Individuals, Couples, Family Counseling & Coaching

How we can help: Many of our clients come in wanting direction with emotions, life, relationships, etc. After spending time with their therapist, clients begin to feel like the therapist has their back. When you like your therapist you are able to work on anything with them.

We work to provide a safe environment where individuals, couples and families can come to work on their concerns that can include life changes, employment stressors, anxiety, depression, spiritual health and relational challenges.

We encourage people to move at their own pace so as to listen for the space where change can occur. We incorporate Narrative, Solution Focused, Internal Family Systems and Post Modern Therapies in the way we conceptualize our work.

We have done extensive work with gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer, questioning and transgender populations including working with their respective families. This includes addressing concerns such as trust, conflict, loss, abuse and transition in relationships. We also work with LGBTQ Allies, kink and poly communities.

We encourage taking a stance against the stated problem so a unity can be formed to over come it. 

Located in Costa Mesa and near: Westminster, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Newport Beach, Santa Ana

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Flyer for a support group for chronic pain and illness, meeting every other Saturday from 10am to 11am via Zoom, $20 per session, facilitated by Alicia Guerrero, inclusive for all genders and ages 18 and up.

Current Process Group Offerings

All Group Facilitators are employed by The Nest Counseling Center, INC.

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Chronic Pain & Illness Support Group: Led by Alicia Guerrero, AMFT. This is a fantastic group for people who struggle with chronic pain/illness and would like support without shame. Contact: GuerreroMentalHealth@gmail.com

Women’s Mental Health Processing Group: Led by Alicia Guerrero, AMFT. This Group focuses on prevalent women’s mental health struggles and provides practical coping skills while creating a safe environment for women to have community. Contact: GuerreroMentalHealth@gmail.com

Neuroqueer Group: A mental health group for LGBTQ+ individuals (18+) who identify as neurodivergent. This group provides a safe space to explore neurodiversity, build skills, expand strengths and gain community. No diagnosis required - all are welcome! Group topics change weekly and are geared towards the group members. Must live in California. Group meets via Zoom. Contact Claire for registration: Claire@TheNestCounselingCenter.com

Curious about ethical non-monogamy (ENM) or wondering how people navigate non-monogamous relationships intentionally and ethically?

What is ENM?

Starting February 10th at 6 PM, Sara will be facilitating a guided introduction to ethical non-monogamy, offering a supportive, affirming space to learn, reflect, and ask questions. This bi-weekly Zoom group blends education + guided discussion, and is designed for adults who are curious, exploring, or wanting more clarity around ENM.

Topics we’ll cover include:

• Types of ENM

• Attachment styles

• Jealousy

• New Relationship Energy (NRE)

• And more!

🗓 Meets every other Tuesday at 6 PM (via Zoom)

💵 $30 per session

👤 Ages 18+

🌈 All genders and sexual orientations welcome

📩 To register, email: Sara@TheNestCounselingCenter.com

Flyer for Women's Empowerment Group meeting via Zoom, every other Monday from 6 to 7 pm, hosted by Nest Counseling Center. Features a smiling woman with glasses and a black shirt with the word 'LOVE', and includes registration email GuerreroMentalHealth@gmail.com, facilitated by Alicia Guerrero.