Mental health providers affiliated with Wilshire/Valley offer high-quality psychological care, working in a variety of treatment modalities. They are licensed as:
- LMFT: marriage and family therapist
- LCSW: clinical social worker
- AMFT: registered associate marriage and family therapist under supervision of a licensed therapist.
- ASW: associate clinical social worker under supervision of a licensed therapist.
Read about therapist availability.
Telemedicine online therapy: All of the centers’ therapists offer their services via HIPPA compliant telemedicine (such as Zoom or Doxy.me calls).
In-person therapy: Some therapists offer in-person sessions. Please check with our intake team to see who offers in-person services. **
Aerial Allen, LMFT
Specialty areas: Life transitions, self-esteem/value system, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, attachment issues, childhood trauma, PTSD, grief & loss, anger management, conflict resolution, spirituality, emotion dysregulation. Ages 13+ and transitional-age youth. Utilizes an integrative approach composed of humanistic, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, solution-focused, strength-based interventions and mindfulness. LMFT #148659.
Lauren Anderson, MS, ASW
Specialty areas: Grief & loss, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, interpersonal conflict and life transitions. Works with individuals, couples and families ages 18 and up. Utilizes an integrative approach of psychodynamic, internal family systems, person-centered, strengths-based therapy. ACSW #119639. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Karen Bardavid, MA, AMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, eating disorders, mood disorders, grief and interpersonal relationships. Works with individuals 8 and up. Practices from a trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective. Utilizes integrative techniques including CBT, mindfulness, somatic approaches, psychodynamic, internal family systems and art therapy. AMFT# 133684. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Sharon Benjamin, LMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, trauma, depression, grief & loss and life transitions. Trained in EMDR. Utilizes a combination of psychodynamic, motivational interviewing and family systems approaches. Treats adults, children, adolescents and families. LMFT #40694*
Linda Bonilla, MS, LMFT
Specialty areas: Post-traumatic stress disorder, recovery from sexual assault, adult survivors of sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, premarital, marital and relational issues. Christian therapy. Works with adults, teenagers and children. Individual, couples and family therapy. Utilizes psychodynamic and family systems approaches. LMFT #41224 *
Walter Bowles, LCSW
Specialty areas: Trauma, relationship issues, transitional struggles, grief, depression, anxiety, aging, substance disorders & addiction, disordered eating, chemsex and LGBTQ+ experiences. Works with adults and children ages 12 and up. Treatment approach includes mindfulness, solution focused, CBT, dialectical behavioral therapy, multicultural, and relational therapy styles. LCSW #118372
Elena Bringsli, AMFT, associate professional clinical counselor
Specialty areas: Couples counseling, life transitions, trauma, family conflict, mood disorders, conflict resolution, personal growth. Works with individuals, couples and families. Utilizes a client-centered integrative approach, including psychodynamic, emotion-focused therapy, somatic experiencing, EMDR and mindfulness. Bilingual: Norwegian. AMFT #142961, APCC #15223. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Christina Cabral, LMFT
Specialty areas: Transitional struggles, self-esteem, anxiety, parenting, attachment issues, childhood trauma, relationships, anger management, family conflict. Children, teens, young adults, individuals, couples and families. Utilizes integrative approach composed of psychodynamic, CBT, solution-focused, emotion-focused therapies, strength-based interventions and mindfulness. LMFT #137667
Nina Careri, MS, licensed professional clinical counselor
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood disorders, personality disorders, dissociative disorders, grief, interpersonal relationships, complex trauma, ADHD/ASD. Works with individuals 12 and up, couples, families. Practices from a person-centered, strengths-based perspective. Utilizes integrative techniques from CBT, psychodynamic, existential and internal family systems therapy. LPCC #14481
Eric Chambrasi, AMFT
Specialty areas: Grief & loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, transitional struggles, family conflict and childhood trauma. Utilizes integrative techniques from psychodynamic and trauma-focused approaches. AMFT #145219. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Amanda Chase, MA, LMFT
Specialty areas: Trauma and post-traumatic stress. Trained in EMDR and the integration of parts from IFS with EMDR. Educational training from a depth perspective. Approaches individuals and couples from psychodynamic and humanistic lenses, incorporating parts work and EMDR when helpful. LMFT #147183
Sachiko Goto Cmiral, MS, licensed professional clinical counselor
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, codependency. Recovery from intimate partner violence, sexual assault. Adult survivors of sexual abuse and other childhood trauma. Work informed by these therapeutic orientations: mindfulness-based stress reduction, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral, parent-child Interaction, solution-focused and narrative. Bilingual: Japanese. LPCC #16346
Tracee Couch, LMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, anger and stress management, depression, trauma, parenting, social skills. Specialized training in evidence-based practices (trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, the Incredible Years, parent-child interaction therapy) and Brainspotting. Works with children, adolescents, adults and couples. LMFT #103909
Warren Culbreth, AMFT
Specialty areas: Depression, anxiety, grief & loss, substance use/addiction, relationship issues, trauma, schizophrenia and personality disorders. Also concerns specific to LGBTQ+ community. Works with clients from a client-centered approach drawing from psychodynamic, solution-focused, CBT and somatic modalities. AMFT #144513. (Under supervision of Katrina Wood, Ph.D. #17362.)
