Female Therapists in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Elizabeth Ann Cappelletti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CIMHP, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Looking to create positive change in your life? Not sure where to start? I provide a safe, nurturing environment to explore and heal from trauma and old wounds - as well as recent ones- that might be keeping you stuck. Specializing in Integrative and Holistic Medicine for Mental Health, I bring nearly 20 years of experience and ongoing training to the work I do. It's not just about the past, it's not just about the present- what we have walked through, what we are walking through now... what we eat, expose ourselves to, who we surround ourselves with.. it all matters.
Looking to create positive change in your life? Not sure where to start? I provide a safe, nurturing environment to explore and heal from trauma and old wounds - as well as recent ones- that might be keeping you stuck. Specializing in Integrative and Holistic Medicine for Mental Health, I bring nearly 20 years of experience and ongoing training to the work I do. It's not just about the past, it's not just about the present- what we have walked through, what we are walking through now... what we eat, expose ourselves to, who we surround ourselves with.. it all matters.
Carolyn Suttle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Waitlist for new clients
Additionally, I have extensive training in perinatal mood disorders and work as part of a collaborative care team in UCSD Reproductive Medicine, providing psychological support for women and families coping with infertility, pregnancy, pregnancy loss and the postpartum period.
My therapeutic approach is tailored carefully for each individual, couple or family. I create an empathic, non-judgmental, culturally sensitive environment for clients to discover and develop their internal strengths to cope with life’s stressors. It is a privilege to be with clients during the most challenging times, including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, employment changes, and life transitions.
Additionally, I have extensive training in perinatal mood disorders and work as part of a collaborative care team in UCSD Reproductive Medicine, providing psychological support for women and families coping with infertility, pregnancy, pregnancy loss and the postpartum period.
My therapeutic approach is tailored carefully for each individual, couple or family. I create an empathic, non-judgmental, culturally sensitive environment for clients to discover and develop their internal strengths to cope with life’s stressors. It is a privilege to be with clients during the most challenging times, including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, employment changes, and life transitions.
Crystal Valerio-Sandoval
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Hello! In this therapeutic journey that you have decided to embark on, I believe in putting you first. What is that you desire to change? What is troubling you at the moment? What is that you need? Is it guidance, a listening ear, to overcome past trauma, anxiety or depression? Are you going through life changes? I have been in practice for 10 years. My experience includes working with adolescents, children, families, couples, elderly and adults. I practice various treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy. I have treated ADHD, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, grief, divorce, and trauma.
Hello! In this therapeutic journey that you have decided to embark on, I believe in putting you first. What is that you desire to change? What is troubling you at the moment? What is that you need? Is it guidance, a listening ear, to overcome past trauma, anxiety or depression? Are you going through life changes? I have been in practice for 10 years. My experience includes working with adolescents, children, families, couples, elderly and adults. I practice various treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy. I have treated ADHD, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, grief, divorce, and trauma.
Cassandra C Seidler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
I firmly believe that you are the ultimate authority of your life story and I aim to guide you on the path to unlocking your fullest potential and reclaiming your inner strength. I will always honor your voice, your experiences, and your journey, so that we may co-create a therapeutic alliance built on mutual respect, trust, and hopefully laughter. An ideal candidate for my therapeutic approach is someone who is grappling with an array of challenges, including symptoms related to identity, self-image, neurodiversity, family dynamics, being a teenager, marriage issues, and anything else that life throws at you.
I firmly believe that you are the ultimate authority of your life story and I aim to guide you on the path to unlocking your fullest potential and reclaiming your inner strength. I will always honor your voice, your experiences, and your journey, so that we may co-create a therapeutic alliance built on mutual respect, trust, and hopefully laughter. An ideal candidate for my therapeutic approach is someone who is grappling with an array of challenges, including symptoms related to identity, self-image, neurodiversity, family dynamics, being a teenager, marriage issues, and anything else that life throws at you.
