
Suzanne Koch Eckenrode
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, BACC, ICGC-II, CCGC-II
Verified by Psychology Today
24953 Paseo De Valencia, Suite 24B, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Let's Connect (619) 405-6180

Are you anxious, overwhelmed, or out of control? I can help you take back your life & find serenity through overcoming your gambling problems, co-dependency, trauma, anxiety & depression. Through therapy, you will find relief from the struggles that impede your creating the life & relationships you want & deserve. I also help couples come together to resolve their problems, halt unhealthy patterns, & appreciate one another. And, I work with family members to understand & deal with gambling problems & high functioning ASD in adults while finding peace, strength, tools, support & ways to care for themselves.

Using attachment focused EMDR, a highly researched & effective therapy, I can help resolve your issues quicker than traditional talk-therapy. I provide free counseling to individuals struggling with & affected by gambling problems. As an expert & BACC, I offer Supervision, Consultation, Trainings & Expert Witness Testimony on gambling-related issues & cases.
Through a caring, direct & interactive approach, I will help you heal your mental, emotional, physical & relationship struggles. Together we will Identify your underlying negative beliefs, process your pain & find the tools and connections you need to transform & appreciate your unique self, create & reach your goals, & build healthier relationships.
Call or Email
Suzanne Koch Eckenrode
now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 405-6180
Let's Connect (619) 405-6180

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $160
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by Cash, Check, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle
Insurance
- Cigna and Evernorth
- I will provide a superbill for your insurance co.
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (619) 405-6180

Suzanne Koch Eckenrode
Marriage & Family Therapist,
LMFT,
BACC,
ICGC-II,
CCGC-II
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / MFC 43046
- In Practice for 23 Years
- Certificate from California Council on Problem Gambling CCGC II #307 / 2004
- Certificate from International Gambling Certification Board BACC 1300, ICGC II 609 / 2005
- Attended Montana State University, Graduated 2000
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Gambling
- Anxiety
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Addiction
- Bipolar Disorder
- Codependency
- Depression
- Divorce
- Dual Diagnosis
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Families of High Functioning Adults with ASD
- Grief
- Internet Addiction
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
,
Couples
,
Group
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
,
Couples
,
Group
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Expert Witness Testimony for Gambling cases
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Supervision & Consultation for PG clinicians
- Trauma Focused
Groups
Recovery Groups for Problem Gamblers & Loved Ones

Wherever you are on your recovery path from problem gambling, this open group provides information, insight, coping tools, and skills in a supportive and encouraging environment. Loved ones of gamblers are also welcome. The groups are covered by a State-funded program so there is no cost to members. Please call, text or email for more information or to schedule an assessment for the group. Mens Group: Monday 5:30-6:30pm. Womens Group: Monday 6:30-7:30pm.
Expertise
Gambling
Types of Therapy
Integrative
Age
Adults
Group Meets
Every Mon 5:30 P.M. - 6:30 P.M.
Location
24953 Paseo De Valencia, Suite 24B
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Email Suzanne Koch Eckenrode about this group or call - (619) 405-6180
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 405-6180

Suzanne Koch Eckenrode
Marriage & Family Therapist,
LMFT,
BACC,
ICGC-II,
CCGC-II
Last Modified: 20 Mar 2023