Therapists in Santa Monica, CA
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 20 years experience working with adolescents, college students, adults of all ages and couples. My areas of specialization are: trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationships/dating, prenatal-postpartum (infants and mothers), ADHD, executive coaching, breakups and divorce, woman’s issues, addiction, LGBTIQ +, building self esteem and life transitions. I focus on helping people find relief from emotional distress to live healthy and fulfilling lives by developing coping tools and wisdom to address future challenges.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 20 years experience working with adolescents, college students, adults of all ages and couples. My areas of specialization are: trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationships/dating, prenatal-postpartum (infants and mothers), ADHD, executive coaching, breakups and divorce, woman’s issues, addiction, LGBTIQ +, building self esteem and life transitions. I focus on helping people find relief from emotional distress to live healthy and fulfilling lives by developing coping tools and wisdom to address future challenges.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and substance abuse. I have provided therapy in various settings: public mental health, family agencies, hospitals, school systems, and in private practice. I have worked with a wide range of severity of problems and challenges. These experiences provided me with ways to relate to my clients, regardless of circumstance or background, in a way where they can be heard and understood and provided a treatment that is meaningful to them.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and substance abuse. I have provided therapy in various settings: public mental health, family agencies, hospitals, school systems, and in private practice. I have worked with a wide range of severity of problems and challenges. These experiences provided me with ways to relate to my clients, regardless of circumstance or background, in a way where they can be heard and understood and provided a treatment that is meaningful to them.
As a therapist, I value and create a safe, nurturing, and empathic environment for individuals, couples, and families to explore underlying issues to relationship problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and addictions. I am trained & certified in EMDR, which helps a person to quickly move through recent and past trauma and successfully overcome symptoms related to PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder). We'll work together to help you find a healthy balance between body, mind, and emotions that allow for success in relationships and work, self-empowerment, and to live a life full of hope, meaning, and purpose.
As a therapist, I value and create a safe, nurturing, and empathic environment for individuals, couples, and families to explore underlying issues to relationship problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and addictions. I am trained & certified in EMDR, which helps a person to quickly move through recent and past trauma and successfully overcome symptoms related to PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder). We'll work together to help you find a healthy balance between body, mind, and emotions that allow for success in relationships and work, self-empowerment, and to live a life full of hope, meaning, and purpose.
Career counseling, depression in its many forms, grief & loss, including pet bereavement, job loss, anxiety, relationships, marital, both straight and gay, adults including geriatrics.
Career Counseling, Depression/Anxiety are primary specializations. I believe the client is his/her own best therapist and already possesses the necessary wisdom for healing to begin. I can facilitate this process by providing a safe, non-intrusive, supportive environment. I prefer to acknowledge, build and reinforce the client's strengths rather than focus on old negative beliefs. 25+ years experience.
Career counseling, depression in its many forms, grief & loss, including pet bereavement, job loss, anxiety, relationships, marital, both straight and gay, adults including geriatrics.
Career Counseling, Depression/Anxiety are primary specializations. I believe the client is his/her own best therapist and already possesses the necessary wisdom for healing to begin. I can facilitate this process by providing a safe, non-intrusive, supportive environment. I prefer to acknowledge, build and reinforce the client's strengths rather than focus on old negative beliefs. 25+ years experience.
I work with a diverse range of issues, but specialize in relationship issues, new parenting challenges, depression, anxiety, anger, loss, and grief.
My psychotherapeutic approach is based upon the trusting, supportive, and challenging relationships that I build with my clients. I am committed to truly understanding each unique individual as they gain greater emotional awareness, confidence, and self-acceptance.
I work with a diverse range of issues, but specialize in relationship issues, new parenting challenges, depression, anxiety, anger, loss, and grief.
My psychotherapeutic approach is based upon the trusting, supportive, and challenging relationships that I build with my clients. I am committed to truly understanding each unique individual as they gain greater emotional awareness, confidence, and self-acceptance.
Drew Mirman Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90401
I work with adults and adolescents struggling with substance abuse, trauma, grief, self-worth, and relationship difficulties.
