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The Psychotherapist Association for
Gender & Sexual Diversity

Rainer Geissler

 

Member profile details

First name
Rainer
Last name
Geissler
 

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Background

Welcome
"If we want to help our clients to realize themselves as more complete true human beings, we must ourselves have the courage to risk the dangers of being human.“
-Laura Perls-

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a private practice in Los Angeles, California. I strive to create an environment of compassion, authenticity and understanding, inclusive and welcoming to all clients. In working with me, you will identify the thoughts, feelings, behaviors and beliefs that are preventing you from living joyfully. I work with you to help you discover your strengths and capabilities so that you can live a life that is meaningful, rewarding and free from conflict. I believe that therapy must be engaging, non-judgmental, and supportive to facilitate growth.

I am practicing for over 25 years and am certified in attachment focused EMDR, a psychotherapy approach shown to be effective in the treatment of trauma and a wide range of other issues, such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD. EMDR integrates both mindfulness and somatic approaches to healing trauma, emphasizing the interrelatedness of body, mind and spirit.
Additional thoughts
I firmly believe that we should all have the freedom to be who we are and to love whoever we want, expressing our sexuality in whichever way we feel most comfortable. I am proud to support the LGBTQ+, sex-positive, polyamorous, and non-monogamy communities. I consider sexuality to be an important part of life that should be fun for everyone.
Currently accepting new clients?
Yes
 

Telehealth (for Referral/Org. members only)

Telehealth: primary state
California
 

Main Office

Work phone
415-999-1049
Office #1: Address
South Los Angeles Street
Office #1: City
Los Angeles
Office #1: State
CA
Office #1: Zip
90012
Office #1: Disability access?
No
Fax
213-266-8310
Office hours
Daytime and evening hours available
 

Demographic info (optional).

Pronouns
  • he/him/his
Gender
  • Male
Sexual orientation
  • Gay
Ethnicity
  • White/Euro American
 

Credentials (required)

Prof. degree
  • MA
Prof. degree concentration
  • Clinical Psych.
  • Marriage/Family Therapy
  • Mental Health
  • Psychology
  • Social/Clinical Psych.
  • Somatic Psychotherapy
Year degree obtained
2005
Educational institution
New College of California
License type
  • LMFT
Year originally licensed
2005
License number
LMFT48467
License expiration date
June 30, 2025
 

Background and practice info

Theoretical approaches to my work
  • Client Centered / Person-Centered
  • Feminist
  • Gestalt
  • Holistic
  • Humanistic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
Clinical techniques
  • EMDR
  • Guided Imagery
  • Relaxation Training
  • Somatics
Clinical specializations
  • Abuse/IPV: Male Survivors
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorders
  • Bisexual Issues
  • Coming Out
  • Couples / Relationships
  • Depression
  • Discrimination / Stigmatization
  • Ethnic or Cultural Issues
  • HIV and AIDS
  • Polyamory / Non-Monogamy
  • PTSD
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexuality
Types of therapy
  • Consultation
  • Counseling
  • Couples / Relationship / Marriage Therapy or Counseling
  • Distance Therapy (Phone or Internet-based)
  • Individual Therapy
  • Long-Term Therapy
Languages (used in therapy)
  • English
  • German
  • Other
Client ages
  • Adults
  • Elders
Sliding scale
Yes
Low fee
Yes
Insurance info
I am contracted with a few select insurance panels as listed below.
If I am not on your individual insurance panel I can see you out of network and write a monthly super-bill for you to submit to your insurance for (partial) reimbursement of my fee.
I also offer a limited amount of my available appointment slots to a reduced out of pocket fee.
Private insurance plans
  • Aetna
  • Health Net
  • MHN Managed Health Network
Available 24 hrs?
No