Therapists in 90802

I am a highly empathic counselor whose first goal is to create an environment safe enough for my clients to be authentically seen: without masks and without judgement. I consider myself a narrative therapist with a focus on identity, self-esteem and trauma; I use this focus to spark an internal revolt against the toxic levels of fear and shame we absorb over a lifetime of being told what to do, what to feel and what to believe.

I've been working with parents to find solutions to common behavioral problems. I work from an evidenced based, positive parenting approach. I also work with children with difficulties related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, tantrums, defiance, coping skills, & other problematic behavior.

We all try to cope with our wounds & stresses in the best way we can. Complex life experiences teach us complex ways to cope by perhaps— suppressing our feelings, staying hidden to avoid unwanted attention or punishment, acting out to explain the inexplicable, performing exceptionally & anxiously well to stand out or gain approval, or taking care of others at the expense of ourselves to compensate for our family legacies & cultural dynamics. Whatever the nature and range of your experiences, you may be struggling with your past and how it impacts your present, your work, your relationship with yourself, loved ones, & the world.

Long Beach couples counseling offered in a warm and comfortable environment! I help individuals and couples work through difficult life processes in a nurturing and loving way. I assist your process offering effective communication practices and tools to work through even the most difficult situations. I specialize with couples in Long Beach dealing with infidelity, blended family difficulties, life transition difficulties, anger management, substance abuse issues, and healthy communication practices. I look forward to hearing from you.

TWIDWID is the practice of empowering people, organizations, and communities to advance in day-to-day activities, resolve conflicts, refine perspectives, and enhance performance. Focusing on you, TWIDWID CS strategies to help clients improve their critical issues and opportunities by implementing positive psychology. Positive psychology is used to address and concur complex issues.

TELEHEALTH FROM YOUR HOME. You're doing it all - online yoga classes, meal-prepping, killing it at work, and making the best sourdough starter on this side of the Colorado River. But when you hit the pillow at night - there's a loneliness, a deep dissatisfaction, anxiety, a stirring discontentment. On the surface, you've got your s*** together, but deep down - your life is being hijacked by your self-judgment, anxiety, negative beliefs, and the inner saboteur. Are you ready to get out of your own way so that you can finally enjoy relationships, work, and family? Your heart wants to be held and we were never meant to do this alone.

Acquiring good mental health requires a healing process that will enhance our daily lives physically, spiritually, and emotionally. Healing is a collaborative process that involves yourself, your counselor, a close support system (family and/or friends), and a community. Maintaining a healthy state of mind is a process that is best undertaken collectively. Please contact me and allow me to walk your journey with you. Together we can plan the best personal goals and achieve and maintain a healthier state of mind.

To schedule your first visit with me, please use this online scheduling link - (https://portal.geneticforesight.com/book) --- My professional practice of 15 years provides an extensive and varied experiential base that informs my pragmatic and eclectic approach to treatment. I choose from a variety of psychological schools tailoring the therapeutic process to each individual’s specific challenges and needs while nurturing awareness and self-compassion.

Difficult life experiences, or traumas, can have a hold on you, causing you to feel down, anxious, and unable to fully experience the present moment. You feel stuck, like there’s nothing you can do about your current circumstances. Maybe you feel like you aren’t enough. You’re having challenges in relationships, school, and/or work. You're doing what you're "supposed" to do rather than what you "want" to do? Consequently, you don't feel like yourself, not paying attention to parts of yourself that need attention or abandoning yourself entirely. Who asks you about your own thoughts, feelings, needs, wants, values, or dreams?

How hard is it for you to create balance and focus in a world full of distractions, dishonesty, & dis-ease? And if what I call the "detrimental D's" as stated above contributes to how you act/think/feel, then who or what is really controlling your life & wellbeing? Let me guess: social media, unaddressed trauma, grief & loss, emotional dysregulation, unhealthy boundaries, passiveness, impulsivity, mood or eating disorders, chronic fatigue, aches/pain, anxiety, depression, digestive discomfort, pH imbalances, etc. Talk therapy alone may be unsuccessful or even unappealing, are you interested in exploring something more effective?

Pacific Mind Health approaches mental health using a variety of evidence-based treatments including medication, psychotherapy, telemedicine, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). We are excited to offer Theta Burst Stimulation (TBS) - a revolutionary 3-minute procedure with equal or better efficacy to standard 40+ minute TMS protocols. We provide a thorough diagnostic evaluation to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you towards wellness. Treating mental health in a modern society requires compassion, flexibility, and innovation.

If you're feeling anxious, sadness or disconnected, working with a licensed therapist can be enormously helpful. Our team is passionate about empowering you to connect with your voice, create balance in your life, and have the satisfying and fulfilling relationships you deserve. Our approach often combines Western and Eastern Psychology to integrate Mind, Body, and Spirit which will deepen the relationship you have with yourself. We have specialized training in various modalities like EMDR that are helpful in healing emotional trauma, anxiety, mental blocks, physical pain, and can be supportive in creativity or sports performance.

Navigating through our life journey has its challenges but, I truly believe on the other side of depression, tough life transitions, anxiety, emotional instability, or heartbreak, there will be always be limitless opportunities for growth, and personal insight. Some of my clinical specialties include working with individuals who struggle with mental health barriers and risk factors such as: anxiety, depression, unresolved grief, gender and sexual minorities, highly sensitive women, low self esteem/worth, perfectionism, stressful transitions, romantic relational issues, family disconnect and attachment or abandonment issues.

I am a licensed professional clinical counselor. I completed my undergraduate work in psychology and counseling at the City University of New York-Queens College in New York and completed my Master's degree in mental health counseling at the City University of New York- Queens College. I have worked in substance abuse clinics, community mental health clinics and day programs serving various populations in New York City. I enjoy working with young adults and adults to help them achieve overall fulfillment in their everyday life. I have a passion to support clients in realizing their potential and developing into their optimal self.

You might be the person others rely on for support; how burdensome that can be when no one is supporting you! You may be dealing with a transition that leaves you out-of-sorts, or maybe you're the misfit who never felt they fit in. Maybe you are questioning your gender or sexuality; maybe you've slipped into a depressive or anxious rut and are trying to reclaim your power in your life. You may be a creative or an activist, bringing your visions into the world and feeling stymied by small minds. You might be BIPOC, queer, or both, and looking for someone you don't have to explain yourself to. I see you! And I'm here to help.

I welcome clients of all ethnicities, sexual identities, religious/spiritual belief systems and socioeconomic status' who are struggling with something in their lives that is making it hard to engage in interpersonal and/or other relationships. This could include difficulty functioning in your romantic partnerships, occupational/educational duties, family systems, and, most importantly, your relationship with yourself. Whether you want to heal from something in the past, learn how to be fully present and confident in your life today, or set yourself up for success in the future, no goal is too small.

As a 1.5 generation Vietnamese-American woman, I can bring understanding to the struggles that come with navigating generational trauma, personal trauma, and cultural and sexual identities. I am continuously aware of how cultural and sociopolitical factors impact your sense of well-being and relationships. I believe together, we can work on overcoming the hurt and pain from your past to help you stop feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or angry moving forward. I will journey with you as you find your happiness, cultivate better relationships, and learn to embrace all aspects of yourself.