Psychoanalytic Therapists in Fountain Valley, CA

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Joshua Kim
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified Verified
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
I utilize CBT, Bowenian Family Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman Family, Parts Therapy, and Psychodynamic/ psychoanalytic Therapy.
I work with the issues of depression, anxiety, family conflict, family dynamics, and Christian counseling. I work with clients on the root causes of problems towards internal transformation rather than simply eliminating or reducing their current symptoms.
I utilize CBT, Bowenian Family Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Gottman Family, Parts Therapy, and Psychodynamic/ psychoanalytic Therapy.
I work with the issues of depression, anxiety, family conflict, family dynamics, and Christian counseling. I work with clients on the root causes of problems towards internal transformation rather than simply eliminating or reducing their current symptoms.
(657) 387-0187 View (657) 387-0187
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Jeffrey Ly | Porn Addiction Relationships
LPHA, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Fountain Valley, CA 92708  (Online Only)
Pornography addiction can significantly impact your life and relationships but there is hope for recovery. I’m not just a mental health professional, I’ve been “you” for many years. I understand firsthand the personal struggles in your life and committed relationships that come with uncontrollable pornography use. The endless stream of attractive women a few clicks away on Pornhub, Onlyfan or Social Media is hard to quit even with all your willpower and promise to quit for the sake of your relationship
Pornography addiction can significantly impact your life and relationships but there is hope for recovery. I’m not just a mental health professional, I’ve been “you” for many years. I understand firsthand the personal struggles in your life and committed relationships that come with uncontrollable pornography use. The endless stream of attractive women a few clicks away on Pornhub, Onlyfan or Social Media is hard to quit even with all your willpower and promise to quit for the sake of your relationship
(714) 706-3768 View (714) 706-3768
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Karina Kazaryan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
My name is Karina Kazaryan. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my goal is to help individuals improve their relationships with loved ones, uncover their strengths, and acquire positive coping skills to lead a healthy life. I have been a psychotherapist since 2005, and during my years as a Therapist, I have worked with families, couples, and individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting problems. I also helped many people who have experienced trauma such as sexual, physical, and emotional abuse.
My name is Karina Kazaryan. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my goal is to help individuals improve their relationships with loved ones, uncover their strengths, and acquire positive coping skills to lead a healthy life. I have been a psychotherapist since 2005, and during my years as a Therapist, I have worked with families, couples, and individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting problems. I also helped many people who have experienced trauma such as sexual, physical, and emotional abuse.
(714) 360-0151 View (714) 360-0151
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Alen Arjad
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, CADC-I
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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.
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.
(949) 433-8597 View (949) 433-8597
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Michelle Taylor
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Accepting new clients/couples NOW- Online Video Therapy - Couples and individuals! I am a direct, tell-it-how-it-is therapist. I don't want you to be in therapy forever... we get straight to the root, do the work, get the skills you need and you become your own therapist. 8-10 sessions is the goal. If you're not ready to do the work, I'm not the therapist for you. But, if you're ready to step into courage and out of comfort, I'm ready to charge the storm with you. Couples like my straightforward approach, giving you the proven communication skills for healthier relationships. Do the hard, courageous thing and email me.
Accepting new clients/couples NOW- Online Video Therapy - Couples and individuals! I am a direct, tell-it-how-it-is therapist. I don't want you to be in therapy forever... we get straight to the root, do the work, get the skills you need and you become your own therapist. 8-10 sessions is the goal. If you're not ready to do the work, I'm not the therapist for you. But, if you're ready to step into courage and out of comfort, I'm ready to charge the storm with you. Couples like my straightforward approach, giving you the proven communication skills for healthier relationships. Do the hard, courageous thing and email me.
(562) 317-7556 View (562) 317-7556
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Alison Lynn Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Cannot find someone who takes your insurance? Frustrated with calling therapists and not receiving a call back or there being a schedule conflict? Insightful Matters may be the solution for you. Here, you call one number and you are taken care of. You have access to using your insurance if you wish, a full range of therapists to choose from, days & times, as well as specialities. You can check out our individual profiles here on psychology today and on our website at www.insightfulmatters.com.
Cannot find someone who takes your insurance? Frustrated with calling therapists and not receiving a call back or there being a schedule conflict? Insightful Matters may be the solution for you. Here, you call one number and you are taken care of. You have access to using your insurance if you wish, a full range of therapists to choose from, days & times, as well as specialities. You can check out our individual profiles here on psychology today and on our website at www.insightfulmatters.com.
(714) 654-1570 View (714) 654-1570
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Southern California Family Wellness
Psychologist, PhD, BCC
Verified Verified
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Are you overwhelmed/stressful due to a new situation in life? Are you struggling finding a right psychologist for you? Are you a busy, successful professional who has many things going on in your life but feeling empty inside and lack of purpose/direction in life? Have you been struggling with some of life issues/mental health issues for a while? Have you been thinking of working on these issues to achieve a well-balance life? Have your untreated mental health issues made a huge impact on your work or family life? Let's connect to work on ways to improve your health. I would like to partner with you on this journey.