Stephanie Ragone
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Cultivating hope & healing in times of adversity can be challenging. Whether you’re feeling "not good enough", caught in an emotionally destructive relationship, or encountering major life transitions, I will provide a safe space to explore challenges & promote transformation that will last. I encourage self-examination & self-exploration through a client-centered, psychodynamic approach to gain awareness of how past experiences may influence present behaviors. Through a relationship built on trust & compassion, I help clients reconnect with their inner compass, guiding them toward healing to discover their authentic selves.
Cultivating hope & healing in times of adversity can be challenging. Whether you’re feeling "not good enough", caught in an emotionally destructive relationship, or encountering major life transitions, I will provide a safe space to explore challenges & promote transformation that will last. I encourage self-examination & self-exploration through a client-centered, psychodynamic approach to gain awareness of how past experiences may influence present behaviors. Through a relationship built on trust & compassion, I help clients reconnect with their inner compass, guiding them toward healing to discover their authentic selves.
Time to make a change? I am here to help. I practice Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on teaching coping skills and solving problems, and has been demonstrated by research to be highly effective in producing results. My specialties are anxiety, OCD, and depression, but I have experience successfully treating most problems. In addition to teaching how to resolve and manage problems, I focus on improving overall quality of life by increasing happiness and meaningfulness. I work with all ages - children, adolescents, adults, and families. I love my work and I am very dedicated to seeing my clients improve!
Time to make a change? I am here to help. I practice Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on teaching coping skills and solving problems, and has been demonstrated by research to be highly effective in producing results. My specialties are anxiety, OCD, and depression, but I have experience successfully treating most problems. In addition to teaching how to resolve and manage problems, I focus on improving overall quality of life by increasing happiness and meaningfulness. I work with all ages - children, adolescents, adults, and families. I love my work and I am very dedicated to seeing my clients improve!
Susanna Vakili
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
I provide therapy for individuals, couples and families, and have experience with issues that are typically encountered by people at some point in their lifetime - sadness, worry, grief, loss, and relationship difficulties. I also specialize in working with children, who often express emotional issues through difficult/challenging behaviors.
I provide therapy for individuals, couples and families, and have experience with issues that are typically encountered by people at some point in their lifetime - sadness, worry, grief, loss, and relationship difficulties. I also specialize in working with children, who often express emotional issues through difficult/challenging behaviors.
Do you lie awake at night worrying about how you are going to make your relationship work? Have you tried everything you know to make your relationship better? Do you feel as though you are living with a roommate instead of a passionate partner? I can help you find ways to respond to your relational challenges with tools that will last a lifetime and, in the process, will bring you closer toward finding emotional freedom in all your relationships.
Do you lie awake at night worrying about how you are going to make your relationship work? Have you tried everything you know to make your relationship better? Do you feel as though you are living with a roommate instead of a passionate partner? I can help you find ways to respond to your relational challenges with tools that will last a lifetime and, in the process, will bring you closer toward finding emotional freedom in all your relationships.
Tracey Kane
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Waitlist for new clients
Initiating therapy is a courageous and vulnerable step. For many who have experienced trauma, addiction, and relational issues in their past, this can be an intense experience. I will work closely with you to understand your individual circumstances and needs. Together, we will build a plan that honors your journey of healing. As a therapist, I will work to provide a safe space and act as a guide as you build insight and explore new ways of living. My goal is to promote healing from within, shift pervasive beliefs that no longer serve you, and help you explore and uncover attunement to your purpose and sense of self.
Initiating therapy is a courageous and vulnerable step. For many who have experienced trauma, addiction, and relational issues in their past, this can be an intense experience. I will work closely with you to understand your individual circumstances and needs. Together, we will build a plan that honors your journey of healing. As a therapist, I will work to provide a safe space and act as a guide as you build insight and explore new ways of living. My goal is to promote healing from within, shift pervasive beliefs that no longer serve you, and help you explore and uncover attunement to your purpose and sense of self.
Encompass Counseling & Recovery Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
We believe people today are reacting to an existential emptiness in our culture with negative coping behaviors such as over use of social media, substance addictions, mental health crises, eating disorders, relational failures, even suicides. Treating the cause of these issues as well as symptoms requires a psychological, mental, and spiritual approach in order for us to thrive and attain lasting transformation into wholeness. Encompass takes such an approach, sensitive to the unique needs of our attempts to thrive, and overcome with resilience, hope and optimism for our futures.
