Business Details
Relationship Therapy & Couples Counseling in Newport Beach
As a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 15 years of clinical experience, I specialize in helping individuals and couples cultivate deeper self-awareness and healthier relationships. My practice integrates humanistic-existential theory with gestalt therapy techniques to address communication breakdowns, emotional disconnection, and behavioral patterns rooted in past experiences. I hold a master's degree in Counseling Psychology from California Institute of Integral Studies and have completed advanced training in psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral modalities.My approach emphasizes practical skill-building for emotional regulation, vulnerability-based communication, and conflict resolution. I maintain strict confidentiality while providing a nonjudgmental space for clients to explore personal growth, trauma recovery, and relationship transformation. With offices in Newport Beach, I serve clients navigating life transitions, parenting challenges, and both acute and chronic mental health concerns.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Communication Skills
Trauma Recovery
Parenting Support
LGBTQ Counseling
Anxiety Management
Premarital Counseling
Highlights and features
- We provide practical relationship tools for both couples and individuals
- Our therapist holds advanced training in gestalt therapy techniques
- We offer insurance claim assistance for eligible clients
- Our approach combines multiple evidence-based therapeutic modalities
- We maintain strict confidentiality with clear ethical guidelines
Associations and certifications
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT)
What people say
Down to earth
Practical tools
Life-changing therapist
Compassionate understanding
Clearheaded guidance
Services
Individual Therapy
Specialized therapy for personal growth and mental health challenges. Addresses anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, and behavioral patterns through evidence-based techniques. Combines psychodynamic exploration with practical skill-building for emotional regulation and self-awareness.
Couples Counseling
Focused treatment for relationship improvement and communication enhancement. Addresses emotional disconnection, conflict patterns, and intimacy issues using gestalt therapy techniques. Teaches practical tools for vulnerability-based communication and conflict resolution.
Communication Skills
Targeted training in effective communication strategies. Develops skills for expressing needs constructively, active listening, and de-escalation techniques. Addresses communication breakdowns in both personal and professional relationships through practical exercises.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized treatment for trauma and abuse recovery. Utilizes integrative approaches to process traumatic experiences and develop coping mechanisms. Focuses on restoring emotional balance and rebuilding trust in personal relationships.
Premarital Counseling
Guided sessions for couples preparing for marriage. Explores relationship foundations, conflict management strategies, and future planning. Builds essential communication skills and mutual understanding before commitment.
People
Courtney Collier, MA LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed therapist with master's degree in Counseling Psychology from California Institute of Integral Studies. Specializes in relationship therapy and communication issues using gestalt techniques. Maintains active membership with California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate humanistic-existential theory with gestalt therapy techniques, cognitive-behavioral methods, and psychodynamic exploration to create personalized treatment plans for each client.
Do you accept insurance?
While I don't process insurance directly, I provide documentation to assist with out-of-network reimbursement claims. Check with your provider about mental health coverage specifics.
What are your cancellation policies?
48-hour advance notice is required for cancellations or rescheduling to avoid full session charges. Emergencies are handled with voice mail communication and follow-up.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with initial consultations including discussion of therapy goals and fee structure before formal appointment scheduling.
What relationship issues do you address?
Specializing in communication breakdowns, emotional disconnection, and conflict patterns. Helps couples develop practical tools for vulnerability-based communication and sustainable relationship improvements.
