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Priscilla Apodaca
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92672
I graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor's degree in psychology and pursued a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Do you feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Let me help you unpack so you can begin to focus on what's important and find meaning in life again. Depression, anxiety, and high-stress individuals are some of my favorite individuals to work with. I will help you recharge, prioritize responsibilities, improve productivity, and redefine yourself. My name is Priscilla Apodaca, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working in the mental health field for over 12 years.
I graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor's degree in psychology and pursued a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Do you feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Let me help you unpack so you can begin to focus on what's important and find meaning in life again. Depression, anxiety, and high-stress individuals are some of my favorite individuals to work with. I will help you recharge, prioritize responsibilities, improve productivity, and redefine yourself. My name is Priscilla Apodaca, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working in the mental health field for over 12 years.
(949) 649-4651 View (949) 649-4651
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Renee Michelle
MA
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92672
My Masters in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care and Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and training in the Enneagram, give me a holistic approach to help women connect with the parts of themselves that have been overlooked or pushed aside.
As a Faith-based Spiritual Director and Counselor, I help women get unstuck spiritually, relationally, and emotionally. After doing my Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and completing my Masters in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care, I wanted to help women grow in their emotional, spiritual and relational lives. I help individuals that are experiencing grief, life transitions, wanting healthier relationships, wanting to experience more of their true self and worth, and who are experiencing anxiety, or depression. I help individuals create a healthier spiritual life and help women discover their voice and true self.
My Masters in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care and Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and training in the Enneagram, give me a holistic approach to help women connect with the parts of themselves that have been overlooked or pushed aside.
As a Faith-based Spiritual Director and Counselor, I help women get unstuck spiritually, relationally, and emotionally. After doing my Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and completing my Masters in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care, I wanted to help women grow in their emotional, spiritual and relational lives. I help individuals that are experiencing grief, life transitions, wanting healthier relationships, wanting to experience more of their true self and worth, and who are experiencing anxiety, or depression. I help individuals create a healthier spiritual life and help women discover their voice and true self.
(562) 568-9177 View (562) 568-9177
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Jason Stewart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92673  (Online Only)
*I AM ACCEPTING NEW ONLINE CLIENTS* So much about our current circumstances is out of our control. We've been placed in situations we did not expect nor plan for. As a result, our levels of anxiety, depression, and disconnect from ourselves and each other may be higher than they have ever been before. Not only can these events affect us as individuals, they can also cause stress to our relationships with our significant others, children, and extended family. I want you to know that I am here to help in these stressful times.
*I AM ACCEPTING NEW ONLINE CLIENTS* So much about our current circumstances is out of our control. We've been placed in situations we did not expect nor plan for. As a result, our levels of anxiety, depression, and disconnect from ourselves and each other may be higher than they have ever been before. Not only can these events affect us as individuals, they can also cause stress to our relationships with our significant others, children, and extended family. I want you to know that I am here to help in these stressful times.
(951) 456-4445 View (951) 456-4445
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Isabella Y. Nyquist
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92673
Isabella is trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), family-based therapy (FBT), emotion-focused family therapy (EFFT), and is a Gottman Level 2 trained clinician.
Isabella specializes in treating individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with disordered eating, trauma, anxiety and mood disorders. Isabella earned her BA in Psychology from CSU Long Beach and her Masters in Social Work from CSU Fullerton, and is bilingual in English and Spanish. Isabella has experience in providing intensive outpatient therapy to children, teens and adults. Her style is client-centered, affirming, approachable, and strategy-focused.
Isabella is trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), family-based therapy (FBT), emotion-focused family therapy (EFFT), and is a Gottman Level 2 trained clinician.
Isabella specializes in treating individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with disordered eating, trauma, anxiety and mood disorders. Isabella earned her BA in Psychology from CSU Long Beach and her Masters in Social Work from CSU Fullerton, and is bilingual in English and Spanish. Isabella has experience in providing intensive outpatient therapy to children, teens and adults. Her style is client-centered, affirming, approachable, and strategy-focused.
