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Trusted Therapy Services in Irvine, CA
Orange County Couples Counseling is a dedicated therapy practice specializing in relationship-focused mental health support for individuals, couples, and families. Our team of licensed therapists brings decades of combined experience in addressing complex emotional and relational challenges, including couples counseling, family dynamics, addiction recovery, and senior mental health. We prioritize trauma-informed care, evidence-based methodologies, and personalized treatment plans tailored to each client's unique needs.With flexible session formatsincluding in-person, telehealth, and beach therapywe strive to make compassionate care accessible to residents across Orange County. Our clinicians hold advanced certifications in specialized areas such as premarital counseling, conflict resolution, and neurodivergent support, ensuring comprehensive expertise across diverse therapeutic needs.
Services
Family Counseling
Conflict Resolution
Senior Therapy
Addiction Counseling
Couples Therapy
Premarital Counseling
Teen Counseling
Online Therapy
Beach Therapy
Stress Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of clinical experience in couples and family therapy
- Our team includes certified autism-informed professionals and trauma specialists
- We implement evidence-based modalities like Emotionally Focused Therapy and CBT
- Flexible session options: in-person, telehealth, and walk-and-talk beach therapy
- HIPAA-compliant care with personalized treatment plans for every client
Associations and certifications
- Straus Institute of Family Mediation
- American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
Services
Family Counseling
Our family counseling services address interpersonal conflicts, life transitions, and communication challenges through a trauma-informed lens. Therapists work with all family members to improve understanding, establish healthy boundaries, and resolve conflicts constructively. We specialize in multigenerational dynamics, parenting support, and crisis intervention for families facing significant life changes.
Couples Therapy
Specialized couples therapy focuses on restoring trust, improving communication, and rebuilding emotional connections. We address infidelity, premarital preparation, and relationship burnout using evidence-based approaches like the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy for lasting relationship improvements.
Teen Counseling
Individual and group counseling for teens addresses anxiety, identity development, and emotional regulation challenges. Our neurodivergent-friendly therapists use creative modalities like art and music therapy to engage adolescents in building coping skills and improving family communication patterns.
Senior Therapy
Specialized mental health support for older adults addresses grief, retirement transitions, and age-related life changes. We offer individual sessions, caregiver support, and group therapy focused on maintaining independence and finding purpose in later life stages.
Addiction Counseling
Comprehensive addiction treatment addresses substance abuse and behavioral addictions through individual therapy, relapse prevention planning, and family support sessions. Our trauma-informed approach helps clients understand root causes while developing sustainable recovery strategies and rebuilding relationships.
People
Kathleen Wenger
Founder & Couples Counselor
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 28 years of clinical experience specializing in couples counseling and senior mental health. Developed marriagefriendlytherapists.com and facilitates Laguna Beach support groups.
Christy Hill
Anxiety & Depression Therapist
Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist focusing on anxiety, depression, and personal growth through walk-and-talk therapy and cognitive behavioral techniques for improved emotional resilience.
Natasha Gaffaney
Mental Health Specialist
Registered Nurse and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist providing burnout recovery support for healthcare professionals and career transition counseling using holistic stress management approaches.
Austin Whitman
Teen Counselor
Certified Autism-Informed Professional specializing in teen and young adult therapy through creative modalities like art and music therapy to address emotional regulation and identity development challenges.
Rozy Pishvaiy
Life Transitions Therapist
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist offering Farsi-language sessions and experiential therapy for adults and teens navigating anxiety, relationship stress, and major life transitions with self-compassion frameworks.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We provide couples counseling, family therapy, individual sessions, and specialized programs for teens, seniors, and addiction recovery using evidence-based approaches.
Do you offer virtual therapy options?
Yes, all our therapists provide secure telehealth sessions for California residents with the same quality care as in-person appointments.
How do I choose the right therapist?
We offer free 20-minute consultations to help match you with a specialist in your specific needs, whether for relationship issues or mental health concerns.
Can you accommodate emergency appointments?
We often schedule same-day sessions for urgent needs and provide 24-hour crisis support through our on-call therapist network.
What insurance do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans and offer sliding-scale fees for uninsured clients. Contact us for specific provider network information.
Do you offer group therapy sessions?
Yes, we facilitate support groups for divorce recovery, men's mental health, and senior caregivers at our Laguna Beach location.
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