Therapists in Irvine, CA

Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.

Dr. Tobi typically works with young adults presenting with various concerns including anxiety, family or relationship issues, relational trauma, codependency, adjustment issues, confidence & self-esteem issues, and depression. She also provides psychological testing including ADHD evaluations. Her approach to therapy involves a holistic & collaborative process; she will work together with you on your personal journey of growth, change, & empowerment. She integrates multiple therapeutic modalities to best fit your individual needs, including CBT, DBT, internal family systems, psychodynamic, attachment, & mindfulness-based approaches.

Life is meant to be enjoyed. The struggles of our day to day challenges, anxiety and depression can make our lives seem unmanageable and overwhelming. Having support from an empathetic therapist can help alleviate these symptoms and offer guidance in your time of need. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who would love to help you find balance during this time of transition.

Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." We all go through periods in our lives where we need that extra support and a safe environment in which to talk things through. My name is Salmira Jilanchi, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I'm here to help you get right back up and to live your life to the fullest of its potential. I believe that we all struggle at times and often these difficult times offer us an opportunity to look within and to become more aware of our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Whether your personal goals in therapy are to address recurring patterns in relationships, to adjust to new life-transitions, process addiction and recovery, or to find a safe place to process underlying burdens of shame, guilt, or trauma, my goal is to collaborate with you in a way where you can feel free to come as you are. At your pace, we will come to mutual understanding of your presenting concerns, identify your strengths and resiliencies, and develop effective strategies to use as we explore how thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and experiences influence you and your relationship to the people and things you love.

Dr. Kevin is a Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist who has worked in the field of mental/behavioral health in various capacities for over 25 years. He earned his Master's degree in Clinical Psychology at California State University, Fullerton, as well as his Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology at the California School of Professional Psychology, San Diego. Dr. Kevin has substantial depth and breadth of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults suffering from a wide range of mental illnesses and disorders (e. g.

I help individuals and families who feel stuck in their identity/relationships and provide the tools to move forward with confidence in current and future life transitions. I also help discouraged MARRIED clients navigate through roadblocks by providing the tools to overcome them. We will deepen the intimacy in your marriage and strengthen your communication. I also work with clients with issues such as: marriage preparation, healthy dating, identity issues, trauma, inner healing, and confidence building.

I am a licensed psychologist with extensive therapy experience treating adults and couples in a wide variety of settings including outpatient as well as residential settings. I offer psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, adults and families of varying cultures affiliations, and levels of socioeconomic status. I respect my clients and apply therapeutic skills based on their needs, and help them to grow and change to cope with their life challenges.

Do you find yourself weighed down by the struggles of your past and/or present? Do these burdens impact you and your relationships? Do you have hurts and/or habits from which you need freedom? I am honored to walk this journey of healing with my clients. During my 17+ years in the field I have received specialized training in the areas of individual and couples Therapy, addiction, sexual addiction, and betrayal Trauma. I feel honored to help individuals/couples gain freedom from personal and relational empasses, identity issues, sexual identity issues, anxiety, depression, abuse history, trauma, grief, and spiritual reconciliation.

I am passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals, as well as serving culturally diverse populations. I have training in CBT, social skills, and DBT for clients that benefit from support with co-occurring mood disorders, managing managing daily stressors, and building meaningful relationships. I also offer family therapy to increase empathy, improve communication, and strengthen relationships.

Are you a people-pleaser, overthinker and/or perfectionist, who is looking for a non-judgmental, transformative space to gain insights and self-awareness about why your inner critics are so loud? You may be feeling exhausted from putting yourself down and dismissing your own needs in the name of productivity, achievement, or avoiding rejection and mistakes. You have spent enough time being harsh on yourself. It's time to be kind to yourself. I specialize in anxiety, self esteem, grief, codependency, infertility, and racial identity. I can help you take action toward the life you want instead of getting stuck in your own mind.

At O’Neill Counseling, we help individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, become free of old patterns, or simply find ways to process pain or memories that have kept them feeling stuck. We work closely with individuals to begin a healing process that allows them to not only start feeling better but also gain insight, awareness, and the skills necessary to live a more manageable and balanced life. We are active, involved therapists whose life's work is aimed at providing growth, relief, and healing. We have a heart and passion for this work and care deeply for the people that come to see us.

There is hope and healing – it is never too late. I am a safe place to tell your story and explore new ways of being. I can help you uncover the toxic cycles and unproductive patterns that are keeping you from living your best life. Issues like low self-esteem, conflicted relationships, life transitions and personal losses can make you feel alone, sad and uncertain about the future. Or maybe you feel stuck, anxious and stressed because you make the same mistakes over and over again. I can provide a sanctuary where you are heard, supported and grow to become the person you are meant to be.

Therapy is a potentially life-changing journey, though it can be intimidating. My goal as a therapist is to create a warm, empathetic space where clients feel safe exploring their struggles. I'm passionate about helping clients understand their thought patterns, fostering self-acceptance, and enabling positive change. I view therapy as a collaborative process where clients are the experts in their own lives.

My primary goal is to become useless to you as quickly as possible. That's not a typo; I want to help you make positive changes so that you no longer need to come see me. Whether you're struggling with your relationship, feelings of depression, anxiety, a traumatic event, addiction, or a complex combination of issues, I can help you make sense of the chaos. As every person and problem is unique, I am flexible in my approach, tailoring sessions to meet your specific needs.

Hello! I am licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist and have been providing clinical support services for over ten years. I have worked with at-risk populations for most of my career, including those involved in the foster care and juvenile justice systems. I also have years of experience in social work and currently manage and oversee the operations of a non-profit program that provides clinical case management services.

I truly believe “Shame dies when stories are told in safe places.” Whatever it is that you are dealing with at the current moment, be it anxiety, stress, burnout, imposter syndrome, or substance abuse, I know it comes with a story. It's ok not to be ok at times. Additionally, do you think you are a perfectionist? Do you have a hard time saying no? Have you been told you are too sensitive or that you care too much? Are you compulsively taking responsibility for the needs of others? If the answer to any of the above is YES, I want you to know that high functioning Anxiety is a thing and one way or another it will lead to burnout.

PSYCHOLOGY TODAY THERAPY DIRECTORY ANNE SCHROEDER, MFT I am Anne Schroeder, MA, and MFT and have been in private practice for 30 years. I encourage clients to be able to look at their past relationships and familial background to recognize patterns of to see what has or has not worked for them in their personal and professional lives. By looking at the broader context I help clients to specify problematic issues as well as to identify strengths and vulnerabilities. By fostering client's resiliency, I guide them to move forward on their journey of self-discovery, happiness and life balance.

Psychotherapy is a very special endeavor with potential for positive change and decrease in discomfort. I see the therapeutic relationship formed in psychotherapy as that vehicle for change. I have worked 10 years as a nurse practitioner and over 15 years as a Clinical Psychologist. My expertise in these fields place me in a unique position to understand the mind/body interfaceI bring a unique perspective to my work particularly in the areas of women's health issues, transitions in life: men and women, postpartum depression, stress reduction, mindfulness,and coping with chronic medical illnesses. I am on staff at Hoag Hospital.