Therapists in California
Jessica Dawn Russell
CHT, CCht, NBC-HWC, BA psy, Coach, Health, CBIT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Living and watching emotional pain turn to mental or physical change is also scary.
I am the founder of both The Hypnotherapy Centers and The HTC Therapy Group. My clients are primarily adults and seniors, yet I work with teens. I have very comfortable and safe offices in Encino, Beverly Hills, & West Los Angeles. I also work remote. I have strong experience working with anxiety, depression, complex circumstances &mental health disorders, including medical, pain and health issues involving nervous, autoimmune, and specific uncommon illness management, addiction, &smoking. I offer strong interactive rapport. My client base involves professionals, entertainment & sports as well as clients in need of creative hours.
Living and watching emotional pain turn to mental or physical change is also scary.
I am the founder of both The Hypnotherapy Centers and The HTC Therapy Group. My clients are primarily adults and seniors, yet I work with teens. I have very comfortable and safe offices in Encino, Beverly Hills, & West Los Angeles. I also work remote. I have strong experience working with anxiety, depression, complex circumstances &mental health disorders, including medical, pain and health issues involving nervous, autoimmune, and specific uncommon illness management, addiction, &smoking. I offer strong interactive rapport. My client base involves professionals, entertainment & sports as well as clients in need of creative hours.
Anna Ayeroff
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
Together we can explore what is possible and what you can make possible, when pain isn’t running the show! My body holds its own stories of chronic pain which informs why and how I do this work, and my practice is built on my alignment with reproductive, disability, and racial justice movements, and rooted in my life as an artist.
It's not all in your head! In a culture that marginalizes and dismisses people’s pain, many of us are left needing to feel heard. I specialize in work with individuals and couples navigating pelvic and sexual pain for this reason. Here, your stories will be listened to, your experiences validated, and your pain believed. Whether you’re navigating chronic pelvic pain caused by a condition like endometriosis, or you’re a couple navigating illness, infertility, or painful sex, I’m here to offer you support. This pain is not just a physical experience, it’s emotional and relational.
Together we can explore what is possible and what you can make possible, when pain isn’t running the show! My body holds its own stories of chronic pain which informs why and how I do this work, and my practice is built on my alignment with reproductive, disability, and racial justice movements, and rooted in my life as an artist.
It's not all in your head! In a culture that marginalizes and dismisses people’s pain, many of us are left needing to feel heard. I specialize in work with individuals and couples navigating pelvic and sexual pain for this reason. Here, your stories will be listened to, your experiences validated, and your pain believed. Whether you’re navigating chronic pelvic pain caused by a condition like endometriosis, or you’re a couple navigating illness, infertility, or painful sex, I’m here to offer you support. This pain is not just a physical experience, it’s emotional and relational.
Are you dealing with life threatening illness? Would you like to recapture sexual intimacy in your relationship? Are you having relationship, grief or divorce struggles? Having experienced the grief and loss brought forward by my spouse's terminal illness, I have developed strong insights to help my clients:
* Live with illness
* Recapture sexual intimacy
* Live a full life after divorce or widowhood
* Sustain deeper intimate relationships, and
* Gain autonomy
Are you dealing with life threatening illness? Would you like to recapture sexual intimacy in your relationship? Are you having relationship, grief or divorce struggles? Having experienced the grief and loss brought forward by my spouse's terminal illness, I have developed strong insights to help my clients:
* Live with illness
* Recapture sexual intimacy
* Live a full life after divorce or widowhood
* Sustain deeper intimate relationships, and
* Gain autonomy
Leigh Kilgore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LICSW, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90012 (Online Only)
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which is effective with treating anxiety, depression, insomnia, and chronic pain.
My goal is to provide targeted, well-researched treatments that enable patients to successfully graduate from therapy. At the end of our intake visit, I will share the estimated number of treatments to expect given your history and symptoms. We'll periodically check in on your progress to ensure you are improving and benefiting from therapy. I am licensed in all 50 states, which can make accessing therapy more convenient. I have 15 years of professional experience treating adults and often see patients with anxiety, depression, and/or difficulty managing stress and relationships.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which is effective with treating anxiety, depression, insomnia, and chronic pain.
