Child Therapists in Long Beach, CA
games, art, play) to help children feel comfortable in session so they re able to express difficult emotions, learn to cope with recent life stressors and process their trauma history.
Hi! As a parent, it can be heartbreaking seeing your child live through these difficult times or any other traumatic event and no longer seem like the person you once knew. They shut down or get angry without reason. They have difficulties sleeping or seem anxious. Especially during the COVID pandemic, they may be spending all day in their room. Even though you try your best to figure out what's going on and support your child, nothing seems to help. As a result, you and your child might feel lost and alone. Therapy can teach new skills to help your family through this difficult time and become even more resilient.
games, art, play) to help children feel comfortable in session so they re able to express difficult emotions, learn to cope with recent life stressors and process their trauma history.
Hi! As a parent, it can be heartbreaking seeing your child live through these difficult times or any other traumatic event and no longer seem like the person you once knew. They shut down or get angry without reason. They have difficulties sleeping or seem anxious. Especially during the COVID pandemic, they may be spending all day in their room. Even though you try your best to figure out what's going on and support your child, nothing seems to help. As a result, you and your child might feel lost and alone. Therapy can teach new skills to help your family through this difficult time and become even more resilient.
Together we can work to help equip your child with the necessary tools to help them face and overcome their challenges.
Whether your child is struggling with Anxiety, ADD/ADHD symptoms, Anger Management, Self-Harm, Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive behaviors, Trouble in school, Experienced abuse or neglect, Life transitions such as parent’s divorce, Difficulty adjusting to a new environment, Loss of a loved one, Behavioral problems at school or home, Lack of social skills and interactions, Illegal drug use, Emotional or psychological problems, it is important that you know they don’t have to be alone in this journey.
Together we can work to help equip your child with the necessary tools to help them face and overcome their challenges.
Whether your child is struggling with Anxiety, ADD/ADHD symptoms, Anger Management, Self-Harm, Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive behaviors, Trouble in school, Experienced abuse or neglect, Life transitions such as parent’s divorce, Difficulty adjusting to a new environment, Loss of a loved one, Behavioral problems at school or home, Lack of social skills and interactions, Illegal drug use, Emotional or psychological problems, it is important that you know they don’t have to be alone in this journey.
S & S Psychological Consultants
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PsyD
Not Verified Not Verified
Long Beach, CA 90807 (Online Only)
Although my experience is broad, I currently specialize in child / adolescent therapy.
I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment to my clients. For therapy to be effective it is important to find a therapist who is the right fit for you. As a participant in the treatment process we work together to develop treatment goals that fit your unique needs.
Although my experience is broad, I currently specialize in child / adolescent therapy.
I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment to my clients. For therapy to be effective it is important to find a therapist who is the right fit for you. As a participant in the treatment process we work together to develop treatment goals that fit your unique needs.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
Hola! I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, passionate about providing individualized treatment to those seeking assistance in understanding themselves during difficult times. At our first meeting we will discuss your reasons for seeking assistance and begin to build a therapeutic relationship that feels supportive to you. I like to create an environment where my clients have the freedom to express themselves. You will be asked to identify some goals that we will work on together during the therapy. Then we will identify the steps that need to be taken to get you where you want to go.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
Hola! I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, passionate about providing individualized treatment to those seeking assistance in understanding themselves during difficult times. At our first meeting we will discuss your reasons for seeking assistance and begin to build a therapeutic relationship that feels supportive to you. I like to create an environment where my clients have the freedom to express themselves. You will be asked to identify some goals that we will work on together during the therapy. Then we will identify the steps that need to be taken to get you where you want to go.
Michael Hass
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LEP, LPCC, MFT
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90803
I work primarily with children, adolescents, and families and provide individual or family therapy as well as psychoeducational evaluations for children who are struggling in school.
My goal is to help children, adolescents, and families function more successfully in school and life. My approach is both collaborative and strength-focused. I have over 35 years of experience as a school psychologist and psychotherapist, and I hold licenses in California as an educational psychologist, marriage and family therapist, and professional clinical counselor. I provide psychotherapy, psychoeducational evaluations, and consultation to parents regarding special education.
I work primarily with children, adolescents, and families and provide individual or family therapy as well as psychoeducational evaluations for children who are struggling in school.
