I've had several sessions with Rachel now and I highly recommend her to anyone that's struggling…read morewith getting out of their head, getting out of a rut, understanding themselves and why they do the things they do better. She gives great visuals and analogies that I'm able to take home and use that have really helped me. She's very empathetic and kind but also very logical. Her office is very clean and conveniently located, and she follows all the current Covid protocols.

Thank you Rachel for your post partum support group. This was something I looked forward to every…read moreweek in those first months of motherhood as a safe space to listen to other new mothers, express myself,and request tips/ advice. I'm soo grateful for your help and highly recommend new moms join.

The right one. I…read moreknew before my session with her - and then confirmed it. Dr. Grau's compassion and care for those looking for guidance, clarity, validation - along with grief counseling - is tremendous. Truly a life-changing experience for me, even in just 30 minutes. Pro tip: book more time than you think you'll need - you'll want it.

Susan gave me insight and affirmation about my brother, father and mother. I feel validated for my…read morelove and concern in regards to my family. The entire session was comforting and accurate. Susan is both amazing and compassionate. I will definitely recommend and return myself.

All staff I interacted with were willing to go above and beyond in order to meet the needs of…read moreclients. They are willing to help make it a pleasant experience- just understand this is one of those things that you get out of it what you put in to it. If you plan to just skate by and "go through the motions" then don't expect much from it

Very generous and caring staff, quick to help out when and wherever they can. Good food for lunch,…read moreassistance with meeting transportation is provided, and the sober living rent is very affordable.

When seeking psychiatric services for a chronic mental health condition, one hopes for many traits…read morein the person who provides these services. Do they write prescriptions for the medication I have been on for a decade? Do they take my employer provided health insurance? Do they have good bedside manner? Do they make the process fun? At Shine Psychiatry, Sahil Mehta goes above and beyond the basics mentioned above. He also takes an interest in his patients' whole selves. I feel like I am more than just a number, more than just my diagnosis, I am a full fledged human being flaws and all. We talk about stresses at work, the amount of exercise I am and am not getting, and my latest creative pursuits with my hobbies, and everything in between. Sure, there's also the usual check-ins on medical statuses, but through each topic and in every interaction, it feels like Sahil truly cares about the wholistic well-being of his patients, not just prescribing medication and calling it a day. To Sahil Mehta's Psychiatric Services at Shine Psychiatry, I give 5 stars.

I started my mental health journey at SHINE Psychiatry in mid-October 2025. From my initial…read morein-person appointment to my monthly follow-ups, Chris has been nothing short of amazing. I've always had a hard time opening up to people, but Chris and the SHINE team have always made me feel comfortable in every setting, both in person and through telehealth (Zoom). One example that really stood out to me was during my initial in-person evaluation. I found the white-noise machine in the room extremely distracting, and Chris happily turned it off without making me feel uncomfortable about asking. He even took the time to explain why they use it (to give client meetings a little more privacy). He was empathetic and understanding from the get-go, and I honestly felt myself becoming less anxious as the appointment went on. As I answered questions and talked about some of the things I've struggled with, Chris was great at helping me understand why I might feel a certain way. He also helped me realize that many of the things I struggled with were completely normal. At no point did I feel judged. Chris really helped me understand different perspectives on what I was feeling, and I left that first meeting feeling genuinely validated and heard. Coming from an Asian cultural background, I was also grateful that there were many relatable topics and experiences that Chris was able to understand and expand on. Again, he helped me look at things from perspectives I hadn't considered before. Throughout each follow-up telehealth visit, we've touched base on how I've been feeling, what has changed, and the steps I can take to continue improving my mental health while becoming more confident in myself and growing overall as a person. SHINE is the first psychiatry practice I've ever visited, and I'm extremely grateful and appreciative for everything we've accomplished together.

Dr. Soltani is professional, kind, and smart. He sees through the lies and manipulation that people…read morewith alcoholism and drug addiction have. He has been doing evaluations for a very long time and he is one of the best, if not the best in Orange County.

I couldn't agree more with the two prior negative posts. Dr. Soltani is a Very welcoming man, who…read moredoes make you feel comfortable while in his office. Especially, having no worries about passing a drug screening-as in my case. I was ordered to take a follicle test by the Orange County family courts, pertaining to my ongoing custody battle. Not knowing my rights nor having an attorney, I agreed. My thoughts... "hey what could go wrong, i don't use drugs although I'm being accused, this will be my chance to prove them wrong" ! Once i did Research on Dr. Soltani's practice, I had my doubts. My entire custody case has been favorable to my ex-husband due to his military status. After reading reviews I went back to court and explained to the judge that I would like to go to a different facility to be tested. I gave her my reasons which she denied and ordered me to continue my hair follicle test at Dr. soltani's office. So I scheduled my appointment for a few days after I went in to take the test. It took over two weeks to get my results back I need to find out that I had a negative results for two substances in which I've never used in my life. This office is definitely rigged in the court system is very nasty unfair and UNJUST! It's just as corrupt as this office that works with them hand-in-hand! How gotten away with this is beyond me but I am absolutely disgusted. Do not go to his office!!! RUN FAR AWAY!