(949) 523-3237 View (949) 523-3237
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Heidi Nguyen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92672  (Online Only)
This passion has lead me, in addition to getting my license in Marriage and Family therapy, to pursue certification as a facilitator for the PrepareEnrich program, as well as being certified by the Relationship Coaching Institute as a Singles Coach and a Couples Coach.
You can't seem to get over the anxiety or depression about your everyday life. To make things worse, your partner or family member seems to not care at times, making things even harder for you. They don't seem to understand you. I get it. Better is possible, and I'm here to help. I have a passion for helping individuals in personal growth and couples thrive in their relationships.
This passion has lead me, in addition to getting my license in Marriage and Family therapy, to pursue certification as a facilitator for the PrepareEnrich program, as well as being certified by the Relationship Coaching Institute as a Singles Coach and a Couples Coach.
You can't seem to get over the anxiety or depression about your everyday life. To make things worse, your partner or family member seems to not care at times, making things even harder for you. They don't seem to understand you. I get it. Better is possible, and I'm here to help. I have a passion for helping individuals in personal growth and couples thrive in their relationships.
(949) 264-5315 View (949) 264-5315
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Leonard Szymczak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92673
For the past 40 years, I worked in Australia & America as a therapist and educator. I was Director of the Family Therapy Program in Sydney and later worked with the Family Institute at Northwestern University. Since I am also a writer, I see you as the main character in your personal story called to face & transform adversity into personal happiness. I help individuals overcome anxiety & depression & help couples improve communication, resolve conflict, and increase love & intimacy. I am the co-author of "Power Tools for Men: A Blueprint for Healthy Masculinity" & co-author of "Fighting for Love: Turn Conflict into Intimacy."
For the past 40 years, I worked in Australia & America as a therapist and educator. I was Director of the Family Therapy Program in Sydney and later worked with the Family Institute at Northwestern University. Since I am also a writer, I see you as the main character in your personal story called to face & transform adversity into personal happiness. I help individuals overcome anxiety & depression & help couples improve communication, resolve conflict, and increase love & intimacy. I am the co-author of "Power Tools for Men: A Blueprint for Healthy Masculinity" & co-author of "Fighting for Love: Turn Conflict into Intimacy."
(949) 625-6704 View (949) 625-6704
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Brandon Tatum
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92672
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I believe it shouldnʼt be so hard to live a better life.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I believe it shouldnʼt be so hard to live a better life.
(949) 990-4358 View (949) 990-4358
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Poppy Eve Peluce-Fune
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92672
For more than two decades, I have made a commitment in the professional realm to understand the human condition. What I have learned is that we are unique yet unifying and vast yet reachable. It is my passion to take a journey with you and learn about what makes you who you are and how this interplays with the world and relationships around you. Everyone has a story. If you don't know yours, then we'll write it together. Emotional success often means life success and is contingent on not just knowing your story but telling your story.
For more than two decades, I have made a commitment in the professional realm to understand the human condition. What I have learned is that we are unique yet unifying and vast yet reachable. It is my passion to take a journey with you and learn about what makes you who you are and how this interplays with the world and relationships around you. Everyone has a story. If you don't know yours, then we'll write it together. Emotional success often means life success and is contingent on not just knowing your story but telling your story.
(949) 397-2212 View (949) 397-2212
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Melissa Blower
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92673
I am passionate about assisting individuals on their path to healing, growth, and change. I feel honored to come alongside others to help them learn new ways to understand themselves through personal exploration and curiosity. I believe creating healthy relationships and boundaries, gaining a sense of self-acceptance, self-care, and embracing strengths while developing weaknesses leads to healing and lasting change. I focus on establishing a safe, comfortable, and trusting environment that allows space to assist individuals in strengthening and developing their relationships.
I am passionate about assisting individuals on their path to healing, growth, and change. I feel honored to come alongside others to help them learn new ways to understand themselves through personal exploration and curiosity. I believe creating healthy relationships and boundaries, gaining a sense of self-acceptance, self-care, and embracing strengths while developing weaknesses leads to healing and lasting change. I focus on establishing a safe, comfortable, and trusting environment that allows space to assist individuals in strengthening and developing their relationships.
