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Laura Malandrino
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Hello! I'm Laura, a bilingual psychotherapist fluent in Spanish with a deep understanding of Latinx cultures. I'm dedicated to guiding clients through life's challenges to find balance and fulfillment. My practice specializes in helping individuals, teenagers, and parents in the South Bay and online (California) cope with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Mood Disorders, ADHD, and PTSD. I have expertise in supporting clients through life transitions and addressing relationship and family issues. Therapy is a transformative journey that offers insight, clarity, and effective strategies to navigate difficulties and foster resilience.
Hello! I'm Laura, a bilingual psychotherapist fluent in Spanish with a deep understanding of Latinx cultures. I'm dedicated to guiding clients through life's challenges to find balance and fulfillment. My practice specializes in helping individuals, teenagers, and parents in the South Bay and online (California) cope with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Mood Disorders, ADHD, and PTSD. I have expertise in supporting clients through life transitions and addressing relationship and family issues. Therapy is a transformative journey that offers insight, clarity, and effective strategies to navigate difficulties and foster resilience.
(424) 353-3268 View (424) 353-3268
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Andrew Sidoli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SUDCC
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266  (Online Only)
This is a very unsettling time for many and being able to help my clients find their footing in such an uncertain time is my passion. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction and trauma. My approach is to provide a safe, non judgmental space for growth to occur. I am comfortable working with individuals and couples, and often explore and help resolve maladaptive patterns, cognitions, and intimacy issues that many people struggle with. I help clients identify their goals, develop a plan, and encouragement and accountability to implement that plan, tweaking along the way if needed.
This is a very unsettling time for many and being able to help my clients find their footing in such an uncertain time is my passion. I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction and trauma. My approach is to provide a safe, non judgmental space for growth to occur. I am comfortable working with individuals and couples, and often explore and help resolve maladaptive patterns, cognitions, and intimacy issues that many people struggle with. I help clients identify their goals, develop a plan, and encouragement and accountability to implement that plan, tweaking along the way if needed.
(310) 361-9758 View (310) 361-9758
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Robenson Dorvil
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT128
Verified Verified
Hawthorne, CA 90250
Mr. Robenson Dorvil is a Psy. D. candidate at The Chicago School who practices individual and family therapy under his supervisors for almost 4 years, specializing working with couple, children and adolescents. He provides school-based counseling, group session and support services for many children in elementary, middle, and high school in the areas of Southern California. He works closely with his supervisors to provide support and treatment in developing behavior performance management for children in academic, social, emotional and other personal issues. He is diligent, great listener, and patient in working with clients.
Mr. Robenson Dorvil is a Psy. D. candidate at The Chicago School who practices individual and family therapy under his supervisors for almost 4 years, specializing working with couple, children and adolescents. He provides school-based counseling, group session and support services for many children in elementary, middle, and high school in the areas of Southern California. He works closely with his supervisors to provide support and treatment in developing behavior performance management for children in academic, social, emotional and other personal issues. He is diligent, great listener, and patient in working with clients.
(818) 403-3193 View (818) 403-3193

Online Therapists

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Yaakov Bekhor
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90035
Prima di andare in terapia, ero perso tra l’ansia e la depressione. Mi sentivo confuso, perché crescendo pensavo di avere tutto ciò di cui “avevo bisogno”. Tramite la terapia relazionale, ho scoperto di aver passato del trauma sessuale nella mia infanzia, ed ho iniziato a capire quanto poco nutrimento emotivo ho ricevuto crescendo. Consideravo i miei genitori “perfetti” ma mi rendevo conto che, nonostante le loro buone intenzioni, erano limitati nelle loro capacità emotive.
Prima di andare in terapia, ero perso tra l’ansia e la depressione. Mi sentivo confuso, perché crescendo pensavo di avere tutto ciò di cui “avevo bisogno”. Tramite la terapia relazionale, ho scoperto di aver passato del trauma sessuale nella mia infanzia, ed ho iniziato a capire quanto poco nutrimento emotivo ho ricevuto crescendo. Consideravo i miei genitori “perfetti” ma mi rendevo conto che, nonostante le loro buone intenzioni, erano limitati nelle loro capacità emotive.
