Irvine, CA

4255 Campus Drive

Suite A245

Irvine, CA 92612

 

irvine.college.health@mindpath.com

Phone: 949-502-0736

Mon-Fri: 8am-7pm

Sat: 8am-6pm

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Congratulations on taking the first step toward better mental health! Our Mindpath College Health team in Irvine, CA, is here to provide care and resources to help you thrive.  

Our providers treat a variety of mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, family conflict, eating disorders, and substance abuse. Our treatment options are designed to treat the whole person — not just the diagnosis.  

We look forward to guiding you on your mental health journey!

Our Services Include

  • Individual therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Psychiatric evaluation
  • Medication management

Specialty Areas

  • Academic Issues
  • ADHD / ADD
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Disordered Eating
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Identity Issues
  • LGBTQIA+
  • Life Transitions
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma

Meet Our Irvine Providers

Andrea Lochtefeld

Clinical Social Worker

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Kai Chiu

Marriage & Family Therapist

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Lyleanna Nguyen

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

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Alysha McCuistion

Clinical Social Worker

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Dr. Staci Graham

Psychologist

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Stephanie Magana

Marriage & Family Therapist

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Dr. Lawrence Chen

Psychologist

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Dr. Iamee kling

Psychologist

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Chris Pena

Marriage & Family Therapist

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Elaine De jonk

Marriage & Family Therapist

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Meet Our Irvine Staff

Andrea Lochtefeld

Clinic Director

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Kailey Waring

Front Office Lead

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Odalys Gonzalez De Jesus

Front Office Coordinator

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Katie Rollins

Front Office Coordinator

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Annika Phan Elwell

Front Office Coordinator

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Insurances Accepted

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Andrea Lochtefeld

Assistant Director, Clinical Social Worker

she/her/hers | #LCSW75881

Areas of Focus

Stress Management, Depression, Anxiety, Eating & Body Image, Substance Use, Trauma, Grief & Loss, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, LGBTQIA+, Multiculturalism, Women’s Issues

Therapeutic Approach

Collaborative, Self-reflection, Existential & Relational oriented, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Meditation

About

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with 10 years experience providing psychotherapy to adolescents, adults and families. I am experienced supporting a range of mental health related issues, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders and trauma from a perspective inclusive of multiculturalism, sex positivity and LGBTQIA+ identities.

I value building strong partnerships with clients to promote insight into the uniqueness of their mental health, illuminate how they create meaning out of their experiences and strive to live intentionally. Through non-judgemental self reflection in sessions, I enjoy helping clients gain insight into their struggles, strengths and motivation for change in order to better navigate stressors, relationships and life transitions. In team leadership, I strive to help foster an authentic, inclusive and collaborative environment encouraging mental health providers and staff to tap into creativity and enthusiasm for their work.

I began my career working with survivors of sexual abuse, assault and intimate partner violence, and am passionate about helping clients understand and recover from trauma. I conducted skills groups as part of an adolescent and adult intensive outpatient program and grief and loss groups with older adults living in retirement communities. I am also experienced working with clients recovering from substance use, eating disorders and body image struggles. I appreciate you reading this over, and look forward to meeting you if you decide to move forward with therapy!

Kai Chiu

Marriage & Family Therapist

She/Her/hers | #LMFT117113

Areas of Focus

LGBTQIA+ issues, Multicultural counseling, couples, Asian American Community issues

Additional Languages: Mandarin

Therapeutic Approach

Eclectic Mix of CBT, Mindfulness, Gestalt, Solution focused, EMDR

About

I work with many Asian American issues and enjoy helping queer and transgender patients through various challenges, including the coming out process, self-acceptance, or transitions. My approach uses an eclectic mix of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, mindfulness, and Gestalt principles.

I was born and raised in Southern California. I come from a large Taiwanese-American family where second and third cousins were considered close. Like many children from immigrant families, I struggled with living with the Western rules and customs I experienced with the traditions of my parents’ Eastern upbringing. I am fortunate to have parents willing to hear me complain and question the rules and customs we followed, leading me into therapy to help people who share similar experiences.

