Therapists in Huntington Beach, CA

Life is challenging and we all can benefit from seeking guidance when we need it the most. Whether it is divorce, past trauma, difficulty adjusting to change or issues with motivation, initiative and/or focus, I am here to support YOU. As a Therapist, I am here to help sort life's issues and support your journey in becoming the best version of you. Hablo Español

I come from diverse backgrounds including Native American Mexica, Spanish, and European descent. In California, I provided therapy services in community clinics, schools, after-school programs and homes. I first moved to Hawai’i over a decade ago and am so grateful for online platforms now allowing me to utilizing my CA LMFT license in private practice. My journey has taken me to Europe, Asia, Mexico and the Hawaiian Islands, where I delved into fine art, various healing arts, spirituality, meditation, and indigenous ceremonies to help align you to wisdom’s higher truths.

Boundaries are essential to maintaining our mental health. We set boundaries every day - at work, with our social circle, with our families and even with our inner selves. I am here to support you in learning how to identify your emotions, determine your needs and collaborate with you to communicate your boundaries in a way that feels authentic to YOU. In this process, you may discover people pleasing tendencies or reflect upon times you have felt unheard. I am here to validate these experiences while cheering you on to create new patterns that will set you free from stress and overthinking.

I am Connie Goodpaster, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of professional experience. I provide effective evidence-based treatments to address clients' emotional well-being in safe & judgment-free venue. My objective is to help you & your support system to achieve mental, physical, and inner growth in efforts to meet your goals and obtain greater well-being & functioning. My experiences span from working with families, parents, individuals, and support networks. I specialize in military transition challenges, parenting coaching & conflict resolution, court-ordered support, trauma, mood & psychiatric disorders.

Martha Brito, licensed marriage and family therapist. In my 10 years of experience, I had worked with a wide range of clients from different backgrounds. I’m comfortable working with clients with trauma, and other mental health issues. Anxiety, depression, ADHD, etc. I like brief, and holistic approaches. I feel that one modality does not fit all clients. I like to use a variety of approaches to fit the client's needs. Trauma, somatic, and holistic. My communication style is one that is welcoming and non- judgmental. My goal is to provide a safe space for my clients.

I am a patient, attentive human, fueled by deep curiosity and compassion ready to walk with you through whatever stage of life you are in. Through my own personal work in depth therapy, years of education, and formidable life experiences, I have learned that we are all on our own unique journey towards tending to parts of ourselves that have been mistreated or left behind due to hurtful past experiences. As a human and a provider, I have a strong passion for healing. I believe in the power of restorative relationships, that everyone possesses the ability to rewrite unhelpful life narratives, and the strength to transform their life.

Hello, I am a multi-ethnic and queer therapist who specializes in working with Highly sensitive people, families, queer folks, new and/or expecting parents, neurodivergent folks, those who want to heal inner child wounds and who crave deeper healing for themselves and their family/community. I am fluent in English and speak Spanish conversationally.

It is challenging to struggle alone but you don’t have to. Therapy can be a powerful tool that can aid in facilitating the changes you want to see in yourself and within your life. Utilizing video platforms you can access the support and tools you need from the comfort of your own home. I look to pursue and activate inner resilience and self-healing potentials that you have within you in order to obtain positive and long-lasting treatment outcomes. You are the expert of your own life and I would be honored to walk alongside you in your journey to healing.

Hello, I am Priscilla Nichols, LCSW. Life is both beautiful and unspeakably hard. I work with clients and families to discover understanding, healing, and growth. I like to think of my approach to therapy as evidence-based yet flexible/eclectic. I believe that successful therapeutic work is highly dependent on the relational bond between client/therapist. I work to offer a safe and genuine space to know and be known. I explore the past, present, and future within a genuine connection between client/therapist. I am direct yet empathetic.

Hey there! My name is Anisha Holden, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family therapist. I enjoy working with children/teens, adults, couples and families that are interested in working of differing backgrounds/cultures. Often, clients that are in the process of transitioning to a new stage in life are attracted to working with me. Whether it is becoming a spouse or parent, moving into a new position, graduating, or just simply changing from one state of being to another, my aim is to provide the necessary support to do so successfully. With any change, comes anxiety, depression, indecision, and so on.

Hi there, I’m Maria Avina for me, therapy is all about helping individuals find healing in many areas in their life. I have over 15 years of experience working as a therapist in the community. When I'm not practicing therapy, I am spending time with my two sons, walking my dog and going on hikes with my friends. My approach I set clear goals for myself and my clients and treat every session as an opportunity to make progress. I approach therapy through a person center lens and through other holistic approaches.