Couples Counseling Therapists in Orange, CA
We promote relationships, build skills, and connect families allowing each person to reach their highest potential! The Center for Restored & Connected Families provides quality, affordable care to strengthen relationships in families, couples, and individuals of all ages. Life isn't always easy, and sometimes we can be caught unprepared to handle our circumstances. But, it is possible to learn, grow, become more resilient, and deepen relationships as we face and work through our challenges.
We promote relationships, build skills, and connect families allowing each person to reach their highest potential! The Center for Restored & Connected Families provides quality, affordable care to strengthen relationships in families, couples, and individuals of all ages. Life isn't always easy, and sometimes we can be caught unprepared to handle our circumstances. But, it is possible to learn, grow, become more resilient, and deepen relationships as we face and work through our challenges.
Joshua Daniel Bultsma
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868
I have a background of working with couples coming out of addiction, working with addictive family systems, and utilizing EMDR to process traumatic experiences.
I have a deep desire to assist those who are looking for assistance in facing their traumas, connecting with their significant others, and improving the system rather than just an individual. I find the most meaning in my treatment of couples, families, and those working through traumas.
I have a background of working with couples coming out of addiction, working with addictive family systems, and utilizing EMDR to process traumatic experiences.
I have a deep desire to assist those who are looking for assistance in facing their traumas, connecting with their significant others, and improving the system rather than just an individual. I find the most meaning in my treatment of couples, families, and those working through traumas.
Michelle MacPherson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868 (Online Only)
I partner with my clients to ensure they feel supported, understood and challenged in a way that enhances growth and overall happiness.
Hello! Many of my clients feel "stuck", like they're not Iiving their best life. I help my clients manage negative thoughts, provide clarity and support during transitional life and relationship issues, address self-sabotaging behaviors and increase coping skills. I provide a therapeutic space to help get you “unstuck”, enhance your motivation and navigate the stressors of life with improved overall functioning. Enhancing overall physical, mental and emotional health is the most rewarding aspect of my practice. and I rely heavily on the latest advances in behavioral science to provide the best therapeutic services available.
I partner with my clients to ensure they feel supported, understood and challenged in a way that enhances growth and overall happiness.
Hello! Many of my clients feel "stuck", like they're not Iiving their best life. I help my clients manage negative thoughts, provide clarity and support during transitional life and relationship issues, address self-sabotaging behaviors and increase coping skills. I provide a therapeutic space to help get you “unstuck”, enhance your motivation and navigate the stressors of life with improved overall functioning. Enhancing overall physical, mental and emotional health is the most rewarding aspect of my practice. and I rely heavily on the latest advances in behavioral science to provide the best therapeutic services available.
Eve Silverman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92866
In addition to working with athletes, I’m passionate about working with college students, couples, adults, & children who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, difficulties with shame & guilt, relationship issues, and grief & loss.
Do you find that your identity has been strongly defined by your athletic career? Are you dealing with an injury that’s keeping you from participating in the sport you love or competing at the level you once were at? Do you wonder who you are apart from athletics now that you are nearing the end of your athletic career? Do you miss your sport now that you have retired or no longer play at the same competitive level? As a retired collegiate athlete myself, I know that being an athlete shapes your identity in a profound way. I’m here to explore how athletics has shaped who you are, even amidst adversity and challenges.
In addition to working with athletes, I’m passionate about working with college students, couples, adults, & children who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, difficulties with shame & guilt, relationship issues, and grief & loss.
Do you find that your identity has been strongly defined by your athletic career? Are you dealing with an injury that’s keeping you from participating in the sport you love or competing at the level you once were at? Do you wonder who you are apart from athletics now that you are nearing the end of your athletic career? Do you miss your sport now that you have retired or no longer play at the same competitive level? As a retired collegiate athlete myself, I know that being an athlete shapes your identity in a profound way. I’m here to explore how athletics has shaped who you are, even amidst adversity and challenges.
Jason Odegaard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Orange, CA 92868 (Online Only)
I am also certified in EMDR (Trauma therapy) and Prepare and Enrich ( couples and pre-marital).
Are you finding it hard to get through your day without feeling anxious, angry, or sad? Do you often isolate yourself from family and friends? Could you be someone who struggles with understanding why you can't get along with other people? Have you recently lost a loved one or relationship and need support to work through your grief? I have a passion to help those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and relationship issues. My other strengths include: work problems, family problems, self-esteem issues, trauma, PTSD, addiction, childhood issues, spiritual identity, sexual identity, and many others.
