformation. The process begins with having someone who will listen, understand your needs, uncover stressors and seek solutions.
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Rachel Feldman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
If you identify as Polyamorous/Non-monogamous, Kinky, Queer/Trans or Anti-capitalist, you already know the tyrannical way normativity polices “Others” who deviate from conventional cultural scripts. Even more so when your preferred expressions of intimacy and embodiment are deemed “problematic”. I do not equate “healthy” with “normal”. Nor am I prescriptive about how you ought to experience your life & relationships. Living along the fringes of normativity isn’t an easy choice. But it can be a worthy choice, fulfilling and purposeful! And yet it may also be accompanied by high costs that feel compromising to dignity & self-worth.
If you identify as Polyamorous/Non-monogamous, Kinky, Queer/Trans or Anti-capitalist, you already know the tyrannical way normativity polices “Others” who deviate from conventional cultural scripts. Even more so when your preferred expressions of intimacy and embodiment are deemed “problematic”. I do not equate “healthy” with “normal”. Nor am I prescriptive about how you ought to experience your life & relationships. Living along the fringes of normativity isn’t an easy choice. But it can be a worthy choice, fulfilling and purposeful! And yet it may also be accompanied by high costs that feel compromising to dignity & self-worth.
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Jennifer Gural
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LPC, LAADC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
I help clients understand their behaviors, habits, addictions, and attitudes. I utilize evidenced-based therapies and motivational enhancement techniques to assist clients in shedding the behaviors and habits that have been holding while facilitating work towards positive life change and goal achievement. In addition to my focus on addiction, I work with a variety of other mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I also serve as leader and facilitator of addiction groups, support groups, mindfulness groups and moderation management groups at Coast Psychological Services.
I help clients understand their behaviors, habits, addictions, and attitudes. I utilize evidenced-based therapies and motivational enhancement techniques to assist clients in shedding the behaviors and habits that have been holding while facilitating work towards positive life change and goal achievement. In addition to my focus on addiction, I work with a variety of other mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I also serve as leader and facilitator of addiction groups, support groups, mindfulness groups and moderation management groups at Coast Psychological Services.
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Shahtaj Khan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90010
My goal is to empower individuals by helping them tap into their inner strengths and resilience. As a first-generation immigrant and a non-binary individual, I understand the complexities faced by people with multiple identities, which fuels my commitment to creating a safe and affirming space for healing and growth. I incorporate a decolonized approach that acknowledges and challenges the harmful impacts of colonization on individuals' mental well-being. By centering the experiences and perspectives of marginalized communities, I aim to promote healing and empowerment.
My goal is to empower individuals by helping them tap into their inner strengths and resilience. As a first-generation immigrant and a non-binary individual, I understand the complexities faced by people with multiple identities, which fuels my commitment to creating a safe and affirming space for healing and growth. I incorporate a decolonized approach that acknowledges and challenges the harmful impacts of colonization on individuals' mental well-being. By centering the experiences and perspectives of marginalized communities, I aim to promote healing and empowerment.
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Alexander Uhlmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
I know that beginning psychotherapy can feel scary. I hope to provide a space that feels warm, non-judgmental and helpful. I tend to work with adults, adolescents and couples who are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and many of the other effects and challenges of the world we live in. Overall, I believe that navigating these experiences feels better when we get to work through them with someone else.
I know that beginning psychotherapy can feel scary. I hope to provide a space that feels warm, non-judgmental and helpful. I tend to work with adults, adolescents and couples who are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and many of the other effects and challenges of the world we live in. Overall, I believe that navigating these experiences feels better when we get to work through them with someone else.
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Aubri Gomez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
Maybe you are acknowledging that old patterns of behavior or thinking are no longer serving you and are instead causing you discomfort or even distress. Maybe you are facing new challenges and are motivated to enhance your skill set to cope with them. In any case, I am ready to join you on your journey of redefining purpose in your life and making meaningful change.
Maybe you are acknowledging that old patterns of behavior or thinking are no longer serving you and are instead causing you discomfort or even distress. Maybe you are facing new challenges and are motivated to enhance your skill set to cope with them. In any case, I am ready to join you on your journey of redefining purpose in your life and making meaningful change.
