Divorce Therapists in Seal Beach, CA
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Elizabeth G. Middleton, MA, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740
My specialties include a Christian focus when working with couples who are experiencing relationship difficulties (divorce, separation, infidelity, life stage transitions); child/adolescent problems (ADHD, anxiety, depression, peer pressure, bullying and social skills); adoption, foster care and blended family issues; and individuals struggling with depression, anxiety and issues related to loss and trauma.
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
My specialties include a Christian focus when working with couples who are experiencing relationship difficulties (divorce, separation, infidelity, life stage transitions); child/adolescent problems (ADHD, anxiety, depression, peer pressure, bullying and social skills); adoption, foster care and blended family issues; and individuals struggling with depression, anxiety and issues related to loss and trauma.
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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Karen Conklin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
in Clinical Psychology, a Middle School counselor, a psychotherapist to our war veterans, an Adolescent Specialist, a Marriage psychologist and a certified Divorce Mediator.
Let Us begin to unpack all that is weighing on you. I AM HERE TO HELP YOU LIVE THE LIFE YOU WANT TO BE LIVING. LIFE TRANSITIONS, GRIEF AND LOSS, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, MARITAL DISCORD OR DISSATISFACTION, UNHAPPY, UNDER ACHIEVING OR PERFECTIONISTIC TEENAGERS ? Life happens, and there is a choice on how to react/respond to each and every stimulus. I can provide the tools to achieve a healthier, happier, higher functioning, harmonious life. I am passionate about my profession and honored to be of service.
in Clinical Psychology, a Middle School counselor, a psychotherapist to our war veterans, an Adolescent Specialist, a Marriage psychologist and a certified Divorce Mediator.
Let Us begin to unpack all that is weighing on you. I AM HERE TO HELP YOU LIVE THE LIFE YOU WANT TO BE LIVING. LIFE TRANSITIONS, GRIEF AND LOSS, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, MARITAL DISCORD OR DISSATISFACTION, UNHAPPY, UNDER ACHIEVING OR PERFECTIONISTIC TEENAGERS ? Life happens, and there is a choice on how to react/respond to each and every stimulus. I can provide the tools to achieve a healthier, happier, higher functioning, harmonious life. I am passionate about my profession and honored to be of service.
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Kate O'Shaughnessy Nulty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740
I also work with children, adolescents and families in need of healing from divorce, medical trauma such as surgeries, falls and accidents, prematurity and NICU trauma, and attachment impairment.
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.
I also work with children, adolescents and families in need of healing from divorce, medical trauma such as surgeries, falls and accidents, prematurity and NICU trauma, and attachment impairment.
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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Divorce Mediation - Fair, Equitable, affordable, peaceful, child custody and asset/debt division.
I help people regain the feeling of hopefulness. Our work in therapy can help you feel the energy, enthusiasm and optimism that was part part of your identity. With therapy you will begin to feel a sense of connection and closeness with loved ones. You are not alone. With the support I can offer, you will likely feel the joy and peace that should be part of life. Therapy will help you feel empowered, live life more fulfilling and with greater ease.
In my practice, I specialize in assisting people in overcoming feelings of sadness, loneliness and anxiety.
Divorce Mediation - Fair, Equitable, affordable, peaceful, child custody and asset/debt division.
I help people regain the feeling of hopefulness. Our work in therapy can help you feel the energy, enthusiasm and optimism that was part part of your identity. With therapy you will begin to feel a sense of connection and closeness with loved ones. You are not alone. With the support I can offer, you will likely feel the joy and peace that should be part of life. Therapy will help you feel empowered, live life more fulfilling and with greater ease.
In my practice, I specialize in assisting people in overcoming feelings of sadness, loneliness and anxiety.
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Dr. Christy Cosper
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CSAT-S, CPTT-S
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740
Do you worry your relationship is falling apart or find yourself in an unsatisfying situation? Has the initial excitement of your relationship faded, leaving you feeling disconnected? Is your sex life not what it used to be? Have you noticed red flags but not sure what do do? Whether you're facing communication problems, intimacy issues, or lingering conflicts, Do you feel you might want to end a relationship and feel guilty doing so? It's challenging to decide on whether to stay or leave a relationships. When children or finances are involved, you may find yourself feeling trapped and unsure of how to move forward.
