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Denise Dunn

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

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2 Endorsed
26451 Crown Valley Pkwy, Suite 100, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Let's Connect (949) 201-9351
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You feel like you “should” be strong, coping with personal and relational struggles. and in control of your emotions, and yet you feel stuck, helpless and doubtful. You want to be hopeful, feeling joy and peace within yourself and relationships, but you do not know how to sustain that. You have a lot on your plate, exhausted, noticing continued and growing stress on yourself and your relationships with others. Often these times are coupled with feelings of loneliness, fear, anxiousness, anger, impatience, resentment, bitterness, along with shame and guilt for feeling those to begin with.
There is a way out of suffering. Joy and peace can co-exist with life’s difficulties. I work with my clients to explore these difficult issues and help them to gain a sense of deeper connection, hope, and peace. I use an honest, authentic, and caring approach and will help you to develop skills that will move you through the emotional pain.
I have 15 years of experience helping people move through life’s struggles. I provide a safe, compassionate, judgment-free environment with a smile and some humor. I focus on building hope with quick results. Please call or email me to make an appointment. It is my honor to be by your side guiding you on the journey to peace and joy.
Call or Denise Dunn now for a free 15 minute consultation - (949) 201-9351

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

26451 Crown Valley Pkwy

Suite 100

Mission Viejo, CA 92691 map

(949) 201-9351
My website
Schedule a 15 minute consult, or a session to begin on my website.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (949) 201-9351
Photo of Denise Dunn, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

26451 Crown Valley Pkwy

Suite 100

Mission Viejo, CA 92691 map

(949) 201-9351
My website
Schedule a 15 minute consult, or a session to begin on my website.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • Out of Network
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I offer couple's intensives over a weekend.
Photo of Denise Dunn, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Denise Dunn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 201-9351
"
I offer couple's intensives over a weekend.
Photo of Denise Dunn, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Denise Dunn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 201-9351

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT101039 Denise Dunn
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • Attended Argosy University, Graduated 2010
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Relational Living Therapy 2025
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Denise Dunn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (949) 201-9351
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Denise Dunn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (949) 201-9351

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Denise Dunn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (949) 201-9351
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Denise Dunn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (949) 201-9351

2 Endorsements

Breanna Epps
Breanna Epps
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWRPT™
Denise is an just a joy. She is empathetic, smart, and effective in her therapeutic support. She is a true gem to have rooting for you in your corner!

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Denise Dunn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (949) 201-9351
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Denise Dunn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (949) 201-9351

Groups

Location

Primary Location

26451 Crown Valley Pkwy

Suite 100

Mission Viejo, CA 92691

(949) 201-9351

Nearby Areas

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Schedule a 15 minute consult, or a session to begin on my website.
Photo of Denise Dunn, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Denise Dunn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (949) 201-9351
"
Schedule a 15 minute consult, or a session to begin on my website.
Photo of Denise Dunn, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Denise Dunn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (949) 201-9351