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Whether you're navigating a relationship challenge, working through something on your own, or supporting your family through a hard season, finding the right therapist matters. 66 licensed therapists in Lake Forest are here to help, so you can choose someone who understands what you need right now.

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66 specialists found in Lake Forest Area

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Susie Ibrahim, Marriage & Family Therapist Lake Forest, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Tustin, California Online + In-person 6 years experience
10.8 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Family Conflict General marriage Infidelity Intimacy

As a Gottman Level 3 trained therapist, my primary focus working with couples is to re-establish emotional connection through strengthening friendship, gain a deeper understanding of each partner’s perspective during perpetual conflicts, and create shared meaning.

Kaylin Zabienski, Marriage & Family Therapist Lake Forest, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Newport Beach, California Online 9 years experience
10.9 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Anxiety Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy Dating Coaching Marital and Premarital

If you have been feeling lost or stuck for too long, I want you to know that there is a way out. It might be difficult to say what you are feeling sometimes, and maybe you aren't really sure what the cause is. Your spouse doesn't get it or they are too busy with

Alicia Ramos,  Lake Forest, ca
Newport Beach, California 7 years experience
10.9 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Behavioral Issues Blended Families Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy Codependency Relationships

I help professionals on the verge of divorce save their marriage using hypnosis. Unlike traditional therapy I use hypnosis that is able to get to the root of your relationship and marital issues at the subconscious level, and give you new tools that change your

Dr. Bond, Psychologist Lake Forest, ca
Psychologist
Corona Del Mar, California Online 8 years experience
10.9 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Addiction Aggression And Violence Anger Management

I am Dr. David Kyle Bond, a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of mood (depression, anxiety) and relationship issues. I completed a Ph.D. in Positive Developmental Psychology and was directly involved in research. I run SHIFT

Christine Gonzalez, Marriage & Family Therapist Lake Forest, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Costa Mesa, California Online + In-person 20 years experience
11.1 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Anxiety Marital and Premarital Parenting

Drawing mainly from Gottman principles,  I help couples learn how to talk to each other most productively and respectfully so each can hear the other clearly. Then I help them explore ways to meet the other's needs as expressed.  The main idea is that

Michele Marie Stamper, Marriage & Family Therapist Lake Forest, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Costa Mesa, California Online + In-person 9 years experience
11.7 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Anxiety Blended Family Codependency Relationships Communication

Connection is so important in our relationships and we need connection to others as human beings to help us thrive and be our best selves.  Sometimes our wounds get in the way of that connection to others and we build defenses to protect ourselves from

Tamara Kubiak, Marriage & Family Therapist Lake Forest, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Costa Mesa, California Online + In-person 6 years experience
11.7 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: General marriage Infidelity Intimacy Pre-marriage

Are you struggling in your relationship?  Is there constant arguing, cold silence, has there been a betrayal?  Do you feel unheard, unloved, constantly criticized?  I'd love to help.  In my practice I focus on couples and

Sue Shepard, Marriage & Family Therapist Lake Forest, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Costa Mesa, California In-person 21 years experience
11.7 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma ADHD Anxiety Codependency Relationships

As a practical, interactive and results-oriented therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help you resolve current problems and long-standing patterns in your relationship.  With sensitivity and compassion, I am able to help you

Melissa A Mellon, Marriage & Family Therapist Lake Forest, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Santa Ana, California 18 years experience
11.8 miles away from Lake Forest

Deciding to begin the therapy process is an important and life changing decision. Life can bring so many beautiful and challenging experiences and opportunities. As a therapist, I believe that each of us has the knowledge and ability to create the

Kari, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Lake Forest, ca
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Costa Mesa, California Online 6 years, 9 months experience
11.9 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Addiction Aging And Geriatric Alcohol Abuse

I believe that each of us can heal and grow when supported in a way that is tailored to meet our needs. You are the expert of your experiences. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your unique strengths, build new skills, and

Donna Bond, Coach Lake Forest, ca
Coach
San Clemente, California Online + In-person 4 years experience
12 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Life events Pre-marriage Joy Meaning

Donna Bond, M.A. is a graduate of the University of Santa Monica where she earned her master’s degree in Spiritual Psychology with an emphasis in Consciousness, Health and Healing as well as her professional coaching certification. As a professional life

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Ilana Grines, Marriage & Family Therapist Lake Forest, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Santa Ana, California Online 4 years experience
12.4 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Career Counseling Child Therapy Dating Coaching Depression

I work with individuals and families from a variety of backgrounds. I have experience in a multitude of settings, including schools, private practice, and community mental health. My therapeutic approach incorporates CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy),

David Pincus, Psychologist Lake Forest, ca
Psychologist
Orange, California In-person 26 years, 9 months experience
13.8 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Infidelity Intimacy Life events Medical conditions

There are two main approaches to marital therapy:  (1) communication and skills oriented approaches (the most popular currently is the Gottman approach); and (2) emotion and relational approaches (the most popular today is Sue Johnson’s approach). 

