Psychoanalytic Therapists in San Clemente, CA
Karen Smith Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92674 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Karen Smith, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT138686), who is passionate about helping clients discover, or rediscover, their inner strength, and heal anything that is unresolved. My approach to providing therapy is taking a look at the whole picture, including the client's childhood, worldview, and current problem areas, and clearing out anything that could be holding them back from happiness and peace. I use EMDR, CBT, DBT, Psychoanalysis, and more, to uncover what led to the current undesirable thoughts and behaviors.
My name is Karen Smith, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT138686), who is passionate about helping clients discover, or rediscover, their inner strength, and heal anything that is unresolved. My approach to providing therapy is taking a look at the whole picture, including the client's childhood, worldview, and current problem areas, and clearing out anything that could be holding them back from happiness and peace. I use EMDR, CBT, DBT, Psychoanalysis, and more, to uncover what led to the current undesirable thoughts and behaviors.
Are you in search of depth, meaning, transformation and healing? I help clients achieve those. Are you suffering from postpartum depression or confusion ? It is my expertise to work with women in childbirth phase. If you wish to resolve difficulties in relationship, or work through your childhood trauma, attachment and early life complexities; if you want to ease PTSD and anxiety symptoms, or to feel the heaviness and blackness of depression lightened, I am experienced in helping clients achieve these.
Are you in search of depth, meaning, transformation and healing? I help clients achieve those. Are you suffering from postpartum depression or confusion ? It is my expertise to work with women in childbirth phase. If you wish to resolve difficulties in relationship, or work through your childhood trauma, attachment and early life complexities; if you want to ease PTSD and anxiety symptoms, or to feel the heaviness and blackness of depression lightened, I am experienced in helping clients achieve these.
I became a marriage and family therapist through a spiritual inspiration. My goal is to help individuals become connected to themselves and the world around them. I believe we are all wounded not broken and deserve an opportunity to heal. My methods are uniquely connected to my personality. I am both loving and direct, and desire to get to the goal as quickly as possible. I think out of the box yet remain professional. I am insightful, intuitive and creative in my approach.
I became a marriage and family therapist through a spiritual inspiration. My goal is to help individuals become connected to themselves and the world around them. I believe we are all wounded not broken and deserve an opportunity to heal. My methods are uniquely connected to my personality. I am both loving and direct, and desire to get to the goal as quickly as possible. I think out of the box yet remain professional. I am insightful, intuitive and creative in my approach.
I have been doing individual and couple therapy for over thirty years. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, always choosing the one that best suits the client's immediate needs. These modalities range from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral to narrative and existential. There is even some dream and hypnotherapy added when helpful. In addition to my clinical practice, I have extensive forensic psychology experience, including resolving workplace disputes, custody issues, and trial consulting. My goal is to help clients find meaningful solutions to challenging life problems.
I have been doing individual and couple therapy for over thirty years. I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, always choosing the one that best suits the client's immediate needs. These modalities range from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral to narrative and existential. There is even some dream and hypnotherapy added when helpful. In addition to my clinical practice, I have extensive forensic psychology experience, including resolving workplace disputes, custody issues, and trial consulting. My goal is to help clients find meaningful solutions to challenging life problems.
Clients dealing with anxiety, depression, substance abuse and relationship issues. Helping people who wish to become better versions of themselves and improve interactions with others.
Clients dealing with anxiety, depression, substance abuse and relationship issues. Helping people who wish to become better versions of themselves and improve interactions with others.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who want to address long-term problems and patterns. It is through this kind of personal exploration that a deeper understanding can be attained and the sense-of-self can be strengthened.
A psychodynamic approach can go below the surface to address problems, improve personal relationships, and stop self-destructive behavior. So often, past experiences can interfere with our present lives and we find ourselves suffering through repeated ongoing pain.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who want to address long-term problems and patterns. It is through this kind of personal exploration that a deeper understanding can be attained and the sense-of-self can be strengthened.
A psychodynamic approach can go below the surface to address problems, improve personal relationships, and stop self-destructive behavior. So often, past experiences can interfere with our present lives and we find ourselves suffering through repeated ongoing pain.
Lily Habte
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92672
Do you feel lonely in your relationship? Are you tired of the same arguments? Does everything feel difficult? Working from home has increased these challenges for many couples. My expertise is working with couples who are struggling with communication, addiction, and infidelity. An unhealthy dynamic in a relationship affects your self esteem, outlook, motivation, and happiness. I help my clients learn and adopt effective tools that they can implement and practice in their everyday life. You don't have to do it alone. Call, let's talk.
