Couples Counseling Therapists in Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA
Jim Moakley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
I've helped individuals, couples, families, and groups, of all ages and from all walks of life, many with severe diagnoses such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, danger to self and to others, substance abuses and addictions of all kinds, domestic violence, sexual abuse, eating disorders, and other challenges.
You deserve to feel happy, healthy, and loved! Your relationships can be the best part of your life, helping you to feel joy, appreciation, and fulfillment...or you can find yourself just going through the motions. In our stressful and demanding world, it is all too easy to disconnect from those who are most important to us; poor communication leads to a lack of understanding, and we become demanding, intolerant, and unforgiving of ourselves and of those who matter most. Instead of sharing quality time together, we spend our energy tearing each other down. Gaining awareness, and learning from the past instead of dwelling on it, are some of the first steps toward moving forward. I find nothing more satisfying than helping people to overcome their obstacles so that they can love and feel loved, accept and feel accepted, and realize that they are truly worthy of all that life has to offer. Since 2009, I've helped my clients become better versions of themselves; let's work together and start turning your possibilities into realities!
I've helped individuals, couples, families, and groups, of all ages and from all walks of life, many with severe diagnoses such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, danger to self and to others, substance abuses and addictions of all kinds, domestic violence, sexual abuse, eating disorders, and other challenges.
You deserve to feel happy, healthy, and loved! Your relationships can be the best part of your life, helping you to feel joy, appreciation, and fulfillment...or you can find yourself just going through the motions. In our stressful and demanding world, it is all too easy to disconnect from those who are most important to us; poor communication leads to a lack of understanding, and we become demanding, intolerant, and unforgiving of ourselves and of those who matter most. Instead of sharing quality time together, we spend our energy tearing each other down. Gaining awareness, and learning from the past instead of dwelling on it, are some of the first steps toward moving forward. I find nothing more satisfying than helping people to overcome their obstacles so that they can love and feel loved, accept and feel accepted, and realize that they are truly worthy of all that life has to offer. Since 2009, I've helped my clients become better versions of themselves; let's work together and start turning your possibilities into realities!
Stephen P Pines
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
My specialities include individual psychotherapy, psychological assessment, and couples therapy.
My main focus is to provide my clients with a supportive atmosphere that allows them to focus on exploring and processing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in an effort to improve their emotional and physical well-being. I integrate a client-centered treatment approach with mindfulness, attachment theory, and Interpersonal Neurobiology. I work with my clients as they heal from trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, and depression. I currently treat adolescents, ages 12 and up, young adults, adults, and couples.
My specialities include individual psychotherapy, psychological assessment, and couples therapy.
My main focus is to provide my clients with a supportive atmosphere that allows them to focus on exploring and processing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in an effort to improve their emotional and physical well-being. I integrate a client-centered treatment approach with mindfulness, attachment theory, and Interpersonal Neurobiology. I work with my clients as they heal from trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, and depression. I currently treat adolescents, ages 12 and up, young adults, adults, and couples.
Arasha Alcaraz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Waitlist for new clients
I work on creating a culture of feedback to help strengthen the therapeutic relationship.
Healing is not linear, but you don’t have to go through it alone. I understand that therapy can be a difficult place for expression and a process that takes time and patience. I offer a warm and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your unique experiences and perspectives. I aim to provide a safe space to help you explore emotions, thoughts, and difficulties. I help you create a solid foundation for the therapeutic process, establish trust, and prompt your autonomy as you take an active role in your healing process.
I work on creating a culture of feedback to help strengthen the therapeutic relationship.
Healing is not linear, but you don’t have to go through it alone. I understand that therapy can be a difficult place for expression and a process that takes time and patience. I offer a warm and non-judgmental environment where you can explore your unique experiences and perspectives. I aim to provide a safe space to help you explore emotions, thoughts, and difficulties. I help you create a solid foundation for the therapeutic process, establish trust, and prompt your autonomy as you take an active role in your healing process.
Mayra Iniguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
If you are struggling with addictions, PTSD, depression, anxiety and relationship issues, you have come to the right place. Emotions are a natural part of life, but sometimes we struggle feeling stuck with painful emotions causing life and our circumstances to feel unmanageable. It can feel as though we are giving our best but have yet to see the desired outcome, and our emotions can get the best of us. My ultimate goal is to treat and heal the underlying root causes, thus providing an opportunity to break free from the chains of the harmful or negative past behaviors and thought processes.
If you are struggling with addictions, PTSD, depression, anxiety and relationship issues, you have come to the right place. Emotions are a natural part of life, but sometimes we struggle feeling stuck with painful emotions causing life and our circumstances to feel unmanageable. It can feel as though we are giving our best but have yet to see the desired outcome, and our emotions can get the best of us. My ultimate goal is to treat and heal the underlying root causes, thus providing an opportunity to break free from the chains of the harmful or negative past behaviors and thought processes.
