Find a Therapist near El Segundo, CA

Whether you've been in therapy before and want a new perspective, or this is your first time exploring therapy options: if you feel stuck in patterns that you know you want to change but don't know where to start, you're in the right place. Perhaps you find yourself people-pleasing to avoid disappointing others, or you have difficulty enforcing boundaries or saying no for fear of backlash or rejection. Ultimately, you're left feeling anxious and exhausted, all the while not honoring your own needs and wishes. Or maybe you feel out of control of your emotional reactions to certain situations, triggers, or people and want to understand why. There's a reason so many can relate to these feelings, and there's a way to change it. I believe our unique experiences shape who we are and how we react to situations. In fact, it's an evolutionary adaptation intended to protect us. Sometimes these reactions are helpful, while other times, well... they're not. We can identify patterns that may have been helpful to you at one time, but are no longer serving you, and replace them with adaptive responses that align with your personal needs and boundaries. You have the power and ability to overcome self-doubt, quiet your inner critic, let go of fear and guilt, and change what holds you back from being your authentic self. With a customized plan, we can begin the healing process by addressing the root of the issue, bringing clarity, relief, and peace at a time when it is needed most. I help my clients navigate struggles with relationship issues, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal connection in friendships, the workplace, and dating, communication problems, low self-esteem, goal-attainment, family conflict, prenatal and postpartum anxiety, coping with life transitions, and more. Please visit the "What's It Like" page on my website to get a more in-depth look at what therapy with me is like. Many questions can be answered from my website so feel free to look around or send me a message via email, text, or call and I'll be happy to answer any questions you have. Thanks so much for reading, I hope to connect with you.

As an associate marriage and family therapist, my work centers on helping individuals and couples navigate the complex terrain of intimacy, loss, and renewal. I believe therapy is not just about symptom relief, but about understanding the deeper stories that shape our emotional lives — the patterns, inherited narratives, and inner conflicts that influence how we love, connect, and heal. My style is direct yet deeply compassionate, creating a space where honesty and empathy work hand in hand. I help clients uncover the truth beneath their struggles while feeling supported, seen, and safely challenged toward growth and healing. I specialize in working with those impacted by sex addiction and betrayal, guiding both individuals and couples through the painful process of rebuilding trust and rediscovering connection. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, blending depth psychology with evidence-based methods to honor each client’s unique story and pace of healing. I also support young women in exploring identity, self-worth, and relationship patterns, as well as individuals navigating significant life transitions such as divorce, retirement, or the empty-nest stage. In addition, I work with grief and loss, helping clients make sense of what feels unbearable and find meaning in the space between what was and what is becoming. These seasons of change often bring questions of belonging and purpose, and I see therapy as a place to explore those thresholds with curiosity and care. At the heart of my work is the belief that crisis can be a powerful catalyst for transformation. Whether you are facing betrayal, grief, or a loss of direction, my intention is to help you move from crisis toward clarity, rebuild connection with yourself and others, and rediscover the deeper sense of meaning that makes life feel whole again. My style is direct yet deeply compassionate, creating a space where honesty and empathy work hand in hand. I help clients uncover the truth beneath their struggles while feeling supported, seen, and safely challenged toward growth and healing. I specialize in working with those impacted by sex addiction and betrayal, guiding both individuals and couples through the painful process of rebuilding trust and rediscovering connection. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, blending depth psychology with evidence-based methods to honor each client’s unique story and pace of healing. I also support young women in exploring identity, self-worth, and relationship patterns, as well as individuals navigating significant life transitions such as divorce, retirement, or the empty-nest stage. In addition, I work with grief and loss, helping clients make sense of what feels unbearable and find meaning in the space between what was and what is becoming. These seasons of change often bring questions of belonging and purpose, and I see therapy as a place to explore those thresholds with curiosity and care. At the heart of my work is the belief that crisis can be a powerful catalyst for transformation. Whether you are facing betrayal, grief, or a loss of direction, my intention is to help you move from crisis toward clarity, rebuild connection with yourself and others, and rediscover the deeper sense of meaning that makes life feel whole again.

