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Psychodynamic therapists in Los Angeles, CA

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Santa Barbara, California therapist: Shana Burns, LMFT, marriage and family therapist
Psychodynamic

Shana Burns, LMFT

Marriage and Family Therapist
As the founder of Work In Progress Therapy, a group private practice in California, I'm proud to introduce our team of 6 dedicated Associate Marriage and Family Therapists (AMFTs). We are committed to supporting a diverse range of adults, teens, families, and couples. We believe in the power of strong, collaborative therapeutic relationships as the foundation for meaningful change. Our areas of expertise include navigating life transitions, overcoming substance abuse, exploring identity shifts, healing from early life trauma, and transforming challenges within relationships.  
20 Years Experience
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Online in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, California therapist: Gustavo Olvera SANTOS, marriage and family therapist
Psychodynamic

Gustavo Olvera SANTOS

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Hello! I'm Gustavo Olvera and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), serving clients via telehealth throughout the State of California. My long time approach to therapy is to meet the client where they are and work with them to identify goals that will help them improve their quality of life. I believe that we all have the potential to succeed in life and the potential to achieve greatness. A healthy mind is key to success, as we often have to make critical decisions on a daily basis. I believe we can all achieve our desired goals by increasing and maintaining a positive outlook on our mental health.  
7 Years Experience
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Online in Los Angeles, California
Beverly Hills, California therapist: Samer Fawaz, marriage and family therapist
Psychodynamic

Samer Fawaz

Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT #149147
The concept of self-love is a mystery because you often default to a painful pattern of beating yourself up. Being productive is important to you but instead you feel overwhelmed and burnt out. You want to be in the flow with your partner but rather you are constantly at odds leaving you feeling lonely and isolated. Cultivating deeper relationships is a value to you but you feel disconnected, anxious and stressed. These and other of life’s great emotional impasses are what often lead people to therapy. I believe the most valuable impact therapy can have on you is a deeper understanding of yourself and who you want to show up as in the world. Through consistent, gentle, and thoughtful investigation of oneself, there can be considerable growth. The deeper we are able to go together, the more attuned you will become with yourself and others. I provide my clients with directive, empowering therapy aimed at challenging you to look at yourself in a more introspective and curious way. My clients walk away from therapy with me feeling inspired and motivated to make meaningful change in their life. My main areas of focus include: entrepreneurs, entertainment industry professionals, gay men & couples.  
4 Years Experience
Los Angeles, CA 90039
Online in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, California therapist: Julie Anderson, psychologist
Psychodynamic

Julie Anderson

Psychologist, Ph.D.
Accepting and loving ourselves and others is key to a healthy and happy life. That's easier said than done. Engaging in a collaborative relationship, I can help you grow toward an integrated and expansive life.  
24 Years Experience
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Online in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, California therapist: Adam Silverstein, marriage and family therapist
Psychodynamic

Adam Silverstein

Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT Candidate
Are you dealing with sex addiction, porn addiction, or unhealthy sexual choices that are impacting your life or your relationship? Or does someone you love deal with these challenges and as a result you have been hurt and betrayed? I specialize in helping cultivate healthy intimate relationships free from the negative effects related to problematic sexual behaviors.  
10 Years Experience
Los Angeles, CA
Online in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, California therapist: Melissa Klass M.A., LMFT, marriage and family therapist
Psychodynamic

Melissa Klass M.A., LMFT

Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT #119163
One word. Relationship. Specifically ours. Yours and mine. Healing happens when you are seen, heard, and felt by another human being.  
8 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, California (Online Only)
San Francisco, California therapist: Erika Shershun, marriage and family therapist
Psychodynamic

