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Laura Helquist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821  (Online Only)
I am formally trained in EMDR , a form of trauma therapy.
I am experienced in working with couples that may be struggling with connection, communication, betrayal, or simply supporting relationships to adapt and grow through the stages of life. In your relationship, there may be times where you feel that you are fighting too often or feel that nothing will change... but hope is not lost. It's never too late to learn how to create healthy connections with one another. When working with couples or individuals, I have experience working with complex PTSD, faith-transitions, interpersonal relationships, depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-compassion, and self-empowerment.
I am formally trained in EMDR , a form of trauma therapy.
I am experienced in working with couples that may be struggling with connection, communication, betrayal, or simply supporting relationships to adapt and grow through the stages of life. In your relationship, there may be times where you feel that you are fighting too often or feel that nothing will change... but hope is not lost. It's never too late to learn how to create healthy connections with one another. When working with couples or individuals, I have experience working with complex PTSD, faith-transitions, interpersonal relationships, depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-compassion, and self-empowerment.
(714) 786-1331 View (714) 786-1331
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Edwin D Bai
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92822  (Online Only)
Gottman couples therapy & EMDR trauma work are proven effective treatments.
Are you finding that you and your significant other seem to fail at communication yet succeed in conflict with each other? Do arguments not get resolved and instead it's one issue after another? Do you feel tired and lost in your relationship? Trust and commitment alone are difficult things to cultivate, let alone building insight and effective communication.  Whether you're wanting help early or this is the last ditch effort, bravo for your willingness and bravery for exploring your options. Also, if your past still affects your present, do you want to continue allowing those traumas to weigh heavy in your life?
Gottman couples therapy & EMDR trauma work are proven effective treatments.
Are you finding that you and your significant other seem to fail at communication yet succeed in conflict with each other? Do arguments not get resolved and instead it's one issue after another? Do you feel tired and lost in your relationship? Trust and commitment alone are difficult things to cultivate, let alone building insight and effective communication.  Whether you're wanting help early or this is the last ditch effort, bravo for your willingness and bravery for exploring your options. Also, if your past still affects your present, do you want to continue allowing those traumas to weigh heavy in your life?
(714) 874-9843 View (714) 874-9843
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Theresa Tapia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in EMDR, Couples and Sex Therapy, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, and First Responders.
Unfortunately, life has many obstacles and challenges leading to feelings of sadness, pain, confusion, and anger. Often individuals and couples feel stuck and don't know how to move forward. This time can feel very lonely and scary. My role as a therapist is to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental environment to process thoughts and feelings, as well as guide you in developing insight and identifying skills to help you live a happier and healthier life. I am committed in helping you heal and grow.
I am trained in EMDR, Couples and Sex Therapy, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, and First Responders.
Unfortunately, life has many obstacles and challenges leading to feelings of sadness, pain, confusion, and anger. Often individuals and couples feel stuck and don't know how to move forward. This time can feel very lonely and scary. My role as a therapist is to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental environment to process thoughts and feelings, as well as guide you in developing insight and identifying skills to help you live a happier and healthier life. I am committed in helping you heal and grow.
(657) 213-3049 View (657) 213-3049
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Irene Nunez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821
Modalities I use: EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, DBT & more.
My approach to healing is to encourage you to unlearn & challenge deep rooted childhood patterns & maladaptive beliefs that you are undeserving of love & nurturing relationships. I would be honored to provide you with a safe place to tell your story and challenge these beliefs. My focus is to help individuals who are cycle breakers to begin to balancing emotions, reprocess traumatic events, break patterns of generational trauma, connect with their inner child and become aware of their inner warrior strengths. I enjoy working with women: tweens, adolescents, young professionals, mother's and other therapists.
Modalities I use: EMDR, Brainspotting, Somatic Experiencing, DBT & more.
My approach to healing is to encourage you to unlearn & challenge deep rooted childhood patterns & maladaptive beliefs that you are undeserving of love & nurturing relationships. I would be honored to provide you with a safe place to tell your story and challenge these beliefs. My focus is to help individuals who are cycle breakers to begin to balancing emotions, reprocess traumatic events, break patterns of generational trauma, connect with their inner child and become aware of their inner warrior strengths. I enjoy working with women: tweens, adolescents, young professionals, mother's and other therapists.
(714) 278-3190 View (714) 278-3190
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Megan M Minnick
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
I am an, EMDR Certified therapist and additionally offer other therapy approaches to meet your needs.
