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Cynthia Winn

Cynthia Winn

Encino, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Cynthia Winn is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist with a Master’s degree and certifications in Imago Couples Therapy and EMDR. With expertise in addressing trauma and PTSD, relationship issues, and family conflict, Cynthia skillfully supports teens and adults through their healing journeys. She employs a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Trauma-Focused approaches, Psychodynamic therapy, and the Gottman Method, providing tailored sessions for couples, individuals, and families. Cynthia’s dedication to fostering healthy relationships and personal growth shines through in her work, making her an exceptional ally for those navigating life’s challenges.
Specialties
Family Stress PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
Yasmine Khoushab

Yasmine Khoushab

Encino, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Yasmine Khoushab is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist who is dedicated to helping individuals navigate the challenges of life. She recognizes that many people feel stuck and yearn for a sense of relief, often unaware of the underlying reasons for their struggles. Yasmine believes that healing is most effective when one is not alone in facing hardships. Specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, and codependency issues, she offers a safe and collaborative environment for clients to explore their needs. With her certification as a grief and loss specialist and Reiki 1 training, Yasmine utilizes a variety of intuitive processes tailored to each individual's journey. Through her therapeutic approach, she fosters self-compassion and skill development, empowering clients to envision and work towards brighter days. Together with Yasmine, individuals can embark on a transformative healing journey, where personal growth and insight are at the forefront of the therapeutic process.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief PTSD/Trauma
Itay Kohane

Itay Kohane

Encino, CA
Psychologist, PSYD
Itay Kohane, PsyD, is a compassionate psychologist dedicated to supporting individuals in their journey towards self-discovery and achieving their goals. Acknowledging the courage it takes to seek professional help, he fosters an environment of empathy and curiosity, which serves as the foundation for effective therapeutic work. Itay works with both adults and children in individual, couple, and family settings, helping clients navigate their unique challenges and uncover deeper insights about themselves. With a commitment to understanding and guidance, Itay is eager to partner with clients on their path to personal growth and fulfillment.
Eliana Kohanzad

Eliana Kohanzad

Encino, CA
LMFT
Eliana Kohanzad, LMFT, is a dedicated therapist specializing in helping adults navigate the complexities of anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. She understands that individuals may experience emotional pain from past experiences or face challenges in their current lives that require extra support. With a collaborative, nonjudgmental, and empowering approach, Eliana guides her clients on their unique journeys toward insight, healing, and personal growth. Her active listening and empathetic techniques help clients build the confidence needed to make meaningful changes and embrace a fulfilling life. Eliana specializes in relationships, self-esteem, anxiety, and depression, providing a safe and nurturing environment for healing through self-compassion and understanding recurring patterns. She is committed to facilitating communication, boundary setting, and the discovery of one's authentic self, making it possible for her clients to work through relationship and family distress. Ready to evolve? Eliana looks forward to supporting you on your path to confidence and security.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress General Mental Health LGBTQ+ Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
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Shawn Lare Brinkley

Shawn Lare Brinkley

Encino, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Shawn Lare Brinkley is an eclectic Marriage and Family Therapist (MS, LMFT) who embodies fluidity in the therapeutic process. He specializes in assisting clients, ranging from children to seniors, in managing a wide array of challenges, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, adjustment disorders, grief/loss, PTSD, and more. Shawn is particularly skilled in helping children and adolescents navigate the complexities of parental separation and behavioral issues like oppositional defiance and conduct problems. He takes time to fully understand the core issues his clients face, collaborating with them to develop tailored solutions. With a strong focus on healing trauma, Shawn works at a pace that accommodates each client's unique needs, offering compassionate support to survivors of childhood sexual abuse, human sex trafficking, and domestic violence. He creatively employs non-traditional therapeutic methods such as music, art, and mindfulness practices to foster a strong therapeutic relationship. Additionally, Shawn provides valuable counseling for couples, whether they are just beginning their journey together or have been in a long-term partnership, helping them nurture friendship, romance, and connection.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Bipolar Depression Domestic Violence Grief Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma
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Beth Leedham - Individuals And Couples

