Female Therapists in Los Alamitos, CA
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Simone Elliott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Whatever you have been through, or are going through, you have a right to find peace, enjoy your relationships, and create a life you love. Making changes can be a difficult process, with obstacles like depression, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, lack of support, or difficulty communicating. Whether you are an adult who feels lost or stuck, a young person struggling to find your way, or a parent desperate to find help for your child, I am here to help you explore solutions and get back on track. My role is to be your mirror, guide, and anchor, as we clarify your goals and navigate your path toward them together.
Whatever you have been through, or are going through, you have a right to find peace, enjoy your relationships, and create a life you love. Making changes can be a difficult process, with obstacles like depression, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, lack of support, or difficulty communicating. Whether you are an adult who feels lost or stuck, a young person struggling to find your way, or a parent desperate to find help for your child, I am here to help you explore solutions and get back on track. My role is to be your mirror, guide, and anchor, as we clarify your goals and navigate your path toward them together.
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Therapy is designed to promote total health by addressing your spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical needs. The relationship between a client and therapist can be as healing as the therapy techniques provided during the session.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 11 years of experience working at the outpatient, day treatment, and residential levels of care and have 5 years of experience working with the Long Beach Unified School District. I have also specialized in treating eating disorders for the last 4 years. I have experience working with eating disorders, depression and anxiety, trauma/abuse, personality disorders, family and relationship issues.
Therapy is designed to promote total health by addressing your spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical needs. The relationship between a client and therapist can be as healing as the therapy techniques provided during the session.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 11 years of experience working at the outpatient, day treatment, and residential levels of care and have 5 years of experience working with the Long Beach Unified School District. I have also specialized in treating eating disorders for the last 4 years. I have experience working with eating disorders, depression and anxiety, trauma/abuse, personality disorders, family and relationship issues.
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Currently accepting new clients as of August 1, 2022. Growth is a process. In our struggle to grow and reach our full potential we come to places where we need help. Today you are taking the first step towards hope through self awareness. It takes strength to be vulnerable and open to change. I believe that all people possess the tools to better their lives and I have been honored with the privilege to accompany others in their journey to discover their individual abilities. I look forward to working with you, where together we can locate a new place of hope and self awareness.
Currently accepting new clients as of August 1, 2022. Growth is a process. In our struggle to grow and reach our full potential we come to places where we need help. Today you are taking the first step towards hope through self awareness. It takes strength to be vulnerable and open to change. I believe that all people possess the tools to better their lives and I have been honored with the privilege to accompany others in their journey to discover their individual abilities. I look forward to working with you, where together we can locate a new place of hope and self awareness.
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Audrey Malone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
I work with individuals, couples, families and children/teens to find the ROOT of what is causing the body to respond with anxiety, depression and/or dysregulation. Together, we will unlock your full potential, guide you back towards rediscovering yourself and a purposeful existence. My goal is to help you feel calm and a sense of relief by reducing your symptoms as quickly as possible and I will tailor your treatment so we can achieve your goals and meet your specific needs.
I work with individuals, couples, families and children/teens to find the ROOT of what is causing the body to respond with anxiety, depression and/or dysregulation. Together, we will unlock your full potential, guide you back towards rediscovering yourself and a purposeful existence. My goal is to help you feel calm and a sense of relief by reducing your symptoms as quickly as possible and I will tailor your treatment so we can achieve your goals and meet your specific needs.
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Molly Vasa Bertolucci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Hi, I'm Molly. I'm a maternal mental health therapist and the founder of Poppy Therapy, where I help new moms and moms who want to find meaning and courage in all of the big transitions, emotions, and decisions that come with motherhood. If you had a traumatic birth, are recovering from a NICU stay, have a child with food allergies, or finding yourself facing depression and anxiety, this is probably NOT what you expected. I’m here to help you find confidence, calm, and connection in motherhood so you can BLOOM. I am in-network with Aetna insurance.
Hi, I'm Molly. I'm a maternal mental health therapist and the founder of Poppy Therapy, where I help new moms and moms who want to find meaning and courage in all of the big transitions, emotions, and decisions that come with motherhood. If you had a traumatic birth, are recovering from a NICU stay, have a child with food allergies, or finding yourself facing depression and anxiety, this is probably NOT what you expected. I’m here to help you find confidence, calm, and connection in motherhood so you can BLOOM. I am in-network with Aetna insurance.
