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.

Sharon has been able to notice small details and changes in people's emotions. She might not…read moreintervene right away, yet she will wait for the right time to offer encouragement and check in with you. I have experienced betrayal and became depressed and isolated. When I reached out to Sharon, she was understanding and supportive and helped me confront my fears. I'm so thankful for her support during my difficult times and for accepting who I am. Highly recommend her to anyone in need of a therapist.

Sharon is a great listener and very genuine. I always felt comfortable sharing with her what was…read moregoing on with my life and never felt like I could not share. Her approach is one filled with kindness, compassion, and empathy. I really recommend Sharon as a therapist! :) Thank you for everything Sharon!

Beautiful house nestled in a quiet neighborhood. I spent 30 days there for grief, depression and…read moreanxiety and found it truly helpful and restorative. Private chef, yoga, sound bath, breath work, personal trainer, EMDR, private one on one sessions along with group process sessions were all amazing. Highly recommend!

From the owner: Inpatient residential mental health treatment facility with the highest success rate nationwide!…read moreOur Irvine facility is one of Alter Behavioral Health's 7 locations in Orange County & Southern California. We treat primary mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, autism co-occurring disorders, substance abuse/addiction, bipolar disorder, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder (BPD), dissociative identity disorder (DID), & more. All clients receive highly personalized treatment using modern evidence-based modalities combining psychiatric evaluation, medication, psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, EMDR, group therapy, life skills, vocational training, & more. We accept most private insurance plans or private pay.

Hyland & Associates is a wonderful counseling practice in Irvine. The practice provides a…read morewelcoming, professional, and supportive environment, and the therapists genuinely take the time to understand each client's individual needs and goals. The associates who are supervised by Tammy are extremely knowledgeable and professional and motivated to support their clients. I would highly recommend Hyland & Associates to anyone looking for compassionate, professional counseling in the Irvine area.

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.

Working with Kaila as my counselor has been both a healing and growing experience. Kaila is a great…read morelistener and is very patient through many ramblings, and I am quite prone to rambling. Being able to openly discuss my faith and relationship with the Lord with Kaila has been very refreshing. While being able to speak with a pastor is a good thing, and speaking to family is also good, being able to speak to someone who is entirely removed from my life about my various struggles in my walk with Christ has been massively helpful and challenging. On another note, being able to speak with her about the challenges of fatherhood and being a husband, and receiving both validation as well as questions meant to challenge my perceptions has helped me grow as both a father and husband. The Lord is certainly using Kaila where she is, and having her as a counselor is truly a blessing.

From the owner: At Uprooted Christian Counseling, we are passionate about your breakthrough. We combine clinically…read moreproven counseling methods with Christian conviction and biblical insight. Do you sometimes struggle with your identity as a Christian or feel "stuck" in negative thoughts? We believe the power of the Christian perspective lies at the crossroads where faith and practicality meet. The desire of Uprooted Christian Counseling is to understand your unique pain points and find healthy ways for you to cope and thrive. Specialities include: Trauma/ Anxiety, Couples Therapy, Spiritual struggles, Postpartum Care, Youth Populations. Practical and powerful breakthroughs in healing and recovery come through the following modalities: EMDR therapy for trauma recovery, CBT for anxiety treatment, and the Gottman Method for couples therapy. Schedule Your Free consultation today!

I highly recommend Samira as a therapist. I have had personal experience as an adult with Samira. I…read morealso know of several children (elementary and middle school aged) who have seen Samira for therapy. Speaking from my own experience, Samira is so friendly. Her kindness is matched with her compassion. I know this because I felt instantly connected when I first met Samira. I'm not someone who opens up easily, and I am especially guarded when it comes to personal things and trauma. I used to believe that therapy won't work for me. I think how therapists are often portrayed on television made me think negatively about the way therapy works. I really think it depends on the therapist. Samira really listens without judgment. She is not pushy with any sort of agenda. It feels effortless to talk to her. I honestly feel that she is with me and she has my back. I'm telling you, she truly is amazing, and I am so thankful to have met her. Samira is also great with kids! I can not believe how she is also skilled in working with children as well as working with adults! She uses a variety of tools when working with children. I do not know the names or methods because I'm not a therapist myself, but one of the ways is play therapy! I know this because one of my friend's children sees Samira as well, and her daughter adores her! She claims that seeing Samira is something she looks forward to every week! If you're looking for a therapist who is caring, intuitive, easy to talk to, and genuine, look no further! Samira is your girl!

