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Couples therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Top couples therapists in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles couples can access affordable, flexible therapy to improve communication and resolve conflict. Headway offers providers specializing in relationship therapy, marriage counseling, and discernment counseling, with many sessions covered by insurance. Find your ideal therapist from 2,815 licensed professionals available virtually or in-person.
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More that fifteen years of teaching English and drama at a Los Angeles public high school taught me many things - primarily, it taught me how often people's barriers to achievement are not due to any lack of skill or ability, but rather from emotional barriers stemming from stress, adversity and trauma. So, I went back to graduate school to pursue a new career as a therapist so that I could help in a different way. My training and experience has focused on treating anxiety disorders, PTSD (including Complex-PTSD) and also couples - helping them to navigate challenges and triggers so that they can reset and reconnect.
Let's start wherever you are. Stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Unmotivated? Feel like you're faking it through life? I'm with you. I welcome you to be heard, to let down and rest. I support you in working through past events, discovering your true self, and learning new skills to empower you. I work with individuals in person in my cozy office in Pasadena.
I am a recently licensed counseling psychologist with extensive training and experience in psychotherapy, assessment, and psychology research. I have provided individual, couples, and group therapy at the Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Center (now LGBT Center), the Los Angeles VA, the Boston VA, and Enki Health Services. I have enjoyed training and supervising student therapists at the University of West Georgia and the University of Redlands. I also teach psychology at UCLA Extension. In general, I am curious about the the human mind and I am dedicated to help others who are struggling.
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As a licensed therapist with both an MSW and a PhD in clinical practice and research, I bring a depth of academic knowledge and real-world experience to my work with individuals and couples. My approach is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and evidence-based strategies tailored to meet each client’s unique needs.
I specialize in helping people navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional resilience, and self-exploration. Whether you're seeking personal growth or looking to strengthen your connection with a partner, my goal is to create a safe, affirming space where meaningful insight and change can emerge.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps individuals and couples navigate life’s more difficult and complex experiences. I specialize in supporting patients in understanding how past experiences impact present-day challenges, so they can move toward a more fulfilling, authentic, and connected life.
Dr. Bacher is a holistic, trauma-informed psychologist with over 15 years experience working at many of the top residential treatment centers in the U.S. and Europe. He specializes in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, and addiction. Dr. Bacher completed his undergraduate work in Psychology at Georgetown University, and his Masters and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. His dissertation research focused on Positive Psychology--specifically meaning making--and how to cultivate positive strengths in individuals.
Shana Bujake is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. She specializes in working with individuals who are recovering from narcissistic abuse, navigating life transitions, or struggling with relationship challenges and self-worth.
With a strong background in trauma-informed care, she provides a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, gain clarity, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. Her work is deeply rooted in helping clients build resilience and create meaningful change in their lives.
About our couples therapists located within 20 miles of Los Angeles, CA
- 97%Anxiety
- 97%Relationship issues
- 89%Stress management
- 86%Trauma
- 85%Depression
- 98%Aetna
- 58%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 58%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 49%Providence Health Plan
- 45%Cigna
- 100%English
- 11%Spanish
- 3%Arabic
- 3%French
- 2%Armenian
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
- 78%Woman
- 20%Man
- 2%Non-binary
- 65%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 14%Clinical Psychologist
- 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 100%Individual therapy
- 65%Couples therapy
- 42%Family therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right couples therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your relationship — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Couples Therapist in Los Angeles
Searching for couples therapists in Los Angeles starts with understanding what you and your partner want to work on together. Couples therapy in Los Angeles may focus on communication patterns, recurring conflict, trust after infidelity, major life changes, parenting disagreements, or premarital counseling. Not all therapists have specific training in couples counseling, so look for licensed marriage and family therapists or therapists who list couples-focused approaches, such as the Gottman Method or emotionally focused therapy, in their profiles.
LA has many therapists across neighborhoods like Hollywood, Silver Lake, Westwood, Koreatown, and the Valley, which can make the search feel broad without clear filters. For couples, logistics matter because one therapist needs to fit both partners’ schedules, location preferences, and session format. Some people prefer an in-person office that works with their commute, while others choose virtual appointments to make scheduling easier. Read therapist bios before booking to understand how each therapist structures couples sessions, supports both partners, and approaches relationship counseling.
Los Angeles couples therapy can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before starting care. Headway helps you find couples therapists who are accepting new patients, review detailed profiles, check estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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