Therapists in Garden Grove, CA
Blake Kerr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92843
Hi there, I'm Blake, a licensed clinical social worker. I've helped people with many issues like anxiety, depression, personality disorders, grief, divorce, severe mental diagnoses, and many more. I am trained in many different therapies and tailor a plan to each patient, rather than tailoring a patient to a plan. In my view, people used to mostly lived in close-knit communities, which has eroded with the advances in transportation and technology. Most people have lost the social support our forebearers had. Mental Health Professionals have taken on this role and are an excellent resource to improve your well-being.
Hi there, I'm Blake, a licensed clinical social worker. I've helped people with many issues like anxiety, depression, personality disorders, grief, divorce, severe mental diagnoses, and many more. I am trained in many different therapies and tailor a plan to each patient, rather than tailoring a patient to a plan. In my view, people used to mostly lived in close-knit communities, which has eroded with the advances in transportation and technology. Most people have lost the social support our forebearers had. Mental Health Professionals have taken on this role and are an excellent resource to improve your well-being.
Janet A Vivero
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92845
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a bilingual/bicultural (Spanish speaking) psychologist with an extensive history working with diverse, multicultural populations.
I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological testing for young children, adolescents, and adults and provide psychotherapy for relationship issues, family functioning, parenting, sexuality, trauma, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
As a psychologist I believe in forming a trusting partnership and establishing a safe and comfortable space for self-exploration.
Your involvement in therapy can be a means for exploring ways to improve the quality of your life and of your relationships. I believe transformation is possible through understanding, healing, support, and connectedness."
I'm a bilingual/bicultural (Spanish speaking) psychologist with an extensive history working with diverse, multicultural populations.
I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological testing for young children, adolescents, and adults and provide psychotherapy for relationship issues, family functioning, parenting, sexuality, trauma, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
As a psychologist I believe in forming a trusting partnership and establishing a safe and comfortable space for self-exploration.
Your involvement in therapy can be a means for exploring ways to improve the quality of your life and of your relationships. I believe transformation is possible through understanding, healing, support, and connectedness."
Nicole Lapointe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92843
Hi there, I'm Nicole! Therapy is an opportunity for self-discovery, empowerment, and healing. I work with various issues, including depression, anxiety, parenting, life transitions, and stress. I specialize in HIV/STD support, women's health, and older adults/ seniors. My goal is to help you recognize that you have all the tools and strength to develop and manage all of your challenges. I will work alongside you at your pace, providing a safe space to feel heard, understood, and supported in your growth.
Hi there, I'm Nicole! Therapy is an opportunity for self-discovery, empowerment, and healing. I work with various issues, including depression, anxiety, parenting, life transitions, and stress. I specialize in HIV/STD support, women's health, and older adults/ seniors. My goal is to help you recognize that you have all the tools and strength to develop and manage all of your challenges. I will work alongside you at your pace, providing a safe space to feel heard, understood, and supported in your growth.
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Norman Alberto Quintero
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92806
My areas of practice includes marriage counseling, relationship assessment, education and counseling for couples, individuals and blending families, job transition, treatment of sex, drugs, alcohol, and gambling addictions.
I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and strongly believe that as a therapist my job is to be the fellow traveler of those that seek the road of recovery of whatever their challenges might be. I have great respect for those individuals that seek to overcome life challenges that impair their lives and have the determination to reach out for help. I am also a Christian Pastor, who clearly predicates inclusiveness and love without any trace of judgement, welcoming all and embracing diversity.
My areas of practice includes marriage counseling, relationship assessment, education and counseling for couples, individuals and blending families, job transition, treatment of sex, drugs, alcohol, and gambling addictions.
I enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and strongly believe that as a therapist my job is to be the fellow traveler of those that seek the road of recovery of whatever their challenges might be. I have great respect for those individuals that seek to overcome life challenges that impair their lives and have the determination to reach out for help. I am also a Christian Pastor, who clearly predicates inclusiveness and love without any trace of judgement, welcoming all and embracing diversity.
Claire Franke
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Santa Ana, CA 92701
My name is Claire Franke and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) working statewide in California via telehealth. I work with adults and seniors, specializing in anxiety, depression, grief/loss, couples counseling, chronic illness, and clients or family members impacted by substance abuse issues.
