These people are true specialists. I've spent years in traditional therapy approaches just talking…read moreabout how I feel but nothing has helped my anxiety as much as the tools and actionable strategies I received here! Recommending this place to everyone I know.

Back again. And if you're worried that I'm the last 2 reviewers over 2-3 years, just know that…read moreduring my 2nd round of sessions with Sheva, CAOCD's foot traffic had increased significantly. But anyway, why is this guy leaving another review? During my 1st round of sessions, Sheva helped me deal with my HOCD. This 2nd round, she helped me deal with my "regular" OCD. Life has never been better. And it's all thanks to her and her organization. See, I knew what I needed to "fix". But I needed help doing it. It's like getting a personal trainer, an accountant, a contractor, etc. Could you do it yourself? Sure. But having an experienced, professional helping hand is usually going to be smoother. I wasn't sure I wanted to disclose what exactly I was getting help with. But if someone out there somehow lands on here and is experiencing the same thing (HOCD - which is probably a little more unknown as a term), then it might be worth it. You can self medicate, numb the pain, or do any other number of things with the money you'd spend here. But it won't be worth it. I would even say the value I've gotten from my sessions and their lasting impact on my life is worth more than what I actually paid in total (and I definitely felt the pain in my wallet *while* doing sessions here).

While meeting with Tammy I found the grounding and peace I was looking for. I felt very heard and…read moreunderstood. I walked out of session one with a huge weight lifted knowing there was a path forward and progress to be made.

Tammy is the best therapist I've ever encountered. She is so kind and understanding, and so…read morefamiliar with many tools and materials to help work through your issues. I could not recommend her more highly.

Julie offers her clients with personal comfort, a quality people need in a Therapist. She has a…read moregood rapport with her clients and that is critical. She easily helps people feel comfortable and at ease from the start. She assists in helping people dig deeper to understand themselves in order to live happier lives. I recommend Julie for Orange County's chosen therapist.

Finding a rational, empathetic, yet positive & intelligent therapist like Julie was an enormous…read morestroke of luck! She not only made it easy to open up about the mess that I'd made of my life, but neither did she shy away from helping me take responsibility for my own errors. Always gently encouraged me to find my own solutions. I have suggested her to every friend, or family member, who I knew was having trouble finding their way forward. She seems to always have just the right touch to nudge people in a direction that, as she says, they knew was the right way to go... but needed an impartial, caring person to help them discover what their hearts were already wise to. Seriously ~ after trying more therapists than I care to admit, I can recommend others to run, not walk, to Julie! Let her help you as she did me.. to take back control of my life. As she's said to me, no one else can control our destinies but ourselves. If we don't surrender our decisions & responsibilities to others, we'll never have to feel like we're spinning out of control again. That's a priceless gift we can learn to give ourselves. Thanks again Julie!

I can't say enough about Dr. Dalsimer. The problems that I was having with a particular family…read moremember amounted to something that I truly believed was beyond repair. I begrudgingly entered into family therapy so that I could at least demonstrate that I "tried." Never did I think that the relationship could not only be repaired but could be positive and joyful. Now, I have something that I never dared to hope to have: a loving, positive relationship with this family member. I am truly grateful for Dr. Dalsimer, her patience, wisdom, experience, and methods.

I started seeing Kei when changes in my career increased my stress and anxiety levels to an almost…read morecrippling degree. I was new to therapy, and Kei made the experience very comfortable. She gave me tools and resources to work on in between session so that each session built on the last. I was pleased to find that she wasn't just able to help me manage my stress and emotions, but she also became a coach to help me be better in the job I have now and plan for what might come in the future. For now, I have a much better grasp on my stress and more confidence in my career. I recommend Kei to anyone who is looking for a new therapist. If you are willing to be active in your therapy, Kei will give you the tools to help yourself. And there is comfort in knowing that if I need to speak with someone again, Kei is available and I am confident she will be able to help.

Nilou is such a genuine and kind person. From the moment you sit down with her, you feel completely…read moresafe, seen, and understood. She has such a warm, calming presence and a way of really making sure you feel like you truly matter. She's incredibly insightful and thoughtful, and you can feel how deeply she cares for her clients. She is truly brilliant and intuitive. She will always be one step ahead, anticipating your needs and guiding you with so much insight and understanding. You will always feel supported, respected, and genuinely cared for. I can't recommend her enough, you'll be in the BEST hands!!

Nilou, Thank you for creating a safe and comfortable space…read morefor me to explore my thoughts and feelings. I truly value the sincere support you show me. You are a blessing.

Marta is my savior! She is helped me and my family so much. She changed my life and help me to be…read morethe person I am today. I would not where I am without her. There is no one better. I have sent several people to her over the years as well. She has always been there for me and I couldn't ask for anything more.

