Anger Management Therapists in Laguna Niguel, CA

Areas I Can Help You With. Gain more control of your life. Put the past behind you. Stop destructive habits. Let go of your anger , sadness and anxiety. Make work rewarding and life more satisfying. Get moving again and feel like you are living up to your potential.

Counseling helps change lives and it can help change yours. I work with people who are unhappy in some area of their life and are ready to find a new normal. My specialties include: anxiety, depression, worrying, self-esteem and confidence issues, all types of relationship issues, trauma, career focus difficulties, anger /low frustration tolerance, and destructive behaviors. Working with a therapist can help you get back to feeling good about yourself and your relationships with others.

The decision to begin therapy is often difficult. Having the right therapist will make all the difference. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience specializing in the treatment of adults and adolescents. If you are experiencing frustration or loneliness in your relationships or feeling more irritable and depressed in your life, therapy can help. It is helpful to gain a professional perspective and find solutions you may not have otherwise known were there. My personal style is warm and interactive. I use humor when appropriate to help you feel comfortable and create a caring space, without judgment. If you want someone to talk to please call me for a free 20 minute phone consultation, or write me an e-mail.

Author of 13 books, Dr. Robert Puff’s “Finding Our Happiness Flow” and “ Anger Work: How to Express Your Anger and Still be Kind” have made it on the bestseller list at Amazon.com. “How to Live a Positive Life,” was a #1 bestseller at iTunes books in the “Self-Improvement” category. He hosts and creates the “Happiness Podcast,” a podcast focusing on ways for all of us to find happiness, which has been downloaded over 9 million times around the world since its inception. For years, Dr. Puff has been a regular blogger for “Psychology Today.”

As a SOLUTION-DRIVEN psychologist, I specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), a focused, problem solving psychotherapy, highly effective in treating depression, anxiety, stress, anger , substance use problems (including gaming addiction), and relationship distress. CBT is designed to provide symptom relief and personality change, prevent future symptomatic episodes, enhance quality of life, promote adaptive functioning in work/school and relationships, and increase the likelihood of making healthy and satisfying life choices.

My ideal clients are adult victims of the repercussions of childhood trauma, war veterans, work stress issues, end of life, relational problems. I work especially well with men in retirement and those caught in the fight/ flight/ freeze response that shuts down their limbic system resulting in physical illness, anger / dispare, dysfunctional memories, insomnia, dissociation and gross negative thinking. I focus particularly on working with men of all ages. Those who get caught in male stereotypes hide their pain and hurt resulting in loneliness, addiction especially men experiencing allenation from families, work in later life.

I see each of my clients as far more complex and resilient than a diagnosis can define. I believe that a person experiencing disorienting life events can benefit from a therapist knowledgeable about the intense and chronic nature of their symptoms. I have many years of experience providing therapy targeted at relieving emotional overwhelm and preventing mental and physical exhaustion.

Welcome, I'm glad you are here. You aren't alone and you are already taking the first step on your journey to becoming a better you if you are here reading this. Creating meaningful change is difficult, but developing into the person you want to be is always worth the effort. Invest in yourself! I would be honored for an opportunity to help you explore who you are, how you are struggling, and how you want to move forward while developing the internal strength to be the best version of yourself. Join me for a process of self exploration, growth, and development while creating a more complete and positive sense of self.

I recently left Saddleback Church where I was the Pastor of Pastoral Care for 17+years. I've been a licensed marriage and family counselor for 25+ years. I'm passionate about helping people have the abundant life. I respect the fact that everyone needs to make a personal decision about their faith but I do approach therapy using Christian perspectives and values.

I believe that everybody possess the skills to change, live authentically, and become the person they want to be. It is my goal to partner alongside individuals and help empower them to reach their goal of becoming their most authentic selves. I strive to provide a safe and compassionate environment to my clients. I am challenging, yet supportive. I have extensive experience with a variety of mental health concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, attachment issues, personality disorders, psychosis, and relational issues.

"Well, it's always something!" How often have we all heard and said this phrase. Yet it's true. Life is always presenting us with"somethings" - loss, problems, distress, despair - obstacles to our happiness and well-being, and to our relationships. It is a very wise decision to reach out for help. Yet I know it is also stressful to try to decide on a therapist. Let me share with you who I am and my approach as a therapist. I unfailingly believe it is possible for people to make positive changes in their lives and to heal past and present trauma and pain.

Hello, this is Shannon, I’m passionate about mental health and helping others to not just survive, but thrive. Although I’ve been a licensed therapist for over 13 years, life experiences as a mom to 3 boys, a military spouse and a military Veteran myself, have helped evolve and shape me into the therapist that I am today. Throughout the therapeutic process, I will interweave and focus on key lifestyle factors that may be contributing to a clients current emotional state, such as diet/nutrition, movement, sleep, and spirituality.

For the past 20 years, I have worked in Hospitals, Inpatient and Outpatient, Eating Disorder Clinics, a Women and Children's Domestic Violence Crisis Shelter, non-profit counseling centers for families and in an extremely challenging College setting with ages 17-65.In my private practice I see Individuals, couples, children and families. My experience working in numerous settings with people from diverse backgrounds with mild to severe mental health issues, has helped me develop a level of professional competence to help you and your family members with the highest level of care. Your well-being is my highest priority.

My Practice is currently FULL. Welcome to my practice! My name is Stephanie and I am very passionate about helping people heal. My life’s purpose is to help other people, and I would be honored to help you on your journey! My sessions are all tailored to my client and what they need, as there is no one-size-fits-all therapy session.

You are already resilient and brave, let us use those characteristics to define the kind of life you have always wanted to live. The process to find and live the life you want can be difficult, I am here to help. Through our work together we can find the obstacles in your path and design a treatment plan and goals to tackle them.

I provide psychotherapy for adults and adolescents in a warm, respectful environment. My primary goal is to guide you to a stronger sense of self and a place where you can feel at peace with yourself and those around you. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, stress management, loss/grief, relationship issues (divorce/separation), effective parenting, and substance abuse recovery.

Dr. Kristin Bachman believes in individualized, client focused care that is designed to fit your life. Kristin has over 10 years of experience and is passionate about providing counseling that encourages her clients to live their best lives yet. Kristin has a PhD in Clinical Psychology who specializes in treating children, adolescents and adults who struggle with grief & loss, anxiety, life transitions including parental divorce and general mental health and wellness. Additionally, Kristin provides both care and psychological testing for ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders and other psychological disorders.

I have over ten years of experience working with individuals, groups, families, and couples from various backgrounds and ethnicities. I assist clients to navigate a path of discovery that promotes positive change toward growth, acceptance, and wellbeing. I always strive to provide quality mental health services in a safe, supportive, and respectful manner.