Adoption Therapists in 92647
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre- adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre- adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre- adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre- adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
My areas of focus are trauma, anxiety, grief, behavioral issues, anger management, social skills, self-esteem, family dynamics, personal growth, high-stress environments, adoption, and medical patient/caregiver support.
My goal in sessions is for clients to feel self-aware, empowered, and grounded in who they are to better connect with the person they want to become. This therapeutic approach can help address anxiety symptoms, lack of identity, pressured performance, depression, and lack of communication skills. I, Jennifer Kuchler LMFT 138153, am committed to creating an environment for clients to feel safe and comfortable to open up about difficult topics.
My areas of focus are trauma, anxiety, grief, behavioral issues, anger management, social skills, self-esteem, family dynamics, personal growth, high-stress environments, adoption, and medical patient/caregiver support.
My goal in sessions is for clients to feel self-aware, empowered, and grounded in who they are to better connect with the person they want to become. This therapeutic approach can help address anxiety symptoms, lack of identity, pressured performance, depression, and lack of communication skills. I, Jennifer Kuchler LMFT 138153, am committed to creating an environment for clients to feel safe and comfortable to open up about difficult topics.
JoAnn Fitzpatrick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
You may be a parent worried about your teenager, a college student struggling to become independent, or an adult feeling "stuck" or unhappy in life. These are all very familiar experiences that I treat within my private practice. I have been helping adolescents, young adults & their families adapt, grow and thrive for over twenty years. Whether it is helping with the normal growing pains that are present at any age or helping to identify and address more serious issues (chronic mental illness, trauma, addiction, abuse, attachment disruptions/ adoption), creating a supportive therapeutic environment to maximize healthy growth is my goal.
You may be a parent worried about your teenager, a college student struggling to become independent, or an adult feeling "stuck" or unhappy in life. These are all very familiar experiences that I treat within my private practice. I have been helping adolescents, young adults & their families adapt, grow and thrive for over twenty years. Whether it is helping with the normal growing pains that are present at any age or helping to identify and address more serious issues (chronic mental illness, trauma, addiction, abuse, attachment disruptions/ adoption), creating a supportive therapeutic environment to maximize healthy growth is my goal.
Carolyn Mendoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
If you find yourself feeling lost, isolated, depressed and unable to make positive changes in your life, then I can help. I can work with you to gain more fulfillment in your own life with your partner, family, children or friends. My clients state that my caring heart and non-judgmental style are key factors which help them navigate through difficult times. I will walk with you and together we will move towards a brighter future.
If you find yourself feeling lost, isolated, depressed and unable to make positive changes in your life, then I can help. I can work with you to gain more fulfillment in your own life with your partner, family, children or friends. My clients state that my caring heart and non-judgmental style are key factors which help them navigate through difficult times. I will walk with you and together we will move towards a brighter future.
Whether simple change, or complete transformation, a personal goal of becoming more aware, resolving inner conflict, committing to personal therapy is a significant step in the direction of accomplishing your goal. Therapy with Jamie Franklin is a sacred space. A space where your comfort and vulnerability are prioritized to achieve maximum safety to explore thoughts, feelings, actions, and patterns. I enjoy witnessing the enlightenment process as well as cheering on clients as they reach their full potential. I work from a posture of genuine curiosity to assist clients achieve their desired change.
Whether simple change, or complete transformation, a personal goal of becoming more aware, resolving inner conflict, committing to personal therapy is a significant step in the direction of accomplishing your goal. Therapy with Jamie Franklin is a sacred space. A space where your comfort and vulnerability are prioritized to achieve maximum safety to explore thoughts, feelings, actions, and patterns. I enjoy witnessing the enlightenment process as well as cheering on clients as they reach their full potential. I work from a posture of genuine curiosity to assist clients achieve their desired change.
Anna Elizabeth Morley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
My goal is to assist teens and their families establish healthy communication and connection. I offer warmth and empathy, coupled with education, experience, and evidence-based tools. For the past ten years I have help teens improve their self-concept, establish healthy boundaries, improve mood, and work through traumas. Also, my training in family systems theory allows me to understand the important role each family member plays in the well-being of their child. Therefore, I work with parents on providing the support and structure needed to help their teen strive.
My goal is to assist teens and their families establish healthy communication and connection. I offer warmth and empathy, coupled with education, experience, and evidence-based tools. For the past ten years I have help teens improve their self-concept, establish healthy boundaries, improve mood, and work through traumas. Also, my training in family systems theory allows me to understand the important role each family member plays in the well-being of their child. Therefore, I work with parents on providing the support and structure needed to help their teen strive.
