Therapists in Brea, CA
Mariam Holt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821
I work from an attachment and psychodynamic approach.
As humans, we seek love and acceptance to become whole. Somewhere in our lives, we became broken due to external circumstances beyond our control or choices that we have made. The therapeutic relationship offers healing and provides hope and acceptance. Helping clients come to a place of congruence and authenticity where they value and accept themselves is my primary goal. I believe I can genuinely change the trajectory of my clients’ lives through healing and guide them to achieve a powerful transformation . My desire is to provide a safe place for you to share your thoughts and feelings freely .
I work from an attachment and psychodynamic approach.
As humans, we seek love and acceptance to become whole. Somewhere in our lives, we became broken due to external circumstances beyond our control or choices that we have made. The therapeutic relationship offers healing and provides hope and acceptance. Helping clients come to a place of congruence and authenticity where they value and accept themselves is my primary goal. I believe I can genuinely change the trajectory of my clients’ lives through healing and guide them to achieve a powerful transformation . My desire is to provide a safe place for you to share your thoughts and feelings freely .
Valerie Russell
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
My orientation combines both psychodynamic and cognitive based approaches.
My clients come from many walks of life but have one thing in common - they would like to improve their overall quality of life. Perhaps the wounds from their past or stressors from their present are adversely impacting their lives. My goal is to work collaboratively with my clients to improve their current level of functioning. My practice includes working with adults, college students, adolescents, couples, and families. I also co-lead groups with my husband who is also a psychotherapist, and I work with master's level and doctorate interns who are completing their therapy/supervison hours for licensing.
My orientation combines both psychodynamic and cognitive based approaches.
My clients come from many walks of life but have one thing in common - they would like to improve their overall quality of life. Perhaps the wounds from their past or stressors from their present are adversely impacting their lives. My goal is to work collaboratively with my clients to improve their current level of functioning. My practice includes working with adults, college students, adolescents, couples, and families. I also co-lead groups with my husband who is also a psychotherapist, and I work with master's level and doctorate interns who are completing their therapy/supervison hours for licensing.
Jessica Hanson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Strength-Based, Gottman Method, Choice Theory and Psychodynamic Theory.
My objective is to provide support and a safe space, helping individuals and families work through their struggles with therapeutic and somatic techniques relative to their situation. My approach includes the exploration of life experiences impacting your daily life and relationships, the development of positive coping methods, emotional support, conflict resolution, and a positive self-image.
My modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Strength-Based, Gottman Method, Choice Theory and Psychodynamic Theory.
My objective is to provide support and a safe space, helping individuals and families work through their struggles with therapeutic and somatic techniques relative to their situation. My approach includes the exploration of life experiences impacting your daily life and relationships, the development of positive coping methods, emotional support, conflict resolution, and a positive self-image.
Fiona Nottingham
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
I apply an integrative treatment approach, incorporating evidence-based practices, psychodynamic therapy, and attachment theory, neuroscience, and holistic therapeutic treatments.
I work with a wide range of diverse presenting problems affecting individuals, couples, families, and groups. I bring a wealth of experience treating populations with substance use disorders, process addictions, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, mental health issues, and forensics for people interacting with the legal system. Some areas of specialty include Trauma, Addiction, Gambling Disorder, Dual Diagnosis, and Life Transitions.
I apply an integrative treatment approach, incorporating evidence-based practices, psychodynamic therapy, and attachment theory, neuroscience, and holistic therapeutic treatments.
I work with a wide range of diverse presenting problems affecting individuals, couples, families, and groups. I bring a wealth of experience treating populations with substance use disorders, process addictions, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, mental health issues, and forensics for people interacting with the legal system. Some areas of specialty include Trauma, Addiction, Gambling Disorder, Dual Diagnosis, and Life Transitions.
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.
Natalia Duarte
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92621
Do you find yourself struggling with life transitions such as school, professional development, and marriage? It can be difficult to become your authentic self when you are dealing with life stressors and personal road blocks such as; self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I am passionate about the work that I do with young adults , and the impact on the larger family system. My theoretical approach stems from Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, and the use of somatic language, art therapy, and mindfulness strategies to strengthen the mind and body connection.
Do you find yourself struggling with life transitions such as school, professional development, and marriage? It can be difficult to become your authentic self when you are dealing with life stressors and personal road blocks such as; self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I am passionate about the work that I do with young adults , and the impact on the larger family system. My theoretical approach stems from Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, and the use of somatic language, art therapy, and mindfulness strategies to strengthen the mind and body connection.
Yolia Xiaoyin Zhong
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMF
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
It has been a while since you felt stuck, terrified, hopeless, or worthless. Yet, you have always been smiling to pretend you are okay. Or you are very used to distancing yourself because “nobody cares about me”. Life can be very challenging when you can hardly recognize the person next to you, more importantly, when you can’t even recognize yourself. Whether it has been years over the same issues and difficulties, or there has been a sudden tragic change to your life, believe it! You are already doing the best you can at any given moment!
