Infertility Therapists in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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Gina Lee Guerrero
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
My specializations are working with couples, and families faced with postpartum related depression/anxiety, infertility, and birth trauma/loss.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that has been providing service for 22 years. I currently see individuals, and couples, in my private practice. In addition, I facilitate psycho-educational and support groups. I provide a unique approach that fits the needs of every client. I customize my treatment plan based on where my client is at while providing a safe, nurturing, collaborative environment.
My specializations are working with couples, and families faced with postpartum related depression/anxiety, infertility, and birth trauma/loss.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that has been providing service for 22 years. I currently see individuals, and couples, in my private practice. In addition, I facilitate psycho-educational and support groups. I provide a unique approach that fits the needs of every client. I customize my treatment plan based on where my client is at while providing a safe, nurturing, collaborative environment.
(949) 614-5913 View (949) 614-5913
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Dr. Lechelle Brueggeman
Psychological Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
She specializes in treating issues related to mental, emotional, and physical disabilities, traumatic injures, rare conditions, chronic pain, emotional distress, severe stress, divorce, separation, parenting, postpartum and postnatal depression and anxiety, miscarriage and infertility, interracial relationships, infertility, and postpartum depression.
Dr. Brueggeman is a part Native Hawaiian who moved to Orange County, California over ten years ago to pursue her professional passion for psychology. She has made it her lifelong mission to help others in need whether in public or private practice. She has many years of professional experience providing rehabilitation counseling and therapeutic support for individuals, couples, families, and youth. Dr. Brueggeman genuinely believes in the importance of having compassion and empathy for all of her clients with special consideration for those identifying from diverse cultural backgrounds, socioeconomic class , and sexual orientations.
She specializes in treating issues related to mental, emotional, and physical disabilities, traumatic injures, rare conditions, chronic pain, emotional distress, severe stress, divorce, separation, parenting, postpartum and postnatal depression and anxiety, miscarriage and infertility, interracial relationships, infertility, and postpartum depression.
Dr. Brueggeman is a part Native Hawaiian who moved to Orange County, California over ten years ago to pursue her professional passion for psychology. She has made it her lifelong mission to help others in need whether in public or private practice. She has many years of professional experience providing rehabilitation counseling and therapeutic support for individuals, couples, families, and youth. Dr. Brueggeman genuinely believes in the importance of having compassion and empathy for all of her clients with special consideration for those identifying from diverse cultural backgrounds, socioeconomic class , and sexual orientations.
(949) 776-0122 View (949) 776-0122
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Charlene Lulling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
In our fast-paced society, it is difficult to take the time to wonder, especially about ourselves. Questions such as “Why do I get so angry?”, “Why am I not happy?”, or “Why do I have so much conflict in my relationships?” do not have easy answers. Sometimes, we need to slow down and sit with someone, like a psychotherapist, who can provide a safe space to explore the answers to these questions and more.
In our fast-paced society, it is difficult to take the time to wonder, especially about ourselves. Questions such as “Why do I get so angry?”, “Why am I not happy?”, or “Why do I have so much conflict in my relationships?” do not have easy answers. Sometimes, we need to slow down and sit with someone, like a psychotherapist, who can provide a safe space to explore the answers to these questions and more.
(714) 912-7337 View (714) 912-7337
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Richard Lappin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
I provide psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families in a safe, nurturing environment. I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist and supervisor of therapists, and I use this experience to tailor my services to meet your individual and specific needs. I work with a wide variety of clients and issues, from children with ADHD and school problems, to adolescents with substance abuse issues, to adults grappling with mood disorders and marital problems.
I provide psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families in a safe, nurturing environment. I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist and supervisor of therapists, and I use this experience to tailor my services to meet your individual and specific needs. I work with a wide variety of clients and issues, from children with ADHD and school problems, to adolescents with substance abuse issues, to adults grappling with mood disorders and marital problems.
(714) 752-0988 View (714) 752-0988
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Kimberly Alford
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688  (Online Only)
“The challenging birth of my twins, marked by 23 hours of labor and subsequent colic issues that required expensive specialized formula, inspired my career as a DONA-certified postpartum doula and perinatal therapist. Through supporting mothers with breastfeeding, baby schedules, and sleep training, I encountered numerous cases of postpartum depression, prompting me to specialize in helping mothers through various perinatal challenges, including depression, anxiety, high-risk pregnancies, and traumatic births. Helping mothers extended out into all stages of children fostering positive emotional attachments from birth into adulthood
