FREE CONSULTATION

Let’s see whether working together feels like a good fit.

Schedule a complimentary 15 to 30-minute consultation with Ilana Grines, LMFT. You can briefly share what is bringing you to therapy, ask practical questions, and learn more about individual, couples, or sex therapy.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE CONSULTATION

A brief conversation with a clear purpose.

You do not need to tell your entire story or arrive with a perfectly organized explanation. The consultation is simply a first step.

1

Tell me what brings you in

Share a brief overview of what you are navigating and what kind of support you may be looking for.

2

Ask practical questions

We can discuss services, session format, availability, fees, and whether in-person or virtual therapy makes the most sense.

3

Decide on next steps

If it feels like a good fit, we can discuss scheduling an initial therapy appointment. There is no pressure to decide during the call.

WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER

You can schedule a consultation for any of these services.

IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL CARE

Los Angeles-based therapy with virtual services throughout California.

In-person sessions are available in Los Angeles. Virtual sessions are available to clients located anywhere in California.

We can discuss the format that best fits your needs during the consultation.

BEFORE YOU SCHEDULE

A few things to know.

A consultation is not therapy.

It is a brief conversation to discuss fit, services, availability, and next steps.

No therapist-client relationship is established.

A formal therapeutic relationship begins only after intake, consent, and scheduling.

This is not a crisis service.

For an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. In the U.S., you can also call or text 988.

COMMON QUESTIONS

What people often ask before scheduling.

Do both partners need to attend a couples consultation?

It is generally helpful for both partners to participate when possible, though we can discuss the best starting point based on your situation.

Do I need to choose the exact service before scheduling?

No. You can briefly describe what is bringing you in, and we can discuss whether individual, couples, or sex therapy appears to be the best fit.

Can I schedule if I live outside Los Angeles?

Yes. Virtual therapy is available to clients located anywhere in California.

Will we begin therapy during the consultation?

No. The consultation is not a therapy session. Its purpose is to discuss fit, answer practical questions, and determine possible next steps.

What if I have a question before choosing a time?

Use the “Ask a Question First” button to send a secure inquiry through ClientSecure.

TAKE THE FIRST STEP

You do not need to have everything figured out before reaching out.

Choose a complimentary consultation time to briefly discuss what is bringing you in and whether working together feels like a good fit.

View Consultation Times