Relationship Issues Therapists in Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA
Jaime Ramirez (He Him His)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031
I work with people who felt stuck while experiencing a challenging moment in life, such as the end of a relationship, job, or living arrangement, personal, generational, and professional changes, gender issues, sexual identity, gender transition, shifts in the relationship with substance use and irresistible urges and behaviors.
As a post modern thinker, I believe that each person has the skills and strengths to create an affirmative narrative, that is not based on negative self-talk or unproductive messages. I like holding conversations that will spark curiosity and explore opportunities to author your new stories.
I work with people who felt stuck while experiencing a challenging moment in life, such as the end of a relationship, job, or living arrangement, personal, generational, and professional changes, gender issues, sexual identity, gender transition, shifts in the relationship with substance use and irresistible urges and behaviors.
As a post modern thinker, I believe that each person has the skills and strengths to create an affirmative narrative, that is not based on negative self-talk or unproductive messages. I like holding conversations that will spark curiosity and explore opportunities to author your new stories.
Marina Skegin-Sipes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90096
My wide ranged experience offers expertise in the following areas of therapy: Individual Therapy, Marriage/Couples Counseling, Relationship Issues, Work/Personal Life Balance, Anxiety and Stress Management, Dealing with Loss Grief Counseling, Divorce Recovery, Life Transitions, Parenting Issues. In over 20 years, I worked in psychiatric hospital settings, outpatient Day Treatment Programs, adolescent residential placements, and private practice supporting patients diagnosed with Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, different types of Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality, Dual Diagnoses, and more
My wide ranged experience offers expertise in the following areas of therapy: Individual Therapy, Marriage/Couples Counseling, Relationship Issues, Work/Personal Life Balance, Anxiety and Stress Management, Dealing with Loss Grief Counseling, Divorce Recovery, Life Transitions, Parenting Issues. In over 20 years, I worked in psychiatric hospital settings, outpatient Day Treatment Programs, adolescent residential placements, and private practice supporting patients diagnosed with Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, different types of Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality, Dual Diagnoses, and more
Rachel Koutnik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90094
Holistic Therapy for Adults: Are you wanting more than typical talk therapy? Imagine truly feeling seen and understood. Working with a therapist who helps create a safe space to navigate self-exploration, heal past trauma, connect with your unique gifts, integrate your spiritual beliefs and practices, and blend a mind, body and spirit approach throughout your treatment. Here we will reconnect with your inner child, face and learn from your shadow patterns, and support you to be the highest and healthiest expression of yourself. It does not matter how long it has been, a healing therapeutic relationship can be life changing.
Holistic Therapy for Adults: Are you wanting more than typical talk therapy? Imagine truly feeling seen and understood. Working with a therapist who helps create a safe space to navigate self-exploration, heal past trauma, connect with your unique gifts, integrate your spiritual beliefs and practices, and blend a mind, body and spirit approach throughout your treatment. Here we will reconnect with your inner child, face and learn from your shadow patterns, and support you to be the highest and healthiest expression of yourself. It does not matter how long it has been, a healing therapeutic relationship can be life changing.
Chelsea Small
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Our work might involve exploring your current and past experiences, your relationships, your childhood and family dynamics, your dreams, your inner dialogue and associations, and your experience of our relationship.
People struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, self-criticism, rigid thinking and behaviors, and shame have found me a good fit. I work well with people who have past trauma, relational trauma, and unresolved emotional or relational wounds. I also work well with people who might have been in therapy before and are looking to get to a deeper level of self-understanding, and with other therapists and helping professionals. My practice accommodates people who find themselves wanting or needing more than once a week sessions. I enjoy working with couples looking to better understand themselves, each other, and their dynamics.
Our work might involve exploring your current and past experiences, your relationships, your childhood and family dynamics, your dreams, your inner dialogue and associations, and your experience of our relationship.
People struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, self-criticism, rigid thinking and behaviors, and shame have found me a good fit. I work well with people who have past trauma, relational trauma, and unresolved emotional or relational wounds. I also work well with people who might have been in therapy before and are looking to get to a deeper level of self-understanding, and with other therapists and helping professionals. My practice accommodates people who find themselves wanting or needing more than once a week sessions. I enjoy working with couples looking to better understand themselves, each other, and their dynamics.
Erin Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031 (Online Only)
I will work collaboratively with you to establish safety and trust in the therapeutic relationship.