Erika Shershun

Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I specialize in helping trauma survivors, especially survivors of childhood and/or adult sexual trauma, reclaim the life they were meant to live. If you're struggling with symptoms related to trauma, such as being easily triggered, anxiety or depression, dissociation (feeling spaced out, numb, unable to ground, or connect to your body's sensations) trouble sleeping, nightmares, or flashbacks and more, you're in the right place (for an extensive list of trauma symptoms check out my post https://www.healingsexualtrauma.com/post/what-are-trauma-symptoms). My goal is to help you get the results you're looking for while offering lots of needed compassion and understanding. I'm the author of the Healing Sexual Trauma Workbook, the upcoming Healing Sexual Trauma Guided Journal (2024), and teacher of the PESI Sexual Trauma Clinical Training. I'm dedicated to supporting my clients as they navigate their healing journey.  
11 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, California (Online Only)
Grass Valley, California therapist: Jessi Blank, licensed professional counselor
Psychodynamic

Jessi Blank

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Seeking out professional support can feel hard, awkward, and even subtly intimidating. As a therapist, I dedicate my job to make sure all of my clients feel safe in the space that is created between us, allowing them to name and explore the various emotional pains that may have left them feeling stuck, derailed, angry, or even hopefuless. My therapy style is a mixture of soft tenderness that helps my clients feel seen and cared for, intentional questions of curiousity that helps my clients to expand their thinking and meaning making, while also, when appropriate, to subtly challenge any false beliefs or perceptions that may be playing into the role that may be keeping them adrift.  
7 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, California (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: Sandra Davis, marriage and family therapist
Psychodynamic

Sandra Davis

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFC 42628) with undergraduate education from Tulane University in Psychology and Sociology, and graduate education from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology, Chicago in Psychology. I have been practicing in the field with adults, children and families for over 20 years. I have had the opportunity to work with many diverse ages, cultures and ethnic backgrounds. My clinical experiences have included work with adults, children and families experiencing trauma, involvement with the foster care system and the criminal justice system. During my career, I have had the opportunity to be trained and/or certified in various Evidence Based Practices (EBPs) such as Child Parent Psychotherapy, Incredible Years Baby, Crisis Oriented Recovery Services, Seeking Safety and Managing & Adapting Practice. I have provided Individual and Group Clinical Supervision to clinicians gaining their hours towards licensure in the state of California for over 10 years. In addition, I have held positions such as Clinical Supervisor, Program Coordinator, Clinical Manager and Child Parent Psychotherapy Lead/Champion.  
28 Years Experience
Los Angeles, CA 90042
Online in Los Angeles, California
New York City, New York therapist: Alan Jacobson, Psy.D., psychologist
Psychodynamic

Alan Jacobson, Psy.D.

Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, Nationally Registered Health Service Provider
I provide a strength-based approach that revolves around potential and possibilities. We'll tackle challenges in a way that helps you feel more empowered, confident, and content.  
23 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, California (Online Only)
San Diego, California therapist: Eric van der Voort, psychologist
Psychodynamic

Eric van der Voort

Psychologist, PsyD, CST, CSWT
As a kink-identified Psychologist and Certified Sex Therapist, I work with kinky & non-monogamous people of all sexual orientations to address sexual performance anxieties, desire discrepancies, porn and/or substance use, and communication difficulties. I also help straight-identified men understand and appreciate their attraction to trans women. My inclusive practice enthusiastically welcomes those of any sexual orientation, gender identity, kink, relationship dynamic, and behaviors between consenting adults.  
9 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, California (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: Madeline Taylor, PhD, marriage and family therapist
Psychodynamic

Madeline Taylor, PhD

Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
A patient should feel the therapist's genuine interest in him or her, and should gradually come to trust the therapist's open, non-judgmental attitude. My aim is to provide a growth-enhancing environment for patients as we join together to deal with whatever struggles they are experiencing. People in my practice tend to grow in their ability to face the difficulties in their lives. They develop greater confidence in the legitimacy of their wants and needs and in their ability to get those needs met.  
42 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, California (Online Only)
Beverly Hills, California therapist: PBA Psychology Group, Inc., psychologist
Psychodynamic

PBA Psychology Group, Inc.