I am also certified in EMDR (Trauma therapy) and Prepare and Enrich ( couples and pre-marital).
Are you finding it hard to get through your day without feeling anxious, angry, or sad? Do you often isolate yourself from family and friends? Could you be someone who struggles with understanding why you can't get along with other people? Have you recently lost a loved one or relationship and need support to work through your grief? I have a passion to help those who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and relationship issues. My other strengths include: work problems, family problems, self-esteem issues, trauma, PTSD, addiction, childhood issues, spiritual identity, sexual identity, and many others.
Kristen Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92869 (Online Only)
I work with adults & teenagers (age 11 & up depending on maturity and willingness to participate) as well as couples.
I am a champion for purposeful meaningful relationships. I believe we have a responsibility in choosing how we communicate & behave in those relationships. Having worked with various populations including the chronically mentally ill, families in child welfare & teens/adults & families within residential treatment settings I have experienced how the power of communication can heal even the most distant of relationships. I have my M.A. in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy, am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & I strive to use my knowledge & experience to help others improve their quality of life
I work with adults & teenagers (age 11 & up depending on maturity and willingness to participate) as well as couples.
I am a champion for purposeful meaningful relationships. I believe we have a responsibility in choosing how we communicate & behave in those relationships. Having worked with various populations including the chronically mentally ill, families in child welfare & teens/adults & families within residential treatment settings I have experienced how the power of communication can heal even the most distant of relationships. I have my M.A. in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy, am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist & I strive to use my knowledge & experience to help others improve their quality of life
Hello, my name is Vanessa Estrada Baron, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's degree in Counseling from California State University, Fullerton. I identify as a first-generation Latina, heterosexual, cisgender woman. I'm passionate about working with BIPOC families, couples, and individuals. Additionally, I am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ and undocumented/DACAmented communities. I hope we can work together in finding meaning and feeling satisfied with where your life is heading.
Hello, my name is Vanessa Estrada Baron, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's degree in Counseling from California State University, Fullerton. I identify as a first-generation Latina, heterosexual, cisgender woman. I'm passionate about working with BIPOC families, couples, and individuals. Additionally, I am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ and undocumented/DACAmented communities. I hope we can work together in finding meaning and feeling satisfied with where your life is heading.
I have 25 years of experience with trauma with adults, children and adolescents assisting them to process their trauma, learn to cope with symptoms that interfere with their lives and learn to live a healthy life and accomplish their dreams and goals. I offer family therapy and couples counseling in my practice.
I have 25 years of experience with trauma with adults, children and adolescents assisting them to process their trauma, learn to cope with symptoms that interfere with their lives and learn to live a healthy life and accomplish their dreams and goals. I offer family therapy and couples counseling in my practice.
I work with individuals and couples, from a variety of cultural and religious backgrounds.
Finding a therapist to entrust your story to can be a difficult and delicate process. It is my hope that I can create a comfortable and supportive environment where you will feel safe to share your concerns and hopes. I have a relational and sensitive approach, where I partner with you to address your concerns and work towards healing and growth. Therapy can provide a place to feel known and understood, where challenges can be faced and overcome. In this growth process, I strive to help my clients find fulfillment and take healthy steps towards a stronger sense of self.
I work with individuals and couples, from a variety of cultural and religious backgrounds.
Finding a therapist to entrust your story to can be a difficult and delicate process. It is my hope that I can create a comfortable and supportive environment where you will feel safe to share your concerns and hopes. I have a relational and sensitive approach, where I partner with you to address your concerns and work towards healing and growth. Therapy can provide a place to feel known and understood, where challenges can be faced and overcome. In this growth process, I strive to help my clients find fulfillment and take healthy steps towards a stronger sense of self.
Jessica Dennis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868 (Online Only)
Therapy is like a relationship and I am deeply committed to providing a safe and welcoming space to a wide range of diverse communities for a wide range of concerns.
My name is Jessica and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has a background working with the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color) and military/veteran populations looking to break generational cycles.
Therapy is like a relationship and I am deeply committed to providing a safe and welcoming space to a wide range of diverse communities for a wide range of concerns.
My name is Jessica and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has a background working with the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color) and military/veteran populations looking to break generational cycles.
This awareness underlies a fully present, genuine therapeutic relationship with each patient, whatever your therapeutic goals.
