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Dr. Michael Chindamo, PsyD

Dr. Michael Chindamo, PsyD

Psychologist
4500 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste 320, Long Beach, CA
Dr. Michael Chindamo is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2009. He holds a PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Ryokan College, an M.A. in Counseling from the University of South Florida, and both a B.S. in Neurobiology and a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Rochester. Are you feeling overwhelmed due to life changes and relationship conflicts? Are you uncomfortable in social interactions? Do you at times feel angry and don’t understand why? Does nothing seem to give you pleasure anymore? Do you find it difficult to sleep? During your sessions, Dr. Chindamo’s first goal is to develop a strong, trusting rapport with you. Then he will work with you to increase motivation, insight, and problem-solving skills for your specific conflicts. Dr. Chindamo utilizes a combination of different cognitive therapies and works with you to set goals customized to you. He will be honest and direct but caring with you in therapy. His philosophy is that personal happiness provides more meaning to the lives of individuals and those around them! In the last 28 years, Dr. Chindamo has acquired specific techniques to help you with relationships, anger, grief/loss, panic attacks, addictions, self-harming behaviors, sexual identity, life transitions, and chronic insomnia. The diagnoses he has worked with most often are Borderline Personality, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, ADD, OCD, PTSD, Addictions, and Sleep Disorders. Dr. Chindamo works with diverse age groups in individual and family therapy. He is well versed in the neurobiology of medications and provides Psychological Testing. Outside of work, Dr. Chindamo loves all things ’80s. He collects toys and other memorabilia from that decade. He’s Italian and loves to cook to relax. He has traveled to Italy and dreams of traveling to Australia. He loves animals and has two cats, and his favorite animal is the kangaroo. Purple is his favorite color.
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100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Michael Chindamo

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English, Italian

Getting to know Dr. Michael Chindamo

Dr. Michael Chindamo is a Psychologist in California who has been practicing since 2009. He holds a PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Ryokan College, an M.A. in Counseling from the University of South Florida, and both a B.S. in Neurobiology and a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Rochester. Are you feeling overwhelmed due to life changes and relationship conflicts? Are you uncomfortable in social interactions? Do you at times feel angry and don’t understand why? Does nothing seem to give you pleasure anymore? Do you find it difficult to sleep? During your sessions, Dr. Chindamo’s first goal is to develop a strong, trusting rapport with you. Then he will work with you to increase motivation, insight, and problem-solving skills for your specific conflicts. Dr. Chindamo utilizes a combination of different cognitive therapies and works with you to set goals customized to you. He will be honest and direct but caring with you in therapy. His philosophy is that personal happiness provides more meaning to the lives of individuals and those around them! In the last 28 years, Dr. Chindamo has acquired specific techniques to help you with relationships, anger, grief/loss, panic attacks, addictions, self-harming behaviors, sexual identity, life transitions, and chronic insomnia. The diagnoses he has worked with most often are Borderline Personality, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, ADD, OCD, PTSD, Addictions, and Sleep Disorders. Dr. Chindamo works with diverse age groups in individual and family therapy. He is well versed in the neurobiology of medications and provides Psychological Testing. Outside of work, Dr. Chindamo loves all things ’80s. He collects toys and other memorabilia from that decade. He’s Italian and loves to cook to relax. He has traveled to Italy and dreams of traveling to Australia. He loves animals and has two cats, and his favorite animal is the kangaroo. Purple is his favorite color.

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During the LifeStance onboarding process, we will contact you to collect your payment card information. It’s our policy to collect this information and confirm that it is valid prior to your first appointment so that we can simplify the payment process upon completion of your appointment, especially in the case of a telehealth appointment where the traditional “check-out” process doesn’t occur. Important Note: This provider is not currently bookable for new patients with Medicare or Medicaid coverage.

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Young Adult Issues
Agoraphobia
Anxiety Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit

Office location

Dr. Michael Chindamo, PsyD also offers online video visits for patients
LifeStance Health - Southern California
4500 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste 320, Long Beach, CA 90804
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Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Ryokan College, PsyD in Clinical Psyhcology
  • University of South Florida, Master's in Counseling
  • University of Rochester (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1245556000

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Bedside manner
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Where is Dr. Michael Chindamo's office located?

Dr. Michael Chindamo has 2 office locations in Long Beach, view full addresses on Dr. Chindamo's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michael Chindamo?

Dr. Michael Chindamo frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Michael Chindamo on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Michael Chindamo speak?

Dr. Michael Chindamo speaks English and Italian.

How do patients rate Dr. Michael Chindamo in reviews?

2 patients have reviewed Dr. Michael Chindamo. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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