Are you overwhelmed/stressful due to a new situation in life? Are you struggling finding a right psychologist for you? Are you a busy, successful professional who has many things going on in your life but feeling empty inside and lack of purpose/direction in life? Have you been struggling with some of life issues/mental health issues for a while? Have you been thinking of working on these issues to achieve a well-balance life? Have your untreated mental health issues made a huge impact on your work or family life? Let's connect to work on ways to improve your health. I would like to partner with you on this journey.
(949) 806-4489 View (949) 806-4489
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Kennia Torres Torres
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Welcome! Individuals/couples! I have 15-years of experience working/helping individuals/couples gain insight/hope, and a better outlook on their lives. I am driven to provide support and focus on helping individuals/couples, build internal strength and move forward in their lives. I provide a safe environment to address your life’s challenges/stressors/needs, issues with relationships/self-esteem, grief, codependency, anxiety/depression, PTSD/trauma, anger/poor coping, substance and motivation. Through therapy, I strive to help you gain insight to your thoughts, feelings/behaviors that influence your well-being and relationships.
Welcome! Individuals/couples! I have 15-years of experience working/helping individuals/couples gain insight/hope, and a better outlook on their lives. I am driven to provide support and focus on helping individuals/couples, build internal strength and move forward in their lives. I provide a safe environment to address your life’s challenges/stressors/needs, issues with relationships/self-esteem, grief, codependency, anxiety/depression, PTSD/trauma, anger/poor coping, substance and motivation. Through therapy, I strive to help you gain insight to your thoughts, feelings/behaviors that influence your well-being and relationships.
(714) 640-6419 View (714) 640-6419
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Joseph Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
My theoretical approach pulls from Cognitive Behavioral Theory and many successful techniques (humanistic, strategic, psychodynamic, and solution focused), which allows me to personally tailor your therapy session based upon your unique needs in an eclectic and integrated approach to therapy. Therapist flexibility is a valuable tool in helping my clients gain a balanced perspective on the life issues they are facing. I view therapy as a collaborative, sharing experience and seek to help my clients feel safe, comfortable, and truly understood.
My theoretical approach pulls from Cognitive Behavioral Theory and many successful techniques (humanistic, strategic, psychodynamic, and solution focused), which allows me to personally tailor your therapy session based upon your unique needs in an eclectic and integrated approach to therapy. Therapist flexibility is a valuable tool in helping my clients gain a balanced perspective on the life issues they are facing. I view therapy as a collaborative, sharing experience and seek to help my clients feel safe, comfortable, and truly understood.
(657) 216-6745 View (657) 216-6745
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Uyen Kha
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fountain Valley, CA 92708  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with figuring out what you want to do in life? Do you find yourself feeling the weight of negative thoughts and unable to shake them off? Has it become increasingly harder to do daily tasks? Or do you just need a little push in the right direction?
Are you struggling with figuring out what you want to do in life? Do you find yourself feeling the weight of negative thoughts and unable to shake them off? Has it become increasingly harder to do daily tasks? Or do you just need a little push in the right direction?
(818) 464-4326 View (818) 464-4326
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Gabriela Waring
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
I believe that, although we are not able to change our past, if we are able to reflect on it, learn from it and heal from it, we may then, be able to dramatically change our future… My name is Gabriela Waring and I am a Licensed Psychotherapist.
I believe that, although we are not able to change our past, if we are able to reflect on it, learn from it and heal from it, we may then, be able to dramatically change our future… My name is Gabriela Waring and I am a Licensed Psychotherapist.
(714) 278-4648 View (714) 278-4648
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Jeffrey Ly Quitting Porn Specialization
LPHA, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Fountain Valley, CA 92708  (Online Only)
Pornography addiction can significantly impact your life and relationships but there is hope for recovery. I’m not just a mental health professional, I’ve been “you” for many years. I understand firsthand the personal struggles in your life and committed relationships that come with uncontrollable pornography use. The endless stream of attractive women a few clicks away on Pornhub, Onlyfan or Social Media is hard to quit even with all your willpower and promise to quit for the sake of your relationship.
Pornography addiction can significantly impact your life and relationships but there is hope for recovery. I’m not just a mental health professional, I’ve been “you” for many years. I understand firsthand the personal struggles in your life and committed relationships that come with uncontrollable pornography use. The endless stream of attractive women a few clicks away on Pornhub, Onlyfan or Social Media is hard to quit even with all your willpower and promise to quit for the sake of your relationship.
(949) 832-6603 View (949) 832-6603
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Jayce Long
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Fountain Valley, CA 92728
Waitlist for new clients
I tend to view people as complex, and that our difficulties (depression, anxiety, PTSD etc.) are intertwined with our experiences, relationships, culture, and lifestyle, past and present. I work with professionals and athletes having problems with performance, doubt, and creativity. I also have advanced training in psychoanalysis and MBT, working with complex trauma, attachment issues, and personality disorders. Ultimately, my efforts are aimed at cultivating a meaningful, trustworthy, and collaborative relationship meant to help individuals reflect on and understand where they have been, where they are, and where they want to go.
I tend to view people as complex, and that our difficulties (depression, anxiety, PTSD etc.) are intertwined with our experiences, relationships, culture, and lifestyle, past and present. I work with professionals and athletes having problems with performance, doubt, and creativity. I also have advanced training in psychoanalysis and MBT, working with complex trauma, attachment issues, and personality disorders. Ultimately, my efforts are aimed at cultivating a meaningful, trustworthy, and collaborative relationship meant to help individuals reflect on and understand where they have been, where they are, and where they want to go.
(657) 298-1051 View (657) 298-1051