My goal is to provide targeted, well-researched treatments that enable patients to successfully graduate from therapy. At the end of our intake visit, I will share the estimated number of treatments to expect given your history and symptoms. We'll periodically check in on your progress to ensure you are improving and benefiting from therapy. I am licensed in all 50 states, which can make accessing therapy more convenient. I have 15 years of professional experience treating adults and often see patients with anxiety, depression, and/or difficulty managing stress and relationships.
Patricia C Kantzavelos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MLIS, MSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92116
As a chronic illness warrior/ spoonie, I completely understand what it feels like to sit on the other side of the couch (or, screen), and how important it is to chat with someone who 'gets it.
I specialize in chronic health conditions and trauma, which I understand first hand. Chronic medical conditions (i.e. dysautonomia POTS, EDS, Lyme disease, Bartonella, IBS, fibro, fatigue CFS, Hashimoto’s, mast cell MCAS, sickle cell disease, mold illness CIRS, etc.) often come with significant challenges, like fear, anxiety, grief, medical PTSD, and may interfere with relationships and daily function. I utilize various holistic evidence-based treatment modalities and practice-based evidence, contingent on each person’s needs and goals, with an added focus on mindfulness techniques, positive psychology, and strengths-based therapy.
As a chronic illness warrior/ spoonie, I completely understand what it feels like to sit on the other side of the couch (or, screen), and how important it is to chat with someone who 'gets it.
I specialize in chronic health conditions and trauma, which I understand first hand. Chronic medical conditions (i.e. dysautonomia POTS, EDS, Lyme disease, Bartonella, IBS, fibro, fatigue CFS, Hashimoto’s, mast cell MCAS, sickle cell disease, mold illness CIRS, etc.) often come with significant challenges, like fear, anxiety, grief, medical PTSD, and may interfere with relationships and daily function. I utilize various holistic evidence-based treatment modalities and practice-based evidence, contingent on each person’s needs and goals, with an added focus on mindfulness techniques, positive psychology, and strengths-based therapy.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Specifically, I have expertise in Alpha-Stim treatment for chronic pain, and assessment of military/deployment related PTSD. I am a trauma trained psychotherapist in EMDR, CPT and Prolonged Exposure. I am also a combat experienced Veteran.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Specifically, I have expertise in Alpha-Stim treatment for chronic pain, and assessment of military/deployment related PTSD. I am a trauma trained psychotherapist in EMDR, CPT and Prolonged Exposure. I am also a combat experienced Veteran.
Howard Grossman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission Hills, CA 91345 (Online Only)
My areas of speciality include anxiety, complex traumas, relationship problems and chronic pain.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed or having difficulty concentrating? Are you going through a difficult transition such as the ending of a relationship or loss of a loved one? Therapy can be a unique opportunity to work through and resolve obstacles that are preventing you from leading the life you truly deserve. I provide a safe and supportive space to facilitate emotional well-being, healing and growth. I utilize an interactive approach and will challenge you when needed. Therapy can be short-term or long-term depending on your specific needs.
My areas of speciality include anxiety, complex traumas, relationship problems and chronic pain.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed or having difficulty concentrating? Are you going through a difficult transition such as the ending of a relationship or loss of a loved one? Therapy can be a unique opportunity to work through and resolve obstacles that are preventing you from leading the life you truly deserve. I provide a safe and supportive space to facilitate emotional well-being, healing and growth. I utilize an interactive approach and will challenge you when needed. Therapy can be short-term or long-term depending on your specific needs.
Marilisa Raju, PhD Psychologist, A Professional Co
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Moreno Valley, CA 92553 (Online Only)
I specialize in using evidence-based therapies to help individuals better manage their pain and take back control over their life.