My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic environment where individuals have the opportunity to explore and uncover their emotional blocks and heal past wounds. I believe that through the process of developing insight and awareness, my clients will be able to better manage their symptoms and develop coping skills that will help them lead more enjoyable and gratifying lives. I aspire to help my clients move beyond fleeting, quick fixes and, instead, implement long lasting change.

Our greatest difficulties can be life's greatest gifts (in disguise) if we can learn how to translate their messages. Every problem we encounter has the potential to bring us to a place of greater self-understanding and presents us with opportunities to overcome our own limitations. In therapy, starting from where you are "stuck," we work on developing your ability to deal with problems in such a way that they become opportunities for personal growth. I facilitate a gentle but intense process wherein clients can develop a better understanding of themselves, their behavior and their relationships and create meaningful changes based on personal values. Through therapeutic growth and insight, you are empowered to transform old, damaging patterns into new, healthier ways of living: from sadness to joy, fear to wisdom, anger to strength, loneliness to connectedness, and shame to acceptance. I believe that wellness is a multifaceted experience, encompassing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of being -- a process of aliveness that comes from your dynamic interaction with the world in and around you. I have a passion for this work and honor and appreciate my clients. I offer a free phone consultation to answer any questions you may have about the services I provide.

Hi there! I want to give you a warm welcome. I work with individuals who are navigating the complexities of being human. My clients often feel stuck in perfectionist patterns, overwhelmed by internal pressure, or weighed down by painful relational experiences. I have a special focus on supporting high-achieving folks, specifically student-athletes and emerging adults. As a former collegiate athlete myself, I can empathize with the unique pressures. I work with clients facing burnout, injury, identity shifts, and the transition out of sport - as well as those healing from sports-related trauma, including the long-term effects of high-pressure or harmful coaching dynamics. My approach is warm, collaborative, and LGBTQIA+ affirming. Together, we’ll explore what’s beneath the surface: the beliefs you’ve internalized, the roles you’ve taken on, and the parts of yourself that want to be seen and understood. Additionally, I provide testing for ADHD Evaluations and Psychodiagnostic Assessments to individuals across the lifespan. My work is grounded in relational and psychodynamic approaches, informed by trauma theory and a deep belief in the healing power of connection. I’m here to walk with you—not to “fix” you—but to help you reconnect with yourself in deeper, more compassionate ways. If any of this resonates, I’d love to connect over a free consultation call!

Do you struggle with anxiety, worry, or depression but don't know where to start making changes? My practice is focused on balancing a compassionate relationship with the best evidence-based techniques to help you build tools for lasting change. I am a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience and expertise in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, and depression. I am one of only 10 psychologists in LA who is board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in behavioral and cognitive psychology. My focus is on understanding your unique story and tailoring sessions to meet your individual needs. My practice helps people recover from difficult periods in their lives, such as a traumatic event or loss, life transition, or intense feelings of anxiety and depression. You can expect a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your concerns. I provide specialized treatments such as cognitive processing therapy (CPT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for insomnia, and exposure therapy for obsessive compulsion (OCD) or anxiety. My goal is that clients learn specific coping tools within a framework of self-compassion and appreciation for their inner emotional wisdom. I also help with life transitions, work stress, and relationship difficulties. If you are ready to take the first step towards wellness please give me a call for a free 15-minute telephone intake appointment. I offer evening, weekend, and telehealth sessions for convenience. I look forward to connecting with you and exploring how therapy can help you! Please visit our website for more information.

Unhappy with yourself and the way life is unfolding? Relationships not what you want them to be? Anxious? Angry? Increase esteem, improve your relationships and feel better now. We go through our lives with stories that shape who we are and how we see ourselves in the world. These stories and ideas can limit our identities preventing us from expressing our true, evolving natures and realizing our potentials. I collaborate with individuals and couples by providing a safe and introspective environment to examine and bring forward their own stories while exploring new perspectives that support and encourage positivity and confidence.

