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Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Laguna Beach, CA

Laguna Beach Therapists (Statistics)

Average years in practice

13 Years Experience

Average cost per session

$187

Gender ID

59% Female
33% Male
5% Non-Binary
3% Gender Fluid

Session Type

52% Online Only
48% In Person and Online

Top Specialties

82% Anxiety or Fears
64% Depression
61% Trauma and PTSD
58% Stress
52% Social Anxiety
48% Loss or Grief
48% Relationship and Marriage Counseling
We are proud to feature top rated Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Laguna Beach. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
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Laguna Niguel, California therapist: Rising Pines Counseling Services, licensed clinical social worker
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Rising Pines Counseling Services

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
My therapy practice is built on compassion, collaboration, and evidence-based care. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where clients feel truly heard and supported as they navigate anxiety, trauma, depression, and life transitions. Using approaches such as EMDR, CBT, and DBT, I work with you at your pace to build insight, strengthen coping skills, and support meaningful, lasting change. If you’re looking for a therapist who values connection, respect, and practical tools for growth, I invite you to reach out.  
11 Years Experience
Online in Laguna Beach, CA (Online Only)
Manhattan, New York therapist: Elise Mai-Rose, therapist
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Elise Mai-Rose

Therapist, LMSW, ASW
I am a relational and interpersonal therapist, meaning I seek to create a mutual space where we can explore how your relationship with the world affects your relationships with others as well as yourself. I believe you are the expert in your own lived experiences, and that therapy is a collaborative process where we can explore those experiences together. In our sessions, I cultivate a warm, non-judgmental space where you can feel comfortable showing up as you are, with room for discussion and open feedback.  
2 Years Experience
Online in Laguna Beach, CA
San Diego, California therapist: Jennifer Warkentin, marriage and family therapist
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Jennifer Warkentin

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I love my job as a therapist! I sincerely care about the outcome of therapy; I'm invested in making sure my clients feel supported and are getting the help they need. My colleagues describe me as warm, empathic, friendly, honest, knowledgeable, and even funny. I look forward to the opportunity to be helpful to you.  
18 Years Experience
Online in Laguna Beach, CA (Online Only)
Pleasant Hill, California therapist: Samantha Schaefer, licensed clinical social worker
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Samantha Schaefer

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like life hasn’t turned out the way you thought it would? Maybe you’re in the middle of a big transition—becoming a parent, navigating a breakup, adjusting to a new role, or simply realizing that what used to work…doesn’t anymore. Change can stir up anxiety, self-doubt, and even grief for the versions of ourselves we’ve outgrown. You might find yourself questioning who you are or what comes next. These moments can feel isolating, but they’re also an invitation to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and begin again—with support along the way.  
10 Years Experience
Online in Laguna Beach, CA
San Diego, California therapist: Stephanie Hansen, marriage and family therapist
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Stephanie Hansen

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I am a compassionate, client-centered therapist specializing in anxiety, eating disorders, addiction, and relationship challenges. I offer a holistic, strengths-based approach that blends evidence-based therapy with mind-body practices, helping clients feel grounded, empowered, and supported as they move toward meaningful, lasting change.  
9 Years Experience
Online in Laguna Beach, CA (Online Only)