Couples Counseling Therapists in Santa Clarita, CA
Alix Ektefaie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Clarita, CA 91354 (Online Only)
I provide therapy to children, adults, couples, and families with a variety of diagnosis, challenges and experiences.
You took the first step! Whether that is towards gaining a better understanding of yourself, strengthening your relationships, working on communication skills or discovering ways to cope with overwhelming emotions, you have taken the first step by searching for a therapist. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (129571) whose various work experiences have led me to understand the unique and vital work of fostering empowerment and growth of the whole self through support of the individual and their emotional, mental, and physical well-being.
I provide therapy to children, adults, couples, and families with a variety of diagnosis, challenges and experiences.
You took the first step! Whether that is towards gaining a better understanding of yourself, strengthening your relationships, working on communication skills or discovering ways to cope with overwhelming emotions, you have taken the first step by searching for a therapist. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (129571) whose various work experiences have led me to understand the unique and vital work of fostering empowerment and growth of the whole self through support of the individual and their emotional, mental, and physical well-being.
Rebecca Gazarian
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91321
I believe in the power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship to foster resilience and self-discovery.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in toxic relationships, or struggling to cope with life's challenges? As a compassionate therapist with a focus on helping teens and adults, I specialize in guiding clients through difficult times, whether it's dealing with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues.
I believe in the power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship to foster resilience and self-discovery.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in toxic relationships, or struggling to cope with life's challenges? As a compassionate therapist with a focus on helping teens and adults, I specialize in guiding clients through difficult times, whether it's dealing with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues.
Andrew Kevin Friend
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CMH, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91390 (Online Only)
My goal is to provide a safe and nurturing space to help you get back on track and continue your growth weather individually or through couples counseling.
Do you find yourself feeling rudderless, stuck and lacking direction? Are you having difficulties finding a balance in your life or focusing on your goals? Are things becoming more overwhelming for you? Do you find yourself needing a friend to talk to? My twenty+ years of experience can help you get back on track. I will help you to learn multiple therapeutic tools including CBT, hypnosis, reframing, rescripting, humor, communication, transactional analysis, meditation and relaxation techniques to help you rebuild a better, more contented you.
My goal is to provide a safe and nurturing space to help you get back on track and continue your growth weather individually or through couples counseling.
Do you find yourself feeling rudderless, stuck and lacking direction? Are you having difficulties finding a balance in your life or focusing on your goals? Are things becoming more overwhelming for you? Do you find yourself needing a friend to talk to? My twenty+ years of experience can help you get back on track. I will help you to learn multiple therapeutic tools including CBT, hypnosis, reframing, rescripting, humor, communication, transactional analysis, meditation and relaxation techniques to help you rebuild a better, more contented you.
Aaron Kellogg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Are you feeling stuck in your relationship or thought patterns? Do you wish you knew your partner or yourself better than you do now? Do you want to get real answers to these questions? I can help. I have been told by previous clients that they have learned more about their partner and themselves than they have after decades of marriage and therapy. I love helping people get to the bottom-line of what they experience and I excel at it.
Are you feeling stuck in your relationship or thought patterns? Do you wish you knew your partner or yourself better than you do now? Do you want to get real answers to these questions? I can help. I have been told by previous clients that they have learned more about their partner and themselves than they have after decades of marriage and therapy. I love helping people get to the bottom-line of what they experience and I excel at it.
Diana Ramirez
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (Online Only)
Specializing in childhood trauma, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and relationship issues, I focus on personal growth, trauma recovery, and improving emotional regulation and interpersonal skills.
If you're struggling with sadness, anxiety, or past trauma, you're not alone. These issues, including childhood experiences, can significantly impact your daily life. You need a safe and supportive space to discuss your feelings and work through your challenges. My aim is to help you understand your past, manage your emotions, and find a path to a more balanced and fulfilling life. Reach out for a free 15 min consultation call to see if we’re a good fit. Let’s work together towards a better and more satisfying life.
Specializing in childhood trauma, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and relationship issues, I focus on personal growth, trauma recovery, and improving emotional regulation and interpersonal skills.
If you're struggling with sadness, anxiety, or past trauma, you're not alone. These issues, including childhood experiences, can significantly impact your daily life. You need a safe and supportive space to discuss your feelings and work through your challenges. My aim is to help you understand your past, manage your emotions, and find a path to a more balanced and fulfilling life. Reach out for a free 15 min consultation call to see if we’re a good fit. Let’s work together towards a better and more satisfying life.
