Therapists in Mission Viejo, CA
Kristin Kay Guenther
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RDAT
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
You are not alone! I know sometimes it can feel that way and I am here to say I would be honored to support you in your journey of emotional freedom. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve their goals for a more fulfilling and balanced life. I take a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we will work to identify patterns and beliefs that may be contributing to your challenges, and we will develop personalized strategies to promote lasting change and growth.
You are not alone! I know sometimes it can feel that way and I am here to say I would be honored to support you in your journey of emotional freedom. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve their goals for a more fulfilling and balanced life. I take a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we will work to identify patterns and beliefs that may be contributing to your challenges, and we will develop personalized strategies to promote lasting change and growth.
Amelie Fery
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
I believe that my clients already have the answers, wisdom, and capacity within themselves. My purpose is to help them access these resources by removing the obstacles and understand why they are here in the first place. I have noticed that in many cases, the root of the negative thoughts, emotions, or behaviors is trauma. While I am passionate about helping clients reprocess traumatic experiences through EMDR, building skills like acceptance and resilience through self-awareness is at the core of our collaborative work.
I believe that my clients already have the answers, wisdom, and capacity within themselves. My purpose is to help them access these resources by removing the obstacles and understand why they are here in the first place. I have noticed that in many cases, the root of the negative thoughts, emotions, or behaviors is trauma. While I am passionate about helping clients reprocess traumatic experiences through EMDR, building skills like acceptance and resilience through self-awareness is at the core of our collaborative work.
Janelle Santucci
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
I am passionate about working with you on your path to healing. I have a warm, understanding, and direct approach. My role is to create a nonjudgmental, compassionate safe space to better facilitate you in gaining the insight and tools necessary to meet your goals. I strongly believe the relationship between the therapist and the client is the most important as it is the foundation where trust is built which promotes sharing your thoughts and emotions, leading to healing and a sense of peace.
I am passionate about working with you on your path to healing. I have a warm, understanding, and direct approach. My role is to create a nonjudgmental, compassionate safe space to better facilitate you in gaining the insight and tools necessary to meet your goals. I strongly believe the relationship between the therapist and the client is the most important as it is the foundation where trust is built which promotes sharing your thoughts and emotions, leading to healing and a sense of peace.
Dr. Kwonta Phatiphong
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (Online Only)
Do you struggle to find a safe place to express how you truly feel? Have there been times you have felt misunderstood? Or times you’ve felt you just can’t pinpoint why you haven’t fully healed? Or even pinpoint why you can’t seem to stay focused or excel in school, work or life the way you’ve imagined? Here is your sign that you’ve found someone who will be by your side to figure it out together. In therapy and/or psychological assessments/ educational testing, I aim to identify the root of the problem in order to help guide you to the life you want to live.
Do you struggle to find a safe place to express how you truly feel? Have there been times you have felt misunderstood? Or times you’ve felt you just can’t pinpoint why you haven’t fully healed? Or even pinpoint why you can’t seem to stay focused or excel in school, work or life the way you’ve imagined? Here is your sign that you’ve found someone who will be by your side to figure it out together. In therapy and/or psychological assessments/ educational testing, I aim to identify the root of the problem in order to help guide you to the life you want to live.
Dr. Evan Fewsmith
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
I know how hard it is to look for the right therapist. Before you make a appointment, it is my sincere attempt here to explain who I am and how I work. I provide individual sessions based on a foundation of trust, genuineness and respect. I work with clients by educating them, processing thoughts and feelings, exploring options, and directing new ways to interact. I believe everyone has the ability to grow if given an opportunity to be coached and supported by a trusted therapist. I possess a large repertoire of psychological interventions and tools to draw from. I work differently and individually with each and every client.
I know how hard it is to look for the right therapist. Before you make a appointment, it is my sincere attempt here to explain who I am and how I work. I provide individual sessions based on a foundation of trust, genuineness and respect. I work with clients by educating them, processing thoughts and feelings, exploring options, and directing new ways to interact. I believe everyone has the ability to grow if given an opportunity to be coached and supported by a trusted therapist. I possess a large repertoire of psychological interventions and tools to draw from. I work differently and individually with each and every client.
