From One Parent to Another: Words of Wisdom Venice CA
While our sons and daughters learn the best lessons by doing things on their own (including making mistakes), it’s sometimes helpful to learn through the experience of others. In this section you’ll find friendly advice and anecdotes from parents, many of whom work in the education arena as admission professionals, guidance counselors, and financial aid officers.
Ms. Ellen Ledley
Ellen G. Ledley, LCSW
310-314-7667
3331 Ocean Park Blvd., Suite 201
Santa Monica, CA
Ms. Ellen Ledley
Ellen G. Ledley, LCSW
310-314-7667
3331 Ocean Park Blvd., Suite 201
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Credentials
Credentials: LCSW, BCD
Licensed in California
24 Years of Experience
Problems Served
Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Couple or Marital Issues, Depression, Dissociative Disorders, Domestic Violence, Family Dysfunction, Grief/Loss, Infertility, Interpersonal Relationships, Multicultural Issues, Parenting Issues, Sexual Abuse/R
Populations Served
ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics), Children of Divorce, Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual, Step Families, Interracial Families/Couples, Biracial
Membership Organizations
HelpPro.com
Age Groups Served
Young Adults (18-25), Adults (26-59), Seniors (60 +)
Data Provided by:
Ms. Terry Jordan
Terry A. Jordan, LCSW, DCSW
310-895-4848
2001 S. Barrington Ave., # 202
Los Angeles, CA
Ms. Terry Jordan
Terry A. Jordan, LCSW, DCSW
310-895-4848
2001 S. Barrington Ave., # 202
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Credentials
Credentials: LCSW, DCSW
Licensed in California
14 Years of Experience
Problems Served
Addictions/Substance, Couple or Marital Issues, Depression, Family Dysfunction, Grief/Loss, Interpersonal Relationships, Parenting Issues, Sexual Abuse/Rape, Sexual Orientation, Stress, Trauma/PTSD, Education/Personal Development, Gender Identity, Sexualit
Populations Served
ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics), Children of Divorce, Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual, Caregivers, Step Families
Membership Organizations
HelpPro.com
Age Groups Served
Adolescents (13-17), Young Adults (18-25), Adults (26-59), Seniors (60 +)
Data Provided by:
Ms. Ricki Bernstein
310-914-3080
1849 Sawtelle Blvd., Suite 650
Los Angeles, CA
Ms. Ricki Bernstein
310-914-3080
1849 Sawtelle Blvd., Suite 650
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Credentials
Credentials: LCSW
Licensed in California
26 Years of Experience
Problems Served
Adoption/Foster Care, Aging, Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Career/Employment Concerns, Child Abuse and Neglect, Couple or Marital Issues, Depression, Family Dysfunction, Grief/Loss, Infertility, Interpersonal Relationships, Multicultural Issues, Parenting Issue
Populations Served
ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics), Children of Divorce, Immigrants/Refugees, Step Families, Chronic Illness, Cancer Patients, Interracial Families/Couples, Grandparents
Membership Organizations
HelpPro.com
Age Groups Served
Children (6-12), Adolescents (13-17), Young Adults (18-25), Adults (26-59), Seniors (60 +)
Data Provided by:
Dr. Debra Borys
Debra S. Borys, PhD, FABPS Clinical and Forensic Psychology
310-470-8484
10850 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 550
Los Angeles, CA
Dr. Debra Borys
Debra S. Borys, PhD, FABPS Clinical and Forensic Psychology
310-470-8484
10850 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 550
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Credentials
Credentials: PhD, FABPS
Licensed in California
20 Years of Experience
Problems Served
Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Child Abuse and Neglect, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Dysfunction, Forensic, Grief/Loss, Infertility, Interpersonal Relationships, Physical Illness/Impairment, Sexual Abuse/Rape, Stress, Trauma/PTSD, Life Transitions, Women
Populations Served
ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics), Children of Divorce, Chronic Illness, Obese or Overweight, College Students
Membership Organizations
HelpPro.com
Age Groups Served
Young Adults (18-25), Adults (26-59)
Data Provided by:
Ms. Susan Gonzales
Susan Gonzales - Los Angeles Office
310-770-5009
864 S. Robertson; Ste 104
Los Angeles, CA
Ms. Susan Gonzales
Susan Gonzales - Los Angeles Office
310-770-5009
864 S. Robertson; Ste 104
Los Angeles, CA 90035
Credentials
Credentials: LCSW
Licensed in California
21 Years of Experience
Problems Served
Autism/PDD, Family Dysfunction, Interpersonal Relationships, Parenting Issues, Pregnancy/Childbirth, Education/Personal Development, Asperger's Syndrome, Attachment Disorders, Infant Mental Health
Populations Served
Children of Divorce
Membership Organizations
HelpPro.com
Age Groups Served
Preschool (Under 6), Children (6-12), Young Adults (18-25), Adults (26-59)
Data Provided by:
Dr. John Silver
LateNite Counseling Services
310-268-8282
2100 Sawtelle Blvd. Suite #204
Los Angeles, CA
Dr. John Silver
LateNite Counseling Services
310-268-8282
2100 Sawtelle Blvd. Suite #204
Los Angeles, CA 90025
Credentials
Credentials: Ph.D.
