You're a lover at heart...
But lately, you've questioned why love feels so hard.
Breakups. Dating. Relationship Patterns.
Helping you heal, grow, and build healthier relationships.
EMDR & Attachment-Informed Therapy
Online Across California & In Person in Long Beach
Welcome! I'm NicoleYou’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.
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, betrayal, & disappointment.
As a relationship and trauma therapist, I specialize navigating breakups and painful relationship patterns, process grief and relational wounds.
So you can finally feel safe in love, rebuild confidence, and create the meaningful and secure relationship you deserve!
My Specialties
Breakups
For people whose hearts are hurting and who are trying to make sense of what happened while finding their way back to themselves.
You're struggling to stop thinking about your ex or move forward.
You feel rejected, blindsided, or stuck in grief.
You want to rebuild your confidence, self-worth, and hope for the future.
Healing Relationship Patterns & Past Relationship Trauma
For people who are tired of repeating the same painful relationship dynamics and want to create healthier, more secure connections.
You find yourself people-pleasing, overthinking, or fearing abandonment.
Past relationships continue to impact your current relationships.
You want to heal old wounds, set healthier boundaries, and feel more secure.
Dating & Building Healthy Relationships
For people who want to approach dating with more confidence, clarity, and self-trust.
You keep attracting emotionally unavailable partners.
Dating feels exhausting, anxiety-provoking, or discouraging.
You want to recognize healthy relationships and trust yourself in the process.
Imagine This…
You trust yourself.
Not because you have all the answers, but because you've learned how to listen to yourself. You no longer spend hours replaying conversations, wondering if you said the wrong thing or questioning your instincts. When something feels right, you lean in. When something feels off, you pay attention.
You feel more secure in your relationships.
You're no longer constantly searching for reassurance, fearing abandonment, or wondering where you stand with someone. You communicate openly, set boundaries with confidence, and choose relationships that feel safe, mutual, and fulfilling.
You know your worth.
You stop settling for potential and start paying attention to reality. You trust that your needs matter. You don't have to over-give, over-explain, or prove your value to be loved. You show up as yourself and trust that the right people will meet you there.
You can handle your emotions without being controlled by them.
Anxiety, sadness, anger, and disappointment still show up—because you're human—but they no longer run the show. You know how to move through difficult emotions with compassion, confidence, and self-respect.
You feel hopeful about your future.
Whether you're healing from a breakup, navigating dating, or working through old relationship wounds, you feel more grounded, more confident, and more connected to yourself. You trust that you can handle whatever comes next without losing yourself in the process.
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:
EMDR Therapy for healing relationship trauma and attachment wounds
Breakup Therapy for finding peace, clarity, and closure
Depression Therapy when emotional numbness or sadness starts to take over
IFS (Internal Family Systems) to connect with the parts of you that are hurting or protecting
Attachment Therapy to explore how your early experiences shaped the way you relate today
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 Certified EMDR Therapist
Online Breakup Therapy Across California
In-person sessions available in Long Beach, CA
Warm, honest, and real.
I'm not the therapist who simply nods and listens.
My approach is relational, collaborative, and grounded in genuine connection.
I'll help you understand the patterns showing up in your relationships, build trust in yourself, and create healthier, more secure connections with others.
Whether you're healing from a breakup, navigating dating, or working through relationship challenges, my goal is to help you feel more confident, connected, and grounded in who you are.
My Specialties
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Breakup Therapy
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EMDR Therapy
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Relationships & Dating
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Therapy for Depression
Services Offered
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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!
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Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy for adults navigating breakups, relationship challenges, anxiety, attachment wounds, trauma, and life transitions. Together, we'll help you build confidence, emotional resilience, and healthier relationships.
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EMDR Intensives
A focused, accelerated therapy experience designed to help you process trauma, relationship wounds, and stuck patterns more deeply in a condensed format. Ideal for those looking for meaningful progress without weekly therapy sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Ready to Move From Heartbreak to Hope?- Try My Freebie!
I made a 5 Day Breakup RESET — it’s free, and you’ll get tips and some important I share with my own clients, to help you get started with real healing!
Daily guidance to straight to your inbox to calm your attachment system — simple, effective practices that help you feel grounded instead of spiraling.
Short mindset shifts & journal prompts — designed to break old patterns, reduce anxious looping, and build internal safety.
Actionable steps toward secure attachment — learn what’s actually keeping you stuck, and what to do each day to feel stronger, clearer, and more confident.
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