Parenting Therapists in North Tustin, CA

Rosa M Santoyo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
North Tustin, CA 92705
I have taught parenting classes for over 25 years.
I have many years of experience in treating people that are depressed and anxious. I also have much experience in treating victims of PTSD, domestic violence and child abuse. I am bilingual and bicultural and offer the unique skill of working with Spanish speaking clients.
I have taught parenting classes for over 25 years.
I have many years of experience in treating people that are depressed and anxious. I also have much experience in treating victims of PTSD, domestic violence and child abuse. I am bilingual and bicultural and offer the unique skill of working with Spanish speaking clients.
(714) 905-5935 View (714) 905-5935
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Harpreet Kaur
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Tustin, CA 92705
Please visit pediatricpsychology.org to learn more about my practice. I am a board-certified clinical child and adolescent psychologist. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults ages 4-25 and their families to identify specific concerns, set goals, and develop a treatment plan to help us best meet our goals. I value patient and parent feedback, and my hope is that we can facilitate growth and change as a team.
Please visit pediatricpsychology.org to learn more about my practice. I am a board-certified clinical child and adolescent psychologist. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults ages 4-25 and their families to identify specific concerns, set goals, and develop a treatment plan to help us best meet our goals. I value patient and parent feedback, and my hope is that we can facilitate growth and change as a team.
(949) 368-0877 View (949) 368-0877
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Melinda A. Zaccagnino
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT
Verified Verified
North Tustin, CA 92705
Life holds uncertainty and breeds confusion. It is often difficult to navigate oneself through the murky waters that seem to be apart of this life flow . Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy can provide clarity, understanding and an empowered sense of who you are. Through the increased ability to be aware of your internal experience, comes the ability to manage what comes your way and how best to care for yourself and loved ones. A deep sense of joy is attained as grief, loss and disillusionment are faced. This intimate journey with your self and with me holds the possibility of transformation in the most fundamental ways.
Life holds uncertainty and breeds confusion. It is often difficult to navigate oneself through the murky waters that seem to be apart of this life flow . Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy can provide clarity, understanding and an empowered sense of who you are. Through the increased ability to be aware of your internal experience, comes the ability to manage what comes your way and how best to care for yourself and loved ones. A deep sense of joy is attained as grief, loss and disillusionment are faced. This intimate journey with your self and with me holds the possibility of transformation in the most fundamental ways.
(714) 594-9983 View (714) 594-9983
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Peggy Margaret Heald
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
North Tustin, CA 92705
Christians from all over Orange County have been referred to me from their churches. I specialize in all family relationships and love to do marriage counseling,healing past wounds of abuse, painful childhoods, angry children & teens,fears, anxiety, depression, grief,blended family stress and issues affecting your relationship with God.
Christians from all over Orange County have been referred to me from their churches. I specialize in all family relationships and love to do marriage counseling,healing past wounds of abuse, painful childhoods, angry children & teens,fears, anxiety, depression, grief,blended family stress and issues affecting your relationship with God.
(714) 582-3879 View (714) 582-3879
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Tamara Kubiak
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Tustin, CA 92705
Are you struggling in your relationship? Are you feeling misunderstood, unheard or alone? Are you and your partner finding it next to impossible to get along? Has there been an affair? When couples feel stuck in the way they think, feel and act, it's time to make a change. In some cases, new communication skills can help ease the tension and move the relationship in the right direction. If there's been a betrayal in the relationship, it's possible to heal. Trust can be restored and healing can begin, let me show you how. I also offer couple intensives. Give me a call to find out more.
Are you struggling in your relationship? Are you feeling misunderstood, unheard or alone? Are you and your partner finding it next to impossible to get along? Has there been an affair? When couples feel stuck in the way they think, feel and act, it's time to make a change. In some cases, new communication skills can help ease the tension and move the relationship in the right direction. If there's been a betrayal in the relationship, it's possible to heal. Trust can be restored and healing can begin, let me show you how. I also offer couple intensives. Give me a call to find out more.
(949) 536-8709 View (949) 536-8709
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Jennifer Walsvick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Tustin, CA 92705
Congratulations on taking this step to finding a new path to peace & true happiness. This is a difficult step and it shows how strong you really are. I am excited to walk beside you on this journey!
Congratulations on taking this step to finding a new path to peace & true happiness. This is a difficult step and it shows how strong you really are. I am excited to walk beside you on this journey!
(714) 583-6889 View (714) 583-6889

