Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Los Angeles
Best Me Psychotherapy is a dedicated mental health practice offering comprehensive therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families. Established in 2016, our practice has grown to include a team of licensed professionals who bring diverse expertise to address a wide range of psychological concerns. We specialize in evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Psychodynamic approaches, tailored to meet each client's unique needs. Our clinicians hold advanced degrees from prestigious institutions and maintain active licensure in their respective fields. We prioritize accessibility through both in-person and secure telehealth sessions, ensuring clients receive care that fits their lifestyles.Our practice addresses conditions including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and eating disorders, with a particular focus on culturally sensitive care for diverse populations. We emphasize collaborative treatment planning and continuous professional development to maintain the highest standards of clinical excellence. Our commitment to client-centered care is reflected in our flexible scheduling options and personalized therapeutic approaches designed to foster resilience and long-term well-being.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Psychological Assessment
Group Therapy
Telehealth Sessions
ADHD Treatment
Trauma Counseling
Eating Disorder Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions for accessible care
- Our team includes specialists in trauma, eating disorders, and LGBTQ+ affirming therapy
- We utilize evidence-based approaches tailored to individual needs
- We provide culturally sensitive care for diverse populations
- Our clinicians maintain active licensure and continuing education
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide a safe space for personal growth and emotional healing. Clients work one-on-one with licensed therapists to address specific mental health concerns, develop coping strategies, and achieve personal goals. The therapeutic process emphasizes self-discovery and behavioral change through evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs and circumstances.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy focuses on improving communication and resolving conflicts within relationships. Our therapists help partners develop healthier interaction patterns, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional connections. The process addresses specific issues like infidelity, communication breakdowns, and differing relationship expectations while fostering mutual understanding and collaborative problem-solving.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses relational dynamics and communication patterns within family systems. Our approach helps members resolve conflicts, improve understanding, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Sessions focus on strengthening family bonds, addressing generational patterns, and creating supportive environments for individual and collective growth through structured therapeutic interventions.
Psychological Assessment
Our comprehensive psychological assessments use standardized tools to evaluate cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning. These evaluations help diagnose conditions like ADHD, learning disabilities, and mood disorders while informing personalized treatment plans. The process combines clinical interviews, testing protocols, and evidence-based analysis to provide accurate diagnoses and targeted recommendations.
Telehealth Sessions
Telehealth services provide accessible mental health care through secure video platforms. This option maintains therapeutic continuity for clients with scheduling challenges or mobility limitations. Our HIPAA-compliant sessions ensure privacy while delivering the same quality of care as in-person visits, with flexible access to licensed professionals from any location.
People
Dr. Abby Penson
Founder & Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Penson specializes in eating disorders, relationship issues, and trauma treatment. She earned her Ph.D. from Pacific Graduate School of Psychology and has presented on domestic violence awareness and self-image improvement.
Dr. Ashley Paluska
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Paluska focuses on mood disorders, ADHD, and sports psychology. She holds a Psy.D. from Illinois School of Professional Psychology and provides clinical assessments alongside therapeutic interventions.
Eugenia Howley
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Eugenia specializes in autism spectrum disorders and behavioral interventions. Fluent in Russian, she offers family therapy and parenting support with a culturally sensitive approach to client care.
Jaime Nakasuji
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Jaime focuses on depression, anxiety, and life transitions. She employs an eclectic approach combining cognitive-behavioral and family systems theories to support clients' personal growth and relationship improvement.
Dr. Analia Barroso
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Barroso provides bilingual Spanish-English therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Her expertise includes trauma treatment and childhood disorders, with a strength-based approach to family-centered care.
Questions
What types of therapy does Best Me Psychotherapy offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy, along with psychological assessments and telehealth sessions.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as an out-of-network provider and can provide documentation for potential insurance reimbursement.
Are your telehealth sessions secure?
Yes, we use HIPAA-compliant platforms to ensure confidentiality and data protection during online sessions.
What mental health specialties do your therapists have?
Our clinicians specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ affirming care.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at 323-271-1600 or complete our online session request form to schedule your initial consultation.