Do you feel lonely in your relationship? Are you tired of the same arguments? Does everything feel difficult? Working from home has increased these challenges for many couples. My expertise is working with couples who are struggling with communication, addiction, and infidelity. An unhealthy dynamic in a relationship affects your self esteem, outlook, motivation, and happiness. I help my clients learn and adopt effective tools that they can implement and practice in their everyday life. You don't have to do it alone. Call, let's talk.
Alexandra Donnelly Lcsw Dcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92672 (Online Only)
My style involves working collaboratively to help my clients improve the quality of their lives in their work, their relationships and their interests.
My approach brings to light how past experiences affect the choices that we make in our current lives, both positively and negatively, and how we can alter destructive patterns by learning new healthy coping skills.
My style involves working collaboratively to help my clients improve the quality of their lives in their work, their relationships and their interests.
My approach brings to light how past experiences affect the choices that we make in our current lives, both positively and negatively, and how we can alter destructive patterns by learning new healthy coping skills.
Roxana Karimi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92672 (Online Only)
Childhood is the single most important predictor of well being in human development. Many of us have buried memories into our subconscious, the painful and the good. By approaching the issues holistically, we will help you live the life you want. Wellness, in its literal definition means a healthy balance of the mind, body and spirit. We will explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, childhood experiences, relationships, and current environment are contributing to your distress and healing. Reach out to learn about my inner child course and 1:1 work together.
Childhood is the single most important predictor of well being in human development. Many of us have buried memories into our subconscious, the painful and the good. By approaching the issues holistically, we will help you live the life you want. Wellness, in its literal definition means a healthy balance of the mind, body and spirit. We will explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, childhood experiences, relationships, and current environment are contributing to your distress and healing. Reach out to learn about my inner child course and 1:1 work together.
Taylor Hane
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92672
Hello and warmest of welcomes! My name is Taylor Hane and I'm an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. First, I am human, then therapist. Navigating the journey of life can be challenging, rewarding and everything in between and I am here to offer support and guidance towards growth through trained skills, fresh perspectives, and much more. I like to approach most things with genuine curiosity, humility, grace, and authenticity while valuing a strong therapeutic alliance. Above everything, I passionately enjoy working with people and utilizing my strengths/skills to help others feel empowered in their lives.
Hello and warmest of welcomes! My name is Taylor Hane and I'm an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. First, I am human, then therapist. Navigating the journey of life can be challenging, rewarding and everything in between and I am here to offer support and guidance towards growth through trained skills, fresh perspectives, and much more. I like to approach most things with genuine curiosity, humility, grace, and authenticity while valuing a strong therapeutic alliance. Above everything, I passionately enjoy working with people and utilizing my strengths/skills to help others feel empowered in their lives.
Orange County Therapy- Emily Mayot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Clemente, CA 92672
My ideal client is someone who seeks to overcome persistent feelings that hinder their daily life. They need a supportive space to develop healthier coping mechanisms and understand their emotions. Their goals are to gain control over their emotional state, improve personal and professional relationships, and achieve personal growth. They want therapy to overcome the constraints of their psychological struggles, aiming for a fulfilling, balanced life. I specialize in PTSD, life changes, anxiety, depression and addiction.
My ideal client is someone who seeks to overcome persistent feelings that hinder their daily life. They need a supportive space to develop healthier coping mechanisms and understand their emotions. Their goals are to gain control over their emotional state, improve personal and professional relationships, and achieve personal growth. They want therapy to overcome the constraints of their psychological struggles, aiming for a fulfilling, balanced life. I specialize in PTSD, life changes, anxiety, depression and addiction.
we specialize in working with mental health and addiction clients and address addictions ranging from benzodiazepine use to opioid withdrawals, we have an outpatient clinic that focuses on what our clients needs are and working on underlying traumas that caused there use or mental health disorder.
we specialize in working with mental health and addiction clients and address addictions ranging from benzodiazepine use to opioid withdrawals, we have an outpatient clinic that focuses on what our clients needs are and working on underlying traumas that caused there use or mental health disorder.
Have you looked at your life lately and thought that maybe your life hasn’t turned out the way you thought it would be? Or maybe you’ve “checked all the boxes” but you still feel numb, disconnected, anxious or depressed? Maybe you are growing your family, and no one told you becoming a mother would be so difficult. But the fact is, life can be hard. Really hard. And sometimes we need help navigating our thoughts, feelings and experiences.
Have you looked at your life lately and thought that maybe your life hasn’t turned out the way you thought it would be? Or maybe you’ve “checked all the boxes” but you still feel numb, disconnected, anxious or depressed? Maybe you are growing your family, and no one told you becoming a mother would be so difficult. But the fact is, life can be hard. Really hard. And sometimes we need help navigating our thoughts, feelings and experiences.
