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In my practice as a therapist I use the research on what works to help my clients get the outcomes they want: better relationships, managed anxiety, less depression, and more control over life. I pursued a few paths in life before my career in mental health. I studied Modern Literature at the University of California, Santa Cruz. I worked for years
I value and enjoy working collaboratively to help you identify and overcome obstacles to inner calm, peace, and happiness. My approach is integrative and customized to address each individual client’s life circumstances, needs, and wishes. Client-centered, our work together can embrace advanced evidenced-based treatments, as well as explore h
"Why can't I get it together"? "It feels like all that I have gone through in my life has made me fearful, frightened, stuck! I need help."
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CLIENT REVIEWS AND TESTIMONIALS FOR COUPLES THERAPIST Laressa Desmond PhD, LMFT
Welcome! 32 years experience helping Couples in the LA area. My goal is to help you enhance & improve your relationship so that you can leave therapy & live your life. I provide Couples Therapy and Marriage Counseling as well as PreMarital Counseling. As a Relationsh
As research indicates that the most important factor in psychotherapy may be the alliance between client and therapist, it makes sense why any individual, couple, or family would reflect heavily on this aspect of their search.
Whether short-term or longer-term goals, the results include improved insight, increased awareness, better behavior patt
Life can feel overwhelming. Maybe you're struggling with stress, juggling others' expectations, navigating a major life adjustment, experiencing anxiety, or dealing with self-doubt and low self-esteem. If you'd like to understand what's getting in the way and create a path forward that truly reflects who you are, you're in the r
Relationships can be a source of love, or can cause pain, longing, and consume your time and attention. You may be unsure about staying, have repeated conflicts, or feel you're not getting the love or respect you want. You may not know the cause of your problem, anxiety, or depression, or wonder where your passion went. Perhaps you don't have the f
Do you ever feel like you are doing everything right, but something still feels off? You are successful, self-aware, and highly capable, but beneath the surface, you may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you.
I work with high-functioning professionals who are ready for more than just coping. If you are lo
As a therapist, I meet clients where they are emotionally to create a therapeutic bond and assist clients on their journey to inner and outer happiness. Counseling can be an amazing journey within a great therapeutic relationship if clients are willing to do meaningful work. My approach is eclectic, as I draw on a variety of theoretical orientation
Imagine if you could see one professional to take care of all your emotional needs? Think of the time you could save if you didn't have to make separate visits to a psychotherapist and a psychopharmacologist? Ivy League educated, and well schooled in both psychotherapy and medication management, I know the advantages of a blended approach, and
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