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Karen Kenney

Karen Kenney

Encino, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, PHD
Dr. Karen Kenney is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist who brings warmth and compassion to her work with individuals, couples, and families. With her extensive experience in addressing grief, trauma, and relationship issues, she helps clients navigate through challenging emotions and experiences. Utilizing versatile therapy modalities, including attachment-based therapy, Adlerian techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic approaches, and interpersonal therapy, Dr. Kenney creates a safe and nurturing environment for exploration and healing. Her deep understanding of the complexities of human relationships allows her to support a diverse clientele, including preteens, adults, and elders. Through her genuine commitment to each client's journey, she fosters growth, resilience, and meaningful connections.
Specialties
Grief PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Paula Miley

Paula Miley

Encino, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Paula Miley is a dedicated marriage and family therapist with a master's degree and over 20 years of experience in crisis response. In a complex multicultural world, she understands the intricate intersection between individual identity and the systemic oppression faced by women and people of color. As a mixed-race, lesbian therapist, Paula recognizes the challenges that may hinder individuals from seeking therapy and healing from both small and complex trauma. Her empathetic approach encourages clients to explore the impact of trauma on the body and the false narratives often adopted as coping mechanisms. Together, they work towards managing persistent issues such as stress, anxiety, PTSD, depression, low self-esteem, codependency, grief, and loss. Paula is an EMDR practitioner, trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness instructor, and community resiliency trainer. In her practice, somatic techniques are essential for retraining the brain and nervous system. She believes that everyone deserves to be seen and validated, and her ultimate hope is for her clients to discover their unique path to becoming their own greatest healers throughout their therapeutic journey.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma
Tanya Moradians

Tanya Moradians

Encino, CA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PHD
Dr. Tanya Moradians is a compassionate and seasoned therapist who specializes in navigating the complexities of relationships and the transitions of later life. With over 30 years of experience in private practice, she provides a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can share their thoughts and feelings, lightening their emotional burdens while guiding them towards resolution. Dr. Moradians focuses on women's issues, relationship challenges, and significant life transitions, utilizing various therapeutic approaches including Internal Family Systems, transpersonal therapy, and relational methods. Her extensive professional background includes over 15 years at UCLA's Adult and Geriatric Departments and over a decade with the LA County Department of Mental Health. Currently, she contributes to the UCLA Department of Psychiatry as a faculty member. Dr. Moradians is dedicated to helping her clients achieve satisfaction and fulfillment in their lives, fostering better relationships, and enhancing both personal and professional well-being. She welcomes the opportunity to be a part of each client's journey towards positive change.
Specialties
50+ Relationship Stress
Stacey Osder

Stacey Osder

Encino, CA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Stacey Osder is a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, holding an LCSW credential. With a degree from USC, graduating in 1998, she has cultivated a wealth of knowledge and experience over the years. Stacey specializes in addressing issues such as anxiety, spirituality, and relationship challenges, with a deep commitment to supporting individuals facing a variety of life circumstances, including those affected by HIV/AIDS, chronic pain, and domestic violence. Her eclectic approach to therapy allows her to adapt to the unique needs of her clients, whether they be teens, adults, or elders. Stacey offers her services through individual, couples, and family modalities, always with the intent to foster healing and growth in a supportive environment.
Specialties
Anxiety Chronic Pain Domestic Violence Grief Relationship Stress Spirituality
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Rebecca Pasternak

Rebecca Pasternak

Encino, CA
Licensed Educational Psychologist, EDM
Rebecca Pasternak is a dedicated Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP) whose expertise spans a wide range of age groups, including toddlers, children, teens, and adults. With a strong commitment to supporting students from preschool through college, she provides individual counseling to equip them with essential tools and coping skills for success. Rebecca also conducts thorough psycho-educational assessments designed to uncover barriers to academic achievement and social-emotional well-being. Her proficiency encompasses the identification of various learning, behavioral, and mental health disorders, such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disorders, and Intellectual Disabilities. Additionally, she offers Gifted testing services. Passionate about mindfulness, Rebecca conducts workshops and presentations for parents, educators, and school groups, fostering a collaborative approach to student success. She earned her BA in Psychology & Communication Studies from the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), followed by a Masters of Education in School Psychology (Ed.M.) from Teachers College, Columbia University in New York City. Prior to establishing her private practice, Rebecca gained valuable experience working as a school psychologist in the public school system.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Mindfulness Parenting Student Life
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Ifat Peled

Ifat Peled

Encino, CA
Psychologist, PHD
Ifat Peled, PhD, is a compassionate psychologist who recognizes the unsettling realities of our times, evoking profound reactions on personal, social, and unconscious levels. She understands that these unique circumstances often require challenging shifts and changes. By encouraging deep reflection on both inner and outer experiences, Ifat promotes healing adaptation and adjustment. Her therapeutic work invites clients to engage in their healing journeys, fostering new states of consciousness that lead to transformative change and growth. Through exploring dreams, symbols, and images, she helps individuals awaken the creative and wise parts of their psyche, opening up new possibilities and uncovering undiscovered dimensions of the Self. In her practice, Ifat creates a safe space for clients to heal old wounds while constructively addressing current life challenges. With a strong commitment to being of service to the psyche, Ifat warmly welcomes individuals, couples, and families to embark on an important and transformative journey together.
Marilyn Rand

