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Julie Rabbani
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Hills, CA 92653  (Online Only)
Julie is a psychology enthusiast and dedicated professional deeply committed to assisting individuals through challenges including trauma, depression, and anxiety. Her expertise spans diverse groups, highlighting her adaptability in providing support. Staying current with the latest therapeutic methods. As an active member of both CAMFT (California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists) and AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy), Julie actively engages in the broader therapy community, continually evolving as a compassionate and effective mental health professional.
Julie is a psychology enthusiast and dedicated professional deeply committed to assisting individuals through challenges including trauma, depression, and anxiety. Her expertise spans diverse groups, highlighting her adaptability in providing support. Staying current with the latest therapeutic methods. As an active member of both CAMFT (California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists) and AAMFT (American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy), Julie actively engages in the broader therapy community, continually evolving as a compassionate and effective mental health professional.
(949) 785-0835 View (949) 785-0835
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Bryan Vasquez
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CATCIII
Verified Verified
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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.
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.
(657) 315-1780 View (657) 315-1780
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Maggie Wegman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Beach, CA 92653
Love Yourself! Love Your Life! Looking for peace? Balance back in your life? Feeling lost? Scared? Angry? Life can be a continual roller coaster of ups, downs, changing, and evolving. These are all scary times. Let me help you restore a balance and understanding in your life that can bring you peace and better health. I love to help navigate personal life circumstances as well as career choices and situations. I have many years working in the business world as well as in the school districts. I can understand the stresses and struggles of daily family life as well as career life. It seems that every day presents us with challenges.
Love Yourself! Love Your Life! Looking for peace? Balance back in your life? Feeling lost? Scared? Angry? Life can be a continual roller coaster of ups, downs, changing, and evolving. These are all scary times. Let me help you restore a balance and understanding in your life that can bring you peace and better health. I love to help navigate personal life circumstances as well as career choices and situations. I have many years working in the business world as well as in the school districts. I can understand the stresses and struggles of daily family life as well as career life. It seems that every day presents us with challenges.
(949) 997-1770 View (949) 997-1770
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George Calin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Aliso Viejo, CA 92653  (Online Only)
Our goals in therapy are always to reduce suffering and increase happiness. Achieving this requires two essential components. First, we need awareness of how our minds work and how to help them heal. I bring that. And second, we need a willingness to look clearly at oneself and to allow new ways of thinking and acting to develop. That is the client's responsibility. Together, our job is to create a space that is open, trusting and full of genuine acceptance of whatever arises. From there it is almost certain that your life will change in welcome ways.
Our goals in therapy are always to reduce suffering and increase happiness. Achieving this requires two essential components. First, we need awareness of how our minds work and how to help them heal. I bring that. And second, we need a willingness to look clearly at oneself and to allow new ways of thinking and acting to develop. That is the client's responsibility. Together, our job is to create a space that is open, trusting and full of genuine acceptance of whatever arises. From there it is almost certain that your life will change in welcome ways.
(424) 408-1324 View (424) 408-1324
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Keira Merkovsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aliso Viejo, CA 92653
My commitment to my clients is to provide them with a welcoming place in which they can safely share their struggles and receive genuine support. People generally don't seek help from a therapist until they reach the point where their typical coping skills are no longer working. If you are at that point and need help discovering new methods to help you make it through life's challenges, I can help.
My commitment to my clients is to provide them with a welcoming place in which they can safely share their struggles and receive genuine support. People generally don't seek help from a therapist until they reach the point where their typical coping skills are no longer working. If you are at that point and need help discovering new methods to help you make it through life's challenges, I can help.
(949) 558-2541 View (949) 558-2541
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Gertrude Bonincontro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Woods, CA 92653
