Therapists in Long Beach, CA
Dr. Monica Sykes
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90807 (Online Only)
Is anxiety taking over your life? Does it feel like you can’t control it no matter how hard you try? Are you feeling hopeless, isolated and not your usual self? Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem or any other issue, anyone of us could use a little help to work through some of life’s more difficult times. Through a collaborative process, I can help you to explore and examine your life in a way that can be empowering and transformational. I'll help you develop the tools you need to overcome life’s challenges, and promote healing and personal growth.
Is anxiety taking over your life? Does it feel like you can’t control it no matter how hard you try? Are you feeling hopeless, isolated and not your usual self? Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem or any other issue, anyone of us could use a little help to work through some of life’s more difficult times. Through a collaborative process, I can help you to explore and examine your life in a way that can be empowering and transformational. I'll help you develop the tools you need to overcome life’s challenges, and promote healing and personal growth.
Julia Sáenz
Psychologist, PsyD, KAP
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90815
Hey there! Congratulations on taking the first step to finding a therapist. It tends to be the hardest - acknowledging that things aren't going so well requires honesty, self-awareness, and humility. Or an "admittance of failure" as some might describe it. At least that's what it feels like. I assure you that you didn't fail and you're not a failure, no matter how strong those feelings might be. It's the system that's flawed; it drowns us in unrealistic expectations and superficial comparisons, causing us to feel overwhelmed, irritable, disconnected, lonely, and unfulfilled.
Hey there! Congratulations on taking the first step to finding a therapist. It tends to be the hardest - acknowledging that things aren't going so well requires honesty, self-awareness, and humility. Or an "admittance of failure" as some might describe it. At least that's what it feels like. I assure you that you didn't fail and you're not a failure, no matter how strong those feelings might be. It's the system that's flawed; it drowns us in unrealistic expectations and superficial comparisons, causing us to feel overwhelmed, irritable, disconnected, lonely, and unfulfilled.
Nancy Soliman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90805 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with every day tasks, feeling sad, out of place and just overwhelmed with life and all the things that come with it? Are you ready to learn how to recognize your own strengths, potentials, heal and become free? Do you struggle with your child/adolescents behaviors, feel like you've tried everything and nothing is working? I'd be honored if you allow me to take this journey with you and your family. HI, my name is Nancy Soliman and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Are you struggling with every day tasks, feeling sad, out of place and just overwhelmed with life and all the things that come with it? Are you ready to learn how to recognize your own strengths, potentials, heal and become free? Do you struggle with your child/adolescents behaviors, feel like you've tried everything and nothing is working? I'd be honored if you allow me to take this journey with you and your family. HI, my name is Nancy Soliman and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Community Clinic for Counseling & Educational
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90840
The Clinic offers individual, couples and youth counseling Services. Services are provided to address any of the following concerns: self-esteem, depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship concerns, assertiveness etc.. Youth Counseling provides children with the skills to help them cope with problems that inhibit their learning, social interactions and emotional well-being. The child's counselor concentrates on areas such as emotional resiliency, assertiveness, self-esteem building, listening, communication, and motivation.
The Clinic offers individual, couples and youth counseling Services. Services are provided to address any of the following concerns: self-esteem, depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship concerns, assertiveness etc.. Youth Counseling provides children with the skills to help them cope with problems that inhibit their learning, social interactions and emotional well-being. The child's counselor concentrates on areas such as emotional resiliency, assertiveness, self-esteem building, listening, communication, and motivation.
Ralph Ihle
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90804
Dr. Ralph Ihle is a Psychologist in the Long Beach, CA area whose practice has spanned more than 30 years. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of California at Los Angeles, CA in 1980 and his doctoral degree from the University of Southern California in 1988. He acquired skills consulting with and training program treatment staff and assessing and treating male and female patients with severe mental disorders and young adults with destructive behavior disorders.
