Find a therapist licensed in Los Angeles, CA

Finding the right therapist licensed in Los Angeles, CA starts with knowing your options. Grow Therapy connects you with 80 verified therapists in Los Angeles who accept over 125 insurance plans — so you can focus on your mental health instead of navigating costs. Whether you’re looking for cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) or psychodynamic therapy, you can browse providers by specialty, insurance and availability. Every therapist on Grow Therapy is Grow Therapy-verified, accepting new clients and has upcoming availability within the next few days. Filter by what matters most to you — therapy type, schedule, identity preferences or session format — and book online instantly. With in-person and virtual options across LA, you can start therapy on your terms. Grow patients pay an average of ~$21 per session with insurance, making quality care accessible when you need it most.

Availability updated: 10/16/2026

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
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Hi, I’m Marguerite. I earned my Masters in Social Work from the University of Michigan and have over 5 years of experience providing therapy to children, families, and adults. I’m a DBT, Somatic, and Trauma-informed therapist based in Los Angeles. I support individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, identity exploration, and experiencing big emotions and relationship challenges in feeling more grounded, connected, and aligned. My approach is compassionate, affirming, and collaborative. I integrate DBT skills, somatic therapy, mindfulness, and emotional regulation tools to help you reconnect with your body, build self-trust, joy and navigate stress and relationships more effectively. As a bilingual English and Spanish speaking therapist who identifies as Black and Afro-Latina, I honor the ways culture, identity, and life experiences shape emotional well-being. Together, we create a space for meaningful healing, growth, and lasting change.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hello! My name is Julia Garcia-Ixcol, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) and Christian therapist with more than 15 years of experience. I have experience working with various age groups from 0 to 60 years old. My passion is helping people heal from past trauma or unresolved issues, navigate life's challenges, and heal from the past and move toward a healthier future. As a Christian therapist, I provide support to help clients explore crises of faith due to past trauma or other spiritual issues by integrating faith-based principles upon the client's request, which can foster personal and spiritual growth.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion and evidence-based care. I received my Master's Degree at the University of Southern California (USC), and I have been a practicing clinician for 8 years. I focus on treating Depression, various Anxiety disorders, and trauma-related disorders such as PTSD. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can better understand themselves, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting emotional well-being. I believe healing is possible, and I am committed to walking alongside my clients as they work toward meaningful and lasting change.
VirtualAvailable
Solution oriented
Authentic
Direct
Specialties
Eating Disorders
Grief
Trauma and PTSD
I am an LPCC in California and an LPC in Texas. My educational background consists of earning my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a Master's in clinical counseling, and a Master's in Addictions. I am a National Certified Counselor and am a certified addictions counselor. My past clinical experience includes working for a crisis center where the majority of clients experienced issues related to suicide, homicide, domestic violence, and child and elder abuse. These issues impact people of all ages, races, and ethnic groups. I have also worked for a county-based permanent assisted housing development where all of the clients have experienced episodes of homelessness, and have been significantly impacted by issues of trauma, depression, addictions, domestic violence, and child abuse.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Warm
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
+4
Do you feel stuck and overwhelmed? Maybe you're noticing the same things happens again and again in your relationships and you don't know how to change it. I can help! I'm Chelsea, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 10 years of experience helping people make sense of their pasts to create the future they dream of. I am a trained EMDR therapist specializing in treating sexual and family violence. I provide virtual therapy to clients throughout California and I create a welcoming and collaborative space for you to safely explore your pain and to achieve healing.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties
Anger Management
Anxiety
Depression
+10
I am Ryan Ross, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and Texas with over ten years of experience in mental health. Growing up in a military family, I moved frequently and lived in several communities early in life. I started college at Grambling State University in Louisiana and earned a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from California State University, Bakersfield. Working in correctional facilities showed me how trauma, grief, and unaddressed mental health struggles affect individuals and families. That experience inspired me to earn a master’s degree in Social Work so I could support people through their hardest moments. Over the past decade, I have provided care across community mental health settings, correctional facilities, and telemental health platforms. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors.
Available
Direct
Authentic
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+10
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I received my Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC). I work with adolescent and adult clients statewide via telehealth. I have several years of experience with helping clients improve anxiety, depression, and overall stress symptoms that life and life transitions create. I am a therapist who is passionate about helping people heal, grow and discover their strengths.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Empowering
Holistic
Specialties
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
Women's Issues
+7
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with clinical and social services experience - along with years of experience and knowledge of spiritual care (MDiv) - I enjoy partnering in the whole-person healing process. Understanding the person in their environment as well as being enlightened to a their intrinsic qualities, informs the therapeutic process and facilitates an effective healing journey .
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Military/Veterans
+9
Hello, I’m Kim Paylor, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), school counselor, and clinical supervisor with a diverse background in mental health, education, case management, and student support services. Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with children, teens, adults, veterans, families, and young adults across school, community, and clinical settings. My experience includes working as a school counselor, special education resource teacher, therapist in private practice and telehealth settings, and clinical case manager within the HUD-VASH program supporting veterans. Prior to entering the mental health field, I also spent many years working in customer service, payroll, human resources, and university settings, which has given me a strong understanding of life stressors, workplace challenges, relationships, parenting, and major life transitions. I bring warmth, compassion, authenticity, and real-world understanding into the counseling relationship. I specialize in anxiety, emotional wellness, trauma-informed care, self-esteem, stress management, and helping clients develop healthier coping skills, emotional resilience, and greater confidence in themselves and their lives. My strongest area of focus is supporting adolescents, teens, and adults between the ages of 11–45. My therapeutic style is highly person-centered, supportive, and collaborative. While I use evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as CBT, ACT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care, I strive to create a counseling experience that feels approachable, practical, empowering, and genuinely supportive rather than overly clinical or judgmental. I believe therapy works best when clients feel truly heard, valued, and comfortable being themselves. I often incorporate guidance, emotional support, skill-building, and strengths-based strategies to help clients not only process challenges, but also build confidence, self-awareness, resilience, and practical tools they can apply in everyday life. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel supported, empowered, and encouraged as they work toward healing, balance, and meaningful change.
Available
Authentic
Direct
Humorous
Specialties
Anxiety
Self Esteem
Women's Issues
+10
“Sometimes, you have to make a decision that will break your heart but heal your soul.” - Trent Shelton. Sometimes you just can’t. Can’t say no, can’t find motivation, can’t sit through another meeting, can’t stop worrying, can’t wear the mask and pretend to be okay, and/or can’t get out of bed. The list goes on, because at some point or another, we all feel like our struggle is too much to handle. But “trouble don’t last always” and you do not have to face your battles alone. Through a solutions-focused and person-centered approach, my goal is to help you nourish you. I help clients find solutions to issues involving boundaries, self-care, time management, trauma, and stress. Together we can visualize, explore, and define who you are and what you want out of life.
VirtualAvailable
Direct
Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
ADHD
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
+9
If you struggle with anxious attachment, people pleasing, setting boundaries, feeling triggered, anger, anxiety, depression, co-dependence, parenting issues, and ADD/ ADHD, then I want to work with you. These symptoms and attachment style are often related to each other and often related to similar childhood experiences of inconstant or abusive/neglectful caregivers. (ADD and ADHD is not cause by caregivers, however, when it goes undiagnosed in children, there is s strong correlation to symptoms described above)
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties
Anxiety
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
+10
I am Angela Johnson-Cantrelle, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of California and Louisiana. I have over 35 years of experience working with children and adults from 4 years old to geriatrics. I received my Bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Science with a concentration in Children and Family Services from Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, LA and a Master's Degree in Social Work from Southern University at New Orleans in New Orleans, LA. I provide a safe non-judgmental environment for individuals, families and couples with issues such anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance abuse, trauma, emotional dysregulation, military issues for service members and their families, domestic violence, physical, sexual and emotional abuse and anger management. I have worked in a variety of settings with various agencies including DCFS as a foster care and adoption worker, inpatient and outpatient psychiatric hospitals and clinics, education systems and in-home providing mental health services.
Available