I'm a clinical and forensic psychologist and certified Jungian analyst, over 30 years experience providing treatment and assessment, both depth-oriented and forensic. My practice is guided by my awareness of the instrumental nature of the unconscious in all that we are and do. I've provided intervention and treatment for families suffering child abuse, criminal problems, drug abuse, and mild to severe mental disorders. For 8 years I served on our State panel evaluating sex offenders in prisons. I'm committed to working with the diverse world with an open mind and heart. Check out my new book: The Schizophrenia Complex (Chiron, 2022)
This awareness underlies a fully present, genuine therapeutic relationship with each patient, whatever your therapeutic goals.
I'm a clinical and forensic psychologist and certified Jungian analyst, over 30 years experience providing treatment and assessment, both depth-oriented and forensic. My practice is guided by my awareness of the instrumental nature of the unconscious in all that we are and do. I've provided intervention and treatment for families suffering child abuse, criminal problems, drug abuse, and mild to severe mental disorders. For 8 years I served on our State panel evaluating sex offenders in prisons. I'm committed to working with the diverse world with an open mind and heart. Check out my new book: The Schizophrenia Complex (Chiron, 2022)
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I will work collaboratively with you, your child, your family and or your spouse to set goals for treatment and use treatment approaches specific to your presenting concern.
Life has many challenges and there are seasons in our life than can be difficult to navigate on our own. I get it because I have been there! It would be my privilege to come along side of you and help you discover "the you" that you want to be, or help you find solutions to your hurt or conflict. I am committed to working with individuals, children, couples and families with challenging circumstances identify their needs, build upon strengths and foster the development of new competencies, skills, and resilience.
I will work collaboratively with you, your child, your family and or your spouse to set goals for treatment and use treatment approaches specific to your presenting concern.
Life has many challenges and there are seasons in our life than can be difficult to navigate on our own. I get it because I have been there! It would be my privilege to come along side of you and help you discover "the you" that you want to be, or help you find solutions to your hurt or conflict. I am committed to working with individuals, children, couples and families with challenging circumstances identify their needs, build upon strengths and foster the development of new competencies, skills, and resilience.
Hi, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) located in California. I am a mental health professional who specializes in providing therapy and counseling services to individuals, couples, and families. I am trained to address a wide range of issues, including relationship problems, communication difficulties, and emotional challenges within the context of family and marriage dynamics. I received my degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of Pheonix and a second degree in Mental Health and Wellness in Christian Ministry from Grand Canyon University.
Hi, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) located in California. I am a mental health professional who specializes in providing therapy and counseling services to individuals, couples, and families. I am trained to address a wide range of issues, including relationship problems, communication difficulties, and emotional challenges within the context of family and marriage dynamics. I received my degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of Pheonix and a second degree in Mental Health and Wellness in Christian Ministry from Grand Canyon University.
I have given marriage seminars and workshops in the last few years to improve communication skills, conflict resolution, and regain the friendship and intimacy in the relationship.
By creating a safe environment, I seek to understand each person, their unique story and to bring about health, fulfillment and support. I believe every individual, couple and family has a story they bring into therapy that includes not only their situation at hand, but a personal, family and diverse experiential history. My approach in therapy is tailored toward the uniqueness of each person. Together, we will work towards facilitating more self-understanding, more effective ways of handling life challenges, and strengthening relationships with others.
I have given marriage seminars and workshops in the last few years to improve communication skills, conflict resolution, and regain the friendship and intimacy in the relationship.
By creating a safe environment, I seek to understand each person, their unique story and to bring about health, fulfillment and support. I believe every individual, couple and family has a story they bring into therapy that includes not only their situation at hand, but a personal, family and diverse experiential history. My approach in therapy is tailored toward the uniqueness of each person. Together, we will work towards facilitating more self-understanding, more effective ways of handling life challenges, and strengthening relationships with others.
Monica R Murillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868 (Online Only)
In the heart of this journey we call life, stands as a beacon of empathy and guidance in the realm of mental health. As dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals, families, and couples on their journey toward emotional resilience and well-being. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just not like yourself lately, please know that you're not alone. Taking the first step forward towards seeking support can be daunting, but it is incredibly brave.
In the heart of this journey we call life, stands as a beacon of empathy and guidance in the realm of mental health. As dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am deeply committed to supporting individuals, families, and couples on their journey toward emotional resilience and well-being. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just not like yourself lately, please know that you're not alone. Taking the first step forward towards seeking support can be daunting, but it is incredibly brave.
I am very passionate about helping individuals and couples with relationship and family dynamics issues.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with diverse experience in social services and healthcare fields. My expertise is in helping individuals/ couples cope with differences in priorities, improve communication, and facilitate better understanding of each other. I have a variety of experiences working with children and families with issues related to child welfare system, court or non-court custody related issues, legal guardianship related issues and parenting issues.