Life can feel overwhelming, and leave us feeling like we don’t know where to turn next. We have often learned to avoid the thoughts/feelings that may feel too daunting to face. As a result, we go to great lengths to distract ourselves from moving through these feelings and instead move away from them. I will compassionately support you in building awareness of the feelings that may feel difficult to tolerate, and the self-narratives and defenses that may be keeping you in stuck patterns. Together we will walk through your lived experience, while gently re-defining your relationship with what is no longer serving you.
I work with adults and adolescents struggling with substance abuse, trauma, grief, self-worth, and relationship difficulties.
Life can feel overwhelming, and leave us feeling like we don’t know where to turn next. We have often learned to avoid the thoughts/feelings that may feel too daunting to face. As a result, we go to great lengths to distract ourselves from moving through these feelings and instead move away from them. I will compassionately support you in building awareness of the feelings that may feel difficult to tolerate, and the self-narratives and defenses that may be keeping you in stuck patterns. Together we will walk through your lived experience, while gently re-defining your relationship with what is no longer serving you.
Jennifer Ollestad
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Areas of clinical specialty and interest include anxiety and stress management, eating disorder and addiction treatment, the treatment of compulsive behaviors, loss and trauma, personality disorders, the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, and the adjustment to life transitions.
I am a licensed MFT with offices in Santa Monica and Ojai. For the past twenty + years I have been working as a therapist with adolescents, adults and families. I am also a clinical supervisor to interns in my private practice, and I provide psychotherapy for therapists in training. My work as a therapist focuses on relationships of all kinds. For my clients, I hope to be an agent of positive change by working with them towards an understanding of the dynamics that keep them from moving forward and then by mentoring them to co-create bigger lives for themselves.
Areas of clinical specialty and interest include anxiety and stress management, eating disorder and addiction treatment, the treatment of compulsive behaviors, loss and trauma, personality disorders, the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, and the adjustment to life transitions.
I am a licensed MFT with offices in Santa Monica and Ojai. For the past twenty + years I have been working as a therapist with adolescents, adults and families. I am also a clinical supervisor to interns in my private practice, and I provide psychotherapy for therapists in training. My work as a therapist focuses on relationships of all kinds. For my clients, I hope to be an agent of positive change by working with them towards an understanding of the dynamics that keep them from moving forward and then by mentoring them to co-create bigger lives for themselves.
Jessica Gallo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90403 (Online Only)
My specialties include women's issues, healing relational & intergenerational trauma, EMDR, attachment & relationship issues, codependency, grief/ loss, depression/anxiety & mindfulness.
Together, we can make sense of the messiness of life. My treatment approach is strengths-based, authentic, holistic, collaborative & highly customized to each client. In sessions, you can expect to be equipped with practical tools, observations, insights and nurturing containment. You can expect an honest, connected relationship where both laughter and tears are welcomed and you can come as you are. Our work will allow you to build on your innate resiliency and develop self-compassion. Connecting with a professional therapist can shed light on what may need to shift in order to heal and align with the healthiest version of you.
My specialties include women's issues, healing relational & intergenerational trauma, EMDR, attachment & relationship issues, codependency, grief/ loss, depression/anxiety & mindfulness.
Together, we can make sense of the messiness of life. My treatment approach is strengths-based, authentic, holistic, collaborative & highly customized to each client. In sessions, you can expect to be equipped with practical tools, observations, insights and nurturing containment. You can expect an honest, connected relationship where both laughter and tears are welcomed and you can come as you are. Our work will allow you to build on your innate resiliency and develop self-compassion. Connecting with a professional therapist can shed light on what may need to shift in order to heal and align with the healthiest version of you.
I have worked with individuals who have experienced trauma, eating disorders, acculturation issues, self-destructive behaviors, anxiety, depression, loss, identity issues, and life transitions.
Taking the first step toward your healing requires courage and I acknowledge the effort you have put forth. Perhaps you have reached a point where you need more awareness in order to deal with your present circumstances. I am a clinical psychologist with several years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples. I provide in-depth therapy where we both can begin to explore the underlying causes of your emotional symptoms. I view my role as a psychologist as one who guides you through the healing process. I believe that in order for this to occur, respect, safety, understanding and awareness must be present.
