Therapists in 92612
Dr. Cassidy Blair
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92612
I specialize in treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar D/O, variety of Addictions, Trauma, Intimacy and Relationship Issues, Eating D/O, Life Coaching and Performance Coaching.
WE OFFER EVENING AND WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS. My goal is to help you improve the quality of your life and make positive changes by reducing your Anxiety, Depression, eliminating stress, Addiction, and gaining back control. You will achieve a much higher quality of life in a safe, exclusive and caring environment. I will support you to discover your inner strength, and develop effective coping skills. You will experience freedom from emotional pain and feel empowered to achieve your goals and dreams. I provide CONCEIRGE care to executives and professionals.
I specialize in treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar D/O, variety of Addictions, Trauma, Intimacy and Relationship Issues, Eating D/O, Life Coaching and Performance Coaching.
WE OFFER EVENING AND WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS. My goal is to help you improve the quality of your life and make positive changes by reducing your Anxiety, Depression, eliminating stress, Addiction, and gaining back control. You will achieve a much higher quality of life in a safe, exclusive and caring environment. I will support you to discover your inner strength, and develop effective coping skills. You will experience freedom from emotional pain and feel empowered to achieve your goals and dreams. I provide CONCEIRGE care to executives and professionals.
Alysia St. Clair
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92612
Alysia is a warm, compassionate, caring clinician who provides a calm safe environment to work through life's challenges. Alysia has extensive experience working with a variety of populations including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma. She uses Evidenced-Based Practices including mindfulness, DBT, EMDR, and CBT to help clients work through struggles. She is an expert on addiction and trauma based interventions. Alysia is certified as an Advanced Mindfulness Practitioner. She is genuinely compassionate and engages deeply with her clients.
Alysia is a warm, compassionate, caring clinician who provides a calm safe environment to work through life's challenges. Alysia has extensive experience working with a variety of populations including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma. She uses Evidenced-Based Practices including mindfulness, DBT, EMDR, and CBT to help clients work through struggles. She is an expert on addiction and trauma based interventions. Alysia is certified as an Advanced Mindfulness Practitioner. She is genuinely compassionate and engages deeply with her clients.
Annalisa Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92612
Hi, My name is Annalisa Thomas. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California, Georgia, and North Carolina. I focus on meeting the client where they are. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution focused, strengths-based, and motivational interviewing approaches. I typically work with individuals aged 18-65. I also work with couples. The conditions I most comfortably treat are depression, anxiety, self-esteem, women's health issues, life transitions, career challenges, relationship issues, conflict resolution/boundary setting, and OCD.
Hi, My name is Annalisa Thomas. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California, Georgia, and North Carolina. I focus on meeting the client where they are. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution focused, strengths-based, and motivational interviewing approaches. I typically work with individuals aged 18-65. I also work with couples. The conditions I most comfortably treat are depression, anxiety, self-esteem, women's health issues, life transitions, career challenges, relationship issues, conflict resolution/boundary setting, and OCD.
Behzad Bernous
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92612
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Professor of Psychology. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services that span from therapy for depression and anxiety to parenting support, couples counseling, individual therapy, and psychological testing. I offer my services in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and supportive atmosphere in English and Farsi.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Professor of Psychology. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services that span from therapy for depression and anxiety to parenting support, couples counseling, individual therapy, and psychological testing. I offer my services in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and supportive atmosphere in English and Farsi.
Hannah Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92612
I have helped clients navigate through struggles with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, abuse, low self-esteem, grief and loss, goal attainment, life transitions and more.
Helping you journey toward self-discovery, personal growth, and true happiness is something I feel deeply passionate about. I believe that we are all self-healers and that change is always possible. There are times when life's challenges can be so overwhelming that it consumes every part of us, affecting our productivity, how we see ourselves, and how we connect to others. I am dedicated to helping my clients discover their own inner strengths and resources, gain new insights and develop new skills that can be utilized to overcome any issues or challenges and help restore confidence, peace and fulfillment in your life.
I have helped clients navigate through struggles with depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, abuse, low self-esteem, grief and loss, goal attainment, life transitions and more.
Helping you journey toward self-discovery, personal growth, and true happiness is something I feel deeply passionate about. I believe that we are all self-healers and that change is always possible. There are times when life's challenges can be so overwhelming that it consumes every part of us, affecting our productivity, how we see ourselves, and how we connect to others. I am dedicated to helping my clients discover their own inner strengths and resources, gain new insights and develop new skills that can be utilized to overcome any issues or challenges and help restore confidence, peace and fulfillment in your life.
Nadia Teymoorian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92612
My extensive experience includes providing Counseling Services for Geriatrics, Adults, adolescents and Couples who struggle with a variety of issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Self Esteem issues, Domestic violence, Substance abuse, Sexual Abuse, Marital and pre-marital issues, Interpersonal and Relationship issues.
