Family Therapy in Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Kayleigh Soto
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Kayleigh is dual licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Clinical Counselor.
NOT ACCEPTING CLIENTS At THIS TIME. We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
Kayleigh is dual licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Clinical Counselor.
NOT ACCEPTING CLIENTS At THIS TIME. We know asking for help is not an easy thing to do. We also know that finding a provider you trust to help you navigate mental health care can be a challenge. That's why we're here and we're doing things differently. As a patient at Bonmente, you enjoy comprehensive treatments customized specifically for your unique circumstances, convenient telemedicine appointments that allow you to see your provider from the comfort of home, an online patient portal that lets you communicate directly with your provider, and a highly trained support team that makes becoming a patient as simple as it should be.
Charles Taylor
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MHA, ACSW
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90275
As a husband and father, I understand that it’s hard living up to the hype of a working professional, teen, or couple residing in the ambitious LA Southbay. You appear successful & like you have it “all together” but deep down are struggling to feel confident in who you are or cope with challenging experiences that have occurred in your life. Prior to becoming an Executive Therapist & EMDR Trauma specialist, I spent years in top universities and high stress corporate environments. As a result, I understand the pressures of school, work, and family life and can provide insight, strategies, and support to help you succeed and thrive.
As a husband and father, I understand that it’s hard living up to the hype of a working professional, teen, or couple residing in the ambitious LA Southbay. You appear successful & like you have it “all together” but deep down are struggling to feel confident in who you are or cope with challenging experiences that have occurred in your life. Prior to becoming an Executive Therapist & EMDR Trauma specialist, I spent years in top universities and high stress corporate environments. As a result, I understand the pressures of school, work, and family life and can provide insight, strategies, and support to help you succeed and thrive.
Sophie Schoenfeld
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
I have specific knowledge of family issues involved in divorce and family law.
I work with individual adults, children and families helping them develop healthy, growing relationships with one another, addressing blockages in family dynamics and helping individuals deal with relationship problems, as well as depression and anxiety. I utilize mindful self reflection and facilitate inner growth through reparative interpersonal experience and respectful collaboration in the safety of a therapeutic setting. Together we will learn new tools for positive conflict resolution, effective communication and expand the capacity of human relatedness. I focus on helping clients find deeper meaning and inspiration in their unique journey through life.
I have specific knowledge of family issues involved in divorce and family law.
I work with individual adults, children and families helping them develop healthy, growing relationships with one another, addressing blockages in family dynamics and helping individuals deal with relationship problems, as well as depression and anxiety. I utilize mindful self reflection and facilitate inner growth through reparative interpersonal experience and respectful collaboration in the safety of a therapeutic setting. Together we will learn new tools for positive conflict resolution, effective communication and expand the capacity of human relatedness. I focus on helping clients find deeper meaning and inspiration in their unique journey through life.
There is nothing more important to a parent than seeing their child succeed at school, make and keep friends, be happy, and achieve to their own capabilities. Our team at Attention, Learning, and Developmental Services have these simple goals: understand your child's unique profile within the context of their family and community, highlight their talents and strengths, identify any specific barriers to their success, and develop an effective intervention plan to support your child's current and future progress.
There is nothing more important to a parent than seeing their child succeed at school, make and keep friends, be happy, and achieve to their own capabilities. Our team at Attention, Learning, and Developmental Services have these simple goals: understand your child's unique profile within the context of their family and community, highlight their talents and strengths, identify any specific barriers to their success, and develop an effective intervention plan to support your child's current and future progress.
Amber Robison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC, MS
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90275 (Online Only)
Alliance Family Counseling Services is led by Amber Robison, LCSW. I have over 19 years experience as a clinical therapist providing therapy to adults, couples, families, children, and adolescents. I am a solution-focused therapist and my therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical strategies to help clients/families effectively address personal life challenges. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual/ family to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth to cope with the challenges faced.
Alliance Family Counseling Services is led by Amber Robison, LCSW. I have over 19 years experience as a clinical therapist providing therapy to adults, couples, families, children, and adolescents. I am a solution-focused therapist and my therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical strategies to help clients/families effectively address personal life challenges. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual/ family to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth to cope with the challenges faced.
Dr. Andrea Aoun
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90275 (Online Only)
I am eager to support you in finding greater harmony, peace and joy within your family and life overall.
Are you a parent who is struggling with understanding and relating to your child? Are you staying up at night, wondering why the behaviors of your child are so difficult and challenging to manage? Do you feel burnt out, depleted, frustrated, helpless and hopeless? Do you feel like no one could possibly understand what you're going through? Do you wonder where you went wrong or what you could have done differently for things to change? I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in infant, child and family mental health services. I have over 12 years working in child mental health settings.
I am eager to support you in finding greater harmony, peace and joy within your family and life overall.