Dr. Ralph Ihle is a Psychologist in the Long Beach, CA area whose practice has spanned more than 30 years. He obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of California at Los Angeles, CA in 1980 and his doctoral degree from the University of Southern California in 1988. He acquired skills consulting with and training program treatment staff and assessing and treating male and female patients with severe mental disorders and young adults with destructive behavior disorders.
Aimee McCaffrey Brasher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90807
Choosing a therapist can be a difficult process, I believe my role as a therapist is to partner with my clients to create a safe and non-judgemental environment while working with clients conjointly in learning more about themselves and resolving past pain in an effort to promote insight and healing. I believe in assisting my clients in identifying their goals, while exploring healthy strategies they can utilize in achieving these goals. Personal growth and healing is a goal that is unique to each individual, utilizing multiple strategies in an effort to promote healing through awareness and insight.
Choosing a therapist can be a difficult process, I believe my role as a therapist is to partner with my clients to create a safe and non-judgemental environment while working with clients conjointly in learning more about themselves and resolving past pain in an effort to promote insight and healing. I believe in assisting my clients in identifying their goals, while exploring healthy strategies they can utilize in achieving these goals. Personal growth and healing is a goal that is unique to each individual, utilizing multiple strategies in an effort to promote healing through awareness and insight.
Katie Burgess
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90802 (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychotherapist and have worked in mental health and social services since 2011. I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy that is individualized to each client and their specific needs, strengths, and goals. I am passionate about partnering with my clients to help them achieve their personal goals and reach their fullest potential. I have spent over ten years working with individuals, couples, and families, and have had experience working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma.
I am a licensed psychotherapist and have worked in mental health and social services since 2011. I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy that is individualized to each client and their specific needs, strengths, and goals. I am passionate about partnering with my clients to help them achieve their personal goals and reach their fullest potential. I have spent over ten years working with individuals, couples, and families, and have had experience working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma.
Heidi Roselle
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, PMH-C, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90814 (Online Only)
Perhaps you are feeling anxious, sad, or “stuck.” You may be struggling with a transition, such as becoming a new parent, starting a new job, coping with a loss, or adapting to life after a difficult medical diagnosis. Or, perhaps you find yourself overwhelmed by fear and negative feelings for no apparent reason at all. If any of this sounds familiar to you, residual, unprocessed feelings from the past may be holding you back from living the life you desire. At Onward Healing, we specialize in using online EMDR therapy to help you heal the wounds of your past, to enrich your experience of the present, and to clear a path onward.
Perhaps you are feeling anxious, sad, or “stuck.” You may be struggling with a transition, such as becoming a new parent, starting a new job, coping with a loss, or adapting to life after a difficult medical diagnosis. Or, perhaps you find yourself overwhelmed by fear and negative feelings for no apparent reason at all. If any of this sounds familiar to you, residual, unprocessed feelings from the past may be holding you back from living the life you desire. At Onward Healing, we specialize in using online EMDR therapy to help you heal the wounds of your past, to enrich your experience of the present, and to clear a path onward.
Sarah Floyd
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90814 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
You are a product of your community. As a result, you are a Survivor of the traumas, the cultural norms, and the "rules" that you followed in order to stay alive. When you based your survival on another's expectation of you, you eventually found yourself lost in the limbo of sacrificing your authenticity and your voice for the happiness and success of your social circle, family, and/or your community.
You are a product of your community. As a result, you are a Survivor of the traumas, the cultural norms, and the "rules" that you followed in order to stay alive. When you based your survival on another's expectation of you, you eventually found yourself lost in the limbo of sacrificing your authenticity and your voice for the happiness and success of your social circle, family, and/or your community.
Elizabeth Gonzalez Morales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90802
Welcome to our space! I recognize the effort It takes to see inside and looking for a therapist. With intergenerational(trauma), we learn to exist as a way to survive and move along life with little meaning. Still, we can transform that which no longer helps but harms. The journey of self-discovery and healing is one of most precious gifts we ca do for ourselves and our lineage. We may seek therapy to have healthier relationships with ourselves, partners, and others; feeling safer; reclaiming our identity; thrive authentically in the world; reparent our inner child; connect to our path in this lifetime; and healing the soul.