Katie Richtiger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91355 (Online Only)
I strongly believe in providing individuals, couples and families with a comfortable and supportive atmosphere to assist in overcoming obstacles of daily life, in which I take an individualized approach for the needs of each client. With a specialty in mood disorders including anxiety and depression, ADHD, life transitions, parenting/pregnancy/postpartum, self esteem, substance use/addiction and disordered eating/body image, I assist clients in identifying needs currently met through unhealthy patterns of coping and find alternative coping mechanisms that can increase life fulfillment.
I strongly believe in providing individuals, couples and families with a comfortable and supportive atmosphere to assist in overcoming obstacles of daily life, in which I take an individualized approach for the needs of each client. With a specialty in mood disorders including anxiety and depression, ADHD, life transitions, parenting/pregnancy/postpartum, self esteem, substance use/addiction and disordered eating/body image, I assist clients in identifying needs currently met through unhealthy patterns of coping and find alternative coping mechanisms that can increase life fulfillment.
Dr. Karen R. Kaiser
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCC, NCC, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91390 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals eighteen years of age and older in individual, couples and family formats.
Hi my name is Karen Kaiser, I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I got into the counseling profession after overcoming my own childhood traumas. I understand the potential anger, frustration and fear of facing your past, as well as the uncertainty of moving forward. I have worked in behavioral health since 1986, and believe in client centered therapy. I am here for you, and to make the process as easy as possible.
I specialize in working with individuals eighteen years of age and older in individual, couples and family formats.
Hi my name is Karen Kaiser, I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I got into the counseling profession after overcoming my own childhood traumas. I understand the potential anger, frustration and fear of facing your past, as well as the uncertainty of moving forward. I have worked in behavioral health since 1986, and believe in client centered therapy. I am here for you, and to make the process as easy as possible.
Reginald L. Veurink
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, PsyD
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
I'm a licensed psychologist and a marriage therapist. I have a specialty practice in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I hold a diplomate from the American Board of Medical Psychotherapists and I'm registered with the National Register of Health Service Psychologists.
All this fades into the background when I am with my patients. What matters is understanding and connecting with the person in front of me. I treat adults and adolescents who are mature enough to participate in talk therapy. My work is primarily with individuals and marital couples, but I also work with whole family systems when it is appropriate.
I'm a licensed psychologist and a marriage therapist. I have a specialty practice in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I hold a diplomate from the American Board of Medical Psychotherapists and I'm registered with the National Register of Health Service Psychologists.
All this fades into the background when I am with my patients. What matters is understanding and connecting with the person in front of me. I treat adults and adolescents who are mature enough to participate in talk therapy. My work is primarily with individuals and marital couples, but I also work with whole family systems when it is appropriate.
You want to be listened to--really heard. You are sick and tired of conflict that creates lonely distance between you and your partner. You would like fewer angry moments and more times when you feel close and connected to your partner. You want the tools and skills to have RESPECTFUL conflict conversations that bring you closer. You are ready to grow, if only someone really understood you and had the expertise to coach both of you each step of the way. You may be feeling discouraged: "We've tried everything." So you want couples therapy rooted in solid research and a therapist who tailors it to your unique situation.
You want to be listened to--really heard. You are sick and tired of conflict that creates lonely distance between you and your partner. You would like fewer angry moments and more times when you feel close and connected to your partner. You want the tools and skills to have RESPECTFUL conflict conversations that bring you closer. You are ready to grow, if only someone really understood you and had the expertise to coach both of you each step of the way. You may be feeling discouraged: "We've tried everything." So you want couples therapy rooted in solid research and a therapist who tailors it to your unique situation.
Whether you feel at odds in your relationship, struggling to be heard, or often feel misunderstood, Dr.
Life can be unpredictable and challenging. Dr. Harper has helped individuals for over 10 years with sensitive issues and guided clients on how to overcome obstacles so that they can achieve their dreams. You may experience stress, anxiety, and relationship issues that result in feeling emotionally depleted. Dr. Harper's greatest strength is thinking outside the box and she will help you live a richer and more meaningful life. Her focus is to help you heal and explore your inner strengths.
Whether you feel at odds in your relationship, struggling to be heard, or often feel misunderstood, Dr.
Life can be unpredictable and challenging. Dr. Harper has helped individuals for over 10 years with sensitive issues and guided clients on how to overcome obstacles so that they can achieve their dreams. You may experience stress, anxiety, and relationship issues that result in feeling emotionally depleted. Dr. Harper's greatest strength is thinking outside the box and she will help you live a richer and more meaningful life. Her focus is to help you heal and explore your inner strengths.