We believe people today are reacting to an existential emptiness in our culture with negative coping behaviors such as over use of social media, substance addictions, mental health crises, eating disorders, relational failures, even suicides. Treating the cause of these issues as well as symptoms requires a psychological, mental, and spiritual approach in order for us to thrive and attain lasting transformation into wholeness. Encompass takes such an approach, sensitive to the unique needs of our attempts to thrive, and overcome with resilience, hope and optimism for our futures.
Taylor Hane
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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.
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Miracle Activation Center
Pastoral Counselor, OMC, CHT
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
We have a four-fold mission: To be a channel to eradicate spiritual and physical hunger, to make the invisible visible, to bring clarity to every situation, and to bring unifying solutions to all individuals and organizations. Through education and counseling, our clients receive practical tools to navigate all relationships in their life from a place of compassion and strength. By inviting each person's Inner Guide to lead the way, our client's lives are transformed as they develop healthier Self-identities that ensure healing from grief, loss, early childhood trauma, addiction, and improved personal and work relationships.
We have a four-fold mission: To be a channel to eradicate spiritual and physical hunger, to make the invisible visible, to bring clarity to every situation, and to bring unifying solutions to all individuals and organizations. Through education and counseling, our clients receive practical tools to navigate all relationships in their life from a place of compassion and strength. By inviting each person's Inner Guide to lead the way, our client's lives are transformed as they develop healthier Self-identities that ensure healing from grief, loss, early childhood trauma, addiction, and improved personal and work relationships.
Michelle Kane
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, Coach
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am extensively trained to work with individuals of every age and stage of development, along with additional specialized training for couples and families. I apply a systemic perspective and strength-based and resilience approach with clients, while blending evidence-based theory into practice. I work with life stage transitions, marital satisfaction and intimacy issues, high conflict, anxiety, depression, divorced or remarried or blended families, anger management, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, multi-cultural communication, stress management, family of origin issues, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, spiritual development, and work/life balance.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am extensively trained to work with individuals of every age and stage of development, along with additional specialized training for couples and families. I apply a systemic perspective and strength-based and resilience approach with clients, while blending evidence-based theory into practice. I work with life stage transitions, marital satisfaction and intimacy issues, high conflict, anxiety, depression, divorced or remarried or blended families, anger management, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, multi-cultural communication, stress management, family of origin issues, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, spiritual development, and work/life balance.
Nicole Testa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
If you are looking at this page, you are most likely trying to get help. Finding a good match is essential to successful therapy. I connect with clients by listening and exploring without judgement. Clients have told me they appreciate my compassion, finding it easy to talk with me about difficult issues.
Psychotherapy is a process of self-discovery where you learn why you do what you do, as well as how to change behaviors. Many hide their authentic self, conforming to the expectations of others. Psychotherapy can assist you in becoming reacquainted with yourself.
If you are looking at this page, you are most likely trying to get help. Finding a good match is essential to successful therapy. I connect with clients by listening and exploring without judgement. Clients have told me they appreciate my compassion, finding it easy to talk with me about difficult issues.
Psychotherapy is a process of self-discovery where you learn why you do what you do, as well as how to change behaviors. Many hide their authentic self, conforming to the expectations of others. Psychotherapy can assist you in becoming reacquainted with yourself.
Coastal Neuropsychology & Concussion Specialists
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
When you are experiencing cognitive (memory and thinking) difficulties;, you need to undergo a Comprehensive Neuropsychological Evaluation by expert Neuropsychologist to determine the cause (diagnosis) and treatment recommendations. I have extensive training and experience in assessing brain disorders of patients 18 and above. My goal is to provide the highest quality of care while always placing the needs or my patients as my priority. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
When you are experiencing cognitive (memory and thinking) difficulties;, you need to undergo a Comprehensive Neuropsychological Evaluation by expert Neuropsychologist to determine the cause (diagnosis) and treatment recommendations. I have extensive training and experience in assessing brain disorders of patients 18 and above. My goal is to provide the highest quality of care while always placing the needs or my patients as my priority. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Erin Popp
Licensed Educational Psychologist, MA, PPS, LEP
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Many individuals struggle with feelings of anxiety and sadness, which disrupts their daily lives.This emotional turmoil often leads to a lack of peace and calm, affecting their overall well-being and interactions with others. After 28 years working as a psychologist, I have a tremendous amount of empathy and understanding for the struggles and challenges we face to become compassionate members of society today. I help clients learn how past experiences shape their current perceptions and interactions. I teach clients about the brain's function, empowering them to take control of their thoughts and feelings.