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Bryan Forbes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
I rely mostly on psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches in my clinical work.
I'm here to help you experience the healing and genuine change that you want. Many of us spend years and years suffering, experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and negative self-talk. Sadly, we will often navigate this suffering alone and without any company or support. As a result, we find ourselves stuck in patterns and cycles of pain, stress and emotional overwhelm. I work from a depth-oriented approach that helps individuals and couples overcome these painful patterns and cycles. I focus especially on issues of anxiety, OCD, low self-esteem, difficulties with self-expression and relationship challenges.
I rely mostly on psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches in my clinical work.
I'm here to help you experience the healing and genuine change that you want. Many of us spend years and years suffering, experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and negative self-talk. Sadly, we will often navigate this suffering alone and without any company or support. As a result, we find ourselves stuck in patterns and cycles of pain, stress and emotional overwhelm. I work from a depth-oriented approach that helps individuals and couples overcome these painful patterns and cycles. I focus especially on issues of anxiety, OCD, low self-esteem, difficulties with self-expression and relationship challenges.
(949) 867-7871 View (949) 867-7871
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Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
(714) 735-0379 View (714) 735-0379
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Mauri-Lynne Heller
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626  (Online Only)
People often begin psychoanalytic therapy after feeling disappointed by other forms of treatment that attempt to control thoughts and behaviors.
A psychoanalyst and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, in addition to my general adult practice, I specialize in adolescents/young adults on the spectrum and their families; phase of life/human development issues, character disorders, and psychotic disorders. I also specialize in the treatment of specific developmental and emotional concerns of adolescents and young adults. Psychoanalytic therapy addresses your very specific needs and problems. The therapeutic relationship we develop will allow us to work collaboratively to find solutions and answers together. The more committed you are, the more change you will experience.
People often begin psychoanalytic therapy after feeling disappointed by other forms of treatment that attempt to control thoughts and behaviors.
A psychoanalyst and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, in addition to my general adult practice, I specialize in adolescents/young adults on the spectrum and their families; phase of life/human development issues, character disorders, and psychotic disorders. I also specialize in the treatment of specific developmental and emotional concerns of adolescents and young adults. Psychoanalytic therapy addresses your very specific needs and problems. The therapeutic relationship we develop will allow us to work collaboratively to find solutions and answers together. The more committed you are, the more change you will experience.
(949) 891-0871 View (949) 891-0871
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Cheryl Graybill Dale
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92605
I work with each person from an individualized perspective, addressing issues from a psychodynamic, cognitive and psychoanalytic framework.
Are you looking for a place to begin healing? Have you tried many other things, only to feel disappointed that life's challenges continue to be more complex than you thought? An effective therapy process creates space and understanding for the purpose of transforming life's struggles and disappointments. In the process, a renewed capacity for more satisfying relationships, greater effectiveness, resiliency and coping skills begin to emerge. Life becomes meaningful and purposeful. In a professional, caring environment, I seek to uncover the patterns and difficulties of the past and create an environment where healing and recovery can take place.
I work with each person from an individualized perspective, addressing issues from a psychodynamic, cognitive and psychoanalytic framework.
