Female Therapists in East Side, Long Beach, CA

Are you sleepwalking through life? Do you feel as though you’re just getting by? Or maybe you aren’t getting by. If you have been struggling with mental health issues, you are not alone. In today’s fast-paced, social media driven society, it can be incredibly difficult to feel truly content and fulfilled. Talking about and processing your emotional pain can be tremendously healing.

I believe every good therapist has done their own work. I have been a therapy client at different times throughout my life. I don’t ask my clients to do anything I haven’t done myself. Together we will work to identify the best approach to healing for you.

Currently accepting new clients for appointments next week! Pacific Pain & Wellness Group treats mental health and pain conditions using a variety of effective treatments including medications, psychotherapy, telemedicine, ketamine infusions, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Our mission is to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you on a path towards better living and emotional relief. Through diagnostic evaluations, we construct a treatment plan aligned with meeting your current goals towards resiliency and healing.

Thank you for being here. My goal is to support people in healing the deepest, most hidden parts of themselves. This therapeutic space is for the intuitive, the deep thinkers, and the highly sensitive who have been trying to make sense of their experiences. I offer extensive knowledge and support with the following: nervous system healing, complex trauma, chronic emotional dysregulation, adverse childhood events, and relational fear/anxiety. If you are seeking support by trying to organize what feels like internal chaos, difficulty understanding experience, or are more curious to explore your identity; welcome.

Do you find yourself feeling stuck, stressed out, or overwhelmed? Are you looking to create a healthy life and find peace? Starting therapy can be a big step and it takes courage. I am here to walk with you along your journey. I believe therapy is a place for healing, and a way for you to value your mental health and well-being. I use a warm, non-judgmental approach to help clients navigate through stressful life situations and live authentically. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients can take away new insights and tools for coping with stress and deepening their self-awareness.

I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in individually-tailored evidence-based treatment. I have formal training in CBT and DBT, as well as specialized training in ACT. I have completed specialized training through PSI to treat perinatal mood disorders. I provide support for those struggling with infertility, pregnancy loss, and difficulties related to pregnancy and postpartum. I assist with developing a postpartum plan during pregnancy to reduce factors that contribute to postpartum anxiety, depression, and OCD.

Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.

Are you feeling unheard or misunderstood by your partner in your relationship leading to frequent arguments and fights? Are past betrayals, negative incidents, or insecurities hindering the growth of your bond? Have you been feeling like you are slowly drifting apart, missing the emotional or physical closeness you once cherished? Clarity and Perspective Counseling can revive your relationship by helping you and your partner improve your communication, decrease your conflicts and deepen the closeness between one another using evidenece based methods and tools proven to be effective.

As a client-centered therapist, I provide a supportive and non-judgmental approach in which you can feel safe to begin the healing journey. I firmly believe in building on my client's strengths and skills. My training and experience have included working with individuals and families recovering from trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and codependency/relationship issues.

Ready to transform your life? I'm here to guide you through life's twists and turns, offering support every step of the way. I'll be your personal cheerleader, as you tackle life's challenges head-on. I believe true change only happens when we're willing to get our hands dirty and put in the work. It might be a bit uncomfortable at times, but it's worth it. And hey, I'll be right there by your side, every step of the way, cheering you on and offering a helping hand whenever you need it. So if you're ready to dive in, roll up your sleeves, and embrace the journey towards transformation, I'm here and I'm ready when you are.

Are you struggling with managing stress, low mood, grief, or a loss of your sense of self that's impacting your daily life? Do you feel overwhelmed by life's challenges and unsure where to start for improvement? I understand how circumstances can sometimes feel overwhelming or hopeless, and I'm here to support you through these difficult times. Whether you're dealing with a life-changing event, adolescent challenges, or mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, addiction, or simply feeling stuck, I am here to help.

With well over a decade’s worth of experience, and meeting clients at various moments in their lives, I find myself being more of a guide in the therapeutic process than anything else. As a therapist, I take pride in creating a space where clients can explore, heal and process their thoughts and feelings in a safe, welcoming, and encouraging environment. At my core, I am a relational therapist that will bring in a Strength-Based approach and incorporate mindfulness into sessions as well. It is important for me to meet my clients where they are, and collaborate with them so they get the most out of their time in therapy.

Major life transitions like new jobs, new relationships, or significant losses, can require more from you than you could ever imagine. Many of us have come to a point where we can benefit from additional professional support. As a first-generation Latinx, I know first-hand the unique strength and resilience it takes to navigate life changes in an ever-evolving world. My years of training and real-life experience in developing resilience have led me to be passionate and committed to helping others find their resilience within.

You deserve to feel good in your body. You deserve relationships that contribute to your well-being- not detract from it. You deserve to enjoy healthy expressions of your sexuality. But due to societal pressures and less-than-helpful toxic norms and legacies, these are areas where many people struggle. As a sex-positive, anti-racist, queer & trans-knowledgeable therapist, I’m here to provide non-judgemental support. In therapy, you’ll learn gentle tools to help you love and accept your body, manage your stress, elevate your mood, and improve your relationships.

Our name “Dando Luz” literally translates to “give light,” and can also be interpreted to mean “to give birth.” This encapsulates how we would like to support you. What do you want to "give birth" to or bring into existence? Do you want to bring more light in the form of insight, self-awareness and clarity into your life? What areas of your life would you like to illuminate? What would you like to uncover and nurture in your life? These are big questions to answer. The process of therapy can help identify what this may look like for you.

If you’re feeling like you don’t belong, then you’ve nearly found yourself. Our society keeps us fragmented from ourselves. Our days are overfilled but somehow we’re left empty; we’re constantly socializing, yet we feel lonely. We are starving for acceptance and connection, for someone to listen and understand. Maybe you feel out of place and overwhelmed. Maybe you’re standing alone against the insurmountable and need a safe place to rest. Or maybe you can’t find your guiding light and the world feels dark. If you’re having these experiences, I want to be there with you, to connect with you.

Taking the first step towards therapy is a courageous response to the overwhelming pressure of daily life. I want to acknowledge the strength it takes to seek support when you feel burdened by unrealistic expectations or the weight of suppressed emotions. My approach is compassionate and warm, dedicated to guiding clients on their journey of healing and growth. Whether you're looking to build confidence, explore self-love, or find inner peace, know that you have a safe space with me to face and explore life's challenges.

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.

Who needs therapy? We all do! We can all benefit from an hour a week dedicated to introspection & increased self-acceptance in a warm, nonjudgmental environment where we feel safe & supported. You may be struggling with depression, anxiety, or hopelessness over a loss of control over your life in an increasingly scary & isolating world. Maybe you're feeling stuck in old, unproductive patterns and need encouragement, accountability & motivation to create the life you truly want. Whatever brings you to therapy, my goal is to support your growth, healing and fulfillment. I work with single, partnered & "ever-single" adults 18+.