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Therapists for college students near UCLA

A Safe Space- Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Multiple Locations
Accepting new clients

As a therapist, I pride myself in the confidentiality and the general skills I can offer you like any other therapist. However, what you can expect with my practice goes beyond the standard therapeutic experience. My practice is person-centered and non-judgmental across several subjects, domains, circumstances, and themes. I also pride myself in being multi-dimensional in identity politics; I am Trans-Affirmative, LGBTQ+ Affirmative, Sex-positive, Body positive, Kink-positive, and more. I approa...

Coco Owen
Psychologist
Encino, CA
Accepting new clients

Combining the imagination of a poet with the skills of a psychologist, Dr. Owen (she/her) is an engaged and active listener. She sees the goal of therapy as helping students reduce current distress, resolve symptoms, and enhance their sense of passion and purpose. Dr. Owen uses insight-oriented and existential perspectives to deepen conversations, including informed consideration of family, societal, racial, gender/sexual orientation, and cultural dynamics that may be impacting you. This app...

Eating Disorder Therapy LA
Group practice
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new clients

Are you preoccupied with thoughts about food? Are you stuck in a cycle of dieting, bingeing, purging, or exercising and having trouble figuring out how to stop? Are you ashamed about your eating? Hating your body? You can break the cycle, achieve peace with food and your body, and get your life back. We provide treatment aligned with an anti-diet approach called Health At Every Size (R). We specialize in providing research-proven treatments for eating disorders, anxiety, and depression....

Reyna Diaz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Culver City, CA
Accepting new clients

I have been in practice for over 16 years. I utilize CBT, ACT, Solution Focused and attachment theory. I work well with anxiety, grief and loss, phase of life issues. I also specialize on race and cultural identity, immigration, and first-generational issues. My approach is empathetic, honest and direct. I offer assistance with life transitions, grief, confidence, goal setting and achievement. By viewing your situation through a trauma informed and culturally competent lens, we will build strate...

Cindy Sordo Waring
Marriage & Family Therapist
North Hollywood, CA
Accepting new clients

I became a therapist because I understand that everyone needs and deserves a safe and trusting space to process the human experience, be it the challenges and transitions, concerns and worries, relationships with self and others, or ever-changing emotions and thoughts that can make navigating life difficult, confusing, or overwhelming. I believe that each individual experience is unique, while also understanding that no one should feel alone or that what they feel or need is wrong, abnormal, or ...

Find Your Balance, Center for Growth & Change Inc
Group practice
Encino, CA
Accepting new clients

We are professionally trained in evidenced based practices that will help you maximize your full potential. We will provide you with enthusiastic support, an objective perspective and the insight that you need to feel supported and the best you that you can be. We have over 30 clinicians to choose from...

Therapy with Alli
Marriage & Family Therapist
Encino, CA
Accepting new clients

Hi there! I'm Alli, and I am so happy you are here! I know that starting therapy can feel intimidating—especially if you’re not sure where to begin. My approach is down-to-earth, warm, and collaborative. Therapy isn’t about fixing you (because you’re not broken!); it’s about giving you tools, support, and insight so you can feel more like yourself. If you’re struggling with mental health challenges, substance use, stress, self-doubt, past trauma, or just feeling stuck, you don’t have to go th...

Betel Christy Ruschmeyer
Pre-Licensed Professional
Sherman Oaks, CA
Accepting new clients

I invite you to start where you’re at - what do you notice? This is the beginning of awareness, and change doesn’t happen without it. Sometimes noticing brings up difficult thoughts and feelings. That’s okay. In therapy together, we’ll practice how to pay attention to these responses with curiosity and openness. In the process, your authentic self will have the opportunity to unfold. Maybe we’ll find that there are many different parts within you, each with their own wants and needs. We’ll c...

David Strah
Licensed Professional Counselor
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new clients

Hello! I am here to help you overcome life's challenges and live a happier and more fulfilling life. My style is to work with you collaboratively to identify your goals and empower you to achieve them. I have helped clients decrease and overcome anxiety, depression, substance use, coming out, sexual identity and gender transitioning as well as improving relationships with romantic partners, family members and co-workers. Together, we can look at your life story and rewrite your narrative ...

