Individual Therapy

Individual Therapy in Newport Beach

Depth-oriented therapy for adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, life transitions and patterns that keep repeating. Our therapists help you understand what drives how you feel and act, so the change lasts.

In person at our Newport Beach office, serving Irvine, Costa Mesa and Orange County, or by telehealth anywhere in California.

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What we help with

What Is Individual Therapy?

Individual therapy is one-on-one work with a therapist, focused entirely on you. Many people come in saying, "I know why I do this, but I still do it." Therapy helps close the gap between understanding a pattern and actually changing it.

Our therapists work with adults on a wide range of concerns, including:

  • Anxiety, chronic worry and panic
  • Depression, numbness or low motivation
  • OCD and intrusive thoughts
  • Childhood trauma and complex trauma
  • Grief and loss
  • Low self-esteem, shame and self-criticism
  • Men's issues, including anger, isolation and pressure to perform
  • Women's issues, including identity, relationships and life transitions
  • Relationship struggles and attachment patterns
  • Burnout, overwhelm and chronic stress

Not sure where your concern fits? Bring it to your free consultation and we'll talk it through.

Our approach

What Individual Therapy Feels Like Here

Many clients tell us therapy here feels different than they expected. Sessions are relational and human. Your therapist listens closely, stays emotionally present and gets curious about what's going on before trying to fix it.

We also pay attention to what happens between you and your therapist: your reactions, hesitations and moments of connection. These often mirror patterns in your other relationships, which makes the therapy room a safe place to understand them and try something new.

Warm individual therapy office with a sofa and floor lamp at Forbes Individual and Family Therapy in Newport Beach

What to expect

We hand-match you with a therapist based on your needs, preferences and goals, so you're never simply assigned whoever has an opening. Sessions are 50 minutes, usually weekly, in person at our Newport Beach office or by telehealth anywhere in California.

Some clients feel real relief within a few months. The most lasting change usually comes over 6 months to a year or longer, and we revisit your goals and pacing together along the way.

Our team of licensed and associate therapists meets regularly for case consultation and ongoing training.

Newport Beach Specialists In Individual Therapy

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Commonly Asked Questions

Individual Therapy FAQ

How long does individual therapy take?

It depends on your goals and history. Some clients feel relief within a few months, and deeper, lasting change usually takes 6 months to a year or longer. Sessions are 50 minutes, and most clients meet weekly.

What is depth-oriented therapy?

Depth-oriented, or psychodynamic, therapy looks beneath symptoms to the patterns, emotions and early experiences that drive them. Understanding where a pattern comes from makes it easier to change for good.

Do you take insurance?

We are an out-of-network practice. That lets us keep caseloads manageable, protect your privacy and keep insurance companies out of decisions about your care. If your plan has out-of-network benefits, we can provide a superbill for possible reimbursement.

Can I request a male or female therapist?

Yes. Tell us your preference on your free consultation call, along with what you'd like to work on, and we'll match you with the right therapist on our team.

Do you offer online therapy?

Yes. We offer secure telehealth sessions anywhere in California, and some clients mix in-person and online sessions.

Ready to Start Individual Therapy?

Book a free consultation to talk through what's going on and get matched with the right therapist. We see clients from Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, Irvine, Costa Mesa and across Orange County.

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