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My therapeutic practice is built on a foundation of evidence-based techniques and a holistic understanding of each individual's unique experiences. I take great pleasure in working with children, adolescents, and young adults, helping them navigate their unique challenges and developmental stages. By fostering a supportive and understanding environment, I strive to empower them to build resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and achieve their personal goals. I also specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, addressing the unique challenges they face and ensuring they feel seen and valued. By fostering a collaborative relationship, I work with clients to develop tailored treatment plans that address their specific needs and aspirations.
I am committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of those I work with, recognizing that even small steps can lead to significant progress. Whether it's helping someone navigate a difficult life transition, manage anxiety or depression, or build healthier relationships, my goal is to support and guide clients toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. The fulfillment I derive from witnessing clients' growth and transformation is the driving force behind my dedication to this profession.
APCC #16789
Long Beach , Newport Beach & Telehealth Availability
My experiences have allowed me to understand and empathize with marginalized communities. I am dedicated in creating a non-judgmental safe space, where a client can learn and develop life-long skills. To help my clients with their therapeutic journey, I tailor my approach to best fit their individual experiences.
AMFT Registration #148139, APCC #17201
Supervised by Jess Piña, ACSW #101452
Long Beach , Newport Beach & Telehealth Availability
As a therapist, I prioritize fostering a strong therapeutic connection while creating a safe environment for individuals to explore their narratives and aspirations. As a therapist who identifies as queer, I am attuned to the impact of societal structures on personal experiences. I employ a blend of empathy, humor, and collaboration to delve into the stories we encounter, emotions we often suppress, and repetitive patterns we find ourselves in.
I value incorporating clients' diverse identities and interests, such as music and media, into our sessions, empowering them to align with their authentic selves rather than societal norms
License #144031
Long Beach & Telehealth Availability
I take an integrative approach to therapy with an emphasis on a client-centered approach to build rapport and meet the needs of my clients. This allows me to utilize unconditional positive regard, not only do I provide a judgment-free space, but I strongly believe in my clients’ own ability to overcome their challenges. I specialize in working with trauma survivors, anxiety disorders, and relationship-based issues. Also, as a member of the LGBTQA+ community, I feel I have a lot to offer in the way of supporting and connecting with clients who are also a part of the community.
License ASCW #112013
Supervised by Jess Piña, ACSW #101452
Newport Beach & Telehealth Availability
In assisting clients with acceptance and authenticity, I use a self-compassion approach. To be compassionate is to treat the self with kindness in response to struggle. Many of us were not taught to be loving to ourselves during moments of suffering. Far too often, we develop a self-critical voice rather than a self-compassionate one. Instead of self-compassion, we often experience feelings of guilt and shame. I work with my clients in extending loving kindness towards the parts of themselves that carry shame.
Something that makes me unique as a therapist is that, in my own practice of authenticity, I embrace the parts of me that are considered alternative. I do not hide my tattoos, my piercings, and the other things that connect me to the darker side of myself. I have heard from many clients who also consider themselves alternative that they have struggled to find a therapist that looks like them. I love that I can provide a non-judgmental and safe space for others who feel like they are outcasts within the norms of society.
License LMFT#137235 and LPCC#14998
Newport Beach, Long Beach & Telehealth Availability
I prioritize establishing a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust and safety, creating a space where my clients can address their therapeutic goals. With an Anti-Racist and Feminist lens, I strive to understand the ways in which my client’s intersectional identities might influence their lived experiences. I utilize a trauma-informed approach by integrating a unique blend of talk therapy, EMDR, and IFS-informed interventions to help my clients foster new insights and reclaim their sense of joy and wellness.
License #116791
Supervised by Jess Piña, ACSW #101452
Newport Beach & Telehealth Availability
I work with a client's natural rhythm, strengths, and needs rather than against them. As a therapist my goal is not to fit people into “perfect person” cut outs, but to understand the goals of my clients and to help them find their intrinsic worthiness.
License #119572
Supervised by Jess Piña, ACSW #101452
Newport Beach, Long Beach & Telehealth Availability
My cultural identity and nationality as a first-generation Mexican-American as well as queer identity make me a unique therapist. Additionally, my style is less traditional & stoic than most psychotherapists which leads towards a more collaborative approach and challenging my clients.
License #101452
Newport Beach, Long Beach & Telehealth Availability
I use a therapeutic approach that integrates psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and humanistic models to best meet the needs of my clients depending on where they are at in their mental health and the issues they want to address.
My experience as a Chinese American woman and my previous career in social justice education have provided me with the knowledge of how the oppressive structure of our society contributes to people’s internal and external conflicts and the impact of current and historical trauma on our sense of self and sense of belonging.
Being in my 50s, I bring a lifetime of insight and experience to my work with clients that allow me to both relate to my clients and guide them to identify their strengths and understand how to build upon them to heal and grow as a healthy person.
License #144555
Long Beach & Telehealth Availability
I take a warm, humorous and patient approach to therapy, allowing the client to unfurl at their own pace. Building trust takes time. Above all, I honor the complexities and autonomy of human beings, outside of diagnostic categories that can feel limiting.
License #134380
Long Beach & Telehealth Availability
I utilize my empathic, caring personality to be present for my clients. We all come from different backgrounds, childhoods, and experiences and that includes me. I make it known to my clients that I am just as human as they are; that none of them are alone in their experiences or feelings.
License #135937
Supervised by Jess Piña, ACSW #101452
Newport Beach, Long Beach & Telehealth Availability
I am a Licensed Psychologist providing empathetic mental health services in both Long Beach and Newport Beach. My professional passion revolves around assisting adolescents, adults, couples, and families in navigating life's complexities and attaining heightened well-being. Specializing in evidence-based therapies, I address an array of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and parenting challenges.
My therapeutic approach is eclectic and characterized by collaboration and individualized attention. I am committed to establishing a secure and affirming environment where clients can openly explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Embracing inclusivity, I am dedicated to meeting the unique needs of every individual who walks into my therapeutic space. Whether you seek assistance for personal development, relationship matters, or mental health, I am here to support you at every stage.
Take the first step towards positive change by scheduling a consultation! I work from both offices in Long Beach, Newport Beach and also Telehealth. Together, we can work towards realizing your objectives and enhancing your overall well-being.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist #34836
Newport Beach, Long Beach & Telehealth Availability
Ensure that the therapist is licensed to practice in your state or country. Look for qualifications such as Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Associate Marriage & Family Therapist (AMFT, Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW), Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC) or Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PsyD).
Consider the therapist's specialization and experience in the area that aligns with your needs. Some therapists specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues, while others focus on specific populations, like children or LGBTQ+ individuals.
Research the therapist's therapeutic approach and philosophy. Do they use evidence-based techniques, like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, or Psychodynamic Therapy? Consider how you like to relate to people and how different therapist might work for you.
A strong therapeutic relationship is crucial. Schedule an initial consultation or phone call to assess if you feel comfortable and connected with the therapist. Trust your intuition in deciding if they are a good fit for you.
Determine the therapist's fees and whether they accept your insurance. Our Scheduling staff will always be clear about the cost of sessions before your first appointment.
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