“It is an immense honor and privilege to support the process of self-discovery, healing, and ultimately transformation.”

- Cindy May

Dr. Cindy May is a licensed clinical psychologist and the founder of Newport Psychotherapy, a private practice based in Newport Beach, California.

She brings over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist, researcher, educator, and supervisor in the field of psychology.

Dr. May trained at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with leading experts in psychiatry and psychology and conducted clinical research for several years at the UCLA Medical Center.

Dr. May integrates psychodynamic therapy with cognitive-behavioral approaches, offering both depth-oriented exploration and practical, evidence-based strategies tailored to each client’s needs.

In her work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples, Dr. May creates a space of deep understanding and attunement, where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. Through this process, they develop greater insight into themselves, their relationships, and longstanding patterns, while also learning practical ways to navigate challenges in their daily lives.

Clients often describe their work with Dr. May as meaningful and impactful, leading to lasting changes in how they understand themselves and their relationships.

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