As a licensed clinical psychologist and nationally certified school psychologist, I have experience working with a wide range of childhood and parenting issues. I have worked in schools, clinics, hospitals, research centers, and have also taught at the graduate-level. My approach involves first deeply understanding the multiple aspects of a person's situation and then using research-based treatments and processing to provide support. I am especially interested in helping boys and young men navigate these complicated times along with helping fathers who are interested strengthen their relationship with their children.
As a licensed clinical psychologist and nationally certified school psychologist, I have experience working with a wide range of childhood and parenting issues. I have worked in schools, clinics, hospitals, research centers, and have also taught at the graduate-level. My approach involves first deeply understanding the multiple aspects of a person's situation and then using research-based treatments and processing to provide support. I am especially interested in helping boys and young men navigate these complicated times along with helping fathers who are interested strengthen their relationship with their children.
Alejandra Rose
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (Online Only)
An intention I carry in my work is to aid clients in healing their relationship with their bodies, whether because of experiences with childhood or complex trauma, from patterns of disordered eating, from being transgender or gender non-conforming, and/or living with chronic pain or chronic illness. All of these experiences can complicate our relationship with our body, but with a safe and supportive space like therapy, we can heal this relationship.
An intention I carry in my work is to aid clients in healing their relationship with their bodies, whether because of experiences with childhood or complex trauma, from patterns of disordered eating, from being transgender or gender non-conforming, and/or living with chronic pain or chronic illness. All of these experiences can complicate our relationship with our body, but with a safe and supportive space like therapy, we can heal this relationship.
Jennifer H Colesen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
The healing process begins with choosing a therapist with whom you are comfortable. You may be overwhelmed by trying to manage problems, conflicts, personal performance, or transitions in your life, and find that the support of family and friends is not sufficient. My approach as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive, and confidential environment, and to partner with my clients to not only alleviate the presenting symptoms, but also their underlying causes.
The healing process begins with choosing a therapist with whom you are comfortable. You may be overwhelmed by trying to manage problems, conflicts, personal performance, or transitions in your life, and find that the support of family and friends is not sufficient. My approach as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive, and confidential environment, and to partner with my clients to not only alleviate the presenting symptoms, but also their underlying causes.
Adam Grindlinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
As a parent, there is nothing that you wouldn't do for your child and their success. However, sometimes the day to day stress and demands of everyday life impact our relationships in a negative way. I have over 15 years experience working directly with children, adolescents, and families struggling with a variety of issues.
As a parent, there is nothing that you wouldn't do for your child and their success. However, sometimes the day to day stress and demands of everyday life impact our relationships in a negative way. I have over 15 years experience working directly with children, adolescents, and families struggling with a variety of issues.
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Are you angry, irritable, stressed, or just frustrated that your life has not turned out the way you hoped? Tired of feeling depressed or anxious? Are financial concerns worrying you or making you feel anxious? Maybe you don't notice feeling any differently, but you're having problems with people at work, friends, family or other relationships.
While my business is varied, I truly enjoy providing therapy. My clients are typically intelligent and motivated and just need some help with a particular crisis, anger issues, career transition, financial problem, relationship problem (couples and families), mental health problem or legal issue.
Are you angry, irritable, stressed, or just frustrated that your life has not turned out the way you hoped? Tired of feeling depressed or anxious? Are financial concerns worrying you or making you feel anxious? Maybe you don't notice feeling any differently, but you're having problems with people at work, friends, family or other relationships.
While my business is varied, I truly enjoy providing therapy. My clients are typically intelligent and motivated and just need some help with a particular crisis, anger issues, career transition, financial problem, relationship problem (couples and families), mental health problem or legal issue.
Hello, my name is Sydney Haynes, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I tend to take an integrative approach to therapy which means I take elements from different therapeutic approaches to tailor treatment to your individual needs. I work with most client populations and have a broad area of practice. I want to work with you to find out what you need to live your best life, let's start this journey together!
Hello, my name is Sydney Haynes, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I tend to take an integrative approach to therapy which means I take elements from different therapeutic approaches to tailor treatment to your individual needs. I work with most client populations and have a broad area of practice. I want to work with you to find out what you need to live your best life, let's start this journey together!
I am a licensed psychologist. My work is based on the contemporary research in the areas of development, attachment, neuropsychology, and psychoanalysis. This research indicates that a therapeutic relationship can help rework a person's internal emotional world and cognitive capabilities. The growth in therapy allows individuals to engage in more genuine and intimate relationships with others and to see themselves differently. It helps them be more effective in school and at work. I use a compassionate, practical, relational, and researched approach to help clients achieve meaningful lasting change.