There are circumstances in life that can prevent individuals to enjoy life to its fullest. Regardless of the reason, psychotherapy is a powerful and beneficial tool for healing and personal growth. I'm here to offer you support and guidance through the process. My approach is tailored to each individual based on each individual’s unique needs that sometimes involves identifying strengths, building self-confidence and self-acceptance as well as challenging unhealthy beliefs and coping strategies in a therapeutic, supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere.
My extensive experience includes providing Counseling Services for Geriatrics, Adults, adolescents and Couples who struggle with a variety of issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Self Esteem issues, Domestic violence, Substance abuse, Sexual Abuse, Marital and pre-marital issues, Interpersonal and Relationship issues.
There are circumstances in life that can prevent individuals to enjoy life to its fullest. Regardless of the reason, psychotherapy is a powerful and beneficial tool for healing and personal growth. I'm here to offer you support and guidance through the process. My approach is tailored to each individual based on each individual’s unique needs that sometimes involves identifying strengths, building self-confidence and self-acceptance as well as challenging unhealthy beliefs and coping strategies in a therapeutic, supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere.
Kathy Le
Psychological Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92612 (Online Only)
I take a holistic, client-centered approach to therapy. My goal is to provide insight, feedback, and tools to help you in this journey. I utilize different modalities in order to tailor each session and treatment plan to whatever goals or challenges you may be facing at the moment. I have immediate openings for individual and relationship therapy on Sunday, Monday, and Thursdays.
I take a holistic, client-centered approach to therapy. My goal is to provide insight, feedback, and tools to help you in this journey. I utilize different modalities in order to tailor each session and treatment plan to whatever goals or challenges you may be facing at the moment. I have immediate openings for individual and relationship therapy on Sunday, Monday, and Thursdays.
Sara Kachineh- Kach Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92612
I truly believe “Shame dies when stories are told in safe places.” Whatever it is that you are dealing with at the current moment, be it anxiety, stress, burnout, imposter syndrome, or substance abuse, I know it comes with a story. It's ok not to be ok at times. Additionally, do you think you are a perfectionist? Do you have a hard time saying no? Have you been told you are too sensitive or that you care too much? Are you compulsively taking responsibility for the needs of others? If the answer to any of the above is YES, I want you to know that high functioning Anxiety is a thing and one way or another it will lead to burnout.
I truly believe “Shame dies when stories are told in safe places.” Whatever it is that you are dealing with at the current moment, be it anxiety, stress, burnout, imposter syndrome, or substance abuse, I know it comes with a story. It's ok not to be ok at times. Additionally, do you think you are a perfectionist? Do you have a hard time saying no? Have you been told you are too sensitive or that you care too much? Are you compulsively taking responsibility for the needs of others? If the answer to any of the above is YES, I want you to know that high functioning Anxiety is a thing and one way or another it will lead to burnout.
Kaila Morrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92612 (Online Only)
Painful experiences can leave us at a crossroads or discouraged about our faith when breakthrough has yet to occur. Have you been feeling “stuck” in negative thoughts? Ruminating thoughts and triggers are common responses to trauma and anxiety. Battling these distressing responses is not only difficult but exhausting. Trying to understand the role faith plays can be confusing. I am passionate about normalizing what you are going through and identifying barriers that are preventing you from living life fully. Everyone responds differently to distressing experiences and therefore have unique needs within the healing process.
Painful experiences can leave us at a crossroads or discouraged about our faith when breakthrough has yet to occur. Have you been feeling “stuck” in negative thoughts? Ruminating thoughts and triggers are common responses to trauma and anxiety. Battling these distressing responses is not only difficult but exhausting. Trying to understand the role faith plays can be confusing. I am passionate about normalizing what you are going through and identifying barriers that are preventing you from living life fully. Everyone responds differently to distressing experiences and therefore have unique needs within the healing process.
Jarfa Wabs, MA LMFT dba Counseling Together
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92612
Finding a therapist at a time when your whole world is falling apart, is one more difficult task to add to the many tasks required of you. Well, you aren't alone! Couples & family counseling is one of my many focuses. Premarital and marriage counseling can be very effective in starting and saving relationships. I also focus on stress, fears, and anxiety that might be causing unexplained aches and pains in your body, frustrating you and others around you. I am well versed on issues of Chronic illness, hormonal imbalances, Fibromyalgia, Infertility, Postpartum, Menopause, Thyroid and many life events affecting healthy relationships.
Finding a therapist at a time when your whole world is falling apart, is one more difficult task to add to the many tasks required of you. Well, you aren't alone! Couples & family counseling is one of my many focuses. Premarital and marriage counseling can be very effective in starting and saving relationships. I also focus on stress, fears, and anxiety that might be causing unexplained aches and pains in your body, frustrating you and others around you. I am well versed on issues of Chronic illness, hormonal imbalances, Fibromyalgia, Infertility, Postpartum, Menopause, Thyroid and many life events affecting healthy relationships.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.