Life Changes Therapists Available in Los Angeles
This page is for adults in Los Angeles who are looking for online therapists who work with life changes. Use this list if you want to compare clinicians’ approaches, specialisms, and ways of working when facing transitions such as career shifts, relationship changes, moving, retirement, or becoming a parent. Each professional here is licensed in California, so a California licence covers the whole state and being elsewhere in California is not a barrier. Look for therapists whose descriptions mention experience with the type of change you’re facing, the therapeutic methods you prefer, and how they structure sessions online.
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1. Dr. Monica Kelson, CA Psychologist
Experienced California psychologist for stress and trauma
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression · Grief
Approaches Attachment-Based Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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2. Cynthia "Cindi" Christiansen, LMFT
LMFT supporting stress and relationship recovery
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Depression · Coping with life changes
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3. Mark Burns, LMFT
Affirming therapy for men, relationships, and life transitions
Works with LGBT · Relationship · Intimacy-related issues · Self esteem · Coping with life changes
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4. Jared Maloney, LMFT
LMFT for anxiety, relationships, and trauma recovery
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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5. Cheryl Garnica, LMFT
Support for change, resilience, and emotional balance
Works with Relationship · Family · Anger · Depression · Coping with life changes
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6. Dr. Katherine Phillips, LMFT
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Depression · Coping with life changes
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7. Matthew Poje, LPCC, LPC
Trauma-focused support grounded in neuroscience
Works with Trauma and abuse · Addictions · Grief · Coping with life changes · Compassion fatigue
Approaches Motivational Interviewing · Trauma-Focused Therapy
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8. Lynn Vinson, LCSW
Experienced LCSW for adult mental health
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Grief · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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9. Menachem Stulberger, LMFT
Compassionate LMFT specializing in relationships and anxiety
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Family · Parenting · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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10. Melissa Fletcher, LCSW, CSW
Direct, supportive therapy focused on real-life change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Parenting · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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11. Chauncey Chatman, LMFT
Experienced California LMFT for adult clients
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Anger · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
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12. Keith Chilton, LMFT
Experienced California Marriage and Family Therapist
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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13. Katherine Eldean, LMFT
Katherine Eldean, California LMFT focused on relationships and stress
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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14. Kendall Jones, LCSW
Compassionate therapist guiding personal growth
Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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15. Stacey Sugar, MD, LCPC, LPCC
MD, LCPC, LPCC therapist helping rewrite life stories
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Intimacy-related issues · Coping with life changes
Approaches Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About life changes therapy for people in Los Angeles
Everyone listed on this page holds a licence to practise in California and works online. That matters more than it sounds: a licence is issued by the state, not by a city, so a therapist is available to anyone in California regardless of how far away they are. Someone in Los Angeles can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.
1,737 therapists match this page, all of whom name life changes among the areas they work with. Fifteen are shown above. The list changes between pages, so it is worth looking at more than one if none of these feels like a fit.
What to compare
- Credential. LMFT, LCSW and LPCC are different training routes to the same licensed practice. None outranks the others; they shape emphasis rather than quality.
- Years in practice. Shown for every therapist here. More experience is not automatically better, but it is a fair proxy for how much of a given problem someone has seen.
- What else they work with. A therapist whose other focus areas overlap with your situation is usually a better starting point than one whose listed areas stop at the single thing you searched for.
- Approach. CBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused and the rest describe how sessions tend to run. If you have tried therapy before and it did not suit you, changing approach is often more useful than changing therapist.
- Language. Shown where a therapist offers sessions in more than English.
How online sessions work
Sessions run by video or by messaging, arranged through our partner platform rather than booked directly with the therapist. There is no travel and no waiting room, which for most people is the difference between starting and not starting. Pricing is set by the platform and shown before you commit.
Therapy in Los Angeles
Los Angeles has a population of about 3,898,747. Local in-person availability varies and waiting lists are common, which is part of why state-wide online practice has grown. Nothing on this page depends on a therapist being near you.
Common questions
How do I choose a therapist for a specific life change, like career transition or becoming a parent?
Start by noting whether the therapist lists experience with your specific change. Compare their stated approaches—such as solution-focused work, cognitive methods, or narrative therapy—and read client-oriented details about goals and session structure. Consider whether they mention helping with decision-making, identity shifts, or practical planning. You can also contact a few to ask how they would tailor work to your situation.
Can I switch therapists if the first one I try doesn’t fit my needs during a major life transition?
Yes. It’s common to change therapists if the fit isn’t right. Look for someone who explains how they assess progress and adjust plans. You can ask any therapist about their usual length of work, how they handle transitions or endings, and whether they will help you find a better match if needed. Switching is a reasonable step to find a better therapeutic fit.
What should I compare on this page when I’m specifically dealing with sudden or multiple life changes?
Compare clinicians’ experience with crisis versus planned transitions, and whether they work with overlapping issues like grief, stress, or practical logistics. Look for therapists who describe flexible scheduling, short-term stabilization techniques, and tools for coping with uncertainty. Also note the therapeutic modalities they use and any mention of helping clients prioritize, set boundaries, or build routines amid change.
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