Amy’s training has prepared her to work with children, teens, adults, couples, families, and young adults.
Making a decision to seek extra help and support during difficult seasons of life is a huge step. Times in life can be especially challenging and stressful. Seeking therapy is a sign of both strength and courage. Amy’s desire is to come along side you and work collaboratively to help you deal any challenges, stressors, difficulties, and or mental health struggles you may be facing. As a therapist, Amy is caring and empathetic while providing you with hope and encouragement to achieve your goals. Amy has experience dealing with a wide variety of relational, emotional, spiritual, and psychological struggles.
Amy’s training has prepared her to work with children, teens, adults, couples, families, and young adults.
Making a decision to seek extra help and support during difficult seasons of life is a huge step. Times in life can be especially challenging and stressful. Seeking therapy is a sign of both strength and courage. Amy’s desire is to come along side you and work collaboratively to help you deal any challenges, stressors, difficulties, and or mental health struggles you may be facing. As a therapist, Amy is caring and empathetic while providing you with hope and encouragement to achieve your goals. Amy has experience dealing with a wide variety of relational, emotional, spiritual, and psychological struggles.
Nina Tsao
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
I create a safe place for individuals to understand their feelings and thoughts; for couples and families to explore their vulnerabilities and needs.
Life's complexities often bring us to moments of doubt, overwhelming emotions, and feelings of incompleteness. Everyone, at some point in their lives, faces challenges with their emotions or mental health. It's part of the human experience. I offer a safe and non-judgmental place for individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, and stress; for couples and families with communication issues or conflicts. My goal as a therapist is to support individuals, couples, or families to address and overcome emotional well-being and rebuild damaged attachment bonds.
I create a safe place for individuals to understand their feelings and thoughts; for couples and families to explore their vulnerabilities and needs.
Life's complexities often bring us to moments of doubt, overwhelming emotions, and feelings of incompleteness. Everyone, at some point in their lives, faces challenges with their emotions or mental health. It's part of the human experience. I offer a safe and non-judgmental place for individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, and stress; for couples and families with communication issues or conflicts. My goal as a therapist is to support individuals, couples, or families to address and overcome emotional well-being and rebuild damaged attachment bonds.
I work with individuals and couples and have a passion for helping those struggling anxiety, depression, and relational concerns, among many others.
If you find yourself stuck and repeating familiar relational or emotional patterns, together we can work through them to help you grow and thrive. I use a trauma informed perspective and specialize in helping people get to the root of their issues to help them understand and work through patterns that have caused them to become stuck in life.
I work with individuals and couples and have a passion for helping those struggling anxiety, depression, and relational concerns, among many others.
If you find yourself stuck and repeating familiar relational or emotional patterns, together we can work through them to help you grow and thrive. I use a trauma informed perspective and specialize in helping people get to the root of their issues to help them understand and work through patterns that have caused them to become stuck in life.
Zach Ismirnioglou
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
With an understanding for the importance of past experiences and a dedication to evidence-based practices, we can work together to make sense of yourself and move towards more freedom while building a meaningful relationship.
My ideal client is an adult or couple feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges and seeking meaningful change. Dealing with issues such as grief, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, or relational conflict, they aim to understand their experiences, gain insight into their patterns, and work towards healing and personal growth. Whether highly motivated or on their last leg and exhausted, they are looking to embark on a journey of self-discovery to find peace and relief. . Together, we'll strive for a more balanced and fulfilling life.
With an understanding for the importance of past experiences and a dedication to evidence-based practices, we can work together to make sense of yourself and move towards more freedom while building a meaningful relationship.
My ideal client is an adult or couple feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges and seeking meaningful change. Dealing with issues such as grief, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, or relational conflict, they aim to understand their experiences, gain insight into their patterns, and work towards healing and personal growth. Whether highly motivated or on their last leg and exhausted, they are looking to embark on a journey of self-discovery to find peace and relief. . Together, we'll strive for a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Joyce Yung
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Are you feeling depressed and anxious? Having a hard time after losing a loved one or relationship? Are you stuck in the same problem over and over again? Maybe it even feels wrong to have needs. We are designed for connection and meaning making. Let's create a safe space to tell your story and understand your needs. Sometimes simple answers are the best.
Are you feeling depressed and anxious? Having a hard time after losing a loved one or relationship? Are you stuck in the same problem over and over again? Maybe it even feels wrong to have needs. We are designed for connection and meaning making. Let's create a safe space to tell your story and understand your needs. Sometimes simple answers are the best.