I love Suzanne!! Her approach is very proactive and life changing. Rather than dwelling in the past…read moreand hyper focusing on problems, past issues and current problems are addressed and then a game plan is created to move forward and create the changes in my life that I really wanted to make. She also has a way of shifting the mentality of everything being super negative, serious or threatening, to seeing the issues from a lighter perspective. Rather than seeing other people as an enemy, I am able to see them with love and understanding, which helps me move on and be happier. I highly recommend Suzanne if you want to address the root causes of any problems in your life and then actually want to make a change.

From the owner: As a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, my goal is to help you create the life that you…read moreimagine for yourself. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. It has been my experience that therapy helps people in several ways. At times, therapy offers a person, couple or family TIME to take out of their day to focus on themselves and discuss the issues at hand. It can be a place for Clients to tell their story and be heard, which can have a very healing effect. Sometimes it's about the therapist and client working together to identify problem areas and chart a course of action; and other times it's just about being in the room with someone in their struggle offering support and compassion. We are not an island. We need one another. Therapy is ultimately about a relationship between two people where the client can explore difficult issues in an environment of safety and unconditional positive regard. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.

My husband and I were looking for a Christian based counselor to help us get thru communication…read moreissues we we're having. Susie was a God send. We've done counseling before and enjoyed it, but Susie is another level of professional. I loved how structured each session was. Susie was always prepared to have us talk thru something, there was always a game plan! She would give us a practical tool to help us do so to where we were able to effectively say how we felt while the other person listened, and roles would switch. My husband and I have used these tools any time there's conflict. Susie modeled how to empathize with my spouse, which was helpful for me. I was able to vocalize what was upsetting me because she offered a safe space and asked me the important questions. We would keep going to Susie forever if we weren't moving out of California. Invest in your marriage, in yourself! Oh and I was even able to bring my 14 month old when I couldn't get someone to watch him. She had age appropriate toys for him to play with too - that was wonderful!!!

Kaitlin is great. I'm going through one of the worst times in my life. Shes able to stay in her…read moretherapeutic role almost all the time. She is non judgmental and offers solutions to your problems. She helps you consider your patterns of thinking and change them.

Dr. Lackey should retire! She has no business practicing any more. She cancels appointments at the…read morelast minute. Won't make the effort to speak to other professionals involved in one's treatment. She lies about trying to contact other professionals. Frequently goes on vacation for up two weeks at a time. She said she will email appointment times and never does it. Her billing is behind and she cannot keep standing appointments. She was incredibly unhelpful to our family in a time of crisis would and we would never recommend her to anyone needing psychological care.

Dr Barbara Lackey is a professional, caring therapist that has helped me comfortably close several…read moretroubled areas of my life. She has provided me the tools and insights that have helped me recognize and navigate situations that were potentially self-destructive behaviors. Dr Lackey provides a safe and comfortable environment She is very easy to talk with, and has a way to lead me to the answers I need. Often times the session goes on a roller coaster of emotions ( thought provoking questions, "Aha!" moments, tears, relief, resolve and even laughter!) Dr Lackey's training ,experiences, personality and wisdom have made a difference in my life. ILife continues to throw new challenges at me so I do still see her and appreciate her help. All of this is why I don't refer to Dr Lackey as my therapist. Instead I call her my "Rent-A-Friend".

My husband and I attended couples therapy with Yanira before getting married. Yanira helped us…read moredelve deeper into our individual experiences and responses to conflict. Throughout the process, we gained invaluable insights about ourselves and each other. With her guidance, we now approach challenges and conflicts in a much healthier way. Conflict now brings us closer and more connected rather than disconnected. Even years later, we continue to apply the principles Yanira taught us. Whether you're a new couple or have been married for years, I highly recommend working with Yanira. Her warmth and passion for helping individuals and couples is unmatched.

There are certain people who are doing what they are made to do. That i how I would describe…read moreYanira. She gives you not only her training and skill set but she gives you her full presence. Yanira is highly trained in trauma work, grief, individuals, and couples work and has a sharp intuition in understanding people. I would highly recommend her.