Is the dominant voice in your head relentlessly critical? Do you feel beyond repair—helpless and hopeless? Are past experiences making it hard to trust someone or believe that you are worthy of care? Do you lack confidence in yourself? Has habitual substance use created chaos where it once brought relief? I grew up in a household where emotional abandonment and abuse were the norm. During my healing journey I recognized the limits of self-help. Being seen and understood by a compassionate witness is fundamental to the healing process.
I will work collaboratively with you to establish safety and trust in the therapeutic relationship.
Is the dominant voice in your head relentlessly critical? Do you feel beyond repair—helpless and hopeless? Are past experiences making it hard to trust someone or believe that you are worthy of care? Do you lack confidence in yourself? Has habitual substance use created chaos where it once brought relief? I grew up in a household where emotional abandonment and abuse were the norm. During my healing journey I recognized the limits of self-help. Being seen and understood by a compassionate witness is fundamental to the healing process.
Betel Christy Ruschmeyer
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031 (Online Only)
Therapy is a relationship at heart - attachment, collaboration, and mutual presence are important aspects of what do together.
As it is with all of nature, it is our human nature to grow. To really live entails creative movement and transformation over time, in perpetual call and response with a world that evolves in parallel. In this way, we can be impressively adaptable beings. But sometimes we forget this. We find ourselves clinging to internalized messages about who and how we should be, and the confusion, doubt, worry, and fear that follow end up stalling, blocking, or dulling our capacity to flow in connection with life. Our true nature begins to feel very far away.
Therapy is a relationship at heart - attachment, collaboration, and mutual presence are important aspects of what do together.
As it is with all of nature, it is our human nature to grow. To really live entails creative movement and transformation over time, in perpetual call and response with a world that evolves in parallel. In this way, we can be impressively adaptable beings. But sometimes we forget this. We find ourselves clinging to internalized messages about who and how we should be, and the confusion, doubt, worry, and fear that follow end up stalling, blocking, or dulling our capacity to flow in connection with life. Our true nature begins to feel very far away.
Jeremy Rhoades
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031
I have a long history of treating clients with PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety and existential questions, relational issues and self-esteem, sexuality, spiritual seeking, relationship with alcohol and other substances, and living with HIV.
Hi there, I'm Jeremy! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, with special training in Harm Reduction, trauma-informed care, and nondual awareness practice. I have an MA in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology (JFK University) including courses in Dream Studies and Consciousness Studies, and intensive ongoing training in addressing and healing from trauma.
I have a long history of treating clients with PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety and existential questions, relational issues and self-esteem, sexuality, spiritual seeking, relationship with alcohol and other substances, and living with HIV.
Hi there, I'm Jeremy! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, with special training in Harm Reduction, trauma-informed care, and nondual awareness practice. I have an MA in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology (JFK University) including courses in Dream Studies and Consciousness Studies, and intensive ongoing training in addressing and healing from trauma.
Christie Pfalzgraf
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031
I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for teens and adults who are struggling with trauma, anxiety and depression, stress, life transitions, or relationship difficulties.
My name is Christie Pfalzgraf and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in North Carolina, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and adolescents and specialize in trauma, coping skills, life transitions, loss and grief, relationship difficulties, and personal growth, using Mindfulness Based Psychotherapy, EMDR, The Flash Technique, Focusing, Somatic Experiencing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for teens and adults who are struggling with trauma, anxiety and depression, stress, life transitions, or relationship difficulties.
My name is Christie Pfalzgraf and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in North Carolina, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and adolescents and specialize in trauma, coping skills, life transitions, loss and grief, relationship difficulties, and personal growth, using Mindfulness Based Psychotherapy, EMDR, The Flash Technique, Focusing, Somatic Experiencing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Gloria S. Mendez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031 (Online Only)
Hi! Vulnerability with a stranger can be challenging and starting therapy can be intimidating. Because of this, I strive to create a safe space with compassion and authenticity to allow you the opportunity to explore difficult topics and conversations. I am bilingual and offer sessions in Spanish and English. I specialize in adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and relationship issues.
Hi! Vulnerability with a stranger can be challenging and starting therapy can be intimidating. Because of this, I strive to create a safe space with compassion and authenticity to allow you the opportunity to explore difficult topics and conversations. I am bilingual and offer sessions in Spanish and English. I specialize in adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and relationship issues.
Amancay Ledezma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90094
Amancay Ledezma is an LCSW who provides therapy for adolescents, adults and couples. Amancay believes in life-long learning and recognizes that in absence of learning, growth cannot happen. She values this dynamic in a therapeutic relationship, as it creates accountability and a willingness to seek out that personal growth. Amancay embraces an individualized approach, focused on the needs and desired outcomes of each client.
