As the director of Guide Therapy Services, my mission is to tailor an individualized environment where you can cultivate well-being, re-align with your intuition, and use a healthy self-understanding to further your advancement of effectively moving towards your needs and goals. In practice, I incorporate current evidenced-based research on the con
Are you ready to break free from old patterns, heal emotional wounds, and create lasting change in your life? As a dedicated therapist, I bring a unique blend of empathy, insight, and evidence-based strategies to help clients move from struggle to strength.
With over twenty years of experience supporting individuals through challenges such as an
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
Life can be extremely challenging. Seeking help from a therapist can help you find the right coping skills, develop insight, and make productive changes to create a happier, more fulfilling life. I work primarily with clients struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship distress. I also understand immigrant and mu
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 a connected flow with your partner but rather you are constantly at odds leaving you feeling lonely and isolated. Cultivating deeper relat
Hi and wow! It takes courage to look for and reach for support. See if any of these apply to you- You feel like you're circling the same toilet bowl of situations, relationships, feelings. You want relief from the stress, anxiety, depression and pain you feel too much and too often. You are willing (with a little healthy fear) to invest your en
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 i
It's completely normal to have concerns about your sexuality, even if they might feel uncommon. In this country, discussions about sexuality can still be seen as sensitive, and this is true even in cities like Los Angeles, where diverse expressions of identity can sometimes face stigma. Remember, it's essential to find confidence and comfor
Life stories are sometimes saturated in trauma, my hope is to help find positive narratives that assist peoples healing through their resilience. My dedication to 'lived in experiences' bridges new beginnings through a journey of strengths. My practice is a general practice for all individuals, couples and families.
Through post-modern m
I am not what happened to me; I am what I choose to become. -Carl Jung
Life’s journey is filled with twists and turns, and therapy can be your ally – offering a transformative experience for your well-being. Whether you’re navigating the intricate dynamics of a relationship, experiencing parenting challenges, or feeling overwhe
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