In entertainment and the arts, isolation is an issue that widely goes unrecognized. The joy of working on something you deeply care about often comes with the side effects of isolation, fear of rejection, loss of motivation and lack of balance. It can be hard to find your footing and tap into your best self. This unique lifestyle offers the potential for fulfillment and also the potential for stagnancy and imbalance. It can be so overwhelming. You want to know when is the right time to follow your intuition. When do you trust people around you and your own voice that doubts you? You know what you need to do and you often ignore it out of fear, only to see consequences and other people reap the rewards of your doubt. Imagine knowing what you really want and being able to follow that, instead of constantly second-guessing yourself in every aspect of your life. You would feel heard and respected in your relationships while also being able to balance your work and your personal life, which often bleed into each other. I help people in the industry to define that balancing act in a way that works for them. Featuring two locations in Westwood and DTLA as well as the ability to do phone sessions for those who travel frequently, I make the process of therapy easy to fit in to your busy life. Visit my website to learn more and schedule a free consultation!

As a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in telehealth care, my guiding principle is to meet each patient where they are, both emotionally and geographically. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, attention-deficit hyperactivity, addiction, or life transitions, I strive to create a collaborative, safe space where your voice is heard, your goals are honored, and your strengths are celebrated. Collaborative Partnership I view our work together as a true partnership. From our very first session, we’ll clarify your treatment goals and co-create a plan tailored to your unique needs. Whether that includes medication management, behavioral strategies, or lifestyle adjustments, your input drives every decision. Evidence-Based Flexibility Psychiatry is both an art and a science. I draw on the latest research—whether it’s in psychopharmacology, cognitive-behavioral techniques, or mindfulness-based practices—and adapt these tools to align with your preferences and values. If a particular approach isn’t working, we’ll pivot together until we find what feels right for you. Holistic Perspective Mental health doesn’t exist in a vacuum. I take into account sleep, nutrition, exercise, social support, and daily routines, helping you understand how each aspect of your life impacts your well-being. Integrating these elements empowers you to make sustainable changes beyond the virtual office. Empathy and Cultural Sensitivity Every individual carries their own story, influenced by culture, identity, and life experiences. I am committed to honoring that story, offering empathetic listening and culturally sensitive care that recognizes and respects your background, beliefs, and goals. Accessibility and Continuity With fully HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions, I strive to make psychiatric care as accessible and convenient as possible. Whether you’re in Santa Barbara or across the state, we’ll maintain continuity through secure video visits, timely follow-up, and responsive communication between appointments. Empowerment through Education Knowledge is power. I explain diagnoses, treatment options, and potential side effects in clear, jargon-free language, so you can make informed choices about your mental health journey. Together, we’ll demystify the process and celebrate each milestone along the way. My ultimate goal is not just symptom relief, but genuine growth: helping you build resilience, deepen self-awareness, and cultivate a sense of hope that endures long after our sessions conclude. I look forward to working with you on the path to a more balanced, fulfilling life.

Modern life asks a lot of us. You might look like you have it together—thriving in your career, keeping up with relationships, managing endless responsibilities—yet inside, you feel anxious, burnt out, or disconnected. If you’ve been overthinking, carrying the weight of everyone else’s needs, or wondering why “having it all” still doesn’t feel like enough, you’re not alone. I offer modern therapy for modern life. That means therapy that meets you where you are today: collaborative, warm, and practical. In our work together, we’ll slow things down so you can untangle what’s really happening beneath the surface. We’ll explore the deeper “why” behind your patterns while also building tools you can use in real time—whether that’s navigating stress, setting boundaries, or finding balance in your relationships. My approach blends Internal Family Systems (IFS), psychodynamic insight, and cognitive-behavioral strategies. Sessions are structured but never rigid—you can expect a space that’s both supportive and gently challenging, where you’ll feel seen and encouraged to grow. The goal isn’t perfection. It’s helping you feel more grounded, more connected, and more yourself.

It is not the easiest thing to ask for help and start therapy. I understand the challenges, hopes, and fears clients face in the process of seeking therapy. My goal is to create a safe atmosphere and trust that will allow my clients to look at underlying issues. I am empathic and use direct feedback. I use interpersonal, psychodynamic, cognitive and strength base therapy. I do believe that the relationship tends to be more important than "technique" and focus on where the client is and what his or her particular needs and goals are. While I work with both women and men from many walks of life, my specialties include men's issues, fatherhood, sports psychology, working with executives, and diversity training. I also co-lead an amazing men's group. A must for all men. I like to do many things that enhance my therapy skills including, writing, and present locally and nationally. I co-edited a book titled, Counseling Fathers, and write and speak in many venues, locally and nationally.

What makes therapy work is the relationship and connection between the therapist and client, as well as the skills and technical expertise the therapist brings to the table. I am supportive, caring and committed to being totally present, meeting people where they are right now, hearing them in their own terms. Relationships between individuals, couples and families have become so stressful in these crazy-making times. I see my job as helping clients untangle life's challenges and assisting them in getting in touch with their own inner resources. I have extensive experience in working with really complex family situations. I assist individuals and couples in strengthening and repairing relationships, navigating through life's transitions and dealing with issues related to aging. I specialize in working with children & adolescents dealing with emotional problems and offer support and counsel to parents. I help children, adolescents, adults and families who are dealing with emotional pain due to anxiety, depression, stress, anger, grief and loss. My office is in Ojai, surrounded by beautiful oaks, and offers a supportive and calming environment in which to do important psychological healing work.

