Psychotherapy in Brea, CA
Conversational, collaborative sessions focused on insight and real strategies, with room for a little laughter along the way.
Psychotherapy is talk-based care that helps you understand what's going on and find practical ways to handle it. At Peaceful Presence, sessions are conversational and collaborative, focused on insight and real strategies. Therapy can stand on its own or pair with medication management. I see patients in person in Brea and by secure video across California.
- Conversational and collaborative
- Insight plus practical strategies
- On its own or with medication management
- In person in Brea or by video across California
What therapy here looks like
Therapy is a space to talk through what's weighing on you with someone who listens closely and responds honestly. We look at patterns in how you think, feel, and react, and why they show up.
Insight alone isn't the goal. We also work on strategies you can use between sessions, in the moments that are hardest for you.
Who therapy can help
You don't need a crisis to start. Many people come because they want things to feel better than they do.
Stress, anxiety, and low mood
When worry, sadness, or irritability keep showing up, therapy helps you understand them and respond differently.
Life changes and relationships
Work changes, parenting, loss, and relationship strain are easier to work through with support.
People already on medication
Medication can help with symptoms. Therapy adds the skills and understanding to build on it.
How I approach therapy
Sessions feel like a real conversation, not a script. I'll ask questions, share what I notice, and suggest strategies that fit your life.
Because I'm also a psychiatric nurse practitioner, therapy can sit alongside medication management in one plan, with the same provider for both. If a specialized therapy would serve you better, I'll tell you and help you find it.
If you are in crisis, call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or call 911.
What to expect
- 01
A free 15-minute call
No pressure and no commitment. Tell me what's going on, ask your questions, and we'll see together if this is the right next step.
- 02
A first session to get to know you
We talk about what brought you in, what you want to change, and how therapy could help.
- 03
Regular sessions
Conversations that build insight and practical strategies, in person or by video.
- 04
Check in on progress
We review together what's helping and adjust the focus as your goals change.
Questions, answered.
A real conversation is a good place to start.
It starts with a free 15-minute call. No pressure, no commitment.
Charles Scribner, PMHNP-BC · 2812 E Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA 92821 · Telehealth across California
This page is general education, not medical advice. Whether a treatment is right for you depends on a full evaluation.