Journeys Counseling Ministry

Journeys Counseling Ministry Journeys Counseling Ministry is a non-profit Christian Counseling Center that provides Individual, Couples and Family Therapy.

Our specialties include EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and Psychological Testing.

Meet Maddie!⁠Maddie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who loves walking alongside individuals, couples, and fa...
09/05/2025

Meet Maddie!⁠
Maddie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who loves walking alongside individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges. She specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, and helping couples build stronger connections. 💙⁠
When she’s not in session, you’ll find her at family game night, hiking with her dog, or cozying up with coffee and a good book. ⁠
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✨ Today is National Forgiveness Day.⁠Forgiveness is a gift we give ourselves—it lightens our hearts and opens the door t...
09/01/2025

✨ Today is National Forgiveness Day.⁠
Forgiveness is a gift we give ourselves—it lightens our hearts and opens the door to healing. ⁠
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💭 Which step toward forgiveness do you need most today: acknowledging, letting go, or practicing compassion?⁠
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Meet Melanie 🎶⛰️⁠Melanie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from ...
07/30/2025

Meet Melanie 🎶⛰️⁠
Melanie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and over 5 years of experience at Journeys Counseling.⁠
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She’s trained in EMDR and draws from multiple approaches—Client-Centered, Psychodynamic, and Gestalt—to meet her clients where they are. Her experience includes working with trauma, anxiety, depression, phobias, relationship challenges, substance use, and more.⁠
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With over 16 years of youth ministry experience and a past career in the TV and music industries, Melanie brings a unique blend of insight, empathy, and creativity to her work.⁠
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Outside the office, you’ll find her backpacking through the wilderness or behind a drum set. 🥁⁠
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Real healing begins where pretending ends.⁠We can’t heal what we won’t acknowledge—and sometimes the bravest thing we ca...
07/28/2025

Real healing begins where pretending ends.⁠
We can’t heal what we won’t acknowledge—and sometimes the bravest thing we can do is admit, “I’m not okay.”⁠
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This quote from Dr. Anita Phillips reminds us: honesty isn’t weakness. It’s the first step toward freedom. ⁠
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“I’m not qualified for this.”⁠“I don’t belong here.”⁠“They’ll figure out I’m a fraud.”⁠⁠If you’ve had thoughts like thes...
07/25/2025

“I’m not qualified for this.”⁠
“I don’t belong here.”⁠
“They’ll figure out I’m a fraud.”⁠
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If you’ve had thoughts like these, you’re not alone. Impostor syndrome is more common than you think—especially among high achievers and helping professionals.⁠
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In our latest blog, we’re breaking down what impostor syndrome really is, why it shows up, and practical ways to quiet the inner critic.⁠
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🔗 Tap the link in our bio to read: Coping with Impostor Syndrome – Tips for Professionals⁠
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Feeling mentally scattered? You’re not the only one. Midway through the month, it’s easy to feel like your thoughts are ...
07/23/2025

Feeling mentally scattered? You’re not the only one. Midway through the month, it’s easy to feel like your thoughts are all over the place. But the good news is—you don’t need a full reset to feel more grounded.⁠
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Try this: do a quick 5-minute brain dump 📝, step away from your screen for a short walk, and identify your top 3 priorities for the day. Small shifts like these can help you refocus and breathe a little easier. 🌿⁠
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Fresh Start. New Month. New Focus.⁠As we step into July, take a moment to pause and reflect:⁠✨ What’s one thing you’re f...
07/01/2025

Fresh Start. New Month. New Focus.⁠
As we step into July, take a moment to pause and reflect:⁠
✨ What’s one thing you’re focusing on for your mental or emotional well-being this month?⁠
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Drop it in the comments—we’re cheering you on. 💬👇⁠
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🧠 Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all—because you’re not.⁠⁠At Journeys Counseling, we offer a wide range of evidence-based a...
05/28/2025

🧠 Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all—because you’re not.⁠
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At Journeys Counseling, we offer a wide range of evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs, goals, and values.⁠
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Some of our specialties include:⁠
✨ Attachment-based⁠
✨ Christian Counseling⁠
✨ DBT & Mindfulness-based⁠
✨ Emotionally Focused⁠
✨ Gottman Method & Family Systems⁠
✨ Trauma-focused Therapy⁠
✨ And more⁠
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Whether you're navigating relationships, trauma, anxiety, or simply feeling stuck—we’re here to walk with you toward healing.⁠
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📍 In-person sessions available in Southern California & Dallas, TX⁠
💻 Virtual appointments available as well⁠
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Today, we pause to remember.⁠⁠In memory of those who sacrificed,⁠those who mourn,⁠and those still healing in silence—⁠we...
05/26/2025

Today, we pause to remember.⁠
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In memory of those who sacrificed,⁠
those who mourn,⁠
and those still healing in silence—⁠
we honor you.⁠
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Memorial Day is more than a moment of reflection.⁠
For many, it’s a tender reminder of loss, love, and lingering pain.⁠
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If today feels heavy, know this:⁠
You don’t have to carry it alone.⁠
Your grief matters. Your healing matters.⁠
And we’re here to support you—whenever you're ready.⁠
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You’re allowed to be strong and still need support.⁠⁠You don’t have to carry it all in silence.⁠Asking for help doesn’t ...
05/23/2025

You’re allowed to be strong and still need support.⁠
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You don’t have to carry it all in silence.⁠
Asking for help doesn’t make you weak—it makes you human.⁠
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Whether it’s stress, burnout, or just feeling numb...⁠
You’re not alone. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.⁠
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📍 Journeys Counseling is here when you’re ready.⁠
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🧠 Mental Health Tip: Name what you’re feeling.⁠⁠When emotions feel overwhelming, try this:⁠⁠👉 “I feel ______ because ___...
05/22/2025

🧠 Mental Health Tip: Name what you’re feeling.⁠
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When emotions feel overwhelming, try this:⁠
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👉 “I feel ______ because ______.”⁠
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Naming your emotion is the first step toward managing it.⁠
It gives your brain clarity—and your body a chance to breathe.⁠
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Even a simple:⁠
“I feel anxious because I have too much on my plate,”⁠
can bring relief and make the next step clearer.⁠
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You don’t have to ignore your feelings to move forward.⁠
You just have to start by noticing them.⁠
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🛑 It’s okay to say no without guilt.⁠📵 It’s okay to take time to recharge.⁠🗣️ It’s okay to speak up when something doesn...
05/19/2025

🛑 It’s okay to say no without guilt.⁠
📵 It’s okay to take time to recharge.⁠
🗣️ It’s okay to speak up when something doesn’t feel right.⁠
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Boundaries aren’t walls—they’re bridges to healthier relationships, greater peace, and deeper self-respect.⁠
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If setting boundaries feels hard, you’re not alone. We can help.⁠
📍 Learn more at the link in bio.⁠
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Address

1700 Adams Avenue, Ste 214
Costa Mesa, CA
92626

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 9pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 9pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+17149571973

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