First Responders Therapists in Chino, CA
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and uncover their path to healing and growth. My work is grounded in the belief that every person has the capacity for change, resilience, and connection, even in the face of profound struggle.
With a background in clinical psychology and specialized training in relational and systemic therapy, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotional experiences, relationships, and identities.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and uncover their path to healing and growth. My work is grounded in the belief that every person has the capacity for change, resilience, and connection, even in the face of profound struggle.
With a background in clinical psychology and specialized training in relational and systemic therapy, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotional experiences, relationships, and identities.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for more than twenty years, I am here to create space and come alongside you to offer empathy and support as we navigate life's challenges together. You are not alone and there is help! In person or via telehealth, I provide a safe space and confidential environment for you to share your deepest concerns. I specialize in various approaches/interventions scientifically proven as effective in working with individuals, couples, and children/ adolescents related to trauma, attachment, and identity.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for more than twenty years, I am here to create space and come alongside you to offer empathy and support as we navigate life's challenges together. You are not alone and there is help! In person or via telehealth, I provide a safe space and confidential environment for you to share your deepest concerns. I specialize in various approaches/interventions scientifically proven as effective in working with individuals, couples, and children/ adolescents related to trauma, attachment, and identity.
I work with people in high-stress jobs, such as military service members, veterans, first responders, and the family members who live with the ripple effects of those roles.
My work is straightforward and grounded in understanding service and high-stress life. With experience supporting veterans and working in specialty mental health, I understand both high-pressure roles and complex, long-term mental health challenges. We focus on practical ways to regain steadiness, clarity, and control. Dark humor and honesty are welcome.
I work with people in high-stress jobs, such as military service members, veterans, first responders, and the family members who live with the ripple effects of those roles.
My work is straightforward and grounded in understanding service and high-stress life. With experience supporting veterans and working in specialty mental health, I understand both high-pressure roles and complex, long-term mental health challenges. We focus on practical ways to regain steadiness, clarity, and control. Dark humor and honesty are welcome.
Some pain cannot be solved by coping strategies alone because it lives deeper than symptoms. You may be carrying trauma that still shapes your reactions, relationships caught in cycles you cannot break, grief that has changed the landscape of your life, anxiety that keeps you on edge, or faith that has become complicated, heavy, or wounded. I work with adults and couples who are ready to move beyond simply managing pain and begin healing at a deeper level.
Some pain cannot be solved by coping strategies alone because it lives deeper than symptoms. You may be carrying trauma that still shapes your reactions, relationships caught in cycles you cannot break, grief that has changed the landscape of your life, anxiety that keeps you on edge, or faith that has become complicated, heavy, or wounded. I work with adults and couples who are ready to move beyond simply managing pain and begin healing at a deeper level.
New Day Institute are outpatient mental health facilities that offers personalized and affordable care to the community. We are committed to providing a continuum of services that allow for treatment at the most appropriate level of care. New Day Recovery Center, part of the New Day Centers umbrella, was established to participate in county or state programs that require a non-profit entity. We ensure that our local communities have access to solid mental health support and care.
New Day Institute are outpatient mental health facilities that offers personalized and affordable care to the community. We are committed to providing a continuum of services that allow for treatment at the most appropriate level of care. New Day Recovery Center, part of the New Day Centers umbrella, was established to participate in county or state programs that require a non-profit entity. We ensure that our local communities have access to solid mental health support and care.
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John How, a board-certified emergency medicine physician and Medical Director of Stella Mental Health Irvine and San Diego (located in Encinitas).
At Stella Mental Health, we offer a holistic, multi-modality approach that combines traditional psychological treatments with innovative, effective treatments such as Spravato (esketamine), ketamine-assisted therapy, stellate ganglion blocks (SGB), medication management, integration and talk therapy.
John How, a board-certified emergency medicine physician and Medical Director of Stella Mental Health Irvine and San Diego (located in Encinitas).
At Stella Mental Health, we offer a holistic, multi-modality approach that combines traditional psychological treatments with innovative, effective treatments such as Spravato (esketamine), ketamine-assisted therapy, stellate ganglion blocks (SGB), medication management, integration and talk therapy.
