Therapists in 90254
Dwell in the possibility of what your life can be...It is my belief that you can create anything you want for yourself or your life. This may seem overwhelming, scary & exciting all at the same time, but it is possible! I provide a safe space where we can explore the patterns in your life & the situations that stop you. We all get stuck sometimes, usually by a combination of ourselves & our circumstances. In order to see more clearly we need help to step back & put our life into perspective. I can provide that help.
Dwell in the possibility of what your life can be...It is my belief that you can create anything you want for yourself or your life. This may seem overwhelming, scary & exciting all at the same time, but it is possible! I provide a safe space where we can explore the patterns in your life & the situations that stop you. We all get stuck sometimes, usually by a combination of ourselves & our circumstances. In order to see more clearly we need help to step back & put our life into perspective. I can provide that help.
I am a dedicated marriage and family therapist based in Hermosa Beach. I help my clients with a compassionate and client-centered approach, I specialize in strengthening relationships, fostering effective communication, and supporting families through transitions. Having been married for 23 years and raising a family, I brings a personal understanding of long-term relationships and the dynamics that shape family life. Whether working with couples, parents, families or individuals, I am committed to empowering clients to build healthier, more fulfilling connections in their personal lives.
I am a dedicated marriage and family therapist based in Hermosa Beach. I help my clients with a compassionate and client-centered approach, I specialize in strengthening relationships, fostering effective communication, and supporting families through transitions. Having been married for 23 years and raising a family, I brings a personal understanding of long-term relationships and the dynamics that shape family life. Whether working with couples, parents, families or individuals, I am committed to empowering clients to build healthier, more fulfilling connections in their personal lives.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with all of life's stressors? Balancing work, friends, relationships, and children is tough. Is your child struggling with peers, in social situations, or experiences anxiety? Hi there, I'm Vanessa. I service clients from all walks of life who are wanting help untangling the difficult challenges that come with being a human.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with all of life's stressors? Balancing work, friends, relationships, and children is tough. Is your child struggling with peers, in social situations, or experiences anxiety? Hi there, I'm Vanessa. I service clients from all walks of life who are wanting help untangling the difficult challenges that come with being a human.
I will walk with you as we explore your history, patterns, and struggles; and help you to learn and practice new coping skills. This includes learning the "go to" responses of your nervous system and how you can resource yourself more so you can live the life you want. Healing is sacred; it involves mind, body, and spirit. My approach integrates self-compassion, neuro-physiologically informed care, mindfulness, and cultural humility. In our work together, you can expect curiosity, empathy, hope, and laughter. Ultimately, I hope that our relationship can be a source of support, calm, and understanding.
I will walk with you as we explore your history, patterns, and struggles; and help you to learn and practice new coping skills. This includes learning the "go to" responses of your nervous system and how you can resource yourself more so you can live the life you want. Healing is sacred; it involves mind, body, and spirit. My approach integrates self-compassion, neuro-physiologically informed care, mindfulness, and cultural humility. In our work together, you can expect curiosity, empathy, hope, and laughter. Ultimately, I hope that our relationship can be a source of support, calm, and understanding.
I readily connect with my clients to form an authentic relationship built on trust and respect. I believe that each of us has the answers that we are searching for within ourselves. I will guide you to find those answers. Together we will identify your goals; create a plan to support you through your journey and help you create your best life.
I readily connect with my clients to form an authentic relationship built on trust and respect. I believe that each of us has the answers that we are searching for within ourselves. I will guide you to find those answers. Together we will identify your goals; create a plan to support you through your journey and help you create your best life.
You might feel like you're constantly giving to others while neglecting yourself. Maybe anxiety, self-doubt, or past experiences have left you feeling stuck, questioning your worth, or struggling to trust yourself. You find it hard to set boundaries, prioritize your needs, or break free from guilt and shame. Life’s transitions may feel overwhelming, and you're unsure how to navigate them. You want to feel more confident, balanced, and connected to yourself and others. Your goal isn’t just to “get by” but to grow, heal, and finally feel like you’re in control of your own life.