“The challenging birth of my twins, marked by 23 hours of labor and subsequent colic issues that required expensive specialized formula, inspired my career as a DONA-certified postpartum doula and perinatal therapist. Through supporting mothers with breastfeeding, baby schedules, and sleep training, I encountered numerous cases of postpartum depression, prompting me to specialize in helping mothers through various perinatal challenges, including depression, anxiety, high-risk pregnancies, and traumatic births. Helping mothers extended out into all stages of children fostering positive emotional attachments from birth into adulthood
(949) 996-0632 View (949) 996-0632
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Danielle Dawson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families whom may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, sex related issues, parent-child issues, or chronic low self-esteem. I have a passion for couples and sex therapy. Using my natural ability to sense emotions, gives me the ability to see the world through their eyes. Working together we understand any trauma, crisis or negative experience is an opportunity to discover a healthier self. By understanding their feelings, goals, fears, and dreams then develop positive beliefs and behaviors to cope with the stress and anxiety of everyday life.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families whom may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, sex related issues, parent-child issues, or chronic low self-esteem. I have a passion for couples and sex therapy. Using my natural ability to sense emotions, gives me the ability to see the world through their eyes. Working together we understand any trauma, crisis or negative experience is an opportunity to discover a healthier self. By understanding their feelings, goals, fears, and dreams then develop positive beliefs and behaviors to cope with the stress and anxiety of everyday life.
(714) 676-8051 View (714) 676-8051
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Stephanie Magana
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688  (Online Only)
In all seasons of life, we experience obstacles between where we are and where we'd like to be. These obstacles can often present themselves in the form of anxiety, depression, a lack of self-confidence, relational issues, or unresolved trauma/grief, etc. I work with individuals in a collaborative process to explore these obstacles, challenge old patterns and beliefs, and find new ways of thinking and living. It is my hope that therapy is a positive journey for every individual and that starts with finding the right therapist. My approach is very relational, interactive, and direct.
In all seasons of life, we experience obstacles between where we are and where we'd like to be. These obstacles can often present themselves in the form of anxiety, depression, a lack of self-confidence, relational issues, or unresolved trauma/grief, etc. I work with individuals in a collaborative process to explore these obstacles, challenge old patterns and beliefs, and find new ways of thinking and living. It is my hope that therapy is a positive journey for every individual and that starts with finding the right therapist. My approach is very relational, interactive, and direct.
(949) 373-3803 View (949) 373-3803
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Ellie Miraftabi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, PhD
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Life's everyday problems can cause stress,anxiety, confusion and a feeling of hopelessness and similar conditions increasingly lead to physical and emotional disorders that often lead to difficulties in relating to others and even to oneself. I am a multicultural licensed psychotherapist and a strong advocate for psychological and social human services, working with adolescent, adult and families. For more than tweleve years I have been helping people face their most difficult challenges with insight, compassion and understanding. I help clients reach greater potential, improve their relationships, heal from past hurts and deal with current life issues.
Life's everyday problems can cause stress,anxiety, confusion and a feeling of hopelessness and similar conditions increasingly lead to physical and emotional disorders that often lead to difficulties in relating to others and even to oneself. I am a multicultural licensed psychotherapist and a strong advocate for psychological and social human services, working with adolescent, adult and families. For more than tweleve years I have been helping people face their most difficult challenges with insight, compassion and understanding. I help clients reach greater potential, improve their relationships, heal from past hurts and deal with current life issues.
(818) 296-6291 View (818) 296-6291
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Melissa Berschauer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Anxiety, Depression and Relationships: These are my top three specialties because when you think about it, most other issues have one of these at the root. The clients I work with come from all walks of life, each bringing their own unique set of experiences and needs. I love working with individuals and couples who are open to working as a team, enjoy a good sense of humor, and are open minded about the work we are doing together. I believe that these components are important aspects of what makes our therapeutic relationship successful, so I ensure I bring them into every session and encourage my clients to do the same!
Anxiety, Depression and Relationships: These are my top three specialties because when you think about it, most other issues have one of these at the root. The clients I work with come from all walks of life, each bringing their own unique set of experiences and needs. I love working with individuals and couples who are open to working as a team, enjoy a good sense of humor, and are open minded about the work we are doing together. I believe that these components are important aspects of what makes our therapeutic relationship successful, so I ensure I bring them into every session and encourage my clients to do the same!
(949) 613-0899 View (949) 613-0899
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James Fandialan
