Integrative Therapists in Manhattan Beach, CA
Carol J Povenmire
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
My approach is integrative.
You might be exploring therapy for many reasons. You sense that your life could feel better or bring more fulfillment. You might want to process a disruptive change or recent loss. You may hope to deepen your relationships with others or develop more understanding and acceptance of yourself. You might want to reduce anxiety or depression. You may seek to shed the shadow of past trauma. You might want to build skills and resilience for an upcoming life transition. Whatever your reasons, you are giving yourself the opportunity to grow and become your best self. Therapy is an investment in both your present and future well-being.
My approach is integrative.
You might be exploring therapy for many reasons. You sense that your life could feel better or bring more fulfillment. You might want to process a disruptive change or recent loss. You may hope to deepen your relationships with others or develop more understanding and acceptance of yourself. You might want to reduce anxiety or depression. You may seek to shed the shadow of past trauma. You might want to build skills and resilience for an upcoming life transition. Whatever your reasons, you are giving yourself the opportunity to grow and become your best self. Therapy is an investment in both your present and future well-being.
Andrea Jablonski
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
I consider myself an integrative therapist, drawing from attachment, CBT, psychodynamic, and humanistic theories for bespoke care of each client.
Are you looking for some support and comforting validation? Would you like to better understand the problems you encounter in your day-to-day living as well as have a clearer view of the "bigger picture" issues and themes that arise in your life? Do you struggle with moderate to crippling anxiety or fear, and have trouble being fully present or accomplishing some of life's everyday tasks? Are you lonely or feeling down, or beginning to feel as though you'll never find peace or contentment? If any of these questions resonate with you, I welcome the opportunity to be in your service, help you find relief, and get your life back.
I consider myself an integrative therapist, drawing from attachment, CBT, psychodynamic, and humanistic theories for bespoke care of each client.
Are you looking for some support and comforting validation? Would you like to better understand the problems you encounter in your day-to-day living as well as have a clearer view of the "bigger picture" issues and themes that arise in your life? Do you struggle with moderate to crippling anxiety or fear, and have trouble being fully present or accomplishing some of life's everyday tasks? Are you lonely or feeling down, or beginning to feel as though you'll never find peace or contentment? If any of these questions resonate with you, I welcome the opportunity to be in your service, help you find relief, and get your life back.
Crystal Quarry
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
One of the most important aspects in therapy is for patients to feel heard, respected, and understood. Given that each individual is unique, and no one issue is ever the same among different people, my approach is integrative and tailored to meet the needs of the person, not the "problem". I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgemental environment for patients to learn, grow, explore, challenge, and to live the life they want to be living. I specialize in working with adults - individual, couples, and family - with anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, relationship problems, substance abuse, ADD/ADHD, and LGBTQ issues.
One of the most important aspects in therapy is for patients to feel heard, respected, and understood. Given that each individual is unique, and no one issue is ever the same among different people, my approach is integrative and tailored to meet the needs of the person, not the "problem". I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgemental environment for patients to learn, grow, explore, challenge, and to live the life they want to be living. I specialize in working with adults - individual, couples, and family - with anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, relationship problems, substance abuse, ADD/ADHD, and LGBTQ issues.
Roxanne Polk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, IBP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
Professional Certifications: Complex Trauma, EMDR Certified Psychotherapist, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Integrative Body Psychotherapist (IBP) Trained Natural Lifemanship; Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MCBT).
It's never too late to start living the life you were created to live. Whether your goal is self empowerment, healing from childhood trauma, recovering from addiction/alcoholism, changing self-sabotaging behavior, or healthier relational patterns, the therapeutic relationship is significant in the growth process. Healing from past wounds creates a space for more satisfying relationships with self and others. ~ "Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us." David Richo...
Professional Certifications: Complex Trauma, EMDR Certified Psychotherapist, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, Integrative Body Psychotherapist (IBP) Trained Natural Lifemanship; Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (MCBT).
