Trauma Focused Therapists in Irvine, CA

I strongly believe that therapy should be a safe place where anyone can come and talk about their life without judgment or shame. It is a place where everyone can benefit from unconditional empathy, understanding, and grace. I am an outgoing person who is easy to talk to, and I do my best to make the therapeutic process as smooth and understandable as possible. We will go at your pace and create a personalized treatment plan to meet your needs and goals. I strive to help you become self sustaining where you can gain a sense of understanding of what skills you need, why you are utilizing them, and when to utilize the skills learned.

My focus is to help individuals and families heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship/family issues. As the therapeutic area of concern is introduced, we can begin to work together in developing empowerment of self as we set up together healthy and achievable goals. I aim to establish include compassion, good communication and trust. In our relationship then I will work alongside you to develop your own coping tools. My approach is a person-centered (positive type) direction to further your strengths and resilience which is tailored towards your specific goals and needs.

Certified in DBT and EMDR providing individual and group therapy to help with symptoms related to anxiety, depression, PTSD, self destructive behaviors, childhood trauma, that is impacting your adult life. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all, let me assess what is going on for you and learn about the areas of stress in your life. I use a variety of methods including Mindfulness, Emotionally Focused therapy, Trauma focused , and CBD.

Do you feel stuck in a rut? Have you tried what feels like everything and it still is not working? I am here to help. The therapy room is a great place to explore yourself and find growth. My style is warm and accepting, and I like to work from my clients' perspective.

Arriving at the moment when you have finally decided you deserve to feel better is vulnerable. I want to meet you there, in that vulnerability. I have experience working with individuals or couples who are struggling with shame and trauma responses showing up in their romantic relationships or sexual experiences. I help clients catch their own patterns that leave them feeling stuck and help them identify the origins of these wounds to move them to a place of options. By then helping match these options to core values, clients are able to make decisions that feel empowering and authentic.

Seeking help can be scary and exciting, and it takes a lot of bravery and courage to take the initial step. You may be feeling like you are depressed and anxious due to your trauma. I aim to meet you where you are mentally and emotionally and help you grow, learn skills, and adapt to new changes. We can work together to identify your goals and needs and address the emotional and behavioral challenges you experience.

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.

My approach is client-centered, strength based and goal oriented. I strive to empower my clients and help them find the most effective ways to navigate their needs in a safe space. I've had the privilege of working with countless children/adolescents, families, and adults from various backgrounds. I am fueled by my passion to help clients take steps towards improving their overall well-being by utilizing a variety of evidence based, therapeutic treatment modalities while tailoring my approach to each client's individual needs.

I am a client-focused and strengths-based therapist. My approach is to first listen and understand my client’s perspective and goals for therapy, and then to share techniques, tools, and ideas to help clients overcome barriers and empower them to move towards those goals. I have experience working with individuals, families, couples, and running groups. I am honored to have been entrusted to help many clients work through complex trauma histories. I see therapy as a partnership, where clients are the experts of their own experience, and I help provide perspectives, equip clients with tools to overcome a challenge in their life.

I am passionate about my work, because it allows me to help people become their best selves. For over thirty years, I have helped my clients to improve the quality of their lives by helping them to see that their struggles are not because there is something wrong with them, but because something wrong happened to them. My vision for my clients is that they learn how to practice self-compassion, to let go of debilitating shame, to live an authentic life, and to experience true joy.

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.

My name is Jasmine Cotta. I have a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology. My training involved providing case management and clinical therapy services to at-risk youth enrolled in alternative education. As a therapist, my goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can identify and work through various challenges that may be getting in the way of them living the life they envision.

With over 22 years of experience, I have the deepest respect for my clients. I acknowledge the courage and commitment it takes for you to begin this journey of therapy. Utilizing EMDR, art therapy, and traditional talk therapy, I blend my skills to help meet your needs, assisting you in recovering from issues related to loss, grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, sexual abuse, life transitions, or self-esteem. There is life in embracing both the pain and the joy. I provide Christian based therapy encouraging individuals to reclaim their hearts and hold onto hope.

Hello, my name is Jacqueline. One of my primary goals is to provide a comfortable, safe space for my clients to share and work towards wellness/healing. As a therapist, I am a passionate person and client-centered, and I strive to meet my clients where they are. I find great joy in being an aid in the healing process with my clients & witnessing their growth/healing journey. The road to personal growth is within your hands, you are the driver of your car, and I look forward to being in the passenger seat helping you get to your desired place in life.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with individuals, families, children, and adolescents. In my work with my clients, I like to put emphasis on the client as the driving force. My goal is to provide a supportive, safe environment in which topics and issues can be explored and addressed safely, while the client feels validated and accepted. My hope is for my clients to achieve the goals and the life they want and envision, while my role is to support and facilitate the process.

It is easy to neglect our need for self-care while busy taking care of other things in life. Priorities are focused on work and our family’s wellbeing, leaving us as the last on our list. My focus is to promote self-determination through therapy. During our therapeutic relationship we will work toward your goal, find a new approach to barriers and/or crisis. We will work together on identifying your strengths as it is important to know how your current decisions and mentality are contributing to your life’s challenges.

If you are living with depression, anxiety, or trauma, working together with a therapist provides an opportunity to process adverse experiences and combat negative feelings. My therapeutic approach consists of creating a safe space that nurtures your strengths and builds resiliency. Along with a compassionate and a holistic approach, I utilize evidence based modalities such as Trauma Focused CBT, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. My objective is to guide you in challenging your limiting beliefs and developing empowering habits that provide stability, improved communication, and self-expression.

The journey to your inner world is one worth being accompanied. There are many moments in life that need our intentional care and attention. Do you have trouble navigating through the trauma wounds of your past? Do you have relationship issues that hinder the way you want to deeply connect with others? Do you have trouble achieving and accomplishing your dreams due to low self-esteem? I provide a safe and warm place for you to explore and enter into the restorative process that therapy offers. I aim to provide presence, warmth, and insight to the many unraveling moments of your life on your path to healing.

We all experience difficult times in our lives, but some of those times are harder than others. It may feel like you have to go through this alone, but you don’t. I support people who are dealing with problems like anxiety, life stress, domestic violence, and other traumas. I will offer my acceptance and expertise, while also helping you find ongoing support in your own community, in whatever form that takes. Many of my clients experience a decrease in symptoms, an increase in confidence, and a stronger feeling of connection through therapy. I’d love to see how I can help you feel better as well.