Psychodynamic therapists in Aliso Viejo, California CA
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Psychodynamic Therapy
Jean Wolfe Powers
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., L.M.F.T., International Life Coach, A.C.C.
I’ve been a therapist for four decades and my specialization in trauma, PTSD, sexual abuse recovery, grief, anxiety, phobic disorders, depressive and mood disorders are more important than ever. During isolation, many traumatic events get triggered or resurface. Allow me to walk with you through discovering deeper insights about your inner world, uncovering the factors that may be contributing to your current life-state. I am committed to helping couples and individuals progress through everyday challenges. We will shift the focus from what is wrong in your life to wellness, optimism and fulfillment.
38 Years Experience
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California (Online Only)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Nina Marikian
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT
Life can leave you feeling shaken—betrayal, relational abuse, or divorce can erode trust, shake your sense of self, and make relationships feel unsafe. It’s normal to feel hurt, frustrated, or unsure how to move forward, and you don’t have to navigate this alone.
I also specialize in sex therapy and intimacy work. Whether sexual desire feels distant, connection feels confusing, or intimacy brings anxiety, we can explore what’s getting in the way and work toward sexual confidence, satisfying closeness, and authentic connection.
In a supportive, nonjudgmental space, we’ll address the patterns holding you back, strengthen boundaries, improve communication, and take practical steps toward safer, more fulfilling relationships and intimacy—so you can feel heard, valued, and connected again.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aliso Viejo, CA
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy
Monica M. Huston
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Hi, my name is Monica Huston. I feel genuinely driven to help individuals, couples, and families work through the challenges that can feel overwhelming or hard to make sense of on your own.
My approach to therapy is thoughtful and grounded in understanding what’s beneath the surface. I pay close attention to patterns, relationships, and the ways past experiences continue to shape the present. I aim to create a space that feels both steady and honest—where you can slow down, explore what’s really going on, and begin to experience yourself and your relationships differently over time.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aliso Viejo, CA
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy
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.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aliso Viejo, CA
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy
Well Coast Medical
Psychiatrist, LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, MD, PMHNP
Our diverse team of experienced therapists customize treatment for the unique needs of each individual or couple. We specialize in treatment of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, OCD and ADHD for children, adolescents and adults. We want to make sure you feel comfortable and get the help you need in the way in the way that works best for you. You'll find our therapists to be warm, engaging, compassionate and affirming. Our goal is to empower YOU to have the tools and strength to live your best life.
17 Years Experience
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California (Online Only)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Dr. Shelby Kittinger
Psychologist, PsyD
I believe therapy is most healing when it feels like an authentic human relationship—one where curiosity, honesty, and courage can coexist. My role is to help you slow down enough to hear yourself, to notice old patterns that no longer serve you, and to create space for new ways of relating to yourself and others. I work collaboratively, with a balance of compassion and directness, to help you gain clarity about your needs and build a greater sense of agency in your life. Together, we work toward a kind of transformation that feels both deeply personal and sustainably real. Reach out to schedule a free 20 minute consultation call to see if we are a good fit for your therapy needs.
10 Years Experience
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California (Online Only)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Dr. Lyndsay Elliott
Psychologist, PsyD.
I have a boutique practice where I work with adults and couples on personal development, anxiety/depression, relationship/communication issues, parenting solutions and boundary setting. As a graduate of California State University Northridge, I attended Pepperdine University and later received my Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from CSPP. While completing my Fellowship at UCLA in the Department of Psychiatry, I was a Research Associate and Lecturer in Neurology. I offer my life experience as a wife and mother of two, I understand the pressures that arise trying to create meaningful lives in a world full of pressures.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aliso Viejo, CA
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy
David Sudyka
Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Therapy is a place to talk through what’s been weighing on you and start to understand it a little better. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship stress, it can be hard to sort it out on your own.
In our work together, the focus is on helping you make sense of what you’re going through and finding ways to move forward that actually feel doable. I use approaches like EMDR and Gottman-informed therapy, but just as important is having a space where you can be open and feel understood.
You don’t need to have everything figured out to start. We can take it one step at a time and go from there.
4 Years Experience
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California (Online Only)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Emily Echeverria
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, MS
In childhood, we develop a number of coping mechanisms to adapt to the world we have been born into: people-pleasing, perfectionism, addiction, achievement, avoidance of conflict or uncomfortable feelings, codependency, etc. Usually, we seek therapy when these coping mechanisms that worked so well in our younger years are now actively harming us or our relationships, or are no longer successful in helping us deny our sadness, fear, anger, or loneliness.
My practice goes beyond symptom management and deep into the depths of the unconscious to help clients understand how unprocessed trauma and long forgotten stories are effecting their daily thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We will use imagery, dreams, and story-telling to help you rediscover that which has been lost - hope, intuition, self-trust, confidence, safety, love. Our goal, if you allow me to travel alongside you, will not be for you to become a better version of yourself or just feel better, but instead to know yourself on a deeper level and love all the different parts of you so that you can move forward in life more authentically, whole-heartedly, and peacefully!
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aliso Viejo, CA
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy
Dr. Cassidy Blair, PSY.D.
Psychiatrist, B.A., M.A., Psy.D.
I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), crisis intervention therapy, and interpersonal therapy with a focus on anxiety, addiction, depression, and relationship issues. My goal is to help you improve your quality of life, dramatically, so that you enjoy your life much more fully.
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aliso Viejo, CA
Online in Aliso Viejo, CA California
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Aliso Viejo, California Statistics
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Aliso Viejo, California average 14 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (78%), Depression (68%), and Trauma and PTSD (60%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
57%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 78% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 68% | Depression |
| 60% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 54% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 48% | Stress |
| 47% | Loss or Grief |
| 46% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Teen |
| 46% | Senior |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 24% | Christian |
| 23% | Hispanic / Latino |