I am so grateful that I found Marta. I love her communication style, her openness and how she is…read morenon judgmental. She listens, identifies your strengths or oppoirtunity for personal growth and provides solutions. Marta keeps real and I love how I feel like I'm in a safe space to express myself without the need to be reserved and not my authentic self. I look forward to growing with her on this journey of bettering my mental health and life. I would highly recommend.

I'm incredibly grateful for my therapy sessions with Michael. From the very beginning, he created a…read moresafe and judgment-free space where I felt truly heard. He's extremely patient, takes the time to really listen, and is thoughtful in how he responds to your needs rather than rushing the process. I came into therapy knowing I had a lot of healing to do, and Michael met me exactly where I was. His calm presence and genuine care made it easier to open up and work through things at my own pace. Each session felt intentional, supportive, and grounding. If you're looking for a therapist who truly listens, respects your journey, and supports real healing, I highly recommend Michael.

I decided to book an appointment with Michael based on his reviews here on Yelp. After investing…read moretime with him I can say with 100% certainty that he deserves every amazing compliment given to him. I've been to highly regarded therapists who spread out meetings for months, consuming unnecessary time and investment. His superpower is that he epitomized complete altruism with laser sharp discernment and focused attention that facilitated deep healing of emotional wounds so buried I didn't even know they existed. He also leaves the door open for further growth and healing without feeling locked into a contractual relationship. Honestly he should patent his Method for all coaches to follow! I give him the highest possible rating and encourage others to not hesitate reaching out to him.

It took me a very long time to find a good therapist. I've been seeing Dr. Keil for about a year…read morenow and he has added a tremendous value to my life and navigating traumas. He gives me advice that actually moves the needle for me along with also providing me a clear direction on moving into my higher self. I would recommend him 1000 times over and over!

Working with Dr. Keil was one of the best decisions I've made this past year. He has a rare ability…read moreto sense the best version of you--even before you can see it yourself. Dr. Keil is a skillful listener, a clear communicator, and incredibly thoughtful in how he helps you work through frustration or obstacles with logic and strategy. He's also extremely knowledgeable about physical training, nutrition, and longevity-- if you're into that sort of stuff. One thing I'll say tho: you get out what you put in. Come prepared and open, and you'll get the most out of your sessions. Best of luck!

My Fiancé and I did premarital counseling with Lisa Strong and it was the best investment we could…read moremake in our future marriage! Lisa helped create a safe and comfortable environment for us to openly talk about ourselves, our relationship and our goals. She provided many different worksheets and tools to help facilitate honest discussions and conversations about potential barriers. If any questions or disagreements arose, we discussed them with her and she helped provide tips for better communication to create a resolution. Overall, my fiancé and I feel that we grew much closer and our connection became ever deeper through premarital counseling which is exactly what we were looking for. Lisa is the perfect person to help any couple improve their connection, communication and problem solving skills!

We had a session with Lisa Strong, and I just don't think she was what my husband and I needed in…read morethat moment. I have to admit, I was probably in a bit of a crisis mindset since our issues were bubbled at the surface, so it felt like the session was unorganized, which I know I contributed to that. She didn't get any information prior to our session, so it felt like she went in blind and didn't have any frame or reference to what help we needed. At the end of the first session, she gave us "homework" which I think would have been tremendously helpful had it been done prior to the first session so that my husband and I could organize our thoughts, and she could have some indication of the help we needed so that she could be most effective in the session. They don't take insurance, so paying cash for a session, you really want to be able to make the most of the money spent. I think bc of her unfamiliarity with our situation, she made some suggestions that were obvious and things we had already done. I also felt like she made other suggestions for things that were not issues we were seeking services for. My husband and I both felt like it wasn't the most effective session, but that is how therapy works! You keep "shopping" until you find someone you feel best with. I will say she was patient and calm, and did allow me to speak. She made sure to include all parties and really was solution focused. I think she can be very effective for some, I just think it was my poor demeanor related to the need for therapy that marred our visit.

I have spoken at length with Chris who is in charge for my therapy. He's a fun guy, likes music and…read morelots of the things that have been helpful for me.

This Review is for Chris here at this facility. I did my initial review on Google but I made a…read moreGrammer error, and could not go back to change. I am a 60 your old man and when I came to this facility I did not know what to expect. However this young man made a an outstanding effort to make me feel comfortable. At 1st I thought I rubbed him the wrong way only to realize it was my stinking thinking. After my 1st week it changed and now I can speak with him about everything and anything. We have a good relationship not only for my care, but I feel I could reach out to him after hours and he would be there. This is a great facility for help.