Couples Counseling Therapists in Orange, CA
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Araceli Vidales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you a high achieving First-Gen Professional who is juggling multiples roles within your family. Are you a wife and a mother? You want to give 100% to everyone but feel overwhelmed and tired? You worked so hard to get to where you are and now you find yourself full of guilt. You feel you are sacrificing your career and time with your family. No one prepared you for all the conflicting emotions that come with being a working mother. The toll it takes on your
relationship
and self-worth. It seems unfair to sacrifice your career and saying it out loud feels wrong. I get it, and you are not alone.
Kristen Kinsfogel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I support individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, life transitions, and
relationship
challenges. As a therapist, I work collaboratively with my clients. I believe my clients are the experts in their own lives, and my role is to bring in alternative views or perspectives for understanding the current struggle. I am trained as a clinical psychologist and utilize various therapeutic interventions including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness skills, Interpersonal therapy, and Existential therapy.
Not accepting new clients
Marley Cote
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM) to help individuals and
couples
overcome emotional distress and trauma.
As a therapist, I often hear clients share experiences of betrayal, abandonment, rejection, and shame. These emotions can lead to a growing distance in important relationships, or a disconnect within oneself. It's understandable to feel lost and uncertain about how to move forward, like being stuck in a fog without a clear path to safety. However, I am here to guide you through this difficult terrain towards the refuge of reconnection, healing, remembering, and recovery. Together, we can work towards finding a safe haven and moving forward with renewed strength and resilience.
Orange, CA 92868
Not accepting new clients
Tien Nguyen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Through our work together, my clients experience a clear direction for their lives and feel empowered to make decisions for themselves on their own terms, while embracing their culture and enjoying a happy and connected
relationship
with their family.
I help first- and second-generation immigrated individuals who are struggling with negative thoughts and feel pulled between two cultures and the pressure from their parents/ families.
Megan Benterou
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
For my work with
couples
, I often refer to Emotion Focused therapy and Gottman techniques.
Hello and welcome! Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you’re an experienced client, taking this first step toward getting help is a monumental decision. Everyone goes through tough times and sometimes it’s easy to become overwhelmed when life gets too chaotic or everything seems like it’s going wrong. I assure you it does not have to be that way. Whatever brings you here, whether it's just feeling bogged down by daily life or there is a specific event or problem that needs to be addressed, I will do whatever I can to help.
Not accepting new clients
Madeline S Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, clinical supervisor at an outpatient mental health program, current doctoral student (in Clinical Psychology), and an avid learner, I am trained in various evidence based models of treatment and utilize an integrative therapeutic approach to optimize the needs of the individuals/
couples
/families that I serve.
If you are reading this, I commend you for taking the first step toward exploring/identifying someone to help you through whatever concerning issue and or life challenge that has occurred which prompted your search. It is my hope that you connect with someone that you feel will be the right fit for you and meet your current needs; if that person happens to be me, I look forward to embarking on this journey with you. My name is Madeline Rodriguez, and I have been working in the mental health field for over 7 years, with a widespread of experience, providing comprehensive and culturally sensitive/diverse services.
Not accepting new clients
Alex Feldt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
After working in various therapy settings, I have a broad base of experience working with adolescents,
couples
, and adults on issues such as work stress,
relationship
issues, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders.
Life can be a wonderful joy, it just takes a bit of work. I'm Alex, and as a therapist my job is to help people do that work navigating the rough waters of life and find that joy. I was once held through that journey myself by some wonderful therapists and I love the opportunity to give back and help my own clients achieve much the same. In our work, we will establish a hopeful and compassionate environment where you can feel safe to talk about anything, from your day-to-day struggles to your deepest secrets.
Jerry L Tyner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
You're starting a new school year, new job, or new
relationship
. Anxiety and depression is your constant companion and you can't eat or sleep. You feel sick without having any symptoms that the doctor can address. You see yourself as inadequate or a loser and will never be able to succeed. Every medication that has been tried has only made you feel worse or you recognize that you are taking too much. There has got to be a better way.
James R Daehnert
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My 30+ years of experience as a psychologist and psychoanalyst, working with adults, adolescents, children and
couples
, has given me an appreciation for the complexities of human experience.
It seems that whenever, and in whatever ways we are suffering, we have become stuck in a pattern that reflects a limited sense of ourselves, having lost track of who we are meant to be. Through use of a safe and supportive therapeutic environment, together we find ways to create a greater sense of wholeness and inner freedom.
