Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Tarzana, CA
Browse Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Tarzana, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
HSP
Sam Naimi
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, Psychotherapist, Psychoanalyst
High sensitivity is a finely tuned way of taking in the world; it's not a flaw or weakness at all. Highly sensitive people experience emotions, relationships, and environments with unusual depth and intensity. In analytic work, we explore how this sensitivity has been shaped by early experiences and how it can become a source of strength rather than overwhelm, allowing for greater steadiness, meaning, and self-trust over time.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Tarzana, CA
Online in Tarzana, CA
HSP
Layla Ashley Psychotherapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Highly sensitive people (HSP) often experience emotions, environments, and relationships more intensely. As an HSP myself, I can help you understand your sensitivity as a strength while learning ways to protect your energy and maintain balance.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Tarzana, CA
Online in Tarzana, CA
HSP
Josie Munroe, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist
As a Highly Sensitive Person, you process the world in a uniquely deep way - emotionally, physically, and mentally. That can mean, however, that you often face overstimulation and overwhelm. But sensitivity isn’t a flaw, and with the right support, it can be a powerful strength.
16 Years Experience
Online in Tarzana, CA (Online Only)
HSP
Dr. George Lough
Psychologist, Ph.D., S.E.P.
Psychotherapy can give the HSP understanding, compassion, and help adjusting to an over-stimulating world.
48 Years Experience
Online in Tarzana, CA (Online Only)
HSP
Dr. Jag Soni
Psychologist, Ph.D., HSPP, PCC, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
For the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), the world can often feel overwhelming, leading to chronic overstimulation and a sense of being "too much." Drawing on 35 years of expertise, I help you reframe your sensitivity from a burden into a profound strength. We work together to develop the internal boundaries and shifts necessary to navigate high-intensity environments while honoring your unique depth of processing. In a secure and private Telehealth setting, I provide an expert space to help you build a life that feels balanced and authentic. Contact me to schedule your first appointment.
36 Years Experience
Online in Tarzana, CA (Online Only)
HSP
Danielle Esses
Psychologist, PsyD
Being highly sensitive can mean feeling deeply affected by relationships, stress, criticism, or the emotional tone around you. Therapy can help you better understand your sensitivity, reduce overwhelm, and respond to your emotions in ways that feel both effective and self-validating.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Tarzana, CA
Online in Tarzana, CA
HSP
PBA Psychology Group, Inc.
Psychologist, Clinical and Forensic Psychology
Having a therapist who can help you understand the origins and impact of sensitivity is an important part of being able to move forward in a positive way in your life. Being a HSP requires compassion and the development of skills to manage the challenges of daily living and interpersonal functioning.
30 Years Experience
In-Person Near Tarzana, CA
Online in Tarzana, CA
HSP
Tracey Kiernan
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Being highly sensitive can feel overwhelming in a fast-paced, demanding world. I help you understand and work with your sensitivity as a strength, while building tools to feel more regulated and grounded.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Tarzana, CA
Online in Tarzana, CA
HSP
Stephanie Morfitt, LCSW More Fit Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
When You Feel Everything Deeply
If you’ve ever been told you’re “too sensitive,” “too emotional,” or that you “care too much,” you may be what’s known as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) — someone whose nervous system is more finely tuned to the world around them. I understand this on a personal level — I’m an HSP myself. Being highly sensitive is not a flaw; it’s a temperament trait shared by about 20% of people. It means your mind and body process information and emotion more deeply. You notice subtleties, feel others’ moods, and reflect deeply — yet that same sensitivity can make life feel overwhelming, especially when faced with stress, criticism, or conflict.
In therapy, we’ll use a structured, evidence-based approach called TEAM-CBT to help you embrace sensitivity as a strength while learning tools to manage its challenges. Together, we’ll focus on:
Calming the inner critic that tells you you’re “too much”
Reducing anxiety and emotional exhaustion from overstimulation
Setting healthy boundaries without guilt
Building confidence to share your true self with others
Developing emotional tools that turn sensitivity into insight and intuition
Our work will be both structured and gentle — blending neuroscience, mindfulness, and humor to help you feel grounded, capable, and at peace in your own skin.
I BELIEVE:
Sensitivity is not weakness — it’s awareness, empathy, and depth.
You can be both strong and soft, confident and cautious, independent and deeply connected.
Boundaries are not walls; they’re invitations to authentic connection.
You deserve a life that feels calm, balanced, and safe for your sensitive nervous system.
Healing doesn’t mean hardening — it means learning to stay open without being overwhelmed.
Also Integrated In Our Work:
• Interpersonal Work – to strengthen connection and empower you to be yourself using The 5 Secrets of Effective Communication
• Mindful Self-Compassion – to cultivate a gentler, kinder inner voice through the work of Dr. Kristin Neff
• Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) – to regulate the nervous system and support trauma recovery alongside cognitive tools for a well-rounded approach
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Tarzana, CA
Online in Tarzana, CA
HSP
Marina Edelman | TrueMe Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
We support highly sensitive individuals in managing overwhelm, emotional intensity, and boundary challenges. Clients learn to view sensitivity as a strength rather than a liability.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Tarzana, CA
Online in Tarzana, CA
Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Tarzana, CA Statistics
Highly Sensitive Person therapists in Tarzana, CA average 14 years of experience and charge around $212 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (53%), Psychodynamic Therapy (53%), and Somatic Therapy (53%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$212
Accept insurance
26%
Offer sliding scale
60%
Gender ID
| 76% |
Female |
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| 17% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
Online Only |
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| 45% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 53% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 53% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 53% | Somatic Therapy |
| 49% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 47% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 45% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 43% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 70% | Women |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Men |
| 34% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 32% | Asian |