Kalin Hardecopf, Marriage & Family Therapist Lake Forest, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Newport Beach, California Online 4 years experience
14 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Attachment Breakup Codependency Relationships Communication

As a marriage therapist, I adopt a holistic approach, combining solution-focused, humanistic, and attachment-based strategies to strengthen relationships. This approach not only addresses existing challenges but also serves as a proactive measure to prevent future

William Feuerborn, Psychotherapist Lake Forest, ca
Psychotherapist
14.2 miles away from Lake Forest

William is Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist - Supervisor, and is the Co-Founder and Clinical Director of NOVUS Mindful Life Institute, which helps individuals affected by sex addiction. He has been providing psychotherapy through his

Manny Romero, Marriage & Family Therapist Lake Forest, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
San Clemente, California Online 3 years experience
14.4 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Anxiety Blended Families Career Counseling Codependency Relationships

The focus of my practice is to help men gain the necessary skill sets to overcome social and emotional challenges so they can thrive in their relationships!    I provide individual, couples, and family therapy.   

Dorothy o’Neill, Marriage & Family Therapist Lake Forest, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Anaheim, California Online + In-person 9 years, 10 months experience
15 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Adoption Aging Therapy Anxiety

As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples, families, children, and adolescents. My areas of special focus are with couples and military personnel.  My work includes working with borderline personality disorder (BPD),

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Marriage & Family Therapist
Mission Viejo, California In-person 10 years, 6 months experience
5 miles away from Lake Forest
Specialties: Divorce Marriage Infidelity Life events

Marriage is a union of two people who promise to love each other through their life journey.  The communication of love through empathy is the key to a successful marriage.

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Therapy in Lake Forest: Cost, Availability, and Expert Statistics

Here's what therapy looks like in Lake Forest right now, based on 66 experts listed on Marriage.com - including average cost, session format availability, and therapist demographics.

Average session cost
$170
Most treated specialties
Anxiety, Divorce
Average therapist experience
14 years
Session format availability
Online only 14% In-person only 12% Both formats 74%
Therapist gender breakdown
Female 50% Male 21% Non-binary/other 29%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in Lake Forest

How are marriage therapists verified in Lake Forest?

Every marriage therapist listed in Lake Forest is checked against its licensing board before we add them. That means confirming their license is active and checking their credentials. If you want the details, there's a verified badge on each profile you can click.

What should I look for when choosing a marriage therapist in Lake Forest?

Start with licensure: make sure they're actually licensed in Lake Forest. Then check whether they treat what you're dealing with, whether that's communication problems, anxiety, or something more specific. After that, look at insurance and cost, and decide if you want online sessions or in-person.

How much does therapy cost in Lake Forest?

Marriage therapists listed in Lake Forest charge an average of $170 per session. That number moves around depending on the therapist, how long the session runs, and whether insurance covers any of it, so check the actual rate on each profile.

Can I compare or message more than one therapist in Lake Forest before choosing?

Yes. You can look through as many profiles as you want, compare pricing and specialties, and message more than one therapist in Lake Forest before you book anything. There's no limit on how many you check out first.

Is online therapy available in Lake Forest?

Yes: 74% of marriage therapists listed in Lake Forest offer both online and in-person sessions, so you can pick whichever fits your schedule better.

Does Marriage.com work with therapists outside my state, or only local ones?

Only therapists licensed in Lake Forest will show up for you. That's not a Marriage.com rule, it's how therapy licensing works in general, even for online sessions. Filter by state and you'll see who's actually eligible to see you.

How do I find a marriage therapist in Lake Forest?

Search the directory for Lake Forest and filter by specialty, insurance, and session format, online or in-person. Each profile shows the therapist's license status, areas of focus, and accepted insurance, so you can compare before reaching out.

Do I need to create an account to search for a therapist in Lake Forest?

No. You can search and browse therapist profiles in Lake Forest without creating an account. You'll only need one when you're ready to book a session or message a therapist directly.

Is what I share with my marriage therapist confidential?

Yes. Licensed marriage therapists are bound by confidentiality laws and professional ethics codes, with limited exceptions required by law, such as risk of harm to yourself or others. It's worth asking your therapist about their specific confidentiality policy during your first session.

How quickly can I get an appointment in Lake Forest?

Availability varies by therapist. Many providers listed in Lake Forest are currently accepting new clients, so check individual profiles for current availability before reaching out.