Often rebooked

Empowering
Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
+10
I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely heard, supported, and accepted. As a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I provide a warm, collaborative, and inclusive space where clients from diverse backgrounds, identities, and life experiences can explore challenges, gain insight, and develop practical tools for everyday life. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, stress, life transitions, and women's issues. Using an integrative, evidence-based, and trauma-informed approach, I tailor therapy to your unique needs while helping you understand how past experiences may influence your current thoughts, emotions, relationships, and overall well-being. My goal is to help you build resilience, strengthen self-awareness, and create meaningful, lasting change so you can feel more confident, balanced, and empowered in your daily life.
Available

Often rebooked

Warm
Solution oriented
Intelligent
Specialties
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
+10
Hello, I'm Laura Hansen, a licensed psychologist dedicated to helping individuals find healing and growth. I am based in San Diego, California. My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding and collaboration. I see my role as providing you with a supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, life transitions or relationship issues, I'm here to help you develop the tools to further your emotional well-being. A little bit about my background: I have provided mental health treatment, assessments, and consultations for over 25 years, working in a variety of settings including inpatient hospitals, military bases and local community practices. I am thrilled to be able to use this online platform in order to further extend my work with people. My foundation of training is with Cognitive Behavioral Interventions. Over the years I have developed a more eclectic approach and incorporated other modalities as well. I stay current with the latest evidence based treatments, and use my training and experience to tailor intervention methods based on my clients' needs. Many times I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) as my primary treatment method. If you're not sure what this is, I'd be more than happy to talk about it with you when we meet. I have also provided a link below if you would like to look up some information before our first session. I have found this treatment to be powerful and effective, and in many cases to work faster than more traditional talk therapies.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Warm
Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
Coping Skills
+9
Hello, I’m Jennifer Mendoza, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in child, adolescent, and family mental health based in Northern California. Over the past 13 years, I have provided psychotherapy and clinical supervision across a wide range of community and clinical settings. My work has focused on comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children, teens, and families, as well as supporting young professionals and adults navigating life transitions. Much of my professional experience has been rooted in community-based mental health, where I have served as both a therapist and clinical supervisor in child and youth-focused programs. My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, evidence-based, and culturally responsive, integrating person-centered practices that honor each client’s unique strengths and experiences. In addition to my community work, I have also provided therapy in group private practice settings and most recently served as a mental health therapist at LPCH Stanford Child and Adolescent Psychiatry’s Mood Disorders Clinic, where I supported youth and families coping with complex mood and anxiety disorders.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Dissociative Disorders
Foster Care/Adoption
Trauma and PTSD
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Trauma, recovery and post-traumatic resilience are among my areas of focus. I am trained in EMDR, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, exposure therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to provide structured treatment to address extreme stress and PTSD. Before I was a therapist, I worked for many years in art and community organizations, and I tend to be a good fit for artists, activists and unconventional thinkers. I care deeply about the health effects of poverty, inequality and oppression, and I value and promote self-determination and self-actualization. I am a long-time foster/adoptive parent in a biracial family; my work is informed by my lived experience as well as my education.
Available

