About OCMHA
“I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” -Carl Jung
Our Practice & Core Values
Parenting in this day and age is at a whole new level of struggle. As a parent you are worried that your child will develop the necessary social skills and life skills to be able to handle the everyday stresses of life. All you want is your child to be happy and independent. Our aim here at OCMHA is to help your teen develop the skills necessary to deal with their feelings of anxiety, depression, loneliness, and isolation. We want you as a parent to know that you are fully supported through the difficult journey of parenting. We want to help guide you and your family in this journey through a collaborative and authentic style of treatment.
Meet Ryan, M.A., LMFT
Ryan received his M.A. in Couples and Family Therapy from Alliant International University in 2013. Ryan is familiar with a diverse range of therapeutic theories and techniques; however, he believes in an individualized and unique treatment plan for every client. Ryan’s clinical experience includes working with individuals suffering from substance abuse issues in a residential facility, individuals with severe mental illnesses at an outpatient community mental health center, facilitating a caregiver support group for individuals diagnosed with chronic illnesses, and adolescents/adults in an inpatient hospital setting. In addition to his work in private practice, Ryan serves as the Clinical Director of the Living Success Center, a community mental health nonprofit in Orange County.
Ryan focuses his clinical work on adolescents and helping them achieve their personal, academic, social, and athletic goals. Born and raised in Orange County, he understand the pressure and expectations that these young adults encounter on a daily basis. Ryan believes that each individual is capable of achieving their aspirations and he works with them on eliminating the roadblocks that are impeding their progress.
Adolescence is a difficult and stressful period for the teenager and their families. Psychotherapy can be a great tool for a teenager to work through his or her conflicts as they make the difficult transition into adulthood. Ryan’s extensive clinical experience and education assists these young adults in overcoming these temporary impediments and accomplishing their goals.
Our Team
Eric Foti
Eric has worked in the field of mental health and addiction for over 20 years. Eric specializes in treating substance use disorders, anxiety and depression, trauma, and clients with dual diagnosis. Eric uses his wealth of knowledge and experience incorporating a variety of modalities and approaches in his practice including mindfulness based cognitive therapy, family of origin, and EMDR. Eric believes in the individual’s unique ability to heal oneself from within through self-awareness and introspection. By exploring the impact of maladaptive behaviors, Eric assists each client to uncover the answers that are more closely aligned with their goals.
Cesar Pacheco
Read more about Cesar. Coming Soon.
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Get In Touch
Phone: (949) 297-6072
Fax: (949) 423-7728
Office Location
1560 Brookhollow Drive, Suite 216
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Send Us An Email
hello@ocmha.com