Dr. Karin Celosse , CA Psychologist 29839

At this time Dr. Karin Celosse does not offer phone or video sessions, though live chat can be discussed once therapy begins and a schedule can be arranged that suits both parties.

Dr. Celosse recognizes that asking for help is often one of the most difficult steps, and she approaches the work believing that reaching out reflects resilience and strength. She partners with clients when they feel overwhelmed, confused, or stuck, helping them identify what is getting in the way of a more fulfilling life and supporting them in choosing and practicing meaningful changes. Her style is client-centered and strengths-based - she treats each person as the expert on their own needs while offering guidance and gentle challenge when useful.

Based in the Orange County area of California, Dr. Celosse is a licensed clinical psychologist - CA Psychologist 29839 indicates her California license number. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and the psychological effects of chronic medical conditions, and she has particular experience with substance use disorders, work-related trauma experienced by first responders and military personnel, severe and persistent mental illness, mood disorders, and helping individuals reintegrate after incarceration.

Her background includes extensive work in community mental health and forensic settings including state prison and probation, as well as experience with homelessness and substance abuse. Before entering the mental health field she worked for more than a decade as a medic and field training officer in emergency medical services, providing additional perspective on trauma and health-related mental health challenges. She employs a range of treatment methods, including Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), object-relations and existential approaches, humanistic and person-centered work, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and strength-based practices, and she can offer Psychological Testing and Evaluation as indicated.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify what matters most to them and take committed steps toward those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and challenges that involve avoidance or difficulty tolerating uncomfortable internal experiences.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist supports the client’s own ability to discover solutions and make meaningful choices. This approach can be particularly useful for building self-esteem, exploring identity, and navigating life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it effective for anxiety, mood disorders, and many day-to-day problems that benefit from structured skill-building.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative part of the work. Dr. Celosse will work with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and will adapt methods so that therapy feels useful and aligned with what the client wants to achieve.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, accommodate differing comfort levels with communication, and maintain continuity of care across locations while working with licensed professionals and therapists who can tailor the work to individual circumstances.