Are the stresses of navigating life or chronic medical issues getting you down? Nobody prepares you for dealing with being in constant physical pain and it can be an isolating and invalidating journey. Ever have difficulty understanding or making sense of who you are? Trying to understand who you are and where you belong can also be hard. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community I’ve had first-hand experience having to come to terms with holding multiple minority identities.
I specialize in using evidence-based therapies to help individuals better manage their pain and take back control over their life.
Are the stresses of navigating life or chronic medical issues getting you down? Nobody prepares you for dealing with being in constant physical pain and it can be an isolating and invalidating journey. Ever have difficulty understanding or making sense of who you are? Trying to understand who you are and where you belong can also be hard. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community I’ve had first-hand experience having to come to terms with holding multiple minority identities.
Rebecca Stein Mind Body Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94702
Expert on PAIN, burnout, ADHD, relationships.
Do you consistently experience BURNOUT and/or chronic PAIN? Do you feel like there is a constant pressure to do things and “do them right?” Do you struggle to FOCUS and wonder if you have ADHD? I provide thorough diagnostic evaluations, executive function coaching, and customized individual and COUPLES therapy. You will learn coping strategies, reconnect in AWE with yourself, your relationships, and life. I have had the privilege of helping clients at UCLA Medicine, The Pain Psychology Center, and Edward Hallowell ADHD Center. Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP), IFS, ISTDP, CBT, DBT
Expert on PAIN, burnout, ADHD, relationships.
Do you consistently experience BURNOUT and/or chronic PAIN? Do you feel like there is a constant pressure to do things and “do them right?” Do you struggle to FOCUS and wonder if you have ADHD? I provide thorough diagnostic evaluations, executive function coaching, and customized individual and COUPLES therapy. You will learn coping strategies, reconnect in AWE with yourself, your relationships, and life. I have had the privilege of helping clients at UCLA Medicine, The Pain Psychology Center, and Edward Hallowell ADHD Center. Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP), IFS, ISTDP, CBT, DBT
Life is full of challenges that can be joyful, and sometimes filled with sorrow. Therapy can be a very useful process in facing our challenges one step at a time. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services for Young Adults, Adults, and Seniors ranging from depression, anxiety, chronic pain, grief, relationship issues and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere.
Life is full of challenges that can be joyful, and sometimes filled with sorrow. Therapy can be a very useful process in facing our challenges one step at a time. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services for Young Adults, Adults, and Seniors ranging from depression, anxiety, chronic pain, grief, relationship issues and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere.
I specialize in treating depression and anxiety disorders, trauma, chronic pain management, impostor syndrome, life transitions, life and career coaching, and relationship issues.
I am a bilingual, Spanish-speaking, clinical psychologist. My clinical work has focused on providing holistic mental health care, taking into account cultural, family dynamics, spiritual, social-economic, and medical factors that contribute to mental health conditions. Life's journey was never meant to be traveled alone. Our experiences, life's highs and lows, are best lived in communion with others.
I specialize in treating depression and anxiety disorders, trauma, chronic pain management, impostor syndrome, life transitions, life and career coaching, and relationship issues.
I am a bilingual, Spanish-speaking, clinical psychologist. My clinical work has focused on providing holistic mental health care, taking into account cultural, family dynamics, spiritual, social-economic, and medical factors that contribute to mental health conditions. Life's journey was never meant to be traveled alone. Our experiences, life's highs and lows, are best lived in communion with others.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I am hoping to positively impact the lives of others and improve their quality of life. I use CBT and a person centered approach in my therapy style. I have experience working with elderly and hospice patients. I guided them through their journeys of accepting their life limiting illness as well as helped friends, family, and caregivers of the patient who were all closely involved with the individual.
As a therapist, I am hoping to positively impact the lives of others and improve their quality of life. I use CBT and a person centered approach in my therapy style. I have experience working with elderly and hospice patients. I guided them through their journeys of accepting their life limiting illness as well as helped friends, family, and caregivers of the patient who were all closely involved with the individual.
