Therapists in Dana Point, CA
Dee Lewke
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADCII, SAP, NCACI, MATC, CCTP
Verified
Verified
Being a person in long term recovery, 30+ years, I understand this search might feel challenging. We provide a compassionate and empathetic approach to drug & alcohol counseling, incorporating the many underlining issues that increase our desire/need to self medicate. I like to ask, in the words of Dr. Gabor Mate’, ‘why the pain, not why the addiction?” We know that addiction is often the way we manage pain that feels unmanageable. A coping skill if you will. The pain and ‘dis-ease’, and dis-comfort could stem from an underlining mental health disorder, unresolved feelings related to grief and loss and often trauma
Ronald Glenn Israel
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LAADC, ICADC
Verified
Verified
If you are having difficulty getting sober and staying sober, or you find your addiction is causing your life to become unmanageable, it's time to get help. I can provide you with a complete assessment ,treatment recommendations and referrals for detox, sober living or residential treatment centers. I have extensive experience counseling dual diagnosis / co-occurring disorders, such as anxiety and depression, secondary to the addiction. I support the benefits of the abstinence model in most cases. I am familiar with the harm reduction, as an alternative to total abstinence, when indicated.
Not accepting new clients
Cindy Reis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT-S
Verified
Verified
It has been my privilege to specialize in working with children and families for over 29 years to address Anxiety, grief, OCD, Depression, emotional regualtion, giftedness, trauma, adoption, and special needs. Inclusive of the child's immediate family, and any other supportive or integral partners, such as their teacher or doctor, when requested by the parent. I was trained as a Family System's Therapist and have extensive post graduate training in Play Therapy (Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor), EMDR-Certified, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and grief work. I specialize in working with children ages 11 years and younger.
Selena Rose Emond
PhD, BCBA-D
Verified
Verified
If you are having parenting challenges, behavior issues, a child with Autism or other developmental delays please contact me. I can help. We provide one on one services to children, parent training, school shadows, teacher in service talks. Our goal is to help your family go from good to great!
Lily Habte
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Is your relationship suffering despite all your effort to make it work? I help individuals and couples struggling with addiction, infidelity and communication. It is difficult to build back the trust in yourself and in others. My role is helping you navigate a way out of the emotional maze that can feel lonely and hopeless. Feeling stuck leads to depression and anxiety that affects the quality of your life and your active participation in your happiness. This is the point when you socialize less, ignore your self care, drink more, and find life and relationships mundane. You don't have to do it alone. Call, let's talk.
Waitlist for new clients
Rhonda Otway
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC, BC-TMH
Verified
Verified
Feeling overwhelmed by challenges at work? In your private life? Learn new skills to regain a sense of control. I offer professional counseling for career and life transitions. I provide individual therapy to increase coping skills and decision-making capabilities to handle stressors including job changes (workplace bullying, termination, promotion, new career), grief due to a death or other loss, including loss of a pet, terminal/chronic illness, relationships (current, extramarital, separation/divorce), and other life changes (empty nest, retirement, menopause, midlife crisis). Change is external, transition is internal.
The Center for the Obsessive Mind
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
If you struggle with unwanted, upsetting thoughts and feelings, you’re not alone and you’re in the right place. The Center for the Obsessive Mind offers specialized care for those struggling with OCD, Anxiety, Eating Disorders and other mental health issues. When people come to see us, they are desperate to change their thoughts and feelings. While the fact that we have thoughts and feelings is a non-negotiable part of having a mind, we can help you to navigate your obsessive mind, live life on your own terms and get your life back.
Kristen Levin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Life can be a lot to handle sometimes and keeping it all together is hard. When you're feeling overwhelmed or need to work through a challenging time in your life, it’s important to have a space and time where the focus is on just you, and to have support in the process.
Grant Waggoner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
If you have a child, teenager, or emerging adult who is struggling with hurt, grief, anxiety, or any other burden that appears heavy on their heart, I am here to help. It is my desire to create a space for clients to feel safe and heard within the counseling room. I believe that deep healing and change occur through a genuine and honest relationship with a caring counselor. You are warmly welcomed here.
Estee Huff
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Focus on creating a secure bond with your partner. My goal as a therapist is to support couples on the adventure of finding their way to each other. Connect with yourself and your partner as you both find insights into your relationship.
Sylvia Palda
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
It's all about Healthy Relationships. Forgive yourself and others and learn to accept that where you are is where you need to be. I can help you identify and meet your deepest needs while transforming your relationship with yourself and others. My goal is to have my clients become successfully independent with life-long tools for success. Through therapy, you can learn to discover your core SELF, find peace and balance and be ready to work and commit to action.