My name is Claire Franke and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) working statewide in California via telehealth. I work with adults and seniors, specializing in anxiety, depression, grief/loss, couples counseling, chronic illness, and clients or family members impacted by substance abuse issues.
Ken Kaiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92867
Hello everyone, my name is Ken Kaiser. I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been working as a therapist for over 20 years. I treat all ages, from children to seniors. I see clients of all ages. The areas I am most helpful are people with anxiety, depression, attention problems, obsessive compulsive issues, anger, marital concerns, and sexual issues. I have a compassionate approach using multiple modalities to help people accomplish their therapy goals. Primarily I use a cognitive behavioral approach but use what every would be most helpful and am comfortable with spirituality.
Hello everyone, my name is Ken Kaiser. I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been working as a therapist for over 20 years. I treat all ages, from children to seniors. I see clients of all ages. The areas I am most helpful are people with anxiety, depression, attention problems, obsessive compulsive issues, anger, marital concerns, and sexual issues. I have a compassionate approach using multiple modalities to help people accomplish their therapy goals. Primarily I use a cognitive behavioral approach but use what every would be most helpful and am comfortable with spirituality.
Amy Field
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAS
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Trying to solve a problem with the same mind that created is difficult to do alone. Lets solve it together. Have you experienced many failed relationships and continue wondering how you got here again? Are you or your mate coping with sex addiction. Having relationship struggles? Do you need support with grief, loss or managing depression or anxiety feelings? Is your or a family member's drinking or drug use out of control? There is hope. As well as a Licensed Marriage Family therapist I am certified in addictions counseling and have 37 years experience working in the addiction field.
Trying to solve a problem with the same mind that created is difficult to do alone. Lets solve it together. Have you experienced many failed relationships and continue wondering how you got here again? Are you or your mate coping with sex addiction. Having relationship struggles? Do you need support with grief, loss or managing depression or anxiety feelings? Is your or a family member's drinking or drug use out of control? There is hope. As well as a Licensed Marriage Family therapist I am certified in addictions counseling and have 37 years experience working in the addiction field.
Selena Kradolfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
I choose to practice trauma-informed care because intention and corrective experiences are important aspects of healing. As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I provide psychotherapy for youth and adults of all ages in individual, couples and family sessions. I value helping clients identify strategies they can apply towards stressors that are impacting their lives in order to experience relief from suffering, develop communication skills, practice healthy coping skills, and improve confidence. I love championing my clients towards their best selves, while contributing encouragement, empathy, and hope for a bright future!
I choose to practice trauma-informed care because intention and corrective experiences are important aspects of healing. As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I provide psychotherapy for youth and adults of all ages in individual, couples and family sessions. I value helping clients identify strategies they can apply towards stressors that are impacting their lives in order to experience relief from suffering, develop communication skills, practice healthy coping skills, and improve confidence. I love championing my clients towards their best selves, while contributing encouragement, empathy, and hope for a bright future!
Kathlyn P Perez-Stable
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (Online Only)
I am sober, queer, and in a power-exchange lesbian marriage.
If you are looking for authentic support for sexuality (kink/fetish, leather) relationship support (non-traditional, vanilla/non-vanilla) divorce, LGBTQIA+ relationships, recovery from substance use disorder, manage anxiety, treat depression, experience deeper personal growth, increase self-esteem, or simply wanting to explore who you are and how you work, I'm here to provide you with the support you are seeking. I provide support to individuals and couples to help create a more vibrant, satisfying life experience.
I am sober, queer, and in a power-exchange lesbian marriage.
If you are looking for authentic support for sexuality (kink/fetish, leather) relationship support (non-traditional, vanilla/non-vanilla) divorce, LGBTQIA+ relationships, recovery from substance use disorder, manage anxiety, treat depression, experience deeper personal growth, increase self-esteem, or simply wanting to explore who you are and how you work, I'm here to provide you with the support you are seeking. I provide support to individuals and couples to help create a more vibrant, satisfying life experience.