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of California. I earned a Master’s degree in counseling from Loyola Marymount University. My passion for therapy comes from walking alongside others in their moments of difficulty. I believe in helping people develop hope because where there is hope, there is healing. Through my experience as a professional counselor, I have provided therapy to individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children in various counseling settings. My approach to therapy involves a combination of CBT, DBT, ACT, and Solution-Focused treatment modalities.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of California. I earned a Master’s degree in counseling from Loyola Marymount University. My passion for therapy comes from walking alongside others in their moments of difficulty. I believe in helping people develop hope because where there is hope, there is healing. Through my experience as a professional counselor, I have provided therapy to individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children in various counseling settings. My approach to therapy involves a combination of CBT, DBT, ACT, and Solution-Focused treatment modalities.
(661) 486-4456 View (661) 486-4456
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Cristi Chastain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Life can be messy and painful and beyond frustrating. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families to cope with a variety of challenging "life curve balls". No matter what you are facing and/or experiencing, there is a path that leads to understanding, growth, and healing. I have the utmost respect for my clients and their life journeys. When life circumstances provoke fear, anger, sadness, or suffering, we have an opportunity to face these challenges and ultimately become even better versions of ourselves.
Life can be messy and painful and beyond frustrating. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families to cope with a variety of challenging "life curve balls". No matter what you are facing and/or experiencing, there is a path that leads to understanding, growth, and healing. I have the utmost respect for my clients and their life journeys. When life circumstances provoke fear, anger, sadness, or suffering, we have an opportunity to face these challenges and ultimately become even better versions of ourselves.
(949) 485-4928 View (949) 485-4928
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Susan J Novak
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Whether you are struggling with depression, suffering with anxiety or panic attacks, wresting with your marriage, coping with divorce, dealing with an illness or death, or living with a history of sexual abuse or assault, I can help you work on those issues. With over 22 years of experience, I have helped many people improve their lives. Find your solutions and start feeling better today!
Whether you are struggling with depression, suffering with anxiety or panic attacks, wresting with your marriage, coping with divorce, dealing with an illness or death, or living with a history of sexual abuse or assault, I can help you work on those issues. With over 22 years of experience, I have helped many people improve their lives. Find your solutions and start feeling better today!
(949) 245-6850 View (949) 245-6850
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Kimberly Richardson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688  (Online Only)
My name is Kim Richardson, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Rocklin, California working with clients statewide via telehealth. I am passionate about supporting my adult clients through various mental health symptoms and challenging life circumstances to find hope and experience growth and healing. I believe in working together with my clients to identify treatment priorities and create a plan that is personalized to their needs, utilizing theoretical treatment approaches that work best for them to support them in feeling better and making progress toward their goals.
My name is Kim Richardson, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Rocklin, California working with clients statewide via telehealth. I am passionate about supporting my adult clients through various mental health symptoms and challenging life circumstances to find hope and experience growth and healing. I believe in working together with my clients to identify treatment priorities and create a plan that is personalized to their needs, utilizing theoretical treatment approaches that work best for them to support them in feeling better and making progress toward their goals.
(951) 633-7195 View (951) 633-7195
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Sarah Ruminson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Hello, I am Sarah Ruminson LMFT 140887, and I have worked in the mental health field for over 3 years. I worked for a community-based mental health company which provided me the opportunity to treat all ages and a variety of diagnoses. I have worked with a variety of clients ranging from infantry to elderly. I am open to all ages and really enjoy working with children. I gravitate toward using CBT, DBT, Client-centered, Solution Focused, Psychodynamic, and Family Systems approaches.
Hello, I am Sarah Ruminson LMFT 140887, and I have worked in the mental health field for over 3 years. I worked for a community-based mental health company which provided me the opportunity to treat all ages and a variety of diagnoses. I have worked with a variety of clients ranging from infantry to elderly. I am open to all ages and really enjoy working with children. I gravitate toward using CBT, DBT, Client-centered, Solution Focused, Psychodynamic, and Family Systems approaches.
(951) 349-4754 View (951) 349-4754
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Lindsey Fletcher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
In-person and Specialize in Couples Counseling. Being REAL, therapy is hard and challenging to face all the pain we try to avoid. Maybe you're struggling with the pain of loneliness or being controlled by overwhelming fears? Are you watching the relationships in your life and not sure why you feel so disconnected and misunderstood? Maybe you have experienced betrayal and trauma? I want you to feel safe to go deeper, stay in the emotions and gain more self awareness to make decisions in your relationships.
In-person and Specialize in Couples Counseling. Being REAL, therapy is hard and challenging to face all the pain we try to avoid. Maybe you're struggling with the pain of loneliness or being controlled by overwhelming fears? Are you watching the relationships in your life and not sure why you feel so disconnected and misunderstood? Maybe you have experienced betrayal and trauma? I want you to feel safe to go deeper, stay in the emotions and gain more self awareness to make decisions in your relationships.
(949) 978-0358 View (949) 978-0358

