Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Venice, CA

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Rima Danielle Jomaa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
I create a confidential space for you to safely explore your mental health concerns & gain practical tools to apply to your daily life. I offer short- & long-term therapy. I collaborate with you to understand your needs & goals. Then I create a treatment plan that is unique for you, based on what you need. I teach tools that have been proven to work in the past for my clients or for me. My clients tend to struggle with anxiety, depression, self-comparison, body image/EDs, trauma, abuse, substance use/addiction, relationship issues, spirituality questions, lack of self-esteem/confidence, stress, setting boundaries, & communication.
I create a confidential space for you to safely explore your mental health concerns & gain practical tools to apply to your daily life. I offer short- & long-term therapy. I collaborate with you to understand your needs & goals. Then I create a treatment plan that is unique for you, based on what you need. I teach tools that have been proven to work in the past for my clients or for me. My clients tend to struggle with anxiety, depression, self-comparison, body image/EDs, trauma, abuse, substance use/addiction, relationship issues, spirituality questions, lack of self-esteem/confidence, stress, setting boundaries, & communication.
(442) 255-7027 View (442) 255-7027
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Dain Dorsey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
Hey! Whether you are new to therapy or not, I commend you for the bravery it takes to start searching. I hope that you will find I could be of service to you. In both my professional and personal journey, I have sought to learn how to find more peace, happiness, and fulfillment. As a therapist, my goal is to learn what that might look like for you, and explore how we get there. I want my clients to crave insight, and question "Why are things the way they are?" I work best with clients who are willing to consider alternative perspectives, experiment with change, and remains persistent despite obstacles or failures.
Hey! Whether you are new to therapy or not, I commend you for the bravery it takes to start searching. I hope that you will find I could be of service to you. In both my professional and personal journey, I have sought to learn how to find more peace, happiness, and fulfillment. As a therapist, my goal is to learn what that might look like for you, and explore how we get there. I want my clients to crave insight, and question "Why are things the way they are?" I work best with clients who are willing to consider alternative perspectives, experiment with change, and remains persistent despite obstacles or failures.
(760) 407-3529 View (760) 407-3529
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Michael T. Gapski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
Are you feeling worn down by life? Maybe you're feeling stuck? Are you confused about your next move? Have you found that venting to friends leads to it being about them? Are your other methods of sustaining not working for you anymore? ​ Wouldn’t it be nice to have a space devoted to you? If you’re reading this, great job. You are one step closer to making a change that you deserve. The therapy process can be scary, confusing, and you’re probably wondering how can this guy help me? I believe you deserve a space that is dedicated to you.
Are you feeling worn down by life? Maybe you're feeling stuck? Are you confused about your next move? Have you found that venting to friends leads to it being about them? Are your other methods of sustaining not working for you anymore? ​ Wouldn’t it be nice to have a space devoted to you? If you’re reading this, great job. You are one step closer to making a change that you deserve. The therapy process can be scary, confusing, and you’re probably wondering how can this guy help me? I believe you deserve a space that is dedicated to you.
(424) 363-4950 View (424) 363-4950
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Alexandra Tappan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291
I provide a nonjudgmental space to navigate and make sense of one’s patterns and experiences. Allowing curiosity and constructive self-reflection to occur—we uncover and integrate one’s authentic truth. This creates a bedrock for lasting & effective healing and transformation. Become unstuck. Become self-empowered.
I provide a nonjudgmental space to navigate and make sense of one’s patterns and experiences. Allowing curiosity and constructive self-reflection to occur—we uncover and integrate one’s authentic truth. This creates a bedrock for lasting & effective healing and transformation. Become unstuck. Become self-empowered.
(310) 905-5596 View (310) 905-5596
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Daniel James O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
We can sometimes find ourselves journeying through difficult and uncertain times; believing ourselves to be lost and without a clear direction - therapy offers an opportunity to gain tools for that journey with someone who will believe in your potential for change, and help you to witness your narrative through a more objective and empowered lens. A therapist is a mirror, enabling you to see the totality of your being, and all that has contributed to your existence - together we find ways to rearrange, change and rejoin your life.
