AACAST CERTIFIED THERAPIST DIRECTORY
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323-205-5027
patrick@patrickjensen.com
Hollywood,
CA
90068
Patrick Jensen, MFT was fundamental in the creation of AACAST as a membership organization and also one of the very first AACAST Certified Couples and Sex Therapists, trained directly by AACAST co-founder Dr. Walter Brackelmanns. Patrick received training in psychodynamic psychotherapy working with individuals, families and children at The Maple Counseling Center in Beverly Hills, CA, as well as training in solution-focused, LGBT-affirmative psychotherapy at the LA LGBT Center in Hollywood, CA. He has also received specialized training in working with trauma and anger management issues, an ABIP-certified Domestic Violence Counselor, and an EMDRIA-certified EMDR Therapist. Previously the Director of Marketing, Patrick is currently Co-Director of the Couples and Sex Therapy Training Program of the Department of Adult Psychiatry, the Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Patrick's approach to therapy is both relational and solution focused, and includes information about the skills and self awareness needed to establish and maintain healthy relationships. His work is characterized by intuition, compassion, optimism and collaboration. Patrick is straightforward without being harsh, and encouraging without applying pressure. Patrick is in private practice in Hollywood, CA.
323-205-5027
patrick@patrickjensen.com
Hollywood,
CA
90068
Patrick Jensen, MFT was fundamental in the creation of AACAST as a membership organization and also one of the very first AACAST Certified Couples and Sex Therapists, trained directly by AACAST co-founder Dr. Walter Brackelmanns. Patrick received training in psychodynamic psychotherapy working with individuals, families and children at The Maple Counseling Center in Beverly Hills, CA, as well as training in solution-focused, LGBT-affirmative psychotherapy at the LA LGBT Center in Hollywood, CA. He has also received specialized training in working with trauma and anger management issues, an ABIP-certified Domestic Violence Counselor, and an EMDRIA-certified EMDR Therapist. Previously the Director of Marketing, Patrick is currently Co-Director of the Couples and Sex Therapy Training Program of the Department of Adult Psychiatry, the Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Patrick's approach to therapy is both relational and solution focused, and includes information about the skills and self awareness needed to establish and maintain healthy relationships. His work is characterized by intuition, compassion, optimism and collaboration. Patrick is straightforward without being harsh, and encouraging without applying pressure. Patrick is in private practice in Hollywood, CA.
310-388-7779
yisraelah@gmail.com
Rancho Cucamonga,
CA
91737
Los Angeles,
CA
90019
Yisraela Hayman, MFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has a private practice in Beverly Hills and works with individuals, couples and families. Yisraela is AACAST certified and a member of AASECT, and provides sex therapy to both heterosexual as well as LGBTQ clients. As a graduate of Antioch University Los Angeles LGBT Specialization, she has training in LGBT Affirmative Psychotherapy and has presented to other therapist workshops on Lesbian Sexuality and LGBTQ Affirmative Psychotherapy. Yisraela has worked extensively within the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer & questioning communities and has a keen awareness of the many challenges and issues, LGBTQ people face. She works with clients who are struggling coming to terms with their sexuality as well as people who are very comfortable with their sexuality but want to see a lesbian therapist because she has an insider’s understanding of the nuances of being part of the LGBTQ community.
310-388-7779
yisraelah@gmail.com
Rancho Cucamonga,
CA
91737
Los Angeles,
CA
90019
Yisraela Hayman, MFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has a private practice in Beverly Hills and works with individuals, couples and families. Yisraela is AACAST certified and a member of AASECT, and provides sex therapy to both heterosexual as well as LGBTQ clients. As a graduate of Antioch University Los Angeles LGBT Specialization, she has training in LGBT Affirmative Psychotherapy and has presented to other therapist workshops on Lesbian Sexuality and LGBTQ Affirmative Psychotherapy. Yisraela has worked extensively within the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer & questioning communities and has a keen awareness of the many challenges and issues, LGBTQ people face. She works with clients who are struggling coming to terms with their sexuality as well as people who are very comfortable with their sexuality but want to see a lesbian therapist because she has an insider’s understanding of the nuances of being part of the LGBTQ community.