Hi there, I'm Brittney, I am licensed in California with nine years of therapy experience. I have experience helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I bring a unique approach as I embrace the Afrocentric perspective and can provide culturally sensitive therapy to minorities through education from an HBCU and my being a minority from the inner city. I have experience with adults from 18-85 from different ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. I am here to de-stigmatize mental health and have a therapist!
Hi there, I'm Brittney, I am licensed in California with nine years of therapy experience. I have experience helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I bring a unique approach as I embrace the Afrocentric perspective and can provide culturally sensitive therapy to minorities through education from an HBCU and my being a minority from the inner city. I have experience with adults from 18-85 from different ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. I am here to de-stigmatize mental health and have a therapist!
Anxiety, panic, fear, and OCD have answers. You can take control. I use empirically supported treatments (CBT and ACT), tailored to each individual. Through the use of virtual therapy and in-person exposure therapy, I provide my patients with over 20 years of experience, specializing in OCD, Anxiety, and related disorders. My patients average a 15-week treatment, with the option of 6 to 8-day intensive formats. My pride is in my success rate. My focus is to do a proper assessment to understand the issues and help my patients to set goals, achieve them, and move on in life as quickly as possible.
Anxiety, panic, fear, and OCD have answers. You can take control. I use empirically supported treatments (CBT and ACT), tailored to each individual. Through the use of virtual therapy and in-person exposure therapy, I provide my patients with over 20 years of experience, specializing in OCD, Anxiety, and related disorders. My patients average a 15-week treatment, with the option of 6 to 8-day intensive formats. My pride is in my success rate. My focus is to do a proper assessment to understand the issues and help my patients to set goals, achieve them, and move on in life as quickly as possible.
Rochelle Greene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges and seeking someone to help you navigate your path to healing and growth? My aim is to help you reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and develop healthier coping mechanisms. We will work on building resilience, improving self-esteem, and creating stronger, more fulfilling relationships. My ultimate goal is to empower you to achieve a sense of balance and well-being and feel more in control of your life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges and seeking someone to help you navigate your path to healing and growth? My aim is to help you reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and develop healthier coping mechanisms. We will work on building resilience, improving self-esteem, and creating stronger, more fulfilling relationships. My ultimate goal is to empower you to achieve a sense of balance and well-being and feel more in control of your life.
Have you looked at your life lately and thought that maybe your life hasn’t turned out the way you thought it would be? Or maybe you’ve “checked all the boxes” but you still feel numb, disconnected, anxious or depressed? Maybe you are growing your family, and no one told you becoming a mother would be so difficult. But the fact is, life can be hard. Really hard. And sometimes we need help navigating our thoughts, feelings and experiences.
Have you looked at your life lately and thought that maybe your life hasn’t turned out the way you thought it would be? Or maybe you’ve “checked all the boxes” but you still feel numb, disconnected, anxious or depressed? Maybe you are growing your family, and no one told you becoming a mother would be so difficult. But the fact is, life can be hard. Really hard. And sometimes we need help navigating our thoughts, feelings and experiences.
Introducing Comprehensive Individual & Family Counseling Services: The experience, support and guidance you need at my private Mission Viejo office or convenient online sessions, I offer a safe space for couples, kids, teens, and families to navigate complex relationships and life transitions. With over 30 years of experience, I specialize in addressing a wide range of complex issues, including student and school challenges, court matters, Trust me to help you navigate through parenting challenges, extended family dynamics, court-related issues, anger management, addiction, blending families, and more. Text me 949.521.1140
Introducing Comprehensive Individual & Family Counseling Services: The experience, support and guidance you need at my private Mission Viejo office or convenient online sessions, I offer a safe space for couples, kids, teens, and families to navigate complex relationships and life transitions. With over 30 years of experience, I specialize in addressing a wide range of complex issues, including student and school challenges, court matters, Trust me to help you navigate through parenting challenges, extended family dynamics, court-related issues, anger management, addiction, blending families, and more. Text me 949.521.1140
I am a clinical therapist that has been in the field of mental health for many years. I have a specialized knowledge of trauma, depression, and anxiety disorders. Some clients have high levels of anxiety that makes them feel uncomfortable. Or, they have been struggling with certain thinking patterns that are cyclical and come to no resolution. Sometimes, they are struggling with relationship conflicts that keep bringing up things from the past. Examples, such as these are often trauma related. Having a therapist who understands traumas can make the difference.