(424) 622-4343 View (424) 622-4343
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Jennifer Schmelzer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90403
La vita è troppo breve per viverla sentendosi insoddisfatti, confusi, impoveriti e/o impotenti. A volte è possibile gestire da soli, ma altre volte si desidera rivolgersi a qualcuno che fornisca uno spazio empatico e non giudicante. Forse siete in un rapporto che si sente stagnante, emotivamente/fisicamente scollegato o è caricato da ferite e tradimenti accumulati: voi due state cercando chiarezza, sostegno e un nuovo modo di stare insieme o separati. Essere abili nelle relazioni è diventato essenziale ed è fondamentale per il nostro benessere.
La vita è troppo breve per viverla sentendosi insoddisfatti, confusi, impoveriti e/o impotenti. A volte è possibile gestire da soli, ma altre volte si desidera rivolgersi a qualcuno che fornisca uno spazio empatico e non giudicante. Forse siete in un rapporto che si sente stagnante, emotivamente/fisicamente scollegato o è caricato da ferite e tradimenti accumulati: voi due state cercando chiarezza, sostegno e un nuovo modo di stare insieme o separati. Essere abili nelle relazioni è diventato essenziale ed è fondamentale per il nostro benessere.
(561) 766-4911 View (561) 766-4911
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Margherita Mera
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Ognuno ha una storia da raccontare e un insieme unico di circostanze, sfide ed esperienze che ci rendono chi siamo. Sono diventata terapeuta perché credo che tutti meritino uno spazio sicuro dove possano essere ascoltati e supportati per affrontare qualsiasi problema che impedisca loro di essere la persona che vogliono essere. Ho esperienza con bambini, adolescenti e le loro famiglie, così come con giovani adulti, lavorando su questioni che vanno dall'ansia e depressione all'autostima, trauma, difficoltà di adattamento alle transizioni della vita, relazioni complicate o con persone che semplicemente volevano conoscersi più a fondo.
Ognuno ha una storia da raccontare e un insieme unico di circostanze, sfide ed esperienze che ci rendono chi siamo. Sono diventata terapeuta perché credo che tutti meritino uno spazio sicuro dove possano essere ascoltati e supportati per affrontare qualsiasi problema che impedisca loro di essere la persona che vogliono essere. Ho esperienza con bambini, adolescenti e le loro famiglie, così come con giovani adulti, lavorando su questioni che vanno dall'ansia e depressione all'autostima, trauma, difficoltà di adattamento alle transizioni della vita, relazioni complicate o con persone che semplicemente volevano conoscersi più a fondo.
(562) 265-3983 View (562) 265-3983
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Kennia Torres
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Welcome! My work focuses on individuals/couples. I have 15-years of experience working/helping clients gain insight/hope, and a better outlook on their lives. I am driven to provide support and focus on helping individuals, build internal strength and move forward in their lives. I provide a safe environment to address your life’s challenges/stressors/needs, issues with relationships/self-esteem, grief, codependency, anxiety/depression, PTSD/trauma, anger/poor coping, substance and motivation. Through therapy, I strive to help you gain insight to your thoughts, feelings/behaviors that influence your well-being and relationships.
Welcome! My work focuses on individuals/couples. I have 15-years of experience working/helping clients gain insight/hope, and a better outlook on their lives. I am driven to provide support and focus on helping individuals, build internal strength and move forward in their lives. I provide a safe environment to address your life’s challenges/stressors/needs, issues with relationships/self-esteem, grief, codependency, anxiety/depression, PTSD/trauma, anger/poor coping, substance and motivation. Through therapy, I strive to help you gain insight to your thoughts, feelings/behaviors that influence your well-being and relationships.
(714) 640-6419 View (714) 640-6419
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Mary Kallaher Couples Family And Individual Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025
I work with couples, families, and individuals to help them reduce conflict and increase satisfaction in their relationships and day to day lives. The goal of our work would be to alleviate emotional distress, control anxiety, and feel more in control of one's choices and reactions. In addition to attachment, we would explore values and ideals to create a strength-based concept of oneself. Significant life changes, good or bad, can also add to interpersonal and intrapersonal conflicts and create anxiety. Therapy can help.
I work with couples, families, and individuals to help them reduce conflict and increase satisfaction in their relationships and day to day lives. The goal of our work would be to alleviate emotional distress, control anxiety, and feel more in control of one's choices and reactions. In addition to attachment, we would explore values and ideals to create a strength-based concept of oneself. Significant life changes, good or bad, can also add to interpersonal and intrapersonal conflicts and create anxiety. Therapy can help.