It's never too late to start living the life you were created to live. Whether your goal is self empowerment, healing from childhood trauma, recovering from addiction/alcoholism, changing self-sabotaging behavior, or healthier relational patterns, the therapeutic relationship is significant in the growth process. Healing from past wounds creates a space for more satisfying relationships with self and others. ~ "Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us." David Richo...
Jessica Cronin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
My approach to therapy is empathic, compassionate, and tailored to a client's unique and specific needs based on an integrative approach using several different theoretical models.
With all life's pressures sometimes we put our own needs aside. This can manifest itself anywhere from burn out to anxiety and depression. My goals as a therapist are to provide a safe and supportive environment in order to help improve and nurture healthier relationships for my clients. I will work with you to discover, and uncover, the things that get in your way personally and/or professionally and help you gain a better understanding and acceptance of yourself.
My approach to therapy is empathic, compassionate, and tailored to a client's unique and specific needs based on an integrative approach using several different theoretical models.
With all life's pressures sometimes we put our own needs aside. This can manifest itself anywhere from burn out to anxiety and depression. My goals as a therapist are to provide a safe and supportive environment in order to help improve and nurture healthier relationships for my clients. I will work with you to discover, and uncover, the things that get in your way personally and/or professionally and help you gain a better understanding and acceptance of yourself.
Lou Figueroa
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, CHT
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
I offer an integrative approach to therapy which best suits the patient, drawing from psychodynamic, humanistic and narrative methods concentrating on rediscovering the past in order to understand the present.
I am an experienced bilingual clinician who works with adolescents, adults, couples and families dealing with a variety of mental health issues. I utilize a number of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, clinical hypnosis and hypnotically-facilitated psychotherapy. My areas of specialization include addiction, depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, grief/loss, and bipolar disorder. My life experience has given me broad exposure to divorce, blended families, bi-cultural families, midlife career changes, families with special needs members, special needs advocacy, and sports performance.
I offer an integrative approach to therapy which best suits the patient, drawing from psychodynamic, humanistic and narrative methods concentrating on rediscovering the past in order to understand the present.
I am an experienced bilingual clinician who works with adolescents, adults, couples and families dealing with a variety of mental health issues. I utilize a number of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, clinical hypnosis and hypnotically-facilitated psychotherapy. My areas of specialization include addiction, depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, grief/loss, and bipolar disorder. My life experience has given me broad exposure to divorce, blended families, bi-cultural families, midlife career changes, families with special needs members, special needs advocacy, and sports performance.
Jacqueline Hong
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Jacqueline Hong, LMFT124664, has extensive knowledge and experience working with adults with undiagnosed/diagnosed ADHD. I also work with disorders comorbid with ADHD, such as anxiety, panic, and depression with anxious features. My approach to therapy is mainly psychodynamic and relational, but also integrative since the needs of the client are all different. My approach to therapy is integrative. I mainly use psychodynamic and relational approaches. However, I use CBT for initial symptom reduction.
Jacqueline Hong, LMFT124664, has extensive knowledge and experience working with adults with undiagnosed/diagnosed ADHD. I also work with disorders comorbid with ADHD, such as anxiety, panic, and depression with anxious features. My approach to therapy is mainly psychodynamic and relational, but also integrative since the needs of the client are all different. My approach to therapy is integrative. I mainly use psychodynamic and relational approaches. However, I use CBT for initial symptom reduction.
Heather Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
As an integrative therapist, I incorporate psychodynamic and attachment principals, EMDR, mindfulness, dreamwork, and evidence based tools to help you reach your goals.
My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can feel seen, heard and accepted. I believe it is the relationship between client and therapist where so much of the work happens. We can work collaboratively to explore relational patterns, understand the connection between thoughts, emotions and behavior, and get curious about what may be holding you back from a deeper connection to self and others.
As an integrative therapist, I incorporate psychodynamic and attachment principals, EMDR, mindfulness, dreamwork, and evidence based tools to help you reach your goals.
My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can feel seen, heard and accepted. I believe it is the relationship between client and therapist where so much of the work happens. We can work collaboratively to explore relational patterns, understand the connection between thoughts, emotions and behavior, and get curious about what may be holding you back from a deeper connection to self and others.
