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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90807
Have you or your child experienced a recent life transition? Are you depressed, sad, irritable, anxious, or stressed because of it? I provide support to adolescents and adults going through common but difficult life transitions. This includes marriage/divorce, child birth, blended families, career changes, school problems, or loss of relationships or loved ones. I would like to help you and/or your child find a new normal and new way of functioning! This may require digging deep; however a solution can be discovered!
Strength-Based
(562) 222-8435
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Long Beach, CA 90807
Strength-Based
Have you or your child experienced a recent life transition? Are you depressed, sad, irritable, anxious, or stressed because of it? I provide support to adolescents and adults going through common but difficult life transitions. This includes marriage/divorce, child birth, blended families, career changes, school problems, or loss of relationships or loved ones. I would like to help you and/or your child find a new normal and new way of functioning! This may require digging deep; however a solution can be discovered!
(562) 222-8435
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, MEd, LPCC, NCC, NBCT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Long Beach, CA 90814
Change is the constant certainty in life. I am here to collaborate with you in gaining autonomy in dealing with any difficult change in your life. If you are reading this right now, I respect your courage and wisdom in seeking guidance in dealing with that struggle that is challenging you. I will support you from your perspective and I am confident as we effectively collaborate in honing a tailored therapeutic process, you will begin to gain solace and understanding.
Strength-Based
(562) 548-8394
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Long Beach, CA 90814
Strength-Based
Change is the constant certainty in life. I am here to collaborate with you in gaining autonomy in dealing with any difficult change in your life. If you are reading this right now, I respect your courage and wisdom in seeking guidance in dealing with that struggle that is challenging you. I will support you from your perspective and I am confident as we effectively collaborate in honing a tailored therapeutic process, you will begin to gain solace and understanding.
(562) 548-8394
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90803
Hello and Welcome! Thank you very much for visiting my page. I am Shiori Lange, a bilingual (Japanese/English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (#81730) based in Long Beach, CA. I specialize in helping older adults and their families with caregiver/dementia issues, stress management and overall end of life issues. I have a deep admiration for those who seek to heal and create a meaningful life. My name Shiori in Japanese means "Weave Aspirations and Goals" (it also means bookmark or a guidebook). Life gives us challenges sometimes, maybe more than we want. I hope that my contribution to your life will help you embrace life fully.
Strength-Based
(310) 340-1424
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Long Beach, CA 90803
Strength-Based
Hello and Welcome! Thank you very much for visiting my page. I am Shiori Lange, a bilingual (Japanese/English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (#81730) based in Long Beach, CA. I specialize in helping older adults and their families with caregiver/dementia issues, stress management and overall end of life issues. I have a deep admiration for those who seek to heal and create a meaningful life. My name Shiori in Japanese means "Weave Aspirations and Goals" (it also means bookmark or a guidebook). Life gives us challenges sometimes, maybe more than we want. I hope that my contribution to your life will help you embrace life fully.
(310) 340-1424
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, CYT Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90804
You don’t have to suffer, and you certainly don’t have to suffer alone. Welcome! My name is Macala ("muh-kae-luh"; pronouns: she/they) and I strive to make therapy accessible and relevant for underrepresented communities. As a yoga psychotherapist with training in EMDR, I integrate mindful awareness and cutting edge science to support your mental health. My practice is rooted in considering you as whole person in mind, body, spirit, culture, and relationship to the community. Together we will collaborate on a goal, learn practical techniques to improve your wellbeing, and progress at your pace towards growth.
Strength-Based
(419) 462-9963
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Long Beach, CA 90804
Strength-Based
You don’t have to suffer, and you certainly don’t have to suffer alone. Welcome! My name is Macala ("muh-kae-luh"; pronouns: she/they) and I strive to make therapy accessible and relevant for underrepresented communities. As a yoga psychotherapist with training in EMDR, I integrate mindful awareness and cutting edge science to support your mental health. My practice is rooted in considering you as whole person in mind, body, spirit, culture, and relationship to the community. Together we will collaborate on a goal, learn practical techniques to improve your wellbeing, and progress at your pace towards growth.
(419) 462-9963
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Long Beach, CA 90805
Are you looking for a local therapist who specializes in children? Is your child acting out, unfocused, anxious or aggressive? Do they currently have an IEP at school? If so, I can help. Using a combination of solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral assessment, play therapy and family therapy, I work with children who are experiencing severe challenges in their home and school settings. Working together, I help them to develop new ways to focus their energies, calm their minds, and experience success once again.
Strength-Based
(949) 558-2538
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Long Beach, CA 90805
Strength-Based
Are you looking for a local therapist who specializes in children? Is your child acting out, unfocused, anxious or aggressive? Do they currently have an IEP at school? If so, I can help. Using a combination of solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral assessment, play therapy and family therapy, I work with children who are experiencing severe challenges in their home and school settings. Working together, I help them to develop new ways to focus their energies, calm their minds, and experience success once again.
