Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Topanga, California CA
Topanga Therapists (Statistics)
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$195
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 77% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 66% | Depression |
| 59% | Stress |
| 59% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 49% | Self Esteem |
| 49% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 43% | Loss or Grief |
We are proud to feature top rated Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Topanga. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Guzel Safina
Therapist, MA, MS, NCC, LMFT
Sometimes life can look great on the outside, but inside, something just feels off. You might feel a little disconnected, uncertain about your future, or like something is missing, even if everything seems fine to others.
Therapy gives you a space to slow down, check in with yourself, and figure out what really matters. It’s a chance to reflect on what’s going on in your life, get clear on what you want, and find your way forward - without all the pressure. Whether you’re navigating some tough questions or just need someone to talk to, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and find more balance.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Topanga, CA
Online in Topanga, CA California
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Annalisa Barrett
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I offer both in person and virtual therapy. My sessions are 50 mins long. I treat both individuals and couples using a variety of treatment modalities. You are welcome to a free initial 15 min consultation prior to scheduling a session.
I cater my work to my client's individual needs. Collaboratively we will determine the direction of treatment. I am looking forward to connecting with you.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Topanga, CA
Online in Topanga, CA California
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Caroline Wessling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Is anxiety and overwhelm leaving you feeling trapped and diminished? Do you find yourself endlessly analyzing every decision, only to doubt yourself afterward? Are you constantly chasing an unattainable standard of perfection? Do you feel resentful in your relationships, struggling to have your needs met? You don’t have to navigate these challenges alone.
In my practice, I craft personalized plans tailored to the unique needs of each client. I focus on mindfulness techniques to bring awareness to the self-limiting beliefs we've internalized because we can't change what we're not aware of. Through a combination of talk therapy and Brainspotting, I assist clients in overcoming anxious thought patterns and past traumas, silencing their inner critics, and stepping into a more serene and empowered life.
7 Years Experience
Online in Topanga, CA California (Online Only)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Allen Shamon
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Allen is a licensed independent clinical social worker who graduated with his Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California. Allen works with individuals/couples who are committed to getting results and reaching their highest potential in as little amount of time as necessary. Allen has successfully helped people overcome traumatic events in their lives. If you are considering divorce? This time can be extremely painful regardless of the desires and overall outcome, Couples Counseling can help.
6 Years Experience
Online in Topanga, CA California (Online Only)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Layla Ashley Psychotherapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Relationships can bring our deepest joy, but they can also surface painful patterns. If you and your partner find yourselves caught in the same arguments, struggling to truly hear one another, or feeling emotionally distant, you’re not alone. Many couples reach a point where communication breaks down and the connection they once felt begins to feel strained or uncertain. Sometimes earlier life experiences, family patterns, or stressors quietly shape the way we relate, making it harder to stay close even when the love is still there.
With more than two decades of experience working with couples, I help partners slow down the cycle of conflict and understand what’s really happening beneath the surface. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in relational and attachment-based work. I support couples in developing healthier communication, repairing emotional wounds, and building a stronger foundation of trust and intimacy. I’m also particularly attuned to the needs of highly sensitive people and those who want a thoughtful, depth-oriented approach to relationship growth.
Whether you’re preparing for a deeper commitment, working to repair trust after a rupture, or trying to rediscover connection after years together, therapy can offer a meaningful path forward. I also support individuals navigating dating, heartbreak, or relationship transitions. Together we’ll work toward clearer communication, emotional safety, and a relationship that feels more conscious, supportive, and alive.
If you’d like to explore whether this work might be a good fit, feel free to reach out to schedule a complimentary consultation.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Topanga, CA
Online in Topanga, CA California
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Anthony Canapi - Your Queer Relationship Therapist
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Hi, I’m Anthony, my pronoun series are he/they, and those who speak Tagalog, siya/sila, and I’m Your Queer Relationship Therapist. I’m glad you’re here.
I’m an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT#160203, I’m a gay, immunocompromised, Asian American, cis man living and working on Chumash and Tongva (Gabrielino) land.
I value openness, humility, and feedback, and I see therapy as something we actively shape together.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Topanga, CA
Online in Topanga, CA California
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Marina Edelman | TrueMe Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Marina Edelman, LMFT, specializes in helping couples rebuild trust, improve communication, and reconnect emotionally after conflict or betrayal. Using evidence-based, attachment-focused therapy, she provides practical tools that create real, lasting change in relationships. Marina offers couples therapy, affair recovery, and premarital counseling in Culver City, Westlake Village, and virtually throughout California.
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**Personal Statement**
I am deeply passionate about helping couples find their way back to connection, safety, and genuine partnership. In my work, I use the Gottman Method alongside attachment-based approaches to give couples clear, research-supported tools that strengthen communication and rebuild trust. Having been married for 30 years myself, I bring both professional expertise and real-life understanding to the complex, meaningful work of sustaining long-term love.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Topanga, CA
Online in Topanga, CA California
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Valeriya Bauer
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
If you feel like you are constantly “in your head,” bracing for the next thing to go wrong, or carrying a deep sense of shame or self-doubt, you are not alone—and nothing is wrong with you. These patterns often make sense when we look at what you have lived through.
I believe healing is not about fixing yourself, but about reconnecting with your body, your emotions, and your inner wisdom. My role is to walk alongside you with curiosity, compassion, and honesty as you untangle old survival strategies and create space for something new. Change can feel vulnerable and uncertain, but you do not have to navigate it alone.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Topanga, CA
Online in Topanga, CA California
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Kristin Robert
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT
I came to this work through a deep respect for the complexity of human experience and the ways people adapt in order to survive. Over the years, I have seen how pain, loss, and conflict can quietly shape a person’s inner world, often long before they have language for it. I am continually moved by the courage it takes to look at these experiences honestly and to ask for support when something no longer feels sustainable.
What draws me to this work is the opportunity to sit with people at meaningful crossroads in their lives. I value conversations that are real, reflective, and grounded, and I believe healing happens not through quick answers, but through understanding, presence, and trust built over time. I approach therapy with curiosity and humility, holding space for complexity rather than certainty.
At a personal level, I believe in accountability without shame, depth without intensity for its own sake, and care that respects autonomy. I am committed to showing up thoughtfully and consistently, honoring the responsibility that comes with being invited into someone’s inner life. This work matters to me because it offers the possibility of greater clarity, connection, and integrity, both within ourselves and in how we relate to others.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Topanga, CA
Online in Topanga, CA California
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
David Gumpert
Psychologist, PsyD
My Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach focuses primarily on clarifying and centering your deepest values. These values become guiding forces in learning to manage the discomforts that come with the inevitable challenges of living a life full of meaning and purpose. I also approach mental health from a multi-cultural, social justice orientation. I have extensive experience working with graduate students at high-pressured universities.
5 Years Experience
Online in Topanga, CA California (Online Only)