Sulabha (Su) Abhyankar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have 30 years of experience working with trauma, addictions and relationship issues. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitizing and Reprocessing), Psychodrama and Sand tray therapy. I provide individual and group psychotherapy including coping with cancer for patients and families due to my own experience with the devastating effects of cancer on my family. I utilize Breath Work, Guided Imagery and Visualization techniques to build your inner strength to face life's challenges. As a clinician I also want to support my colleagues and I provide Compassion Fatigue Management Workshops
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have 30 years of experience working with trauma, addictions and relationship issues. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitizing and Reprocessing), Psychodrama and Sand tray therapy. I provide individual and group psychotherapy including coping with cancer for patients and families due to my own experience with the devastating effects of cancer on my family. I utilize Breath Work, Guided Imagery and Visualization techniques to build your inner strength to face life's challenges. As a clinician I also want to support my colleagues and I provide Compassion Fatigue Management Workshops
Janelle De Veyra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
We can identify coping skills that can assist in codependency, relationship anxiety, and avoidance of intimacy.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma? Do you experience difficulties managing family and relationship issues? I believe that healing happens when we pay attention to all the parts that make us whole—our mind, body, and soul. The subconscious mind controls most of our reality and choices, so building awareness and active presence can improve the quality of daily living and assist in not only surviving but thriving through life. As an intuitive & holistic therapist, I will assist you in strengthening your inner psyche and developing new tools to manage negative feelings and thoughts.
We can identify coping skills that can assist in codependency, relationship anxiety, and avoidance of intimacy.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma? Do you experience difficulties managing family and relationship issues? I believe that healing happens when we pay attention to all the parts that make us whole—our mind, body, and soul. The subconscious mind controls most of our reality and choices, so building awareness and active presence can improve the quality of daily living and assist in not only surviving but thriving through life. As an intuitive & holistic therapist, I will assist you in strengthening your inner psyche and developing new tools to manage negative feelings and thoughts.
Maryam Ashraf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
I also specialize in relationship/family dynamics.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, identity, and difficult life transitions? Do you find yourself feeling stuck and can’t seem to focus or move forward? There are many ways to get unstuck, and this is the work I love to do to help you heal, grow and live a more fulfilling life. I use an integrative approach including attachment-based work, DBT, CBT, IFS, and mindfulness, bringing in each as needed. Above all, I strive to hold space and empathy for your life experience.
I also specialize in relationship/family dynamics.
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, identity, and difficult life transitions? Do you find yourself feeling stuck and can’t seem to focus or move forward? There are many ways to get unstuck, and this is the work I love to do to help you heal, grow and live a more fulfilling life. I use an integrative approach including attachment-based work, DBT, CBT, IFS, and mindfulness, bringing in each as needed. Above all, I strive to hold space and empathy for your life experience.
Ann Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Nobody’s childhood dream was to grow up and feel overwhelmed, alone, stuck or unworthy. I aim to help individuals heal from trauma-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues. If you find yourself living without a navigation system to understand emotional terrain or trauma that impacts your well-being; you are not alone. All of us go through rough patches in our lives. My approach is specific to meet your unique needs in a safe and non-judgemental space.
Nobody’s childhood dream was to grow up and feel overwhelmed, alone, stuck or unworthy. I aim to help individuals heal from trauma-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues. If you find yourself living without a navigation system to understand emotional terrain or trauma that impacts your well-being; you are not alone. All of us go through rough patches in our lives. My approach is specific to meet your unique needs in a safe and non-judgemental space.
Alex Tipton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
I also provide couples and family therapy, offering a safe and non-judgmental space for you and your partner or loved ones to communicate and restore your meaningful connection and communication.
I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship/family dynamics. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.
I also provide couples and family therapy, offering a safe and non-judgmental space for you and your partner or loved ones to communicate and restore your meaningful connection and communication.
I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship/family dynamics. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.
Alexa Enyart
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
I have expertise in relationship/family dynamics & attachment issues.
Do you feel as though your anxiety and depression are unmanageable? How about feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or helplessness like you’ve hit rock bottom and are struggling to find hope for tomorrow? Once we start to unravel the details of our past and trauma we give ourselves the ability to process feelings that we have long suppressed. I aim to collaborate with you and provide tools to decrease the challenging feelings you are currently facing and achieve a more integrated and balanced sense of self, leading to emotional healing and personal growth.
I have expertise in relationship/family dynamics & attachment issues.
Do you feel as though your anxiety and depression are unmanageable? How about feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or helplessness like you’ve hit rock bottom and are struggling to find hope for tomorrow? Once we start to unravel the details of our past and trauma we give ourselves the ability to process feelings that we have long suppressed. I aim to collaborate with you and provide tools to decrease the challenging feelings you are currently facing and achieve a more integrated and balanced sense of self, leading to emotional healing and personal growth.
Veronica Ghabour
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
I also specialize in couples therapy.