Hamid Dadashi, LMFT
Specialty areas: Post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and bipolar disorder, anxiety/panic, grief & loss, addiction, relationship issues including premarital counseling. Works with individuals 13 and up, couples, family therapy. Special training in DBT, motivational interviewing. Utilizes CBT, solution-focused, family systems, psychodynamic. Bilingual: Farsi. LMFT #51354
Chantal Daley, LMFT
Specialty areas: Depression, anxiety and trauma. Uses psychodynamic approach as well as mindfulness. Works with adults, adolescents and couples. LMFT #140885
David Deutsch, LCSW
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, grief & loss, stress management, emotional regulation, life transitions, codependency, substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Works with adolescents age 12 and up, adults, couples. Approaches: Cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, family systems, strengths-based and client-centered. LCSW #66799 *
Azucena (Susan) de Azevedo, MS, LMFT
Specialty areas: Stress management, social skills, women’s issues, self-esteem building for women and teens, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Individuals, couples, families and groups. Approaches: cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, structural, strategic, intergenerational systems theories. Trained in early detection and intervention for psychosis and family psychoeducation. Bilingual: Spanish. LMFT #117060
Megan Doheny, MA, AMFT
Specialty areas: Life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, better communication, social skills, inner child work. Works with creatives as they find their artistic voice; individuals, couples and families. Client centered and strength-based using a humanistic approach. Utilizes narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and Gottman. AMFT #130010. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Michaele Evans, AMFT
Specialty areas: Trauma, emotional and behavioral difficulties, academics, identity and self-esteem, relational conflict, anxiety and depression. Treats children, adolescents, couples and families. Practices from a trauma-informed, client-centered perspective integrating CBT, DBT, mindfulness, EMDR, play therapy, family systems and emotionally focused therapy. AMFT #137822. (Under supervision of Giovanna Hanson, LCSW #93398.)
Trisha Farrugia, licensed professional clinical counselor
Specialty areas: Trauma, depression, anxiety and many maladaptive or self-destructive behaviors such as substance use and eating disorders. Works with adolescents and adults ages 12-64. Client-centered and strengths based. Uses an integration of counseling styles including CBT, DBT and psychodynamic from a trauma-focused lens. LPCC #17621.
Kate Gange, ASW
Specialty areas: Anxiety, grief, trauma, attachment bonds, child development and parenting support. Approach is psychodynamic and informed by attachment theory. ASW #124522. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Fawn Hart, AMFT
Specialty areas: Complex trauma, childhood trauma, depression, anxiety/panic, grief & loss, addiction, emotional regulation and esteem issues. Works with individuals 13 and up, couples, families and LGTBQ. Strategies include CBT, DBT, trauma-focused, solution-focused, systemic, person-centered approach and logotherapy (life meaning). AMFT #127976. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Marilyn Hagoes, MA, LMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief & loss, parenting challenges, Christian counseling, adjustment issues and relationship difficulties. Works with teens and adults; individuals, couples and families. Treatment strategies include cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and family systems therapies. Strategies tailored to the individual’s needs and goals. LMFT #46904 *
Hanna Hakakha, AMFT, associate professional clinical counselor
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, trauma, complex PTSD, mood disorders, interpersonal relationships, personal growth, family conflict and attachment. Children, teens, young adults, individuals and families. Works with clients from a client-centered approach drawing from psychodynamic, CBT, attachment-based and solution-focused modalities. AMFT #139431. APCC #13822. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354)
Giovanna Hanson, LCSW
Specialty areas: Trauma and trauma-related disorders, mood disorders, grief & loss, anger/stress management, relationship issues, and child/adolescent issues. Utilizes an eclectic approach that incorporates prolonged exposure, cognitive processing therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing and problem-solving therapy. Treats adults, veterans, children, adolescents and families. Bilingual: Spanish. LCSW #93398
Jasmine Jackson, LMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, stress management, grief, suicide risk management. Premarital and marriage counseling, relationship conflict, family conflicts and systems, domestic violence, sexual abuse. Adjustment disorders, substance abuse. Trauma-focused therapy, emotion-focused therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy. Psychological assessments. LGBTQ+ sensitive. LMFT #148498.