You might feel like you're constantly giving to others while neglecting yourself. Maybe anxiety, self-doubt, or past experiences have left you feeling stuck, questioning your worth, or struggling to trust yourself. You find it hard to set boundaries, prioritize your needs, or break free from guilt and shame. Life’s transitions may feel overwhelming, and you're unsure how to navigate them. You want to feel more confident, balanced, and connected to yourself and others. Your goal isn’t just to “get by” but to grow, heal, and finally feel like you’re in control of your own life.
Congratulations on taking an important step toward living a healthier and happier life. I believe everyone has the potential to achieve all they desire but sometimes different situations prevent us from accomplishing our goals. Experiencing many challenges and overcoming obstacles have taught me that life is a complicated yet fascinating adventure and having the right tools along the way could ease the journey. In my practice I provide support and guidance to my clients and help them learn new strategies to overcome hurdles, achieve their goals, and find their paths.
Congratulations on taking an important step toward living a healthier and happier life. I believe everyone has the potential to achieve all they desire but sometimes different situations prevent us from accomplishing our goals. Experiencing many challenges and overcoming obstacles have taught me that life is a complicated yet fascinating adventure and having the right tools along the way could ease the journey. In my practice I provide support and guidance to my clients and help them learn new strategies to overcome hurdles, achieve their goals, and find their paths.
Stephanie Ann Buckley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
I help teens, young adults, and families navigate ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder using evidence-based therapies like CBT, Exposure Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. My approach is warm, clear, and action-oriented, focused on strategies that actually work at home, at school, and in life.
Whether you're overwhelmed by parenting, stuck in survival mode, or ready for deeper support, I’ll help you untangle the chaos, identify what’s working, and build a more connected, manageable life. I get it! I have raised a now thriving Neurodivergent 22 year old and I have been married for over 3 decades.
I help teens, young adults, and families navigate ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder using evidence-based therapies like CBT, Exposure Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. My approach is warm, clear, and action-oriented, focused on strategies that actually work at home, at school, and in life.
Whether you're overwhelmed by parenting, stuck in survival mode, or ready for deeper support, I’ll help you untangle the chaos, identify what’s working, and build a more connected, manageable life. I get it! I have raised a now thriving Neurodivergent 22 year old and I have been married for over 3 decades.
My therapy style is warm, intuitive, and direct. I am known for a more holistic, integrative approach that considers mind, body, heart, and spirit. Western research-based interventions often create a foundation for treatment, which is then blended with Eastern traditions such as yoga, mindfulness, and philosophy. My experiences as a yogi, dancer, world traveler, artist, and poet lend creativity and range to my extensive clinical expertise. I emphasize authenticity, vulnerability, responsibility, and self-compassion.
My therapy style is warm, intuitive, and direct. I am known for a more holistic, integrative approach that considers mind, body, heart, and spirit. Western research-based interventions often create a foundation for treatment, which is then blended with Eastern traditions such as yoga, mindfulness, and philosophy. My experiences as a yogi, dancer, world traveler, artist, and poet lend creativity and range to my extensive clinical expertise. I emphasize authenticity, vulnerability, responsibility, and self-compassion.
Do you often feel anxious or uncertain when it comes to your romantic relationships? Are you tired of feeling like you’re giving more than you’re receiving, or like you’re losing yourself trying to please others? Maybe you struggle with setting boundaries because you worry about being rejected or abandoned. These challenges can leave you feeling stuck, frustrated, and disconnected from yourself and from the relationships you truly want. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
Do you often feel anxious or uncertain when it comes to your romantic relationships? Are you tired of feeling like you’re giving more than you’re receiving, or like you’re losing yourself trying to please others? Maybe you struggle with setting boundaries because you worry about being rejected or abandoned. These challenges can leave you feeling stuck, frustrated, and disconnected from yourself and from the relationships you truly want. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
Laura Lynnette Insley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Not accepting new clients
Recovering from loss is painful. Loss of a loved one, a relationship, health...there are many different losses in life. I can help. With 20 years as a therapist, including 12 years of Hospice and a Grief Recovery certified Specialist, I have a deep appreciation of the challenges associated with life' losses. Starting with my years working with Adult Survivors of Sexual Abuse and facilitating groups of both Survivors and those suffering from Domestic Violence, I have since worked with families in crisis and individuals challenged with various debilitating issues.
