Counseling in Aliso Viejo, CA. Find the Right Therapist.

I feel very lucky. My clients invite me into their lives, often sharing personal and sometimes painful experiences. Despite the concerns the individuals, couples, and families face, I am grateful to offer support, hope, and I am impressed by their courage.

Coming to therapy can be a vulnerable experience, which is why I aim to provide a safe, supportive, empathetic environment. I will help you recognize your strengths in order to overcome your obstacles. Together we can work towards making positive changes in your life.

Finding one's way through the stormy days and nights sometimes requires a highly experienced guide. Self-limiting thoughts and feelings can be overcome. Joy and love can be realized by means of a skillful blending of Eastern and Western modalities.

I help couples and individuals break free from the cycles holding them back and unlock new possibilities. When life feels stuck—when anxiety, depression, disorders, or trauma get in the way—it’s easy to repeat the same patterns. Change is possible.

Grey Matters Intl & Dr. Kevin Fleming(cited expert for NY Times, CNN, Fortune, Sporting News)is all about bold thinking & neuroscience innovation in getting mood/behavior change when shrinking,feel good self-help, and pills aren't cutting it. Indiv/couples/family.

I can help you gain freedom from addiction, get back control, and start living the life you want. If the short-term escape is no longer worth the long-term damage, we can work together to find a new way forward, building confidence, clarity, and connection.

Dr. Alia Kaneaiakala at Phoenix Rising Behavioral has extensive experience as a practicing therapist and clinician treating addiction and mental health conditions. Dr. Kaneiakala will provide an individualized treatment plan for your unique needs and conditions.