I have extensive experience with adolescents, adults, and first responders, and I believe that no matter where you are in life or what you're struggling with, you don't have to travel it alone.
I'm a trauma-focused EMDR therapist with a foundation in evidence based modalities, CBT, DBT, and Existential therapy. For the past 3 years, I've been a therapist and director for both adult and adolescent treatment programs, so I've worked with a whole spectrum of mental health issues, including grief, depression, anxiety, trauma.
I have extensive experience with adolescents, adults, and first responders, and I believe that no matter where you are in life or what you're struggling with, you don't have to travel it alone.
I'm a trauma-focused EMDR therapist with a foundation in evidence based modalities, CBT, DBT, and Existential therapy. For the past 3 years, I've been a therapist and director for both adult and adolescent treatment programs, so I've worked with a whole spectrum of mental health issues, including grief, depression, anxiety, trauma.
Sources of trauma include: accidents, traumatic loss, complicated grief, childhood trauma (including that which has been buried for years), COSR (combat/operational stress reaction), PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), ASR (acute stress reaction), and secondary trauma from service as (and/or with) the Military, various Agencies, Medical / Frontline / First Responders, Search & Rescue, Firefighters and Law Enforcement personnel, among others.
Values inspired by my WWII combat-veteran father and RN mother have informed my work w/ First Responders, LEO, & military mbrs since 2007 at Evans Army Hospital, Ft Carson, CO; inpatient chemical dependency and military PTSD programs at Cedar Spgs Hospital, and in private practice.
Sources of trauma include: accidents, traumatic loss, complicated grief, childhood trauma (including that which has been buried for years), COSR (combat/operational stress reaction), PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), ASR (acute stress reaction), and secondary trauma from service as (and/or with) the Military, various Agencies, Medical / Frontline / First Responders, Search & Rescue, Firefighters and Law Enforcement personnel, among others.
Values inspired by my WWII combat-veteran father and RN mother have informed my work w/ First Responders, LEO, & military mbrs since 2007 at Evans Army Hospital, Ft Carson, CO; inpatient chemical dependency and military PTSD programs at Cedar Spgs Hospital, and in private practice.
If you’re looking for quality Private Counseling sessions with providers who care, then you’ve come to the right place. At our group practice, Bellator Psychological and Consultants Corporation, we guide our patients every step of the way and implement methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Clearing away obstacles and dysfunction can occur faster than expected and allow us to engage life with a clear mind, a healthy view, and joy.
If you’re looking for quality Private Counseling sessions with providers who care, then you’ve come to the right place. At our group practice, Bellator Psychological and Consultants Corporation, we guide our patients every step of the way and implement methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Clearing away obstacles and dysfunction can occur faster than expected and allow us to engage life with a clear mind, a healthy view, and joy.
I am trained in EMDR, Couples and Sex Therapy, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, and First Responders.
Unfortunately, life has many obstacles and challenges leading to feelings of sadness, pain, confusion, and anger. Often individuals and couples feel stuck and don't know how to move forward. This time can feel very lonely and scary. My role as a therapist is to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental environment to process thoughts and feelings, as well as guide you in developing insight and identifying skills to help you live a happier and healthier life. I am committed in helping you heal and grow.
I am trained in EMDR, Couples and Sex Therapy, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, and First Responders.
Unfortunately, life has many obstacles and challenges leading to feelings of sadness, pain, confusion, and anger. Often individuals and couples feel stuck and don't know how to move forward. This time can feel very lonely and scary. My role as a therapist is to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental environment to process thoughts and feelings, as well as guide you in developing insight and identifying skills to help you live a happier and healthier life. I am committed in helping you heal and grow.
My experience working with first responders and veterans has allowed me to become well-versed in treating complex trauma.
I am passionate about what I do because I have been in your shoes! Going to therapy and talking to someone about our issues can be scary, and I am here to tell you that it does not have to be. In my time of being a therapist, I have found that many people struggle with a mental health issue and may not even know it. My goal through therapy is not to provide you with the answers, but to help you navigate them yourself. Throughout this process, we can get you to a place of self-compassion, self-love and gaining empowerment.
