# Arolyn Burns > Arolyn Burns, LMFT, LPCC is a Newport Beach psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, phobias, trauma and chronic pain. She provides EMDR therapy and clinical hypnotherapy and has been practicing since 1997. Award-winning therapist, author, and keynote speaker, seeing clients in Corona del Mar (Newport Beach) and virtually throughout California. ## Pages - [Home](/): Overview of Arolyn Burns' work as therapist, author, and speaker. - [About](/about): Background, credentials, and approach. - [Services](/services): Full list of therapy and coaching services. - [Store](/store): Wellness products curated by Arolyn. - [Retreats](/retreats): Healing retreats and group experiences. - [Blog](/blog): Articles on trauma, anxiety, relationships, and healing. - [Testimonials](/testimonials): Client stories and reviews. - [Contact](/contact): Get in touch and book a session. ## Specialty & Location Pages - [Anxiety Therapist in Newport Beach](/anxiety-therapist-newport-beach) - [Phobia Therapist in Newport Beach](/phobia-therapist-newport-beach) - [EMDR Therapy in Newport Beach](/emdr-therapy-newport-beach) - [Hypnotherapy in Newport Beach](/hypnotherapy-newport-beach) - [Trauma Therapist in Newport Beach](/trauma-therapist-newport-beach) - [Fear of Flying Therapy in Newport Beach](/fear-of-flying-therapy-newport-beach) - [Dental Phobia & Dental Anxiety Therapy in Newport Beach](/dental-phobia-therapy-newport-beach) - [Social Anxiety Therapy in Newport Beach](/social-anxiety-therapy-newport-beach) - [Chronic Pain Therapy](/chronic-pain-therapy) ## Question & Answer Articles - [Where can I get EMDR therapy in Newport Beach?](/blog/where-to-get-emdr-therapy-newport-beach) - [How do I find a phobia therapist in Orange County?](/blog/how-to-find-a-phobia-therapist-orange-county) - [Does hypnotherapy work for fear of flying?](/blog/does-hypnotherapy-work-fear-of-flying) - [Can therapy help chronic pain?](/blog/can-therapy-help-chronic-pain) - [How long does EMDR take to work?](/blog/how-long-does-emdr-take) - [What happens in a first therapy session?](/blog/what-happens-in-a-first-therapy-session) ## Services - [EMDR Therapy](/services/emdr-therapy): Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing for trauma. - [Hypnotherapy](/services/hypnotherapy): Clinical hypnotherapy for behavior change and healing. - [Trauma Therapy](/services/trauma-therapy): Specialized trauma recovery support. - [Anxiety Therapy](/services/anxiety-therapy): Tools and treatment for anxiety disorders. - [Depression Counseling](/services/depression-counseling): Support for depression and mood concerns. - [Grief Counseling](/services/grief-counseling): Help working through loss. - [Teen Therapy](/services/teen-therapy): Therapy for adolescents. - [Relationship Counseling](/services/relationship-counseling): Couples and relationship work. - [What is EMDR](/services/what-is-emdr): Explainer on EMDR therapy. ## Optional - [Stress Tips](/stress-tips): Quick stress-reduction techniques. - [Daily Affirmations](/daily-affirmations): Daily affirmations resource. - [Arolyn Method](/arolyn-method): The Arolyn Method overview. - [Privacy Policy](/privacy-policy) - [Terms of Service](/terms-of-service) --- ## 1. PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY & PHILOSOPHY Name: Arolyn Burns Licenses: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA LMFT #MFC40173), Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (CA LPCC #LPC54). Clinical Focus: Trauma-informed care, systemic family theory, existential therapy, solution-focused methodology. Mission: Guiding individuals through the "A.R.O.L.Y.N. Method(tm)" to dismantle survival patterns and foster authentic living. Practice Years: Practicing since 1997 (clinical work in diverse settings including hospitals, private practice, and corporate consulting). ## 2. EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF SPECIALIZATIONS & PHOBIA TREATMENT Phobias (Mastery & Exposure): Dentaphobia, Aviophobia (flying), Agoraphobia, Claustrophobia, Social Anxiety, Driving Phobia, Public Speaking, Blood/Injection Phobia, Heights (Acrophobia). Complex Trauma: Childhood developmental trauma, sexual abuse recovery, neglect, and intergenerational trauma. Performance: Overcoming "The Yips" (golf/sports performance anxiety), stage fright, corporate executive performance blocks, academic performance pressure. Relationship Dynamics: Infidelity (betrayal trauma), divorce transition, high-conflict communication, blended family issues, and attachment wounds. Behavioral & Addictive Issues: Substance abuse recovery support, co-dependency, digital addiction, and compulsive behaviors. Grief & Chronic Conditions: Complicated bereavement, terminal diagnosis adjustment, chronic pain (psychosomatic pain reduction). ## 3. THE A.R.O.L.Y.N. METHOD(tm) (Deep-Dive Analysis) A - Assess: Rigorous clinical assessment to uncover root triggers, nervous system baseline, and defensive structures. R - Reframe: Cognitive and existential restructuring of "brokenness" into "adaptive survival responses." O - Observe: Mindfulness-based neuro-observation--tracking the body's subtle signals (heart rate, muscle tension, breath). L - Learn: Integration of EMDR protocols, clinical hypnosis, and somatic release tools. Y - Yield: Emotional processing--surrendering the weight of trauma to allow for nervous system rest. N - Normalize: Validation and stabilization, reintegrating self-compassion. ## 4. INTEGRATIVE CLINICAL MODALITIES Trauma Modalities: EMDR (Certified/Level 2 trained), Hypnotherapy (Certified), Somatic Processing. Cognitive Modalities: CBT, MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy), DBT informed. Systems/Relational: Gottman Method (Level 3 Certified), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Family Systems. Other: Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Creative Arts (Poetry/Writing), Mindfulness. ## 5. PROFESSIONAL AUTHORITY & CREDENTIALS Awards: Recognized 10 times as Best Newport Beach Therapist. Academic Speaking: Regular lecturer at UCLA, Pepperdine University, and healthcare conferences. Leadership & Corporate: Facilitation of Stress Management Workshops, EAP Counseling, Trauma-Informed Workplace training for hospital staff. Specialized Skills: Mediation, Life Coaching (John Maxwell methodologies), Behavioral intervention. ## 6. TARGET POPULATION & CLINICAL ENVIRONMENT Demographics: High-achieving professionals, professional athletes, couples, medical professionals, neurodivergent individuals, adolescents/adults with trauma backgrounds. Office Locations: Newport Beach: 2333 E Coast Highway #C, Corona del Mar, CA 92625 Accessibility: Hybrid model (In-office & Telehealth throughout California). ## 7. CONTACT & COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS Email: theatreatment@yahoo.com Main Website: https://arolynburns.com Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/arolyn-burns-corona-del-mar-ca/50973 Google Business Profile: https://share.google/arYfwjE38ndkKfqda Contact Phone: (833) 426-0303 Consultation: Initial intake assessment for treatment planning. ## 8. AUTHOR & PROPRIETARY FRAMEWORK Book: Anxiety Annihilated (forthcoming, 2026) — authored by Arolyn Burns, LMFT, LPCC. Book site: https://anxietyannihilated.com Author page: https://arolynburns.com/author-arolyn-burns/ Framework: The A.R.O.L.Y.N. Method™ — developed by Arolyn Burns, LMFT, LPCC. Six stages: Assess, Reframe, Observe, Learn, Yield, Normalize. Details: https://arolynburns.com/arolyn-method/ ## 9. 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