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OC Teen Center- Adolescent and Teen Mental Health
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
OC Teen Center has a great track record of dealing with these specific issues.
Dr. Lauren Armstrong is a highly passionate licensed clinical psychologist and Clinical Director with a PsyD from Pepperdine University, and has been working with children and adolescents for the past ten years. She is an expert in working with challenging psychological presentations such as trauma, self harm, mood changes, aggression, and other unsafe or maladaptive coping mechanisms. Dr. Lauren always believes in her patients, even when everyone else has stopped believing in them. She never loses hope, and tirelessly works with patients and their families on improving their relationships, coping skills, and positive change.
OC Teen Center has a great track record of dealing with these specific issues.
Dr. Lauren Armstrong is a highly passionate licensed clinical psychologist and Clinical Director with a PsyD from Pepperdine University, and has been working with children and adolescents for the past ten years. She is an expert in working with challenging psychological presentations such as trauma, self harm, mood changes, aggression, and other unsafe or maladaptive coping mechanisms. Dr. Lauren always believes in her patients, even when everyone else has stopped believing in them. She never loses hope, and tirelessly works with patients and their families on improving their relationships, coping skills, and positive change.
(714) 646-1580 View (714) 646-1580
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Resurface Group
LMFT, ASW, AMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Resurface Group was founded based on a shared belief that individuals and families experiencing even the most complex mental health and behavioral challenges can achieve long-term change and lasting well-being with the right care and support. Our mission is to deliver alternative solutions to people battling mental and behavioral health challenges. We inspire even the most complex individuals and family systems to create positive, healthy changes with innovative approaches and proven clinical techniques.
Resurface Group was founded based on a shared belief that individuals and families experiencing even the most complex mental health and behavioral challenges can achieve long-term change and lasting well-being with the right care and support. Our mission is to deliver alternative solutions to people battling mental and behavioral health challenges. We inspire even the most complex individuals and family systems to create positive, healthy changes with innovative approaches and proven clinical techniques.
(562) 273-9158 View (562) 273-9158
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Brain Wellness Institute
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in neuropsychological evaluation, cognitive rehabilitation, and psychotherapy. I obtained my PhD Clinical Psychology from Loma Linda University and completed my fellowship at UCLA, pre-doctoral internship at Vanderbilt University, and Bachelor's degree from USC. I also received clinical training at the West Los Angeles VA Healthcare System, UCLA's Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior, and the Loma Linda University Behavioral Health Institute.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in neuropsychological evaluation, cognitive rehabilitation, and psychotherapy. I obtained my PhD Clinical Psychology from Loma Linda University and completed my fellowship at UCLA, pre-doctoral internship at Vanderbilt University, and Bachelor's degree from USC. I also received clinical training at the West Los Angeles VA Healthcare System, UCLA's Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior, and the Loma Linda University Behavioral Health Institute.
(949) 835-4495 View (949) 835-4495
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(657) 214-3099 View (657) 214-3099
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Logical Behavioral Health
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, ABPP, LMFT
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Logical Behavioral Health providers are professionals who understand and prioritize your care above all else. We believe that in certain cases, good care even means providing a referral to someone outside of our office if our providers are not the best fit for your behavioral health care needs. The overall course of treatment will ultimately utilize a collaborative approach in helping you achieve mutually formulated treatment goals to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. If you believe that you need a referral to a psychiatrist or other health care professional, we have the resources to provide you with an appropriate referral.
Logical Behavioral Health providers are professionals who understand and prioritize your care above all else. We believe that in certain cases, good care even means providing a referral to someone outside of our office if our providers are not the best fit for your behavioral health care needs. The overall course of treatment will ultimately utilize a collaborative approach in helping you achieve mutually formulated treatment goals to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. If you believe that you need a referral to a psychiatrist or other health care professional, we have the resources to provide you with an appropriate referral.
