Therapists in The Plaza, Long Beach, CA

Lori M Downing
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Are life’s struggles causing you to feel overwhelmed, confused, distressed, dissatisfied, or alone? I can help you find hope and healing, and a way forward. I truly believe the connection between therapist and client is essential to successful therapy and connecting with my clients - is my greatest asset. I do this by providing a caring, non-judgmental, supportive presence and a listening ear. In this safe place, I come alongside adult individuals dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Co-dependency, Elder and Caregiving Issues, Life Transitions, Grief and Loss, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Faith Issues and help them move forward.

Gwen Schwimmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
It takes courage and humility to seek help for oneself. I strive to create an empathic, collaborative atmosphere to help you address and diminish pain and conflict in your life. My approach is eclectic drawing from two decades of experience treating a wide range of emotional issues. There is no need for you to suffer any longer. I offer guidance and tools for you to reduce distress in your life.

Alen Arjad
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, CADC-I
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
No matter what you’re seeking, whether it’s overcoming worries, desiring more out of life, reducing stress in relationships, or becoming a more refined version of yourself, it’s helpful to have an ally throughout the journey. I believe that people have within them the creativity, strengths, and solutions to become who and what they want to be. My style is integrative which aims to address each person’s unique experience through a wide variety of psychotherapies and tools.

Raenisha D. Love
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Starting therapy can be scary! Therapy is a collaborative process that allows me to guide and empower you to resolve issues that are affecting your life. I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and boundary-setting in work and personal life. I provide culturally appropriate services while using your strengths as a starting point. I am queer and trans-affirming and welcome LGBTQAI clients, their families and loved ones.

Jennifer Leupp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you find yourself feeling anxious, overwhelmed or resentful no matter what you do? You may be fed up with some of the people in your life, feeling like they take you for granted, or feeling you can never do enough to please them. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to figure this out. You’re ready to to have a heathy relationship with yourself and others . Most of all, you’re ready to thrive!

Mckenna Coffey
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW , Intern
Verified
Verified
My clients tend to be highly reflective individuals who have already begun a journey of self-discovery- either through therapy, spiritual / psychedelic practice, or self-study. They often have core wounds holding them back from cultivating the meaning and joy they are deeply seeking in their lives. As a therapist, my role is to cultivate a container of trust that allows the client to access their innate inner wisdom. Together, we utilize a range of therapeutic modalities to support the client's somatic healing and increase their capacity to sit in a state of radical acceptance. If this approach resonates, reach out!

Sean Forster
LPC Intern, MA, APCC
Verified
Verified
Not finding answers or feeling stuck can leave us helpless and hopeless. Sometimes we need a safe place to express and explore our innermost parts to access the answers we seek. My preferred approach is insight-oriented and person-centered. I want to help you gain greater self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-love. A better understanding of how our past has shaped our present can encourage us to become empowered. Together we can make the change to become ‘unstuck’.
Not accepting new clients

Hayley Jones Sussman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a clinical psychologist with over 25 years experience providing psychotherapy and consultation. I have helped children, teens and adults work through a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, parenting, grief, and peer/relational issues. I also have extensive experience working with children on the autism spectrum, as well as consulting with their parents who are navigating the difficult path of raising neuro-divergent children. On a personal level, I believe my down to earth, optimistic, and authentic nature offers comfort and hope for change.

Elena Dasgupta-Tsinikas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
My Credentials: A certified cognitive behavioral therapist specializing in the treatment of trauma and PTSD. My Experience: I have worked with issues such as family conflict, life transitions, domestic violence, sexual abuse, depression, low self-esteem, parenting difficulties & relationship distress. My Clients: I work with women, men, & non-binary individuals; LGBTQIA+ identified folx & their families; young adults, older adults, and parents raising young children. I also love working as a "therapist's therapist," providing a supportive, safe space for other mental health professionals who are working through their own "stuff".

WellBeings Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, EMDR
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
Money, vacations and good food can make us happy, but how long does this feeling last? Sustainable happiness comes from within, unobstructed by past injuries and external influences. When we operate disconnected from our inner wellbeing, we feel lost, unsatisfied, depressed, anxious...the list goes on. As your therapist, our purpose is to nurture and witness your journey back to your true essence and to facilitate a process that will lead you to a life of wellness and authenticity.