My goal is to help children, adolescents, and families function more successfully in school and life. My approach is both collaborative and strength-focused. I have over 35 years of experience as a school psychologist and psychotherapist, and I hold licenses in California as an educational psychologist, marriage and family therapist, and professional clinical counselor. I provide psychotherapy, psychoeducational evaluations, and consultation to parents regarding special education.
Virginia Beas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90815 (Online Only)
I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, adjustment, relationships, family/personal crises.
Seeking a safe space to share your thoughts without judgment? Trying to figure out how to adjust or what step to take next? Perhaps you are having thoughts and emotions that are getting in the way of your relationships or your job? I can support you in improving yourself, your relationships, or achieving another personal goal. I am a bilingual (English & Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience in helping individuals and families better their relationships by improving their communication and conflict resolution skills.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, adjustment, relationships, family/personal crises.
Seeking a safe space to share your thoughts without judgment? Trying to figure out how to adjust or what step to take next? Perhaps you are having thoughts and emotions that are getting in the way of your relationships or your job? I can support you in improving yourself, your relationships, or achieving another personal goal. I am a bilingual (English & Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience in helping individuals and families better their relationships by improving their communication and conflict resolution skills.
Specialties: Child Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Generational trauma , Grief and loss, Coping skills and adjustment issues.
Welcome, I am glad you are here! Life can be difficult to navigate at times, but you don’t have to do it alone. Congratulations on taking the first step toward your mental health wellness. My name is Stephanie Pinto, I am a first-generation Latina immigrant. I am passionate about helping Latinx and BIPOC communities reach their full potential. As a bilingual therapist, I offer in-person and telehealth sessions in both English and Spanish. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma-related issues, grief, and identity formation.
Specialties: Child Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Generational trauma , Grief and loss, Coping skills and adjustment issues.
Welcome, I am glad you are here! Life can be difficult to navigate at times, but you don’t have to do it alone. Congratulations on taking the first step toward your mental health wellness. My name is Stephanie Pinto, I am a first-generation Latina immigrant. I am passionate about helping Latinx and BIPOC communities reach their full potential. As a bilingual therapist, I offer in-person and telehealth sessions in both English and Spanish. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma-related issues, grief, and identity formation.
If you need help for a child, teen, adult, or couple all are welcome.
Are you going through tough times and need someone you can trust to talk with? Are you looking for a non-judgmental confidential setting to explore struggles with a caring psychotherapist? You have found the right company. As the president of Waves of Peace Counseling services I have over 20 years experience. Our professional therapists also have many years experience conducting therapy and have seen great results. Together we can explore challenges you are struggling with and can work with you on developing solutions in a practical and empathetic fashion. The goal is to help make these challenges smoother and easier to cope with.
If you need help for a child, teen, adult, or couple all are welcome.
Are you going through tough times and need someone you can trust to talk with? Are you looking for a non-judgmental confidential setting to explore struggles with a caring psychotherapist? You have found the right company. As the president of Waves of Peace Counseling services I have over 20 years experience. Our professional therapists also have many years experience conducting therapy and have seen great results. Together we can explore challenges you are struggling with and can work with you on developing solutions in a practical and empathetic fashion. The goal is to help make these challenges smoother and easier to cope with.
Brittlin Fagundes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90804
For children, I engage them in play therapy to help them develop coping strategies for daily challenges.
Are you seeking support with relationship challenges or emotional struggles? I'm Brittlin Fagundes, AMFT, a therapist specializing in individual and couples counseling as well as helping children with depression and anxiety. My approach focuses on managing difficult emotions and improving communication within relationships.
For children, I engage them in play therapy to help them develop coping strategies for daily challenges.
Are you seeking support with relationship challenges or emotional struggles? I'm Brittlin Fagundes, AMFT, a therapist specializing in individual and couples counseling as well as helping children with depression and anxiety. My approach focuses on managing difficult emotions and improving communication within relationships.
Maria Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90815 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Maria, a bi-lingual therapist whose primary focus is working with children, parents, caregivers, and families as a whole. As the parent of a little one, I understand and truly believe it is important to have a place to be able to open up and explore what it means to be part of a family. As so, I understand searching for the right parenting style can sometimes become overwhelming. In my space, we will work together to learn how to support and navigate family life, which often encompasses trauma, depression, and anxiety. I believe that building in these areas can help strengthen and secure our attachment with others.