Welcome to our space! I recognize the effort It takes to see inside and looking for a therapist. With intergenerational(trauma), we learn to exist as a way to survive and move along life with little meaning. Still, we can transform that which no longer helps but harms. The journey of self-discovery and healing is one of most precious gifts we ca do for ourselves and our lineage. We may seek therapy to have healthier relationships with ourselves, partners, and others; feeling safer; reclaiming our identity; thrive authentically in the world; reparent our inner child; connect to our path in this lifetime; and healing the soul.
Claire Czajkowski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90803
Hello! My focus in my practice is working with teens, young adults (20s-30s), and LGBTQ individuals on a variety of difficult topics. I use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to work through trauma. Whether you are a teen struggling with depression, self-harm, or anxiety. Or an identified LGBTQ adult or young adult dealing with issues such as past trauma, relationship stressors, or phase of life difficulties/transitions. My goal is to offer you a safe space to openly express and explore these specific areas, and to obtain the results you are looking for with the intent of living an enriched life.
Hello! My focus in my practice is working with teens, young adults (20s-30s), and LGBTQ individuals on a variety of difficult topics. I use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to work through trauma. Whether you are a teen struggling with depression, self-harm, or anxiety. Or an identified LGBTQ adult or young adult dealing with issues such as past trauma, relationship stressors, or phase of life difficulties/transitions. My goal is to offer you a safe space to openly express and explore these specific areas, and to obtain the results you are looking for with the intent of living an enriched life.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90807
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be hard. It can be overwhelming to manage all things life, while feeling stressed and overwhelmed. You're someone that wants to stop overthinking and you crave relief. You're hoping that one day you’ll be able to overcome your worries and live fully in the present. You may have noticed the parts of you that are unhealed, and I am here to remind you that these parts are worthy of healing and nurturing.
Life can be hard. It can be overwhelming to manage all things life, while feeling stressed and overwhelmed. You're someone that wants to stop overthinking and you crave relief. You're hoping that one day you’ll be able to overcome your worries and live fully in the present. You may have noticed the parts of you that are unhealed, and I am here to remind you that these parts are worthy of healing and nurturing.
Headway
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90802 (Online Only)
My name is Yasuko Mikajiri (三ヶ尻 靖子). I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, working in the mental health field for over 20 years, after having emigrated from Japan, treating variety of people with their unique issues. Now, Via Telehealth, I am focusing on individual adults (18 years old+) to treat Depression, Anxiety PTSD, Grief & Loss, Substance Use, Communication Skills, Transitional Work, Generational/Cultural Gap for Immigrants, and Purpose in Life.
My name is Yasuko Mikajiri (三ヶ尻 靖子). I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, working in the mental health field for over 20 years, after having emigrated from Japan, treating variety of people with their unique issues. Now, Via Telehealth, I am focusing on individual adults (18 years old+) to treat Depression, Anxiety PTSD, Grief & Loss, Substance Use, Communication Skills, Transitional Work, Generational/Cultural Gap for Immigrants, and Purpose in Life.
Joe Pelzman
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!
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!
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90804
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
Vanessa Fernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90805
You're here searching today and I'd love to help you navigate this journey. I have worked in hospice and in community mental health for the last 5 years with adults experiencing challenging circumstances. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to express yourself and emotions. I specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, chronic illness, grief and loss. I understand life brings many hurdles and obstacles and you don't have to face them alone. I firmly believe every person is unique thus I will tailor my approach with you to your specific journey.
You're here searching today and I'd love to help you navigate this journey. I have worked in hospice and in community mental health for the last 5 years with adults experiencing challenging circumstances. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment for you to express yourself and emotions. I specialize in anxiety, depression, life transitions, chronic illness, grief and loss. I understand life brings many hurdles and obstacles and you don't have to face them alone. I firmly believe every person is unique thus I will tailor my approach with you to your specific journey.
