Dr. Arlene Unger, CA Psychologist 15383

Dr. Arlene Unger is a California clinical psychologist with 30 years of experience supporting people through both sudden life changes and long‑standing struggles. She works with adults and older teens confronting stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family challenges, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, intimacy concerns, sleep and eating problems, parenting difficulties, anger, self-esteem issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and a range of other coping needs. Drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), she adapts treatment to the individual priorities and strengths of each person.

Her academic background includes a PhD in Clinical Psychology, a doctoral degree that prepared her for assessment, diagnosis, and psychotherapy. She is licensed in California as CA Psychologist 15383. In addition to her psychology training, she holds certifications in nutrition, wellness, mindfulness, life coaching, and substance abuse, which contribute to a holistic and practical approach to care.

Dr. Unger also focuses on issues such as communication problems, control struggles, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, panic disorder and panic attacks, self-love, social anxiety and phobia, and compassion fatigue. She incorporates coaching elements and skills-based strategies to help people build resilience and manage everyday challenges. She is the author of seven mindfulness visualization exercise books and has published numerous articles on related topics.

Her practice emphasizes collaborative work that blends emotional insight with actionable tools. Prospective clients can expect an emphasis on identifying goals, developing coping skills, and applying techniques that support meaningful change over time.