We can sometimes find ourselves journeying through difficult and uncertain times; believing ourselves to be lost and without a clear direction - therapy offers an opportunity to gain tools for that journey with someone who will believe in your potential for change, and help you to witness your narrative through a more objective and empowered lens. A therapist is a mirror, enabling you to see the totality of your being, and all that has contributed to your existence - together we find ways to rearrange, change and rejoin your life.
(760) 422-3309 View (760) 422-3309
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Priscilla Jouvin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I choose to use evidenced-based approaches which provide you with coping skills and tools that you can use to improve your overall quality of life. I strive to tailor therapy to benefit you, meet your needs each session, and provide relief all in a safe space. I enjoy working with adults who may be experiencing life transitions, relationship conflict, stress, self-esteem concerns, grief, and loss, and I can help manage the anxiety that may come along with it. I have experience providing therapeutic services to couples, families, and individuals across various life cycles in many different settings.
As a therapist, I choose to use evidenced-based approaches which provide you with coping skills and tools that you can use to improve your overall quality of life. I strive to tailor therapy to benefit you, meet your needs each session, and provide relief all in a safe space. I enjoy working with adults who may be experiencing life transitions, relationship conflict, stress, self-esteem concerns, grief, and loss, and I can help manage the anxiety that may come along with it. I have experience providing therapeutic services to couples, families, and individuals across various life cycles in many different settings.
(424) 392-7935 View (424) 392-7935
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Melinda Masters
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
With almost ten years of experience working with individuals, adolescents, and families I approach therapy with a humanistic approach. When you feel something in your life needs to change; be it career, personal, physical, or spiritual I welcome you to share that journey with me. I will meet you where you are and guide you to a safe place, optimizing your potential. You are unique and have challenges that require a personalized approach. Whether you are having relationship problems, trauma, grief, depression, or anxiety, I can help you navigate the path to health and well-being.
With almost ten years of experience working with individuals, adolescents, and families I approach therapy with a humanistic approach. When you feel something in your life needs to change; be it career, personal, physical, or spiritual I welcome you to share that journey with me. I will meet you where you are and guide you to a safe place, optimizing your potential. You are unique and have challenges that require a personalized approach. Whether you are having relationship problems, trauma, grief, depression, or anxiety, I can help you navigate the path to health and well-being.
(415) 853-5326 View (415) 853-5326
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Daniela Sylvers Weise
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
I became a therapist because I want to help individuals find their voice and help them to feel understood. I will help you find the words to describe what is happening and together we’ll find what works for you moving forward. I believe you’re doing the best you can and also believe everyone has the capacity for change and growth. With new knowledge and a different approach you can start feeling better. I work with clients’ strengths while also helping them to remove the barriers that are getting in the way to living a fuller and happier life.
I became a therapist because I want to help individuals find their voice and help them to feel understood. I will help you find the words to describe what is happening and together we’ll find what works for you moving forward. I believe you’re doing the best you can and also believe everyone has the capacity for change and growth. With new knowledge and a different approach you can start feeling better. I work with clients’ strengths while also helping them to remove the barriers that are getting in the way to living a fuller and happier life.
(415) 480-3428 View (415) 480-3428
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Kristin Kolster
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
I find meaning and fulfillment in working with those who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, attachment wounds, and relationship issues. I am an Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR) and Reprocessing trained therapist and I use EMDR to treat trauma. Trauma comes in multiple forms; single episode, multiple, or cumulative relational trauma. I strongly believe that our psyche is wired for healing and growth, and it is an honor to be part of my client’s transformative journey.
I find meaning and fulfillment in working with those who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, attachment wounds, and relationship issues. I am an Eye Movement Desensitization (EMDR) and Reprocessing trained therapist and I use EMDR to treat trauma. Trauma comes in multiple forms; single episode, multiple, or cumulative relational trauma. I strongly believe that our psyche is wired for healing and growth, and it is an honor to be part of my client’s transformative journey.
(424) 408-1714 View (424) 408-1714
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Jesse Carmen-Hay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90292
Waitlist for new clients
I am so glad that you made it here - my name is Jesse Carmen-Hay, and I am a LCSW in the state of California. I work with those who are struggling with eating disorders and body image concerns, anxiety, depression, life transitions, codependency, interpersonal issues, mood disorders, and more. I have extensive experience working with the LGBTQ+ community. I also offer couples and sex therapy services if that is something you are looking for. I use an individualized approach as no two people are the same and I seek to meet my clients where they are at.
