Psychodynamic Therapists in Seal Beach, CA
I have been trained in a variety of treatment modalities, including cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, guided imagery, expressive arts, and solution focused therapy.
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.
I have been trained in a variety of treatment modalities, including cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, guided imagery, expressive arts, and solution focused therapy.
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.
Vitoria Cottiss
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
I take a thoughtful and compassionate approach, using integrative psychodynamic therapy to help you navigate relationships—whether with yourself or others.
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.
I take a thoughtful and compassionate approach, using integrative psychodynamic therapy to help you navigate relationships—whether with yourself or others.
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.
Sarah Greenspan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, APCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
My approach is a combination of CBT, IFS, Solution-Focused, Psychodynamic & Trauma Informed therapy.
I want to help you heal in a way that works for you. I’m an intuitive, hands-on therapist who will work with you to set your goals and to meet them by the end of therapy. We wil work on finding ways for you to feel relief from feelings of anxiety or depression or in exploring traumatic areas from your past. I understand the struggles people go through in relationships and how important it is to find somebody who really gets what you are going through, will help you to learn new communication skills, and guide you to feel content, gain clarity and peace of mind.
My approach is a combination of CBT, IFS, Solution-Focused, Psychodynamic & Trauma Informed therapy.
I want to help you heal in a way that works for you. I’m an intuitive, hands-on therapist who will work with you to set your goals and to meet them by the end of therapy. We wil work on finding ways for you to feel relief from feelings of anxiety or depression or in exploring traumatic areas from your past. I understand the struggles people go through in relationships and how important it is to find somebody who really gets what you are going through, will help you to learn new communication skills, and guide you to feel content, gain clarity and peace of mind.
My training and experience includes such modalities as The Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, psychodynamic, psychoanalytic and forensic assessment.
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.
My training and experience includes such modalities as The Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, psychodynamic, psychoanalytic and forensic assessment.
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.
Modalities I often use with clients include: CBT, EMDR, Talk Therapy, Solution-Focused, Psychodynamic.
Finding a therapist can be hard, but connecting well with someone is the most effective tool. Call me for free 15 minute consult to see if we're a good fit. I specialize in Postpartum & Women's Issues, EMDR for Trauma & Self-esteem, and Pre-marital Counseling using tools from the Gottman method. I like using evidence based practices and giving my client's practical tools to takeaway with them in addition to the conversational/relational part of therapy. Looking forward to chatting!
Modalities I often use with clients include: CBT, EMDR, Talk Therapy, Solution-Focused, Psychodynamic.
Finding a therapist can be hard, but connecting well with someone is the most effective tool. Call me for free 15 minute consult to see if we're a good fit. I specialize in Postpartum & Women's Issues, EMDR for Trauma & Self-esteem, and Pre-marital Counseling using tools from the Gottman method. I like using evidence based practices and giving my client's practical tools to takeaway with them in addition to the conversational/relational part of therapy. Looking forward to chatting!
Patricia Richmond
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
My treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative, Psychodynamic and Mindfulness.
It is very hard to feel safe and grounded in this uncertain world. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who uses humor and compassion when providing the support, understanding and empathy necessary to help you with your emotions . You may have experienced a sudden career transition , life change. or loss. COVID may be contributing to social anxiety. I can help you master these unwelcome emotions that prevent you from living your best life. Our goal together will be to assist you in obtaining the personal insight, strength and skills to find peace. It's spring, a time for beginnings
My treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative, Psychodynamic and Mindfulness.
It is very hard to feel safe and grounded in this uncertain world. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who uses humor and compassion when providing the support, understanding and empathy necessary to help you with your emotions . You may have experienced a sudden career transition , life change. or loss. COVID may be contributing to social anxiety. I can help you master these unwelcome emotions that prevent you from living your best life. Our goal together will be to assist you in obtaining the personal insight, strength and skills to find peace. It's spring, a time for beginnings
I have provided mental health services for a wide variety of disorders and diverse populations of children and adults for over 20 years. I am licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in multiple states. I use a holistic approaches to facilitate therapeutic change. I infuse my work with elements from evidenced-based interventions, behavioral, cognitive, experiential and psychodynamic therapies, and art therapy. My therapeutic work facilitates the individuals' desired changes using traditional and non-traditional methods, such as art therapy, EMDR, neurofeedback, mindfulness, and interpersonal process therapy.