I have been trained in a range of modalities with a particular expertise in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and approach to the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain and sex offenders.
My greatest reward as a therapist is helping my clients explore ways to make the changes in their lives that will allow them to look forward to the future with hope. I believe that we all need someone to talk with who will really listen and accept us as we are, without judgment. I provide my clients with that warm, nonjudgmental environment-a safe place to explore the issues that may be preventing you from living the life you want.
I have been trained in a range of modalities with a particular expertise in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and approach to the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain and sex offenders.
My greatest reward as a therapist is helping my clients explore ways to make the changes in their lives that will allow them to look forward to the future with hope. I believe that we all need someone to talk with who will really listen and accept us as we are, without judgment. I provide my clients with that warm, nonjudgmental environment-a safe place to explore the issues that may be preventing you from living the life you want.
Vanessa Sedano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90807
I work with a wide range of communities and take an individualized approach to care. Young adults on a quest for clarity amidst life's uncertainties. Individuals gracefully bridging the gap between two cultures and embracing their diverse identities. Couples desiring to dismantle destructive patterns, foster healthy communication, and nurture a profound and lasting bond. Individuals courageously confronting chronic pain and illness, seeking solace and healing. Caregivers wanting to unlearn harmful parenting styles and step away from dynamics that don’t serve them.
I work with a wide range of communities and take an individualized approach to care. Young adults on a quest for clarity amidst life's uncertainties. Individuals gracefully bridging the gap between two cultures and embracing their diverse identities. Couples desiring to dismantle destructive patterns, foster healthy communication, and nurture a profound and lasting bond. Individuals courageously confronting chronic pain and illness, seeking solace and healing. Caregivers wanting to unlearn harmful parenting styles and step away from dynamics that don’t serve them.
l am a cross-cultural specialist with a PhD in Medical Anthropology & a Family Nurse Practitioner with 15 years in psychiatric, pain & primary care practice.
Greetings! Welcome to our multidisciplinary, holistic, integrative mental health coaching practice. We are open to new ideas from Integrative/Functional Medicine, supportive care for your psychiatric needs, drug free care, and nutritional support. We believe whole body health is the best way to good brain health. Good brain health impacts mental health. We invite you to a different approach to brain health and mental health through coaching and support for referrals to the best functional medicine providers sourcing balance, resolution of inflammation & for all your whole body-mind-spirit healing. We invite you to join us for care.
l am a cross-cultural specialist with a PhD in Medical Anthropology & a Family Nurse Practitioner with 15 years in psychiatric, pain & primary care practice.
Greetings! Welcome to our multidisciplinary, holistic, integrative mental health coaching practice. We are open to new ideas from Integrative/Functional Medicine, supportive care for your psychiatric needs, drug free care, and nutritional support. We believe whole body health is the best way to good brain health. Good brain health impacts mental health. We invite you to a different approach to brain health and mental health through coaching and support for referrals to the best functional medicine providers sourcing balance, resolution of inflammation & for all your whole body-mind-spirit healing. We invite you to join us for care.
It's never too late to start having a better life. My goal is to give you all the tools you need to overcome anxiety, depression and fear and to maintain your psychological balance mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. You will go home with personalized audio programs and homework assignments tailored to solving your specific problems.
I use cognitive-behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, and creative problem solving to deal with anxiety disorders and depression. I also help people with difficult life transitions including divorce, job loss, career change or illness, including chronic pain, cancer and irritable bowel disease.
It's never too late to start having a better life. My goal is to give you all the tools you need to overcome anxiety, depression and fear and to maintain your psychological balance mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. You will go home with personalized audio programs and homework assignments tailored to solving your specific problems.
I use cognitive-behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, and creative problem solving to deal with anxiety disorders and depression. I also help people with difficult life transitions including divorce, job loss, career change or illness, including chronic pain, cancer and irritable bowel disease.