Margaret Mae Chen South Bay Child & Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
At SBCFT, Mae uses a collaborative, integrative, and systems approach to address the unique needs of each person, couple, or family.
Do anxiety, fear, guilt, shame, or anger limit you from relating and living fully? Are you facing adversity, at a crossroads, or worried about yourself or a loved one? Are you feeling disconnected, dissatisfied, and stuck? Do you need individual, couples, or family therapy? If you answered yes to any of these questions, know that you are not alone. With courage, compassion, and curiosity, you can adapt, transform, and overcome the circumstances that prevent you from living your best life.
At SBCFT, Mae uses a collaborative, integrative, and systems approach to address the unique needs of each person, couple, or family.
Do anxiety, fear, guilt, shame, or anger limit you from relating and living fully? Are you facing adversity, at a crossroads, or worried about yourself or a loved one? Are you feeling disconnected, dissatisfied, and stuck? Do you need individual, couples, or family therapy? If you answered yes to any of these questions, know that you are not alone. With courage, compassion, and curiosity, you can adapt, transform, and overcome the circumstances that prevent you from living your best life.
Will Schofield
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, CADC II
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
We will utilize in-session, relational interventions to approach expressions and increase awareness to identify with oneself: body, mind, and spirit- leveraging therapeutic modes including blending functional support to trauma-informed cognitive thinking styles which can interfere with the soma- or bodies, sensate(feeling/behaving) integrative practices.
My therapeutic approach supports a centering of the individual to draw upon their foundational ideas of self. We all experience times when we struggle to make sense of, cope with, and bring forward our best selves. I love helping clients unpack what is most challenging in their lives. Through our past exploration of built-upon themes and skills, a different sense of presence can feel more capable with additional ways of interacting to support your goals. My clients are high-functioning individuals and families who are dealing with grief, value/identity, trauma, challenging circumstances, relationship issues, and addiction.
We will utilize in-session, relational interventions to approach expressions and increase awareness to identify with oneself: body, mind, and spirit- leveraging therapeutic modes including blending functional support to trauma-informed cognitive thinking styles which can interfere with the soma- or bodies, sensate(feeling/behaving) integrative practices.
My therapeutic approach supports a centering of the individual to draw upon their foundational ideas of self. We all experience times when we struggle to make sense of, cope with, and bring forward our best selves. I love helping clients unpack what is most challenging in their lives. Through our past exploration of built-upon themes and skills, a different sense of presence can feel more capable with additional ways of interacting to support your goals. My clients are high-functioning individuals and families who are dealing with grief, value/identity, trauma, challenging circumstances, relationship issues, and addiction.
Jamie Whitney
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
I use an integrative approach and focus on connection as the core of healthy relationships and emotional well-being.
I work with adults, families, children and adolescents in private practice and adolescents and their families in a teen residential treatment center. I find great joy helping clients repair their relationships with self, re-establish trust in themselves and discover what fun, joy and playfulness look like.
I use an integrative approach and focus on connection as the core of healthy relationships and emotional well-being.
I work with adults, families, children and adolescents in private practice and adolescents and their families in a teen residential treatment center. I find great joy helping clients repair their relationships with self, re-establish trust in themselves and discover what fun, joy and playfulness look like.
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Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP, FT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
My overall approach to therapy is humanistic/integrative.
Welcome to my practice! I am a board certified clinical psychologist with over 20 years in practice and specialize in depression, trauma, anxiety, grief and relationship issues. I support clients in navigating life transitions such as existential, trauma, relational issues. Together we will explore how past experiences shape your current thoughts, emotions and behavior and work towards your goals for change, meaning making and finding renewed purpose, connection, and vitality.
My overall approach to therapy is humanistic/integrative.
Welcome to my practice! I am a board certified clinical psychologist with over 20 years in practice and specialize in depression, trauma, anxiety, grief and relationship issues. I support clients in navigating life transitions such as existential, trauma, relational issues. Together we will explore how past experiences shape your current thoughts, emotions and behavior and work towards your goals for change, meaning making and finding renewed purpose, connection, and vitality.
