Schema Therapy in Mission Viejo, CA
Imagine..feeling in control, confident, and genuinely happy! Right now you may be struggling with self-doubt, anxiety, perfectionism, lingering trauma (that you can't seem to move past), or relationship patterns tied to fears of abandonment. I offer both ART/eye-movement therapy for rapid trauma resolution (often 1–5 sessions) and longer-term talk therapy. I’ll help you work through unresolved trauma to reclaim your peace and confidence, understand yourself through honest reflection, and set healthy boundaries when needed. Moving forward YOU get to be your own best friend, and therapy is going to help you get there.
Imagine..feeling in control, confident, and genuinely happy! Right now you may be struggling with self-doubt, anxiety, perfectionism, lingering trauma (that you can't seem to move past), or relationship patterns tied to fears of abandonment. I offer both ART/eye-movement therapy for rapid trauma resolution (often 1–5 sessions) and longer-term talk therapy. I’ll help you work through unresolved trauma to reclaim your peace and confidence, understand yourself through honest reflection, and set healthy boundaries when needed. Moving forward YOU get to be your own best friend, and therapy is going to help you get there.
Our past experiences can have a very lasting effect on our lives & unfortunately don't magically disappear once we remove ourselves from the people or environment inflicting pain. The impact of these experiences can follow us for the rest of our lives if we don't take the necessary action to release ourselves & ensure a brighter present & future. These painful experiences can cause many issues if not addressed: relationships, depression, anxiety, anger, difficulty at work, etc. Often times trauma and health issues go hand in hand, or sometimes it hard to know which came first, the physical pain or the emotional pain.
Our past experiences can have a very lasting effect on our lives & unfortunately don't magically disappear once we remove ourselves from the people or environment inflicting pain. The impact of these experiences can follow us for the rest of our lives if we don't take the necessary action to release ourselves & ensure a brighter present & future. These painful experiences can cause many issues if not addressed: relationships, depression, anxiety, anger, difficulty at work, etc. Often times trauma and health issues go hand in hand, or sometimes it hard to know which came first, the physical pain or the emotional pain.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by painful emotions or questioning the purpose of life?
You are not alone. I would be honored to walk with you on your journey toward inner peace and joy. Effective therapy can help you uncover gifts and insights underneath your pain you never imagined possible.
I attune deeply to the emotional patterns you may be caught in, helping you move toward felt and lasting change. I hold profound respect for your process and strive to create a safe, compassionate space for you — even in your most vulnerable moments.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by painful emotions or questioning the purpose of life?
You are not alone. I would be honored to walk with you on your journey toward inner peace and joy. Effective therapy can help you uncover gifts and insights underneath your pain you never imagined possible.
I attune deeply to the emotional patterns you may be caught in, helping you move toward felt and lasting change. I hold profound respect for your process and strive to create a safe, compassionate space for you — even in your most vulnerable moments.
Hi there! I’m Shandrey, an Associate therapist in Orange County! I’m passionate about my work with mental health and the LGBTQIA+ community. I am dedicated to seeing you through the hardest parts of recovery, along with the best parts – and everything in between. If you are struggling with religious trauma, ADHD, trauma, eating disorder, or sexual identity- I have experience in these areas to help you navigate these struggles.
I am currently at two sites: Monarch Rising Therapy in Mission Viejo, CA (Accepting New Clients), and All Things Relationship in Tustin, CA (currently have a waitlist).
Hi there! I’m Shandrey, an Associate therapist in Orange County! I’m passionate about my work with mental health and the LGBTQIA+ community. I am dedicated to seeing you through the hardest parts of recovery, along with the best parts – and everything in between. If you are struggling with religious trauma, ADHD, trauma, eating disorder, or sexual identity- I have experience in these areas to help you navigate these struggles.
I am currently at two sites: Monarch Rising Therapy in Mission Viejo, CA (Accepting New Clients), and All Things Relationship in Tustin, CA (currently have a waitlist).
Her approach blends depth-oriented insight with practical tools including evidence-based methods like CBT, DBT, and schema therapy, always tailoring to what is best for the client and working to understand what their goals and objectives are.
Weekend and evening availability. Dr. Hebert has years of experience in the field of psychology and has had extensive training in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Her practice currently focuses on helping adults and teens with problems with feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, down, anxiety, and anger. Dr. Hebert has also has extensive expertise in helping people with relationship issues including personality disorders. She also provides high quality marriage and couples counseling using approaches that move away from just rehashing old arguments and moving towards better connection & care.
Her approach blends depth-oriented insight with practical tools including evidence-based methods like CBT, DBT, and schema therapy, always tailoring to what is best for the client and working to understand what their goals and objectives are.
Weekend and evening availability. Dr. Hebert has years of experience in the field of psychology and has had extensive training in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Her practice currently focuses on helping adults and teens with problems with feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, down, anxiety, and anger. Dr. Hebert has also has extensive expertise in helping people with relationship issues including personality disorders. She also provides high quality marriage and couples counseling using approaches that move away from just rehashing old arguments and moving towards better connection & care.
