Reviews from Clients
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“There really isn’t enough I can say about working with Stephanie. I feel that whatever I say won’t do her justice, but I’ll try.
-Arlene G.
“I sought assistance with how to deal with my father who was suffering from multiple health issues, an intimate relationship and other family items. Not only did she provide insight on the situation, I learned a lot more about myself! I was really heard which is a gift, she gave me options, ideas, empathy and compassion. I found great relief and real options but understanding better how I operated, unearthed a lot of heavy baggage and I felt empowered. I am grateful for the therapy I received!”
-Shelley M.
“I worked with Stephanie Gonzales, MFT off and on over a period of several years, as she helped me navigate different phases of my life. Stephanie used her professional expertise and skills, scientific knowledge, common sense, experience and compassion to guide me to a healthier and more fulfilling way of living. A few of the things Stephanie helped me to deal with were my internal homophobia, coming out to family and friends, and reconciling my sexuality with my spiritual life. Later, I returned for help with various relationship issues, both through individual and couples therapy. In addition to providing expert guidance, Stephanie helped me to improve my own emotional and interpersonal skills. She made every effort to be as effective as possible, such as the time she did research on my culture in order to better understand my background and me. I always found Stephanie to be warm, safe and easy to talk to, while her advice was sound, personal and practical.”
-Lie S.
“Stephanie helped me through difficult situations in my life. She is a good listener, gives honest feedback, does not judge and genuinely cares to see her clients improve. Stephanie provides insight and feedback which helped me grow as a person. She also provides worksheets and homework to continue my work at home. During our sessions I learned how to not only deal with my current situation but also how to take what I learned in therapy and apply those tools to future life challenges. I highly recommend Stephanie as a therapist – she is ethical and there when you need her.”
-Teresa S.
“First went to Stephanie for help with a problem relationship. Although this choice had been initiated by my partner, I was the one who stayed working with Stephanie. Not only did I work on relationship and identity issues, I learned much about myself! How and why I made the choices that I did and how to learn to have greater control over my choices and decisions. I learned about myself! I hadn’t realized just how big an impact my past had on how I was currently choosing to live. Stephanie knew when to push and when to go easy…I always felt comfortable and secure. I appreciated very much that she knew me and incorporated aspects of my faith into our sessions. She also taught me how to journal and the value of journaling. Who knew that unlined pages in a journal could make such a difference!!!
I continued to see Stephanie occasionally after I was “finished”. I referred to these as little tune-ups, very helpful!! Stephanie knew me, knew my history and was able to offer valuable insight and recommendations to me during these times. For anyone inquiring, I would highly recommend Stephanie Gonzales, MFT, for a caring and professional therapist!”
-RK, female, Orange County, CA
“Stephanie helped me through difficult situations in my life. She is a good listener, gives honest feedback, does not judge and genuinely cares to see her clients improve. Stephanie provides insight and feedback which helped me grow as a person. She also provides worksheets and homework to continue my work at home. During our sessions I learned how to not only deal with my current situation but also how to take what I learned in therapy and apply those tools to future life challenges. I highly recommend Stephanie as a therapist – she is ethical and there when you need her.”
-Teresa S.