You’re a hopeful Romantic at heart…
But lately, Love hasn’t felt very lovey.

Helping you heal with EMDR & Attachment-Informed Therapy in Long Beach + Online in California.

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Welcome! I'm Nicole

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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But let’s be real: relationships aren’t always soft and sweet.

Sometimes, they are messy and sooo very 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 specialize in supporting millennials navigating breakups and painful relationship patterns, process grief and relational wounds, So they can feel safe in love, rebuild confidence, and create meaningful, secure relationships

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 or self-blame.
You’re finally learning to trust your gut.
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 losing sleep, scanning every interaction for the risk of being abandoned, and constantly processing past interactions 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 feel grounded in who you are.

When something feels off, you notice it right away—and instead of doubting or second-guessing, you honor that inner voice. You know your boundaries, and you’re not afraid to speak them out loud. Conversations feel easier because you don’t shrink back or over-explain—you know your worth and you show up with confidence.

You’re managing your emotions with confidence

Instead of being swept away by anxiety, anger, or self-doubt, you know how to pause, breathe, and respond in ways that feel true to you. You don’t bottle things up or explode—you communicate clearly, and you feel proud of how you handle yourself.

You feel grounded in your body, calm in your mind, and connected to your heart. More and more, you trust that you can move through hard moments without losing yourself.

My Approach to Relationship Focused Therapy

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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

  • FREE Intro Call

    START HERE!

    No pressure, free, exploratory call to find out if I am a good fit for you and ask anything that might be wondering about before you invest. Have questions about EMDR, my style, or specialities? You so are welcome to ask!

    Free

  • EMDR Intensives

    When 50 minutes just isn’t enough.—and you want to FASTRACK your healing to work through triggers, this is the best option!

    🔹 90-minute EMDR Intensive – $375
    🔹 3-hour EMDR Intensive (with short breaks) – $750

    3 hours $750

  • 50 Minute Individual Therapy Session

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

    $200

  • 30 Minute Individual Therapy Session

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

    $100
Book your call to begin!

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes! I provide EMDR therapy in person in Long Beach and also offer online therapy across California. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful way to help you process painful memories, reduce triggers, and feel more at peace in your relationships. Whether you’re local or joining virtually, we can create a safe space for healing.

  • Absolutely. Breakups can leave you feeling heartbroken, confused, or even questioning your worth. Therapy gives you a place to process the grief, release old patterns, and rebuild your confidence. With support, you can move forward feeling stronger, more grounded, and open to love again.

  • Attachment-informed therapy helps you understand the patterns that show up in your relationships — like fear of abandonment, difficulty trusting, or pulling away when things get close. By gently exploring these attachment wounds, we can help you feel safer, more secure, and more connected in love.

  • EMDR helps your brain and body let go of the pain that feels “stuck” after a breakup, betrayal, or difficult relationship. Instead of staying caught in the same memories or fears, EMDR helps you process them in a healthy way. Many people notice they feel calmer, less triggered, and more hopeful about love after EMDR therapy.

  • It’s completely normal to feel stuck or unsure about this decision. Therapy gives you space to slow down, listen to your own needs, and find clarity. Together, we’ll explore what feels right for you — without judgment or pressure.

  • Yes, therapy can help you feel more confident, secure, and authentic in dating. If you find yourself overthinking, doubting your worth, or feeling guarded when meeting someone new, you’re not alone. Together, we can work through the anxiety so you can enjoy dating with more ease and trust in yourself.

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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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!