Relational Psychotherapy therapists in Dana Point, CA
Browse Relational Psychotherapy therapists in Dana Point, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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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 Dana Point, CA (Online Only)
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Dr. Mitch Keil, PsyD
Psychologist, Keil Psych Group
We don’t just treat symptoms here, we work with lives. The therapy we offer here is personal, involved, and active. We help you get to the heart of the issues and we won’t hold back. Therapy helps people to develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, become free of old patterns, or simply find ways to process pain or memories that have kept them feeling stuck.
Psychotherapy is a healing process that allows people to not only start feeling better but gain insight, awareness, and ultimately begin trusting their experience and intuitions. We want to help you get to know yourself and move past whatever it is that is holding you back from the life you imagine you could have.
Dr. Keil has assembled an incredible team of clinical psychologists in Newport Beach. We are active, involved therapists whose life’s work is aimed at providing insight, growth, and healing for those that enter our practice. Our teams strengths are honesty, authenticity, and compassion (in greek literally means “to suffer together”). It is our goal to get you better as fast as possible.
We pride ourselves in providing the highest quality mental health care to the people in this community. We have a heart and passion for this work and care deeply for the people that come to see us. We look forward to getting to know you, understanding your unique challenges, and meeting you exactly where you are.
We have an incredible team here. In fact, we joined together as a team because of our shared love for psychotherapy and the art of providing quality psychotherapy. We are not the head-nodding, passive, always-in-agreement type. You can expect to be deeply understood, engaged, and cared for but you will also be challenged in many ways. We will be real, involved, depth-oriented, and the antithesis of the classic distant armchair professional. We don't rely on a blanketed approach and create a unique therapy to each person we meet. We often hear this praise and enjoy our reputation as such.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Dana Point, CA
Online in Dana Point, CA
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Juliette Kuhlmann
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist experienced with working with adult neurodivergence (Autism/ADHD), anxiety, trauma and PTSD, and addiction.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Dana Point, CA
Online in Dana Point, CA
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Jeanette Abney
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
I am a license Marriage And Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience with working with individuals to assist with resolving personal conflicts, improving self-esteem, developing healthy relationships and becoming a better person. I have a passion for working with others. I am knowledgeable in many subject and court related matters. I am a podcast host. I believe having a person to talk to that care about people can create a change in one's life. Give me a opportunity to assist with your journey and personal growth. You deserve it.
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near Dana Point, CA
Online in Dana Point, CA
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Melanie Goetz
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
You’ve spent years being the strong one—the helper, the steady presence, the one who keeps it together while carrying so much inside.
Lately, maybe your body feels tense, your heart heavy, and your relationships harder than they should be. You may long for rest, connection, or simply someone who truly understands.
Therapy with me isn’t about “fixing” you. It’s about creating space to listen to the parts of you that have been silenced, to heal old wounds, and to finally feel safe being your fully authentic self.
If you’re ready to stop overextending, quiet the inner critic, and begin living with more ease and authenticity—I would be honored to walk alongside you.
🌿 Let’s start from the roots, and grow upward—together.
At our core, we are all motivated by a desire to connect—both with others and with ourselves in ways that feel honoring. But often, in our upbringing, we learned “rules” for connection that no longer serve us in our friendships, families, or intimate relationships. My work is about helping you recognize those patterns and move toward earned-secure attachment, so your connections can feel mutual, safe, and deeply nourishing.
If this resonates, I invite you to schedule a brief, complimentary 15-minute phone consultation. It’s a chance to see if my presence and approach might be the right support for your journey. You can schedule directly here: melanie-goetz.clientsecure.me
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Dana Point, CA
Online in Dana Point, CA
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Erin Kennedy
Therapist, LPCC
I believe the human spirit is incredibly resilient and we all have the innate capacity to heal--I don't view mental health struggles as a sign of defect or "disorder," but rather a signal of unmet basic needs for love, attention, acceptance, and compassion.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Dana Point, CA
Online in Dana Point, CA
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Dr. Lois Nightingale
Psychologist, MA, Ph.D.
Dr. Nightingale has been helping adults, couples, teens, children and seniors overcome their anxiety, depression, relationship issues and addictions for over 30 years. Her approach is "Brief Therapy Focused on Lasting Results." She provides compassionate, pragmatic treatment interventions to help clients find better coping skills for life and to address their current challenging situations and past traumas. You may listen to her approach at: http://bit.ly/1OdWAX3. You can find her self-help books on Amazon.com. www.amazon.com/author/loisnightingale
43 Years Experience
In-Person Near Dana Point, CA
Online in Dana Point, CA
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Jasmine Wilson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, SEP
Hi, I’m Jasmine.
Maybe you’ve become so good at holding everything together that you hardly notice how much you’re carrying anymore. You may be someone others experience as dependable, thoughtful, and capable, while underneath, you’re managing anxiety, overwhelm, self-doubt, or the pressure of trying to keep everything going.
You might find yourself overthinking decisions, putting pressure on yourself to get things right, worrying about disappointing people, or realizing that you’re much better at recognizing what everyone else needs than knowing what you need yourself. Even when you understand some of these patterns, it can be difficult to step outside of them when they’ve become such familiar ways of moving through the world.
I work with adults who are used to carrying a lot and are beginning to recognize that they don’t want to keep doing it in the same way. My approach is warm, collaborative, somatic, and depth-oriented, which means we’ll make space for what’s happening in your life while also getting curious about the patterns underneath it and what you notice in your body, emotions, and relationships.
Together, we can slow things down enough for you to become more familiar with what you feel, need, and want, while building greater trust in yourself and more choice in how you respond when familiar patterns show up.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Dana Point, CA
Online in Dana Point, CA
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Lisa Abrams-Misbeek
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? do you put your needs at the bottom of the to-do-list? Do you wonder if life should feel somehow better? Happier? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhelmed and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers and their lives. Pushing away your needs and not taking time for yourself can lead to long-term issues for your mind and body. I believe it shouldn't be so hard to live a better life.
15 Years Experience
Online in Dana Point, CA (Online Only)
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Reid Kessler
Psychologist, PsyD
I’m a psychologist who works with adults, teens, and couples, and I aim to offer therapy that feels grounded, thoughtful, and genuinely human. My style is relational and psychodynamic, which means we pay attention not only to symptoms, but also to the deeper patterns underneath them—how you’ve learned to cope, how relationships have shaped you, and what might be keeping you stuck.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure why the same struggles keep repeating. Together, we’ll slow things down and make sense of what you’re going through, with curiosity and compassion. I try to create a space that feels safe and steady, but also honest and growth-oriented—where you can be fully yourself and gradually build more freedom in how you live and relate.
Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, or challenges at home or school, therapy can help you feel more clear, confident, and connected. I’d be honored to work with you.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Dana Point, CA
Online in Dana Point, CA
Relational Psychotherapy therapists in Dana Point, CA Statistics
Relational Psychotherapy therapists in Dana Point, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (73%), Depression (67%), and Relationship and Marriage Counseling (67%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
59%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 70% |
In Person and Online |
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| 30% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 73% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 67% | Depression |
| 67% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 58% | Self Esteem |
| 58% | Stress |
| 51% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 65% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Teen |
| 49% | Senior |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 27% | Asian |
| 27% | Christian |