Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Irvine, CA

Hi! I am so glad you are here. It takes courage and strength to find a therapist to walk with you through whatever stage of life you are currently in. I help clients overcome a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, family of origin issues, addiction, grief and loss, interpersonal conflict and life transitions. My focus is working with attachment and trauma issues with children, teens, adults, couples and families.

I treat psychological difficulties with a compassionate, yet results-oriented approach. When someone suffers from a medical disorder, a comprehensive assessment of the problem is required in order to obtain an accurate diagnosis. If the diagnosis is incorrect, treatment will repeatedly fail. As a diagnostician, my focus is to treat people, many of whom had been non-responsive to previous psychological / medical treatment, in this same way. Only with a correct diagnosis will treatment be effective. Once determined, goals discussed, a treatment plan in place, the therapy begins. With time and work, individuals grow to experience enhanced emotional health along with interpersonal and professional contentment.

Are you ready to make changes in your life? Are you ready to challenge yourself in order to grow? Perhaps there are stressors in your life that you are having difficulty coping with. You may find it difficult to be vulnerable with your partner. Maybe you are seeking a safe space to process unresolved trauma . I help my clients set clear and healthy boundaries to build long standing relationships with others. I would love to support you in identifying what is making you feel stuck and work with you to become the best version of yourself. Anxiety, depression, trauma , relational stress, and work stress can impact us all greatly.

Do you have trouble with anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues due to trauma ? Past experiences can create imprints onto your brain that activate your fight/flight responses whenever your emotions feel dysregulated, but life without the constant feeling of being on edge is possible. Those traumatic memories don’t have to permanently influence who you are meant to be. Through therapy, you will gain control of your feelings/thoughts and your response to everyday life hurdles. Healing from trauma can create healthier beliefs about yourself and your relationships along with sustainable changes.

Well-being includes being centered in body, mind and spirit; also happiness and health. Therapy can be a journey to reaching a state of balance and self-love. The challenge is to face and overcome the hardships and stressors that have a nasty habit of getting in the way of being our best self. Getting there isn’t always easy, but having someone to support you along the way is a courageous step in the right direction.

If you are struggling in your relationship, you need professional parent advise for your child, or you suffer from anxiety, depression, and have experienced trauma and want to get help you are at the right place.

I am a licensed and bilingual Marriage and Family Therapist with over 8 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adults and families. I also have experience and currently offer supervision to students and interns in the field. Lastly, I also dedicate some of my time in teaching the future providers of our field as an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University. I have extensive experience in providing evidence-based practices to children, adolescents, adults and families. I have worked in a variety of settings including, outpatient community agencies, county-contracted agencies, schools and hospital setting.

I currently hold an master's degree in Adoptions Studies with a focus on trauma and attachment and a second master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have been practicing in the trauma and adoption field for over a decade. No matter what you or your family are struggling with, help is available. It is my goal to get you out of pain and into health as quickly as possible.

Mental health challenges are due to the aftereffects of traumatic experiences. Trauma can place a strain on your family, work, relationships, and even cause issues with self-worth. I specialize in trauma therapy along with treating personality disorders, depression, mood disorders, anxiety, and addiction. All these disorders can look different from person to person, and that is where our therapeutic journey of empowerment and self-exploration begins. I concentrate on creating a safe space of growth and self-discovery through unconditional positive regard, emotional regulation, and guided activities.

Seeking support takes enormous courage. My approach is a balance of candidness and tenderness to meet your needs. I welcome feedback throughout our work to ensure we are on the right track and will continue to check in to support you in the best way possible. I use a trauma -focused lens- incorporating biological, social and psychological perspectives. Trauma modalities I incorporate, when appropriate, are Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and mind-body medicine approaches.

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.

As a parent, we know our children better than anyone else. Even so, there are times when behavioral, emotional, and cognitive challenges don’t seem to make sense. You may be noticing these problems interfere with areas such as academic success, relationships, and self-esteem. My goal is to help discover areas of strength and of potential growth by providing psychological assessments for children, adolescents, teens, and adults. I use comprehensive, research-based psychological evaluations with a therapeutic approach and strive to ensure testing concludes with a solid understanding of the issues, process, and next steps.

Dr. Katie Moore is a highly experienced licensed clinical psychologist with an extraordinary ability to connect with teens and adults who have been unable to make progress, or were even unwilling to meet, with previous therapists. Additionally, she is formally trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and TF-CBT ( Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy): two of the premier evidence based treatments for trauma . Dr. Moore started her career as a therapist treating adults, including severely and persistently mentally ill adults in a locked psychiatric facility.

Making the choice to go to therapy isn't always the easiest to do. Taking the first step in admitting you may need help is the hardest decision. Therapy isn't meant to make you feel as though there is something wrong with you. It's to allow you to be the best version of yourself possible in order to lead a happier more fulfilling life. Sometimes we just need to feel understood and validated. I provide therapy in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere for those struggling with mental health issues.

Life can often feel overwhelming with more struggle than joy. Relationships can break down due to poor communication and belief systems that no longer work. My strength is helping individuals, couples, and families identify and work through ineffective life patterns. Developing and restoring a sense of life purpose and inner strength can help discover new motivation to accomplish life goals. I am licensed in both CA & UT.

I specialize in treating adolescents and adults with trauma , anxiety, depression, life transitions and addiction. I enjoy providing support to the LGBTQI+ community and practice an open-minded sex-positive approach to individuals and couples as they explore their sexuality. I understand the importance of working to establish a trusting relationship within the therapeutic process to promote openness and change. I work to empower individuals to embrace struggle and overcome future challenges.

When we are exposed to trauma at an early age, it can seriously impact how we feel about ourselves and our relationships with others. Trauma can also profoundly affect whether we feel this is a safe world and can contribute to depression, anxiety, and relational/familial issues. My practice is from a strengths-based, trauma -informed perspective with a non-judgmental framework. I aim to understand clients’ internal responses and to provide more options for emotional regulation and problem-solving.

Do you often feel overwhelmed or anxious? Have you experienced panic attacks or relationship issues with friends, family, or significant other(s)? Maybe you are having difficulty adjusting to a life change or change in general. Sometimes experiences and situations can feel quite heavy, but I am here to tell you, you don't have to carry it alone. Together we can explore your world, and discover how you can gain relief, control, acceptance, connection, or a positive change in your life. With me you will have a warm, trusting, and supportive environment so you can safely process emotions and experiences, and comfortably heal and grow.