Couples Counseling Therapists in Long Beach, CA
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LBC Wellness
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Our specialties include trauma, anxiety,
couples
, children, teens, mood disorders, & phobias.
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.

Carrie J Biely
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have worked with individuals and families to overcome battles with trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, life transitions and
relationship
issues.
Sometimes life becomes challenging. We get sad, depressed, overwhelmed, and often we can’t seem to get back to our “old self.” Sometimes we just need someone to talk through our feelings with no judgement. Therapy is a great way to navigate through these feelings and experiences and I look forward to working through it with you.
Marsha Utain
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Marsha Utain has thirty years of clinical practice. She is the former co-host of Mental Health Magazine,author of Stepping Out of Chaos and co-author of Scream Louder (later titled: The Healing
Relationship
). As a Gestalt therapist who is knowledgeable in TA, EMDR and other therapeutic milieu, she has been a sought after clinical trainer and lecturer to both public and professional audiences in the United States,Canada,and Europe.

Krishna K Kharva
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Ideally, therapy is a place in which you’re encouraged to reflect on your challenging experiences, process your emotions, and develop insight to support you in the future. A therapeutic
relationship
with an emphasis on understanding allows us to collaborate in a uniquely empathetic way and discuss what is most important to you.

Eva Kuncewicki
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
OFFERING VIRTUAL THERAPY. Do you feel inadequate when you are not in a
relationship
? Have you found yourself chasing after people who have rejected you and try desperately to change their minds. More than once, have you gotten involved with someone who is unable to commit—hoping they will change? Do you tend to take care of the needs of others before you take care of your own needs? You are not alone, and I can help you. I work with individuals, adults and
couples
experiencing complex life challenges.

Kimberly Diggles
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialties include: working with teens; supporting medically stable teens and adults managing eating disorders; family therapy; therapy for
couples
facing transition (i.
I currently only offer online and in-home therapy. When we are in the midst of crisis we can question our abilities to overcome. Like quicksand, these self-defeating thoughts pull us even deeper into despair and we may become seduced by seclusion. Instead, I believe we should strive to accept our struggles as the catalysts that can bring us into closer connection with others and thus be more empowered to overcome. My practice of therapy involves helping people realize that to struggle is not unique and that connections with others during those times can be the difference between surrendering to weakness and reclaiming your strength.

Virginia Beas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
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.

Nan R Aguirre
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Relationship
issues are a big part of life and how we negotiate those are important.
Women in Transition hold a particular interest for me. As a woman and psychologist I bring my experiences with depth work and mindfulness to open dialogue, allowing us to live a more conscious life, and explore our feelings and the undeveloped parts of us. I use experiential methods in Transpersonal and Psychodynamic Therapy from a Jungian perspective: Sandplay, Art Therapy, Active Imagination, Dream work , creative writing and poetry. Cognitive therapy is also used. I enjoy helping people gain understanding into the Self and how they interact in the world.

Patrick Cleveland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Taking the first step toward getting help is the hardest part and I understand that. I have overcome many obstacles in life and am grateful to now be in a position to help others. I focus on providing a safe environment in order to help you speak freely, share your story, ask any questions, and face all issues that arise. I am open-minded, nonjudgemental, and eclectic in my approach. In beginning this inquiry, today you are one step closer to finding answers and solutions. Whether you are feeling down, anxious, confused, have
relationship
issues, or just want to grow emotionally and learn more about yourself, therapy can help.

Jasmine Marie Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
I have experience working with all ages and comfortable with individual, family, and
couples
therapy.
Ready for a change? Want to get ways to be empowered and take charge of your life? If you answer yes to these questions then I am a good fit for you. You can take a look at my personal page jasmineadamslcsw.net and find more about my specialties. I am certified in the much sought after EMDR Therapy. I am committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and therapeutic environment, where you will find yourself being able to examine and understand yourself better.

Laurel Salmon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions,
relationship
/family issues, identity, & self-esteem.
Experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma can be hard to navigate on one’s own. Through the use of integrative modalities, my goal is to help you find your way so that you can manage symptoms, feel your best, discover who you truly are, and move forward in the direction of your dreams whereby your past no longer holds you back. Using warmth and compassion, I also aim to provide trauma-informed care to discuss your struggles without judgment and safely process unresolved trauma and feelings.

