PSYCHOTHERAPY IN NEWPORT BEACH
A place to understand what is holding you back, and begin moving forward.
Our Approach
Meaningful change begins with being understood.
You may know that something needs to change without knowing exactly where to begin. Anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, painful experiences or longstanding patterns can gradually affect how you feel, function and connect with others.
Psychotherapy offers a private place to understand what is happening beneath the surface and develop more satisfying ways of living and relating.
How We Work
Therapy shaped around the person.
No single approach is right for everyone. Our psychologists and therapists take time to understand your history, present concerns and goals before determining how therapy can best support you.
Depending on your needs, treatment may be insight-oriented, practical and skills-based, or combine both. What remains consistent is a thoughtful relationship and care tailored to the individual.
Who We Help
Care Across the Lifespan.
Children
Children often communicate distress through their behavior, emotions, relationships or performance at school. Therapy provides developmentally appropriate support while helping parents better understand and respond to their child’s needs.
Adolescents
Adolescence can bring anxiety, mood changes, academic pressure, family conflict and questions about identity or belonging. Therapy gives teenagers a private, supportive place to speak openly and develop greater confidence and emotional resilience.
Adults
Adult psychotherapy can help you understand emotional difficulties, improve relationships and examine patterns that may no longer be serving you. The work may address a particular concern or support deeper, longer-term change.
Areas of focus
Our team works with a broad range of concerns including:
Anxiety and worry
Depression and mood concerns
Relationship difficulties
Life transitions
Trauma, stress and burnout
Grief and loss
Self-esteem and identity
Parenting and family concerns
School related problems
Meet the Team
Explore our clinicians’ backgrounds, specialties, and approaches to care.
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![Aaron R. Montgomery, Psy.D., licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at OC Psychology Center in Newport Beach]()
Dr. Aaron Montgomery, Psy.D., ABSNP
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![Carrie Kimpton Heald Ph.D.., licensed psychologist at OC Psychology Center in Newport Beach]()
Dr. Carrie Kimpton Heald, Ph.D., Ed.S.
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![Deborah Naghi, Psy.D., licensed psychologist at OC Psychology Center in Newport Beach]()
Dr. Deborah Naghi, Psy.D., ABSNP
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![Brittany Bell, Ph.D., licensed psychologist at OC Psychology Center in Newport Beach]()
Dr. Brittany Bell, Ph.D.
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![Dr. Antonio Becerra Psy.D., licensed psychologist at OC Psychology Center in Newport Beach]()
Dr. Antonio Becerra, Psy.D.
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![Dr. Reem Qaqish, Psy.D. LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor at OC Psychology Center in Newport Beach]()
Dr. Reem Qaqish, Psy.D., LPCC
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![Poppy Peluce Fune, LCSW, licensed therapist at OC Psychology Center in Newport Beach]()
Poppy Peluce-Fune, LCSW
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![Cindy Ficken, LMFT, Licensed Therapist at OC Psychology Center in Newport Beach]()
Cindy Ficken, LMFT, LPCC
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![Rubi Lopez Becerra, LMFT, Licensed Therapist at OC Psychology Center in Newport Beach]()
Rubi Lopez Becerra, LMFT
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![Jennifer Heers, AMFT, Associate Therapist at OC Psychology Center in Newport Beach]()
Jennifer Heers, AMFT
NOT SURE WHERE TO BEGIN?
Start with a consultation.
Request a complimentary consultation to help us understand what brings you in and identify the most appropriate next step.