Tracie Temple
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Whether you are a teenager or an adult, existential moments present themselves. Sometimes it takes the help of someone compassionate, yet straightforward, who is outside of the problem to help you find solutions. There is not always a clear cut answer to life's complex problems, but together we can prioritize and sort them out in order to achieve our goals. I work with both adolescents and adults in areas such as: trauma, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse.
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Shawn Montoya
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Although we come from many different walks of life, your story matters. I am here to assure you that your journey does not have to be navigated through alone. My goal is to work together with you in discovering who you once were, who you are now, & who & where you want to be. I believe we can learn to control our thoughts & emotions in order to heal, discover peace, & find empowerment. In this journey of self-discovery, I hope to provide you with a non-judgmental & supportive, safe space while focusing on developing genuine trust & connection.

Dana Jasmine Zaredini
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified
Verified
I work with children, youth, and families. I help my clients learn to cope and heal from anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-harming, suicidal ideation, PTSD, trauma, and abuse (sexual/psychological/emotional/physical). I also enjoy working with clients facing issues around abandonment, grief and loss, and intergenerational trauma. My goal is to help clients feel empowered and provide hope they can heal from any painful past or present experiences in their lives. I am certified in somatic and embodiment regulation strategies, where I completed training with trauma therapist Linda Thai.

Erica Kurowski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
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.

Elemental Wellness
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LMFT, LADAAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I consider it an honor to develop a relationship with you and walk beside you on your journey to exploring your darkest corners and bringing some light into your shadows. For 14 years, I have been in the field of recovery and addiction. I have personal and professional experience with addiction and I am familiar with most types of recovery. Inpatient treatment can be expensive and is not appropriate for everyone. I can support you in making an informed decision in how to best treat your addiction without the sales pitch and get you and your family the help you need.
Waitlist for new clients

Candice L. Recotta
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, CCTP, EMDR
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe that developing a trusting relationship with your therapist is essential. My training and experience have created the fostering of the origins of trauma and how it can affect all areas of functioning. I use trauma-informed approaches and am both a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Certified Therapist. These modalities are instrumental in reducing the effects that long term and chronic tension, trauma, and anxiety can create in our daily lives.

Jessie Hoffer
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, Intern
Verified
Verified
I work with adults and couples, helping clients through different stages of life. My areas of specialty include self-esteem, anxiety, depression, sexual problems, and maternal mental health (perinatal/postpartum). My goal is to guide my clients to live with confidence and joy. The approach I use in practice focuses on helping you build tools to better manage emotional stress, release tension stored in the body from negative life experiences, and empower you to identify, create and value your strengths. Together, we will discover the roots of the presenting problems and address the underlying source for long-lasting change.

Michelle Joanne Needham
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am here to help an individual in their journey to being more centered, happier, and filled with tools and skills to handle what life throws at us on our way. Are you tired of not feeling like you're not striving in life, barely hanging? Depressed, anxious, confused, feeling like you don't matter, unclear of your purpose? Do you want to feel better about yourself, more confident, and smile more? I'm no magician and can't make all these wishes come true. But I can provide a safe and unconditionally accepting place for you to explore the inner workings of your heart and soul and rid of old ways no longer serving you.

Brianna Patti
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified
Verified
Accepting new clients! - - - You have an internal sense of who you are and what you want, but you might not know where to turn for help. Maybe you tried to figure things out on your own, or you confided in unsafe people. Wherever your past led you, I'm here to support you on a new path to exploring your true self.

Interventions and Beyond / Roberto A Henderson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW(C) , CADCIII, ICADCII, SUDCIII
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am accepting new clients. I have over 32 years of experience in the field of counseling and addiction treatment. I know I can help you and your family in developing an effective approach to get the treatment necessary, change the course of your lives as well as gain freedom from the grip of addiction. " Book Knowledge " helps but I also have 34 years of personal recovery from addiction to draw from and make effective assessments to help the entire family deal with the crisis. Professional help increases the likelihood of success by 400%. My specialties are addictions, co-dependency, family dynamics and anger management
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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.