I will work compassionately with you to help you have more fulfilling relationships and a satisfying life. I help people get un-stuck from areas in their lives that are not working. Freed from what is not working, you can get on with "What is right with you!"

I believe the "fit", or connection, is crucial for successful therapy. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental setting which fosters clarity and insight and creates the conditions for growth and healing. I use a flexible interpersonal and developmental approach.

Award winning counselor recognized by the U.S. Congress, CA State Senate and County of LA for outstanding and dedicated service to his clients. People often say their results with him are the best they've ever experienced. He sees clients of all all ages.

Do you want to improve your relationship? Are you tired of feeling frustrated, hurt, and disappointed? Do you want to learn how to effectively work through disagreements and get on the same page? Counseling can help. I can help.

I work with adult individividuals to better understand themselves in terms of their thoughts, feelings and behaviors; to try to see where they are stuck in repetitive unsatisfying relationships or situations.

My goal is to create a safe and compassionate space for you to share and explore your inner world which might be filled with chaos, doubt or fear. Whether it's relationship issues, overwhelming stress or feelings of despair, I would like to help.

I specialize in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT), a highly successful evidence based treatment approach to healing relationships. Research reveals that when using EFT, 70-75% of couples move from distress to recovery, and 90% show significant improvements.

Dr. DeFraine received her degrees from Harvard and Vanderbilt. She is warm, intelligent, kind, and incredibly effective.

Whether you are seeking support as an individual or as a couple, I can help empower you with the tools necessary to improve your emotional well-being. To learn more about my services or my fees, please visit my website at www.TherapyBySue.com

Are you ready to make changes that will have a BIG impact on your life? We can work together to set you on a journey to a healthier and revitalized self.