Do you worry your relationship is falling apart or find yourself in an unsatisfying situation? Has the initial excitement of your relationship faded, leaving you feeling disconnected? Is your sex life not what it used to be? Have you noticed red flags but not sure what do do? Whether you're facing communication problems, intimacy issues, or lingering conflicts, Do you feel you might want to end a relationship and feel guilty doing so? It's challenging to decide on whether to stay or leave a relationships. When children or finances are involved, you may find yourself feeling trapped and unsure of how to move forward.
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Gabriel Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
Struggling with a relationship? Feel like you're stuck in a funk? Do you feel like you and your partner have the same arguments, and you're both getting tired of it? Maybe you are looking to bolster communication as you get ready to strengthen your commitment to each other? If you are ready to take your relationship to the next level and want to learn how to improve your communication and be happier, call me now! My name is Gabriel, "Gabe," Cohen. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT 85601) and I am here to help.
Struggling with a relationship? Feel like you're stuck in a funk? Do you feel like you and your partner have the same arguments, and you're both getting tired of it? Maybe you are looking to bolster communication as you get ready to strengthen your commitment to each other? If you are ready to take your relationship to the next level and want to learn how to improve your communication and be happier, call me now! My name is Gabriel, "Gabe," Cohen. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT 85601) and I am here to help.
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Vanessa K. Patterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
Hello and welcome! Finding the right therapist can be a challenging task and I want to acknowledge your courage for taking the first step towards creating vital change in your life. When reaching out for help, we all want to feel at ease and comfortable; working with someone free of judgement who treats us with kindness and respect. I am very easy to talk to and my aim is to assist you in obtaining a more meaningful and fulfilling life. I have been working with children, adults, teenagers, families and couples for over 10 years.
Hello and welcome! Finding the right therapist can be a challenging task and I want to acknowledge your courage for taking the first step towards creating vital change in your life. When reaching out for help, we all want to feel at ease and comfortable; working with someone free of judgement who treats us with kindness and respect. I am very easy to talk to and my aim is to assist you in obtaining a more meaningful and fulfilling life. I have been working with children, adults, teenagers, families and couples for over 10 years.
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Mary Malady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
You have taken the first step by reaching out which takes courage. Therapy is an opportunity to make yourself or your relationship a priority. This has been an exceptionally difficult couple of years. COVID has put pressure on us and on our relationships in ways no one could have imagined. My specialty is relationships, communication and trauma. Sometimes we find ourselves reacting in ways that even surprise us. You may find yourself asking, why is my reaction so strong? I feel terrible about how I handled things, again. This is not what I want for myself or the relationships that are important to me.
You have taken the first step by reaching out which takes courage. Therapy is an opportunity to make yourself or your relationship a priority. This has been an exceptionally difficult couple of years. COVID has put pressure on us and on our relationships in ways no one could have imagined. My specialty is relationships, communication and trauma. Sometimes we find ourselves reacting in ways that even surprise us. You may find yourself asking, why is my reaction so strong? I feel terrible about how I handled things, again. This is not what I want for myself or the relationships that are important to me.
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Vitoria Cottiss
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by loss, life changes, or relationship challenges, I’m here to support you. Together, we’ll gently explore your past and present to understand the beliefs and patterns shaping your life. In our warm, supportive space, we’ll work hand in hand toward healing and transformation, nurturing self-awareness, and fostering deeper, more meaningful connections with yourself and those you care about.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by loss, life changes, or relationship challenges, I’m here to support you. Together, we’ll gently explore your past and present to understand the beliefs and patterns shaping your life. In our warm, supportive space, we’ll work hand in hand toward healing and transformation, nurturing self-awareness, and fostering deeper, more meaningful connections with yourself and those you care about.
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Gene Bohlmann is a Licensed Psychologist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 years experience. He is in private practice sharing offices with Psychiatrists and other Mental Health Professionals, working with Individuals, Couples, and Families. He completed his Masters and Doctorate degrees in Psychology. He also completed a Certificate in Psychoanalytic Studies at the Newport Psychoanalytic Institute.
