Cerritos, CA Local Support & Community Resources

Constance (Connie) Shin is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist who believes that the core of most personal challenges lies in relational dynamics. She emphasizes the importance of cultivating a safe and trusted therapeutic relationship, where individuals can experience profound healing and personal transformation. Her therapeutic approach fosters inner freedom and self-awareness, allowing clients to heal and improve their relationships with themselves and others. Constance specializes in therapy for individuals and couples dealing with abuse, trauma—emotional, physical, sexual, spiritual, and racial—while also addressing issues surrounding racial identity, multiculturalism, spiritual growth, life transitions, parenting children with special needs, grief, loss, depression, and anxiety. With her integrative and trauma-focused methodologies, which include Emotionally Focused and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she provides tailored support to meet the unique needs of her clients, ensuring genuine emotional healing and growth.

Lester Mindus is a dedicated psychologist who specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy for individuals, couples, and families. He accepts various insurances, including Medicare, and offers adjustable fees to accommodate clients facing financial hardships. In his couples counseling sessions, he emphasizes the importance of listening first, followed by being heard, creating a nurturing environment for open communication. For both individual and family counseling, he works collaboratively with clients to identify previously used strategies for problem-solving and enhancing their lives, exploring more effective alternatives. With a focus on healthy individuals encountering life's challenges, Lester addresses common issues such as communication, needs identification, and assertiveness. He is particularly adept at recognizing when a person's current solution may be the root of the problem, guiding them toward more viable options. Additionally, Lester has experience in supervisory roles and has served as an expert witness in various cases requiring psychological expertise.

Dr. Gordon Alexander St. Mary Jr. is a licensed psychologist with a Doctorate in Psychology, specializing in helping individuals struggling with panic, anxiety, obsessions, and various fears. He understands that the physical effects of these crises can be debilitating and terrifying, and he is dedicated to guiding clients through these challenging experiences. With specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Neurolinguistic Programming, Dr. St. Mary has honed his skills under the mentorship of nationally recognized experts, Tad James and David Gordon, in treating major depression and anxiety-related disorders. His expertise extends to trauma, addiction, PTSD, and attachment disorders, making him well-equipped to assist those facing relationship difficulties, sexual identity confusion, and the residual effects of trauma and abuse. Furthermore, he has significant experience conducting pre-surgical evaluations for individuals suffering from chronic pain, obesity, eating disorders, and other related conditions. Dr. St. Mary’s compassionate approach and extensive training ensure that clients receive the support they need to navigate their emotional challenges and pursue a fulfilling life.