The focus of Dr. Bonnie Goldstein’s work is to foster and heal  relationships through the lens of attachment theory, somatic and mindful  awareness, and the dynamic interaction of group psychotherapy. She  helps clients navigate through life’s complexities by addressing  developmental issues, family systems, grief and loss counseling for  children and adults, and transitions-to-adulthood. Her work integrates  traditional psychodynamic psychotherapy with progressive  psychotherapeutic interventions such as Sensorimotor Psychotherapy,  hypnosis, mindfulness exercises and EMDR. Dr. Goldstein holds dual licenses in the state of California in  Psychology and Social Work, completed her B.A. MSW, and Ph.D. at UCLA,  her Ed.M. at Harvard University, and teaches graduate students at USC’s  School of Social Work. She is certified in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy  and is the Southern California coordinator of the Sensorimotor  Psychotherapy Institute’s Trauma, Developmental/ Attachment, and  Certification trainings.

Nikki Nolet, a licensed psychotherapist, practices throughout the state of California and loves to help couples and individuals get their "wow" factor back into their relationships and feel emotionally connected, understood and appreciated towards a fulfilling sex life and deeper intimacy. Nikki is adamant about working with her clients and has been described as calm and kind yet directive in finding movement with her clients towards possibility. Nikki is a certified couples and sex therapist with AACAST and is pursuing her certification with AASECT. Nikki specializes in relational conflict, sexual issues, anxiety, desire discrepancy and other relational issues. Nikki has Advanced Certification as an Imago Relationship Therapist and as a Certified Accelerated Resolution Therapy and has received training in Encounter-Centered Couples Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), Postmodern Therapy and Critical Incident Stress Management. Nikki received her masters degree at Antioch University in Los Angeles and is currently pursuing her PhD in Clinical Sexology. Nikki is currently providing therapy online.

I am a first generation Iranian American Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living and practicing in Los Angeles. I provide online sessions with individuals and couples who feel they must balance multiples identities and want to learn how to increase closeness. With a background in community mental health and trauma focused lens, I take an intersectional approach to therapy. Two factors matter most when considering services: your own desire to receive support and your relationship with the therapist. Finding a therapist who you feel “gets you” and you feel safe with is essential. Please don’t hesitate to reach out for a 15 min free consultation to see if I am that fit. I welcome and work with couples of all kinds, including all genders and sexes, all sexual and gender identities and all types of relationships including monogamy, polyamory, or however else you identify. 

Dana Julian is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in Private Practice in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles, Ca. She is an AACAST certified couples and sex therapist, Dana has successfully completed EMDRIA approved EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) basic training part I & II. In addition to EMDR and talk therapy, she is also trained in TRM (Trauma Resiliency Model). Dana Has completed her first year of Hakomi, Mindfulness-Centered Somatic Psychotherapy and will begin her second year training in the Fall of 2022. All of these modalities are used in her practice. Dana received her undergraduate degree from New York University, and her Masters degree in Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy from Phillips Graduate Institute. While at SCCC (Southern California Counseling Center), she completed the extensive Couples Counseling/ Family Therapy Training Program. Dana helps clients successfully bridge the gap between sex and intimacy. She works extensively with couples and individuals to help them heal from a host of various sexual issues, along with depression, trauma, and anxiety issues. Her work combines psychodynamic psychotherapy, Gestalt, along with meditation and mindfulness.

Ron Crane, a Marriage and Family Therapist, received his Bachelor of Science and his Master of Science degrees from Kansas State University. He has done extensive post-graduate work at the University of Missouri, the University of Southern California, and the University of California at Los Angeles. He received a Doctor of Laws Degree, LLD (honoris causa) from International College in 1980 for his contributions to the Mental Health profession. Ron has been in the practice of psychotherapy for over forty-five years with special interest in: Individual and Couples Therapy, Gay and Lesbian Therapy, Sexual Therapy, and Addiction Therapy. He has been involved with: Sexual Abuse Treatment Centers, Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Youth Shelters and Family Services, the South Central Los Angeles Mental Rehabilitation Center, and various addiction treatment programs.

