Lynda G Helfend
Psychologist, PhD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Let's Connect (949) 391-4145
It is difficult to make the decision to seek help, and the prospect of finding a psychologist with whom you feel comfortable can be daunting. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and my goal is to work with you in order to fully identify and understand your concerns. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Having worked in a variety of settings including the National Asthma center and a large urban general hospital I am skilled at tailoring therapy sessions to the needs of each client.
My philosophy is that therapy can be a highly effective tool for resolving any number of concerns, but the most precious gift which therapy can give is a deeper understanding and appreciation of self and the confidence of having developed inner resources that can be relied upon for a lifetime.
A particularly powerful treatment method that I am pleased to be able to offer is EMDR or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. At this time I am offering EMDR sessions for $170 for initial consultation and $130 per session thereafter. I am accepting cash or check only, no insurance.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Lynda G Helfend now - (949) 391-4145
Let's Connect (949) 391-4145
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $170
- Couple Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
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Lynda G Helfend
Psychologist, PhD
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY9428 Lynda G Helfend
- In Practice for 38 Years
- Membership with Phi beta kappa 1972
- Certificate from EMDRIA 2017
- Attended USC, PhD, Graduated 1980
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (949) 391-4145
Lynda G Helfend
Psychologist, PhD
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Mood Disorders
- Bipolar Disorder
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Cancer
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Obesity
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
- Weight Loss
- Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (949) 391-4145
Lynda G Helfend
Psychologist, PhD
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- EMDR
- Family / Marital
- Interpersonal
- Psychodynamic
Email me or call with questions - (949) 391-4145
Lynda G Helfend
Psychologist, PhD
Location
Additional Location
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
(949) 391-4145Nearby Areas
Counties
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Lynda G Helfend
Psychologist, PhD