Marriage counseling that Heals in Brea, CA. Restore Your Relationship.

In marriage therapy, I help couples break repetitive arguments and cycles of disconnection by uncovering patterns, improving communication, and fostering understanding. Small nuances are smoothed out, so each partner feels better understood, and the connection deepens.

I believe we are relational by nature, and often, our "individual" problems stem from interpersonal difficulties. Couples and/or family therapy can help you find healthier and more meaningful ways of relating to the people closest to you.

I specialize in work with children, adolescents, and families. I use a psychodynamic approach which works well with people struggling with trauma as well as mood disorders.

In many cases, marriage and family issues can be fixed. That's the good news! You owe it to yourself and the ones you care about to work toward restoration and healing.

I bring a unique understanding, empathy and authenticity to my approach working with couples leading to long-lasting changes toward healthier, happier, more fulfilled relationships using a variety of research-based interventions and techniques.

Couples usually get stuck not because of what they know, but what they cannot see. Unhealthy patterns of relating become established and difficult to change. I help couples identify these patterns and create new ones that make room for your relationship to grow.

When you're having relationship issues, it can seem like a black cloud is hovering over every part of your life. If you're ready to address the relationship issues, and start couples counseling then please call me (714) 326-6578.

Families, couples, adoptions/adoption issues. Dr. DeFraine helps parents parent, whether or not they remain a couple. She specializes in helping parents undergoing divorces reach custody agreements quickly and responsibly, with minimal court involvement.

As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I see clients through the lens of their relationships. Satisfying connections with family, intimate others, co-workers, neighbors, and friends are crucial to a satisfying life, as are our relationships with ourselves.

Is your relationship in trouble? Is there much conflict or anger between partners? I specialize in helping couples manage conflict, improve communication, and deal with each other with more skill. Learn how to be together yet remain your own person.