Clinton Scheidt, LMFT (he/him/his) is a gay, sex-positive, licensed psychotherapist in Long Beach, CA. He has worked as a mental health clinician for six years, treating adults and couples with various racial, ethnic, gender, and sexual identities. He is passionate about the queer community and helping people get through the challenges that come with being queer-identified in a heteronormative society.

Clinton's mission is to create a safe, warm, nonjudgmental space for queer folx and allies. He strives to instill hope no matter what problems are being faced. Whether you need coping skills to improve daily functioning, want to gain insight into deeper issues, desire more security in your relationship, or require relief from sexual troubles, Clinton's focus is on you and your intentions.

As for his personal life, Clinton is in a committed relationship with his male partner and they enjoy traveling together. In his leisure time, Clinton enjoys singing, yoga, playing tennis, and watching TV.  

Education

• Pepperdine University
  • Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology: Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy

Professional License

• LMFT #107307

Clinical Training

• LGBTQIA2S+ Affirmative Therapy (completed internship)
• Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (completed internship)
• Emotionally Focused Therapy (completed externship)
• Sex Therapy (completed certificate program)

Professional Memberships

• Lesbian and Gay Psychotherapy Association (LAGPA)
• American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT)
• International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)
• California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
• Long Beach-South Bay Chapter of CAMFT