Often rebooked

Solution oriented
Direct
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Parenting
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As a licensed mental health professional based in California, I specialize in providing compassionate and individualized care for clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and complex family dynamics. Drawing from a rich background for the last 15 years in evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, and family systems approaches, I empower my clients to navigate life's challenges and improve their relationships. My practice is centered around fostering a supportive and understanding environment where clients can explore, grow, and heal. Through a blend of clinical expertise and holistic lifestyle strategies, I guide individuals and families towards lasting change, enhancing their well-being and resilience. The impact of my work is reflected in the renewed hope, strengthened relationships, and positive life transformations experienced by those I serve.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Anger Management
+6
Hello, I'm Natasha, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Fresno, CA. Do you feel like you’re constantly overthinking, putting others first, or avoiding conflict to keep the peace? Anxiety has left you feeling exhausted and disconnected, or past trauma makes it hard to feel safe and grounded. You want to break free from these patterns, set healthy boundaries with confidence, and experience emotional stability. Your goal is to feel calm, confident, and in control of your life, but you’re unsure how to get there. If this sounds familiar, you don’t have to figure it out alone. I specialize in supporting people struggling with anxiety, trauma, and patterns of people-pleasing or overthinking. Using a compassionate, person-centered approach, I help you build healthy coping skills, process difficult experiences, and create healthier relationships with yourself and others. Together, we’ll work to help you find peace and confidence. Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you're already showing strength by exploring your options. You deserve support, healing, and a space where you feel heard. I offer virtual individual therapy for clients in California, providing compassionate care tailored to your needs. If you're ready to take the next step toward healing, I’m here to help. https://www.clarkfamilycounseling.com
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Empowering
Authentic
Warm
Specialties
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
+3
There are many different reasons someone may seek out support from a therapist. Client's working with me often have reasons due to challenges or struggles in navigating perinatal experience, or distress from trauma in their life. Everyone’s struggles or stressors are personal and unique and therapy can be a wonderful way to talk about your distress safely and without judgement. When clients and I work together, we set achievable goals that focus on hopes and desires for wellness and balance. This includes relief from symptoms that have caused burden on your mental wellness. My experience in the behavioral health and wellness field has shaped my understanding and approach to supporting clients with a person-centered method for therapy. I specialize in supporting individuals that have experienced trauma, and client's navigating maternity and postpartum mental health issues. Let me support you in navigating difficult or challenging moments and transitions in your life. Remember that you are not alone, and asking for help is one of the strongest actions you can take.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+7
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I have been practicing since 2011. I have experience in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief. I have been trained in a range of research-based practices including Managing and Adaptive Practice, Depression Treatment Quality Improvement, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Military Focus. My passion is working alongside my clients to provide support and help bring healing in their lives. I take a client-centered approach, utilizing strength-based, solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral techniques to help my clients improve their overall quality of life.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
Domestic Violence
Military/Veterans
Trauma and PTSD
+4
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly eleven years of clinical therapy experience within community mental health, private practice and the hospital setting. I have worked extensively with individuals and families connected to the military, as well as in the general community, to work through problems or through unfinished business. Unfortunately, it is usually from unprocessed trauma. Your body remembers, and it may need help letting it go. I bring both deep expertise and heartfelt commitment to the clients I serve. I am especially passionate about supporting women who are leaving a toxic relationship, veterans experiencing a hard time with that crucial transition from military to civilian life, and children who shouldn't have experienced trauma, but have, and need a little extra support to heal and thrive. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-focused, ensuring that each client feels understood and supported as they work toward meaningful growth and restoration.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Hello, my name is Gladis, and I am here to support you. Do you feel like you're carrying a heavy burden that's weighing you down? Have you ever had a difficult experience that you never shared with anyone, especially during childhood? Maybe it's been a struggle to cope with mental health issues like addiction, depression, or anxiety, and you think it could be linked to something that happened to you when you were younger?. I specialize in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and my expertise is in treating childhood trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Together, we can navigate various forms of trauma, such as grief, loss, divorce, separation, domestic violence, and emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. By working with me, you can gain a deeper understanding of how these experiences have impacted you, both emotionally and physically. This knowledge can help you regain control over your reactions and behaviors and begin the healing process. I hold an M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy and an M.S. in Clinical Psychology from California Lutheran University. Additionally, I am certified in Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Managing and Adapting Practice, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Positive Parenting Programs.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Grief
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
You deserve to feel well and live your most authentic life. I provide tools to help you embrace a deeper understanding of yourself, strengthen your coping mechanisms, improve your mood, and thrive with increased daily functioning, self-efficacy, self-esteem, self-awareness, and authentic self-expression. When life feels overwhelming, our minds can convince us that we are alone in our daily challenges and during our most difficult times. We get used to handling it on our own. I believe there is a better way. Working with a psychotherapist who can deeply connect with where you are on your healing journey can be transformative. Transformation might look like addressing symptoms, resolving a problem, or seeking something more. By guiding you to deeper insights and clearer understandings, together, we are better able to confront the barriers that may be holding you back from the life you want to live.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Solution oriented
Specialties
Grief
Life Transitions
Women's Issues
+10
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I believe a listening ear and a non-judgmental approach goes a long way in helping individuals find their way back to their best selves. I work with young adults, couples (in-person only) and individuals who are facing life transitions and relationship conflict to move through their current stress into more helpful functioning. I have experience working with those who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues. Working from a humanistic perspective I strive to provide a safe and inclusive space for exploring any difficulties you may be facing within yourself or your relationships.
VirtualOffers in-person in Auburn, CA - Accepting clients in CAAvailable
Specialties
Anxiety
Childhood / Intergenerational Trauma
Depression
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of trauma, depression, and anxiety. My approach is compassionate, client-centered, and grounded in evidence-based practices that help individuals understand their experiences, build resilience, and create meaningful change. I work with adults who may be struggling with the effects of traumatic experiences, overwhelming stress, persistent sadness, anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, and difficulties with self-esteem. I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions, develop effective coping strategies, and work toward healing and personal growth. My therapeutic style integrates trauma-informed care with practical tools that empower clients to regain a sense of control, strengthen emotional well-being, and improve their quality of life. I believe that healing is possible and that each person possesses unique strengths that can be leveraged to overcome challenges and achieve lasting transformation. My goal is to help clients move beyond survival, develop healthier patterns of thinking and relating, and build fulfilling, balanced lives marked by greater confidence, connection, and emotional wellness. Areas of Specialty: Trauma and PTSD Depression Anxiety and stress management Life transitions and adjustment issues Self-esteem and personal growth Relationship and interpersonal challenges Emotional regulation and resilience building
Available

