Trauma Focused Therapists in Tustin, CA

Are you masking your true feelings? Sometimes the way you present yourself outside may differ from how you feel inside. You are the only one that knows how you feel. But, sometimes, you need a guide to help you to explore your internal feelings and emotions. Self-exploration takes a lot of courage, a safe space, and a compassionate and supportive guide to walk with you through your journey of understanding yourself and the healing process.

In my practice, I embrace a client-centered approach, focusing on collaboration and meeting you where you are, with your personal goals serving as our guide throughout the therapeutic journey. The core of my practice lies the commitment to building a robust and trusting relationship with my clients. I prioritize cultivating a safe, secure, and judgment-free environment where you can openly explore your emotions, releasing what you've held so deeply inside. Ensuring every client feels seen and heard is essential to me, and I am dedicated to creating a safe haven filled with warmth and empathy.

I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and background as a special needs para-educator. I have worked to help children with diverse physical, intellectual and behavioral needs, along with their families, process issues of shame, guilt, and grief. Now as a therapist, I provide access to life-affirming mental health processing groups and individual counseling. I provide a holistic, Trauma Informed method celebrating the intersectionality of our identities in individual services, counseling with youth, families, and couples as well as group therapy.

Finding the right support can be challenging. Whether it's changing a compulsive behavior, recovering from a relationship that ended, going off to college, getting married, or finding the pathway to greater self-awareness, I enjoy helping those in times of transition to find the tools they need to make it happen.

Hi there! I'm Barbara G. Perry, an LCSW dedicated to helping my clients navigate life's challenges and find a path to healing and self-discovery by developing coping strategies and fostering positive change. I work empathically and collaboratively with clients, to explore their thoughts, feelings, and emotional experiences in a judgment-free space. I utilize a strengths-based approach person-centered approach. Together, we can work towards establishing safety and trust, developing a strong therapeutic alliance, and fostering positive change.

Are you struggling with a major life change? Maybe you are heartbroken after a recent break-up, or stressed due to job loss? Maybe you're dealing with a health condition, a quarter or mid-life crisis, or you have simply lost direction? Life transitions are an inevitable part of the human experience. Getting married, having a baby, moving, divorce, empty-nest, caring for aging parents, or retirement are all significant life events that can have a profound impact on your mental health and emotional wellbeing. While some people may be able to navigate these transitions on their own, others may benefit from the help of a therapist.

I am here to help you change your life! I provide an empathetic, non-judgemental and caring therapeutic approach. My goal is to help you reduce symptoms and gain positive change. Are you feeling anxious, sad, lonely, and struggle with loss of motivation? Are you having boundary issues, relationship issues, work problems, gender identity, culture issues, and/or immigration struggles. I am passionate about working with my clients to meet their goals. Every case is unique and requires a special therapeutic approach. I tailor my approach to your specific needs.

Struggling to find your way through life's trials? Feeling low on hope? Whether you're battling stress, anxiety, depression, executive functioning challenges or a life transition, I want you to know that you don't have to face it alone. I'm here to offer guidance and walk alongside you as you navigate the path to where you want to be. I approach sessions relationally and uniquely, offering age appropriate tools to best address your goals. Together we will begin the process of discovering and exploring your resilience, amidst processing areas of pain, struggle, or trauma, as you move forward on your path towards restoration and hope.

I'm so glad you're here. Something important brought you here, maybe you are overwhelmed by your emotions, disconnected in your relationships, or feeling lost in how to move forward toward the fulfilling life you long for. It can be difficult moving through the pain and complexities of life alone. It is because of this, that I am passionate about offering a safe space in therapy where all the parts of you and your story are seen and accepted. My ultimate desire is to help you navigate obstacles of life that may be keeping you from living as your truest self by helping you explore your internal world and your pain, past and present.

Offering Social-Emotional Summer Camp! Email for details! Is your child or teen struggling? Cara tests for learning disabilities, Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, giftedness, emotional/behavioral disorders, and intellectual disabilities. Cara also provides counseling to treat anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, behavior problems, and attention problems. She teaches coping skills for emotional and behavioral control.

Are you feeling overwhelmed and tired? Do you feel frustrated in your relationship? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Easier? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. Life shouldn’t be so hard to live a better life. Helping people live a better life is our passion. Is cost for therapy too expensive? You may qualify for Out of Network Health Benefits to alleviate the costs of therapy.

Hello, my name is Jessica Barron. I am a licensed clinical social worker offering individual therapy in Orange County, California. I specialize in perinatal mental health and trauma-informed care. I offer a strength-based approach and use evidence based therapy interventions to help clients achieve their goals to live a more fulfilled life. Initial sessions are dedicated to assessing your current wellness and creating a personalized plan to fit your needs and challenges. Diversified services also include online Telehealth session options and bilingual therapy.

As a clinical counselor, my mission is to assist individuals in navigating the intricate landscape of their minds. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, feeling the weight of burnout, processing the impact of trauma, or managing the challenges of learning differences, know that you're not alone.

“To see and hear what is here, instead of what should be, was, or will be. To say what I feel and think, instead of what I should. To feel what I feel, instead of what I ought. To ask for what I want, instead of always waiting for permission. To take risks on my behalf, instead of choosing to be safe and not rock the boat.” ― Virginia Satir. I want to help you be your authentic self. Together we can uncover what is holding you back from living your truth. Whatever the root, you are in a safe space to release current or past trauma and beliefs not serving you.

I firmly believe in the transformative power of therapy and embrace the sentiment expressed by Carl Jung, ‘I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become.’ My passion lies in connecting with individuals across various age groups, including children, teens, adults, and families, who are navigating a spectrum of mental health concerns. Specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, autism spectrum disorder, behavioral challenges, and adjustment issues. I draw from 15 years of experience. As a seasoned Behavior Management Assistant, and have worked extensively with diverse populations, focusing on dual diagnoses.

Hi! My name is Em and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping others explore ways to live their best life and deepen their sense of identity. Client autonomy is at the forefront of my clinical approach; while I bring clinical knowledge to guide our work, all therapeutic decisions and goals are set by you.

I provide warm, empathetic, and effective care to individuals, couples, and families using some of the best, scientifically validated methods available. My goal is to help you find quick relief while developing the kinds of solutions that have long term, positive results. Because everyone is different, I customize treatment to the specific needs of each person I work with and I go at the client's desired pace.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your teen's mood swings or emotional outbursts? Are you concerned about your teen's risky behaviors or self-harm? Is your teen feeling lost, lonely, withdrawn, angry, anxious or depressed (or all of the above)? I’m passionate about helping teens make sense of why they feel the way they do! My work focuses on helping them heal from past hurts, identify strengths, learn healthy coping skills, and build meaningful relationships. By creating a safe and supportive environment, my goal is to help my clients lead resilient, fulfilling, and purposeful lives.

My motto - "Don't spend more time in therapy discussing your childhood than it took to live it!" Known as "the solution therapist," I help adults and couples find real life solutions to everyday problems. I use a combination of Solution therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Positive Psychology and Life Coaching to address: depression, anxiety/panic attacks, PTSD, marriage counseling, singles and dating, codependency, highly sensitive person, food addiction, perfectionism, parenting, behavioral problems, ADD, grief, trauma, and post divorce issues. You are not alone, and there is help and support available.