My name is Gertrude (Trudy) Bonincontro and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Doctorate in Counseling Psychology providing telehealth to adults in Northern California. I work with adults who are grieving the loss of their beloved one by having their grief witnessed. Grief is not something you get over, though, under, or around. Grief becomes a part of your life. I am a certified Grief Therapist and utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Narrative concepts to assist with managing grief symptoms of depression, anxiety, and anger.
My name is Gertrude (Trudy) Bonincontro and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Doctorate in Counseling Psychology providing telehealth to adults in Northern California. I work with adults who are grieving the loss of their beloved one by having their grief witnessed. Grief is not something you get over, though, under, or around. Grief becomes a part of your life. I am a certified Grief Therapist and utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Narrative concepts to assist with managing grief symptoms of depression, anxiety, and anger.
(510) 598-3527 View (510) 598-3527
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Sunny Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laguna Beach, CA 92653
I am a licensed therapist with professional experience helping clients with depression and other mood disorders, stress and anxiety, trauma, family and relationship conflict, and other important issues; and offer a variety of therapeutic interventions that will help clients in addressing the issues that led them to seek therapy. These interventions include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Intuitive Therapy techniques.
I am a licensed therapist with professional experience helping clients with depression and other mood disorders, stress and anxiety, trauma, family and relationship conflict, and other important issues; and offer a variety of therapeutic interventions that will help clients in addressing the issues that led them to seek therapy. These interventions include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Intuitive Therapy techniques.
(562) 545-4517 View (562) 545-4517
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Karen Aparcana
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Woods, CA 92653
Welcome, my name is Karen Aparcana and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I believe that all humans are capable of making positive changes in their lives and I would love to be a part of your process. My therapeutic approach is a combination of Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy theories. I work with individuals to navigate depression, anxiety, and issues relating to past traumas. My therapeutic approach is a combination of Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy theories. My priority is to create a safe space for clients, and I do so by maintaining unconditional positive regard for my clients.
Welcome, my name is Karen Aparcana and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I believe that all humans are capable of making positive changes in their lives and I would love to be a part of your process. My therapeutic approach is a combination of Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy theories. I work with individuals to navigate depression, anxiety, and issues relating to past traumas. My therapeutic approach is a combination of Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy theories. My priority is to create a safe space for clients, and I do so by maintaining unconditional positive regard for my clients.
(760) 284-8282 View (760) 284-8282
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Julie Colfax
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Woods, CA 92653
Hello, I am Julie Pennington (previously Colfax) LMFT. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with people of all ages, levels of development, abilities, and stages of life. My focus is on you, your goals for yourself, and your family in the therapy space. The majority of the clients I see working to recover from trauma and minimize the impact or development of trauma responses (Acute Stress Disorder or PTSD), dealing with depression (bipolar or unipolar), anxiety, neuro-divergent and differently-abled, wanting to improve emotional management skills or work through substance use and addiction challenges.
Hello, I am Julie Pennington (previously Colfax) LMFT. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with people of all ages, levels of development, abilities, and stages of life. My focus is on you, your goals for yourself, and your family in the therapy space. The majority of the clients I see working to recover from trauma and minimize the impact or development of trauma responses (Acute Stress Disorder or PTSD), dealing with depression (bipolar or unipolar), anxiety, neuro-divergent and differently-abled, wanting to improve emotional management skills or work through substance use and addiction challenges.
(805) 600-8854 View (805) 600-8854
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April L King
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Beach, CA 92653  (Online Only)
Ready for a change but feel stuck? Email me so we can talk about your needs and determine if we are a good fit. I look forward to chatting soon!
Ready for a change but feel stuck? Email me so we can talk about your needs and determine if we are a good fit. I look forward to chatting soon!
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Julie Ray
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Woods, CA 92653
