FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT COUNSELING SERVICES DO YOU OFFER?
I offer online individual and couples therapy for adults working through anxiety, burnout, relationship struggles, life transitions, trauma healing, creative blocks, and stress-related challenges.
I’m a certified Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner. My work is depth and insight-oriented, somatically informed, and offers a holistic approach to helping clients reconnect with themselves and move toward greater ease, resilience, and self-awareness.
I’m a certified Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner. My work is depth and insight-oriented, somatically informed, and offers a holistic approach to helping clients reconnect with themselves and move toward greater ease, resilience, and self-awareness.
IS ONLINE THERAPY EFFECTIVE?
Great question. I’ve been in private practice in Orange County since 2006 and have worked exclusively online since 2020. I’ve found virtual therapy to be just as effective and relationally connected as in-person work—especially when supported by somatic
and relational approaches.
Evidence-based research confirms online therapy is effective for many issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns. For many clients, meeting from home adds an extra layer of ease and accessibility.
Frankly, I believe the most accessible therapy is the best therapy.
and relational approaches.
Evidence-based research confirms online therapy is effective for many issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship concerns. For many clients, meeting from home adds an extra layer of ease and accessibility.
Frankly, I believe the most accessible therapy is the best therapy.
WHAT IS SOMATIC EXPERIENCING?
Somatic Experiencing® (SE) is a body-oriented approach to healing trauma and chronic stress. By mindfully tracking subtle body sensations, we help gently release survival energy stuck in the nervous system so you can feel more grounded, connected, and whole.
Sometimes, it's not about reliving the story of what happened. It’s about restoring
your body’s natural capacity to self-regulate and feel more calm—even safe.
While originally developed for trauma work, SE has become a fully integrated tool in my practice. It supports clients in:
Sometimes, it's not about reliving the story of what happened. It’s about restoring
your body’s natural capacity to self-regulate and feel more calm—even safe.
While originally developed for trauma work, SE has become a fully integrated tool in my practice. It supports clients in:
- Regulating highly anxious states
- Reducing the impact of burnout and overwhelm
- Healing relational and attachment wounds
- Becoming more self-aware and resilient
WHAT IS DEPTH PSYCHOLOGY?
Depth Psychology explore the unconscious roots of thoughts, emotions, and behavior. It draws from Jungian, psychoanalytic, and humanistic traditions, emphasizing meaning, insight, and inner transformation. My work integrates this deeper lens with a present-moment, client-centered approach grounded in somatic awareness.
HOW LONG WILL THERAPY TAKE?
Naturally, this is one of the most common questions new clients ask. The short answer: it depends on your goals and what you’re working through.
Some clients find meaningful relief within a few months. Others prefer longer-term work to explore deeper patterns. The process is collaborative—and you’re always in charge of when you're ready to finish.
Some clients find meaningful relief within a few months. Others prefer longer-term work to explore deeper patterns. The process is collaborative—and you’re always in charge of when you're ready to finish.
HOW OFTEN WILL WE MEET?
Depth psychology explores the unconscious aspects of our thoughts, behaviors, and emotional patterns. It draws from Jungian, psychoanalytic, and humanistic traditions, focusing on meaning, insight, and inner transformation. My approach integrates this deeper lens with practical, present-moment tools from somatic work.
DO YOU GIVE HOMEWORK?
Occasionally, but not routinely. I may suggest:
you’re doing the work.
- Somatic practices
- Reflection prompts
- Nervous system support tools
you’re doing the work.
WHAT HAPPENS IN THE FIRST SESSION?
We'll begin with a standard 50-minute session, which will likely go quickly. There are a few intake and practice-related items to cover, but we’ll also begin exploring what brought you here, what you’d like to shift, and start building a sense of safety and connection.
Over time, sessions become a place to slow down, get in touch, and move below the surface. We may talk, track body sensations, or explore beliefs and patterns that no longer serve you. Expect a warm, nonjudgmental space where your experience is truly honored.
Over time, sessions become a place to slow down, get in touch, and move below the surface. We may talk, track body sensations, or explore beliefs and patterns that no longer serve you. Expect a warm, nonjudgmental space where your experience is truly honored.
WHAT KIND OF RESULTS CAN I EXPECT FROM COUNSELING?
Clients often share they feel more centered, less reactive, and more connected to themselves and others. Therapy doesn't eliminate all of life's challenges—but it
helps you meet them with greater capacity. Both insight-oriented talk therapy and somatic work are cumulative—the benefits build over time.
helps you meet them with greater capacity. Both insight-oriented talk therapy and somatic work are cumulative—the benefits build over time.
DO YOU TAKE INSURANCE?
I’m an out-of-network provider, which means I don’t bill insurance directly and I’m not listed on insurance panels. However, I can provide a superbill you can submit to your insurance company for possible partial reimbursement.
Please check with your plan to understand your out-of-network mental health benefits, as each policy varies in terms of deductibles and reimbursement rates.
Please check with your plan to understand your out-of-network mental health benefits, as each policy varies in terms of deductibles and reimbursement rates.
WHAT IS YOUR FEE?
- Standard 50-minute session: $240 (individuals or couples)
- Longer sessions: Available and prorated based on this fee
- Reduced-fee slots: A limited number are available
- Payment accepted: Credit, debit, and HSA cards
WHAT IS YOUR AVAILABILITY?
I see clients Tuesday through Thursday by appointment, including evening hours. I do not offer weekend sessions.
I’M READY TO START THERAPY. WHAT’S MY NEXT STEP?
Readiness is everything. When you’re ready to reach out, you can contact me via phone, email, or through the contact page.
We'll schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation to chat. If it feels like a good match, we’ll set up your first session and begin—one step at a time.
We'll schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation to chat. If it feels like a good match, we’ll set up your first session and begin—one step at a time.
Photo by Victoria Schlicht
VICTORIA WALLACE SCHLICHT, MA, LMFT, SEP
[email protected]
1151 Dove Street, Ste. 285, Newport Beach, CA 92660
714.914.5565
"MAY YOU BE WELL.
MAY YOU BE HAPPY.
MAY YOU BE FREE OF SUFFERING."
~TIBETAN HEART MEDITATION
[email protected]
1151 Dove Street, Ste. 285, Newport Beach, CA 92660
714.914.5565
"MAY YOU BE WELL.
MAY YOU BE HAPPY.
MAY YOU BE FREE OF SUFFERING."
~TIBETAN HEART MEDITATION