Kaiser (Out-of-Network) Therapists in Los Angeles, CA

Dr. Kathy is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a PhD in Somatic Psychology specializing in Pre and PostNatal Psychology. She is also IKYTA certified as a Kundalini teacher, Conscious Pregnancy & Khalsa Way certified prenatal and postnatal teacher, Sat Nam Rasayan practitioner, and birth doula. The depth of her knowledge of conscious conception, pregnancy and motherhood spans two decades of personal, academic and yogic experience.

As an experienced Christian Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I am here to provide a safe place for you to process your healing. In person or by VIDEO or phone; individuals or couples. Experiencing relationship conflict; grief from a loss through death, divorce, health issues; depression and anxiety or just managing stress. With the tools to build emotional and spiritual health while improving your communication and coping skills; a better life is possible.

As a licensed mental health professional, I am deeply committed to fostering resilience and well-being in the individuals and communities I serve. My journey has been shaped by a strong belief in the power of empathy and understanding, allowing me to create safe, supportive environments that encourage open dialogue and personal growth. With a solid foundation in evidence-based practices and a passion for cultural competence, I strive to tailor my therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each client, empowering them to overcome challenges and embrace their potential.

A bit about me: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Master's in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Southern California (USC) and have been practicing for 9 years.

I am ready to connect with you and assist with your mental health journey. My passion: Helping marginalized individuals, especially Black and Brown women, improve their wellness. If you're feeling overwhelmed and exhausted by your current stressors, I got you. My extensive experience working with people from diverse backgrounds, including those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, and more, has allowed me to have a deep understanding of the intersections of race, culture, and mental health.

Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!

SoKer Psychotherapy Inc is a group practice with license clinicians (psychologist, LMFT, LCSW) that have a wide array of specialties. We have therapists that work with children, youth, families, adults and older adults. We utilize an array of modalities including DBT, CBT, TFCBT, EMDR and Somatic Experiencing. We have therapists that specialize in disordered eating, substance use, self harm reduction, LGBTQIA, depression, anxiety, trauma, relational stressors, parenting and much more. We pride ourselves on providing culturally competent treatment that is collaborative, goal oriented and skills based.

Greetings: I welcome you to my practice and offer three primary areas of specialization: clients encountering issues such as LGBT coming out, adjustment, relationship and other key areas associated with this community. Clients approaching the launching phase of their life, teenagers in need of mentoring to help discover their unique abilities and how to bring these out into the world. Clients struggling with drug or alcohol issues, knowing that they can overcome these but needing help in finding how.

I believe we all have the power within us to create meaningful life changes. My clients aim to tap into their greatest strengths and potential by taking time to process thoughts, emotions, and lived experiences. As a therapist, I work to create and hold a supportive space for individuals, couples, and families to be seen, felt, and heard. Together my clients and I engage in somatic body-based experiences, build our perspectives and awareness, and explore ways to achieve greater well-being.

Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!

Hi, I'm Kristal Bayer, Through out my life I felt a calling to help other others. As a young adult, I was unsure in what capacity. After taking several psychology courses. I knew i was destined to be a therapist and help people just as you who may feel stuck in a rut in life, have had traumatic experiences, are struggling with depression, anxiety, etc. We all deserve to live life and enjoy it. To have positive life experiences, develop healthy family and friendship bonds, to be able to sleep without the dread of tomorrow.

Have you been seeking professional therapy and have been having a hard time connecting with a Latino male clinician? Have you dealt with traumas alone and felt as though no one would understand your struggle? I help guarded people affected by trauma find their new sense of normalcy by helping them overcome guilt, depression, anxiety and grief. I am an LCSW with 5 years of clinical experience working in the Los Angeles Department of Mental Health outpatient programs, I engaged in South Los Angeles community homeless outreach as well as forensic/jail re-entry programs, and currently work as a Middle School Mental Health Therapist.

Do you have an an issue or concern that you're currently going through and want to be able to feel heard and understood? As a licensed Clinical Social Worker I can provide a safe and welcoming place where you can feel open to share those concerns or worries. Together we can work toward creating more balance in your life. I use a collaborative style to build on your strengths and resources and use them as the foundation of the helping process. I have 18 years experience working with children, families, and individuals as a social worker, six of them as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I support women who want to build their self-esteem, heal from inner child wounds, and past traumas. I help my client's break free from the limitations imposed on them by their own past or the pain of their early experiences. I am passionate about working with women who are eager to start their healing journey, dealing with self-esteem challenges, and feeling like their past experiences or traumas are keeping them stuck in unfulfilling cycles.

Hi! I'm Erica, a dedicated therapist specializing in maternal mental health, motherless daughters and mothers, grief, and parenting. With a deep understanding of the unique emotional landscape that mothers and daughters often traverse, I am passionate about helping you discover your inner strength and embrace the transformative power of healing. During the therapeutic process, we will work together, you are not alone.

I see therapy as working towards a new improved and more empowered you. I view and treat my client as the expert in his/her life. I view myself as a facilitator of emotional healing and change. I provide a non-judgmental environment where my client can explore relationships and other aspects of his or her life and decide upon changes or adjustments he or she can implement. Therapy is a safe space where perfection is not required or expected.

We meet you where you're at and build on your resilience. We welcome you and invite you to start on your self care. We value diversity and acceptance; we work with all faiths, LBGTQ+, and all backgrounds.

Is your child seeking a safe space for them to process their thoughts and emotions? I specialize with working with young children (6-12), children with disabilities who have behavioral, social emotional difficulties, and adolescents (13-17) who struggle with trauma related issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, and suicidal tendencies. This period of your child's life has the potential to be filled with the best memories of youth and freedom but are often weighed down by anxiety and feelings of sadness.

As a Trauma-Informed therapist, I believe Transitional Age Folx deserve support. I support clients who are dealing with past trauma or other disheartening experiences and want to rebuild confidence. I always start from a brave look at their unique strengths to develop and implement coping strategies that actually work. My role during the therapeutic process is to be a non-directive affirming cheer-leader, with valuable awareness of our innate ability to thrive. I show up for all sessions non-judgmental, empathic, and genuine and I welcome first-time therapy seekers!