I am very passionate about helping individuals and couples with relationship and family dynamics issues.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with diverse experience in social services and healthcare fields. My expertise is in helping individuals/ couples cope with differences in priorities, improve communication, and facilitate better understanding of each other. I have a variety of experiences working with children and families with issues related to child welfare system, court or non-court custody related issues, legal guardianship related issues and parenting issues.
I enjoy working with both individuals and couples in-person and via teletherapy.
Are you having a challenging time managing life stressors, emotions, or relationships? If so, therapy might be an excellent tool for you! My ideal client is an adult who has experienced childhood trauma and currently suffers from anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I believe that a good fit is key to the therapeutic process and clients’ overall success! Which is why I am also passionate about client comfort and recognize that clients sometimes feel more confident opening up in different environments. For that reason, I can accommodate sessions in non-traditional therapeutic settings (beaches, parks, etc.)
I enjoy working with both individuals and couples in-person and via teletherapy.
Are you having a challenging time managing life stressors, emotions, or relationships? If so, therapy might be an excellent tool for you! My ideal client is an adult who has experienced childhood trauma and currently suffers from anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I believe that a good fit is key to the therapeutic process and clients’ overall success! Which is why I am also passionate about client comfort and recognize that clients sometimes feel more confident opening up in different environments. For that reason, I can accommodate sessions in non-traditional therapeutic settings (beaches, parks, etc.)
If you or a loved one is looking for relief and a happier relationship, call me for a free consultation.
Families are required to manage multiple stressors and expectations in day to day life. Over time, we see the toll it takes on them. Couples struggle with communication, intimacy and sharing common goals. Finding time to nurture the relationship and improve closeness sometimes involves outside support. If left untreated, we see couples and families experiencing depression, anxiety and often times separation. Regaining connections, coping and feeling better about yourself is the goal of my practice. Having an accurate assessment, diagnosis and treatment plan is the best place to begin.
If you or a loved one is looking for relief and a happier relationship, call me for a free consultation.
Families are required to manage multiple stressors and expectations in day to day life. Over time, we see the toll it takes on them. Couples struggle with communication, intimacy and sharing common goals. Finding time to nurture the relationship and improve closeness sometimes involves outside support. If left untreated, we see couples and families experiencing depression, anxiety and often times separation. Regaining connections, coping and feeling better about yourself is the goal of my practice. Having an accurate assessment, diagnosis and treatment plan is the best place to begin.
Mary Wyman - Anew Era TMS & Psychiatry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orange, CA 92868
Mary Wyman, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, is honored and humbled to be a part of her patients’ work. Every day that she engages in this ministry is another day that she feels blessed. Over the years, Mary’s professional focus has centered on the many facets of grief. She has an ongoing and deep interest in many types of loss, including loss of loved ones, loss of security and identity, changes in relationships, and other types of personal transition. She has over twenty years of experience treating depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety diagnoses, psychotic disorders, chronic medical conditions and relationship issues.
Mary Wyman, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, is honored and humbled to be a part of her patients’ work. Every day that she engages in this ministry is another day that she feels blessed. Over the years, Mary’s professional focus has centered on the many facets of grief. She has an ongoing and deep interest in many types of loss, including loss of loved ones, loss of security and identity, changes in relationships, and other types of personal transition. She has over twenty years of experience treating depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety diagnoses, psychotic disorders, chronic medical conditions and relationship issues.
This means I try to create an accepting and collaborative environment where you can begin to understand and change relationship patterns and communication styles reducing symptomology.
Are you currently experiencing problems in your relationships? Are you going through a difficult transition or adjustment in your life? Have you recently moved, entering college, a career change, marriage, divorce, parenting decisions, poor communication skills, or struggling with depression and or anxiety? Any of these issues can leave you feeling stuck or unmotivated. My mission is to provide a safe and caring environment where you can address your unique situation. I am committed to providing support, understanding, and compassion while helping to identify and reach your therapeutic goals.
This means I try to create an accepting and collaborative environment where you can begin to understand and change relationship patterns and communication styles reducing symptomology.
Are you currently experiencing problems in your relationships? Are you going through a difficult transition or adjustment in your life? Have you recently moved, entering college, a career change, marriage, divorce, parenting decisions, poor communication skills, or struggling with depression and or anxiety? Any of these issues can leave you feeling stuck or unmotivated. My mission is to provide a safe and caring environment where you can address your unique situation. I am committed to providing support, understanding, and compassion while helping to identify and reach your therapeutic goals.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.