Amancay Ledezma is an LCSW who provides therapy for adolescents, adults and couples. Amancay believes in life-long learning and recognizes that in absence of learning, growth cannot happen. She values this dynamic in a therapeutic relationship, as it creates accountability and a willingness to seek out that personal growth. Amancay embraces an individualized approach, focused on the needs and desired outcomes of each client.
Joshua Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031
I strive to develop a strong and trusting relationship with every person I see.
Hello, my name is Joshua Kim and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe it is important to take into consideration the client as a whole person rather than just their mental health needs. This includes being mindful of the client's social, physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Each therapeutic relationship is tailored to fit the unique needs of each client. I provide individual therapy sessions via teletherapy video platform for adults struggling with depression, ADHD anxiety, trauma, low self esteem, relationship or family issues, racial identity, LGBTQIA+ related issues, grief and loss, life transitions, etc.
I strive to develop a strong and trusting relationship with every person I see.
Hello, my name is Joshua Kim and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe it is important to take into consideration the client as a whole person rather than just their mental health needs. This includes being mindful of the client's social, physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Each therapeutic relationship is tailored to fit the unique needs of each client. I provide individual therapy sessions via teletherapy video platform for adults struggling with depression, ADHD anxiety, trauma, low self esteem, relationship or family issues, racial identity, LGBTQIA+ related issues, grief and loss, life transitions, etc.
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Central to any relationship, including a therapeutic one, is rapport.
My name is Elizabeth Pasipanodya, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience working with adults (18+) who are in the state of California through telehealth. I use evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, exposure, and mindfulness-based therapy. Common to these approaches is a present-focus and collaboration where we will work towards your goals for therapy.
Central to any relationship, including a therapeutic one, is rapport.
My name is Elizabeth Pasipanodya, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience working with adults (18+) who are in the state of California through telehealth. I use evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, exposure, and mindfulness-based therapy. Common to these approaches is a present-focus and collaboration where we will work towards your goals for therapy.
Anna Askew
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031
My name is Anna Askew, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in California, working with individual adults and couples statewide via telehealth. My main specialization is in anxiety, stress, and relationship and communication issues, using a holistic approach to therapy. I use different empirically based methodologies in accordance with the particular needs of each client. However, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy are at the forefront of my interventions, as I have found them to be a good basis for building forward progress.
My name is Anna Askew, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in California, working with individual adults and couples statewide via telehealth. My main specialization is in anxiety, stress, and relationship and communication issues, using a holistic approach to therapy. I use different empirically based methodologies in accordance with the particular needs of each client. However, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy are at the forefront of my interventions, as I have found them to be a good basis for building forward progress.
Fabian Escobedo (In Person Sessions Available)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031
I specialize in helping adults and teens with getting unstuck from the effects of trauma. If you’re feeling more angry/irritated than usual, it’s hard trusting others, having difficult memories or dreams, feeling anxious, sad or lonely even if you’re surrounded by people, and you're struggling with your relationship(s), you may be experiencing side effects of trauma. You’ve been postponing professional help, hoping this would go away by itself but you are realizing that now may be the time? I get it. You’re not alone. There’s hope! I can help heal those internal wounds so you can enjoy your trauma-free, best version of yourself.
I specialize in helping adults and teens with getting unstuck from the effects of trauma. If you’re feeling more angry/irritated than usual, it’s hard trusting others, having difficult memories or dreams, feeling anxious, sad or lonely even if you’re surrounded by people, and you're struggling with your relationship(s), you may be experiencing side effects of trauma. You’ve been postponing professional help, hoping this would go away by itself but you are realizing that now may be the time? I get it. You’re not alone. There’s hope! I can help heal those internal wounds so you can enjoy your trauma-free, best version of yourself.
Stacy Marie Borchardt
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031
I believe you can have a life of purpose, passion, and growth. I imagine every individual or couple has the ability to get curious, change patterns, and recover from even the most difficult life circumstances. Although the thought of therapy can be scary at times, reaching out to a compassionate professional can be the first step in learning new ways to manage past hurts or embrace new life transitions. I view my role as your teammate; helping you to achieve your goals and jointly discovering a healthy path forward. Your life is your own and I am committed to helping you realize a vision for your future that is uniquely yours.