310-461-8298
Lindsey@Relational-Therapy.com
Los Angeles,
CA
90036
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in Private Practice in mid-city Los Angeles. I am an AACAST Certified Couples and Sex Therapist and I work extensively with couples and individuals of various cultural and sexual orientations in my practice. I am also trained in somatic trauma modalities including EMDR and TRM. I believe a holistic and integrated: body, mind, heart and relational approach is most successful. I believe what you experience in the therapy room is a microcosm of other dynamics, and that together we will bring awareness to what they are in a practical, helpful and constructive way. I am very goal oriented and my primary focus is deepening your attachment and intimacy to your partner so that you may achieve a more wholehearted, satisfying and intimate connection. I am located on Wilshire Boulevard, between San Vicente and Fairfax.
310-461-8298
Lindsey@Relational-Therapy.com
Los Angeles,
CA
90036
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in Private Practice in mid-city Los Angeles. I am an AACAST Certified Couples and Sex Therapist and I work extensively with couples and individuals of various cultural and sexual orientations in my practice. I am also trained in somatic trauma modalities including EMDR and TRM. I believe a holistic and integrated: body, mind, heart and relational approach is most successful. I believe what you experience in the therapy room is a microcosm of other dynamics, and that together we will bring awareness to what they are in a practical, helpful and constructive way. I am very goal oriented and my primary focus is deepening your attachment and intimacy to your partner so that you may achieve a more wholehearted, satisfying and intimate connection. I am located on Wilshire Boulevard, between San Vicente and Fairfax.
323-963-3183
tonydavistherapy@gmail.com
West Hollywood,
CA
90046
Tony Davis is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFC81838) and AACAST certified couples and sex therapist in private practice. Centrally located in West Hollywood, he works with both couples and individuals on relationship, dating, and sex issues. Tony works actively with clients, helping them to identify the problem and come up with working responses and actions. He helps clients to communicate without criticism or defensiveness so that conflict can result in greater intimacy and closeness. His practice offers helpful resources and education around sexual concerns, attraction, desire, and love. Tony works with both heterosexual and gay clients, recognizing that while relationship issues may be similar, context is not. He is available on Saturdays, as well as some weekdays and nights.
323-963-3183
tonydavistherapy@gmail.com
West Hollywood,
CA
90046
Tony Davis is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFC81838) and AACAST certified couples and sex therapist in private practice. Centrally located in West Hollywood, he works with both couples and individuals on relationship, dating, and sex issues. Tony works actively with clients, helping them to identify the problem and come up with working responses and actions. He helps clients to communicate without criticism or defensiveness so that conflict can result in greater intimacy and closeness. His practice offers helpful resources and education around sexual concerns, attraction, desire, and love. Tony works with both heterosexual and gay clients, recognizing that while relationship issues may be similar, context is not. He is available on Saturdays, as well as some weekdays and nights.
310-995-3228
lizselzerlang@gmail.com
Los Angeles,
CA
90048
Liz is an AASECT-certified sex therapist and licensed MFT in the State of California (MFC #53198) with a private practice in mid-city Los Angeles. Alongside my clinical work, I have taught Human Sexuality and Advanced Human Sexuality to graduate psychology students at Ryokan University. I work with individuals with a range of mental health concerns and am trained to work collaboratively with other healthcare providers to address most sexual health disorders. I enjoy working with couples presenting with relational and sexual issues including: mismatched desire; transitioning from monogamy to Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM); recovering from betrayal; loss of libido; the impact of sexual trauma; and problematic desires. I am Poly- and Kink-affirming as well as an ally for members of the LGBTQIA community, as I grew up in a queer context in the Midwest. I am trained in the Trauma Resilience Model (Level 1) and have experience working with dual diagnosis clients in early sobriety. My approach is integrative, blending psychodynamic, mindfulness-based CBT, and somatic interventions to help clients develop self- and other-acceptance.