Are you a parent who is struggling with understanding and relating to your child? Are you staying up at night, wondering why the behaviors of your child are so difficult and challenging to manage? Do you feel burnt out, depleted, frustrated, helpless and hopeless? Do you feel like no one could possibly understand what you're going through? Do you wonder where you went wrong or what you could have done differently for things to change? I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in infant, child and family mental health services. I have over 12 years working in child mental health settings.
Lauren Matern
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274 (Online Only)
Seeking Feminist, body-neutral, LGBTQIA+ celebrating depth therapy? You’ve come to a point where you know old narratives aren’t serving you: they're playing out in your relationships, career, family, internal narrative & you want to create more joy, freedom & ease in your day to day. Culture, race, ethnicity, gender, sex, & sexuality all impact the stories we are told about who we can be, should be & are. These narratives affect how we think about ourselves & require time, attention & care to unpack, process & heal. The feminist LGBTQIA+ affirming & celebrating lens can foster healing, empowerment & liberation for all!
Seeking Feminist, body-neutral, LGBTQIA+ celebrating depth therapy? You’ve come to a point where you know old narratives aren’t serving you: they're playing out in your relationships, career, family, internal narrative & you want to create more joy, freedom & ease in your day to day. Culture, race, ethnicity, gender, sex, & sexuality all impact the stories we are told about who we can be, should be & are. These narratives affect how we think about ourselves & require time, attention & care to unpack, process & heal. The feminist LGBTQIA+ affirming & celebrating lens can foster healing, empowerment & liberation for all!
Michael T Enriquez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, MA
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
in both Marriage and Family Therapy, and Negotiation, Conflict Resolution & Peace Building from CA State University Dominguez Hills, as well as a B.
As a compassionate Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in child, adolescent, and teen therapy, my goal is to help clients realize how resilient and powerful they truly are, equipping them with skills necessary to address life's challenges, while celebrating their milestones and successes.
in both Marriage and Family Therapy, and Negotiation, Conflict Resolution & Peace Building from CA State University Dominguez Hills, as well as a B.
As a compassionate Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in child, adolescent, and teen therapy, my goal is to help clients realize how resilient and powerful they truly are, equipping them with skills necessary to address life's challenges, while celebrating their milestones and successes.
Caroline Petruk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274 (Online Only)
You've been working through life's challenges on your own for quite some time. Family and friends think you are “fine”, but deep inside you are struggling to get through the day to day without breaking down. You're overwhelmed and exhausted by the demands of life and have been trying to change the way you feel, but things do not seem to be different no matter what you do. If you are ready for change and support within your personal life, then you're in the right place. We will work together to get you back to having peace and meaningful connection within your life.
You've been working through life's challenges on your own for quite some time. Family and friends think you are “fine”, but deep inside you are struggling to get through the day to day without breaking down. You're overwhelmed and exhausted by the demands of life and have been trying to change the way you feel, but things do not seem to be different no matter what you do. If you are ready for change and support within your personal life, then you're in the right place. We will work together to get you back to having peace and meaningful connection within your life.
Justine Ruotolo (Aka Miss Add)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
I have been an ADHD/Executive Function Coach for 31 years. I am also a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, who are challenged with the executive function deficits associated with ADHD.I use I utilize mindfulness and meditation, which can create neuroplasticity in the brain. Through this process, the Gifts associated with the creative mindset seen in those with ADHD, can finally be experienced and utilized! I am certified in EMDR, which I use to help my ADHD clients deal with the "Shame" associated with trauma that affected their life.
I have been an ADHD/Executive Function Coach for 31 years. I am also a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, who are challenged with the executive function deficits associated with ADHD.I use I utilize mindfulness and meditation, which can create neuroplasticity in the brain. Through this process, the Gifts associated with the creative mindset seen in those with ADHD, can finally be experienced and utilized! I am certified in EMDR, which I use to help my ADHD clients deal with the "Shame" associated with trauma that affected their life.
I provide individual, couples, and family therapy for adults, adolescents, and children.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Palos Verdes. I have extensive experience in the treatment of depression and anxiety, especially in regard to trauma, loss, emotional, physical or sexual abuse. I believe that individuals who participate in therapy have an invaluable opportunity to enhance their personal lives and relationships in very powerful and meaningful ways.
I provide individual, couples, and family therapy for adults, adolescents, and children.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Palos Verdes. I have extensive experience in the treatment of depression and anxiety, especially in regard to trauma, loss, emotional, physical or sexual abuse. I believe that individuals who participate in therapy have an invaluable opportunity to enhance their personal lives and relationships in very powerful and meaningful ways.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, BS, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Whether it is singles, couples or family work I can help you know yourself in a way you will come to appreciate resulting in a life changing experience.