I have provided mental health services for a wide variety of disorders and diverse populations of children and adults for over 20 years. I am licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in multiple states. I use a holistic approaches to facilitate therapeutic change. I infuse my work with elements from evidenced-based interventions, behavioral, cognitive, experiential and psychodynamic therapies, and art therapy. My therapeutic work facilitates the individuals' desired changes using traditional and non-traditional methods, such as art therapy, EMDR, neurofeedback, mindfulness, and interpersonal process therapy.
To help you meet your unique needs, I thoughtfully integrate a number of therapeutic approaches, and put to use psychodynamic and psychoanalytically informed therapy to help you reach a deeper level of understanding and meaning, such that life may be experienced at once as more down to earth and more creative.
Are you struggling? Have you given up on your dreams? I offer a safe place where we bring compassionate attention to your challenges, and help you uncover a rich source of understanding to light your way forward. Together, we help you discover for yourself your own truths, so you may pick up the tools to aid you with your distress. Your path is unique to you alone. I walk alongside you, and guide within a supportive and empathic environment to help you broaden your way forward toward more satisfying relationships and a more full experience of life.
To help you meet your unique needs, I thoughtfully integrate a number of therapeutic approaches, and put to use psychodynamic and psychoanalytically informed therapy to help you reach a deeper level of understanding and meaning, such that life may be experienced at once as more down to earth and more creative.
Are you struggling? Have you given up on your dreams? I offer a safe place where we bring compassionate attention to your challenges, and help you uncover a rich source of understanding to light your way forward. Together, we help you discover for yourself your own truths, so you may pick up the tools to aid you with your distress. Your path is unique to you alone. I walk alongside you, and guide within a supportive and empathic environment to help you broaden your way forward toward more satisfying relationships and a more full experience of life.
I work from an interpersonal, relational and psychodynamic approach.
I specialize in children, adolescents, young adults, individuals, and families. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been licensed for 15 years. I just celebrated my 18 year wedding anniversary. I have a 12 year old and a 15 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 work from an interpersonal, relational and psychodynamic approach.
I specialize in children, adolescents, young adults, individuals, and families. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been licensed for 15 years. I just celebrated my 18 year wedding anniversary. I have a 12 year old and a 15 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.
TTM Counseling and Psychotherapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
I encourage clients to express their experiences and emotions, while utilizing Psychodynamic, Attachment theory, as well as Schema Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy to fulfill treatments goals.
I am a Licensed therapist in the state of California and Clinical Director at TTM Counseling. I have earned a Bachelors degree in Psychology from California State University, Fullerton and a Masters in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family therapy from Pepperdine University. I have experience working with a wide variety of populations such as individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, suffering from personality disorders, life changes or adjustments, and substance use disorders. I specialize in working with clients who have experienced trauma in their life and am trained in EMDR.
I encourage clients to express their experiences and emotions, while utilizing Psychodynamic, Attachment theory, as well as Schema Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy to fulfill treatments goals.
I am a Licensed therapist in the state of California and Clinical Director at TTM Counseling. I have earned a Bachelors degree in Psychology from California State University, Fullerton and a Masters in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family therapy from Pepperdine University. I have experience working with a wide variety of populations such as individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, suffering from personality disorders, life changes or adjustments, and substance use disorders. I specialize in working with clients who have experienced trauma in their life and am trained in EMDR.
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.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
Life is complicated and messy, and at times can feel out of control. Whether you are in a current life crisis, want to work on past hurts and trauma, improve relationships, or better understand yourself I am here to support your journey towards healing. Together we will work to quiet the inner critic and better understand yourself through self-compassion. Therapy is an opportunity to pause and explore what big and little traumas may be impacting your ability to live fully in the present and experience peace in your mind and body. Depression, anxiety, emotional reactivity can be addressed and free us to live our best life!
