Therapists in Irvine, CA
Anahita Shahbazi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92715 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience and training in treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, OCD, trauma/PTSD, panic disorders/specific phobias, codependency, relationship and self-esteem issues, grief, and life transitions.
The purpose of life is to discover our own inherent nobility and to help others discover theirs. - Abdu'lBahá. My journey to becoming a therapist began with my own experience of managing mental health from a young age. This personal journey highlighted the profound power of therapy and inspired me to help others achieve similar transformations. I take pride in guiding clients through their challenges and witnessing their remarkable growth. For me, therapy is not just a profession but a passion. Seeing the positive impact I can make on individuals' lives is deeply rewarding and reaffirms my dedication and skills in this field.
I have extensive experience and training in treating depression, anxiety, mood disorders, OCD, trauma/PTSD, panic disorders/specific phobias, codependency, relationship and self-esteem issues, grief, and life transitions.
The purpose of life is to discover our own inherent nobility and to help others discover theirs. - Abdu'lBahá. My journey to becoming a therapist began with my own experience of managing mental health from a young age. This personal journey highlighted the profound power of therapy and inspired me to help others achieve similar transformations. I take pride in guiding clients through their challenges and witnessing their remarkable growth. For me, therapy is not just a profession but a passion. Seeing the positive impact I can make on individuals' lives is deeply rewarding and reaffirms my dedication and skills in this field.
I also have experience working with people with depression, anxiety, panic disorders, obsessive compulsive disorders, somatization disorder and eating disorders.
Psychotherapy is a very special endeavor with potential for positive change and decrease in discomfort. I see the therapeutic relationship formed in psychotherapy as that vehicle for change. I have worked 10 years as a nurse practitioner and over 15 years as a Clinical Psychologist. My expertise in these fields place me in a unique position to understand the mind/body interfaceI bring a unique perspective to my work particularly in the areas of women's health issues, transitions in life: men and women, postpartum depression, stress reduction, mindfulness,and coping with chronic medical illnesses. I am on staff at Hoag Hospital.
I also have experience working with people with depression, anxiety, panic disorders, obsessive compulsive disorders, somatization disorder and eating disorders.
Psychotherapy is a very special endeavor with potential for positive change and decrease in discomfort. I see the therapeutic relationship formed in psychotherapy as that vehicle for change. I have worked 10 years as a nurse practitioner and over 15 years as a Clinical Psychologist. My expertise in these fields place me in a unique position to understand the mind/body interfaceI bring a unique perspective to my work particularly in the areas of women's health issues, transitions in life: men and women, postpartum depression, stress reduction, mindfulness,and coping with chronic medical illnesses. I am on staff at Hoag Hospital.
What is TMS? Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation also known as TMS therapy was FDA approved in 2008 for medication-resistant depression and has evolved to treat other conditions such as anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and SAD.
If you are suffering from medication resistant depression, anxiety, OCD, or PTSD, a combination of talk therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may be the answer for you. For many people, antidepressants do not fully relieve the symptoms or cause too many side effects, and it can become very difficult going through multiple medications that do not seem to work. After failed medication attempts, you are eligible to be treated with TMS and therapy together. Call our Specialists to learn more about your options.
What is TMS? Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation also known as TMS therapy was FDA approved in 2008 for medication-resistant depression and has evolved to treat other conditions such as anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and SAD.
If you are suffering from medication resistant depression, anxiety, OCD, or PTSD, a combination of talk therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) may be the answer for you. For many people, antidepressants do not fully relieve the symptoms or cause too many side effects, and it can become very difficult going through multiple medications that do not seem to work. After failed medication attempts, you are eligible to be treated with TMS and therapy together. Call our Specialists to learn more about your options.
I provide in person and online therapeutic services to individuals throughout the lifespan. I have over a decade of experience working with individuals experiencing symptoms associated with depression, generalized and social anxiety, stress, grief and loss, self-esteem concerns, difficulties with life and social skills, life changes, re-discovering self, postpartum and peripartum depression, schizophrenia spectrum disorder, bipolar depression, borderline personality disorder, obsessive compulsive personality disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
I provide in person and online therapeutic services to individuals throughout the lifespan. I have over a decade of experience working with individuals experiencing symptoms associated with depression, generalized and social anxiety, stress, grief and loss, self-esteem concerns, difficulties with life and social skills, life changes, re-discovering self, postpartum and peripartum depression, schizophrenia spectrum disorder, bipolar depression, borderline personality disorder, obsessive compulsive personality disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Renee Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92604 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! I'm Renee and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. As a therapist I have had the opportunity to work with clients looking for guidance and relief in many areas such as: anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, neurodivergent issues related to ADHD/Autism/Asperger's, body dysmorphia and gender dysphoria. I am neurodiversity and gender affirming. Please contact me for a 15 min free consultation to see if we are a good fit. I will get back to you within 24 hours.
