Business Details
Your Trusted Psychotherapy Partner in Santa Monica
With over two decades of clinical experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, couples, families, and groups navigate personal challenges in a safe, non-judgmental environment. My practice in Santa Monica integrates psychodynamic psychotherapy, interpersonal neurobiology, and mindfulness-based techniques to foster self-awareness, confidence, and intentional living. I hold licenses in California and New York and have worked extensively with diverse populations facing relationship issues, emotional struggles, and life transitions.My approach emphasizes collaborative dialogue to uncover negative patterns and cultivate adaptive solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. I also lead educational support groups for parents and offer teletherapy services to residents of California and New York State. My commitment to ongoing professional development ensures clients receive evidence-based, innovative care grounded in the latest neuroscience and therapeutic methodologies.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Group Workshops
Parenting Support
Life Transitions
Emotional Wellness
Communication Skills
Infertility Counseling
Mindfulness Training
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of clinical experience in psychodynamic and mindfulness-based therapies
- Our practice integrates neuroscience insights with personalized therapeutic approaches
- We provide teletherapy services for California and New York State residents
- Our office serves Santa Monica and neighboring communities including Venice and Brentwood
- We maintain active professional development through ongoing training with industry leaders
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored psychotherapy sessions address emotional challenges, relationship issues, and self-image concerns. Using psychodynamic and mindfulness approaches, we explore personal patterns to foster self-awareness and adaptive coping strategies. Ideal for clients seeking personal growth through intentional living and improved emotional regulation.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy helps couples identify communication barriers and rebuild connection. We address conflict resolution, intimacy enhancement, and shared goal-setting while navigating life transitions. Techniques focus on reducing defensiveness and strengthening emotional bonds through collaborative dialogue and mutual understanding.
Family Therapy
Structured sessions address family dynamics, boundary issues, and intergenerational conflicts. We create safe spaces for open dialogue to restructure unhealthy patterns and improve communication. Particularly effective for families navigating transitions like parenting changes, role reversals, or adjustment to new circumstances.
Group Workshops
Facilitated group sessions provide peer support for specific challenges like parenting transitions or work-life balance. Participants gain perspective through shared experiences while developing coping strategies. Current offerings include parenting support groups for working mothers and single parents facing unique challenges.
Mindfulness Training
Integrates mindfulness-based cognitive therapy to improve emotional regulation and stress management. Techniques help clients develop present-moment awareness and reduce anxiety through evidence-based practices. Particularly beneficial for clients navigating life transitions or chronic stress conditions.
People
Judy Zexter
Psychotherapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years of experience in psychodynamic therapy and mindfulness-based approaches. Holds MSW from NYU and certifications in psychoanalytic therapy. Former clinical supervisor at Good Shepherd Services and Columbia University lecturer.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate psychodynamic psychotherapy, interpersonal neurobiology, and mindfulness-based techniques tailored to each client's specific needs and goals.
Do you offer teletherapy sessions?
Yes, I provide teletherapy services for residents of California and New York State through secure video conferencing platforms.
What are your areas of specialization?
I specialize in relationship therapy, life transitions, emotional wellness, parenting support, and mindfulness training for individuals and groups.
How can couples therapy help our relationship?
Couples therapy improves communication patterns, resolves conflicts, and strengthens emotional connections through structured sessions focused on mutual understanding and collaborative problem-solving.
What should I expect in the first session?
The initial session involves discussing your concerns, establishing therapy goals, and developing a personalized treatment plan while building a foundation of trust and safety.
Are your group workshops open to new participants?
Yes, I welcome new participants in parenting support groups and can help form specialized groups based on current needs and interests.