Mental health challenges are due to the aftereffects of traumatic experiences. Trauma can place a strain on your family, work, relationships, and even cause issues with self-worth. I specialize in trauma therapy along with treating personality disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and addiction. All these disorders can look different from person to person, and that is where our therapeutic journey of empowerment and self-exploration begins. I concentrate on creating a safe space of growth and self-discovery through unconditional positive regard, emotional regulation, and guided activities.
I also specialize in couples therapy.
Mental health challenges are due to the aftereffects of traumatic experiences. Trauma can place a strain on your family, work, relationships, and even cause issues with self-worth. I specialize in trauma therapy along with treating personality disorders, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and addiction. All these disorders can look different from person to person, and that is where our therapeutic journey of empowerment and self-exploration begins. I concentrate on creating a safe space of growth and self-discovery through unconditional positive regard, emotional regulation, and guided activities.
Sterling Walker
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
I specialize in LLGBTQ issues, couples therapy, and sex therapy.
Throughout our lives, we all have experienced feelings of depression, anxiety, and anger. These emotions leave you feeling insecure, shameful, lonely, unworthy and stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior. Trauma can have negative emotional and physical effects and can lead to family/ relationship issues. I specialize in solution-focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and CBT. These approaches allow me to work with the client to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression and other health/behavioral issues.
I specialize in LLGBTQ issues, couples therapy, and sex therapy.
Throughout our lives, we all have experienced feelings of depression, anxiety, and anger. These emotions leave you feeling insecure, shameful, lonely, unworthy and stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior. Trauma can have negative emotional and physical effects and can lead to family/ relationship issues. I specialize in solution-focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and CBT. These approaches allow me to work with the client to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression and other health/behavioral issues.
Chantal Daley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Understanding these connections and examining toxic relationship patterns is necessary.
Do you find yourself having a difficult time coping with anxiety, depression, and trauma? Do you have a hard time communicating and setting boundaries with others? Life is full of obstacles and hardships that may be difficult to overcome without the right tools, resources, and, guidance leading to the manifestation of these symptoms. I specialize in working with adults, couples, and adolescents using a Psychodynamic approach to explore unconscious thoughts and behaviors. In doing this, we are able to collaboratively recognize old ineffective patterns and process unresolved feelings and trauma.
Understanding these connections and examining toxic relationship patterns is necessary.
Do you find yourself having a difficult time coping with anxiety, depression, and trauma? Do you have a hard time communicating and setting boundaries with others? Life is full of obstacles and hardships that may be difficult to overcome without the right tools, resources, and, guidance leading to the manifestation of these symptoms. I specialize in working with adults, couples, and adolescents using a Psychodynamic approach to explore unconscious thoughts and behaviors. In doing this, we are able to collaboratively recognize old ineffective patterns and process unresolved feelings and trauma.
Kathlynn Gates
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
I also specialize in couples and family therapy.
Are you experiencing challenges dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship/family issues, and trauma/PTSD? Due to these symptoms, we can be in too much emotional pain and feel too stuck to reframe our perceptions or to find solutions to our problems. Childhood or recent trauma can cause emotional distress that can be difficult to process. I am here to support you in working through unresolved trauma and guide you toward healing. Therefore, you can feel empowered, rejuvenated, and enthusiastic about life again.
I also specialize in couples and family therapy.
Are you experiencing challenges dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship/family issues, and trauma/PTSD? Due to these symptoms, we can be in too much emotional pain and feel too stuck to reframe our perceptions or to find solutions to our problems. Childhood or recent trauma can cause emotional distress that can be difficult to process. I am here to support you in working through unresolved trauma and guide you toward healing. Therefore, you can feel empowered, rejuvenated, and enthusiastic about life again.
Jiyoung Kim
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Saddleback View, Santa Ana, CA 92701
I have expertise in couples and family therapy.
Do you find difficulties with feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship/family problems, and trauma? These emotional disruptions can have a significant impact on our lives. Coping with these events requires various approaches, and I can assist you in recognizing your emotions and identifying possible patterns in your relationships. I can also help you develop resilience and acceptance towards challenging emotions, and support you in setting meaningful goals. I utilize EMDR, CBT, trauma-informed care, mindfulness, & person-centered therapy to reduce anxiety and trauma symptoms, foster resilience, and enhance the quality of life.
I have expertise in couples and family therapy.
Do you find difficulties with feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship/family problems, and trauma? These emotional disruptions can have a significant impact on our lives. Coping with these events requires various approaches, and I can assist you in recognizing your emotions and identifying possible patterns in your relationships. I can also help you develop resilience and acceptance towards challenging emotions, and support you in setting meaningful goals. I utilize EMDR, CBT, trauma-informed care, mindfulness, & person-centered therapy to reduce anxiety and trauma symptoms, foster resilience, and enhance the quality of life.
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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.