Lyleanna nguyen

Psychiatric Mental Practitioner

she/her/hers | #PMHNP-BC95015250

Areas of Focus

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Sleep or Insomnia

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Compassion Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered

About

I’m Lyleanna (pronounced “Lily-anna”), a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I help young adults and adults manage stress and treat anxiety, mood disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and sleep disorders. My goal is to work with you to navigate and explore your way through this time using the methods of supportive and informed care methods. I have a conservative medication management approach to improving your quality of life. I will work with you to strengthen support, help adapt, and build resiliency to the ongoing nature of life’s ups and downs. I intend to work closely with you using open and honest communication so we can collaboratively grow toward your mental health goals. I enjoy spending time with my pups, whether camping, going to the beach, bringing them along to visit my friends and family, or lounging around watching movies and TV.

Alysha McCuistion

Clinical Social Worker

she/her/hers | #LCSW26810

Areas of Focus

Mood Disorders, Trauma and Abuse, Domestic Violence, Grief and Loss, Relationship Issues, Family Conflict, Coping Skills, Life Transitions

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Attachment, Solution-Focused, Integrative, Person-Centered, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing

About

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience helping children, adults, and families in outpatient and school-based settings. I help with mood disorders, abuse and trauma, domestic violence, grief and loss, relationship issues, family conflict, coping skills, and life transitions. I focus on fostering inclusivity and collaboration. My approach is patient-centered and integrative and uses attachment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, solution-focused therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. I value the opportunity to work with people from different backgrounds and experiences. I enjoy traveling, baking, relaxing with a good book on the beach, and comedy shows.

Dr. Staci Graham

Psychologist

she/her/hers | #PSY30771

Areas of Focus

Anxiety; child/adolescent, Coping skills, Depression, Emotional disturbance, Racial identity, Relationship issues, Self-esteem, Stress

Therapeutic Approach

CBT, Psychodynamic, Emotionally focused, Gestalt, Play therapy

About

One of the most vital aspects of effective therapy is the relationship between therapist and patient. I have 15 years of experience helping with anxiety, depression, concentration issues, identity issues, life transitions, mood disturbances, relationships, self-esteem and self-image, and trauma. Theoretically, I work from psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral backgrounds, although the treatment plans and interventions I use are unique to the person I am working with. I am passionate about acknowledging and incorporating multicultural identity in treatment, and it is one avenue to help reduce stigma and provide more access for diverse groups to mental health services.

Stephanie Magaña

Marriage & Family Therapist

she/her/hers | #LMFT116470

Areas of Focus

Anxiety and Mood Disorders, Adolescent/Teen Issues, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Grief and Loss, Spirituality

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral, Christian Counseling

About

I help with anxiety, adjustment concerns, grief and loss, mood disorders, relationships, self-esteem and self-worth, spirituality, women’s mental health, and young adult issues. I am committed to working with you in a collaborative process to explore any obstacles you are facing. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to challenge old patterns and beliefs, find new ways of thinking, and build your self-confidence to manage the world around you. I enjoy playing board games, spoiling my dog, Olive, and trying to keep my plants alive.

Dr. Lawrence Chen

Psychologist

he/him/his | #PSY18649

Areas of Focus

Grief, Life Transitions, Parenting, Sleep and Insomnia, Sports Performance, Spirituality, Trauma and PTSD

Additional Languages: Putonghua (Mandarin) and Cantonese

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Focused, Trauma-Informed, Psychodynamic, EMDR, DBT, ACT, Somatic, Strength-Based, Mindfulness

About

I help with adjustment concerns, academic and sports pressures, cultural issues, grief and loss, parenting, social relationships, sleep, spirituality, and trauma. My attachment-focused, trauma-informed approach to therapy helps build safety and trust. We will collaborate to find external resources and internal strengths. I integrate mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, somatic experiencing, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing. My favorite activities are hiking in nature, reading, watching movies, listening to and making music, swimming, biking, and horseback riding. You can also find me spending quality time with my family and friends, having desserts around town. I also love playing with our two twin cats at home. I am also fluent in Putonghua, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

Dr. Iamee R. Kling

Psychologist

she/her/hers | #PSY32728

Areas of Focus

Life Transitions, Interpersonal/Relationship Issues, Self-esteem, Stress, Coping skills

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-based, Client-centered (Person-centered), Compassion Focused, Existential, Family Systems, Humanistic, Integrative, Insight-oriented (Psychodynamic), Narrative, Positive Psychology, Strengths-based, Holistic

About

I am passionate about helping those through this journey we call life. I help with anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, chronic pain, self-esteem, and life transitions. My approach is patient-centered, insight-oriented, holistic, and humanistic. I aim to create a safe space to explore painful emotions. I provide long-term integrative psychotherapy, drawing on humanistic and psychodynamic techniques.

