Therapists in Brea, CA
In addition to treating those who have experienced trauma in their lives, I also specialize in working with grief.
Do you live in constant fear? Are you overwhelmed by grief? Do you find yourself feeling sad, withdrawn, irritable, and lonely? Are you struggling to communicate with your teen? Do you often wonder why they behave in certain ways? If so, I would like to help. We all would like to think we are strong enough to overcome these issues on our own, but there comes a time when we need to reach out for additional help. I specialize in treating trauma (specifically sexually abuse), mood disorders, and grief. I also have worked extensively with teens and their families, so I know the problems that are unique to teens.
In addition to treating those who have experienced trauma in their lives, I also specialize in working with grief.
Do you live in constant fear? Are you overwhelmed by grief? Do you find yourself feeling sad, withdrawn, irritable, and lonely? Are you struggling to communicate with your teen? Do you often wonder why they behave in certain ways? If so, I would like to help. We all would like to think we are strong enough to overcome these issues on our own, but there comes a time when we need to reach out for additional help. I specialize in treating trauma (specifically sexually abuse), mood disorders, and grief. I also have worked extensively with teens and their families, so I know the problems that are unique to teens.
Gizelle Vazquez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
* Grief *Anxiety *Depression.
Do you sometimes have difficulty managing feelings of sadness, anger, anxiety, guilt or loneliness? Do you struggle with relationships with your partner, child, parent, sibling, friend or employer? I believe I can help you feel better about yourself and give you tools to navigate your life in a positive way and feel empowered. I have been providing individual, couples, family and child therapy for over 23 years. I provide a safe environment so you feel comfortable to explore difficult issues. Call me today and let's begin the journey to create the life you desire.
* Grief *Anxiety *Depression.
Do you sometimes have difficulty managing feelings of sadness, anger, anxiety, guilt or loneliness? Do you struggle with relationships with your partner, child, parent, sibling, friend or employer? I believe I can help you feel better about yourself and give you tools to navigate your life in a positive way and feel empowered. I have been providing individual, couples, family and child therapy for over 23 years. I provide a safe environment so you feel comfortable to explore difficult issues. Call me today and let's begin the journey to create the life you desire.
Ruth Burton: Brainspotting Accelerated Resolution Therapy Emdr
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
What brings you here today? - Stress, anxiety, guilt, loss, or relationship struggles? Anger, hurt, depression, self-identity or self-worth issues? Maybe you’ve noticed being “triggered” by people or situations, or have trouble letting go of painful events from the past. Perhaps you’re aware of negative patterns - different partner, job, or location - but still deal with the same issues. Over time, any of these issues can wear you down, affecting you and your relationships with others, including your partner, family, friends and loved ones. However, you can heal and experience lasting change.
What brings you here today? - Stress, anxiety, guilt, loss, or relationship struggles? Anger, hurt, depression, self-identity or self-worth issues? Maybe you’ve noticed being “triggered” by people or situations, or have trouble letting go of painful events from the past. Perhaps you’re aware of negative patterns - different partner, job, or location - but still deal with the same issues. Over time, any of these issues can wear you down, affecting you and your relationships with others, including your partner, family, friends and loved ones. However, you can heal and experience lasting change.
Theresa Tapia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
I have experience working with individuals with a variety of conditions/issues including depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma.
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 have experience working with individuals with a variety of conditions/issues including depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma.
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.
Cheryl D Casey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults providing individual, couples, group, and family therapy to those that are dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, PTSD, grief, divorce, identity issues, parenting, workplace challenges, and many other social and emotional challenges.
The journey of life can be a challenging one. We are often faced with situations and events that challenge us. Sometimes we feel alone, confused, uncertain, or afraid. We seek comfort and understanding. We want change, but are not sure how or what steps to take. We seek safety, security, and purpose. I will help you navigate through life challenges and help you gently face your deepest struggles.
I have extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults providing individual, couples, group, and family therapy to those that are dealing with depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, PTSD, grief, divorce, identity issues, parenting, workplace challenges, and many other social and emotional challenges.
The journey of life can be a challenging one. We are often faced with situations and events that challenge us. Sometimes we feel alone, confused, uncertain, or afraid. We seek comfort and understanding. We want change, but are not sure how or what steps to take. We seek safety, security, and purpose. I will help you navigate through life challenges and help you gently face your deepest struggles.
Clear Mind Counseling Nicole Payne, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
Everyone goes through their own path in life and may need some guidance along the way in how to cope with the stress that various life situations brings our way such as relationship struggles, communication issues, divorce, loss, anxiety struggles, or bouts of depression.
