Photo of Sobia Saleem Psychotherapist, Marriage & Family Therapist in 92626, CA
Sobia Saleem Psychotherapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626  (Online Only)
I use EMDR, Imago, Attachment, & Gottman therapy to empower you.
Accepting New Clients! Are you a trans, non-binary, or poly person looking for a therapist who understands and reflects your identity? Are you a newly diagnosed neurodivergent or neuroqueer adult? Are you chronically ill and tired of educating your therapists about your medical conditions? If so, you're in the right place! I want to give you the care you deserve. I want to work with you on the unique challenges you might be facing, like navigating your transitioning experience, exploring sexual dynamics with partner(s), dealing with a new diagnosis, and needing an HRT or surgery letter. Therapy should cater to you and your needs.
I use EMDR, Imago, Attachment, & Gottman therapy to empower you.
Accepting New Clients! Are you a trans, non-binary, or poly person looking for a therapist who understands and reflects your identity? Are you a newly diagnosed neurodivergent or neuroqueer adult? Are you chronically ill and tired of educating your therapists about your medical conditions? If so, you're in the right place! I want to give you the care you deserve. I want to work with you on the unique challenges you might be facing, like navigating your transitioning experience, exploring sexual dynamics with partner(s), dealing with a new diagnosis, and needing an HRT or surgery letter. Therapy should cater to you and your needs.
(657) 286-7337 View (657) 286-7337
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Evelyn E. Escobar
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
I also have specialized training in the treatment of trauma (EMDR).
You have taken a very important step in seeking therapy. Your mental health is perhaps the most important investment you can make. If you are feeling depressed or anxious, please know that you are not alone. Therapy is a powerful tool that can help you not only overcome your current distress but can also lead you to reach levels that you never imagined possible.
I also have specialized training in the treatment of trauma (EMDR).
You have taken a very important step in seeking therapy. Your mental health is perhaps the most important investment you can make. If you are feeling depressed or anxious, please know that you are not alone. Therapy is a powerful tool that can help you not only overcome your current distress but can also lead you to reach levels that you never imagined possible.
(657) 216-7229 View (657) 216-7229
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Erick Santos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
I specialize in trauma whether it is complex trauma, intergenerational trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders and use individualistic approaches to meet your needs through TF-CBT, CBT, SFT, and EMDR therapy.
Has trauma, anxiety, or depression interfered with the potential to become the best version of yourself? We often feel defined by traumatic or emotionally difficult experiences then often leave us feeling stuck in place rather than moving forward towards our goals. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space for you to develop an understanding of yourself to overcome past experiences or fears that define you. Our work together will be met with unconditional acceptance, creative approaches, and the utmost compassion.
I specialize in trauma whether it is complex trauma, intergenerational trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders and use individualistic approaches to meet your needs through TF-CBT, CBT, SFT, and EMDR therapy.
Has trauma, anxiety, or depression interfered with the potential to become the best version of yourself? We often feel defined by traumatic or emotionally difficult experiences then often leave us feeling stuck in place rather than moving forward towards our goals. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space for you to develop an understanding of yourself to overcome past experiences or fears that define you. Our work together will be met with unconditional acceptance, creative approaches, and the utmost compassion.
(949) 403-6424 View (949) 403-6424
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Erick Santos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, and relational and will use trauma focused CBT, SFT and EMDR therapy to help.
Has trauma, anxiety, or depression interfered with the potential to become the best version of yourself? We often feel defined by traumatic or emotionally difficult experiences that leave us feeling stuck in place rather than moving forward towards our goals. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space for you to develop an understanding of yourself to overcome experiences or fears that define you. Our work together will be met with unconditional acceptance, creative approaches, and the utmost compassion.
I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, and relational and will use trauma focused CBT, SFT and EMDR therapy to help.
Has trauma, anxiety, or depression interfered with the potential to become the best version of yourself? We often feel defined by traumatic or emotionally difficult experiences that leave us feeling stuck in place rather than moving forward towards our goals. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space for you to develop an understanding of yourself to overcome experiences or fears that define you. Our work together will be met with unconditional acceptance, creative approaches, and the utmost compassion.
(714) 735-0357 View (714) 735-0357
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Hong Jeong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
I specialize in trauma processing and am certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
I specialize in trauma processing and am certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.
(949) 502-2821 View (949) 502-2821
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Hazzel Angulo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