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Kate O'Shaughnessy Nulty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Healing cannot occur in isolation and as your therapist I will support and guide you on your path. I am a Holistic Psychotherapist in private practice for over 20 years. I was classically trained in psychoanalytic psychotherapy but my style has evolved over the years to be more humanistic and includes various treatment modalities including Somatic Experiencing.I have a special affinity for working with adults who have survived childhood trauma including sexual abuse, physical abuse and developmental trauma. My practice also focuses on Somatic Couples Therapy and Medicine Integration.
Healing cannot occur in isolation and as your therapist I will support and guide you on your path. I am a Holistic Psychotherapist in private practice for over 20 years. I was classically trained in psychoanalytic psychotherapy but my style has evolved over the years to be more humanistic and includes various treatment modalities including Somatic Experiencing.I have a special affinity for working with adults who have survived childhood trauma including sexual abuse, physical abuse and developmental trauma. My practice also focuses on Somatic Couples Therapy and Medicine Integration.
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Irene Su
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Hello, I'm Irene. Navigating life's intricate layers of complexity can be challenging. However, prioritizing our mental well-being can pave the way for a smoother journey, fostering resilience and overall wellness. Attaining happiness begins with finding inner harmony. Drawing from my background and training, I believe in a person-centered approach to mental health, where individuals are empowered to untangle the knots of their lives. Through therapy, I strive to help people confront and overcome trauma, navigate life transitions, and address challenges. Reach out and that moment of change is already happening.
Hello, I'm Irene. Navigating life's intricate layers of complexity can be challenging. However, prioritizing our mental well-being can pave the way for a smoother journey, fostering resilience and overall wellness. Attaining happiness begins with finding inner harmony. Drawing from my background and training, I believe in a person-centered approach to mental health, where individuals are empowered to untangle the knots of their lives. Through therapy, I strive to help people confront and overcome trauma, navigate life transitions, and address challenges. Reach out and that moment of change is already happening.
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Hi, I'm Terra. I am a psychotherapist located in Los Alamitos, CA. I have over 15 years of experience working with children, parents and families of various backgrounds. Many clients have partnered with me to address concerns about family life and all that it entails. I know that finding a therapist can be hard, and I offer a free 15 min phone consultation so that you can ask me questions and decide whether or not I would be a good fit. We will work collaboratively to address your concerns and to meet your goals. I am dedicated to creating a safe place for you and your family to heal and grow, and look forward to hearing from you.
Hi, I'm Terra. I am a psychotherapist located in Los Alamitos, CA. I have over 15 years of experience working with children, parents and families of various backgrounds. Many clients have partnered with me to address concerns about family life and all that it entails. I know that finding a therapist can be hard, and I offer a free 15 min phone consultation so that you can ask me questions and decide whether or not I would be a good fit. We will work collaboratively to address your concerns and to meet your goals. I am dedicated to creating a safe place for you and your family to heal and grow, and look forward to hearing from you.
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Shannon Fiorica
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (Online Only)
Imagine what it would feel like to not worry about your life, kids, relationships, or job. You believe a more fulfilling life exists, but accessing it is challenging. What should you do first when everything feels overwhelming? Have you considered reaching out to a counselor but want to ensure you find someone who can connect with you, your spouse, or your kid? I can help you and your family members identify goals and tools to get you and them where you want to be.
Imagine what it would feel like to not worry about your life, kids, relationships, or job. You believe a more fulfilling life exists, but accessing it is challenging. What should you do first when everything feels overwhelming? Have you considered reaching out to a counselor but want to ensure you find someone who can connect with you, your spouse, or your kid? I can help you and your family members identify goals and tools to get you and them where you want to be.
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I See you, I Hear you, I'm With you. Those are the words everyone wants to hear at some point in their lives! At Talk Therapy with Tiffany, I can assure you that I want to hear your story and get to know you as you are. I won't try to change you, or judge you or criticize you. I am here to listen and help you navigate through life's challenges with optimism and hope.
