Behavioral Issues Therapists in Mission Viejo, CA

Starting therapy is an important step to taking care of you. Whether you are feeling depressed, anxious, confused about your next step in life, or having relationship problems, talking with a therapist can help provide you with a clearer perspective of challenging situations and relationships. Finding a therapist you can relate to and feel comfortable with is very important for therapy to be successful. That's why I'm available to consult with you by phone or email as you look for a therapist to work with.

My counseling is based on listening to you, using a combination of the tools that you have developed and the tools that I have learned, from my studies and throughout life. We work together toward the goals of gaining understanding, clarity, direction, and growth, allowing for more enjoyment in your life. I am committed to help you meet those goals.

My goal as a therapist is to create a supportive environment where my clients can explore their emotional needs and overcome the obstacles which are keeping them from experiencing their fullest potential. I utilize a compassionate and collaborative approach in therapy to support my clients in addressing their life, relationships and the challenges they face. Whether you are seeking healing from the past, help for the present or hope for the future I can help!

Are you consumed with your relationship and family life? Depression can overwhelm and take over our lives. I specialize in changing negative experiences, through cognitive therapy. I teach you essential tools and reframe your life experiences by focusing on your strengths . I have a multi cultural background that helps with cultural issues related to relationship conflicts. I can work on your self esteem and empower you. I have experience in couple conflict resolution and I teach essential tools to deal with feelings of depression and loss.

I believe the area that I am best suited in treating is the addictive mind. Assisting in changing the way that you perceive problems and engaging you in the importance and meaning of what you are experiencing. Making meaning of our suffering and losses is most important. I view most issues presented by my clients as traumatic, accompanied with shock, struggling to make sense of what is happening. Whether it be a divorce, a death, or a change of circumstance we are required to 'change'. Developing flexabilty, humor and courage for life is my goal in our work.

Dr. Kristin Bachman believes in individualized, client focused care that is designed to fit your life. Kristin has over 10 years of experience and is passionate about providing counseling that encourages her clients to live their best lives yet. Kristin has a PhD in Clinical Psychology who specializes in treating children, adolescents and adults who struggle with grief & loss, anxiety, life transitions including parental divorce and general mental health and wellness. Additionally, Kristin provides both care and psychological testing for ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorders and other psychological disorders.

I provide several types of psychological, employment-related, psychoeducational, developmental, and neuropsychological evaluations. State-of-the-art methods including TOVA and interactive iPad-based tests for efficient and accurate services. I am insurance-contracted and work with diverse populations and testing purposes. If you are recommended, requested, or ordered to undergo assessment, please reach out. You will receive a high-quality, scientifically informed evaluation, with a comprehensive report, feedback, and recommendations. I am a practicing clinical and professorial member of the International Neuropsychological Society.

Are you tired of "being sick and tired"? Do you need to break unhealthy habits? It is time to take control. Deal with the issues that cause you to feel depressed, anxious, angry and stuck in unhealthy relationships. Stop blaming others, beating yourself up and sabotaging yourself. Stop feeling guilty and recalling mistakes you have made. Love yourself and be the best person you can be. Improve your self-confidence, your self -esteem and your relationships. It is time for you to decide " What do you want to do with your life"? You can be transformed and re-newed.

Are you feeling stuck? I can help. Raising a family, excelling at your work and maintaining healthy relationships can all be challenging. Sometimes those challenges can result in fulfillment and sometimes they can be so stressful as to make us feel anxious, depressed, sad, angry or uncertain. Therapy can provide perspective and offer new skills to promote positive change. I offer a supportive environment to assist you in working through your life and relationship challenges in order to create more satisfaction and joy in your life. See more details at leslierennick.com.

I have been working with individuals and families for over 20 years. I love helping individuals and families feel more competent and happy. Whether it is an issue with your preschooler or communication problems with your teenager, I can help find a solution that everyone can live with.

Life poses many challenges and seasons for us all and most of the time we are able to take control of these situations in a healthy manner and move forward. However, sometimes we are unexpectedly troubled by our experiences and need help navigating beyond them. It is with these moments that therapy can offer insight into the cause, objective feedback, and treatment that will help you to move forward in a happy and healthy way.

I have been working with children and their families for over 20 years, licensed eight years. I enjoy working with children of all ages; that is children ages 12-18 and anyone else who has had difficulty in their childhoods and is having trouble in their relationships today and anyone else which insurance refers. Basically You talk, I listen, Insurance pays ( well most of the time they do!!) I have a GREAT sense of humor and use it often. I AM NOT TAKING ANY NEW CLIENT AT THIS TIME

I am an individual, marital, family and child therapist who currently works with a wide range of patients. My specialties include addressing issues of grief and loss, relationship concerns, parent/child issues, depression, abuse, substances/alcohol dependence, family transitions and issues related to aging. My approach is to encourage a healing relationship in a trusting environment where personal and family growth can occur.

I believe therapy can be a powerful tool to overcome life's obstacles. My clients want to learn how to approach these obstacles and apply their new skills as problems arise; this allows my clients to feel confident in making positive, lasting changes in their lives. I often work with individuals, both adults and adolescents, who want to learn how to be more mindful in their lives and want help "getting out of their heads so to speak." My clients often want to re-establish their inner strength and learn how to better problem-solve in order to improve their lives.

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

There will be instances when you feel "stuck" or experience suffering. The time is now to invest in yourself. Guidance from a professional outside of the current situation may provide necessary support to alleviate distress and find your path with a more informed perspective. I offer a warm and safe environment in which to explore areas of concern and strength. With over two decades of experience, I have treated issues not limited to: anxiety, co-dependency, recovery, life transitions, chronic illness, abuse, childhood disorders, divorce, co-parenting, and depression.

I have a deep respect for those who enter therapy and trust me with their story. I feel honored to be of support to my clients and help them as they work through issues of anxiety, anger, depression and trauma. I provide a warm, open environment for every client I meet and create a safe space for healing, understanding, and solutions to unfold. I have a common-sense approach that makes the therapy process clear and understandable, and I believe in the inner strengths and wisdom of every individual. If we work together, it will be a partnership and collaboration wherein your goals are our focus.

Nobody is broken. We all have challenges and areas where we need to grow, and it takes bravery to face those aspects of ourselves that require growth. Being truly seen and truly heard make a world of difference in accelerating that process. I have over 20 years' experience and am adept at holding space with empathy, love, and compassion. My style is sincere, warm, and engaging with a facility for attuning to my clients and their struggles. I’m here to shine light with you and to provide a safe container to express and experience what needs to be seen, felt, or released. I also offer clinical supervision to therapist interns.

If you are struggling with low self-esteem, confusion, anxiety, or depression, I will be a compassionate guide. If you have self-defeating beliefs and patterns, together we can create a new mindset. If your relationships are disappointing, I will help you confront the roadblocks. If your marriage is stagnant, I can assist you to intentionally create the "WOW in your VOW". If you are reeling from betrayal, broken relationships, family conflict, parenting or step-parenting issues, I can assist you in developing a strategy that will work for you. If you are grieving, I will walk beside you.