About

Have you experienced challenges that leave you feeling frustrated and even stuck? Are you constantly feeling discouraged, disconnected from those close to you and find it challenging to move forward in life? We may think that we need to figure out how to deal with all these feelings on our own all the time but the truth is you don't have to.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping females who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and the impact of trauma. I am also an Art Therapist which allows me to utilize creative ways to help individuals express their thoughts and feelings when the words are not always available. I am EMDR trained, another modality that helps the brains capacity to process and heal those troubling memories that continue to impact your mind.

I believe in providing quality care, a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals who have made the decision to invest in their emotional well being. It is possible to live a fulfilling life, one that brings you joy and the ability to address those challenges in a more positive way. Let me help you get there.

Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Not Sole Proprietor

Organization Name: The Guidance Center

Gender

Female

Therapy Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Coaching
  • Multicultural Issues
  • Parenting
  • Postpartum
  • Pregnancy/Childbirth
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma And PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Orientation

  • Attachment-based
  • Eye Movement Desensitization And Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Trauma Focused

Modality

  • Couples

Years in Practice

8 years

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Faith

  • Christian

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 106H00000X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Marriage & Family Therapist

Credentials

  • Master of Arts (MA)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
  • Registered Art Therapist (AT-R)

Licenses

Name License Number State
LMFT 111591 Verify CA
Marriage & Family Therapist 87434 Verify CA

Practice Locations

1301 Pine Ave

Long Beach, CA 90813

Phone Number: (562) 595-1159

Fax Number: (562) 597-5307

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