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Whether you're navigating a relationship challenge, working through something on your own, or supporting your family through a hard season, finding the right therapist matters. 142 licensed therapists in Santa Monica are here to help, so you can choose someone who understands what you need right now.

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142 specialists found in Santa Monica Area

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Jonathan Flier, Marriage & Family Therapist Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Beverly Hills, California Online + In-person 30 years experience
6.1 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Alcohol Abuse Blended Families Codependency Relationships

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with Individuals, Couples and Families for 30 years.   The word "marriage" really means "in relationship". As a specialist in treating relationship, I

Mary Barbour, Marriage & Family Therapist Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Beverly Hills, California Online + In-person 4 years experience
6.1 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Anxiety Dating Coaching Eating Disorders Generalized Anxiety Disorder

My work as a couples therapist focuses on communication over crtiticism, improving the friendship within the realtionship, and reestablishing emotional connection and intimacy. It’s important for me to see how you fight – but I’m not going to spend the

Natalie Finegood Goldberg, Marriage & Family Therapist Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
6.2 miles away from Santa Monica

My experience spans over several years working with various clients including Individual Sex therapy, Couples Sex therapy, Sex Addiction and more in Los Angeles (LA). My approach is to create a safe zone in which you can talk about it that will be completely

Blair Wellness, Psychologist Santa Monica, ca
Psychologist
6.3 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

Get a comprehensive solution therapy for Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Depression, Addiction, Substance Abuse and Relationship Issues at Blair Wellness Group. Call Dr. Blair, the Best Psychologist &

Stephanie Gonzalez, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Los Angeles, California Online 2 years, 6 months experience
6.3 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Multicultural Concerns Sexuality Trust

I help you build relationships that honor and celebrate your differences while also focusing on your strengths and individual identities. A unique struggle when being a part of any relationship is understanding the other person’s way of being and trying to

Sydell Weiner, Marriage & Family Therapist Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Beverly Hills, California Online + In-person 20 years, 4 months experience
6.5 miles away from Santa Monica

Sydell Weiner is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Beverly Hills, California. She specializes in Couples Counseling and Grief Therapy and has been in practice for 25 years. She holds 2 masters degrees and a Ph.D. from New York University.

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Kiaundra Jackson, Marriage & Family Therapist Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
6.9 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Marital and Premarital Premarital Therapy Relationship Issues Self Esteem

Kiaundra Jackson has been seen on the Emmy-Award Winning TV Show, The Doctors. She has been recently featured in the New York Times, Vice, BET and The Huffington Post as one of the ‘10 Black Female Therapists You Should Know.’ She is an international

Samar Haroon, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Moreno Valley, California Online 3 years experience
7 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anger Management Anxiety Blended Families

My extensive training in psychodynamic psychotherapy enable clients’ to recognize and value their self-worth. My belief is that the basis for a good therapeutic relationship lies in collaboration, consideration and self discovery which is an indispensable

Anahita Kashefi, Marriage & Family Therapist Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Beverly Hills, California Online 5 years experience
7.1 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Anxiety Coping Skills Creative Blocks Dating Coaching

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Couples and Sex Therapist in Beverly Hills. My approach is both relational and in-depth, characterized by warmth, compassion and collaboration. I love working with individuals from all walks of life

Sanaz Saeidian, Marriage & Family Therapist Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Beverly Hills, California Online 4 years, 6 months experience
7.1 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Anxiety Career Counseling Chronic Pain Coping Skills

I specialize in working with young adults and teenagers who are facing modern challenges related to self-esteem, body image issues and multigenerational family conflicts. I also have experience working with adults around challenges related to trauma, anxiety,

Ken Howard LCSW CST, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Santa Monica, ca
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Los Angeles, California Online + In-person 29 years, 2 months experience
7.5 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: LGBTQ+

Ken Howard, MSW, LCSW has over 29 years of experience providing couples counseling, and is an AASECT Certified Sex Thearpist, Certfied Psychiatric Social Worker, and Adjunct Associate Professor at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, where he teaches

Cinnamon Johnson, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Los Angeles, California Online 2 years, 10 months experience
7.6 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Infidelity Intimacy Marital and Premarital

For the safety of my clients, I am now serving couples who are struggling with overcoming infidelity and trust virtually. Are you struggling with re-establishing trust with your partner after infidelity? Has the conflict between you two become too

Ericka Battaglia, Pre-Licensed Professional Santa Monica, ca
Pre-Licensed Professional
Los Angeles, California Online 5 years experience
7.6 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Anxiety Dating Coaching Family Conflict Relationship Issues

Therapy is a step in becoming a better, more resilient you. My goal is to collaborate with you to deepen your focus and understanding of yourself. It is common for us to build walls, disengage boundaries, and allow traumatic experiences affect us through our

