
Counselor Profile
Sandy L. Kaufmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAS
Long Beach, CA, California
About Sandy L. Kaufmann
With more than 35 years of continuous experience, this therapist helps individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, and addiction. Extensive experience includes working with substance use, sex, and love addiction, providing compassionate, individualized care tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Treatment integrates several evidence-based and complementary therapeutic approaches, including Emotional Transformation Therapy (ETT), Gestalt Therapy, and EMDR. This flexible approach is designed to help clients process difficult emotions, reduce distress, and develop healthier coping strategies while supporting long-term recovery and emotional well-being.
In addition to in-session work, clients are equipped with practical tools and techniques they can apply in everyday life to reinforce progress and build resilience. By creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment, this therapist helps individuals navigate life’s challenges, strengthen self-awareness, and work toward meaningful, lasting personal growth.
Education & Qualifications
In Practice for 36 years
Attended California State University, Long beach, Graduated 1986
Certifications
Certificate from Steven Vazquez, PhD, LPC-S, LMFT
ETT Addiction / 2015
Certificate from American Academy of Healthcare Addictive Disorders
C-3764 / 1998




