The Mental Health Collective

The Mental Health Collective Attachment-focused + evidence-based treatment for adults living with mental illness + trauma.

08/06/2026

COMPLICATED GRIEF :: The difference between normal grief and complicated grief is that people who suffer from complicated grief struggle to get better over time. Without help, individuals who suffer from complicated grief continue to experience intense, disabling feelings of loss and emotional pain that control their lives, relationships with others, and ability to function and adapt.

With appropriate help, which can include targeted psychotherapy such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and group therapy, medication, and other individualized treatment approaches, people who have suffered for decades can recover and move forward with their lives.
To learn more about the treatment of Complicated Grief, visit https://bit.ly/3XnZb5f or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

08/04/2026

"People who are close to someone with OCD want to help by relieving anxiety, but they are often pulled into participating in compulsive reassurance." - Amy Herter, LMFT
To learn more, read Amy's post 'Relationships and OCD: How to Achieve Intimacy Without Participating in Compulsive Reassurance' at https://bit.ly/4sihM2A or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

07/31/2026

In our latest interview, Sarah Douglas, LMFT, breaks down the transformative power of Holographic Reprocessing, a framework built on the idea that every person’s story makes complete, logical sense when you look at the whole picture.

"While the characters are different in the story, the narrative is the same... We have to do a deep dive into understanding how the narrative developed, and then how we want to change it." - Sarah Douglas, LMFT

To learn more about Holographic Reprocessing and Trauma, visit https://bit.ly/40xZsac or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

07/29/2026

CAN I AVOID DISTRESS? :: "Whether it be muscles in the stomach tightening or face becoming flushed, palms getting sweaty, talking faster, having a harder time concentrating. These all have a tendency to be warning signs. Communication from your body that your distress is rising. When clients become aware of this rising distress, they have an increased ability to intervene and use these different skills that they’re learning." - Sarah Douglas, LMFT
To learn more, watch Sarah's interview 'Developing Awareness of a Rising Distress Level' at https://bit.ly/4czGaG5 or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

07/28/2026

TEAM HIGHLIGHT :: AMY HERTER, LMFT :: CLINICAL THERAPIST
Universities + Degrees: Chapman University [MA, Psychology, emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy], Monmouth University [BA, Psychology]
Clinical Specialization: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Phobias, Emetophobia, Trichotillomania, Skin Picking, and other Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors.

Amy Herter, LMFT, has been providing psychotherapy for OCD and related disorders to individuals, families, and couples since 1999. She completed advanced training through the International OCD Foundation’s Behavioral Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) and the TLC Foundation’s Professional Training Institute (PTI), emphasizing evidence-based treatments for OCD and body-focused repetitive behaviors. Her clinical work is highly specialized, focusing on OCD, anxiety disorders, and body-focused repetitive behaviors. She approaches treatment collaboratively and has deep respect for the courage it takes to face distressing thoughts, urges, and fears.
Certifications: Amy Herter has extensive experience with evidence-based treatments for OCD and related disorders, including ERP, ComB, I-CBT, CBT, and ACT.

07/25/2026

"I use the word BECOMING a lot in my sessions. BECOMING integrates the idea that there’s no end, that there’s constant transformation, and there’s the ability to be flexible with the different parts of yourself at different points in time." - Dr. Nazneen Nizami, PsyD, LMFT :: Assistant Clinical Director
Read Dr. Nizami's post 'IDENTITY WORK + A PREFERRED WAY OF LIVING' at https://bit.ly/3LiSqgS or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

07/21/2026

"At the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone." -
To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3ce6lXh or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

07/17/2026

TEAM HIGHLIGHT :: MADISON DURAN, MSW, ACSW :: CLINICAL CARE COORDINATOR
UNIVERSITIES + DEGREES: University of Southern California [Masters of Social Work], Whittier College [Bachelors of Arts in Social Work]
CLINICAL SPECIALIZATION: Madison is an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) with specialized experience supporting individuals and families across a variety of settings, including hospitals, schools, nonprofit organizations, and private practice. Her professional background includes providing trauma-informed, strengths-based services to youth and caregivers navigating emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Working across diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and family systems has strengthened her commitment to delivering individualized, culturally responsive care that recognizes the unique experiences and strengths of every individual.
Madison values collaboration as the foundation of effective care and believes the best outcomes are achieved through meaningful partnerships with individuals, families, multidisciplinary teams, and community supports. She approaches her work with curiosity, compassion, and a person-centered perspective, taking time to understand each individual’s needs, goals, and environment before developing thoughtful, evidence-informed plans. She is passionate about contributing to supportive, collaborative environments that promote resilience, well-being, and lasting positive outcomes.
To learn more about The Mental Health Collective Team, visit https://themhcollective.com/clinical-team/ or click Sprout 🔗 in bio

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20377 SW ACACIA Street . SUITE 110
Newport Beach, CA
92660

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
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