Therapists in Long Beach, CA

Fernando Avila
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90806 (Online Only)
Fernando Avila is a Licensed Psychologist (Ph.D.) who specializes in treating a variety of issues such as depression; anxiety; trauma; grief; and stress in preteens, adolescents, and adults. He has 10 years of experience in the mental health field. Fernando completed his Ph.D. at the University of Denver. As a Latino male born in a different country, he personally understands that people are very unique and from a variety of backgrounds.
Fernando Avila is a Licensed Psychologist (Ph.D.) who specializes in treating a variety of issues such as depression; anxiety; trauma; grief; and stress in preteens, adolescents, and adults. He has 10 years of experience in the mental health field. Fernando completed his Ph.D. at the University of Denver. As a Latino male born in a different country, he personally understands that people are very unique and from a variety of backgrounds.

Megan Shewmaker (Wurtz)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90813
Hello, my name is Megan Wurtz. I have been a licensed clinical social worker since 2018. I believe that we are all own our guide in our healing journey. I am here to provide support as you discover a deeper sense of self. I am trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT, comprehensive resource model, and parts work. I work with clients of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, and race. I am well trained in treating anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma (PTSD), peer relationships, codependency, family conflict, and life transitions.
Hello, my name is Megan Wurtz. I have been a licensed clinical social worker since 2018. I believe that we are all own our guide in our healing journey. I am here to provide support as you discover a deeper sense of self. I am trained in EMDR, CBT, DBT, comprehensive resource model, and parts work. I work with clients of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, and race. I am well trained in treating anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma (PTSD), peer relationships, codependency, family conflict, and life transitions.

Everardo Alvizo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90815 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a psychotherapist committed to providing culturally appropriate mental health services for the Latinx, LGBTQ+ and Spanish-speaking community. My work focuses on helping adults struggling with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance use/abuse, trauma, and attachment disorders. I also work with youth (16-25 years old) with prodromal schizophrenia. Mental wellness is not often talked about, dealt with or even addressed at all within the Latinx community. If you are struggling with any of this, I'm here to help.
I am a psychotherapist committed to providing culturally appropriate mental health services for the Latinx, LGBTQ+ and Spanish-speaking community. My work focuses on helping adults struggling with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance use/abuse, trauma, and attachment disorders. I also work with youth (16-25 years old) with prodromal schizophrenia. Mental wellness is not often talked about, dealt with or even addressed at all within the Latinx community. If you are struggling with any of this, I'm here to help.

Chelsea Rocha
Counselor, LPCC
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90805
Hi there, I'm Chelsea! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and have a School Counseling (Pupil Personnel Services) Credential. I provide mental health services in English and Spanish. I have assisted clients who struggle with grief, anxiety, trauma, depression, substance use, ADHD, suicidal behavior, and attachment disorders. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Person-Centered therapy, and a Humanistic paradigm to guide my treatment with Clients.
Hi there, I'm Chelsea! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and have a School Counseling (Pupil Personnel Services) Credential. I provide mental health services in English and Spanish. I have assisted clients who struggle with grief, anxiety, trauma, depression, substance use, ADHD, suicidal behavior, and attachment disorders. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Person-Centered therapy, and a Humanistic paradigm to guide my treatment with Clients.
Nancy Soliman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90805 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with every day tasks, feeling sad, out of place and just overwhelmed with life and all the things that come with it? Are you ready to learn how to recognize your own strengths, potentials, heal and become free? Do you struggle with your child/adolescents behaviors, feel like you've tried everything and nothing is working? I'd be honored if you allow me to take this journey with you and your family. HI, my name is Nancy Soliman and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Are you struggling with every day tasks, feeling sad, out of place and just overwhelmed with life and all the things that come with it? Are you ready to learn how to recognize your own strengths, potentials, heal and become free? Do you struggle with your child/adolescents behaviors, feel like you've tried everything and nothing is working? I'd be honored if you allow me to take this journey with you and your family. HI, my name is Nancy Soliman and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).

