Compassionate Care · Costa Mesa

Where healing
finds you.

A space to explore what's possible—for you, your relationships, and your family.

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  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • In-Person & Telehealth
  • Sliding Scale $40-90
  • Se Habla Español

Our Services

How We Can Help

Every person's journey is unique. We offer a range of therapeutic services tailored to meet you where you are.

IndividualTherapy

Navigate life's chapters with personalized support. Explore your story, build resilience, and create meaningful change.

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CouplesTherapy

Reconnect and grow together. Strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and rediscover your partnership.

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Family Therapy

Strengthen bonds across generations. Navigate transitions, resolve conflicts, and build a stronger family narrative.

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Group Therapy

Connect with others on similar journeys. Find community, shared understanding, and collective healing.

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Why Choose CFI

Why Families Choose Us

Sliding Scale Fees

Accessible care for all budgets. Sessions from $40–$90 based on your circumstances.

Established Practice

Over a decade serving Orange County families with experienced clinical leadership.

Narrative Informed

Your story matters. A meaning-centered approach that honors your unique journey.

Diverse, Inclusive Team

Therapists who reflect and understand our diverse community. Se habla español.

501(c)(3) Nonprofit

Mission-driven care, not profit-driven. Every dollar supports healing in our community.

Training Institute

CE workshops and professional development for clinicians committed to growth.

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Begin Your Journey

Taking the first step is often the hardest part. We've made it simple.

01

Reach Out

Call us or fill out our simple online form. We'll respond within 24 hours to learn about your needs.

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Get Matched

We'll connect you with a therapist whose expertise and approach align with your unique situation.

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Begin Healing

Start your first session—in person or via telehealth—and take the first step on your journey.

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Our Team

Meet Our Team

Compassionate clinicians dedicated to your growth and healing. Each brings unique expertise and a shared commitment to narrative-informed care.

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Chris Hoff Ph.D., LMFT

Executive Director / Clinical Director

Chris Hoff is the founder and executive director of California Family Institute, a community-centered nonprofit dedicated to making quality narrative-informed therapy accessible to Orange County.

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Elizabeth Armstrong MA, LMFT

Clinical Supervisor

Elizabeth Armstrong is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in full time private practice in Costa Mesa, California. Elizabeth earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University in 2016. She is AAMFT certified in Substance Misuse and LGBTQIA affirmative therapy; she is also a certified Pet Grief Counselor. As a post-modern therapist practicing within an existential framework, Elizabeth works from a positive, collaborative, strengths-based approach.

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Jonathan Miranda MA, MFT Associate

Therapist | Director of Operations

Jonathan Miranda is a Marriage and Family Therapy Associate and Graduate student at Alliant International University. He earned his B.S. in Biology with an emphasis in Molecular Cell Biology and Physiology at California State University Long Beach. Jonathan has always been passionate about helping people. After working in an ambulance for several years, Jonathan realized he wanted to work with people on a deeper level and for longer periods of time. Working so closely with the community helped him realize just how important culture, society, socioeconomic status, social class, and discourse play in creating problems in people’s lives.

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Team

Welcome Back Kelsey Wilson, Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor

CFI welcomes Kelsey Wilson back to our clinical team. After ten years living abroad in Spain and the Netherlands, Kelsey brings kind, compassionate therapy grounded in genuine, trusting connection.

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Looking Back on Dangerous Stories 2026

From October 1 to 3, California Family Institute hosted Dangerous Stories: A Therapy Salon at the Beckman Center in Irvine. It brought three keynotes, a full slate of workshops, art, improv and a little dancing. Here's a look back, with thanks to everyone who made it.

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Welcome Nobuko Shigeyama, Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee

CFI welcomes Nobuko Shigeyama to our clinical team. A former credentialed elementary educator and literacy specialist, Buko brings warmth, compassion, and an international perspective to the therapeutic space.

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