Life is complicated and messy, and at times can feel out of control. Whether you are in a current life crisis, want to work on past hurts and trauma, improve relationships, or better understand yourself I am here to support your journey towards healing. Together we will work to quiet the inner critic and better understand yourself through self-compassion. Therapy is an opportunity to pause and explore what big and little traumas may be impacting your ability to live fully in the present and experience peace in your mind and body. Depression, anxiety, emotional reactivity can be addressed and free us to live our best life!
Carolyn Ozimok
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
Sometimes our life experiences lead us astray from our true nature which may cause unwanted struggles and allow false beliefs to dictate how we show up in the world. If you are experiencing difficulties in your life or problems with your relationships and want to create a healthier life that brings you peace, joy, purpose, and fulfillment, I welcome the opportunity to support you. I have great admiration for those who choose transformation. I know the strength, courage, and vulnerability it takes to live and express as your authentic self. It is not easy, but with the proper support and guidance, positive growth is possible.
Sometimes our life experiences lead us astray from our true nature which may cause unwanted struggles and allow false beliefs to dictate how we show up in the world. If you are experiencing difficulties in your life or problems with your relationships and want to create a healthier life that brings you peace, joy, purpose, and fulfillment, I welcome the opportunity to support you. I have great admiration for those who choose transformation. I know the strength, courage, and vulnerability it takes to live and express as your authentic self. It is not easy, but with the proper support and guidance, positive growth is possible.
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.
Beth Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Seal Beach, CA 90740 (Online Only)
You've been struggling too long with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, family issues, grief, or trauma. The good news is you are not alone, and there is hope! Though reaching out for help can be hard, by doing so you open yourself up to the opportunity for greater peace, connection, healing, and joy. I will bring my 30 years of experience to help you through difficult times, manage life transitions, and improve your relationship with others and with yourself. Give me a call for a free consultation.
You've been struggling too long with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, family issues, grief, or trauma. The good news is you are not alone, and there is hope! Though reaching out for help can be hard, by doing so you open yourself up to the opportunity for greater peace, connection, healing, and joy. I will bring my 30 years of experience to help you through difficult times, manage life transitions, and improve your relationship with others and with yourself. Give me a call for a free consultation.
Seal Beach Counseling is located in Old Town Seal Beach. We offer counseling and evaluation services for adults, families, children, and adolescents. Counseling is available for depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and other conditions. Evaluation services include neuropsychological and psychological testing services for Learning Disorders, ADHD, Autism, and Neurocognitive Disorders.
Seal Beach Counseling is located in Old Town Seal Beach. We offer counseling and evaluation services for adults, families, children, and adolescents. Counseling is available for depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and other conditions. Evaluation services include neuropsychological and psychological testing services for Learning Disorders, ADHD, Autism, and Neurocognitive Disorders.
Mike Valenzuela Catholic Therapist
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.
Christina Michelle Zandi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 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.
Dr. Anita Herrera-Hamilton is a board-certified NEUROpsychologist and Associate Professor at CHLA & USC Keck School of Medicine. She specializes in NEUROpsychological & psychoEDUCATional evaluations of children, adolescents & adults. Specialties include: concussion, traumatic brain injury, & medical conditions affecting brain functioning. As a psychoTHERAPIst & certified YOGA instructor, Dr. Herrera-Hamilton works exclusively with elite and Division I student-athletes, coaches, and parents, to optimize performance by targeting the central and peripheral nervous system via somatic, mindful, and talk therapy to enhance performance.
Dr. Anita Herrera-Hamilton is a board-certified NEUROpsychologist and Associate Professor at CHLA & USC Keck School of Medicine. She specializes in NEUROpsychological & psychoEDUCATional evaluations of children, adolescents & adults. Specialties include: concussion, traumatic brain injury, & medical conditions affecting brain functioning. As a psychoTHERAPIst & certified YOGA instructor, Dr. Herrera-Hamilton works exclusively with elite and Division I student-athletes, coaches, and parents, to optimize performance by targeting the central and peripheral nervous system via somatic, mindful, and talk therapy to enhance performance.
Justine Lockerby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seal Beach, CA 90740
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. I would be honored to work alongside you as you seek healing around things like life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and grief.
Welcome! I'm glad you're here. I would be honored to work alongside you as you seek healing around things like life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and grief.
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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.