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My name is Monica Huston and I started Irvine Family Counseling with a vision:
To see a world where individuals prosper, unhindered by past or present conflicts; to see a world where couples triumph over hardship, becoming the strongest unit of society; and to see a world where families come together, unseparated by trials or tribulations.
Therefore, it has become my mission to treat each client like my only client- providing them my fullest, undivided attention- and to treat each therapy session like it is my last one- delivering as much as I possibly can in one hour in order that: the world may be transformed one person and one hour at a time.
I recognized I couldn’t make this impact alone, so the team of therapists I hired follow this motto with me. WIth each session we conduct, we build towards a world where mental health stops no individual, couple or family from reaching their greatest potential.
Blending traditional and Modern therapy
We offer a psychoanalytic approach that goes beyond surface-level understanding, diving deep into the unconscious forces shaping our thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. Our mission is to help individuals uncover the root causes of emotional struggles, gain profound insight into underlying patterns, and facilitate meaningful transformation through self-awareness and healing.
Our team of experienced psychoanalysts and psychotherapists is trained in the rich tradition of psychoanalysis, focusing on how early experiences, unconscious conflicts, and repressed emotions continue to influence current patterns of thought and behavior. Through a collaborative therapeutic process, we guide clients to explore past experiences, uncover hidden aspects of the self, and address unresolved conflicts that may hinder emotional well-being.
In psychoanalysis, we believe that the mind is dynamic and that symptoms like anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties often stem from unconscious processes. By offering a safe, reflective space, we empower clients to explore their inner world without judgment, allowing repressed emotions to surface and internal conflicts to resolve.
Whether you're seeking self-understanding, healing from past trauma, or working to improve your relationships, we are here to support you in navigating the complexities of the unconscious mind and unlocking your fullest potential. At [Your Practice Name], we are honored to walk alongside you in your journey of self-discovery and transformation.
Our Ethical Commitment to You
We take great care to ensure our actions are ethical and legal at all times, such that the Ethic Committees (AAMFT/ CAMFT), the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS), and other therapists acting in our shoes would approve.
Our relationship will benefit you
Personalized, one-on-one therapy designed to address your unique challenges. Whether dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, we provide a safe space for healing and personal growth.
We do not further our own interests
Our professional relationship with you is not an opportunity to exert our own influence. We monitor our effectiveness and take steps to improve when necessary.
We stay in our lane of competence
We do not assess, test, or diagnose, treat, or advise on problems beyond the level of my competence as determined by our education, training, and experience.
We respect your autonomy
We respect your choices and work jointly with you to develop and review treatment plans that are consistent with your goals.
We do not abandon you
We terminate with you using sound clinical judgment and in an appropriate manner by assisting you with making reasonable arrangements for your continued treatment.
We document responsibly
We record significant and appropriate information and respect your right to access your treatment records
We don’t take advantage of your finances
We offer flat rates regardless of socioeconomic status and may offer financial accommodations based on need.
We consult and refer when necessary
Using non-identifying information to protect our client’s privacy, we do this to improve our skills when it will benefit our work with our clients.
We stay current with the research
We stay abreast of changes within the field, maintain relevant standards of scholarship, and present accurate information.
We defend you
When appropriate we advocate for your mental health care and will challenge denials of care, or denials of payment for your care, by insurers.
We keep our therapy private
Your personal experiences do not belong to us. If we have to share your experiences with a third party, we will inform you of the extent and limits of what is shared.
We take our therapy hat off sometimes
Sometimes we disclose personal information honestly and in ways that you can best understand which are not for reasons of our personal interest or gain.