Stacia Narasky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am grateful to a be a part of someones journey to positive change. I specialize in working with issues of anxiety, depression, life changes, trauma, grief and loss, job stress, and
relationship
issues. My ideal client is someone who is willing to work on themselves, challenge themselves, and put themselves first.
Not accepting new clients
Norely Brito
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I've worked with children and individuals struggling with life stressors, trauma, anxiety, depression, family conflicts,
relationship
issues, and behavioral issues.
Congratulations on taking the first step to improving your well-being! Are you and your child feeling stressed, anxious or disconnected? Is your child struggling to find the words to express what they are experiencing? Behavior is a form of communication for children, let me help you understand what your child is trying to express. Emotional stress can have a significant impact with how we relate to others, how we manage feelings, and what we think/feel about ourselves. I am committed to help you or your child identify and heal from the negative experiences and life stressors that led you to reach out for help.
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Gerry Miller
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Couples
often say that their number one problem is communication.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I love working with adults, teens and children. I provide a deep dive into therapeutic issues for those who suffer from depression, anxiety, trauma and grief recovery. I am trained in psychodynamic techniques and Gestalt therapy. Support and encouragement are the baseline for my therapeutic work and I assist my clients with practical solutions to problems. My clients say that I give them an unusual degree of empathy which they find very helpful. View my website at www.drmillercounseling.com
Cindy S Ellington
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have been working with individuals,
couples
and families for over 20 years.
By creating a safe environment, I seek to understand each person, their unique story and to bring about health, fulfillment and support. I believe every individual, couple and family has a story they bring into therapy that includes not only their situation at hand, but a personal, family and diverse experiential history. My approach in therapy is tailored toward the uniqueness of each person. Together, we will work towards facilitating more self-understanding, more effective ways of handling life challenges, and strengthening relationships with others.
Townes Eimer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My training has included: trauma, infertility,
relationship
problems, play therapy, domestic violence,loss & abuse.
Does your life feel in transition? Do you find it difficult to talk about your feelings? It can be challenging trying to navigate life by yourself. I would like to offer you a safe place where we can work together to acheive the thriving life you deserve.
What I bring into a therapy session is understanding, honesty and empathy. I am consistently striving to meet the needs of my clients and explore what their goals and objectives are for therapy.
Miles Levy-Nordhoff
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Verified
The most important aspect of any therapist-client
relationship
is building rapport, and that is my priority.
Talking about your feelings can be intimidating. It requires immense courage and vulnerability to explore emotions with a stranger. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space to allow clients to feel willing to share their experiences, challenges, and insecurities. I offer empathy, validation, and perspective to encourage clients to be more comfortable being their genuine, authentic selves, which we all deserve. I work collaboratively with clients to overcome issues of anxiety, depression, life-stage transitions, and emotional struggles.
Marty M Olson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
It's time to let go of frustration, disappointment and fear. Yes, Fear! Fear of not having the life you want. You can have that strong, loving
relationship
. You can overcome depression and anxiety and live in peace and strength.
Holding Hope Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I provide 50 minutes for individual therapy and 90 minutes for
couples
therapy.
Do you have a rare feeling that something isn't right? Get anxious out of nowhere and you don't know why? Are you tired of convincing yourself and others that you're fine? If you are experiencing anxiety and/or panic attacks, you may also be experiencing symptoms of depression. The good news is you don't have to figure this out alone! Therapy can help you provide relief and help you gain control of your life again!
Rebecca Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, 115025
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We were made to live in
relationship
with others. This can bring the greatest joys as well as the most profound difficulties into our lives. Learning how to navigate these difficulties doesn't have to be faced alone or without hope. I am passionate about helping individuals and
couples
discover a path that will guide them to experience hope and healing that will lead to healthy relationships and spiritual growth.
Jenna Borrelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hello- I'm Jenna Borrelli and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and Maryland. My background is in working with individuals and families. I have extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma,
relationship
and family issues, parenting challenges, life transitions, and personal growth/exploratory work. I am competent and enjoy working with the LGBTQ+ community as well. Making the decision to start therapy is your first and usually biggest hurdle toward feeling better or making a change in your life.
Carolina Cormack Orellana
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified
Verified
To help, I can offer a friendly
relationship
and several years of experience in the mental health field.
My ideal client is anyone who is looking for help on their path to healing, especially those trying therapy for the first time. I have a wide variety of experience with different issues including anxiety, depression, dealing with issues of systemic injustice, grief, navigating substances, and adjusting to major life changes. My ideal client would be looking for someone to nonjudgmentally walk with them on their journey to recovering from the challenging events life so often brings.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.