I See you, I Hear you, I'm With you. Those are the words everyone wants to hear at some point in their lives! At Talk Therapy with Tiffany, I can assure you that I want to hear your story and get to know you as you are. I won't try to change you, or judge you or criticize you. I am here to listen and help you navigate through life's challenges with optimism and hope.
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Monica Reade-San Jose
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (Online Only)
Everyone processes life experiences in many different ways. I help clients uncover, explore and process self-limiting beliefs that impact well-being. I focus on building on a client's strengths and supporting them in uncovering new ways of fostering personal growth and wellness. I have 21+ yrs of experience working with adults, couples, children, adolescents and families with issues ranging from anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, chronic illness, phase of life transitions, sports performance, relationship issues, parenting, foster/adoption, high risk/severely emotionally disturbed children/adolescent's.
Everyone processes life experiences in many different ways. I help clients uncover, explore and process self-limiting beliefs that impact well-being. I focus on building on a client's strengths and supporting them in uncovering new ways of fostering personal growth and wellness. I have 21+ yrs of experience working with adults, couples, children, adolescents and families with issues ranging from anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, chronic illness, phase of life transitions, sports performance, relationship issues, parenting, foster/adoption, high risk/severely emotionally disturbed children/adolescent's.
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Hello, I’m glad you’re here. Whatever is happening in your life now, you were not meant to go through it alone. Some experiences in life evoke difficult emotions and create changes that are surprising and linger longer than expected. They may impact the quality of relationships with yourself and others, productivity, enjoyment in life, faith or overall happiness. Most of my clients have sought therapy during times like these. I am passionate about meeting you right where you are and holding a safe space where your story may be heard and processed.
Hello, I’m glad you’re here. Whatever is happening in your life now, you were not meant to go through it alone. Some experiences in life evoke difficult emotions and create changes that are surprising and linger longer than expected. They may impact the quality of relationships with yourself and others, productivity, enjoyment in life, faith or overall happiness. Most of my clients have sought therapy during times like these. I am passionate about meeting you right where you are and holding a safe space where your story may be heard and processed.
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Bao Chau Nguyen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing grief, a recent life transition, or life crisis? Are you having unresolved conflicts? Through therapy you can process through your emotions, gain greater self-awareness, recognize your resilience, and find inner freedom from your attachment(s). Until our emotions settle, our perception of ourselves, others and life can seem to be distorted or color-blinded. I believe that the core of healing is reconciliation between the different relationship conflicts within ourselves and others. I am here to provide a safe environment to process your struggles, and to help you find your own coping skills to manage your life.
Are you experiencing grief, a recent life transition, or life crisis? Are you having unresolved conflicts? Through therapy you can process through your emotions, gain greater self-awareness, recognize your resilience, and find inner freedom from your attachment(s). Until our emotions settle, our perception of ourselves, others and life can seem to be distorted or color-blinded. I believe that the core of healing is reconciliation between the different relationship conflicts within ourselves and others. I am here to provide a safe environment to process your struggles, and to help you find your own coping skills to manage your life.
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I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in children, adolescents, individuals, and families. I have been licensed for 14 years. I just celebrated my 17 year wedding anniversary. I have an 11 year old and a 14 year old. Mood disorders, ADHD, addiction and autism run in our families. I went to UCLA undergrad and graduated Magna Cum Laude. I went to CIIS in San Francisco to get my Masters in Counseling Psychology. I believe in meeting people where they are at, building on their strengths and working collaboratively. I continue to work on myself, learn new skills and I look forward to working with you.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in children, adolescents, individuals, and families. I have been licensed for 14 years. I just celebrated my 17 year wedding anniversary. I have an 11 year old and a 14 year old. Mood disorders, ADHD, addiction and autism run in our families. I went to UCLA undergrad and graduated Magna Cum Laude. I went to CIIS in San Francisco to get my Masters in Counseling Psychology. I believe in meeting people where they are at, building on their strengths and working collaboratively. I continue to work on myself, learn new skills and I look forward to working with you.
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We all have hardship and emotional distress. In such times, it can be difficult to go through it alone. Facing these challenges with someone who guides and supports in a thoughtful way, can help to find deeper understanding. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process. Once a safe environment is provided, people find strength to realize their possibilities and discover their own solutions. One of the important goals of therapy is to activate your capacity for healing from within.