Dr. Tamara Sprigel is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Sex Therapist and a Diplomate in Sex Therapy with the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT). She is a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) with the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP). Dr. Sprigel is an experienced professional with over twenty years as a psychotherapist and sex therapist. She enjoys her work with couples and individuals on the many issues that confront people today. She deals with very personal and intimate problems in an atmosphere of acceptance and knowledge that people find comfortable and safe. In this way personal goals are more easily achieved.

Sharon Kane, MFT believes passionately in the power of the therapeutic relationship. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, she knows that training, experience and expertise are essential for a therapist, but it is ultimately the personal chemistry between therapist and client that determines the success of any treatment. Sharon encourages clients to explore the past, and as emotional issues surface she utilizes somatic techniques to reduce the effects of anxiety, depression and trauma that wreak havoc on the nervous system. Sharon also works to increase cognitive awareness and build better positive communication skills to help with life outside the therapy office. Sharon works with individuals, couples and teens and has completed training in couples and sex therapy through AACAST. Sharon works extensively with Emerging Adults (ages 18-35) as they navigate relationships and self-awareness, and offers a reduced fee to make counseling available.

Catherine Lockwood, a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, specializes in helping people recover efficiently and effectively from challenges such as relational, marital, family and sexual difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief, abuse, trauma and communication problems, and to live happier, more satisfying lives. She has a bachelor’s degree from the University of California at Berkeley and a master’s degree from Ryokan College. She has extensive post-graduate advanced education and experience in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), Couples and Sex Therapy, psychotherapy, trauma, and Dynamic Emotion-Focused Therapy (DEFT). Lockwood is a Guest Lecturer in the Couples & Sex Training Program, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She specializes in integrating Couples and Sex Therapy with ISTDP. She is a Certified Family Therapist through the American Association of Marriage & Family Therapists (AAMFT); a graduate of Trauma Treatment training with Sensorimotor Psychotherapy founder Pat Ogden; and has served as a clinical supervisor at the Southern California Counseling Center, Vista del Mar Child and Family Services, and the North Valley Youth & Family Center. She is a clinical member of the California Association of Marriage & Family Therapists (CAMFT), the American Association of Couples and Sex Therapists (AACAST), and the International Experiential Dynamic Therapy Association (IEDTA). She integrates Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic and Mindfulness-oriented approaches, and dream analysis into her work. She provides therapeutic treatment in both English and Spanish. LGBTQ and GLBTQ supportive and friendly.

Tamara Kline, MFT is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, AACAST Certified Couples and Sex Therapist, and adjunct supervisor for The Maple Counseling Center. Tamara completed her undergraduate degree from Mannes Conservatory of Music in New York City and her masters degree in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University in Los Angeles. She completed a fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and internships at Julian Ann Singer and The Maple Counseling Center in Beverly Hills. She has a private practice in Beverly Hills where she specializes in couples & sex therapy, parenting teenagers, LGBT issues, and anxiety & mood disorders. Her work integrates traditional psychodynamic psychotherapy with progressive psychotherapy including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and current trends in neuroscience. With sensitivity, compassion and attuned exploration, Tamara helps relationships evolve! She creates a comfortable environment where couples can talk about whatever concerns they may have, and teaches skills to enhance understanding, connection, and intimacy.

Bonnie Mark, LMFT is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and an AACAST certified couples and sex therapist. She earned her masters degree from Pacifica Graduate Institute and has completed Family Therapy and Mindful Parenting Programs at Southern California Counseling Center. In addition to training in EMDR and TRM, models for trauma resilience and reprocessing, Bonnie earned a certificate in Jungian Studies from the C. G. Jung Institute of Los Angeles. Her work with couples and individuals is informed by attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology, post-modern, imaginal and mindfulness traditions.