Strength-Based Therapists in 90822
Sydney Hensler
Counselor, MS, LPCC, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90822
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in Newport Beach & Long Beach, CA. I work with adults to help them cope with and reduce anxiety and live more peaceful, fulfilling lives. I love working with self-proclaimed people-pleasers, the stretched thin, the overwhelmed, those who feel stuck. Often times this is women, mothers and mothers-to-be, although this does NOT exclude men. My clients have often reached a point where they're finally ready to ask for help after helping everyone else in their life for so long. They're eager to make changes and ready to accept support & tools for living the lives they deserve.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor based in Newport Beach & Long Beach, CA. I work with adults to help them cope with and reduce anxiety and live more peaceful, fulfilling lives. I love working with self-proclaimed people-pleasers, the stretched thin, the overwhelmed, those who feel stuck. Often times this is women, mothers and mothers-to-be, although this does NOT exclude men. My clients have often reached a point where they're finally ready to ask for help after helping everyone else in their life for so long. They're eager to make changes and ready to accept support & tools for living the lives they deserve.
Therapist ISH
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90822 (Online Only)
Our experiences shape who we are. Our identities influence the way we perceive and interact with the world, and the way the world perceives and interacts with us. Navigating the world in my intersectional identity, I understand the importance of providing an intentional and affirming space for folx from marginalized communities. As such, I offer a holistic approach to therapy that addresses the unique needs and identities of my clients. I work with women, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and veteran communities. I also work with individuals who have experienced some form of abuse, trauma, oppression, inequity, or violence.
Our experiences shape who we are. Our identities influence the way we perceive and interact with the world, and the way the world perceives and interacts with us. Navigating the world in my intersectional identity, I understand the importance of providing an intentional and affirming space for folx from marginalized communities. As such, I offer a holistic approach to therapy that addresses the unique needs and identities of my clients. I work with women, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and veteran communities. I also work with individuals who have experienced some form of abuse, trauma, oppression, inequity, or violence.
Josie E Myles
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90822 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I offer online and in person therapy, working with issues related to sexual addiction, intimacy, anxiety and trauma. I also have a background and passion for working with adolescents with histories of involvement in the criminal justice system.
I offer online and in person therapy, working with issues related to sexual addiction, intimacy, anxiety and trauma. I also have a background and passion for working with adolescents with histories of involvement in the criminal justice system.
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Strength-Based Therapists
How does strength-based therapy work?
During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.
Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?
Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.
How long does strength-based therapy last?
There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.
How effective is strength-based therapy?
Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.