Therapists in 92701
Starting therapy is a courageous step, and I honor your decision to explore this journey. I specialize in supporting individuals and families navigating life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, and challenges around parenting. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel understood, empowered, and equipped with tools to thrive. I invite you to reach out when you’re ready—I’m here to walk beside you with care and compassion. I adapt my style based on your needs, whether that means providing structured tools, offering space for reflection, or integrating mindfulness and trauma-informed practices.
Starting therapy is a courageous step, and I honor your decision to explore this journey. I specialize in supporting individuals and families navigating life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, and challenges around parenting. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel understood, empowered, and equipped with tools to thrive. I invite you to reach out when you’re ready—I’m here to walk beside you with care and compassion. I adapt my style based on your needs, whether that means providing structured tools, offering space for reflection, or integrating mindfulness and trauma-informed practices.
If you are a teen (or parent of a teen) or an adult living with anxiety, having lived through a traumatic experience, or are just feeling lost as you navigate life you are in the right place. I have helped many clients to find peace, security, and a deeper understanding of themselves. You are not alone.
If you are a teen (or parent of a teen) or an adult living with anxiety, having lived through a traumatic experience, or are just feeling lost as you navigate life you are in the right place. I have helped many clients to find peace, security, and a deeper understanding of themselves. You are not alone.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have 35 years of experience working with trauma, addictions and relationship issues. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitizing and Reprocessing) and Sand tray therapy. I am Certified in Psychodrama, PAT-Practitioner Applicant for Trainer, an action therapy method. I provide psychotherapy including coping with cancer for patients and families due to my personal experience. As a clinician I also want to support my colleagues and I provide Compassion Fatigue Management Workshops
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have 35 years of experience working with trauma, addictions and relationship issues. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitizing and Reprocessing) and Sand tray therapy. I am Certified in Psychodrama, PAT-Practitioner Applicant for Trainer, an action therapy method. I provide psychotherapy including coping with cancer for patients and families due to my personal experience. As a clinician I also want to support my colleagues and I provide Compassion Fatigue Management Workshops
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, body image struggles, obsessive thoughts, or the lingering impact of trauma? These experiences can feel isolating, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. In our work together, we’ll gently uncover what’s beneath the surface, giving space to long-held emotions and creating a path toward healing. My goal is to help you process unresolved trauma and reconnect with a more grounded, integrated sense of self so that you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, body image struggles, obsessive thoughts, or the lingering impact of trauma? These experiences can feel isolating, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. In our work together, we’ll gently uncover what’s beneath the surface, giving space to long-held emotions and creating a path toward healing. My goal is to help you process unresolved trauma and reconnect with a more grounded, integrated sense of self so that you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Do you need help slowing down and caring for yourself? Do you relate... “I help others, but I’m personally running on empty.” “I can manage a lot, but I can’t figure out why I'm struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, food or body image issues, or past hurts.” “I wish I felt more connected to my own heart and to my partner.” In therapy, I can help you find the healing and support you deserve, so that you can experience more joy and love your life. I bring 20+ years of experience to helping individuals and couples address the wounds, unmet needs and relationship dynamics that cause them so much pain.
Do you need help slowing down and caring for yourself? Do you relate... “I help others, but I’m personally running on empty.” “I can manage a lot, but I can’t figure out why I'm struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, food or body image issues, or past hurts.” “I wish I felt more connected to my own heart and to my partner.” In therapy, I can help you find the healing and support you deserve, so that you can experience more joy and love your life. I bring 20+ years of experience to helping individuals and couples address the wounds, unmet needs and relationship dynamics that cause them so much pain.
Anger, anxiety, depression, shame, and challenges with self-identity are often rooted in unresolved trauma. When left unaddressed, trauma can deeply impact our relationships and family dynamics. As your therapist, my goal is to collaborate with you in managing trauma-related symptoms and moving toward a more meaningful, fulfilling life. I use a client-centered approach to create a safe and supportive space where unresolved emotions and reactions can be explored. I believe that the therapeutic relationship itself is just as important as the modality used because healing begins with trust, connection, and the freedom to be vulnerable.
