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Psychologists, Counselors and Therapists in California, United States

Marriage & Family Therapist
(LMFT)
Alyssa
Marriage & Family Therapist
(LMFT)

Hi, I'm Alyssa Brunton, a licensed marriage and family therapist and clinical supervisor. I work to make therapy a collaborative process as we are all experts in our own experiences and work with you to identify alternatives to negative coping skills and identify barriers and goals. I aim to support my clients in finding their own hope, through the dark and the light, while using humor and warmth.

You may be feeling as though what you are experiencing has no meaning and you're drowning, and you're not sure where to go to find relief or suppo ...

Years in Practice
5 years
Free Initial Consultation
$151 - $165 USD
$215855 - $235868 ARS $226 - $247 AUD $811 - $886 BRL $210 - $230 CAD ¥1052 - ¥1150 CNY €130 - €142 EUR ₹13721 - ₹14994 INR $2662 - $2908 MXN $263 - $287 NZD £113 - £123 GBP ₴6556 - ₴7164 UAH $151 - $165 USD
 15720 Ventura Boulevard,
suite 420,
Encino, 91436,
California, United States
15720 Ventura Boulevard, suite 420, Encino, 91436, California, United States
Online

Hi, I'm Alyssa Brunton, a licensed marriage and family therapist and clinical supervisor. I work to make therapy a collaborative process as we are all experts in our own experiences and work with you to identify alternatives to negative coping skills and identify barriers and goals. I aim to support my clients in finding their own hope, through the dark and the light, while using humor and warmth.

You may be feeling as though what you are experiencing has no meaning and you're drowning, and you're not sure where to go to find relief or suppo ...

Years in Practice
5 years
Free Initial Consultation
Marriage & Family Associate
(AMFT)
Celina
Marriage & Family Associate
(AMFT)

Hi, I'm Celina Bongar, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), who is fluent in English and Tagalog and loves all things Disney. I earned my Master’s degree in counseling psychology from CalBaptist University. Dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health support, I specialize in working with individuals and families facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.

My approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practices. I’ve cultivated prof ...

Years in Practice
4 years
Free Initial Consultation
$151 - $165 USD
$215855 - $235868 ARS $226 - $247 AUD $811 - $886 BRL $210 - $230 CAD ¥1052 - ¥1150 CNY €130 - €142 EUR ₹13721 - ₹14994 INR $2662 - $2908 MXN $263 - $287 NZD £113 - £123 GBP ₴6556 - ₴7164 UAH $151 - $165 USD
 15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420,
Encino, 91436,
California, United States
15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420, Encino, 91436, California, United States
Online

Hi, I'm Celina Bongar, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), who is fluent in English and Tagalog and loves all things Disney. I earned my Master’s degree in counseling psychology from CalBaptist University. Dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health support, I specialize in working with individuals and families facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.

My approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practices. I’ve cultivated prof ...

Years in Practice
4 years
Free Initial Consultation
Social Worker
Lyzette
Social Worker

Hi, I'm Lyzette Perez, an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW). I earned my Master's Degree in Social Work Adult Wellness from University of Southern California (USC). My goal is to provide a safe space for my clients to discuss their journey of mental wellbeing with acceptance and openness to all avenues of life.

I have experience working with adolescents, young adults and adults from marginalized communities that include LGBTQIA+, people of color, people of immigration and first generation issues. I specialize in working with anxiety, d ...

Years in Practice
5 years
Free Initial Consultation
$151 - $165 USD
$215855 - $235868 ARS $226 - $247 AUD $811 - $886 BRL $210 - $230 CAD ¥1052 - ¥1150 CNY €130 - €142 EUR ₹13721 - ₹14994 INR $2662 - $2908 MXN $263 - $287 NZD £113 - £123 GBP ₴6556 - ₴7164 UAH $151 - $165 USD
 15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420,
Encino, 91436,
California, United States
15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420, Encino, 91436, California, United States
Online

Hi, I'm Lyzette Perez, an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW). I earned my Master's Degree in Social Work Adult Wellness from University of Southern California (USC). My goal is to provide a safe space for my clients to discuss their journey of mental wellbeing with acceptance and openness to all avenues of life.

I have experience working with adolescents, young adults and adults from marginalized communities that include LGBTQIA+, people of color, people of immigration and first generation issues. I specialize in working with anxiety, d ...

