Emotionally Focused Therapists in Inglewood, CA

As humans, we are wired for connection, but couples often get stuck in a negative cycle of conflict that blocks that connection and leaves them desperate to find it again. Please, don't give up on your relationship; there is hope, and I am here to help you dissolve those blocks and create new ways of feeling heard, seen, and understood. I especially enjoy working in the Christian, African-American, and Latin communities.

Do you ever feel like you are hitting a wall when you are talking to your family and friends? Do you feel like no one understands the thoughts and feelings you are struggling with? I am dedicated to nurturing the hope, healing, and resiliency you need to not only survive, but to thrive through serious life challenges. I will take an engaging, empathic, and directive approach to empower you and your loved ones to thrive together.

I believe that everyone has the capacity to accomplish their goals. My role is to help you uncover and understand the obstacles and trauma that are getting in the way of achieving what you desire, and then help you tap into your inner resources to succeed. With empathy and authenticity, I work alongside my clients to promote healing and discovery of their power to change. Whether you are experiencing symptoms related to anxiety, depression, grief and loss; problems with relationships, parenting, or self-esteem; or a general sense of disconnectedness – whatever it is – I recognize that therapy is self-work, and it's not easy.

There is really no issue to big or too small to bring to therapy. I have seen people go through so much positive change because of their work in therapy and think it is such an awesome process. Just because we can go through life in survival mode and bouncing off our ups and downs, does not mean we should. I love to talk about everything therapy, so I encourage people to reach out.

Are you ready? Let's do this! I am passionate and ready to go on your journey with you. Let's see where the road leads. With you as the driver and me as the passenger, we will work together to set goals, gain insight, and make positive and lasting changes.

Hello fam!, and welcome to my Psychology Today page. My name is Erick Nunez, and I am a gay man of Black and Puerto Rican descent. Throughout my career, I've advocated for my community (those who have been marginalized and oppressed) and I'm honored to provide a safe and creative therapy space for my clients to express themselves openly and freely with no judgment. My goal is to make therapy comfortable for people of color.

My name is Cindy Avelar. I am a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my Master's In Social Work from CSU San Bernardino in 2018 and have been practicing clinical skills since then. I have experience working with a wide age group from children to older adults. I have a passion for helping clients dealing with trauma and actively seek ongoing training to improve my skills to better assist clients. I have experience with trauma, Depression, Anxiety, working with foster youth, and Substance Use issues to name a few. When you meet me, you will find a calm, peaceful personality filled with enthusiasm and hope.

Elite Athletes, high performers, actors, artists and public speakers need to have support in life as pressure mounts. Setting healthy boundaries, learning to identify your needs and share them with others can often be hard for athletes to balance between performing at optimal levels while having the relationships they want. People working in Sports and Entertainment often find themselves struggling to identify what they need and therapy can help to create the self awareness that leads to confidence, healthy relationships and improved motivation.

I am a Black Liberation Psychologist who specializes in caring for members of Global Majority. I find purpose and meaning in connecting with others seeking support on their path to wholeness, healing, and self-growth. I work with clients to co-create a safe space rooted in the authenticity, compassion, and mutual truth-telling that is necessary for emotional healing to begin.

I am an African-American therapist specializing in working with children & adolescents. I am deeply committed to helping them thrive in all aspects of their life. Through my work, I focus on teaching essential skills that empower young individuals to navigate challenges with confidence. My clients are provided with tools to manage emotions, build resilience & communicate effectively. I help them develop crucial life skills that will serve them well into adulthood. My approach is centered around empathy, understanding, and personalized support tailored to each child's unique needs.I strive foster their ability to overcome obstacles

As a Latinx woman, who has faced the struggle and challenges of societal and cultural expectations, I am passionate about empowering others to become the best version of themselves. Together, we can achieve this by looking within to find the strength to unlearn old patterns that do not serve you anymore. Life can be full of peaks and valleys, and I am here to support you through the journey.

I understand the challenge of navigating through hundreds of profiles just to find the therapist that is "right for you." Frustration accompanies you & you think all hope is gone. Well, consider stumbling upon me as a sign in the "right" direction. As a Sex & Relationship Therapist, I am passionate about helping individuals & couples have satisfying & meaningful sexual relationships. I am skilled in addressing body image concerns, confidence issues, & trauma that can inhibit the sexual system in relationships. I also work with families navigating through the trials of life as it relates to trauma, discourse, & lack of communication.

Transformative HEALING begins only when we graciously surrender to the knowing that we and only we can uniquely heal ourselves. Identifying, dissolving, and eliminating the causality of unhealthy thoughts, beliefs, negative internal dialogues that perpetuates unhappiness & suffering. Forgiveness releasing emotional baggage of those who have physically, emotionally, or psychologically harmed us is the ultimate healing. Believe in the knowing nothing can stop or hinder our WILL and desire to heal our magnificent, marvelous, and loving selves. YOUR DIVINE, creators, sustainers of peace, happiness, joy, & LOVE we deservingly desire!!!

Welcome! My name is Michele. I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist actively working in the field since 2019. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from San Jose State University and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Palo Alto University. My therapeutic style involves creating space to talk honestly about life, relationships, and all the things that come up as we navigate through it. Providing a safe place to create a community where you feel supported, validated, and seen. Common approaches we might tap into are supportive, interpersonal, trauma focus, attachment, and narrative.

As a licensed psychologist for the past 39 years, I have worked with adult women and men - young, middle-aged and older - who have struggled with a range of anxiety, mood and relational issues. My particular focus now is working with couples - married, separated or pre-marital - to strengthen relationship skills and sustain healthy marriages. I work well with clients who either have had minimal therapy exposure, or difficulties feeling understood due to challenges intersecting with cultural, contextual and communication dilemmas. I have a limited practice, so I often work to assist others in finding culturally competent treatment.

Are you feeling stuck in a life that doesn't align with your dreams? Do you long to connect with your partner on a deeper level, but struggle to open up about your thoughts and feelings? Or are you tired of the pain and stress of a relationship that's going nowhere? If so, I can help. As a therapist, I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can heal and start living a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I'm particularly passionate about helping men, especially men of color, navigate life's challenges.

I have been blessed with many incredible mentors throughout my journey as a human and as a therapist, and I now can share their collective wisdom along with my life experience, with you. Therapy offer a process of healing learn to be present together, allowing awareness to expand in a safe place. Here, truth can be expressed, allowing transformation. Typically we default to distraction, intoxication or denial when a we can't genuinely connect with ourselves. "Process addictions", loss, trauma and shame creep in and inhibit our sense of Self. Through therapy, our clarity, healing and ease with emotional intimacy can finally emerge.

Sometimes it doesn't simply "go away". Sometimes you physically feel it in your body, you notice it in the way you carry yourself, you question why something that once had no emotional charge for you, bothers you down to your core today. Are you struggling with managing difficult emotions? Maybe unhelpful thoughts consume your day to day life. I have success working with individuals ranging from teen to the aging population, in areas including but not limited to anxiety and depression management, posttraumatic stress, self esteem issues, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions.

The perfect client might have gone through tough times like trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship struggles. But together, we can dig into the roots of trauma, find hidden patterns, and set off on a life-changing journey towards emotional healing. Throughout this process, we'll rediscover joy, nurture relationships, and revitalize our overall well-being.