Hi, I’m Maria, a bi-lingual therapist whose primary focus is working with children, parents, caregivers, and families as a whole. As the parent of a little one, I understand and truly believe it is important to have a place to be able to open up and explore what it means to be part of a family. As so, I understand searching for the right parenting style can sometimes become overwhelming. In my space, we will work together to learn how to support and navigate family life, which often encompasses trauma, depression, and anxiety. I believe that building in these areas can help strengthen and secure our attachment with others.
I am well versed in numerous modalities, among them; Individual therapy to address possible lifestyle changes, your relationship issues and goals. Couples therapy to address interpersonal and intrapersonal conflict Child psychotherapy ,(play therapy and dyadic therapy) from 0 to 5 years old through specialized training. Family therapy to increase effective communication within family dynamics. Crisis management as past occupational experience includes drug treatment and law enforcement crisis situations. Mental health consultant in educational settings, and occasional speaker in mental health related topics. I am fully bilingual
I am well versed in numerous modalities, among them; Individual therapy to address possible lifestyle changes, your relationship issues and goals. Couples therapy to address interpersonal and intrapersonal conflict Child psychotherapy ,(play therapy and dyadic therapy) from 0 to 5 years old through specialized training. Family therapy to increase effective communication within family dynamics. Crisis management as past occupational experience includes drug treatment and law enforcement crisis situations. Mental health consultant in educational settings, and occasional speaker in mental health related topics. I am fully bilingual
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90814
Reach out, and let's collaborate to support you or your child's well-being today!.
Are you looking to find support for yourself or your child but don't know where to start? Struggling with overwhelm and shutting down instead of feeling productive and joyful? I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem. I'm here to provide effective and compassionate support that goes beyond listening and decreasing superficial symptoms. I tailor my approach to everyone's unique needs, using evidence-based modalities including EMDR, CBT, play therapy, and expressive arts.
Reach out, and let's collaborate to support you or your child's well-being today!.
Are you looking to find support for yourself or your child but don't know where to start? Struggling with overwhelm and shutting down instead of feeling productive and joyful? I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem. I'm here to provide effective and compassionate support that goes beyond listening and decreasing superficial symptoms. I tailor my approach to everyone's unique needs, using evidence-based modalities including EMDR, CBT, play therapy, and expressive arts.
I've been working with parents to find solutions to common behavioral problems. I work from an evidenced based, positive parenting approach. I also work with children with difficulties related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, tantrums, defiance, coping skills, & other problematic behavior.
I've been working with parents to find solutions to common behavioral problems. I work from an evidenced based, positive parenting approach. I also work with children with difficulties related to ADHD, anxiety, depression, tantrums, defiance, coping skills, & other problematic behavior.
Dawn-Marie Luna
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90806
It’s that time of year again when the seasons change instead of warmth we get cold air. Our bones begin to tell us stories that bring up feelings of distress. We will work together to unravel the residue from the past. My work focuses on guiding families, which include the individuals, and children alike into becoming more emotionally aware and knowledgeable of their feelings and emotions. I incorporate various modalities of therapeutic activities. Complex trauma is one of my specialties and working with children 0-8 years and their families related to issues of grief, behaviour in school and teaching how to interact w/peers.
It’s that time of year again when the seasons change instead of warmth we get cold air. Our bones begin to tell us stories that bring up feelings of distress. We will work together to unravel the residue from the past. My work focuses on guiding families, which include the individuals, and children alike into becoming more emotionally aware and knowledgeable of their feelings and emotions. I incorporate various modalities of therapeutic activities. Complex trauma is one of my specialties and working with children 0-8 years and their families related to issues of grief, behaviour in school and teaching how to interact w/peers.
Community Clinic for Counseling & Educational Serv
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90840
The Clinic offers individual, couples and youth counseling Services. Services are provided to address any of the following concerns: self-esteem, depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship concerns, assertiveness etc.. Youth Counseling provides children with the skills to help them cope with problems that inhibit their learning, social interactions and emotional well-being. The child's counselor concentrates on areas such as emotional resiliency, assertiveness, self-esteem building, listening, communication, and motivation.