Live the life you want to be living now! Whether you want to have more fulfilling relationships, work through past traumas, overcome your anxiety, grief, or depression, I will create a safe and trusting environment for us to work on creating a balanced, joy-filled life. It's never too early or too late to start living you best life! It's normal to be skeptical of change and doubt that things can get better. I have sat with hundreds of clients throughout the years and help the hope for them until they can see it themselves. I believe we're all capable and deserving of a joyful life. I specialize in working with clients who have experienced any kind of trauma in their lives. Trauma or unhealthy relationships tend to create long term pain whether it's in the form of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem or unfulfilling relationships. By examining and working through past pain and creating healthy beliefs and actions, we can work through authentic joy. My approach to therapy is using solution-focused tools to help you find relief from your immediate problems pretty quickly as we use some relational tools to break up old patterns that are not working for you and create new habits and beliefs that actually serve you.

I use a relational and eclectic approach to therapy. My style is engaging and collaborative so that you feel fully supported in your process. I will provide insights and interpretations to best assist you in growing and moving forward. I want all may clients to feel that they have real takeaways from our sessions. I work with clients trying to better understand themselves, patterns, and relationships. I specialize in supporting those struggling with: anxiety, depression, substance use and drinking, family, trauma, relational challenges, relationship issues, stages of life and uncertainty with the future, while giving direct feedback and encouragement. Relationally, I help individuals and couples build emotional resiliency and better awareness into their thoughts and feelings. I also help clients set healthy boundaries, advocate for their own needs, and learn effective communication skills. Common themes I see in my client work is a struggle with self-judgment, self-criticism, self-worth, self-compassion, fear and shame. I work with clients to create more awareness around their internal processes and shift perspective & their narrative so they begin to see themselves, others, and the world differently. This process lends to growth, healing and change.

Life is a journey full of ups, downs, and forks in the road which can bring about stress, anxiety, depression, and an overall feeling of helplessness. Most of the time it’s easy to navigate on our own, but quite often a licensed psychotherapist is needed to restore balance and provide you with the necessary tools to rebuild andor redirect your life towards becoming more fulfilling, uplifting, and ENJOYABLE. As your therapist, I’m committed to creating a safe place to address any issues you feel are holding you back from becoming the very best version of yourself; creating a relationship built on trust, honesty, and understanding. I have worked with couples, victims of crimes, adolescents, young adults, older adults, as well as, clients who are dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and loss. I take pride in being able to provide my clients with numerous resources and valuable coping mechanisms. I will provide you with the tools necessary to manage life’s setbacks, uncertainties, and mental meltdowns. But more than anything, as your therapist, I will be there to listen and champion you along the way. Lets Chat!

You might work hard to make everyone happy, yet end up second-guessing yourself or feeling drained. Even small choices can feel overwhelming. Deep down, you want relief — to feel grounded, confident, and connected to who you really are. I work with teens and young adults navigating stress, self-doubt, identity questions, relationship challenges, and the impact of past experiences. As an affirming and identity-aware therapist, I create a safe space to explore who you are, build confidence, and strengthen your relationships. Clients and families describe me as warm and approachable while also clear and honest. Together, we’ll uncover patterns that keep you stuck, strengthen boundaries, and practice new ways of coping and communicating. My goal is simple: to help you (or your teen) feel lighter, clearer, and more confident. You don’t have to do this alone — reach out today to take the next step.

I hold a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy, which has equipped me with the knowledge and expertise to address a wide range of emotional and relational issues. My education and ongoing training allow me to provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions and support tailored to your unique needs. Deciding if it's the right time for therapy can be a deeply personal choice. If you're experiencing emotional distress, facing life transitions, or struggling with relationships, therapy can be a beneficial resource. It's essential to acknowledge your own readiness and willingness to engage in the therapeutic process. Therapy can be a powerful tool for personal growth and healing. In my practice, I incorporate several therapeutic modalities, including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). EMDR is an evidence-based therapy used to treat trauma, anxiety, and other emotional distress. It involves a structured eight-phase approach, including assessment, desensitization, and reprocessing, helping individuals process and heal from distressing experiences.