Are you looking for a place to begin healing? Have you tried many other things, only to feel disappointed that life's challenges continue to be more complex than you thought? An effective therapy process creates space and understanding for the purpose of transforming life's struggles and disappointments. In the process, a renewed capacity for more satisfying relationships, greater effectiveness, resiliency and coping skills begin to emerge. Life becomes meaningful and purposeful. In a professional, caring environment, I seek to uncover the patterns and difficulties of the past and create an environment where healing and recovery can take place.
(714) 759-2300 View (714) 759-2300
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Icinda Siqueira-Darwin
Psychologist, PhD,
Verified Verified
Huntington Beach, CA 92605
This is followed by proposing with the client, a basic structure within which to proceed, to address the set of problems which have been identified, whether following a Psychoanalytic, or Cognitive Behavioral, or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
My usual clients are young adults, under 45 years age,(I do see children and elders), experiencing mood disorders such as depression, or anxiety. Substance abuse issues are frequently involved, or alcohol abuse. There are always relationship issues with others involved as well. The Goals of Therapy include feeling happier, calmer, more at peace, to reducing substance abuse and alcohol abuse. They want to learn how to improve their relationships with themselves and others.
This is followed by proposing with the client, a basic structure within which to proceed, to address the set of problems which have been identified, whether following a Psychoanalytic, or Cognitive Behavioral, or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
My usual clients are young adults, under 45 years age,(I do see children and elders), experiencing mood disorders such as depression, or anxiety. Substance abuse issues are frequently involved, or alcohol abuse. There are always relationship issues with others involved as well. The Goals of Therapy include feeling happier, calmer, more at peace, to reducing substance abuse and alcohol abuse. They want to learn how to improve their relationships with themselves and others.
(562) 303-5525 View (562) 303-5525
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Achieve Health Center
PhD, NLP
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Katherine Agranovich is a Certified Medical and Anesthesiology Hypnotherapist, and has completed comprehensive programs in Professional Hypnosis, Alchemical Hypnotherapy, Psychology of Hypnotherapy and Neuro-Linguistic Programing (NLP). Most recently, she received certification as a Reconnective Healing Practitioner Level I/II. Katherine was originally trained as a Registered Nurse in Russia and worked in medical settings for over 10 years.
Katherine Agranovich is a Certified Medical and Anesthesiology Hypnotherapist, and has completed comprehensive programs in Professional Hypnosis, Alchemical Hypnotherapy, Psychology of Hypnotherapy and Neuro-Linguistic Programing (NLP). Most recently, she received certification as a Reconnective Healing Practitioner Level I/II. Katherine was originally trained as a Registered Nurse in Russia and worked in medical settings for over 10 years.
(949) 565-4279 View (949) 565-4279
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Audrey Hu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ASW
Verified Verified
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
We all feel lost from time to time, but there’s always light at the end of the tunnel. I’ve been through my own therapy as a young adult when I was stuck in a bout of anxiety and panic attacks due to childhood trauma. Throughout my years of working with traumatized individuals, I learned first-hand about how childhood trauma can have a strong impact on adulthood. I can help you address unresolved trauma, in order for you to find passion, connection, and purpose in your life.
We all feel lost from time to time, but there’s always light at the end of the tunnel. I’ve been through my own therapy as a young adult when I was stuck in a bout of anxiety and panic attacks due to childhood trauma. Throughout my years of working with traumatized individuals, I learned first-hand about how childhood trauma can have a strong impact on adulthood. I can help you address unresolved trauma, in order for you to find passion, connection, and purpose in your life.
(949) 393-7928 View (949) 393-7928

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Psychoanalytic Therapists

Does psychoanalytic therapy work?

Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.

How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?

Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.

Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?

Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.

Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?

Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.