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Laura Laird
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92823
I am a “person centered” therapist who works from a strength-based model using DBT, as well as techniques from CBT to help you access all that is within you to heal and change.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California with over 9 years experience. I am passionate about and enjoy working with adults, to help them with the challenges they face, including unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues or whatever is holding you back. I have vast therapeutic and life experiences that help me better understand what you are going through and how to help you. Life is difficult, complicated and at times even traumatic, but it can also be filled with great joy and fulfillment.
I am a “person centered” therapist who works from a strength-based model using DBT, as well as techniques from CBT to help you access all that is within you to heal and change.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California with over 9 years experience. I am passionate about and enjoy working with adults, to help them with the challenges they face, including unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues or whatever is holding you back. I have vast therapeutic and life experiences that help me better understand what you are going through and how to help you. Life is difficult, complicated and at times even traumatic, but it can also be filled with great joy and fulfillment.
(657) 300-2339 View (657) 300-2339
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Yolia Xiaoyin Zhong
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMF
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821  (Online Only)
It has been a while since you felt stuck, terrified, hopeless, or worthless. Yet, you have always been smiling to pretend you are okay. Or you are very used to distancing yourself because “nobody cares about me”. Life can be very challenging when you can hardly recognize the person next to you, more importantly, when you can’t even recognize yourself. Whether it has been years over the same issues and difficulties, or there has been a sudden tragic change to your life, believe it! You are already doing the best you can at any given moment!
It has been a while since you felt stuck, terrified, hopeless, or worthless. Yet, you have always been smiling to pretend you are okay. Or you are very used to distancing yourself because “nobody cares about me”. Life can be very challenging when you can hardly recognize the person next to you, more importantly, when you can’t even recognize yourself. Whether it has been years over the same issues and difficulties, or there has been a sudden tragic change to your life, believe it! You are already doing the best you can at any given moment!
(657) 571-2606 View (657) 571-2606
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Juan Perez
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821  (Online Only)
Dr. Juan C. Perez is a with over 25 years of professional experience. He started working with individuals with developmental disabilities, teaching them basic work and life skills. Over time, he became an expert vocational counselor, and this led to his transition into helping adults with neurological and physical injuries. For the past 15 years, he has focused on the needs of the community.
Dr. Juan C. Perez is a with over 25 years of professional experience. He started working with individuals with developmental disabilities, teaching them basic work and life skills. Over time, he became an expert vocational counselor, and this led to his transition into helping adults with neurological and physical injuries. For the past 15 years, he has focused on the needs of the community.
(562) 262-5512 View (562) 262-5512
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Lucia Fernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPSC
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92823  (Online Only)
Life can be very difficult and is often accompanied by many challenges. The feelings accompanied by these challenging times can be felt very intensely often hindering us in other aspects of our life. By exploring the challenges together, I want to help you find ways to tackle them and guide you towards a path of enjoying life and experiencing joy. I want to help you explore difficult times and find meaning in life, to empower you, and feel a sense of control that you might be yearning for. I want to help you move in a positive direction to feel worthy of the life you deserve.
Life can be very difficult and is often accompanied by many challenges. The feelings accompanied by these challenging times can be felt very intensely often hindering us in other aspects of our life. By exploring the challenges together, I want to help you find ways to tackle them and guide you towards a path of enjoying life and experiencing joy. I want to help you explore difficult times and find meaning in life, to empower you, and feel a sense of control that you might be yearning for. I want to help you move in a positive direction to feel worthy of the life you deserve.
(626) 602-1501 View (626) 602-1501