Often rebooked

Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+8
I specialize in trauma, depression and anxiety. I have worked in many therapeutic settings, with individuals experiencing moderate to severe symptoms of trauma, PTSD, depression and anxiety. I enjoy working with individuals that are motivated to engage in deep self-reflection, seeking understanding of past experiences and their impact on current struggles and committed to healing and growth, showing a readiness to work through difficult emotions and patterns in order to create lasting change.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
LGBTQ
Spirituality
Trauma and PTSD
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I am a husband, father, and twin brother (I have and identical twin sister). I am also a reiki master and hypnotherapist. When I am not conducting psychotherapy (talk therapy), I enjoy conducting past life regressions to help people resolve past life trauma. I also use hypnotherapy to heal trauma. Hypnotherapy is not covered by most insurances and may result in cash pay. I enjoy helping people identify their wants and needs so they can then identify their goals and dreams. I believe we all have had experiences that have stifled our self-confidence which then causes us to doubt our ability. I enjoy helping people discover that part of themselves that is hidden as a result. I believe the world is a collective of people. We need to take care of ourselves, each other, and the animals we share this planet with. I DO NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPT COUPLES FOR MARRIAGE COUNSELING.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Intelligent
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hi there, I'm Jaenai. You made the right decision to seek someone to talk to, as we all deserve a neutral space to share our thoughts and feelings without judgment and to be accepted for who we are. Are you currently struggling to understand your emotions, behaviors, relationships, work or school life, or health? Is it difficult to practice kindness toward yourself and others? I help with managing trauma, depression, and anxiety. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance. We'll use a whole self, client-centered approach, addressing the needs of your mind and body. I also integrate mindfulness to help you develop a stronger relationship with yourself and others. Whether you're dealing with overwhelm, relationship issues or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help. Seeking therapy at all can feel intimidating, but you're making the right decision. You deserve a safe space to talk to find yourself to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and we will use evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the hangups and habits holding you back. Schedule your first appointment today. I also speak Spanish. Unfortunately, I am not accepting couples for couples therapy at this time.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Empowering
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Peer Relationships
Women's Issues
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Hello, I am Stephanie Moreno-Carvajal and I have 11 years of experience providing therapy for adults and adolescents from various multicultural backgrounds with a trauma-informed approach. I specialize in working with women from various ethnic backgrounds, particularly first-generation children of immigrant parents. I provide a warm and friendly environment open to discuss the treatment style that you would like as well as therapy goals. Sliding Scale fees are available. LGBTQIA+ Friendly/ Sex Positive/ Body Positive.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Solution oriented
Direct
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
+10
Hi! My name is Mila. I'm a Licensed Therapist and a Licensed Advanced Addiction Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the field. I completed my studies in Addiction Treatment in 2014, followed by graduate studies in Psychotherapy. My experience includes working with individuals and families to overcome mental health struggles, addictions, trauma-related disorders, and relational issues. My practice is grounded in integrated, experiential, and evidence-based interventions. I utilize an integrated approach of somatic, trauma-informed, and cognitive methods. By addressing the underlying causes of your pain and using effective strategies for healing, you will be empowered to step beyond your current limitations. My education and professional expertise rests on a backbone of a personal journey of healing. I deeply understand the challenges on the road to recovery and can help you navigate them. I approach therapy from a holistic model, with an emphasis on all aspects of your wellbeing. Together, we'll explore the root causes of your difficulties and develop personalized strategies for lasting change.
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Suicidal Ideation
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I am an English and Spanish speaking Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Registered Art Therapist with experience supporting children and families in community mental health, developing parenting skills, and providing trauma-informed care. As your therapist, I’ll create a safe, supportive space to explore your past, understand your present, and move toward the future you envision, while gently challenging you . My goal is to provide a space where you feel validated, supported, and able to focus on what you need in the moment.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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You’re someone others rely on. You handle what needs to get done, maintain high standards, and rarely let things slip. From the outside, it works. Internally, it can feel like a constant undercurrent of pressure—overthinking, tension, or a sense that you’re always “on.” Many of the patterns that keep you functioning at a high level were shaped by earlier experiences that required you to adapt quickly, stay aware, or carry more than you should have alone. Those patterns don’t just disappear—they evolve into the way you think, respond, and move through your life today. My work is designed for high-functioning adults who are ready for a different internal experience. Together, we look beneath the surface at what’s driving these patterns and begin to shift them—so you can feel more grounded, clear, and aligned with who you actually are, not just who you’ve had to be. This isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about experiencing your life with less pressure, more intention, and a stronger connection to your authentic self. When you’re ready to move beyond just managing and start feeling more like yourself, I’m here to help.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Solution oriented
