Marriage & Couples Counseling
in Palos Verdes
Randi Gunther, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist & Marriage Counselor in Palos Verdes
For over forty years, Dr. Randi Gunther has been a trusted expert in psychology, helping couples and individuals create lasting and fulfilling relationships. With a proven track record and a strong commitment to her clients, Dr. Gunther has become a source of hope for those looking to improve their emotional well-being and relationship success.
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At Dr. Randi Gunther's practice, we focus on a warm, interactive, and practical approach. This allows Dr. Gunther to focus on providing short-term results, helping you quickly experience more ease and connection with your partner.
You’re Not Alone in This
Relationships are one of the most meaningful parts of our lives — and also, at times, the most complex. Whether you’re facing distance in your marriage, feeling unheard in your partnership, or trying to navigate family tensions that seem to resurface again and again, it’s okay to ask for help.
So many people in Palos Verdes — couples, parents, individuals — find themselves struggling silently, wondering:
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“Is this just a phase?”
“Are we growing apart?”
“Why do we keep having the same argument?”
“How do we reconnect?”​
I’m Dr. Randi Gunther, a clinical psychologist, marriage counselor, and family therapist with decades of experience guiding people through those very questions. My approach isn’t about fixing anyone — it’s about creating space to understand, to grow, and to feel seen.
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From my practice near the beautiful coast of Palos Verdes, I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds — young couples learning how to communicate, long-term partners trying to heal past wounds, and families searching for better ways to connect across generations.
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Therapy isn’t about having something “wrong.” It’s about caring enough to want something better.
If you’re looking for marriage counseling, couples counseling, or a family therapist in Palos Verdes, know that you’re not alone — and there is a path forward.
When You Feel Disconnected
Sometimes couples come to me feeling like roommates rather than partners. Others are stuck in patterns that seem impossible to break — miscommunication, trust issues, emotional withdrawal, or the lingering effects of past hurt.
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Many of my clients say:
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“We love each other, but we just don’t know how to talk anymore.”
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“I’m not sure we’re on the same team.”
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“We want to stay together… but something has shifted.”
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These thoughts are more common than you think. As a couples counselor in Palos Verdes, I help you navigate these emotional crossroads with tools that encourage understanding, empathy, and lasting connection.
Your journey to a happier, healthier relationship begins here.
Supporting Families Through Change
Family life can be beautiful — and it can also be hard.
Children grow. Roles shift. Unexpected stressors, grief, or generational patterns can affect even the most loving homes.
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Whether you're parenting young children, blending families, or caring for aging parents, I offer family therapy in Palos Verdes that meets you where you are — with compassion and without judgment.
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We’ll work together to rebuild trust, open communication, and emotional safety for everyone involved.
A Gentle, Insightful Approach
I don’t believe in quick fixes or cookie-cutter advice.
Each person, couple, and family I work with brings a unique story. My approach as a clinical psychologist in Palos Verdes is informed by decades of experience — but always led with heart.
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Clients appreciate the way we explore patterns deeply, without blame. I ask the questions that matter and help you listen to yourselves and each other in new ways.
Even the strongest relationships need a safe space to be heard.
Is This the Right Time for Counseling?
Many of my clients reach out during life transitions:
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After a betrayal
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During major life decisions
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When intimacy feels out of reach
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In the middle of parenting stress
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Or simply when something “feels off”
If you’ve been wondering whether now is the time, I invite you to reach out — even if you’re unsure. It’s okay to not have all the answers.
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Sometimes, just having someone to walk beside you can make all the difference.
Let’s Begin — Gently
You won’t be met with pressure or judgment here. Just a kind, experienced presence who genuinely wants to help.
Dr. Randi provides her counseling services to individuals and couples in various regions of California including:
Palos Verdes Estates
Rolling Hills
Rolling Hills Estates
Manhattan Beach
Hermosa Beach
Redondo Beach
El Segundo
West Torrance
Playa del Rey
Playa Vista
Beverly Hills
Bel-Air
Brentwood
Pacific Palisades
Santa Monica
Westwood
Century City
Calabasas
Malibu
La Cañada Flintridge
San Marino
Pasadena
San Diego
Davis
San Luis Obispo
Chico
Berkeley
Santa Barbara
Irvine
Riverside
Santa Cruz
Fullerton
Long Beach
Northridge
Pomona
Fresno
Sacramento
San Jose
San Francisco