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Liana Huang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Fullerton, CA 92832
I am trained in EMDR, psychoanalysis, trauma-informed CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy to help clients develop a better understanding of any underlying issues and cope with overwhelming feelings.
When we are exposed to trauma at an early age, it can seriously impact how we feel about ourselves and our relationships with others. Trauma can also profoundly affect whether we feel this is a safe world and can contribute to depression, anxiety, and relational/familial issues. My practice is from a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective with a non-judgmental framework. I aim to understand clients’ internal responses and to provide more options for emotional regulation and problem-solving.
I am trained in EMDR, psychoanalysis, trauma-informed CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy to help clients develop a better understanding of any underlying issues and cope with overwhelming feelings.
When we are exposed to trauma at an early age, it can seriously impact how we feel about ourselves and our relationships with others. Trauma can also profoundly affect whether we feel this is a safe world and can contribute to depression, anxiety, and relational/familial issues. My practice is from a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective with a non-judgmental framework. I aim to understand clients’ internal responses and to provide more options for emotional regulation and problem-solving.
(714) 584-6728 View (714) 584-6728
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Jennifer Rauch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fullerton, CA 92833
I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as both modalities will help me and you build a shared understanding of your reality and allow us to work together to chart a path forward.
Hi, my name is Jennifer Rauch and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field and I would love to help you find your way through life's problems. I provide counseling services to older youths and adults facing problems at school, work, or in their personal lives. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a tool to help my clients reach their goals in a timely manner.
I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy as both modalities will help me and you build a shared understanding of your reality and allow us to work together to chart a path forward.
Hi, my name is Jennifer Rauch and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field and I would love to help you find your way through life's problems. I provide counseling services to older youths and adults facing problems at school, work, or in their personal lives. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a tool to help my clients reach their goals in a timely manner.
(424) 667-5514 View (424) 667-5514
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Faria Alamkhel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868  (Online Only)
My work is guided by my client's goals for treatment and is informed by Attachment Theory, Psychodynamic Theory, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness in order to reduce symptoms while increasing coping skills.
I believe that every human being has an inner wisdom, and I use evidence and strengths-based approaches to help us tap into your inherent ability to heal, thrive, and live with inner peace. As part of my approach, I seek to gently uncover the thoughts, feelings, and dynamics that may keep you stuck in some aspect of your life. I believe in the mind-body connection and honor a holistic approach to your healing journey.
My work is guided by my client's goals for treatment and is informed by Attachment Theory, Psychodynamic Theory, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness in order to reduce symptoms while increasing coping skills.
I believe that every human being has an inner wisdom, and I use evidence and strengths-based approaches to help us tap into your inherent ability to heal, thrive, and live with inner peace. As part of my approach, I seek to gently uncover the thoughts, feelings, and dynamics that may keep you stuck in some aspect of your life. I believe in the mind-body connection and honor a holistic approach to your healing journey.
(209) 439-5224 View (209) 439-5224
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Neda Rivera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92804
I practice Solutions Focused, DBT, ACT, Cognitive Behavioral techniques, and Client Center.
Neda G Rivera Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist We all can suffer from trauma, stress, loss, pain, relationship, and work issues. Sometimes it is very difficult to ask for help. Seeking counseling does not mean that there is something wrong with us. Seeking counseling helps us to process those feelings and manage symptoms. do not like to label my clients. I am more interested in guiding my clients and helping them during that process. Helping you during those difficult times to manage and cope are my top priorities.
I practice Solutions Focused, DBT, ACT, Cognitive Behavioral techniques, and Client Center.
Neda G Rivera Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist We all can suffer from trauma, stress, loss, pain, relationship, and work issues. Sometimes it is very difficult to ask for help. Seeking counseling does not mean that there is something wrong with us. Seeking counseling helps us to process those feelings and manage symptoms. do not like to label my clients. I am more interested in guiding my clients and helping them during that process. Helping you during those difficult times to manage and cope are my top priorities.
(714) 276-8730 View (714) 276-8730
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Teri Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92840
Hello, my name is Teri Martin, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide services for ages 12 throughout the adult life span. My specialties are stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, relationship issues, and self-esteem. My clinical approaches consist of an Eclectic form of therapy that includes Gestalt Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Hello, my name is Teri Martin, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide services for ages 12 throughout the adult life span. My specialties are stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, relationship issues, and self-esteem. My clinical approaches consist of an Eclectic form of therapy that includes Gestalt Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy.