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With a background in depth psychology including psychoanalytic, attachment, and Jungian approaches, I will help you explore old patterns & create new perspectives.
Do you feel on track or struggling with juggling work, relationships, and just plain life? You know you want change but how can change happen? Maybe it is time to create a new path, your path. I will collaborate with you to understand the patterns you are repeating & help you develop new skills. Areas of focus include relationships, communication, boundaries, assertiveness, and self awareness. This is practical and grounded depth psychotherapy for both daily and longterm well being. I offer a complimentary fifteen minute phone consult so reach out!
With a background in depth psychology including psychoanalytic, attachment, and Jungian approaches, I will help you explore old patterns & create new perspectives.
Do you feel on track or struggling with juggling work, relationships, and just plain life? You know you want change but how can change happen? Maybe it is time to create a new path, your path. I will collaborate with you to understand the patterns you are repeating & help you develop new skills. Areas of focus include relationships, communication, boundaries, assertiveness, and self awareness. This is practical and grounded depth psychotherapy for both daily and longterm well being. I offer a complimentary fifteen minute phone consult so reach out!
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Felecia A. Pedrogo Interracial Couples Specialist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
INTERRACIAL COUPLES…. Culturally diverse factors may exist but the underlining issues threatening your happiness are the same as any other relationship. Emotional detachment leaving you feeling isolated and disconnected when there has been a shift in focus to career, friends, children, hobbies or social activities. Your partner fails to express gratitude or appreciation for the contribution you make to the relationship leaving you agitated and bitter. Sensing a loss of sexual intimacy or struggling with physical affection. Toxic Masculinity or Femininity may have left you defenseless against verbal or physical abuse.
INTERRACIAL COUPLES…. Culturally diverse factors may exist but the underlining issues threatening your happiness are the same as any other relationship. Emotional detachment leaving you feeling isolated and disconnected when there has been a shift in focus to career, friends, children, hobbies or social activities. Your partner fails to express gratitude or appreciation for the contribution you make to the relationship leaving you agitated and bitter. Sensing a loss of sexual intimacy or struggling with physical affection. Toxic Masculinity or Femininity may have left you defenseless against verbal or physical abuse.
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!
Avery Centre (Trauma, Grief, Loss, PTSD)
MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
The Avery Centre has experienced and compassionate therapists ready to help children and adults suffering from trauma, grief, loss, and/or PTSD. After a crisis, loss, or trauma, each individual has their own way of grieving, and coping. Sadness, guilt, shock, anger, frustration, rage, and feelings of helplessness may occur. The healing process may begin with the passage of time and the support of loved ones; however, professional help may be needed for support during the initial shock of the situation and later on while experiencing different stages of the grief cycle. The Avery Centre was created to provide clients with support, guidance, understanding, and empathy during these most difficult times.
The Avery Centre has experienced and compassionate therapists ready to help children and adults suffering from trauma, grief, loss, and/or PTSD. After a crisis, loss, or trauma, each individual has their own way of grieving, and coping. Sadness, guilt, shock, anger, frustration, rage, and feelings of helplessness may occur. The healing process may begin with the passage of time and the support of loved ones; however, professional help may be needed for support during the initial shock of the situation and later on while experiencing different stages of the grief cycle. The Avery Centre was created to provide clients with support, guidance, understanding, and empathy during these most difficult times.
Hello, My name is Pavly Abdelmalek and I am a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT). I enjoy using a variety of different approaches to therapy and I will tailor them according to your needs. My focus areas of practice will always start with providing a comfortable non-judgmental environment for you accompanied with the highest level of empathy throughout the therapeutic process. I am excited to know your story.
Hello, My name is Pavly Abdelmalek and I am a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT). I enjoy using a variety of different approaches to therapy and I will tailor them according to your needs. My focus areas of practice will always start with providing a comfortable non-judgmental environment for you accompanied with the highest level of empathy throughout the therapeutic process. I am excited to know your story.
It takes 2 to know 1. As a therapist, I utilize multiple approaches (for example, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, family systems, strengths based, EMDR) to deliver effective interventions tailored for each indvidual. I will meet you where you are at, and I am committed to getting you where you want to go. Therapy is both a journey and a destination.
It takes 2 to know 1. As a therapist, I utilize multiple approaches (for example, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, family systems, strengths based, EMDR) to deliver effective interventions tailored for each indvidual. I will meet you where you are at, and I am committed to getting you where you want to go. Therapy is both a journey and a destination.
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Psychoanalytic Therapists
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.