It has been a while since you felt stuck, terrified, hopeless, or worthless. Yet, you have always been smiling to pretend you are okay. Or you are very used to distancing yourself because “nobody cares about me”. Life can be very challenging when you can hardly recognize the person next to you, more importantly, when you can’t even recognize yourself. Whether it has been years over the same issues and difficulties, or there has been a sudden tragic change to your life, believe it! You are already doing the best you can at any given moment!
Elizabeth Rodarte-Saldana
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
As a mother of two boys, and being married, I know life can be challenging, whether it is relationship challenges, motherhood, perinatal, marital, workplace, social challenges, etc., I am here to help my clients heal and grow. I consider my therapeutic approach to be personable and genuine. Therapy isn’t always easy which is why I emphasize that therapy is a team approach, starting where you are and we work together to make positive changes. I would describe my therapeutic approach as empathetic, compassionate, non-judgmental, collaborative, and empowering.
As a mother of two boys, and being married, I know life can be challenging, whether it is relationship challenges, motherhood, perinatal, marital, workplace, social challenges, etc., I am here to help my clients heal and grow. I consider my therapeutic approach to be personable and genuine. Therapy isn’t always easy which is why I emphasize that therapy is a team approach, starting where you are and we work together to make positive changes. I would describe my therapeutic approach as empathetic, compassionate, non-judgmental, collaborative, and empowering.
Jasmine Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821
Waitlist for new clients
Being an adult can be overwhelming, stressful, and chaotic at times. Between work demands, financial stress, keeping up with all of your obligations, and working toward your goals, you may feel like you're barely holding on. When you add anxiety, depression, unresolved childhood trauma, or health challenges to the mix, the responsibilities of adult life get even harder. You want to have more self-confidence and learn to manage life's highs and lows but don't know where to start.
Being an adult can be overwhelming, stressful, and chaotic at times. Between work demands, financial stress, keeping up with all of your obligations, and working toward your goals, you may feel like you're barely holding on. When you add anxiety, depression, unresolved childhood trauma, or health challenges to the mix, the responsibilities of adult life get even harder. You want to have more self-confidence and learn to manage life's highs and lows but don't know where to start.
De Angela J. Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
You are meant to live a meaningful, passionate, and humorous life. And a portion of human suffering stems from circumstances beyond our control. I want you to know that your sadness, grief, anxiety, anger, or relationship issues are welcome here. I care about your emotional health, and I see you. The first step in establishing a healthier way of thinking and increasing an emotional balance is by having someone to talk to. I provide compassionate, non-intrusive methods and inspirational counseling that produces freedom of past and present challenges that may alleviate symptoms or reduce psychological and emotional suffering.
You are meant to live a meaningful, passionate, and humorous life. And a portion of human suffering stems from circumstances beyond our control. I want you to know that your sadness, grief, anxiety, anger, or relationship issues are welcome here. I care about your emotional health, and I see you. The first step in establishing a healthier way of thinking and increasing an emotional balance is by having someone to talk to. I provide compassionate, non-intrusive methods and inspirational counseling that produces freedom of past and present challenges that may alleviate symptoms or reduce psychological and emotional suffering.
Heather Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
I focus on promoting resolution, fostering health and well-being, and facilitating lasting change. With a client-centered approach, I prioritize your journey toward clarity and transformation without causing unnecessary pain or suffering. Drawing from my extensive experience, I specialize in helping individuals navigate various challenges from trauma to grief. I also work with couples and individuals navigating separation, divorce, and co-parenting. My therapeutic style centers on creating a supportive and confidential space where you can explore your concerns.
I focus on promoting resolution, fostering health and well-being, and facilitating lasting change. With a client-centered approach, I prioritize your journey toward clarity and transformation without causing unnecessary pain or suffering. Drawing from my extensive experience, I specialize in helping individuals navigate various challenges from trauma to grief. I also work with couples and individuals navigating separation, divorce, and co-parenting. My therapeutic style centers on creating a supportive and confidential space where you can explore your concerns.
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Theresa Tapia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
Carolyn Hudson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
I will join with you to establish short-term or long-term treatment goals based on your expressed needs. I do believe that our history has contributed to who we are today. I take the time to learn about your family of origin and significant events from the past, while focusing on how this impacts your life now. Awareness of patterns is especially helpful in breaking cycles of unhealthy behavior. My approach to both individual and couples therapy is attachment-based. The ability to connect with others while maintaining a clear sense of ourselves is a focus in therapy.
I will join with you to establish short-term or long-term treatment goals based on your expressed needs. I do believe that our history has contributed to who we are today. I take the time to learn about your family of origin and significant events from the past, while focusing on how this impacts your life now. Awareness of patterns is especially helpful in breaking cycles of unhealthy behavior. My approach to both individual and couples therapy is attachment-based. The ability to connect with others while maintaining a clear sense of ourselves is a focus in therapy.