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Mariam Ibrahim
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92602  (Online Only)
Dr. Ibrahim completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at Arizona State University, with an emphasis on clinical child and health psychology. She then completed her clinical internship at the UCLA's Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior and post-doctoral fellowship at Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). Dr. Ibrahim flexibly uses evidence-based modalities backed by research to guide her treatment, adapting the approaches to each individual’s needs. She is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
Dr. Ibrahim completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at Arizona State University, with an emphasis on clinical child and health psychology. She then completed her clinical internship at the UCLA's Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior and post-doctoral fellowship at Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). Dr. Ibrahim flexibly uses evidence-based modalities backed by research to guide her treatment, adapting the approaches to each individual’s needs. She is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
(714) 415-2033 View (714) 415-2033
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Restored Pathways Family Counseling Collective
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Tustin, CA 92780
I will collaborate with you to address your unique needs, utilizing positive and preventive parenting techniques that have proven to reduce behavioral challenges and foster a loving parent-child relationship.
Are you tired of your home and daily routines being disrupted by your child's meltdowns? Have you found yourself asking, "Why is this behavior happening?" or "How many times must I request this?" Parenting is a lifelong journey filled with both joys and challenges. Whether you're managing tantrums, dealing with aggressive behaviors, struggling with children not following directions, or have concerns about your child's social skills and academic success, remember that you are not alone. My aim as your therapist is to provide parental support and enhance your confidence.
I will collaborate with you to address your unique needs, utilizing positive and preventive parenting techniques that have proven to reduce behavioral challenges and foster a loving parent-child relationship.
Are you tired of your home and daily routines being disrupted by your child's meltdowns? Have you found yourself asking, "Why is this behavior happening?" or "How many times must I request this?" Parenting is a lifelong journey filled with both joys and challenges. Whether you're managing tantrums, dealing with aggressive behaviors, struggling with children not following directions, or have concerns about your child's social skills and academic success, remember that you are not alone. My aim as your therapist is to provide parental support and enhance your confidence.
(714) 942-4813 View (714) 942-4813
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The Weichman Clinic
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Tustin, CA 92780
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.
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.
(949) 537-2393 View (949) 537-2393
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Nancy Rushing
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92602  (Online Only)
Do you feel disconnected, disengaged, lonely, angry, frustrated? Are you caught in repetitive negative patterns? Are there areas that you have identified such as: Communication, Finances, Parenting, Sex, Quality Time? No topic is off limits!.
Hi! I’m Nancy, a therapist specializing in both individual and couples therapy, informed by a deep understanding of neurodiversity. I’m here to provide a supportive space as you navigate the complexities of life, whether you identify as neurodiverse or neurotypical. My passion lies in helping you gain insight into yourself, address your unique challenges, navigate and enhance your relationships, and foster healing and understanding along the way.
Do you feel disconnected, disengaged, lonely, angry, frustrated? Are you caught in repetitive negative patterns? Are there areas that you have identified such as: Communication, Finances, Parenting, Sex, Quality Time? No topic is off limits!.
Hi! I’m Nancy, a therapist specializing in both individual and couples therapy, informed by a deep understanding of neurodiversity. I’m here to provide a supportive space as you navigate the complexities of life, whether you identify as neurodiverse or neurotypical. My passion lies in helping you gain insight into yourself, address your unique challenges, navigate and enhance your relationships, and foster healing and understanding along the way.
(650) 750-1787 View (650) 750-1787
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Meghan Malloy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tustin, CA 92782
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Meghan and I am a therapist practicing in person out of Orange County and virtually throughout the state of California. My early familial experience with divorce has made me especially skilled at working with people in resolving relational conflicts and holding space for different perspectives. I love working with two or more people in the room, tackling issues related to parent-child relationships, couple relationships, and divorce & co- parenting. The core tenants of my work are non-judgement and positivity.