Cynthia Mao
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MA, ASW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Hello and welcome. If you're navigating life's twists and turns, struggling with unwanted feelings and mood swings, or dealing with the challenges of today's complex world, you're in the right place. Life can often present us with unexpected transitions, relationship struggles, loneliness, helplessness, and the weight of depression or anxiety. It's especially challenging when you find yourself balancing between different cultures and identities. I want you to know that you're not alone in your journey. I'm here to offer support, understanding, and guidance through these challenges.
Hello and welcome. If you're navigating life's twists and turns, struggling with unwanted feelings and mood swings, or dealing with the challenges of today's complex world, you're in the right place. Life can often present us with unexpected transitions, relationship struggles, loneliness, helplessness, and the weight of depression or anxiety. It's especially challenging when you find yourself balancing between different cultures and identities. I want you to know that you're not alone in your journey. I'm here to offer support, understanding, and guidance through these challenges.
Amarri Simms
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you need support to remove barriers and work through obstacles? Do you want to accomplish goals and live in your purpose? Do you feel highly accomplished and just need a little help in maintaining your life balance and successes? Everyday, in every way we have the ability to get better and better, and I would be honored to support you in your journey. I have a passion and purpose to be of meaningful service to others. I combine my education, professional and real world experience to provide gentle, honest, and insightful care within a compassionate, client centered, spiritual approach.
Do you need support to remove barriers and work through obstacles? Do you want to accomplish goals and live in your purpose? Do you feel highly accomplished and just need a little help in maintaining your life balance and successes? Everyday, in every way we have the ability to get better and better, and I would be honored to support you in your journey. I have a passion and purpose to be of meaningful service to others. I combine my education, professional and real world experience to provide gentle, honest, and insightful care within a compassionate, client centered, spiritual approach.
Dominique A White
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90267 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who enjoys working with individuals to help cultivate growth, understanding, and healing. I specialize in working with clients experiencing challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and specific phobias. If you are experiencing challenges such as difficulties in relationships, work stressors, becoming a parent, or transitioning to other new roles in your life, you can benefit greatly from having a safe space to feel heard, understood, and seen. I aim to build on your existing strengths and discover what you find meaningful in life.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who enjoys working with individuals to help cultivate growth, understanding, and healing. I specialize in working with clients experiencing challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and specific phobias. If you are experiencing challenges such as difficulties in relationships, work stressors, becoming a parent, or transitioning to other new roles in your life, you can benefit greatly from having a safe space to feel heard, understood, and seen. I aim to build on your existing strengths and discover what you find meaningful in life.
Dr. Carey Incledon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
I consider it a privilege to do the work I do—in fact, helping others heal, grow, and thrive every day brings great meaning to my life. I know from personal experience how life can sometimes feel unbearable. I also know from personal experience what it is like to work closely with a gifted psychologist to create a new perspective and a new life that are even better than before. I am passionate about providing the highest-quality mental health services to each of my clients and would love the opportunity to support you through this time.
I consider it a privilege to do the work I do—in fact, helping others heal, grow, and thrive every day brings great meaning to my life. I know from personal experience how life can sometimes feel unbearable. I also know from personal experience what it is like to work closely with a gifted psychologist to create a new perspective and a new life that are even better than before. I am passionate about providing the highest-quality mental health services to each of my clients and would love the opportunity to support you through this time.
Naomi Lutz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel like so many things and people need your attention that you want to hide and ignore them all? Do you ever give in to this feeling and stay in bed, unmotivated and overwhelmed? Does your mind feel like it is going at hyper speed and won't let you rest? Do day to day tasks seem unachievable? Are you constantly asking yourself "what's wrong with me?" At some point, because you are a fighter, you will get out of bed and start addressing the things and people that have been piling up. But is there still a voice in the back of your mind already worried about the next time you end up in bed feeling overwhelmed?
