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Tom Choe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
My purpose is to provide you a safe place where we can meet and build a relationship of trust, based on talk and explore, together, the hurt, the confusion, feeling stuck, and and obstacles that keep you from finding healing, meaning, and a better life. I meet with individuals, couples, children, and families to work on issues concerning family of origin, relationships, identity, spirituality, depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, and more. Once we enter into the client-therapist relationship, my top priority is to be with you through the therapeutic process, and to support you as you begin taking steps towards living the life you desire.
My purpose is to provide you a safe place where we can meet and build a relationship of trust, based on talk and explore, together, the hurt, the confusion, feeling stuck, and and obstacles that keep you from finding healing, meaning, and a better life. I meet with individuals, couples, children, and families to work on issues concerning family of origin, relationships, identity, spirituality, depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, and more. Once we enter into the client-therapist relationship, my top priority is to be with you through the therapeutic process, and to support you as you begin taking steps towards living the life you desire.
(657) 286-7742 View (657) 286-7742
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W. Michael Organistko
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
Starting now, you can begin a new journey toward a brighter path for yourself – one filled with acceptance, growth, empowerment and well-being. I am inspired by the courage it takes to make a step toward bettering your life. You are already on your way to uncovering your potential and creating the life you want for yourself. Whatever obstacles and struggles someone may be going through in life, I consider it a privilege to help them deal with them. I understand that the clients I see are entrusting me to give them the right resources to guide them down a new path, with a new perspective, so they can achieve their own goals.
Starting now, you can begin a new journey toward a brighter path for yourself – one filled with acceptance, growth, empowerment and well-being. I am inspired by the courage it takes to make a step toward bettering your life. You are already on your way to uncovering your potential and creating the life you want for yourself. Whatever obstacles and struggles someone may be going through in life, I consider it a privilege to help them deal with them. I understand that the clients I see are entrusting me to give them the right resources to guide them down a new path, with a new perspective, so they can achieve their own goals.
(657) 298-4534 View (657) 298-4534
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Lisa Eaton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821  (Online Only)
:: CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS :: I believe that it takes courage to meet with a therapist, and I am sensitive to the journeys that lead people to my office. I utilize a friendly, collaborative approach in developing relationships with my clients. I feel that the most important change agent in the treatment process is the relationship between client and therapist. I strive to help my clients feel comfortable and safe, and help empower them to build skills to help manage stressors and overcome obstacles. I use a strengths-based approach to help my clients move from where they are to where they want to be.
:: CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS :: I believe that it takes courage to meet with a therapist, and I am sensitive to the journeys that lead people to my office. I utilize a friendly, collaborative approach in developing relationships with my clients. I feel that the most important change agent in the treatment process is the relationship between client and therapist. I strive to help my clients feel comfortable and safe, and help empower them to build skills to help manage stressors and overcome obstacles. I use a strengths-based approach to help my clients move from where they are to where they want to be.
(562) 352-2120 View (562) 352-2120
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Clear Mind Counseling Nicole Payne, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
My experience enables me to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. I treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, children, and couples. Parenting is not an easy road to navigate. I am effective in helping parents learn new skills to help them manage behavioral concerns with children and teens; as well as teaching new strategies to children and teens to help improve cohesiveness within the family system. Traumatic events can feel paralyzing. I am passionate in working through trauma to help an individual to find their inner strength, and happiness again.
My experience enables me to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. I treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, children, and couples. Parenting is not an easy road to navigate. I am effective in helping parents learn new skills to help them manage behavioral concerns with children and teens; as well as teaching new strategies to children and teens to help improve cohesiveness within the family system. Traumatic events can feel paralyzing. I am passionate in working through trauma to help an individual to find their inner strength, and happiness again.
(562) 383-0493 View (562) 383-0493
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Dorothy Yeh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, Gottman
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
In my 18 years of practice, I've had the honor for helping many couples, as well as individuals with depression, anxiety and trauma. If you repeatedly fight over the similar things and feel disconnected in your relationship, I can help you! I am trained in Gottman's Method and love to work with couples to decrease disconnection and deepen intimacy. EMDR training gives me effective tools for treating depression, anxiety and trauma. I am also passionate to help second generation Asian Americans, bridging the cultural/generational gap between first and second generation. 我會說中文.
In my 18 years of practice, I've had the honor for helping many couples, as well as individuals with depression, anxiety and trauma. If you repeatedly fight over the similar things and feel disconnected in your relationship, I can help you! I am trained in Gottman's Method and love to work with couples to decrease disconnection and deepen intimacy. EMDR training gives me effective tools for treating depression, anxiety and trauma. I am also passionate to help second generation Asian Americans, bridging the cultural/generational gap between first and second generation. 我會說中文.
(657) 246-0003 View (657) 246-0003
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Spare Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
Our aim is to RESTORE HOPE and TRANSFORM LIVES to those seeking hope, healing and growth in addressing life challenges. Our goal is to cultivate emotional, physical, and spiritual healing that will allow clients to increase their ability to be in relationship with others. Our Marriage and Family Therapists and Registered Interns are available to serve you in many locations throughout Southern California. We offer a sliding scale for financially challenged persons. Please visit our website at www.SpareMinistries.org for more information.
Our aim is to RESTORE HOPE and TRANSFORM LIVES to those seeking hope, healing and growth in addressing life challenges. Our goal is to cultivate emotional, physical, and spiritual healing that will allow clients to increase their ability to be in relationship with others. Our Marriage and Family Therapists and Registered Interns are available to serve you in many locations throughout Southern California. We offer a sliding scale for financially challenged persons. Please visit our website at www.SpareMinistries.org for more information.
(714) 598-2295 View (714) 598-2295