I am so glad that you made it here - my name is Jesse Carmen-Hay, and I am a LCSW in the state of California. I work with those who are struggling with eating disorders and body image concerns, anxiety, depression, life transitions, codependency, interpersonal issues, mood disorders, and more. I have extensive experience working with the LGBTQ+ community. I also offer couples and sex therapy services if that is something you are looking for. I use an individualized approach as no two people are the same and I seek to meet my clients where they are at.
(424) 233-1405 View (424) 233-1405
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Margaret Lamb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
I believe that we as humans can turn pain into power (I have experienced this myself)! I also believe that when you feel seen, understood, and safe, healing happens. There are not many places where we can come to be, breathe, and experience unconditional acceptance. Therapy is a place where you can show up as yourself, keep it real, cry, laugh, and do everything in between without feeling judged. It also provides an experience of safety, calm, openness, and engagement.
I believe that we as humans can turn pain into power (I have experienced this myself)! I also believe that when you feel seen, understood, and safe, healing happens. There are not many places where we can come to be, breathe, and experience unconditional acceptance. Therapy is a place where you can show up as yourself, keep it real, cry, laugh, and do everything in between without feeling judged. It also provides an experience of safety, calm, openness, and engagement.
(424) 359-1431 View (424) 359-1431
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Mary Ann Abosch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, TMF
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
You have your share of life stress. There's almost no way to get around it in our fast-paced culture where work is exhausting, relationships and family require attention, and to-do lists are endless. You're going through the daily grind, juggling lots of balls, and trying to keep people satisfied. Meanwhile, you're coming unglued. You start losing your cool with others, become paralyzed with fear, or want to run away from it all. You might be exhausted, edgy, or have trouble concentrating. Maybe you self-soothe in unhealthy ways. You're tired of this but don't know what to do. This is where I come in and our work together begins.
You have your share of life stress. There's almost no way to get around it in our fast-paced culture where work is exhausting, relationships and family require attention, and to-do lists are endless. You're going through the daily grind, juggling lots of balls, and trying to keep people satisfied. Meanwhile, you're coming unglued. You start losing your cool with others, become paralyzed with fear, or want to run away from it all. You might be exhausted, edgy, or have trouble concentrating. Maybe you self-soothe in unhealthy ways. You're tired of this but don't know what to do. This is where I come in and our work together begins.
(424) 353-2465 View (424) 353-2465
Photo of Caroline Crisol, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Caroline Crisol
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. I also offer thorough clinical evaluations for VAWA, Asylum, and Extreme Hardship immigration cases. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. I also offer thorough clinical evaluations for VAWA, Asylum, and Extreme Hardship immigration cases. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
(424) 473-1923 View (424) 473-1923
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Julie Cima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
As solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true worth and lead a life worth celebrating your full potential. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Sometimes we all need some extra help, and often all we need is some extra guidance to help us navigate through life's challenges. Whether the obstacles that you face are temporary setbacks or lifelong issues, together we can find a way to help you face the future with new coping tools and with a stronger sense of self.
As solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true worth and lead a life worth celebrating your full potential. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Sometimes we all need some extra help, and often all we need is some extra guidance to help us navigate through life's challenges. Whether the obstacles that you face are temporary setbacks or lifelong issues, together we can find a way to help you face the future with new coping tools and with a stronger sense of self.
(916) 827-3479 View (916) 827-3479
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Valerie Yarema
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90292
I believe growth happens best in the context of supportive relationships. Consequently, my style is dedicated to fostering trust and rapport between us, establishing a therapeutic space where you can cultivate acceptance and self-compassion. My approach to therapy balances directness and candor with nurturance and warmth. I am passionate about helping others discover more moments of peace, joy, hope, and laughter in their everyday lives. In our collaborative journey, we will reflect together, explore patterns, and unearth core beliefs. I use a strengths-based approach, building upon the strengths you already possess.
I believe growth happens best in the context of supportive relationships. Consequently, my style is dedicated to fostering trust and rapport between us, establishing a therapeutic space where you can cultivate acceptance and self-compassion. My approach to therapy balances directness and candor with nurturance and warmth. I am passionate about helping others discover more moments of peace, joy, hope, and laughter in their everyday lives. In our collaborative journey, we will reflect together, explore patterns, and unearth core beliefs. I use a strengths-based approach, building upon the strengths you already possess.
