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Top therapists in Long Beach, CA accepting new patients

Long Beach residents deserve accessible mental health care. Headway serves the Belmont Shore, Alamitos, and Bixby Knolls communities with 8,644 providers trained in talk therapy and medication management. Start with a free consultation and find your fit today.

Suzanne Walsh

Suzanne Walsh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Long Beach, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a background in fine art and over 20 years of experience working closely with creatives. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and personal growth. I believe therapy is a space for self-discovery, healing, and meaningful change.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lauren Godlove

Lauren Godlove

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.3 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I strive to lead with curiosity, compassion and openness, guiding and supporting you through the terrain of your own unique path in a way that honors all parts of you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maureen McGlynn

Maureen McGlynn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.3 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in working with professionals who are burned out, questioning their path, or feeling alone in leadership.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Porsha Dodson

Dr. Porsha Dodson

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“Treatment focus is client centered and inclusive of cultural considerations as we navigate Cognitive Behavioral techniques...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Carlos Gonzalez

Carlos Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I focus on creating a down-to-earth, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can slow things down, talk honestly about what's going on, and start making sense of what's been feeling heavy or stuck.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Petra Sierra

Petra Sierra

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where every client feels heard, respected, and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Divya Tilva

Divya Tilva

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I provide supportive, nonjudgmental, and motivating environment where your voice is genuinely heard.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Fumie Yoshikawa

Fumie Yoshikawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented. I focus on helping clients understand the deeper patterns behind their emotions and relationships while building practical tools for everyday life.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Logan Vournas

Logan Vournas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I provide a space of safety and acceptance for clients to explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences with support of compassion and honesty.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Carrie McElwee

Carrie McElwee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I believe in meeting my clients where they are and creating a safe space help them feel empowered, as positive change occurs judgement-free and unapologetic.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Cristina Dawes

Cristina Dawes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.8 mi away • San Pedro, CA


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Physical health issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marla Holt

Marla Holt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I believe therapeutic processes work best when the client and therapist collaborate together based on the client's life experiences and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Allen

Jennifer Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away • Long Beach, CA


I love mental health. I love listening to people and diving into the challenges my clients face on a daily basis. I am humbled with the invitation to join your journey, and help you learn how to help yourself. We all have the tools to undertake the obstacles that we encounter; sometimes we need someone to help us take a step back to find a different perspective. I appreciate the bravery and courage that it takes for each of my clients to let me into their lives and become vulnerable with me.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Heather Jensen

Dr. Heather Jensen

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and steady. I integrate evidence‐based modalities with a grounded therapeutic presence, creating a space where clients can explore openly, build insight, and move toward greater clarity and resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Hannah Greenbaum

Hannah Greenbaum

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“My style is warm, curious, and direct, with an emphasis on helping clients better understand themselves and build a life that feels meaningful and manageable.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heidi DE Leon

Heidi DE Leon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.2 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“With 18 years of experience in addiction treatment, I have seen firsthand the resilience people discover when given the right support.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Randall Cox

Randall Cox

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and supported while working together to identify strengths, build effective coping strategies, and foster meaningful, lasting change.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Roy Allan Elevazo

Roy Allan Elevazo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • Lakewood, CA


“Roy builds relationships with clients that can make an impact in improving quality of life, achieving goals, and improving stability for mental health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mj Buck

Mj Buck

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.2 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“I'm an LCSW with 12+ years of experience supporting adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, identity, and life transitions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Allan Sadac

Allan Sadac

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Los Alamitos, CA


“From our work, I hope you leave every session with more clarity and direction about the changes you can influence and bring you closer to the life you are wanting.”
Cultural & ethnic issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Harden

Courtney Harden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.6 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“As a therapist you can expect that I will meet you where you are. I will walk alongside you on this journey of wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Matt Lehman

Matt Lehman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.6 mi away • Lakewood, CA


“I help you understand your feelings and develop practical tools to manage stress and emotional challenges.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charlene Azonwu

Charlene Azonwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Gardena, CA


“Calm, empathetic, Listening to patients and providing the best quality care including the use of medication management.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Chirag Bharati

Chirag Bharati

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Cerritos, CA


“An integrative therapy approach that encompasses all aspects of your individual experience is a great starting point.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Harvey

