Santa Monica Therapists specializing in Depression

Elizabeth Wood, MFT, PhD Student

I use effective evidence-based treatments for people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief.

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Taylor Bowman

I work with young adults and millennials who are tired of struggling with anxiety, depression, attachment, breakups and difficult family dynamics. If you feel as if you've lost a sense of connection to yourself, we'll work together to regain self-trust so that you can move confidently through life. My role is to assist in maximizing what is working and minimize what isn't while finding glimmers of joy along the way. Working with clients who are ready to step into their power is what I do best.

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Rubin Khoddam

I strive to come from a place of compassion and empathy because, as humans, we all have patterns, messages, and lessons that show up in our lives. The more conscious and mindful we can become of these patterns, the more freedom we can have from them. My goal in therapy is to utilize evidence-based treatments to help you understand these themes so that you can gain the tools, insights, and skills necessary to live the life you want.

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David Watson

Finding meaning in life, healing, becoming whole again, & thriving (not just surviving) are examples of potential goals for our time together. Within that framework, we can customize our work to meet and embrace your unique personality & needs. A couple of meaningful quotes: “You are not meant for crawling. So don't. You have wings. Learn to use them and fly." ~ Jalal al-Din Rumi (13th-century Persian poet and Sufi mystic) “The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.” ~ Carl Jung

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Damon Dodge

I often see driven professionals in high-pressure environments. Many of my clients are men, trying therapy for the first time or continuing work they've already started. Clients generally come to see me to work through stress, anxiety (especially social anxiety), depression, life transitions and trauma. I'm also trained and passionate about working with the broader LGBTQ+ population.

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Shannon Thomas

Hello! I am a licensed psychologist in both therapy and assessment. My testing expertise is assessment for ADHD, anxiety, mood, learning disorders, neuropsychological issues, & pre-adoption evaluations. I offer testing in-person and virtual testing. My therapy specialty is individual and couples therapy for ADHD, anxiety, and relationship/communication issues. As issues with motivation, attention & sleep commonly go hand-in-hand, I am a certified sleep therapist & certified in ADHD Management.

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Brooke Taylor

I work with individuals who are struggling with emotional overwhelm, self-doubt, and challenging relational dynamics. If you feel disconnected from your true self, find yourself overextending in relationships, or feel stuck in unhelpful patterns, I can help. My clients are people who want to break free from limiting beliefs, heal from past experiences, and create more fulfilling, authentic lives and relationships.

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Carrie Rutman

I specialize in helping men navigate life transitions, anxiety, relationship challenges, career stress, and the pressure to meet expectations. For many men, seeking therapy isn't the first choice—it can feel unfamiliar or unnecessary. But that’s why it matters. Therapy is different from talking to friends. Friends mean well, but they bring their own biases. In therapy, the focus is all on you—a space to be honest without judgment and gain tools for real change.

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Sam Naimi

My practice primarily serves individuals – kids, teens, and adults – who are motivated to learn more about their inner worlds and how they relate to others.

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Jeff Chan (Creely)

In West Hollywood, I help people who feel stuck, whether in anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or life transitions. My approach is warm, direct, and focused on depth of understanding that leads to lasting change. I have expertise in working with sexuality, gender identity, and discomfort with our body. Sometimes we feel like we don't fit with the world around us or even within ourselves. No matter where you’re starting, we’ll work together to help you move forward toward what you want.

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Patricia James

Complex or relational trauma can show up as overwhelming emotions, depression, anxiety, or problems building or keeping relationships. It can also show up as symptoms of post traumatic stress or PTSD. Whether you need help navigating current stress, or processing and resolving problems rooted in past experiences, we can work together to build skills to manage emotions in the present while uncovering glimmers of hope to move forward through darkness toward healing.

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Emily Miles

If you found me, you may struggle to find self confidence or a positive relationship with yourself, you may also feel anxious or depressed. Your self defeating thoughts may be debilitating. Perhaps your relationships suffer. You aren't feeling like your authentic self and it takes a toll on your mental health.

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Alli Georgiev

I work with adults navigating life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and substance use recovery. I also work with teens in a limited capacity, helping them manage the pressures of growing up and build resilience. My goal is to meet you where you are and support you in creating meaningful change.

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Lucy Cotter

My couples and individual clients have many varied backgrounds, professions, and world views. I consider my clients to be the experts on their own experiences as they teach me about their unique histories, cultures, orientations, and preferences. As a fine artist, I often work with creative clients such as artists, writers, directors, musicians, and actors. I look forward to learning about you and your own lived experiences.

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Jennifer Hamrock

I work collaboratively with my clients to find out what works for them and their situation. I am an integrative therapist, tailoring approaches to fit each client’s needs. Although asking for help can be difficult, know that I will be there to support your journey from the very first phone call all the way through to your discharge session. Together we can uncover underlying reasons for behaviors and emotions and address those to learn healthier, more productive, and beneficial ways.

Rodman Walsh

My clients describe me as warm, empathic, supportive, direct, insightful and active in the therapy. Many of my clients are focusing to improve their lives, relationships, patterns of behavior, find new coping skills and tools, heal from past events, and better understand themselves. Whether it is anxiety, depression, substance use & addiction, trauma, stage of life or personal growth and career focus, we will find ways to navigate these challenges together and build a stronger sense of self.

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Jessica Ivener

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by life’s challenges? Perhaps you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, or a sense of emptiness that’s hard to explain. Maybe you’re carrying past wounds or navigating a transition that feels impossible to handle alone. Whatever your pain, you don’t have to face it by yourself. Your story matters, and I’m here to listen, understand, and support you every step of the way.

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Rachel Leslie Gonzalez

I'm passionate about helping individuals explore their connections to culture, family, and past experiences to foster growth. As a queer Filipina therapist, I specialize in working with adults, immigrants/children of immigrants, the LGBTQIA+ population and other BIPOC individuals.

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Toby Barron

For over 10 years, I've gotten to help clients navigate: gender identity, medical & social gender transition, GAS surgery prep & letters, coming out, self-esteem, HIV/AIDS, nonmonogamy, kink, stigma, & building healthy relationships. My liberation-focused framework is collaborative, affirming, & intersectional. Beyond queer-specific issues, my focus also includes EMDR, trauma recovery, PTSD, ADHD, autism, neurodiversity, depression, anxiety, & recovery from unhealthy/narcissistic relationships.

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Stephanie Sandoval

I am passionate about supporting clients on their own journeys of self-exploration, reflection, and development through talk therapy. I’m also the founder of Collective Space Therapy, promoting and advocating emotional and mental health for all people and communities in San Diego.

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