Therapeutic services are offered in English, Tagalog, and Spanish.

Therapeutic services are offered in English, Tagalog, and Spanish.

You deserve mental health care that makes you feel included, acknowledged, and empowered.

TALA Mental Health is a Filipino-founded mental health practice

Rooted in Filipino values of warmth, care, and community, we’re here to create a space where everyone feels accepted, understood, and valued. Our mission is to walk with you, welcoming all parts of your identity, helping you embrace strength, self-compassion, and a deep sense of belonging that honors the unique path you’re on. 

Inspired by Tala, the ancient Filipino goddess of the stars — a guiding light in the darkest moments.






Struggling to find a space that feels right for you or your family? 

Feeling overlooked or misunderstood? 

Maybe you’re carrying the weight of self-doubt and wondering if anyone truly understands.

At TALA Mental Health, we get it.

Perhaps you’re navigating relationship struggles that leave you questioning if you’re really connecting

Or, as a parent, you might be searching for ways to support your child’s emotional well-being but aren’t sure where to start.

As the first women-of-color-centered mental health practice in Long Beach, our approach at TALA Mental Health is aimed to honor each person’s story. 

Whether you're coming for yourself, as a couple, or with your family, we’re ready to help you find clarity, resilience, and a path forward that feels empowering.

Let’s work together to create the peace, connection, and growth you’re searching for. Come as you are—you’re welcome here, always.

Therapeutic services are offered in English, Tagalog, and Spanish.

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This is your safe space

Our goal is to provide support that makes you feel at home–the kind of mental health care that looks like you, speaks your language, and understands your lived experiences without constantly feeling the need to explain.

At TALA Mental Health, we believe in the power of community, culturally sensitive therapy, and collective healing practices to guide your path to wellness. 





Therapy Rates, Insurance, and Common Questions

We're here to provide you with the knowledge and resources to confidently continue your mental health journey in the most accessible way possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Client Love

"It was such a wonderful experience! I absolutely loved working with Kristiana. She has such a warm and calming presence that made me feel immediately at ease. She was comforting, deeply understanding, and provided me with the tools and support I needed to navigate my challenges. Her insightful guidance truly made a difference in my life. I can't recommend her enough."

"I felt completely heard, understood, and supported throughout the entire process. As a black woman I always felt safe expressing myself with my therapist who gets it and gets me. I left each session feeling more confident, equipped, and hopeful."

"As a couple, we felt completely heard, understood, and supported throughout the entire process. Each session helped us grow stronger as a team, leaving us feeling more connected, confident, and hopeful about our relationship. The guidance we received from our couples therapist has truly transformed the way we communicate and support each other."

"Noemi is a great practitioner for my child. She has not only supported my child during sessions but also excelled at facilitating parenting meetings, equipping us with strategies to better support our child at home. Hopefully my child uses the strategies practiced in session for the foreseeable future and if not, they’ll be back to seeing Noemi."

"My child really enjoys his sessions with Porschia. He is teaching us what he is learning in therapy and also calls us out for things that we as a family can improve on. He talks about therapy positively and looks forward to his sessions with her, sometimes he even reminds me when therapy is scheduled."

"Working with Elaine was relationship-changing. We've rekindled the friendship, the very foundation of our marriage, through hearing each other answer her targeted questions. I highly recommend seeing her."

"As a couple, we felt completely heard, understood, and supported throughout the entire process. Each session helped us grow stronger as a team, leaving us feeling more connected, confident, and hopeful about our relationship. The guidance we received from our couples therapist has truly transformed the way we communicate and support each other."

"This my first time in therapy and first session was really positive. It was focused on introductions and the issues I’ve been dealing with. What was encouraging is that she let me know what we’ll focus on in the upcoming sessions. I’m excited for therapy and coming in to see her knowing that we have a plan of action."

"My partner and I committed to a couple's intensive work with our couples therapist. It was such a great investment. We were able to work on our goals at a faster rate and find clarity on the next steps. I definitely recommend it."

"Junie and her team are professional and make the intake process quick and easy. Junie matched my teen daughter to the right therapist. My daughter feels comfortable and happy with her amazing therapist!"

"Junie and her team are super welcoming and on a mission. Women of color centered on mental health work, highly recommend their services."

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