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Rewrite Your Life’s Story with Story Wellness
At Story Wellness, we’re here to support you on your path to mental wellness. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, or trauma, we specialize in helping you transform emotional pain into strength through our unique approach to narrative therapy.

Mental health is a lifelong journey, but you don’t have to face it alone. Story Wellness is a safe, compassionate space where the truth of your pain can become a foundation for healing.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or lost? Our Intensive Outpatient Treatment goes beyond traditional counseling. It’s a comprehensive, evidence-based behavioral health program designed to create lasting change.

With personalized care offered up to five days a week, we’re dedicated to helping you rewrite your story.

Begin Your Healing Journey
Are you struggling with any of the following?
Mood Disorders (Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, etc.)
High-Risk Behaviors (Self-harm, Suicidal Thoughts, Risky Sexual Behaviors)
Substance Use Disorders
Relationship Issues (Codependency, Abuse)
Trauma, PTSD, Grief, or Loss

If you said “yes” to any of these, we’re here to provide expert care and support in Orange County.

Our Behavioral Health Services in Orange County
We offer a range of programs to meet your unique needs, all designed to help you take control of your story and achieve mental wellness.

Partial Hospitalization (PHP)
For intensive, structured support without requiring overnight stays, our PHP program is the highest level of outpatient care available at Story Wellness.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Designed for high-impact results in a short period, this program provides 3–5 hours of personalized treatment each day at our welcoming San Juan Capistrano center.

Outpatient Care
Our outpatient program is perfect for those who need ongoing support but prefer a more flexible schedule. A great option for managing substance use disorders or maintaining long-term wellness.

Why Choose Story Wellness?
A Unique, Story-Driven Approach
At Story Wellness, we believe your experiences shape your identity—but they don’t have to define your future. Using Narrative Therapy alongside CBT and DBT, we help you separate yourself from your struggles, uncover your strengths, and rewrite your story with hope and purpose.

Located in beautiful San Juan Capistrano, our center provides a tranquil and picturesque setting within walking distance of downtown. We’ve fostered a healing environment where you can feel safe to reflect, grow, and thrive.

Narrative Therapy Explained
Your life is a story, and every experience adds a new chapter. Through Narrative Therapy, we guide you to view your obstacles as external, not inherent, and show you how to create new, empowering narratives.

Identify Core Issues: Work with a therapist to specify and define barriers in your life.
Reframe Your Story: Shift your focus from the past to the present, preparing for a future filled with new possibilities.
Recognize Patterns: Examine deeper influences on your experiences and learn how to make better choices moving forward.

This process allows you to explore your life with clarity, pinpoint solutions, and make meaningful changes that lead to growth and peace.

The Power of Talk Therapy
At its core, psychotherapy (or talk therapy) is about guiding you to help yourself. Through confidential, collaborative sessions with trained therapists, you’ll learn to explore emotions, develop healthier thought patterns, and address challenges head-on.

Our therapists use proven techniques in a supportive, judgment-free space to help you regain control and build resilience.

Types of Therapy We Offer
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Transform negative thoughts and behaviors into healthy habits and perspectives.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Learn to manage overwhelming emotions and cultivate healthier responses.
Psychoanalytic Therapy: Uncover unconscious patterns affecting your present life.
Humanistic Therapy: Tap into your authentic self to unlock your full potential.
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT): Address relationship challenges and develop more effective communication strategies.

Start Redefining Your Story Today
At Story Wellness, we’re more than just a treatment center—we’re a caring community dedicated to your healing and growth. Whether you’re dealing with a mood disorder, trauma, or relationship struggles, we’re here to help you break free from old narratives and build a brighter future.

Located in the heart of Orange County, our San Juan Capistrano center combines expert care with a serene environment designed to inspire reflection and healing.

Take the first step toward mental wellness today. Reach out to us to learn more about our programs, or schedule a consultation to begin rewriting your life’s story.

Your story is still unfolding. What will the next chapter hold?

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