"Hi, I’m Dr. Irma. I am a bilingual, Spanish/English, licensed clinical psychologist with more than 17 years of experience in the mental health field. Since 2006, I have been an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology. ​I specialize in the psychological treatment of the total person: mind, body and spirit; in children, adolescents, adults and families struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, inner conflict, stress and LGBTQ+ issues. I offer a personable approach to therapy in a supportive and nonjudgmental client-centered environment. "

"Expertise in working with Law Enforcement and First Responders. If you are looking for a therapist, it is a step in the right direction. Understanding the importance of selecting the right therapist will prove to be the most important factor in your journey to self-discovery and change. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist that embodies psychological wellness in all aspects of treatment. New clients are offered a free 30-minute consultation to make this process a little less daunting. Website: drsandrapreciado.com"

"Do you need support to remove barriers and work through obstacles? Do you want to accomplish goals and live in your purpose? Do you feel highly accomplished and just need a little help in maintaining your life balance and successes? Everyday, in every way we have the ability to get better and better, and I would be honored to support you in your journey. I have a passion and purpose to be of meaningful service to others. I combine my education, professional and real world experience to provide gentle, honest, and insightful care within a compassionate, client centered, spiritual approach."

"A genuine relationship between people is one in which you are comfortable to be yourself and in which the other clearly sees your potential and supports its growth. Compassion, acceptance, comfort, respect and safety is what I strive to create in a relationship with a client. This encourages a deepening trust to develop while allowing the work towards true healing to begin. People often come to therapy searching for relief from depression, anxiety, grief and difficult relationships. I have extensive experience working with adults, couples and teens. "

"I am a Clinical Psychologist and Relationship expert located in Manhattan Beach, where I have practiced for over 14 years.  My work with people is based on a core belief that the client-therapist relationship has the ability to profoundly change and improve peoples lives. I tend to work well with people who are looking for help with relationship and transition related issues, whether it be going through a breakup, a divorce, possibly becoming a mom/dad or wife/husband or changing jobs. Often identifying needs, feelings and thoughts in order to make changes is the focus of our work together. "

"Is it time to reassess your priorities in life? Whether it’s your relationship, career or even your identity as a whole, I am here to join you on the journey. Together we can identify what is working and what needs some fine-tuning, or maybe a total overhaul. Let’s see if we can develop some clarity and create the space for you to reach your highest potential in this life!"

"If you are having trouble with issues of communication, trust or feeling misunderstood, a few sessions of therapy can help you gain perspective, feel more centered, and improve happiness. We are located inside of Manhattan Beach Studios; evening and weekend appointments are available. "

"Are you ready? What makes you happy and what makes you upset? The journey I offer is rooted on bringing forward your authentic self and make you a better human now. Womanhood can be a challenging path. I am here to create a sacred path to help you navigate the "in between" stages of life and follow you bliss. My purpose is to assist you in finding that wisdom, bringing your own loving to any place of pain within you and in seeing clearly and saying "YES"into your life's opportunities."

"Do you want to live your life as who you truly are rather than who you think you ‘should’ be? Overcome the thoughts that tell you you're not enough, aren’t deserving or that there’s something wrong with you. Release old patterns that take you to the same places, relationships and feelings over and over again. Heal your past, relieve anxiety and fear and feel happier, more peaceful and powerful, more confident and inspired. Feel more deeply connected, - body, mind and spirit. Fulfill your passions, your divine purpose and live the life you are truly meant to live. The power to bring these changes into your life is within you"

"Parenting a struggling child who has tantrums, acts out aggressively, is defiant, and is impulsive can be physically and emotionally exhausting. Raising a child who is going through a difficult time and often appears sad, worried, or experiences challenges with peers can be heartbreaking. Figuring out the best ways to reach your child in any of these circumstances can be tricky and finding the right support isn't always easy. As a licensed therapist, I specialize in working with children and families with emotional and behavioral challenges and can be the support that you are looking for."

