Claire

Dr Claire Vines, PsyD

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

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“I assist adults and couples towards resolving emotional conflicts. Telehealth, virtual online, FaceTime, Zoom, or phone are available.”

About me

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (PsyD, LMFT, TF-CBT, APA) in Rancho Mirage, California, I will help you recover from difficult past events, manage life transitions, and resolve relationship issues, control, and mood issues. I offer psychological and diagnostic assessments, individual counseling, relationship counseling, and consultations in prevention services.

Approach

My approach is highly personalized, taking into account each adults experiences, relationships, and attachment patterns. I am committed to providing thoughtful, evidence-informed care that supports meaningful healing and lasting change. I remain actively engaged in ongoing professional development and am a member of several professional organizations, including the American Psychotherapy Association, the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), the California Institute of Mental Health (CiMH), and the Los Angeles County Psychological Association (LACPA).
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Basic information

Languages:

French, Spanish, English

Fees:

Direct payment

In-person & Online

Services

For the past fifteen years, I have worked with individuals, couples, and families navigating emotional difficulties, trauma, and relationship challenges. As a Board-Certified PTSD Clinician, I provide psychotherapy informed by psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, and trauma-focused approaches, helping clients address the effects of traumatic experiences, depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, and co-occurring conditions. I also speak fluent French.

Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Neuro & Psychological Assessment

    A comprehensive evaluation of brain function, memory, attention, and thinking skills to help diagnose neurological or psychological conditions.

  • Conflict Management

    Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.

  • Divorce Counseling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Prevention

    Programmes aimed at preventing mental health problems before they develop, through education, early intervention, and resilience building.

  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Stress Management

    Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.

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Works With:

  • All ages
  • Couples
  • Adults

Area of expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Control Issues

    A persistent need to control situations, people, or outcomes, typically driven by underlying anxiety, fear of uncertainty, or past experiences of helplessness.

  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

    Learn more about Mood Disorder

Professional Title:

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

    A therapist licensed to work with couples and families on relationship difficulties, communication, and family dynamics.

Credentials

Registrations

BBS; California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT); American Psychological Association (APA); MAP; TF-CBT; EBP; World Leader in Healthcare

PsyD. LMFT, TF-CBT, APA

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Qualifications

PsyD LMFT

Antioch University, Vista Del Mar

Year: 2011

Memberships

American Psychological Association (APA)

Service Areas

Dr.Claire.V@gmail.com

In-person & Online

Rancho Mirage, California

United States

Rancho Mirage, United States