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Your Journey to Inner Peace • Compassionate Mental Health Support • Professional Counseling • Holistic Well-being • Serene Counseling • Your Journey to Calm

Serene Counseling | EMDR, Trauma Support, and Hypnotherapy | Tustin, CA

Compassionate Clinical Social Work for California and New Jersey

You do not have to carry this burden alone

I provide specialized, trauma-informed therapy for individuals navigating anxiety and significant life changes. If you are feeling overwhelmed, we will collaborate at your comfort level to facilitate healing.

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Healing from a painful past

Gently addressing the echoes of old wounds and heavy experiences that impact you today.

Life in flux

Finding steady ground as you navigate significant shifts at work, home, or in yourself.

Who I help

Providing grounded support for adults seeking a safe space to grow, heal, and find center.

Calming a restless mind

Softening the noise of worry and anxiety so you can feel more ease and safety in your body.

Connecting with yourself

An honest exploration of your identity and your unique place in this ever-changing world.

Finding light in shadow

Discovering a resilient sense of hope and strength even when the path feels long and weary.

Living with clarity and ease

Learning to move beyond surviving as you build a life rooted in connection and authenticity.

Pathways to restoration

I believe you deserve a gentle space for recovery. I provide modern, effective clinical methods to help you reconnect with your innate resilience.

EMDR therapy

This rhythmic approach helps the brain process painful memories, allowing you to regain a sense of safety and calm in your daily life once again.

Available in Tustin and online for CA & NJ clients

Somatic awareness

By honoring the body’s wisdom, we can release stored tension and stress to help you feel more regulated, grounded, and physically at ease.

Available in Tustin and online for CA & NJ clients

Therapeutic hypnosis

A soothing practice of focused relaxation that silences the noise, shifts old habits, and fosters natural emotional balance and mental clarity.

Available in Tustin and online for CA & NJ clients

Talk therapy

A compassionate, safe space to process your story at your own pace, helping you understand your emotions and feel like yourself once more.

Available in Tustin and online for CA & NJ clients

My approach

I believe true healing begins only when you feel deeply safe and truly heard. My approach is to walk gently alongside you, providing a calm, steady space where both your mind and heart can rest and rediscover their natural rhythm toward lasting peace and wellness.

    Come as you are, exactly as you feel today. Together, we will honor your heart and your body’s wisdom. This is your personal journey, and we will move at a pace that feels comfortable for you—never rushing, as we work to help you feel like yourself again.
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About Krystal Thorburn

Welcome. I am Krystal Thorburn, MSW, LCSW. I founded Serene Counseling in Tustin, CA, to provide a quiet, safe harbor for your personal journey. Whether you are located in California or joining me from New Jersey, I am honored to help you find your way back to a sense of peace.

I practice with a deeply intuitive and gentle focus. By integrating EMDR, hypnotherapy, and somatic tools, I help you process memories and bodily tension that feel overwhelming. We will always honor your emotional timing, ensuring you feel held and safe throughout this work.

With 15 years of experience, I still believe that every person deserves a life where they feel steady and at home within themselves. It is a privilege to sit with you, listen to your story, and help you rediscover the incredible resilience that has been inside you all along.

California LCSW #115930 · New Jersey LCSW #44SC05691400

Investment in You

Caring Rates

To maintain a high standard of heart-centered care, each 55-minute session is priced to reflect my advanced clinical training. I prioritize transparency in your healing process and am happy to discuss current rates during our first conversation.

Insurance

While I currently accept select insurance plans, please note that starting January 1, 2027, I will transition to being fully out-of-network. This shift ensures your care is guided by your needs rather than plan limits. I can provide superbills for potential reimbursement.

Clear Pricing Info

I believe you deserve to know exactly what to expect financially. In accordance with the No Surprises Act, I provide a Good Faith Estimate of all expected costs before your first appointment so you can make informed choices.

Common Inquiries

What is the timeline?

Each person’s journey is different. While some notice progress in a few months, others choose a longer season of support to deepen their growth. We will always move at a pace that feels safe for you.

What can I expect in session?

I blend EMDR, hypnotherapy, and somatic practices to help your mind and body release heavy burdens. This integrative approach ensures you feel steady, heard, and physically grounded.

Where do sessions take place?

You are welcome to meet me in my calming Tustin office, or we can connect virtually if you are located anywhere in California or New Jersey, providing healing from the comfort of home.

Do you take my insurance?

I am currently an out-of-network provider. While I accept some select plans now, I will be fully out-of-network by January 1, 2027. I can provide superbills for you to seek reimbursement.

What happens during our call?

Our initial 15-minute consultation is a relaxed time to discuss your needs and see if my style resonates with you. It is a no-pressure opportunity to ensure we are a good clinical match.

Is my information private?

Your confidentiality is the foundation of our work. We will discuss legal protections and clinical exceptions together during your first visit so you feel fully informed and secure.

Connect with Me

I welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can work together toward your healing and growth. Please reach out to schedule a brief consultation call.

Practice Address

2522 Chambers Rd. Ste 111 Tustin, CA 92780

Where I Serve

In-person in Tustin, CA; Virtual in CA & NJ

Hours

Monday through Tuesday, Friday 10:00am - 7:00pm

Get in Touch

Email: Krystalth@serenecounselingpractice.com Phone: (657) 600-1559

Please note this is for non-emergencies. If you are in a crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or dial 911 for immediate, local emergency assistance.

Your Journey Toward Inner Stillness. I offer professional therapy for adults seeking profound balance and healing. Who I Help: I support individuals navigating anxiety, significant life transitions, and self-esteem challenges. Services: I specialize in trauma-informed care and mindfulness-based therapy. My Approach: I provide a warm, collaborative environment tailored to your unique needs. Request a Free Consultation to learn more about my approach.

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