Hello! I'm Renee and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. As a therapist I have had the opportunity to work with clients looking for guidance and relief in many areas such as: anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, neurodivergent issues related to ADHD/Autism/Asperger's, body dysmorphia and gender dysphoria. I am neurodiversity and gender affirming. Please contact me for a 15 min free consultation to see if we are a good fit. I will get back to you within 24 hours.
When we are exposed to trauma at an early age, it can seriously impact how we feel about ourselves and our relationships with others. Trauma can also profoundly affect whether we feel this is a safe world and can contribute to depression, anxiety, and relational/familial issues. My practice is from a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective with a non-judgmental framework. I aim to understand clients’ internal responses and to provide more options for emotional regulation and problem-solving.
When we are exposed to trauma at an early age, it can seriously impact how we feel about ourselves and our relationships with others. Trauma can also profoundly affect whether we feel this is a safe world and can contribute to depression, anxiety, and relational/familial issues. My practice is from a strengths-based, trauma-informed perspective with a non-judgmental framework. I aim to understand clients’ internal responses and to provide more options for emotional regulation and problem-solving.
Bijan Amirshahi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92604 (Online Only)
My practice emphasizes on helping clients resolve immediate situations, while healing from difficult life experiences and developing strong personal and intimate relationships. I believe successful relationships are the key to having a healthy and rewarding life. The process of psychotherapy can strengthen one's sense of confidence, self-acceptance, and responsibility in daily life. It can also lead to a greater capacity for intimacy, to a more productive use of innate skills, and to experiencing more meaning and pleasure in life.
My practice emphasizes on helping clients resolve immediate situations, while healing from difficult life experiences and developing strong personal and intimate relationships. I believe successful relationships are the key to having a healthy and rewarding life. The process of psychotherapy can strengthen one's sense of confidence, self-acceptance, and responsibility in daily life. It can also lead to a greater capacity for intimacy, to a more productive use of innate skills, and to experiencing more meaning and pleasure in life.
Are you struggling with relational issues, grief, loss, a break-up, anxiety, depression or trauma? You don't have to travel the challenges alone. I promise to be there for you every step of your journey, providing soul-care with warmth and a genuine heart. My goal is to help you benefit from your pain, so to speak, and awaken you to other perspectives that might create a more meaningful life & lessen your suffering. God never wastes a hurt!
Are you struggling with relational issues, grief, loss, a break-up, anxiety, depression or trauma? You don't have to travel the challenges alone. I promise to be there for you every step of your journey, providing soul-care with warmth and a genuine heart. My goal is to help you benefit from your pain, so to speak, and awaken you to other perspectives that might create a more meaningful life & lessen your suffering. God never wastes a hurt!
I worked as a Chinese Clinical Psychologist in the city of Nanjing, China for 9 years; and a Research Psychoanalyst in Los Angeles for 8 years. Therefore, in the past 17 years I have had over 16,000hours individual therapy hours with my clients in both countries. I integrated therapeutic methods of Psychoanalysis, Existential, and Gestalt Therapy. I am bilingual (English/Mandarin) Psychoanalyst graduated from the Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis, Los Angeles, and hope to work with clients from all culture backgrounds/nationalities.
I worked as a Chinese Clinical Psychologist in the city of Nanjing, China for 9 years; and a Research Psychoanalyst in Los Angeles for 8 years. Therefore, in the past 17 years I have had over 16,000hours individual therapy hours with my clients in both countries. I integrated therapeutic methods of Psychoanalysis, Existential, and Gestalt Therapy. I am bilingual (English/Mandarin) Psychoanalyst graduated from the Institute for Contemporary Psychoanalysis, Los Angeles, and hope to work with clients from all culture backgrounds/nationalities.
David Ibrahim
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LMFT, LAADC , E500RYT, EMDR, ISTDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92606
Do you wonder if you’re an addict, maybe not? I provide assessments and interventions for addiction. I’ve worked with famous actors, directors, major league athletes, scholars, scientists, studio executives, engineers, Hip Hop moguls and successful individuals. I specialize in trauma and addiction. I deal with issues such as controlled drinking, sobriety, relationship, couple's or family issues, Court, incest survivor trauma, and addiction issues. I'm also a LMFT, and Yoga and Meditation Therapist and EMDR Therapist which gives me a unique ability to help my patients integrate in their bodies emotionally and mentally.
Do you wonder if you’re an addict, maybe not? I provide assessments and interventions for addiction. I’ve worked with famous actors, directors, major league athletes, scholars, scientists, studio executives, engineers, Hip Hop moguls and successful individuals. I specialize in trauma and addiction. I deal with issues such as controlled drinking, sobriety, relationship, couple's or family issues, Court, incest survivor trauma, and addiction issues. I'm also a LMFT, and Yoga and Meditation Therapist and EMDR Therapist which gives me a unique ability to help my patients integrate in their bodies emotionally and mentally.
