Marilyn Stolzman, Ph.D., L.M.F.T.
Executive Director
Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist
(818) 591-2706
FAX: (818) 591-2706*51
• Leads Widow/Widowers Group and Family Loss Group

Executive Director since 1997, Marilyn Stolzman is a licensed therapist, a Somatic Experiencing practitioner, and a National Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist. Dr. Stolzman has a private practice in Woodland HIlls, CA. She has conducted bereavement support and cancer counseling groups since 1982. Among the institutions at which Dr. Stolzman has taught Psychology classes are: Ryokan College, Phillips Graduate Institute, University of Judaism, and California State University - Northridge. She has presented at the American Institute of Medical Education Conferences in Europe, Asia and the United States.

Books:
The Healing Power of Grief: The Journey through Loss to Life and Laughter by Gloria Lintermans and Marilyn Stolzman, Ph.D., L.M.F.T.(Champion Press, March 2006).
If you'd like to order this book, please click here.

The Healing Power of Love: Transcending the Loss of a Spouse to New Love by Gloria Lintermans and Mairlyn Stolzman, Ph.D., L.M.F.T. (Champion Press, March 2006).
If you'd like to order this book, please click here

Jo Christner, Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
(818) 674-2502

Leads:

• Alumni Groups
• Parent Loss Groups

Jo Christner, Psy.D is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (California PSY15532 and Washington PY 2971). She is also a Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist (California MFC2960 and Pennsylvania MF381). With over 20 years of experience in private practice, Dr. Christner has extensive experience working with a variety of individuals and businesses with problems of adult life including: issues of bereavement and loss, trauma, time management/stress related issues, geriatrics, depression and anxiety. She utilizes an eclectic approach with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral and body psychotherapy as a way to holistically treat each individual's needs. As a long-time member of the H.O.P.E. Unit Foundation therapeutic staff, Dr. Christner has facilitated a variety of groups, and specializes in loss. She is the Past President of the Group Psychotherapy Association, is currently an active member of various professional associations and is committed to staying abreast of the most current changes in the field of psychotherapy and psychology.

For additional information:
http://www.gpasc.org/memberpages/jo_christner_memberpage.htm
http://www.traumahealing.com/PractitionerRegistryWA.htm

Natalie Taback, M.A., M.F.T.
Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist
(310) 275-1424

Natalie Taback received her Master of Arts degree in Educational Psychology and Counseling and Guidance from California State University in 1970. She received her Marriage and Family Therapist license in 1981. She had been in private practice specializing in couple counseling. Currently she is facilitating bereavement groups for the H.O.P.E. Foundation.

Bonnie Ban, M.A., M.F.T.
Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist
(310) 335-6926

Bonnie Lee Ban is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years experience in private practice working with individuals, families and groups. Born and educated in Southern California at UCLA and UC Berkeley, she has worked throughout the United States as an educator and clinician with a focus on issues of loss and transition. She uses a variety of therapeutic tools and approaches with an integration of body, mind, and transpersonal aspects that best fits each person. A lifetime member of both the state and national professional organizations, she is committed to the development of her psychotherapeutic skills. She has been a bereavement specialist for the last decade and has worked at H.O.P.E. for several years. Married for 28 years to Michael Ban and proud parents of a grown daughter, Rachel, who shares her passion for psychological growth and well-being.

Monica Blauner, M.S.W., L.C.S.W.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
(310) 289-7928

Monica Blauner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Psychoanalyst who has worked with individuals and groups for over twenty years. Her specialties include: depression, grief, relationship issues, career/school difficulties, trauma, chemical dependency, lesbians, and gay men.  A Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work, she is currently in private practice, and works in the Department of Psychiatry at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.  She is also a teacher and clinical supervisor.

Annette Hymes
Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist
(818) 501-0423

Annette Hymes is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 22 years of experience. Annette has extensive experience working with adults, couples and individuals dealing with anxiety disorders, depression, stress reduction, bereavement and loss and relationship issues. She evaluates each person's specific needs, personality and goals in selecting the most appropriate form of treatment. Annette has facilitated loss and grief groups for parents who have lost a child as well as family-loss groups. She has been a facilitator for the Hope Foundation for 15 years and is currently an active member of various professional associations.

Dayna Vainstein
Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist
(818) 788-2811

Dayna Vainstein is a licensed Marriage, Family Therapist with ten years experience working with individuals, adolescents, couples and groups. She received her master's degree from Pacifica Graduate Institute, where the study of psychology is enriched by learning to incorporate symbol, metaphor, dream work, and mythology, in understanding the human experience. Currently, she is in private practice in Encino, where she combines depth psychology with additional therapeutic approaches and techniques, in addressing such issues as depression, anxiety, relationship and communication problems, family of origin issues, and self-esteem. She is committed to addressing each person's unique needs in dealing with their specific issues, and in supporting growth and development throughout the life span.

Dr. Nancy Katlin Willinger, Psy.D., LMFT
Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist
(818) 771-7442

Dr. Nancy Katlin Willinger has a private practice in Studio City, California.

Her areas of expertise include;

Addiction/Recovery
Grief Recovery
Marital/relationship therapy
Parenting

Dr. Willinger has received post doctoral training at The Grief recovery Institute and at The Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis.  She is a certified S.T.E.P. Parenting trainer and teacher.  She a clinical member of The California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.

Dr. Willinger can be reached at (818) 771-7442.