I am a licensed psychologist. My work is based on the contemporary research in the areas of development, attachment, neuropsychology, and psychoanalysis. This research indicates that a therapeutic relationship can help rework a person's internal emotional world and cognitive capabilities. The growth in therapy allows individuals to engage in more genuine and intimate relationships with others and to see themselves differently. It helps them be more effective in school and at work. I use a compassionate, practical, relational, and researched approach to help clients achieve meaningful lasting change.
Ashley Avila
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW, 111548
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (Online Only)
As an Associate Clinical Social Worker I specialize in treating depression, anxiety and mood disorders. My goal is to support you in seeking the best version of yourself. I believe you are the expert on your own experience. It is my hope that together we can co-create the safety within our session to take off the mask and face the struggles you are dealing with together. I utilize evidence based practices such as CBT, DBT, SFBT, MI and ACT to teach you the skills you need to best navigate through difficult life circumstances. I have worked in a variety of professional settings including at the US Department of Veterans Affairs .
As an Associate Clinical Social Worker I specialize in treating depression, anxiety and mood disorders. My goal is to support you in seeking the best version of yourself. I believe you are the expert on your own experience. It is my hope that together we can co-create the safety within our session to take off the mask and face the struggles you are dealing with together. I utilize evidence based practices such as CBT, DBT, SFBT, MI and ACT to teach you the skills you need to best navigate through difficult life circumstances. I have worked in a variety of professional settings including at the US Department of Veterans Affairs .
Insight Children and Family Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
At Insight Children & Family Therapy Center, we go beyond traditional therapy by creating a compassionate haven where children, adolescents, and young adults can express themselves freely and feel understood. Our therapists are more than professionals; they are trusted companions on the path to healing and growth.
At Insight Children & Family Therapy Center, we go beyond traditional therapy by creating a compassionate haven where children, adolescents, and young adults can express themselves freely and feel understood. Our therapists are more than professionals; they are trusted companions on the path to healing and growth.
Mary E Lama
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Waitlist for new clients
We are all on our own journey in life, filled with experiences big and small that have shaped our present. At times we all have our own work to do to feel mentally healthy and balanced in our relationship with ourselves and others. Therapy is a courageous and powerful step for your journey, helping you grow and/or heal to reach the goals you desire. By meeting you where you are at emotionally/mentally we work for you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, discover patterns in your life and learn skills for you to reach your goals.
We are all on our own journey in life, filled with experiences big and small that have shaped our present. At times we all have our own work to do to feel mentally healthy and balanced in our relationship with ourselves and others. Therapy is a courageous and powerful step for your journey, helping you grow and/or heal to reach the goals you desire. By meeting you where you are at emotionally/mentally we work for you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, discover patterns in your life and learn skills for you to reach your goals.
Jamie Boylan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (Online Only)
Hello! Are you struggling with relationships, trauma or just difficult life experiences? Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions, struggling to cope through the stress, anxiety or depression in your life? I know taking the step towards therapy can be overwhelming, but it also speaks to your desire to see change and healing. I’m ready to help you reach your goals and provide the support you need. I work collaboratively with teens and adults to create goals, build tools and get to the depth of the situations and wounds that can be triggers.
Hello! Are you struggling with relationships, trauma or just difficult life experiences? Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions, struggling to cope through the stress, anxiety or depression in your life? I know taking the step towards therapy can be overwhelming, but it also speaks to your desire to see change and healing. I’m ready to help you reach your goals and provide the support you need. I work collaboratively with teens and adults to create goals, build tools and get to the depth of the situations and wounds that can be triggers.
Heather M Browne
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
This isn't what you signed up for... It's just not working. You've been strong. You've been able to keep it together for a long time. But now you feel overwhelmed. You don't have to go through this alone. Let me help you get through this tough time...stuck place...lousy situation. Let me help you rediscover your joy. I use compassion, encouragement, humor and direction in therapy. I want to make this a safe and dynamic place for you to grow and change. I am a TedX speaker and an author. Please go to my website to see both!
This isn't what you signed up for... It's just not working. You've been strong. You've been able to keep it together for a long time. But now you feel overwhelmed. You don't have to go through this alone. Let me help you get through this tough time...stuck place...lousy situation. Let me help you rediscover your joy. I use compassion, encouragement, humor and direction in therapy. I want to make this a safe and dynamic place for you to grow and change. I am a TedX speaker and an author. Please go to my website to see both!
We have current availability with both male and female therapists for weekly teen therapy and family therapy. Let us help you today!
We have current availability with both male and female therapists for weekly teen therapy and family therapy. Let us help you today!
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.