Gestalt Therapists in Garden Grove, CA
Hello, my name is Teri Martin, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide services for ages 12 throughout the adult life span. My specialties are stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, relationship issues, and self-esteem. My clinical approaches consist of an Eclectic form of therapy that includes Gestalt Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy.
Hello, my name is Teri Martin, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide services for ages 12 throughout the adult life span. My specialties are stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, relationship issues, and self-esteem. My clinical approaches consist of an Eclectic form of therapy that includes Gestalt Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic Therapy.
My clients are reporting rapid reduction of symptoms with ETT and Gestalt therapy.
Treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and loss, and specialize in the field of addiction. Over 35 continuous years working with drug, alcohol, sex, and love addiction. Trained in Emotional Transformation Therapy, "ETT" (ETT Addiction Certified) my clients receive rapid removal of symptoms and addictive cravings in many cases. With this exciting new cutting edge therapy, people are removing distressing symptoms that they have unsuccessfully attempted to remove for many years, in only minutes to a few sessions. I also use Gestalt Therapy for healing and teach my clients tools to use at home. I am also trained in EMDR since the early 90's.
My clients are reporting rapid reduction of symptoms with ETT and Gestalt therapy.
Treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief and loss, and specialize in the field of addiction. Over 35 continuous years working with drug, alcohol, sex, and love addiction. Trained in Emotional Transformation Therapy, "ETT" (ETT Addiction Certified) my clients receive rapid removal of symptoms and addictive cravings in many cases. With this exciting new cutting edge therapy, people are removing distressing symptoms that they have unsuccessfully attempted to remove for many years, in only minutes to a few sessions. I also use Gestalt Therapy for healing and teach my clients tools to use at home. I am also trained in EMDR since the early 90's.
Ly-Lan Lofgren Sex Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92843 (Online Only)
Specializing in trauma, sexuality and mindfulness, I work with you to effectively treat your symptoms to live more freely. I have partnered with clients for over 17 years in private practice, in hospitals, in prison and in various social service systems. We all have our unique histories and strengths. I am inspired by your journey and your readiness to makes changes. To work with you ethically (Social Work Code of Ethics), I have education, training and supervision (AASECT and EMDRIA) as well as my own personal self-growth practices.
Specializing in trauma, sexuality and mindfulness, I work with you to effectively treat your symptoms to live more freely. I have partnered with clients for over 17 years in private practice, in hospitals, in prison and in various social service systems. We all have our unique histories and strengths. I am inspired by your journey and your readiness to makes changes. To work with you ethically (Social Work Code of Ethics), I have education, training and supervision (AASECT and EMDRIA) as well as my own personal self-growth practices.
Welcome, I’m Maria Castaneda, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Lic. No. 132248) . I believe that we all hold the power within us to be successful at overcoming life’s challenges. My focus is to support my clients’ abilities to prosper and live the lives they deserve through clinical knowledge of mental health symptoms and symptom management, and an integration of previous experience. I obtained my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Palo Alto University and I’m licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California .
Welcome, I’m Maria Castaneda, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Lic. No. 132248) . I believe that we all hold the power within us to be successful at overcoming life’s challenges. My focus is to support my clients’ abilities to prosper and live the lives they deserve through clinical knowledge of mental health symptoms and symptom management, and an integration of previous experience. I obtained my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Palo Alto University and I’m licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California .
Hi, I'm Christy, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I help individuals who are struggling to overcome painful memories learn how to make peace with the past so you can move forward with your life. I enjoy assisting individuals in overcoming depression, anxiety and trauma and am trained in EMDR. As a trauma-informed therapist, my approach to therapy is very gentle and person-centered. Instead of considering “what’s wrong with you?” I’m more interested in learning about what happened to you that brought you to the point of seeking a therapist.
Hi, I'm Christy, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I help individuals who are struggling to overcome painful memories learn how to make peace with the past so you can move forward with your life. I enjoy assisting individuals in overcoming depression, anxiety and trauma and am trained in EMDR. As a trauma-informed therapist, my approach to therapy is very gentle and person-centered. Instead of considering “what’s wrong with you?” I’m more interested in learning about what happened to you that brought you to the point of seeking a therapist.