You’ve built a life that looks successful from the outside—yet beneath the surface, you often feel anxious, unfulfilled, or on the edge of burnout. You push yourself hard, meet everyone else’s needs, and still wonder why you feel disconnected or restless. When facing an overwhelming emotional experience, people can feel lost, isolated and alone. I truly believe that every person, regardless of their circumstances, has the strength and resilience to make meaningful changes, reduce suffering, and create a more fulfilling life. .
You’ve built a life that looks successful from the outside—yet beneath the surface, you often feel anxious, unfulfilled, or on the edge of burnout. You push yourself hard, meet everyone else’s needs, and still wonder why you feel disconnected or restless. When facing an overwhelming emotional experience, people can feel lost, isolated and alone. I truly believe that every person, regardless of their circumstances, has the strength and resilience to make meaningful changes, reduce suffering, and create a more fulfilling life. .
I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Schema Therapy to help you understand patterns, build new skills, and create lasting shifts in your thinking and behavior.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist dedicated to helping you create real, lasting change by tapping into your inner motivation and embracing your true personality, without the need to mask who you are. Together, we’ll work toward meaningful self-improvement, grounded in the belief that we have power over our minds and the freedom to live authentically.
I use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Schema Therapy to help you understand patterns, build new skills, and create lasting shifts in your thinking and behavior.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist dedicated to helping you create real, lasting change by tapping into your inner motivation and embracing your true personality, without the need to mask who you are. Together, we’ll work toward meaningful self-improvement, grounded in the belief that we have power over our minds and the freedom to live authentically.
No matter what challenges you’re facing, you don’t have to navigate them alone. Whether you’re struggling with addiction, depression, relationship difficulties, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, therapy can offer a space for clarity and growth. I provide a compassionate, attentive environment where you can feel heard, supported, and gently guided toward meaningful and lasting change.
No matter what challenges you’re facing, you don’t have to navigate them alone. Whether you’re struggling with addiction, depression, relationship difficulties, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, therapy can offer a space for clarity and growth. I provide a compassionate, attentive environment where you can feel heard, supported, and gently guided toward meaningful and lasting change.
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.
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.
Please EMAIL for inquiries. Welcome to my practice! 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.
Please EMAIL for inquiries. Welcome to my practice! 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.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or addiction who are seeking a compassionate and understanding space to address their challenges. Many of the people I support face cultural or military-related concerns, severe mental health conditions, or difficulties with social skills. They strive to manage symptoms, enhance emotional regulation, improve interpersonal effectiveness, and achieve a sense of overall well-being. These individuals are motivated to engage in therapy, open to evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and CPT and are committed to creating positive changes in their lives.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or addiction who are seeking a compassionate and understanding space to address their challenges. Many of the people I support face cultural or military-related concerns, severe mental health conditions, or difficulties with social skills. They strive to manage symptoms, enhance emotional regulation, improve interpersonal effectiveness, and achieve a sense of overall well-being. These individuals are motivated to engage in therapy, open to evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and CPT and are committed to creating positive changes in their lives.
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I'm licensed as an LMFT in CA and NV and hold additional certifications and training in Somatic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Schema Therapy.
Do you constantly feel like you’re hard on yourself? Do you only negatively notice yourself? Are you constantly wondering if your feelings are valid? Do you find yourself in unhealthy relationship dynamics?
I'm licensed as an LMFT in CA and NV and hold additional certifications and training in Somatic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Schema Therapy.
Do you constantly feel like you’re hard on yourself? Do you only negatively notice yourself? Are you constantly wondering if your feelings are valid? Do you find yourself in unhealthy relationship dynamics?
Bliss Psychotherapy by Dr. Vakili / Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Newport Beach, CA 92660
CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), DBT, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness, Family Therapy, Couple's CBT, Solution Focused and Mindfulness base CBT.
Bliss is a Group Practice comprised of skilled, empathic, insightful, creative, and compassionate providers. We offer therapy & coaching to individual, couples, families, children and veterans navigating a wide range of mental health challenges. We work collaboratively with clients to identify and address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, remove barriers to growth, and overcome obstacles that may be interfering with living a fulfilling and meaningful life. We provide practical tools and effective coping strategies to help manage life’s challenges, reduce emotional distress, and foster resilience hope, and lasting motivation.
CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), DBT, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness, Family Therapy, Couple's CBT, Solution Focused and Mindfulness base CBT.
Bliss is a Group Practice comprised of skilled, empathic, insightful, creative, and compassionate providers. We offer therapy & coaching to individual, couples, families, children and veterans navigating a wide range of mental health challenges. We work collaboratively with clients to identify and address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, remove barriers to growth, and overcome obstacles that may be interfering with living a fulfilling and meaningful life. We provide practical tools and effective coping strategies to help manage life’s challenges, reduce emotional distress, and foster resilience hope, and lasting motivation.
As a Therapy practice we love to help everyone! no matter what the situation is, our purpose is to help anyone struggling during these times!
As a Therapy practice we love to help everyone! no matter what the situation is, our purpose is to help anyone struggling during these times!