Patricia Harvey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I'm often described as warm, personable, and easy to talk to, and I sometimes use gentle humor to help create comfort and connection in our sessions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Beth Schuh

Beth Schuh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I use my innate curiosity and non-judgmental attitude to understand how life has shaped my clients and to work with them to find ways of unlearning/healing the habits that no longer work for them.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juli Agajanian

Juli Agajanian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8 mi away • Los Alamitos, CA


“I am easy to talk to and will use some humor in therapy, but I am also an active part of the therapy session.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amaka Anyaoha

Amaka Anyaoha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Gardena, CA


“My style is warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on building trust and creating a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to participate actively in their care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Erin Sumner

Erin Sumner

Therapist

In-person • 3.2 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“I treat adults, specializing in relationships, trauma, stress, workplace conflict, anxiety, sexual abuse/assault, family dynamics, divorce, life changes, & personal crises.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Physical health issues
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jamie Gelbart

Jamie Gelbart

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.3 mi away • Torrance, CA


“Jamie incorporates all aspects of mental health and wellness into therapy including mindfulness based practices, healthy life choices, exercise, athletics, spirituality, and nutrition.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Derek Hoxby

Derek Hoxby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I use Somatic Experiencing—a gentle yet effective approach for trauma and PTSD—helping the body and mind find balance and relief.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Patricia Rayas-Tabares

Patricia Rayas-Tabares

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I work with you, within a relationship that is built on trust, empathy, guidance, competence, honest communication, and interventions designed for your individual needs.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sheila Kelly

Sheila Kelly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I believe the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is an essential healing component of therapy and provides the foundation from which growth and self-healing occurs.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Josh Batista

Josh Batista

Therapist

In-person • 12 mi away • Redondo Beach, CA


How do you possibly pick from all of the therapists out there? How far down the path do you have to go before you know if it's a fit? The answer is to do a free consultation. It'll cost you nothing be 30 minutes to chat. If I'm not the right fit, I'll help you figure it out.

Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Johnson

Michelle Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“My approach is attachment-focused and trauma-informed, drawing on EMDR, somatic therapy to help clients not just talk about their struggles, but truly feel different in their relationships and daily lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kimmy Hunkle

Kimmy Hunkle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I don't believe therapy should consist of spending years talking in circles while your life stays the same.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jennifer Moen

Jennifer Moen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I use EMDR, Narrative Therapy, and trauma-responsive interventions in a direct and grounded way to facilitate meaningful, sustainable change.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Erin Beldner-Martinez

Erin Beldner-Martinez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I'm a licensed therapist who believes therapy works best when clients feel safe, understood and are met with compassion.”
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raegan Hesse

Raegan Hesse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Redondo Beach, CA


“I empower my clients through a compassionate approach to healing, and I believe that real change starts with self-reflection and self-compassion.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Virginia Green

Dr. Virginia Green

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Lawndale, CA


“Your first session will be an opportunity to share what is keeping you up at night with a kind, irreverent, loving and generous human.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Long Beach, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Long Beach, CA
There are over 78 therapists in Long Beach, CA accepting new patients.
78+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 94%Anxiety
  • 90%Depression
  • 77%Relationship issues
  • 71%Stress management
  • 67%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 73%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 69%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%Cigna
  • 45%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 95%English
  • 14%Spanish
  • 3%Hindi
  • 3%Korean
  • 1%American Sign Language
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 24%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 53%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 21%Nurse Practitioner
  • 14%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Long Beach

Searching for therapists in Long Beach starts with knowing what kind of support you want. People often look for therapy for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare Long Beach therapists, look for someone whose listed specialties, training, and approach match your needs. A therapist’s bio can help you understand whether they use approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.

Long Beach offers a range of therapy options across neighborhoods like Belmont Shore, Alamitos, Bixby Knolls, and nearby areas. A therapist in Long Beach, CA may offer in-person sessions, virtual appointments, or both. Your search can also account for appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation before you book. Reading profiles closely can help you learn how a therapist structures sessions, communicates, and supports people with concerns like yours.

Therapy in Long Beach, CA can be a significant cost without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make care easier to plan for. Headway helps you search for therapists who take your insurance, view estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and schedule directly with therapists who are accepting new patients. You can browse therapists Long Beach residents can access, review bios, and book when you’re ready.

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