Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Pacific Palisades, CA
Accepting new clients. Dr. Camilla Cummings is a licensed psychologist who aims to provide evidence-based psychotherapy within the context of an authentic, person-centered, and collaborative therapeutic relationship. She centers the inherent strength, capacity, and resilience of the people she serves and sees her task as working alongside you as you cultivate the life that you want to lead. Camilla offers expertise in providing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and draws from other evidence-based modalities including motivational interviewing, ACT, and DBT.
Accepting new clients. Dr. Camilla Cummings is a licensed psychologist who aims to provide evidence-based psychotherapy within the context of an authentic, person-centered, and collaborative therapeutic relationship. She centers the inherent strength, capacity, and resilience of the people she serves and sees her task as working alongside you as you cultivate the life that you want to lead. Camilla offers expertise in providing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and draws from other evidence-based modalities including motivational interviewing, ACT, and DBT.
I utilize an integrative model of therapy that’s primarily composed of attachment-based therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
I love my work supporting people in creating the life they want. I have an extensive background in helping patients work through eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, suicidality, self-harm and complex trauma. I use a direct, strength-based approach and evidence based interventions- it’s very important to me that therapy feels supportive and provides results. The modalities I utilize to treat eating disorders include CBT, Family Based Therapy, and Adolescent Focused Therapy.
I utilize an integrative model of therapy that’s primarily composed of attachment-based therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
I love my work supporting people in creating the life they want. I have an extensive background in helping patients work through eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, suicidality, self-harm and complex trauma. I use a direct, strength-based approach and evidence based interventions- it’s very important to me that therapy feels supportive and provides results. The modalities I utilize to treat eating disorders include CBT, Family Based Therapy, and Adolescent Focused Therapy.
Dr. Lyn Rowbotham
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Each one of us deserves a fulfilling life and is capable of personal growth. I’m here to give you the tools, techniques, and the support you need to recognize and break old patterns, to motivate and facilitate sustainable change and to help you thrive in all relationships, including the one with yourself. There is always hope, no matter what you may be faced with.
Each one of us deserves a fulfilling life and is capable of personal growth. I’m here to give you the tools, techniques, and the support you need to recognize and break old patterns, to motivate and facilitate sustainable change and to help you thrive in all relationships, including the one with yourself. There is always hope, no matter what you may be faced with.
"WE ALL NEED HELP SOMETIME" Looking for a change, getting to know yourself and your pattern of behavior better, need guidance to enhance your life and your relationships with your loved ones, have feelings you don't know where they come from, good therapy can help you fulfill your desires and get to understand yourself better. Life can be challenging. I understand how these life challenges may result in anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. Developing healthy coping skills and finding meaning through your struggles, would help you find peace and a more balanced life. Together, we can initiate that process.
"WE ALL NEED HELP SOMETIME" Looking for a change, getting to know yourself and your pattern of behavior better, need guidance to enhance your life and your relationships with your loved ones, have feelings you don't know where they come from, good therapy can help you fulfill your desires and get to understand yourself better. Life can be challenging. I understand how these life challenges may result in anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. Developing healthy coping skills and finding meaning through your struggles, would help you find peace and a more balanced life. Together, we can initiate that process.
Daniel Knox
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC I, SUDCC, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Addictive tendencies, substance abuse, and overindulgence, are often rooted in trauma. That’s one of those scary, stigmatized words that’s easy to dismiss. “My experiences weren’t traumatic, it’s not like I had it as bad as some people”. It’s also easy to dismiss the effects. “I’m not traumatized, I’m just like this." In its wake are depression, anxiety, and the need for “something more.” You aren’t alone. There are a lot of us out here who have grasped on to things that felt like they could help. Our personal collections of coping mechanisms can be messy, and sometimes they just don’t work anymore.
Addictive tendencies, substance abuse, and overindulgence, are often rooted in trauma. That’s one of those scary, stigmatized words that’s easy to dismiss. “My experiences weren’t traumatic, it’s not like I had it as bad as some people”. It’s also easy to dismiss the effects. “I’m not traumatized, I’m just like this." In its wake are depression, anxiety, and the need for “something more.” You aren’t alone. There are a lot of us out here who have grasped on to things that felt like they could help. Our personal collections of coping mechanisms can be messy, and sometimes they just don’t work anymore.
