Laressa Desmond, PhD, LMFT

Couples, Marriage & PreMarital Counseling

Desmond Couples Therapy

Desmond Couples Therapy

30+ years experience helping Couples in the LA area

desmondpsychology@gmail.com

310 980 7403

West Los Angeles

   Video

Santa Monica

Couples Therapy Services

Exclusive discount for video sessions

Couples Communication  Most relationship issues can be solved with improved communication. This is an area of expertise for me.

Marriage Counseling  Are you worried about some aspect of your marriage? Going through a rough patch?

Angry Relationship Recovery  Is anger is damaging your resilience? I can help you communicate differently, get closer to your partner and learn to resolve things in a better way.

Break Painful Relationship Patterns  Are misunderstandings and frustrating patterns impacting your relationship? Does your partner drive you crazy, but you still love them? If so I can help you.

Avoid Break Ups  Is your relationship in a destructive pattern? Need to pull things back from the edge?

Sex Therapy for Couples  Passion gets off track for many reasons. I can help you make positive changes in this sensitive, but important area.

Infidelity  Perhaps the worst has happened. You didn't see it coming, You're in shock. Can trust be restored? Infidelity raises so many questions.

Second Marriage  There is a high success rate for marriages formed in mid-life. They can be a wellspring of hope and lessons learned. It's a balancing act.

Resentment Recovery This has its own special challenges. The suppressed, easily scratched issues simmering just under the surface. The uneasy backdrop behind the happy times.

PreMarital Counseling   In love and ready for the next step? Want to insure the best chance for a resilient, intimate, co-operative marriage?

Client Reviews  See what clients have to say about Couples Therapy results with me.

Ways I can help you  I counsel traditional & non traditional relationships.

Fees, Payments & Insurance  Affordable Couples Therapy, Plus Pre-paid Packages.

Video Therapy sessions   Discount on video sessions.

Problem Solving Skills for Couples  Learn skills for solving problems smoothly without tangents or power struggles.    

Help for Grief and Loss  Sometimes heartache is almost too much. Therapy can be a light in the dark room.

Rebooting Relationship  Long term relationships can get in a rut or off in the weeds. Maybe your's needs a reboot?

Relationship Repair  This is generally the end goal of most Couples Therapy. If you prefer, I also offer it as a structured program that gives you specific skills in a methodical manner over a three month period.

Infidelity Cheating Affairs  If you are here I am so sorry for what you are going through. The searing pain and disbelief. So many feelings. So many questions.

Office Locations  I have 2 lovely office locations, Santa Monica, West Los Angeles, office hours include evenings & Sundays.

FAQs  What does it take to be a therapist & other questions?

Same Sex Couples Therapy Love is love. Period.

About me  My training, certifications, experience.

Conflict Resolution for Committed Couples  Learning how to avoid escalation & move into the solution zone.

Contact me  Drop me a detailed note. Happy to hear from you.

Email

desmondpsychology@gmail.com