Michelle Cortez

Accepting Clients

Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I’m an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) practicing under the supervision of a (LMFT)

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in Newport, CA
Supervised by Maria J Quiroz

Services

  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

I work with children, couples, and families navigating some of life's most tender and complex moments. Whether you're facing the pain of infidelity, struggling through the challenges of reunification or coping with the impact of parental alienation, I'm here to support you with compassion, clarity and respect.

My Background and Approach

I have 2 years of experience in trauma informed care working for a nonprofit for adolescents and families with moderate to severe needs. My approach includes: CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, ERP, etc. I gently guide you with compassion and care, fostering trust and connection every step of the way.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

Other Techniques

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Child Issues Family Conflict Marriage Counseling

Other Issues

  • Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Body Image Issues
  • Child Issues
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse or Assault
  • Sexual Problems
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues

Client Focus

Languages
English

Qualifications

License
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, State of California · #146795
Supervision
Supervised by Maria J Quiroz
Years in practice
1 year

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

1001 Dove Street
STE 270
Newport, CA 92660
5627746787
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 33.6594525°, -117.8648042°

At A Glance

  • Experience: 1 year of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $250 - 350/session

Info

Email Michelle
1001 Dove Street
STE 270
Newport, CA 92660

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