I am trained in EMDR therapy, which is designed to reduce the emotional intensity attached to the disturbing memories through the use of eye movements or tapping, resulting in a reduction of symptomology.
Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.
I am trained in EMDR therapy, which is designed to reduce the emotional intensity attached to the disturbing memories through the use of eye movements or tapping, resulting in a reduction of symptomology.
Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.
(949) 596-7276 View (949) 596-7276
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Jennie Nystrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
I am also trained in EMDR, which is a proven treatment for trauma and PTSD.
Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.
I am also trained in EMDR, which is a proven treatment for trauma and PTSD.
Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.
(949) 506-3058 View (949) 506-3058
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Michelle Castillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626  (Online Only)
I have training and specialization in providing trauma based therapies including, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and EMDR.
I am a licensed and bilingual Marriage and Family Therapist with over 8 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adults and families. I also have experience and currently offer supervision to students and interns in the field. Lastly, I also dedicate some of my time in teaching the future providers of our field as an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University. I have extensive experience in providing evidence-based practices to children, adolescents, adults and families. I have worked in a variety of settings including, outpatient community agencies, county-contracted agencies, schools and hospital setting.
I have training and specialization in providing trauma based therapies including, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and EMDR.
I am a licensed and bilingual Marriage and Family Therapist with over 8 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adults and families. I also have experience and currently offer supervision to students and interns in the field. Lastly, I also dedicate some of my time in teaching the future providers of our field as an adjunct professor at Pepperdine University. I have extensive experience in providing evidence-based practices to children, adolescents, adults and families. I have worked in a variety of settings including, outpatient community agencies, county-contracted agencies, schools and hospital setting.
(951) 262-7943 View (951) 262-7943
Photo of Kesy Yoon, Counselor in 92626, CA
Kesy Yoon
Counselor, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
I do not have one uniform approach; however, I draw inspiration from several evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I am dedicated to helping my clients understand who they are and how they fit into the world around them. Over the past several years, I have worked in a variety of mental health settings with individuals from all walks of life. Currently, I work with adults struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, depression and major life transitions. Over the course of my career, I have developed a specialty in working with the first generation Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) population.
I do not have one uniform approach; however, I draw inspiration from several evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I am dedicated to helping my clients understand who they are and how they fit into the world around them. Over the past several years, I have worked in a variety of mental health settings with individuals from all walks of life. Currently, I work with adults struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, depression and major life transitions. Over the course of my career, I have developed a specialty in working with the first generation Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) population.
(562) 526-6163 View (562) 526-6163
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Cheri Ota
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Hi, thank you for reading a snapshot of my work. After completing undergraduate studies in psychology, I detoured into corporate fields of advertising and finance. Those years of experience and my own therapy kept me close to my interest in mental health. It led me to earning an MA in psychology to become a therapist. Throughout this work, it is important for me that you feel seen, heard, and your voice upheld as a guidepost. Coming from a diverse family, I appreciate the complexities of building your self identity and having sense of self.
Hi, thank you for reading a snapshot of my work. After completing undergraduate studies in psychology, I detoured into corporate fields of advertising and finance. Those years of experience and my own therapy kept me close to my interest in mental health. It led me to earning an MA in psychology to become a therapist. Throughout this work, it is important for me that you feel seen, heard, and your voice upheld as a guidepost. Coming from a diverse family, I appreciate the complexities of building your self identity and having sense of self.
(657) 571-3497 View (657) 571-3497
Photo of Emily A. Majano, Marriage & Family Therapist in 92626, CA
Emily A. Majano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626  (Online Only)
My focus in working alongside you is to help you understand who you are today and, more importantly, who you would like to become. I know how difficult it can be to connect and invite someone new into your life, but my goal is to provide you with a sanctuary from the pain and help you uncover the answers you have been searching for. Often, life can leave you feeling alone, afraid, or at a loss with how to move on. Maybe you feel like if people really knew you, you would be left out in the cold. Perhaps you’re being shamed for who you are and what you need already. While you might struggle to believe it right now, things can change.