310-995-3228
lizselzerlang@gmail.com
Los Angeles,
CA
90048
Liz is an AASECT-certified sex therapist and licensed MFT in the State of California (MFC #53198) with a private practice in mid-city Los Angeles. Alongside my clinical work, I have taught Human Sexuality and Advanced Human Sexuality to graduate psychology students at Ryokan University. I work with individuals with a range of mental health concerns and am trained to work collaboratively with other healthcare providers to address most sexual health disorders. I enjoy working with couples presenting with relational and sexual issues including: mismatched desire; transitioning from monogamy to Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM); recovering from betrayal; loss of libido; the impact of sexual trauma; and problematic desires. I am Poly- and Kink-affirming as well as an ally for members of the LGBTQIA community, as I grew up in a queer context in the Midwest. I am trained in the Trauma Resilience Model (Level 1) and have experience working with dual diagnosis clients in early sobriety. My approach is integrative, blending psychodynamic, mindfulness-based CBT, and somatic interventions to help clients develop self- and other-acceptance.
310-373-9464
drsarahharper@gmail.com
Torrance,
CA
90505
Sarah Harper, D.O. is a licensed physician and a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in private practice in the Southbay of Los Angeles. She graduated from the Harbor UCLA Psychiatry Residency Training Program and the Couples and Sex Therapy Training Course at UCLA. Her practice focus is general adult psychiatry and her treatment methods include both medication management and psychotherapy. She is an active member of the American Psychiatric Association, the Southern California Psychiatric Society, the American Medical Association, and AACAST. Her physician license is maintained through the Osteopathic Medical Board of California.
310-373-9464
drsarahharper@gmail.com
Torrance,
CA
90505
Sarah Harper, D.O. is a licensed physician and a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in private practice in the Southbay of Los Angeles. She graduated from the Harbor UCLA Psychiatry Residency Training Program and the Couples and Sex Therapy Training Course at UCLA. Her practice focus is general adult psychiatry and her treatment methods include both medication management and psychotherapy. She is an active member of the American Psychiatric Association, the Southern California Psychiatric Society, the American Medical Association, and AACAST. Her physician license is maintained through the Osteopathic Medical Board of California.
310-474-0354
markwinitsky@gmail.com
Los Angeles,
CA
90024
Mark Winitsky, a Marriage and Family Therapist, is a graduate of Antioch University Los Angeles. In addition to being an AACAST certified couples and sex therapist, Mark has completed the Family Therapy Training Program at the Southern California Counseling Center and has had five years of training at the Pacific Gestalt Institute. He is a member of the International Association for Psychoanalytic Self Psychology and is particularly interested in issues related to cultural and lifestyle diversity. Mark is a highly experienced therapist who provides opportunities for growth and self awareness to individuals and couples.
310-474-0354
markwinitsky@gmail.com
Los Angeles,
CA
90024
Mark Winitsky, a Marriage and Family Therapist, is a graduate of Antioch University Los Angeles. In addition to being an AACAST certified couples and sex therapist, Mark has completed the Family Therapy Training Program at the Southern California Counseling Center and has had five years of training at the Pacific Gestalt Institute. He is a member of the International Association for Psychoanalytic Self Psychology and is particularly interested in issues related to cultural and lifestyle diversity. Mark is a highly experienced therapist who provides opportunities for growth and self awareness to individuals and couples.
818-540-8657
wendy@drwendycherry.com
Encino,
91436
Wendy Cherry, co-founder of AACAST, is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in Encino, specializing in couples and sex therapy. Wendy trained with renowned couples and sex therapist Dr. Walter Brackelmanns for almost two decades and is also part of Dr. Allan Schore's Right Brain Psychotherapy Study Group. Wendy combines an empathic therapeutic stance with a straightforward approach, balancing an understanding presence with the actual "work" of therapy. Wendy currently offers both in person and telehealth appointments.
818-540-8657
wendy@drwendycherry.com
Encino,
91436
Wendy Cherry, co-founder of AACAST, is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in Encino, specializing in couples and sex therapy. Wendy trained with renowned couples and sex therapist Dr. Walter Brackelmanns for almost two decades and is also part of Dr. Allan Schore's Right Brain Psychotherapy Study Group. Wendy combines an empathic therapeutic stance with a straightforward approach, balancing an understanding presence with the actual "work" of therapy. Wendy currently offers both in person and telehealth appointments.