Many of us want to feel more productive, self-confident, and successful. This can be difficult when we are regularly sad, anxious, overwhelmed, or simply too stressed-out to function well. When we feel stuck, working with a therapist can be a great choice. Teaming up with an attentive therapist you will likely feel less alone, and problems may begin to feel more manageable. You might be surprised that when you and your therapist examine difficulties from new angles, you or your pre/teen will grow and change in ways you never expected.
Many of us want to feel more productive, self-confident, and successful. This can be difficult when we are regularly sad, anxious, overwhelmed, or simply too stressed-out to function well. When we feel stuck, working with a therapist can be a great choice. Teaming up with an attentive therapist you will likely feel less alone, and problems may begin to feel more manageable. You might be surprised that when you and your therapist examine difficulties from new angles, you or your pre/teen will grow and change in ways you never expected.
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We become who we are through our interactions with others both in healthy and sometimes unhealthy ways. Every relationship has the potential to retrigger old patterns of relating as well as the possibility of supporting new more healthy ways. The state of your relationships is the one most essential components in finding happiness and a sense of wellbeing. I believe the quality of your connections with yourself as well as with others can make all the difference.
We become who we are through our interactions with others both in healthy and sometimes unhealthy ways. Every relationship has the potential to retrigger old patterns of relating as well as the possibility of supporting new more healthy ways. The state of your relationships is the one most essential components in finding happiness and a sense of wellbeing. I believe the quality of your connections with yourself as well as with others can make all the difference.
WE OFFER EVENING AND WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS. My goal is to help you improve the quality of your life and make positive changes by reducing your Anxiety, Depression, eliminating stress, Addiction, and gaining back control. You will achieve a much higher quality of life in a safe, exclusive and caring environment. I will support you to discover your inner strength, and develop effective coping skills. You will experience freedom from emotional pain and feel empowered to achieve your goals and dreams. I provide CONCEIRGE care to executives and professionals.
WE OFFER EVENING AND WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS. My goal is to help you improve the quality of your life and make positive changes by reducing your Anxiety, Depression, eliminating stress, Addiction, and gaining back control. You will achieve a much higher quality of life in a safe, exclusive and caring environment. I will support you to discover your inner strength, and develop effective coping skills. You will experience freedom from emotional pain and feel empowered to achieve your goals and dreams. I provide CONCEIRGE care to executives and professionals.
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Dr. Sufi specializes in Marriage and Family Therapy. Her role as a therapist is to guide you toward finding that balance within yourself. We will explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, childhood experiences, relationships, genetics, and current environment are contributing to your distress and healing.
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Dr. Sufi specializes in Marriage and Family Therapy. Her role as a therapist is to guide you toward finding that balance within yourself. We will explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, childhood experiences, relationships, genetics, and current environment are contributing to your distress and healing.
Dr. Colleen Daniel and her staff provide comprehensive and holistic mental health treatment for clients of all ages. Our treatment is tailored to match the individual needs of each client or family. Services include: evaluations of learning disabilities, ADHD/ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, psychological issues, neurological conditions, and accommodations for SAT/ACT/LSAT/MCAT exams; individual and group therapy for children, teens, and adults.
Dr. Colleen Daniel and her staff provide comprehensive and holistic mental health treatment for clients of all ages. Our treatment is tailored to match the individual needs of each client or family. Services include: evaluations of learning disabilities, ADHD/ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, psychological issues, neurological conditions, and accommodations for SAT/ACT/LSAT/MCAT exams; individual and group therapy for children, teens, and adults.
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.
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.
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life. WellPsyche is also a leader in Telemedicine. Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work.
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Our providers take a Thoughtful, Practical, and Caring approach to therapy and can help you balance your life. WellPsyche is also a leader in Telemedicine. Now you can visit with your provider from the privacy and convenience of your home or work.
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Dr. Sufi specializes in Marriage and Family Therapy. Her role as a therapist is to guide you toward finding that balance within yourself. We will explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, childhood experiences, relationships, genetics, and current environment are contributing to your distress and healing.
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Dr. Sufi specializes in Marriage and Family Therapy. Her role as a therapist is to guide you toward finding that balance within yourself. We will explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, childhood experiences, relationships, genetics, and current environment are contributing to your distress and healing.
Are you tired of trying to change your life and not succeed? Do you feel under-valued and misunderstood by others? Are you looking for someone trustworthy with experience handling sensitive emotional issues to provide deep understanding, empathy and help you change your life and relationships? Life can be difficult but you don't have to go through it alone. Great job taking the initial step! I have helped countless people for more than 15 years in therapy and have seen astounding changes in people's lives including their relationships and others. I look forward to our journey of healing, integration and growth together!
Are you tired of trying to change your life and not succeed? Do you feel under-valued and misunderstood by others? Are you looking for someone trustworthy with experience handling sensitive emotional issues to provide deep understanding, empathy and help you change your life and relationships? Life can be difficult but you don't have to go through it alone. Great job taking the initial step! I have helped countless people for more than 15 years in therapy and have seen astounding changes in people's lives including their relationships and others. I look forward to our journey of healing, integration and growth together!
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.