JC Pattugalan
Hello and welcome! My name is JC and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Southern California. I am currently a Marriage and Family Therapy Ph.D. candidate specializing in Medical Family Therapy at Northcentral University. I obtained my Masters in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University, Orange County. I operate from a combination of a Patient-Centered approach to therapy wherein I meet my patients where they are at while implementing a Biopsychosocial approach which allows me to comprehensively examine the interplay of biological, psychological, and social elements to understand health, illness, and the delivery of healthcare for my patients and their presenting concerns.
Since 2015, I have provided a number of specialized therapeutic services to those dealing with life’s most complex and difficult matters.
First session
Initial sessions are where my patients and I are able to establish therapeutic rapport. During this time, my patients have the opportunity to share what either prompted them to seek therapy or what led to their return to therapy, explore what goals they want their individualized therapy session to focus on and how I can support my patients in attaining their goals.
Strengths
Since 2015, I have provided a number of specialized therapeutic services to those dealing with life’s most complex and difficult matters. Patient well-being is my number one priority. I provide unparalleled psychotherapy catered to each of my patients' specific needs. I commend you for having the strength to reach out for help as it is not always easy. Together we will work through your unique situation so that you can attain your therapy goals and find the best in yourself.
Ideal clients
While I specialize in working with patients diagnosed with chronic illness experiencing anxiety and/or depression, as well as with Active Duty, Retired Military & Veterans, and Law Enforcement, I work with a range of patients from 7 to 65+ years of age. I have extensive experience working with ADHD, anxiety, behavioral issues, depression, developmental and learning disabilities, grief, and PTSD.
Treatment methods
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Since 2015, I have provided a number of specialized therapeutic services to those dealing with life’s most complex and difficult matters. Patient well-being is my number one priority. I provide unparalleled psychotherapy catered to each of my patients' specific needs. More specifically, over the past 4 years, my specialization shifted to working with patients diagnosed with a chronic illness. As a Medical Family Therapist, I work collaboratively with both the patient and his or her healthcare provider(s) to develop an effective treatment plan that will help optimize the patient's amenability to treatment to help improve the patient's quality of life. I commend you for having the strength to reach out for help as it is not always easy. Together we will work through your unique situation so that you can attain your therapy goals and find the best in yourself.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions2922 E Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92869, Suite 201-D