Managed Health Network (MHN) Therapists in Newport Beach, CA

I would describe my therapeutic approach as empathic, compassionate, non-judgmental, collaborative, and empowering. It is important that my clients feel seen, heard, understood, and empowered. I believe that fostering a safe and secure therapeutic relationship is crucial in the therapeutic process. I also believe in meeting the clients where they are at any given moment and empowering them to discover insights and skills that work best for them.

Justin is a passionate clinician who is dedicated to promoting social justice and equity in mental healthcare. As an LGBTQ+ identifying clinician, Justin brings a unique perspective to his work that's rooted in compassion and empathy for marginalized communities. He focuses on providing trauma-informed care. Justin holds a Master’s degree in Psychology and is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology. His areas of expertise include treating teens and young adults, LGBTQ+ populations, Asian American and Filipinx individuals, interpersonal conflict, and career counseling.

Hi and welcome! My name is Traysi Flores and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I believe that therapy is a unique experience; an hour of your time in which you are able to slow down, self-reflect, look at experiences through a different lens, and focus on navigating difficult emotions and experiences in a way that fosters healing and growth. I've found that my approach is most effective with young adults and millennials facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, navigating difficult life transitions, self-esteem issues, and developmental trauma.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in California, specializing in individual and group therapy. I have over 20 years of experience providing services to adults and adolescents including case management, individual and group therapy. I work with clients using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and other modalities to help them learn how to recognize and change unhealthy or painful patterns in their lives.

Hello, my name is Stephan Paul Ouellette. I have been a licensed clinical social worker in the state of California since 2000. I approach therapy from a client-centered, collaborative, empathic, and strengths-based perspective. I have 25-plus years of experience working with folks living with HIV/AIDS and from the LGBTQ-plus communities. My primary focus is helping clients to proactively respond to such conditions as depression, anxiety, grief and bereavement, substance use and abuse concerns, and adjustment to chronic and sometimes life-threatening health conditions.

Why is it that the person we love the most can become the most threatening to us? We want to feel connected and yet our behaviors end up pushing them away…and vice versa. You’re not alone. Most couples can find themselves in a negative cycle at some point, unable to find their way out of it. We are social animals! We need each other! Attachment science makes sense of our interactions with each other. I love helping couples and families understand their particular dance, making the connections between what the the underlying need is and more adaptive ways to express that need, thereby bringing a feeling of safety and connection.

LaKisha L. Johnson, PPSC, LCSW is a therapist, consultant, and advocate who believes in building bridges and breaking barriers. She has been providing mental health services for over 16 years. She earned her Bachelor of Arts from UC Berkeley, before continuing to study mental health at the University of Southern California and earning her clinical license. LaKisha specializes in providing effective interventions for Depression, Co-Parenting Conflict, and Trauma across the lifespan and is committed to helping people recover from emotional injury and discover their purpose.

My name is Dineytra (pronounced Da-nay-tra) Lee-Perez, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. As a proud therapist who has a therapist, I am an advocate for the de-stigmatization and normalization of mental illness, and for the promotion of mental health awareness and education throughout all communities. Using an integrative approach, my goal is to help you improve your daily functioning and achieve the quality of life that you deserve.

Understanding the unique challenges faced by individuals and couples today, I am dedicated to helping you navigate these complexities toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and stress management, while also enhancing relationships through improved communication and conflict resolution for couples.

I believe therapy is a journey we embark on together, where I can provide support and guidance as you explore those parts of yourself that previously felt too dark or broken to reveal. My goal is for the therapy room to be sacred space where you feel valued and heard; and most importantly, where you feel safe.

Hi! My name is Carmi Ruiz and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I'm based in Washington state and licensed in both California and Washington but I'm working statewide with California clients via telehealth. I work with adults and older adults, and I specialize in PTSD, anxiety and depression. My specialty population has historically been military, from active duty to spouse, to Veteran, however I also enjoy working with general population.

I applaud your courage and strength in taking the first step toward well-being. My approach is Holistic and Cultural sensitive, with individually tailored goals that address Mind, Body, and Spirit Wellness. My clients are teens and older adults (LGBTQ+) with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and substance abuse. I can appreciate clients who want to heal & improve their lives. They are willing to make the necessary changes to build inner strengths, increase feelings of empowerment, implement boundaries and learn to Trust vulnerabilities in healthy relationships.

I am a passionate therapist seeking to walk alongside my client's through providing empathy and a safe space. I became motivated to become a therapist due to my own family traumas and addictions. While navigating through life I recognized the need for a safe person to listen, validate when appropriate, challenge and motivate to get through trying times. This is the person I want to be for my clients.

I practice general psychology and works with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, prenatal and postpartum issues, anger, parenting challenges, and couples issues. I also have a concentrated interest in the family of origin trauma.

My name is Karmelle Ramillano and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in mood, anxiety, and trauma disorders. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients care for their mental well-being and achieve their mental health goals. I typically work with adults from as young as 18 years old to adults in their 60s who are hoping to process trauma. Other conditions I most often treat include depression, anxiety, PTSD, low self-esteem, and stress.

I offer therapy for individuals and couples, specializing in alternative lifestyles, including non-monogamy, polyamory, BDSM/kink, and sex work. Utilizing Gottman's couples methods, I address relationship and intimacy issues, helping you navigate the complexities of your unique lifestyle and its societal pressures with understanding and depth. My work is committed to promoting emotional resilience and connection within a safe, non-judgemental, supportive environment. Let’s collaborate to foster your growth and well-being. Together, we'll explore new paths to enhance your relationships and personal growth.

Hi there, my name is Lindsay and I am passionate about therapy and its ability to help us heal and grow. As humans we are all facing some kind of giants of our own. Whether it is current or something of the past, there is hope. I enjoy working with all populations of clients, especially, individuals, couples, and families facing issues within their relationships or having personal struggles of their own such as anxiety, depression, abuse, grief/loss, addiction, low self-esteem, life transition, or identity issues, just to name a few. My approach is holistic, I like to focus on the entire person not just their symptoms/problem.

Your main goal, regardless of the challenges you face, is to find solutions. Whether it's addiction, depression, relationship difficulties, or any other obstacles, you desire a caring and attentive person who will support you, listen to you, and guide you as a coach on your path to resolution.

“I have a deep belief in treating the whole human being and not just the symptom whether it be physical, psychological or spiritual. Both my skill as a therapist and my knowledge of East/ West Psychology aids me in providing essential knowledge and techniques for clients to affect change. I have been in the fields of therapy and mindfulness meditation for the last 20 years and in that time I have focused on integrating what works for those clients I have served. My work is informed by over two decades of exploration into the heart and mind. From the monasteries of Asia to the lecture halls of cutting edge American Universities.