Samira is not only so easy to talk to, but is also such a caring, smart, and intuitive person. I…read morefeel very heard and supported when I am talking with her. I have learned how to regulate my emotions, great communication skills, and overall tools to help my anxiety. I loved how Samira takes the time to get to know her patients and really bond with them before finding a game plan for what worked best for me. She is so professional while at the same time you feel like you are talking to an old friend. I would recommend Samira to any family, friend, colleagues, neighbors, and beyond! Thank you Samira!

Hegi is an incredible therapist and I am so thankful to have found her. In the last 2.5 years, she…read morehas helped me overcome debilitating, life-long fears (e.g. fear of needles and open water), trauma, and anxiety via EMDR therapy. In addition to EMDR, she has guided me through everyday challenges with compassion and understanding. Her approach is thoughtful and gentle, but also realistic and solution-oriented. Every time we end our sessions, I feel at ease and motivated. She is a pillar of support who has liberated me from my fears and anxiety. Thank you, Hegi!

Absolutely horrific. I had a horrible experience and wouldn't recommend her to anybody. She is…read moreincredibly rude and constantly interrupts instead of listen.

I can't say enough positive things about my experience with Dr. Hensling. I went in feeling a bit…read morelost, unsure of what my next steps in life would be. She helped me navigate and understand my wants and needs. She's very relatable and to the point. I've been to other Psychologists and most of the time they're just a feelings sharing session. Not with Dr. Hensling. She allows you to share your feelings and thoughts and makes sense of them. She is very honest and upfront, and doesn't sugarcoat which is exactly what people need when they're feeling lost or unsure. I always look forward to seeing her! Thank you for all the help and clarity you've provided me. I'm so grateful to have found her!!

Meeting with each of us separately before coming together as a couple was brilliant. Dr. Hensling…read moretook the time to understand our individual backgrounds, expectations, disappointments, and what we wanted our partner to understand but may have struggled to express. I believe those individual sessions played a major role in both of us leaving our first joint session feeling hopeful. We walked away with a clearer understanding of how our issues developed, practical tools to address them, and insight into how to avoid them in the future. I would strongly recommend Dr. Hensling to any couple that is serious about making a difference in your relationship.

I wish I could give this shady company negative stars. They charged me for free EAP sessions when I…read moreprovided the correct documentation in advance. Now they are lying and saying I only provided the correct documentation for part of my free 10 EAP sessions, which doesn't even make any sense. They refuse to reply to my insurance company, they give me the runaround when I call them and they change their story every single time I speak with them. I've spent more time and effort trying to get someone to apply my EAP coding to my free EAP sessions than I did using my sessions. The ironic part is that this company is so difficult to deal with that my mental health is literally 10x worse than when I started.

The therapists are amazing, and I've had a very positive experience with the care I've received…read more Unfortunately, I've had a frustrating experience with the billing department. A simple billing issue has not been resolved, and there has been little sense of urgency in correcting the error. Because of the incorrect billing on my account, copays have continued to be collected even though they are not owed. When I called the billing department, I asked if someone could call me back once the issue had been resolved, but I was told they couldn't because they are an inbound-only call center. I found the billing staff to be unhelpful, and it was disappointing that there was no way to receive an update without having to initiate another call myself. I hope the practice improves the responsiveness, communication, and efficiency of its billing process. The quality of the therapists is excellent, but the administrative side has been disappointing and has taken away from an otherwise positive experience.

Jennifer has been a life saver and an essential part of my healing journey since my previous…read moretherapist retired back in 2023. If you're looking for a therapist that is not only very knowledgeable in her fields but also compassionate, empathetic, honest and also a class A listener, she is the therapist for you! Jennifer is a therapist who cares, from my own experience, I greatly recommend Jennifer and I couldn't be more grateful for her help.

I find Jennifer to be kind, capable, and very authentic. She is always a consummate professional,…read moreand I highly recommend her for whatever kind of counseling you might be needing. I am grateful for her expertise and resourcefulness in navigating the mental health industry!