We all have hardship and emotional distress. In such times, it can be difficult to go through it alone. Facing these challenges with someone who guides and supports in a thoughtful way, can help to find deeper understanding. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process. Once a safe environment is provided, people find strength to realize their possibilities and discover their own solutions. One of the important goals of therapy is to activate your capacity for healing from within.
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If you're here, you've taken the first huge step towards getting the support and care that you are seeking. Whatever is bringing you to seek therapy, you are now on your way to finding ways to cope and alleviate your stress or discomfort. We'll work together in a safe, supportive space to discover the root of your challenges and explore coping skills and techniques that will help you feel prepared to handle your current situation. My goal is to also empower you to feel independent and confident if or when difficult times come your way.
If you're here, you've taken the first huge step towards getting the support and care that you are seeking. Whatever is bringing you to seek therapy, you are now on your way to finding ways to cope and alleviate your stress or discomfort. We'll work together in a safe, supportive space to discover the root of your challenges and explore coping skills and techniques that will help you feel prepared to handle your current situation. My goal is to also empower you to feel independent and confident if or when difficult times come your way.
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Stephanie Segovia
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (Online Only)
I have a deep appreciation for the therapeutic relationship and value the invitation I am given to be an intimate part of your growth. I work comfortably with individuals who feel hesitant to start therapy and with those who are eager to begin. In our work together, you can expect to be met with compassion, encouragement, accountability, empathy, and collaboration. I specialize in working with people grappling with low self-esteem, negative body image, a difficult relationship with food, and emotion regulation.
I have a deep appreciation for the therapeutic relationship and value the invitation I am given to be an intimate part of your growth. I work comfortably with individuals who feel hesitant to start therapy and with those who are eager to begin. In our work together, you can expect to be met with compassion, encouragement, accountability, empathy, and collaboration. I specialize in working with people grappling with low self-esteem, negative body image, a difficult relationship with food, and emotion regulation.
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Angela Perez Bell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (Online Only)
I'm a therapist that will utilize Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing-E.M.D.R., Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy while pulling from a Psychodynamic modality with a Christian faith-based foundation to achieve your desired goals. I will come alongside you in your journey, assisting you in figuring out what issues have got you stuck. I will challenge you to dig deep and explore your past, present or future fears. Together we will identify your negative beliefs, unpack the events around these beliefs & heal from them. Allowing you to show up as a more resilient version of yourself.
I'm a therapist that will utilize Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing-E.M.D.R., Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy while pulling from a Psychodynamic modality with a Christian faith-based foundation to achieve your desired goals. I will come alongside you in your journey, assisting you in figuring out what issues have got you stuck. I will challenge you to dig deep and explore your past, present or future fears. Together we will identify your negative beliefs, unpack the events around these beliefs & heal from them. Allowing you to show up as a more resilient version of yourself.
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You always try to do the right thing and what is expected of you. You make sure that everyone in your life is okay, and you feel proud of being a caring person. But, at what cost? You now feel anxious and overwhelmed. There was a time that you could handle those feelings. Lately, the stress in your life has been taking the best of you showing up in your relationships. And more importantly, in the way you treat yourself.
You always try to do the right thing and what is expected of you. You make sure that everyone in your life is okay, and you feel proud of being a caring person. But, at what cost? You now feel anxious and overwhelmed. There was a time that you could handle those feelings. Lately, the stress in your life has been taking the best of you showing up in your relationships. And more importantly, in the way you treat yourself.
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Daphne Munoz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Welcome! You are ready to take control of your life and start your journey to healing. Perhaps you are struggling with your relationships, going through a difficult life or role transition, experiencing depression/anxiety, or feeling stuck as you navigate through some of the challenges in your life. You are not alone and therapy is the first step into living the life you deserve.
Welcome! You are ready to take control of your life and start your journey to healing. Perhaps you are struggling with your relationships, going through a difficult life or role transition, experiencing depression/anxiety, or feeling stuck as you navigate through some of the challenges in your life. You are not alone and therapy is the first step into living the life you deserve.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.