Years in Practice
5 years
Free Initial Consultation
Social Worker
(LCSW)
Alexandria
Social Worker
(LCSW)

Hi, I'm Alex Wayne, LCSW. From the start, I’ve been driven by a passion for growing alongside others, building authentic connections, and making care more accessible to those who need it most. After earning my Master’s in Social Work from USC, I spent ten years working in public education as a mental health professional. That experience gave me a strong foundation in advocacy, collaboration, and supporting diverse communities — and it deepened my belief in the importance of meeting people where they are.

Eventually, I transitioned into priva ...

Years in Practice
6 years
Free Initial Consultation
$0 USD
$0 ARS $0 AUD $0 BRL $0 CAD ¥0 CNY €0 EUR ₹0 INR $0 MXN $0 NZD £0 GBP ₴0 UAH $0 USD
 15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420,
Encino, 91436,
California, United States
15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420, Encino, 91436, California, United States
Online

Hi, I'm Alex Wayne, LCSW. From the start, I’ve been driven by a passion for growing alongside others, building authentic connections, and making care more accessible to those who need it most. After earning my Master’s in Social Work from USC, I spent ten years working in public education as a mental health professional. That experience gave me a strong foundation in advocacy, collaboration, and supporting diverse communities — and it deepened my belief in the importance of meeting people where they are.

Eventually, I transitioned into priva ...

Years in Practice
6 years
Free Initial Consultation
Counselor, Drug & Alcohol Counselor and Life Coach
Sean
Counselor, Drug & Alcohol Counselor and Life Coach

Sean Welling, CADC-I

I’m a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor through with over 10 years of experience helping individuals navigate the challenges of addiction, mental health, dual diagnosis, as well as re-entry post-incarceration. Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings—including residential treatment centers, outpatient programs, community re-entry programs, and hospital environments—which has given me a well-rounded perspective on what recovery can look like at every stage.

My approach is roote ...

Years in Practice
10 years
Free Initial Consultation
$40 USD
$57180 ARS $60 AUD $215 BRL $56 CAD ¥279 CNY €34 EUR ₹3635 INR $705 MXN $70 NZD £30 GBP ₴1737 UAH $40 USD
 2307 West 6th Street,
Los Angeles, 90057,
California, United States
2307 West 6th Street, Los Angeles, 90057, California, United States
Online

Sean Welling, CADC-I

I’m a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor through with over 10 years of experience helping individuals navigate the challenges of addiction, mental health, dual diagnosis, as well as re-entry post-incarceration. Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings—including residential treatment centers, outpatient programs, community re-entry programs, and hospital environments—which has given me a well-rounded perspective on what recovery can look like at every stage.

My approach is roote ...

Years in Practice
10 years
Free Initial Consultation
Marriage & Family Therapist
(LMFT)
Lesley
Marriage & Family Therapist
(LMFT)

Hi, I'm Lesley Shapiro, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, with an emphasis in Clinical Counseling, from Touro University, California. Additionally, I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from UCLA and possess two active teaching credentials in California.

With over two years of experience in community mental health and private practice, I have effectively treated a diverse array of issues, including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anger management, sub ...

Years in Practice
1 year
Free Initial Consultation
$151 - $165 USD
$215855 - $235868 ARS $226 - $247 AUD $811 - $886 BRL $210 - $230 CAD ¥1052 - ¥1150 CNY €130 - €142 EUR ₹13721 - ₹14994 INR $2662 - $2908 MXN $263 - $287 NZD £113 - £123 GBP ₴6556 - ₴7164 UAH $151 - $165 USD
 15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420,
Encino, 91436,
California, United States
15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420, Encino, 91436, California, United States
Online

Hi, I'm Lesley Shapiro, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, with an emphasis in Clinical Counseling, from Touro University, California. Additionally, I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from UCLA and possess two active teaching credentials in California.

With over two years of experience in community mental health and private practice, I have effectively treated a diverse array of issues, including depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anger management, sub ...

Years in Practice
1 year
Free Initial Consultation
Psychotherapist and Social Worker
(LCSW)
CRISTINA
Psychotherapist and Social Worker
(LCSW)

Cristina Lugo is a licensed therapist based in Pasadena and Northeast Los Angeles, providing compassionate mental health support to teens and adults. Her work focuses on helping individuals navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, academic stress, and identity-related concerns. Cristina offers a warm, supportive, and culturally responsive space where clients can feel heard and understood. She is dedicated to helping people develop emotional awareness, resilience, and healthier coping skills so they can move thr ...

