
Lenwood Patterson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Long Beach, CA
Online & In-Person
Free initial consultation
About me
I am a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate trauma, substance use, anxiety, identity, and life transitions with authenticity and healing at the center
Welcome—I'm so glad you're here.
My name is LV Patterson, and I’m a licensed therapist with a deep passion for helping individuals and couples heal, grow, and reconnect with their true selves. I specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma, are navigating substance use recovery, facing anxiety or depression, or exploring their identities—especially within LGBTQIA+ and culturally diverse communities.
As a Black, gay therapist with lived experience, I understand what it means to move through life carrying the weight of being unseen, unheard, or misunderstood. Therapy with me is not about fixing you—because you are not broken. It’s about creating a safe, supportive, and affirming space where we can unpack the hard stuff together. We’ll work to challenge shame, build resilience, and empower you to take up space fully and unapologetically.
Clients often describe me as warm, down-to-earth, and honest. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in compassion. Whether you're starting therapy for the first time or returning to the work, I’ll meet you where you are—without judgment and with genuine care.
At LV Patterson, LLC, I offer individual and couples therapy, with flexible options through SimplePractice and Headway for online booking, scheduling, and billing. You deserve to be seen, heard, and supported—and I’d be honored to walk alongside you on your journey.
Let’s begin the healing process together.
License
License(s)
Education
California State University, San Bernardino
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$150 - $200Sliding scale
YesAccepted insurance plans
- United Healthcare
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Medicare
- Self-Pay Only
- Cigna
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Optum
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Megellan
- Carelon
- United Health Care
Specialties and clinical interests
- Alcohol or Drug Use/Addictions
- Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders
- Depression
- Gender Identity
- Grief & Loss
- LGBTQIA+
- Men's Issues
- Self-Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Identity
- Spirituality
- Substance Use Disorders
- Trauma & PTSD
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Community specialties
- LGBTQIA+
- 12-Step Programs
- Hispanic or Latino
- Biracial
- HIV / AIDS
- Black
- Trauma Survivors
Faith-based specialties
- Christianity
- Traditional African Religions
Location
LV Patterson, LLC
1703 Termino Avenue
Suite 105
Long Beach, CA 90804 US
Office is ADA Accessible
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adults (18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
Languages
- English
Website and social media