(949) 558-2538
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90755
I utilize a client centered approach in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. In a safe, supportive, and non judgemental space we can explore the negative patterns in your life, work through any barriers, and move towards healing, growth, and change.
Strength-Based
(310) 362-5485
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Long Beach, CA 90755
Strength-Based
I utilize a client centered approach in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. In a safe, supportive, and non judgemental space we can explore the negative patterns in your life, work through any barriers, and move towards healing, growth, and change.
(310) 362-5485
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90803
You finally feel like you have the main pieces of your life together. The career is going well, and you feel like you are making strides. You have a home that you feel good about and enough money to travel and see the world. But, who to see the world with? You are continually in and out of relationships and you aren't sure if you will ever find "the one". You're sick of the dating scene because it seems that you always end up with the wrong person. And even when you find who you think is "the one", red flags cause you to question what to do. Loneliness may lead to depression and anxiety. And all of this leads to despair.
Strength-Based
(562) 262-5279
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Long Beach, CA 90803
Strength-Based
You finally feel like you have the main pieces of your life together. The career is going well, and you feel like you are making strides. You have a home that you feel good about and enough money to travel and see the world. But, who to see the world with? You are continually in and out of relationships and you aren't sure if you will ever find "the one". You're sick of the dating scene because it seems that you always end up with the wrong person. And even when you find who you think is "the one", red flags cause you to question what to do. Loneliness may lead to depression and anxiety. And all of this leads to despair.
(562) 262-5279
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90808
Launching young adults off to college can be a stressful time. I specialize in treatment of high school and twentysomething clients tailoring to their individual needs giving them a greater understanding of their strengths assisting them to discover their authentic self. I work with clients to map out their unique goals and set attainable targets. Competition, feeling overwhelmed can cause anxiety and fear. Together we will work together to dispel the social discomfort of not feeling good enough, smart enough and want a safe place and a strategy for the next steps at a crucial time.
Strength-Based
(562) 526-0957
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Long Beach, CA 90808
Strength-Based
Launching young adults off to college can be a stressful time. I specialize in treatment of high school and twentysomething clients tailoring to their individual needs giving them a greater understanding of their strengths assisting them to discover their authentic self. I work with clients to map out their unique goals and set attainable targets. Competition, feeling overwhelmed can cause anxiety and fear. Together we will work together to dispel the social discomfort of not feeling good enough, smart enough and want a safe place and a strategy for the next steps at a crucial time.
(562) 526-0957
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LAADC Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90808
I am a direct yet warm and compassionate therapist, who aims to authentically connect with you. Those who know me well say I have a good combination of book smarts and street smarts. I work from a humanistic, client-centered approach that allows me to connect to clients and provide a safe environment to explore areas of change that can help increase coping skills, insight and general fulfillment. I believe that present issues are often informed by conflict or trauma from our past, and we will work together to aid you in developing insight and coping skills. If this sounds like something that interests you, call me at 562-528-6043
Strength-Based
(562) 528-6043
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Long Beach, CA 90808
Strength-Based
I am a direct yet warm and compassionate therapist, who aims to authentically connect with you. Those who know me well say I have a good combination of book smarts and street smarts. I work from a humanistic, client-centered approach that allows me to connect to clients and provide a safe environment to explore areas of change that can help increase coping skills, insight and general fulfillment. I believe that present issues are often informed by conflict or trauma from our past, and we will work together to aid you in developing insight and coping skills. If this sounds like something that interests you, call me at 562-528-6043
(562) 528-6043
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LEP, LPCC, MFT, CCTP Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90803
My goal is to help children, adolescents, and families function more successfully in school and life. My approach is collaborative and strength-focused. I have over 30 years of experience as a School Psychologist and psychotherapist and hold licenses in California as an Educational Psychologist, Marriage and Family Therapist, and Professional Clinical Counselor. I am also a Certified Trauma Clinical Professional.
Strength-Based
(562) 280-2344
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Long Beach, CA 90803
Strength-Based
My goal is to help children, adolescents, and families function more successfully in school and life. My approach is collaborative and strength-focused. I have over 30 years of experience as a School Psychologist and psychotherapist and hold licenses in California as an Educational Psychologist, Marriage and Family Therapist, and Professional Clinical Counselor. I am also a Certified Trauma Clinical Professional.
(562) 280-2344
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90803
“Resilience is not just for surviving the worst day of your life. It’s for thriving every day of your life.” When we feel overwhelmed, it can help to have someone nonjudgmental to talk to. When we run into roadblocks holding us back from achieving our highest potential, a supportive relationship can make all the difference in getting unstuck. I offer a compassionate, safe space for individuals to share their struggles, explore what habits or narratives aren’t serving them, and learn new ways of problem-solving. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with clients on discovering their innate capacity for growth and healing.
