I love this place. The staff are so friendly and helpful. The courses have changed my life in so…read moremany ways. I honestly don't know what I would have done without the knowledge from the courses I've taken. So many of life's mysteries have been solved for me, and I have tools to handle anything that comes at me in the day to day, from organizational tools for my work to understanding human behavior so that I can predict people's actions. If you want answers that you don't have, if you want to just feel better or achieve goals you can't seem to achieve, whatever you need...there's definitely something for you at the Mission.

I was referred to the South Coast Mission for counseling after my dad passed away unexpectedly. I…read morewas in terrible shape, thinking about death and dying constantly and failing to recover from his loss, even after a long time passed. Thanks to excellent care and counseling from Sue, Kim and the staff, I was able to deal with the loss on my own terms and begin to live my life in a way that would honor his memory. I also took classes to learn more about being more effective in all aspects of my life. I became a better and happier person than I was even prior to my dad's death! I improved relationships with my friends, my partner, and my job. The staff really listened to ME as a person. I also want to note that the environment is LGBTQ-friendly and I felt welcomed at every turn.

I have spoken at length with Chris who is in charge for my therapy. He's a fun guy, likes music and…read morelots of the things that have been helpful for me.

Poorly structured program claimed to be in network/ covered by my Anthem PPO but was not…read more Therapists canceled group often, spent most of my time on a couch watching tv. Very little access to the psychiatris, who we met with via zoom.

I am so grateful for my time at OCR. I started my time there quite broken, but over time I was…read morefortified by the community of others in the course with me, as well as by some of the exceptional staff. My healing there was jumpstarted by having Katie as my case manager, and by the groups that she facilitated that brought up very important discussions that other facilitators did not. I got to talk with my peers about things that I thought i carried alone for my whole life. Katie encouraged me to share my story when i had been so hesitant before, and the response i got from others in the program was profound and very helpful. My time in Katie's office and in her facilitated sessions were a tremendous help to me and i will miss going back so badly. My therapist Leah was absolutely wonderful - she also encouraged me to share my story and was wonderfully supportive through my time at OCR. I also very much enjoyed the sessions that she facilitated. She helped me with some impossibly difficult events currently happening in my life and showed deep care and concern and willingness to help. Anthony was also very kind and caring, when he had no obligation to be. One thing left me wanting though. We were regularly asked for feedback from OCR as to what we'd like to see changed and i never saw OCR take any of our responses to heart. The Women's Group session hosted by Jenna was one of my favorite parts of the week (she is amazing). I regularly asked to have women's group more than once a week. So did many of the women in session with me. Never happened. Multiple patients and i also asked for time to break off into smaller discussion groups, as the "lecture" classes can get tedious. We benefited so much more from more intimidate discussion. I voiced this at least twice when asked directly what i'd like to see changed, and the others in the session agreed that they'd like to see those changes, and nothing ever came of it.

Poorly run. Place stinks of smoke and mildew. Staff were generally unfriendly. They will admit…read moreanyone into this program which is clearly meant to treat drug addiction, even if you are not using drugs or have a completely unrelated issue. 12 step model treatment where 30 people crammed into a room where most of the clients are sleeping and consistently going in and out of the room during the group. Unorganized.

We've done to D Kathy for years and she is awesome counselor: listens, organizes the convo, and…read moretakes good notes. Although she specializes in affairs, you don't need to have this happen to get value from her therapy

I have had the pleasure of crossing paths and working with Dr. Nickerson on creative projects since…read more2009! She is an absolutely wonderful individual who is so easy to collaborate with. I have been a Graphic Designer for 15 years and she is definitely one of my most favorite clients! I always look forward to more creative opportunities with her!

Nilou is such a genuine and kind person. From the moment you sit down with her, you feel completely…read moresafe, seen, and understood. She has such a warm, calming presence and a way of really making sure you feel like you truly matter. She's incredibly insightful and thoughtful, and you can feel how deeply she cares for her clients. She is truly brilliant and intuitive. She will always be one step ahead, anticipating your needs and guiding you with so much insight and understanding. You will always feel supported, respected, and genuinely cared for. I can't recommend her enough, you'll be in the BEST hands!!

Nilou, Thank you for creating a safe and comfortable space…read morefor me to explore my thoughts and feelings. I truly value the sincere support you show me. You are a blessing.

Nationwide Recovery Centers is a great program full of caring and understanding staff! I would 100%…read morerecommend this place!

I had a loved one entering a recovery center in OC. She spent one week here for her detox. I want…read moreyou all to know that it was a very positive experience. The staff was attentive and knew how to handle any situation. All along preparing her for the next step. It was a quick move in so they stepped up and assisted by providing the toiletries she needed during her stay. Much appreciated since I live 3 hours away. Thank you!

Hyland & Associates is a wonderful counseling practice in Irvine. The practice provides a…read morewelcoming, professional, and supportive environment, and the therapists genuinely take the time to understand each client's individual needs and goals. The associates who are supervised by Tammy are extremely knowledgeable and professional and motivated to support their clients. I would highly recommend Hyland & Associates to anyone looking for compassionate, professional counseling in the Irvine area.

While meeting with Tammy I found the grounding and peace I was looking for. I felt very heard and…read moreunderstood. I walked out of session one with a huge weight lifted knowing there was a path forward and progress to be made.

I recently had the opportunity to work with Flora for 6 weeks in private sessions and I must say,…read moreit was an incredible experience. From the very start, Flora provided excellent assessments of what my needs were and tailored her approach to my specific requirements. The intake process was great, as she paid close attention not only to my physical condition, but most of all mental, and spiritual well-being. During the sessions, she paid close attention to my form during exercises and also took the time to explain the importance and difference of each movement in yoga and its function. Then suggested appropriate modifications. She also provided a wonderful introduction to the philosophy of yoga, which was very insightful. She always followed up with detailed notes and suggestions to help me improve my practice even further. Flora even suggested tools to help me with my physical condition (carpal tunnel) which was incredibly thoughtful. What I appreciated most about Flora was her great knowledge and kindness. She has a wealth of resources and was always available to answer my questions or address any concerns. She created a custom meditation practice for me to use as part of the bedtime ritual, which has been incredibly helpful. Flora is an excellent and kind guide practitioner. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work with her and dive into yoga practice with even more increased awareness. Thank you, Flora.

Took my first private lesson with Flora today. It's different kind of yoga, more spiritual and…read moretherapeutic. She has this calm aura about her--her voice and her guided meditation throughout the Restorative Yoga session was just what I needed on Monday afternoon. This was also my first time experiencing singing bowls, she gave me a brief explanation on its purpose, background, it made me feel at ease. If you are used to doing yoga as a workout, you have to try this. We are so used to "go go go! Push yourself harder! Do more!" kind of culture today. This goes beyond toning the body, but it awakens your body and awareness, and treating your inner peace.