Kathleen Villagomez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have over 15 years of experience helping children and adults with a range of struggles including trauma related to child abuse/neglect, loss,depression, anxiety,
relationship
ambivalence, difficult teens, and uncertainties about direction in life.
Congratulations for taking action! Sometimes we need to re-write our stories, change directions, or get back on track, before our lives are the way we desire, and more importantly the way we deserve. I offer a compassionate space for individuals to heal from past wounds, stop self-defeating and self-destructive patterns, increase self-awareness so that they may express themselves and make progress in their lives.

Taleen Barsam
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
I work with clients who are experiencing a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression,
relationship
issues, life transitions, grief, and self-esteem.
Now Accepting New Clients - - - If you're feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, or a general sense of disconnection, working with a therapist can be a huge step towards relief and healing. I am passionate about supporting you as you gain self-awareness, experience psychological freedom, increase fulfillment in your relationships, and embrace your most authentic self. My approach is holistic, taking into account the integration of mind, body, emotions, will and spirit. Collaboratively, we will take into consideration your needs and goals, while I tailor an approach that best supports your individual journey.

Mindful Centers for Addiction and Trauma Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT-S, MBAT-CS
Verified
Verified
The family,
spouse
or
partner
of the addict are naturally and deeply affected.
Addiction cannot be overcome simply by knowing what it is or acknowledging its presence in your life. Nor can it be squashed by sheer will power. Many of our clients say they have felt that they could "just handle this by themselves," but once they reached out to us and got the help they needed, they realized that even if you can "just handle this alone," no one, including you, should ever have to. By reaching out to us, you are stating you are ready to bring balance back to your life.

Joyce Humphrey
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I offer a judgment-free form of counseling in a warm and welcoming environment. I help families, individuals, and
couples
work through complicated life processes in a nurturing and loving way. I assist your process by offering practical tools to work through even the most difficult situations. I specialize in marriage, individual, child/teen, and
couples counseling
dealing with infidelity, stress, depression, anxiety, life transition difficulties, anger management, personal development, and healthy communication practices.
I look forward to hearing from you.

Melissa Olmedo
Pre-Licensed Professional, APPC, R-DMT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I’ll help you develop a better
relationship
with your body, and find a greater sense of identity and stability in life. Whether you’re struggling with an eating disorder, chronic pain, poor self-image, or difficulty accessing and dealing with your emotions - I’ll help you get more in touch with yourself and find a style of living that feels more comfortable to you. My approach is trauma-informed, so we'll pay careful attention to the ways that difficult past experiences may have closed off some options for how to think, feel, and move.

Twidwid Coaching & Consulting
MS, PCC
Lets
partner
together to focus on what's important in your life.
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.
Khadejah K Abraham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I believe that every person deserves to talk about their struggles in a safe and nonjudgmental place. My experience consists of treating individuals with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and
couples
who want to improve their
relationship
. I am able to maintain a non-judgmental stance while working with individuals,
couples
, and families to help them feel valued, accepted and validated.

Pam Pudewa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, CATC, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My office is welcoming for LGBT individuals,
couples
and families, as well as traditional
couples
and families.
Are old ideas holding you back? We build layer upon layer of beliefs that once served us reasonably well, but might not be serving us as we are now. I help individuals and
couples
work through identifying old patterns and choosing new alternatives. I can help you stop arguing for your limitations. If you have ever wondered why mere insight has not produced change for you or in your
relationship
, I have an approach that can help you get un-stuck.
Not accepting new clients

Jonathan Brady
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, LMFT
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I traditionally work with stressed teens, men that have trouble identifying their emotional difficulties, women that feel under appreciated, LGBT persons, and
couples
struggling with intimacy issues.
I have a contemplative and humanistic approach to therapy that stresses the inherent value and worth of every person. How we come to understand our sense of self worth can be elaborated with sociological, anthropological, and various academic lenses, but at the end of the day, your experience of your life is what I am interested in. To schedule directly: http://j.mp/Brady-cal
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.