Therapists in Irvine, CA
We diagnose and serve children and adolescents coping with: * Abusive Dating Relationships * Academic Challenges * ADHD * Anxiety and Stress-Related Disorders * Austism and Spectrum-Related Disorders * Bipolar Disorder * Body Image Issues * Chronic Headaches * Concussions * Cutting and Self-Mutilation * Depression * Epilepsy * Family Relational Problems * Learning Disorders * Low Self Esteem * Movement Disorders * Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder * Oppositional Defiance and Behavioral Problems * Substance Abuse * Trauma and PTSD.
It's tough being a parent today. Do you have a kid or teen who is struggling? Does your family need answers about your child's state of mind or are looking for actual tools to help heal your family dynamic? Our mission is simple: The Weichman Clinic provides comprehensive mental health services, evaluations, diagnosis and collaborative treatment. And we do it all in one place with a special focus on the unique physiological and psychological needs of children and adolescents.The Weichman Clinic at Hoag Hospital's Neurosciences Institute provides unparalleled access to doctors and therapists who exclusively specialize in children and adolescents. Its multi-disciplinary team of professionals treats a variety of issues such as childhood or teenage developmental issues and complex mental health concerns. Each team member bring in-depth understanding of the unique needs of young people as well as a commitment to helping them gain insight into themselves so they can grow and thrive as adults.
We diagnose and serve children and adolescents coping with: * Abusive Dating Relationships * Academic Challenges * ADHD * Anxiety and Stress-Related Disorders * Austism and Spectrum-Related Disorders * Bipolar Disorder * Body Image Issues * Chronic Headaches * Concussions * Cutting and Self-Mutilation * Depression * Epilepsy * Family Relational Problems * Learning Disorders * Low Self Esteem * Movement Disorders * Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder * Oppositional Defiance and Behavioral Problems * Substance Abuse * Trauma and PTSD.
It's tough being a parent today. Do you have a kid or teen who is struggling? Does your family need answers about your child's state of mind or are looking for actual tools to help heal your family dynamic? Our mission is simple: The Weichman Clinic provides comprehensive mental health services, evaluations, diagnosis and collaborative treatment. And we do it all in one place with a special focus on the unique physiological and psychological needs of children and adolescents.The Weichman Clinic at Hoag Hospital's Neurosciences Institute provides unparalleled access to doctors and therapists who exclusively specialize in children and adolescents. Its multi-disciplinary team of professionals treats a variety of issues such as childhood or teenage developmental issues and complex mental health concerns. Each team member bring in-depth understanding of the unique needs of young people as well as a commitment to helping them gain insight into themselves so they can grow and thrive as adults.
My area of expertise is individual therapy with children and adolescents who exhibit severe behaviors such as verbal and physical aggression, property destruction, resistance to authority ( oppositional/defiant behaviors), self-injurious behaviors, and AWOL.
Family in crisis? Everyone in the family is impacted by the stressful environment when children refuse to follow directions and develop behaviors such as verbal aggression (disrespectful communication, degrading comments, verbally threaten others), emotional outbursts (yelling, temper tantrums), physical aggression toward self (i.e., cutting and/or burning self) or others (pushing and/or hitting others, destroying property), suicidal ideation (threat to self) and/or homicidal ideation (threat to others), and/or running away (AWOL). As a result of feelings of sadness and anger, children and parents often engage in power struggles.
My area of expertise is individual therapy with children and adolescents who exhibit severe behaviors such as verbal and physical aggression, property destruction, resistance to authority ( oppositional/defiant behaviors), self-injurious behaviors, and AWOL.
Family in crisis? Everyone in the family is impacted by the stressful environment when children refuse to follow directions and develop behaviors such as verbal aggression (disrespectful communication, degrading comments, verbally threaten others), emotional outbursts (yelling, temper tantrums), physical aggression toward self (i.e., cutting and/or burning self) or others (pushing and/or hitting others, destroying property), suicidal ideation (threat to self) and/or homicidal ideation (threat to others), and/or running away (AWOL). As a result of feelings of sadness and anger, children and parents often engage in power struggles.
