Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Therapy in Huntington Beach
Diana Marder, Psy. D is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience in providing compassionate, client-centered mental health care. Specializing in experiential and body-oriented psychotherapy techniques, including EMDR, Focusing-Oriented Therapy, and Integrative Body Psychotherapy, the practice helps clients overcome trauma, anxiety, and self-limiting patterns. With a foundation in Focusing methodology developed by Eugene Gendlin, the practice emphasizes accessing bodily-felt intuitive knowledge to facilitate personal growth.Located in Huntington Beach since 1992, the office offers a peaceful environment with specialized workshops and support groups to enhance therapeutic outcomes. The practice combines academic expertise from Harvard University training with advanced certifications in multiple therapeutic modalities to deliver personalized care.
Services
Psychotherapy
EMDR Therapy
Focusing Techniques
Support Groups
Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical experience since 1989
- Specialized training in EMDR and Focusing techniques
- Personalized approach combining multiple therapeutic modalities
- Supportive office environment with natural elements
- Workshops led by certified Focusing trainer since 1992
Services
Psychotherapy
Individualized mental health treatment combining evidence-based techniques to address anxiety, trauma, and emotional challenges. Our approach emphasizes client self-discovery through structured therapeutic dialogue. Sessions help clients develop coping strategies while exploring root causes of distress in a supportive environment.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized trauma resolution technique using bilateral stimulation to process distressing memories. This method helps reduce emotional distress from past experiences while developing healthier coping mechanisms. Sessions follow standardized protocols for effective trauma processing and symptom reduction.
Focusing Workshops
Structured group learning experiences teaching body-mind connection techniques. Participants learn to access intuitive knowledge through bodily sensations in a supportive setting. Workshops include practical exercises for personal growth and improved emotional regulation through guided practice sessions.
Support Groups
Bi-monthly peer connection groups emphasizing active listening and shared experiences. Members practice Focusing techniques together while receiving structured guidance. Groups provide ongoing support for maintaining therapeutic progress between individual sessions through collaborative learning.
Phone Therapy
Telehealth options for clients preferring distance therapy through secure phone sessions. This service maintains therapeutic continuity for established clients needing flexible scheduling. Sessions follow the same structured approach as in-person visits with adapted delivery methods.
People
Diana Marder
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with 30+ years experience specializing in experiential therapy. Harvard-trained PhD with advanced certifications in EMDR, Focusing, and body-oriented psychotherapy. Certified Focusing trainer since 1992 with extensive teaching experience in graduate psychology programs.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
We specialize in EMDR, Focusing-Oriented Psychotherapy, and Integrative Body Psychotherapy for trauma resolution and personal growth.
How does Focusing therapy work?
Focusing helps access bodily-felt intuitive knowledge to resolve emotional blocks through structured self-inquiry techniques developed by Eugene Gendlin.
Do you offer group therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide Focusing support groups and bi-monthly workshops for ongoing therapeutic development and peer connection.
What are your office hours?
Please contact us directly for appointment scheduling as hours vary based on client needs.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Phone Focusing sessions are available for clients seeking remote therapeutic support options.