My experience working with first responders and veterans has allowed me to become well-versed in treating complex trauma.
I am passionate about what I do because I have been in your shoes! Going to therapy and talking to someone about our issues can be scary, and I am here to tell you that it does not have to be. In my time of being a therapist, I have found that many people struggle with a mental health issue and may not even know it. My goal through therapy is not to provide you with the answers, but to help you navigate them yourself. Throughout this process, we can get you to a place of self-compassion, self-love and gaining empowerment.
I help individuals, couples, and/or families grow toward healing and health through integrative therapy. Throughout the lifespan many things can happen to interfere with our relational health- addiction, body image, trauma, depression, just to name a few- and I have experience guiding my clients through them all. Together we will work towards you, your relationships, or your family system becoming its most empowered and functional.
I help individuals, couples, and/or families grow toward healing and health through integrative therapy. Throughout the lifespan many things can happen to interfere with our relational health- addiction, body image, trauma, depression, just to name a few- and I have experience guiding my clients through them all. Together we will work towards you, your relationships, or your family system becoming its most empowered and functional.
As first responders and emergency workers, you’re trained to stay sharp.
Therapy should make life easier: less edge, more patience, faster decompression.
We’ll keep it practical, with clear goals and week-to-week tracking. We’ll use EMDR if trauma symptoms are present—an evidence-based treatment for reducing hyperarousal and shutdown. I worked for eight years as a crisis counselor, and I’m familiar with emergency work culture.
As first responders and emergency workers, you’re trained to stay sharp.
Therapy should make life easier: less edge, more patience, faster decompression.
We’ll keep it practical, with clear goals and week-to-week tracking. We’ll use EMDR if trauma symptoms are present—an evidence-based treatment for reducing hyperarousal and shutdown. I worked for eight years as a crisis counselor, and I’m familiar with emergency work culture.
The thought of going to therapy can be overwhelming and scary, but it doesn't have to be. As your therapist, I will hold a safe space for you, free from judgement and provide plenty of support. This will be a place where you can heal from past traumas and/or present issues that are making you feel stuck. I will meet you where you are and only take you where you want to go. I have over eight years of experience in both mental health and hospital settings. I started my career as an ER Social Worker at CHOC and most recently was with the County of Orange providing psychological evaluations for suicidal and homicidal minors.
The thought of going to therapy can be overwhelming and scary, but it doesn't have to be. As your therapist, I will hold a safe space for you, free from judgement and provide plenty of support. This will be a place where you can heal from past traumas and/or present issues that are making you feel stuck. I will meet you where you are and only take you where you want to go. I have over eight years of experience in both mental health and hospital settings. I started my career as an ER Social Worker at CHOC and most recently was with the County of Orange providing psychological evaluations for suicidal and homicidal minors.
Do you feel like you’re always performing — at work, at home, for everyone around you
— but quietly wonder if this is all there is? Are you someone who shows up for everyone
else but struggles to ask for help yourself? Maybe you’re moving through a major life
change, carrying grief or loss, or navigating a trauma that never quite got addressed.
Whether you’re a high achiever running on empty, a first responder who has seen too
much, or someone simply trying to figure out who you are on the other side of
something hard, you’re not broken. You’re human. And you deserve support too.
Do you feel like you’re always performing — at work, at home, for everyone around you
— but quietly wonder if this is all there is? Are you someone who shows up for everyone
else but struggles to ask for help yourself? Maybe you’re moving through a major life
change, carrying grief or loss, or navigating a trauma that never quite got addressed.
Whether you’re a high achiever running on empty, a first responder who has seen too
much, or someone simply trying to figure out who you are on the other side of
something hard, you’re not broken. You’re human. And you deserve support too.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who provides individual therapy using an eclectic framework.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who provides individual therapy using an eclectic framework.
I specialize in working with first responders and adults who appear to have it together but feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted underneath.