(424) 349-4071 View (424) 349-4071
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David Daleo
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
"I am a seasoned clinical psychologist, with years of clinical experience treating individuals and couples. Please review my website, you will see my pre and post doctoral fellowships were each at the highest possible accreditation levels; The American Psychological Association. When selecting a clinical psychologist, please ask them about their training and clinical experience. Financial consideration is important, however, this is your treatment, your life, and your potential. I suggest you treat your selection of a psychologist as you would a highly trained orthopedic surgeon." MPPA awarded Top 10 Therapists in LA for 2021.
"I am a seasoned clinical psychologist, with years of clinical experience treating individuals and couples. Please review my website, you will see my pre and post doctoral fellowships were each at the highest possible accreditation levels; The American Psychological Association. When selecting a clinical psychologist, please ask them about their training and clinical experience. Financial consideration is important, however, this is your treatment, your life, and your potential. I suggest you treat your selection of a psychologist as you would a highly trained orthopedic surgeon." MPPA awarded Top 10 Therapists in LA for 2021.
(424) 327-9271 View (424) 327-9271
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Baleska Alfaro
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fullerton, CA 92833
I have experience working with adults, teens, children and couples.
Life is a journey, and sometimes there are bumps and pitfalls along the way. When you experience a bump in the road, a pitfall, or are tasked with deciding which road to take, it can be natural to feel anxious, sad, angry, and/or overwhelmed. My job, as a licensed marriage and family therapist for over the past decade, has been and is to walk alongside you and help you navigate these bumps, pitfalls, and decisions. I will help you identify what your goals for the therapeutic process are, will provide an empathic ear, will brainstorm with you, and will create a safe space for you to talk about and sort out your problems!
I have experience working with adults, teens, children and couples.
Life is a journey, and sometimes there are bumps and pitfalls along the way. When you experience a bump in the road, a pitfall, or are tasked with deciding which road to take, it can be natural to feel anxious, sad, angry, and/or overwhelmed. My job, as a licensed marriage and family therapist for over the past decade, has been and is to walk alongside you and help you navigate these bumps, pitfalls, and decisions. I will help you identify what your goals for the therapeutic process are, will provide an empathic ear, will brainstorm with you, and will create a safe space for you to talk about and sort out your problems!
(714) 455-1579 View (714) 455-1579
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Gabriella Calò Siegel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90211  (Online Only)
With an emphasis on treating depression, anxiety, eating disorders, compulsive and addictive behaviors, anger management, sexual abuse, trauma,ptsd, c-ptsd, relationship issues, life transitions, creative blocks and stress.
There are many reasons to seek out therapy. The ultimate purpose for considering therapy is often to resolve whatever is in the way of having a better life. As an active, empathic and experienced psychotherapist, my goal is to assist individuals in overcoming the barriers that prevent them from experiencing, the relationships in their lives in a full and rich way. I work to understand each individual's unique struggle, while respecting personal history and cultural background. Ultimately, I help individuals to see how past experiences and behavioral patterns may contribute to their current symptoms and difficulties.
With an emphasis on treating depression, anxiety, eating disorders, compulsive and addictive behaviors, anger management, sexual abuse, trauma,ptsd, c-ptsd, relationship issues, life transitions, creative blocks and stress.
There are many reasons to seek out therapy. The ultimate purpose for considering therapy is often to resolve whatever is in the way of having a better life. As an active, empathic and experienced psychotherapist, my goal is to assist individuals in overcoming the barriers that prevent them from experiencing, the relationships in their lives in a full and rich way. I work to understand each individual's unique struggle, while respecting personal history and cultural background. Ultimately, I help individuals to see how past experiences and behavioral patterns may contribute to their current symptoms and difficulties.
(424) 325-4067 View (424) 325-4067
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Mervin Maier
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91105
I work with individuals, couples and families.
We all need strong, healthy relationships for our personal, social, emotional growth and development. At times the pathway to building strong relationships can be perplexing and bewildering. My therapeutic approach provides a supportive, safe harbor that is both collaborative and non-judgmental. I will help families, couples, and individuals build robust, satisfying lives and deeply meaningful relationships.
I work with individuals, couples and families.