Dorothy Yeh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Gottman
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
Waitlist for new clients
In my 18 years of practice, I've had the honor for helping many couples, as well as individuals with depression, anxiety and trauma. If you repeatedly fight over the similar things and feel disconnected in your relationship, I can help you! I am trained in Gottman's Method and love to work with couples to decrease disconnection and deepen intimacy. EMDR training gives me effective tools for treating depression, anxiety and trauma. I am also passionate to help second generation Asian Americans, bridging the cultural/generational gap between first and second generation. 我會說中文.
In my 18 years of practice, I've had the honor for helping many couples, as well as individuals with depression, anxiety and trauma. If you repeatedly fight over the similar things and feel disconnected in your relationship, I can help you! I am trained in Gottman's Method and love to work with couples to decrease disconnection and deepen intimacy. EMDR training gives me effective tools for treating depression, anxiety and trauma. I am also passionate to help second generation Asian Americans, bridging the cultural/generational gap between first and second generation. 我會說中文.
Temma Knight
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821
I enjoy working with men, women, children, young adults, families, and foster youth with a broad range of presenting problems. She really enjoys collaborating with women and families in the perinatal process through postpartum, and all age demographics dealing with anxiety, depression, stage of life, LGBTQIA, trauma, and sleep problems, while keeping careful consideration of cultural concerns and practices.
I enjoy working with men, women, children, young adults, families, and foster youth with a broad range of presenting problems. She really enjoys collaborating with women and families in the perinatal process through postpartum, and all age demographics dealing with anxiety, depression, stage of life, LGBTQIA, trauma, and sleep problems, while keeping careful consideration of cultural concerns and practices.
Erin Carl
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
I work from a foundation of client-centered, trauma-informed, narrative approaches/philosophies, and utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) in practice and interventions. I feel confident in short-term models that include psychoeducation, skill building, and processing in tandem. I care deeply about the emotional health of my clients and wish for their independence and freedom from emotional distress interfering with their goals and values.
I work from a foundation of client-centered, trauma-informed, narrative approaches/philosophies, and utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) in practice and interventions. I feel confident in short-term models that include psychoeducation, skill building, and processing in tandem. I care deeply about the emotional health of my clients and wish for their independence and freedom from emotional distress interfering with their goals and values.
Hope Balance Connection Counseling Corp.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92822 (Online Only)
I provide psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, families, and teens. Through a collaborative process, I am committed to providing a safe place for you to explore your thoughts and feelings so you can achieve the change you desire. I can help you reach your goals by developing a genuine connection with you.
I provide psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, families, and teens. Through a collaborative process, I am committed to providing a safe place for you to explore your thoughts and feelings so you can achieve the change you desire. I can help you reach your goals by developing a genuine connection with you.
Hailey Dirksen
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
Life can be challenging and can bring hardship and difficulty that come in a variety of different forms. It is my goal to walk alongside you and help provide insight, hope and healing to whatever challenges and burdens you are facing. I have great honor and sacred trust to be allowed to enter your world. I want to understand your worldview, your life, love, and pain and will do so by engaging with you in the most empathetic way.
Life can be challenging and can bring hardship and difficulty that come in a variety of different forms. It is my goal to walk alongside you and help provide insight, hope and healing to whatever challenges and burdens you are facing. I have great honor and sacred trust to be allowed to enter your world. I want to understand your worldview, your life, love, and pain and will do so by engaging with you in the most empathetic way.
Elaine Murphy Marriage Family Therapist Associate
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships (including divorce and affair recovery), grief, PTSD, or past trauma, I provide a warm, empathic, collaborative approach that is client-centered. My passion is to help you find your inner strength as we process life and find healing for the painful areas of your heart. My goal is to see you integrated and whole so you can thrive in your life! I work with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships (including divorce and affair recovery), grief, PTSD, or past trauma, I provide a warm, empathic, collaborative approach that is client-centered. My passion is to help you find your inner strength as we process life and find healing for the painful areas of your heart. My goal is to see you integrated and whole so you can thrive in your life! I work with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families.
Gabrielle M. Aroz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
I am happy you are here. The journey to becoming the healthiest version of you can often be frightening. My goal is to create a safe environment for you to explore and navigate your journey and to help you learn tools to help you manage your emotions when difficult situations come your way. If we are a good fit, I hope to share in your journey in a compassionate and authentic manner. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, including children, teens, and transitional youth. I also have experience working with parents, providing interventions and strategies to help build healthy relationships with their children.
I am happy you are here. The journey to becoming the healthiest version of you can often be frightening. My goal is to create a safe environment for you to explore and navigate your journey and to help you learn tools to help you manage your emotions when difficult situations come your way. If we are a good fit, I hope to share in your journey in a compassionate and authentic manner. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, including children, teens, and transitional youth. I also have experience working with parents, providing interventions and strategies to help build healthy relationships with their children.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.