Stephanie Mason
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90805 (Online Only)
New beginnings can often be disguised as painful endings. I work closely with those who have been through tragic events, suffered childhood abuse, those who have been victimized by others, as well as those who might feel like they have nowhere left to turn. My goal is to help you find your inner strength, and to courageously be free to display it and be proud. I am empathetic to my client’s needs, ambitious to provide support, and offer a nonjudgmental space for you to share and truly be heard.
New beginnings can often be disguised as painful endings. I work closely with those who have been through tragic events, suffered childhood abuse, those who have been victimized by others, as well as those who might feel like they have nowhere left to turn. My goal is to help you find your inner strength, and to courageously be free to display it and be proud. I am empathetic to my client’s needs, ambitious to provide support, and offer a nonjudgmental space for you to share and truly be heard.
Debra Brittain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90814 (Online Only)
Sometimes life can get complicated.We can get overwhelmed by people, work, and life events, and it seems this bombardment of people, places and things, never lets up. We do our best to manage it all, but in the end we are still emotionally distressed, and sometimes severely.The old ways of coping with it all no longer work. It's time to STOP FOCUSING ON THE PROBLEM AND START FOCUSING ON THE CHANGE. It's time to take your life back and be in control of your well-being. TIME TO BEGIN CRAFTING AND ACTUALIZING LIFE'S MEANING (C.A.L.M. THERAPY)
Sometimes life can get complicated.We can get overwhelmed by people, work, and life events, and it seems this bombardment of people, places and things, never lets up. We do our best to manage it all, but in the end we are still emotionally distressed, and sometimes severely.The old ways of coping with it all no longer work. It's time to STOP FOCUSING ON THE PROBLEM AND START FOCUSING ON THE CHANGE. It's time to take your life back and be in control of your well-being. TIME TO BEGIN CRAFTING AND ACTUALIZING LIFE'S MEANING (C.A.L.M. THERAPY)
Alen Arjad
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, CADC-I
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90808
No matter what you’re seeking, whether it’s overcoming worries, desiring more out of life, reducing stress in relationships, or becoming a more refined version of yourself, it’s helpful to have an ally throughout the journey. I believe that people have within them the creativity, strengths, and solutions to become who and what they want to be. My style is integrative which aims to address each person’s unique experience through a wide variety of psychotherapies and tools.
No matter what you’re seeking, whether it’s overcoming worries, desiring more out of life, reducing stress in relationships, or becoming a more refined version of yourself, it’s helpful to have an ally throughout the journey. I believe that people have within them the creativity, strengths, and solutions to become who and what they want to be. My style is integrative which aims to address each person’s unique experience through a wide variety of psychotherapies and tools.
Tanya Montgomery
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90807
I specialize in helping people who feel stuck in emotionally painful and destructive patterns in life. Life can be lonely and difficult and uncertain. I strive to help you ease your emotional burden and find a lightness in life. Stress has a way of making us forget that we need each other, and that it can be safe and comforting to connect. So, as a therapist, I focus on helping you re-connect with yourself and the people and things you love. I’ll help you stand up tall in your truth even when it’s “messy.”
I specialize in helping people who feel stuck in emotionally painful and destructive patterns in life. Life can be lonely and difficult and uncertain. I strive to help you ease your emotional burden and find a lightness in life. Stress has a way of making us forget that we need each other, and that it can be safe and comforting to connect. So, as a therapist, I focus on helping you re-connect with yourself and the people and things you love. I’ll help you stand up tall in your truth even when it’s “messy.”
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Long Beach, CA
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Long Beach, CA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
76% | Self Esteem |
71% | Coping Skills |
70% | Relationship Issues |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
64% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
70% | Aetna |
70% | Cigna and Evernorth |
69% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Long Beach, CA see their clients
57% | In Person and Online | |
43% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Long Beach?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.