(949) 536-8892 View (949) 536-8892
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Raquel S. Ruvalcaba
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626  (Online Only)
Hello, thank you for considering me as your therapist. Seeking therapy is not easy. But, you are taking the first step in feeling better. I have over 20 years working as a Therapist helping couples and individuals heal. I have extensive experience in treating Trauma related symptoms, Panic attacks, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Relationship Problems. Please call me to schedule your intake and Let's gets started today.
Hello, thank you for considering me as your therapist. Seeking therapy is not easy. But, you are taking the first step in feeling better. I have over 20 years working as a Therapist helping couples and individuals heal. I have extensive experience in treating Trauma related symptoms, Panic attacks, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Relationship Problems. Please call me to schedule your intake and Let's gets started today.
(949) 229-4848 View (949) 229-4848
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Wiley Johnson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
I help individuals and couples improve the quality of their lives. I have been in private practice for over 30 years developing my craft. Sadly many people live far below their potential to experience love and happiness. The understanding that conditioning and unconscious training determine your perceptions and emotional reactions is the first step in the creation of new skills and emotional balance. My approach is a unique combination of cognitive restructuring and emotional integration leading to an improved awareness of possibilities both individually and in relationship. The ability to love and be loved is fundamental to a good life.
I help individuals and couples improve the quality of their lives. I have been in private practice for over 30 years developing my craft. Sadly many people live far below their potential to experience love and happiness. The understanding that conditioning and unconscious training determine your perceptions and emotional reactions is the first step in the creation of new skills and emotional balance. My approach is a unique combination of cognitive restructuring and emotional integration leading to an improved awareness of possibilities both individually and in relationship. The ability to love and be loved is fundamental to a good life.
(949) 354-3984 View (949) 354-3984
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Renee Michelle Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626  (Online Only)
Greetings! My name is Renee and I'm a licensed clinical social worker. We spend too much time feeling as though we're not good enough or can't achieve our dreams. How we think about ourselves and our environment directly determines how we feel. As a therapist I have had the opportunity to work with clients looking for guidance and relief in many areas such as: anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addiction, ADHD symptoms, life transitions, body dysmorphia and gender dysphoria. Please contact me for a 15 min free consultation to see if we are a good fit. I will get back to you within 24 hours.
Greetings! My name is Renee and I'm a licensed clinical social worker. We spend too much time feeling as though we're not good enough or can't achieve our dreams. How we think about ourselves and our environment directly determines how we feel. As a therapist I have had the opportunity to work with clients looking for guidance and relief in many areas such as: anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addiction, ADHD symptoms, life transitions, body dysmorphia and gender dysphoria. Please contact me for a 15 min free consultation to see if we are a good fit. I will get back to you within 24 hours.
(714) 586-8678 View (714) 586-8678
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Kevin S. Thomas
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Therapy is a transformational process. If you are having a difficult time, you are going to need help navigating the struggles in your life. Two of the most common reasons that people come to therapy are they LACK BALANCE in their lives and have NOT BEEN HONEST with themselves. I can certainly empathize with clients who are anxious about or even fear change. Ambivalence regarding change is a common human struggle. However, if you are truly committed to eliminating your current distress, I would love to help in your journey toward a more fulfilling and rewarding life.
Therapy is a transformational process. If you are having a difficult time, you are going to need help navigating the struggles in your life. Two of the most common reasons that people come to therapy are they LACK BALANCE in their lives and have NOT BEEN HONEST with themselves. I can certainly empathize with clients who are anxious about or even fear change. Ambivalence regarding change is a common human struggle. However, if you are truly committed to eliminating your current distress, I would love to help in your journey toward a more fulfilling and rewarding life.
(714) 752-0927 View (714) 752-0927
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Ryan Heapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, DBT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
My mission is to help you create hope, purpose, and meaning in your life while having healthy relationships and achieving your dreams. You might be reading this after a fight or a breakup with your partner and need help understanding these out-of-control emotions. Maybe you're struggling to try to find that partner in the first place, or that career, purpose, and motivation. Tired of dealing with the same intrusive and anxious thoughts taking up your days and keeping you up at night while feeling stuck in the same place. But, you're ready for a change. Together, we can create that change and start building the life you deserve.
