Love and Relationship Addiction Therapist
in Venice

Let Go of Obsession. Learn Real Intimacy. Love Without Losing Yourself.

In our therapy sessions, we will explore:

    •    Obsessive thoughts about a partner or ex

    •    Fear of being alone or rejected

    •     Attraction to emotionally unavailable or abusive partners

    •    Staying in toxic relationships despite the toxicity

    •    Constant need for reassurance or validation

    •    Emotional withdrawal symptoms after a breakup

    •    Enabling or codependent behaviors

    •    Rebuilding a sense of self outside of relationships

Are your relationships intense, all-consuming, or filled with emotional highs and lows? Do you find yourself chasing unavailable partners, fearing abandonment, or staying in unhealthy dynamics because you’re afraid to be alone? Love and relationship addiction isn’t just about who you love—it’s about how much of yourself you lose in the process.

As a therapist specializing in love and relationship addiction, I help individuals break free from compulsive romantic or attachment patterns. These patterns often have deep roots in childhood trauma, abandonment, neglect, or unmet emotional needs. Therapy provides the space to untangle the emotional dependency, process unresolved pain, and build a healthier, more secure way of loving.

Together, we’ll work on developing secure attachment, emotional regulation, and self-worth—so you can create relationships based on mutual respect, connection, and genuine intimacy.

You don’t have to sacrifice yourself to feel loved. Let’s help you build love that’s healthy, steady, and real.

I provide therapy in Beverly Hills, Brentwood, Venice, Marina Del Rey, Culver City, Mar Vista, Playa Del Rey, West Los Angeles, Pacific Palisades, Palms, and Santa Monica.

Are you stuck in cycles of unhealthy romantic attachments that leave you feeling drained and anxious? A Love and Relationship Addiction Therapist can help you break free. These patterns often stem from deep emotional wounds, and healing requires more than just willpower. Working with a trained therapist offers structure, insight, and emotional support.

At Steven Kilmann, LMFT, clients struggling with intense relationship dependency find the guidance they need to regain control. This approach focuses on helping you recognize and resolve the root causes behind obsessive romantic behaviors, attachment anxiety, or fear of abandonment. In many cases, these behaviors mirror substance addiction patterns.

What Does Love and Relationship Addiction Therapy Include?

A structured therapy plan generally involves:

  • Identifying core attachment wounds

  • Exploring past relational trauma

  • Developing emotional regulation skills

  • Learning boundaries and self-worth tools

  • Replacing compulsive behaviors with healthy relationship models

The goal of Love and Relationship Addiction Therapy is to help you move from compulsive relational patterns to stable, self-affirming bonds.

Is This Type of Therapy Right for You?

You may benefit from working with a Love and Relationship Addiction Therapist in Venice Beach if you:

  • Find yourself chasing emotionally unavailable partners

  • Feel extreme anxiety when alone or out of a relationship

  • Repeat toxic patterns despite wanting change

  • Struggle with self-esteem tied to romantic validation

Many clients in Love and Relationship Addiction Therapy Venice say the process brings clarity, peace, and confidence they haven't felt in years.

Meet Steven Kilmann, LMFT – Venice Beach’s Trusted Therapist

Steven Kilmann, LMFT, offers specialized support for people seeking healing from relationship addiction. His practice in Venice Beach has helped individuals and couples rebuild emotional resilience and break patterns that no longer serve them.

Clients appreciate Steven’s calm, judgment-free approach. Whether you're navigating codependency, love obsession, or fear of abandonment, Steven provides practical tools that lead to lasting transformation.

Why Choose Therapy with Steven Kilmann, LMFT?

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

  • Extensive experience in Love and Relationship Addiction Therapy in Venice Beach

  • Proven approach blending trauma recovery, attachment theory, and mindfulness

  • One-on-one support tailored to your emotional history and recovery goals

Success Stories from Clients

“Steven helped me understand why I kept falling into the same relationship traps. Now I feel in control of my choices.”

“His support gave me the courage to walk away from toxic relationships and prioritize my mental health.”

Support Is One Call Away

You don’t need to face emotional dependency alone. Whether you’re new to therapy or returning for deeper healing, Steven Kilmann, LMFT can help.

To learn more about related support, visit his page on emotional triggers therapy and codependency counseling.

Book Your Session Today

Start your recovery with an experienced Love and Relationship Addiction Therapist Venice residents trust. Schedule a session with Steven Kilmann, LMFT and reclaim your emotional freedom.