Divorce Therapists in Irvine, CA

I strongly believe that therapy should be a safe place where anyone can come and talk about their life without judgment or shame. It is a place where everyone can benefit from unconditional empathy, understanding, and grace. I am an outgoing person who is easy to talk to, and I do my best to make the therapeutic process as smooth and understandable as possible. We will go at your pace and create a personalized treatment plan to meet your needs and goals. I strive to help you become self sustaining where you can gain a sense of understanding of what skills you need, why you are utilizing them, and when to utilize the skills learned.

I CAN IMAGINE HOW OVERWHELMING IT MAY FEEL SCROLLING THROUGH THIS SITE. Finding the right therapist is the most critical part of the healing journey. I will provide you with an emotionally safe environment and collaborate with you on ways to navigate through your life's challenges. Together, we will identify your values in order to help you engage in life in more meaningful ways. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that the first step towards developing healthy relationships with others is creating a healthy relationship with ourselves.

Through my own history, I saw the importance of counseling for a meaningful life. I now hope to help my clients navigate identity, self-worth, and their own challenges. I have worked with youth and adults with depression, anxiety, and everyday life stressors. I hope to give my clients the courage to break free from maladaptive coping strategies that we are often believe and taught.

Welcome to my therapy practice! Have you been experiencing challenges in your relationships, struggling with a major life change or feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression? I would welcome the opportunity to support you on your journey towards healing, growth, and gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and your life.

Do you find yourself weighed down by the struggles of your past and/or present? Do these burdens impact you and your relationships? Do you have hurts and/or habits from which you need freedom? I am honored to walk this journey of healing with my clients. During my 17+ years in the field I have received specialized training in the areas of individual and couples Therapy, addiction, sexual addiction, and betrayal Trauma. I feel honored to help individuals/couples gain freedom from personal and relational empasses, identity issues, sexual identity issues, anxiety, depression, abuse history, trauma, grief, and spiritual reconciliation.

An adamant believer of the therapeutic mantra to “start where the client is,” I see therapy as a validating and safe space. I have an in-depth understanding of the way that psychosocial factors effect an individual's overall health and wellness. In my practice, I work collaboratively with clients to understand their therapy goals and join with them as they progress towards positive and meaningful change.

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist at Orange County Health Psychologists with over 8 years of clinical experience working in a variety of settings, including community services, non-profit organizations, and private schools. I am committed to creating an empathetic and warm rapport with my clients to empower them to achieve their holistic well-being. I believe in discovering clients’ strengths and insights collaboratively to overcome and manage life’s challenges.

Experiencing high anxiety can be an overwhelming and all-encompassing ordeal which often leads to feelings of depression. It's like constantly living on the edge of a cliff, where every thought and action feels like a potential fall into the abyss. Your mind races with worry and fear, creating a sense of impending doom that is difficult to shake off. Physically, it can manifest as a tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, or a racing heart, making it feel like you're constantly on alert for danger. Simple tasks become monumental challenges as the anxiety grips you, making it hard to concentrate or relax.

Thuy Ulrich is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with more than 12 years of experience. She is a highly motivated and skilled solutions-oriented mental health professional dedicated to providing exceptional care and advocacy to empower children, adolescents, and adults in need. She has a demonstrated track record of counseling diverse populations in one-on-one or group settings. She blends empathy and creativity in collaborating with her clients on the solutions that work best for them to reach their goals and potential.

I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.

Are you unsatisfied with one or more areas of your life? I partner with my clients to empower them to make the changes necessary to bring their realities in line with the lives they truly want. In this way, I collaborate with each individual, couple, and family with whom I work to craft their own individualized success plans. To accomplish this, I draw upon years of experience, as well as a very strong foundation of training in a range of techniques and strategies. Perhaps equally important are the personal qualities that I bring, which include intelligence, genuineness, compassion, and a commitment to the highest standards.

Hello and welcome! I work from a strengths-based perspective, helping you to recognize your strengths and achieve your goals in a thoughtful and supportive way. Overcoming life’s stressors and challenges becomes an opportunity for the transformation of a lifetime. As one begins their therapeutic journey by looking within, ameliorating the traumas and wounds of their past, and identifying their inner strength and resiliency, the beauty of one’s true authentic self emerges. It is then that lifelong peace and stability are found, and life begins anew.

Relationships can be difficult to manage and maintain, and they can be a source of great discontentment. You are left wondering what happened, thinking "Why am I so lonely?" or "Why do I feel so distant from my partner?" Whether it is with an intimate partner, family members, friends, or even with yourself, relationships can leave you feeling unsettled, disconnected, stuck, and empty. Props to you for seeking out therapy! The fact that you are here shows that you want more fulfilling relationships and are willing to explore how to connect on a deeper level.

I firmly believe in joining my patients where they are, offering empathy and understanding as we embark on a collaborative journey towards growth. By cultivating a sense of trust and confidence in the therapeutic process, I empower my patients to explore their inner world and gain valuable insights into their emotions. My belief is that understanding our emotions is the key to managing our thoughts and actions. Through this process of self-awareness and insight, my patients learn to develop coping mechanisms, leading them to become the best version of themselves.

Therapy is a process that guides us with trusting ourselves to live our highest potential and make responsible choices. Choices that help us live a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I provide a warm and safe environment to explore and learn how to navigate life's challenges while learning adaptive strategies. I provide an integrative approach that looks at the individual in a holistic way by focusing on all aspects of one's being.

My goal as a therapist is to help you feel better as quickly as possible. I have years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, marital difficulties, and problems with children/adolescents. Also, I have a strong background in Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, and Borderline Personality Disorder. Please give me a call--I am here to help.

I have a Ph.D. In Educational Psychology from UCLA, an MS and license in Marriage and Family therapy 20 years of College/University teaching including at UC system, and 20 years of private practice experience! I also specialize in ADHD testing and treatment! One of few therapists offering off-site and remote computerized testing for ADHD diagnosis and treatment for children and adults. ADHD affects not only school performance, but every every other area of life as well, including your work and relationships, such as marriage and parenting. ADHD's co morbidity with depression, anxiety, and panic attacks are well documented.

I'm Dr. Dean Leav, licensed psychologist and qualified medical evaluator (QME). I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I provide Evaluation Services, including (and not limited to): diagnostics (ADHD, Autism, Learning Dis.), cognitive/neuropsychological evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME), immigration-related evaluations, pre-adoption psychological evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, pre-employment evaluations, and legal/forensics/criminal evaluations. These evaluations may be used to meet eligibility for certain services or accommodations.

I believe therapy is a process wherein an objective and specialized individual help ( with great degree of empathy, respect, care and unconditional regards) those who would like to heal, grow and achieve their objectives and manifest their potentials. My goal for all my clients is to see them blossom like the flowers in my garden:)