At some point in our lives, we may face challenges, overwhelming decisions to make or we just need an impartial person to help us process our experiences. These are just a few reasons why people seek therapy and I provide a supportive, non-judgmental and encouraging approach to helping others become better versions of themselves. I encourage my clients to be active participants in therapy and be open to engaging in the process of change. My aim is to help you develop a stronger and healthier sense of self and understand that you do have the capacity to grow and move forward.
I am an, EMDR Certified therapist and additionally offer other therapy approaches to meet your needs.
At some point in our lives, we may face challenges, overwhelming decisions to make or we just need an impartial person to help us process our experiences. These are just a few reasons why people seek therapy and I provide a supportive, non-judgmental and encouraging approach to helping others become better versions of themselves. I encourage my clients to be active participants in therapy and be open to engaging in the process of change. My aim is to help you develop a stronger and healthier sense of self and understand that you do have the capacity to grow and move forward.
(562) 653-4330 View (562) 653-4330
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Elaine Kindle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
I am a consultant- level EMDR Practitioner & a Certified Trauma Specialist.
Is your life overwhelming, out-of-control? Are you unmotivated; defeated? Has your self-esteem tanked? Have you lost passion for work...or for life? Are you burned-out? Do you keep trying to succeed but feel you're going nowhere? Have friends said "just get over it" ... something happened to you in the past ...but you just can't seem to shake if off? Change is possible.
I am a consultant- level EMDR Practitioner & a Certified Trauma Specialist.
Is your life overwhelming, out-of-control? Are you unmotivated; defeated? Has your self-esteem tanked? Have you lost passion for work...or for life? Are you burned-out? Do you keep trying to succeed but feel you're going nowhere? Have friends said "just get over it" ... something happened to you in the past ...but you just can't seem to shake if off? Change is possible.
(626) 653-4095 View (626) 653-4095
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Yuki Frazier Lmft Emdr Certified
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92823  (Online Only)
My approach is Psychodynamic, CBT & EMDR treatment.
Finding the right therapist can be confusing, frustrating and at times frightening. I encourage you to interview various therapists until you find the one therapist you feel most comfortable with. My mission is to help you empower yourself by uncovering past traumas that block your ability to live a quality life. Every issue will be handled with sensitivity, respect and professionalism. I have over 15 years of experience treating clients suffering from depression, anxieties, PTSD, family and marital issues, addiction, physically & sexually abused victims and various trauma victims.
My approach is Psychodynamic, CBT & EMDR treatment.
Finding the right therapist can be confusing, frustrating and at times frightening. I encourage you to interview various therapists until you find the one therapist you feel most comfortable with. My mission is to help you empower yourself by uncovering past traumas that block your ability to live a quality life. Every issue will be handled with sensitivity, respect and professionalism. I have over 15 years of experience treating clients suffering from depression, anxieties, PTSD, family and marital issues, addiction, physically & sexually abused victims and various trauma victims.
(310) 403-7143 View (310) 403-7143
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Mary E Eason
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92823
I am Certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and can help you with issues you may have with anxiety, worry and fear.
I know that life can be stressful, even for the strongest person. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just in need of someone to listen, please call. My goal would be to help you maximize your potential and remove any obstacles that are interfering with your happiness. I believe that by supporting and empowering you, you can change your world.
I am Certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and can help you with issues you may have with anxiety, worry and fear.
I know that life can be stressful, even for the strongest person. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just in need of someone to listen, please call. My goal would be to help you maximize your potential and remove any obstacles that are interfering with your happiness. I believe that by supporting and empowering you, you can change your world.
(714) 681-1801 View (714) 681-1801
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Sunny Hills Medical Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
I am a certified EMDR therapist and have a specialty in dealing with trauma and PTSD.
I practice a style of therapy that is both strengths based and solution focused. It is my belief that people have within themselves and the environment the ability and resources to heal and lead meaningful lives. Traumatic life events have the potential to keep individuals feeling stuck. It can prevent us from realizing our full potential and maintaining a healthy self -esteem. During the course of treatment EMDR therapy may be utilized to resolve those issues and facilitate solutions that work best for you based on your own life experience, beliefs and personal strengths.
I am a certified EMDR therapist and have a specialty in dealing with trauma and PTSD.
