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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
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Emily Kirkbride

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (she, her)

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Newport Beach, CA 92660
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Depth-Oriented Therapy for Executives Facing Burnout, Stress, and Relationship Strain Supporting high-performing professionals in restoring clarity, emotional depth, and meaningful connection. If you’re an executive or high-performing professional feeling burned out, emotionally depleted, or disconnected from the people who matter most, you’re not alone — and nothing is “wrong” with you. Many of the clients I work with are successful, capable, and deeply responsible, yet quietly carrying the cost of constant pressure, decision-making, and emotional containment.
I have over a decade of experience working with executives, leaders, and high performers. My work is depth-oriented and relational, helping clients move beyond symptom management to understand the underlying patterns shaping how they lead, relate, and respond to stress. Together, we slow things down to create real lasting change not just better coping.
For many executives, burnout doesn’t show up only at work. It often strains their relationships — creating distance, misattunement, or cycles of conflict at home. I support clients not only in their internal world, but also in strengthening the relationships that matter most, helping them show up with more presence, emotional availability, and
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Emily Kirkbride, LMFT Therapy and Wellness

Newport Beach, CA 92660

(949) 519-4817

Virtual Practice

Surprise, AZ 85374

My website
I am available online for telehealth sessions from the comfort of your favorite space and on your timeline.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Eating Disorders and Trauma and PTSD 
$185 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Hi there, I am so glad you are here. I would love to help you and your relationship move toward healing.
Emily Kirkbride
Let's Connect (949) 519-4817
Photo of Emily Kirkbride, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Emily Kirkbride, LMFT Therapy and Wellness

Newport Beach, CA 92660

(949) 519-4817

Virtual Practice

Surprise, AZ 85374

My website
I am available online for telehealth sessions from the comfort of your favorite space and on your timeline.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Eating Disorders and Trauma and PTSD 
$185 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Hi there, I am so glad you are here. I would love to help you and your relationship move toward healing.
Emily Kirkbride

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $185
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle
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Fee is paid by credit or debit. HSA and FSA accounts can be used. I offer a superbill to be used for out of network reimbursement.
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Emily Kirkbride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 519-4817
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Fee is paid by credit or debit. HSA and FSA accounts can be used. I offer a superbill to be used for out of network reimbursement.
Photo of Emily Kirkbride, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Emily Kirkbride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 519-4817

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 121790 Emily Kirkbride
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 14 years
  • Attended Azusa Pacific University, Graduated 2014
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with CAMFT 2023
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I have over 10 years as a trauma informed couples therapist. I have a certificate in Psychoanalytic Couples Therapy. I am trained in EMDR, IFS and Level 1 AEDP to address individual trauma experience. I am licensed as an MFT in Florida, Arizona and California.
Photo of Emily Kirkbride, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Emily Kirkbride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 519-4817
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I have over 10 years as a trauma informed couples therapist. I have a certificate in Psychoanalytic Couples Therapy. I am trained in EMDR, IFS and Level 1 AEDP to address individual trauma experience. I am licensed as an MFT in Florida, Arizona and California.
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Emily Kirkbride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 519-4817

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Eating Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Caregivers
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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My clients are like you, they are in a good marriage but in the throws of raising littles ones and feel burned out, disconnected and in too much conflict. I can help you communicate, repair and name the role each partner is playing in the dance of connection. Our work will happen weekly as we begin to sync up our system and then join a rhythm of what works best for you both.
Photo of Emily Kirkbride, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Emily Kirkbride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 519-4817
"
My clients are like you, they are in a good marriage but in the throws of raising littles ones and feel burned out, disconnected and in too much conflict. I can help you communicate, repair and name the role each partner is playing in the dance of connection. Our work will happen weekly as we begin to sync up our system and then join a rhythm of what works best for you both.
Photo of Emily Kirkbride, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Emily Kirkbride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 519-4817

Endorsement

Ariella Baugh Lane
Ariella Baugh Lane
Marriage & Family TherapistMSMALMFT
Emily is a phenomenal therapist who creates a safe, warm, inviting, and deep therapeutic experience for her individual clients and couples. She wonderfully intertwines the body, mind, and spirit, connection for holistic care, healing and transformation.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Racial Justice Allied

Religion

Christian

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Racial Justice Allied

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • AEDP
  • Attachment-based
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
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My work is compassionate and indepth. I am trained in psychoanalytic couples therapy and use skills from other modalities to weave together our transformational relationship and healing. It is important to me that you feel that I am joining you with what your goals are. We will dive into your past traumas and pain and help you to feel more integrated and secure in your relationships.
Photo of Emily Kirkbride, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Emily Kirkbride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 519-4817
"
My work is compassionate and indepth. I am trained in psychoanalytic couples therapy and use skills from other modalities to weave together our transformational relationship and healing. It is important to me that you feel that I am joining you with what your goals are. We will dive into your past traumas and pain and help you to feel more integrated and secure in your relationships.
Photo of Emily Kirkbride, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Emily Kirkbride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 519-4817

Location

Primary Location

Emily Kirkbride, LMFT Therapy and Wellness

Newport Beach, CA 92660

(949) 519-4817

Additional Location

Virtual Practice

Surprise, AZ 85374

(949) 519-4817
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I am available online for telehealth sessions from the comfort of your favorite space and on your timeline.
Photo of Emily Kirkbride, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Emily Kirkbride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (949) 519-4817
"
I am available online for telehealth sessions from the comfort of your favorite space and on your timeline.
Photo of Emily Kirkbride, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Emily Kirkbride
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (949) 519-4817