Paul Gutrecht, LMFT

Paul Gutrecht, M.A. LMFT is a licensed psychotherapist who works on a range of issues (including relationships, mood, anxiety, substance abuse, anger and much more) with:

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• Individuals from Early Adolescents to Adults

• Professionals and Business Owners

• Parents of Young and Grown Children

• Couples, Families and Co-Parents

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He is certified in Anger Management, intensively trained in DBT (Dialectal Behavior Therapy) and now offers
EMDR Therapy, an evidence-based treatment for dealing with trauma (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).

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A graduate of Cornell University, Paul received his Masters in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University and trained at The Maple Counseling Center in Beverly Hills and at Family Service of Santa Monica.

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Paul was one of a four-person team that opened the Intensive Outpatient Program for CLARE Foundation in Santa Monica, where he then became the Intake Coordinator while working with clients individually and in groups on Anger Management, Communication Skills, 12-Step Facilitation, Family Dynamics and Self-Care.  In addition to treating depression, anxiety, addiction, and childhood trauma, Paul has also developed a focus on couples in conflict, as well as on co-parenting for those who have separated or divorced and are committed to providing the best experience possible for their children.