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Your Trusted Clinical Psychologist in Newport Beach
Dr. Hensling is a licensed clinical psychologist with a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and over two decades of experience in mental health care. Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), we provide tailored counseling services for individuals, couples, and families facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Our practice emphasizes a straightforward, solution-oriented approach that prioritizes client empowerment through practical tools and homework.With a background including doctoral internships at UCI Medical Center and Chapman Clinic, we combine academic rigor with real-world application to deliver efficient, results-driven therapy. Our referral-based practice reflects our commitment to quality care, serving clients in Newport Beach and surrounding areas with weekend and holiday session availability when needed.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Divorce Mediation
Custody Evaluations
Psychological Testing
Anger Management
Depression Treatment
Parenting Support
Self-Care Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer licensed doctoral-level professionals with over 10 years of education in clinical psychology
- Our team specializes in CBT and DBT therapies with proven effectiveness for anxiety and depression
- Decades of experience result in 90% referral-based practice from satisfied clients
- We provide a straightforward, solution-oriented approach with fewer, more proficient sessions
- Our services combine academic rigor with real-world application for practical results
What people say
Changed my life
Best in the OC
Empowered with resources
Overcome anxiety and depression
Marriage improved significantly
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored mental health treatment for anxiety, depression, and life challenges using evidence-based CBT techniques. Sessions focus on practical solutions and skill-building for lasting improvement in emotional well-being and daily functioning.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy addressing communication issues, infidelity recovery, and relationship dynamics. Combines individual sessions with joint meetings to foster understanding and strengthen partnerships through structured therapeutic approaches.
Family Therapy
60-75 minute sessions addressing family dynamics and communication patterns. Includes individual follow-ups when needed to address specific concerns while maintaining confidentiality and promoting collective healing.
Psychological Testing
Comprehensive psychological evaluations with customized reporting and result interpretation. Services include custody evaluations and diagnostic assessments tailored to individual clinical needs and legal requirements.
Anger Management
Specialized program addressing unhealthy anger expression through cognitive-behavioral techniques. Focuses on identifying underlying emotions and developing effective communication strategies for improved interpersonal relationships.
People
Dr. Hensling
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed clinical psychologist with doctoral degrees in Clinical Psychology and Counseling Psychology. Specializes in CBT/DBT therapies with experience treating anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Combines professional expertise with personal life experiences to provide compassionate, effective care.
Questions
What mental health services do you specialize in?
We specialize in anxiety disorders, depression treatment, couples counseling, family therapy, and life transition challenges using evidence-based CBT and DBT techniques.
Are your therapy sessions covered by insurance?
We provide receipts for insurance reimbursement. Please check with your provider about out-of-network mental health coverage benefits.
What makes your approach different from other therapists?
Our straightforward, solution-oriented approach focuses on practical tools and homework with fewer, more efficient sessions backed by decades of professional experience.
Do you offer weekend or evening appointments?
Yes, we occasionally offer weekend and holiday sessions when scheduling allows to accommodate client needs.
How do you handle couples counseling sessions?
We begin with individual sessions for each partner before meeting as a couple to ensure comprehensive understanding and more effective communication.
Reviews (7)
Alexa O.
Nov 20, 2021
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We had been to marriage therapy before and it seemed more like an exchange of complaints with a referee than anything therapeutic. Then we had two friends refer us to Dr. Hensling. We each had an individual session with her before meeting together. That made a big difference to both of us to feel heard and understood. What a refreshingly different approach. She was very direct but compassionate. She "got us". She gave us tools to communicate better and ways to navigate any disagreements more effectively. Worth every minute and dollar spent. Thank you Dr. Hensling!
Justin P.
Jun 07, 2021
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I had been to marriage counseling a few times and finally saw a divorce attorney. I think she could tell that I wasn't ready to give up on the marriage and referred me to Dr. Hensling. She told me that "she is the best in Orange County and if more people saw her she'd probably be out of business". We went and I can honestly tell you our marriage has never been better. Not gonna tell you it wasn't difficult because at times it was - but worth it. I wish we had found her sooner but so pleased we found her. Thank you so much Dr. Hensling.
Kate R.
Feb 22, 2021
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My boyfriend and I got engaged and I was surprised that really wasn't very excited. My friend told me to talk to Dr. Hensling and so happy I did. I learned so much. We had a relationship with him that was familiar - just like my now divorced parents. I won't go into detail but not what I wanted for sure. Dr. Hensling was able to help me understand that familiar isn't necessarily "love". My discovery allowed us to create a healthier relationship and excitement about our future. Thank you so much!
Haissa N.
Jul 11, 2020
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Years of anxiety spiraled me into a deep depression and I finally decided to get help. I went to a emergency walk-in and the doctor referred me to Dr. Hensling, telling me that he seen her as well as several of his colleagues . So I made an appointment and felt so much better after our first meeting. Dr. Hensling is so calming, confident and empathetic. She understands and doesn't judge. I felt empowered with the tools she had gave me and knew I could overcome the anxiety & depression that had consumed me for years. Within weeks my friends and co-workers noticed changes in me too! I wish
Brad R.
Apr 13, 2020
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I've written a total of only a handful of reviews but this one is long overdue. I met Debbi over a year ago, it started out as marriage counseling. I did a lot of research, her education, history and postive reviews brought me to her. As soon as I met her I could instantly see how smart, knowledgeable, cool and easy to speak with she is. She instantly figured out the issues and addressed them with care, diplomacy and professionalism. Unfortunately the marriage didn't work out and I moved back to Los Gatos. That didn't stop Debbi and I from working together, we speak remotely
Christie K.
Oct 11, 2019
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Dr. Hensling has been such tremendous help to myself and my husband. I always feel like I leave our sessions with great takeaways that I can apply to my life. I had felt stuck about a decision I knew that I needed to push forward to, after our first session together I started taking action on this! Each session we pick up right where we left off, I truly feel Dr Hensling is invested in her patients. I would highly recommend her, especially if you are feeling stuck! Thank you Dr. Hensling for everything! Gene and I will be back to visit or live chat!
Kelley H.
Jun 08, 2019
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I suffered from anxiety for years until ... I met with Dr. Hensling. She helped me control what I thought was uncontrollable. Her compassionate, straight-forward style allowed me to understand my anxiety. I wish I had gone to see her sooner. I would highly recommend her.