Marilyn Rand

Encino, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, PHD
Dr. Marilyn Rand, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with a PhD and LMFT credentials, is passionate about helping individuals explore their lives from various perspectives. Clients come to her for support with issues ranging from surface-level concerns to deeper trauma and anxiety. Through her compassionate approach, she provides emotional support, validation, and fresh viewpoints to facilitate growth. Dr. Rand's intention is to guide individuals towards enriching their lives and understanding their life choices in a transformative way. With extensive training in diverse therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma Focused therapy, she paves a fresh path forward, allowing clients to move beyond past difficulties and embrace a fulfilling future. Dr. Rand looks forward to welcoming each client on their unique journey in therapy.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression PTSD/Trauma
Elaine Rosenson

Elaine Rosenson

Encino, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Elaine Rosenson is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (MA, LMFT) who specializes in guiding individuals, couples, and families through the profound challenges of depression, anxiety, grief, and relationship issues. With a compassionate approach, Elaine creates a safe and supportive atmosphere that allows clients to explore their emotional landscape and resolve the underlying issues causing their pain. Utilizing a blend of traditional therapeutic methods alongside Voice Dialogue, EMDR, and mind/body techniques, she empowers clients to uncover their true selves and fosters experiences of self-discovery and self-compassion. Couples are encouraged to identify patterns that lead to misunderstandings, paving the way toward deeper intimacy and a loving relationship while honoring each partner's individuality. Elaine views her work as a sacred practice, engaging with clients mindfulness and presence to explore the visible and invisible forces that influence their lives. Her expertise includes navigating various issues such as addiction, infidelity, chronic pain, mood disorders, and more, ensuring her clients feel completely heard and understood on their journey to emotional well-being and resilience.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
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Alan Rudolph

Alan Rudolph

Encino, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Alan Rudolph, a skilled Marriage & Family Therapist with a Master’s degree, brings a wealth of experience to his practice with adults and elders aged 65 and older. With a compassionate approach, he focuses on navigating complex relationship issues, family conflict, and even challenges such as gambling. Alan specializes in various therapy modalities, offering relationship counseling tailored for couples, individuals, and families. His practice is enriched by a blend of mindful therapy, humanistic perspectives, and solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), ensuring that each client receives personalized support on their journey towards healing and growth.
Specialties
Family Stress Relationship Stress
Carol Spencer

Carol Spencer

Encino, CA
LMFT
Carol Spencer, LMFT, is dedicated to guiding her clients through the healing process by helping them understand how their primary past relationships and traumatic events have shaped their perceptions of themselves and the world around them. This comprehensive insight is essential for those feeling stuck, confused, or frustrated. She works collaboratively with individuals, couples, and families, fostering creativity and curiosity in a non-judgmental environment. Carol's supportive and down-to-earth approach allows her to harness her clients’ strengths and resilience, ultimately clearing the path to more fulfilling and satisfying life choices. Her expertise encompasses trauma and PTSD, family conflict, relationship issues, divorce, depression, and anxiety, making her a valuable partner in the journey of personal growth and healing.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Amalia Rinkenberger

Amalia Rinkenberger

Encino, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Amalia Rinkenberger, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (MS, LMFT), offers comprehensive therapy services to children, adults, couples, and families across a range of emotional and behavioral challenges. With over 12 years of professional experience, she specializes in guiding clients through difficulties including trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Amalia has worked extensively with children, adolescents, and young adults, particularly those facing severe emotional and behavioral challenges, including those who are wards of the court. She provides her services on a sliding scale and accepts victims of crime and medical insurance, ensuring access for those in need. Offering her expertise in both English and Spanish, Amalia is committed to fostering healing and resilience in individuals and families alike.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Bipolar Depression Disabilities Domestic Violence Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Student Life Teens
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Carol Polevoi

Carol Polevoi

Encino, CA
CPC
Carol Polevoi, a Certified Integrative Body Psychotherapist (IBP) and teacher, is dedicated to addressing the unique needs of her clients through a combination of Traditional Talk Therapies, Body-Mind/Somatic practices, and Biofeedback. She specializes in helping preteens, teens, adults, and elders navigate relationship issues, health and wellness challenges, and stress management. Carol provides a compassionate space where clients can explore the interconnections between their physical and psychological pain, while equipping them with effective mental health tools to transform outdated behavior patterns. By focusing on the impact of what individuals put in, on, and around their bodies, she fosters a deeper understanding of the influence on mental and physical wellbeing. Through her eclectic and person-centered therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Somatic therapy, and Emotionally Focused approaches, Carol creates a nurturing environment for growth and healing.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Chronic Pain Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Parenting Weight Management
Lisa Stern

Lisa Stern

Encino, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Lisa Stern is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT) and registered art therapist with over 10 years of experience in the field. Specializing in relationship and family dynamics, she skillfully blends conventional and alternative approaches to guide her clients through destructive patterns that may be affecting their lives. Known for her practical and interactive style, Lisa provides tailored support and feedback, empowering individuals to resolve long-standing issues. By collaborating closely with her clients, she helps them gain awareness of their personal histories, ultimately broadening their sense of self-efficacy and self-esteem. With her extensive training in working with adults, children, and families, Lisa is dedicated to facilitating an ongoing journey of growth that is well worth taking.
Specialties
Family Stress Relationship Stress

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