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
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Hello! I’m Yasaman Sharifi, Licensed Family and Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), a dedicated mental health professional with a passion for helping individuals navigate their challenges through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). With a focus on fostering self-awareness and resilience, I work collaboratively with clients to identify and reshape negative thought patterns, develop effective coping strategies, and achieve their personal therapy goals. I address the roots and underlining issues to assist individual with faster recovery with the current problems. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, I am here to provide a supportive and empowering environment for your growth and healing. Let’s embark on this journey together!
Available
Authentic
Warm
Intelligent
Specialties
Child or Adolescent
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD
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Hi! I'm Dr. Chelsea Acker, a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise working with children and adolescents. I'm experienced with a range of concerns, but I have specialized training in treating trauma, suicidality, and early psychosis. In 2019, I graduated from the PAU-Stanford PsyD Consortium, where I trained at the Stanford School of Medicine's psychiatry department and Lucile Packard Children's Hospital's program at a local high school. I attended internship (our version of residency, more or less) at the UC Davis Medical Center, where I received world-class training in the treatment of childhood trauma and early psychosis, both separately and together. I then completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the Chicago Child Trauma Center, where I continued to build my expertise in the treatment of childhood trauma. After that, I worked at Kaiser Permanente, Oakland, for two and a half years, where I specialized in working with children and adolescents with complex, persistent symptom presentations, who had often been hospitalized multiple times for safety concerns and struggled to make progress with previous therapists.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
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Hi there, I’m a licensed clinical social worker #87620 located in Texas. I am licensed in California and Texas. My passion is to work with clients to heal trauma wounds, improve the caregiver and child bond as well as Perinatal Mood Disorders. Thank you for taking the time to get to know me and my services. I’ve had the pleasure of developing my career with various non-profit organizations in Southern California. Through these experiences I was trained in multiple modalities including trauma focused interventions (TF-CBT) and parenting (PCIT). It’s truly a privilege and beautiful experience to see families work together to strengthen their bond. || Español: Hola! Soy una trabajadora social con una licencia clínica #87620 trabajando en California y Texas. Mi pasión es trabajar con personas para ayudarles a mejorar sus vidas y curar heridas mentales causadas por traumá, mejorar relaciones entre padres y niños, y trastornos del estado de ánimo durante el período perinatal. Gracias por tomar el tiempo para conocermé y a mis servicios. Soy orgullosa de ser salvadoreña y la primera de mi familia que se ha graduado de la universidad. .He tenido el placer de crecer mi carrera con varias organizaciones en el sur de California. A través de estas experiencias, fui entrenada en varias terapias, como las intervenciones centradas en el trauma (TF-CBT) y Terapia de Interacción Entre Padre y Hijo (PCIT). Es un privilegio y una hermosa experiencia ver a las familias trabajar juntas para mejorar sus vidas.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
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I am a licensed professional in California with extensive experience in the mental health industry. With 7 years of dedicated work and an additional 11 years of complementary experience, I have worked in various settings including the criminal justice system, high-acuity psychiatric units, applied behavioral analysis, geriatrics, substance abuse facilities, and PHP/IOP/RTC levels of care. Thank you for considering me as your therapist.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Peer Relationships
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Hello! My name is Brooke and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I am a strengths-based, client centered, and solutions focused therapist. I strive to create an environment that you feel supported, safe, and free of judgment. I work with individuals and couples of all ages who are experiencing anxiety, depression, peer/interpersonal relationship conflicts, bullying, life transitions, low self-esteem, burnout, insomnia, anger, panic attacks, and stress management. My approach is to integrate evidence-based practice and theory while honoring your individual needs and meeting you where you are at. My goal is to provide you with the tools to enhance your quality of life and feel more confident with navigating life's presenting challenges. My promise as a therapist is to be with you every step of the way. I look forward to meeting you!
VirtualAvailable

