Seal Beach

Therapy For Adults, Teens & Couples In Hermosa Beach

  • At Coastal Therapy and Wellness, we provide therapy in Seal Beach for adults, teens, and couples navigating anxiety, relationship stress, life transitions, and more.
  • Many of our clients are doing “fine” on the outside, but internally feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected.
  • Others come in during a more difficult season, when things feel heavier or harder to manage alone.
  • Either way, therapy is a space to slow down, understand what’s going on, and start making meaningful shifts.
  • We’re here to help you move forward with clarity, support, and real tools that actually work.
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Compassionate Mental Health Care in Seal Beach

We proudly serve clients in Seal Beach and nearby communities including Los Alamitos, Long Beach, Huntington Beach and Sunset Beach.

Our office is designed to feel calm, private, and easy to settle into, so you can focus on what matters most.

Our therapists use evidence-based approaches while staying flexible to your unique needs, goals, and pace.

We offer both in-person sessions in Seal Beach and virtual therapy across California for added flexibility.

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Why Choose Coastal Therapy & Wellness in Seal Beach?

Therapy works best when it is tailored, not generic.

Our work is grounded in evidence based approaches while staying flexible to what you actually need.

Our Hermosa Beach office is conveniently located near the border of Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach, making it easily accessible from across the South Bay, including Torrance and surrounding areas.

Specialized, Thoughtful Care

Our therapists focus on specific areas they are deeply trained in and passionate about, bringing real experience and intention to the work.

Personalized, thoughtful care

No one-size-fits-all plans. Your therapy is tailored to you

Trauma-informed and inclusive

We consider your full experience, including your history, identity, and environment

Collaborative approach

We work with you, not just on you

Flexible scheduling

In-person and virtual options designed to fit your life

Our Therapy Services in Seal Beach

We offer therapy for different ages, needs, and goals, with care tailored to your specific situation.

Individual Therapy for Adults

  • Support for anxiety, depression, burnout, grief, and life transitions
  • Build emotional regulation, coping skills, and deeper self-understanding

Teen Therapy & Adolescent Counseling

  • Support for school stress, social anxiety, self-esteem, and identity development
  • Helping teens feel more confident, understood, and supported

Child Therapy

  • Support for emotional regulation, anxiety, and behavioral challenges
  • Helping children express themselves and build skills in a safe, engaging way

Couples & Relationship Therapy

  • Communication challenges, conflict resolution, and rebuilding trust
  • Strengthening emotional connection and understanding

Family Therapy

  • Improving communication, navigating conflict, and supporting healthier dynamics
  • Helping families work together more effectively

Conditions We Treat

You don’t have to have it all figured out to start.
Many people come in just knowing something feels off.

Anxiety & Panic

Ongoing worry, overthinking, and difficulty switching your mind off

Panic Attacks

Sudden waves of intense anxiety and physical symptoms

Social Anxiety

Fear of judgment, overthinking interactions, and avoidance patterns

Depression

Low mood, disconnection, lack of motivation, and feeling stuck or emotionally heavy

Trauma & PTSD

Past experiences impacting emotions, reactions, and sense of safety

Grief & Loss

Navigating loss, change, and emotional processing

Life Transitions

Periods of uncertainty, change, or feeling stuck

Relationships & Conflict

Communication issues, conflict, and emotional disconnect

ADHD, OCD & Neurodivergence

Focus struggles, intrusive thoughts, and burnout patterns

Adolescent Emotional Struggles

Support for teens navigating identity, pressure, and emotional overwhelm

Self Esteem & People Pleasing

Difficulty setting boundaries, self-doubt, and prioritizing others over yourself

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Our Therapeutic Approach

Therapy is not one size fits all.

We use a range of evidence based approaches and adapt them to fit you, not the other way around.
Our work is collaborative, feedback informed, and focused on helping you see real change, not just insight.

We draw from approaches such as CBT, mindfulness based therapy, psychodynamic therapy, solution focused therapy, and trauma informed care.

We draw from approaches such as:
CBT
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Informed Care
EMDR
IFS
Somatic Therapy
Art Therapy

Client Centered Care

You are not just given tools. We focus on understanding you as a whole person.

