Business Details
12 Years
experience
Expert Psychological Counseling in Newport Beach
Dr. Chris Nikolaidis, Psychologist, Inc. has been dedicated to providing expert psychological care since 2014. With advanced training from world-renowned leaders in cognitive-behavioral therapy, including Dr. Aaron Beck and Dr. Judith Beck, our practice specializes in treating anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship issues. Our evidence-based approach combines decades of clinical experience with personalized care for individuals, couples, and families. We maintain rigorous professional standards, holding memberships in the American Psychological Association and Anxiety Disorders Association of America.Our Newport Beach practice offers 24/7 availability, evening and weekend appointments, and a commitment to client-centered care that has earned recognition as a top-rated psychologist in Yelp reviews for multiple years. We prioritize accessibility through telehealth options and flexible payment plans while maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical standards.
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Couples Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Depression Treatment
Anger Management
Child Therapy
Teen Counseling
Bipolar Disorder Treatment
Social Anxiety Therapy
Sexual Trauma Recovery
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 availability with same-day appointment options
- Our practice combines PhD-level expertise with 20+ years of clinical experience
- We utilize evidence-based CBT techniques proven effective in 1000+ research studies
- Our psychologist holds memberships in APA and Anxiety Disorders Association of America
- We provide personalized care with evening and weekend appointments
What people say
Excellent reviews
Top quality therapy
Expert skills
Compassionate approach
Effective treatment methods
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Specialized cognitive-behavioral treatment for anxiety disorders including panic attacks, social anxiety, and generalized anxiety. Our evidence-based approach helps clients identify and modify thought patterns that contribute to anxiety. Through structured techniques like exposure therapy and cognitive restructuring, patients learn practical tools to manage symptoms and regain control of their lives.
Couples Counseling
Expert guidance for couples facing communication issues, infidelity, or relationship distress. Using proven CBT techniques, we help partners improve emotional connection and conflict resolution skills. Our Gottman-trained approach addresses both immediate concerns and long-term relationship health through structured sessions focused on rebuilding trust and enhancing intimacy.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Evidence-based therapeutic approach addressing anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues through structured skill-building. We teach clients to identify and modify negative thought patterns affecting emotions and behavior. This goal-oriented treatment combines cognitive restructuring with behavioral experiments to produce measurable improvements in mental health and coping abilities.
Depression Treatment
Targeted interventions for major depressive disorder and situational depression using cognitive-behavioral techniques. We help clients break negative thought cycles and re-engage with meaningful activities. Our approach combines behavioral activation with cognitive restructuring to address both symptoms and underlying thought patterns contributing to depression.
Anger Management
Structured program teaching emotional regulation skills for chronic anger issues. We help clients understand anger triggers and develop healthier response patterns through cognitive restructuring and behavioral techniques. Our approach includes assertiveness training and conflict resolution strategies to improve personal and professional relationships.
People
Dr. Chris Nikolaidis
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Nikolaidis holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology and has completed advanced training with leading experts in cognitive-behavioral therapy. He has contributed to APA publications and maintains memberships in multiple professional psychological associations.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We specialize in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety, depression, anger management, and relationship issues, with specialized programs for couples counseling and trauma recovery.
Do you offer evening and weekend appointments?
Yes, we provide flexible scheduling with evening and weekend availability to accommodate busy professionals and working individuals.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality within legal and ethical guidelines, with privacy protections for all client communications and records.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as a private pay practice but can provide documentation for potential out-of-network insurance reimbursement.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24-hour notice for appointment cancellations to avoid full session charges, with exceptions made for emergencies.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call or text our 24/7 line at (949)791-7127 to schedule an appointment or request a free phone consultation with Dr. Nikolaidis.
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