Valentina Torrence
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92844 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Valentina Torrence. I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist committed to guiding clients through life's challenges. Whether it's navigating relationships, life transitions, trauma, or grief, I offer empathetic support and a safe space for growth. I'm truly passionate about helping individuals achieve positive change and healing. My approach centers on mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. I also draw from solution-focused therapy, psychodynamic, and narrative therapy techniques to create a tailored treatment plan that suits your unique needs.
Welcome! My name is Valentina Torrence. I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist committed to guiding clients through life's challenges. Whether it's navigating relationships, life transitions, trauma, or grief, I offer empathetic support and a safe space for growth. I'm truly passionate about helping individuals achieve positive change and healing. My approach centers on mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. I also draw from solution-focused therapy, psychodynamic, and narrative therapy techniques to create a tailored treatment plan that suits your unique needs.
Hello, I am Rebecca Davis, LMFT135557. I am a person-centered therapist that enjoys working with clients of all. I tend to work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; I have positive psychology and am person-centered. I am practicing other theories. I tend to work with at-risk youth on a regular basis. However, I have worked with adults and enjoy clients of all ages. I have worked with trauma, substance use, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and so much more. I try to create a non-judgmental, safe environment for my clients to feel open and safe.
Hello, I am Rebecca Davis, LMFT135557. I am a person-centered therapist that enjoys working with clients of all. I tend to work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; I have positive psychology and am person-centered. I am practicing other theories. I tend to work with at-risk youth on a regular basis. However, I have worked with adults and enjoy clients of all ages. I have worked with trauma, substance use, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and so much more. I try to create a non-judgmental, safe environment for my clients to feel open and safe.
Sandra M Carlson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Garden Grove, CA 92840
I am a Bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, ready to accompany you on your journey of healing. Beyond the title LMFT, I am just another human being. My goal is to provide you with the guidance, support, and tools you need to process emotions, overcome obstacles, and embrace life's unexpected turns. Healing from trauma is a courageous process, and you don't have to go through it alone. I am here to walk beside you, offering compassionate guidance, validation, and understanding. Whether you're an individual, couple, or family, my experience extends to working with clients of all ages.
I am a Bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, ready to accompany you on your journey of healing. Beyond the title LMFT, I am just another human being. My goal is to provide you with the guidance, support, and tools you need to process emotions, overcome obstacles, and embrace life's unexpected turns. Healing from trauma is a courageous process, and you don't have to go through it alone. I am here to walk beside you, offering compassionate guidance, validation, and understanding. Whether you're an individual, couple, or family, my experience extends to working with clients of all ages.
Jeanette Abney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SAP
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92840 (Online Only)
I am the owner of two out patient counseling centers providing services to adults, teen and children. Services include mental health, individual, family, couples counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse, SAP Assessments, addictive behaviors, domestic violence, anger management, parenting, co-parenting, marital, pre-marital counseling and other court or probation approved services. I have knowledge of Military Culture. I conduct groups, workshops, educational training and family interventions. I provide services in Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Murrieta and Oceanside, CA. I also provide telehealth services.
I am the owner of two out patient counseling centers providing services to adults, teen and children. Services include mental health, individual, family, couples counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse, SAP Assessments, addictive behaviors, domestic violence, anger management, parenting, co-parenting, marital, pre-marital counseling and other court or probation approved services. I have knowledge of Military Culture. I conduct groups, workshops, educational training and family interventions. I provide services in Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Murrieta and Oceanside, CA. I also provide telehealth services.
Bonnie Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92840 (Online Only)
Brynn graduated with her master's in social work in 2014. Her philosophy of care is grounded in compassion and curiosity, with a focus on being direct and honest. She uses a strengths-based approach, serving with empathy while also advocating for needed support. Brynn recognizes the courage and resiliency in every client, holding equal respect for their challenges, traumas, triumphs, and achievements. Her expertise is in trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy, specializing in diagnoses including Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and Bipolar Disorder. She enjoys working with moms, the LGBTQQ+ community, and young adults.
Brynn graduated with her master's in social work in 2014. Her philosophy of care is grounded in compassion and curiosity, with a focus on being direct and honest. She uses a strengths-based approach, serving with empathy while also advocating for needed support. Brynn recognizes the courage and resiliency in every client, holding equal respect for their challenges, traumas, triumphs, and achievements. Her expertise is in trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy, specializing in diagnoses including Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and Bipolar Disorder. She enjoys working with moms, the LGBTQQ+ community, and young adults.
