Psychoanalytic Therapists in California

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Tali Barr
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94708  (Online Only)
My orientation is relational with a psychoanalytic bent.
I believe that the most effective route to change and healing is through self awareness, I strive to work towards that end in all the therapy I do, both with couples and with individuals. I have found that there is no more powerful tool for breaking old patterns and affecting real change than self knowledge. With people who are curious and willing to look inward, I can help them do deep work and find out who they are and why they do the things they do..
My orientation is relational with a psychoanalytic bent.
I believe that the most effective route to change and healing is through self awareness, I strive to work towards that end in all the therapy I do, both with couples and with individuals. I have found that there is no more powerful tool for breaking old patterns and affecting real change than self knowledge. With people who are curious and willing to look inward, I can help them do deep work and find out who they are and why they do the things they do..
(510) 408-7798 View (510) 408-7798
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Charles Cutler, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037
I am both a psychologist and psychoanalyst with advanced training, I competed a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard Medical School prior to receiving psychoanalytic training.
Everyone has the capacity to grow and create a more meaningful and fulfilling life. All that is required is a willingness to try and some perseverance. My goal to is create a personalized experience for you. I am passionate about my work, well trained and very experienced. Working together we can make sense of things, lessen the pain you feel, overcome stuck places and find your way forward. Whether you're suffering from anxiety, depression, loneliness, relationship issues or low self-confidence, we will address these issues and begin to find answers.
I am both a psychologist and psychoanalyst with advanced training, I competed a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard Medical School prior to receiving psychoanalytic training.
Everyone has the capacity to grow and create a more meaningful and fulfilling life. All that is required is a willingness to try and some perseverance. My goal to is create a personalized experience for you. I am passionate about my work, well trained and very experienced. Working together we can make sense of things, lessen the pain you feel, overcome stuck places and find your way forward. Whether you're suffering from anxiety, depression, loneliness, relationship issues or low self-confidence, we will address these issues and begin to find answers.
(858) 521-9382 View (858) 521-9382
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(858) 221-9423 View (858) 221-9423
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Dr. Marcia Nimmer
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Your very act of reading these words is an indication that you have become curious about yourself and are interested in embarking upon a profound journey of self-discovery. Whether you are experiencing distress or simply wish to reach a more elevated and conscious existence, I welcome the idea of working with you. I work with adults (18 and over) and specialize in psychoanalytic/psychodynamic psychotherapy that works by addressing underlying issues that cause troubling symptoms. I also co-run a women's trauma group and a women's bereavment group. My aim is to help people meet their potential and feel more satisfied in their lives
Your very act of reading these words is an indication that you have become curious about yourself and are interested in embarking upon a profound journey of self-discovery. Whether you are experiencing distress or simply wish to reach a more elevated and conscious existence, I welcome the idea of working with you. I work with adults (18 and over) and specialize in psychoanalytic/psychodynamic psychotherapy that works by addressing underlying issues that cause troubling symptoms. I also co-run a women's trauma group and a women's bereavment group. My aim is to help people meet their potential and feel more satisfied in their lives
(310) 307-8059 View (310) 307-8059
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Wendy Talley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Ana, CA 92704
Greetings/Kedu, my name is Dr. Wendy Talley, and I am a licensed clinical social worker in California. I have a Doctorate in Social Work from the University of Southern California, and my target population is working professionals in high-stress careers who desire to create a life worth celebrating. My preferred approaches are EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Psychoanalytic, which focus on understanding how our past influences the present challenges we face.
Greetings/Kedu, my name is Dr. Wendy Talley, and I am a licensed clinical social worker in California. I have a Doctorate in Social Work from the University of Southern California, and my target population is working professionals in high-stress careers who desire to create a life worth celebrating. My preferred approaches are EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Psychoanalytic, which focus on understanding how our past influences the present challenges we face.
(657) 837-3583 View (657) 837-3583
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Daniel G Butler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102
I work with adults, adolescents, and couples. Most of the adults in my practice are ambitious people who want to grow in their careers and/or romantic lives. As a psychoanalytic therapist, I'm trained to provide intensive psychotherapy that leads to long-term change. As a psychodynamic coach, I help individuals tap social and psychological resources that enable them to grow into demanding leadership roles. My style is curious and playful, direct and deep.
