Joe Pelzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (213) 344-5766
I see therapy as a collaborative space where we slow things down and get curious about where you’re hurting, what feels stuck, and the patterns that keep showing up. Together, we work toward doing something different—maybe in ways you haven’t had the chance to before.
My role includes helping you notice what may be outside awareness—blind spots that keep you looping—and reconnect with strengths and qualities already within you, even if buried or forgotten. My goal is to support greater clarity, balance, and a deeper sense of empowerment.
I work with individuals and couples navigating trauma, mood concerns, and relationship dynamics. My approach integrates CBT and EFT for couples, grounded in attachment theory. I am trained in EMDR and Somatic Experiencing for trauma work. I bring over 10 years of experience serving the LGBTQ+ community.
Above all, I strive to create a safe, affirming, nonjudgmental space. Whether you're facing a life transition or seeking deeper self-understanding, there's room for that here. Together we’ll build a supportive therapeutic space where you can be yourself, explore openly, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
Call or Email Joe Pelzman now for a free 15 minute consultation - (213) 344-5766
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $275
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa Joe Pelzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (213) 344-5766
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / MFT112997 Joe Pelzman
- In Practice for 12 years
- Attended Antioch University Los Angeles, MA, Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2014
- Certificate from Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy Externship/Training Completion / 2016
- Certificate from EMDR Institute Inc. Training Completion / 2015
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Joe Pelzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (213) 344-5766
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Codependency
- LGBTQ+
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Depression
- Divorce
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Spirituality
- Transgender
Joe Pelzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (213) 344-5766
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Humanistic
- Imago
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Joe Pelzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (213) 344-5766
Location
Additional Location
Long Beach, CA 90807
(213) 344-5766