LGBTQ+ Therapists in West Torrance, Torrance, CA

My name is Tomekia Edwards. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (Texas and California) with over 14 years of experience. I've worked in inpatient behavioral health, mobile psychiatric assessment, and HIV case management capacities. I've also worked with service members and their families around issues related to military life. Typical concerns I address through counseling include anxiety, depression, work/school stressors, and relationship stressors. I provide services based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution Focused approaches with years of experience working with adults, children, and families.

Hi!, my name is Krissy, and I'm here to guide you on a journey towards healing, growth, and stronger relationships. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate and effective mental health services to individuals, couples, and families. Life presents us with a myriad of challenges, from navigating personal struggles to managing relationship dynamics. In these moments, seeking support can be a transformative step towards reclaiming your well-being and fostering resilience. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.

My usual clients are young adults, under 45 years age,(I do see children and elders), experiencing mood disorders such as depression, or anxiety. Substance abuse issues are frequently involved, or alcohol abuse. There are always relationship issues with others involved as well. The Goals of Therapy include feeling happier, calmer, more at peace, to reducing substance abuse and alcohol abuse. They want to learn how to improve their relationships with themselves and others.

Hello, My name is Aritcela Vega. I've been a marriage family therapist for the past 11 years. During the past 11 years, I've worked with a variety of different ages and cultures. I've also worked with a wide range of symptoms from anxiety, depression, grief and loss and trauma to name a few. My approach in therapy is working with my client to make sure they feel supported and in a safe space in therapy. My clinical experience is working with any individual that is willing to be open to therapy. I have experience working with a wide range of clients stemming from children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.

For many, the most heartbreaking part of trauma or past hurts is that love and compassion is needed the most but is often the hardest to let in. I tend to work with highly sensitive people, creatives, healers of all kinds, empaths, and spiritual seekers. I can help with anxiety, depression, negative self-talk, self-destructiveness, shame, numbness, PTSD, C-PTSD, and relationship distress. Were you abused, assaulted, neglected, or put down? Do you feel overwhelmed? Is it hard to find your voice? Feeling bad about yourself? Uncomfortable in your skin? All of this can shift. "The wound is the place where the Light enters you." -Rumi

Do you ever feel overwhelmed in the challenges you're up against? Ever feel confused about where things went wrong, and unsure how to get your life back on track? When we're stuck in the dips of life, it can be difficult to see the way out. The essence of therapy, is having a safe space to process feelings while learning to navigate the struggles. Each client offers a unique blend of beliefs, perspectives and values. I offer support, warmth and empathy. I offer a space without judgement, an opening for us to work together to find a way forward.

Currently accepting new clients for appointments next week! Annie Nardella is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 11 years of therapeutic experience. She specializes in various areas of treatment, including ADHD, trauma, depression, and anxiety, as well as family and couple therapy. As a part of the Pacific Pain & Wellness Group, her mission is to create a personalized treatment plan that will help guide you on a path towards better living and emotional relief. Call us today to construct a treatment plan aligned with meeting your current goals towards resiliency and healing.

My approach as a therapist is simple, I meet my clients where they are so we can reach their goals collaboratively. As a therapist, I work for my clients and understand that we are all different and that what works for some won't work for others. My job is to help people achieve the change/goals/ etc that they want to achieve. To accomplish that I work collaboratively with my clients to understand their goals, what contributes to their situation, and what skills/changes we need to create/uncover to create the changes they are looking for.

You may find yourself constantly doubting yourself, often asking others for their input about major life decisions. You may feel that others “have it all together” while feeling overwhelmed with your roles and responsibilities. You may worry about everyone else’s needs but feel empty when you’ve made sure everyone else is taken care of. If any of this is true for you, you’ve come to the right place. Therapy is a safe and supportive haven to remind you that YOU matter. Your desires, strengths, and needs deserve to be held and acknowledged.