Cynthia Zolner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** 28 years of experience as a psychotherapist. Specializing in couples/marital counseling, codependency, stress management, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Depression, and Anxiety. Utilizing solution-focused therapy. Telehealth counseling for California and Pennsylvania.
Arlene K Unger
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Change is an inevitable part of life. The lack of change or too much change can overwhelm us and derail our growth. No one escapes hardship and stress. During these times we need the trust, respect, and empathy of an impartial professional especially when family and friends are just too close to the matter. With more than 20 years of clinical practice, I've found that the healthier person reaches out for help beyond their immediate sphere. I see myself as a guide facilitating my patients' healthy risk taking and helping them manifest their visions for a better future.
Becca Zaino
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
Verified
As humans, we are in a relationship with ourselves, others, and our environment. Therapy can help you stay in emotional and mental alignment so that these relationships work in harmony.
Dana Point, CA 92624
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Sara Afsharpour
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
Therapy can benefit quite a few people, many of whom don’t need to have a mental disorder to reap the benefits. Some people it can benefit include: People with Low Self- Esteem. Being confident can land you the relationship of your dreams, get you that promotion you always wanted and makes you feel good. The problem is that some people don’t have enough self-esteem. Sometimes we are not happy with our appearance, or an event in the past killed our confidence, such as rejection or childhood trauma. Either way, with therapy, you can develop your self-esteem.
Jessica Guilfoyle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C, CCTP, CGCS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Sometimes life doesn’t make sense, sometimes we want to be heard, sometimes we want to find ourselves, and sometimes we are just ready to grow or change. This can can leave us feeling confused, alone, hurting, stuck, broken, lost or unfulfilled. It can be hard to find your way out of these feelings. You don't have to do it alone, I can help you find your way.
Catherin Snyder-Tarr
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am licensed in AZ (4054) and CA (30066). In general, I practice a depth approach to Adult Psychotherapy integrated with techniques to manage patient symptoms and help people get their life back to 'normal' functioning. Patients struggling with anxiety, depression, pain, substance abuse (but not severe addiction), relationship conflicts, work related problems, 'transition to adult roles/functions' conflicts, and other mental and behavioral problems have benefitted from treatment with me.
Dr. Jennifer Berg - Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has been providing assessment and therapy services for adults and adolescents for the past 10 years. I provide a warm, open, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment where you will feel safe and supported to explore your difficulties and develop the skills necessary to build the life you want to live. My approach to therapy is informed by research and I draw from various types of evidence-based treatments to create treatment plans that are tailored to each individual's unique and specific needs.
Dr. Kramer
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified
Verified
...Not just another therapist, but a Clinical Psychologist that is also a Certified Addiction Specialist. 'Substance abuse treatment..." the subject of my doctoral dissertation, is the mantra of my personal journey and commitment to help others find the path to a better life. I integrate state of the art brain science with psychotherapy, refining and building upon that which I have personally mastered. I am committed to compassionate client care, and to meet you exactly where you are... whenever you are ready, because, the truth of the matter is, that most people cannot recover on their own.
Leonard Szymczak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
For the past 40 years, I worked in Australia and America as a therapist and educator. I was Director of the Family Therapy Program in Sydney and later worked with the Family Institute at Northwestern University. I help individuals overcome anxiety and depression & help couples improve communication, resolve conflict, and increase love & intimacy. Since I am also a writer, I frame individuals as the main characters in a story, called to face adversity, transform their lives, and achieve personal happiness. I am the author of "The Roadmap Home: Your GPS to Inner Peace" & co-author of "Fighting for Love: Turn Conflict into Intimacy."
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What type of Dana Point mental health professional is right for me?
While most types of therapy have a lot in common, they also fall into clusters that share core features, such as cognitive therapies or psychodynamic approaches. It is important to seek someone who practices evidence-based therapy, meaning one or more forms of treatment that have been scientifically evaluated and tested, and demonstrate consistent improvement for a majority of patients.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
How to find a therapist in Dana Point?
When looking to find a therapist, it is certainly important to consider training and credentials. Studies also indicate that the therapeutic alliance, or the relationship the client develops with the therapist, is an important factor in their ability to work together to achieve the client’s goals.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Understanding cost and insurance coverage is an important concern for many people. With some basic research and conversations with prospective therapists, you should be able to have a good understanding of the best way to afford therapy.