Therapists in 90813

***ONLY PRACTICING VIRTUAL CURRENTLY*** If this is your first time in therapy, I know that it can be an uncomfortable situation putting yourself out there, but I just wanted to say, you came to the right place. It is a huge step to be able to advocate yourself and acknowledge the fact that you may need some more support in some areas of your life. If it is not your first time, welcome back! I am looking forward to working with you.

My approach is based on treating the person as a whole being. I believe that learning to integrate how we live is essential to heal, change and grow. Practically speaking, this means guiding heart, mind and body to work together, rather than being controlled by our fears or judgements. My initial goal is to assist each person to find effective ways to relieve symptoms, then, if they're willing and desire it, to explore ways to move beyond symptoms, learn how to live increasingly in the present, and create deeper and more enduring happiness and acceptance of self and others.

My clients are motivated for change and are seeking effective and long lasting results. If you have tried other approaches or have been discouraged by stagnation, I encourage you to reach out and connect with me. I use a psychodynamic and integrative approach to treatment and recovery. I am a Licensed Clincial Psychologist in Los Angeles/Long Beach. I specialize in treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety and addiction. I work with couples and individuals and look forward to work with you. LGBT+, Diversity, Spirituality, Culture, Holistic and Native Healing

Sometimes you're overwhelmed with emotions and feel paralyzed or sometimes you are so afraid of being abandoned that you won't allow yourself to be close to anyone; whatever it is you are feeling, I believe you deserve a space to feel safe to share what's deep inside of you; to deeply discover who you are and what you love in life; to accept your history and use it as your strength; to have empathy for yourself first to have empathy for others and to fall in love with who you are; I want to help you on your journey to becoming Empowered by exercising your Mental Fitness with a purpose to guide you towards your authentic self.

When people find themselves suffering from debilitating mental illnesses and/or dual diagnoses, they often find themselves feeling lost without knowing who to turn to for help and understanding. I am very passionate about helping people deal with negative experiences or traumatic stressors which can alter one’s life functioning. I have spent my career thus far assisting members of our community with finding a worthwhile balance in their lives, regardless of the exact origin or combinations of causes that lead to stressful experiences.

Does your life feel shaped by trauma? Do you find yourself finding faults in your decision making skills, hating your inner self, overly pleasing others till it hurts you, or often being manipulated in your relationships? Building a strong love and care for those inner hidden pieces of you, and being able to express those rich parts in a positive way can go a long way in the journey of growing a healthy happy life. The ultimate goal is that the client will be able to embrace every facet of life in a totally authentic way, learn positive boundaries, and to deal with any emotion or behavior that presents itself in the present moment.

“What’s wrong with me?” “Why am I doing this?” “How can I feel better?” You’re likely here because you’ve asked yourself at least one of these questions. Maybe you notice yourself feeling nervous and on-edge, causing irritability, isolation, and strained relationships. Or you’re having trouble motivating yourself, keeping you from reaching your goals and feeling your best. Or perhaps you experience the same nagging thoughts playing over and over in your mind that you can’t get to stop, making you wonder if you’re just a little bit crazy. (Spoiler: You’re not!)

The truth about mental health is that being mentally healthy is not simply being happy all the time and perfect relationships are not born they are built. It is a fact that life is full of twists and turns with amazing highs and heartbreaking lows, not just for the individual but for couples and families as well. True mental health is the ability to navigate through these points while embracing the full range of your emotions and honoring them and every part of yourself! This is the stuff that mentally healthy and strong people and relationships are made of and this is where my passion lies!

We at APLA Health - Long Beach are dedicated to serving our community, and we make working with individuals of all backgrounds part of our mission. We are here to help, whether you're completely committed to change or you're struggling with the idea. We provide medical, dental, and behavioral health care all within the same clinic. In addition to primary care, we offer sexual health testing and treatment, HIV/AIDs care, and medical interventions for the trans community.

****NOW ACCEPTING CLIENTS FOR ZOOM SESSIONS ****Hello world, I’m Lizette. I am happy you are here! If you are new to therapy, welcome! Please feel free to contact me and I will be more than happy to answer any questions. My motto: I place the highest value in treatment on my relationship with you. I am a genuine and real person above all. I like to mix a little bit of research with a little bit of rap. That is to say, I blend knowledge from training with real-world experience of culture and diversity. I provide a safe, non-judgmental, and welcoming space for individuals, couples, and families to achieve their interpersonal goals.