Are you ready for a happier, more satisfying life? It is possible and I can help. Whether you are troubled by depression, anxiety, addictive behavior, relationship issues, or other problems, you will discover that how you feel can improve. Your path to well-being depends on your ability to feel good about yourself and I work with people to make their lives, and their relationship with themselves, easier and happier. My therapy involves releasing painful feelings while working to foster understanding of self-sabotaging behavior in order to bring more self-respect and a sense of inner peace into your life.

I focus on helping my clients connect to their inner strengths in order to help them heal, learn, and thrive in their daily lives. Whether you may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, abuse, relational difficulties, life transitions, self-esteem or identify issues - we will work collaboratively, to explore and make meaning of things that have happened as well as take time to process and be mindful what you are going through now.

You don’t have to struggle alone. Are you facing life stressors, trouble adjusting due the pandemic, relationships, grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, or other types of emotional pain and suffering? I have years of experience working with an array of issues and folks. It is important to get to know you on a unique level-understanding your needs and goals to help develop a meaningful life. You can expect a safe space to express yourself, helping to develop your authentic self courageously. We can work together to help you achieve your best life.

Hi, my name is Julie, I support individuals and couples who may struggle with trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, and stress. Your needs and struggles are unique, and as humans, we all have the resilience to heal and live a meaningful life. My job is to remind you of your strengths, explore what may be holding you back, give you tools to self-regulate, and insight into yourself. I use a gentle and straightforward approach to help you reconnect, understand your inner world, and feel more empowered in your decisions. My goal is for you to process and overcome the obstacles that pull you back in a supportive and collaborative environment.

My ideal client is someone that’s ready to delve deeper. This person may be struggling to get out of bed or may be overwhelmed by their thoughts. Perhaps these habits impact their motivation or energy levels. This person may notice that their self-doubt interferes with their goals and overall meaning in life. My specialties include depression, and anxiety. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space so that you can learn to cope with difficult feelings, and develop a sense of confidence in yourself. I have successfully worked with athletes and their performance anxiety.

Life is in Session! No matter who you are, life can take its toll! From the day to day stressors of family, business, finances, relationships, or simply navigating the course of your life in today’s cultural and social climate, it is easy to feel depleted and overwhelmed. Especially, when life hits you with the unexpected traumatic blow of loss, grief, abuse, or divorce, one can become lost in an emotional fog, completely uncertain about the future. Nevertheless, whatever you are facing in life, you do not have to go it alone.

Are you struggling with daily stressors or major life changes? Do your fears keep you from living the life you want? There comes a time when everyone needs a little help navigating many of life’s challenges. Clients who work with me might struggle with depression, anxiety, OCD, Complex Trauma, relational and attachment issues.

Are you tired of anxiety and old habits preventing you from achieving your goals? Have you been dealing with life's problems by trying harder, venting to friends and family, and avoiding stressful situations, and things never seem to get better? Are you ready for change? I’ll work collaboratively with you to tailor time-tested and evidence-based approaches to meet your specific needs. I am a cognitive behavior therapist and I specialize in the treatment of people with OCD, Panic, Insomnia, and Sport/Performance related issues. We'll work together to overcome whatever is holding you back and open up your life in meaningful ways.

Are you struggling with issues around anxiety, deep emotional pain, or trauma? Are you coping with relationship issues? Are you questioning what is the purpose of your life, your mission, and how to make choices in alignment with that on a daily basis? These areas and more can be explored in psychotherapy. I practice from a place of core solutions that are inherent within your situation already. Hope and possibilities are for you. I believe in every individual's innate ability to recover and heal, and my role is to offer guidance along the way!

If you are ready to overcome your unhealthy habits but don't quite know how to do it, I am here to help. Just by being where you are you've already come such a long way. How do I know? Because most unhealthy habits and dysfunctional behaviors cocoon themselves in shame and secrecy. But you don't have to hide anymore: I'm here to help you gain the skills, the confidence, and the power to stop this self-destruction. I helped many of my clients become unstuck and reconnect with themselves and others.