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Trauma Focused Psychodynamic Therapy for Adults and Mature Teens

 

Hello and Welcome!

I understand that finding a therapist can be extremely anxiety provoking and difficult. This is why I hope to provide my clients with a safe, supportive environment that facilitates their ability to address presenting issues or concerns. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or perhaps even a previous relational trauma- I hope to provide my clients with a non-judgmental and compassionate approach that enables the ability to make positive changes.

My Approach

I believe that there is no exact recipe or standardized treatment in therapy. Each person that comes to see me is unique and presents a different set of issues. This is why I hope to create an individualized, organic treatment plan that is tailored towards helping each person achieve their goals. As a psychodynamic therapist, my main focus is the relationship and connection I have with my clients. I believe that it is important to feel grounded and secure when processing deep rooted and painful issues.

Psychodynamic Therapy for Long-Term Holistic Healing

During our sessions together, I will be utilizing a psychodynamic framework. Psychodynamic therapy focuses on revealing the unconscious and reoccurring patterns that are preventing one from moving forward. Unlike other styles of therapy, psychodynamic is a long-term style of counseling that requires commitment. It isn’t meant for those searching for a quick fix or “bandaid” style of coping. In fact, it is more so ideal for those yearning for deep-rooted, meaningful changes and understand that true inner healing is a process. However, with this form of counseling I hope to provide my clients with long lasting, life-style changes that other styles may not offer.  

Specialties Include:

  • Adults with previous childhood trauma

  • Individuals that struggle to form secure relational attachments

  • Individuals that have undergone previous emotional, relational abuse, neglect or sexual trauma

  • Adults/Mature teens that struggle with persistent low self-esteem, self worth, and self love

  • Work stress related to nurses, doctors, counselors, or other medical professionals

  • Personal and emotional growth for inspiring artists

  • PTSD

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Grief/Loss

Now Offering In-Person as well as Telehealth/Video Sessions


Ariel Black, M.S., L.M.F.T #119825

Email: arielblackmft@gmail.com

Address: 4195 N. Viking Way Suite 220 Long Beach, CA 90808

Phone: (562) 581-9344