Similar to other reviews, I had a call scheduled with Sydney Shaevel today. I received emails about…read morescheduling and a reminder for the call, but then she never called me and is not responding to my emails asking if the call is still happening. Called the office about half a dozen times and nobody is picking up either even though it's during business hours. Horribly unprofessional, especially for an alleged trauma therapist.

Do not bother with this therapy office or their other satellite offices. I had an appointment with…read moreGina, took time off from work to be present for the appointment. The appointment never happened, nor did Gina or the office respond to me inquiring if the appointment had been canceled without my knowledge. This is extremely unprofessional and very disrespectful.

As a successful professional and survivor of abuse, I strongly advise against seeking the care of…read moreSally Hackman PhD, MFT. I experienced what I can only describe as negligence and incompetence at best, and cruelty and callousness at worst. After months of building trust, she informed me that I would need to return to a residence where abuse occurred as a child in my adult life or "end up on the streets." She made this statement to an employed adult, earning a six-figure salary in corporate America, seeking therapy to address these painful issues privately. When I respectfully confronted her about her odd statement in session, she dismissed my concerns, accusing me of being "triggered" by her comment about living on the streets. I pointed out that I had never seen any research suggesting that therapeutic progress improves by returning to environments where abuse occurred. I also explained that if she didn't believe in me as a person, there was no reason for me to continue paying hundreds of dollars a month for therapy. I could easily find someone who believed in me--and wouldn't charge me for it. I'm sure I could also find people who didn't believe in me, for free. Her response was to scream at me saying "I made a mistake," and, only after the fact, admit that it was a mistake. I ended the relationship, but after much thought, I feel it's important to speak out. My hope is that others can avoid the anxiety, betrayal, and wasted time I experienced.

Sally helped us during a really difficult time I found her to be fair, and balanced in her…read moreapproach, and very experienced. I recommend her without hesitation and I'm forever thankful for the clarity she brought me.

What an incredible session with a truly remarkable healer. And yes I do say healer due to the fact…read morethe Ray will expose the triggers, trauma and help you (in this case me) move through the blockages. I can't say enough how effective Ray is revealing the truth and helping to create an actionable plan moving forward. I look forward to our next session. Don't wait to be great with Ray.

I had a session with Ray to address my procrastination in tackling the things that I believe would…read morebe helpful to my career. Pretty quickly, he guided me through a meditative visualization in which I was in nature, doing activities that put me into my flow. I not only gained insight into what I need to do, but, equally important, into which aspects of what I was doing were not MY story. I left the session feeling much more connected to my flow with more clarity and a focus on what would feel more "heartful" than "viral." I'm feeling excited to get back to sharing my story, raw, real, and me--how I used to--versus the polished version in which I was being guided to by others.

I was a patient of Dr. Dicken's on and off (mostly on) for about 3 years (2016-2019), and I also…read morecompleted her four-week mindfulness and surfing workshop, Saltwater Sessions. I consider myself fairly particular about whom I work with in any setting, but especially so in therapy, and I have no reservations about recommending Dr. Dicken wholeheartedly to anyone in search of counseling on the Westside, or even remotely. In addition to her strong fundamentals - pattern recognition, ability to link the past to the present, clear memory for people and events - Dr. Dicken brings both a calming warmth and a wry sense of humor to her work. She also possesses a broad range of intellectual reference points, which makes her a more universally accessible therapist. I appreciated how we were able to build a strong relationship - complete with conversational shorthand, vulnerable and honest communication in both directions, and the occasional (or even frequent) jokes. While working with Dr. Dicken, I made significant strides in several key relationships with both friends and family, as well as in my professional life. Obviously these changes were not her doing, but having her there to work through obstacles and concretize action plans was a significant help. I ended my engagement with her in December of 2019 because I felt confident that I could succeed in my short- and medium-term goals without additional therapy, thanks in large part to the work we did together and the tools I developed in those sessions. Finding a therapist is a very personal process, but I believe Dr. Dicken has a broad appeal and is well worth consideration for anyone in search of a down-to-earth and thoughtful counselor.

Like many, I sought therapy during a difficult period in my life, and Lena has been an incredible…read moresource of positivity, clarity, and self-love. Lena is someone I can count on for honesty, support, and occasionally share a laugh with. She has incredible life experience and perspective and wonderful values. She also guided me in meditation, which was a great tool in our work together, and even recommended great reading to me. I could not recommend her more highly.

