Family Counseling Therapists in Orange, CA

Are you attempting to juggle work, home life, and a social life and finding it to be impossible? Do you find yourself frequently overwhelmed with responsibilities? If so, you have come to the right place. I specialize in treating anxiety, family relational issues, relaxation and mindfulness. I have gained experience through working at community based agencies, substance abuse treatment facilities, and working with at risk youth. I utilize evidenced-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness to help you manage thoughts and emotions related to the common stressors of life.

Perhaps you are visiting today to obtain answers to confusion, peace in the torment, clarity from the chaos, healing from the pain. Maybe you just want someone to understand your pain. You might be feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or hopeless. Whatever your reasoning may be, I am dedicated to help you achieve hope and healing. Thank you for taking the first step to work toward your personal healing journey. I am passionate about understanding, accepting, and empathyzing with my clients. I approach therapy holistically, which encompasses spirit, body, and mind.

Between everything going on in the world, family problems, work stress, relationship issues, abuse, trauma, and so much more, life can be stressful, overwhelming, and at times feel hopeless. I am here to help you find relief from the stresses you are facing so that you feel ready and able to conquer anything that comes your way. I help you uncover the roots of the issues in your life and we will work as a team to find a unique path to healing that tailors to you and your specific goals and needs.

Have life-altering events or even life's ordinary obstacles been cluttering your pathway to happiness? In a caring environment, I specialize in facilitating clients' return to everyday life following trauma, loss, or difficulty with relationships. Using traditional therapeutic methods in the office or Equine Assisted Psychotherapy outside in the fresh air with therapeutic horses, clients develop skills and discover wisdom to cope with and overcome obstacles in their lives. No experience with horses is required and no riding of horses takes place.

Navigating life's journeys can be a difficult and painful process. We may develop hurts, habits, and hang ups that impede our growth and personal relationships. The goal of treatment that I strive for is for you to become all you were created to be; to be healed from the pain of the past, and move into the possibilities of the future. My specialty is working with those struggling with trauma/PTSD, addiction, depression, relationship issues, and co-dependency. I have extensive experience working with families coping with an addicted loved one, facilitating interventions and introducing the addicted individual to a process of ongoing recovery.

I have worked in various treatment settings providing group, individual, and family therapy to children and adults from all backgrounds. I have extensive experience providing counseling to adult women and men struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders like depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, and family /relational 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.

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. By considering therapy, you are taking that first step. I feel that a true counselor on this journey will recognize that each person is unique yet faces familiar challenges. I would like to help you learn about yourself, discover how and why you are feeling the way you do, and how you can effect change - the way you relate to yourself, your family , your work and others. I also have over 10 years experience working with children and their parents with behavioral and emotional issues, including trauma and ADD.

The treatment of people with a variety of symptoms. If it is something I am not qualified to treat we can discuss that as well as other options. Skilled at treating families and people, starting the journey or struggling with the new and various roles of CAREGIVING, adults or aging parents. There are a number of reasons why people seek therapy or avoid it. I can help decide if this is the right step.

I specialize in helping children and teens navigate the difficult life situations that often feel overwhelming. I feel passionate about helping families in crisis and working with parenting issues. I am very experienced in the assessment and treatment of depression, anxiety, and painful life transitions for people of all ages. As a licensed marriage and family therapist for over 10 years, I have helped many families make tangible and lasting changes in their lives. I believe that therapy is a collaborative effort and the most important part of therapy is the connection between you and your therapist.

Life presents us many challenges. Sometimes, we become overwhelmed with how to navigate them. Whether you are a parent dealing with one of the myriad of issues you face with a child, a person struggling to find the joy you know life holds, feel you and your significant other have lost touch with the love that brought you together, or have suffered a life changing loss , there is hope. Albert Schweitzer stated "At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by the spark of another." Working collaboratively, I believe I can help ignite the spark inside you towards the changes that will bring you more joy and peace.

Despite your hard work, does it seem like problems continue to pop up for you? You might consider your family disorganized or even chaotic. You have noticed a shift in your child or children and are concerned, it may be caused by divorce or a loss in the family , or other events that cause stress. You are worried about their socialization and they seem to just not be themselves. Friends, family and maybe even teachers are expressing their own concerns regarding your child. You are not sure if it's your parenting or what more you can provide your child. This is scary, overwhelming and it takes courage to admit it isn't working.

If you are considering a change, want to resolve conflict, or heal the past, you have taken the first step. It can be difficult to finally reach out to someone. Sometimes our problems may manifest as conflict in our relationships and occupations. Managing changes in our lives may create stress and confusion. Loss and grieving may require more support than family and friends can provide. Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy can serve to give you the space to clarify issues and heal.

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.

Choosing a therapist for you and your family is not only a great step but also intimidating. How do you know who is competent and who can best work with the most important people in your life (self, family , child, partner). Like all relationships, there needs to be a good fit where you can trust and know the person is knowledgable and has your best interest. Please feel free to look at my websites www.thetonkinscenter.com for private practice and www.creativecustodysolutions.com for pre/post divorce work. All the best. Dr. Sue

Families are required to manage multiple stressors and expectations in day to day life. Over time, we see the toll it takes on them. Couples struggle with communication, intimacy and sharing common goals. Finding time to nurture the relationship and improve closeness sometimes involves outside support. If left untreated, we see couples and families experiencing depression, anxiety and often times separation. Regaining connections, coping and feeling better about yourself is the goal of my practice. Having an accurate assessment, diagnosis and treatment plan is the best place to begin.

Have you been struggling with current relationships, a loss, life dissatisfaction or ongoing issues that leave you feeling stuck? I have experience working with people experiencing relationship problems & life adjustments that often can be difficult to work through individually. I work from a client-centered approach that allows me to connect to clients and provide a safe environment to explore areas of change that can help increase coping skills, insight and general fulfillment.

I have many years of experience in treating people that are depressed and anxious. I also have much experience in treating victims of PTSD, domestic violence and child abuse. I am bilingual and bicultural and offer the unique skill of working with Spanish speaking clients.

Learning to know one self is a difficult goal to achieve. People often choose to hide their true selves behind a façade, thinking “they” are invisible, protected from being exposed. By doing so, they often find themselves isolated, anxious and depressed. Sometimes they create a larger, more obvious mask to camouflage their flaws. Learning to put the façade down requires the courage to identify and honestly disclose ones feelings, this creates a trusting sense of self and an openness with others. My approach is to support clients towards becoming their authentic selves