(510) 380-7649 View (510) 380-7649
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Mary Tagle
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
La Habra, CA 90631
Mary utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and child trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT).
Mary Tagle is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and older adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Mary specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, grief, and major life transitions and completed her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the American School of Professional Psychology.
Mary utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and child trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT).
Mary Tagle is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and older adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Mary specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, grief, and major life transitions and completed her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the American School of Professional Psychology.
(562) 620-7863 View (562) 620-7863
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Grace Mattes
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92805
In session, I primarily use interventions of mindfulness, CBT, DBT, EMDR, art & creativity, and somatic processing.
My goal is to welcome you where you are at in your personal journey, and create a space of collaboration and healing. I believe in a person-centered approach to therapy, understanding each of us to be the expert in our own lives. I am here to listen without judgement, help you learn about your authentic self, and be a guide along the way.
In session, I primarily use interventions of mindfulness, CBT, DBT, EMDR, art & creativity, and somatic processing.
My goal is to welcome you where you are at in your personal journey, and create a space of collaboration and healing. I believe in a person-centered approach to therapy, understanding each of us to be the expert in our own lives. I am here to listen without judgement, help you learn about your authentic self, and be a guide along the way.
(213) 451-4047 View (213) 451-4047
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Rita Phetmixay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868  (Online Only)
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) & value authenticity, joy, laughter, & play as core elements of my therapeutic practice.
You are here for that sense of belonging & connection, especially when multiple global crises have left communities hopeless, and in a constant state of vigilance. While some anxiety/depression is a normal response to the hyper-violence we are facing as a collective (on screens or in reality), it can feel extremely overwhelming to experience this every day, on top of expectations from work, family, and other relationships. As a child of the Lao Isaan/Southeast Asian diaspora, my passion is working with fellow children of refugee/immigrant diasporas to feel seen + heard + validated through an anti-oppressive framework.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) & value authenticity, joy, laughter, & play as core elements of my therapeutic practice.
You are here for that sense of belonging & connection, especially when multiple global crises have left communities hopeless, and in a constant state of vigilance. While some anxiety/depression is a normal response to the hyper-violence we are facing as a collective (on screens or in reality), it can feel extremely overwhelming to experience this every day, on top of expectations from work, family, and other relationships. As a child of the Lao Isaan/Southeast Asian diaspora, my passion is working with fellow children of refugee/immigrant diasporas to feel seen + heard + validated through an anti-oppressive framework.
(323) 379-0612 View (323) 379-0612
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Lila Khalili
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92804
My areas of expertise are in strength based, solution oriented and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I believe the children's emotional and pychological well being is impacted from the prenatal stage. Educating parents to learn the impact of nature and nurture might be helpful to understand their unique needs. Each of us are unique in our ways to face challenges of our lives. What matters is to use our strength and what we have learned to cope with life events. Please contact me if you need to talk in these tough and challenging times. Most insurance companies are allowing telehealth.
My areas of expertise are in strength based, solution oriented and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I believe the children's emotional and pychological well being is impacted from the prenatal stage. Educating parents to learn the impact of nature and nurture might be helpful to understand their unique needs. Each of us are unique in our ways to face challenges of our lives. What matters is to use our strength and what we have learned to cope with life events. Please contact me if you need to talk in these tough and challenging times. Most insurance companies are allowing telehealth.
(714) 361-9376 View (714) 361-9376
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Alma Ortiz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92868  (Online Only)
I work with creatives, artist, empaths, visionaries, storytellers, eccentrics and healers who are called to use their unique gifts to attend to their personal wellbeing, heal intergenerational trauma, and are called to be of service to the community and the planet. I provide trauma informed and culturally sensitive therapy to people in the BIPOC community.
I work with creatives, artist, empaths, visionaries, storytellers, eccentrics and healers who are called to use their unique gifts to attend to their personal wellbeing, heal intergenerational trauma, and are called to be of service to the community and the planet. I provide trauma informed and culturally sensitive therapy to people in the BIPOC community.
(562) 526-1287 View (562) 526-1287
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Jeanette Abney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SAP
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92840  (Online Only)
