Sue Shepard, MFT
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
2900 Bristol St., Suite G-201, Costa Mesa, California 92626 | 714-751-0888
Whether you are seeking support as an individual or as a couple, I can help empower you with the tools necessary to improve your emotional well-being. To learn more about my services or my fees, please visit my website at www.TherapyBySue.com
Brenda Gesell, Ph.D., MFT
Gesell Psychotherapy
1000 Quail Street, Suite 275, Newport Beach, California 92660 | 714-421-1975
There is value in our psychological symptoms. Painful symptoms (i.e. fear and anxiety, depression, unexplained somatic issues, anger) are powerful unconscious messages informing you that there is in imbalance. Your suffering is calling you to grow and expand.
Deborah Farnsworth, Psy.D.
Psychotherapist/Psychoanalyst
1151 Dove Street, Suite 278, Newport Beach, California 92660 | 949-257-7178
I am fully committed to helping you find greater happiness, joy and fulfillment in you work, family and relationships. Call me and let's see if we are a good fit.
Vicki Asher Wills, PsyD, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Psychology Doctor
Available for Online Therapy
My approach is collaborative. To specifically mold my work to fit each client, I integrate a variety of theories and strategies personally designed to improve communication skills, conflict resolution skills, self-esteem, relief from depression & anxiety.
Marijane Ward, Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
1151 Dove Street Suite 230, Newport Beach, California 92660 | 949 388-3741
I work with adult individividuals to better understand themselves in terms of their thoughts, feelings and behaviors; to try to see where they are stuck in repetitive unsatisfying relationships or situations.
Christi Lindsay, PsyD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Available for Online Therapy
I love working with people and helping them grow, overcome obstacles, and discover themselves. I am here to help you with whatever you are struggling with - to help you feel better and be more settled and in control of your life and your future.
Amy Montague, Ph.D.
Psychologist
Irvine, California 92612 | (424) 348-4162
I specialize in child and family therapy, including a specialization in adolescent issues and young children. My approach to therapy is from a developmental perspective and I do well with challenging cases.
Carla DeFraine, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
15615 Alton Pkwy., Suite 450, Irvine, California 92618 | 949-357-4206
Dr. DeFraine received her degrees from Harvard and Vanderbilt. She is warm, intelligent, kind, and incredibly effective.
Rimon Naji
Licensed Therapist
92628 | 949-891-6254
Jamie Stodola, MA., LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
17452 Irvine Blvd. Suite 213, Irvine, California 92780 | 714-342-3665
I have a passion for assisting clients find balance. I strive to help fulfill a clients potential and maximize their wellbeing rather than concentrating on dysfunction. I have seen great success working with those who are willing to invest in themselves.
Rochelle Green, PhD, RPS
Research Psychoanalyst Candidate
222 W. Main St., Ste. 203, Tustin, California 92780 | 949-375-2235
I believe in creating a safe and supportive environment in order to help clients achieve their goals and gain awareness about themselves and their relationships.
Shelley Wilson, LMFT, LPCC
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
901 Dove Street Suite 295, Newport Beach, California 92660 | 949 922 7800
It is not about trying harder. Do you feel a little relief when you read those words? You may feel that if you just "get it right," then you will be happy. If you just work harder, you will feel that you matter. I understand what that is about and I want to help you.
Edward L. De La Loza, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Available for Online Therapy
Are you ready to enjoy transformational living? With the CBT and the 7-DTL approach, let's identify your strengths leading to that attainment of life-transforming goals, supported by the concept that "Microchange leads to substantive change" (Microchange360.com).
Julie Wells, M.S., LMFT
Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist
7545 Irvine Center Drive, Suite 200, Irvine, California 92618 | 949-391-3505
I offer a FREE consultation, so call today and schedule an appointment to learn more about how I can help you begin the healing process. After a brief assessment, I will outline a customized plan to help with your personal or relationship issues.
Mary Ann Nugent, Psy.D.
Clinical Psychologist
4199 Campus Dr. Ste. 550, Irvine, California 92612 | 949-300-2337
Living life to its fullest is easier said than done. What are the obstacles in your way? Let's talk!
Gail Desilets, MA, MS, LMFT
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
4000 Barranca Parkway, Suite 250, Irvine, California 92604 | (562) 477-2530
Are you SUCCESSFUL IN BUSINESS, but need some assistance in your personal life? I specialize in helping busy professional INDIVIDUALS and COUPLES improve their life at home.
Related Sites:
City of Irvine
California Coalition for Counselor Licensure
Therapy Irvine, CA
East Irvine, Woodbridge, El Camino Real, University Park
Residents of the town enjoy some of the best public schools in the United States. The vast majority of the schools in the city are in the Irvine Unified School District. One recent outstanding achievement of the 4 high schools in the district was being granted six year accreditation--the best possible accreditation status. Newsweek has repeatedly named the high schools to the top high schools in the country list. This honor means that the schools are in the top 4% in the U.S. Elementary and middle schools in the city are also excellent. Two alternative elementary schools offer residents the chance to attend year round school. Another distinctive of the district is the well-regarded music program that starts in fourth grade. Every student in grades four through six participates in either instrumental or vocal music.1
Mental Health in Irvine
As one of the most livable cities in Orange County, Irvine is home to some of the best schools and housing facilities in America. Residents of Irvine reap the benefits of impressively low crime rates and a variety of physical and mental health facilities. Because Irvine is a planned city, officials have taken great care to ensure that residents feel supported in an environment conducive to both family and individual lifestyles.
Following depression, alcohol and drug abuse is one of the leading causes of mental illness among the nearly 12% of the Irvine population living below the national poverty level.2 Nearly 20% of all adults above the age of 21 develop some degree of dependency on alcohol or drugs. The number of suicide hotlines and crisis services available by telephone has increased substantially in the last few years in order to provide residents with the option of anonymity when seeking help.
The Anaheim Memorial Hospital Safe Place offers 24-hour telephone support at 714-774-145.
For information regarding the several mental health services available, residents can call the Community Service Programs Hotline at 949-831-9110.
Current Initiatives
The National Institute of Mental Health has carried out extensive research in order to further understand the patterns of mental illness that exist in California. The University of California at Irvine launched several new initiatives in the last decade in order to educate people about the mental health services at their disposal.3 The UC Irvine�s Medical Health Center is a level one trauma center and supplies a widespread range of mental health services, including substance abuse treatment and counseling. Whether they want VIP facilities or affordable treatment, recovery advisors in the city can help people plan the perfect rehabilitation program to meet their needs.4
References
1. City of Irvine. (2017). Irvine, CA. Retrieved from http://www.cityofirvine.org/2. United States Census Bureau. (2017). State and County Quickfacts - Irvine, California. Retrieved from http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/06/0636770.html
3. Counselling Center. (2017). University of California, Irvine. Retrieved from http://www.counseling.uci.edu/community/public.aspx
4. Recovery. (2017). Homepage. Retrieved from http://www.recovery.org/browse/irvine-ca/
Irvine is located in Orange County, California. It has a land area of 65.58 square miles and a water area of 0.34 square miles. The population of Irvine is 256,927 people with 87,235 households and a median annual income of $92,278. .
Therapy Affordability Meter for Irvine, CA
Very Affordable
Booking a weekly counseling session with a licensed therapist in Irvine is not a large financial issue for the majority of people in this area. Sustaining a commitment to mental health treatment is easily accessible for the average family, but ask your therapist if there are any concerns as many will accept insurance or even offer sliding scale fees. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Irvine public health department.