Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Rancho Santa Margarita, California CA
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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 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA California (Online Only)
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Melissa Berschauer
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
In all honesty, finding a therapist you actually click with can be tough. That’s why I keep things warm, fun (yes we laugh), and completely judgment free. As your therapist, my goal is for you to have a place to just be yourself while we work through whatever is causing you stress or discomfort. I bring a mix of genuine empathy and practical, real-world tools to the table, meaning we won’t just talk about what’s going on, we’ll actively collaborate to get you unstuck.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety/depression, relationship stress (any type of relationship), a major life shift, burnout, perfectionism, confidence issues, trauma, infertility/postpartum struggles, or just want to understand yourself a bit better, I’m here to help you navigate it all.
14 Years Experience
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA California (Online Only)
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Mary Gonzalez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I believe healing begins when you feel truly seen, heard, and accepted without judgment. My goal is to create a space where you can slow down, explore your experiences with honesty, and build the confidence to move forward in a way that feels authentic to you.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Holding Space Therapy, I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable. Whether you're living with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, burnout, grief, or the effects of chronic stress, you don't have to navigate it alone. I strive to meet each client with compassion, curiosity, and respect, recognizing that every person's story is unique.
My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Together, we'll work to understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, process difficult experiences, develop practical coping strategies, and build a stronger connection with yourself and the life you want to create.
I have extensive experience supporting adults from diverse backgrounds, including first responders and their families, healthcare professionals, LGBTQ+ individuals, and members of BIPOC and Latino communities. I am committed to providing culturally responsive, affirming care where your identity, values, and lived experiences are respected and honored.
Healing isn't about becoming someone different—it's about reconnecting with the strengths that have always been within you. My hope is that therapy becomes a place where you feel supported, challenged when appropriate, and empowered to create meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels safe and sustainable.
6 Years Experience
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA California (Online Only)
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Freestyle Supervision and EMDR Group LLC
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC-S, LEP, NCC, APCC, AMFT, ASW, NCC
At Freestyle Supervision and EMDR, we move beyond "trauma-informed" trends to provide deeply rooted, evidence-based care across California and Texas. Our practice is built on a mentorship model that celebrates neurodiversity, LGBTQIA+ advocacy, and authentic self-expression. By blending clinical expertise with a laid-back, creative approach, we offer a space where clients can unmask, regulate their nervous systems, and experience therapy that is as inclusive as it is transformative
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA California
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California Center for Change
Psychologist, PhD
You've tried to cut back or stop, but find yourself exhausted, frustrated, and wondering if anything will actually work. At California Center for Change, we help you understand what's beneath the surface so that real change becomes possible. Our team works with individuals and families across California offering compassionate, research-based therapy that addresses not just your use, but the pain driving it. You deserve to feel better and we're here to help you get there.
17 Years Experience
Online in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA California (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Rancho Santa Margarita, California Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in Rancho Santa Margarita, California average 13 years of experience and charge around $187 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (79%), Trauma and PTSD (72%), and Depression (67%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$187
Accept insurance
49%
Offer sliding scale
53%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 58% |
Online Only |
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| 42% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 79% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 67% | Depression |
| 56% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 51% | Stress |
| 51% | Self Esteem |
| 51% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 30% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Men |
| 40% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 33% | Black / African American |