EMDR Therapists in Irvine, CA

I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who believes in working with clients of all backgrounds. I specialize in working with adults, teens, and children in the areas of educational counseling, college and career planning, stress management, anxiety, depression, and P.T.S.D.

*Openings* Is your teen struggling socially, emotionally, behaviorally, or with difficult thoughts? As a parent, are you overwhelmed by all of the demands of being a parent? Does your youth have a difficult time making friends or communicating with others? Is your child highly sensitive? Some teens have a difficult time managing their emotions and it may result in isolation, difficulty concentrating and/or other behaviors. I can help by providing support and guidance to help them to reach their goals.

Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.

My goal is to provide a safe & supportive space for clients to explore and process their thoughts and emotions and to find clarity and healing through insight, self-love and compassion. I work with individuals struggling with depression and anxiety and couples who are stuck in a negative and painful interaction cycle. As a trauma informed therapist, I also work with my clients to explore their childhood, relationship with early caregivers and how negative past experiences may be impacting current emotional well-being and relationships. Insight and exploration of the past can be the first step towards long lasting healing and joy.

Do you struggle with disordered eating, addictive behaviors, trauma, relationships issues, and/or shame around what you've been through or have done? Do you desire to live-out your authentic beliefs and purpose? Do you need someone to talk to where you won't be judged and told what to do? If you're someone who needs support, understanding, validation, authenticity, and wise counsel then you've come to the right page. If you've decided to seek help and explore what you truly need then connect with me! If you believe that change is possible, it is. Please reach out because I desire to help you on your journey.

Are you struggling? I promise to be there for you every step of your journey, providing soul-care with warmth. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, & move forward to where you want to be in your life. The hope is awakening you to other perspectives that might create a more meaningful life & lessen your suffering.

The relationship you form with your therapist is one of the most important predictors of whether therapy is successful. I offer adults and adolescents a caring and supportive environment to explore life’s challenging obstacles. I recognize the strength and courage it can take to seek therapy, and believe in the strength of the human spirit to overcome the circumstances that cause us pain. Often our struggles can leave us feeling isolated and alone, I seek to join in the healing process, working collaboratively with my clients. I use a holistic, trauma-informed and strengths-based approach to therapy to help meet your personal goals.

Hi, I'm Sara. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and EMDR trained clinician who is committed to working collaboratively with clients to achieve their goals. I utilize a calm and compassionate approach when working with clients as I strive to provide a safe environment to facilitate opportunities for clients to grow and enhance their strengths. I had the honor of working at a residential treatment center where I supported teens, adults, and families navigate complex trauma, past abuse, and persistent mental health struggles like depression and anxiety, disordered eating, & substance use.

The last few years have been especially challenging: COVID, changes in social structure, inflation and other unsettling issues. Do you find yourself with unsettling intrusive thoughts, confused and/or anxious? Do you feel stuck in life? Are depression and anxiety blocking you from living your life? Don't give up. You don't have to do it alone. We can do it together. There is significant strength in seeking support and guidance when you need it.

Do you wish to have a deeper connection and intimacy with your partner? Would you like to learn more positive ways of communicating with your partner, parent or child? Or perhaps you may feel stuck with anxious and/or depressed feelings and would like to learn healthy ways to cope and move forward. You hold the key to make positive changes for a more happy, satisfying and fulfilling life.Your Journey begins with a single step which you have already made by reading this information.

You’ve made it! I am excited to see if I am the right fit for you. I work with Adults, Teens and Families struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship or identity issues and past trauma(s). Are you a mother experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety? I hope this can be a safe space for you. You are spectacular. Have you been struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, people pleasing, codependency or overachieving? Maybe it is finally the right time to process those memories or emotions your body won't allow you to ignore anymore.

Ana Arellano is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who is providing services under the supervision of Vanessa Patterson, LMFT. Ana earned a Bachelors degree in Psychology from California State University, Fullerton and a Masters in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family therapy from Pepperdine University. Ana has completed her hours working for community mental health clinic where she focused her experience on supporting individuals experiencing a variety of symptoms and provided the understanding of the origin of behaviors, as well as learning coping skills and techniques to encourage clients.

Navigating life's challenges is never easy, but reaching out for help is a brave first step to living a more genuine and fulfilling life. I have expertise in working with individuals struggling with childhood trauma and trauma-related symptoms such as grief, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relational conflict. I believe every client is unique and deserves to be listened to and understood in an empathetic way. I am passionate about creating a safe, kind, collaborative and judgment-free space where clients can attain new insights, experience new feelings, and find a renewed sense of physical and mental well-being.

I am a bilingual/bicultural licensed Clinical Psychologist with over fifteen years of experience. I believe every person has within themselves the capacity for personal growth that can lead to positive changes and a healthier, more productive, satisfying life. My goal is to empower and support you through the therapeutic process by working with you to determine the best therapeutic approach to help meet your needs. I specialize in trauma, PTSD, life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, interpersonal difficulties and stress management.

Are you struggling with anxiety,phobias or PTSD? I specialize in the treatment of these issues using EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing). I have seen my client's levels of anxiety and distress decrease dramatically in as few as three to four sessions. . I have been honored to get to work with veterans who have returned home suffering from PTSD, I enjoy helping my clients increase their self esteem and quality of their interpersonal relationships, by exploring and addressing the issues in their lives that they wish to change, helping them to live more fulfilled and rewarding lives.

Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Burned out? Maybe you want to feel empowered and prepared to navigate any challenge. You want tools in your toolbox and the ability to approach situations with confidence. I am here to support you in developing those skills. I come from a trauma informed lens and draw from a myriad of different therapy modalities ( EMDR , DBT, CBT, IFS) to create a customized approach that will provide you with the most effective coping strategies and help you feel equipped to manage life's curve balls.