Dr. Collier is a licensed neuropsychologist with particular expertise in brain structures and their impact on learning/behavior. Dr. Collier provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults with a variety of concerns, including (but not limited to): anxiety, OCD, depression, executive dysfunction (e.g., procrastination, impulsivity, motivation), social skills deficits and behavior challenges. Dr. Collier also specializes in the assessment and treatment of ADHD and has extensive experience providing behavior therapy to parents with children with ADHD and disruptive/ oppositional behaviors.
Dr. Collier is a licensed neuropsychologist with particular expertise in brain structures and their impact on learning/behavior. Dr. Collier provides psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults with a variety of concerns, including (but not limited to): anxiety, OCD, depression, executive dysfunction (e.g., procrastination, impulsivity, motivation), social skills deficits and behavior challenges. Dr. Collier also specializes in the assessment and treatment of ADHD and has extensive experience providing behavior therapy to parents with children with ADHD and disruptive/ oppositional behaviors.
Hi, my name is Matt Fleischman. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Newport Beach. I have over 10 years of experience working with children, teens, young adults, families, and couples with a variety of mental heath issues. I specialize in working with children and teens with: Behavior problems, ADHD, Depression, Trauma, and relationship difficulties. I am currently taking new clients. I look forward to working with you!
Hi, my name is Matt Fleischman. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Newport Beach. I have over 10 years of experience working with children, teens, young adults, families, and couples with a variety of mental heath issues. I specialize in working with children and teens with: Behavior problems, ADHD, Depression, Trauma, and relationship difficulties. I am currently taking new clients. I look forward to working with you!
The Mindful Lemon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92618 (Online Only)
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Irvine Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92618
Hello! Welcome to Irvine Family Counseling, a trusted home for the mental wellness and spiritual flourishing of individuals, couples and families. As a top-rated center for personal growth and transformation, we make it our priority to provide the most innovative, comprehensive and effective treatment available on the market. We collect the best practices from a variety of approaches and use our unique skill-sets to help you achieve a positive treatment outcome. Inspired by our own journey’s of personal success with mental wellness, we want you to experience the same joy and more.
Hello! Welcome to Irvine Family Counseling, a trusted home for the mental wellness and spiritual flourishing of individuals, couples and families. As a top-rated center for personal growth and transformation, we make it our priority to provide the most innovative, comprehensive and effective treatment available on the market. We collect the best practices from a variety of approaches and use our unique skill-sets to help you achieve a positive treatment outcome. Inspired by our own journey’s of personal success with mental wellness, we want you to experience the same joy and more.
The Sparrow Initiative
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92602 (Online Only)
Life in our demanding and unpredictable world can sometimes leave us exhausted, in pain, and unable to move forward. Whether your struggle is in response to a recent traumatic event or past hurt that never healed, there is hope for you to find peace, safety, and restoration.
Life in our demanding and unpredictable world can sometimes leave us exhausted, in pain, and unable to move forward. Whether your struggle is in response to a recent traumatic event or past hurt that never healed, there is hope for you to find peace, safety, and restoration.
Life could be thought of as a journey with many challenges, twists, turns, and peak experiences. Therapy is a personal investment we make in our self It can be a part of our life journey where we get to know and understand our self and others, and find the true meaning and purpose of our life. It can afford a person an opportunity to outgrow insecurities, discover his or her strength and become the best person you can possibly be. Therapy is for everyone a place to learn and grow.
Life could be thought of as a journey with many challenges, twists, turns, and peak experiences. Therapy is a personal investment we make in our self It can be a part of our life journey where we get to know and understand our self and others, and find the true meaning and purpose of our life. It can afford a person an opportunity to outgrow insecurities, discover his or her strength and become the best person you can possibly be. Therapy is for everyone a place to learn and grow.
Sandra Artar Bayindir
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92612
I specialize in working with infants, children and their families. I believe the process of psychotherapy is a shared experience between a therapist and a client. In our work, we together will create a space where we can reflect on your and your child’s feelings, thoughts and behaviours. I use play therapy and welcome parents into the world of their child.
