WELCOME TO SALLY HACKMAN PHD, MFT
A Safe Space to Heal, Grow, and Thrive.
Is your life — or your child’s — not going as well as you’d like? Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, life transitions, or parenting challenges, psychotherapy can help you identify the obstacles standing in your way. I’ve been a licensed psychotherapist in 522 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90402 since 1986, and I’m here to guide you toward the life you deserve.
WHAT WE OFFER
Guiding You Toward Emotional Wellness.
Empowering Resilience
Helping you build the inner strength to face life's challenges — anxiety, depression, life changes, and beyond.
A Healing Space
A warm, confidential environment where you feel truly heard, understood, and supported — whether in person or via Zoom.
Transformative Support
From individual therapy to couples counseling, parent guidance, and child therapy — personalized care at every stage of life.
WHO I AM
Compassionate Care, Expert Guidance.
With a Ph.D. in Clinical Child Psychology, a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy, and over 35 years plus of practice in 522 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90402, I bring deep expertise and genuine warmth to every session. My background spans education, community mental health, and academic medicine — all in service of helping people of all ages thrive.
Personalized Solutions
No two people are the same. I tailor my approach to the unique needs, history, and goals of each person I work with.
Proven Expertise
Board-licensed since 1992, with graduate-level training in psychoanalytic therapy, attachment theory, CBT, family therapy, and brain research.
"The most important factor in healing is the relationship between therapist and patient. From our very first session, I am committed to building the trust that makes real change possible."
Sally Hackman, PhD, MFT
SERVICES
Supporting You at Every Step.
Whether you’re an adult navigating a difficult season, a couple working through conflict, a parent seeking guidance, or a child who needs a trusted voice — I offer specialized therapy for every stage and every story.
Adult Psychotherapy
Personalized support for anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, relationship difficulties, work stress, LGBTQ+ concerns, illness coping, and more.
Couples Counseling
Helping partners rebuild communication, deepen understanding, and rediscover the connection that brought them together.
Adolescent Psychotherapy
Compassionate therapy for teens dealing with anxiety, peer relationships, school pressure, family changes, and finding their identity.
Child Psychotherapy
Specialized therapy for children facing emotional, social, and behavioral challenges — with dedicated parent consultation built in.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
Your Wellbeing Is My Priority.
For over three decades, I have dedicated my practice to providing the highest quality psychotherapeutic care to individuals and families in 522 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90402 and beyond.
Years of Licensed Practice in 522 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90402
I Began Serving the 522 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90402 and Surrounding Areas
Confidential — I keep everything strictly confidential
The first session is free if you don't continue
Client Reviews
Hear Stories of Positive Change.
What my clients says about my services
The guidance I received here has truly transformed my life. I’ve found peace, clarity, and balance thanks to their compassionate approach.
Their support has been life-changing. I feel empowered to face life’s challenges with confidence. I’m incredibly grateful for their care.
After struggling for years, I finally feel like myself again. Their personalized approach helped me heal and rebuild.
I’ve seen remarkable improvements in my relationships and overall outlook on life. The genuine care here is unmatched.
Always Here for You
Your Journey Begins with a Single Call.
I am available Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 7:30pm. Weekend emergency calls are available. Whether you prefer in-person sessions at my 522 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90402 office or a Zoom consultation from the comfort of home — I am here.
(747) 243-4897
Santa Monica, CA 90402
Arrange a Consultation.
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MY Approach
Guiding You Step by Step.
My process is collaborative, respectful, and tailored to you. Here is what you can expect when we work together:
1.
Understand Your Needs
In our first sessions, we create a foundation of trust. I listen deeply to understand your history, your current challenges, and what you're hoping to achieve — with no judgment, only curiosity.
2.
Identify Patterns Together
We explore the thoughts, feelings, and assumptions that have shaped your behavior and choices. Often, these patterns are rooted in earlier experiences that we carry unconsciously into adult life.
3.
Work Together Toward Change
Using evidence-based methods — including psychoanalytic insight, CBT, attachment theory, and relational approaches — we work at your pace to unhook past patterns from present choices.
4.
Empower Lasting Growth
The goal is not just relief — it's transformation. I equip you with tools, insight, and resilience so that the growth you experience in therapy continues throughout your life.
Blog
Inspiration for Positive Change.
Resources, reflections, and insights on mental health, relationships, and living well — written for the 522 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90402 community and beyond.
Start Your Wellness Journey Here.
If you’re ready to take the first step — or even just curious about whether therapy could help — I invite you to reach out. Your first session is free if you decide not to return.