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Jillian Jeffries
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Coto De Caza, CA 92679  (Online Only)
As an AMFT, I have a passion for working with young adults, college students, and teens striving for a safe space to process difficult and chaotic life circumstances. I often utilize a mix of CBT and EFT therapy to help clients learn new ways of taking care of, showing up for themselves, and learning new coping skills that can be utilized for a lifetime. I am passionate about working with clients with anxiety, OCD, depression, and those that wish to further exploring their inner world and want to create changes in their daily life.
As an AMFT, I have a passion for working with young adults, college students, and teens striving for a safe space to process difficult and chaotic life circumstances. I often utilize a mix of CBT and EFT therapy to help clients learn new ways of taking care of, showing up for themselves, and learning new coping skills that can be utilized for a lifetime. I am passionate about working with clients with anxiety, OCD, depression, and those that wish to further exploring their inner world and want to create changes in their daily life.
(714) 909-2071 View (714) 909-2071
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Kerreen M Chau
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Coto De Caza, CA 92679
I treat individuals, couples and adolescents. I specialize in couple therapy and work on issues of communication, affairs, intimacy, relationship building and divorce transition. People often believe that they are more independent than they truly are on others, less connected and affected by the people in their lives. However, research shows the opposite. It also helps to learn about our emotions. Emotions often are automatic especially when anxiety and stress is high. My work looks at affective neuroscience which integrates the scientific research of brain function and emotions that drive behavior, focus and our relationships with others."
I treat individuals, couples and adolescents. I specialize in couple therapy and work on issues of communication, affairs, intimacy, relationship building and divorce transition. People often believe that they are more independent than they truly are on others, less connected and affected by the people in their lives. However, research shows the opposite. It also helps to learn about our emotions. Emotions often are automatic especially when anxiety and stress is high. My work looks at affective neuroscience which integrates the scientific research of brain function and emotions that drive behavior, focus and our relationships with others."
(949) 769-0153 View (949) 769-0153
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Colleen Woodall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679
Hello there and congrats on taking the first step looking into therapy! My name is Colleen Woodall, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Diego, California with the ability to work virtually with clients all over California. My focus is mainly kids, teens, young adult women, and mothers experiencing life changes, stress, or anxiety. client’s needs, however, I always take a humanistic, strengths based, and client centered approach. Meaning I focus on each client’s strengths and how to utilize them and place high value on client discovery and self-love.
Hello there and congrats on taking the first step looking into therapy! My name is Colleen Woodall, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Diego, California with the ability to work virtually with clients all over California. My focus is mainly kids, teens, young adult women, and mothers experiencing life changes, stress, or anxiety. client’s needs, however, I always take a humanistic, strengths based, and client centered approach. Meaning I focus on each client’s strengths and how to utilize them and place high value on client discovery and self-love.
(424) 799-0845 View (424) 799-0845
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Susan J Novak
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Coto De Caza, CA 92679
Whether you are struggling with depression, suffering with anxiety or panic attacks, wrestling with your marriage, coping with divorce, dealing with an illness or death, feeling controlled or humiliated by your significant other, or living with a history of sexual abuse or assault, I can help you work on these issues. With over 22 years of clinical experience, I have helped many people improve their lives. Find your solutions and start feeling better today!
Whether you are struggling with depression, suffering with anxiety or panic attacks, wrestling with your marriage, coping with divorce, dealing with an illness or death, feeling controlled or humiliated by your significant other, or living with a history of sexual abuse or assault, I can help you work on these issues. With over 22 years of clinical experience, I have helped many people improve their lives. Find your solutions and start feeling better today!
(949) 245-6733 View (949) 245-6733
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Jessie Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92678
Jessie Wilson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2019. She has a BA in Psychology from Simpson University and an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University. Jessie has worked in the field for more than 16 years. The first 15 were spent working in the trauma realm assisting with reunification of children that had been removed from their parents. During this time not only was Jessie able to work with the children and foster parents, but also the biological parents. It was a very holistic setting and a great way to really see some growth and progress with all.
Jessie Wilson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Tennessee who has been practicing since 2019. She has a BA in Psychology from Simpson University and an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University. Jessie has worked in the field for more than 16 years. The first 15 were spent working in the trauma realm assisting with reunification of children that had been removed from their parents. During this time not only was Jessie able to work with the children and foster parents, but also the biological parents. It was a very holistic setting and a great way to really see some growth and progress with all.
(951) 476-1925 View (951) 476-1925

