Male Therapists in Orange County, CA

Deciding to begin therapy can be daunting. This is an act of courage and a way to love yourself. Think of everything you do for others; you also need to take care of you. You deserve this! The good news is that you do not have to do it alone. People seek out therapy for a multitude of reasons: motivation, self-exploration, self-esteem, better parenting skills, or perhaps you want to find some coping strategies for your own life. Embarking on this momentous journey with a therapist who collaborates with you on your goals will make this process much easier, planning treatment goals jointly. Let's partner and make this a reality!

I am here to help you relieve stress, pain, and anxiety by guiding you toward a fulfilling relationship. Like many couples, you might struggle with communication or repetitive arguing. You want to experience joy in your relationship, instead of feeling distant from your partner. You want to improve your sex life and have fun. Couples therapy can help you rebuild a lost connection or strengthen your most important relationship. In my office, you can experience a safe space to practice new skills and explore deep relational intimacy. You and your partner can feel wonderful together. You and your partner can thrive.

Everyday someone wakes up and realizes that their life is not what they thought it would be. The disappointment in our lives can grind away at us, leaving us frustrated, anxious and/or depressed. Many other health concerns are also directly related to our stress level and thoughts about life. I have been helping people for the past decade find peace, calm, and hope in their lives. Call me and find your life again.(949) 292-1513 or visit EverydayMindBody.com

My ideal client faces anxiety and trauma, often rooted in relationship and family dynamics, and struggles with identity and communication. They seek a safe space to explore their narratives and desire guidance to authentically reshape their life stories. Their goals include overcoming personal challenges, deepening self-understanding, and enhancing relationships through improved communication. They aspire to empowerment, seeking strategies for meaningful change and a fulfilling life. I offer personalized support, focusing on growth, healing, and the power of transformation.

My ideal client is an adult or couple feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges and seeking meaningful change. Dealing with issues such as grief, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, or relational conflict, they aim to understand their experiences, gain insight into their patterns, and work towards healing and personal growth. Whether highly motivated or on their last leg and exhausted, they are looking to embark on a journey of self-discovery to find peace and relief. . Together, we'll strive for a more balanced and fulfilling life.

I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with a PhD in Counseling Education and a California School Counseling credential. In the past 25 years, I have the privilege to work with numerous families and individuals in different capacities at various settings including schools, faith based organizations, private clinics, community mental health clinics, and national health care networks. Along side with me, I work with a group of therapists who are passionate on achieving goals and resolving challenges with their clients.

Anxiety, panic, fear, and OCD have answers. You can take control. I use empirically supported treatments (CBT and ACT), tailored to each individual. Through the use of virtual therapy and in-person exposure therapy, I provide my patients with over 20 years of experience, specializing in OCD, Anxiety, and related disorders. My patients average a 15-week treatment, with the option of 6 to 8-day intensive formats. My pride is in my success rate. My focus is to do a proper assessment to understand the issues and help my patients to set goals, achieve them, and move on in life as quickly as possible.

I am a certified professional life coach. I hold a doctorate in psychology and am certified by the Life Coach Institute of Orange County. I specialize in assisting people in transforming their lives. I consult with my clients to identify their personal goals and relational aspirations. What's possible in life goes beyond what we have settled with by default. By altering our mindset and raising the ceiling for our success, we can transform our lives. I encourage full self-expression and relational fulfillment. I help people to remove the barriers they have and help them to have the life they want.

Does it feel like no matter what you try, your child is still having behavioral problems at home and school? Are you always worrying and find it hard to relax? Are you struggling with feelings of sadness and not having as much fun engaging in your favorite pastimes? Do you feel like you have tried everything to solve your problems and would like some new ideas and additional support to move forward?

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.

Hi there, I'm Dr. Bryan Balvaneda, PhD, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in San Diego, California. I consider myself a guide - I help you head toward your goals in a healthy and meaningful manner, whether these goals are about relieving stress, a mental health issue, or pursuing personal growth. I enjoy working with people across the spectrum of adulthood. I have the most experience working with students in university settings and navigating high-stress environments.

Life can feel uncertain and mixed emotions can make it difficult to know what to do. As your therapist, I want you to leave feeling heard, understood, accepted, and empowered. Sessions are centered around you and your experiences. Using a narrative approach, we work together to create a life narrative that highlights your strengths, history, and how you have worked to thrive. My role is to walk alongside you through this time in life.

Do you ever feel like you're carrying the weight of past experiences or find yourself stuck in the same patterns? Have you been asking yourself lately, "what's happening to me and why am I feeling this way?" Many people like yourself find their way into therapy at some point in life seeking to understand why they feel anxious and depressed. Often, they are surprised to discover how much early relationships, especially with their emotionally immature parents, have impacted their adult lives. I specialize in helping clients not only understand their past and current inner world, but also work with answering the question, "now what?"

My passion is working with men, couples, and families. I connect well with people and have developed a strong empathic but positive attitude toward all the people I work with. My calling and passion are to help people develop a sense of hope that life could be better, and they have what it takes to make this happen. I am also certified in counseling for substance abuse.

The experience of loss and grief is already challenging, but having a therapist who can support you in that, as well as affirm your LGBTQ+ identity is where I come in. My experience is in helping folks process trauma, anxiety, and stress, especially for those with marginalized experiences. I also have a passion for supporting straight and cis-identified clients who are supporting LGBTQ+ loved ones.

I tend to view people as complex, and that our difficulties (depression, anxiety, PTSD etc.) are intertwined with our experiences, relationships, culture, and lifestyle, past and present. I work with professionals and athletes having problems with performance, doubt, and creativity. I also have advanced training in psychoanalysis and MBT, working with complex trauma, attachment issues, and personality disorders. Ultimately, my efforts are aimed at cultivating a meaningful, trustworthy, and collaborative relationship meant to help individuals reflect on and understand where they have been, where they are, and where they want to go.

You are a successful individual who has earned the money, titles, house, cars, and all the toys. Yet, something is off because you feel exhausted and numb. Your relationships are falling apart, and you lack true connections. You're lonely. This isn't the life you want. You want better. You want to make a change. You've tried it on your own but haven't found success. Ultimately, you want to feel confident, happy, and fulfilled while living life on your terms. I can help you achieve that transformation, guiding you toward a life where you feel genuinely connected, energized, and happy.

Are you struggling to get through each day due to anxiety, or are you finding difficulty in your friend, family, or romantic relationships? Are you experiencing significant loss? Have you and your significant other been dealing with infertility? Many come to therapy not sure what to look for, while others know exactly what they want. My hope is that together we will find the tools you need to thrive. As a licensed therapist with experience in vocational ministry and academia, I appreciate that no 2 therapy experiences are the same and hope to a meaningful resource to you in your therapy experience.

"What can you do for my situation," is the question all people ask when they first come to therapy or for psychological testing. Over my 20 years in psychology, I have learned to pause just a moment before answering this. Why? Because finding a quick answer is not better than finding the right answer. Once the problems are understood, my job is to work out the solutions with you, whether that means facing anxiety and fear, pulling out of the rut, or facing things that have happened that are hard to forget.