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Top family therapists in Long Beach, CA

Long Beach families can find personalized support for parenting, teen relationships, and family conflict resolution on Headway. With 3,357 providers available and free intake consultations, you can connect with the right fit to strengthen your family relationships.

Dr. Jane Akponye

Dr. Jane Akponye

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and flexible, blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution‐focused strategies with creative tools like storytelling and music to make each session meaningful and personal.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marvi Panhwar

Marvi Panhwar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is trauma-informed, humanistic, and person-centered, meaning I prioritize creating a safe and empathetic space where you feel understood and supported.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Matt McGiffen

Matt McGiffen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have focused on crisis management and suicide prevention for much of my professional career, working in community and forensic settings.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lucy Marrero

Lucy Marrero

Therapist

Virtual • Westlake Village, CA


“My practice weaves together cognitive-behavioral and narrative psychologies with Afro-Caribbean/Yoruba healing traditions, supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, mixed-race folks, and those navigating chronic pain or healing from family and institutional...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erika Sanchez

Erika Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is flexible and down-to-earth, drawing from different styles depending on what works best for you.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andres Borja

Andres Borja

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a warm, grounded presence to therapy and believe that effective treatment starts with authentic connection and mutual respect.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jacklyn Saucedo

Jacklyn Saucedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that each person has an inner strength and wisdom that, when nurtured, can lead to profound transformation.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rochelle Ashton-Beasley

Rochelle Ashton-Beasley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about creating a space where clients feel truly seen and understood, and I bring both warmth and clinical structure to every session.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hector Calderon

Hector Calderon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Healing begins with feeling seen and understood, and you do not have to navigate growth, change, or uncertainty alone.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Parinaz Golozar Basiri

Parinaz Golozar Basiri

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am EMDR trained. EMDR is recognized as an effective form of treatment for trauma and other disturbing experiences by the American Psychiatric Association.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Leslie Pritchett

Leslie Pritchett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and understood.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Cecelia Lipscomb-Hammond

Dr. Cecelia Lipscomb-Hammond

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, supported, and actively involved in their care.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brandon Burkhardt

Brandon Burkhardt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal in your work with me is to improve your quality life through psychoeducation, identifying healthy coping strategies as well as an emphasis on mindfulness skills to enable you to become more self-aware.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jillian Barna

Jillian Barna

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion and respect, helping you rediscover hope, build resilience, and create meaningful progress.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Smith

Elizabeth Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“They would be looking to improve coping skills, or relationship skills or how to be more fulfilled and creative in their life.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maria Borja

Maria Borja

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a safe, respectful, and understanding space where you can explore challenges, build resilience, and move forward with hope and confidence.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ana Vazquez

Ana Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to work through your struggles and build the life you want.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Samira Soroory

Samira Soroory

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to create a safe and calm atmosphere for my clients. I put an emphasis on mindfulness and becoming insightful to your own patterns.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Naumes

Pamela Naumes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am known for a no-nonsense, to-the-heart-of-the-matter approach. This simply means I tend to be direct and have a long-practiced ability to get to the heart of a problem quickly.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Carter

Mary Carter

Therapist

Virtual • West Covina, CA


I bring 14 + years of experience providing thrrapy in both private and clinical settings. My work is grounded in a client centered strengths-based approach, rooted in unconditional, positive regard and a commitment to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where client can openly share their stories.

I identify as neurodivergent and have personally and professionally navigated ADHD. This experience allows me to bring both clinical knowledge lived understanding to my work, helping clients recognize their strengths, develop effective strategies, and move toward meaningful growth and stability.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jocelyn Martinez

Jocelyn Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi there! I’m Jocelyn, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in supporting individuals who were expected to take on adult responsibilities at a young age. Together, we'll explore the lasting impacts of family trauma, including the unique experiences that can come with growing up in immigrant families, navigating cultural expectations, mental health stigma, and breaking generational cycles of trauma.

I work with high achieving individuals that struggle with high functioning depression.

Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Trudy Farrier

Trudy Farrier

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that therapy should be a place where you feel safe, heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amy Trimble

Amy Trimble

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a systems thinker, so I am very inquisitive and I like to get a really detailed family history.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Lichtenstein

Lisa Lichtenstein

Therapist

Virtual • California


I create a warm environment to work collaboratively on achieving your objectives. I've been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 20 years. I specialize in relationships, anxiety, depression, fears/phobias, couples work, creativity, career enhancement among other goals. I have an eclectic treatment modality including psychodynamic, self-psychology, cognitive-behavioral, hypnotherapy and NLP.

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Maurine Forche

Maurine Forche

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is built on three things: listening, understanding, and paying attention to the details that others might miss.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melanie Ezechi

Melanie Ezechi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that each person is the expert of their own life. My role is to walk alongside you with empathy, curiosity, and encouragement...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Paul Fisher

Dr. Paul Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is direct, but it comes from a place of care and compassion. My calm demeanor helps clients feel at ease and promotes trust.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sally Flores

Sally Flores

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My initial approach to therapy is to learn as much as I can about the client and begin formulating a trusting relationship.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michelle Balke

Michelle Balke

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I conduct a thorough intake at the first appointment and also provide tips, techniques, and resources to support the client in feeling better...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cynthia Bradford

Cynthia Bradford

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the way we think directly impacts how we feel and behave, and together we work to identify and shift patterns that no longer serve you.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mirian Saldivar

Mirian Saldivar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that each person is the expert of their own life, and I strive to collaborate with clients to identify their goals and develop practical tools to improve their overall well-being.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Baylor Duncan

Baylor Duncan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring in both practical tools and, when it fits, creative and expressive approaches to help you make sense of what you're going through.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Thomas McKnight

Thomas McKnight

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I want to get to know you. Not just the problems you're experiencing but also to get to know who you are outside the problem.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gerreka Gilliam

Gerreka Gilliam

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is both direct and empathetic, grounded in building a strong therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful change.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Norma Lopez Magana

Norma Lopez Magana

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I support adults in calming anxiety, reconnecting with their voice, and creating healthier boundaries- so you can feel more grounded, confident, and aligned with the life you want.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Kosa

Anna Kosa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I love helping others navigate through difficult times and find strength during challenging moments.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
AnneMarie Winic

AnneMarie Winic

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring 23+ years of clinical expertise and life experience to our dynamic, where we work alongside each other to find ways to cope with what life brings our way, in a more healthy way.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kristie Bell

Kristie Bell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is collaborative, compassionate, and holistic, and I strive to create a space where clients feel genuinely seen, supported, and able to explore themselves with honesty, curiosity, and self-compassion.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebekah Williams

Rebekah Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I offer clients over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, couples, and families.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Christina Strom

Christina Strom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a client centered therapist, meaning I want to meet you where you are. Down to earth, gentle, honest, and transparent...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our family therapists located within 20 miles of Long Beach, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Long Beach, CA
There are over 32 therapists in Long Beach, CA accepting new patients.
32+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 88%Relationship issues
  • 84%Stress management
  • 81%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 78%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Cigna
  • 56%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 28%Spanish
  • 6%American Sign Language
  • 3%French
  • 3%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 84%Woman
  • 13%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 66%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 13%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Nurse Practitioner
  • 9%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Family therapy
  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 66%Couples therapy
  • 44%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in Long Beach

Finding family therapists in Long Beach starts with looking for support that fits what your family is working through. Family therapy can help with parenting conflict, adolescent struggles, blended family dynamics, and communication across generations. Family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, not only one person. As you compare Long Beach therapists, look for training or listed specialties that match your needs, such as family systems therapy, structural family therapy, parent coaching, or support for teens and young adults.

Long Beach has a range of therapy options across neighborhoods and nearby communities, so practical fit matters as much as clinical focus. Some families prefer an office that works with school, work, or caregiving schedules, while others choose virtual appointments to make it easier for more family members to attend. Session structure can also vary — some visits may include the full family, while others may include parents, siblings, or individual family members. Before booking, read therapist bios to see how each therapist describes their approach, session structure, availability, and experience with families.

Therapy in Long Beach can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for family therapy in Long Beach, review therapists who are accepting new patients, verify your insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking. You can compare bios, choose between in-person and virtual care, and book directly when you’re ready.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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