Clay is an awesome business owner & Perla was so supportive when I had a louder than usual ego…read moredeath, I felt very safe and supported - would recommend this place 2 anyone :)

I initially began my ketamine infusion therapy back in December of 2019, up in the San Francisco…read moreBay Area where I am from. By the time I found Gateway on Montana, I had already had 10 treatments, so I was extensively familiar with the myriad benefits. After a series of situations requiring a temporary relocation to Santa Monica recently brought me to the neighborhood, I happened to stumble upon this beautiful facility one sunny day in July, and was warmly greeted by Zohreh. After a lovely chat, I immediately scheduled their next available appointment, and was able to get an infusion within two days (on a Saturday), at about half the price I was paying in the Bay Area, which was such a relief to discover. I am so grateful to have found this place, and have now had five sessions at Gateway Clinics. As someone who is very sensitive to all pharmaceuticals, and neither tolerates nor desires any traditional medications, I am thankful to have discovered ketamine on the advice of a functional (aka holistic) psychiatrist a few years back. I have since learned that Ketamine is a tremendously safe, versatile, and wonderful drug that has been used since the early 1960s, and may be administered at different dosages, in any one of three ways: as an anesthetic (for sedation, like during surgery), as an analgesic (to achieve relief of chronic pain), and as a psychedelic (requiring much lower doses, for mental health support). In my case, ketamine has been instrumental in helping me with all of the following areas of concern: depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, trauma, addiction, suicidal ideation, fatigue, sleep, cognitive performance, mental clarity, and even everyday functionality on a seemingly ordinary human level that so many of us take for granted (until compromise thereof occurs). Within one treatment, ketamine also gently washed away a lifelong fear of needles and IVs, and this annoying obstacle has never returned. I like to say that ketamine (as with most psychedelics) often quite dramatically improves one's capacities: to care for self and others; to move through the world of experience with greater ease, mindfulness, and attention to the present moment; to love more of what is; to gravitate away from the tendency to overcomplicate things, and rather toward a preference for simplicity; and in general to suffer less. It was by way of studying philosophy for 10 years that I discovered meditation and psychedelics. I would never have imagined that a deep immersion in academia would lead me here. Absolutely everyone on the Gateway Clinics team is of the highest caliber. Locally, Zohreh is phenomenal, and creates an inviting atmosphere that makes you want to come in and stay awhile. All of the Nurse Practitioners are phenomenal, and treat their patients with the utmost care, kindness, compassion, respect, and even joy. The founder, Clay, and his wife, Ariane, are both spectacular human beings. I am genuinely impressed with every detail of this practice. The entire organization feels very much like a family, and without doubt they are mission-driven to heal the world, one bodymind at a time. In addition to safe, convenient, and legal psychedelic therapy, Gateway also offers several vitamin infusions, B-12 shots, and a perfect array of products to go, such as: targeted wellness and supplement sprays; high potency medicinal mushroom tinctures (e.g. Lion's Mane and Shitake); raw superfood chocolates featuring adaptogenic mushrooms and herbs; and a nice selection of quality CBD products, including tinctures, gummies, and flower. Life is already struggle enough in so many ways. On my view, every being alive deserves the chance at a happier, healthier, more peaceful experience of existence if at all possible. Wholeness is a birthright; and psychedelic therapies are unquantifiably vital to the end of helping to facilitate precisely that. I highly recommend this "Gateway" to infinite possibility. We are so fortunate to have it here.

Jori is phenomenal. Having worked with a handful of therapists, Jori is next level. She is…read moreauthentic, sincere and very skilled. My favorite part is how she seamlessly switches between skills based on what the client needs. She effortlessly thinks on her feet, makes the most of every minute in the session, and concisely pinpoints and paraphrases what I'm reaching to express. I'm always blown away by her perception, empathy and breadth of knowledge. She has been a priceless part of my growth and healing. I know I can count on her to meet me where I'm at and make sense of it, on my schedule and my timeline. I contacted her after suffering with PTSD, anxiety, and abusive relationships both in the workplace and domestically. She's been a totem in helping me end cycles, love myself, and safely trust again.

Jori taught me how to find within myself the insight/tools to live a more mindful, grounded life…read more I can honestly say she helped me see my best self through her caring insight.

Dr. Tabibian is an incredibly compassionate and considerate psychologist. She recently conducted a…read morecomplete neuropsychological evaluation for my child, and I am so grateful for her expertise. Not only did she provide invaluable treatment options and school accommodations, but she also helped me understand my child's strengths and weaknesses better. Thanks to her insight, I now have a clearer idea of how to support my child more effectively. Dr. Tabibian also provided me with a list of additional resources for further assistance and was available after the evaluation was over when we or my child's school had questions.

