Female Therapists in Seal Beach, CA
"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
Christina Michelle Zandi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
Let's begin a new journey on a path that YOU choose. Whether you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, or searching for deeper insight and personal growth, I seek to help you become the best version of yourself. I focus on building your self-awareness and insight because I believe that we have to intimately know ourselves in order to implement change successfully. Growth is not easy, immediate or painless, but it is well worth it as you begin to move closer to your most authentic, fulfilling life.
Let's begin a new journey on a path that YOU choose. Whether you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, or searching for deeper insight and personal growth, I seek to help you become the best version of yourself. I focus on building your self-awareness and insight because I believe that we have to intimately know ourselves in order to implement change successfully. Growth is not easy, immediate or painless, but it is well worth it as you begin to move closer to your most authentic, fulfilling 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.
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.
Nathalie Maggio
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and stuck? Everyday life is hard to manage? You know something has to change but you're not sure where to begin? Have you experienced trauma or painful moments that seem hard to control and let go? At this point you've probably noticed challenges in your relationships and work or school. It may be hard to see but there is a life in which you wake up feeling good and excited about what you can do compared to dreading what you have to do. Working through these challenging times can be the key to creating the life you want. I'm here to help you find calm, focus, and control in your life again.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and stuck? Everyday life is hard to manage? You know something has to change but you're not sure where to begin? Have you experienced trauma or painful moments that seem hard to control and let go? At this point you've probably noticed challenges in your relationships and work or school. It may be hard to see but there is a life in which you wake up feeling good and excited about what you can do compared to dreading what you have to do. Working through these challenging times can be the key to creating the life you want. I'm here to help you find calm, focus, and control in your life again.
Heidi Pena
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
I am currently welcoming new clients. My telehealth services are accessible to individuals located anywhere in California. Accepting As a therapist, I believe that everyone is in control of their own healing journey. I am here to provide guidance and support as we navigate through the challenges and fears that life may bring, including grief, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and body image concerns. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can freely express themselves and feel heard.
I am currently welcoming new clients. My telehealth services are accessible to individuals located anywhere in California. Accepting As a therapist, I believe that everyone is in control of their own healing journey. I am here to provide guidance and support as we navigate through the challenges and fears that life may bring, including grief, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and body image concerns. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can freely express themselves and feel heard.
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.
My style is warm, down-to-earth, and creative. I try to do my best to provide a welcoming and safe environment for my patients to express themselves. I have a passion for working with patients who are seeking a meaningful life and see value in deepening their self-awareness. I take an integrative approach to treating patients, recognizing the individual needs of each person.
My style is warm, down-to-earth, and creative. I try to do my best to provide a welcoming and safe environment for my patients to express themselves. I have a passion for working with patients who are seeking a meaningful life and see value in deepening their self-awareness. I take an integrative approach to treating patients, recognizing the individual needs of each person.
Lori Mattingly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
Do you struggle to open up with others? To feel emotions deeply? To understand others? I welcome you into a space to bravely uncover and acknowledge your hardest moments in life, to be curious, to re-process those times, and to find freedom and empowerment in redefining yourself, your life and your future.
Do you struggle to open up with others? To feel emotions deeply? To understand others? I welcome you into a space to bravely uncover and acknowledge your hardest moments in life, to be curious, to re-process those times, and to find freedom and empowerment in redefining yourself, your life and your future.
Allison Zeen - Anxiety, Eating Disorders, OCD
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
If you're struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, or OCD, I'm here to offer practical tools to help you regain control and improve your life. I aim to create a safe space, where you can openly discuss your challenges without fear of judgment. Together, we'll work on reducing anxiety, managing obsessions and compulsions, and making peace with food and your body. My goal is to provide you with the support and understanding to build resilience and healthier relationships with yourself and others.
If you're struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, or OCD, I'm here to offer practical tools to help you regain control and improve your life. I aim to create a safe space, where you can openly discuss your challenges without fear of judgment. Together, we'll work on reducing anxiety, managing obsessions and compulsions, and making peace with food and your body. My goal is to provide you with the support and understanding to build resilience and healthier relationships with yourself and others.
Jamie Foster
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
Do you find yourself asking why you do or feel things a certain way when you get stressed? Are there times where you feel like you are surviving instead of thriving? Life is challenging, and can feel overwhelming when we can't access tools and skills that can help us face our ups and downs. Together, we can build the skills to empower yourself to navigate life with courage. You deserve to learn, heal, and grow in a space that is built for you and your goals - that is what I aim to do!
Do you find yourself asking why you do or feel things a certain way when you get stressed? Are there times where you feel like you are surviving instead of thriving? Life is challenging, and can feel overwhelming when we can't access tools and skills that can help us face our ups and downs. Together, we can build the skills to empower yourself to navigate life with courage. You deserve to learn, heal, and grow in a space that is built for you and your goals - that is what I aim to do!
