Therapist for Women, Couples & Families | Trauma, Anxiety, Depression & Relationship Healing in California


Hi, I’m Ebony. I’m an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, and I help women, couples, and families in California—both in-person in Long Beach and online statewide—find relief from stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.

You might be here because you’ve been feeling tired, stressed, or overwhelmed for far too long. You may be caring for children, supporting aging parents, working hard in your career, and trying to be there for everyone else—yet wondering when you’ll have space to care for yourself.

You might be thinking:

  • “Why can’t I just feel at peace?”

  • “I’m so tired, but I can’t seem to rest.”

  • “I love my family, but I feel burned out.”

  • “I’m not living up to my potential.”

You may notice it in your body—tight shoulders, headaches, stomach aches, trouble sleeping, or feeling tense all the time. You may be short-tempered with people you love, or feeling disconnected from your relationships.

If this sounds familiar, I want you to know:
👉 You are not failing.
👉 You are not alone.
👉 You deserve the same care you give to others.

Ebony Staten, APCC

How I Help

I work with clients navigating:

  • Anxiety and depression counseling in California

  • Trauma and complex trauma recovery

  • Addiction and substance use recovery

  • Couples therapy and relationship counseling

  • Family therapy and communication skills

  • Life transitions and identity changes

  • Boundaries, codependency, and self-worth

  • Anger management and emotional regulation

My approach is collaborative, warm, and trauma-informed. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy, tailoring each session to honor your experiences, culture, and goals.

I have a special passion for working with Black women and families, understanding the unique pressures you may face in a world that doesn’t always affirm your worth. In our work together, you will be heard, valued, and supported.

Is This You?

Therapy Where You Are

I offer in-person therapy in Long Beach, California, and online therapy anywhere in California. Virtual sessions make it easy to get the help you need without the stress of commuting—whether you’re in Los Angeles, San Diego, the Bay Area, or anywhere in between.

You don’t have to keep carrying everything alone. Whether you’re feeling stuck, stressed, or ready to make a change, I’m here to help you move toward a calmer, more connected, and more fulfilling life.

Not sure yet? Let’s talk—no pressure.

Why me?

At my core, I believe in one thing above all else: Black women deserve grace. We deserve softness.