My experience enables me to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. I treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, children, and couples. Parenting is not an easy road to navigate. I am effective in helping parents learn new skills to help them manage behavioral concerns with children and teens; as well as teaching new strategies to children and teens to help improve cohesiveness within the family system. Traumatic events can feel paralyzing. I am passionate in working through trauma to help an individual to find their inner strength, and happiness again.
Everyone goes through their own path in life and may need some guidance along the way in how to cope with the stress that various life situations brings our way such as relationship struggles, communication issues, divorce, loss, anxiety struggles, or bouts of depression.
My experience enables me to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. I treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, children, and couples. Parenting is not an easy road to navigate. I am effective in helping parents learn new skills to help them manage behavioral concerns with children and teens; as well as teaching new strategies to children and teens to help improve cohesiveness within the family system. Traumatic events can feel paralyzing. I am passionate in working through trauma to help an individual to find their inner strength, and happiness again.
Heidi Renie Pena
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821
I am currently welcoming new clients. My telehealth services are accessible to individuals located anywhere in California. As a therapist, I believe that everyone is in control of their own healing journey. I am here to provide guidance and support as we navigate through the challenges and fears that life may bring, including grief, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and body image concerns. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can freely express themselves and feel heard.
I am currently welcoming new clients. My telehealth services are accessible to individuals located anywhere in California. As a therapist, I believe that everyone is in control of their own healing journey. I am here to provide guidance and support as we navigate through the challenges and fears that life may bring, including grief, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and body image concerns. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can freely express themselves and feel heard.
Therapy will put you back in touch with powerful emotions and help you find balance. You have a range of emotions and can feel love, joy, and elation but also equally experience deep grief or rage filled jealousy. Therapy can help establish solid foundations that will support you. We will use your inner power to advance you to the next highest version of yourself. You are filled with the power to heal and transform yourself. Claim your power and stand in the shoes of your most positive self, your whole self, who you are deep down.
Therapy will put you back in touch with powerful emotions and help you find balance. You have a range of emotions and can feel love, joy, and elation but also equally experience deep grief or rage filled jealousy. Therapy can help establish solid foundations that will support you. We will use your inner power to advance you to the next highest version of yourself. You are filled with the power to heal and transform yourself. Claim your power and stand in the shoes of your most positive self, your whole self, who you are deep down.
Free yourself of the problems that hold you back from finding true freedom and happiness. All it takes is the desire for a better life and the right tools. Whether you are having difficulties in your relationship or are experiencing personal difficulties, I am here to help in the areas you feel stuck. Some of these areas may include problems communicating, difficulties relating to one another, parenting problems, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, eating disorders, self harming behaviors, substance abuse/dependence, working through grief or adjusting to life changes. You don't need to suffer alone. Transform your life now!
Free yourself of the problems that hold you back from finding true freedom and happiness. All it takes is the desire for a better life and the right tools. Whether you are having difficulties in your relationship or are experiencing personal difficulties, I am here to help in the areas you feel stuck. Some of these areas may include problems communicating, difficulties relating to one another, parenting problems, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, eating disorders, self harming behaviors, substance abuse/dependence, working through grief or adjusting to life changes. You don't need to suffer alone. Transform your life now!
I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families struggling with relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, grief and loss, LGBTQ issues, low self-esteem and other challenges of everyday life.
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 work with adolescents, adults, couples and families struggling with relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, grief and loss, LGBTQ issues, low self-esteem and other challenges of everyday life.
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.
Yuki Frazier Lmft Emdr Certified
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92823 (Online Only)
Some of my special interests include(but not limited to): Trauma and PTSD, anxieties, relationship issues, grief or loss, and spiritual issues.
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.
Some of my special interests include(but not limited to): Trauma and PTSD, anxieties, relationship issues, grief or loss, and spiritual issues.
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.
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Therapy can help you overcome challenges such as addressing negative feelings, making behavioral change, managing a transition, or dealing with grief, loss, and trauma. Therapy is also a great place to learn about strengthening relationships, setting goals, and challenging yourself to be the person you want to be. I have been working with and advocating for individuals, children, and families since 2005. I welcome all clients, but found my techniques to be particularly helpful in working with anxiety, depression, life transition, trauma history, PTSD, grief or loss, and couple & family dynamic issues.
Therapy can help you overcome challenges such as addressing negative feelings, making behavioral change, managing a transition, or dealing with grief, loss, and trauma. Therapy is also a great place to learn about strengthening relationships, setting goals, and challenging yourself to be the person you want to be. I have been working with and advocating for individuals, children, and families since 2005. I welcome all clients, but found my techniques to be particularly helpful in working with anxiety, depression, life transition, trauma history, PTSD, grief or loss, and couple & family dynamic issues.
Since being in private practice, I have had the privilege of working with people of all ages and stages who are dealing with transitions, medical challenges and loss as well as past or recent trauma.