Beth Leedham - Individuals And Couples

Encino, CA
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Beth Leedham is a compassionate psychologist dedicated to supporting individuals and couples through their unique journeys. With extensive expertise in addressing chronic pain, relationship issues, and providing sex therapy, she employs a variety of therapeutic modalities, including the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Beth’s approach is tailored for adults, focusing on family and marital dynamics within a supportive framework. Her commitment to fostering emotional well-being is evident in her compassionate style, making her a trusted partner for those looking to enhance their relationships and navigate life's challenges.
Specialties
Chronic Pain Relationship Stress
Charles Lerman

Charles Lerman

Encino, CA
Psychologist, PHD
Charles Lerman, PhD, is a compassionate psychologist dedicated to guiding his clients through a profound and caring exploration of their lives, personalities, challenges, and dilemmas. He collaborates with individuals, couples, and families, fostering a respectful and open environment aimed at providing help, relief, understanding, and meaningful change. His approach empowers clients on their journey towards greater health, internal peace, satisfaction, and connection. Charles believes that psychotherapy serves as a critical resource, allowing individuals to face their fears with the support and knowledge necessary to grow emotionally and enhance their ability to navigate their personal worlds. With a focus on issues such as trauma, mood disorders, and relationship dynamics, he is committed to walking alongside clients as they work towards their goals.
Specialties
50+ ADHD Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Bipolar Chronic Pain Depression Disabilities Domestic Violence Eating Disorders Family Stress General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Sleeping Well Student Life Weight Management
Amy Levine Clayton

Amy Levine Clayton

Encino, CA
Clinical Social Work/therapist, PSYD
Dr. Amy Levine Clayton, a licensed clinical social worker and therapist, provides a compassionate and supportive environment for clients facing a wide range of challenges, including addiction, depression, loss, grief, stress, and relationship dynamics. Many individuals seek her expertise in navigating the complexities of high achievement, as they encounter various struggles while striving for personal growth. Dr. Clayton draws on the strengths of her clients to facilitate meaningful change in their lives. She understands that the combination of medication and psychotherapy can be essential; therefore, she offers confidential consultations with physicians or psychiatrists, and can provide referrals for evaluations if needed. Dr. Clayton works with both adults and adolescents in the vibrant regions of Los Angeles and Encino in the San Fernando Valley. Her approach is primarily psychodynamic and interpersonal, complemented by cognitive-behavioral strategies when appropriate. Additionally, she utilizes Short Term Solution Focused techniques to effectively support her clients. Dr. Clayton specializes in assisting new mothers as they navigate the challenges of adjustment in their new roles. She recognizes the profound impact of a woman's reproductive history and coping abilities on her mental health and relationships with her children. If you or someone you know is struggling, rest assured you are not alone—support is available.
Specialties
Addiction Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Relationship Stress
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Kate Loree

Kate Loree

Encino, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Kate Loree, a dedicated and compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT, ATR, MBA), specializes in supporting the non-monogamous, kink, sex worker, and LGBTQ communities. She believes that growth flourishes in an environment of respect and compassion, fostering the human capacity for healing, change, and reparation. Kate emphasizes insight, emotional healing, and empowerment to guide her clients toward realizing their highest potential and achieving a more gratifying life. In her work with couples, she draws heavily from Imago and Emotionally Focused Therapy to cultivate trust, mutual respect, understanding, intimacy, and love. Kate collaborates with clients to untangle complex thoughts, feelings, and behavioral patterns, enabling them to rediscover their ability to make meaningful choices that align with their values and relationships. Her eclectic therapeutic approach is tailored to individual needs, incorporating advanced techniques such as EMDR, somatic psychotherapy (Trauma Resiliency Model), Jungian art psychotherapy, and semi-hypnotic visualizations. With an open-minded stance, she takes into account her clients' sexual identities, spiritual beliefs, and personal and cultural values, making her an ideal fit for modern individuals and couples seeking a forward-thinking and creative psychotherapist.
Specialties
ADHD Addiction Anxiety Bipolar Borderline (BPD) Chronic Pain Depression Eating Disorders Family Stress General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Parenting Spirituality Weight Management
Sherri Nader

