CAMILLE KALLAS, AMFT
they/them
Healing Begins Within​
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Starting therapy is a courageous step toward understanding yourself better and embracing personal growth. Take the first step today and unlock the potential for a brighter tomorrow.
WHY I BECAME A THERAPIST...
The role of therapist is my life calling, which I’ve known to be true since I took my first psychology class over a decade ago. The sacredness of learning and knowing other human beings, of helping change worlds through one’s perspective, it’s a gift I love and cherish deeply – and that I enjoy doing so much!
CLIENTS I LOOK FORWARD TO WORKING WITH?
I connect very well with young adults going through life transitions and self-identity exploration, as well as intimate partner dynamics as relationships grow and change. I enjoy helping those with trauma work through anxiety and relational issues that may be a result of unresolved past experiences. I believe in providing LGBT+ Informed and Affirmative care and love helping clients improve daily functioning when faced with a stressful world not built to adequately support marginalized and neurodiverse people.
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Top Challenges I Work Best With:
- Anxiety & Stress Management
- Non-Traditional Relational Dynamics
What does starting therapy look like?
If you are interested in working with me, please call us at 949-329-5233 or fill in the contact form below and a representative from our office will get back to you to see if I would be a good fit for your needs.
If it is deemed we are a good fit, you will receive your intake documents through your email to be completed electronically in the client portal of our electronic health record. There will be about 6-8 pages to sign in order to begin services, including informed consent forms, intake questionnaires, demographic questionnaires, and credit card form, etc. The exact forms will depend on the treatment service and the need for counseling.
What can I expect in a first session?
During the first session, I will cover the practice policies and go over your intake questionnaires to ensure we have a good grasp for establishing treatment goals. The first session will be used to gather more information about yourself (or your relationships), your relationship with the problem at hand, and establishing clearly defined goals for treatment, as well as establish therapeutic rapport to ensure a comfortable space for your continued growth in treatment.
MY PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND:
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Associate Marriage and Family Therapist registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences in the state of California
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Supervised by Dr. Melanie Gonzalez, PsyD, LMFT
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Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University
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Member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (CAMFT)
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Trained in Somatic Therapy for Complex Trauma: Body-Based, Polyvagal & Neurobiological Techniques for Mind-Body Healing
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Trauma informed and trained in crisis
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Culturally informed and aligned with queer, trans, alternative relationship, and kink communities
How do I help you reach your goals?
I enjoy putting together a personalized soup of therapeutic modalities for clients, typically starting with a base of Rogerian person-centered and adding in experiential, somatic, and DBT. I like to go deeper than the cognitive and analytical and move into truly connecting and communicating with what the body has to say.
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If you choose to work with me, know that I view therapy as an open collaborative process. While I bring my own knowledge and expertise, so do you! I believe you are the expert of your own experiences, and I want to hear them. I come into the room with curiosity, open mindedness, and a deep desire to help you feel safe while we work together to process and move through whatever experiences you bring with you.​​
Wondering whether you should start now or later?
For some, therapy feels like a last ditch effort. For others, therapy is a practice to fine tune life. Whatever your motivation is for seek therapy, we are here to provide what you need, when you need it.
Therapy is both challenging and rewarding, in a way that feels like growing a muscle. It can be a tough process, but you’re not alone. Together, we can work to build strength and health in your life and relationships.
Call us to take the next step in your journey – we would love to support you!
Fees for Services
$80-175 - Individual Counseling
$115-215 - Relationship Counseling
​​I currently offer in person (Irvine, CA) and telehealth services.
I accept CIGNA and Aetna insurance. I offer a few limited sliding scale opportunities. A Superbill can be provided to anyone using their PPO health plan.