Mari Ann Fortuna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90010
I believe the relationship between therapist and client is essential in understanding the underlying issues affecting one's obstacles to personal growth and happiness. It is my goal to provide a calm space and safe relationship towards that end. Working with adults, young adults and families for more than 20 years has given me a breadth of experience that I bring to the therapeutic relationship. I have particular experience with early trauma and PTSD; depression/anxiety; life transitions; addiction related symptoms; and, relationship issues.
I believe the relationship between therapist and client is essential in understanding the underlying issues affecting one's obstacles to personal growth and happiness. It is my goal to provide a calm space and safe relationship towards that end. Working with adults, young adults and families for more than 20 years has given me a breadth of experience that I bring to the therapeutic relationship. I have particular experience with early trauma and PTSD; depression/anxiety; life transitions; addiction related symptoms; and, relationship issues.
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Michelle Chong
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
These are difficult times navigating the on-going effects of the pandemic, US politics, climate change, and other global issues - all on top of your daily struggles. Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed or fatigued? Are your relationships under stress? Are you dealing with job insecurity or a career change? If you're in need of support and looking to make some sense of these trying times, then please reach out. Together we can identify the problems you are experiencing, and find ways to make sustainable, meaningful changes and find personal growth.
These are difficult times navigating the on-going effects of the pandemic, US politics, climate change, and other global issues - all on top of your daily struggles. Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed or fatigued? Are your relationships under stress? Are you dealing with job insecurity or a career change? If you're in need of support and looking to make some sense of these trying times, then please reach out. Together we can identify the problems you are experiencing, and find ways to make sustainable, meaningful changes and find personal growth.
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Paragon Psychotherapy, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90020
Every therapeutic relationship and moment in session, is expressly unique. One that is devoted exclusively to you where memories of the past stream into thoughts of the future and all is said in a protected, confidential space. Whether you are dealing with relationship or trauma issues, or seeking treatment for various symptoms, the therapists at Paragon can help you to clarify underlying feelings reveal patterns - make the unconscious conscious. In doing so, therapy can enhance a person's sense of empowerment, enrich relationship experiences, illuminate the Self.
Every therapeutic relationship and moment in session, is expressly unique. One that is devoted exclusively to you where memories of the past stream into thoughts of the future and all is said in a protected, confidential space. Whether you are dealing with relationship or trauma issues, or seeking treatment for various symptoms, the therapists at Paragon can help you to clarify underlying feelings reveal patterns - make the unconscious conscious. In doing so, therapy can enhance a person's sense of empowerment, enrich relationship experiences, illuminate the Self.
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Sophie De Figueiredo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a primary specialty in adolescent and young adult mental health, as well as extensive experience treating adults and families. As a psychologist at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, I primarily treat individuals and families with various mental health issues specific to teens, young adults transitioning to adulthood, as well as chronic medical conditions. In my private practice, I provide treatment to individuals (10+) and families that emphasizes increasing overall well-being, emotional health, and life satisfaction by strengthening coping skills, positive self-image, mood and overall daily functioning.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a primary specialty in adolescent and young adult mental health, as well as extensive experience treating adults and families. As a psychologist at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, I primarily treat individuals and families with various mental health issues specific to teens, young adults transitioning to adulthood, as well as chronic medical conditions. In my private practice, I provide treatment to individuals (10+) and families that emphasizes increasing overall well-being, emotional health, and life satisfaction by strengthening coping skills, positive self-image, mood and overall daily functioning.
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Elijah N Geiger
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Mid Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA 90004
Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, or confused? Are you tired of repeating the same cycles? My work centers on increasing awareness in the present moment to help meet life's obstacles and challenges. I believe that becoming more fully present moves through barriers to well-being and can open previously hidden pathways to inner understanding. Working with thoughts, feelings, and emotions, we uncover the past and discover our connections to ourselves and our community. My work focuses on spirituality, existential considerations, relationships, family of origin patterns and history, trauma, sexuality, and gender exploration.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, or confused? Are you tired of repeating the same cycles? My work centers on increasing awareness in the present moment to help meet life's obstacles and challenges. I believe that becoming more fully present moves through barriers to well-being and can open previously hidden pathways to inner understanding. Working with thoughts, feelings, and emotions, we uncover the past and discover our connections to ourselves and our community. My work focuses on spirituality, existential considerations, relationships, family of origin patterns and history, trauma, sexuality, and gender exploration.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.