Therapists in Brea, CA

Ready to leave the past behind, looking for effective ways to cope with reactions and impulsivity; want improve communication and develop stronger relationships? I can help those struggling to live a healthy and productive life through somatic and emotional awareness. As a trauma therapist, creating meaning of past events and current behaviors is essential to move forward adaptively. I want to focus on supporting a healthy community by empowering individuals and families to take control of their lives with emotional stability and physical movement. I welcome you to join me on the journey to wellness.

I believe that there is healing and growth that comes from fostering a space for other’s to share their life story. In facilitating this process, I will help you process life's events, discover your strengths and areas to improve, and support you in crossing the bridge to your next level. While I am qualified to work with a range of issues, I especially enjoy working with parents, children, youth and couples by supporting their development, facilitating their personal autonomy, and helping them navigate through challenging times.

Your struggles and your stories are unique to you and can get in the way of the successes you want to have. I enjoy working with adults and young adults who are looking to be healthier mentally and develop skills to manage emotional stresses and responses. I also enjoy working with couples in traditional and non-traditional relationships. I am open to different spiritualities and friendly to LGBTQIA individuals. I have experience working with caregivers of seniors with dementia, mood disorders, relationship issues, addiction, and family dysfunction. I provide a culturally sensitive therapeutic space that is non-judgmental.

From navigating the unique issues that face children and teens to working with those struggling with infertility & pregnancy loss, my goal is to sit with those who are seeking understanding and healing and meet them where they’re at! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I’m passionate about what I do! I specialize in working with children, teens, families, infertility & pregnancy loss, as well as recent or past trauma. I am EMDR trained and utilize this tool to help those who’ve experienced trauma. My practice is growing and I have 5 Associates in my group who are accepting clients as well!

Updated 06/2023: Yes, I am currently accepting new clients. Searching for a therapist is not easy! I recognize this and will respond to therapy inquiries within two business days. If you're searching for a therapist, my guess is you've tried everything else and the feelings of overwhelm simply won't go away. Maybe your mind is holding on to the same negative thought; it feels heavy, and it’s exhausting. You might be looking for a safe place to simply catch your breath – a place to process and re-group. This is where our path cross.

I work with a wide range of diverse presenting problems affecting individuals, couples, families, and groups. I bring a wealth of experience treating populations with substance use disorders, process addictions, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, mental health issues, and forensics for people interacting with the legal system. Some areas of specialty include Trauma, Addiction, Gambling Disorder, Dual Diagnosis, and Life Transitions.

Life can come at you pretty hard sometimes. Even when it’s not, sometimes things just aren’t working the way you want them to. That is why taking that first step and reaching out to ask for help is one of the strongest and most powerful things you can do. Therapy has been transformative in my own life and I’m hoping it can help you too. My therapeutic approach starts with you. I believe you are your own best counselor, sometimes you just need help getting started or with where you might be stuck.

Accepting New Client! Are you feeling “depressed”, "worried", and “anxious” navigating through life transitions? Do you feel stuck in the past? Is your emotional distress due to your relationship, trauma, grief, or sexual identity? Do you feel, I/We have tried everything, but nothing seems to work. Are you tired of giving explanations about your culture and immigration challenges? Are you looking for a non-judgmental and a safe place to unravel your life stories? If so, this is the therapist who wants to help individuals, couples, and families by meeting them where they are at, and instilling hope and positive resources within them.

My clients come from many walks of life but have one thing in common - they would like to improve their overall quality of life. Perhaps the wounds from their past or stressors from their present are adversely impacting their lives. My goal is to work collaboratively with my clients to improve their current level of functioning. My practice includes working with adults, college students, adolescents, couples, and families. I also co-lead groups with my husband who is also a psychotherapist, and I work with master's level and doctorate interns who are completing their therapy/supervison hours for licensing.

I work with individuals and couples from different backgrounds facing a broad range of issues. The stressors of our daily life and past traumas can be overwhelming. I care deeply about creating a genuine and safe environment to help my clients progress and grow. I am passionate about assisting my clients reach their goals, process difficult experiences, and overall, find ways to heal. I believe that each person deserves support to manage life challenges and gain the tools needed to overcome barriers.

Starting now, you can begin a new journey toward a brighter path for yourself – one filled with acceptance, growth, empowerment and well-being. I am inspired by the courage it takes to make a step toward bettering your life. You are already on your way to uncovering your potential and creating the life you want for yourself. Whatever obstacles and struggles someone may be going through in life, I consider it a privilege to help them deal with them. I understand that the clients I see are entrusting me to give them the right resources to guide them down a new path, with a new perspective, so they can achieve their own goals.

Have you ever asked yourself, "Will I ever be happy again?" I'm here to tell you that the answer is YES! You can feel happy again and you don't have to work through these difficult feelings alone. Struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, and chronic stress can be debilitating and leave us feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and hopeless. My goal is to provide a safe and compassionate space to work with you on your journey of healing, growth, and happiness. I will meet you exactly where you are in your process and provide treatment that is tailored specifically to your needs.

Dr. Grimes enjoys providing individual, couple, marital, family, and child therapy. He is also trained to treat sexual abuse and clients dealing with both addiction and mental illness. Interests include but are not limited to attachment theory and spiritual formation throughout life. Dr. Grimes has been in practice for 11 years providing psychological services to a wide variety of issues and populations. He is trained in EMDR a treatment modality that is very effective in relieving trauma.

Licensed in CA and FL. Hi I am Irene Nunez, LCSW. I would be honored to be invited to provide you with a safe place to tell your story and to be a part of your healing journey. I have so much admiration and gratitude for you and your willingness to begin your healing. You may be feeling some discomfort or worry about beginning this journey. I welcome this discomfort and worry as I know taking that first step can bring up several emotions and physical discomfort in our bodies. In my practice, I will walk along side you & this discomfort to help you find the most appropriate path of healing that is unique to your needs.

In a world that has been deeply affected by a global pandemic, many of us find ourselves overwhelmed, anxious and in need of extra support. Cura Counseling exists to provide that support. Whether you are looking for help with interpersonal relationships, tools for managing anxiety and depression, or help growing in deeper insight and awareness of self, we are here to come alongside you in your personal journey toward mental and emotional flourishing. Cura Counseling exists to help individuals and couples to explore the impact of life's challenges and provide partnership that can equip all with tools for navigating life's stressors.

Change can be stressful. LIFE can be stressful! Sometimes, the transition might be the birth of a child, a new job, a new relationship or it could involve the loss of a loved one, or coping with a family member being ill. I am particularly passionate about helping women, especially those entering parenthood, those living with grief & loss or those entering a new stage of life. If you feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, sadness or even hopelessness, you do not have to feel alone. Those recurring thoughts of self doubt or painful relational patterns CAN be changed.

I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relational conflict, identity concerns, loneliness, and issues with faith and spirituality. I have a passion for working with people struggling with shame and self-criticism and find joy in helping people better their relationship with themselves and others.

Sexual Health is for Everyone! Are you disabled? Neurodivergent? Chronic Pain? Do you have something getting in the way of understanding how you can have sexual experiences, either individually or partnered, that bring you joy and satisfaction, but struggle to know how? I want to be here to support and help you achieve sexual health that makes sense in your life. If you are a parent of a child facing some of these questions and concerns, I am here for you too!