I have worked with individuals who have experienced trauma, eating disorders, acculturation issues, self-destructive behaviors, anxiety, depression, loss, identity issues, and life transitions.
Taking the first step toward your healing requires courage and I acknowledge the effort you have put forth. Perhaps you have reached a point where you need more awareness in order to deal with your present circumstances. I am a clinical psychologist with several years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and couples. I provide in-depth therapy where we both can begin to explore the underlying causes of your emotional symptoms. I view my role as a psychologist as one who guides you through the healing process. I believe that in order for this to occur, respect, safety, understanding and awareness must be present.
Current life anxieties and depression often stem from loss, family dysfunction, childhood trauma and their lasting influences.
We all face conflicts that at times become “too much.” When we feel overwhelmed there’s a natural tendency to want to restore balance in ourselves and our lives. Any conflict—in love, work, body image, physical symptoms—can lead to anxiety, shame and a sense of "going through the motions." Whether you’re dealing with current or long-standing difficulties, there are effective ways to understand and soften painful feelings. Life can be better when you open to new thinking, curb negativity and break repetitive cycles; you become kinder to yourself. You can find your own voice.
Current life anxieties and depression often stem from loss, family dysfunction, childhood trauma and their lasting influences.
We all face conflicts that at times become “too much.” When we feel overwhelmed there’s a natural tendency to want to restore balance in ourselves and our lives. Any conflict—in love, work, body image, physical symptoms—can lead to anxiety, shame and a sense of "going through the motions." Whether you’re dealing with current or long-standing difficulties, there are effective ways to understand and soften painful feelings. Life can be better when you open to new thinking, curb negativity and break repetitive cycles; you become kinder to yourself. You can find your own voice.
It's also proven effective for car accidents, breakups with partners, and bereavement.
If you have been in long term talk therapy and have not gotten the results you want, you've come to the right therapist! I specialize in EMDR and IFS therapy. This way of working gets to your issues on a deep level and clears out years of irrational beliefs that keep you from being who you want to be.
It's also proven effective for car accidents, breakups with partners, and bereavement.
If you have been in long term talk therapy and have not gotten the results you want, you've come to the right therapist! I specialize in EMDR and IFS therapy. This way of working gets to your issues on a deep level and clears out years of irrational beliefs that keep you from being who you want to be.
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I work with children, adolescents, young adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, divorce, learning differences, ADHD, adoption, loss, and identity issues.
Looking for a Psychologist can be an overwhelming task. I work in a collaborative way respecting each person's unique history, personality, cultural context, strengths, weaknesses and goals. I offer a warm, respectful and compassionate environment that promotes growth. I have extensive experience and expertise working with adults in psychotherapy struggling with depression, grief, anxiety, fears, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions and creative blocks that interfere with daily living in terms of creating and maintaining meaningful relationships or realizing fulfilling career goals.
I work with children, adolescents, young adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, divorce, learning differences, ADHD, adoption, loss, and identity issues.
Looking for a Psychologist can be an overwhelming task. I work in a collaborative way respecting each person's unique history, personality, cultural context, strengths, weaknesses and goals. I offer a warm, respectful and compassionate environment that promotes growth. I have extensive experience and expertise working with adults in psychotherapy struggling with depression, grief, anxiety, fears, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions and creative blocks that interfere with daily living in terms of creating and maintaining meaningful relationships or realizing fulfilling career goals.
Besides Addiction, I treat depression, anxiety, marital/relationship problems, family of origin conflicts & attachment/ loss.
I am often asked "How can you listen to people's problems all day long?" This is not at all what I do. I hear them but I am listening to you in your entirety. I hear the songs in your hearts, your dreams, your sadness and losses but most of all, I hear your answers. It is truly a joy to be a part of the process when we start to discover what you need & when we find your answers and your road to happiness. No matter what you are struggling with, we can work it out together.