I practice a style of therapy that is both strengths based and solution focused. It is my belief that people have within themselves and the environment the ability and resources to heal and lead meaningful lives. Traumatic life events have the potential to keep individuals feeling stuck. It can prevent us from realizing our full potential and maintaining a healthy self -esteem. During the course of treatment EMDR therapy may be utilized to resolve those issues and facilitate solutions that work best for you based on your own life experience, beliefs and personal strengths.
(714) 294-2960 View (714) 294-2960
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Tiffany Marie Atalla
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821
Accelerated Resolution Therapy, EMDR and depression assessments/risk assessments.
Do you desire to overcome obstacles and reach your goals this season? Let's remove the roadblocks to your happiness. I welcome working together to find the best solutions for unresolved issues, relationship dysfunction and stressors so that you can lead a happier, healthier and more productive life! Often what is needed is an unbiased ear, who will listen without judgment to thoughts, feelings, or fears and work with you to gain healthy insights and create the positive changes you desire. I am committed to providing quality counseling to individuals, couples and families. Today is the day to get unstuck and redefine your life!
Accelerated Resolution Therapy, EMDR and depression assessments/risk assessments.
Do you desire to overcome obstacles and reach your goals this season? Let's remove the roadblocks to your happiness. I welcome working together to find the best solutions for unresolved issues, relationship dysfunction and stressors so that you can lead a happier, healthier and more productive life! Often what is needed is an unbiased ear, who will listen without judgment to thoughts, feelings, or fears and work with you to gain healthy insights and create the positive changes you desire. I am committed to providing quality counseling to individuals, couples and families. Today is the day to get unstuck and redefine your life!
(949) 482-4319 View (949) 482-4319
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Nicole DeSimone, LMFT - Couples Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92621
Waitlist for new clients
If you want to improve the relationships in your life, you have come to the right place. If you are coming here as a couple, we will collaborate to create a common love language uniquely tailored to your shared vision of partnership. If you are here on your own, we will explore your life on a deeper to level to facilitate growth and understanding. You will feel supported to align with your core values as you navigate the dating world, partnership, family, friendships and the workplace. In working through a relational lens, we are able to reduce symptoms connected with anxiety, depression, life transitions and relationship distress.
If you want to improve the relationships in your life, you have come to the right place. If you are coming here as a couple, we will collaborate to create a common love language uniquely tailored to your shared vision of partnership. If you are here on your own, we will explore your life on a deeper to level to facilitate growth and understanding. You will feel supported to align with your core values as you navigate the dating world, partnership, family, friendships and the workplace. In working through a relational lens, we are able to reduce symptoms connected with anxiety, depression, life transitions and relationship distress.
(657) 243-8043 View (657) 243-8043
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Michele Senkbile
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
In a world that has been deeply affected by a global pandemic, many of us find ourselves overwhelmed, anxious and in need of extra support. Cura Counseling exists to provide that support. Whether you are looking for help with interpersonal relationships, tools for managing anxiety and depression, or help growing in deeper insight and awareness of self, we are here to come alongside you in your personal journey toward mental and emotional flourishing. Cura Counseling exists to help individuals and couples to explore the impact of life's challenges and provide partnership that can equip all with tools for navigating life's stressors.
In a world that has been deeply affected by a global pandemic, many of us find ourselves overwhelmed, anxious and in need of extra support. Cura Counseling exists to provide that support. Whether you are looking for help with interpersonal relationships, tools for managing anxiety and depression, or help growing in deeper insight and awareness of self, we are here to come alongside you in your personal journey toward mental and emotional flourishing. Cura Counseling exists to help individuals and couples to explore the impact of life's challenges and provide partnership that can equip all with tools for navigating life's stressors.
(657) 837-5426 View (657) 837-5426
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Greg Logan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821
I believe you can change our life. But you don't have to do it alone. I'm committed to helping people just like you overcome obstacles that are holding them back and preventing them from living a happier and healthier life. Do you feel stuck or hopeless? Are you looking for more balance in your life? Are you trying to figure out who you are? Maybe you're struggling with relationships, anxiety or depression. Life's challenges can be overwhelming and we all need help at times.
I believe you can change our life. But you don't have to do it alone. I'm committed to helping people just like you overcome obstacles that are holding them back and preventing them from living a happier and healthier life. Do you feel stuck or hopeless? Are you looking for more balance in your life? Are you trying to figure out who you are? Maybe you're struggling with relationships, anxiety or depression. Life's challenges can be overwhelming and we all need help at times.