My name is Meghan and I am a therapist practicing in person out of Orange County and virtually throughout the state of California. My early familial experience with divorce has made me especially skilled at working with people in resolving relational conflicts and holding space for different perspectives. I love working with two or more people in the room, tackling issues related to parent-child relationships, couple relationships, and divorce & co- parenting. The core tenants of my work are non-judgement and positivity.
(949) 844-6407 View (949) 844-6407
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Hegi Khajavi
Marriage & Family Therapist, EMDR
Verified Verified
Tustin, CA 92780  (Online Only)
This is a great option for clients who cannot attend regular office appointments due to busy work schedules, commuting times, parenting demands, or other issues.
If you are struggling in your relationship, you need professional parent advise for your child, or you suffer from anxiety, depression, and have experienced trauma and want to get help you are at the right place.
This is a great option for clients who cannot attend regular office appointments due to busy work schedules, commuting times, parenting demands, or other issues.
If you are struggling in your relationship, you need professional parent advise for your child, or you suffer from anxiety, depression, and have experienced trauma and want to get help you are at the right place.
(949) 422-4696 View (949) 422-4696
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Cristina Minchala
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tustin, CA 92780
Are you a parent struggling to have a better relationship with your child? Are you, or someone else (teachers, family) worried about your child's behavior? Are you or your family going through a difficult time? If so, you need a therapist with experience working with children, teens, and families. I am a Bilingual (Spanish) licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 17 years of experience specializing in working with children from ages 2 to 21. I have worked with children and their families dealing with a variety of issues including learning difficulties, ADHD, behavioral problems, anxiety, depression, and loss.
Are you a parent struggling to have a better relationship with your child? Are you, or someone else (teachers, family) worried about your child's behavior? Are you or your family going through a difficult time? If so, you need a therapist with experience working with children, teens, and families. I am a Bilingual (Spanish) licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 17 years of experience specializing in working with children from ages 2 to 21. I have worked with children and their families dealing with a variety of issues including learning difficulties, ADHD, behavioral problems, anxiety, depression, and loss.
(855) 288-9308 View (855) 288-9308
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Angela Arendt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cowan Heights, CA 92705
I specialize in helping children and teens navigate the difficult life situations that often feel overwhelming. I feel passionate about helping families in crisis and working with parenting issues. I am very experienced in the assessment and treatment of depression, anxiety, and painful life transitions for people of all ages. As a licensed marriage and family therapist for over 20 years, I have helped many families make tangible and lasting changes in their lives. I believe that therapy is a collaborative effort and the most important part of therapy is the connection between you and your therapist.
I specialize in helping children and teens navigate the difficult life situations that often feel overwhelming. I feel passionate about helping families in crisis and working with parenting issues. I am very experienced in the assessment and treatment of depression, anxiety, and painful life transitions for people of all ages. As a licensed marriage and family therapist for over 20 years, I have helped many families make tangible and lasting changes in their lives. I believe that therapy is a collaborative effort and the most important part of therapy is the connection between you and your therapist.
(714) 725-8918 View (714) 725-8918
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Cynthia Baker
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Tustin, CA 92782
Are you struggling with relationship difficulties or depression? Are you challenged with parenting or do you have a child who is struggling with behavioral, academic or emotional issues? Did you recently lose someone you love? Many of us struggle with isolation, anxiety, depression and feeling "stuck". If you are feeling overwhelmed and confused, therapy can help you cope, adapt, heal and move forward. I can provide you with specific tools to help you understand your challenges, facilitate your coping skills and self-esteem, and help you develop new ways to adapt and change in response to your difficult life situation.
Are you struggling with relationship difficulties or depression? Are you challenged with parenting or do you have a child who is struggling with behavioral, academic or emotional issues? Did you recently lose someone you love? Many of us struggle with isolation, anxiety, depression and feeling "stuck". If you are feeling overwhelmed and confused, therapy can help you cope, adapt, heal and move forward. I can provide you with specific tools to help you understand your challenges, facilitate your coping skills and self-esteem, and help you develop new ways to adapt and change in response to your difficult life situation.
