Are you struggling with anxiety? Have you been experiencing obsessive thoughts or having frequent panic attacks?

My name is Michelle Malloy and I am a licensed psychotherapist in Orange County. I have over twenty years of experience working with individuals, children, adolescents, and families.

HELP IS AVAILABLE

I work actively with clients to help them create change. I seek to provide an environment which enhances your understanding of yourself, as I believe that people can and do make important and positive changes based on this insight and by the process of seeking to acquire it.

Therapy is a special opportunity to be understood by another person. When we feel understood by another, we are more able to untangle the issues that lead us into treatment in the first place. This can help us to develop ourselves and our lives more fully.

I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Response Prevention with a warm, genuine and collaborative style to help people work towards change. I have specialized training in managing anxiety disorders and have graduated from the general, child, and advanced BTTI programs from the OCD Foundation, allowing me to offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Response Prevention for OCD and related anxiety disorders. I am certified in Maternal Mental Health from Postpartum Support International for managing Perinatal Mood Disorders making me especially qualified in treating Maternal Mental Health and Perinatal OCD, Anxiety, and Depression. I am also EMDR trained with a specialization in Maternal Mental Health. I am also SPACE trained to assist parents in learning how to manage their children’s anxiety more effectively.

Services

  • Obsessions and Compulsions

  • Panic Attacks/Disorder

  • Health Concerns

  • Phobias and Extreme Fear

  • Social Anxiety, Shyness, and Social Awkwardness

  • Depression and Sadness

  • Eating Disorders/Issues

  • Maternal Mental Health

  • Body Dysmorphia, Body Issues, Skin Picking

  • Trauma

  • Relationship Dissatisfaction

  • LGBTQ+ issues

  • Procrastination and Motivation Problems

  • Addiction/Substance Abuse

  • Christian Therapy

Upcoming events

  • Group Therapy

    Mondays 6:00-7:00PM

    GOAL Based Therapy Group (Must preregister)

  • More to Come

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    Each year, the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) sponsors “One Million Steps For OCD” walks (https://iocdf.org/programs/ocd-walk/) around the country to bring together members of the local OCD communities to raise awareness, hope, and funds to the support the important programs of the IOCDF and partnering local affiliates, including OCD Southern California!

    Join OCD SoCal for our “One Million Steps For OCD” walks in San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange County, or Inland Empire in the month of June to raise awareness, hope, and funds to the support the IOCDF and OCD Southern California!

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  • Appearances

    Michelle is available for speaking engagements and workshops. She has done presentations on anxiety management for The County of Orange, The Assistance League, Econolite and more. Michelle served as co-therapist to Dr. Reid Wilson in his 2 day treatment program for OCD. Michelle also consults for Buzzfeed Video and LuciesList regarding mental health issues. Please call (714) 837-8997 for rates and availability.