Constanza Patricia Whitwood - Love Listen And Play
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90815
Life can be overwhelming. Compassionate support and gentle guidance in times of stress, difficulty, and transition is a gamechanger. Maybe you are struggling to adjust to motherhood or the demands of parenting, or you are reeling after a significant loss, or you (or your child) are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or trauma that are interfering with your day-to-day life. You want to feel more like yourself again, and less out of control, and know that you need some help to get through this.
Life can be overwhelming. Compassionate support and gentle guidance in times of stress, difficulty, and transition is a gamechanger. Maybe you are struggling to adjust to motherhood or the demands of parenting, or you are reeling after a significant loss, or you (or your child) are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or trauma that are interfering with your day-to-day life. You want to feel more like yourself again, and less out of control, and know that you need some help to get through this.

Emily Williams
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90803
I work with adults who may be seeking to understand themselves better, heal from painful experiences, develop satisfying relationships, or pursue a more meaningful life. My approach to therapy is compassionate, authentic, and down-to-earth; I aim to offer a place where you can experience relief, feel understood, and cultivate a life guided by intentionality, wisdom, and your personal values.
I work with adults who may be seeking to understand themselves better, heal from painful experiences, develop satisfying relationships, or pursue a more meaningful life. My approach to therapy is compassionate, authentic, and down-to-earth; I aim to offer a place where you can experience relief, feel understood, and cultivate a life guided by intentionality, wisdom, and your personal values.

Barbara Ammon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90803
For over 20 years as a psychologist I have helped people struggling with a variety of issues including life transitions, relationship challenges, work stress, and recovery from anxiety and depression. My approach is two-fold. I want to address the specific issues that have led you to therapy at this time of your life, and I will use therapeutic approaches that are compatible with your unique personality, problems and learning style. I believe that everyone has the power to reexamine and alter situations and tensions in their lives. Clients describe my approach as caring and compassionate but at the same time straight forward.
For over 20 years as a psychologist I have helped people struggling with a variety of issues including life transitions, relationship challenges, work stress, and recovery from anxiety and depression. My approach is two-fold. I want to address the specific issues that have led you to therapy at this time of your life, and I will use therapeutic approaches that are compatible with your unique personality, problems and learning style. I believe that everyone has the power to reexamine and alter situations and tensions in their lives. Clients describe my approach as caring and compassionate but at the same time straight forward.

Juliana Parker
Associated Professional Clinical Counselor, MS , APCC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90815
Sometimes you just need someone to talk to and to listen to you. Not your friend, neighbor, or partner, but just someone who will LISTEN. I am that person. Yes, I have professional training as a therapist, but where I excel is by providing a non-judgmental space and genuinely connecting with people. I am here to listen. You don't have to carry it all by yourself.
Sometimes you just need someone to talk to and to listen to you. Not your friend, neighbor, or partner, but just someone who will LISTEN. I am that person. Yes, I have professional training as a therapist, but where I excel is by providing a non-judgmental space and genuinely connecting with people. I am here to listen. You don't have to carry it all by yourself.

Nicholas Paul Prelesnik
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90814 (Online Only)
No one is coming to therapy because things are great. This is what I respect and love about the relationship and seeing that change is possible. Your time is valuable and I want to give you the nudges and challenges to make you see progress. I've been told by clients that they appreciate my no-nonsense approach and calling out unhealthy behaviors. I am in long-term recovery and have navigated my own way towards significant life changes which leave me content. I've worked in dual diagnosis facilities treating substance abuse and mental health for 12 years, and I also have 11 years experience as a public high school teacher.
No one is coming to therapy because things are great. This is what I respect and love about the relationship and seeing that change is possible. Your time is valuable and I want to give you the nudges and challenges to make you see progress. I've been told by clients that they appreciate my no-nonsense approach and calling out unhealthy behaviors. I am in long-term recovery and have navigated my own way towards significant life changes which leave me content. I've worked in dual diagnosis facilities treating substance abuse and mental health for 12 years, and I also have 11 years experience as a public high school teacher.

