The Raise Foundation

HistoryBefore obtaining my Marriage Family Therapist license, I found myself frequently counseling women in spare moments on the phone, at my kitchen table, or over lunch. Because I wanted to be the best 'people helper' I could be, I enrolled in a counselor training program through Azusa Pacific University to receive my Master's degree in Marriage Family Therapy and ultimately my licensure. That was 25 years ago! It has been my privilege through the years to assist men and women, families and groups in the Newport -Harbor area as they sift through the problem areas of their lives in an attempt to heal hurts from the past and make healthy decisions for the future.SpecialtiesLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing individual, couple, family and group therapy in a comfortable setting. Now accepting new appointments.

Valerie H. Mantecon, Ph.D., MFT, and Eric Ruffing, M.A., LMFT, are experienced therapists based in Costa Mesa, CA, dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges, including anxiety, stress, and relational issues. They focus on empowering clients to achieve their life goals through a therapeutic approach that emphasizes storytelling, philosophy, and various mental health frameworks. Specializing in working with young adults, entrepreneurs, and diverse communities, their practice addresses problematic habits and beliefs while fostering self-reflection and personal growth. They offer a compassionate space for exploration and understanding, guiding clients towards new possibilities for their futures. Generated from the website