My focus in working alongside you is to help you understand who you are today and, more importantly, who you would like to become. I know how difficult it can be to connect and invite someone new into your life, but my goal is to provide you with a sanctuary from the pain and help you uncover the answers you have been searching for. Often, life can leave you feeling alone, afraid, or at a loss with how to move on. Maybe you feel like if people really knew you, you would be left out in the cold. Perhaps you’re being shamed for who you are and what you need already. While you might struggle to believe it right now, things can change.
(949) 828-4088 View (949) 828-4088
Veronica E Wadsworth
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Veronica is a bilingual therapist fluent in Spanish and English. Her experience working with a multiculturally diverse population has given her a passion to work with individuals from different backgrounds. Veronica believes that when individuals experience healing, insight, and restoration they can flourish even in the most difficult situation. Her goal is to walk alongside her clients with compassion and acceptance, providing a safe environment to heal and grow. Verónica ofrece servicios terapéuticos en Español a clientes que prefieren hablar en su lenguaje natal.
Veronica is a bilingual therapist fluent in Spanish and English. Her experience working with a multiculturally diverse population has given her a passion to work with individuals from different backgrounds. Veronica believes that when individuals experience healing, insight, and restoration they can flourish even in the most difficult situation. Her goal is to walk alongside her clients with compassion and acceptance, providing a safe environment to heal and grow. Verónica ofrece servicios terapéuticos en Español a clientes que prefieren hablar en su lenguaje natal.
(562) 534-9299 View (562) 534-9299
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Lauryn Estrada
LPC Intern, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626  (Online Only)
I believe that the greatest gift I can offer as a therapist is to hold a safe space for clients to explore any and all of their feelings, beliefs, and ideas without judgement. I am passionate about connecting with clients through an integrative and holistic approach that equally values their thoughts, emotions, spirituality, bodies, cultures, identities, and diverse experiences. In addressing these various parts of individuals I aspire to help them validate and explore their experiences as opportunities for growth and healing.
I believe that the greatest gift I can offer as a therapist is to hold a safe space for clients to explore any and all of their feelings, beliefs, and ideas without judgement. I am passionate about connecting with clients through an integrative and holistic approach that equally values their thoughts, emotions, spirituality, bodies, cultures, identities, and diverse experiences. In addressing these various parts of individuals I aspire to help them validate and explore their experiences as opportunities for growth and healing.
(858) 293-7893 View (858) 293-7893
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Jyyeun Hong Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
“Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change” (Brene Brown). Coming to admitting that you can't figure it out on your own takes a lot of courage and I want to honor you for reaching out to begin your process towards healing and growth.
“Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change” (Brene Brown). Coming to admitting that you can't figure it out on your own takes a lot of courage and I want to honor you for reaching out to begin your process towards healing and growth.
(657) 214-7366 View (657) 214-7366
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Dalila Toledo Perea
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Do you ever feel like you are doing the best you can but it is never enough? Have you ever felt stuck? Perhaps you find yourself having problems at work, at home, or both. Life can be complicated and brings a variety of challenges that leave us feeling stressed, anxious, and at times depressed. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Do you ever feel like you are doing the best you can but it is never enough? Have you ever felt stuck? Perhaps you find yourself having problems at work, at home, or both. Life can be complicated and brings a variety of challenges that leave us feeling stressed, anxious, and at times depressed. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
(657) 837-6037 View (657) 837-6037
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Madeline S Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Not accepting new clients
If you are reading this, I commend you for taking the first step toward exploring/identifying someone to help you through whatever concerning issue and or life challenge that has occurred which prompted your search. It is my hope that you connect with someone that you feel will be the right fit for you and meet your current needs; if that person happens to be me, I look forward to embarking on this journey with you. My name is Madeline Rodriguez, and I have been working in the mental health field for over 7 years, with a widespread of experience, providing comprehensive and culturally sensitive/diverse services.
If you are reading this, I commend you for taking the first step toward exploring/identifying someone to help you through whatever concerning issue and or life challenge that has occurred which prompted your search. It is my hope that you connect with someone that you feel will be the right fit for you and meet your current needs; if that person happens to be me, I look forward to embarking on this journey with you. My name is Madeline Rodriguez, and I have been working in the mental health field for over 7 years, with a widespread of experience, providing comprehensive and culturally sensitive/diverse services.
(714) 266-3252 View (714) 266-3252
EMDR Therapists

Who is EMDR for?

EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.

Why do people need EMDR?

People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.

What problems does EMDR treat?

First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.

What happens in EMDR therapy?

First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.