Spirituality Therapists in Irvine, CA

Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.

Struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues? Do you want to have better relationships with your families and loved ones? Is your child struggling with school/family related issues such as test anxiety, bullying or stress from divorce? I can help! I believe that it's often necessary to challenge my clients and work within their pasts, to assist them in finding the root of their issues and not simply masking the symptoms. I develop highly personalized coping skills with my clients and create a warm, caring environment to assist them in engaging, in the sometimes uncomfortable processes of therapy.

Certified in DBT and EMDR providing individual and group therapy to help with symptoms related to anxiety, depression, PTSD, self destructive behaviors, childhood trauma, that is impacting your adult life. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all, let me assess what is going on for you and learn about the areas of stress in your life. I use a variety of methods including Mindfulness, Emotionally Focused therapy, Trauma focused, and CBD.

Do you have daily challenges surrounding food, body image, and exercise? Are traumatic experiences from your past shaping your current relationships and life choices, creating further challenges? Are you experiencing anxiety surrounding sports performance due to injuries in your past? Do you struggle with integrating faith into your life, and want to deepen your relationship to God? I am an EMDR Certified Therapist, and I specialize in eating disorders, sports performance anxiety, and Christian therapy. If you are struggling with any of these issues, I can be of help.

No matter what you’re seeking, whether it’s overcoming worries, desiring more out of life, reducing stress in relationships, or becoming a more refined version of yourself, it’s helpful to have an ally throughout the journey. I believe that people have within them the creativity, strengths, and solutions to become who and what they want to be. My style is integrative which aims to address each person’s unique experience through a wide variety of psychotherapies and tools.

When you feel stuck or overwhelmed, you don't want to settle for generic solutions. I provide therapy that addresses your unique struggles so that you can move toward greater confidence and deeper connection. Maybe you're suffering from an unbearable loss or a painful past experience. Perhaps you feel disconnected and lonely. Maybe you feel lost at work because the pressure is too immense. Anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues... whatever the label may be, this isn't how you imagined your life. You feel better for a moment, but it doesn't last. You don't have to keep struggling like this.

I don't know that life ever works out exactly as we picture. As a therapist, I want to help others find practical, workable solutions to life's challenges while acknowledging their individual histories, family stories and future goals. Whether it is a child struggling with school peers, a teen faced with bullying or an adult navigating personal challenges, the resources needed to cope are found within the individual and are just waiting to be uncovered. I believe that you should guide your therapy experience and work toward goals that fit your life and values utilizing your strengths and beliefs.

Brooke Harper, AMFT, is a dedicated Associate Marriage and Family Therapist committed to guiding individuals through challenges and facilitating their journey to healing. Brooke draws from personal experiences to empathize with clients feeling broken or hesitant to seek help. She advocates for curiosity during times of hopelessness and emphasizes the support of friends, family, mental health professionals, and pets. Brooke brings a compassionate and comprehensive approach to therapy, making therapy accessible for clients Monday through Friday via telehealth.

I help individuals and couples improve the quality of their lives. I have been in private practice for over 30 years developing my craft. Sadly many people live far below their potential to experience love and happiness. The understanding that conditioning and unconscious training determine your perceptions and emotional reactions is the first step in the creation of new skills and emotional balance. My approach is a unique combination of cognitive restructuring and emotional integration leading to an improved awareness of possibilities both individually and in relationship. The ability to love and be loved is fundamental to a good life.

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with specialized experience treating trauma and anxiety disorders. My practice utilizes intentional listening and attunement, curiosity, and empathy, to guide and support my clients to identify beliefs that no longer serve them and help them recover from symptoms of stress, anxiety, difficult life changes/transitions, women’s issues, and trauma. I believe that transformation occurs when the body, mind and heart are working in unison and symbiotically, and it is my mission to use therapy as a tool to help clients achieve that.

I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist with over 16 years of experience in treating struggling adolescents, young adults and their families. My goal is to help teens, adults and families get through this often difficult period of life. I specifically focus on working with individuals whose lives have been affected by relationship problems, social issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, panic disorder, drug issues, school related issues, anger, self esteem, mood disorders, sexual issues, and personal growth.

When life feels harder than it should, there's always a reason. Unsettling events, whether past or present, can make daily life difficult. If you feel like you're doing more surviving than thriving, I'm here to help. I work from a trauma model, which looks at the impact of events on the way we think, feel, and act in the present. Abuse, lack of nurture, or catastrophic events can significantly impact normal functioning. Life gets better, and I work hard everyday to move people toward hope and healing.

I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist. I truly understand how difficult it can be to ask for help. Many feel uncomfortable & anxious when seeking help from a counselor about such sensitive & personal issues. It takes courage and faith to reach out. I believe together we will find real solutions to your struggles.

Jared Wilke, Psy.D., is a licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of California. He is currently practicing at Family Counseling Center, which has served the North County community in outpatient counseling for over 25 years. Dr. Wilke enjoys working with teenagers and young adults, their families, as well individuals and people seeking marital therapy. **Please note that currently for residents of Texas, I am only able to do appointments by video/phone. These options are also available for residents of California if needed or requested.

With over two decades of versatile experience, I bring a wealth of expertise in the field of therapeutic services. My career has encompassed a wide array of settings, including government-operated direct outpatient clinics, private practice clinics, faith community, couple’s relationship clinic, adult residential care, long-term care, skilled nursing facilities, forensic settings, and government-contracted outpatient clinics.

We are living through extremely challenging times and so many people are struggling with anxiety, depression, loss of hope, and sense of loneliness. I am here to help people walk through these challenging times so that they can learn to not only survive, but thrive, and lead the happiest life possible. I have a passion to help those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and relationship issues. My other strengths include: work problems, family problems, self-esteem issues, trauma, PTSD, addiction, childhood issues, spiritual identity, sexual identity, and many others.

Anxious? Overwhelmed? Just a little? Feeling exhausted with it all? Are relationships on edge? There's a lot to deal with while managing your response to our chaotic world, not to mention your day to day life. It can be hard to function when your nervous system is tipping into fight, flight, and survival responses. Distress from the past can re-emerge. You may find yourself isolated and lonely. Moments like this are ripe for deep work and healing. I specialize in holistic, body-oriented approaches to anxiety, healing, and relationships that can deliver tools you need most and help resolve old wounds.

Depression is a monster. In the majority of cases, anxiety co-exists with depression making it even more debilitating for the individual. While there may be similarities in stories, each person's experience is very unique. That is why it is critical to work with the uniqueness of each person's experience to create the desired outcome of having joy and peace again in life. I've worked with people from a variety of employment settings who initially found it difficult to come to therapy but were so thankful that they did. I've seen lives completely turn around. Positive Change can occur. NEVER give up! Invest in yourself!

Therapy can be an effective tool for overcoming emotional and psychological challenges that arise in your life. Therapy helps to uncover what keeps you there and move you towards a happier and healthier life. Everyone can heal their past and create a brighter future.