Graceful Dreaming & Balanced Living

Heart-Centered Therapy for Deeper Connection in Times of Uncertainty

Connected and Authentic Living

In-person sessions in Newport Beach -Virtual sessions in California

Deepen the Connection with Your Authentic Self

Hi! I’m a Heart-Centered Therapist, dream specialist, and author based in Newport Beach. My approach to therapy is inspired by Graceful Dreaming and Balanced Living.

Life has a way of interrupting and upending plans. Some seasons are harmonious and predictable—and then, something happens, and we are suddenly in the unknown. Maybe you are finding yourself needing to redesign your life all over again. It warms my heart that you have found your way here. You are listening to your inner caring voice: You know the value of setting aside time for your mental health. Maybe you are longing to feel like yourself again; to feel good enough; to feel less anxious, stressed, and worried; or maybe you have gone through a traumatic or stressful experience and long to feel more connected, confident, and secure.

I specialize in supporting clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and low self-worth in cultivating a deeper inner connection with improved inner trust, self-worth, and authenticity within a peaceful, warm, and compassionate space for self-reflection.

As your therapist, I listen to you. I listen carefully to who you are, what you feel, and what you are scared of. My approach is compassionate, caring, and collaborative. With a psychodynamic embrace, I invite dreamwork, mindfulness, EMDR, and visualizations. If you are interested in listening more closely to your dreams, I help guide you through inner explorations with Jungian-informed dreamwork. If you wish to invite spirituality, I create space for you to embrace your faith.I am here with you as you rebuild and recreate, and remember that you are enough, whole, and worthy.

I invite you to gently embrace a more heart-centered life grounded in self-compassion, authenticity, and inner balance.

Anna-Karin Bjorklund, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT #134309

Many people who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, or stressful life events also struggle with limiting beliefs, self-doubt, and not feeling enough.

I gently support you in navigating uncertain times, finding peace in uncertainty, and cultivating a deeper inner connection. I am here with you as you rebuild and recreate—as you remember your inner stillness, connection, and authentic self. I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel seen, heard, understood, and inspired to tap into your inner wisdom. Over time, you may feel inspired to cultivate a more heart-centered life rooted in self-compassion, authenticity, and inner balance.

I invite you to schedule a free consultation call where we can have a heart-centered conversation and explore if we are a good fit, and if therapy feels right for you.

I specialize in working with clients ages 18-64.

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Are you a Dreamer?

Got creativity on the mind?

Seeking help isn’t a sign of weakness - it demonstrates your courage to honor your true story.

By exploring what may be weighing you down, you create room to reconnect with what brings you joy, meaning, and fulfillment. With both EMDR, visualization practices, and dreamwork, it is not uncommon for clients to report feeling more creative and inspired.

Honor Your True Story

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Specialty areas

  • Anxiety

  • Stress

  • Trauma

  • Self-Worth

  • Depression

  • Burnout

  • Grief

  • Perfectionism

  • Limiting Beliefs

  • Creativity

  • Inner Connection

  • Authenticity

  • Confidence

  • Spirituality / Faith

  • Purpose

  • Dream Explorations

  • It is in the groundless moments we grow the most, if we are brave enough to stay aware, experience, and allow for what is emerging to unfold and evolve.

    ~Anna-Karin Bjorklund

  • I invite you to build a practice of re-centering yourself, as you connect deeper on your path of authentic and heart-centered living.

    ~Anna-Karin Bjorklund

  • Healing can come from many places, most importantly from your own heart.

    Anna-Karin Bjorklund