Amber Johnson, AMFT
Specialty areas: Adolescents, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, interpersonal conflict and relationship issues. Works with adolescents, families, individuals and couples. Utilizes CBT, family systems, compassion-focused therapy, solution-focused and person-centered approaches. AMFT #146243. (Under supervision of Katrina Wood, Ph.D. #17362.)
Nina Jordan Taubenfeld, MA, AMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, substance use, 12-step and LGBTQ+ issues. Treats from a trauma-informed, humanistic lens incorporating CBT and DBT interventions. Works with individual adults, adolescents and children. AMFT #141804. (Under supervision of David Deutsch, LCSW #66799.)
Alyssa Jurado, ASW
Specialty areas: Trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting issues, life transitions, relationship issues and emotion regulation. Works with adolescents, adults, couples and families. Uses eclectic approach of strengths based, humanistic, mind-body integration, parts work, EMDR, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, seeking safety, mindfulness and positive parenting. Bilingual: Spanish. (Under supervision of David Deutsch, LCSW #66799.)
Monique Kennedy, MA, AMFT
Specialty areas: Trauma, attachment, mood and personality disorders, perfectionism and spiritual health. Holistic, utilizing evidence-based modalities, and mind, body and spirit integration. Oriented and trained in psychodynamic, somatization, parts work, DBT, EMDR, CBT, family systems and Gottman Method. Therapeutic services to kids 11 and up, teens, individuals and couples. AMFT #116810. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadahsi, LMFT #51354.)
Eda Kurtoglu, AMFT, associate professional clinical counselor
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, body image, panic, multicultural dynamics, premarital and marital issues. Integrative approach combines psychodynamic therapy, internal family systems, person-centered therapy, strengths-based therapy, trauma-informed care and CBT. Bilingual: Turkish. AMFT #147377. APCC #16772. (Under supervision of JJ Rogers, LMFT #52492.)
Ingrid Lee, ASW
Specialty areas: Anxiety, trauma/PTSD, domestic violence, Asperger’s/autism, eating disorders and Christian counseling. Works with adults and late teens. Utilizes humanistic approach that involves mindfulness stress reduction, motivational interviewing, harm reduction and inner-child work. Bilingual: Spanish. ASW #94059. (Under supervision of Giovanna Hanson, LCSW #93398.)
Timothy Lisagor, AMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, brain injury, adoptees, depression, interpersonal therapy. Works with children, adults, couples and families. Practices solution-focused, CBT and rational emotive behavioral therapy with an existential influence. AMFT# 141474. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Nicole Ly, ASW
Specialty areas: Depression, anxiety, anger, OCD, self-esteem issues, stress management, social skills and personal growth. Works with adults and teenagers. Utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, motivational interviewing, problem-solving therapy and seeking safety. ACSW #104935. (Under supervision of Giovanna Hanson, LCSW #93398.)