Nicole Arzt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90803 (Online Only)
As a 'therapist for therapists,' I work with mental health professionals who feel disconnected from themselves. Even if they present as successful or confident, they move through their days feeling ashamed or insecure. They often have complex traumas that coincide with an existential dread about who they are in this world. They may worry about their ability to help clients or manage their own mental health. Amid this intense discomfort, they value having someone who can sit and witness their pain with them. They don't necessarily need coping skills, but they do need introspection and a relationship where they can be fully seen.
As a 'therapist for therapists,' I work with mental health professionals who feel disconnected from themselves. Even if they present as successful or confident, they move through their days feeling ashamed or insecure. They often have complex traumas that coincide with an existential dread about who they are in this world. They may worry about their ability to help clients or manage their own mental health. Amid this intense discomfort, they value having someone who can sit and witness their pain with them. They don't necessarily need coping skills, but they do need introspection and a relationship where they can be fully seen.
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Mayana Lea Geathers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90806 (Online Only)
You are worthy of experiencing a healing space that is safe for you to express your full self and explore your emotions and vulnerabilities. I look to create an empowering space for all the clients I work with, one that begins with the understanding that you are the expert on your own experience. I am here to provide nonjudgmental support along the way that honors all of your intersecting identities. I offer therapy with a social justice framework that includes a lens for the experiences of the BIPOC community and affirming care for the LGBTQ+ community.
You are worthy of experiencing a healing space that is safe for you to express your full self and explore your emotions and vulnerabilities. I look to create an empowering space for all the clients I work with, one that begins with the understanding that you are the expert on your own experience. I am here to provide nonjudgmental support along the way that honors all of your intersecting identities. I offer therapy with a social justice framework that includes a lens for the experiences of the BIPOC community and affirming care for the LGBTQ+ community.

Tara Guden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90814 (Online Only)
Thank you for visiting my page. The fact that you’re here means that you’re ready for something in your life to change and you’re looking for guidance about how to bring that desire to fruition. It would be an honor to walk along side you as you explore new beginnings.
Thank you for visiting my page. The fact that you’re here means that you’re ready for something in your life to change and you’re looking for guidance about how to bring that desire to fruition. It would be an honor to walk along side you as you explore new beginnings.

Joni L. Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90803
What if we all knew we had two different versions of us inside? A sense of self connected to our Essense qualities, like loving-kindness, connection, curiosity, courage, and resilience. Then, we also have a trained-in guarded version of our sense of self which needs to be right, hates being wrong, and does harm, without really meaning to. Usually, at the moment that our Essence qualities would easily Transform an experience for us, we’ve been trained to trust our guarded states, which solve one problem, but do harm in other ways instead. What if it was this guarded aspect of our self, which gets in the way of our own authenticity?
What if we all knew we had two different versions of us inside? A sense of self connected to our Essense qualities, like loving-kindness, connection, curiosity, courage, and resilience. Then, we also have a trained-in guarded version of our sense of self which needs to be right, hates being wrong, and does harm, without really meaning to. Usually, at the moment that our Essence qualities would easily Transform an experience for us, we’ve been trained to trust our guarded states, which solve one problem, but do harm in other ways instead. What if it was this guarded aspect of our self, which gets in the way of our own authenticity?

Maple Moriji
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90804
Therapy is an art, not a science. Since every person is a unique individual, therapy will vary depending on the persons involved. Hence, there can be no one approach to therapy which works for everyone. To facilitate change, different techniques may be used. However, the forging of a therapeutic alliance is essential for change. Research has shown that a successful outcome in therapy depends on this. In humanistic psychology, emphasis is placed on self-actualization. A propensity to self-actualize is presumed to exist in all persons. Karen Horney made the following analogy to illustrate this phenomenon.
Therapy is an art, not a science. Since every person is a unique individual, therapy will vary depending on the persons involved. Hence, there can be no one approach to therapy which works for everyone. To facilitate change, different techniques may be used. However, the forging of a therapeutic alliance is essential for change. Research has shown that a successful outcome in therapy depends on this. In humanistic psychology, emphasis is placed on self-actualization. A propensity to self-actualize is presumed to exist in all persons. Karen Horney made the following analogy to illustrate this phenomenon.