Chris Pena

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

#LMFT51880

Areas of Focus

Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Self-Esteem, Men’s Issues, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Relationship Issues

Additional Languages: French

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychodynamic, Existential, Humanistic, Motivational Interviewing

About

College, both undergraduate and graduate, is a time of discovery, exploration, learning, and making new friends and mentors. It can also be a time of personal and emotional confusion, upheaval, feeling disconnected from others, or maybe it’s just not quite the experience we hoped for. Undoubtedly, college is a critical time in our lives and can impact our sense of who we are for years. My approach is informed by cognitive behavioral therapy, existential psychotherapy, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic therapy. I am a proud “cat dad” of three black cats. I love to travel and play tennis. I am also fluent in French.

Elaine De jonk

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

#LMFT86705

Areas of Focus

Bipolar Disorder, Domestic Violence, Coping Skills, Stress

Additional Languages: Sinhalese

Therapeutic Approach

CBT, Mindfulness-Based, Humanistic, Solution-focused, Person-centered

About

I have 14 years of experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist. I help with anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, depression, coping skills, relationship issues, self-esteem, and stress management. My approach to therapy is present-focused and goal-oriented, using cognitive behavioral therapy. I create a safe space for my patients, helping them understand their symptoms and developing emotional insight and awareness to learn the tools necessary to improve overall well-being. I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, taking my dog to the park, attending concerts, practicing yoga, and hiking in nature. I am also fluent in Sinhalese.

Kailey Waring

Office Manager

She/her/hers

About

Hi! My name is Kailey and I am the Office Manager at the Mindpath College Health Irvine location! I was born and raised in Southern California and recently graduated from UC Santa Barbara. I am honored to be able to serve the UC Irvine and surrounding community, as my academic and work experience leading up to this position has been focused on advocating and destigmatizing mental health in the college student community.


One of these experiences included participating in the Mental Health Advocacy internship at the Mindpath College Health Isla Vista location during my senior year at UC Santa Barbara. This amazing opportunity is what guided me towards becoming an Admin Assistant at our Irvine location, which lead to my promotion as Office Manager. I love working with such a warm and supportive team and getting to know our clients. We can’t wait to meet you! In the meantime until we meet, you can usually find me practicing yoga and checking out new coffee shops (COVID permitting)!

Odalys Gonzalez De Jesus

Administrative Specialist

She/her/hers

About

Hello! My name is Odalys and I am an Administrative Assistant at the Irvine office. I grew up in Santa Barbara, and moved to Irvine for school in 2017. After graduating from UC Irvine in 2020 with a B.A in Psychology and Social Behavior and a B.A. in Criminology, I decided to stay in the area. I am delighted to be joining the Mindpath College Health team and be apart of a community that values passion and advocacy for mental health!

Outside of work I enjoy going for walks, going to the movies and spending time with my family!

Katie Rollins

Administrative Specialist

she/her/hers

About

Hi! My name is Katie, and I am the Front Office Coordinator at Mindpath College Health Irvine! I am in process of obtaining a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Anthropology from Northern Arizona University. It’s an honor to be part of the Mindpath College Health team because their aspiration to help others is truly inspiring. I look forward to continue working with this incredible team and advocating for mental health.

In my free time, I pursue hobbies that positively impact my health and well being such as running, hiking, and surfing. I also enjoy reading and have plenty of book recommendations to share.

Annika Phan Elwell

Front Office Coordinator

She/Her/Hers

About

Hi there! I’m Annika. I am a front office coordinator at Mindpath College Health Irvine. I am thankful and delighted to work with a group of individuals who believe in serving the community and spreading mental health awareness. I have my BA in Human Communication Studies from California State University, Fullerton and it has given me the privilege of understanding unique backgrounds and cultural perspectives. I am excited to be able to use this knowledge to inspire wholesome growth and self-improvement within others.

I like exploring beaches and museums and I love a good slice of pizza! I enjoy practicing mindfulness and practicing gratitude. I like to remember that everyday is a blessing and a new moment of life. I am happy to be here and to be working with you.