310-889-8530
alexandrapinkustherapy@gmail.com
Santa Monica,
CA
90405
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an AACAST Certified Couples and Sex Therapist in Private Practice in Santa Monica. I have worked extensively with individuals and couples with a wide range of personal and relational struggles. My primary focus is communication. More specifically, learning how to express feelings so that needs can bet met more directly, and learning how to listen so that the our partners feel understood and cared for. Without these tools (which are rarely taught to anyone), partners may find themselves stuck in a conflictual and/or disconnecting dance familiar to many. For some partners, it may feel that they have lost their voice or even their sense of self in the relationship. Perhaps it feels like nothing they do is ever good enough and that the best option is to shutdown and disengage. For other partners, being repeatedly shut out of their partners' lives, it may feel like they can never be connected or feel close. Whatever the experience may be, it is not unlikely that each of these partners feels alone. As a certified couples and sex therapist, trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Interanalytic Couples Therapy, and Couples EMDR, I will teach each of you how to communicate about your feelings and expereince, as well as how to truly listen empathetically. Once you begin to do this effectively, it is my experience that you will each begin to understand your partner, feel recognized for who you are in turn, and ultimately feel loved and connected in a way that you have not felt before. I am located in Santa Monica in the Ocean Park area.
310-889-8530
alexandrapinkustherapy@gmail.com
Santa Monica,
CA
90405
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an AACAST Certified Couples and Sex Therapist in Private Practice in Santa Monica. I have worked extensively with individuals and couples with a wide range of personal and relational struggles. My primary focus is communication. More specifically, learning how to express feelings so that needs can bet met more directly, and learning how to listen so that the our partners feel understood and cared for. Without these tools (which are rarely taught to anyone), partners may find themselves stuck in a conflictual and/or disconnecting dance familiar to many. For some partners, it may feel that they have lost their voice or even their sense of self in the relationship. Perhaps it feels like nothing they do is ever good enough and that the best option is to shutdown and disengage. For other partners, being repeatedly shut out of their partners' lives, it may feel like they can never be connected or feel close. Whatever the experience may be, it is not unlikely that each of these partners feels alone. As a certified couples and sex therapist, trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Interanalytic Couples Therapy, and Couples EMDR, I will teach each of you how to communicate about your feelings and expereince, as well as how to truly listen empathetically. Once you begin to do this effectively, it is my experience that you will each begin to understand your partner, feel recognized for who you are in turn, and ultimately feel loved and connected in a way that you have not felt before. I am located in Santa Monica in the Ocean Park area.
800-844-4545
lea@santamonicacounselingcenter.com
Santa Monica,
CA
90401
Lea Roussos, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, has a Master's degree from Antioch University in Psychology, and a Master's degree from the American Graduate School of International Management. She has 15 years experience as a psychotherapist and international businesswoman. Lea is an AACAST Certified Couples & Sex Therapist, and an adjunct Supervisor at Southern California Counseling Center. She is Executive Director of Santa Monica Counseling Center, which offers services for individuals, couples, and families. Lea specializes in couples therapy, and individuals struggling with all types of eating disorders. She has experience with EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing), TRM (trauma resiliency model)and MBSR (mindfulness based stress reduction) to work through all types of trauma. Lea believes in the innate strength of her clients and helps couples and individuals move through difficult life challenges in an attuned, compassionate manner.
800-844-4545
lea@santamonicacounselingcenter.com
Santa Monica,
CA
90401
Lea Roussos, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, has a Master's degree from Antioch University in Psychology, and a Master's degree from the American Graduate School of International Management. She has 15 years experience as a psychotherapist and international businesswoman. Lea is an AACAST Certified Couples & Sex Therapist, and an adjunct Supervisor at Southern California Counseling Center. She is Executive Director of Santa Monica Counseling Center, which offers services for individuals, couples, and families. Lea specializes in couples therapy, and individuals struggling with all types of eating disorders. She has experience with EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing), TRM (trauma resiliency model)and MBSR (mindfulness based stress reduction) to work through all types of trauma. Lea believes in the innate strength of her clients and helps couples and individuals move through difficult life challenges in an attuned, compassionate manner.