I am the owner of two out patient counseling centers providing services to adults, teen and children. Services include mental health, individual, family, couples counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse, SAP Assessments, addictive behaviors, domestic violence, anger management, parenting, co-parenting, marital, pre-marital counseling and other court or probation approved services. I have knowledge of Military Culture. I conduct groups, workshops, educational training and family interventions. I provide services in Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Murrieta and Oceanside, CA. I also provide telehealth services.
I am the owner of two out patient counseling centers providing services to adults, teen and children. Services include mental health, individual, family, couples counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse, SAP Assessments, addictive behaviors, domestic violence, anger management, parenting, co-parenting, marital, pre-marital counseling and other court or probation approved services. I have knowledge of Military Culture. I conduct groups, workshops, educational training and family interventions. I provide services in Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Murrieta and Oceanside, CA. I also provide telehealth services.
(760) 354-8559 View (760) 354-8559
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Inspire Health Drug/Alcohol Detox Center
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92665
Make Today the Beginning of Your New Life. At Inspire Health, our mission is to offer a gateway to a better life for anyone suffering from active addiction. Our brain-based neuroplasticity healing and detoxification treatment approach (www.vcattreatmentcenter.com) is tailor made to everyone who enters our community, offering hope, ongoing support, and a new opportunity to thrive. Our vision is to help every person who enters our residential treatment program to find his or her way to long-term recovery.
Make Today the Beginning of Your New Life. At Inspire Health, our mission is to offer a gateway to a better life for anyone suffering from active addiction. Our brain-based neuroplasticity healing and detoxification treatment approach (www.vcattreatmentcenter.com) is tailor made to everyone who enters our community, offering hope, ongoing support, and a new opportunity to thrive. Our vision is to help every person who enters our residential treatment program to find his or her way to long-term recovery.
(949) 430-7615 View (949) 430-7615
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Kara Tous
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yorba Linda, CA 92887
Anyone who is struggling with any stage of life, everyday stresses and relational issues. I work well with children & teens experiencing behavior problems and/or relational problems. I treat all marital issues and specialize in infidelity and infertility. I have worked with a wide range of growth & development milestones.I sympathize with parents having difficulty with discipline & developmental issues in their children. I am very culturally diversified as I have worked with a wide range of cultures, religions and how those factor into our relationships.
Anyone who is struggling with any stage of life, everyday stresses and relational issues. I work well with children & teens experiencing behavior problems and/or relational problems. I treat all marital issues and specialize in infidelity and infertility. I have worked with a wide range of growth & development milestones.I sympathize with parents having difficulty with discipline & developmental issues in their children. I am very culturally diversified as I have worked with a wide range of cultures, religions and how those factor into our relationships.
(855) 690-6394 View (855) 690-6394
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Adriana Salazar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a bilingual Latina Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) located in California. I received my Masters from Brandman university!
Hello! I am a bilingual Latina Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) located in California. I received my Masters from Brandman university!
(657) 366-4362 View (657) 366-4362
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Liliana E. Llamas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92808  (Online Only)
Taking the step towards therapy is an act of courage and self-care, and I'm deeply honored to be part of your transformative journey towards personal growth. I am truly passionate about helping you discover inner peace and resilience to create a sense of belonging within yourself. Together, we will navigate the obstacles that may have made you experienced fear, loss, rejection, or feel like you weren't enough. With over fourteen years of experience, my specialization lies in supporting emerging generation and adults facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, loss, or life adjustments.
Taking the step towards therapy is an act of courage and self-care, and I'm deeply honored to be part of your transformative journey towards personal growth. I am truly passionate about helping you discover inner peace and resilience to create a sense of belonging within yourself. Together, we will navigate the obstacles that may have made you experienced fear, loss, rejection, or feel like you weren't enough. With over fourteen years of experience, my specialization lies in supporting emerging generation and adults facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, loss, or life adjustments.
(714) 426-6959 View (714) 426-6959
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Eye4Peace Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868
Hello and warm welcome to Eye4Peace Therapy Services. My name is Tracy and I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist with several years of experience working with children, families, and couples.
Hello and warm welcome to Eye4Peace Therapy Services. My name is Tracy and I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist with several years of experience working with children, families, and couples.
(323) 433-6815 View (323) 433-6815
Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists

Who is DBT for?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.

Why do people need DBT?

The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.

What happens in DBT?

Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

How long does DBT last?

Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.