New to Grow

Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+10
My name is Marie Patterson and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 10 years of experience helping people navigate trauma, grief, depression, and anxiety. I have extensive experience as a social worker and in the education system supporting children, adolescence, and young adults although this means that I have spent a lot of time supporting adults, parents, and caregivers as well. I use an integrative, person-centered approach while my clinical work draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral (TF-CBT) therapy, Solution-Focused, mindfulness, play therapy, and creative expression. I view therapy as a collaborative process where we can work together to explore difficult emotions, develop self-awareness, and build tools for communication and self-empowerment. On a personal note, I am a mother of two young children navigating the joys and challenges of parenthood. I enjoy spending as much time as I can outside, hiking, doing yoga, working out, reading and baking.
Available
Warm
Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
+10
Hello and welcome! I am a doctor of Psychology, a licensed marriage and family therapist and a licensed professional clinical counselor. I am located in California and have 14 years of experience in helping individuals navigate their emotional challenges through various evidence-based treatment methods. My goal is to empower you to understand yourself better, heal from past traumas, and improve your relationships, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Authentic
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+3
Hi! My name is Yomaira Suazo and I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist in California. I identify as a Latina and am bilingual. My experiences include young adults and adults. My main focus is proving a client-centered approach along with other approaches that help to create a non-judgment space for clients to feel safe and unpack, learn, and begin the healing process.
VirtualOffers in-person in Fresno, CA - Accepting clients in CAAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Grief
Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
+9
Hello! My name is Mica and I am a therapist specializing in body-based trauma healing. Trauma and grief will touch all of us at some point in our lives. However, each person is impacted in a different way. If you are finding it hard to cope with life’s overwhelming experiences, you are not alone and I can help in your journey toward healing.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Empowering
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
I am Diana Rivera, a first generation Latina Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I earned my Masters Degree in 2012 from the University of Southern California (USC). I have worked with a wide range of clients over the past 12 years, ranging from infants to adults. My goal in treatment is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for my client to grow and heal at their own pace.
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Authentic
Empowering
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
+10
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and private practice therapist with over 13 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based care. As an African American therapist, I am passionate about helping clients heal from trauma, navigate life transitions, build healthier relationships, and achieve meaningful personal growth. I am known for being empathetic, encouraging, authentic, and committed to creating a safe space where clients feel heard and supported.
Offers in-person in Lancaster, CA - Accepting clients in CAAvailable
Solution oriented
Open-minded
Authentic
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression
+5
Hi, I'm Ulysees, or simply "UC"! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in CA, and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in TX. I am currently based in TX, and work with all clients via telehealth. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma to name a few. I tend to be solution focused and will utilize a combination of approaches to work with you while trying to resolve various situations. Life experiences and my desire to help others is a primary factor behind becoming a therapist. I am registered with the CA Board of Behavioral Science (CA BBS) and Texas Behavioral Health Executive Counsel (TBHEC).
VirtualAvailable

