Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) therapists in Portola Hills, California CA
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Orange County Health Psychologists, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who is committed to providing a positive approach to health and wellness that includes interventions designed to support you in achieving optimal health in body, mind, and spirit. I started Orange County Health Psychologists with the goal of hiring some of the best therapists in Orange County and providing a safe and nurturing therapy environment for individuals, couples, and families. Today, we have over 20 highly skilled and compassionate providers in three Orange County locations.
All of our health care providers are adept at treating depression, anxiety, and trauma. What sets us apart is that each of our providers also has expertise in a unique sub-specialty including chronic pain, EMDR, sleep disorders, neuropsychology, grief and loss, terminal illness, cardiac-psychology, geropsychology, women's health, rehabilitation psychology, caregiver stress, psycho-oncology, energy psychology and eating disorders.
We provide a variety of testing and assessment services including those for ADD/ADHD, memory loss, surrogacy, Asperger's and high-functioning autism, pre-marital assessment, and bariatric surgery.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portola Hills, CA
Online in Portola Hills, California
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Meg McGuire
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with teens (14+), adults and families looking to work through their mental health challenges, all while improving their relationship with both themselves and others. I am experienced in treating individuals and families impacted by addiction, eating disorders, anxiety, relational conflict, depression, perfectionism, low self worth, life transitions and more. This includes clients currently struggling with substance abuse and disordered eating. I chose to pursue a second career as a LMFT due to my strong, personal interest in eating disorders, addiction, anxiety, low self worth and complex family systems. I strive to be a clinician who understands the nuances of these intricate issues, and I take a non-judgmental approach when walking with clients on their road of discovery and recovery. I treat clients with the warmth, empathy and respect that they deserve. I honor each client's unique lived experience, and I see my clients as whole people rather than a diagnosis. I work collaboratively with clients in an effort to support their needs and initiate personal growth. My approach is to offer an authentic and welcoming therapeutic space.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portola Hills, CA
Online in Portola Hills, California
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mission Connection
Treatment Center
At Mission Connection, we believe that true healing begins in a safe and supportive environment. We’ve built a culture where both clients and clinicians are valued and respected, creating a space that fosters inclusivity, trust, and growth. Our team is committed to walking alongside you on your path to recovery, offering personalized care that honors your unique story. If you’re ready to begin your journey toward mental wellness, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portola Hills, CA
Online in Portola Hills, California
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dr. David Shapiro
Psychologist, California Licensed Psychologist (License# PSY17495)
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to consider working with me as your therapist. I appreciate the importance of finding a good match. I hope that the following information will help you know more about me and the care I provide so you can begin to consider if I would be most helpful to you.
One thing that distinguishes me as a clinician is the level and quality of training and experience I was fortunate to receive. I hold a Ph.D. from the APA Accredited Counseling Psychology Training Program at the University of Texas at Austin, an M.A. in Developmental Psychology from Teachers College - Columbia University, and a B.A. in Psychology from the University of California at Santa Cruz. As part of my doctoral training I completed a full-time year-long pre-doctoral internship at the Jerry L. Pettis Memorial VA Medical Center in Loma Linda, California, where I received intensive supervised experience in a variety of areas. I went on to become a licensed California Psychologist, a credential I still maintain. Most recently I also added to that becoming a Singapore Registered Psychologist as well.
Throughout my professional life I have held a variety of positions in both the private sector as well as governmental agencies, but the majority of my career has been in private practice. For a number of years I ran a group practice in Orange County, California, in which I provided a lot of direct clinical care, as well as supervising developing clinicians, and overseeing the overall operation of the group. During that time, I also taught Psychology at U.C. Irvine and served as the Chair of the Professional Practice Committee and as a Board Member for the Orange County Psychological Association. During those years, I provided a variety of types of therapy to a range of clients, and developed a range of areas of expertise.
