Family Therapy in Newport Beach, CA

TEENS - your happy outgoing child has been replaced by a secretive/withdrawn, irritable/defiant teenager, creating worry, anxiety, chaos. You find yourself reacting to your teen, rather than enjoying a happy family. You've tried everything - bribery, setting boundaries, making demands, hurling threats. It's only gotten worse. Worried over the cause of your teen's change - addiction, (alcohol or drug abuse), ADD/ADHD, body image/self esteem issues (anorexia, bulimia, cutting, weight) bullying, maybe your pending divorce...anxiety, depression, school, suicide attempts, suicide of a friend or family member...

I believe that life ebbs and flows with the changes of life's demands. Many of these changes are positive ones, but at times hardships can follow, needing assistance and guidance in finding solutions. This is where the therapeutic process can help in alleviating your symptoms, bringing about new energy and happiness in enjoying life's many adventures. My enjoyment in the therapeutic process is one of discovery and collaboration in identifying difficulties and solutions to the patient's problems. Above all, I believe the relationship between the patient and therapist is the cornerstone to achieving the patient's goals.

Have you been feeling overwhelming sad, anxious or out of control? Are you a parent at your wit's end and feeling desperate about how to manage your child’s ADHD or defiant behaviors? Maybe you're simply looking to be more mindful and intentional in your daily choices? If so, rest assured that I am personally committed to helping each client explore individualized tools for navigating life’s journey with authenticity and integrity. All services are backed by more than 25 years of clinical experience helping clients of all ages find pathways to personal and family wellness.

I know that choosing to enter therapy is a difficult decision. Sometimes it's the result of painful life events. Other times it arises out of a growing sense of unhappiness individually or in a relationship. Whatever the cause, I am committed to making your first steps as comfortable as possible because your ability to be yourself is essential to the process. So that you know to expect, the process begins by setting up an initial appointment. There we'll discuss what brings you to therapy. Together we'll discern if we have the possibility of a good therapeutic relationship.

Calling all Athletes, Performers and Parents of Athletes and Performers! Is the stress never ending? Do racing and overwhelming thoughts keep you feeling stuck? The high expectations and the pressure to "be perfect" are so intense its hard to even breath? If you or a loved one is having difficulty with their performance anxiety, focus, life transitions, or finding a healthy balance in all aspects of life i.e. sports, work, family, school, I'm here to HELP. If you are frustrated that everything else you have tried up to this point has made no improvements or significant changes, please reach out to me and make healthy changes TODAY!

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Newport Beach. I believe at the core of therapy is a relationship between the therapist and the patient, and I aim to partner in their healing. Over the course of my career, I have gained valuable experience working in various settings, including non-profit organizations, substance use facilities, and private practices. I have extensive experience with relationship issues including divorce counseling and single parenting. I believe by using combination of techniques learned in therapy, my clients are able to access the power within them and end their struggles and sufferings.

INTERRACIAL COUPLES…. Culturally diverse factors may exist but the underlining issues threatening your happiness are the same as any other relationship. Emotional detachment leaving you feeling isolated and disconnected when there has been a shift in focus to career, friends, children, hobbies or social activities. Your partner fails to express gratitude or appreciation for the contribution you make to the relationship leaving you agitated and bitter. Sensing a loss of sexual intimacy or struggling with physical affection. Toxic Masculinity or Femininity may have left you defenseless against verbal or physical abuse.

Life adjustments can really throw us off balance. They can cause us to ruminate, increase our already present feelings of anxiety or sadness, and make us shame-spiral as well. I believe that therapy exists to guide us through such trying times. Therapy is there to help us find self-acceptance, be our true selves, and push us out of our comfort zones in such a way that we become stronger and more resilient individuals. As a mental health therapist specializing in men's issues, I take an integrative approach to therapy with an emphasis on a client-centered methodology to meet the unique needs of each individual.

Everyone has a story they want to tell. Some people just find themselves missing the tools to tell it effectively. Others simply want to revise their story to help them reach new heights. My aim is to help people better understand the themes and parts of their story that have been leading to problems in their lives, while highlighting and focusing on the themes that have led to positivity and success. I do therapy through a Humanistic, narrative lens, helping those under my care with video game addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma as well as interpersonal issues.

I believe that the key to finding inner strength and balance is within all of us. I specialize in empowering people who suffer from addiction, substance abuse, and mood disorders (anxiety, depression, anger) to take control of their lives. Substance abuse and addiction is a disease that effects the entire family, therefore family counseling and co-dependence therapy is a very important part of my treatment.

I'm interested in helping you understand what triggers your emotional distress and why, as well as what to do about it. My approach engages your mind, body, and inner wisdom as we work together to meet your therapy goals. I'll teach you skills for managing your emotions and stress while helping you transform challenges into opportunities for growth, self-acceptance, and healing. I'm best suited to treat anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, and the lingering challenges of having grown up in a highly-stressed family.

Seeking help is a courageous decision. Finding the right therapist is a highly individual choice. If you or someone you know is looking for a compassionate, trustworthy, discerning and wise therapist who can blend clinical excellence with extensive life experience, please give me a call. It would be my pleasure to learn more about your situation and explain how I can be of help. I work best with patients who recognize significant issues or challenges and are willing to look deeper into themselves and the world around them to affect positive growth and change.

Are you struggling to get what you want in your relationship with your significant other, partner, family member, co-worker, or friend? For most of us, connecting with others is the most important aspect in life. My therapeutic goal is to help loved ones develop the skills and capacity to think relationally instead of individually. I provide education and new strategies for relating and communicating, so you can have deeper connection with both yourself and others.. I help you see your pattern, help you understand where it came from, and teach you REAL skills so that your relationship can be more honest, loving, and fulfilling.

Do you struggle with body image and self-worth issues? Does your relationship with food need mending? After a decade of experience as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and registered art therapist in California, Nevada, and Colorado, I have developed a system to help you become confident and live a balanced life.

Effective Talk Therapy for Individuals & Couples. Relationships are one of the most important aspects of our lives and yet they can be so problematic, stressful and confusing. Whether you are struggling with a partner, spouse, family member, child, parent or co-worker, it can be helpful to speak with a relationship specialist. Therapy Where You Need it. When You Need It. Dually Licensed and honored to be Serving all California and Hawaii Residents. Easy scheduling and reliable effective support. For quick online scheduling and additional information, please visit: www.TejeCounseling.com

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.

This may not be an easy time in your life and I respect your courage to reach out for help. Hiding fear of failure or family pressure to be perfect and make it look effortless is a daily struggle. I know you can be overwhelmed. Frustrated and angry. I have lived it and have decades of experience. After facing the pressure from parents, peers, or yourself, you need a place to sort out who you are and how you fit into these pieces. You may be looking for a safe place to work through your challenges, such as when you are experiencing anxiety or depression, or even a unique cultural experience that you feel nobody understands.

Welcome! It would be a pleasure to work with you on your therapeutic journey! It takes a lot of strength and courage to be able to seek help! We work with individuals, couples, and families, including but not limited to depression/anxiety, trauma, addiction/substance abuse, premarital counseling, and relationship issues. We specialize in trauma work and integrate EMDR therapy and somatic experiencing to work through unresolved trauma and adverse events from the past that may leave you stuck we well.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Professor of Psychology. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services that span from therapy for depression and anxiety to parenting support, couples counseling, individual therapy, and psychological testing. I offer my services in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and supportive atmosphere in English and Farsi.