Danny Ertman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92804
My name is Danny Ertman. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked with individuals of all ages as well as couples with varied sexual orientations and cultures. Working with men and couples is what I do the most of, including groups. I've helped people with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and much more. I utilize a variety of approaches. Beginning with empathic listening and establishing trust, to trauma/trigger identification and redirection, emotional exploration and expression, life purpose and spiritual beliefs. My approach is fluid to keep pace with the client/therapist process.
My name is Danny Ertman. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked with individuals of all ages as well as couples with varied sexual orientations and cultures. Working with men and couples is what I do the most of, including groups. I've helped people with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and much more. I utilize a variety of approaches. Beginning with empathic listening and establishing trust, to trauma/trigger identification and redirection, emotional exploration and expression, life purpose and spiritual beliefs. My approach is fluid to keep pace with the client/therapist process.
Cecilia McKay
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD , MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tustin, CA 92780
In Marriage and Family Therapy, I work with individuals, couples and families struggling with relationship problems, anxiety, trauma and emotional pain that hinder the quality of their lives. Adolescence can be a turbulent time. I have worked with teenagers for 17 years in youth ministry helping them find answers to spiritual questions as well as helping them with depression, anxiety and self- esteem issues. As a lawyer and certified court mediator, I also have experience in working with families and couples, guiding them to peaceful dispute resolutions to their problems.
In Marriage and Family Therapy, I work with individuals, couples and families struggling with relationship problems, anxiety, trauma and emotional pain that hinder the quality of their lives. Adolescence can be a turbulent time. I have worked with teenagers for 17 years in youth ministry helping them find answers to spiritual questions as well as helping them with depression, anxiety and self- esteem issues. As a lawyer and certified court mediator, I also have experience in working with families and couples, guiding them to peaceful dispute resolutions to their problems.
Antoinette M Eimers
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, CST, ISST, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tustin, CA 92780
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and I earned my Doctorate in Psychology in 2003. I am also a Certified Sandplay Therapist and I specialize in working with Children and Adolescents since I started my practice. I began my career at Orange County Mental Health, Children and Youth Services in Santa Ana back in 1998 and started my own private practice in 2003. I have worked with Adults in a group for the past ten years with Larry Hedges, PhD as well as in private practice. I have a unique perspective towards therapy and would enjoy meeting with you.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and I earned my Doctorate in Psychology in 2003. I am also a Certified Sandplay Therapist and I specialize in working with Children and Adolescents since I started my practice. I began my career at Orange County Mental Health, Children and Youth Services in Santa Ana back in 1998 and started my own private practice in 2003. I have worked with Adults in a group for the past ten years with Larry Hedges, PhD as well as in private practice. I have a unique perspective towards therapy and would enjoy meeting with you.
Nasrin Vossough
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
Dr. Nasrin Vossough is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience. I enjoy working with individuals 18 and older. I would like to help you to be more enthusiastic and optimistic about life. I enjoy working with adults overcoming life challenges and obstacles through mindfulness, relationship building, stress management, awerness, and much more.
Dr. Nasrin Vossough is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years of experience. I enjoy working with individuals 18 and older. I would like to help you to be more enthusiastic and optimistic about life. I enjoy working with adults overcoming life challenges and obstacles through mindfulness, relationship building, stress management, awerness, and much more.
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Tustin, CA 92780
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.
Through the Sea Marriage & Family Counseling Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Through the Sea offers professional licensed therapists and compassionate certified Biblical counselors to help you navigate your life. We provide couples, individual, child, and family counseling. Specialities include depression, anxiety, ptsd, domestic abuse and sexual trauma, infidelity recovery, parenting, spiritual issues, or simply adjusting to changes in life.
Through the Sea offers professional licensed therapists and compassionate certified Biblical counselors to help you navigate your life. We provide couples, individual, child, and family counseling. Specialities include depression, anxiety, ptsd, domestic abuse and sexual trauma, infidelity recovery, parenting, spiritual issues, or simply adjusting to changes in life.
Lori Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Placentia, CA 92870
Hello, my name is Lori Davis. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in psychotherapy with a specialty in geriatrics. I feel it is an honor to assist clients as a supportive, collaborative, and empathetic facilitator in mental health, emotional well-being, and developing resilience. I typically work with adults, seniors, and couples dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, health, grief, loss, and parenting issues.