Psychologist, Clinical and Forensic Psychology
Welcome to our practice. We have several terrific culturally and linguistically diverse clinicians in Beverly Hills and DTLA who are privileged to work with individuals, couples and families. Our style is focused on helping you understand your development in a way that allows you to become unstuck from your concerns. Our common sense approach is aimed at helping you gain insight into your past and present, enabling you to make healthier choices about your present and future. We treat a range of concerns. It is important to us that you feel like you can be understood, on every level. Come as you are. We’re here to help.  
28 Years Experience
Los Angeles, CA 90015
Online in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, California therapist: Victoria Miller, licensed clinical social worker
Psychodynamic

Victoria Miller

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Anxiety, depression, and past traumas can stand in the way of healthy, balanced relationships. You may feel like you're standing in your own way and second guessing yourself all the time. You may have noticed uncontrollable negative self talk that spirals and seems to take on a life of it's own. These behaviors create a cycle of anxiety and depression that's hard to battle. With my help you will learn skills to combat anxiety, depression, to stop the negative self talk, to work through past traumas, and to gain confidence. In the process you will build healthy, balanced relationships and live a more fulfilling life.  
18 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, California (Online Only)
San Francisco, California therapist: Mitsue Nakagaki Karaman, marriage and family therapist
Psychodynamic

Mitsue Nakagaki Karaman

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
We all have moments in our lives when we need a little support. The most ambitious of us can get burnt out and even the most loving relationships can encounter bumpy roads. If you are here, you may be in that moment now -- feeling stuck or overwhelmed in some way. Perhaps you’re facing a difficult challenge or transition and need immediate support, or there is something you have carried for a long time that you’re ready to face. I offer the space to slow down, take a breath and explore what’s going on. We are all different, so my approach is collaborative and guided by how you experience the world.  
6 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, California (Online Only)
Beverly Hills, California therapist: G. Safina, therapist
Psychodynamic

G. Safina

Therapist, Individual And Couples Therapy, MA, MS
I focus on providing therapy to individuals facing challenging life experiences. Whether you struggle to understand or express your feelings, communicate freely, or feel disconnected and unheard, I offer a safe space to explore and address these challenges. Together, we can delve into what burdens you, confront difficult questions, and discover effective strategies for your well-being.  
3 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, California (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: Ana Velouise, Perinatal Mental Health Specialist, marriage and family therapist
Psychodynamic

Ana Velouise, Perinatal Mental Health Specialist

Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT
Why did no one warn you about how hard the transition to parenthood was going to be? You often feel that you’re not doing a “good enough” job and wonder why other parents seem to have it all figured out. You may not have had the pregnancy, birth, or postpartum experience that you wanted. You love your baby more than anything but you don’t always love being a parent. I’ve been there. Therapy is a resource that helped me feel less alone as I navigated the immense changes that came with becoming a parent. I’m a queer, neurodivergent mother of twins and my lived experience with perinatal loss, birth trauma, NICU parenting, being postpartum in 2020, and perinatal mental health disorders drew me to this work.  
2 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, California (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: Anna Schick, marriage and family therapist
Psychodynamic

Anna Schick

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I work with adults and couples. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety, depression, low self esteem, perfectionism and highly sensitive people, I will support you in leading an authentic life and helping you understand what's blocking you.  
14 Years Experience
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Online in Los Angeles, California
San Francisco, California therapist: Judith Nitchie, counselor/therapist
Psychodynamic

Judith Nitchie

Counselor/Therapist, LMFT36770
Chronic illness, aging, and loss can be overwhelming. It's not only adjustment to physical changes and abilities, but the emotional challenges can seem insurmountable. I have been there! You don't have to do this by yourself. My passion and my work are to help you find your way back to a sense of value and engagement with your life regardless of your challenges.  
30 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, California (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: Lauren Blalock, marriage and family therapist
Psychodynamic

Lauren Blalock

Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I believe therapy, at it’s core, is about relationship. Our relationship. We will work together to tailor make the most beneficial experience, specific to you. Working from an integrative approach, combining the best of several models of therapy, I create a individualized experience where you can be safe, seen, and free of judgmental as you move toward healing.  
8 Years Experience
Los Angeles, CA 90004
Online in Los Angeles, California