Years in Practice
2014 years
Free Initial Consultation
$215 USD
$307343 ARS $322 AUD $1154 BRL $299 CAD ¥1498 CNY €185 EUR ₹19537 INR $3790 MXN $374 NZD £161 GBP ₴9335 UAH $215 USD
 16 South Oakland Avenue,
Pasadena, 91101,
California, United States
16 South Oakland Avenue, Pasadena, 91101, California, United States
Online
In-person

Cristina Lugo is a licensed therapist based in Pasadena and Northeast Los Angeles, providing compassionate mental health support to teens and adults. Her work focuses on helping individuals navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, academic stress, and identity-related concerns. Cristina offers a warm, supportive, and culturally responsive space where clients can feel heard and understood. She is dedicated to helping people develop emotional awareness, resilience, and healthier coping skills so they can move thr ...

Years in Practice
2014 years
Free Initial Consultation
Psychologist
(PsyD)
Patricia
Psychologist
(PsyD)

Hi, I’m Patricia Morales, PsyD, and I have been in the mental health field for the last 20 years, working with families, individuals, couples, preteens, and children. I am bilingual and bicultural, fluent in both Spanish and English, which allows me to connect deeply with diverse clients.

I have extensive experience working with youth and children, and I’ve collaborated with several non-profit agencies, focusing on trauma victims through Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT).

My experience encompasses various approaches and ...

Years in Practice
16 years
Free Initial Consultation
$0 USD
$0 ARS $0 AUD $0 BRL $0 CAD ¥0 CNY €0 EUR ₹0 INR $0 MXN $0 NZD £0 GBP ₴0 UAH $0 USD
 15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420,
Encino, 91436,
California, United States
15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420, Encino, 91436, California, United States
Online

Hi, I’m Patricia Morales, PsyD, and I have been in the mental health field for the last 20 years, working with families, individuals, couples, preteens, and children. I am bilingual and bicultural, fluent in both Spanish and English, which allows me to connect deeply with diverse clients.

I have extensive experience working with youth and children, and I’ve collaborated with several non-profit agencies, focusing on trauma victims through Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT).

My experience encompasses various approaches and ...

Years in Practice
16 years
Free Initial Consultation
Social Worker
Kandi
Social Worker

Hi, I'm Kandi Lopez, I know how heavy life feel when you’re carrying anxiety, depression, grief, or the impact of past abuse. As a therapist, I offer a safe and supportive space where you don't have to go through it alone. I work with children, teens, and adults, including those on the autism spectrum to help those process and discover their own strengths. My approach is compassionate, down to earth, and focused on helping you move forward at your pace and create a life worth living.

Years in Practice
1 year
Free Initial Consultation
$151 - $165 USD
$215855 - $235868 ARS $226 - $247 AUD $811 - $886 BRL $210 - $230 CAD ¥1052 - ¥1150 CNY €130 - €142 EUR ₹13721 - ₹14994 INR $2662 - $2908 MXN $263 - $287 NZD £113 - £123 GBP ₴6556 - ₴7164 UAH $151 - $165 USD
 15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420,
Encino, 91436,
California, United States
15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420, Encino, 91436, California, United States
Online

Hi, I'm Kandi Lopez, I know how heavy life feel when you’re carrying anxiety, depression, grief, or the impact of past abuse. As a therapist, I offer a safe and supportive space where you don't have to go through it alone. I work with children, teens, and adults, including those on the autism spectrum to help those process and discover their own strengths. My approach is compassionate, down to earth, and focused on helping you move forward at your pace and create a life worth living.

Years in Practice
1 year
Free Initial Consultation
Marriage & Family Associate
(AMFT)
Keshae
Marriage & Family Associate
(AMFT)

Hi, I'm Keshae Carruthers, drawing upon a foundation built through an earned degree in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy, I am currently pursuing licensure in California. My eight years of service as a military veteran instilled in me a deep understanding of resiliency, grief processing, and the powerful connection between exercise and mental well-being. Leaving my Texas roots after my military tenure, I now apply these invaluable life lessons in my work with clients.

Professionally, I am dedicated to ...