Hi, my name is Julie Ray, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Many of us have or are facing challenges in our lives whether they are current stresses, past distresses, or struggling with coping. My goal is to create a supportive environment for individuals to work towards their goals and start on a path of healing. We can face many challenges in our lives whether they are current stresses, past distresses, or trauma.
Hi, my name is Julie Ray, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Many of us have or are facing challenges in our lives whether they are current stresses, past distresses, or struggling with coping. My goal is to create a supportive environment for individuals to work towards their goals and start on a path of healing. We can face many challenges in our lives whether they are current stresses, past distresses, or trauma.
(562) 632-4617 View (562) 632-4617
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Erin Hulon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Aliso Viejo, CA 92653
Women suffering with trauma -There you are once again, holding back the tears and acting like everything is okay. Deep down you're wishing someone would see that you’re not. Maybe if people knew what you’ve been through, they’d stop telling you to just think positive. Perhaps you don’t even realize that you have been traumatized. You just know you need help because the anxiety is overwhelming and you’re tired of fighting hopeless thinking and depression all the time. I am here so you don’t have to feel helpless under the weight of these emotions.
Women suffering with trauma -There you are once again, holding back the tears and acting like everything is okay. Deep down you're wishing someone would see that you’re not. Maybe if people knew what you’ve been through, they’d stop telling you to just think positive. Perhaps you don’t even realize that you have been traumatized. You just know you need help because the anxiety is overwhelming and you’re tired of fighting hopeless thinking and depression all the time. I am here so you don’t have to feel helpless under the weight of these emotions.
(949) 522-7525 View (949) 522-7525
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Valerie Stephens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Life is more than just struggling to exist or survive. Allow therapy to be the bridge that teaches you how to overcome the problems you face and the loneliness you feel. I use the proven technique of Emotionally-Focused Therapy which quickly can bring changes that heal and restore your life and relationships. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, addiction, or any life burden that has you lost....come and take the next step to a better life and healthy connections.
Life is more than just struggling to exist or survive. Allow therapy to be the bridge that teaches you how to overcome the problems you face and the loneliness you feel. I use the proven technique of Emotionally-Focused Therapy which quickly can bring changes that heal and restore your life and relationships. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, addiction, or any life burden that has you lost....come and take the next step to a better life and healthy connections.
(949) 541-8841 View (949) 541-8841
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Esther Wang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Laguna Woods, CA 92653
Hi there, I'm Esther! Everyone can use extra support from time to time, and that's what I'm here for. I'm here to help. My approach is straightforward and client-driven. I work with a limited number of clients because I want to be authentically present for your process. Other things you might want to know: I received my MSW from CSU Long Beach. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 5 years, and have provided supervision to ASWs working on hours for their license. I'm a long-time ally of the LGBTQIA community. I am kink and sex-positive.
Hi there, I'm Esther! Everyone can use extra support from time to time, and that's what I'm here for. I'm here to help. My approach is straightforward and client-driven. I work with a limited number of clients because I want to be authentically present for your process. Other things you might want to know: I received my MSW from CSU Long Beach. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 5 years, and have provided supervision to ASWs working on hours for their license. I'm a long-time ally of the LGBTQIA community. I am kink and sex-positive.
(909) 310-8342 View (909) 310-8342
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MFT, Marriage & family Therapist. Certified Divorce Coach. Yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda teacher. Laughter yoga instructor. Life Coach “Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.”- Mahatma Gandhi . Let me guide you through your life to create this harmony for you. In my work with clients, I create a nonjudgmental, comfortable space where people can feel safe, heard, and understood. As a "Divorce Coach" I support you with co- parenting to have effective communication with your spouse and prevent traumatizing your children during the divorce process.
MFT, Marriage & family Therapist. Certified Divorce Coach. Yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda teacher. Laughter yoga instructor. Life Coach “Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.”- Mahatma Gandhi . Let me guide you through your life to create this harmony for you. In my work with clients, I create a nonjudgmental, comfortable space where people can feel safe, heard, and understood. As a "Divorce Coach" I support you with co- parenting to have effective communication with your spouse and prevent traumatizing your children during the divorce process.
