Therapists that treat Teens in Laguna Woods, CA
Browse therapists that treat Teens in Laguna Woods, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Teen
TREATMENT AND TOOLS FOR TRAUMA
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PH.D., IN PSYCHOANALYSIS AND NEUROSCIENCE, CERTIFIED PSYCHOANALYST, PSY.A, & LICENSED PSYCHOANALYST
My background is in both psychoanalysis and neuroscience (doctorate) and I am also a Certified and Licensed Psychoanalyst. So I am able to bring both a background in research into mind/brain issues, and I am trained as a clinician. I have been working with trauma for many years, and most recently (2016) I have been working with traumatic brain injury patients (including professional athletes). I am grateful for my dual background in mind/brain, because all brain injured patients require both perspectives. In August of 2023 I published "The Complex Architecture and Healing of Traumatic Brain Injuries: Listening to The Brain" with Cambridge Scholars Publishing in the UK. This is the story (based on case histories) of the journey to find a "healing road" for all persons who have had serious disruptions in brain functioning. This is very, very challenging territory to work in. And in my experience, requires a great collaboration between doctor and patient. I am also the author of "Moon Over Seaville," the story of the hunt for a serial arsonist in Southern California (in 4 Episodes). Available everywhere under "Mystery/Thrillers." I have patients all across the country (via phone). Brain injuries can be healed!
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near Laguna Woods, CA
Online in Laguna Woods, CA
Teen
Dr. Carla DeFraine
Therapist, M.Ed, Ph.D.
I trained at Harvard and Vanderbilt, I have a sense of humor, and I am dedicated to the people who enter my office. If things were fine the way they are you would not need me, so be prepared to be challenged, and be prepared to work hard. I will be with you every step of the way.
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near Laguna Woods, CA
Teen
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 Laguna Woods, CA
Online in Laguna Woods, CA
Teen
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 Laguna Woods, CA
Online in Laguna Woods, CA
Teen
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 Laguna Woods, CA
Online in Laguna Woods, CA
Teen
Dr Karen Rippy - hi since individual, marriage, children and family Therapy online and Mission Viejo office
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., LMFT ,
"When experience matters! Specializing in ALL relationship challenges including complex, court related custody related and extended family related challenges. I can help you with Therapy using zoom visits for multiple people, I have a nice office you could come into and Mission Viejo. I am a nationally recognized "Marriage-Friendly Therapist." and advanced training in Couple, Family, custody and anger management and Discernment Counseling. I see children of all ages and we can talk about the best way to do this. Online or Mission Viejo office sessions. Prompt /emergency appointments
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Laguna Woods, CA
Online in Laguna Woods, CA
Teen
Morgan Pemberton
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR certified
Mrs. Pemberton is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in working with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, OCD, and ADHD. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Art from Chapman University and a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Hope International University in Fullerton, California. Mrs. Pemberton is a Certified EMDR Therapist, a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider (CTMH), and an ADHD Certified Clinical Service Provider (ADHD-CCSP).
11 Years Experience
Online in Laguna Woods, CA (Online Only)
Teen
Barry Ross
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a psychologist, marriage family therapist, bioenergetic analyst, and psychoanalyst with more than 30 years of clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults, and marital couples. I am skilled in helping a person to feel understood and related to in a new and helpful way.
42 Years Experience
In-Person Near Laguna Woods, CA
Online in Laguna Woods, CA
Teen
Shellee Moore
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.F.T., M.S., M.A.
Don't spend more time in therapy discussing your childhood than it took to live it! Learn problem solving techniques to reduce: depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADD, behavior problems. WALK AND TALK THERAPY IRVINE; office location Irvine; or phone sessions. Please call for a free consultation.
34 Years Experience
In-Person Near Laguna Woods, CA
Teen
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 Laguna Woods, CA
Online in Laguna Woods, CA
Teen therapists in Laguna Woods, CA Statistics
Teen therapists in Laguna Woods, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (80%), Depression (72%), and Trauma and PTSD (63%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
53%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 72% |
In Person and Online |
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| 26% |
Online Only |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 80% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 72% | Depression |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 59% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 48% | Loss or Grief |
| 46% | Stress |
| 42% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 100% | Teen |
| 98% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 42% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Women |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 29% | Christian |
| 27% | Hispanic / Latino |