(714) 702-5968 View (714) 702-5968
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Cathrine Stipe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tustin, CA 92780
Despite your hard work, does it seem like problems continue to pop up for you? You might consider your family disorganized or even chaotic. You have noticed a shift in your child or children and are concerned, it may be caused by divorce or a loss in the family, or other events that cause stress. You are worried about their socialization and they seem to just not be themselves. Friends, family and maybe even teachers are expressing their own concerns regarding your child. You are not sure if it's your parenting or what more you can provide your child. This is scary, overwhelming and it takes courage to admit it isn't working.
Despite your hard work, does it seem like problems continue to pop up for you? You might consider your family disorganized or even chaotic. You have noticed a shift in your child or children and are concerned, it may be caused by divorce or a loss in the family, or other events that cause stress. You are worried about their socialization and they seem to just not be themselves. Friends, family and maybe even teachers are expressing their own concerns regarding your child. You are not sure if it's your parenting or what more you can provide your child. This is scary, overwhelming and it takes courage to admit it isn't working.
(949) 313-4267 View (949) 313-4267
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Mary C Pratt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92602
I have the first private practice in Orange County to offer Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
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.
I have the first private practice in Orange County to offer Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
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.
(949) 485-4563 View (949) 485-4563
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Sherry MacGregor Hastings
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tustin, CA 92780
Life presents us many challenges. Sometimes, we become overwhelmed with how to navigate them. Whether you are a parent dealing with one of the myriad of issues you face with a child, a person struggling to find the joy you know life holds, feel you and your significant other have lost touch with the love that brought you together, or have suffered a life changing loss , there is hope. Albert Schweitzer stated "At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by the spark of another." Working collaboratively, I believe I can help ignite the spark inside you towards the changes that will bring you more joy and peace.
Life presents us many challenges. Sometimes, we become overwhelmed with how to navigate them. Whether you are a parent dealing with one of the myriad of issues you face with a child, a person struggling to find the joy you know life holds, feel you and your significant other have lost touch with the love that brought you together, or have suffered a life changing loss , there is hope. Albert Schweitzer stated "At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by the spark of another." Working collaboratively, I believe I can help ignite the spark inside you towards the changes that will bring you more joy and peace.
(715) 600-5620 View (715) 600-5620
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Karen Sosa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92602
If you're a parent seeking support for your child or a teenager looking for someone to confide in and guide you through life's challenges, I'm here to help.
Hola, and welcome! I am a dedicated bilingual therapist fluent in both Spanish and English. My mission is to create a welcoming and secure space where trust and rapport flourish, especially when working with children and teens. I believe that effective therapy begins with a foundation of trust, allowing us to work collaboratively toward your personal growth and well-being. s.
If you're a parent seeking support for your child or a teenager looking for someone to confide in and guide you through life's challenges, I'm here to help.
Hola, and welcome! I am a dedicated bilingual therapist fluent in both Spanish and English. My mission is to create a welcoming and secure space where trust and rapport flourish, especially when working with children and teens. I believe that effective therapy begins with a foundation of trust, allowing us to work collaboratively toward your personal growth and well-being. s.
(657) 297-5577 View (657) 297-5577
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Pilar Aguero-Cardosa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tustin, CA 92781  (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.
(949) 407-5782 View (949) 407-5782

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Parenting Therapists

What does therapy for parenting look like?

Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?

When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?

Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?

Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.