Bahareh Saidian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90802 (Online Only)
Pacific Mind Health approaches mental health using a variety of evidence-based treatments including medication, psychotherapy, telemedicine, Spravato, 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. Please use this link for a free informational TMS session https://www.pacificmindhealth.com/tmsinfo.html
Pacific Mind Health approaches mental health using a variety of evidence-based treatments including medication, psychotherapy, telemedicine, Spravato, 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. Please use this link for a free informational TMS session https://www.pacificmindhealth.com/tmsinfo.html

Linda Louise Faust
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Long Beach, CA 90804
Are you feeling worried, anxious, or unsure about the direction of your life? Feelings of confusion, anxiety, and depression are often reasons people seek therapy. If you are feeling overwhelmed by grief and loss, difficulties in personal relationships, family, career, or past traumas, I can help. My therapeutic approach is direct, compassionate, strength based, and collaborative. By providing a safe environment, in which you can feel heard and understood, I can assist you in discovering your inner resources, solutions, and answers. Together we can work to provide you with the necessary tools to help you navigate difficult life transitions.
Are you feeling worried, anxious, or unsure about the direction of your life? Feelings of confusion, anxiety, and depression are often reasons people seek therapy. If you are feeling overwhelmed by grief and loss, difficulties in personal relationships, family, career, or past traumas, I can help. My therapeutic approach is direct, compassionate, strength based, and collaborative. By providing a safe environment, in which you can feel heard and understood, I can assist you in discovering your inner resources, solutions, and answers. Together we can work to provide you with the necessary tools to help you navigate difficult life transitions.

Adam Schilling
EdD, MS, CiPP
Long Beach, CA 90803
Happiness is a subjective experience. I have learned, and am continually in the process of learning more, about the field of positive psychology. Within this field, I will teach you tools to challenge negative thoughts, limiting beliefs, and addictive patterns. If you are struggling with any of these, you are not alone. If you are not necessarily struggling with these issues, but are seeking a different and more optimal path in life, I would also be very eager to assist you on your journey as well.
Happiness is a subjective experience. I have learned, and am continually in the process of learning more, about the field of positive psychology. Within this field, I will teach you tools to challenge negative thoughts, limiting beliefs, and addictive patterns. If you are struggling with any of these, you are not alone. If you are not necessarily struggling with these issues, but are seeking a different and more optimal path in life, I would also be very eager to assist you on your journey as well.

Joey Pham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90803 (Online Only)
At time, life provides us with the opportunities that enable us to grow and accomplish. However, at times it also presents itself in the form of a challenge. These life events can take a toll on our mental health and leave us feeling hopeless, unmotivated, lost, and stuck. I am passionate and confident in my ability to make a difference in the life of my clients. Having been through many touch patches myself, I understand well the importance of regaining one's own sense of purpose, strength, and dignity. I have experiences working with both children and adults using individual and family therapy modalities.
At time, life provides us with the opportunities that enable us to grow and accomplish. However, at times it also presents itself in the form of a challenge. These life events can take a toll on our mental health and leave us feeling hopeless, unmotivated, lost, and stuck. I am passionate and confident in my ability to make a difference in the life of my clients. Having been through many touch patches myself, I understand well the importance of regaining one's own sense of purpose, strength, and dignity. I have experiences working with both children and adults using individual and family therapy modalities.

Terry Eagan - Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry
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Verified
Long Beach, CA 90802
If you are suffering from medication resistant depression, anxiety, OCD, or PTSD, a combination of talk therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may be the answer for you. For many people, antidepressants do not fully relieve the symptoms or cause too many side effects, and it can become very difficult going through multiple medications that do not seem to work. After failed medication attempts, you are eligible to be treated with TMS and therapy together. Call our Specialists to learn more about your options.
If you are suffering from medication resistant depression, anxiety, OCD, or PTSD, a combination of talk therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may be the answer for you. For many people, antidepressants do not fully relieve the symptoms or cause too many side effects, and it can become very difficult going through multiple medications that do not seem to work. After failed medication attempts, you are eligible to be treated with TMS and therapy together. Call our Specialists to learn more about your options.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.