Through appointments with a compassionate, qualified therapist, you can improve your mental and emotional well-being, so that you can live a more fulfilling and satisfying life. A therapists client centered approach and intensive training equips them to provide care, support, and treatment for patients, whether they are going through a difficult time or simply want to enhance their overall well-being. You can also receive quality care from other healthcare providers such as a social worker, professional clinical counselor, or therapist who offers somatic work.

There are a variety of therapists in Lynwood, CA, that can offer you specialized care, whether you are having self esteem issues, are struggling to focus in the workplace, or need help with stress management. Therapists can help you manage, prevent, and treat symptoms that are hindering your everyday life. They are also diagnosed to diagnose and treat patients for medical conditions if there are ongoing problems. Specialized therapists have to obtain a degree to prepare them to be counselors in certain fields. These credentials show the commitment and training therapists went through, equipping them to offer knowledgable and compassionate care for clients. If someone receives a Master of Arts as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MA LMT), their credentials show clients they they offer specialized services in this area.

If you’re looking for a therapist, Lynwood, CA, has a number of options both in person and online. Online therapists can make it easier to maintain therapy appointments when you can’t manage to attend in person sessions. This is especially helpful if you have a busy schedule or want to speak to a therapist in the city while residing somewhere like Orange County. Online therapy allows you to prioritize and achieve your mental health goals, even when life gets busy.

Here are some therapists in Lynwood, CA, that offer online services. If you’re ready to approach therapy with a trained professional, you may want to consider some of the options below. They can offer quality, specialized care, whether you’re trying to combat self esteem issues, suspect you need treatment for a medical condition, or want to enhance your health and happiness.

Psychologist Joseph Ryan providing different types of therapy in Lynwood

Joseph Ryan

Clinician
License Type(s): Master of Science, Family and Child Counseling
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementDepression
19 years offering treatment

Thank you for being here and taking this big step toward your lifelong happiness. I am Joe Ryan, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been serving people for nearly two decades. If you want someone to walk with you through the forest of life, I am a good companion. Life is filled with challenges, uphill struggles, and crossroads where difficult choices must be made. When your path ahead is perilous and uncertain. we will walk forward together with courage to explore your world. I will listen with empathy and give you my all, so that you can discover where you are now, where you have come from, and where you ultimately wish to go. I believe that at some point down the road, you will find yourself unburdened in a way you never imagined possible. When that beautiful day comes, I will be there to applaud you for all you have done for yourself and for our world. As for my counseling experience, individuals, couples and families have trusted me with their most difficult challenges for the past two decades. Often people seek out help when they are going through a crisis and working through this challenge is the first order of business. I have worked successfully with people experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, marriage, relationship and parenting issues, grief and loss, domestic abuse, substance and alcohol addiction, OCD, as well as personal growth and adjustment issues. I also have extensive experience with anger management issues, multicultural concerns and personality disorders. In my work with you, as appropriate I will use the most successful psychological modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Solution-Focused Therapy. I also utilize solution-focused therapy, meaning that in addition to working on solving your personal dilemmas, you will gain insight in how to deal with complex issues in your future. My Educational Credentials include: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with California Board of Behavioral Sciences since 2003 Four advanced degrees in Psychotherapy, Educational Psychology, Writing and Literature Extensive training in Self-Psychology, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Anger Management, Narrative Therapy and Family Systems University and college professor for 35 years who has been a therapist for many, including students facing academic, career, and life adjustment issues. I believe in creating a space where we can have difficult conversations, work on resolving issues and collaborate on treatment plans that are tailored to your personal needs and experiences. It takes a lot of courage and motivation to reach out for additional support. I am here for you and thank you for trusting me with your utmost personal dilemmas. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Dr. John Mansdorfer providing different types of therapy in Lynwood

Dr. John Mansdorfer

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes
28 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 28 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, bipolar disorder, & depression. 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Cindy Claflin providing different types of therapy in Lynwood

Cindy Claflin

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigue
5 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 5 years of professional work experience and 3 years as a biblical counselor. I enjoy helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, bipolar disorder, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Arielle Manganiello providing different types of therapy in Lynwood

Arielle Manganiello

Clinician
License Type(s): MS,MA,LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment

I am a licensed professional counselor licensed in the state of Pennsylvania. I have experience with family and couples therapy. I have worked with many different age populations including parents, couples, adolescents, and children, for example. I have worked with clients bringing a wide range of concerns to the table including relational and intimate issues, depression, anxiety, addiction, self-esteem, parenting problems, career change and life transitions, among others. My therapeutic style is warm and interactive and tailored to your needs at the time. I am trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment, Mindfulness, and Eco-systemic structural family therapy. I also draw on Positive Psychology and the Jungian Approach. With my many hats, my plan is to utilize a unique approach, drawing on my experience and expertise, that works and fits best for you. Through our work together, in therapy, I am committed to helping and supporting you to make the changes you want to see in your life. Collaboratively, the essence of our work includes making meaning of your experiences and relationships and the thoughts and feelings that accompany them. My goal is that through our work, struggles and patterns will become illuminated, and by identifying these areas change becomes possible. Together, we can identify the areas that you wish to improve in your life and come up with a plan together on how to address them. Our work together will adapt as your life changes and progress occurs. We are in this therapeutic dance together. It takes a lot of bravery to show up to do the work in therapy. You should be proud of yourself for wanting to take this step. I look forward to working with you in this space.

Psychologist Mario Herrera providing different types of therapy in Lynwood

Mario Herrera

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
11 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Sharmie Silva providing different types of therapy in Lynwood

Sharmie Silva

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 20 years of professional work experience, primarily as a school social worker and school counselor working with teens and their families. I’m excited to also branch out and provide therapy to young adults, adults and couples. I have experience working with a variety of issues; from grief & loss, PTSD, ADHD, depression and anxiety to family conflicts, blended families, separation/divorce and co-parenting, as well as with issues impacting self-esteem, and confidence. I’m excited to work with clients to create an open and safe environment toward better self-expression, understanding & growth!

Psychologist Ta'Nita Swearingen-Brooks providing different types of therapy in Lynwood

Ta'Nita Swearingen-Brooks

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Juanita Equils providing different types of therapy in Lynwood

Juanita Equils

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
15 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Denise Hernandez providing different types of therapy in Lynwood

Denise Hernandez

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteem
4 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, & self esteem. I also have experience working with confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Christine Tippett providing different types of therapy in Lynwood

Christine Tippett

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefDepression
40 years offering treatment

I am licensed in California with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with grief, & coping with loss. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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What types of therapists are available to clients in Lynwood?

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Lynwood that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Lynwood available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Lynwood therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Lynwood therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Lynwood region and in the state of California.

How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?

Therapists in Lynwood can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Lynwood may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Lynwood offering online therapy or in person?

Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.

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