Business Details
Your Trusted Psychotherapist in Santa Monica
With over two decades of clinical experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, couples, families, and groups navigate life's challenges in a safe, non-judgmental environment. My Santa Monica-based practice offers personalized psychotherapy and counseling services tailored to each client's unique needs. I employ an eclectic therapeutic approach that integrates psychodynamic psychotherapy, interpersonal neurobiology, and mindfulness-based techniques to foster self-awareness and intentional living. Having worked with diverse populations facing relationship issues, life transitions, and emotional challenges, I provide collaborative feedback that empowers clients to transform negative patterns into adaptive behaviors.My practice combines extensive professional experience with ongoing advanced training in cutting-edge therapeutic methodologies, including attachment theory and nonviolent communication. I maintain licenses in both California and New York, offering teletherapy services to residents of these states while maintaining a conveniently located physical office in Santa Monica.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Parenting Support
Life Transitions
Emotional Regulation
Mindfulness Therapy
Teletherapy Services
Workshops
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of clinical experience in psychotherapy
- Our practice integrates multiple evidence-based therapeutic approaches
- We offer teletherapy services for California and New York residents
- We maintain active licenses in two states with advanced training
- Our collaborative approach focuses on intentional living and self-empowerment
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized psychotherapy addressing emotional challenges, relationship issues, and self-image concerns. Our approach combines psychodynamic techniques with mindfulness practices to help clients understand behavioral patterns. Clients develop self-awareness and coping strategies for improved mental well-being through structured sessions.
Couples Therapy
Specialized therapy for relationship challenges focusing on communication patterns and conflict resolution. We help partners develop mutual understanding and strengthen emotional connections. Sessions emphasize collaborative problem-solving and rebuilding trust through evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Family Therapy
Comprehensive treatment addressing family dynamics and intergenerational patterns. Our approach helps families navigate power struggles and communication breakdowns. We create safe spaces for members to express perspectives while establishing healthier relational boundaries and interaction patterns.
Teletherapy Services
Secure virtual therapy sessions available for California and New York residents. This service maintains the same therapeutic quality through HIPAA-compliant platforms. Teletherapy provides flexibility for clients who prefer remote sessions while maintaining consistent care.
Parenting Support
Specialized guidance for parenting challenges across different life stages. We address preconception planning, postpartum adjustments, and co-parenting dynamics. Our approach combines practical strategies with emotional support to help parents navigate modern family challenges effectively.
People
Judy Zexter
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
With over 20 years of clinical experience, Judy specializes in psychodynamic psychotherapy and mindfulness-based approaches. She holds licenses in California and New York, offering both in-person and teletherapy services. Her practice focuses on helping clients achieve intentional living through self-awareness and behavioral change.
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 online therapy sessions?
Yes, I provide secure teletherapy services for residents of California and New York through HIPAA-compliant platforms.
What are your therapy specialties?
I specialize in individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, parenting support, and life transition challenges for clients across the lifespan.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with extended sessions available for specific therapeutic needs and group sessions varying by format.
Are you currently accepting new clients?
Yes, I welcome new clients and offer initial consultations to determine if my approach aligns with your therapeutic goals.