Deciding to enter psychotherapy is one of the most compassionate choices you can make for yourself. In fact, it can represent an essential turning point in your life. However, it can also sometimes feel uncomfortable to talk to someone you don't know well. That's why I provide a caring, safe environment where I will listen to you carefully and where we will work together to understand and resolve the issues with which you are struggling--both in terms of how they affect your life now and in terms of how they became issues for you in the first place. I work with adults and adolescents who are struggling with a wide range of concerns, including relationship difficulties, perfectionism, anxiety, depression, loss, low self-esteem, and many more. When you enter my office, we will talk together about what you are having difficulty with and where you are feeling stuck. I strongly believe that therapy should be an interactive process, where we work together as a team. I received my bachelor's degree in psychology from Yale University and my master's degree in clinical social work from New York University. My theoretical approach is eclectic, but grounded in a psychodynamic approach to therapy, which means that we will work to establish benefits that not only help you right now, but can also stand the test of time. I look forward to hearing from you!

I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in addressing concerns related to OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life adjustment issues. I use an integrated approach emphasizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Humanistic Therapy. My goal is to work collaboratively with my clients, empowering them to find the solutions that will work best for them. I also place a strong emphasis on Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) techniques when addressing OCD and other specific phobias. Before beginning my career as a therapist, I spent several years working in various sectors of the entertainment industry. This experience gave me a keen understanding of the many issues individuals in the field face. I aim to use my experience to help other professionals navigate the complexities and common issues seen within the business. By leveraging my diverse background and adopting a client-centered approach, I seek to join clients on a therapeutic journey that's custom-tailored to their personal goals.

Have you been feeling stress, doubt, and worries in your relationships and work? You may have been suffering for a long time and have tried to find relief not getting the results you want. You may be hesitant to seek help or doubt there is a way to feel better. Through my years of experience I have seen countless clients move through suffering to having more hope for the future, a more fulfilling life, and feeling joy in their relationships. Working together as a team, we find new ways of thinking and you will see yourself in a different light.

I specialize in treating clients struggling with eating disorders, body image issues, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), body-focused repetitive behaviors, and anxiety, and work with couples and families as well individuals. I believe that full recovery from these problems is possible, no matter how stuck we may feel. I am an active, conversational therapist and I partner with my clients to work through even the toughest circumstances to find freedom and connect them with their vision for their life. I believe in the power of connection and believe that healing and recovery are possible when we feel understood and cared for. It’s important to me that my clients feel respected and that they are treated as the experts of their lives. Even if you’re struggling to hold hope for your ability to make difficult changes, I believe that transformation is possible and will help you take steps towards the life you desire.

Pronouns: she they It's time to finally find a therapist who understands the depth of your queer experience. Maybe you: + Are looking for support in exploring your queer identity + Need support figuring out how to come out to your loved ones or community + Want to process your trauma related to your queer experience, such as trauma from bullying, rejection or estrangement + Have been out for a while and are comfortable in your identity, but just don't want to have to explain the whole queer thing to a therapist while exploring other topics in therapy All of this and more is welcome here. I'm Angela, a queer identified trauma therapist who specializes in supporting highly sensitive and empathic members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Wherever you are in your queer journey, I'm here to help you to better understand your past, and help you release the weight of your trauma and life's challenges so you can move forward. To help you reach your therapy goals, I combine Compassionate Inquiry (a somatic therapy approach), IFS (parts work), and an intersectional social justice lens. Some days you may be interested in doing more of a deep dive, and other days you may just need a space to process out loud. I'm here with you at your desired pace each time we meet! I take a relational approach in working with my clients, meaning I bring my own humanity into the room in order to connect with you on a human to human level. I'm walking this path of trauma healing as a queer person in this queerphobic society with you- you are not alone in this. Together we can help you to deepen your self awareness and bring more self-compassion to your experience. If you are on the fence, feel free to check out my website gnecenter.com and my instagram @healwithgoodnature to learn more about my work. I offer free phone consultations to help us determine if we'd be a good therapeutic match. Reach out through this profile or my website if you'd like to learn more about working together! I am looking forward to connecting with you.

Let’s work together so you can get free – free from feeling trapped in your own life, from the pressure of everyone’s expectations, from anxiety, overthinking, guilt, and burnout. My clients are often the ones who manage every crisis and are everyone else’s rock, but inside, they’re running on fumes. In therapy with me, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Through a warm, real-talk, evidence-based approach, I help high-performing adults break out of old roles – caretaker, fixer, perfectionist – and build a life that finally feels like theirs.

Searching for a new therapist can be a difficult and confusing experience, so I am glad that you have made it this far. Sometimes it can be so overwhelming for people to face their challenges that it is easier to just avoid it all together. So, congratulations on taking this first step and searching. Taking care of your emotional health is such an important and worthwhile endeavor, and I firmly believe that every person could benefit from quality psychotherapy. Your life is precious and sometimes it can be a bit scary to let somebody new into it, so I am honored that you are taking the time to consider me as your therapist. The best thing you can do is give me a call so that we can chat person-to-person and discuss how I can help. Over the course of my career it has become clearer to me that life is just hard sometimes, plain and simple. We all go through emotional struggles, no matter where we come from. Most of the time we can get knocked down, pick ourselves back up and keep moving along the path of life. Sometimes, though, these challenges can be so significant that they get in the way of us living the lives we want to live. We can't think as clearly. We don't work as well. We don't love as well. We sometimes don't know why we're even here. I have faith that through psychotherapy, you can break free from the obstacles that keep you suffering and learn a new way to live that restores your life to a happy and meaningful journey. I consider myself to be a loving, kind, and thoughtful therapist. I believe in my clients, and I work with them as a team. Sometimes I am here to listen when no one else will. Sometimes I am here to offer solutions that my clients haven't thought of. Everyday I make it a goal to restore hope for my clients that they CAN be the happiest they've ever been before. I truly love this work and consider it a privilege.