I work with adults, adolescents, and couples. Most of the adults in my practice are ambitious people who want to grow in their careers and/or romantic lives. As a psychoanalytic therapist, I'm trained to provide intensive psychotherapy that leads to long-term change. As a psychodynamic coach, I help individuals tap social and psychological resources that enable them to grow into demanding leadership roles. My style is curious and playful, direct and deep.
(415) 881-7712 View (415) 881-7712
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Wilson Flanders Bezerra
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Sylmar, CA 91342  (Online Only)
My basic frame of work is Relational Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, but I also apply the Theory of Attachment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Short-Term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
I am Wilson Flanders, and my License in CA is LPCC 3902. I have over 20 years of experience treating adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples. I specialize in treating addictions, trauma, and eating disorders. In my clinical work, I apply multimodal therapeutic principles depending on the client's needs.
My basic frame of work is Relational Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, but I also apply the Theory of Attachment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Short-Term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
I am Wilson Flanders, and my License in CA is LPCC 3902. I have over 20 years of experience treating adolescents, young adults, adults, and couples. I specialize in treating addictions, trauma, and eating disorders. In my clinical work, I apply multimodal therapeutic principles depending on the client's needs.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Anthony Lee
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW, #119732
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94108  (Online Only)
I predominantly utilize Narrative Therapy, CBT, Psychoanalytic, Mindfulness and other modalities dependent upon need.
We all have unique perspectives in the world and often our identities are at the forefront of our conflict with ourselves and environments. As a 1st-Gen Hmong Queer person I know the challenges of navigating our intersecting identities and relationships. I engage with individuals of all ages who want to take the next step in their life journeys. I have helped many individuals and families experiencing symptoms of depression, trauma, anxiety, gender dysphoria, navigating challenging relationships, and much more.
I predominantly utilize Narrative Therapy, CBT, Psychoanalytic, Mindfulness and other modalities dependent upon need.
We all have unique perspectives in the world and often our identities are at the forefront of our conflict with ourselves and environments. As a 1st-Gen Hmong Queer person I know the challenges of navigating our intersecting identities and relationships. I engage with individuals of all ages who want to take the next step in their life journeys. I have helped many individuals and families experiencing symptoms of depression, trauma, anxiety, gender dysphoria, navigating challenging relationships, and much more.
(628) 210-9043 x3 View (628) 210-9043 x3
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92505
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(951) 309-9334 View (951) 309-9334
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Shawnee Cuzzillo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94708
Waitlist for new clients
You may be suffering from inexplicable sadness or anxiety, or problems focusing. You might feel blocked in achieving your creative or work goals and want to figure out what is getting in your way. You might be having health problems and need help sorting out how what is truly out of your control or what might be stress related. I have specialized training in psychodynamic psychotherapy which allows me to listen with special attention to unconscious processes. I am also a graduate of the Psychoanalytic Couples Psychotherapy Group and help many couples navigate difficult patches in their relationships.
You may be suffering from inexplicable sadness or anxiety, or problems focusing. You might feel blocked in achieving your creative or work goals and want to figure out what is getting in your way. You might be having health problems and need help sorting out how what is truly out of your control or what might be stress related. I have specialized training in psychodynamic psychotherapy which allows me to listen with special attention to unconscious processes. I am also a graduate of the Psychoanalytic Couples Psychotherapy Group and help many couples navigate difficult patches in their relationships.
(510) 761-6952 View (510) 761-6952
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Shir Shanun
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Arcadia, CA 91007
I practice from a psychoanalytic and existential perspectives with individuals, couples, families and polycules.
When we change ourselves we create change in our life and relationships. Therapy is a journey of self discovery to develop intimacy and create meaning in life and relationships. Gain new perspectives expand freedom and fulfillment. Through exploration of your past and present I will help you develop nurturing relationships with others and with your empathetic genuine self; connect with playfulness and creativity; understand repetition in your life; discover the unconscious role in your decisions ; experience intimacy and alleviate depression and anxiety as we transform suffering into growth. More at https://www.shirshanunpsyd.com
I practice from a psychoanalytic and existential perspectives with individuals, couples, families and polycules.
