Therapists in 92626
Stephanie Gebhard
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
As an Associate Clinical Social Worker, I work with adults and families struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction. Anxiety, depression and traumatic experiences can make us feel stuck in an unrelenting mental loop. Not only can traumatic experiences create anxiety and depression- but left untreated, trauma can manifest in different parts of the body.
As an Associate Clinical Social Worker, I work with adults and families struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction. Anxiety, depression and traumatic experiences can make us feel stuck in an unrelenting mental loop. Not only can traumatic experiences create anxiety and depression- but left untreated, trauma can manifest in different parts of the body.
Tacha Kasper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Are you TIRED of pretending to be 'FINE' when you're really in terrible pain? Do you want to PUNCH the next person who says, "At least you look good"? I get it! PAIN & ILLNESS is hard & most people don't understand how it challenges every aspect of your life. As someone who has battled chronic pain & cancer, I have a unique combination of first-hand knowledge & professional experience. I work as a catalyst to help you build hope, promote healing & inspire growth so that you can live a 'chronically' fulfilling life.
Are you TIRED of pretending to be 'FINE' when you're really in terrible pain? Do you want to PUNCH the next person who says, "At least you look good"? I get it! PAIN & ILLNESS is hard & most people don't understand how it challenges every aspect of your life. As someone who has battled chronic pain & cancer, I have a unique combination of first-hand knowledge & professional experience. I work as a catalyst to help you build hope, promote healing & inspire growth so that you can live a 'chronically' fulfilling life.
Logical Behavioral Health
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, ABPP, LMFT
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Logical Behavioral Health providers are professionals who understand and prioritize your care above all else. We believe that in certain cases, good care even means providing a referral to someone outside of our office if our providers are not the best fit for your behavioral health care needs. The overall course of treatment will ultimately utilize a collaborative approach in helping you achieve mutually formulated treatment goals to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. If you believe that you need a referral to a psychiatrist or other health care professional, we have the resources to provide you with an appropriate referral.
Logical Behavioral Health providers are professionals who understand and prioritize your care above all else. We believe that in certain cases, good care even means providing a referral to someone outside of our office if our providers are not the best fit for your behavioral health care needs. The overall course of treatment will ultimately utilize a collaborative approach in helping you achieve mutually formulated treatment goals to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. If you believe that you need a referral to a psychiatrist or other health care professional, we have the resources to provide you with an appropriate referral.
Sanaz Motamedi
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Are you tired of trying to change your life and not succeed? Do you feel under-valued and misunderstood by others? Are you looking for someone trustworthy with experience handling sensitive emotional issues to provide deep understanding, empathy and help you change your life and relationships? Life can be difficult but you don't have to go through it alone. Great job taking the initial step! I have helped countless people for more than 15 years in therapy and have seen astounding changes in people's lives including their relationships and others. I look forward to our journey of healing, integration and growth together!
Are you tired of trying to change your life and not succeed? Do you feel under-valued and misunderstood by others? Are you looking for someone trustworthy with experience handling sensitive emotional issues to provide deep understanding, empathy and help you change your life and relationships? Life can be difficult but you don't have to go through it alone. Great job taking the initial step! I have helped countless people for more than 15 years in therapy and have seen astounding changes in people's lives including their relationships and others. I look forward to our journey of healing, integration and growth together!
Christine Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CDAAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Online, phone, and office sessions. Fees are tax deductible donations. News causing stress? More conflict at home? Let me help you to navigate this difficult time, take care of yourself, find ways to meet your social needs, and restore some peace and joy in your home and family. You can have this. We can work together to find the relief and answers you need. If you want to reduce stress and worry, survive AND thrive, and find wholeness in the midst of uncertainty, CALL me. Life CAN be better. Don't spend another day suffering, or let anything stop you from getting the help you need. Other specialties: Trauma, Grief, Kids, Families.
Online, phone, and office sessions. Fees are tax deductible donations. News causing stress? More conflict at home? Let me help you to navigate this difficult time, take care of yourself, find ways to meet your social needs, and restore some peace and joy in your home and family. You can have this. We can work together to find the relief and answers you need. If you want to reduce stress and worry, survive AND thrive, and find wholeness in the midst of uncertainty, CALL me. Life CAN be better. Don't spend another day suffering, or let anything stop you from getting the help you need. Other specialties: Trauma, Grief, Kids, Families.
SoCal Individual, Family, & Trauma Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
We believe in the therapeutic process deeply and the power of growth and change. The first challenge is often alleviating symptoms of depression, anxiety, life and work stress, relational problems, grief problems, and sometimes managing traumatic experiences. For those who seek further growth after the immediate pain is resolved, the clinician may help you identify and address repetitive patterns that get in the way of you living your fullest life. Visit www.SoCal-ift.com for more information.
We believe in the therapeutic process deeply and the power of growth and change. The first challenge is often alleviating symptoms of depression, anxiety, life and work stress, relational problems, grief problems, and sometimes managing traumatic experiences. For those who seek further growth after the immediate pain is resolved, the clinician may help you identify and address repetitive patterns that get in the way of you living your fullest life. Visit www.SoCal-ift.com for more information.
Lotus Circle Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Not accepting new clients
Life is difficult. We all make our own path through life; using our wits, smarts, failed attempts, guidance and triumphs. There are no SOPs, no formula to follow, and definitely no easy answers. The right choice for one may be the wrong decision for another. Managing our emotional life is even more complex and if not tougher. Whether it's relationships with family, friends, co-workers; or facing anxiety, depression, addiction, grief & loss, self-doubt etc, here at Lotus Circle Counseling Services, we would like to invite you to a space where you could feel safe to talk things out.
Life is difficult. We all make our own path through life; using our wits, smarts, failed attempts, guidance and triumphs. There are no SOPs, no formula to follow, and definitely no easy answers. The right choice for one may be the wrong decision for another. Managing our emotional life is even more complex and if not tougher. Whether it's relationships with family, friends, co-workers; or facing anxiety, depression, addiction, grief & loss, self-doubt etc, here at Lotus Circle Counseling Services, we would like to invite you to a space where you could feel safe to talk things out.
See more therapy options for 92626
Experiential Therapy
How does experiential therapy work?
Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.
Is experiential therapy evidence-based?
Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.
How long does experiential therapy last?
The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
Does experiential therapy help with trauma?
Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.