Parenting Therapists in Laguna Hills, CA

Believe YOU CAN & you're half way there. My PASSION as your psychotherapist is helping you embrace HEALING & HOPE, through TENDER UNDERSTANDING & COMPASSION with current researched based methods in counseling. I connect deeply with my clients in a trust relationship that creates an experience of complete support. My focus is on the wellness of your entire person, not just the issue you walk in with. I have a big heart and give wise counsel, with solid credentials underneath.

"The future depends on what we do in the present." Mahatma Gandhi As a therapist I use Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused Therapy to help my clients explore and resolve current and past issues holding them back. I help clients get unstuck in their lives, learn the skill sets needed to repair and rebuild relationships, heal emotional wounds and pursue the life they envision. I reinforce personal and professional growth,self awareness and life fulfillment.

My passion is helping others through life's ups and down standing along side them in the journey. I have found through therapeutic sessions a common thread, and that is finding and holding on to hope, and the struggle in learning to truly love yourself. This can come from a number of reasons including past trauma, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, early childhood beliefs, and the list goes on. When an individual is comfortable "being in their own skin" they can move forward into healthy relationships and joy in life beginning to feel true love and hope bringing lifetime contentment.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have 30 years of experience working with trauma, addictions and relationship issues. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitizing and Reprocessing), Psychodrama and Sand tray therapy. I provide individual and group psychotherapy including coping with cancer for patients and families due to my own experience with the devastating effects of cancer on my family. I utilize Breath Work, Guided Imagery and Visualization techniques to build your inner strength to face life's challenges. As a clinician I also want to support my colleagues and I provide Compassion Fatigue Management Workshops

Are you going through a tough time? Do you feel stuck? Reaching out for help from a therapist can feel overwhelming. I commend you for taking this step. The relationship between therapist and client is one of trust which is vital to the healing process. I will provide a warm, welcoming, come as you are environment in which you and I can explore what is bringing you to therapy. After a detailed assessment, we will collaborate on a treatment plan that suits your needs and goals in order to get you on the path to achieving healing and wellness.

Elise Collier is a seasoned therapist specializing in adverse childhood experiences, CPTSD, depression, anxiety, dissociation, and addiction. Since 2009, she has honed her expertise in residential treatment facilities, intensive outpatient programs, and private practice. Elise's extensive training includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Psychodrama, Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and attachment-based Somatic Experiencing. She holds certifications in EMDR, Structural Dissociation Integration Therapy, and Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy. Elise also helps clients weave their spiritual practices in their healing journey.

Relationships and Life Transitions can be challenging. Successful partnerships don't happen by accident. DISCOVER individual blocks to become the partner you want to be. CREATE a relationship that brings out the best in you. CHANGE unproductive thoughts and behaviors that keep you stuck. I am skilled at helping you learn and practice skills which can lead to a more fulfilled personal and professional life. I also work with "mixed agenda", couples (couples on the verge of a break up), who need short term counseling to help them make their own decision about what their next steps will be.

I provide therapy for individuals, couples and families, and have experience with issues that are typically encountered by people at some point in their lifetime - sadness, worry, grief, loss, and relationship difficulties. I also specialize in working with children, who often express emotional issues through difficult/challenging behaviors.

Change is hard! Isn't the alternative worse? Life can be very challenging and demanding. It can even seem extremely overwhelming. The good news is you don't have to feel alone. Seeking help is a sign of courage and strength, which I foster in practice. I offer assistance in finding ways to manage your stressors in ways that work for you. Improving self-esteem, learning to cope, and managing emotions is all possible. I won’t promise it will be easy (therapy rarely is). But I can promise you, it will be worth it.

Hello and welcome to my practice. I am a licensed psychologist with over 44 years of experience practicing psychotherapy with individuals and couples. When you are feeling troubled and don't know where to turn, therapy can be a safe place to work through your difficulties and concerns. Many of us would rather try to deal with problems on our own; but when you are feeling "stuck" or when problems keep repeating, an objective person who knows how to listen can help you through a difficult time.

Problems are often a catalyst for transformation. . . you becoming your greatest self. Our work together will help clarify your preferences and identify what gets in the way of living the life you want. My approach to working with individuals, couples and families is collaborative and strength based. Each client brings rich experience and personal resources to the therapeutic process. These strengths will be foundational to our work together. I am experienced in treating a broad range of problems including depression and anxiety disorders, relational problems, as well as issues relating to trauma or loss.

As a psychologist and psychoanalyst I believe most of us can benefit from some treatment of psychotherapy/psychoanalysis. Human life can be challenging and our emotions turbulent and elusive. It is costly in every way to embark on a journey to self explore, but most people find the experience rewarding and invaluable.

YOU have a unique ability and drive towards health and wholeness mentally, physically, and spiritually, and to relate to others in meaningful ways. Due to various experiences or traumas, that natural process can become blocked causing depression, anxiety, and disconnection from others. I enjoy working toward establishing safe, fun ways to find FREEDOM to bring joy and fulfillment! I welcome the opportunity to help you in your journey!

It is my belief that the most healing aspect of therapy is the therapeutic relationship. For it is only through this foundation that our deepest and most personal wounds can be healed. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, families and teens and helping patients gain a greater understanding of themselves and the important people in their life. My goal is to empower patients to be vulnerable and honest with themselves and others and thereby make healthy life choices and impact change in their relationships.

My primary goal as a therapist is to foster a safe, supportive, accepting and also challenging space that encourages personal growth and healing for each of my clients. To achieve this, I use an integrative treatment approach, grounded in psychodynamic and interpersonal theories, that encourages mindful self-reflection on internal experiences, authentic expression of affect and a benign curiosity about our personal experiences. My experience and training have made me comfortable working with a range of mental health concerns and a diversity of cultural backgrounds.

Struggling with addiction and feel rehab isn’t an option? Leaving your family, job, school and responsibilities for an extended period of time is not always needed to get yourself healthy and on track. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, I know the challenges of this lifestyle. Being caught in the cycle of addiction is hard-feelings of fear, failure, guilt, and shame. You may have tried stopping on your own, only to find yourself engaging in the same unhelpful behavior. Breaking this cycle alone is tough! Counseling may be more effective for you than rehab. I specialize in moderation & abstinence based approaches.

Is your first waking thought one of tracking chronic pain in your body to see “how bad it is going to be today?” Do you immediately tense up thinking of how much pain you are in? Do you search for something to distract and numb? Have you been diagnosed with migraine, chronic back pain, IBS, fibromyalgia, or maybe more than one of these? Most of my clients have been in chronic pain for years and have visited doctor after doctor in search of solutions.

I enjoy seeing the relief and joy return to my client's lives again once they learn new ways to cope and manage life. Therapy works quickly when one is ready to change. I can really motivate and inspire new ways to live using multiple techniques to create immediate and lasting change. We all want a high quality of life, yet have limited amounts of time. Changes can occur even coming to counseling every other week or monthly. It can even be done online if you're busy traveling or have a hectic schedule. Self care is something we all must do to have a balanced life that is healthy in mind, body and spirit. Are you caring for yourself?

Life is more than just struggling to exist or survive. Allow therapy to be the bridge that teaches you how to overcome the problems you face and the loneliness you feel. I use the proven technique of Emotionally-Focused Therapy which quickly can bring changes that heal and restore your life and relationships. Whether you are dealing with depression, anxiety, addiction, or any life burden that has you lost....come and take the next step to a better life and healthy connections.