Suffer no more with depression, panic attacks, addictions, low self esteem and bad relationships, time to transform those close relationships into great ones whether at home or in the office.I use EMDR, brain spotting, hypnosis, codependence therapy, plus couples theories (certified Imago Therapist & Relationsl Life Therapist), joining all in loving communication. I love 12 step programs & have been trained & certified by the best in the field for addiction issues. . I am trained in mediation working for LA court as a mediator for divorcing couples using communication & collaborative methods. I have taught classes helping divorcing couples cope Good communication=love!
Whether it is singles, couples or family work I can help you know yourself in a way you will come to appreciate resulting in a life changing experience.
Suffer no more with depression, panic attacks, addictions, low self esteem and bad relationships, time to transform those close relationships into great ones whether at home or in the office.I use EMDR, brain spotting, hypnosis, codependence therapy, plus couples theories (certified Imago Therapist & Relationsl Life Therapist), joining all in loving communication. I love 12 step programs & have been trained & certified by the best in the field for addiction issues. . I am trained in mediation working for LA court as a mediator for divorcing couples using communication & collaborative methods. I have taught classes helping divorcing couples cope Good communication=love!
Sharon Carrigg Bailey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT, LEP
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
As a therapist, I specialize working with individuals and families incorporating Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Family Systems Therapy.
With 32 years of working with individuals and families, I specialize in helping people make changes/progress with depression, anxiety, marital discord, parenting, and other life challenges. As a therapist, I take a nonjudgemental approach in helping people take control of their lives. Some things to ask yourself: Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, or another life challenge? Does your child/adolescent need assistance in expressing feelings? Does your child/adolescent push the limits? Have you and your spouse grown apart? Becoming stronger as an individual/ family and strengthening boundaries and roles are my number one goals.
As a therapist, I specialize working with individuals and families incorporating Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Family Systems Therapy.
With 32 years of working with individuals and families, I specialize in helping people make changes/progress with depression, anxiety, marital discord, parenting, and other life challenges. As a therapist, I take a nonjudgemental approach in helping people take control of their lives. Some things to ask yourself: Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, or another life challenge? Does your child/adolescent need assistance in expressing feelings? Does your child/adolescent push the limits? Have you and your spouse grown apart? Becoming stronger as an individual/ family and strengthening boundaries and roles are my number one goals.
I work with individuals experiencing Life stressors including:
Bereavement; loss of loved one, pets, and relationships
College Transition; academic pressure, roommate difficulty, independent living
Relationship Difficulties; break-ups, poor communication skills
Family relational issues; blended/step family integration
Graduate School Stressors; organizing schedules, dissertation difficulties, defining career paths.
For many, coming to therapy can seem like a leap of faith. Psychotherapy asks you to trust a process, and someone, new and unknown to you and to set aside time for yourself in your busy life. I hope you will find our website helpful and informative as you consider beginning the process. Diagnostic specialization can be previewed at our website: www.PoachConsulting.com
I work with individuals experiencing Life stressors including:
Bereavement; loss of loved one, pets, and relationships
College Transition; academic pressure, roommate difficulty, independent living
Relationship Difficulties; break-ups, poor communication skills
Family relational issues; blended/step family integration
Graduate School Stressors; organizing schedules, dissertation difficulties, defining career paths.
For many, coming to therapy can seem like a leap of faith. Psychotherapy asks you to trust a process, and someone, new and unknown to you and to set aside time for yourself in your busy life. I hope you will find our website helpful and informative as you consider beginning the process. Diagnostic specialization can be previewed at our website: www.PoachConsulting.com
Using family mapping, observing patterns, misunderstandings, unveiled your past, work on your present and dream about your future, we'll find ways to release and heal.
I believe "Love is Love". I help individuals, couples & families through life transitions, such as making sense of a hard situation, becoming a parent, or adjusting to life. My sacred work is rooted in being productive (so you can gather healthy ways to cope with life), being focused on your therapy goals (so you can transition out of therapy), and being supportive towards the balance of life (spiritually, physically, mentally & emotionally). I offer parenting (traditional, single + alternative) therapeutic support, consultations & workshops on Positive Mothering, Let your Soul Glow and How to find your Authentic Self.
Using family mapping, observing patterns, misunderstandings, unveiled your past, work on your present and dream about your future, we'll find ways to release and heal.
I believe "Love is Love". I help individuals, couples & families through life transitions, such as making sense of a hard situation, becoming a parent, or adjusting to life. My sacred work is rooted in being productive (so you can gather healthy ways to cope with life), being focused on your therapy goals (so you can transition out of therapy), and being supportive towards the balance of life (spiritually, physically, mentally & emotionally). I offer parenting (traditional, single + alternative) therapeutic support, consultations & workshops on Positive Mothering, Let your Soul Glow and How to find your Authentic Self.