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.
Since being in private practice, I have had the privilege of working with people of all ages and stages who are dealing with transitions, medical challenges and loss as well as past or recent trauma.
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.
Lucia Fernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPSC
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92823 (Online Only)
I specialize in grief and loss, depression, anxiety, abuse, identity, and relationship issues.
Life can be very difficult and is often accompanied by many challenges. The feelings accompanied by these challenging times can be felt very intensely often hindering us in other aspects of our life. By exploring the challenges together, I want to help you find ways to tackle them and guide you towards a path of enjoying life and experiencing joy. I want to help you explore difficult times and find meaning in life, to empower you, and feel a sense of control that you might be yearning for. I want to help you move in a positive direction to feel worthy of the life you deserve.
I specialize in grief and loss, depression, anxiety, abuse, identity, and relationship issues.
Life can be very difficult and is often accompanied by many challenges. The feelings accompanied by these challenging times can be felt very intensely often hindering us in other aspects of our life. By exploring the challenges together, I want to help you find ways to tackle them and guide you towards a path of enjoying life and experiencing joy. I want to help you explore difficult times and find meaning in life, to empower you, and feel a sense of control that you might be yearning for. I want to help you move in a positive direction to feel worthy of the life you deserve.
Do you feel like yourself? If not, what might be missing that would help you to feel more like yourself? Some days feel more challenging than others. Seasons of worry, sadness, insecurity, and relational distance can feel impossible to overcome. You might try to hide your emotions from the people around you for fear that they won't understand. You might experience greater conflict in relationships and isolate yourself as a result. You deeply desire a place to feel safe, understood, and known without judgment.
Do you feel like yourself? If not, what might be missing that would help you to feel more like yourself? Some days feel more challenging than others. Seasons of worry, sadness, insecurity, and relational distance can feel impossible to overcome. You might try to hide your emotions from the people around you for fear that they won't understand. You might experience greater conflict in relationships and isolate yourself as a result. You deeply desire a place to feel safe, understood, and known without judgment.
Candice Calderon-Lem
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
Out of a place of struggle or hopelessness, much can be discovered and learned. Having a witness to your life who listens without judgment can help remove barriers, so you are in a more hopeful place. There will be ups and downs through the therapeutic journey, and I am here to support you, as you develop awareness and understanding in order to make healthy choices. I will listen to your stories, perhaps offer a different perspective, practice coping skills, and help you discover how you can participate in your hopes to make them happen.
Out of a place of struggle or hopelessness, much can be discovered and learned. Having a witness to your life who listens without judgment can help remove barriers, so you are in a more hopeful place. There will be ups and downs through the therapeutic journey, and I am here to support you, as you develop awareness and understanding in order to make healthy choices. I will listen to your stories, perhaps offer a different perspective, practice coping skills, and help you discover how you can participate in your hopes to make them happen.
Which therapist is the right fit for you? Someone you trust and provides confidence of being able to meet your needs is the most important ingredient in my line of work. Navigating pitfalls of life and relations doesn't have to be a puzzle. Worrying about the future and thinking of the past can keep us from living. I enjoy witnessing the potentials of others come alive. Giving practical skills to navigate the challenges life allows confidence to shine through. Seeing people meet their goals and grow beyond what they imagined is a realistic outcome for those who choose to enter therapy.
Which therapist is the right fit for you? Someone you trust and provides confidence of being able to meet your needs is the most important ingredient in my line of work. Navigating pitfalls of life and relations doesn't have to be a puzzle. Worrying about the future and thinking of the past can keep us from living. I enjoy witnessing the potentials of others come alive. Giving practical skills to navigate the challenges life allows confidence to shine through. Seeing people meet their goals and grow beyond what they imagined is a realistic outcome for those who choose to enter therapy.
Hi there! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in gender and sexuality. I've been doing this work for more than ten years and enjoy it immensely. I value deep connection and enjoy helping people make positive changes in their lives. Some of my areas of interest include: intersectional identity, anxiety, relational issues, and ADHD.
Hi there! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in gender and sexuality. I've been doing this work for more than ten years and enjoy it immensely. I value deep connection and enjoy helping people make positive changes in their lives. Some of my areas of interest include: intersectional identity, anxiety, relational issues, and ADHD.
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 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.
Chazstine Franco
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brea, CA 92821 (Online Only)
You have taken the first step in your healing journey by being on here today! Therapy can help provide a safe place for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that can be holding you back from becoming the best version of yourself. What would your days look like with better coping skills to deal with every day stressors?
You have taken the first step in your healing journey by being on here today! Therapy can help provide a safe place for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that can be holding you back from becoming the best version of yourself. What would your days look like with better coping skills to deal with every day stressors?
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Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.