Therapists in Turtle Rock, Irvine, CA

Personal freedom and well-being is possible Now. I address the systems of body, heart, and mind, using them as vehicles to gain greater insight, self-awareness, and freedom. The body system entails the physicality of life. The heart system encompasses the spacious awareness of love, compassion, and joy. The mind system holds the mind-states of emotion, thoughts, and patterned beliefs that either turn us away from Light or towards suffering - and when there is alignment and integration through all these systems healing occurs. Learn how to create the life you want & be able to enjoy it too!

I am a clinical psychologist licensed in the state of California. A few of my specialties include high functioning depression & anxiety, trauma & PTSD, young adults identity development, spiritual integration in therapy.  I help my clients move through “stuck-ness” and find balance in their inner world. During our session, we try to figure out how to find rest while making practical changes; look into past history and also move toward the future; honor your own values while finding ways to meet expectations from others.

If you’re struggling to find meaning and joy in your life, then I can help. Most clients I work with have been through some difficulty tings, and know in their heart that they can feel better than they do right now. Whether you're feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed, I can help you sort through what the issues are, and how you can manage them in a way that lets you enjoy your life. I also have extensive experience helping clients work through traumatic experiences, so please reach out if that's you.

During many years of private practice, I have helped hundreds of clients overcome feelings of hopelessness and helplessness that are some of the consequences of struggling with eating disorders, drug and alcohol addiction and co-occurring disorders. Having 23 years of personal recover from anorexia and bulimia myself, I treat individuals in a nonjudgmental manner. Empowering clients to participants in their own recovery, planning their future goals, happiness and overall lives. I believe that these are complex disorders and need to be treated as such. I work along side nutritionists and doctors to afford you the best outcome.

I utilize evidence-based approaches in my work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples/families, drawing upon techniques originating in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (including exposure-based therapies), Emotion-Focused Therapy, and attachment-based approaches to therapy (including those involving mentalization). I specialize in anxiety, trauma, eating/weight, or relationship issues, and adopt an individualized, culturally sensitive approach with each client. I view therapy as an opportunity for the client to share, to learn, and to grow through a close connection.

Courtney Leedom MFT specializes in treating depression, anxiety, relationship dysfunction, and childhood disorders. Courtney uses relationship-based psychotherapy as well as cognitive behavioral techniques.When treating children, she uses developmental techniques including play and art therapy.

Most people looking for a therapist do so because they are in some level of pain or distress. An effective therapy process provides the space for transforming such difficulties into the capacity for better coping, more satisfying relationships, and a stronger sense of self. I have dedicated years of training and experience to help with issues of individual suffering and relationship conflicts. I focus on a clear understanding of problems presented, and offer a process of resolution. I believe a supportive therapeutic process is most effective, and I provide an empathic connection.

I am a certified CBT therapist with over 20 years of experience as a licensed psychologist. If you're struggling with significant anxiety or painful sadness and are finding it hard to move forward with the things that are important to you, I can help. We'll work together to better understand your unique situation and develop a plan to enable you to cope more effectively with what you're going through. You'll learn tools to better manage your difficult emotions so that they're no longer getting in your way. I know how overwhelming severe anxiety can feel, and I’m here to serve as your guide for navigating through this rough terrain.

I am dedicated to helping clients gain more insight, balance, and happiness in their lives. Together we can uncover underlying reasons for symptomatic behaviors and emotions and address those to learn healthier, more productive and beneficial ways to deal with challenging situations. As a transpersonal therapist, my goal is to help clients gain greater self-knowledge and richer inner lives. Identifying areas of concern and learning ways to heal and triumph adversity can be challenging; however, I believe that together we can produce meaning from them and become resilient.

Are you suffering from a chronic illness or chronic pain? Are you having difficulty coping with your pain or illness? Maybe your chronic illness or chronic pain has kept you from living life to the fullest. Maybe you are not enjoying things like you used to. If this sounds like you, take the first step toward getting your life back! Learn the steps to take toward acceptance and learn new strategies to cope with your new life. Chronic illness and chronic pain do not have to define who you are!

I've come to this work because I am passionate about helping individuals become more present and fulfilled in their relational, and professional lives. I am especially interested in dissolving the divisions between the psychological, emotional, and the spiritual by accessing my training in Western psychotherapy and my long investigation into Buddhism. If you are struggling with the big questions we all confront. Please reach out.

Dr. Fallah is conducting Telehealth sessions through video and telephone during the COVID-19 pandemic. During these difficult times coping with anxiety and depression may seem even more difficult and finding the right treatment provider could make all the difference in your road to success. Reach out for a consultation to see if Dr. Fallah is the right fit for your treatment goals to live a happier, healthier life.

Do you feel empty, alone, or paralyzed by fear and anxiety? Do you feel unable to cope with life's challenges? Maybe you feel frustrated with yourself for giving up on your true desires or generally unsatisfied, lost or without purpose? Suffering only forces the pain underground to emerge in old patterns that may be limiting your success or interfering with your ability to move past losses and create more fulfilling relationships. Change can be difficult, but the rewards are vast! Recognizing the complexity and uniqueness of each individual is essential to my collaborative and in-depth approach.

Is your child experiencing the following symptoms as a result of parental divorce or separation? (sadness, anxiety, regression in sleeping, toilet training, thumb sucking, difficulty leaving primary caretaker, clinginess, crying, temper tantrums, feelings of guilt, loneliness, shame, anger, bedtime anxiety, loyalty conflict and physical complaints). If your child is experiencing the above mentioned symptoms, psychotherapy that helps the child and family feel safe and supported is essential to healing. I am a Board Certified licensed Clinical Psychologist with eight years of clinical experience and specialize in children ages 0-12 who are struggling as a result of parental divorce or separation.

Have you noticed that there are very few male therapists? Many couples come into therapy with the woman pulling the man along while the man may erroneously feel ganged up on by the female therapist. So it is nice to have an emotionally available male therapist. I equally enjoy working with women. I work with children, teens and individuals also. Find out more at SandersTherapy.com.

If you struggle with a lack of connection, bitterness, criticism, painful growing apart and unfulfilled expectations with your loved one… If you experience distress, don’t wait to seek support. The effects of resentment, contempt, lack of intimacy and compassion, and childhood or past trauma can be tremendous. You don’t need to navigate your healing journey alone. I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment and to work with you on addressing emotional wounds. I specialize in relationship distress, and use evidence based therapeutic modalities in my practice. I also offer Couples Retreats: www.couple-care.com

Are you feeling stuck, trapped, or at a loss for how to make the changes you would like? Whether it is a current troubling relationship, a distressing transition in your life, or a situation that you once thought you could "tolerate" but now feel as though is getting to be too much, over time and without help these painful situations can often lead us to putting ourselves down or harboring anger/resentment at others..which guess what...keeps us stuck! Learning the tools to have a happier and more fulfilling existence is possible...and this is where I can help.

Are you feeling down? Are there conflicts in your family? Are you concerned about your relationship, or have you had a recent breakup or loss? Are you struggling at work or in school? Do you feel anxious or angry? There are times when feelings of sadness, anxiety, or anger overwhelm us and we need someone to talk to. During those difficult times, it is comforting to know that there is someone you can talk to in a safe environment, where you can express yourself without fear of judgment or shame.