Kristin S. Merrill
Psychologist, PhD (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (949) 518-0651
Available both in-person and online
25283 Cabot Road Suite 204 Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Are you struggling to get through the day? Are you afraid that you will never feel "normal" again? Does your teenager seem edgy, worried, withdrawn or isolated? Do they spend hours scrolling online or playing video games alone, neglecting real-life relationships and responsibilities? I work with high-schoolers and adults who feel lonely, sad, worried, pressured, sleepless, exhausted and inadequate. I help patients identify underlying mental health and neurological conditions that may be contributing to these feelings; address negative patterns of behavior and learn powerful new coping skills to navigate life's challenges.
I help teens and adults ages 14-65+ develop more effective problem-solving and coping skills to be successful in all areas of life. I use evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialetical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. My integrative therapeutic approach will change the way you respond to personal crises.
I have 30 years of broad experience as a psychotherapist with patients of all ages from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Having survived my own personal crises through therapy, I have deep empathy for your struggles. Reach out to schedule a free 15-minute consultation today to begin restoring your hope for the future!
Call or Email Kristin S. Merrill now for a free 15 minute consultation - (949) 518-0651
Let's Connect (949) 518-0651
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $195
- Couple Sessions $250
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- I provide a superbill for out-of-network insurance
Kristin S. Merrill
Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 518-0651
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY22402 Kristin S. Merrill
- In Practice for 29 years
- Attended California School of Professional Psychology, Graduated 2006
- Degree/Diploma from Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology Master of Arts, Marriage and Family Therapy / 1997
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Kristin S. Merrill
Psychologist, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (949) 518-0651
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Life Transitions
- Anxiety
- ADHD
Expertise
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Medication Management
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Asian
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Asian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Kristin S. Merrill
Psychologist, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (949) 518-0651