I specialize in working with infants, children and their families. I believe the process of psychotherapy is a shared experience between a therapist and a client. In our work, we together will create a space where we can reflect on your and your child’s feelings, thoughts and behaviours. I use play therapy and welcome parents into the world of their child.
Julie J. Wells
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92606 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with relationship or personal issues? I invite you to schedule a free consultation so I can help you discover tools for better communication and emotional health. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all, let me assess what is going on for you and learn about the areas of stress in your life. I use a variety of methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Relaxation/Guided Imagery and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and families. I also specialize in grief, anxiety, blended families and co-parenting issues as a certified Parenting with Love and Logic Facilitator.
Are you struggling with relationship or personal issues? I invite you to schedule a free consultation so I can help you discover tools for better communication and emotional health. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all, let me assess what is going on for you and learn about the areas of stress in your life. I use a variety of methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Relaxation/Guided Imagery and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and families. I also specialize in grief, anxiety, blended families and co-parenting issues as a certified Parenting with Love and Logic Facilitator.
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.
Life is not easy and relationships are complicated. We all face moments in life that we experience difficulties at home, school, work, or in relationships. At times it can be very painful and may make you feel hopeless. Although friends and family can be of support, there are times when professional help is needed. I am here to walk with you during these difficult times. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I provide counseling for individual, couple, and family. I have over 10 years of training and professional experience.
Life is not easy and relationships are complicated. We all face moments in life that we experience difficulties at home, school, work, or in relationships. At times it can be very painful and may make you feel hopeless. Although friends and family can be of support, there are times when professional help is needed. I am here to walk with you during these difficult times. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I provide counseling for individual, couple, and family. I have over 10 years of training and professional experience.
Mandana Shahoveisi
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92612
Are you overwhelmed with negative feelings causing you to have depression and anxiety? Are you repeating the same behavioral patterns in your relationships? Would you like to learn new life skills such as coping skills, problem solving skills, and communication skills? Do you like to build up your self-esteem, self-confidence, self-love, and self-esteem? Or simply do you need to talk to someone objective and non-judgmental outside the circle of your family and friends? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, please pick up the phone and call me at: 949-350-5780
Are you overwhelmed with negative feelings causing you to have depression and anxiety? Are you repeating the same behavioral patterns in your relationships? Would you like to learn new life skills such as coping skills, problem solving skills, and communication skills? Do you like to build up your self-esteem, self-confidence, self-love, and self-esteem? Or simply do you need to talk to someone objective and non-judgmental outside the circle of your family and friends? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, please pick up the phone and call me at: 949-350-5780
I specialize in working with children, families, couples, and individual adults of all ages, addressing a variety of issues including ADHD, behavioral disruption, developmental concerns, anxiety, trauma, depression, parenting, relationship challenges, and school/career support.
I specialize in working with children, families, couples, and individual adults of all ages, addressing a variety of issues including ADHD, behavioral disruption, developmental concerns, anxiety, trauma, depression, parenting, relationship challenges, and school/career support.
Any new journey begins with courage, and therapy is no different. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about collaborating with my clients in creating a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment to support them in building skills and supports that will help them today and for the future. Our work will focus on your hopes and goals as you create the life you always wanted.
Any new journey begins with courage, and therapy is no different. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about collaborating with my clients in creating a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment to support them in building skills and supports that will help them today and for the future. Our work will focus on your hopes and goals as you create the life you always wanted.
Asking for help can be one of the most difficult and even scariest thing for you to do. But therapy doesn't have to be so daunting nor does it have to take years for you to feel better. The therapy space should feel safe and empowering in order for you to be able to share, to learn, to consider a different perspective, to gain insight, to process your experiences, to start healing your emotional wounds, and to grow. You are not alone in feeling lost, helpless, angry, or confused. WE ALL feel this way at some point in, or about some areas of, our lives. A burden shared is a burden less heavy.