Hi! My name is Alecia and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 14897! My areas of focus within practice are primarily trauma and anxiety, while also treating other diagnoses. I believe we can find emotional regulation and security even amidst uncertainty and lack of control. I am a therapist who will walk alongside you on this journey of healing. My main goal is to collaboratively work with you through your current life stressors, providing you with tools for your tool kit to live a life you enjoy. I believe in a holistic approach, shifting my therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of each individual client.
Hi! My name is Alecia and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 14897! My areas of focus within practice are primarily trauma and anxiety, while also treating other diagnoses. I believe we can find emotional regulation and security even amidst uncertainty and lack of control. I am a therapist who will walk alongside you on this journey of healing. My main goal is to collaboratively work with you through your current life stressors, providing you with tools for your tool kit to live a life you enjoy. I believe in a holistic approach, shifting my therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of each individual client.
I have an eclectic approach to therapy, working with my clients within the time and space that they are in while providing guidance and empathetic listening. I enjoy working with individuals and couples who need to reduce their angst and increase their enjoyment of life, themselves, and one another. I work with clients one-on-one or as a couple. My specialty is couples; however, I enjoy doing individual self-development work as well as behavior and crisis management. Working to ensure individuals fully maximize their individual potential. I believe communication is the base for a full, intimate, and engaging relationship.
I have an eclectic approach to therapy, working with my clients within the time and space that they are in while providing guidance and empathetic listening. I enjoy working with individuals and couples who need to reduce their angst and increase their enjoyment of life, themselves, and one another. I work with clients one-on-one or as a couple. My specialty is couples; however, I enjoy doing individual self-development work as well as behavior and crisis management. Working to ensure individuals fully maximize their individual potential. I believe communication is the base for a full, intimate, and engaging relationship.
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to find out if I am the therapist to help YOU! In a private telehealth setting, with a nonjudgmental and hopeful approach to therapy, we can comfortably explore the sources of your stress, change destructive behaviors, and the root of negative thought patterns for personal relief, relationship interactions, and overall life improvement. I am a compassionate, direct, interactive telehealth psychotherapist and healing arts practitioner licensed in the State of California.
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to find out if I am the therapist to help YOU! In a private telehealth setting, with a nonjudgmental and hopeful approach to therapy, we can comfortably explore the sources of your stress, change destructive behaviors, and the root of negative thought patterns for personal relief, relationship interactions, and overall life improvement. I am a compassionate, direct, interactive telehealth psychotherapist and healing arts practitioner licensed in the State of California.
This is your journey, and I am here to help you meet your goals: Through objective insight, support, relationship, and understanding your point of view. My approach includes CBT, Motivational Interviewing, incremental goal setting, and an objective view of your journey. Positive psychology and being sensitive to the client's needs by working with multi-modal theories. l teach a way I developed to decrease frustration by allowing others to have different opinions without seeing it as a challenge to fight. I am warm and accepting, encouraging and confrontational when needed.
This is your journey, and I am here to help you meet your goals: Through objective insight, support, relationship, and understanding your point of view. My approach includes CBT, Motivational Interviewing, incremental goal setting, and an objective view of your journey. Positive psychology and being sensitive to the client's needs by working with multi-modal theories. l teach a way I developed to decrease frustration by allowing others to have different opinions without seeing it as a challenge to fight. I am warm and accepting, encouraging and confrontational when needed.
I am Dr. Anna Maria, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist! I utilize various therapies that adhere to and remain attentive to the uniqueness of each individual I serve! Most importantly, I am a resilient, responsible, and empathetic, Professional! Living is hard, and challenges are numerous. Some questions beg to be answered. I will help you answer those questions!
I am Dr. Anna Maria, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist! I utilize various therapies that adhere to and remain attentive to the uniqueness of each individual I serve! Most importantly, I am a resilient, responsible, and empathetic, Professional! Living is hard, and challenges are numerous. Some questions beg to be answered. I will help you answer those questions!
Hi, I'm Paul Davila. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I utilize a client-centered approach and have experience working with clients with mood disorders, as well as substance abuse disorders. I have years of experience working with clients in a psychiatric hospital setting as well as substance abuse outpatient treatment facility. I have worked with children, teens, and adults. I have worked with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, adjusting to new environments/life changes, and those working on their sobriety.
Hi, I'm Paul Davila. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I utilize a client-centered approach and have experience working with clients with mood disorders, as well as substance abuse disorders. I have years of experience working with clients in a psychiatric hospital setting as well as substance abuse outpatient treatment facility. I have worked with children, teens, and adults. I have worked with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, adjusting to new environments/life changes, and those working on their sobriety.
