Providence Therapists in San Juan Capistrano, CA
I work with driven professionals who look successful from the outside but are quietly running on empty — burnout, career pressure, perfectionism, and the toll of always being 'on.' Many aren't in crisis; they want to protect what's working or rebuild coping tools that no longer hold up under pressure. I also work with clients facing substance use, co-occurring conditions, trauma, and crisis stabilization, drawing on four years in detox, PHP, and IOP settings. That work is trauma-informed and structured, building safety before deeper processing — including EMDR, which I'm currently certifying in.
I work with driven professionals who look successful from the outside but are quietly running on empty — burnout, career pressure, perfectionism, and the toll of always being 'on.' Many aren't in crisis; they want to protect what's working or rebuild coping tools that no longer hold up under pressure. I also work with clients facing substance use, co-occurring conditions, trauma, and crisis stabilization, drawing on four years in detox, PHP, and IOP settings. That work is trauma-informed and structured, building safety before deeper processing — including EMDR, which I'm currently certifying in.
I am in-network with Anthem Blue Cross, Aetna, Providence and Carelon through Headway (go through their website).
Do you lie awake at night worrying about how you are going to make your relationship work? Are you struggling to find a way through depression, or anxiety? Do you wonder how to respond to a loved one who is struggling with an addiction? I have worked with clients for over 25 years to learn effective tools to meet these challenges and move forward with emotional freedom.
In addition, I am a professor teaching in graduate mental health programs, which keeps me at the forefront of my profession. I have authored two books - the Grace-Filled Divorce and Substance Abuse Treatment and the Family.
I am in-network with Anthem Blue Cross, Aetna, Providence and Carelon through Headway (go through their website).
Do you lie awake at night worrying about how you are going to make your relationship work? Are you struggling to find a way through depression, or anxiety? Do you wonder how to respond to a loved one who is struggling with an addiction? I have worked with clients for over 25 years to learn effective tools to meet these challenges and move forward with emotional freedom.
In addition, I am a professor teaching in graduate mental health programs, which keeps me at the forefront of my profession. I have authored two books - the Grace-Filled Divorce and Substance Abuse Treatment and the Family.
Working in the mental health field for the past 14 years, I have had the pleasure of engaging with a multitude of individuals. Serving as a therapist, director of an adult program, and a case manager, I have been able to develop my expertise assisting individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, victims of domestic violence, individuals experiencing life transitions, struggles with interpersonal conflicts, and self-esteem concerns. Rooted from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy background, I primarily employ CBT, REBT, & DBT modalities into my practice while incorporating essential components of person-centered therapy.
Working in the mental health field for the past 14 years, I have had the pleasure of engaging with a multitude of individuals. Serving as a therapist, director of an adult program, and a case manager, I have been able to develop my expertise assisting individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, victims of domestic violence, individuals experiencing life transitions, struggles with interpersonal conflicts, and self-esteem concerns. Rooted from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy background, I primarily employ CBT, REBT, & DBT modalities into my practice while incorporating essential components of person-centered therapy.
Your tired of anxiety and trauma blocking you from your true self and your connection to others. I can help.
I believe in you and your ability to get through the toughest storms life may throw your way. You may be fed up with experiencing the same cycles that pull you away from the life you want to live. I will help you safely process & navigate these storms while working on gaining new insight & tools you can use for a lifetime. If you are ready to take that next step of exploring the quality of life that awaits you, I will be honored to support you on your journey of healing. You can reclaim your life one step at a time.
Your tired of anxiety and trauma blocking you from your true self and your connection to others. I can help.
I believe in you and your ability to get through the toughest storms life may throw your way. You may be fed up with experiencing the same cycles that pull you away from the life you want to live. I will help you safely process & navigate these storms while working on gaining new insight & tools you can use for a lifetime. If you are ready to take that next step of exploring the quality of life that awaits you, I will be honored to support you on your journey of healing. You can reclaim your life one step at a time.
I strive to help you feel comfortable, understood, and clear about what you want from therapy. In our first session, we’ll talk about what brings you in, what’s been challenging, and what you’d like to be different. I’ll ask thoughtful questions to understand your concerns, strengths, and goals, and we’ll begin identifying patterns that may be contributing to stress or feeling stuck. Together, we’ll determine whether my structured 8- 10 session approach is a good fit. You can expect to leave with greater clarity, an initial plan, and at least one practical tool or insight to use right away.
I strive to help you feel comfortable, understood, and clear about what you want from therapy. In our first session, we’ll talk about what brings you in, what’s been challenging, and what you’d like to be different. I’ll ask thoughtful questions to understand your concerns, strengths, and goals, and we’ll begin identifying patterns that may be contributing to stress or feeling stuck. Together, we’ll determine whether my structured 8- 10 session approach is a good fit. You can expect to leave with greater clarity, an initial plan, and at least one practical tool or insight to use right away.