Sherri Nader

Encino, CA
Psychologist, LCSW
Dr. Sherri Nader is a dedicated psychologist with an impressive array of credentials, including a PsyD and LCSW, specializing in providing compassionate support to teens, adults, and elders. With a deep commitment to fostering personal growth, Dr. Nader employs a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including Trauma-Focused therapy, Person-Centered approaches, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She adeptly addresses top issues such as coping skills, anxiety, and relationship challenges, guiding individuals, couples, and families toward healing and understanding. Her culturally sensitive practice incorporates principles from Emotionally Focused therapy, Strength-Based strategies, and Multicultural perspectives to create an inclusive and empowering therapeutic environment. Dr. Nader's warm and compassionate nature ensures that clients feel valued and understood, enabling them to explore their emotions and experiences in depth. Through her expertise in both individual and family dynamics, she helps clients develop resilience and build healthier relationships, fostering hope and transformation in their lives.
Specialties
Anxiety Relationship Stress
Yesenia Orozco-vasquez

Yesenia Orozco-vasquez

Encino, CA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Yesenia Orozco-Vasquez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Los Angeles, California, bringing a wealth of experience in supporting children, teens, parents, and young adults. She specializes in addressing anxiety, depression, and life transitions, employing modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), and the Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) to enhance her clients' strengths and foster improved interpersonal relationships. Her approach combines strengths-based methods with cognitive behavioral techniques, enabling clients to gain insight into the issues affecting their well-being and exploring effective strategies for resolution. Yesenia has collaborated with numerous families, educational institutions, and community organizations to help individuals navigate stress, anxiety, and emotional upheaval. As an accredited provider of the Positive Parenting Program, she has successfully empowered many parents to strengthen their relationships with their children. Yesenia views goal setting as a shared journey, working closely with her clients to clarify their needs and aspirations while identifying achievable and personalized goals for their therapeutic journey.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression General Mental Health Parenting
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Jody Evans

Jody Evans

Encino, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Jody Evans is a highly skilled Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) with a legal background (JD) specializing in helping adults and elders navigate the challenges of addiction, depression, and interpersonal relationships. With over 10 years of experience in addiction treatment, Jody has served as a primary therapist and Clinical Director at various detox and residential facilities in the Los Angeles area. Her expertise extends to treating co-occurring disorders, including anxiety, bipolar disorder, and mood or personality disorders. Jody offers a collaborative and compassionate therapeutic approach, recognizing the profound stigma often associated with addiction and mental health issues. She strives to foster an environment of hope and empowerment, believing that the antidote to shame is compassion—echoing the insights of thought leader Brené Brown. Jody provides therapy to individuals, couples, and families, utilizing a diverse array of therapeutic modalities such as EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and the Gottman Method, among others.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression Eating Disorders
Lauren Parsly

Lauren Parsly

Encino, CA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Lauren Parsly is a Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, holding an LCSW certification and having attended New York University. She believes that the connection between therapist and client is the cornerstone of successful treatment, and she employs a strength-based approach to forge meaningful relationships that foster a safe space for clients to navigate difficult emotions, thought patterns, relational dynamics, and the lasting impact of past experiences. Passionate about women's issues, Lauren offers support and clarity during challenging life transitions, including career changes, relationship adjustments, parenthood, divorce, and loss. With a wealth of experience working with families and children aged five and older, she utilizes creative and play therapy modalities to effectively connect with younger clients. Lauren collaborates closely with parents and the educational system to ensure that children achieve their full potential. As a bilingual Spanish speaker, she has provided therapy in Spanish to a diverse range of adults, families, children, and groups. In addition to her direct practice, Lauren enjoys supervising other therapists, further contributing to the field. She looks forward to hearing from those seeking to reach their goals and explore their potential.
Specialties
Breakups Grief Managing Emotions Men's & Women's Issues Parenting Relationship Stress Teens

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