Often rebooked

Authentic
Empowering
Solution oriented
Specialties
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
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In recognizing the challenges and complexities of today's changing world and at the many roles we are called upon to fulfill, I know the importance of being able to give my clients a safe place to talk. I help my clients explore and uncover issues that have contributed to feelings of depression and anxiety and work to bring joy back into their lives. Although many individuals don't identify trauma in their history, in over 25 years of practice I have found being attuned to my clients past experiences helpful in improving the present. In addition to treating anxiety and depression, I am trained in trauma treatments both CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy) and TFCBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Therapy). I also utilize a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach that allows for identifying and challenging unhelpful thoughts, beliefs, and patterns of behavior that often keep us stuck. The path to recognizing and challenging our thoughts and beliefs can help change our perspective and allow for experiencing ourselves and relationships in a more satisfying way.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Family Conflict
Spirituality
Trauma and PTSD
+9
As your therapist, I strive to facilitate a connection with you built on trust, safety, and honesty. I utilize empathy and compassion to help my client reach their goals and support them. I have been a therapist for 5 years, working with people of all ages. I utilize all forms of therapy including individual and couples therapy to help you meet your needs as best as possible.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Specialties
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
+10
If you’re feeling anxious, down, stuck in old patterns, or overwhelmed by racing thoughts, you’re not alone—and things can get better. Therapy can help you feel calmer, clearer, and more like yourself again. I’m a California-based LCSW supporting teens and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma responses, ADHD, OCD, and relationship challenges. My approach is warm, encouraging, and structured. We’ll identify what’s getting in the way, build a plan that fits you, and practice practical tools you can start using right away. We’ll also track your progress so you can see real momentum. You deserve support that feels steady, hopeful, and useful. When you’re ready, I’m here to help.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Intelligent
Direct
Specialties
Anxiety
Personality Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Brannon La Force, a Mobile, Alabama native, is a mental health professional with 35 years in the field. He holds licenses in Alabama, California, Florida, Kansas, Oregon, Virginia, and Texas as professional counselor. He completed a BA in History from Asbury University, and a MS in Counseling from the University of South Alabama. He is a PhD doctoral candidate in Clinical Psychology with Walden University. He is the Owner and Senior Clinician with Brannon La Force, LPC-S & Associates, PLLC and currently lives and works abroad as a digital nomad. Mr. La Force is also an Adjunct Professor at Southern New Hampshire University where he teaches forensic psychology. In addition to owning a private practice, he has worked in community mental health, a forensic hospital, hospital emergency rooms, and inpatient psychiatric units. While the bulk of his work has been in the US, Mr. La Force has also written behavior plans for intellectually disadvantaged adults in Australia, treated genocide survivors in Rwanda, and supported sailors in the US Navy with their mental health needs on the island kingdom of Bahrain. His areas of expertise include trauma, relationships, and borderline personality disorder. He is an avid proponent of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and runs a DBT group. He also supervises associate counselors in Texas and Kansas and precepts psychiatric nurse practitioners nationwide for their psychotherapy rotation. Mr. La Force has three adult children, two of which are also counselors. He is an avid Crimson Tide fan, loves seafood and provides support to Village Health Team in western Uganda.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Specialties
Anxiety
Perinatal Mental Health
Women's Issues
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I'm Lily, a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed therapist supporting mothers, parents and families through pregnancy, postpartum, and the identity shifts that come with both. My practice is fully telehealth, which means you can meet with me from wherever feels safest and most comfortable, your couch, your car during a nap window, wherever works. I just care about you showing up as you are. As a parent, human, 1st generation Latina, and someone who has lived through depression, postpartum struggles, and loss, I'm drawn to supporting others through situations that can be difficult to even put into words. My work is personal. Instead of seeing clients as a number, I hold space for the parts of life that are hard to process, heal, or acknowledge. My hope is to be part of a journey that doesn't just empower my clients, but also gives them tools and skills they can carry forward to navigate this journey we call life.
Available