I am a clinical therapist that has been in the field of mental health for many years. I have a specialized knowledge of trauma, depression, and anxiety disorders. Some clients have high levels of anxiety that makes them feel uncomfortable. Or, they have been struggling with certain thinking patterns that are cyclical and come to no resolution. Sometimes, they are struggling with relationship conflicts that keep bringing up things from the past. Examples, such as these are often trauma related. Having a therapist who understands traumas can make the difference.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
We are not meant to do life alone. As a therapist, I care deeply about creating a space where people can be seen, heard, and accepted. I value the transformative power that relationships have to offer – a sense of presence in the midst of life’s difficulties, and the opportunity to discover new ways of being.
We are not meant to do life alone. As a therapist, I care deeply about creating a space where people can be seen, heard, and accepted. I value the transformative power that relationships have to offer – a sense of presence in the midst of life’s difficulties, and the opportunity to discover new ways of being.
Am I the right therapist for you? Helping client's is the primary goal of every therapist. What can you do for me that the others can't? That is a valid question. Many healthcare providers provide symptom management rather than treating the main problem. I mainly use Solution Focused Therapy to focus on client's present and future and to find solutions for their problems. The therapy is not about me; its about you. However, in addition to my years of education, I bring a life-time of personal life experience and an extensive personal knowledge to the sessions.
Am I the right therapist for you? Helping client's is the primary goal of every therapist. What can you do for me that the others can't? That is a valid question. Many healthcare providers provide symptom management rather than treating the main problem. I mainly use Solution Focused Therapy to focus on client's present and future and to find solutions for their problems. The therapy is not about me; its about you. However, in addition to my years of education, I bring a life-time of personal life experience and an extensive personal knowledge to the sessions.
Ruthann London is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 1987. Ruthann helps clients tap into their resources creatively, by thinking out of the box. She helps clients who do not feel motivated in their daily lives because of anxiety, depression, and post trauma. Outside of work, Ruthann enjoys baking, dancing and loves trying new restaurants! She enjoys mystery novels and legal thrillers with a good cup of coffee.
Ruthann London is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 1987. Ruthann helps clients tap into their resources creatively, by thinking out of the box. She helps clients who do not feel motivated in their daily lives because of anxiety, depression, and post trauma. Outside of work, Ruthann enjoys baking, dancing and loves trying new restaurants! She enjoys mystery novels and legal thrillers with a good cup of coffee.
My work is solution focused. I work in the Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Orientation and Family Systems to offer tools to manage our emotions and improve our relationships. Our past family experiences are important. What we learned in our family is very much related to how we do life today. But sometimes, I think, people may invest an inordinate amount of their time and resources analyzing the problems of the past. In doing so they may miss the exceptions to those problems that hold the key to change.
My work is solution focused. I work in the Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Orientation and Family Systems to offer tools to manage our emotions and improve our relationships. Our past family experiences are important. What we learned in our family is very much related to how we do life today. But sometimes, I think, people may invest an inordinate amount of their time and resources analyzing the problems of the past. In doing so they may miss the exceptions to those problems that hold the key to change.
Sonja Taghavi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Making the decision to begin therapy can be a difficult choice…life is filled with ups and downs, and sometimes we just need a little extra support. That’s where I come in, my name is Sonja and I’m here to help you through the journey of life. I believe in taking a client-centered approach to therapy and helping each individual client with their personal needs and goals. I take great pride in providing an environment which creates a safe and trusting experience for my clients. I also believe in creating a healthy therapeutic relationship together which empowers my clients and helps them live an overall healthy and happier life.
