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Marriage Counselor
Brenda Gesell, Individual, Couples and Family
Gesell Psychotherapy
1000 Quail Street, Suite 275, Newport Beach, California 92660 | 714-421-1975
Do you find that an argument about a seemingly silly issue often escalates into a full-blown fight? Are you tired of leading two separate lives? Do your differing views on money, sex and life feel insurmountable? Couples therapy can help.
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Marriage Counselor
Sara Fischer Sanford, LCSW, CCTP
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Available for Online Therapy
I work with adults in relationships of all kinds. Whether you are dating or have been married for decades, I respect your commitment and I am here to help you learn better communication, connection, and find your path to love and support. No judgment, just compassion.
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Marriage Counselor
Taylor Wikel, MA, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Available for Online Therapy
A healthy marriage takes work. Therapy will reach the heart of the issues and begin the process of restoration. Let's get started.
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Marriage Counselor
Brian Jones, AMFT
Brian La Roy Jones, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
Available for Online Therapy
I Show Couple How To: *Move From Rejected To More Connected *Reduce Criticism & Increase Acceptance & Validation *Feel More Empowered, Calm & In Control *Decrease Fear & Increase Trust & Safety *Reduce Fighting & Arguing & Increase Understanding, Kindness & Compass
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Marriage Counselor
Suzanne Greene, JD, MA, LMFT
Psychotherapist, LMFT
Available for Online Therapy
Premarital Therapy is the most requested form of couples therapy in my practice. Addressing issues that often don't develop until after marriage and providing conflict resolution tools to the couple to support healthy communication assists reducing future conflicts.
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Marriage Counselor
Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
When entering a committed relationship we have a desire and expectation for friendship, mutual respect, love and validation. It takes work, it takes courage, it takes support and training to arrive at this ideal.
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Newport Coast is a city of less than 10,000 people in Orange County, California. The city is in a very affluent area, with many large mansions and celebrity residents. The city is situated right on the coastline of the Pacific, and offers sweeping views of the ocean. Visitors to the city will enjoy the beautiful beaches nearby. Just north of Newport Coast is Newport Beach, which has over a dozen pristine beaches for the entire family to enjoy.1 Surfing, beach volleyball, rollerblading and swimming are just a few activities families can engage in while having a relaxing day in the sun.
Marriage and Couples Mental Health in Newport Coast
Orange County has one of the highest divorce rates in the nation, with an average of 33 people filing for divorce every day.2 Whether or not separation or divorce is a mutual decision, families can be torn apart by the anger, resentment, and hostility that is often involved when families fall apart. Depression, anxiety and guilt are common feelings felt by couples who are splitting up. Children caught in the middle can experience those feelings too, in addition to confusion and anger.
Families with children of all ages can enjoy one of the many youth programs available in the Newport Coast area. The city of Newport Beach offers programs for children of all ages. The Active Kids group meets after school and provides a safe, fun and educational environment for children in kindergarten through the sixth grade. Kids receive creative art projects, enjoy time outdoors playing games, or can receive homework assistance from one of the program's staff members. High school students can join the Mayor's Youth Council, where they can interact with the mayor and other city officials to discuss issues of importance to youth. Many other character-building, socially engaging programs are available. Call 949-644-3150 for more information.3
Family Services and Assistance Programs
The Catholic Charities of Orange County provide many family assistance and support programs to families in the Newport Coast area. Those in need of food and basic necessities have access to the essentials at the Doris Cantlay Center. The Parish Ministry program provides families with educational workshops that strengthen family bonding. Families who have immigrated to the area can find help obtaining visas, work permits and other important immigration documents. The Catholic Charities also engage in community outreach programs to raise awareness about important human services issues. For additional information about these services, call 714-347-9600.4
References
1. City of Newport Beach. (2017). Beaches and Parks. Retrieved from http://www.visitnewportbeach.com/things-to-do/beaches-and-parks/.2. Orange County Register. (2016). O.C. Divorce Rate One of Highest in the Nation. Retrieved from http://www.ocregister.com/articles/diamond-360281-divorce-one.html.
3. City of Newport Beach. (2009). Youth and Teen Programs. Retrieved from https://www.newportbeachca.gov/index.aspx?page=2242.
4. Catholic Charities of Orange County. (2017). What We Do. Retrieved from http://www.ccoc.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=59&Itemid=101.
Newport Coast is located in Orange County, California.  The population of Newport Coast is 11,000 people and a median annual income of $164,659. .
Therapy Affordability Meter for Newport Coast, CA
Extremely Affordable
Therapy in Newport Coast is easily accessible for the vast majority of families. This area ranks high nationally among the top of all income earners, making mental health treatment and counseling in Newport Coast an affordable option for individuals and families here with or without insurance coverage. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Newport Coast public health department.