Family Therapy in Newport Beach, CA

I am a highly goal focused clinician committed to helping my patients overcome difficult life situations and lead satisfying lives. I use a variety of techniques grounded in health psychology, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), interpersonal and psychodynamic theories to help my patients. Psychological/mental health services I offer include assessment, consultation, counseling, psychotherapy, and neuropsychological evaluation for anxiety, depression/mood disorder, stress, poor job/academic performance, and problems stemming from relationship, immigration, chronic illness, life transition and career-life balance. I am also a sleep disorders specialist for all ages. I was a faculty member at Stanford University.

Are you an adult that finds yourself unfulfilled? Do past experiences continue to play a role in your present day life; old relationships, family dynamics, behavior patterns and emotional reactions continue to hold you back from reaching your full potential? Or maybe you are parent that is trying to navigate raising children in this ever evolving society. If you are motivated for change and need guidance in navigating goal achievement, overcoming depression or anxiety, healing from PTSD and need a safe place to heal and explore, seek no further.

"WANT A DEEP SOULMATE CNXN?" HEARTBROKEN? FAMILY HURTING? DISAPPOINTED? LONELY? FEELING NOT APPRECIATED, NOT SEEN ? TIRED ARGUING? STUBBORN MATE? STAY OR BREAKUP?" "WHAT ABOUT THE CHILDREN?" After 50 years helping couples and training therapists all over the world, I am convinced that most relationship problems are not the couples' fault. Lacking Real Knowledge & Skills for Deep Soulmate Relating is! CALL ME.

If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, marital or relationship issues, it is important to find a therapist with whom you feel safe and comfortable....a good fit for you. I have been in practice for over 20 years and my approach is to get to the problem, find the solution, and work collaboratively toward these goals. I welcome feedback, positive and negative!

At Newport Beach Family Development Center we strive to provide treatment that goes beyond symptom relief. Fundamentally, we believe that each person can achieve happiness and that happiness can be cultivated through internal resiliency. All of our services are steeped in a strength based approach. Whether we are working with a child, adolescent or adult our therapy and assessment services offer the opportunity to develop the positive self concept that promotes interactions fueled through resilience, innovation and positive intention.

I work mainly with adults and late adolescents, individually, in couples and in groups. The areas I specialize in are sexual issues (individuals or couples), adults molested as children, emotional intimacy, communication, anxiety, depression, self-awareness, and deep and lasting character change. In my 40 years of practicing counseling and psychotherapy I've worked with a wide variety of people of different ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, religions, and those with physical challenges. I find it immensely rewarding to work with people who are actively seeking to resolve problems through increased self-awareness.

My name is Sheila Hansen, and I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#115782) and, Registered Play Therapist (#T4545), here in Orange County, California. I provide specialized therapeutic services to children, families, and individuals to help them work through relationship issues and struggles, and get back on track for a happy life.

Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.

I provide in-person and tele-health psychotherapy with specialization in trauma, depression, anxiety, life transition, family systems and eating disorders. My practice is also evolving to allow access to in-person and online coaching with emphasis on expanding beyond perfectionism, courageous and open-hearted parenting, relationships and career development. I weave elements from my formal education, which includes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy with Somatic Experiencing and am informed by a deepening and expanding spiritual practice, which may incorporate natural, holistic and community approaches to healing.

My focus is working with teens, adolescents, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, electronics/gaming addiction, anger, trauma and loss. Often, teens, adolescents and adults who are suffering have difficulty communicating with others, which in-term affects relationships with parents, friends, partners, and other important individuals. Teens and adolescents are also prone to depression and anxiety at this developmental stage, causing low self-esteem, isolating themselves from friends/ family , angry/violent outbursts and significant mood swings. This may be difficult to endure alone, and that's where I come in.

Do you feel hopelessly stuck, frustrated, depressed, or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel distant in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you find meaningful connections and balance the constant changes in life. In therapy, I can provide you a safe and warm environment for you to process your trauma or triggers. I will assist you in discovering your own strengths and developing new tools to manage negative feelings and thoughts.

Seeking therapy takes courage and strength. Are you experiencing feeling stuck due to childhood trauma? I am here to provide you with unconditional support to process through your anxiety, depression, and other unresolved feelings at your pace. Sometimes we may need someone who is there for us and there are no problems in life that are too big or small. You have taken the first step to seek help, I can help you discover your inner strength to bounce back and deep inside you may be wishing for peace and equilibrium. As a therapist, I aim to help you reach those goals together to bring about inner peace.

I know that traditional therapy can be intimidating and unaffordable for many. After spending thousands of hours over the past decade helping clients from all ages, profiles and backgrounds, this is what I’ve learned: We all have meaningful and complex stories. We carry pain, trauma, and wounds with us from our past in our own respective way. We’ve adopted unhealthy patterns from our past relationships and unique family systems that we tend to bring with us into our present life. And we crave many of the same things: healing, transformation, and healthy, thriving relationships with our partners… and ultimately — ourselves.

I know that having an eating disorder is not easy and often misunderstood by friends and family . I want to help you work towards changing your attitude towards food and thoughts about your body by working with you to create and maintain a full and worthwhile life. I can help you improve and feel better by practicing evidence based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). You don't have to do it alone. I want to help you address your problems and create new, effective solutions.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been assisting individuals on their journey toward growth and wholeness for the past eleven years. From my own experience in psychotherapy to the work I've done with clients, I have witnessed the healing and interpersonal peace that the therapeutic process offers. I believe the best and most beautiful parts of us can usually be found through the openings of the wounds we bear. Let's work together to find those parts!

I am a licensed Marriage & Family therapist , licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, certified PEERS instructor, and credentialed teacher. I have effectively taught social skills privately and in school settings to children, teens, and young adults with Autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Depression, Bipolar, and Schizophrenia for over 20 years. In addition to social skills groups, I can provide one-on-one therapy to children, teens, and young adults experiencing specific concerns. I also provide mentoring/therapy services to parents with child rearing issues and concerns.

My hope for connecting with you is to provide a safe and judgment-free space where you feel seen and heard. Collaboratively, you and I will build a relationship that provides you with the healing you seek. It is my longing to offer you the arena to lean into the feelings and emotions you are experiencing and explore them, together. I offer an empathetic and nurturing environment to guide and navigate you towards living as your most authentic and whole self.

Are you stuck in spins that block you in love and work? My interventions are strategic, solution-focused, and action oriented. As a certified PACT therapist I use this dynamic and interactive Psychobiological Approach developed by Stan Tatkin as described in his book "Wired for Love". Couples report immediate shifts and significant progress with this approach compared to prior couples counseling experiences.

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.