Strength-Based
(562) 418-6630
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Long Beach, CA 90803
Strength-Based
“Resilience is not just for surviving the worst day of your life. It’s for thriving every day of your life.” When we feel overwhelmed, it can help to have someone nonjudgmental to talk to. When we run into roadblocks holding us back from achieving our highest potential, a supportive relationship can make all the difference in getting unstuck. I offer a compassionate, safe space for individuals to share their struggles, explore what habits or narratives aren’t serving them, and learn new ways of problem-solving. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with clients on discovering their innate capacity for growth and healing.
(562) 418-6630
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Long Beach, CA 90803
I provide clients with the experience of being genuinely seen and heard while cultivating change through insight and the application of new skills. Navigating life can be an overwhelming and confusing experience. At any stage of development, we face certain developmental milestones and hurdles that can leave us feeling lost and uncertain about the future. Many times, we come to therapy feeling riddled with self-doubt, anxiety, restlessness and exhaustion. My work involves supporting clients in gaining insight into their behaviors and relational patterns while developing healthier coping mechanisms.
Strength-Based
(949) 385-3468
Verified
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Long Beach, CA 90803
Strength-Based
I provide clients with the experience of being genuinely seen and heard while cultivating change through insight and the application of new skills. Navigating life can be an overwhelming and confusing experience. At any stage of development, we face certain developmental milestones and hurdles that can leave us feeling lost and uncertain about the future. Many times, we come to therapy feeling riddled with self-doubt, anxiety, restlessness and exhaustion. My work involves supporting clients in gaining insight into their behaviors and relational patterns while developing healthier coping mechanisms.
(949) 385-3468
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, PsyD, LMFT Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90755
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who uses humor and compassion when providing the support, understanding and empathy necessary to help you with anxiety, depression or grief and loss. You are feeling a loss of control. You may have experienced a sudden transition or life change. COVID-19 has made you uneasy and uncertain. Your fear or anxiety are emotions I can help you master. Our goal together will be to assist you in obtaining the personal insight, strength and skills to find peace. Call me for a free 15 minute phone consultation where I can help you find the next step to the life you really want.
Strength-Based
(562) 418-5612
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Long Beach, CA 90755
Strength-Based
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who uses humor and compassion when providing the support, understanding and empathy necessary to help you with anxiety, depression or grief and loss. You are feeling a loss of control. You may have experienced a sudden transition or life change. COVID-19 has made you uneasy and uncertain. Your fear or anxiety are emotions I can help you master. Our goal together will be to assist you in obtaining the personal insight, strength and skills to find peace. Call me for a free 15 minute phone consultation where I can help you find the next step to the life you really want.
(562) 418-5612
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90815
**UNFORTUNATELY, AT THIS TIME I AM NOT ABLE TO TAKE ON NEW CLIENTS. PLEASE CHECK BACK ANYTIME TO SEE IF THIS NOTICE HAS BEEN REMOVED** Contemplating therapy can provoke feelings of nervousness and doubt due to thoughts like "Will it really help?" or excuses like "I don't have the time". My answer: why not see for yourself? Isn't it worth a try? I am here to listen to you. Having worked with families, children, adolescents, and adults for over 10 years as a therapist and school social worker, I know how to create a safe and empowering environment to process feelings and build insight, problem solving, and coping skills.
Strength-Based
(562) 449-4614
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Long Beach, CA 90815
Strength-Based
**UNFORTUNATELY, AT THIS TIME I AM NOT ABLE TO TAKE ON NEW CLIENTS. PLEASE CHECK BACK ANYTIME TO SEE IF THIS NOTICE HAS BEEN REMOVED** Contemplating therapy can provoke feelings of nervousness and doubt due to thoughts like "Will it really help?" or excuses like "I don't have the time". My answer: why not see for yourself? Isn't it worth a try? I am here to listen to you. Having worked with families, children, adolescents, and adults for over 10 years as a therapist and school social worker, I know how to create a safe and empowering environment to process feelings and build insight, problem solving, and coping skills.
(562) 449-4614
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Registered Psychological Assistant, PsyD, MA, MS Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90807
Your mental health matters! I take a collaborative approach to counseling, working with patients to reach their goals and finding a place of healing. I specialize in a client-centered approach to therapy and use Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) and/or EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). I now offer EMDR via teletherapy only. I specialize in working with trauma, caregivers, diabetics, those struggling with weight issues and/or emotional eating and anxiety. Currently as of Jan 2021, I am not accepting any new CalOptima/MediCal patients.
