I am a mental health therapist who is based in Orange County, CA. I received my B.A in psychology and social behavior at the University of California, Irvine. My area of study there centered on psychological and neurological functions of a person and how this contributes to each person's unique life experiences. I went on to receive my M.A for social welfare from the University of California, Los Angeles. My area of concentration there were health and mental health across the lifespan. My previous research centered around looking at rates of burnout and compassion fatigue in different work settings. I have also been involved in research centering around how adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can affect an individual's stress response and how individuals with higher ACEs are more likely to have more negative physical health outcomes later in life. My specialty areas involve working with clients who have gone through different traumas and helping clients adapt, cope and grow. I believe that every client is uniquely different so I tailor my therapeutic modalities to the client's presenting needs. I enjoy my role in helping individuals achieve the best version of themselves. In my free time, I love keeping my mind and body active with physical fitness, reading, being out in nature, traveling and spending time with my dog.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session together, clients can expect it to be a bit of a data collection session where I would collect demographics, information on the client's background, childhood, current social support system, current situation, and strengths. We would typically start the session with identifying the presenting problem that is causing the client the current distress and malfunctions then end with measurable goals to be accomplished in therapy.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My biggest strengths are my ability to see the light in the darkness, and at the same time, also be able to sit with client in the dark as needed. I always will start where the client is at, and build on their power. I like to empower my clients to make a change in their life and to take charge of their circumstances. I’m good with helping clients filter out the chaos and achieving more clarity and self assurance.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

At this time, I am accepting adult clients only (18 years and older). Thank you.

About Tina Nguyen Wolff