SPECIALIZED CHILD THERAPISTS FOR AGES 3-14 IN ORANGE COUNTY, CA

Freedom to Play,

Courage to Grow.

Play. Embrace. Bloom.

Parenting isn’t easy—and when your child is struggling, it can feel even harder.

You’re doing your best, but supporting your child’s emotions can sometimes feel overwhelming.

Maybe your child is...

▫️ Acting out at home or having frequent meltdowns.

▫️ Feeling anxious about school or social situations.

▫️ Struggling with focus and getting frustrated easily.

▫️ Withdrawing from family and friends.

▫️ Feeling overwhelmed by big emotions they can’t express.

And as a parent, you might feel...

▪️ Helpless trying to figure out what’s really going on.

▪️ Guilty when your patience runs out, even though you’re trying your best.

▪️ Worried that something deeper might be affecting your child’s well-being.

▪️ Exhausted from trying every strategy without seeing lasting change.

The bright side is,

you don’t have to navigate this alone.

At Embracing Journey, we specialize in helping children build emotional regulation, resilience, and self-confidence through Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT). We also support parents through consultations to better understand and connect with their child’s unique needs.

Whether your child is facing anxiety, behavioral challenges, or low self-esteem, we’re here to support your family’s journey with heart, clarity, and evidence-based care.

👉 Ready to see a change?

This is not JUST playing-it’s a profound process of expression, healing, and self-discovery.

🎨 Our Therapeutic Approach

Using Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), we create a safe and nurturing environment where children can express themselves, process emotions, and develop coping skills—all through the natural language of play. Learn more

After completing CCPT, your child will experience:

  1. A broader perspective and deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.

  2. Increased self-confidence and a stronger sense of self-worth.

  3. A richer emotional vocabulary, allowing for better expression and understanding of feelings.

  4. Improved ability to regulate emotions and cope with challenges.

And as a parent, you will:

  1. Gain a clearer perspective on your child's unique needs and challenges.

  2. Leave feeling more confident and equipped with practical strategies to support your child at home.

  3. Experience a sense of reassurance from having a collaborative plan tailored to your family's dynamics.

  4. Feel validated and supported, knowing that you have a compassionate partner in your child’s growth journey.

Because every child’s journey deserves to be embraced.

📍 Serving Tustin and Surrounding Areas

Located in Tustin, CA, we proudly offer services to families in:

  • Irvine

  • Santa Ana

  • Orange

  • Newport Beach

  • Costa Mesa

  • And surrounding Orange County communities