New to Grow

Specialties
Anxiety
Childhood / Intergenerational Trauma
Depression
+10
Hello I work with individuals from the ages of 0-65 years of age. I am certified in TF-CBT (trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy), CPP (child parent psychotherapy), seeking safety and work with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder and PTSD. I have experience working with individuals from the LGBTQ+ community, different cultural backgrounds, different religions (catholic, Christian, presbyterian and protestant) and have worked with different genders including gender nonconforming individuals and transgender people. I practice CBT, motivational interviewing and talk therapy. I am here to listen, process and eventually reframe/challenge the thoughts that cause you distress. I am certified in TF-CBT (trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy), CPP (child parent psychotherapy) and seeking safety. I am here to help you learn to cope with your symptoms and behaviors. Let us talk!
Available

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Types of therapy available in Los Angeles

Los Angeles therapists on Grow Therapy offer a wide range of evidence-based approaches to fit your needs. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps you identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and is one of the most widely researched treatments for anxiety and depression (APA, 2017). Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) builds skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance and mindfulness — it’s especially effective for people navigating intense emotions or relationship challenges. EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) uses guided eye movements to help you process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact (NIMH, 2024). Psychodynamic therapy explores how past experiences shape current behavior and can lead to lasting change over time. For relationship concerns, couples therapy and emotionally focused therapy (EFT) help partners build stronger communication and connection. You can filter LA therapists by modality to find the approach that fits you best.

How to find the right therapist in Los Angeles

Finding a therapist shouldn’t be the hard part. Here’s how to get started:

  1. Identify what you need. Think about the concerns you want to address — anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions or something else. Knowing your goals helps you narrow your search.
  2. Check your insurance. Enter your insurance plan on Grow Therapy to see which Los Angeles therapists are in-network. This saves time and helps you understand your coverage upfront.
  3. Browse and filter providers. Use filters for specialty, availability, session format (in-person or virtual), language and therapist identity to find someone who feels like the right fit.
  4. Book your first session. Once you find a therapist you connect with, book online instantly. Most Grow Therapy providers in LA have availability within days — not weeks.

Not sure where to begin? Our guide on how to find a therapist walks you through the process step by step.

Therapy costs in Los Angeles

Therapy in Los Angeles can vary widely in cost depending on your insurance and the type of session you choose. According to SAMHSA, cost is among the most frequently reported barriers to mental health treatment. Without insurance, therapy sessions can be costly — often $150 or more per session. With insurance through Grow Therapy, you can pay as little as ~$21 per session — making consistent, quality care much more affordable.

If you don’t have insurance, many LA therapists on Grow Therapy offer sliding scale options. You can also explore our breakdown of therapy costs to understand what to expect and how to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses. Investing in your mental health is worth it, and cost shouldn’t stand in the way.

Insurance coverage for therapy in Los Angeles

Grow Therapy accepts over 125 insurance plans, making it easier for you to let insurance pay for your therapy. Commonly accepted plans in Los Angeles include:

  • Aetna
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Medi-Cal (depending on provider and plan)

To check your coverage, enter your insurance details on Grow Therapy and instantly see which therapists are in-network. You can also read about insurance coverage for therapy or explore our guide to the best insurance plans for mental health to make the most of your benefits.

Mental health in Los Angeles

Los Angeles is home to nearly 4 million people, and the demand for mental health care continues to grow. According to NIMH, approximately 59.3 million U.S. adults — about 1 in 5 — live with a mental health condition. Yet according to SAMHSA, more than half of adults with a mental illness did not receive treatment in the past year. In a city defined by its pace, diversity and unique stressors — from long commutes to high cost of living — accessible therapy in LA matters more than ever.

Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, navigating a major life change or looking for support after a difficult experience, therapy can make a real difference. With 80 Grow Therapy-verified therapists across Los Angeles offering both in-person and virtual sessions, quality mental health care is within reach. You deserve support that fits your life — and finding it should be simple.

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Frequently asked questions

According to SAMHSA, cost is among the most frequently reported barriers to mental health treatment. Without insurance, therapy sessions in Los Angeles can cost $150 or more per session. With insurance through Grow Therapy, many pay as little as ~$21 per session on average.

Yes. Grow Therapy accepts over 125 insurance plans including Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and Anthem Blue Cross. You can enter your insurance details to get a therapy cost estimate on Grow Therapy to see what your estimated cost of therapy might be.

On Grow Therapy, every listed therapist is verified, accepting new clients and has upcoming availability. You can filter by specialty, insurance, session format and therapist identity to find the right fit. Most providers have openings within the next few days.

Los Angeles therapists on Grow Therapy offer a range of evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), EMDR, psychodynamic therapy, couples therapy and emotionally focused therapy (EFT). You can filter providers by modality to match your needs.

Yes. Many Grow Therapy therapists in Los Angeles offer virtual sessions so you can connect from home or wherever you feel most comfortable. California-licensed therapists can see clients anywhere in the state through telehealth. You can filter for virtual availability when browsing providers.

With Grow Therapy, you can typically schedule an appointment within two days. Every therapist listed above has upcoming availability, and you can book online instantly — no phone calls or waitlists required.