"Life keeps rolling on whether we experience depression, anxiety, grief, loss, or conflicts with your loved ones. Getting yourself unstuck can be quite frustrating. For some, the challenge can create feelings of despair and hopelessness. But you can create a life that’s meaningful. Together we will collaborate on building on your existing strengths and create a new, purposeful, and worthwhile future."

"If you are struggling, I would like to help. I have experience working with clients who are living with depression, anxiety, low self esteem, grief, trauma, communication difficulties, relationship issues, mood disorders, personality disorders, among many others. Working with individuals, we can explore life's challenges and how to move towards happiness and fulfillment. I have experience working with couples and families helping them to cultivate and improve interpersonal relationships. I believe that the client is the expert in his/her life and may need some help to process and move through challenges."

"I have success working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship problems. I help clients adjust to life transitions such as, divorce, re-marriage, grief and loss, and other major life changes. I am a USC trained therapist, practicing therapy in Los Angeles since 2000 and I am an adjunct professor in the master's of social work program at USC. "

"I work with individuals, couples, families and adolescents. I quickly get to know my clients so that we can co-create a plan that is right for them. Some people come with specific issues they would like to address. Others, are not sure why they are unhappy, feel nervous, are dissatisfied, and are not enjoying life. Together we investigate where this may come from, look for the root cause(s) and then create a plan for change. My business and entrepreneurial background helps me to understand the pressures that many people face daily, the challenges of balancing work & life, and the struggle to maintain relationships and a career."

"I currently practice in Manhattan Beach, and I have been providing psychotherapy since 1996. My orientation blends cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and family systems approaches to healing and change. I have a special interest in women’s issues such as postpartum depression, the transition to motherhood, balance between work and family, and poor body image. I also work with people who need help with relationship issues and life transitions. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families."

"Every one of us deserves joy, peace-of-mind, and well-being. We deserve to reach our full potential. Yet, somewhere along the way, we are diverted--oftentimes when our past burdens us, change upsets us, or unmet expectations disappoint us. Attempting to make sense of the distress, we engage in patterns that seem to comfort us, but in actuality, they move us further away from growth and the very things that have the power to fulfill us. Whatever your reason is for therapy, I aim to help pinpoint these patterns, rewrite your story, and guide you in finding your way towards the positive life aspects that you're worthy of experiencing."

"I conduct psychological testing for a variety of purposes, including forensic evaluations and expert witness work, neuropsychological evaluations to assess cognitive functioning and damage from brain injury, and psychoeducational evaluations to examine whether learning disorders exist.These evaluations conclude with detailed written reports use for diagnosis/treatment planning, individualized educational plans (IEP), and criminal and civil courtroom cases including fitness for duty, workers' compensation, harassment issues, ability to parent, and professional board licensing disputes. In all evaluations. I utilize Best Practices and empirically proven instruments, and provide recommendations based on the testing results."

"I have been a practicing psychotherapist for thirty seven years. I have trained psychotherapists in the US, Canada, Israel and Europe. I am the co-author and/or contributor to 5 books and many published professional articles. My focus is developmental theory-how our early life affects us and our relationships. I help people make their relationships better and since I am a certified divorce mediator I also help them separate in a healthy way. Google me to find my websites."

"Often individuals or couples will feel depressed or anxious and they are not able to pinpoint what is making them feel that way. Things might be status quo or there may be a turn in a relationship but feelings don't feel the same. This is when you want to figure out what is going on the inside and work on the unresolved issues."

"My specialties include couples counseling, alcohol,drug,sex and love addiction, eating disorders, relationship issues,depression, sexual abuse, victims of crime and spiritual issues. I am extremely skilled at helping clients who have very difficult people in their lives ( partners/ ex-partners, bosses etc with Borderline and Narcissistic Personality Disorders). I have over 20 years of experience working with both adults and adolescents/teenagers. My private practice is in Manhattan Beach and I genuinely LOVE what I do.I accept all PPO Insurance Plans and do the insurance billing on line for you."