I am also a pain specialist offering hypnosis/hypnotherapy for chronic pain management (e.
My practice is focused on anxiety, depression, chronic pain, life transitions, divorce, insomnia, and stress management. I can help you feel better rapidly using a direct, but warm style to help you facilitate change and achieve your goals.
I am also a pain specialist offering hypnosis/hypnotherapy for chronic pain management (e.
My practice is focused on anxiety, depression, chronic pain, life transitions, divorce, insomnia, and stress management. I can help you feel better rapidly using a direct, but warm style to help you facilitate change and achieve your goals.
I am a clinical psychologist and Jungian psychoanalyst with 40 years of experience in Jungian psychoanalysis and psychotherapy, psychosomatic medicine, chronic pain management, and stress management.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages and gender to help them learn to cope with their unique psychological, emotional, and physical problems. I am trained in clinical psychology and psychoanalysis as well as in psychosomatics so I am able to treat a wide spectrum of disorders. I tailor my approach to the specific needs of the client rather than trying to make the client fit into a particular theoretical model or to work in a predetermined treatment modality.
I am a clinical psychologist and Jungian psychoanalyst with 40 years of experience in Jungian psychoanalysis and psychotherapy, psychosomatic medicine, chronic pain management, and stress management.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages and gender to help them learn to cope with their unique psychological, emotional, and physical problems. I am trained in clinical psychology and psychoanalysis as well as in psychosomatics so I am able to treat a wide spectrum of disorders. I tailor my approach to the specific needs of the client rather than trying to make the client fit into a particular theoretical model or to work in a predetermined treatment modality.
Megan L. Wagner
Psychologist, PhD, BCB
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90036 (Online Only)
Wagner has an extensive background working with individuals with chronic pain and other health problems, anxiety, OCD, trichotillomania, ADHD, perfectionism, depression, and career concerns, as well as with students, artists, professionals, and veterans.
Dr. Wagner utilizes therapy approaches that have been thoroughly studied through scientific research, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), biofeedback, and mindfulness-based methods. She also takes into account each client's unique needs and preferences and will collaborate with you to reach your therapy goals. She is currently taking new clients for both short-term and long-term individual therapy, and has a variety of scheduling options including daytime and evenings.
Wagner has an extensive background working with individuals with chronic pain and other health problems, anxiety, OCD, trichotillomania, ADHD, perfectionism, depression, and career concerns, as well as with students, artists, professionals, and veterans.
Dr. Wagner utilizes therapy approaches that have been thoroughly studied through scientific research, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), biofeedback, and mindfulness-based methods. She also takes into account each client's unique needs and preferences and will collaborate with you to reach your therapy goals. She is currently taking new clients for both short-term and long-term individual therapy, and has a variety of scheduling options including daytime and evenings.
He is also the clinical director of Healthpointe’s Functional Restoration Program for patients struggling with chronic pain.
Dr. Levon Margolin (California Psychologist License# PSY24890) is a licensed clinical psychologist, board certified in medical psychology. Dr. Margolin received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology and his master’s degree in general psychology from Walden University. Dr. Margolin also received a post-doctoral master’s degree in clinical psychopharmacology (MSCP) from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant University. Dr. Margolin is board certified in medical psychology by the American Board of Medical Psychology (ABMP). Additionally, Dr. Margolin is a qualified medical evaluator (QME) in the state of California.
He is also the clinical director of Healthpointe’s Functional Restoration Program for patients struggling with chronic pain.
Dr. Levon Margolin (California Psychologist License# PSY24890) is a licensed clinical psychologist, board certified in medical psychology. Dr. Margolin received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology and his master’s degree in general psychology from Walden University. Dr. Margolin also received a post-doctoral master’s degree in clinical psychopharmacology (MSCP) from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant University. Dr. Margolin is board certified in medical psychology by the American Board of Medical Psychology (ABMP). Additionally, Dr. Margolin is a qualified medical evaluator (QME) in the state of California.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.