Bri Gonzalez

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Bri Gonzalez

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

4 Endorsed

1000 Quail Street, Suite 170, Newport Beach, CA 92660

(949) 779-8819

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Hi, I’m Bri (legally registered as Brianna Gonzalez), a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in California. My work is centered around helping clients understand why they feel the way they do, not just how to cope with it. You appear strong and capable, but inside you feel anxious, unseen, or disconnected. You want to understand yourself on a deeper level, break unhealthy patterns, and feel more grounded in who you are. Together, we’ll explore your past with compassion, uncover the roots of your struggles, and help you build a more confident, connected, and authentic version of yourself.

I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating grief, loss, and the quiet pain that often goes unseen by others. Whether you’ve lost a loved one, a relationship, a version of yourself, or the future you imagined, my goal is to help you feel understood, grounded, and emotionally safe enough to begin healing.

You don’t have to keep carrying it all on your own. Therapy is a space to slow down, feel seen, and gain a deeper understanding of yourself in new ways. If you’re ready to explore what’s beneath the surface and create lasting change, I’d be honored to walk alongside you in that process.

Call or Email Bri Gonzalez now for a free 15 minute consultation - (949) 779-8819

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1000 Quail Street

Suite 170

Newport Beach, CA 92660 map

(949) 779-8819

I offer therapy sessions in person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings!

I specialize in Grief, Trauma and PTSD and Life Coaching

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (949) 779-8819

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1000 Quail Street

Suite 170

Newport Beach, CA 92660 map

(949) 779-8819

I offer therapy sessions in person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings!

I specialize in Grief, Trauma and PTSD and Life Coaching

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $175
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Venmo, Zelle

Insurance

Aetna
Cigna and Evernorth
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

I understand how tough times can be. Please reach out if you can't use insurance, and I can work with you for an out-of-pocket price that keeps therapy affordable.

Bri Gonzalez

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 779-8819

I understand how tough times can be. Please reach out if you can't use insurance, and I can work with you for an out-of-pocket price that keeps therapy affordable.

Bri Gonzalez

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 779-8819

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / AMFT157154 Supervised by Lori Lawton (California / LMFT115238) Bri Gonzalez

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 1 year

Attended Pepperdine University, Masters Degree, Graduated 2025

I have certifications in trauma-informed therapy, internal family systems informed therapy, and dialectical behavioral informed therapy!

Bri Gonzalez

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 779-8819

I have certifications in trauma-informed therapy, internal family systems informed therapy, and dialectical behavioral informed therapy!

Bri Gonzalez

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 779-8819

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Grief
Trauma and PTSD
Life Coaching

Expertise

Anxiety
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Career Counseling
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Eating Disorders
First Responders
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Sleep or Insomnia
Spirituality
Sports Performance
Stress
Substance Use
Women's Issues

I help teens, adults, and couples navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and grief. My approach blends warmth with direct insight to uncover root patterns, strengthen emotional awareness, and support meaningful, lasting change. Together, we build the skills needed to feel grounded and empowered.

Bri Gonzalez

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 779-8819

Bri Gonzalez

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 779-8819

4 Endorsements

Nic Valko

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, EMDR

If there's anyone I'd trust with my mental health journey, it's Bri. She embodies what makes a great therapist-compassionate, skilled, and dedicated therapist. If you're considering working with her, I highly recommend it.

Taylor Lee Korb

Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC

Bri has such a genuine, caring energy. She listens with empathy, speaks with honesty, and helps you feel safe to be yourself. If you're looking for someone who truly gets it and will walk beside you every step of the way, Bri is the therapist for you.

Lori D Lawton

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT

Bri is a bright and compassionate therapist. Her warmth and kindness put clients at ease, and her insight brings real depth to her work. She combines sensitivity with professionalism in a way that genuinely supports healing and growth.

Lisa L Popper

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC

I highly recommend Bri (Brianna Gonzalez). She helps clients understand their feelings, uncover patterns, and work through grief, loss, and anxiety. Compassionate and insightful, she creates a safe space to build confidence, connection, and lasting change.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Queer Allied

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Eclectic
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Psychodynamic
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

I use a psychodynamic, attachment-focused approach alongside CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed techniques. I help clients explore their inner world, understand patterns that shape their lives, and develop supportive skills in a compassionate, grounding, and collaborative space.

Bri Gonzalez

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 779-8819

Bri Gonzalez

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 779-8819

Location

Primary Location

1000 Quail Street

Suite 170

Newport Beach, CA 92660

(949) 779-8819

Email me

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Orange

Zips

Neighborhoods

Turtle Rock

I offer therapy sessions in person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings!

Bri Gonzalez

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (949) 779-8819

I offer therapy sessions in person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings!

Bri Gonzalez

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (949) 779-8819

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