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Dr. Joe DeBruin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Let's Connect (657) 301-4593
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It is important that my patients feel respected, encouraged, and cared for. My job is to really listen and help you feel understood. I also think my role is to give you lots of feedback and not just be a passive listener saying, 'uh, uh hmm, I see, hmm". I am a coach, role-model, cheerleader, teacher, confidante, gentle 'kick-butt' person, resource, and accountability partner. The biggest complaint I have heard over the years about any past therapists whom patients felt were not helpful was the complaint that the past therapist was way too passive. I work best with those that want a therapist high in empathy but is not passive.
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I have 30 years of experience, hold a Masters degree in counseling psychology which involved two years of academic and clinical training, hold a Ph.D. (doctorate) in clinical psychology which involved 7 years of academic, clinical, and research training. Becoming a psychologist I underwent extensive supervised practice and multiple licensing examinations.
In addition to daytime appointments I can see patients Monday and Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. I have a strong Christian faith commitment but work with many people that don't. The people that see me often report that therapy with me is very relaxed and even enjoyable. Therapy is just a conversation based on trust.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Dr. Joe DeBruin now - (657) 301-4593
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $200
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Check, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
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Dr. Joe DeBruin
Psychologist, PhD
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 21895 Joe DeBruin
- In Practice for 32 Years
- Attended Seattle Pacific University, Ph.D. , Graduated 2006
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Marital and Premarital
Expertise
- Career Counseling
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Coaching
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex Therapy
- Spirituality
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Religion
Christian
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Christian Counseling
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Existential
- Family Systems
- Gottman Method
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
Location
Nearby Areas
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Dr. Joe DeBruin
Psychologist, PhD