Hi. My name is Anne. Welcome to my Profile page! I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist and a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist. I really enjoy helping individuals and their families work on a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, self esteem, trauma, eating disorders, body image, attention deficit problems, life transitions, family/relationship dynamics, social life, romantic relationships and dating. I have over 25 years of experience in helping people of all ages and backgrounds live healthier happier lives. I am compassionate and intuitive and will work collaboratively with you. I will help you learn how to relax and destress; learn how to manage your emotions; learn how to navigate romance -whether it's dating or a long term relationship; improve your relationship with yourself and with others; learn how to cope with life so can get more out of the life you're living. I will work with you to address any deeper underlying issues you may have while providing you with tools and techniques to help address immediate concerns such as feelings of sadness, loneliness, fears, and stress. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Exposure Therapy and EMDR. Call or text me at 949.689.8272 for a free phone consultation!
Weekends 9am - 5pm
Weekdays 9am - 5pm
Weekdays Before 9am
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Sliding scale
Directive
Reflective
Body-based
In-person available: Yes
Virtual available: Yes
Anxiety
Depression
Eating Disorder
Life Transitions
Self-Esteem
Trauma
ADD/ADHD
Romantic Life
Cigna
CA
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Get to Know Anne
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Arthur and Carole, Client
I actually started my first career as a dietitian. I worked at a psychiatric hospital where I treated individuals with eating disorders and felt I could make a bigger difference in their lives by obtaining my Master's in Psychology. I eventually developed and became clinical manager of an eating disorder program and helped manage the general psychiatric program at Mission Hospital, Laguna Beach for over 17 years. I combined my background as a dietitian and therapist together to provide a whole person approach to treatment. While working full time there I also had a small private practice providing psychotherapy to individuals with eating disorders as well as depression, anxiety, addictions and trauma. I left working at the hospital in 2014 and went into full time private practice in Orange County, CA.
I have two Master's degrees: MS in Nutrition and MA in Psychology with an emphasis in Counseling. I continually do continuing education and have been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Exposure Therapy, and EMDR.
I have a B.S. in Dietetics from U.C. Davis; M.S. in Nutrition from University of Nebraska, Lincoln; and M.A. in Psychology with an emphasis in Counseling from CalSouthern University. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Exposure Therapy, and EMDR
Sit down and take a bit of time to reflect on why you are starting therapy and what your specific goals or concerns are that you want to address.
I know this is a vague answer but...It will depend on what you are seeking therapy for and how you respond to treatment.
You will find this is a safe place to voice your concerns, especially if you are feeling stuck, unheard or unseen. We will also work together to help you become assertive, find your voice and empower you. As the therapist,if I see that you are stuck, unseen or unheard, I will bring it to your attention so we can address it and work through it.
When we start, we will determine what some of your goals and needs are and will be evaluating your progress as you continue with therapy.
I individualize my approach and techniques based on each individual's background and needs as no two people are alike.
There is no one answer to this question as each person's experience is different. Start with reflecting on why you are seeking therapy now and what are your goals. Then set up a consultation and see if we're a fit and go from there. Take it one step at a time.
Since I was a dietitian first before a psychotherapist, I think my background is very unique. I am able to combine these two areas of healthcare together to provide a whole person approach with evidence based treatment.
The best part is making a difference in people's lives. Seeing them develop resiliency and fuller richer lives.
As I mentioned in the previous question, I became a mental health practitioner when I started treating eating disorders and believed the combination of the two would help me provide more effective treatment. It was there that I saw the connection between physical and mental health and how closely linked they are in a person's overall health and well being.
I have been treating eating disorders and substance use disorders since 1997 and experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, self esteem issues and relationships as a psychotherapist since 2007.
Absolutely! I want to help you gain insight about yourself, your relationships and how you can interact in your world in the most effective way possible. So, you'll find that I will help you explore your concerns and help you learn to problem solve so that eventually you are able to manage yourself and your life without my input.
When you come into therapy, that time and space is just for you. This is a time and place that is safe for you to address your issues and concerns and receive support, direction and input from an objective point of view. When I give feedback, its not based on well meaning "advice" that friends or family would give, rather it's from my experience, education and training that helps me to explore and assess your situations and help you work through them. This is a one way relationship. Friends and family relationships are two way -it's reciprocal.
Yes! I believe that's important to do work between session so I often will assign homework that is either to provide more education; self reflection; and/or practice to further the work that you do in session. This will give you the most benefit from our sessions as often there are things you need to work on and/or challenge yourself with outside of the time we spend together in session.
I want to collaborate with you and meet you where you are at each session. Therefore, the amount will vary depending on the session and what we're working on. If you choose to do EMDR with me then you'll find I talk very little and am there to guide you through the EMDR session.
I share only information or experiences in my personal life only when I think it will add value to what you need to work on. The sessions are about you, not me, but if there is something that I think would be helpful to you then I will share it. I usually ask my clients if they want to hear something from my personal life that I think they would benefit from hearing and if they are I will share it. I am always mindful that this is your time!
My philosophy is that it is never too late to make positive changes in your life as long as you are willing to put the time and effort and some risks. For an individual or a relationship to improve, we need to take risks and do things differently. I am here to help you make those changes one small step at a time. With each small step, we move closer to our goals.
Therapy is an opportunity to learn and grow in a safe and non-judgmental place. It's a place for you to talk, work through your issues, develop and implement new skills that can help you gain insight and manage yourself, your relationships and your life in a healthier manner.