Child Therapists in Long Beach, CA
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Ivory Rose Wellness Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Many
children
and adolescents have a challenging time as they develop their identities/personalities. These youths are facing obstacles that are unique to their generation, and so they may be struggling with finding and using their voices, understanding their thoughts and feelings, and feeling confident as they maneuver from one day to the next. Many may struggle with internal and external triggers that they do not know how to tackle. But how can they tackle something that they have not learned?

LaTianna Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, CTRS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Parenting problems? Perhaps you have a teen or
child
who is stressed and feeling anxious or sad? Do you want your
child
to thrive with more confidence, harmony and self awareness so they can live life and express themselves in an empowering way? I am a compassionate, creative and intuitive therapist here to illuminate your pain and transmute it into purpose and inner power. I also work with couples using the Gottman method. I help couples with relationship challenges such as infidelity, poor communication patterns and intimacy issues.

Michael Hass
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LEP, LPCC, MFT, CCTP
Verified
Verified
I work primarily with
children
, adolescents, and families and provide individual or family therapy as well as psychoeducational evaluations for
children
who are struggling in school.
My goal is to help
children
, adolescents, and families function more successfully in school and life. My approach is collaborative and strength-focused. I have over 30 years of experience as a School Psychologist and psychotherapist and hold licenses in California as an Educational Psychologist, Marriage and Family Therapist, and Professional Clinical Counselor. I am also a Certified Trauma Clinical Professional.
Waitlist for new clients

Katie Holmes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I believe everyone has the power within themselves to change, and I am passionate about helping others heal and grow to live healthier lives. I have experience working with
children
, adolescents, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health challenges. Whether you are going through a life transition, struggling with emotional regulation, or would like a safe and non-judgmental space to feel heard, I am here to help.

S & S Psychological Consultants
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PsyD
Although my experience is broad, I currently specialize in
child
/ adolescent therapy.
I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment to my clients. For therapy to be effective it is important to find a therapist who is the right fit for you. As a participant in the treatment process we work together to develop treatment goals that fit your unique needs.
Not accepting new clients

Valerie Wilson-Lindberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Areas of specialization for me are, treating adult and
child
clients who are experiencing significant life stressors, addressing trauma or coping with difficult adjustments.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapy Supervisor. I am honored to have worked with a diverse clientele for over 20 yrs . My initial specialization was psycho-dynamic in nature, focused on treating
children
and adolescents utilizing expressive therapies. I am also trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered, Family Systems and Solution-Focused therapies . It is my belief that no matter our age we all have the same basic need for connection, unconditional acceptance and support, as well as creative and flexible interventions that meet our individual needs and help us feel heard.

Christine Toledo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hi! As a parent, it can be heartbreaking seeing your
child
live through these difficult times or any other traumatic event and no longer seem like the person you once knew. They shut down or get angry without reason. They have difficulties sleeping or seem anxious. Especially during the COVID pandemic, they may be spending all day in their room. Even though you try your best to figure out what's going on and support your
child
, nothing seems to help. As a result, you and your
child
might feel lost and alone. Therapy can teach new skills to help your family through this difficult time and become even more resilient.

LBC Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Every single one of us deserves to live a happy life. Are you happy? If your past and/or current life events prevent you from living the life you want, reach out to us today and let's see if we can help. We are a group practice comprised of various clinicians with eclectic backgrounds, dedicated to helping the lives of those in our community. We work with individuals of all ages, including
children
& teens and those in the LGBT community. We also treat many types of mental health issues. Our style is warm, inviting, and judgement free. NOTE: We only accept medi-cal that's managed by MHN/Healthnet and no other medi-cal plan.
Waitlist for new clients

Jessica Wellins (Jaurequi)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, APCC, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about helping my
child
clients to become more congruent with their own developing values, behaviors, wants, needs, and aspirations; about helping families to feel more engaged and connected; about helping our community become more communicative and united; -that’s what my practice, Well1 Mental Health, advocates for.
These are wild times. No matter our strengths and experiences, the world is being impacted by a pandemic; environmental; political; socio-cultural shifts; -and as communities, families,
children
and individuals, we’re feeling it. Thankfully, we have an abundance of resources to feel better and the technology to get to them. My name is Jessica Wellins (Jaurequi), I am one of those resources. I'm a mental health therapist that specializes in emotional regulation and healthy coping of
children
, parents, and small families, and I've got great experience in supporting client growth and stabilization in the face of crisis.