Are you internally feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from yourself. Therapy offers space to slow down, gain clarity, and create lasting change—not just symptom management. I provide a warm, grounded, and collaborative approach that helps individuals better understand patterns, regulate emotions, heal from difficult experiences, and reconnect with a greater sense of balance and purpose.
Are you internally feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from yourself. Therapy offers space to slow down, gain clarity, and create lasting change—not just symptom management. I provide a warm, grounded, and collaborative approach that helps individuals better understand patterns, regulate emotions, heal from difficult experiences, and reconnect with a greater sense of balance and purpose.
Nice to meet you, I'm Vittoria and I am so grateful to be doing this work to make our world a better place. It is my passion and pleasure to start with you: hearing your story and empowering you to make this life your best life by cultivating self-love, agency, and the motivation to set and achieve your goals. My approach is compassionate, holistic, tailored and adapting to wherever you may be when you arrive. I view you as a whole person, not just the problems you present with.
Nice to meet you, I'm Vittoria and I am so grateful to be doing this work to make our world a better place. It is my passion and pleasure to start with you: hearing your story and empowering you to make this life your best life by cultivating self-love, agency, and the motivation to set and achieve your goals. My approach is compassionate, holistic, tailored and adapting to wherever you may be when you arrive. I view you as a whole person, not just the problems you present with.
I encourage clients to express their experiences and emotions, while utilizing Psychodynamic, Attachment theory, as well as Schema Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy to fulfill treatments goals.
I am a Licensed therapist in the state of California and Clinical Director at TTM Counseling. I have 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. I have experience working with a wide variety of populations such as individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, suffering from personality disorders, life changes or adjustments, and substance use disorders. I specialize in working with clients who have experienced trauma in their life and am trained in EMDR.
I encourage clients to express their experiences and emotions, while utilizing Psychodynamic, Attachment theory, as well as Schema Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy to fulfill treatments goals.
I am a Licensed therapist in the state of California and Clinical Director at TTM Counseling. I have 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. I have experience working with a wide variety of populations such as individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, suffering from personality disorders, life changes or adjustments, and substance use disorders. I specialize in working with clients who have experienced trauma in their life and am trained in EMDR.
Welcome! Individuals/couples! With 16-years of experience working/helping individuals/couples gain insight/hope, and a better outlook on their lives. I am driven to provide support and focus on helping individuals/couples, build internal strength and move forward in their lives. I provide a safe environment to address your life’s challenges/stressors/needs, issues with relationships/self-esteem, grief, codependency, anxiety/depression, PTSD/trauma, anger/poor coping, substance and motivation. Through therapy, I strive to help you gain insight to your thoughts, feelings/behaviors that influence your well-being and relationships.
Welcome! Individuals/couples! With 16-years of experience working/helping individuals/couples gain insight/hope, and a better outlook on their lives. I am driven to provide support and focus on helping individuals/couples, build internal strength and move forward in their lives. I provide a safe environment to address your life’s challenges/stressors/needs, issues with relationships/self-esteem, grief, codependency, anxiety/depression, PTSD/trauma, anger/poor coping, substance and motivation. Through therapy, I strive to help you gain insight to your thoughts, feelings/behaviors that influence your well-being and relationships.
I specialize in working with active duty service members, veterans, and individuals navigating major life transitions. I approach therapy with the belief that each person is unique and already has resilience within them. My work is collaborative and strengths-based—I focus on helping clients build on what they already have while developing new tools for healing and growth. I tailor treatment to fit each person’s individual needs and goals.
I specialize in working with active duty service members, veterans, and individuals navigating major life transitions. I approach therapy with the belief that each person is unique and already has resilience within them. My work is collaborative and strengths-based—I focus on helping clients build on what they already have while developing new tools for healing and growth. I tailor treatment to fit each person’s individual needs and goals.
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Schema Therapy
How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy is based on the idea that maladaptive thought patterns formed in childhood—that other people can never be relied on, for example—can interfere with healthy functioning in adulthood. Accordingly, schema therapy works by directly targeting such unhealthy schemas, identifying their consequences, and replacing them with more adaptive ways of thinking. To this end, schema therapists aim to “reparent” the client by offering what they didn’t get in childhood—validation, for instance, or compassion—to reorient their worldview.
Is schema therapy evidence-based?
Schema therapy is still considered relatively new, and research on its efficacy is still in progress. However, some studies have concluded that it can be effective at treating certain mental health conditions, most notably personality disorders such as borderline personality disorder. Evidence for its efficacy in treating conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD is promising but less conclusive, and experts warn that much of the existing research is of low quality.
Is schema therapy a type of CBT?
Schema therapy is based on many principles of CBT, most notably the process of recognizing and challenging maladaptive thought patterns. But because schema therapy also draws from other approaches,including psychoanalysis and Gestalt therapy, it is not considered a form of CBT. It also typically delves deeper into the client’s childhood than does CBT.
How does schema therapy work?
Schema therapy does not call for a set number of sessions and is instead open-ended, with the treatment timeline depending on the client’s primary concern(s), progress, and preferences. Treatment that lasts between six months and two years is common, though many clients will start to see progress much earlier than that.