(949) 536-7730 View (949) 536-7730
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Sharon Kiel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92822
How on earth do you choose from all these therapists? We must all start to sound alike! I recommend you call at least 3-5 of us, or email even more, and trust your gut feeling. It's important to help you feel emotionally safe with me, in order to share your struggles, so that you don't have to carry them alone anymore. I strive to help you get to the root of your pain, in order to heal it, rather than put a band aid on it. Many people seem to believe that they will have to carry the effects of prior trauma forever. I want you to know that is not the case. You CAN heal.
How on earth do you choose from all these therapists? We must all start to sound alike! I recommend you call at least 3-5 of us, or email even more, and trust your gut feeling. It's important to help you feel emotionally safe with me, in order to share your struggles, so that you don't have to carry them alone anymore. I strive to help you get to the root of your pain, in order to heal it, rather than put a band aid on it. Many people seem to believe that they will have to carry the effects of prior trauma forever. I want you to know that is not the case. You CAN heal.
(714) 794-5972 View (714) 794-5972
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Teri Joens-White
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
My passion is to help people reach their highest potential. To focus on strengths. I have been a therapist for over 22 years. I work on the faulty beliefs and messages one gives themselves that holds them hostage to their anxiety, depression, weight gain and poor relationships. I look forward to journeying with you to a place of happiness and good health.
My passion is to help people reach their highest potential. To focus on strengths. I have been a therapist for over 22 years. I work on the faulty beliefs and messages one gives themselves that holds them hostage to their anxiety, depression, weight gain and poor relationships. I look forward to journeying with you to a place of happiness and good health.
(714) 947-4631 View (714) 947-4631
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Jennifer L Durbin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92621
How can I help? You came to this website in hopes of finding a therapist who could help you deal with your struggles. You may have found yourself in the same kind of relationship or work situation that you promised yourself you would never get into again. I can help you find the path that will lead to success rather than repeated frustration and discouragement. Perhaps you are facing a crisis, loss or a difficult life transition. Maybe life has taken you through trauma, the pain and effects of which you are still experiencing today. I can help you find hope and healing.
How can I help? You came to this website in hopes of finding a therapist who could help you deal with your struggles. You may have found yourself in the same kind of relationship or work situation that you promised yourself you would never get into again. I can help you find the path that will lead to success rather than repeated frustration and discouragement. Perhaps you are facing a crisis, loss or a difficult life transition. Maybe life has taken you through trauma, the pain and effects of which you are still experiencing today. I can help you find hope and healing.
(714) 597-6048 View (714) 597-6048
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Frances Schivley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821  (Online Only)
Welcome, and I sincerely appreciate your courage to seek support. Do you find difficulty in dealing with a particular relationship at this time? Maybe it seems like the sadness, distress, or anger we deal with feels overwhelming. The good news is, there is no better time than now to mend, restore our relationships and work through our hurt. I hope to journey with you to make strides toward healing and connection with those important relationships in your life, while working toward better emotional health.
Welcome, and I sincerely appreciate your courage to seek support. Do you find difficulty in dealing with a particular relationship at this time? Maybe it seems like the sadness, distress, or anger we deal with feels overwhelming. The good news is, there is no better time than now to mend, restore our relationships and work through our hurt. I hope to journey with you to make strides toward healing and connection with those important relationships in your life, while working toward better emotional health.
(657) 500-0479 View (657) 500-0479
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Audrey Martinez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92621
I help first generation professionals work through their past and clean up limiting life beliefs and responses that are preventing them from achieving their highest level of success in either the professional realm or the personal sphere. I help clients learn how to challenge unhelpful thinking, face their fears, learn how to be assertive, and cope with the emotional world in a more effective and empowering way.
I help first generation professionals work through their past and clean up limiting life beliefs and responses that are preventing them from achieving their highest level of success in either the professional realm or the personal sphere. I help clients learn how to challenge unhelpful thinking, face their fears, learn how to be assertive, and cope with the emotional world in a more effective and empowering way.
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Camille Helland
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I'm Camille Helland, a licensed California Marriage and Family Therapist who uses a warm, interactive counseling style with clients who are experiencing a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral issues, eating disorders, trauma, and PTSD. I use techniques including Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectic Behavioral, Eye Movement Reprocessing and Desensitization (EMDR), Emotion-Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology or Solution-Focused therapy methods. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling life and take the first steps toward change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you!
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Linda Quaranta
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I am Certified in EMDR, an evidenced based therapy that treats trauma, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and pain to alliviate psychological distress.
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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.