Gene Bohlmann is a Licensed Psychologist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 years experience. He is in private practice sharing offices with Psychiatrists and other Mental Health Professionals, working with Individuals, Couples, and Families. He completed his Masters and Doctorate degrees in Psychology. He also completed a Certificate in Psychoanalytic Studies at the Newport Psychoanalytic Institute.
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Martha Herrera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I am glad you are here. Are you feeling lost, sad, anxious or exhausted? If you are feeling overwhelmed trying to navigate life and relationships, I would be honored to support you. I take a respectful, solution focused approach giving you the space to be heard and seen free from judgement. I will provide a caring environment for you to share, explore, grow and heal by emphasizing your individual needs and choices. I appreciate how hard it is to start looking for help. My hope is to connect people to themselves and others to live a fulfilling life.
Hello and welcome! I am glad you are here. Are you feeling lost, sad, anxious or exhausted? If you are feeling overwhelmed trying to navigate life and relationships, I would be honored to support you. I take a respectful, solution focused approach giving you the space to be heard and seen free from judgement. I will provide a caring environment for you to share, explore, grow and heal by emphasizing your individual needs and choices. I appreciate how hard it is to start looking for help. My hope is to connect people to themselves and others to live a fulfilling life.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome. Life at times can create challenges that hinder our ability to live the life we would like. Do you find yourself feeling alone? Are you stuck and dealing with depression, past decisions or experiences, relationship issues or other issues that make you feel overwhelmed or impact your mental and emotional well-being? I am here and happy to help. I can provide an atmosphere that is free from judgment, support, and a safe place for us to work together.
Hello and welcome. Life at times can create challenges that hinder our ability to live the life we would like. Do you find yourself feeling alone? Are you stuck and dealing with depression, past decisions or experiences, relationship issues or other issues that make you feel overwhelmed or impact your mental and emotional well-being? I am here and happy to help. I can provide an atmosphere that is free from judgment, support, and a safe place for us to work together.
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Alexxis Nankervis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
Feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or life's twists and turns? Navigating life with a chronic illness or other layers of complexity? You don't have to do it alone! Let's work together to find ways to cope, thrive, and live fully despite these challenges. Whether you're a parent of a child struggling and trying to make sense of it all, or a teen or adult feeling overwhelmed, I'm here for you. Together, we'll untangle those knots, finding new ways to manage emotions, gain focus and control, boost self-esteem, and build healthier relationships.
Feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or life's twists and turns? Navigating life with a chronic illness or other layers of complexity? You don't have to do it alone! Let's work together to find ways to cope, thrive, and live fully despite these challenges. Whether you're a parent of a child struggling and trying to make sense of it all, or a teen or adult feeling overwhelmed, I'm here for you. Together, we'll untangle those knots, finding new ways to manage emotions, gain focus and control, boost self-esteem, and build healthier relationships.
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I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, and hold a PhD in Somatic Psychology (body psychology). This unique combination of credentials facilitates a focus on clients' cognitive process as well as mind-body health. I work with a diverse client base including women, men, couples and gender-diverse individuals on relationship and sexuality issues. My treatment specialties include: recovery of sexual health after sexual trauma, sexless marriages/relationships, compulsive sexuality (often called "addiction") and non-traditional sexual expression including fetishes and redefining monogamy.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, and hold a PhD in Somatic Psychology (body psychology). This unique combination of credentials facilitates a focus on clients' cognitive process as well as mind-body health. I work with a diverse client base including women, men, couples and gender-diverse individuals on relationship and sexuality issues. My treatment specialties include: recovery of sexual health after sexual trauma, sexless marriages/relationships, compulsive sexuality (often called "addiction") and non-traditional sexual expression including fetishes and redefining monogamy.
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Jamie Foster
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
Do you ask yourself why you do or feel things a certain way when you are stressed? Do you often feel like you are just surviving instead of living and growing? Life can be frustrating when we can't access the skills that can help us on our journey through life. The good news is, you do not have to heal alone! Together, we can build your skills so you can navigate life's challenges with courage. You deserve to heal and grow in a space that is built for you and your goals - that is what I aim to do!
Do you ask yourself why you do or feel things a certain way when you are stressed? Do you often feel like you are just surviving instead of living and growing? Life can be frustrating when we can't access the skills that can help us on our journey through life. The good news is, you do not have to heal alone! Together, we can build your skills so you can navigate life's challenges with courage. You deserve to heal and grow in a space that is built for you and your goals - that is what I aim to do!
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Hi, I'm Dr. Michelle Moran. I'm a mom and an advocate for the nurturing of relationships throughout our lifetime. My private practice is focused on supporting families/parents with children ages 0-18. My approach involves taking everything I know about attachment, mindfulness, emotional regulation, infant-parent mental health, reflective practice, child/human development, maternal mental health, trauma, and evidenced based practice to inform my work with clients. I help empower clients by providing emotional safety, guidance, and support in order to increase reflective capacities; as well as increase support systems, as needed.
Hi, I'm Dr. Michelle Moran. I'm a mom and an advocate for the nurturing of relationships throughout our lifetime. My private practice is focused on supporting families/parents with children ages 0-18. My approach involves taking everything I know about attachment, mindfulness, emotional regulation, infant-parent mental health, reflective practice, child/human development, maternal mental health, trauma, and evidenced based practice to inform my work with clients. I help empower clients by providing emotional safety, guidance, and support in order to increase reflective capacities; as well as increase support systems, as needed.
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Do you have goals of greater happiness and connection, but aren’t sure why it’s not happening? Are you feeling depressed and anxious and not sure why? Let me help you navigate the confusion! Sometimes there are faulty beliefs about ourselves and communication challenges you need help with. It’s not your fault! You may have not learned the tools yet for navigating some of the emotional challenges of life. I will provide coping skills, teach how to manage challenging emotions, and clarify your needs clearly to those around you. Through facing your pain, you will find greater peace and contentment and reduced mental health symptoms.
Do you have goals of greater happiness and connection, but aren’t sure why it’s not happening? Are you feeling depressed and anxious and not sure why? Let me help you navigate the confusion! Sometimes there are faulty beliefs about ourselves and communication challenges you need help with. It’s not your fault! You may have not learned the tools yet for navigating some of the emotional challenges of life. I will provide coping skills, teach how to manage challenging emotions, and clarify your needs clearly to those around you. Through facing your pain, you will find greater peace and contentment and reduced mental health symptoms.
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"We can not rise higher than our thoughts about ourselves." Orison
As a therapist, I assist my clients to become more accepting and compassionate about who they are. Aat the same time,in therapy, I assist my clients to face directly those issues that are creating obstacles in their lives and in their relationships. I educate and design ways to successfully integrate and integrate new skills and ways of being into their everyday lives that lead to self mastery and create a rewarding and meaningful life experience. "There is no freedom like seeing myself and not losing heart." Canhan
"We can not rise higher than our thoughts about ourselves." Orison
As a therapist, I assist my clients to become more accepting and compassionate about who they are. Aat the same time,in therapy, I assist my clients to face directly those issues that are creating obstacles in their lives and in their relationships. I educate and design ways to successfully integrate and integrate new skills and ways of being into their everyday lives that lead to self mastery and create a rewarding and meaningful life experience. "There is no freedom like seeing myself and not losing heart." Canhan
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Kimberley A Baird-Lyon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, CDAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
Are you ready to reclaim your life from the grips of addiction and embrace a future filled with hope and possibility? As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, and a fellow traveler on the road to recovery, I am dedicated to guiding individuals, couples and families towards healing and restoration. With a decade of personal recovery experience and professional training, I understand the unique challenges and triumphs that come with rebuilding life after addiction/alcoholism. My approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a deep belief in your inherent resilience and strength.
Are you ready to reclaim your life from the grips of addiction and embrace a future filled with hope and possibility? As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, and a fellow traveler on the road to recovery, I am dedicated to guiding individuals, couples and families towards healing and restoration. With a decade of personal recovery experience and professional training, I understand the unique challenges and triumphs that come with rebuilding life after addiction/alcoholism. My approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a deep belief in your inherent resilience and strength.
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As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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Divorce Therapists
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.
What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioral, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.
When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.
How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.