I believe you can have a life of purpose, passion, and growth. I imagine every individual or couple has the ability to get curious, change patterns, and recover from even the most difficult life circumstances. Although the thought of therapy can be scary at times, reaching out to a compassionate professional can be the first step in learning new ways to manage past hurts or embrace new life transitions. I view my role as your teammate; helping you to achieve your goals and jointly discovering a healthy path forward. Your life is your own and I am committed to helping you realize a vision for your future that is uniquely yours.
Pauline L'Herbette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031
I am deeply passionate about working with teens as they navigate the complexities of adolescence. I also work with women, parents, and families, providing support through life's transitions and challenges empowering them to foster healthier, more connected relationships and achieve their personal and professional goals. My heart lies in providing care that's not just effective, but deeply compassionate. As a mom of two, I know the beautiful chaos of motherhood—its challenges & joys. This firsthand experience inspires my passion for helping women navigate career changes and the profound identity shifts that often come with this role.
I am deeply passionate about working with teens as they navigate the complexities of adolescence. I also work with women, parents, and families, providing support through life's transitions and challenges empowering them to foster healthier, more connected relationships and achieve their personal and professional goals. My heart lies in providing care that's not just effective, but deeply compassionate. As a mom of two, I know the beautiful chaos of motherhood—its challenges & joys. This firsthand experience inspires my passion for helping women navigate career changes and the profound identity shifts that often come with this role.
Olivia Moses
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031
We all have places in our life where we are blocked. Working together, we will identify those blocks and find ways for you to overcome them. I am a trauma informed therapist and can help you make sense of how your past is showing up in your present. I work with your mind and body to get you in connection with your greatest resource that is your body. We will work to regulate your nervous system and normalize survival mechanisms/strategies that we've used up until this point. This works to complete trauma responses in the body and to also regulate our emotions.
We all have places in our life where we are blocked. Working together, we will identify those blocks and find ways for you to overcome them. I am a trauma informed therapist and can help you make sense of how your past is showing up in your present. I work with your mind and body to get you in connection with your greatest resource that is your body. We will work to regulate your nervous system and normalize survival mechanisms/strategies that we've used up until this point. This works to complete trauma responses in the body and to also regulate our emotions.
Alexander Bailey
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031
Wilderness therapy embraces a relational and transpersonal approach to healing and recovery. Relying on the inherent interconnectedness of all living things, interest within this evidenced-based discipline has generated a variety of modalities for serving individuals who seek to uncover a deeper understanding of their own "wild" and genuine spirit. I have found my own personal healing to be intimately connected to spending time in nature, and it is here that I believe that we can all begin to rediscover our intrinsic humanity and let go of those things that distract us from our higher selves.
Wilderness therapy embraces a relational and transpersonal approach to healing and recovery. Relying on the inherent interconnectedness of all living things, interest within this evidenced-based discipline has generated a variety of modalities for serving individuals who seek to uncover a deeper understanding of their own "wild" and genuine spirit. I have found my own personal healing to be intimately connected to spending time in nature, and it is here that I believe that we can all begin to rediscover our intrinsic humanity and let go of those things that distract us from our higher selves.
Maureen Dolan Tyra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90042 (Online Only)
We will work together to identify your goals, understand how you operate, and define clear next steps every time we meet. I will help you explore your life experiences, and will gently challenge you to be open to new ways of thinking and coping, in order to develop resilience for the ups and downs of life’s journey.
We will work together to identify your goals, understand how you operate, and define clear next steps every time we meet. I will help you explore your life experiences, and will gently challenge you to be open to new ways of thinking and coping, in order to develop resilience for the ups and downs of life’s journey.
Thana Cochran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montecito Heights, Los Angeles, CA 90031
My name is Thana Cochran, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, emphasizing a collaborative and empowering environment. With a focus on fostering resilience and personal growth, I specialize in areas such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and perinatal mental health. I take joy in specializing in adolescent therapy as well as working with individuals facing challenges with Anxiety and Depression. My specialty includes supporting those navigating fertility issues, postpartum experiences, and helping individuals navigate through complexities of grief and loss.
My name is Thana Cochran, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, emphasizing a collaborative and empowering environment. With a focus on fostering resilience and personal growth, I specialize in areas such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and perinatal mental health. I take joy in specializing in adolescent therapy as well as working with individuals facing challenges with Anxiety and Depression. My specialty includes supporting those navigating fertility issues, postpartum experiences, and helping individuals navigate through complexities of grief and loss.
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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.