Reshana Watson
Marriage & Family Therapist
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new clients

Are you looking for a therapist who understands boundaries can be terrifying yet necessary to set & enforce? A therapist who understands change can be horrifying, or maybe a therapist who can find a tv show, movie to better convey pretty much any life occurrence? As a collaborative therapist who works through a social justice & liberation oriented framework, I am passionate about offering culturally and trauma informed therapeutic support for Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), Diff...

Leila Alton, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
Burbank, CA
Accepting new clients

Hello and warm welcome to you! I'm Leila and I believe that people are naturally resilient with the right support. My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in the belief that the therapeutic relationship between the client and therapist is at the heart of the healing process. This is why I work from a Humanistic framework, which is based in the belief that providing unconditional positive regard and empathy to clients cultivates a truly safe environment for them to look deeply within themselves a...

Sarah Musich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new clients

Asking for help is a sign of strength and therapy is one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself. Whether you are going through a life transition, experiencing relationship difficulties, struggling with low self-esteem, overwhelmed with day-to-day life, or just needing a place to talk to someone who will listen, I am here for you. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 11 years of experience who has helped many students just like you deal with the ups and downs of college lif...

Gerardo Salinas
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Multiple Locations
Accepting new clients

My Goal is to provide a space that feels warm, non-judgmental and more importantly helpful. I work with adults, teens, and children who are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief. I believe that navigating these experiences feels better when we get to work through them with someone else. I offer Talk Therapy, Play Therapy, Mindfulness Techniques, Art Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to help resolve conflict, improve communication, and work to resolve trauma....

Erika Morris Therapy
Licensed Psychoanalyst
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new clients

Therapy is a space for you to be fully YOU - and to discover what you can become - in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment. Most people start therapy because they are struggling: overwhelmed by personal stressors, times of adjustment and transition, or past trauma. You don't have to do it alone. I am here to support you with a warm, authentic, human connection. I use my experience and training to help you get closer to where you want to be. As we work through your struggles, you wil...

Robert Markovic
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new clients

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Louisa Lombard
Counselor
Culver City, CA
Accepting new clients

Welcome! I often support young adults and adults who feel stressed and overwhelmed by demands in life, many of whom tend to be at least somewhat perfectionistic. I have specialized training and experience in supporting people with college and career issues, setting and holding boundaries, dating and relationships, managing anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, skin-picking/hair-pulling, depression and postpartum anxiety/depression/OCD and parenting difficulties and existential issues. I often support se...

Alexsa Wicker
Marriage & Family Therapist
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new clients

Adjusting to life changes and managing stress can seem overwhelming at times. If you experience anxiety, depression, other mental health symptoms, or just life changes you're familiar with the desire to find stability and ways to cope. It could be a change in job, or managing stress from work, strain in a relationship with a partner or family members, recent grief and loss, feelings of worthlessness, feeling on edge, or looking for a tune up after life events. I believe therapy offers a space t...

Sharon Benjamin, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
Burbank, CA
Accepting new clients

Whether you're overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in negative thought patterns, or struggling with depression, relationship challenges, or family issues, therapy can help you navigate these difficulties. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It is a step toward growth, healing, and well-being. You do not have to face it alone. College life comes with unique challenges, and therapy provides a safe space to process emotions, develop coping skills, and gain clarity. No matter what you are facing...

Menachem Psychotherapy Group
Group practice
Multiple Locations
Accepting new clients

Hi, I'm Seth Menachem, the Founder of Menachem Psychotherapy Group, and a licensed psychotherapist. At Menachem Psychotherapy Group our goal is to help you understand your history, recognize patterns in your life, resolve your inner conflicts, and live authentically. We are a group of therapists, with an array of clients, many of whom come into our office because of transitional life issues, as well as anxiety, depression, substance use disorders and Career Counseling....

Lara Cochran
Psychologist
Encino, CA
Accepting new clients

As a licensed psychologist with over twenty-five years of professional experience, I work collaboratively with individuals helping them overcome challenges in life which can quickly spiral into depression or anxiety. I am real and direct as a professional, maintaining a calm and helpful stance, offering practical interventions individuals can use in every day life as well as to process the impact of early childhood issues. My areas of specialization are trauma and anxiety disorders, as well as d...

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