Hi I'm Tanya, and we're here to help. We know how painful it is to watch a loved one struggle with addiction or compulsion. You can feel paralyzed by the fear of making the situation worse, or pushing the loved one away. In time, as addiction takes hold, it can become more and more difficult to have direct conversations, and a way out can feel impossible. Our team is here to bring you hope.
Hi I'm Tanya, and we're here to help. We know how painful it is to watch a loved one struggle with addiction or compulsion. You can feel paralyzed by the fear of making the situation worse, or pushing the loved one away. In time, as addiction takes hold, it can become more and more difficult to have direct conversations, and a way out can feel impossible. Our team is here to bring you hope.
Hannah Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist, Hannah, Morris, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (Online Only)
Life can be hard, the world is a confusing place. Navigating the way through everyday situations can be challenging. Having someone come along side you to listen or to be a guide and suggest alternatives to behaviors that are troubling and holding you back from the life you want to live can make a difference. I have been working with people for over 20 years, helping them in their unique journeys. My emphasis is growth and change and I believe that acknowledging trauma through the individuals experience can aid in their own understanding and help to define their place in the world wherein healing can take place.
Life can be hard, the world is a confusing place. Navigating the way through everyday situations can be challenging. Having someone come along side you to listen or to be a guide and suggest alternatives to behaviors that are troubling and holding you back from the life you want to live can make a difference. I have been working with people for over 20 years, helping them in their unique journeys. My emphasis is growth and change and I believe that acknowledging trauma through the individuals experience can aid in their own understanding and help to define their place in the world wherein healing can take place.
I work with adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD, usually without the use of medication. Intrusive and upsetting thoughts can be so frightening that we feel trapped inside our own minds. It is my goal to help you to regain comfort within yourself. I help many clients manage withdrawal effects from drugs, alcohol, and prescription medication, including antidepressants.
I work with adults and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD, usually without the use of medication. Intrusive and upsetting thoughts can be so frightening that we feel trapped inside our own minds. It is my goal to help you to regain comfort within yourself. I help many clients manage withdrawal effects from drugs, alcohol, and prescription medication, including antidepressants.
Dr. Courtney Kwan is a practicing licensed psychologist specializing in assessments and treatment for children, adolescents, and young adults. She has years of experience working with individuals who struggle with neurodevelopmental (autism, ADHD, executive functioning challenges, social skill difficulties), medical (i.e, coping, medical regimen adherence), and/or psychiatric conditions (anxiety, adjustment challenges, depression, stress, OCD, tics, and sleep difficulties).
Dr. Courtney Kwan is a practicing licensed psychologist specializing in assessments and treatment for children, adolescents, and young adults. She has years of experience working with individuals who struggle with neurodevelopmental (autism, ADHD, executive functioning challenges, social skill difficulties), medical (i.e, coping, medical regimen adherence), and/or psychiatric conditions (anxiety, adjustment challenges, depression, stress, OCD, tics, and sleep difficulties).
Being a kid is today’s world can be tough and helping your little one navigate through the struggles and hardships as a parent, can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s where I come in. As a licensed professional therapist with over 10 years of private practice experience, I specialize in child and adolescent behaviors, parenting skills, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I have a passion for helping children and parents realize their full potential by educating and working with them on issues that may be holding them back.
Being a kid is today’s world can be tough and helping your little one navigate through the struggles and hardships as a parent, can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s where I come in. As a licensed professional therapist with over 10 years of private practice experience, I specialize in child and adolescent behaviors, parenting skills, and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. I have a passion for helping children and parents realize their full potential by educating and working with them on issues that may be holding them back.
Nurturing, strength-based and compassionate, I am an active and directive participant in my clients' work- whether working with individuals or with a couple . We together will identify what brings you to treatment, be it depression, anxiety, PTSD, marital distress, or simply discomfort. We will articulate where in your life you are struggling- interpersonally, at work, within your family system or in your marriage, and develop goals to relieve that distress. It can be challenging to choose to participate in therapy, and I work to create a safe environment so we can engage and address the issues that are challenging you.