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Evelyn Cruz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, Hablo , Espanol
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anaheim, CA 92802
I use a variety of psychological approaches in my practice, including faith base counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Eclectic, mindfulness, Art therapy, Play Therapy.
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Anna Vargas
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92801
Hello, I am Anna Vargas. I'm a graduate of Loyola Marymount University. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialty in Clinical Art Therapy. My focus is to help clients tap into their inner Superhero so they can conquer obstacles that come their way, whether it be stress, life transitions, relationship issues, working through family of origin, or trauma. Adults, Young adults, families, and Women's issues have been a focus in my practice, life transition, menopause issues, Relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress.
Hello, I am Anna Vargas. I'm a graduate of Loyola Marymount University. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialty in Clinical Art Therapy. My focus is to help clients tap into their inner Superhero so they can conquer obstacles that come their way, whether it be stress, life transitions, relationship issues, working through family of origin, or trauma. Adults, Young adults, families, and Women's issues have been a focus in my practice, life transition, menopause issues, Relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress.
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Caroline Paltin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92866
I have over 20 years experience as a Licensed Psychologist in private practice currently in Orange, specializing in treating complex trauma, abuse and PTSD, as well as depression, anxiety, grief/loss and life transition issues. I am a Gestalt practitioner and work with experiential and existential approaches with influences of Jungian and intersubjective relational theory. I incorporate art and imagery in creative healing work with adults, adolescents and children, including those living with Asperger's. I am passionate in exploring the unique and extraordinary qualities hidden within my clients, and guiding them toward a life of fascination curiosity and excitement.
I have over 20 years experience as a Licensed Psychologist in private practice currently in Orange, specializing in treating complex trauma, abuse and PTSD, as well as depression, anxiety, grief/loss and life transition issues. I am a Gestalt practitioner and work with experiential and existential approaches with influences of Jungian and intersubjective relational theory. I incorporate art and imagery in creative healing work with adults, adolescents and children, including those living with Asperger's. I am passionate in exploring the unique and extraordinary qualities hidden within my clients, and guiding them toward a life of fascination curiosity and excitement.
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Niccola Rosza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92665  (Online Only)
I utilize a holistic and integrative approach that offers a safe, supportive setting, using dream analysis, mindfulness, art therapy, journaling, meditation and other creative ways leading to an authentic and more rewarding life. From my studies under Rev. Kawakami, deputy head priest of Shunkoin Temple in Kyoto in Mindfulness and Zen Meditation, I have developed this therapeutic approach that treats, balances, and nourishes the mind, body, emotions, and soul. I use a variety of therapeutic perspectives and techniques including Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Jungian, and Mindfulness-based interventions.
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Julie Ray
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Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92805
Play and Art Therapy are utilized when working with children and teens to provide a more engaging space.
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.
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(562) 632-4617 View (562) 632-4617
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Sonnet Daymont
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92868  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
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Maribel Flores
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, APCC, Hablo, Espanol
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hacienda Heights, CA 91745  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
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Verified Verified
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Lynda Koliba
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Verified Verified
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Tara Cummiskey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868  (Online Only)
Welcome! Whatever has prompted you to search for a therapist, I am honored to be by your side during this journey. We, as humans, are meant to be connected. I believe we live in a dysfunctional society that hinders us from connecting to others and ourselves.
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Andrew Yuk Yeung Liu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
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Orange, CA 92868  (Online Only)
Coping with life's changes can be overwhelming, especially when societal, familial, and personal expectations weigh on you. We all aspire to lead fulfilling lives and find happiness once more, but we are often expected to be grateful, to stop complaining, and to not talk about our feelings. So many of us feel these challenges but believe we’re the only ones. I was born in Hong Kong and came to the U.S. during my teenage years. Learning a new culture and speaking a different language while expected to be successful. Having support makes a world of difference. 请在页面上按“中文”以中文阅读我的简介
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Rosa Carmona Gomez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anaheim, CA 92801
Hi there, I'm Rosa! My name is Rosa Gomez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over five years of experience as a clinician. I work with adults, adolescents, and children. I specialize in depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and trauma. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused interventions when working with the clients in order to assist them in improving their symptoms so they can live their best lives.
Hi there, I'm Rosa! My name is Rosa Gomez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over five years of experience as a clinician. I work with adults, adolescents, and children. I specialize in depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and trauma. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused interventions when working with the clients in order to assist them in improving their symptoms so they can live their best lives.
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Hannah Pasternak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Fullerton, CA 92832  (Online Only)
: : CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS : : I believe that seeking support for your current difficulties shows strength and courage. As a therapist, I provide a non-judgemental, empathetic, and warm environment to examine life's challenges. My aim is to provide spaces of safety, realness, and compassion to work collaboratively towards the goals you see for yourself. I use a strengths-based and skills-based approach to identify your concerns and create a constructive plan for your healing and moving forward. I have experience working with adolescents and adult clients navigating ADHD, adolescent behavior issues, anxiety,
: : CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS : : I believe that seeking support for your current difficulties shows strength and courage. As a therapist, I provide a non-judgemental, empathetic, and warm environment to examine life's challenges. My aim is to provide spaces of safety, realness, and compassion to work collaboratively towards the goals you see for yourself. I use a strengths-based and skills-based approach to identify your concerns and create a constructive plan for your healing and moving forward. I have experience working with adolescents and adult clients navigating ADHD, adolescent behavior issues, anxiety,
(714) 266-1634 View (714) 266-1634
Art Therapy

How does art therapy work?

The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?

Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?

The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?

Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.