When we change ourselves we create change in our life and relationships. Therapy is a journey of self discovery to develop intimacy and create meaning in life and relationships. Gain new perspectives expand freedom and fulfillment. Through exploration of your past and present I will help you develop nurturing relationships with others and with your empathetic genuine self; connect with playfulness and creativity; understand repetition in your life; discover the unconscious role in your decisions ; experience intimacy and alleviate depression and anxiety as we transform suffering into growth. More at https://www.shirshanunpsyd.com
(626) 376-4994 View (626) 376-4994
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(424) 286-7538 View (424) 286-7538
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Burney Therapy Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
With over a decade of experience as a LCSW and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, Sarah is an expert in her field who has found purpose in helping others find freedom, safety, and peace. She specializes in treating EDs, trauma, SUDs, OCD, and anxiety/depression. In session with Sarah, you'll benefit from her humanistic and psychoanalytic therapeutic approach, and implementation of CBT, DBT, ACT, & EMDR (when indicated). Using compassion, authenticity, and humor, Sarah creates a space where honesty and growth is encouraged. With this approach, you'll feel supported, and simultaneously challenged to take steps toward your goals.
With over a decade of experience as a LCSW and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, Sarah is an expert in her field who has found purpose in helping others find freedom, safety, and peace. She specializes in treating EDs, trauma, SUDs, OCD, and anxiety/depression. In session with Sarah, you'll benefit from her humanistic and psychoanalytic therapeutic approach, and implementation of CBT, DBT, ACT, & EMDR (when indicated). Using compassion, authenticity, and humor, Sarah creates a space where honesty and growth is encouraged. With this approach, you'll feel supported, and simultaneously challenged to take steps toward your goals.
(562) 362-3493 View (562) 362-3493
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Roberto Lascano
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94705
I promote clinical applications of psychoanalytic and critical thinking in nonprofit organizations.
I am a bilingual, bicultural (English and Spanish-speaking) psychologist who provides psychotherapy and psychoanalysis to young adults and adults. I support patients in fostering resilience and in building more meaningful, connected relationships.
I promote clinical applications of psychoanalytic and critical thinking in nonprofit organizations.
I am a bilingual, bicultural (English and Spanish-speaking) psychologist who provides psychotherapy and psychoanalysis to young adults and adults. I support patients in fostering resilience and in building more meaningful, connected relationships.
(510) 319-0551 View (510) 319-0551
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Yalina Palomino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
The most common approaches that I utilize in my practice consists of: strength-based, psychoanalytic, trauma informed, solution-focused and cognitive-behavioral.
I am passionate and motivated to help my clients. I enjoy working with a diverse population and learning from my clients. I like to learn about my client’s life experiences, values, and perspectives.
The most common approaches that I utilize in my practice consists of: strength-based, psychoanalytic, trauma informed, solution-focused and cognitive-behavioral.
I am passionate and motivated to help my clients. I enjoy working with a diverse population and learning from my clients. I like to learn about my client’s life experiences, values, and perspectives.
(909) 602-1584 View (909) 602-1584
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Christopher A Burr
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
I approach individual psychotherapy from a psychoanalytic perspective.
My couples therapy work has spanned 20 years. In addition to the attraction and happiness of being a couple, there are always challenges. I use an interactional model to help you understand the sources of difficulties so that you can emerge from therapy with ways of solving conflicts. I have worked with couples who are thinking of moving in or marrying, are married or living together, are considering divorce. are divorcing or are in post divorce situations. Parenting issues are an area of particular interest to me.
I approach individual psychotherapy from a psychoanalytic perspective.
My couples therapy work has spanned 20 years. In addition to the attraction and happiness of being a couple, there are always challenges. I use an interactional model to help you understand the sources of difficulties so that you can emerge from therapy with ways of solving conflicts. I have worked with couples who are thinking of moving in or marrying, are married or living together, are considering divorce. are divorcing or are in post divorce situations. Parenting issues are an area of particular interest to me.