Hello, my name is Lori Davis. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in psychotherapy with a specialty in geriatrics. I feel it is an honor to assist clients as a supportive, collaborative, and empathetic facilitator in mental health, emotional well-being, and developing resilience. I typically work with adults, seniors, and couples dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, health, grief, loss, and parenting issues.
Eve Silverman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92866
Do you find that your identity has been strongly defined by your athletic career? Are you dealing with an injury that’s keeping you from participating in the sport you love or competing at the level you once were at? Do you wonder who you are apart from athletics now that you are nearing the end of your athletic career? Do you miss your sport now that you have retired or no longer play at the same competitive level? As a retired collegiate athlete myself, I know that being an athlete shapes your identity in a profound way. I’m here to explore how athletics has shaped who you are, even amidst adversity and challenges.
Do you find that your identity has been strongly defined by your athletic career? Are you dealing with an injury that’s keeping you from participating in the sport you love or competing at the level you once were at? Do you wonder who you are apart from athletics now that you are nearing the end of your athletic career? Do you miss your sport now that you have retired or no longer play at the same competitive level? As a retired collegiate athlete myself, I know that being an athlete shapes your identity in a profound way. I’m here to explore how athletics has shaped who you are, even amidst adversity and challenges.
Robert D. Simpson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
North Tustin, CA 92705
Although I see most of my clients individually, my wife, Joyce, and I often work together providing individuals and couples with the uniqueness of dual perspectives and complementary approaches. I treat co-occurring problems such as relational (communication issues), trauma, anxiety, & depression. Addiction, in all its forms, including gambling, are targets of mine. I am considered a specialist in Family Recovery/Resiliency. We work closely with practitioners in integrative medicine for pain & addiction management In addition, I have been honored as a DOD Military Family LIfe Consultant & Critical Incident Stress Responder
Although I see most of my clients individually, my wife, Joyce, and I often work together providing individuals and couples with the uniqueness of dual perspectives and complementary approaches. I treat co-occurring problems such as relational (communication issues), trauma, anxiety, & depression. Addiction, in all its forms, including gambling, are targets of mine. I am considered a specialist in Family Recovery/Resiliency. We work closely with practitioners in integrative medicine for pain & addiction management In addition, I have been honored as a DOD Military Family LIfe Consultant & Critical Incident Stress Responder
Dr. Rick Gastil
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92866
Are you currently struggling? - With your emotions? - Your relationships? - Your life? - Do you keep repeating the same mistakes? - Do you know why? - Or how to stop? - Help is available! - I'd be happy to give you a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit. - You can review my practice details below. I have over 40 years of experience with proven results. But that doesn't mean I'm the best for You. Take time to research this site's therapists. Talk to us until you find that one that feels right, knowledgeable and comfortable to YOU! . . More about my background? Very briefly, I ...
Are you currently struggling? - With your emotions? - Your relationships? - Your life? - Do you keep repeating the same mistakes? - Do you know why? - Or how to stop? - Help is available! - I'd be happy to give you a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we're a good fit. - You can review my practice details below. I have over 40 years of experience with proven results. But that doesn't mean I'm the best for You. Take time to research this site's therapists. Talk to us until you find that one that feels right, knowledgeable and comfortable to YOU! . . More about my background? Very briefly, I ...
Melanie Delanoy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
My primary focus is helping individuals establish healthy perceptions of themselves while strengthening their relationships with others. I have extensive training & expertise in the treatment of eating disorders and support a HAES (Health at Every Size) perspective. Working with clients across all age spans, my practice treats a variety of psychological issues including mood & anxiety disorders, family conflicts & parenting challenges. To support individuals & their families experiencing cognitive decline, I am passionate about the Bredesen ReCODE program.
My primary focus is helping individuals establish healthy perceptions of themselves while strengthening their relationships with others. I have extensive training & expertise in the treatment of eating disorders and support a HAES (Health at Every Size) perspective. Working with clients across all age spans, my practice treats a variety of psychological issues including mood & anxiety disorders, family conflicts & parenting challenges. To support individuals & their families experiencing cognitive decline, I am passionate about the Bredesen ReCODE program.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.