The Clinic offers individual, couples and youth counseling Services. Services are provided to address any of the following concerns: self-esteem, depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship concerns, assertiveness etc.. Youth Counseling provides children with the skills to help them cope with problems that inhibit their learning, social interactions and emotional well-being. The child's counselor concentrates on areas such as emotional resiliency, assertiveness, self-esteem building, listening, communication, and motivation.
Irasema Sandoval
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90807 (Online Only)
Specializing in: Children & adolescents issues, parent/ child relationships, parenting, building and re-building relationships, work/life balance, work related stress, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, interpersonal/relationship issues, school/life balance, family issues, singles issues, phase of life problems and communication skills.
Feeling stuck? At a crossroads? Let’s identify the underlying concerns that derailed you from living in your purpose. You will feel heard, supported and self empowered to follow your own purpose.
Specializing in: Children & adolescents issues, parent/ child relationships, parenting, building and re-building relationships, work/life balance, work related stress, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, interpersonal/relationship issues, school/life balance, family issues, singles issues, phase of life problems and communication skills.
Feeling stuck? At a crossroads? Let’s identify the underlying concerns that derailed you from living in your purpose. You will feel heard, supported and self empowered to follow your own purpose.
Mewsic Moves
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, NMT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90802 (Online Only)
I am a passionate and family focused therapist with an extensive portrait of experience working with children and families faced with the daily challenges of developmental disabilities.
Do you have a child that has special needs and looking for a program that focuses on their ability rather than their disability? Then you have taken the right step in finding a therapist that can both benefit your child and your family. I am a music therapist and a marriage and family therapist with over 18 years of experience supporting families of children with special needs as well as client with mental health conditions.
I am a passionate and family focused therapist with an extensive portrait of experience working with children and families faced with the daily challenges of developmental disabilities.
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As a parent, there is nothing that you wouldn't do for your child and their success. However, sometimes the day to day stress and demands of everyday life impact our relationships in a negative way. I have over 15 years experience working directly with children, adolescents, and families struggling with a variety of issues.
As a parent, there is nothing that you wouldn't do for your child and their success. However, sometimes the day to day stress and demands of everyday life impact our relationships in a negative way. I have over 15 years experience working directly with children, adolescents, and families struggling with a variety of issues.
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Verified Verified
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Understanding your child's struggles with emotions, social situations, or defiance can be challenging.
Are you tired of seeing your child struggle to express their emotions, often resorting to tantrums or aggression? Do you feel helpless when your child withdraws or shows anxiety in new or social situations? Are you exhausted from the constant battles over following rules or instructions at home or in school? Imagine a shift where these challenges transform into opportunities for growth and understanding. Envision a scenario where your child learns to communicate effectively and embraces their emotions healthily.
Understanding your child's struggles with emotions, social situations, or defiance can be challenging.
Are you tired of seeing your child struggle to express their emotions, often resorting to tantrums or aggression? Do you feel helpless when your child withdraws or shows anxiety in new or social situations? Are you exhausted from the constant battles over following rules or instructions at home or in school? Imagine a shift where these challenges transform into opportunities for growth and understanding. Envision a scenario where your child learns to communicate effectively and embraces their emotions healthily.
I can work with children, teens and adults, either alone or in family groups, to help heal relationships and bring peace to families.
You, your partner or your children may be struggling with your relationships. If you need help at home, in the community, at school or work, you can reach out. Solutions designed to work with your situation are available. Together we can talk about what is happening with you and find the key for the happiness you and your loved ones want. Whether you need help individually, with your family, or with your child, I am happy to speak with you personally to help you decide how to get the help you're looking for. Call for your free consultation.
I can work with children, teens and adults, either alone or in family groups, to help heal relationships and bring peace to families.
You, your partner or your children may be struggling with your relationships. If you need help at home, in the community, at school or work, you can reach out. Solutions designed to work with your situation are available. Together we can talk about what is happening with you and find the key for the happiness you and your loved ones want. Whether you need help individually, with your family, or with your child, I am happy to speak with you personally to help you decide how to get the help you're looking for. Call for your free consultation.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Long Beach, CA provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Long Beach build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Long Beach build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.