Debra Kabrin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Some of the issues I treat are domestic violence, step/blended families, family issues, rebuilding relationships, personal issues, self esteem, anxiety & personal issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I’m interested in working with all types of clients who are requiring more clarity and quality in their lives. My work includes assisting you in clarifying and reaching your goals. I am sensitive to cultural, ethnic, racial, gender, sexual & religious diversity & work in a non critical, non judgemental environment.
Some of the issues I treat are domestic violence, step/blended families, family issues, rebuilding relationships, personal issues, self esteem, anxiety & personal issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I’m interested in working with all types of clients who are requiring more clarity and quality in their lives. My work includes assisting you in clarifying and reaching your goals. I am sensitive to cultural, ethnic, racial, gender, sexual & religious diversity & work in a non critical, non judgemental environment.
I offer professional focus on balancing life during COVID, anxiety, depression, anger management, difficulty functioning, domestic violence, trauma, history of sexual and physical abuse, guilt and shame, family addictions and codependence, self-harm, grief and loss, multi-generational family reconciliation, phase of life transitions, multi-cultural issues, parenting skills, and forgiveness. Individual, couple and family sessions are available. My approach to therapy embraces the premise that people are inherently worthy and share a common, basic need to feel heard and validated in their relationships.
I offer professional focus on balancing life during COVID, anxiety, depression, anger management, difficulty functioning, domestic violence, trauma, history of sexual and physical abuse, guilt and shame, family addictions and codependence, self-harm, grief and loss, multi-generational family reconciliation, phase of life transitions, multi-cultural issues, parenting skills, and forgiveness. Individual, couple and family sessions are available. My approach to therapy embraces the premise that people are inherently worthy and share a common, basic need to feel heard and validated in their relationships.
Counseling Adults, Children & Couples
Psychologist, PsyD, MAMFCT, CHYP
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Some Adults, Teens and Children in our community face issues of stress, fear of underachieving, depression, body-image concerns, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia or over-eating), relationship traumas (affairs, divorce, abuse, child custody battles), addictions. Other adults face unsettling retirement, empty nest syndrome, elder care concerns, serious illnesses, definite anxiety and feelings of meaninglessness. Couples become estranged: lacking in communication, connection and emotional or sexual intimacy. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Marriage, Family & Child Therapist and Counselor for over 30 years, Dr. Carol Francis uses multiple researched tools helping individuals, couples, and families create satisfaction and well-being.
Some Adults, Teens and Children in our community face issues of stress, fear of underachieving, depression, body-image concerns, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia or over-eating), relationship traumas (affairs, divorce, abuse, child custody battles), addictions. Other adults face unsettling retirement, empty nest syndrome, elder care concerns, serious illnesses, definite anxiety and feelings of meaninglessness. Couples become estranged: lacking in communication, connection and emotional or sexual intimacy. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Marriage, Family & Child Therapist and Counselor for over 30 years, Dr. Carol Francis uses multiple researched tools helping individuals, couples, and families create satisfaction and well-being.
I provide psychotherapy for individuals suffering from anxiety and sadness, as well as couple and family therapy.
Do you have anxiety and find yourself worrying all the time? Do your relationships suffer because you worry? Worrying affects your mind and body. It often involves nervousness, panic, fear, obsessive-compulsiveness, and embarrassment or worse, shame. Whether you have one of these experiences or all of them, worry disconnects you from loved ones. This leads to sadness or depression. You don't have to be alone with your worry (or sadness). Engaging in treatment is a difficult decision, but your commitment will be the first step toward releasing the emotions that stand in the way of you feeling safe, calm, confident and connected.
I provide psychotherapy for individuals suffering from anxiety and sadness, as well as couple and family therapy.
Do you have anxiety and find yourself worrying all the time? Do your relationships suffer because you worry? Worrying affects your mind and body. It often involves nervousness, panic, fear, obsessive-compulsiveness, and embarrassment or worse, shame. Whether you have one of these experiences or all of them, worry disconnects you from loved ones. This leads to sadness or depression. You don't have to be alone with your worry (or sadness). Engaging in treatment is a difficult decision, but your commitment will be the first step toward releasing the emotions that stand in the way of you feeling safe, calm, confident and connected.
Amy Humphrey
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Hello and welcome to my practice. I hold a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology and I am licensed as a Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist. I have worked in the mental health field for over 25 years, both in the private practice setting as well as community mental health. My practice focuses on individuals, couples, and families who are wanting to enhance their interpersonal relationships, develop self-awareness, and foster personal growth.
Hello and welcome to my practice. I hold a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology and I am licensed as a Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist. I have worked in the mental health field for over 25 years, both in the private practice setting as well as community mental health. My practice focuses on individuals, couples, and families who are wanting to enhance their interpersonal relationships, develop self-awareness, and foster personal growth.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.