Carol Bartels
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
MFC #85176
Welcome
Welcome
An invitation to heal and grow
An invitation to heal and grow
Discomfort and painful feelings can be the beginning of growth and true understanding of ourselves. Sometimes we adapt and conform to get along in the world and that takes us away from who we really are. We disown parts of ourselves and start to live robotically rather than authentically. When our inner lives and outward behaviors start to drift too far apart, we develop symptoms of emotional and physical discomfort. Those symptoms are there to get our attention. By reclaiming lost or unknown parts of ourselves, we can grow towards greater wholeness and satisfaction within our lives.
Psychotherapy is creative, collaborative and daunting at times. I believe in developing a relationship that will support you to take on that work. Using mindfulness-based therapies, Internal Family Systems Therapy and Ecopsychology, together we can bring a greater awareness to internal conflicts and find healing.
I offer a free 20-minute phone consultation to determine if we are a good fit and to decide if you are ready to make that first appointment.
Please Note: Due to public health concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic, I will be conducting therapy through a videoconferencing system (Google Meet). It is a HIPAA compliant platform that is easy to use with your phone or computer with no apps to download. I also offer walk-and-talk therapy for those who want to meet in person in a COVID-safe way. Once social distancing restrictions are no longer needed, therapy will be available in my office.
In-Office Sessions/Teletherapy
In-Office Sessions/Teletherapy
I work with adults of all backgrounds who come with a variety of concerns such as...
- depression
- anxiety
- grief
- relationship issues
- trauma
I have training in LGBT Affirmative Therapy and work with gender non-conforming individuals. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Walk and Talk Therapy
Walk and Talk Therapy
Sometimes our spirits want to roam and explore and sitting in an office is not always the best way to generate the energy for that to happen. For some, walk-and-talk therapy is just a more dynamic way of doing what we would normally do in an office session. Others may be longing for the healing power of nature in their work. Using principles of EcoPsychology, we can mindfully deepen our connection to the earth and find a solid base of belonging from which to heal, grow and soar.
Workshops
Workshops
Working with a group of people to explore new ways of being can create a magical synergy. If you want to learn about upcoming workshops that I will offer, please email [email protected] to ask to be put on my mailing list. Upcoming topics include:
- Deepening a Mindful Connection to Nature
- Seeing the Madness of our W.E.I.R.D.* Perspective (* Western, Educated, Industrial, Rich and Democratic Societies)
- Ways of Experiencing Nature: the scientific and the imaginal
Payments and Fees
Payments and Fees
Individual sessions, 45 minutes $175
Individual sessions, 60 minutes $200
Sliding scale is available.
Insurance: I am happy to do courtesy billing to your insurance company for out of network benefits.
I accept cash, checks and all major credit cards
Contact Us
Contact Us
Carol Bartels, LMFT
2950 Long Beach Boulevard Suite 204
Long Beach, CA 90807
562-548-8999
If you are interested in learning more about my services or would like to set up a consultation, please call the number above or use the email function to the right. I do my best to return all calls within 24 hours.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency and are not currently my client, please contact emergency services (911) or a suicide crisis hotline:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255
The Trevor Project Lifeline (for LGBTQ+) 866-488-7386
Veteran's Crisis Line: 800-273-8255