I specialize in working with anxiety, burnout, and trauma-related concerns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical—helping you understand patterns, develop coping tools, and process deeper experiences. Together, we focus on creating meaningful and lasting change.
I specialize in working with first responders and adults who appear to have it together but feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted underneath.
I specialize in working with anxiety, burnout, and trauma-related concerns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical—helping you understand patterns, develop coping tools, and process deeper experiences. Together, we focus on creating meaningful and lasting change.
Target population: Law Enforcement/ First Responders, Military, Athletes, Couples, Families, and individuals ages 10+
Specializes in Christian Counseling, Anxiety disorders, depression, grief, and relational issues integrating Existential, Psychodynamic and Humanistic Psychotherapy as a foundation toward healing. Treatment modalities include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Family systems and mindfulness techniques.
Target population: Law Enforcement/ First Responders, Military, Athletes, Couples, Families, and individuals ages 10+
Specializes in Christian Counseling, Anxiety disorders, depression, grief, and relational issues integrating Existential, Psychodynamic and Humanistic Psychotherapy as a foundation toward healing. Treatment modalities include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Family systems and mindfulness techniques.
I work with adults, teens, children, couples, and families, with a strong passion for seniors and first responders.
I specialize in client-centered, trauma-informed care, including EMDR. I help clients move through difficult past or present experiences, navigate major life transitions, and build healthier, more connected relationships. My approach is steady, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based practice.
I work with adults, teens, children, couples, and families, with a strong passion for seniors and first responders.
I specialize in client-centered, trauma-informed care, including EMDR. I help clients move through difficult past or present experiences, navigate major life transitions, and build healthier, more connected relationships. My approach is steady, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based practice.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I am glad you are here. I work with individuals who are navigating life transitions, emotional stress, and relationship challenges. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel safe being yourself while working toward meaningful change at your own pace. I aim to make therapy feel like a genuine, respectful dialogue. I offer thoughtful feedback, ask reflective questions, and support you in gaining insight and clarity. My goal is for sessions to feel collaborative and meaningful- a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I am glad you are here. I work with individuals who are navigating life transitions, emotional stress, and relationship challenges. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel safe being yourself while working toward meaningful change at your own pace. I aim to make therapy feel like a genuine, respectful dialogue. I offer thoughtful feedback, ask reflective questions, and support you in gaining insight and clarity. My goal is for sessions to feel collaborative and meaningful- a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported.
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Why is mental health important for first responders?
As part of their work, first responders are often exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and physical injury that can put them at a greater risk for serious mental health conditions than the general population. Conditions like PTSD, anxiety, substance use, and depression are more common in first responders, which can greatly reduce quality of life and lead to burnout, sleep disruption, and even suicidal thoughts. Therapy can offer an opportunity for first responders to process difficult on-the-job experiences and develop coping skills to better manage any mental health symptoms they may experience.
How can first responders get access to mental health support?
Many first responders can access therapy for free or at a very low cost through their employer, such as through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Workplaces may also offer or have referral recommendations for support groups, where first responders can meet with others in their profession to receive support. Individuals who would like to access mental health services outside of their employer may use their insurance benefits to see a therapist, which they can find by searching for therapists online or asking for recommendations from their primary care physician.
What type of therapy is best for first responders?
The best therapy approach depends on the mental health concerns of the client. Since many first responders struggle with trauma or PTSD, they may benefit from trauma-specific therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Exposure Therapy, or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Individuals with symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress may alternatively benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based therapeutic approaches, which can help clients develop coping skills to manage distressing thoughts.
Can therapy for first responders help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in both treating and preventing trauma and PTSD in first responders. Typically, therapy for trauma and PTSD focuses on developing stress management skills and managing intrusive or unwanted thoughts. Therapists working with first responders often help clients strengthen their relationships and reduce harmful coping mechanisms, such as excessive substance use. Additionally, therapists assist first responders in establishing daily habits that support overall mental and physical health and enhance resilience to future stress, such as regular physical exercise, mindfulness practices, and improved eating habits.