Years in Practice
2 years
Free Initial Consultation
$151 - $165 USD
$215855 - $235868 ARS $226 - $247 AUD $811 - $886 BRL $210 - $230 CAD ¥1052 - ¥1150 CNY €130 - €142 EUR ₹13721 - ₹14994 INR $2662 - $2908 MXN $263 - $287 NZD £113 - £123 GBP ₴6556 - ₴7164 UAH $151 - $165 USD
 15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420,
Encino, 91436,
California, United States
15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420, Encino, 91436, California, United States
Online

Hi, I'm Keshae Carruthers, drawing upon a foundation built through an earned degree in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy, I am currently pursuing licensure in California. My eight years of service as a military veteran instilled in me a deep understanding of resiliency, grief processing, and the powerful connection between exercise and mental well-being. Leaving my Texas roots after my military tenure, I now apply these invaluable life lessons in my work with clients.

Professionally, I am dedicated to ...

Years in Practice
2 years
Free Initial Consultation
Social Worker
Annette
Social Worker

Hi, I’m Annette Casillas, and my goal is to support you on your journey toward mental wellbeing with trust, openness, and a touch of humor. I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to offer support in a way that resonates with you. My hope is for you to feel in control of the process. Mental health therapy can sometimes feel like a mystery, which can discourage people from starting or committing to therapy.

I am an associate clinical social worker with a Masters in Social Welfare from UC Berkeley. I have experience ...

Years in Practice
2 years
Free Initial Consultation
$151 - $165 USD
$215855 - $235868 ARS $226 - $247 AUD $811 - $886 BRL $210 - $230 CAD ¥1052 - ¥1150 CNY €130 - €142 EUR ₹13721 - ₹14994 INR $2662 - $2908 MXN $263 - $287 NZD £113 - £123 GBP ₴6556 - ₴7164 UAH $151 - $165 USD
 15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420,
Encino, 91436,
California, United States
15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420, Encino, 91436, California, United States
Online

Hi, I’m Annette Casillas, and my goal is to support you on your journey toward mental wellbeing with trust, openness, and a touch of humor. I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to offer support in a way that resonates with you. My hope is for you to feel in control of the process. Mental health therapy can sometimes feel like a mystery, which can discourage people from starting or committing to therapy.

I am an associate clinical social worker with a Masters in Social Welfare from UC Berkeley. I have experience ...

Years in Practice
2 years
Free Initial Consultation
Marriage & Family Therapist
(LMFT)
Andrea
Marriage & Family Therapist
(LMFT)

Hi, I’m Andrea Rose Jones, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I hold a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with an emphasis on Art Therapy from Dominican University of California. I am also EMDR trained and passionate about creating space for you to heal and align with your authentic self. My desire is that you feel seen, heard, valued, and supported within the therapeutic relationship and ultimately with your Self.

I have a special interest in working with children who have experienced attachment disruptions, adults wi ...

Years in Practice
2 years
Free Initial Consultation
$151 - $165 USD
$215855 - $235868 ARS $226 - $247 AUD $811 - $886 BRL $210 - $230 CAD ¥1052 - ¥1150 CNY €130 - €142 EUR ₹13721 - ₹14994 INR $2662 - $2908 MXN $263 - $287 NZD £113 - £123 GBP ₴6556 - ₴7164 UAH $151 - $165 USD
 15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420,
Encino, 91436,
California, United States
15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420, Encino, 91436, California, United States
Online

Hi, I’m Andrea Rose Jones, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I hold a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy with an emphasis on Art Therapy from Dominican University of California. I am also EMDR trained and passionate about creating space for you to heal and align with your authentic self. My desire is that you feel seen, heard, valued, and supported within the therapeutic relationship and ultimately with your Self.

I have a special interest in working with children who have experienced attachment disruptions, adults wi ...

Years in Practice
2 years
Free Initial Consultation
Marriage & Family Associate
(LMFT)
Wesley
Marriage & Family Associate
(LMFT)

Hi, I’m Wesley Walters, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I work individually with teens and adults, using an integrative strength-based approach tailored to meet the specific needs of each client.

My interventions draw from various therapeutic models, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness, existential therapy, narrative therapy, internal family systems, and psychodynamic therapy. My primary goal is to collaborate with clients to help them develop a deeper sen ...