Besides Addiction, I treat depression, anxiety, marital/relationship problems, family of origin conflicts & attachment/ loss.
I am often asked "How can you listen to people's problems all day long?" This is not at all what I do. I hear them but I am listening to you in your entirety. I hear the songs in your hearts, your dreams, your sadness and losses but most of all, I hear your answers. It is truly a joy to be a part of the process when we start to discover what you need & when we find your answers and your road to happiness. No matter what you are struggling with, we can work it out together.
Additional work that clients seek me out for includes, but is not limited to: relationship therapy, affirmative LGBTQ+ work, trauma resolution, empowerment, life and career transitions, addressing self worth/self esteem difficulties, codependency, grief work, and blended families.
The belief that you are inadequate is a myth. I believe in looking for what is right with you. I am not the therapist who is going to merely sit back, listen and tell you what is wrong with you. Together we will find the gold of you, and walk the journey towards your most alive, most authentic self. We will have active conversations. I will participate. We will laugh here and there, because I’m a big believer in the healing power of humor. I will not tell you what to do or how to live, but I will help guide you toward your own inner-knowing.
Additional work that clients seek me out for includes, but is not limited to: relationship therapy, affirmative LGBTQ+ work, trauma resolution, empowerment, life and career transitions, addressing self worth/self esteem difficulties, codependency, grief work, and blended families.
The belief that you are inadequate is a myth. I believe in looking for what is right with you. I am not the therapist who is going to merely sit back, listen and tell you what is wrong with you. Together we will find the gold of you, and walk the journey towards your most alive, most authentic self. We will have active conversations. I will participate. We will laugh here and there, because I’m a big believer in the healing power of humor. I will not tell you what to do or how to live, but I will help guide you toward your own inner-knowing.
Jo Ann McKarus
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, FIPA
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403 (Online Only)
"Not until we are lost, do we begin to understand ourselves." -- Henry David Thoreau. I believe this statement is an essential truth about the human condition. Paradoxically, as other great intellects have attested to, it is precisely through self-understanding that one achieves emotional healing, wisdom and maturity. Through insight and self-awareness, one also gains an increased capacity for deep and meaningful relationships, a potent tonic for whatever ails, be it depression or anxiety, grief or trauma, aging or illness.... Resolving inner conflicts leads to healthier choices and the vanquishing of self-defeating patterns.
"Not until we are lost, do we begin to understand ourselves." -- Henry David Thoreau. I believe this statement is an essential truth about the human condition. Paradoxically, as other great intellects have attested to, it is precisely through self-understanding that one achieves emotional healing, wisdom and maturity. Through insight and self-awareness, one also gains an increased capacity for deep and meaningful relationships, a potent tonic for whatever ails, be it depression or anxiety, grief or trauma, aging or illness.... Resolving inner conflicts leads to healthier choices and the vanquishing of self-defeating patterns.
Paul Michael Remmele
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90405 (Online Only)
I have extensive training and experience in helping clients process difficult emotions and attachment issues, including painful childhood memories or grief over loss of a loved one.
I'm deeply empathetic with an ability to be with clients through their most difficult emotions. I believe processing feelings can facilitate rapid growth. However, my approach is eclectic because change can be initiated in different ways. For example, emotional processing can shift feelings as well as thoughts and behaviors. Alternatively, reevaluating dysfunctional thoughts can improve our outlook and actions. Exploring different behaviors can permanently change one's attitude or release repressed feelings. So, I'm a client centered, empathetic therapist, comfortable working on deep feelings as well as assisting clients in finding concrete solutions and effective new behaviors.
I have extensive training and experience in helping clients process difficult emotions and attachment issues, including painful childhood memories or grief over loss of a loved one.