Samir Malik, MA, AMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, anger management, emotional regulation and processing. Co-dependency, relationship issues, self-care/stress management, Somatic healing, emotion-focused therapy. Faith-based counseling. Mindfulness strategies. Works with individuals and couples. AMFT #127826. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Jonathan Maxey, AMFT, associate professional clinical counselor
Specialty areas: Substance abuse, relationship distress, attachment trauma, depression, life transitions, trauma and anxiety. Utilizes a combination of emotionally focused therapy, narrative therapy, CBT, mindfulness, DBT and family systems. Works with children, adolescents, adults and couples. AMFT #140185. APCC# 14068. (Under the supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT# 51354)
Kevin McGahey, AMFT
Specialty areas: Addiction, trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, PTSD, grief & loss. Utilizes an integrated approach of mindfulness, DBT and solution focused. Trained in the compassionate inquiry model of care, which integrates somatic work for trauma. Licensed alcohol and drug counselor who serves on the board of the state certifying agency. AMFT #137049. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Dawn McNairy, MA, LMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, trauma. Self-esteem issues. Works with individuals and families with a focus on couples. Utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, person-centered therapy, emotion-focused therapy, family systems interventions and mindfulness. LMFT #145889.
Aline-Giselle Melkon, AMFT
Specialty areas: Trauma/PTSD, depression, dissociative disorders, borderline personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, prolonged grief and LGBTQ+ issues. Works with individuals 8 and up, couples and families. Utilizes an integrative approach encompassing cognitive-behavioral therapy, family systems, solution-focused therapy, somatic and humanistic approaches. Bilingual: French. AMFT #136210. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadahsi, LMFT #51354.)
Annette Mendez, LCSW
Specialty areas: Depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, life transitions, stress reduction and Latinx community. Works with adolescents, young adults and adults. Certified in evidenced-based therapies including Seeking Safety, cognitive behavioral therapy and MAP. Utilizes behavioral interventions, motivational interviewing, solution-focused and mindfulness approaches. Bilingual: Spanish. LCSW #96931
Denise Middleton, LMFT
Specialty areas: Interpersonal relationships, couples therapy, family conflict, parent-child interaction, attachment, maternal and infant mental health. Works with individuals, couples, children, and families. Utilizes an integrative approach composed of psychodynamic, family systems and client-centered therapies. LMFT #83629 *
Jennifer Niles, LMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, social anxiety, relationship issues, depression, trauma, grief & loss, life transitions, ADHD, self-esteem, body image and sexuality issues. Works with children ages 10 and up, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. Utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems and client-centered approaches. LMFT #83629 *
Alina Noje, MA, AMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, social anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, grief & loss, life transitions/adjustment, PTSD, ADHD, personality disorders and addiction. Treats individuals, couples, children and families. Utilizes an integrative approach, CBT, emotion-focused therapy, solution-focused therapy, client-centered and family systems. AMFT #112286. (Under the supervision of Giovanna Hanson, LCSW #93398.)
Edward Ordaz, MA, AMFT
Speciality areas: Anxiety, depression, marriage/couples counseling, co-parenting/family issues, Latino families and LGBTQ+ community. Utilizes a mix of different psychotherapy modalities including client-centered and solution-focused intervention techniques. Treats children ages 10 and up, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Bilingual: Spanish. AMFT #121253. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Grant Palmer, ASW
Specialty areas: Depression, anxiety, oppositional defiance, family issues, ADHD, grief & loss, and trauma. Works with children age 4 and up, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Utilizes a strengths-based approach, attachment theory, CBT, psychodynamic therapy and play therapy. ASW #118494. (Under supervision of David Deutsch, LCSW #66799.)
Daniel Pimentel, LMFT
Specialty areas: Depression, Anxiety, trauma, LGBTQ+ community, adolescent issues, interpersonal relationships and stress management. Works with individuals, couples, adolescents and children. Integrates family system and psychodynamic therapy along with incorporating motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavior interventions and DBT. LMFT #141155
Erica Pollack, LMFT
Specialty areas: Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, adolescents and life transitions. Utilizes theoretical orientations such as cognitive behavioral therapy and solutions-focused therapy with a client-centered orientation. Trained in evidenced-based practices such as seeking safety and motivational interviewing. LMFT #97649
Vincent (Vince) Reed, MA, AMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, life transitions, grief and loss, LGBTQ+, anger management and relationships. Works with individuals 12 and up, couples and families. Practices from a trauma-informed, compassion-focused, strengths-based perspective. Utilizes integrative techniques including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing and solutions-focused therapy. AMFT #129400. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Ashinee Reynolds, MA, AMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, grief, body image, self-esteem, spiritual issues. Multicultural issues, performing arts/entertainment, relationship issues. Individuals, children, teens and families. Utilizes an integrative approach composed of intersubjectivity, psychodynamic, narrative and DBT. AMFT #128532. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Lena Ringstrom, ASW
Specialty areas: ADHD, anxiety, LGBTQ+ identity, depression, self-esteem, PTSD, grief & loss, relationships, inner child work. Adults, couples, children/teens and families. Trained in motivational interviewing and flash technique. Practices from a trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective. Treatment approach includes attachment theory, family systems, mindfulness, somatics and play therapy. ASW # 111194. (Under supervision of David Deutsch, LCSW #66799.)
