Business Details
Your Trusted Psychotherapist in Santa Monica, CA
With over two decades of clinical expertise, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, couples, families, and groups navigate personal challenges in a safe, non-judgmental space. My practice in Santa Monica integrates psychodynamic psychotherapy, interpersonal neurobiology, and mindfulness-based techniques to foster self-awareness, resilience, and meaningful relationships. Having worked with diverse populations, I specialize in addressing life transitions, emotional struggles, and relational conflicts while emphasizing intentional living.My background includes 12 years as a psychotherapist at Good Shepherd Services and academic lecturing at Columbia University. I hold licenses in California and New York and offer teletherapy for residents of these states. My approach prioritizes collaborative dialogue, empowering clients to align their actions with their core values and aspirations. The practice is conveniently accessible from neighboring communities, ensuring flexibility for clients seeking support.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Teletherapy
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of clinical experience in psychotherapy and counseling.
- Our team specializes in psychodynamic, mindfulness-based, and family systems therapies.
- Teletherapy sessions available for California and New York residents.
- Conveniently located in Santa Monica, serving neighboring communities.
- Licensed in both California and New York for expanded client accessibility.
Services
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy addresses emotional challenges, self-esteem, and life transitions through personalized sessions. Clients explore interpersonal dynamics and develop coping strategies tailored to their unique needs. This service fosters self-awareness and empowers individuals to achieve personal growth and resilience.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and rebuilding trust. Sessions help partners navigate identity shifts, parenting conflicts, and life transitions while strengthening emotional connection and teamwork within the relationship.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses power struggles, boundary issues, and communication breakdowns. It creates a structured environment for members to understand dynamics, adjust to transitions, and develop healthier interaction patterns that promote collective well-being.
Group Therapy
Group therapy provides peer support for shared challenges like parenting transitions or work-life balance. Participants gain perspective through collective experiences while building a sense of community and mutual understanding during guided sessions.
Teletherapy
Teletherapy offers remote access to counseling for California and New York residents. This service maintains therapeutic continuity through secure virtual platforms, ensuring flexibility without compromising care quality or confidentiality standards.
People
Judy Zexter
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Judy Zexter, LCSW, brings 20+ years of clinical experience to her Santa Monica practice. Specializing in psychodynamic therapy and mindfulness techniques, she helps clients navigate relationships, life transitions, and emotional challenges.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy, along with teletherapy sessions for California and New York residents.
Are teletherapy sessions available?
Yes, teletherapy is available for clients in California and New York, offering secure and convenient remote counseling options.
What areas do you specialize in?
Specialties include relationship dynamics, life transitions, emotional regulation, parenting challenges, and mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques.
Do you accept insurance?
Payment details and insurance options can be discussed directly during your initial consultation to ensure clarity and accessibility.