Nurturing, strength-based and compassionate, I am an active and directive participant in my clients' work- whether working with individuals or with a couple . We together will identify what brings you to treatment, be it depression, anxiety, PTSD, marital distress, or simply discomfort. We will articulate where in your life you are struggling- interpersonally, at work, within your family system or in your marriage, and develop goals to relieve that distress. It can be challenging to choose to participate in therapy, and I work to create a safe environment so we can engage and address the issues that are challenging you.
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Psychotherapy is one of the most powerful tools for transforming one's life, and seeking support takes courage. I specialize in working with teenagers, young adults, and families and the obstacles they face throughout life transitions. I am particularly interested in supporting parents through complex challenges ranging from pregnancy and infertility, adulting teen difficulties and the college process, relationships and high achievement issues, divorce, and the "empty nest." As a heart-focused therapist, I am committed to empowering people to build the internal strengths and resources to live their desired life.
Psychotherapy is one of the most powerful tools for transforming one's life, and seeking support takes courage. I specialize in working with teenagers, young adults, and families and the obstacles they face throughout life transitions. I am particularly interested in supporting parents through complex challenges ranging from pregnancy and infertility, adulting teen difficulties and the college process, relationships and high achievement issues, divorce, and the "empty nest." As a heart-focused therapist, I am committed to empowering people to build the internal strengths and resources to live their desired life.
Marni Kamins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Are you sick of self-sabotage? Do you want more confidence only to find that you are your own worst critic? Is your relationship with yourself frustrating you? I provide a safe, warm space for you to build self-esteem, and become un-stuck. I am passionate and committed to supporting you to achieve greater self-awareness, self-confidence and happiness in life. "Disordered" eating, Quarter-life-crisis, social anxiety, creative-blocks, Relational Trauma, depression, fear and anxiety are my specialties. I am also a fully licensed MFT in the great state of Texas!
Are you sick of self-sabotage? Do you want more confidence only to find that you are your own worst critic? Is your relationship with yourself frustrating you? I provide a safe, warm space for you to build self-esteem, and become un-stuck. I am passionate and committed to supporting you to achieve greater self-awareness, self-confidence and happiness in life. "Disordered" eating, Quarter-life-crisis, social anxiety, creative-blocks, Relational Trauma, depression, fear and anxiety are my specialties. I am also a fully licensed MFT in the great state of Texas!
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress? Are you ready to build resilience and empower yourself with effective coping strategies? With over a decade of experience as a clinical psychologist, I have helped individuals of all ages - children, teens, and adults - navigate adversity and thrive. My expertise includes evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and adjustment difficulties, as well as specialized support for youth, maternal mental health, physician wellness, student athletes, and those diagnosed with medical conditions.
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress? Are you ready to build resilience and empower yourself with effective coping strategies? With over a decade of experience as a clinical psychologist, I have helped individuals of all ages - children, teens, and adults - navigate adversity and thrive. My expertise includes evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and adjustment difficulties, as well as specialized support for youth, maternal mental health, physician wellness, student athletes, and those diagnosed with medical conditions.
Tricia Doud
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (Online Only)
Thank you for considering a new therapeutic relationship. These are unique times that have brought many different stressors to an already chaotic world. Please value your self-care at this time and feel free to reach out if you need psychological support or guidance. My clients typically include those who are seeking a long-term therapeutic relationship, as well as those who are hoping to address a specific issue in a limited time. I utilize an integrated, tailored approach. Always kind, supportive and non-judgmental, I will also provide direct feedback needed to facilitate change.
Thank you for considering a new therapeutic relationship. These are unique times that have brought many different stressors to an already chaotic world. Please value your self-care at this time and feel free to reach out if you need psychological support or guidance. My clients typically include those who are seeking a long-term therapeutic relationship, as well as those who are hoping to address a specific issue in a limited time. I utilize an integrated, tailored approach. Always kind, supportive and non-judgmental, I will also provide direct feedback needed to facilitate change.