Many individuals struggle with feelings of anxiety and sadness, which disrupts their daily lives.This emotional turmoil often leads to a lack of peace and calm, affecting their overall well-being and interactions with others. After 28 years working as a psychologist, I have a tremendous amount of empathy and understanding for the struggles and challenges we face to become compassionate members of society today. I help clients learn how past experiences shape their current perceptions and interactions. I teach clients about the brain's function, empowering them to take control of their thoughts and feelings.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am specially trained to work with children, adults, couples, and families. My treatment approach provides support and feedback, helping clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I help clients to find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.
My clinical approach is systemic in nature, as I view people not as individuals in isolation, but as part of a larger family system. In this way, relationships, communication, and interactions between people are emphasized. Even when working with individuals, this approach is helpful and empowering.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am specially trained to work with children, adults, couples, and families. My treatment approach provides support and feedback, helping clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I help clients to find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.
My clinical approach is systemic in nature, as I view people not as individuals in isolation, but as part of a larger family system. In this way, relationships, communication, and interactions between people are emphasized. Even when working with individuals, this approach is helpful and empowering.
Walk Intuit Inc.
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Seeing clients in Orange, Costa Mesa, and San Juan. We are here to help you heal and walk alongside you on your journey. You are not what has happened to you. Your trauma and pain does not define you. We will help you through embodied experiences to release trauma patters from your nervous system and create a story of joy and healing. As your therapy team we will help you to navigate, and build confidence. Whether you have experienced trauma, are struggling with lack of purpose, feeling empty or alone, or experiencing feeling fragmented or broken. You are not alone and healing is possible! In office, outdoors or with horses.
Seeing clients in Orange, Costa Mesa, and San Juan. We are here to help you heal and walk alongside you on your journey. You are not what has happened to you. Your trauma and pain does not define you. We will help you through embodied experiences to release trauma patters from your nervous system and create a story of joy and healing. As your therapy team we will help you to navigate, and build confidence. Whether you have experienced trauma, are struggling with lack of purpose, feeling empty or alone, or experiencing feeling fragmented or broken. You are not alone and healing is possible! In office, outdoors or with horses.
Elisa (Lisa) Lipton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
One of the most effective treatments, Elisa, aka Lisa offers EMDR for all adults and adolescents, high school age and older, as a Certified EMDR therapist. She has over 20 years of experience, as a therapist. She also works with many young adults as they navigate this difficult transition. Lisa also offers spiritual psychotherapy, to help clients find meaning and purpose in their lives.
One of the most effective treatments, Elisa, aka Lisa offers EMDR for all adults and adolescents, high school age and older, as a Certified EMDR therapist. She has over 20 years of experience, as a therapist. She also works with many young adults as they navigate this difficult transition. Lisa also offers spiritual psychotherapy, to help clients find meaning and purpose in their lives.
Nubia Marcela Tellis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, BCBA
Verified Verified
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Hello! You're taking the first step towards learning how to manage those negative emotions. Guess what!? We all experience distressing emotions and thoughts. Those thoughts trigger behaviors that can affect our relationship with ourselves and with others. Learning how to manage them and not suppress them is the journey we can take together. I will empower you along the way so you can continue your journey with newly learned skills and confidence.
Hello! You're taking the first step towards learning how to manage those negative emotions. Guess what!? We all experience distressing emotions and thoughts. Those thoughts trigger behaviors that can affect our relationship with ourselves and with others. Learning how to manage them and not suppress them is the journey we can take together. I will empower you along the way so you can continue your journey with newly learned skills and confidence.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.