Anger, anxiety, depression, shame, and challenges with self-identity are often rooted in unresolved trauma. When left unaddressed, trauma can deeply impact our relationships and family dynamics. As your therapist, my goal is to collaborate with you in managing trauma-related symptoms and moving toward a more meaningful, fulfilling life. I use a client-centered approach to create a safe and supportive space where unresolved emotions and reactions can be explored. I believe that the therapeutic relationship itself is just as important as the modality used because healing begins with trust, connection, and the freedom to be vulnerable.
Michael De Guzman Cho
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
3 Endorsed
Santa Ana, CA 92701
My main passion is developing healthy relationships. Whether through individual or couples work, I help my clients explore how their mental health issue (e.g. depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, and sexual addiction) deeply connects, impacts, and is expressed in their relationships. By learning how we perpetuate pain develop through the experiences of our past, we can grow, break old patterns, and develop ones that will foster peace.
My main passion is developing healthy relationships. Whether through individual or couples work, I help my clients explore how their mental health issue (e.g. depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, and sexual addiction) deeply connects, impacts, and is expressed in their relationships. By learning how we perpetuate pain develop through the experiences of our past, we can grow, break old patterns, and develop ones that will foster peace.
When thinking about how to introduce myself, I invariably return to what I personally require when choosing a therapist – genuine commitment, personal sincerity and clinical expertise. I'm dedicated to the core belief that a good therapist is one who gently guides a client to uncover the emotional stumbling blocks causing anxiety, pain or inertia so they can move forward in their life. My therapeutic style exudes compassion, while equally engaging in honest, candid conversations to uncover the personal pain points, challenges, and stressors that ultimately brought the client to therapy.
When thinking about how to introduce myself, I invariably return to what I personally require when choosing a therapist – genuine commitment, personal sincerity and clinical expertise. I'm dedicated to the core belief that a good therapist is one who gently guides a client to uncover the emotional stumbling blocks causing anxiety, pain or inertia so they can move forward in their life. My therapeutic style exudes compassion, while equally engaging in honest, candid conversations to uncover the personal pain points, challenges, and stressors that ultimately brought the client to therapy.
You’re doing your best to hold it all together, but beneath the surface, the anxiety and exhaustion are becoming too much to carry. Whether you are struggling to break your own cycles of stress or watching your child navigate "big emotions" they can’t quite name, you don't have to keep pretending you're okay. I help individuals and families move from just "surviving" the day to actually feeling in control again.
You’re doing your best to hold it all together, but beneath the surface, the anxiety and exhaustion are becoming too much to carry. Whether you are struggling to break your own cycles of stress or watching your child navigate "big emotions" they can’t quite name, you don't have to keep pretending you're okay. I help individuals and families move from just "surviving" the day to actually feeling in control again.
Life is incredibly complex. Challenging. Beautiful. Painful. We experience so much, and, for most of us, we have very little space to get to care for ourselves. My ideal clients are individual adults and couples who are frustrated, confused, and tired by destructive cycles they seem to be stuck in, individually and relationally. If you are feeling hurt, lost, down, stuck, or overwhelmed, but are hoping for change, I would be glad to journey along with you.
Life is incredibly complex. Challenging. Beautiful. Painful. We experience so much, and, for most of us, we have very little space to get to care for ourselves. My ideal clients are individual adults and couples who are frustrated, confused, and tired by destructive cycles they seem to be stuck in, individually and relationally. If you are feeling hurt, lost, down, stuck, or overwhelmed, but are hoping for change, I would be glad to journey along with you.
Do you find difficulties with feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship/family problems, ADHD, and trauma? These emotional disruptions can have a significant impact on our lives. Coping with these events requires various approaches, and I can assist you in recognizing your emotions and identifying possible patterns in your relationships. I can also help you develop resilience and acceptance towards challenging emotions, and support you in setting meaningful goals. I utilize CBT, trauma-informed care, mindfulness, & person-centered therapy to reduce anxiety and trauma symptoms, foster resilience, and enhance the quality of life.