Making the decision to begin therapy can be a difficult choice…life is filled with ups and downs, and sometimes we just need a little extra support. That’s where I come in, my name is Sonja and I’m here to help you through the journey of life. I believe in taking a client-centered approach to therapy and helping each individual client with their personal needs and goals. I take great pride in providing an environment which creates a safe and trusting experience for my clients. I also believe in creating a healthy therapeutic relationship together which empowers my clients and helps them live an overall healthy and happier life.
I am extremely good at working with teens, MFT interns who are looking to do some interpersonal work while gaining their 3000 hrs., blended families, divorce Recovery, Drug and Alcohol abuse/use, Gay and Lesbian, grief and loss, as well as Parent/Child Conflicts. I enjoy working with the above clients as well as receiving the internal benefits of watching my clients grow. I receive a "natural high" by working with and helping clients find their true selves. I believe the work I do help my clients enrich their personal and relational growth s well as enhance their emotional healing.
I am extremely good at working with teens, MFT interns who are looking to do some interpersonal work while gaining their 3000 hrs., blended families, divorce Recovery, Drug and Alcohol abuse/use, Gay and Lesbian, grief and loss, as well as Parent/Child Conflicts. I enjoy working with the above clients as well as receiving the internal benefits of watching my clients grow. I receive a "natural high" by working with and helping clients find their true selves. I believe the work I do help my clients enrich their personal and relational growth s well as enhance their emotional healing.
Mary Felch - Life Coach
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
I am excited and passionate about my work and helping people. As your Coach I will help you focus on what you really want in your Personal or Professional Life. I look forward to helping you select goals and take powerful steps forward in achieving your dreams. I am known for my ability to inspire, encourage and empower others. I believe in people's potential for achieving great things in their life. I love helping people in the helping professions to avoid burnout and excel. Together we will develop the steps that empower you to live your dream!
I am excited and passionate about my work and helping people. As your Coach I will help you focus on what you really want in your Personal or Professional Life. I look forward to helping you select goals and take powerful steps forward in achieving your dreams. I am known for my ability to inspire, encourage and empower others. I believe in people's potential for achieving great things in their life. I love helping people in the helping professions to avoid burnout and excel. Together we will develop the steps that empower you to live your dream!
Steve Aird
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (Online Only)
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one, a relationship, or a job? Are you feeling depressed, anxious, or are you lacking motivation? Are you experiencing challenges in your current relationships? Do current or past traumas make it difficult to manage daily life? If you are seeking healing, healthy and loving relationships, freedom from current and past traumas, and greater peace and joy, I would love to work with you. I have 20 years of experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and age groups.
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one, a relationship, or a job? Are you feeling depressed, anxious, or are you lacking motivation? Are you experiencing challenges in your current relationships? Do current or past traumas make it difficult to manage daily life? If you are seeking healing, healthy and loving relationships, freedom from current and past traumas, and greater peace and joy, I would love to work with you. I have 20 years of experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and age groups.
The families of South Orange County are under tremendous pressures; the stress can be compounded by those facing the challenges of a teen demonstrating behavioral or emotional issues. At times, the behavior of your teen may be so worrisome that it risks the health and normal functioning of not only your teen, but your entire family. At times like this, you may benefit from partnering with me to guide you through a specialized adolescent assessment and determine necessary treatment for your child.
The families of South Orange County are under tremendous pressures; the stress can be compounded by those facing the challenges of a teen demonstrating behavioral or emotional issues. At times, the behavior of your teen may be so worrisome that it risks the health and normal functioning of not only your teen, but your entire family. At times like this, you may benefit from partnering with me to guide you through a specialized adolescent assessment and determine necessary treatment for your child.
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Number of Therapists in Mission Viejo, CA
300+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in Mission Viejo, CA who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 90% | Depression |
| 76% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 72% | Coping Skills |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 65% | Stress |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 71% | Aetna |
| 67% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 55% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Mission Viejo, CA see their clients
| 77% | In Person and Online | |
| 23% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |