Professional psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families, teens, and young adults. Support for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, life transitions, school and teen stress, self‑esteem concerns, and related needs.
What issues do you treat?
Our therapists work with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, life transitions, teen stress, self‑esteem, and more.
What types of therapy do you offer?
Client‑centered therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, trauma‑informed care, couples counseling, grief and transition support, teen and young adult therapy, mindfulness and insight‑based strategies. Each person is matched with the modality that aligns with their goals.
Do you work with teens and young adults?
Yes. Therapy for identity development, school stress, family issues, self‑esteem, social anxiety, and life transitions.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We use client‑centered therapy, CBT techniques, trauma‑informed care, couples counseling, grief work, teen therapy, mindfulness, and insight‑based strategies.
Can therapy help with anxiety or depression?
Yes. Our team has extensive experience reducing symptoms of anxiety, overwhelm, stress, depression, burnout, and low mood.
Do you offer couples counseling?
Yes. We support communication, conflict resolution, emotional connection, and shared goals using approaches tailored to each relationship.
Locations & Telehealth
Where are your offices located?
Long Beach: 4182 N. Viking Way, Suites 201‑203
Cerritos: 17315 Studebaker Rd. #209
Do you offer online therapy?
Yes. We provide telehealth services throughout California.
Can I switch between in‑person and telehealth?
Yes. Clients can choose the format that best fits their schedule and comfort.
Are your office hours flexible?
Both locations offer flexible scheduling, including evenings and telehealth appointments.
Insurance & Payments
Do you accept insurance?
We accept Cigna, Aetna, United Healthcare/Optum, and Health Net/MHN.
What if my insurance is out of network?
We provide superbills you can submit for reimbursement.
Should I verify my benefits?
Yes. We recommend confirming session limits, reimbursement rates, and mental health coverage with your insurer.
What questions should I ask my insurance provider?
What are my mental health benefits?
How many sessions are covered?
What is the reimbursement rate for out‑of‑network providers?
Is prior authorization required?
Scheduling & First Session
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can call either office or submit an online request form.
Long Beach: (562) 566‑4257
Cerritos: (562) 366‑1596
What happens in my first session?
Your therapist creates a confidential, calm environment, asks about your concerns, history, and goals, explains how therapy works, and begins shaping a plan. You can share at your own pace. The purpose is to reduce uncertainty, establish comfort, and set direction.
Can I choose my therapist?
Yes. You may select any therapist, and we can help you switch if the fit isn’t right.
How often are sessions scheduled?
Most clients meet weekly, though frequency varies based on goals and clinical needs.
Confidentiality & Clinical Approach
Is therapy confidential?
Yes. Sessions are confidential except in rare cases required by law (risk of harm or suspected abuse).
What is your therapeutic approach?
We use a client‑centered, holistic, collaborative model focused on your strengths, goals, and lived experience.
How can therapy help me?
Therapy strengthens coping skills, problem‑solving, emotional regulation, communication, relationship patterns, self‑esteem, and personal insight. It helps resolve the issues that led you to seek support and improves how you navigate daily life.
Do I really need therapy?
Many people seek therapy when facing stress, transitions, or patterns they want to change. Choosing therapy is a sign of awareness and responsibility. It provides long‑term tools to avoid triggers, redirect unhelpful patterns, and move through challenges more effectively.
Medication vs. psychotherapy: how do they differ?
Medication can help with symptoms, but therapy addresses underlying causes and patterns. Some clients benefit from a combined approach.
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