Strength-Based
(657) 242-2831
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Long Beach, CA 90807
Strength-Based
Your mental health matters! I take a collaborative approach to counseling, working with patients to reach their goals and finding a place of healing. I specialize in a client-centered approach to therapy and use Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) and/or EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). I now offer EMDR via teletherapy only. I specialize in working with trauma, caregivers, diabetics, those struggling with weight issues and/or emotional eating and anxiety. Currently as of Jan 2021, I am not accepting any new CalOptima/MediCal patients.
(657) 242-2831
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Psychologist, PhD, CAMC II Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90807
The decision to seek therapy services is often a difficult one. Whether you are struggling with transitional life issues, addiction, anxiety, or depressed mood, you have come to the right place. Together, we can work to improve your quality of life and to maximize your potential. You should not have to live with the pain and discomfort that you are experiencing. Allow me to help you to work through the issues that are interfering in your daily life, so that you can grow and succeed. If you are questioning a previous diagnosis, or would like more clarity and direction in your treatment, we can help with Psychological Testing!
Strength-Based
(562) 276-2133
Verified
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Long Beach, CA 90807
Strength-Based
The decision to seek therapy services is often a difficult one. Whether you are struggling with transitional life issues, addiction, anxiety, or depressed mood, you have come to the right place. Together, we can work to improve your quality of life and to maximize your potential. You should not have to live with the pain and discomfort that you are experiencing. Allow me to help you to work through the issues that are interfering in your daily life, so that you can grow and succeed. If you are questioning a previous diagnosis, or would like more clarity and direction in your treatment, we can help with Psychological Testing!
(562) 276-2133
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90807
I use a variety of practices and therapies, including: EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Informed Therapy. My process is always to ask you, the client, what it is you want, what would that look like, and what is in your way. Then we collaborate to get you there!
Strength-Based
(213) 344-5766
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Long Beach, CA 90807
Strength-Based
I use a variety of practices and therapies, including: EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Informed Therapy. My process is always to ask you, the client, what it is you want, what would that look like, and what is in your way. Then we collaborate to get you there!
(213) 344-5766
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90803
I honor compassion and vulnerability in the counseling arena and provide a safe environment for individuals to share their stories of pain, trauma and grief. Let me help guide you on a journey to find healing, comfort and insight into anything that is holding you back from living in the moment to your fullest potential. I will help you examine the roadblocks to your recovery and share strength for any type of pain, trauma or grief that presents itself in your life.
Strength-Based
(562) 262-5528
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Long Beach, CA 90803
Strength-Based
I honor compassion and vulnerability in the counseling arena and provide a safe environment for individuals to share their stories of pain, trauma and grief. Let me help guide you on a journey to find healing, comfort and insight into anything that is holding you back from living in the moment to your fullest potential. I will help you examine the roadblocks to your recovery and share strength for any type of pain, trauma or grief that presents itself in your life.
(562) 262-5528
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90814
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I act as a gentle and collaborative guide, helping you uncover self-defeating behaviors that can make life problematic. Working together, my intention is to help you gain insight into yourself and to encourage change that moves you forward toward fulfilling your goals and dreams. Clients come to me with anxiety, anger issues,depression, marital issues including infidelity, family conflicts, grief and loss, co-dependency, and Adult Child of Alcoholic issues.
Strength-Based
(562) 418-5036
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Long Beach, CA 90814
Strength-Based
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I act as a gentle and collaborative guide, helping you uncover self-defeating behaviors that can make life problematic. Working together, my intention is to help you gain insight into yourself and to encourage change that moves you forward toward fulfilling your goals and dreams. Clients come to me with anxiety, anger issues,depression, marital issues including infidelity, family conflicts, grief and loss, co-dependency, and Adult Child of Alcoholic issues.
(562) 418-5036
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT Verified
Verified
Long Beach, CA 90807
Strength-Based
(949) 635-4824
Verified
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Long Beach, CA 90807
Strength-Based
(949) 635-4824
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Strength-Based Therapists
If you're looking for Strength-Based Therapy in Long Beach or for a Long Beach Strength-Based Therapy these Therapists provide Strength Based counseling. Strength-based therapy is a type of positive psychotherapy and counseling that focuses more on your internal strengths and resourcefulness, and less on weaknesses, failures, and shortcomings. This focus sets up a positive mindset that helps you build on you best qualities, find your strengths, improve resilience and change worldview to one that is more positive. A positive attitude, in turn, can help your expectations of yourself and others become more reasonable.

How can I tell if a therapist is right for me?
Therapists in Long Beach are able to work with a wide range of issues and communities, including the BIPOC community in Long Beach. They offer in person sessions as well as Teletherapy in Long Beach

For example, if you're seeking a marriage counselor in Long Beach you'll find that most therapists are trained in marriage counseling or couples counseling in Long Beach and couples therapy. And they welcome families for family counseling in Long Beach or family therapy in Long Beach.