With over 20 years of experience as a Psychologist, I have come to realize that the best therapy involves more than just teaching of skills, though of course a great deal of teaching takes place. In this way, I have moved away from cookie cutter approaches that try to treat everyone the same. Of course, as needed I am able to connect my clients with workbooks and other materials that help them learn to learn useful strategies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, various enrichment programs for couples, and the like. However, in my view these resources are used to support the true work of therapy, which in my experience involves a particular type of relationship - one that is focused on helping each individual to embrace the life he or she truly wants and supporting that person in taking the steps necessary in manifesting that life. In this way, at it's core, the best therapy is individualized rather than standardized. Unfortunately, this type of care is becoming increasingly uncommon. Instead, because of variety of societal pressures, including those of managed care, the emphasis in mental health is toward having therapists apply standardized treatment protocols aimed at promptly reducing symptoms rather than empowering such things as self-actualization. These types of therapies do have value, and they allow clinicians of various levels of training and skill to have some positive impact, often in ways that are highly cost effective. That said, my practice focuses on caring for people who seek personalized care, aimed not just at relieving symptoms but rather on empowering people to claim their lives. If this is what you seek, I would honored to assist you in claiming your life, bringing your reality in line with how you would ideally like things to be. I have spent years in honing the skills necessary to provide this care, and my most sincere commitment is to make such therapy available to discerning clientele who value such a personalized approach.
24 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portola Hills, CA
Online in Portola Hills, California
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Jiani Huang
Pre-Licensed Professional
Thank you for taking the time to find out if I am the therapist to work with you. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee pursuing my master’s degree at National University. I operate under the clinical supervision of Beatriz Garcia (LMFT Lic. 113315).
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portola Hills, CA
Online in Portola Hills, California
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Newport Academy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Newport Academy nurtures teenagers’ physical, psychological, and educational needs from a foundation of compassionate care, clinical expertise, and unconditional love. We treat mental health and co-occurring disorders, including trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and behavioral/social issues. Clients receive tailored treatment plans designed by an integrated treatment team of medical and clinical experts.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portola Hills, CA
Online in Portola Hills, California
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dorrie Robles MFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Dorrie is the director of Marriage and Family Therapy Center of Orange County. She is a licensed therapist, (as a Marriage and Family Therapist) with a broad range of therapy experience in Orange County. Among her professional affiliations is certification as a Sex Therapist.
25 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portola Hills, CA
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Carina Biddle (Biddle Therapy)
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Hi! You've made it here (sigh). If you're reading this, I'm guessing you may be experiencing some challenging emotions that have been bothering you for a while now. Perhaps you're feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, stressed, or unsupported, and you find yourself stuck, scrolling your phone, hoping for something that will provide a positive change in your life. You've tried to think your way out, distract yourself from your feelings, but it's not working, and it may even be getting more difficult.
I understand, and I can help. I assist individuals like you in learning new ways to improve their mental and emotional well-being and overcome obstacles, so they can live fulfilling, purposeful, and meaningful lives.
It takes courage to step into the unknown, but you're not alone. I will be with you to help you build the life you desire. Reach out via email or call today for a complimentary 15-minute consultation, and let's get you where you want to be.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portola Hills, CA
Online in Portola Hills, California
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Kelly Garrity
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I specialize in helping those with childhood pain, old fears, and ineffective relationship habits, break free of old patterns and work toward the richer, more meaningful life they want and deserve to live!
24 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portola Hills, CA
Online in Portola Hills, California
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emma Esper
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
As a therapist and clinical counselor, I help to hold the weight of anxiety, trauma, depression, and relational conflict, and encourage self acceptance. There is beauty in showing up for yourself, and bravery in turning towards struggle. When we deny our struggle, we deny a part of us that is longing to be seen. Struggle and suffering are hard to face, as it often leaves us feeling broken. Many of us were never taught to embrace our flaws and imperfections. What if we could see the broken pieces of ourselves, the parts of us that are scarred, and view them with compassion? What if we saw our scars as marks of courage and resiliency?
The journey towards wholeness includes accepting each part of ourselves, the part that is joyful, the part that laughs, the part that hurts, the part that feels empty. My work is based on the hope that we can step into our authentic selves, to feel without shame, accept our darkness, live mindfully in our own light, and recognize that who we are is enough.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Portola Hills, CA
Online in Portola Hills, California