Recovering from loss is painful. Loss of a loved one, a relationship, health...there are many different losses in life. I can help. With 20 years as a therapist, including 12 years of Hospice and a Grief Recovery certified Specialist, I have a deep appreciation of the challenges associated with life' losses. Starting with my years working with Adult Survivors of Sexual Abuse and facilitating groups of both Survivors and those suffering from Domestic Violence, I have since worked with families in crisis and individuals challenged with various debilitating issues.
As both a therapist and professor at the University of North Florida, I specialize in young children and parenting. I help families facilitate a healthy, loving relationship with each other while helping children learn how to feel, process, and communicate feelings. This leads to more connection and understanding of themselves and others. As a parenting and play therapist specialist, I work with children of divorce, anger, tantrums, trauma, sibling rivalry, anxiety, depression, academic difficulties, and self esteem issues.
As both a therapist and professor at the University of North Florida, I specialize in young children and parenting. I help families facilitate a healthy, loving relationship with each other while helping children learn how to feel, process, and communicate feelings. This leads to more connection and understanding of themselves and others. As a parenting and play therapist specialist, I work with children of divorce, anger, tantrums, trauma, sibling rivalry, anxiety, depression, academic difficulties, and self esteem issues.
I believe the most important part of making therapy successful is establishing a trusting relationship where I then empower the client to pursue their desired goals and overcome barriers preventing that outcome. I am very client-centered and base tools and modalities on the individual's strengths and personality. Often these interventions pull from theories such as motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-focused, and Humanistic. I am happy to intertwine Christian faith into treatment if desired.
I believe the most important part of making therapy successful is establishing a trusting relationship where I then empower the client to pursue their desired goals and overcome barriers preventing that outcome. I am very client-centered and base tools and modalities on the individual's strengths and personality. Often these interventions pull from theories such as motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-focused, and Humanistic. I am happy to intertwine Christian faith into treatment if desired.
At Positive Counseling Center, you are guaranteed quality mental health services. Our goal is to help all of the individuals and families that we assist to realize their full potential. We have a group practice comprised of mental health professionals that come with a variety of expertise. Mental health services are available for adults, children, and families. Together, we can improve the quality of life for everyone we assist and those they know and love. You can be the catalyst for positive change.
At Positive Counseling Center, you are guaranteed quality mental health services. Our goal is to help all of the individuals and families that we assist to realize their full potential. We have a group practice comprised of mental health professionals that come with a variety of expertise. Mental health services are available for adults, children, and families. Together, we can improve the quality of life for everyone we assist and those they know and love. You can be the catalyst for positive change.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I support my clients in building more fulfilling relationships with themselves, their partners, and/or their children. I work with individuals who are going through significant life transitions, feeling stuck in their relationship(s), suffering from anxiety or depression, or shifting into a new identity. I know that processing these challenges in therapy can be difficult - and I also know it can be incredibly gratifying. I'd love to support you in your unique journey.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I support my clients in building more fulfilling relationships with themselves, their partners, and/or their children. I work with individuals who are going through significant life transitions, feeling stuck in their relationship(s), suffering from anxiety or depression, or shifting into a new identity. I know that processing these challenges in therapy can be difficult - and I also know it can be incredibly gratifying. I'd love to support you in your unique journey.
Life’s challenges can leave us feeling stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from who we truly are. But I truly believe that we are the experts of our own lives, even as we occasionally get lost along the way. As a therapist, my goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can express your authentic self, work through difficult emotions, and rediscover your inner resilience.