Sandy Allen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Clarita, CA 91321
I provide empathetic support and researched based interventions to aid couples in improving communication, reducing conflict, and working through & overcoming the pains of relational betrayals.
Feeling stuck, worried, or like your best is not enough ? I can help. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with adults and couples seeking to heal from emotional traumas, manage life transitions, and grow in self acceptance. I am certified in perinatal mental-health, helping mothers and partners understand postpartum needs, helping parents manage role changes, increased demands, and pressures of becoming parents in today's times.
I provide empathetic support and researched based interventions to aid couples in improving communication, reducing conflict, and working through & overcoming the pains of relational betrayals.
Feeling stuck, worried, or like your best is not enough ? I can help. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with adults and couples seeking to heal from emotional traumas, manage life transitions, and grow in self acceptance. I am certified in perinatal mental-health, helping mothers and partners understand postpartum needs, helping parents manage role changes, increased demands, and pressures of becoming parents in today's times.
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Jason Valdemar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91387 (Online Only)
I work with people looking to improve their lives by exploring the road blocks that keep them from being the best they can be. Teens, adults, and couples all encounter issues that they see insurmountable. My hope, through our time together, is that the client can discover a path that will lead to a more fulfilling and manageable life.
I work with people looking to improve their lives by exploring the road blocks that keep them from being the best they can be. Teens, adults, and couples all encounter issues that they see insurmountable. My hope, through our time together, is that the client can discover a path that will lead to a more fulfilling and manageable life.
Ginette Rhodes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
I specialize in parenting, perinatal, fertility, Single Moms By Choice, families and couples.
Too often, we feel we are surviving rather than thriving. Do you feel stuck in grief or loss, or that your anxiety is running the show? Are your relationships painful or not satisfying?Also-Parenting is hard! Maybe you're a new parent and it isn't what you expected, or even hoped for. Nobody tells you about the postpartum experience -that internal voice in your head that is constantly critiquing the new role of motherhood you're taking on, mourning the version of yourself you once were. Not to mention the pain that comes with a birth plan gone wrong. If you're mothering without your own mother, that also comes with real challenges.
I specialize in parenting, perinatal, fertility, Single Moms By Choice, families and couples.
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Christine Chae
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Seeking out therapy can feel intimidating but the greatest agent for change in therapy is a good therapeutic relationship.
Are you feeling helpless in dealing with your child/teen emotional and behavioral issues? Do you feel lost in connecting with your child/teen? You want to help them but don't know how? I have been working with children, adults, and families for over 15 years to bring out their potential in mindfulness, creativity and relationships through individual and family therapy. Through this process, clients get to know themselves better, in a safe and supportive environment. I develop a therapeutic relationship based on their needs and goals. My experience includes treating individuals with depression, anxiety, anger, and trauma.
Seeking out therapy can feel intimidating but the greatest agent for change in therapy is a good therapeutic relationship.
Are you feeling helpless in dealing with your child/teen emotional and behavioral issues? Do you feel lost in connecting with your child/teen? You want to help them but don't know how? I have been working with children, adults, and families for over 15 years to bring out their potential in mindfulness, creativity and relationships through individual and family therapy. Through this process, clients get to know themselves better, in a safe and supportive environment. I develop a therapeutic relationship based on their needs and goals. My experience includes treating individuals with depression, anxiety, anger, and trauma.
You will see immediate changes in your relationship as I help you figure out exactly what your marriage needs to be transformed into the blessed union that God intended.
Would you like more from your marriage? Desiring a deeper connection and more understanding? Would you like to know how to resolve your differences in a way that strengthens your relationship? Are you wanting to deepen your friendship with your spouse? After years of marriage, many couples find themselves wondering how they got off track. This is common and there are reasons why this happens. I can help you reconnect with your spouse, learn to communicate better, and solve your problems together. Don't settle for a disconnected or stuck marriage another day. I can help!
You will see immediate changes in your relationship as I help you figure out exactly what your marriage needs to be transformed into the blessed union that God intended.
Would you like more from your marriage? Desiring a deeper connection and more understanding? Would you like to know how to resolve your differences in a way that strengthens your relationship? Are you wanting to deepen your friendship with your spouse? After years of marriage, many couples find themselves wondering how they got off track. This is common and there are reasons why this happens. I can help you reconnect with your spouse, learn to communicate better, and solve your problems together. Don't settle for a disconnected or stuck marriage another day. I can help!