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Infertility Therapists

How can infertility affect couples and their relationship?

Clients who are dealing with infertility may experience conflict and communication problems. It’s not unusual for shame, blame, and guilt to arise in cases of infertility, whether the source of the problem is one partner or both. This means that clients are upset and pulling away from their partner just when they need them the most. Some clients may find it difficult to spend time around friends and family who are pregnant. Friends and family can also make hurtful comments that increase tension during this time.

How does therapy for infertility issues work?

The therapist will begin by gathering information about the client or couple and make a treatment plan for their specific concerns. In addition to addressing common mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions or PTSD, therapists can help clients improve their decision-making and deal with stressors unique to infertility. Some examples include coping with the “two-week wait” before a pregnancy test, the distress associated with a failed attempt or miscarriage, and the shame and blame sometimes associated with reproductive concerns.

What type of therapy is best for infertility issues?

Many therapists offer psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are dealing with infertility issues. Some helpful therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which can aid clients in reframing negative thoughts about their situation. Expressive writing and art therapy can help clients process difficult feelings. Clients might also benefit from group therapy to experience support from others who are dealing with the same problems.

How long does therapy for infertility issues take?

There is no set length for therapy that addresses infertility or reproductive concerns. Some clients might find it helpful to continue therapy during their pregnancy to have healthy ways to cope with any associated stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Some clients who decide not to pursue fertility treatments might benefit from the support of a therapist. The duration of therapy varies depending on the individual client’s specific needs and goals.