(949) 444-2289 View (949) 444-2289
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Farah Ragan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Clients dealing with anxiety, depression, substance abuse and relationship issues. Helping people who wish to become better versions of themselves and improve interactions with others.
Clients dealing with anxiety, depression, substance abuse and relationship issues. Helping people who wish to become better versions of themselves and improve interactions with others.
(949) 676-8112 View (949) 676-8112
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Brigitte Crowell, MSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aliso Viejo, CA 92653  (Online Only)
Free Consultations! Let's connect. Anxiety and stress can easily make us feel overwhelmed and uncertain. Therapy provides a safe, healing space where you can breathe, restore, and even grow. Hi, I am Brigitte Crowell a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and restorative healing expert. For over 20 years my approach has combined the best of practical psychology and compassion-based mindfulness techniques - making restorative healing accessible, and then actionable. Why? Because I want to help you achieve healing - in other words: revitalization.
Free Consultations! Let's connect. Anxiety and stress can easily make us feel overwhelmed and uncertain. Therapy provides a safe, healing space where you can breathe, restore, and even grow. Hi, I am Brigitte Crowell a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and restorative healing expert. For over 20 years my approach has combined the best of practical psychology and compassion-based mindfulness techniques - making restorative healing accessible, and then actionable. Why? Because I want to help you achieve healing - in other words: revitalization.
(949) 299-1322 View (949) 299-1322
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Chandra Medina
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
I help men & women find freedom through emotional healing. As a therapist, I know that genuine connection is a powerful healer. I know what it's like to feel like no one understands what you are going through, to care for everyone else while your story gets lost in the background. Unfortunately, I had some really "not so good" experiences with therapists, which lit a fire in me to become for others what I wish I had. You deserve the same love and care that you give others. Most of the time the healing journey ends with a newfound relationship with yourself building the bridge to who you want to be.
I help men & women find freedom through emotional healing. As a therapist, I know that genuine connection is a powerful healer. I know what it's like to feel like no one understands what you are going through, to care for everyone else while your story gets lost in the background. Unfortunately, I had some really "not so good" experiences with therapists, which lit a fire in me to become for others what I wish I had. You deserve the same love and care that you give others. Most of the time the healing journey ends with a newfound relationship with yourself building the bridge to who you want to be.
(949) 998-4541 View (949) 998-4541
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PCIT Institute of Southern California
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Aliso Viejo, CA 92653
Is your child controlling your household with their demands, tantrums and power struggles? Are you feeling exhausted, out of control and defeated? Are you embarrassed in public and afraid that people see your child's behavior as your failure? Are you tired of fighting, struggling, and trying so hard, but getting nowhere?
Is your child controlling your household with their demands, tantrums and power struggles? Are you feeling exhausted, out of control and defeated? Are you embarrassed in public and afraid that people see your child's behavior as your failure? Are you tired of fighting, struggling, and trying so hard, but getting nowhere?
(949) 482-4367 View (949) 482-4367
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Jennifer Mercer-Castro Certified Emdr Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Waitlist for new clients
Are unmanageable emotions, disruptive symptoms or nagging beliefs getting in the way of relationships, work or your overall happiness? Have you been through a significant life event or a trauma that you feel unable to move past? Whether it’s one of life's big things or small things, therapy is a great place to unpack, process and heal.
Are unmanageable emotions, disruptive symptoms or nagging beliefs getting in the way of relationships, work or your overall happiness? Have you been through a significant life event or a trauma that you feel unable to move past? Whether it’s one of life's big things or small things, therapy is a great place to unpack, process and heal.
(949) 446-1817 View (949) 446-1817
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Number of Therapists in 92653

200+

Average cost per session

$175

Therapists in 92653 who prioritize treating:

93% Depression
93% Anxiety
69% Relationship Issues
66% Grief
66% Coping Skills
64% Self Esteem
64% Stress

Average years in practice

13 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

73% Aetna
70% Cigna and Evernorth
57% Blue Shield

How Therapists in 92653 see their clients

78% In Person and Online
22% Online Only

Gender breakdown

83% Female
17% Male