Carla's Coaching, Counseling And Classes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, Coach
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91387
I specialize in guiding individuals, couples, and families through their unique life journeys.
I have the privilege of guiding high-profile and influential clients both nationally and internationally towards a more balanced life. Are you seeking a life filled with mindfulness and balance? Do you yearn to rediscover your passion? Whether your relationship requires enrichment, renewed commitment, or support through a transition, I am here to assist. My expertise extends to working with individuals, couples, and families, on a variety of issues. These include innovative weight loss coaching using peptides like Tirzepatide, stress reduction, managing grief, overcoming depression, anxiety, resolving identity conflicts, and more..
I specialize in guiding individuals, couples, and families through their unique life journeys.
I have the privilege of guiding high-profile and influential clients both nationally and internationally towards a more balanced life. Are you seeking a life filled with mindfulness and balance? Do you yearn to rediscover your passion? Whether your relationship requires enrichment, renewed commitment, or support through a transition, I am here to assist. My expertise extends to working with individuals, couples, and families, on a variety of issues. These include innovative weight loss coaching using peptides like Tirzepatide, stress reduction, managing grief, overcoming depression, anxiety, resolving identity conflicts, and more..
My objective is to assist clients in fostering empathy and a trusting relationship to effectively address all pertinent concerns through clear communication and collaborative efforts.
With two decades of experience working with young children and adolescents across cognitive, academic, and social-emotional domains in educational, home, and clinical environments, I have acquired profound insights. This extensive background enables me to effectively assist parents in comprehending their children's challenges and guide them towards accessing necessary support. I firmly believe that a combination of quality evaluations, therapeutic interventions, transparency, cultural awareness, and a genuine compassion for children are essential elements in fostering the optimal growth and well-being of children and adolescents.
My objective is to assist clients in fostering empathy and a trusting relationship to effectively address all pertinent concerns through clear communication and collaborative efforts.
With two decades of experience working with young children and adolescents across cognitive, academic, and social-emotional domains in educational, home, and clinical environments, I have acquired profound insights. This extensive background enables me to effectively assist parents in comprehending their children's challenges and guide them towards accessing necessary support. I firmly believe that a combination of quality evaluations, therapeutic interventions, transparency, cultural awareness, and a genuine compassion for children are essential elements in fostering the optimal growth and well-being of children and adolescents.
Kayla Baron
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91350 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience serving individuals, couples, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community offering trauma-focused, culturally sensitive therapy.
I have been working in this field for seven years, providing therapy to those dealing with mood disorders, ADHD/neurodivergence, relationship issues, lgbtqia+ concerns, trauma and much more. I pride myself in providing a welcoming environment, free of judgement. I love working with motivated individuals and couples who enjoy putting in the work and seeing their life change as a result. You are in the driver's seat, I am just here to help with directions.
I have extensive experience serving individuals, couples, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community offering trauma-focused, culturally sensitive therapy.
I have been working in this field for seven years, providing therapy to those dealing with mood disorders, ADHD/neurodivergence, relationship issues, lgbtqia+ concerns, trauma and much more. I pride myself in providing a welcoming environment, free of judgement. I love working with motivated individuals and couples who enjoy putting in the work and seeing their life change as a result. You are in the driver's seat, I am just here to help with directions.
Armine Asatryan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91354 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My specialty is in working with anxiety, relationship issues, panic, low self-esteem, maternal mental health, women’s issues and life transitions.
Specializing in Anxiety. Are you feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Maybe you are feeling sad, stressed, or stuck. Are you having issues in your relationships? Do you wish to break cycles of behaviors and situations? I am here for you. My approach is integrative and specific to each client. I strive to help guide clients towards self-awareness, insight, and better relationships with themselves and others. I balance listening with practical and structured interventions to help clients both inside and outside of session.
My specialty is in working with anxiety, relationship issues, panic, low self-esteem, maternal mental health, women’s issues and life transitions.
Specializing in Anxiety. Are you feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Maybe you are feeling sad, stressed, or stuck. Are you having issues in your relationships? Do you wish to break cycles of behaviors and situations? I am here for you. My approach is integrative and specific to each client. I strive to help guide clients towards self-awareness, insight, and better relationships with themselves and others. I balance listening with practical and structured interventions to help clients both inside and outside of session.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.