Business Details
Your Trusted Therapist for Anxiety, Trauma & Relationship Therapy in Los Angeles
With over two decades of clinical experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. My practice, rooted in Los Angeles, offers personalized care for anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, relationship issues, and more. I hold a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University and have advanced training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy from the Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis and the California Graduate Institute.My approach prioritizes creating a safe, collaborative space where clients can explore emotions, break harmful patterns, and achieve meaningful growth. I work with adults, adolescents, and middle schoolers, tailoring interventions to each client's unique needs while emphasizing empathy and long-term well-being. My fees are structured to accommodate diverse financial situations, and I accept select insurance plans to improve accessibility to quality mental health care.
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Mood Disorders
Trauma & PTSD
Relationship Therapy
Self-Esteem Building
Addiction Counseling
Career Counseling
Grief Counseling
Communication Skills
Family Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of clinical experience in treating complex mental health issues
- Our approach combines psychoanalytic training with evidence-based therapeutic techniques
- We provide flexible fee structures for clients with financial needs
- Our practice serves multiple convenient locations in Los Angeles County
- We specialize in resolving deep-seated emotional patterns affecting daily life
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized therapy sessions address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Using psychoanalytic techniques, we explore unconscious patterns affecting current behavior. Clients develop self-awareness and healthier coping mechanisms through weekly 45-minute sessions tailored to their specific mental health needs.
Couples Therapy
Specialized treatment for relationship conflicts and communication breakdowns. We examine recurring interaction patterns and emotional triggers. Sessions focus on rebuilding trust, improving dialogue, and creating healthier relational dynamics through evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
Trauma Treatment
Specialized care for trauma survivors using psychoanalytic approaches. We address flashbacks, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness by processing traumatic memories in a safe environment. Treatment focuses on restoring emotional regulation and reducing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.
Anxiety Management
Targeted interventions for generalized anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias. We combine cognitive-behavioral techniques with psychodynamic exploration of underlying causes. Treatment includes mindfulness exercises and coping strategies to reduce physical and emotional symptoms of anxiety.
Family Therapy
Systemic approach to improving family communication and resolving intergenerational conflicts. Sessions address behavioral patterns affecting children, adolescents, and adult family members. We focus on strengthening relationships and creating healthier family dynamics through structured therapeutic interventions.
People
Blanche McWane
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Licensed therapist with 20+ years of experience treating anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. Holds Master's in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University and advanced training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. Specializes in helping clients break harmful patterns and achieve emotional growth through collaborative therapy.
Questions
What types of therapy services do you offer?
I provide individual therapy for adults, adolescents, and middle schoolers, as well as couples and family therapy sessions. Specialties include anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, relationship issues, and self-esteem concerns.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
I participate in-network with Cigna and Anthem insurance plans. For other providers, check your out-of-network mental health benefits. Payment is due at time of service with insurance claims submitted for potential reimbursement.
What are your therapy session fees?
Standard fee is $150 for 45-minute sessions. Reduced rates may be available for clients with financial need. Payment options include cash, check, or credit card at the time of service.
Where are your therapy offices located?
Private practice locations in Valley Village (12840 Riverside Dr), Los Angeles (116 North Robertson Blvd), and Studio City (11026 Ventura Blvd). All offices provide confidential, comfortable therapy environments.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact me directly at 805.705.4893 or through the website contact form. Initial consultations help determine if my approach matches your needs before scheduling your first therapy session.