Hi there! My name is Michelle Settergren and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Huntington Beach, providing teletherapy services across California. I've worked in various healing capacities for over 12 years and believe we all have the potential to be self-healers. I'm gender and LGBTQIA+ affirming, and I specialize in working with adults who've suffered from trauma/PTSD, first responder/military trauma, anxiety/social anxiety/agoraphobia, depression, personality disorders, panic disorders, communication issues, addiction, and identity confusion.
Hi there! My name is Michelle Settergren and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Huntington Beach, providing teletherapy services across California. I've worked in various healing capacities for over 12 years and believe we all have the potential to be self-healers. I'm gender and LGBTQIA+ affirming, and I specialize in working with adults who've suffered from trauma/PTSD, first responder/military trauma, anxiety/social anxiety/agoraphobia, depression, personality disorders, panic disorders, communication issues, addiction, and identity confusion.
I have experience working with many adults, young adults, and children struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, and life transitions. By allowing me to help you trust the process of therapy we can work on what your needs may be. When we listen wholeheartedly without judgment, we can become aware and attempt to understand what someone may be feeling. The value of helping others can also give someone hope that there is something to look forward to. That's what drives me toward empathy and compassion.
I have experience working with many adults, young adults, and children struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, and life transitions. By allowing me to help you trust the process of therapy we can work on what your needs may be. When we listen wholeheartedly without judgment, we can become aware and attempt to understand what someone may be feeling. The value of helping others can also give someone hope that there is something to look forward to. That's what drives me toward empathy and compassion.
I believe that every aspect of life, whether joyful or painful, carries profound meaning. In moments when it feels impossible to understand why things happen, I will be there with you, patiently guiding you through.
I believe that every aspect of life, whether joyful or painful, carries profound meaning. In moments when it feels impossible to understand why things happen, I will be there with you, patiently guiding you through.
Cheryl Jones-Dix
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden Grove, CA 92844 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes it's time to make a change and deepen our understanding of ourselves and others. Therapy can be quite helpful in this process through providing a safe, non-judgmental relationship from which to grow. I look forward to meeting you. I've been in private practice since 1986. I work with adults, couples, adolescents, 16 years old and up. It's important for you to know that you are not alone in this journey of growth and healing.
Sometimes it's time to make a change and deepen our understanding of ourselves and others. Therapy can be quite helpful in this process through providing a safe, non-judgmental relationship from which to grow. I look forward to meeting you. I've been in private practice since 1986. I work with adults, couples, adolescents, 16 years old and up. It's important for you to know that you are not alone in this journey of growth and healing.
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Gestalt Therapists
What is gestalt therapy?
Gestalt therapy is based on the idea that to address unresolved negative feelings, emotions must be not only discussed but also actively expressed in the present moment. The term is from a German word meaning “whole,” and gestalt therapists believe that people should be considered whole entities made up of mind, body, and emotions. Gestalt sessions are rooted in the notion that a client’s total self must be discovered, explored, and confronted, so that they can take greater responsibility for themselves and their behavior, learn to satisfy their own needs while still respecting the needs of others, and reconnect with feelings they might otherwise deny.
How does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy sessions do not just involve talking with a therapist. Clients may take part in role-playing, re-enactment, or artistic exercises like drawing and painting, with the goal of becoming more aware of negative thought patterns that limit happiness. One common gestalt exercise is “the empty chair,” in which a client sits across from an empty chair representing a partner, relative, boss, or a part of themselves—and, with the therapist’s encouragement, improvises a dialog with it. The intention is to bring the emotions raised by past conflicts into the present and work through them in the moment.
How long does gestalt therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for gestalt therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. New patients should understand that it may take some time to become comfortable with gestalt exercises but once they do, they should expect sessions to extend for a number of months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions.
Does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy has generally been found to be as effective as other forms of talk therapy in helping people living with anxiety, depression, phobias, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders, as well as helping individuals reduce conflict in relationships. Gestalt techniques, on their own or in combination with other therapies, can also be effective in managing physical ailments including ulcerative colitis, migraines, and back spasms. It should be noted that some people may have trouble adapting to gestalt therapy’s lack of formal structure or to a therapist’s close observations of their body language and emotions; others may struggle to commit to techniques that feel unnatural, like the empty chair exercise.