Evidence Based & Flexible

We use proven approaches while adapting to what actually works for you.

Structured Yet Warm Sessions

Sessions have direction and purpose, while still feeling natural and supportive.

Personalized Treatment Planning

Your goals guide the work, and we adjust as you grow and change.

Meet Your Seal Beach Therapists

Our Seal Beach therapists bring a combination of clinical expertise, real-world experience, and a genuine commitment to helping you feel understood and supported.

Each therapist has their own areas of focus, allowing us to thoughtfully match you with someone who fits your needs.

You’re not just getting a therapist. You’re getting the right therapist for you.

Christine

She, Her, Hers

Hi, I’m Christine.

With eight years of experience working with teens and adults facing trauma, PTSD, grief, gender transitions, anxiety, and depression, I take a trauma-informed approach using EMDR, CBT, Person-Centered, and Solution-Focused Therapy. My goal is to help you gain clarity, set healthy boundaries, and create a life where you feel free—mentally and emotionally. Let’s build a future where you feel confident, strong, and in control.

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Nathalie

She, Her, Hers

Hi, I’m Nathalie.

I specialize in working with high achievers, entrepreneurs, teens, and millennials navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, and major life transitions. Whether you’re feeling stuck in self-doubt, overwhelmed by expectations, or weighed down by past experiences, I help clients break free from these cycles and find balance, clarity, and resilience.

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REBECCA

She, Her, Hers

Hi, I’m Rebecca.

In our work together, we slow things down, understand what is underneath the surface, and build tools that help you feel more steady and in control.

I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges, as well as chronic illness and fertility journeys.

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What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session

STEP 01

Consultation

We connect to understand what you’re looking for and help match you with the right therapist.

STEP 02

Intake Session

Your first session focuses on your background, current challenges, and what you want to work toward.

STEP 03

Personalized Direction

Your therapist begins shaping the work around your needs, using approaches that actually fit you.

STEP 04

Check-Ins & Adjustments

We regularly assess what’s working and what’s not, and adjust the approach so you continue moving forward.

Conveniently Located in Seal Beach

Our Seal Beach office is conveniently located off the 405 freeway on Seal Beach Boulevard, making it easy to access from Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Huntington Beach, and surrounding areas.

We are just a short drive from Main Street and the Seal Beach Pier, in a calm, private setting designed to feel comfortable from the moment you walk in.

Location Features

In-Person Sessions

A calm, private, and welcoming space designed to help you feel comfortable

Parking & Accessibility

Convenient parking available nearby for a stress-free arrival

Telehealth Options

Virtual therapy available across California for added flexibility

Testimonials

Emotional Transformation

“I came in feeling stuck and overwhelmed, and over time something really shifted. I feel more like myself again and more in control of how I handle things.”

  • — Megan L.

Feeling Heard

“I never felt judged or rushed. It actually felt like someone was really listening and understanding what I was trying to say.”

  • — Daniel R.

Improved Relationships

“Therapy helped me see patterns I didn’t even realize I was repeating. My relationships feel calmer now and communication is easier.”

  • — Sofia M.

Reduced Anxiety

“My anxiety used to run the show. I still have moments, but now I know how to handle them without spiraling.”

  • — Chris T.

Teen Growth

“My teen actually wants to go to therapy, which I didn’t expect. We’ve seen a big shift in confidence and communication.”

  • — Laura K., Parent of teen client

FAQ

Do you accept insurance?

Some of our providers accept select insurance plans.

We are primarily a private pay practice, but we provide a superbill for possible out-of-network reimbursement depending on your plan.

If you have questions, we’re happy to help you navigate your options.

Yes, we offer virtual therapy across California.

Most sessions are 45 minutes.

Most clients start with weekly sessions, then adjust based on needs and progress.

Yes, therapy is confidential within legal and ethical guidelines.

Reach out to schedule a free consultation. We’ll help match you with the right therapist and guide you through next steps.

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Getting Started

If you are feeling stuck or ready for support, you do not have to figure it out alone.

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