Licensed in California
35 Years of Experience
Problems Served
Addictions/Other (gambling, sex, etc.), Child Abuse and Neglect, Couple or Marital Issues, Family Dysfunction, Interpersonal Relationships, Parenting Issues, Sexual Abuse/Rape, Sexual Disorders, Trauma/PTSD, Sexuality Issues
Populations Served
Children of Divorce, Step Families, Obese or Overweight
Membership Organizations
HelpPro.com
Age Groups Served
Adults (26-59)
Data Provided by:
Ms. Licia Ginne
Licia Ginne, Marriage
310-828-1256
3201 Wilshire Blvd.,Suite 209
Santa Monica, CA
Ms. Licia Ginne
Licia Ginne, Marriage
310-828-1256
3201 Wilshire Blvd.,Suite 209
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Credentials
Credentials: MFT
Licensed in California
25 Years of Experience
Problems Served
Addictions/Other (gambling, sex, etc.), Addictions/Substance, Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Child Abuse and Neglect, Couple or Marital Issues, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Dysfunction, Grief/Loss, Interpersonal Relationships, Physical Illness/Impairment
Populations Served
ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics), Children of Divorce, Chronic Illness, Cancer Patients, Obese or Overweight
Membership Organizations
HelpPro.com
Age Groups Served
Adults (26-59), Seniors (60 +)
Data Provided by:
Ms. Elaine Fidel
310-553-5848
864 South Robertson Blvd. L.A. 90035 157 20 Ventura blvd. Encino, Ca.
Los Angeles, CA
Ms. Elaine Fidel
310-553-5848
864 South Robertson Blvd. L.A. 90035 157 20 Ventura blvd. Encino, Ca.
Los Angeles, CA 90230
Credentials
Credentials: LCSW
Licensed in California
32 Years of Experience
Problems Served
Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Couple or Marital Issues, Depression, Family Dysfunction, Grief/Loss, Interpersonal Relationships, Pain Management, Phobias, Sexual Abuse/Rape, Stress, Trauma/PTSD, Life Transitions, Sexuality Issues, Psychosomatic, Attachment Diso
Populations Served
ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics), Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual, Step Families, Grandparents, College Students
Membership Organizations
HelpPro.com
Age Groups Served
Young Adults (18-25), Adults (26-59), Seniors (60 +)
Data Provided by:
Ms. Karen Wulfson
Personal Communication Solutions
310-475-1759
420 South Beverly Drive Suite 100
Beverly Hills, CA
Ms. Karen Wulfson
Personal Communication Solutions
310-475-1759
420 South Beverly Drive Suite 100
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Credentials
Credentials: LMFT
Licensed in California
25 Years of Experience
Problems Served
Family Dysfunction, Grief/Loss, Interpersonal Relationships, Learning Disabilities, Life Transitions, Anger Management, Men's Issues
Populations Served
ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics)
Membership Organizations
HelpPro.com
Age Groups Served
Young Adults (18-25), Adults (26-59)
Data Provided by:
Ms. Linda Levinson
Linda Levinson, LCSW
310-202-0262
1494 South Robertson Blvd #203
Los Angeles, CA
Ms. Linda Levinson
Linda Levinson, LCSW
310-202-0262
1494 South Robertson Blvd #203
Los Angeles, CA 90035
Credentials
Credentials: LCSW
Licensed in California
33 Years of Experience
Problems Served
Aging, Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Career/Employment Concerns, Child Abuse and Neglect, Couple or Marital Issues, Depression, Family Dysfunction, Grief/Loss, Interpersonal Relationships, Multicultural Issues, Sexual Abuse/Rape, Sexual Orientation, Stress, Tra
Populations Served
ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics), Children of Divorce, Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual, Step Families, Interracial Families/Couples, Biracial, Grandparents
Membership Organizations
HelpPro.com
Age Groups Served
Young Adults (18-25), Adults (26-59), Seniors (60 +)
Data Provided by:
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From One Parent to Another: Words of Wisdom
While our sons and daughters learn the best lessons by doing things on their own (including making mistakes), it’s sometimes helpful to learn through the experience of others. In this section you’ll find friendly advice and anecdotes from parents, many of whom work in the education arena as admission professionals, guidance counselors, and financial aid officers.
We asked for candor when collecting these quotes and promised to protect the innocent by using first names only. You may be relieved to know that even the most seasoned admission professionals are plagued by the same concerns as the rest of us when it comes to their college-bound children.
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