Kasey Carter, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Los Angeles, California Online + In-person 5 years experience
7.6 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Child Therapy Divorce Parenting

I help couples achieve the meaningful connections we all deserve. So much about nurturing relationships is misunderstood, so I help my clients develop the insight and skills to promote trust and a healthy partnership. My clients practice new ways of communicating and

Dynasty Huckleby, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Los Angeles, California Online 3 years experience
7.6 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Codependency Relationships Dating Coaching Family Conflict General marriage

Are you ready to learn what you need to know about your relationship to be able to make it work? All relationships are hard. Partly because of history and partly because of how confusing life can be. I am passionate about helping couples reconnect, find effective

Lanie Goueth, LPC Intern Santa Monica, ca
LPC Intern
Los Angeles, California Online 10 years experience
7.6 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Anger Management Anxiety Attachment

I’m a big believer that therapy is for everyone. More than ever, with all the traumas of the last couple of years, folks of all races, cultures, and ages are in need of a healthy, safe, and judgment-free space to process and heal. I’ve spent the last decade

Carlos Martinez, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Hawthorne, California Online 4 years experience
7.6 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Life events

Hi, thanks for reading. Tired of arguing? Wondering if you found the right partner? Are you thinking, I didn't sign up for this?   I work with couples who are looking to make their good marriages great. I specialize in working with

Eka Childs , Marriage & Family Therapist Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Los Angeles, California Online 10 years experience
7.6 miles away from Santa Monica
Specialties: Anger Management Anxiety Attachment Behavioral Issues

Trauma history does impact present relationships, so I support couples dealing with disheartening experiences who trust they deserve better. We can rebuild confidence in our ability to connect and we start with a brave look at our unique strengths to develop

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Brian and Maggie came into my office for couples counseling. It was the first session. They both initially ...
Allen Wagner, Marriage & Family Therapist Santa Monica, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Los Angeles, California Online + In-person 17 years experience
8.4 miles away from Santa Monica

I take a solution focused approach to couples counseling. Most struggles are actually quite common but just require the right tools and accountability structure.

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Therapy in Santa Monica: Cost, Availability, and Expert Statistics

Here's what therapy looks like in Santa Monica right now, based on 142 experts listed on Marriage.com - including average cost, session format availability, and therapist demographics.

Average session cost
$199
Most treated specialties
Anxiety, Relationship Issues
Average therapist experience
13 years
Session format availability
Online only 27% In-person only 6% Both formats 67%
Therapist gender breakdown
Female 63% Male 16% Non-binary/other 21%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in Santa Monica

How are marriage therapists verified in Santa Monica?

Every marriage therapist listed in Santa Monica is checked against its licensing board before we add them. That means confirming their license is active and checking their credentials. If you want the details, there's a verified badge on each profile you can click.

What should I look for when choosing a marriage therapist in Santa Monica?

Start with licensure: make sure they're actually licensed in Santa Monica. Then check whether they treat what you're dealing with, whether that's communication problems, anxiety, or something more specific. After that, look at insurance and cost, and decide if you want online sessions or in-person.

How much does therapy cost in Santa Monica?

Marriage therapists listed in Santa Monica charge an average of $199 per session. That number moves around depending on the therapist, how long the session runs, and whether insurance covers any of it, so check the actual rate on each profile.

Can I compare or message more than one therapist in Santa Monica before choosing?

Yes. You can look through as many profiles as you want, compare pricing and specialties, and message more than one therapist in Santa Monica before you book anything. There's no limit on how many you check out first.

Is online therapy available in Santa Monica?

Yes: 67% of marriage therapists listed in Santa Monica offer both online and in-person sessions, so you can pick whichever fits your schedule better.

Does Marriage.com work with therapists outside my state, or only local ones?

Only therapists licensed in Santa Monica will show up for you. That's not a Marriage.com rule, it's how therapy licensing works in general, even for online sessions. Filter by state and you'll see who's actually eligible to see you.

How do I find a marriage therapist in Santa Monica?

Search the directory for Santa Monica and filter by specialty, insurance, and session format, online or in-person. Each profile shows the therapist's license status, areas of focus, and accepted insurance, so you can compare before reaching out.

Do I need to create an account to search for a therapist in Santa Monica?

No. You can search and browse therapist profiles in Santa Monica without creating an account. You'll only need one when you're ready to book a session or message a therapist directly.

Is what I share with my marriage therapist confidential?

Yes. Licensed marriage therapists are bound by confidentiality laws and professional ethics codes, with limited exceptions required by law, such as risk of harm to yourself or others. It's worth asking your therapist about their specific confidentiality policy during your first session.

How quickly can I get an appointment in Santa Monica?

Availability varies by therapist. Many providers listed in Santa Monica are currently accepting new clients, so check individual profiles for current availability before reaching out.