Do you find difficulties with feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship/family problems, ADHD, and trauma? These emotional disruptions can have a significant impact on our lives. Coping with these events requires various approaches, and I can assist you in recognizing your emotions and identifying possible patterns in your relationships. I can also help you develop resilience and acceptance towards challenging emotions, and support you in setting meaningful goals. I utilize CBT, trauma-informed care, mindfulness, & person-centered therapy to reduce anxiety and trauma symptoms, foster resilience, and enhance the quality of life.
Therapy is about meeting you right where you are, regardless of how messy life seems. Together, we'll identify where you get stuck and create a new path forward. In our sessions, you'll find me attentive, disarming, and inquisitive. We'll collaborate on what you want to achieve in therapy and figure out what prevents you from moving forward. We'll find ways to provide immediate relief and hope while exploring the root causes of these issues. With couples, I understand that the same old issues can resurface, and I will help you discover new ways of being together to overcome these stalemates and grow closer.
Therapy is about meeting you right where you are, regardless of how messy life seems. Together, we'll identify where you get stuck and create a new path forward. In our sessions, you'll find me attentive, disarming, and inquisitive. We'll collaborate on what you want to achieve in therapy and figure out what prevents you from moving forward. We'll find ways to provide immediate relief and hope while exploring the root causes of these issues. With couples, I understand that the same old issues can resurface, and I will help you discover new ways of being together to overcome these stalemates and grow closer.
Areas of special focus: Children and Teens (Including poor school performance, conflict resolution, ADHD, 504’s, IEP’s) Parenting, Anxiety, Interpersonal Relationships, and Spiritual Integration. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, parents, couples and adults struggling with their own mental health issues. I create a safe and warm environment and by using my relationship in therapy to facilitate the healing process in my clients. I brings over 25 years of working with children and adolescents as a school counselor in the Long Beach School District.
Areas of special focus: Children and Teens (Including poor school performance, conflict resolution, ADHD, 504’s, IEP’s) Parenting, Anxiety, Interpersonal Relationships, and Spiritual Integration. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, parents, couples and adults struggling with their own mental health issues. I create a safe and warm environment and by using my relationship in therapy to facilitate the healing process in my clients. I brings over 25 years of working with children and adolescents as a school counselor in the Long Beach School District.
I work with individuals and couples navigating eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. If you’re experiencing overwhelm, intrusive thoughts, low mood, body image distress, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns with food or others, you’re not alone. Together, we use practical tools such as grounding exercises, mindful awareness, emotion regulation skills, and gentle behavior shifts to help you regain stability and clarity. My trauma-informed, relational approach offers a safe, supportive space to understand and transform patterns rooted in past experiences.
I work with individuals and couples navigating eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. If you’re experiencing overwhelm, intrusive thoughts, low mood, body image distress, or feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns with food or others, you’re not alone. Together, we use practical tools such as grounding exercises, mindful awareness, emotion regulation skills, and gentle behavior shifts to help you regain stability and clarity. My trauma-informed, relational approach offers a safe, supportive space to understand and transform patterns rooted in past experiences.
I specialize in supporting women navigating the complexities of life transitions and identity issues. My ideal client is often a woman who feels untethered by change, whether it’s a career shift, a relationship ending, or a new phase of life (motherhood), and is struggling with the emotions that follow. You might feel like you’ve lost touch with who you are, or that old ways of coping are no longer working in your current season.
I specialize in supporting women navigating the complexities of life transitions and identity issues. My ideal client is often a woman who feels untethered by change, whether it’s a career shift, a relationship ending, or a new phase of life (motherhood), and is struggling with the emotions that follow. You might feel like you’ve lost touch with who you are, or that old ways of coping are no longer working in your current season.
When trust has been broken or loss has changed your world, it can feel like the ground beneath you is no longer stable. You don’t have to navigate that pain alone. Clients often describe me as compassionate, encouraging, and attuned. I create a safe space where you feel seen, valued, and supported as you share your story.
