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Dr. Dafter integrates psychodynamic, interpersonal and dialectical behavior approaches to therapy. Sessions may range from a brief, symptom-oriented focus to deeper, intensive healing work depending on each individual's preferences and needs. Dr. Dafter treats patients with: Depression Anxiety, Self-Esteem Issues Divorce Grief Abuse Medical Problems Panic Disorders Trauma/PTSD. He also works with people dealing with the loss of a family member, codependency, and those in a divorce or recently divorced.Dr. Dafter also conducts sessions for those looking to expand their creative thinking. Dr. Dafter can help with hypnosis and emotionally focused therapy as well. Dr. Dafter specializes in individual psychotherapy, couples therapy, as well as family therapy and counseling. It is important for couples and families to have therapy sessions even if there are not any major issues, as it will help strengthen relationships to where major maintenance is not required at a later date, after it may be too late. Additionally, Dr. Dafter is a member of the advisory board for The Erika Whitmore Godwin Foundation, a non-profit organization to help parents deal with the loss of a child. You can visit the site for Erika Whitmore Godwin Foundation at http://www.griefhaven.or

Raymond Taylor works for LifeStance in Santa Monica, and is accepting new patients. Expertise: ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Childhood Behavior Issues, Couple's Issues, Depression, Grief, Midlife Transitions. Ages: 15-17, 18-21, 22-26, 27-40, 41-64, 65+. Take the first step, call or book today.