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Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Therapy in Irvine, CA
Orange County Couples Counseling (OCCC) is a therapeutic practice specializing in relationship and mental health support for couples, families, and individuals. With over 20 years of clinical experience, our team employs trauma-informed care to address emotional, relational, and psychological challenges. We offer personalized counseling services, including family therapy, conflict resolution, senior therapy, and addiction recovery, tailored to the unique needs of each client. Our evidence-based approach integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and experiential therapies like beach sessions to foster holistic healing. OCCC prioritizes accessibility through telehealth options and flexible scheduling, ensuring clients receive timely care.Our therapists hold advanced degrees and specialized certifications in areas such as family mediation, grief counseling, and senior mental health. We maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations, providing a safe space for clients to explore sensitive issues. OCCCs commitment to community extends to support groups for seniors and individuals navigating divorce or life transitions. Our mission is to empower clients to build resilience, improve communication, and achieve lasting emotional well-being.
Services
Family Counseling
Conflict Resolution
Senior Therapy
Addiction Counseling
Couples Therapy
Premarital Counseling
Teen Counseling
Online Counseling
Beach Therapy
Stress Management
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in counseling couples and families.
- Our trauma-informed approach ensures holistic healing.
- We offer telehealth sessions for convenience.
- Specialized support groups for seniors and men.
- Certified therapists with expertise in anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
What people say
Empathetic and skilled therapists
Transformed our family communication
Effective tools for conflict resolution
Supportive senior counseling programs
Convenient online sessions
Services
Family Counseling
Family counseling at OCCC addresses interpersonal conflicts and strengthens relationships through trauma-informed care. Our therapists help families improve communication, resolve disputes, and rebuild trust. Sessions focus on emotional well-being, fostering empathy, and creating harmonious home environments.
Conflict Resolution
Conflict resolution counseling helps couples and families navigate disagreements constructively. OCCCs therapists teach communication techniques to manage conflicts without damaging relationships, promoting mutual understanding and long-term harmony.
Senior Therapy
Senior therapy supports older adults facing life transitions, grief, or health challenges. OCCCs counselors provide strategies to combat loneliness, adjust to retirement, and maintain emotional resilience, ensuring dignity and purpose in later years.
Addiction Counseling
Addiction counseling at OCCC addresses substance abuse and behavioral dependencies through personalized recovery plans. Therapists help clients explore root causes, develop coping mechanisms, and rebuild relationships affected by addiction.
Online Counseling
Online counseling offers flexible, confidential therapy via secure telehealth platforms. OCCC provides the same evidence-based care remotely, ensuring accessibility for clients unable to attend in-person sessions due to location or mobility.
People
Kathleen Wenger
Founder & Couples Counselor
Kathleen Wenger, M.A., LMFT, LPCC, founded OCCC with over 20 years of experience in couples and family therapy. She specializes in trauma-informed care, relationship counseling, and senior mental health support.
Christy Hill
Personal Growth & Anxiety Therapist
Christy Hill, M.A., focuses on anxiety, depression, and personal growth. She offers walk-and-talk beach therapy and traditional sessions to help clients overcome emotional barriers and build resilience.
Natasha Gaffaney
RN & Mental Health Specialist
Natasha Gaffaney, M.A., combines nursing expertise with mental health counseling. She specializes in career burnout, work-life balance, and supporting healthcare professionals through high-stress challenges.
Austin Whitman
Teens & Young Adult Counseling
Austin Whitman, M.A., works with teens and young adults using creative, experiential methods. He focuses on anxiety, grief, and neurodivergent support, integrating art and physical activity into therapy.
Questions
What types of therapy does OCCC offer?
OCCC provides couples therapy, family counseling, individual sessions, telehealth, and beach therapy. Specialties include addiction recovery, senior mental health, and conflict resolution using evidence-based methods.
Do you offer emergency counseling services?
Yes, OCCC prioritizes urgent cases and often accommodates clients within 24 hours, depending on therapist availability.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
All sessions comply with HIPAA regulations, ensuring privacy. Information is only shared with written consent or in cases of imminent harm.
Can I attend therapy online?
Yes, OCCC offers secure telehealth sessions for all services, maintaining the same quality of care as in-person visits.
What are your payment options?
Payment details are discussed during initial consultations. OCCC works with clients to accommodate financial needs and insurance coverage.
How do I choose the right therapist?
OCCC offers initial consultations to match clients with therapists based on specialty areas like couples counseling, teen support, or anxiety treatment.
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