Together, we explore how early relationships and life experiences shape the patterns we carry into adulthood, especially in our closest relationships. Through insight and reflection, I help clients identify patterns that no longer serve them and develop the capacity for healthier, more secure connection.
When trust has been broken or loss has changed your world, it can feel like the ground beneath you is no longer stable. You don’t have to navigate that pain alone. Clients often describe me as compassionate, encouraging, and attuned. I create a safe space where you feel seen, valued, and supported as you share your story.
Together, we explore how early relationships and life experiences shape the patterns we carry into adulthood, especially in our closest relationships. Through insight and reflection, I help clients identify patterns that no longer serve them and develop the capacity for healthier, more secure connection.
Do you feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, disconnection, or patterns that no longer serve you? You don’t have to navigate it alone. I work with teens and adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and multicultural stressors, including acculturation, family dynamics, and intergenerational patterns. Together, we create a space where you can better understand yourself, heal emotional wounds, and move toward a more grounded and fulfilling life.
Do you feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, disconnection, or patterns that no longer serve you? You don’t have to navigate it alone. I work with teens and adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and multicultural stressors, including acculturation, family dynamics, and intergenerational patterns. Together, we create a space where you can better understand yourself, heal emotional wounds, and move toward a more grounded and fulfilling life.
Old memories, painful experiences, or anxious/depressive thoughts can keep us feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. If this sounds familiar, know that there is a way through.I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma and break free from patterns that no longer serve them. I am trained in EMDR which helps reduce the emotional intensity of traumatic memories. Many people find that EMDR allows them to finally release past wounds and experience a greater sense of peace and balance.
Old memories, painful experiences, or anxious/depressive thoughts can keep us feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. If this sounds familiar, know that there is a way through.I specialize in helping clients heal from trauma and break free from patterns that no longer serve them. I am trained in EMDR which helps reduce the emotional intensity of traumatic memories. Many people find that EMDR allows them to finally release past wounds and experience a greater sense of peace and balance.
Mental health challenges are due to the aftereffects of traumatic experiences. Trauma can place a strain on your family, work, relationships, and even cause issues with self-worth. I specialize in trauma therapy along with treating personality disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and addiction. All these disorders can look different from person to person, and that is where our therapeutic journey of empowerment and self-exploration begins. I concentrate on creating a safe space of growth and self-discovery through unconditional positive regard, emotional regulation, and guided activities.
Mental health challenges are due to the aftereffects of traumatic experiences. Trauma can place a strain on your family, work, relationships, and even cause issues with self-worth. I specialize in trauma therapy along with treating personality disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and addiction. All these disorders can look different from person to person, and that is where our therapeutic journey of empowerment and self-exploration begins. I concentrate on creating a safe space of growth and self-discovery through unconditional positive regard, emotional regulation, and guided activities.
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and background as a special needs para-educator. I have worked to help children with diverse physical, intellectual and behavioral needs, along with their families, process issues of shame, guilt, and grief. Now as a therapist, I provide access to life-affirming mental health processing groups and individual counseling. I provide a holistic, Trauma Informed method celebrating the intersectionality of our identities in individual services, counseling with youth, families, and couples as well as group therapy.
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and background as a special needs para-educator. I have worked to help children with diverse physical, intellectual and behavioral needs, along with their families, process issues of shame, guilt, and grief. Now as a therapist, I provide access to life-affirming mental health processing groups and individual counseling. I provide a holistic, Trauma Informed method celebrating the intersectionality of our identities in individual services, counseling with youth, families, and couples as well as group therapy.
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Number of Therapists in 92701
100+
Average cost per session
$155
Therapists in 92701 who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 93% | Social Anxiety |
| 93% | Health Anxiety |
| 93% | Driving Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 75% | Relationship Anxiety |
Average years in practice
7 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 86% | Aetna |
| 79% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 53% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 92701 see their clients
| 64% | In Person and Online | |
| 36% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 75% | Female | |
| 23% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |