Mateo Leonardo, LMFT, CSAT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
California
Men's issues-Sex addiction- Sexual health & dysfunction-Isolation-Shame-Trust issues-
Mateo Leonardo
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Professional statement
Mateo Leonardo is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist located in Long Beach, CA. He is passionate about working with young men, understanding the overall context they face as they work towards personal growth and healing. He also works with couples who seek repair within their relationships, including sexual dysfunction or challenges.
Mateo utilizes his expertise in sex therapy to support individuals and couples. He also incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and attachment-based therapy, helping clients learn more about themselves and their natural emotional reactions to certain situations. Psychoeducation is also important to Mateo, and he teaches clients about psychological concepts using engaging, accessible language.
Mateo earned a Master’s degree from Antioch University. His goal as a therapist is to move clients away from intense shame and instead turn them towards grounded sexuality. He is a compassionate therapist who offers structured sessions that trust innate intuition as clients work towards healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 6 years
Novus Mindful Life Institute, LMFT, CSAT, 2022 - 2026
Antioch University , Clinical Psychology , 2026
Licensure
California: 154119Languages
English, SpanishSpecialties
Men's issues - Expertise in working with adult men; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges and promote physical and mental health
Sex addiction - Building strategies to reduce harmful sexual behaviors; coping with difficult emotions, thoughts, and urges; maintaining healthy relationships
Sexual health & dysfunction - Addressing emotional, physical, and biological concerns related to sexual intimacy and functioning; education and skill building around topics such as erectile dysfunction, orgasms, low libido, shame, and history of abuse; improving communication to realize a fulfilling sex life
Isolation - Developing an understanding of the impact that isolation has had on one’s life; processing through the emotions that come with isolation and making a plan to reintegrate into a social life
Shame - Exploring how shame shows up in one’s life and the origins of this shame, especially in specific situations or environments; processing through this shame and developing an empowerment to feel less ashamed in daily life
Trust issues - Developing an understanding of one’s trust issues, including their origins and how they impact relationships; learning effective communication and conflict management skills; growing one’s relationship through bonding activities and open dialogue
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Couples
- Teenagers (13-18)
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
Mateo Leonardo is not in-network with any insurances.
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Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$200 (50min)
- Sliding scale:$170 - $200
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