I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #80907 and the Clinical Director of Daybreak Counseling Center. We specialize in providing psychotherapy, counseling, and mental health services for adolescents, teens, individuals, couples, and families at my private-practice office in Long Beach. I also teach psychology at Long Beach City College. I have worked in the mental health field for over 15 years with a variety of issues and diverse populations. I first began to study psychology and philosophy at California State University, Fullerton where I earned B.A. degrees in both subjects. I completed my clinical training at Golden Gate Counseling Center and attained a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco which emphasizes a unique approach of utilizing both Eastern spirituality and Western psychology to facilitate healing and growth. I went on to achieve a second master’s degree in Philosophy from the University of Liverpool in the United Kingdom. My openness to philosophical questions and existential themes is essential to my work as a psychotherapist. I understand that reaching out and taking that first step to get help or achieve a greater knowledge of self can be the hardest part. I have faced many obstacles in my journey through life and am grateful to now be in a position to help others. I will work in collaboration with you in the safety of a confidential exchange to help you share your story, answer difficult questions, and address challenging issues. Sometimes circumstances befall us in our journey through life that can leave us feeling lost and confused. Is something holding you back in life? Is something getting you down that you feel you can’t share with anyone? Do you question why you made certain choices in life? Are you struggling in your relationships? Are you at a crossroads in life? Do you crave a better knowledge of Self? Do you seek personal and relational development? In beginning this search and inquiry for yourself, today you are one step closer to answering your questions and reaching your goals so that you can feel a stronger sense of Self-empowerment and begin to create your unique positive path of personal growth and well-being. Among my areas of expertise are · Depression and Anxiety · Grief and Loss · Relationship Issues & Family Conflicts · Navigating Life Transitions · Student & Academic Issues · Social Anxiety & Self-Esteem · Trauma, Physical & Emotional Abuse · Personal Growth & Knowledge of Self · Spirituality & Loss of Meaning · Motivation, Creativity, & Performance · Addiction and Substance Use · Chid, Adolescent, and Teen Issues · Couple Counseling Locations: My Long Beach counseling office location is conveniently located at 4182 Viking Way Suite 202 in Long Beach CA in Parkview Village close to the intersection of Bellflower Blvd. and Carson Ave. It is centrally located in between the 710, 605, 91, and 405 freeways close the surrounding cities of Cerritos, Los Alamios, Lakewook, Cypress, Seal Beach, and Bellflower. It is closely north of the 405, south of the 91, west of the 710, and just slightly east from the Carson Exit off of the 605 freeway.   Rates: $150 per 50-minute session is the standard fee. Sliding scale affordable rates are negotiable and available upon request. Call to inquire about a rate that is comfortable for you at 562-566-4257. *Session time frames are also open to negotiation as well as I understand some people prefer a longer length session. Payment I accept cash, checks, and all major credit/debit cards as forms of payment. Insurance I also accept most P.P.O. forms of insurance. Services may be covered in full or in part by your health insurance or employee benefit plan. Most frequently my clients pay out of pocket and after 8-10 sessions I generate a super-bill that lists all the dates of sessions that clients submit to their insurance companies who then reimburse them for a percentage. Please check your coverage carefully by asking the following questions: Do I have mental health insurance benefits? What is my deductible and has it been met? How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover? What is the coverage amount per therapy session? Is approval required from my primary care physician Call me today for a free telephone consultation at (562) 513-6387