JJ Rogers, LMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety/stress, depression, grief & loss, life transitions, mindfulness, somatic therapy, integrative body psychotherapy (IBP). Ages 20 and up. Couples and seniors. Psychology Today profile. LMFT #52492 *
Alyssa Sanchez, MA, AMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, trauma, anger management and life transitions. Works with children 8 and up, teens, young adults and families. Integrative approach includes CBT, DBT, play therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness and problem solving. LGBTQ+ friendly. AMFT #143308. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Kristin Scalfaro, MA, LMFT
Specialty areas: Depression, anxiety, panic disorder, PTSD, life-transition issues, grief/loss and trauma. Divorce and co-parenting issues. Works with individuals and couples. LMFT #47967 *
Max Shaft LMFT
Specialty areas: Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief & loss, social anxiety, life transitions, relationships and mood disorders. Works with children, teens, adults, individuals. Utilizes humanistic approaches, gestalt, existential, narrative and rational emotive behavioral therapies. LMFT #139251
Emadia Smith, AMFT
Specialty areas: Trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, mood disorders, attachment and relationship issues. Works with adolescents, adults, couples and LGBTQ+. Utilizes a person-centered approach, incorporating EMDR, CBT, mindfulness and solution-focused techniques. AMFT #134580. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Joe Stiteler, AMFT
Specialty areas: Couples, relationship issues, life transitions, trauma, PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, substance disorders & addiction, disordered eating. Works with adults and children ages 9 and up. Treatment approach includes psychobiological approach to couples therapy, psychodynamic, mindfulness, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral. AMFT #136547. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
Heather Torres, LCSW
Specialty areas: Post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship issues, ADHD, grief & loss, depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, personality disorders, addiction, disordered eating, obsessive-compulsive disorder and stress management. Works with individuals, couples and adolescents. Approaches: CBT, solution-focused therapy, DBT, psychodynamic, trauma-informed care, strengths-based interventions. LCSW #121212
Berena Wasserstein, ASW
Specialty areas: Trauma, attachment wounds, depression, anxiety, learning and physical differences, self-esteem, creative blocks, stress, life transitions, grief & loss, and interpersonal conflict. Certified art therapist. Works with teens, young adults and adults. Trauma-informed approach. Incorporates mindfulness, psychodynamic and client-centered therapies. ACSW #105490. (Under supervision of David Deutsch, LCSW #66799.)
Ker Yang, LMFT
Specialty areas: Trained in emotion-focused therapy for couples. Works with individuals 16 years and older struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and attachment issues. Cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy and narrative therapy. LMFT #108818 *
Anoosh Yaraghchian, AMFT
Specialty areas: Substance use, anxiety, depression, PTSD, inner child work, OCD, 12-step, ADHD, grief & loss, codependency, sex and love addiction, eating disorders and anger management. Works with individuals 4 and up. Practices from a person-centered, strengths-based perspective utilizing motivational interviewing, narrative therapy and positive psychology. Bilingual: Farsi. AMFT #137515. (Under supervision of Hamid Dadashi, LMFT #51354.)
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** Cities where in-person therapy is offered by Wilshire/Valley include Encino, Los Angeles, Burbank, Santa Clarita and Ventura.
Note: Our mental health specialists are affiliated with Wilshire/Valley. Independent practice owners (identified by * ) are affiliated with Somerset Therapy & Management. All clinicians are licensed in the state of California.
Some mental health professionals own and operate private-practice businesses, supported by Wilshire/Valley and/or Somerset. Once assigned, clients should contact their therapists via their direct phone lines or email.