Breakup & Relationship Therapy in Long Beach, CA and Online Throughout California

Attachment & IFS-Informed EMDR Therapy

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Welcome! I'm Nicole

Modern Therapy for the heartbroken, overthinkers, and deep feelers

ready to heal their relationships—from the inside out.

You’re probably here because you value love and relationships just as much as I do.

LOVE—such a beautiful feeling of connection, the depth, the magic of being seen and chosen.

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Family cooking together in a kitchen, happy.
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But let’s be real: relationships aren’t always soft and sweet.

Sometimes, they are messy and painful.

They can feel like a rollercoaster—moments of closeness followed by confusion & anxiety, hope and dreams followed by heartbreak and disappointment.

And just when things start to feel okay, a new twist hits… or maybe it’s an old wound resurfacing again.

If you’re feeling lost in the aftermath of a breakup, stuck in patterns that keep repeating, or questioning why love feels so hard—you’re not alone.

As a relationship and trauma therapist, I help people untangle the pain that comes from their relationships, find clarity, heal old wounds, and be able to feel truly connected and at ease.

Imagine This…

You feel lighter.

not because everything is fixed or perfect—but because your body isn’t carrying the weight of constant self-doubt.
You go on your morning walk without replaying conversations.
You speak honestly and don’t spend the rest of the day wondering if you are “too much.”
You move through the world with a quiet confidence that doesn’t need to be earned.

You’re not living in survival mode anymore.

You’re not scanning every room for signs of danger, every message for hidden meanings.
You sleep more deeply. You answer calls without bracing.
You choose connection, not because you have to, but because you want to.

You’re noticing the red flags early.

the way they interrupt you mid-sentence, the subtle dismissiveness when you share something vulnerable.
And this time, you don’t write it off or overfunction to make it work.
You politely end the date. You delete the contact. You go home, make yourself dinner, and feel a surprising sense of peace rather than regret.

You’re managing your emotions with confidence

maybe while walking past a place you enjoyed with your Ex or just folding laundry and being reminded that you feel alone—you don’t immediately shove down the feelings or turn to any distraction.
You pause. You exhale slowly. You sit on the edge of your bed, hand resting over your heart.
And instead of fighting the feeling, you let the tears come—quietly, gently—knowing they won’t break you.

My Approach to Relationship Focused Therapy

I imagine you are so tired of repeating the same patterns in love and life. You crave healthy stress free relationships. You probably think of yourself as pretty self-aware, but still find yourself stuck in anxiety, anger, hopelessness, shutting down, or self-blame when things get hard.

I specialize in:

This isn’t just about “talking it out.” It’s about healing what’s underneath—so you don’t have to keep managing your pain by avoiding, overthinking, or people-pleasing.

Meet Nicole

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist and EMDR Therapist

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In Person Therapy in Long Beach, CA (and virtually across California)

Warm, honest, and real.

I’m not a blank-slate therapist who nods and waits for you to figure it all out on your own.

My style is relational, intuitive, and grounded in deep respect for your values, story and your strength.

I’ll help you untangle what’s been running the show in your relationships—and show up for yourself in a way that’s compassionate, powerful, clear, and connected.

My Specialties

Services Offered

  • Schedule a Free 15 Minute Consultation Call

    START HERE!

    No pressure, free, exploratory call to find out if I am a good fit for you. Then we will Schedule your Intake Appointment

  • 50 Minute Individual Therapy Session

    First appointment and followup sessions usually occur weekly. Later can be transitioned to biweekly, or monthly (for established clients)

  • 30 Minute Individual Therapy Session

    After you’ve had your initial appointment, I offer a more affordable opportunity to get support.

  • Group Therapy

    Each Group runs for 8 weeks ($50×8=$400)

    1. Mastery of Vulnerability

    2. Breakup Support Group

    $50

You deserve connection that doesn’t cost you your peace.


If your relationships have felt like a battlefield, therapy in Long Beach with me can help you build something more honest, calm, and true to who you are.

Reach out.

1. First schedule a call with me. We will talk about what you are hoping to get out of therapy, give you space to express concerns, ask questions, and explore to see if I am a good fit to work with you.

Schedule Your Intake.

2. You can choose to schedule your first appointment with me during our call or if you decide you need some time, you can reach out by email. You will then receive a “welcome email”, with all the details you need to feel prepared for your first session.

Work Together Virtual or in Long Beach, CA.

3. We'll work together to set goals and craft a roadmap for Therapy, outlining the steps we'll take together to help you thrive and grow.

Why Work With Me

  • 12+ Years of Specialized Experience

  • Fully Present in Every Session

  • Helping you gain tools and insight you need to make changes

  • Professional, Consistent, and On Time

  • Open-Minded, and Nonjudgmental

  • Commited to continuous professional development through consultation/trainings

  • Respectful of your background, values, beliefs

  • Direct, Yet Gentle and Will Go at Your Pace

  • Keeping You Focused on Your Goals

  • Burnout-Free Care

  • Open to Your Feedback

  • No topic is off-limits or too overwhelming to share

Schedule Your Free Initial Consultation to Start Therapy in Long Beach

The purpose of the call is to answer any questions, as well as to see if I am a good fit to work with you in meeting your therapy goals. If you are feeling nervous, that is totally normal! Check out my blog to help get more info about the 1st call.

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Accepting New Clients for Therapy in Long Beach, CA!

In-Person Therapy or Virtual Therapy

Interested in working with me? Or maybe you have questions to see if I am a good fit for you? Start with a free call by scheduling through the link below. And if for some reason I am not a good fit, I would be happy to help you in your search!