(424) 544-8897 View (424) 544-8897
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Janice Raj
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
My approach to therapy includes building awareness of distressing thought, emotional, and behavioral patterns that are part of this autopilot process and replacing them intentionally with more adaptive patterns. This helps create and strengthen new neural pathways in the brain. The majority of our day-to-day behaviors can be best described as being on autopilot which means they occur more so automatically without our conscious effort. This process can be efficient but some parts can also cause us distress.
My approach to therapy includes building awareness of distressing thought, emotional, and behavioral patterns that are part of this autopilot process and replacing them intentionally with more adaptive patterns. This helps create and strengthen new neural pathways in the brain. The majority of our day-to-day behaviors can be best described as being on autopilot which means they occur more so automatically without our conscious effort. This process can be efficient but some parts can also cause us distress.
(669) 348-3007 View (669) 348-3007
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Justin Mink
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291
I am a West-Los Angeles LCSW, offering both in-person and tele-therapy sessions, working with both individuals and couples. My style as a therapist is warm and challenging, direct and engaging. I know that no two clients are the same, and treat each client with a specific approach tailored to their wants and needs. The primary topics I work with are addiction, depression/anxiety, physical pain and couple's issues (I am a LEVEL 3 Gottman Method therapist). If you're ready to take that leap and give therapy a try, or return to therapy, give me a call or shoot me an email. You can learn more about me on my webstie.
I am a West-Los Angeles LCSW, offering both in-person and tele-therapy sessions, working with both individuals and couples. My style as a therapist is warm and challenging, direct and engaging. I know that no two clients are the same, and treat each client with a specific approach tailored to their wants and needs. The primary topics I work with are addiction, depression/anxiety, physical pain and couple's issues (I am a LEVEL 3 Gottman Method therapist). If you're ready to take that leap and give therapy a try, or return to therapy, give me a call or shoot me an email. You can learn more about me on my webstie.
(310) 984-7249 View (310) 984-7249
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Kristina Kenyon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291
I believe we all come into this world being enough as we are but sometimes there are challenges, losses, difficulties, or behaviors that get in the way of what you may be wanting or where you want to be in your life. Together, we can build insight and understanding and work towards making the changes you want to see.
I believe we all come into this world being enough as we are but sometimes there are challenges, losses, difficulties, or behaviors that get in the way of what you may be wanting or where you want to be in your life. Together, we can build insight and understanding and work towards making the changes you want to see.
(415) 226-4779 View (415) 226-4779
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Mayra Torres
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
I provide individual therapy for adults, specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, life stressors, and life transitions. My purpose is to empower individuals with the tools to manage challenges in their lives. My purpose in therapy is to strengthen confidence and resilience, bringing harmony and a sense of balance to the self. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused brief therapy. I integrate various therapy modalities with individualization to your own unique needs.
I provide individual therapy for adults, specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, life stressors, and life transitions. My purpose is to empower individuals with the tools to manage challenges in their lives. My purpose in therapy is to strengthen confidence and resilience, bringing harmony and a sense of balance to the self. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused brief therapy. I integrate various therapy modalities with individualization to your own unique needs.
(424) 799-1475 View (424) 799-1475
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Nicole Salazar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Venice, CA 90291  (Online Only)
Let’s figure out this crazy thing called life, together. Life is tough enough as it is, but I hope you will be open to allowing me to be a part of your healing and journey. I believe relationships and connections are important to thrive as human beings. I will encourage you to bring awareness to your emotions and allow them to be, as well as challenge any negative or self-defeating thoughts that sometimes keep us stuck. Think of me as your nonjudgmental friend who supports you where you are but also sees the potential of who you want to become.
Let’s figure out this crazy thing called life, together. Life is tough enough as it is, but I hope you will be open to allowing me to be a part of your healing and journey. I believe relationships and connections are important to thrive as human beings. I will encourage you to bring awareness to your emotions and allow them to be, as well as challenge any negative or self-defeating thoughts that sometimes keep us stuck. Think of me as your nonjudgmental friend who supports you where you are but also sees the potential of who you want to become.
(530) 285-5899 View (530) 285-5899
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