I know how scary it can be when you are facing a problem in your life that you can't solve by yourself. For most of us, reaching out for help is not easy. My approach to therapy centers around the belief that we need CONNECTION in order to heal. This is why most self-help books aren't as effective as they could be. There is a lot of potential good
My life experiences introduced me to a multitude of diverse cultural learning opportunities that are incorporated in the clinical work. I gravitate mostly towards the Psychodynamic, Attachment and Positive psychology theories, tailoring my approach individually in order to enable clients to strive on their positive and creative energy, discover and
I believe that our earliest experiences lay the foundation for our sense of ourselves in relation to others. In my specialty of working with new mothers and their infants, I address the impact of a mother's own attachment experiences on her ideas about herself and motherhood. Dyadic work with mother and infant is valuable especially as I work with
I use a relational and eclectic approach to therapy. My style is engaging and collaborative so that you feel fully supported in your process. I will provide insights and interpretations to best assist you in growing and moving forward. I want all may clients to feel that they have real takeaways from our sessions.
I work with clients trying
If you wish to know yourself more profoundly and cultivate and use your powers wisely, not only to get the most out of life, I might be what you are looking for. If you reached a point in your life where you wish to define yourself actively beyond limiting social conventions, allow me to help you stay the course. What works of literature speak to y
Hello! I'm an associate marriage and family therapist with a variety of experience working in community mental health settings. I'm grateful to have had amazing opportunities to work with a variety of age groups, cultures, and populations. I received my Master of Science in school-based family counseling and marriage and family therapy from
Hi there! I’m an associate professional clinical counselor. I earned my Master of Science in counseling psychology with a specialization in children and adolescence from Azusa Pacific University, and my Bachelor of Arts in psychology from University of Saint Mary. I am grateful to have had a wide variety of experience as a therapist working i
When it comes to accomplishing your goals in therapy, it starts with making sure we are a good fit, and that we can create and maintain a genuine relationship. While I have resources and specialized training, I can only give you my best guess. I value you as the expert in your own life; I consider myself as a fellow-journeyer on the path. If we agr
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
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide psychotherapy primarily to individuals and couples. I have in-depth training in relational therapy, as well as trauma and post-traumatic symptoms. I have worked extensively in GLBTQ communities, and with non-traditional couples and families.
I work with a wide range of clients. I treat ado
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