Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Business District, Irvine, CA

My therapy style is eclectic but heavily rooted in Cognitive Behavioral as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapies. I thrive in the diverse environment of the Bay Area and my upbringing. I was born and immigrated from Hong Kong, China at the age of one where my first language was Cantonese. I identify as being bi-cultural and bilingual, both Chinese and American. I am a skilled and seasoned clinician with experience in medical specialties such as HIV care, oncology, neurology, and pediatrics. Your story matters, your experiences matter, and you are not alone. You can be fearless in talking about things that trouble you.

Painful experiences can leave us at a crossroads or discouraged about our faith when breakthrough has yet to occur. Have you been feeling “stuck” in negative thoughts? Ruminating thoughts and triggers are common responses to trauma and anxiety. Battling these distressing responses is not only difficult but exhausting. Trying to understand the role faith plays can be confusing. I am passionate about normalizing what you are going through and identifying barriers that are preventing you from living life fully. Everyone responds differently to distressing experiences and therefore have unique needs within the healing process.

Accepting NEW patients. Dr. Marzban provides counseling and psychological services with care by taking the time to listen to clients and helping them take an active role in their psychological well-being. He uses a collaborative approach and incorporates empirically supported, evidence-based psychological treatment modalities to deliver solution-focused services. Some therapeutic modalities include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Meditation and Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Systems, Multicultural, and Brief Solution-Focused Therapy.

Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.

My approach is warm, inviting, direct and attuned. I meet my clients with interest, non-judgment, and respect. I believe that change flows easiest from self-acceptance, and that self-acceptance is nurtured through the telling, the listening, and the embodied expressions of our lives. I am driven by a profound sense that individual and community care are interwoven, and that healing is a process of mourning and meaning-making.

I believe that we all have a unique brain narrative and the more you know about yourself, the more engaged you can be in creating a life that stays true to your authentic self. Gaining an understanding of your emotional, behavioral, and cognitive narrative can provide insights about your work/career development, learning, relationships, and beyond. Assessment allows you to understand your strengths and weaknesses and better understand how your brain processes information. Similarly, therapy is an experience that allows you to expand your knowledge base, skillset, and understanding of your world.

Your thoughts and feelings are valid, but they do not define you! We are often our biggest critics, which can unfairly create roadblocks in our journey. I am passionate about helping clients harness their potential so they can live a fulfilling life. Whether you are a teen struggling with social life, a couple suffering from lack of connection or intimacy, an individual who wants to connect with their authentic self, parents, etc., I am here to help you navigate through the life you wanna change, improve or create.

: : Currently Accepting New Clients : : Seeking support for your current hardships or past experiences takes courage and strength. Therapy is an excellent way to process life's hardships through establishing personalized tools for change and empowerment of the self. My goal is to support you within your healing journey through a safe, comfortable and open space to explore such hardships. I use a collaborative approach to establish goals for change and personal growth. Whether that may be improving your self-worth, managing stress, regulating emotions, improving your relationships or finding respite, this is your space.

My name is Dorothy Xie. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. My approach is evidence-based and strength-based, solution-focused, and utilizes several modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Gottman Method, Gestalt, EMDR, mindfulness, and more. I work with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of areas including depression, anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, coping skills, cultural stress, relationship issues, family conflict, grief, and trauma & PTSD, amongst others.

Have you not been feeling like yourself lately? Do you feel anxious? Depressed? Are you overwhelmed with the various stressors that life can bring? Remember, it is perfectly okay not to be okay. Congratulations on being proactive when taking a vital step in addressing your mental health needs.

Knowledge is Power. Being in therapy empowers you through a healthy and joyful exploration about yourself and the world around you. Life can seem tough sometimes. We might feel helpless and hopeless. We might feel alone and fragile. Managing stress while dealing with anxiety and depression may seem overwhelming. If any of this applies to you, therapy could be the first step for self development and managing your life. And I am here for YOU!

It takes bold strength to step out and seek for answers that lead to a more fulfilling and happier life. And I want to be the first of many to tell you I am proud of you for taking the crucial first steps needed in order to bring you full stride into the right direction. If you are ready to learn more about yourself and take a few more steps, I am here to support and empower you. Together, as your partner in healing, I aim to boost one’s self esteem and confidence while creating self-acceptance and a strong sense of purpose.

The relationship you form with your therapist is one of the most important to successful therapy. I offer clients a caring and supportive environment to explore life’s challenging obstacles such as loss, life transitions, and trauma. I recognize the strength and courage it can take to seek therapy, and believe in helping you find that strength to combat that pain. I seek to join in the healing process, working collaboratively with my clients who may feel isolated or alone. My approach is warm, honest, and empathic to create a comforting and encouraging environment, for my clients to feel empowered to transform their lives.

Hi, I’m Jennifer. I offer inclusive, effective psychotherapy (CBT) for people experiencing anxiety, worry, depression, and difficulties with life transitions. We can work together to help you transform the way you think, feel and live if you have: frequent thoughts of self-criticism or perfectionism, worries about being negatively judged by others, doubts about your worth, worries about failing, or other thoughts that leave you feeling anxious or depressed.

My therapeutic approach is eclectic, integrating my education and lived experience into my practice. The goal of therapy is overall wellness and whatever that may look like for you. I focus on creating a safe space that is trauma-informed, resilient, and culturally humble for people to heal. I use an eclectic approach that incorporates the principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support implementing wellness tools, grounding techniques, and being in the moment.

Please visit pediatricpsychology.org to learn more about my practice. I am a board-certified clinical child and adolescent psychologist. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults ages 4-25 and their families to identify specific concerns, set goals, and develop a treatment plan to help us best meet our goals. I value patient and parent feedback, and my hope is that we can facilitate growth and change as a team.

Hello! My name is Donna and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in the state of California. I have 5 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, families, and group settings. I have worked with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, social anxiety, identity, low self-esteem, relationship issues, OCD, ADHD, and trauma to say the least. My approach is collaborative, open, warm, and empowering as I want to guide you through your own self-discovery as well as help you be proactive and in charge of your recovery and learning.

Navigating relationships, conflict and attachment issues can be challenging. Coping with anxiety/depression, and confronting life's unexpected challenges can add to the overwhelm of daily life. It's important that you connect with a provider who's dedicated to your goals and helping you achieve the understanding, acceptance and change you need. I am licensed in New York and California, and work exclusively with adults (individually, couples, and executives). My work is entirely evidenced-based and my approach is empathically direct and resolutely dedicated to your success.

I approach therapy as a collaborative process rooted in respect and the understanding that, while I may know all kinds of mental health treatment techniques, you are the expert in your experiences. We bring our expertise together in sessions to uncover your wisdom and help you develop skills that will lead to meaningful change. My therapeutic style is authentic, curious, non-judgmental, and calm. I work from a culturally responsive and trauma-informed lens to offer you a safe space where you can work toward your goals while staying grounded in your values.