Vitoria Cottiss
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
Although we live in an age of endless connectivity, many of us struggle with building and maintaining genuine interpersonal bonds. If you’re currently feeling overwhelmed trying to navigate new stages in your life, friendships or partnership, I would be honored to support you. During our time together, we will explore the past to better understand the beliefs we have in the present. We will work together to build self-awareness and attain more meaningful connections with others and ourselves.
Although we live in an age of endless connectivity, many of us struggle with building and maintaining genuine interpersonal bonds. If you’re currently feeling overwhelmed trying to navigate new stages in your life, friendships or partnership, I would be honored to support you. During our time together, we will explore the past to better understand the beliefs we have in the present. We will work together to build self-awareness and attain more meaningful connections with others and ourselves.
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My name is Dr. Deginesh Worku or Dr. Dee. I’m a licensed mental health therapist with over 28 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I work with people dealing with anxiety, depression, communication problems, trauma and life transitions ( e.g., adoption, immigration, divorce, loss, etc.) which can all cause overwhelming feelings leaving you unbalanced. I also specialize in cross-cultural / multicultural dynamics understanding the impact culture has on the way we navigate and process behaviors. I hope to create a supportive and safe environment to help you move towards your desired goals.
My name is Dr. Deginesh Worku or Dr. Dee. I’m a licensed mental health therapist with over 28 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I work with people dealing with anxiety, depression, communication problems, trauma and life transitions ( e.g., adoption, immigration, divorce, loss, etc.) which can all cause overwhelming feelings leaving you unbalanced. I also specialize in cross-cultural / multicultural dynamics understanding the impact culture has on the way we navigate and process behaviors. I hope to create a supportive and safe environment to help you move towards your desired goals.
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.
Hello! I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, such as OCD, Major Depression, Social Anxiety, and Panic. Life stressors and mental health concerns can be tough, but you don't have to go at it alone. I offer a nonjudgmental, collaborative, solution-focused environment to help you overcome obstacles, decrease emotional distress, and improve your life. Expect to feel heard, gain insight, and learn the skills you need to thrive. Feel welcome to reach out and explore if working with me feels like a good fit. I accept Lyra insurance only.
Hello! I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, such as OCD, Major Depression, Social Anxiety, and Panic. Life stressors and mental health concerns can be tough, but you don't have to go at it alone. I offer a nonjudgmental, collaborative, solution-focused environment to help you overcome obstacles, decrease emotional distress, and improve your life. Expect to feel heard, gain insight, and learn the skills you need to thrive. Feel welcome to reach out and explore if working with me feels like a good fit. I accept Lyra insurance only.
Karen Conklin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Morgan Sheldon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
My clients are often those who want to understand their ADHD or autism better, who have been dehumanized by treatment professionals in the past, who are frustrated by vague therapy answers, who fear they are "too much" or "too different". Overall, those who want to find the beauty in the darkness rather than denying the darkness, and who want to sit crooked and talk straight. I have particular passion for serving those with complex body relationships due to trauma, gender dysphoria, body image disturbance, disability, and systemic oppression.
My clients are often those who want to understand their ADHD or autism better, who have been dehumanized by treatment professionals in the past, who are frustrated by vague therapy answers, who fear they are "too much" or "too different". Overall, those who want to find the beauty in the darkness rather than denying the darkness, and who want to sit crooked and talk straight. I have particular passion for serving those with complex body relationships due to trauma, gender dysphoria, body image disturbance, disability, and systemic oppression.
In a frequently emotion-phobic world that is increasingly productivity-driven, often pushes "more is better" messaging and encourages endless striving, letting ourselves be human can be hard. Whether your current challenges are related to an acute stressor or tied to early attachment wounds, we all have the capacity to navigate hardships, heal, and emerge stronger, more resilient, and empowered in our lives. I enjoy working individually with adults and older adults on issues related to grief, loss, life-transitions, interpersonal stress, parenting, people pleasing, chronic illness, and more.
In a frequently emotion-phobic world that is increasingly productivity-driven, often pushes "more is better" messaging and encourages endless striving, letting ourselves be human can be hard. Whether your current challenges are related to an acute stressor or tied to early attachment wounds, we all have the capacity to navigate hardships, heal, and emerge stronger, more resilient, and empowered in our lives. I enjoy working individually with adults and older adults on issues related to grief, loss, life-transitions, interpersonal stress, parenting, people pleasing, chronic illness, and more.
There is no one approach to psychotherapy that is right for everyone. As your therapist, I will take a highly individualized approach to the work that we do by starting with a comprehensive approach to understanding your unique circumstances and goals. My work is always guided by the principles of a psychodynamic approach, is informed by a wide range of psychoanalytic theories and is grounded in the wisdom of somatic experiencing.
There is no one approach to psychotherapy that is right for everyone. As your therapist, I will take a highly individualized approach to the work that we do by starting with a comprehensive approach to understanding your unique circumstances and goals. My work is always guided by the principles of a psychodynamic approach, is informed by a wide range of psychoanalytic theories and is grounded in the wisdom of somatic experiencing.
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.
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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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.