Russell Samuels, AMFT, APCC, Associate Psychotherapist

AMFT, APCC, Associate Psychotherapist

Accepts ages: 5-65+

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross Commercial, Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cash, Cigna, Group and Pension Administrators (Multiplan), Health Net of CA, IMCS, Managed Health Network (Health Net), Medicare, MediNcrease Health Plans (MNH), Optum, Tricare, TriWest, UMR, United Behavioral Health

In-person and Telehealth

Book Appointment

Treatment Areas

Crisis Intervention Suicidal Ideation Psychosis Trauma-Informed Care Sexuality (LGBTQ) Anxiety and Mood Disorders PTSD

About Me

Russell has experience working with those who have been victims of severe trauma and are in a mental health crisis. He also has experience working with those who struggle with gender identity and those whose sexuality causes difficulties in relationships or the authentic expression of self. Russell has worked with those who are unhoused, suffer from severe mental illness, and adolescents struggling with emotional expression. His clinical experiences include working at the Jewish Family & Children’s Services of Long Beach and Orange County, as well as the Valley Star MLK Crisis Residential Treatment Program. He offers an affirming, non-judgmental, and safe space that allows clients to explore and express themselves comfortably and openly.

Goals

• Strengthening Coping Skills • Provide a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship • Empower Individuals to find their own solutions and build self-esteem

Education

Pepperdine University
  • Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology (MACLP) Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy and Professional Clinical Counseling
San Diego State University
  • Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration (B.S.)

Clinical Orientations

  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Client-Centered
  • Strengths-Based and Holistic Approach
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing

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