I'm deeply empathetic with an ability to be with clients through their most difficult emotions. I believe processing feelings can facilitate rapid growth. However, my approach is eclectic because change can be initiated in different ways. For example, emotional processing can shift feelings as well as thoughts and behaviors. Alternatively, reevaluating dysfunctional thoughts can improve our outlook and actions. Exploring different behaviors can permanently change one's attitude or release repressed feelings. So, I'm a client centered, empathetic therapist, comfortable working on deep feelings as well as assisting clients in finding concrete solutions and effective new behaviors.
www.Chelsea CanningLCSW.com
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, C-ASWCM
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90402 (Online Only)
We all need a little help from time to time to pull ourselves out of our... grief, trauma, depression, confusing thoughts, self criticism, intense feelings, and improve our relationship with ourselves and others. Helping ease your painful moments is the most important work we can accomplish together. Sometimes we just need someone to stand by us, assure us that it's going to be okay and guide us through the tough parts. Please give me a call today, we can see how to work together for a better quality of life.
We all need a little help from time to time to pull ourselves out of our... grief, trauma, depression, confusing thoughts, self criticism, intense feelings, and improve our relationship with ourselves and others. Helping ease your painful moments is the most important work we can accomplish together. Sometimes we just need someone to stand by us, assure us that it's going to be okay and guide us through the tough parts. Please give me a call today, we can see how to work together for a better quality of life.
My areas of expertise are in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, mood disorders, OCD and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
During this difficult time, you may need support. I care and want to help you through life's challenges. Therapy is beneficial whether you are seeking to address current or long-term issues. Your emotional health can improve. Therapy can positively transform the course of your life. I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in individual, family and couple’s therapy. I have a Ph.D. and master’s in psychology and a master’s in Alternative Dispute resolution. l work collaboratively and transparently to create real and lasting results. I keep up to date on the latest treatments relevant to our goals.
My areas of expertise are in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, mood disorders, OCD and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
During this difficult time, you may need support. I care and want to help you through life's challenges. Therapy is beneficial whether you are seeking to address current or long-term issues. Your emotional health can improve. Therapy can positively transform the course of your life. I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in individual, family and couple’s therapy. I have a Ph.D. and master’s in psychology and a master’s in Alternative Dispute resolution. l work collaboratively and transparently to create real and lasting results. I keep up to date on the latest treatments relevant to our goals.
Negar Khaefi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Whether you are going through a tough transition, a traumatic loss, or a severe anxiety disorder, I would love to help.
Are you living with a traumatic past, or severe anxiety? I am an Anxiety and PTSD specialist. My expertise is in treating Career/Romantic Anxiety, Panic, OCD, Traumatic Memories, Nightmares, and Social Anxiety. My typical clients experience debilitating Panic Attacks, Trauma Flashbacks, Feelings of Unreality, Insomnia, Feelings of Detachment, Fear of Death/Suicide, Losing Control, Fear of Going Insane, Fear of leaving the house, Fear of Embarrassment/Rejection, Fear of Being Trapped, Driving Anxiety, Violent Intrusive Thoughts, Constant Daily Anxiety about Work, Love Life, and Transitions.
Whether you are going through a tough transition, a traumatic loss, or a severe anxiety disorder, I would love to help.
Are you living with a traumatic past, or severe anxiety? I am an Anxiety and PTSD specialist. My expertise is in treating Career/Romantic Anxiety, Panic, OCD, Traumatic Memories, Nightmares, and Social Anxiety. My typical clients experience debilitating Panic Attacks, Trauma Flashbacks, Feelings of Unreality, Insomnia, Feelings of Detachment, Fear of Death/Suicide, Losing Control, Fear of Going Insane, Fear of leaving the house, Fear of Embarrassment/Rejection, Fear of Being Trapped, Driving Anxiety, Violent Intrusive Thoughts, Constant Daily Anxiety about Work, Love Life, and Transitions.
Mari Rae Conti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90404 (Online Only)
The first step to seeking therapy is a courageous and often anxiety-provoking decision for new clients. I create an environment where clients feel safe and supported. I enjoy working with teens and adults on life transitions, including school adjustment, career transition, loss, family, and relationship issues. My approach to therapy is client-centered and strength-based.
The first step to seeking therapy is a courageous and often anxiety-provoking decision for new clients. I create an environment where clients feel safe and supported. I enjoy working with teens and adults on life transitions, including school adjustment, career transition, loss, family, and relationship issues. My approach to therapy is client-centered and strength-based.
