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Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Cristina Arenales

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
11 Endorsed
4060 Campus Dr.,220,, STE #220, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Let's Connect (949) 649-2356
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Our creative and determined psyche allows us to “make it through” whatever life throws our way. We develop ideals, patterns, and ways of thinking about the world, ourselves, and others. These things that at one point were protective and preserved us can overtime unknowingly to us be the very thing that gets in our way preventing us from living the life we ultimately desire. It can manifest itself in ways such as feeling frustrated with ourselves, self hate, feeling stuck, disconnection, insecurity, confusion, depression, self erasure, and maybe suicidal thoughts.
I focus on addressing defenses as they arise in therapy through an established therapeutic relationship with you so you can experience the insight and bravery you need to make positive change. My approach is grounded in integrative psychodynamic therapy. As a queer poc therapist I believe in the significance of ones individual context and intersectionality.
I have helped people work through relationship difficulties, negative patterns, move from confusion to clarity, struggles related to sexuality, and obsessive thoughts. Finally, I specialize in helping others build a deep understanding and acceptance of themselves while uncovering the root of the problem and assisting you in living a life that fulfills you.
Call or Cristina Arenales now for a free 15 minute consultation - (949) 649-2356

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Forbes Individual and Family Therapy

4060 Campus Dr.,220,

STE #220

Newport Beach, CA 92660 map

(949) 649-2356
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and LGBTQ+ 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (949) 649-2356
Photo of Cristina Arenales, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Forbes Individual and Family Therapy

4060 Campus Dr.,220,

STE #220

Newport Beach, CA 92660 map

(949) 649-2356
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and LGBTQ+ 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $215
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 649-2356
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Credit Card, Check, and Superbill.
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Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 649-2356

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 150137 Cristina Arenales
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 7 years
  • Attended Vanguard Univeristy of Southern California , Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology , Graduated 2020
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Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (949) 649-2356
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Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (949) 649-2356

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • LGBTQ+

Expertise

  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Codependency
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Religious trauma
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (949) 649-2356
Photo of Cristina Arenales, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (949) 649-2356

11 Endorsements

Vitoria Cottiss
Vitoria Cottiss
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateAMFT
Cristina is a highly skilled and compassionate therapist. Her extensive experience and warm, empathetic approach create a safe and supportive environment for her clients to explore all their worries and desires.
Lindsey Burke
Lindsey Burke
Licensed Professional CounselorMSLPC
I have known Cristina as a trusted colleague for over 5 years and I can wholeheartedly say she is a gifted and equipped therapist. She is passionate and dedicated to her clients. She is kind, compassionate, and direct. I highly recommend you work with her!
Rianna Williams
Rianna Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateAMFT
If you're seeking a therapist who is warm, compassionate, and truly listens, look no further. With deep empathy and skill, Cristina creates a safe space for healing and growth. Her guidance is insightful and transformative. I can't recommend her enough.
Savannah Curdo
Savannah Curdo
Marriage & Family TherapistMSLMFT
Cristina is a skilled therapist who excels in sitting with people in their pain and joys. She creates a safe, affirming space, guiding clients through their experiences while providing direct, meaningful challenges.
Ariella Baugh Lane
Ariella Baugh Lane
Marriage & Family TherapistMSMALMFT
Cristina truly embodies warmth, compassion, and empathy. She creates space in therapy to safely come as you are. Her wisdom, intuition, and passionate care for others, helps clients move towards self-understanding, self-acceptance, and genuine healing.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Psychodynamic
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use integrative psychodynamics therapy in my practice. In your first session well explore why therapy and you'll start the process of helping me get to know your mind. Overtime we get to understand your subconscious thought and with established safety, connection, and increased bravery, decide together what to do with the discoveries we've made.
Photo of Cristina Arenales, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 649-2356
"
I often use integrative psychodynamics therapy in my practice. In your first session well explore why therapy and you'll start the process of helping me get to know your mind. Overtime we get to understand your subconscious thought and with established safety, connection, and increased bravery, decide together what to do with the discoveries we've made.
Photo of Cristina Arenales, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 649-2356

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Forbes Individual and Family Therapy

4060 Campus Dr.,220,

STE #220

Newport Beach, CA 92660

(949) 649-2356
Photo of Cristina Arenales, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (949) 649-2356
Photo of Cristina Arenales, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (949) 649-2356