Life Transitions therapists in Manhattan Beach, California CA
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Life Transitions
Jaclyn Epstein-Calvert
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT
Life transitions can bring both opportunity and uncertainty. I work with adults and parents who are navigating major changes such as becoming a parent, shifts in relationships, career changes, relocation, or other periods of personal growth and adjustment. Even positive changes can create stress, self-doubt, or a sense of feeling ungrounded.
In therapy, we create space to slow down and make sense of these transitions. My approach integrates relational and neuroscience-informed perspectives to help clients better understand their emotional responses, clarify what matters most to them, and move through change with greater confidence and self-understanding. Together, we work to build resilience and support clients in navigating new chapters in a way that feels authentic and aligned with their values.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Manhattan Beach, CA
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California
Life Transitions
Tracey Kiernan
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Major life changes, including perimenopause, can feel destabilizing physically, emotionally, and relationally. I help you make sense of what you’re experiencing, find your footing, and move through transitions with more clarity and self-trust.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Manhattan Beach, CA
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California
Life Transitions
J. Rosalyn Diehl
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPPC, LPC
Life transitions can bring uncertainty, stress, and shifts in how you see yourself and your relationships. Whether you’re navigating changes in a relationship, career, or family dynamic, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of your next step. I help women gain clarity, process these changes, and move forward with greater confidence, stability, and a stronger sense of self.
12 Years Experience
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California (Online Only)
Life Transitions
Alyssa Habschmidt
Therapist, AMFT
Life transitions can bring up fear, stress, uncertainty, and overwhelm—even when the change is positive and deeply wanted. Whether you're navigating shifts in relationships, career, family, relocation, or becoming a parent, you don't have to do it alone. I can help you process change, gain clarity, and move forward with greater confidence and self-trust.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Manhattan Beach, CA
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California
Life Transitions
Danielle Esses
Psychologist, PsyD
Periods of change—even positive ones—can bring uncertainty, anxiety, or a sense of losing your footing. Therapy focuses on helping you make sense of what’s shifting, stay grounded through the transition, and move forward in a way that feels intentional rather than reactive.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Manhattan Beach, CA
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California
Life Transitions
Dr. Jag Soni
Psychologist, Ph.D., HSPP, PCC, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Whether you are starting a new career or entering retirement, major Life Transitions often trigger a loss of "place" and internal friction. With 35 years of experience, I help you manage the anxiety of the unknown and the identity shifts that accompany change. We work together to uncover the root of your hesitation and foster the resilience needed to step into your next chapter with confidence and clarity. I provide a safe, expert Telehealth environment to ensure your transition leads to an authentic and manageable future. Schedule your first appointment to begin.
36 Years Experience
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California (Online Only)
Life Transitions
LaTianna Williams, Therapy, Sexology, and Holistic Tantra
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, CTRS, ABS
Life transitions can leave you feeling uncertain, ungrounded, or overwhelmed as you navigate change. Whether you are moving through a career shift, breakup or divorce, relocation, midlife crisis, identity changes, parenthood, aging, loss, or a major personal reinvention, even positive changes can bring stress, confusion, grief, and anxiety about what comes next.
As a therapist, sexologist, and tantra practitioner, I help clients move through periods of transition with clarity, emotional support, and deeper self-understanding. Together, we explore what is ending, what is emerging, and what may be ready to shift within you so you can make decisions from a more grounded and aligned place.
This work is about helping you move through change with greater stability, self-trust, and intention so you can step into the next chapter of your life with more confidence, direction, and inner connection.
8 Years Experience
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California (Online Only)
Life Transitions
David Sudyka
Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Major life changes can feel overwhelming, even when they are positive. Whether you are dealing with a career shift, relocation, relationship change, or another transition, it can bring uncertainty and stress. In therapy we will make sense of where you are, clarify what matters to you, and work through changes in a way that feels steady and intentional. The goal is to help you navigate change with more confidence and direction.
4 Years Experience
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California (Online Only)
Life Transitions
Dr. Michael Marossy
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Major life transitions can create uncertainty, emotional stress, and a loss of stability even when the changes themselves are positive or expected. Transitions related to career changes, relationships, marriage, parenthood, relocation, identity development, spiritual change, aging, or shifting life roles can leave people feeling overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or uncertain about who they are and how to move forward.
Therapy can provide support and clarity during periods of transition by helping clients process difficult emotions, navigate uncertainty, strengthen coping skills, and better understand the deeper personal and relational themes emerging during times of change. My approach focuses on helping clients move through transitions with greater self-awareness, resilience, and intentionality.
8 Years Experience
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California (Online Only)
Life Transitions
Amber McKinney-Morgan
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW
Major life changes—whether chosen or unexpected—can bring uncertainty, stress, and identity shifts. I help clients navigate transitions with greater clarity and resilience, supporting both the emotional experience and practical adjustments. Together, we work to help you feel grounded and confident in what comes next.
8 Years Experience
Online in Manhattan Beach, CA California (Online Only)
Life Transitions therapists in Manhattan Beach, California Statistics
Life Transitions therapists in Manhattan Beach, California average 13 years of experience and charge around $194 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Psychodynamic Therapy (43%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (41%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$194
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 18% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 41% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 35% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 35% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Men |
| 35% | Black / African American |
| 33% | Hispanic / Latino |