Years in Practice
3 years
Free Initial Consultation
$151 - $165 USD
$215855 - $235868 ARS $226 - $247 AUD $811 - $886 BRL $210 - $230 CAD ¥1052 - ¥1150 CNY €130 - €142 EUR ₹13721 - ₹14994 INR $2662 - $2908 MXN $263 - $287 NZD £113 - £123 GBP ₴6556 - ₴7164 UAH $151 - $165 USD
 15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420,
Encino, 91436,
California, United States
15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420, Encino, 91436, California, United States
Online

Hi, I’m Wesley Walters, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I work individually with teens and adults, using an integrative strength-based approach tailored to meet the specific needs of each client.

My interventions draw from various therapeutic models, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness, existential therapy, narrative therapy, internal family systems, and psychodynamic therapy. My primary goal is to collaborate with clients to help them develop a deeper sen ...

Years in Practice
3 years
Free Initial Consultation
Marriage & Family Associate
(MA and MFT)
Yaakov
Marriage & Family Associate
(MA and MFT)

As a holistic psychotherapist that incorporates breath, mindfulness, and self-compassion, I aim to offer my clients a warm space where your unconscious can safely surface and your healing process can unfold. Through IFS, Depth, and psychedelic therapy, we’ll process emotions stuck in your body so you can better hold your own pain, joy, love, sadness, and all the colors in between.

Years in Practice
3 years
Free Initial Consultation
$175 USD
$250163 ARS $262 AUD $940 BRL $244 CAD ¥1220 CNY €151 EUR ₹15902 INR $3085 MXN $304 NZD £131 GBP ₴7598 UAH $175 USD
 8881 West Pico Boulevard,
Los Angeles, 90035,
California, United States
8881 West Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles, 90035, California, United States
Online
In-person

As a holistic psychotherapist that incorporates breath, mindfulness, and self-compassion, I aim to offer my clients a warm space where your unconscious can safely surface and your healing process can unfold. Through IFS, Depth, and psychedelic therapy, we’ll process emotions stuck in your body so you can better hold your own pain, joy, love, sadness, and all the colors in between.

Years in Practice
3 years
Free Initial Consultation
Social Worker
Manaal
Social Worker

Hi, I’m Manaal Sayed, a trilingual (English/Urdu/Hindi) associate therapist specializing in working with teens, young adults, and parents. I earned my master's in social work from USC in 2023, with a specialization in Children, Youth and Families, and my bachelor's from UCLA in Psychobiology in 2021. I am dedicated to supporting individuals and families through life’s most challenging moments, offering a compassionate, safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

I believe that each person has unique strengths t ...

Years in Practice
3 years
Free Initial Consultation
$151 - $165 USD
$215855 - $235868 ARS $226 - $247 AUD $811 - $886 BRL $210 - $230 CAD ¥1052 - ¥1150 CNY €130 - €142 EUR ₹13721 - ₹14994 INR $2662 - $2908 MXN $263 - $287 NZD £113 - £123 GBP ₴6556 - ₴7164 UAH $151 - $165 USD
 15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420,
Encino, 91436,
California, United States
15720 Ventura Boulevard suite 420, Encino, 91436, California, United States
Online

Hi, I’m Manaal Sayed, a trilingual (English/Urdu/Hindi) associate therapist specializing in working with teens, young adults, and parents. I earned my master's in social work from USC in 2023, with a specialization in Children, Youth and Families, and my bachelor's from UCLA in Psychobiology in 2021. I am dedicated to supporting individuals and families through life’s most challenging moments, offering a compassionate, safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

I believe that each person has unique strengths t ...

Years in Practice
3 years
Free Initial Consultation
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If you are considering psychotherapy but do not know where to start, a free initial consultation is the perfect first step. It will allow you to explore your options, ask questions, and feel more confident about taking the first step towards your well-being.

It is a 30-minute, completely free meeting with a Mental Health specialist that does not obligate you to anything.

What are the benefits of a free consultation?

Who is a free consultation suitable for?

Important:

Potential benefits of a free initial consultation

During this first session: potential clients have the chance to learn more about you and your approach before agreeing to work together.

Offering a free consultation will help you build trust with the client. It shows them that you want to give them a chance to make sure you are the right person to help them before they move forward. Additionally, you should also be confident that you can support your clients and that the client has problems that you can help them cope with. Also, you can avoid any ethical difficult situations about charging a client for a session in which you choose not to proceed based on fit.

We've found that people are more likely to proceed with therapy after a free consultation, as it lowers the barrier to starting the process. Many people starting therapy are apprehensive about the unknown, even if they've had sessions before. Our culture associates a "risk-free" mindset with free offers, helping people feel more comfortable during the initial conversation with a specialist.

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