(949) 353-5942 View (949) 353-5942
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Honorary Godparent
MA, LSC, RMT
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92673
If you or someone you love identifies as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or neuro-divergent then I am happy we found each other! As a previous nurse assistant, teacher (toddler-12th grade) and childcare director, I have spent over a decade immersed in hands-on research to better study effective evidence based approaches for treating children and their support systems. I use these approaches eclectically to help clients and their families with sensory regulation, behavioral issues, and counsel the client's entire support system to bring balance.
If you or someone you love identifies as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or neuro-divergent then I am happy we found each other! As a previous nurse assistant, teacher (toddler-12th grade) and childcare director, I have spent over a decade immersed in hands-on research to better study effective evidence based approaches for treating children and their support systems. I use these approaches eclectically to help clients and their families with sensory regulation, behavioral issues, and counsel the client's entire support system to bring balance.
(949) 328-5737 View (949) 328-5737
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Kasey Phillips
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92672
Hi! I'm Kasey and accepting new clients in San Clemente. Most clients seek me out because of my relational and compassionate approach. I will work collaboratively with you to identify strengths and help navigate challenges. Together we will form new perspectives. I provide a supportive and non judgmental space so you can feel heard, understood and respected.
Hi! I'm Kasey and accepting new clients in San Clemente. Most clients seek me out because of my relational and compassionate approach. I will work collaboratively with you to identify strengths and help navigate challenges. Together we will form new perspectives. I provide a supportive and non judgmental space so you can feel heard, understood and respected.
(949) 868-0958 View (949) 868-0958
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Lori Landry Reeves
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC-CA, LPC-TX, LPC-LA, EATcert
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92672
Grieving, anxious, depressed, seeking clarity, lacking confidence? Its time to clear negative beliefs, patterns, & traumas that bind you. I organically weave brain spotting, EFT, meditation, guided imagery, expressive arts therapy, sand tray and neuro-feedback into my therapy sessions. These tools speed up the process of clarity, growth, healing and progress towards your goals. If you are looking for a unique personalized approach, come work with me. I am a licensed professional counselor and certified expressive arts therapist. Our challenges are portals of opportunity for clarity, personal alignment, growth, and healing.
Grieving, anxious, depressed, seeking clarity, lacking confidence? Its time to clear negative beliefs, patterns, & traumas that bind you. I organically weave brain spotting, EFT, meditation, guided imagery, expressive arts therapy, sand tray and neuro-feedback into my therapy sessions. These tools speed up the process of clarity, growth, healing and progress towards your goals. If you are looking for a unique personalized approach, come work with me. I am a licensed professional counselor and certified expressive arts therapist. Our challenges are portals of opportunity for clarity, personal alignment, growth, and healing.
(760) 359-9948 View (760) 359-9948
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Marco Zahedi
MD, MPH
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92673
we specialize in working with mental health and addiction clients and address addictions ranging from benzodiazepine use to opioid withdrawals, we have an outpatient clinic that focuses on what our clients needs are and working on underlying traumas that caused there use or mental health disorder.
we specialize in working with mental health and addiction clients and address addictions ranging from benzodiazepine use to opioid withdrawals, we have an outpatient clinic that focuses on what our clients needs are and working on underlying traumas that caused there use or mental health disorder.
(714) 515-7919 View (714) 515-7919
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Lorena Rincon Arredondo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92673
My goal is to walk alongside my clients just until they feel confident in being able to continue their progress and meet life’s challenges on their own, with purpose and hope, and of course, with the support of their loved ones and their community.
My goal is to walk alongside my clients just until they feel confident in being able to continue their progress and meet life’s challenges on their own, with purpose and hope, and of course, with the support of their loved ones and their community.
(510) 681-2588 View (510) 681-2588
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Ryan Lisman
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92673
I'm Ryan Lisman, a licensed clinical counselor. I primarily utilize a humanistic therapy approach that aims to be client-centered and cater to your therapeutic needs. I'm trained in a variety of modalities, so please feel free to let me know what therapy style and techniques you would like to explore with me. I am registered as a Drama Therapist, which allows for an embodied and creative approach to Therapy. Let me know if you have an interest in experimenting with this. I want to commend you for taking the brave steps to pursue Therapy.
