Therapists in Orange County, CA

Do you feel overwhelmed with the never-ending stressors that life keeps throwing at you? Are you struggling to feel happy and live authentically in your everyday life? Is it hard for you to have healthy relationships with friends and family because you feel stuck and exhausted? Are you wanting to make a career change, but have no idea where to start? That's why I'm here! It is so scary even thinking about where to start and taking the leap to reach out for help is the first step. I am here to guide you!

We all want to feel more secure, stable, and essentially "good enough," but the uncertainties of life can throw us off balance. We are not broken. I believe that therapy provides the much-needed insight and awareness to help us on the journey of growth and self-acceptance. It is through this therapeutic relationship that we can transform our perceptions of ourselves and develop more positive coping skills, better self-care, and new thought patterns. It is my passion to create a warm, calm, safe space in which clients feel comfortable exploring the negative thoughts and stressful situations life can bring.

I am a Therapist with 8 years of experience and two Masters from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor's from UC Berkeley. I have an absolute passion for working with people who are experiencing issues in their sex life, their relationship, those with chronic pain or chronic health conditions, and people who are struggling with work or school and need guidance.

My coaching specializes in helping those suffering from ADHD and need guidance navigating their life, career, and relationships. You struggle with organization, time management, focus, and impulsivity. Seeking a non-judgmental coach with expertise, you desire self-awareness, acceptance, and tools to thrive. Your goals include improving your work, relationships, self-esteem, and overall well-being, achieving success despite your ADHD.

I have over 20 years of experience working with children and families and have been a licensed therapist for 11 years. I began my career working with children and families in the foster care and dependency system. I went on to work in Adoptions and found it very rewarding. I have provided individual counseling to children, adolescents, adults and older adults.

I work with creatives who making a living from their craft. You may be building your career, considering a complete career shift, or struggling with self-doubt, perfectionism, and/or isolation. Regardless of where you are, the future unknowns can be unsettling. Bravely following your passion projects while supporting yourself and others can be both exhilarating and frightening. I specialize in working with individuals with ADHD, creatives, entrepreneurs, and professionals in music and entertainment. As a former entertainment industry professional, I love working on a deeper level with my clients.

Are you masking your true feelings? Sometimes the way you present yourself outside may differ from how you feel inside. You are the only one that knows how you feel. But, sometimes, you need a guide to help you to explore your internal feelings and emotions. Self-exploration takes a lot of courage, a safe space, and a compassionate and supportive guide to walk with you through your journey of understanding yourself and the healing process.

My name is Katrina Blackwell and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, and life transitions, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Life Coaching to help my clients make progress and reach their personal goals. My approach to therapy is based on the needs of each client I work with. I select the modality that will help determine the client’s mindset and thought patterns, allowing myself and the client to develop steps toward goal attainment.

Hello, my name is Derek Nunn and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of California. My approach to our collaboration is a solution-focused therapeutic approach revolving around you being the expert with your desired outcomes and my use of specific questions to help identify and amplify strengths, skills, and resources moving you in the direction of your preferred future. Each session is driven by you as we will address your best hopes for each conversation to encourage a respectful collaboration between the two of us.

My career journey spans diverse fields, culminating in my passion for helping individuals explore their life's passions. With a background in education and a transition into medical social work and therapy, I bring a wealth of experience to the table. Whether it's work, health, relationships, or community resources, I'm here to advocate and guide you through life's challenges.

As an award-winning, highly compassionate, AND results-driven clinical psychologist, I've 28 + years of experience in: 1. Diagnostics 2. Assessment-based executive, career & organizational coaching. 3. All areas of leadership. 4. Gifted 5. Brain Enhancement and Emotional Self-Regulation. You are struggling or just looking for peace and joy. I apply Positive Psychology, Transformational Thinking & Mindfulness to business and personal results. You really can have what you want, & you deserve it. Specialties: Executives/Mgmt., cultural diversity, entertainment healthcare, VC and banking industries, and anyone who hungry to learn.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in California, specializing in individual and group therapy. I have over 20 years of experience providing services to adults and adolescents including case management, individual and group therapy. I work with clients using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and other modalities to help them learn how to recognize and change unhealthy or painful patterns in their lives.

We all go through emotional storms where we feel emotionally and physically stuck; we worry too much and lose control of ourselves. Do you find yourself thrown off balance by your childhood trauma? Childhood traumatic experiences such as abandonment, abuse, and neglect lead to social anxiety. My approach is solution-focused and tailored to your needs and goals. I am committed to providing a profound sense of safety and offering compassionate and actionable guidance to all my clients.

Are you having relationship difficulties? Do you feel stuck/hopeless? Are you suffering from a loss? Are you struggling with a life transition? Maybe you have days where you feel totally alone, overwhelmed or misunderstood. You may be holding all of this inside or maybe you've tried to talk to friends or family, but just end up confused. You don't have to struggle with this by yourself. I'd like to help guide you through your struggles and help you to find the true joy in living again (or maybe for the first time).

My mission is to help you create hope, purpose, and meaning in your life while having healthy relationships and achieving your dreams. You might be reading this after a fight or a breakup with your partner and need help understanding these out-of-control emotions. Maybe you're struggling to try to find that partner in the first place, or that career, purpose, and motivation. Tired of dealing with the same intrusive and anxious thoughts taking up your days and keeping you up at night while feeling stuck in the same place. But, you're ready for a change. Together, we can create that change and start building the life you deserve.

Struggling with addiction and feel rehab isn’t an option? Leaving your family, job, school and responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy and on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard-feelings of fear, failure, guilt, and shame. You may have tried stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful behavior. Breaking this cycle alone is tough! Counseling may be more effective for you than rehab. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.

Accepting new clients for telehealth! Hey there, my name is Breanna and I'm here to help. I work with teens and young adults who are struggling to with stress/anxiety, depressive thoughts/feelings, low self-esteem, social/relationship difficulties, career challenges, and life transitions. Life can be hard! I'm here to come alongside you and partner with you to develop new insights, see things from a fresh perspective, challenge you, offer support, learn some effective coping skills, and walk with you on this journey towards feeling better. You deserve to feel better!

Life challenges affect everyone, whether you are a stay-at-home parent, working professional, or college student. Most of us are trying to manage our relationships, family, work, and self-care. These competing demands can undoubtedly be stressful. Whether you’re choosing your next career move, navigating a breakup, or deciding to have a baby, therapy can help with any change or transition you are experiencing. My clients often come to me with busy schedules, valuing the benefits of self-exploration and depth-oriented work. They know there's room for personal growth, and they seek a seasoned psychologist ready to support them.

Frustrated with your: relationship? sex life? child? I am trained in 2nd level, Gottman Method, a specialty that started with couples. John Gottman, the author of, "7 Principles of Marriage," is known for predicting divorce with 90% accuracy, has been influential over my career. The Gottman Method has transformed my practice to focusing on couples, parenting, and children. If you're looking for guidance through a challenging situation with your children, partner or anyone else, I look forward to working with you to accomplish your goals.