Are you finding yourself starting over, and finding it difficult to adjust to your new way of life. Does it feel hard to move forward and feels like your dragging your feet. Maybe you are in the middle of a divorce or break-up. All of these changes can be difficult to manage on your own. The intense feelings can be depression, anxiety, fear of the unknown, loneliness, struggling to make new connections, sabotaging your chances of love/friendships, and sense of loss. The experience can make you feel worthless, unloved, unseen and feeling like a failure.

*Currently my practice is at capacity, but have space for assessments for gender affirming letters. I am honored to build an affirmative practice that brings in-depth, contemporary, relational psychotherapy to my community. I hope to build therapeutic relationships that encourage my clients to process and fully experience emotions, move through depression and anxiety, and re-frame negative thoughts and patterns with a deeper understanding of their origins. Together, we engage bravely (and playfully) with unexamined thoughts, feelings and experiences!

The Clinic offers individual, couples and youth counseling Services.Services are provided to address any of the following concerns: self-esteem, depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship concerns, assertiveness etc.. Our Youth Counseling provides children with skills to help them cope with problems that inhibit their learning, social interactions and emotional well-being. The child's counselor concentrates on areas such as emotional resiliency, assertiveness, self-esteem building, listening, communication, and motivation

Hello and welcome to my page :-). You are a unique outpouring of life that is experiencing humanity. Your story deserves to be heard. I believe you can be better tomorrow than you are today. That patterns repeat themselves. When active attention is brought to a pattern it can be understood and revised. I believe it takes a weekly commitment to honor yourself through self-exploration. You are worth this time and attention. Connection to others is now more important than ever. Through talking healing can happen. Love, Heal and Prosper. #Therapy works! Click left for my website.

In my practice, I strive to guide couples struggling with connection and intimacy issues a roadmap to a healthier more fulfilling security that they may not have thought possible. As a trained in the Emotionally Focused Therapy, I have guided many couples successfully through this process. It is a privilege to work in joint effort with my clients in utilizing their strengths to safely and compassionately discover a path towards healing and resolution. My practice specialties include: Depression Anxiety, Grief/Loss, EMDR treatment for PTSD, Trauma, Individual Therapy and Family Therapy, Parenting, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Personal Growth Issues, Life Transition Issues, Stress Management.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 32 years of experience. I have worked with clients with various concerns, including depression, anxiety, parenting, marital difficulties, and betrayal trauma. I have worked with clients who have experienced trauma and abuse and provided a safe place to process their pain and learn the impact of their past and how it impacts their present circumstances. Together we change ineffective patterns of behaviors and coping to more effective ways to manage and change.

My name is Patrick O’Reilly and I am a clinical psychologist. My areas of clinical interest are Depression, Anxiety and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. I am especially focused on trauma as applied to Undue Influence, which includes abusive relationships, bullying, trauma related to immigration, violence, membership in abusive secular and nonsecular groups, and abusive work environments.

*Now offering in-person sessions in DTLB* When you aren't true to yourself, all kinds of unpleasant feelings can result. You might experience unhappiness, anxiety, loneliness, fear, or resentment. Through therapy, you can connect to your authentic self and learn to bring more of that self to your relationships, career, and passions. You'll feel better when you can be who you truly are.

Life can present challenges that take two to process and understand. I believe a good therapeutic relationship is a dynamic conversation that can change your perspective and positively impact your everyday life. I offer a trained empathic ear, an inquisitive mind, and a safe environment to explore your thoughts and feelings about whatever is troubling you.

Perhaps you are brand new to therapy, or returning for better results. Maybe you are looking for a therapist that relates to the LGBTQ+ identities/experiences you have, and how those may affect other areas of your life. You're looking for a space to be authentic and explore complex parts of who you are in a safe, affirming space. You might be experiencing anxiety, depression, confusion, or other barriers to your well-being. My priority is inviting you to share who you are so we can create positive outcomes. I combine evidence-based practices with real-world application, placing your experiences at the forefront of therapy.