Do you ever feel like so many things and people need your attention that you want to hide and ignore them all? Do you ever give in to this feeling and stay in bed, unmotivated and overwhelmed? Does your mind feel like it is going at hyper speed and won't let you rest? Do day to day tasks seem unachievable? Are you constantly asking yourself "what's wrong with me?" At some point, because you are a fighter, you will get out of bed and start addressing the things and people that have been piling up. But is there still a voice in the back of your mind already worried about the next time you end up in bed feeling overwhelmed?
Shelley Gregory
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (Online Only)
Everyone has their own unique story. I believe that being present for you to share your story is a privilege. I will help you explore and process your life experiences and set goals. I will be dedicated to helping you reconcile your past and overcome your fears. If you are struggling due to trauma, difficult relationships, workplace stress, depression, anxiety, transitions in your life, or you have a specific difficult situation that you need help with, I can help you.Together we will address issues that are causing you distress and that may be interfering with other areas of your life.
Everyone has their own unique story. I believe that being present for you to share your story is a privilege. I will help you explore and process your life experiences and set goals. I will be dedicated to helping you reconcile your past and overcome your fears. If you are struggling due to trauma, difficult relationships, workplace stress, depression, anxiety, transitions in your life, or you have a specific difficult situation that you need help with, I can help you.Together we will address issues that are causing you distress and that may be interfering with other areas of your life.
Jasleen Gill
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
I believe therapy is one of the best, life-altering, and transformational things you can do for yourself. It’s not always just about “fixing” something, but also about self-development and self-actualization. Life is a school of lessons. It has its ups and downs. I want to support you through it all and see you get those “A-ha” moments! Whether it’s changing negative thoughts or behaviors, creating healthier habits, setting new goals, loving yourself more, managing stress, building coping skills & problem solving, improving your relationships, or creating balance in your life, I’m here to help with your growth and change.
I believe therapy is one of the best, life-altering, and transformational things you can do for yourself. It’s not always just about “fixing” something, but also about self-development and self-actualization. Life is a school of lessons. It has its ups and downs. I want to support you through it all and see you get those “A-ha” moments! Whether it’s changing negative thoughts or behaviors, creating healthier habits, setting new goals, loving yourself more, managing stress, building coping skills & problem solving, improving your relationships, or creating balance in your life, I’m here to help with your growth and change.
Yifat Block
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD , LCSW
Verified Verified
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Beginning therapy can be a scary and intimidating process, one that comes with many questions: Who should I work with? How does therapy work? What can I expect to get from therapy? Will it be useful for me? Therapy is an investment in yourself. It can deepen your self-awareness and lead to long-term change in your life.
Beginning therapy can be a scary and intimidating process, one that comes with many questions: Who should I work with? How does therapy work? What can I expect to get from therapy? Will it be useful for me? Therapy is an investment in yourself. It can deepen your self-awareness and lead to long-term change in your life.
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Integrative Therapists
What is integrative therapy?
Integrative therapy is a type of therapy that combines ideas and techniques from different therapeutic approaches depending on the needs of the individual client. By merging elements of different treatments, an integrative therapist aims to offer a more flexible approach than those who practice just one type of therapy.
How does integrative therapy work?
Integrative therapy approaches a client’s mental, physical, and emotional health in a holistic way to discover the sources of their unhealthy behavior patterns or other challenges and considers the approach most likely to lead to improvement. Among the techniques an integrative therapist may practice are cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, art or music therapy, psychodynamic therapy, breathwork, family systems therapy, gestalt therapy, and trauma-informed therapy. An integrative therapist regularly evaluates the client’s progress and is prepared to pivot to a different approach if progress stalls.
How long does integrative therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for integrative therapy; people who find they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that spurred them to seek treatment. New patients should understand that it may take some time for a therapist to land on a treatment approach that best meets their needs, but once they do, they should expect sessions to extend for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
How effective is integrative therapy?
There are hundreds of types of talk therapy, and research shows that while they vary in form, goals, and frequency, many if not all can produce similarly successful outcomes. But a single approach does not always deliver the greatest, or speediest, benefit, and so even therapists primarily trained in one model will use tools, language, techniques, or exercises from others to shape an effective treatment plan.