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Are you stuck? Your journey towards empowerment and freedom starts now. You will build the skills to overcome your personal struggles and with those you love. Everyone has capacity for positive growth. You will be provided with a genuine, empathic, and safe space to allow you to tap into your innate power for growth and development. Our early childhood experiences and attachment styles shape our personality and behavior. Working on your past relationships will help you gain insight into your current situation, then use that insight to reduce daily stress and find your way.
Are you stuck? Your journey towards empowerment and freedom starts now. You will build the skills to overcome your personal struggles and with those you love. Everyone has capacity for positive growth. You will be provided with a genuine, empathic, and safe space to allow you to tap into your innate power for growth and development. Our early childhood experiences and attachment styles shape our personality and behavior. Working on your past relationships will help you gain insight into your current situation, then use that insight to reduce daily stress and find your way.
My goal as a psychotherapist is to help people find peace with their past, happiness in their present, and hope for their future. I encourage and empower my clients to improve and enhance how they love, work, and play.
My goal as a psychotherapist is to help people find peace with their past, happiness in their present, and hope for their future. I encourage and empower my clients to improve and enhance how they love, work, and play.
Let’s face it—today’s world can feel like trying to navigate the increasingly complicated system at Disneyland that used to feel so easy but now feels impossibly exclusive. We live and work in broken and complicated systems. Whether you seek clinical supervision, career coaching, an educator for your group, or personal therapy, I have a holistic approach to help you not only understand what you're going through, but to navigate it with more clarity and confidence. Together, we’ll explore the root of your challenges and develop practical strategies that will help you find your way to a place of flourishing—no special app required!
Let’s face it—today’s world can feel like trying to navigate the increasingly complicated system at Disneyland that used to feel so easy but now feels impossibly exclusive. We live and work in broken and complicated systems. Whether you seek clinical supervision, career coaching, an educator for your group, or personal therapy, I have a holistic approach to help you not only understand what you're going through, but to navigate it with more clarity and confidence. Together, we’ll explore the root of your challenges and develop practical strategies that will help you find your way to a place of flourishing—no special app required!
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience helping adults, adolescents, and families navigate overwhelming emotions, relationship stress, and the impact of trauma. Many of my clients feel stuck, burned out, or unsure of their next steps. I take a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and practical approach....helping you understand patterns, regulate emotions, and create real change. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or life transitions, I provide a calm, supportive space to help you feel more in control of life.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience helping adults, adolescents, and families navigate overwhelming emotions, relationship stress, and the impact of trauma. Many of my clients feel stuck, burned out, or unsure of their next steps. I take a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and practical approach....helping you understand patterns, regulate emotions, and create real change. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or life transitions, I provide a calm, supportive space to help you feel more in control of life.
Talk Therapy Works! Getting to know each other during our first session will help us to decide if we fit as a team to explore your strengths, successes, challenges and difficulties. Our sessions will be 'client-driven' meaning you are the driver on your journey to enhanced self -esteem, confidence and self- worth. I become the navigator, counselor and cheer-leader on your journey.
Talk Therapy Works! Getting to know each other during our first session will help us to decide if we fit as a team to explore your strengths, successes, challenges and difficulties. Our sessions will be 'client-driven' meaning you are the driver on your journey to enhanced self -esteem, confidence and self- worth. I become the navigator, counselor and cheer-leader on your journey.
Therapy can be an amazing experience that helps individuals and couples grow and I love being able to work with people seeking that understanding, change, and growth.
Therapy can be an amazing experience that helps individuals and couples grow and I love being able to work with people seeking that understanding, change, and growth.
After nine years of personal and professional experience I have gained experience that has assisted me in treat people from different backgrounds, challenges, and diagnosis.
After nine years of personal and professional experience I have gained experience that has assisted me in treat people from different backgrounds, challenges, and diagnosis.
From the outside, you seem strong and put together. But inside, you feel anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in negative patterns. Perfectionism pushes you to keep going, even when you’re depleted, and you never feel "good enough." In your relationship, you may feel misunderstood, reactive, disconnected or caught in arguments that never truly resolve. A life transition — career shifts, motherhood, loss, identity changes — may have shaken your sense of self. You want clarity, confidence, and connection that feels secure and grounded. You’re ready to look beneath the surface and shift the patterns that no longer serve you.