I'm Ryan Lisman, a licensed clinical counselor. I primarily utilize a humanistic therapy approach that aims to be client-centered and cater to your therapeutic needs. I'm trained in a variety of modalities, so please feel free to let me know what therapy style and techniques you would like to explore with me. I am registered as a Drama Therapist, which allows for an embodied and creative approach to Therapy. Let me know if you have an interest in experimenting with this. I want to commend you for taking the brave steps to pursue Therapy.
(951) 383-2136 View (951) 383-2136
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Deb Watt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MACP, EMDR
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92674
You smile and try to be helpfully nice, you are really trying and failing. Though you try your best to be there for others, it feels as if no one is really there for you or for those you love. No one is listening, no one sees you, or understands you. You are at a dead end and in dire need of tender care. Peace and quiet, love and laughter. Bonds that unite and relationships that matter. Imagine such a life? Suffering is a part of living but only to a point, not this jagged line tearing you and those you care about apart. Despair lurks in your bedroom at night and at dawn. You awaken to another doomsday, another struggle session.
You smile and try to be helpfully nice, you are really trying and failing. Though you try your best to be there for others, it feels as if no one is really there for you or for those you love. No one is listening, no one sees you, or understands you. You are at a dead end and in dire need of tender care. Peace and quiet, love and laughter. Bonds that unite and relationships that matter. Imagine such a life? Suffering is a part of living but only to a point, not this jagged line tearing you and those you care about apart. Despair lurks in your bedroom at night and at dawn. You awaken to another doomsday, another struggle session.
(714) 515-6529 View (714) 515-6529
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Adrienne Marquez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92672
(949) 806-6164 View (949) 806-6164
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Laura Black
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92673  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
With a trusting guide, it's all within your reach to develop the parts of yourself longing to feel more fulfilled, connected, assured, and grounded. Your sincere intentions for change no longer have to be figured out on your own. We'll start by building a safe relationship where you feel heard, accepted, & understood in a new way that is productive & healing. You'll then learn how to replicate that with others, and most importantly - yourself. We’ll take it step-by-step, gradually facing painful moments from the past and present that may be holding you back from developing the confidence & skills needed to feel empowered today.
With a trusting guide, it's all within your reach to develop the parts of yourself longing to feel more fulfilled, connected, assured, and grounded. Your sincere intentions for change no longer have to be figured out on your own. We'll start by building a safe relationship where you feel heard, accepted, & understood in a new way that is productive & healing. You'll then learn how to replicate that with others, and most importantly - yourself. We’ll take it step-by-step, gradually facing painful moments from the past and present that may be holding you back from developing the confidence & skills needed to feel empowered today.
(714) 912-1849 View (714) 912-1849

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Amparo Pacheco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
LCSW with experience working with an array of populations such as children & family, life stage transitions, life counseling, severe mental illness developmental disabilities, and women's wellness.
LCSW with experience working with an array of populations such as children & family, life stage transitions, life counseling, severe mental illness developmental disabilities, and women's wellness.
(626) 618-9873 View (626) 618-9873
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Esther K Chun
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laguna Beach, CA 92607
I have clinical experience in individual, group, couples & family therapy and have served in diverse settings, including: community mental health, public schools, private practice & addiction treatment centers.
Sometimes, we feel stuck in negative personal/relational patterns; are reeling from a loss, hurt or other traumatic events; are navigating transitions/changes and desiring clarity and direction; are grappling with existential/spiritual questions; struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, and/or addiction; or, are struggling with family issues including cultural conflicts and abuse. I collaborate with individuals, couples, and families to discover positive and adaptive ways to move forward that are uniquely empowering and authentic to who they are.
I have clinical experience in individual, group, couples & family therapy and have served in diverse settings, including: community mental health, public schools, private practice & addiction treatment centers.
Sometimes, we feel stuck in negative personal/relational patterns; are reeling from a loss, hurt or other traumatic events; are navigating transitions/changes and desiring clarity and direction; are grappling with existential/spiritual questions; struggle with anxiety, depression, anger, and/or addiction; or, are struggling with family issues including cultural conflicts and abuse. I collaborate with individuals, couples, and families to discover positive and adaptive ways to move forward that are uniquely empowering and authentic to who they are.
(510) 771-7542 View (510) 771-7542

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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.