Asking for help can be one of the most difficult and even scariest thing for you to do. But therapy doesn't have to be so daunting nor does it have to take years for you to feel better. The therapy space should feel safe and empowering in order for you to be able to share, to learn, to consider a different perspective, to gain insight, to process your experiences, to start healing your emotional wounds, and to grow. You are not alone in feeling lost, helpless, angry, or confused. WE ALL feel this way at some point in, or about some areas of, our lives. A burden shared is a burden less heavy.
Courtney Leedom MFT specializes in treating depression, anxiety, relationship dysfunction, and childhood disorders. Courtney uses relationship-based psychotherapy as well as cognitive behavioral techniques.When treating children, she uses developmental techniques including play and art therapy.
Courtney Leedom MFT specializes in treating depression, anxiety, relationship dysfunction, and childhood disorders. Courtney uses relationship-based psychotherapy as well as cognitive behavioral techniques.When treating children, she uses developmental techniques including play and art therapy.
Jennifer Lyn Harber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S, CAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92618
My entire 29 year career has been working with teenagers and children in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have extensive experience and expertise in helping minors and their families improve communication, relationships, and address mental health issues.
My entire 29 year career has been working with teenagers and children in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have extensive experience and expertise in helping minors and their families improve communication, relationships, and address mental health issues.
My passion is helping clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves and supporting them on their journey towards mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Recognizing that each client is unique and that there is no one size fits all to therapy, my therapeutic approach is tailored to meet the individual and specific needs of each client. I provide a safe, accepting, and empowering environment to bring about change and healing.
My passion is helping clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves and supporting them on their journey towards mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Recognizing that each client is unique and that there is no one size fits all to therapy, my therapeutic approach is tailored to meet the individual and specific needs of each client. I provide a safe, accepting, and empowering environment to bring about change and healing.
Pilar Aguero-Cardosa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92606 (Online Only)
I strive to help my clients achieve lasting change though natural means such as self-compassion, mindfulness, and positive empowerment. I like to work with individuals, families, and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, and anger problems. During my over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist, I have to achieve an extensive experience working with couples and families issues such as making the marriage work, divorce, blended families daily situations and co-parenting. My main goal is to help clients solved their presenting problems with the least amount of sessions possible.
I strive to help my clients achieve lasting change though natural means such as self-compassion, mindfulness, and positive empowerment. I like to work with individuals, families, and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, and anger problems. During my over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist, I have to achieve an extensive experience working with couples and families issues such as making the marriage work, divorce, blended families daily situations and co-parenting. My main goal is to help clients solved their presenting problems with the least amount of sessions possible.
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Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists
What is the most effective treatment for oppositional defiant disorder?
The treatment of Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) will involve multiple approaches designed to help both the youngster and their parents, sometimes including medication. A therapist will help a child learn ways to regulate their emotions, curb their impulsiveness, and counteract anger, defiance, and disruption, while showing parents ways to bring these lessons into their home. A technique designed for children with conditions like ODD, known as Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS), may also be used. CPS addresses a child’s concerns and rewards appropriate responses while discouraging harsh punishment or criticism.
How does treatment for oppositional defiant disorder work?
Treatment for ODD addresses the issues underlying a child’s defiance and disruption, the emotional regulation and impulse-control skills they lack, and the way adults respond to them. ODD therapy is based on the idea that children with the disorder understand the difference between right and wrong, that they want to behave well, and that, with help, they can. By responding to the child with empathy instead of harsh criticism, ignoring nonviolent behaviors, and rewarding positive actions, a therapist, and the other adults in a child’s life, can help children improve their behavior.
How long does therapy for oppositional defiant disorder take?
Therapy for oppositional defiant disorder is not a short-term undertaking. Depending on the severity of a child’s symptoms, their age, the presence of other conditions like ADHD, anxiety or a mood disorder, and their family dynamic, it can take months before improvement is noted. The cooperation of parents and teachers is crucial, because the skills learned in therapy must be practiced in real-world situations, with all their potential triggers.
Does oppositional defiant disorder go away?
ODD can remit following treatment. ODD is often diagnosed in nursery school, and early intervention is essential for a positive prognosis. In two-thirds of children, according to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, symptoms resolve within three years.