As an adult seeking a neuropsychological diagnosis, I found Dr Sheeran after calling around to get…read moreproper testing. Dr Sheeran returned my call immediately and found a date on her busy calendar. Over the course of 2 days, I took very challenging tests involving memory, puzzle and problem solving. Throughout the process, I found Dr Sheeran to be very professional, compassionate and trustworthy. She followed up with a zoom call and a full report with a a diagnosis and several resources to get treatment for my ADHD. I feel so lucky to have found her and recommended her highly for both children and adults.

I am so grateful and thankful for the support with Emily since 2021. I am trained in Somatic…read morePsychology myself. Emily is skilled, experienced, and has offered a deeper layer of healing for my nervous system health, my childhood trauma healing, and the inner child work that organically comes up. I am thriving daily in life because of her love and support. Emily creates a safe space to be embodied and grounded. I highly recommend her for anyone healing deeper issues and getting a higher level of emotional support and spiritual support with professionalism and heart lead guidance.

Emily is a healer with a remarkable ability to help you find your way through trauma and anxiety…read more She is so sensitive, observant, and insightful. Very highly recommended.

Ended up at Hillside Wellness in Sherman Oaks. Much better suited for mental health counseling…read more Happy this clinic is offering services for reproductive needs, however, I still am baffled by their intake process for counseling services. The mental health professionals I have relayed my experience to have agreed it is an incredibly bad / harm-inducing practice. I sure hope it has changed!

I went to this clinic three times before writing a review because I wanted to have more than one…read moreexperience to draw from. The first time I went as a walk in because I'd read somewhere that they accept walk-ins. That's ONLY if you're already a patient of theirs. Soooo, I spent an hour in traffic from Los Feliz and God knows how much gas driving to this place to be told they don't take walk-ins for new patients. The waiting room was empty. Thankfully, I read here on Yelp that they have parking validation because no one mentioned it and I would have been stuck with a $21 parking free. I asked for the validation, paid the $4.00 (not $2 as it says on their site) and wasted gas driving back home. But I was impressed with the neighborhood and how friendly the staff was (especially the receptionists), even as they turned me away. Second try: I made an appointment and went in. I only waited about 20 minutes, which was great. I encountered really nice employees leading up to my exam. I'd expected a bad experience as I've always had a private doctor and insurance until recently. I'd heard horror stories about clinics treating women like crap and being located in really scary neighborhoods. The physician's assistant who saw me was a bit gruff in her bedside manner and I've never had a GYN be so rough during an exam. She then told me I needed to stop squirming and pulling up on the seat. And she seemed annoyed when I didn't understand her blunt question, "Are you bleeding?" to mean am I having normal menstrual cycles. We'd been talking about fibroids, so I thought the question was in relation to fibroids, not menstrual cycle. Overall, she was the person there that I really would like to have exchanged for someone else. But I wasn't harmed in any way, so I just chalked it up to a clinic experience versus a private doctor. I was asked for a donation and I gave $20. The third time I went (today) was for a well woman's exam. I made an appointment for 9 AM and I had a work related event at 11:00. I fought the hounds of hell to get there in the AWFUL traffic along Santa Monica Blvd only to sit in the waiting room nearly TWO HOURS. What was the point of an appointment? I changed the work appointment I had to 12 noon. I went to the window three times to ask what was going on. A very friendly nurse came out and got me for my vitals, asked me for a donation, then sat me back down in the waiting room where I watched several women who came in after me go into the back to see doctors. I was baffled. But each time I asked how much longer, I was told politely I'd be seen soon and was given an apology. Finally, after two hours, I told them I could not wait any longer. I was so stressed and upset that I nearly burst into tears in the parking lot. Another woman in the parking lot asked me which doctor I'd seen and how did I like the experience. I told her I'd not seen a doctor and she was confused. "You were never seen??? You were there when I got there ." Exactly. I paid my $4.00 AGAIN for parking without being seen. They have a 15 minute grace period for patient arrival but I can sit in the waiting area for two hours past my appointment time??? Although I believe they mean well and they are very kind, I don't know if I'll go back. I don't understand why they'd double and triple book. Because it's low cost doesn't mean it's right to waste people's time. I'm so disappointed because I was very happy about this clinic and told a couple of friends how wonderful it was.

Professional, well-run office with a calm atmosphere. The staff is courteous and efficient, and Dr…read moreBrown was attentive, clear, and respectful. Overall, a solid and patient-focused practice.

Very helpful office with wonderful staff. It was really easy to schedule an appointment.read more