My approach is direct, but kind. To make effective changes, I believe developing self-awareness about what drives your behavior and focusing on improving relationships is an important component of therapy. It is my goal to help you develop strategies and skills that will directly affect the way that you relate to the world around you. A good therapist is like a personal trainer at the gym - someone that pushes you further than you would ever push yourself. Improving your quality of life is my number one priority.
My approach is direct, but kind. To make effective changes, I believe developing self-awareness about what drives your behavior and focusing on improving relationships is an important component of therapy. It is my goal to help you develop strategies and skills that will directly affect the way that you relate to the world around you. A good therapist is like a personal trainer at the gym - someone that pushes you further than you would ever push yourself. Improving your quality of life is my number one priority.
Ira Israel, Licensed Counselor and Psychotherapist
Counselor, LPCC, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
In-person counseling in beautiful Santa Monica office with easy parking. Cigna, Optum, United Healthcare In-network provider of Buddhist, spiritual, existential, and narrative psychotherapy. I have 15 years of experience helping people find new solutions to old problems, improve their relationships, express themselves creatively, and lead meaningful lives.Individuals report that I am exceptionally skillful at quickly discerning core wounds and providing resources to help release traumas and treat the symptoms of depression and anxiety; couples report greater understanding, compassion, ease and intimacy (usually in 1 or 2 sessions).
In-person counseling in beautiful Santa Monica office with easy parking. Cigna, Optum, United Healthcare In-network provider of Buddhist, spiritual, existential, and narrative psychotherapy. I have 15 years of experience helping people find new solutions to old problems, improve their relationships, express themselves creatively, and lead meaningful lives.Individuals report that I am exceptionally skillful at quickly discerning core wounds and providing resources to help release traumas and treat the symptoms of depression and anxiety; couples report greater understanding, compassion, ease and intimacy (usually in 1 or 2 sessions).
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family. In our first sessions we will identify the issues you need to resolve and create a plan together to address these issues in a way that makes you feel relieved because you will start to see how you can move forward without so much weight of these symptoms. Most of my clients report feeling lighter within 2or 3 sessions. I work with all types of relationship issues including cheating and infidelity as well as parent-child and sibling relationships.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family. In our first sessions we will identify the issues you need to resolve and create a plan together to address these issues in a way that makes you feel relieved because you will start to see how you can move forward without so much weight of these symptoms. Most of my clients report feeling lighter within 2or 3 sessions. I work with all types of relationship issues including cheating and infidelity as well as parent-child and sibling relationships.
Laudan Kermani Gish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (Online Only)
Laudan is a dedicated psychotherapist and coach based in Los Angeles. With a warm and approachable style, she offers psychotherapy to clients across California, Connecticut, and Texas, and provides coaching services to individuals around the globe.
Laudan is a dedicated psychotherapist and coach based in Los Angeles. With a warm and approachable style, she offers psychotherapy to clients across California, Connecticut, and Texas, and provides coaching services to individuals around the globe.
Danielle Faye Jonas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Our team of skilled and compassionate therapists is located in Santa Monica, CA, offering in-person and virtual sessions. We specialize in working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Our typical client faces challenges such as; anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, academic struggles and complex family dynamics. We assist clients in developing a variety of skills including; emotion regulation, social skills, communication, self-esteem, confidence and boundary setting. Our team also supports people of all ages facing chronic/serious illnesses, caregiving and grief, loss and bereavement.
Our team of skilled and compassionate therapists is located in Santa Monica, CA, offering in-person and virtual sessions. We specialize in working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Our typical client faces challenges such as; anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, academic struggles and complex family dynamics. We assist clients in developing a variety of skills including; emotion regulation, social skills, communication, self-esteem, confidence and boundary setting. Our team also supports people of all ages facing chronic/serious illnesses, caregiving and grief, loss and bereavement.
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Motivational Interviewing Therapists
How does motivational interviewing work?
Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.
Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?
Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.
How long does motivational interviewing last?
Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.
What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?
In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.