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Your Trusted Partner for Counseling Services in Irvine, CA
Orange County Couples Counseling (OCCC) is a dedicated counseling practice serving individuals, couples, and families in Orange County, CA. With over two decades of combined experience, our team of licensed therapists specializes in trauma-informed care, addressing issues such as family conflict, addiction recovery, senior therapy, and relationship challenges. We prioritize holistic well-being through evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, the Gottman Method, and mindfulness practices. Our services include in-person, telehealth, and walk-and-talk beach therapy sessions tailored to meet diverse client needs.OCCC emphasizes confidentiality, personalized treatment plans, and rapid access to care, often accommodating emergency appointments within 24 hours. We maintain affiliations with professional organizations like the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and adhere to strict ethical standards. Our therapists hold advanced degrees and specialized certifications in areas such as family mediation and critical incident stress management. By integrating clinical expertise with compassionate support, we empower clients to achieve emotional resilience and stronger relational connections.
Services
Family Counseling
Senior Therapy
Addiction Recovery
Infidelity Counseling
Online Therapy
Premarital Counseling
Teen Counseling
Grief Support
Beach Therapy
Career Counseling
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of clinical experience in couples and family therapy
- Trauma-informed care integrated across all counseling services
- Telehealth options for flexible, accessible mental health support
- Specialized certifications in family mediation and crisis intervention
- Emergency appointments available within 24 hours
Associations and certifications
- American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
- Critical Incident Stress Debriefing Certificate
- Straus Institute of Family Mediation Certificate
Services
Family Counseling
Our family counseling services address relational conflicts and communication challenges through trauma-informed care. We help families develop healthier interaction patterns while maintaining HIPAA-compliant confidentiality. Sessions focus on improving emotional connections and resolving generational issues through structured therapeutic interventions.
Senior Therapy
Specialized therapy for older adults addresses aging-related challenges like grief, retirement transitions, and health changes. We provide individual and group sessions that promote emotional resilience while respecting clients' life experiences and maintaining dignity throughout the therapeutic process.
Addiction Recovery
Our addiction counseling combines evidence-based techniques with personalized treatment plans to address substance use disorders. We help clients understand root causes while developing coping strategies for sustained recovery through individual and partner support sessions.
Infidelity Counseling
Specialized couples therapy for infidelity focuses on rebuilding trust and repairing relationship damage. We guide partners through structured sessions that address emotional wounds while establishing new relational boundaries for future growth.
Online Counseling
Secure virtual counseling sessions provide accessible mental health support through encrypted platforms. This option maintains the same therapeutic quality as in-person visits while offering flexibility for clients with scheduling or mobility challenges.
People
Kathleen Wenger
Founder & Couples Counselor
With over 20 years of experience, Kathleen specializes in couples therapy and family dynamics. She holds dual licensure as LMFT and LPCC, combining clinical expertise with compassionate care for relationship healing.
Christy Hill
Personal Growth Therapist
Christy focuses on anxiety and depression treatment using evidence-based approaches. Her background includes walk-and-talk beach therapy sessions that integrate mindfulness with traditional counseling techniques.
Natasha Gaffaney
Mental Health Specialist
As a registered nurse and therapist, Natasha addresses career burnout and healthcare professional stress. She combines medical expertise with mental health counseling for holistic client support.
Austin Whitman
Teens Counselor
Austin specializes in adolescent mental health using creative therapeutic approaches. His work with neurodivergent clients incorporates art, music, and physical activities to enhance engagement and emotional expression.
Irene Alvarez de Schwartz
Therapist
Irene provides culturally sensitive counseling services with experience in diverse therapeutic settings. She focuses on creating safe spaces for clients to explore personal growth and relational challenges.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide couples therapy, family counseling, addiction recovery, senior therapy, and individual mental health support using evidence-based approaches.
Can I access therapy sessions online?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth sessions for clients who prefer virtual counseling from their home or office.
How quickly can I get an emergency appointment?
We typically accommodate urgent cases within 24 hours through our emergency counseling services.
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
We recommend checking with your provider about out-of-network mental health coverage details directly.
What makes your counselors qualified?
Our team holds advanced degrees and certifications in specialized areas like family mediation and trauma response.
Are there alternative therapy options available?
Yes, we offer beach therapy sessions and other experiential approaches alongside traditional counseling methods.
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