Life’s challenges can leave us feeling stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from who we truly are. But I truly believe that we are the experts of our own lives, even as we occasionally get lost along the way. As a therapist, my goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can express your authentic self, work through difficult emotions, and rediscover your inner resilience.
My successful client is interested in bettering themselves, is open to suggestions and is willing to work hard to improve their life. I would enjoy assisting you in bringing joy, adventure and romance back to your relationship. Are you stuck in a job where you feel unfulfilled? I can help you create a position, or market yourself to find satisfaction in your job. Is depression or anxiety hindering you from doing things you enjoy? You're likely to respond to my CBT based program to assist you in recognizing patterns that are holding you prisoner and keeping you from your dreams.
My successful client is interested in bettering themselves, is open to suggestions and is willing to work hard to improve their life. I would enjoy assisting you in bringing joy, adventure and romance back to your relationship. Are you stuck in a job where you feel unfulfilled? I can help you create a position, or market yourself to find satisfaction in your job. Is depression or anxiety hindering you from doing things you enjoy? You're likely to respond to my CBT based program to assist you in recognizing patterns that are holding you prisoner and keeping you from your dreams.
I am comfortable working with a diverse population and a diversity of presenting problems. I have an extensive background working with anxiety-related disorders and can offer several techniques to reduce anxiety. I also specialize in women’s issues and I offer interventions to help navigate some of the mental health concerns women face as related to gender. Helping others through tough transitions and mental health difficulties is my passion. It is the evolution of the client-therapist relationship that drives me to do this work.
I am comfortable working with a diverse population and a diversity of presenting problems. I have an extensive background working with anxiety-related disorders and can offer several techniques to reduce anxiety. I also specialize in women’s issues and I offer interventions to help navigate some of the mental health concerns women face as related to gender. Helping others through tough transitions and mental health difficulties is my passion. It is the evolution of the client-therapist relationship that drives me to do this work.
Figuring out life as a young adult can be a lot. Maybe you're taking on adult responsibilities for the first time and feeling the stress of being on your own. Maybe you're working on communication and emotional skills for healthy relationships. Or maybe you're exploring your identity and values apart from how you were raised. These transitions can be tough. Add being a high performer—whether you're an athlete or driven student— the grind can take a toll on your mental health. At the end of the day, you just want to handle all the pressure and expectations without losing yourself, and still have time to enjoy life and have fun.
Figuring out life as a young adult can be a lot. Maybe you're taking on adult responsibilities for the first time and feeling the stress of being on your own. Maybe you're working on communication and emotional skills for healthy relationships. Or maybe you're exploring your identity and values apart from how you were raised. These transitions can be tough. Add being a high performer—whether you're an athlete or driven student— the grind can take a toll on your mental health. At the end of the day, you just want to handle all the pressure and expectations without losing yourself, and still have time to enjoy life and have fun.
My clinical experience specifically includes working with the families of individuals with a severe mental illness diagnosis, bereavement counseling (including situations of violent or traumatic loss), and infertility. I also work with individuals who are anticipating or experiencing stress related to high-conflict divorce. I have a special place in my heart for clients who would rather be doing almost anything else with their time than go to therapy. If you are someone who has an aversion to dredging up slings and arrows, I can relate.
My clinical experience specifically includes working with the families of individuals with a severe mental illness diagnosis, bereavement counseling (including situations of violent or traumatic loss), and infertility. I also work with individuals who are anticipating or experiencing stress related to high-conflict divorce. I have a special place in my heart for clients who would rather be doing almost anything else with their time than go to therapy. If you are someone who has an aversion to dredging up slings and arrows, I can relate.
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Number of Therapists in 90254
300+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in 90254 who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 83% | Relationship Issues |
| 75% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Life Transitions |
| 69% | Coping Skills |
| 66% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 64% | Aetna |
| 56% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 56% | Other |
How Therapists in 90254 see their clients
| 74% | In Person and Online | |
| 26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 84% | Female | |
| 15% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |