Codependency Therapists in Downtown, Long Beach, CA

Hi my name is Colleen Krinard, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker psychotherapist. My approach to therapy is one of partnering with you on your learning wellness journey. My goal is to meet you in your learning style and support you in making meaning out of what is unfolding in your life, to learn and practice skills and tools together, and assist you to form a deeper connection with yourself. My primary focus is working with adult women's issues including anxiety, depression, empowerment, codependency and trauma, with a sensitivity for how these are playing out in your everyday life experiences.

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.

I liken my approach to talking to a trusted friend with a professional edge. I am assertive and kind. The goal is to listen and provide constructive feedback that you're ready to accept. I work best with adolescents and adults. I have worked with all types of mental health diagnoses. The issues I work with on a virtual platform are related to anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Autism, relationship challenges, self-esteem, codependency, parenting, and more.

I specialize in working with the LGBTQIA2S+ community, specifically gender and sexual identity exploration, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, codependency, people-pleasing, intergenerational trauma, intimate partner violence, embracing neurodiversity and unmasking, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem. Intersectionality is important to my therapeutic space. I find power in vulnerability and encourage you to bring or find your most authentic self to the therapy room. You are valid because you exist! I love challenging folks to reframe negative thinking patterns learned through socialization and embrace the life they want to live.

In my practice, I strive to guide couples struggling with connection and intimacy issues a roadmap to a healthier more fulfilling security that they may not have thought possible. As a trained in the Emotionally Focused Therapy, I have guided many couples successfully through this process. It is a privilege to work in joint effort with my clients in utilizing their strengths to safely and compassionately discover a path towards healing and resolution. My practice specialties include: Depression Anxiety, Grief/Loss, EMDR treatment for PTSD, Trauma, Individual Therapy and Family Therapy, Parenting, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Personal Growth Issues, Life Transition Issues, Stress Management.

Have you experienced a traumatic event in your life and having recurring nightmares, flashbacks and panic attacks? Feeling depressed, anxious, stressed, overwhelmed and unable to cope with life's challenges? Have you experienced domestic violence in your home and feel alone and hopeless? Has your self-esteem and self-worth been affected by negative and self-defeating patterns and you're feeling frustrated? I provide a safe and trusting environment for adults and couples who need a competent and compassionate therapist that can help you improve the quality of your life.

I have more than ten years in the field of Psychotherapy in internships. Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology. Today I am a Life Coach for men and women seeking change and transformation. I specialize in women greeting the different ages and stages in life with confidence and passion, learning the secrets of commitment, belief in oneself, and the determination to never give up. Miracles and magic happens. Spirituality focus, A Course in Miracles, tools of learning peace of mind and inner happiness to manifest and attract the best of life from your true Self. Grief support and tools to find happiness.

Pacific MFT Network is a group of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists. Our mission is to empower you to live the life you want. We do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to participation. Additional benefits to working with us include a unique concierge billing service and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekdays, weekends, day and evening appointments are available). We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.

Life can feel overwhelming. Within a collaborative setting, we can explore ways to make life feel more manageable and, ultimately, more enjoyable. The quality of the therapeutic relationship itself has been shown to significantly influence treatment outcomes. My approach emphasizes authenticity and the idea that growth can happen while in a nourishing setting. I assist clients with developing sustainable coping strategies, uncovering patterns, and navigating relational dynamics. My goal is to help clients find realistic solutions within their unique circumstances.

My name is Johanna Perez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, CA who provides telehealth therapy for adults residing within California. My focus areas are anxiety, depression, relationship and communication issues, and adjustment to life stressors. I work closely with my clients and draw upon multiple therapy approaches to help them cope through their stressors and meet their needs. I have experience working with adults who have depression, anxiety, communication and relationship issues, adjustments to life stressors, trauma, cultural identity issues, and grief.

“Inner peace begins the moment you choose not to allow another person or event to control your emotions.” -Pema Chodron Feeling overwhelmed by your emotions? I'm here to guide you toward a path of peace. Life's daily challenges—work, family, relationships—can cloud our minds. As a Client-Centered Counselor, my goal is to assist you in expressing and understanding your concerns, then finding healthy coping strategies. Whether you're looking to identify the problem or find peace with it, I'm here to listen and provide you with the tools for success.

Sometimes you're overwhelmed with emotions and feel paralyzed or you are so afraid of being abandoned that you won't let anyone in; whatever it is you are feeling, I believe you deserve a space to feel safe to share what's deep inside of you; to deeply discover who you are and what you love in life; to accept your history and use it as your strength; to have empathy for yourself first to have empathy for others and to fall in love with who you are; I want to help you on your journey to becoming Empowered by exercising your Mental Fitness with a purpose to guide you towards your Truth.

We all deserve to give ourselves the space to practice self-compassion and build a safe space where we are supported in our journey of healing and finding our purpose. As human beings, we are a collection of various sub-personalities that have been shaped through our individual experiences. As a clinician, I help people build self-awareness, define their needs and navigate through difficult emotions. I look forward to hearing from you!

You're doing it all - online yoga classes, meal-prepping, killing it at work, and making the best sourdough starter on this side of the Colorado River. But when you hit the pillow at night - there's a loneliness, a deep dissatisfaction, anxiety, a stirring discontentment. On the surface, you've got your shit together, but deep down - your life is being hijacked by your self-judgment, anxiety, negative beliefs, and the inner saboteur. Are you ready to get out of your own way so that you can finally enjoy relationships, work, and family? Your heart wants to be held and we were never meant to do this alone.

We at APLA Health - Long Beach are dedicated to serving our community, and we make working with individuals of all backgrounds part of our mission. We are here to help, whether you're completely committed to change or you're struggling with the idea. We provide medical, dental, and behavioral health care all within the same clinic. In addition to primary care, we offer sexual health testing and treatment, HIV/AIDs care, and medical interventions for the trans community.

In this space, you're free to be yourself, without judgment. I specialize in inspiring young adults, women, and queer folks to navigate the challenges of their emotions, set healthy boundaries, and overcome anxiety and depression all while accessing their truest self. My approach is a blend of direct and mindfulness-based therapy that aims to boost confidence, foster self-esteem, and provide tools to manage stress. Together, we'll journey towards healing past traumas and nurturing your relationships, ultimately guiding you towards becoming the best version of yourself.

Does your life feel shaped by trauma? Do you find yourself finding faults in your decision making skills, hating your inner self, overly pleasing others till it hurts you, or often being manipulated in your relationships? Building a strong love and care for those inner hidden pieces of you, and being able to express those rich parts in a positive way can go a long way in the journey of growing a healthy happy life. The ultimate goal is that the client will be able to embrace every facet of life in a totally authentic way, learn positive boundaries, and to deal with any emotion or behavior that presents itself in the present moment.

The toll of trauma, stress and pain builds over time, things that once seemed manageable turn into a life that's not of our own, because we're stuck in survival mode. It's exhausting. As a therapist, my goal is to collaborate with you to safely navigate your inner landscape so you can uncover your unique talents & abilities, and create a mental health toolkit that will carry you through a lifetime.

I am a queer, cisgender woman practicing trans, non-binary, genderqueer, neurodivergent, poly/ENM, and kink informed care. I am ready to help you, or you and your partner, explore that curiosity about yourself that begs for more attention! We are all figuring out how to show up as the person we want to be. I am a curious individual and bring that into my therapy practice, and hope that we can create a collaborative experience that showcases your ability to dive into all the amazing parts of YOU.