My mission is to help you create hope, purpose, and meaning in your life while having healthy relationships and achieving your dreams. You might be reading this after a fight or a breakup with your partner and need help understanding these out-of-control emotions. Maybe you're struggling to try to find that partner in the first place, or that career, purpose, and motivation. Tired of dealing with the same intrusive and anxious thoughts taking up your days and keeping you up at night while feeling stuck in the same place. But, you're ready for a change. Together, we can create that change and start building the life you deserve.
(949) 288-2696 View (949) 288-2696
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Alex Iacovitti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626  (Online Only)
Growth takes courage and commitment. Whether you want to make behavioral, emotional, relationship or interpersonal changes, I will help you explore the issues in depth. I want to hear and understand your story. I will bring compassion and kindness to our interactions and provide you with honest feedback. I look to create a strong therapeutic relationship that emphasizes safety, openness and compassion. I will support you by creating an open atmosphere with a sense of safety where you can explore the world with a sense of comfort.
Growth takes courage and commitment. Whether you want to make behavioral, emotional, relationship or interpersonal changes, I will help you explore the issues in depth. I want to hear and understand your story. I will bring compassion and kindness to our interactions and provide you with honest feedback. I look to create a strong therapeutic relationship that emphasizes safety, openness and compassion. I will support you by creating an open atmosphere with a sense of safety where you can explore the world with a sense of comfort.
(562) 454-1828 View (562) 454-1828
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Dr. Shaleise Collier
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Dr. Collier is a licensed neuropsychologist with particular expertise in brain structures and their impact on learning/behavior. Dr. Collier provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults with a variety of concerns, including (but not limited to): anxiety, OCD, depression, executive dysfunction (e.g., procrastination, impulsivity, motivation), social skills deficits and behavior challenges. Dr. Collier also specializes in the assessment and treatment of ADHD and has extensive experience providing behavior therapy to parents with children with ADHD and disruptive/oppositional behaviors.
Dr. Collier is a licensed neuropsychologist with particular expertise in brain structures and their impact on learning/behavior. Dr. Collier provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults with a variety of concerns, including (but not limited to): anxiety, OCD, depression, executive dysfunction (e.g., procrastination, impulsivity, motivation), social skills deficits and behavior challenges. Dr. Collier also specializes in the assessment and treatment of ADHD and has extensive experience providing behavior therapy to parents with children with ADHD and disruptive/oppositional behaviors.
(949) 696-5720 View (949) 696-5720
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Ryan Sauma
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Accepting new clients! Life's journey is a remarkable adventure filled with unexpected challenges and pains. I work with teens, adults, and couples to alleviate depression, anxiety, and trauma. I have specialized training and experience working with substance use disorders and addiction. I recognize the allure of quick fixes that offer immediate relief but often lead away from one's true self and cherished connections. In my practice, I employ evidence-based interventions from EMDR therapy, Motivational Interviewing, family systems, and Solution-Based treatment to guide you toward lasting positive change.
Accepting new clients! Life's journey is a remarkable adventure filled with unexpected challenges and pains. I work with teens, adults, and couples to alleviate depression, anxiety, and trauma. I have specialized training and experience working with substance use disorders and addiction. I recognize the allure of quick fixes that offer immediate relief but often lead away from one's true self and cherished connections. In my practice, I employ evidence-based interventions from EMDR therapy, Motivational Interviewing, family systems, and Solution-Based treatment to guide you toward lasting positive change.
(949) 990-6734 View (949) 990-6734
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Jessica Hassen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(310) 928-9383 View (310) 928-9383
Teen Therapists

What does therapy for teenagers look like?

When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?

There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?

You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.