We all need strong, healthy relationships for our personal, social, emotional growth and development. At times the pathway to building strong relationships can be perplexing and bewildering. My therapeutic approach provides a supportive, safe harbor that is both collaborative and non-judgmental. I will help families, couples, and individuals build robust, satisfying lives and deeply meaningful relationships.
(707) 271-9323 View (707) 271-9323
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Massimo Avincola
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230
Like a journey, change requires a first step in order to begin. Congratulations for taking this first and important step. Whether you are feeling depressed, overly anxious, having problems in your relationship or are just feeling stuck and don't know why, therapy can help. You don't have to be alone on this journey. My approach is to provide a comfortable, supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can begin to feel safe and talk about what is troubling you.
Like a journey, change requires a first step in order to begin. Congratulations for taking this first and important step. Whether you are feeling depressed, overly anxious, having problems in your relationship or are just feeling stuck and don't know why, therapy can help. You don't have to be alone on this journey. My approach is to provide a comfortable, supportive and non-judgmental environment where you can begin to feel safe and talk about what is troubling you.
(424) 353-4389 View (424) 353-4389
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Dr. E Pezzini
Registered Psychological Associate, PhD, PCC
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90401  (Online Only)
Hello, how are you? This is Dr. Pezzini, an Italian American Clinical Psychological Associate, all throughout California. Sessions are online, via Telehealth. I have been working as a psychologist for over 25 years combined. I specialize in relationship transitions and adjustments, for high profile individuals. Everyone is VIP :) I support groups, too, with the latest methodologies, such as hypnotherapy, animal assisted therapy, and KAP. My other passions are professional certified coaching and applied industrial organizational psychology, all of which I am trained in. dot.cards/drpezzini
Hello, how are you? This is Dr. Pezzini, an Italian American Clinical Psychological Associate, all throughout California. Sessions are online, via Telehealth. I have been working as a psychologist for over 25 years combined. I specialize in relationship transitions and adjustments, for high profile individuals. Everyone is VIP :) I support groups, too, with the latest methodologies, such as hypnotherapy, animal assisted therapy, and KAP. My other passions are professional certified coaching and applied industrial organizational psychology, all of which I am trained in. dot.cards/drpezzini
(408) 676-5292 View (408) 676-5292
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Madeline Karabian
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
My approach to therapy is one of active, yet gentle collaboration between therapist and client. My practice as a psychotherapist is to help cut through outdated narratives that often prevent us from creating the changes to live a satisfying and enriching life. I draw from my experiences working with individuals, couples, families and kids at a community mental health center, as well as at an elementary school. Additionally, I have training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and am a Prepare/Enright Premarital and Marriage Assessment Facilitator.
My approach to therapy is one of active, yet gentle collaboration between therapist and client. My practice as a psychotherapist is to help cut through outdated narratives that often prevent us from creating the changes to live a satisfying and enriching life. I draw from my experiences working with individuals, couples, families and kids at a community mental health center, as well as at an elementary school. Additionally, I have training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and am a Prepare/Enright Premarital and Marriage Assessment Facilitator.
(747) 330-0436 View (747) 330-0436
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Dr. Marie Diaz
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90066  (Online Only)
I believe that a strong professional relationship between client and therapist is key to successful therapy.
My approach is nurturing, collaborative, and client-centered. As an Asian immigrant, I recognize and appreciate how culture can be a powerful force that influences the way we think and shapes the way we understand ourselves, our emotions, and our life circumstances. Our work together will involve strategies that will help you gain awareness, knowledge, and skills to help improve your life in a manner that is consistent with your personal values and life experiences.
I believe that a strong professional relationship between client and therapist is key to successful therapy.
My approach is nurturing, collaborative, and client-centered. As an Asian immigrant, I recognize and appreciate how culture can be a powerful force that influences the way we think and shapes the way we understand ourselves, our emotions, and our life circumstances. Our work together will involve strategies that will help you gain awareness, knowledge, and skills to help improve your life in a manner that is consistent with your personal values and life experiences.
(424) 316-1893 View (424) 316-1893
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Biljana Bujko
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91101
In my practice I see individuals and couples with many ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds.
Finding the right therapist from a website is difficult, which is why I offer phone or in-person consultations. It takes courage to address challenges such as relationships, personal problems, or general unhappiness. Your success in treatment will depend on your readiness to open up and my authentic presence that will help create a safe space for you. Together we will work on identifying, experiencing and expanding your capacity to tolerate all ranges of feelings. You will become more conscious of your limiting patterns while developing healthy ones as your sense of a genuine and stronger self emerges.