(585) 431-1180 View (585) 431-1180
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Dr. Joseph H. Turner
Psychologist, PsyD, FIPA
Verified Verified
Psychoanalytic work is healing and leads to growth and realization of potential.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and certified psychoanalyst. My specialty is in primitive mental states and I work with adolescents, emerging adults, adults, and senior adults. I am in full-time private practice in downtown San Luis Obispo at my detached home-office in the railroad district.
Psychoanalytic work is healing and leads to growth and realization of potential.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and certified psychoanalyst. My specialty is in primitive mental states and I work with adolescents, emerging adults, adults, and senior adults. I am in full-time private practice in downtown San Luis Obispo at my detached home-office in the railroad district.
(805) 902-4060 View (805) 902-4060
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Karen A Schwarz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Foster City, CA 94404
I am eclectic in technique and use tools from psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, CBT, Jungian, experiential, systems, and humanistic therapies.
The decision to begin psychological treatment is very courageous. It is essential to research your provider options and select a psychologist who feels 'right' to you. I have over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I specialize in helping people who want to increase their understanding of self; address areas of thinking, feeling, or behaving that cause pain or confusion; change behavioral patterns that interfere with emotional well-being, interpersonal relationships, and professional performance; and build relationships which are responsible, respectful, effective, and mutually satisfying.
I am eclectic in technique and use tools from psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, CBT, Jungian, experiential, systems, and humanistic therapies.
The decision to begin psychological treatment is very courageous. It is essential to research your provider options and select a psychologist who feels 'right' to you. I have over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I specialize in helping people who want to increase their understanding of self; address areas of thinking, feeling, or behaving that cause pain or confusion; change behavioral patterns that interfere with emotional well-being, interpersonal relationships, and professional performance; and build relationships which are responsible, respectful, effective, and mutually satisfying.
(415) 689-9176 View (415) 689-9176
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Julie Markowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025  (Online Only)
My training includes: Somatic Experiencing, Janina Fisher’s Structural Dissociation Model, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, .
I believe in all people’s innate capacity to heal. To me, all symptoms that we experience whether it be chronic pain, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, etc can be explained by trauma. Trauma does not have to be big events. Trauma can be if we are not attuned to emotionally as children or if our parents have their own unprocessed trauma—this sort of trauma often leads to deep seeded beliefs that we are unloveable and bad. Our healing comes from teaching our parts that we are loveable and accepted just as we are.
My training includes: Somatic Experiencing, Janina Fisher’s Structural Dissociation Model, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, .
I believe in all people’s innate capacity to heal. To me, all symptoms that we experience whether it be chronic pain, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, etc can be explained by trauma. Trauma does not have to be big events. Trauma can be if we are not attuned to emotionally as children or if our parents have their own unprocessed trauma—this sort of trauma often leads to deep seeded beliefs that we are unloveable and bad. Our healing comes from teaching our parts that we are loveable and accepted just as we are.
(323) 576-4632 View (323) 576-4632
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Cheryl Graybill Dale
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I work with each person from an individualized perspective, addressing issues from a psychodynamic, cognitive and psychoanalytic framework.
Are you looking for a place to begin healing? Have you tried many other things, only to feel disappointed that life's challenges continue to be more complex than you thought? An effective therapy process creates space and understanding for the purpose of transforming life's struggles and disappointments. In the process, a renewed capacity for more satisfying relationships, greater effectiveness, resiliency and coping skills begin to emerge. Life becomes meaningful and purposeful. In a professional, caring environment, I seek to uncover the patterns and difficulties of the past and create an environment where healing and recovery can take place.
I work with each person from an individualized perspective, addressing issues from a psychodynamic, cognitive and psychoanalytic framework.
Are you looking for a place to begin healing? Have you tried many other things, only to feel disappointed that life's challenges continue to be more complex than you thought? An effective therapy process creates space and understanding for the purpose of transforming life's struggles and disappointments. In the process, a renewed capacity for more satisfying relationships, greater effectiveness, resiliency and coping skills begin to emerge. Life becomes meaningful and purposeful. In a professional, caring environment, I seek to uncover the patterns and difficulties of the past and create an environment where healing and recovery can take place.
(714) 759-2300 View (714) 759-2300
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