From the outside, you seem strong and put together. But inside, you feel anxious, overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in negative patterns. Perfectionism pushes you to keep going, even when you’re depleted, and you never feel "good enough." In your relationship, you may feel misunderstood, reactive, disconnected or caught in arguments that never truly resolve. A life transition — career shifts, motherhood, loss, identity changes — may have shaken your sense of self. You want clarity, confidence, and connection that feels secure and grounded. You’re ready to look beneath the surface and shift the patterns that no longer serve you.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, with challenges impacting daily functioning at home, school, or work. I provide a supportive, trauma-informed space and use evidence-based approaches to help clients process experiences, build coping skills, and strengthen resilience so they can move forward with greater confidence and emotional balance.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, with challenges impacting daily functioning at home, school, or work. I provide a supportive, trauma-informed space and use evidence-based approaches to help clients process experiences, build coping skills, and strengthen resilience so they can move forward with greater confidence and emotional balance.
I applaud you for considering therapy—this is no small step. Turning inward to explore your emotional world and understand the roots of your struggles is one of the most meaningful investments you can make. Whether you're navigating a life transition, healing from past wounds, or seeking deeper connection, you deserve support that feels grounded, compassionate, and tailored to you. I take a client-centered, psychodynamic approach—exploring how early relationships and experiences shape your sense of self and your patterns today.
I applaud you for considering therapy—this is no small step. Turning inward to explore your emotional world and understand the roots of your struggles is one of the most meaningful investments you can make. Whether you're navigating a life transition, healing from past wounds, or seeking deeper connection, you deserve support that feels grounded, compassionate, and tailored to you. I take a client-centered, psychodynamic approach—exploring how early relationships and experiences shape your sense of self and your patterns today.
Susan Lauing is an associate clinical social worker who specializes in a wide range of mental health, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, patient-centered, and grounded in empathy. Susan prioritizes building a safe, trusting relationship, where patients feel seen, heard, respected, and empowered to share their experiences at their own pace. Her goal is to create a supportive, empowering space, where patients can build practical coping skills, increase self-awareness, and gain confidence to navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change.
Susan Lauing is an associate clinical social worker who specializes in a wide range of mental health, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, patient-centered, and grounded in empathy. Susan prioritizes building a safe, trusting relationship, where patients feel seen, heard, respected, and empowered to share their experiences at their own pace. Her goal is to create a supportive, empowering space, where patients can build practical coping skills, increase self-awareness, and gain confidence to navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change.
If you're feeling anxious, nervous, restless, or worried, or struggling with low mood, trouble concentrating, or sleeping, I want you to know that I'm here to help. These feelings are more common than you might think, and there's no shame in reaching out for support.
If you're feeling anxious, nervous, restless, or worried, or struggling with low mood, trouble concentrating, or sleeping, I want you to know that I'm here to help. These feelings are more common than you might think, and there's no shame in reaching out for support.
You may be navigating a season of change, loss, or uncertainty that has left you feeling disconnected from yourself or questioning how to move forward. Perhaps you've done years of personal work and understand your patterns, yet something still feels unresolved. You long for deeper healing, not just insight. My clients are often thoughtful, self-aware, and ready to reconnect with their authentic selves. Together, we'll create a safe, compassionate space where your body can complete what it has been holding, allowing lasting healing, integration, and a greater sense of freedom.
You may be navigating a season of change, loss, or uncertainty that has left you feeling disconnected from yourself or questioning how to move forward. Perhaps you've done years of personal work and understand your patterns, yet something still feels unresolved. You long for deeper healing, not just insight. My clients are often thoughtful, self-aware, and ready to reconnect with their authentic selves. Together, we'll create a safe, compassionate space where your body can complete what it has been holding, allowing lasting healing, integration, and a greater sense of freedom.
You may look like you're holding everything together, but inside, you feel exhausted, disconnected, or stuck. Many of my clients come to therapy after years of putting others first or navigating painful experiences. We work together to understand what's beneath those patterns so healing and not just coping becomes possible.
You may look like you're holding everything together, but inside, you feel exhausted, disconnected, or stuck. Many of my clients come to therapy after years of putting others first or navigating painful experiences. We work together to understand what's beneath those patterns so healing and not just coping becomes possible.
We offer therapy for Pacific Mind Health patients who are also receiving care through our medication management program, providing a connected and supportive treatment experience. Vanessa Fernandez is an associate clinical social worker who works with adults and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, behavioral challenges, women’s health concerns, gender-related issues, and life transitions. She is passionate about providing culturally responsive care and helping clients feel seen, understood, and supported as they work toward healing, resilience, and personal growth.
We offer therapy for Pacific Mind Health patients who are also receiving care through our medication management program, providing a connected and supportive treatment experience. Vanessa Fernandez is an associate clinical social worker who works with adults and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, behavioral challenges, women’s health concerns, gender-related issues, and life transitions. She is passionate about providing culturally responsive care and helping clients feel seen, understood, and supported as they work toward healing, resilience, and personal growth.
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