Virginia Beas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work with
children
, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, adjustment, relationships, family/personal crises.
Seeking a safe space to share your thoughts without judgment? Trying to figure out how to adjust or what step to take next? Perhaps you are having thoughts and emotions that are getting in the way of your relationships or your job? I can support you in improving yourself, your relationships, or in achieving emotional strength. I am a bilingual (English & Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist experience in helping individuals and families better their relationship by improving their communication and conflict resolution skills.

Jaime Dunham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Welcome! My name is Jaime Dunham. Anxiety can be an overwhelming, scary, isolating experience, and can rob us of joy.
Children
experiencing anxiety may have difficulties going to school, engaging in normal activities, or doing new things. I'm here to help you learn tools, research supported strategies, and ultimately more about yourself to find the balance of holding joy in the midst of life's challenges. If you are a parent of a
child
with anxiety- I support the whole family in learning how to give your
child
the tools they need to face their fears in an encouraging and strengths based way.

Irasema Sandoval
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Specializing in:
Children
& adolescents issues, parent/
child
relationships, parenting, building and re-building relationships, work/life balance, work related stress, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, interpersonal/relationship issues, school/life balance, family issues, singles issues, phase of life problems and communication skills.
At a crossroads? Feeling stuck? Let’s identify the underlying concerns that derailed you from living in your purpose. You will feel heard, supported and self empowered to follow your own purpose.

Maribel Garcia
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
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.

Ana Arguello
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am well versed in numerous modalities, among them; Individual therapy to address possible lifestyle changes, your relationship issues and goals. Couples therapy to address interpersonal and intrapersonal conflict
Child
psychotherapy ,(play therapy and dyadic therapy) from 0 to 5 years old through specialized training. Family therapy to increase effective communication within family dynamics. Crisis management as past occupational experience includes drug treatment and law enforcement crisis situations. Mental health consultant in educational settings, and occasional speaker in mental health related topics. I am fully bilingual
Not accepting new clients

Vanessa L Longnecker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Vanessa has worked with
children
in the foster care system and under-served families with DCFS involvement.
Vanessa is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 83781) with experience in working with
children
, adolescents, young adults, and families. She believes that there is no effective intervention without relationship. She creates a safe environment to address barriers, rediscover strengths, and grow in relationships, whether it be with oneself, friends, or families. Vanessa is passionate about helping people identify ways that trauma and attachment wounds impact current relationships. She is trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Karma Brownlee Limon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
We work with individuals, couples,
children
/teens and families.
Are you going through tough times and need someone you can trust to talk with? Are you looking for a non-judgmental confidential setting to explore struggles with a caring psychotherapist? You have found the right company. As the president of Waves of Peace Counseling services I have over 20 years experience. Our professional therapists also have many years experience conducting therapy and have seen great results. Together we can explore challenges you are struggling with and can work with you on developing solutions in a practical and empathetic fashion. The goal is to help make these challenges smoother and easier to cope with.

Dawn-Marie Luna
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My work focuses on guiding families to becoming more emotionally aware and knowledgeable of their
children
’s mental health struggles. I incorporate various modalities of therapeutic activities. Complex trauma is one of my specialties and working with
children
0-5 years and their families is another specialty. I also focus on providing affirming therapy to those who are black indigenous and queer/trans individuals. I also work with couples, and women who have experienced childhood trauma

Community Clinic for Counseling & Educational
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
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.. Youth Counseling provides
children
with the 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.

Inner Strength
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Together we can work to help equip your
child
with the necessary tools to help them face and overcome their challenges.
Whether your
child
is struggling with Anxiety, ADD/ADHD symptoms, Anger Management, Self-Harm, Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive behaviors, Trouble in school, Experienced abuse or neglect, Life transitions such as parent’s divorce, Difficulty adjusting to a new environment, Loss of a loved one, Behavioral problems at school or home, Lack of social skills and interactions, Illegal drug use, Emotional or psychological problems, it is important that you know they don’t have to be alone in this journey.

Adam Grindlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
As a parent, there is nothing that you wouldn't do for your
child
and their success. However, sometimes the day to day stress and demands of everyday life impact our relationships in a negative way. I have over 15 years experience working directly with
children
, adolescents, and families struggling with a variety of issues.
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Child Therapists
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How long are sessions with child therapists?
Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.
How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?
The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.