In my practice I see individuals and couples with many ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds.
Finding the right therapist from a website is difficult, which is why I offer phone or in-person consultations. It takes courage to address challenges such as relationships, personal problems, or general unhappiness. Your success in treatment will depend on your readiness to open up and my authentic presence that will help create a safe space for you. Together we will work on identifying, experiencing and expanding your capacity to tolerate all ranges of feelings. You will become more conscious of your limiting patterns while developing healthy ones as your sense of a genuine and stronger self emerges.
(818) 960-6244 View (818) 960-6244
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Jared Peter Roehrig
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, MFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
I help people relate to self and others in healthier ways. Together we will discover new insights into symptoms, unhelpful patterns, and memories that keep you from embracing your creative life. I come from a background in education and creative writing and specialize in partnering with the unconscious to express, analyze, and release trauma. I appreciate wherever you are coming from on this stage of your life journey, and will provide a non-judgmental place to explore it all. Building a new relationship with a therapist can be challenging. I treat therapy as a sacred space, where every part of you belongs. Let's explore together.
I help people relate to self and others in healthier ways. Together we will discover new insights into symptoms, unhelpful patterns, and memories that keep you from embracing your creative life. I come from a background in education and creative writing and specialize in partnering with the unconscious to express, analyze, and release trauma. I appreciate wherever you are coming from on this stage of your life journey, and will provide a non-judgmental place to explore it all. Building a new relationship with a therapist can be challenging. I treat therapy as a sacred space, where every part of you belongs. Let's explore together.
(805) 918-1549 View (805) 918-1549
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Gia Buonaguro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
West Hollywood, CA 90048
My work includes: EMDR, Somatic Awareness work, Couples Counseling, Inner Child Work, Dream Work, Relational Exploration, Role-Playing.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and at heart, a Healer. I believe healing involves the Mind, Body, and Spirit and that through this connection, we can let go of painful Trauma and Limiting/False beliefs that hold us back. I work with Individuals and Couples to help bring clarity where they may be confusion. I use EMDR and Somatic Experiencing to help people work with Trauma and to develop and strengthen their sense of self. When we come from this place of self-awareness, we can have truly satisfying relationships with others because we have healed the wounds within.
My work includes: EMDR, Somatic Awareness work, Couples Counseling, Inner Child Work, Dream Work, Relational Exploration, Role-Playing.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and at heart, a Healer. I believe healing involves the Mind, Body, and Spirit and that through this connection, we can let go of painful Trauma and Limiting/False beliefs that hold us back. I work with Individuals and Couples to help bring clarity where they may be confusion. I use EMDR and Somatic Experiencing to help people work with Trauma and to develop and strengthen their sense of self. When we come from this place of self-awareness, we can have truly satisfying relationships with others because we have healed the wounds within.
(310) 740-9870 View (310) 740-9870
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Mario D'Aliesio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCS, ADC-II
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92618
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have found a way to synthesize my many perspectives and apply my passion to treatment for couples, families and youth in adolescent behavior, family problems, adult and youth addiction, abuse, and depression.
I have more than thirty years of experience in the field of psychotherapy and treating addiction. My passion for service has led me to work with active duty military, veterans, teens, couples, and individuals who are seeking balance and healing. My unique experience and talents have crafted me as an expert in identifying and treating PTSD and substance use disorders, including pathological gambling and sexual compulsivity. I have held positions as the Division Head of the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton and Branch Head for Behavioral Health with Marine Family Programs Camp Pendleton.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have found a way to synthesize my many perspectives and apply my passion to treatment for couples, families and youth in adolescent behavior, family problems, adult and youth addiction, abuse, and depression.
I have more than thirty years of experience in the field of psychotherapy and treating addiction. My passion for service has led me to work with active duty military, veterans, teens, couples, and individuals who are seeking balance and healing. My unique experience and talents have crafted me as an expert in identifying and treating PTSD and substance use disorders, including pathological gambling and sexual compulsivity. I have held positions as the Division Head of the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton and Branch Head for Behavioral Health with Marine Family Programs Camp Pendleton.
(949) 344-2422 View (949) 344-2422

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Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.