Alexandra Mari Pelonia
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (760) 893-9151

Hope is powerful, and it’s something I want you to take with you from therapy.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the future, cultivating even a small sense of hope can create momentum. In our work together, we’ll focus on building that hope in tangible ways: setting meaningful goals, learning to embrace uncertainty with curiosity, and creating space for healthier relationships, boundaries, and self-respect.
I specialize in working with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, and trauma. Through my training and experience, I’ve come to see that hope isn’t just wishful thinking; instead, it’s a skill that can be nurtured. It takes clarity, intention, and practice, and I’m here to help guide you through that process.
If you're ready to feel more grounded, connected, and hopeful, I’m here and ready to support you. Let’s take that first step together. Reach out by phone or email to schedule your first session.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Alexandra Mari Pelonia now - (760) 893-9151
Let's Connect (760) 893-9151

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
- Couple Sessions $230
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Health Net
- Humana
- Humana Medicare
- Medi-Cal
- Medicare
- MHNet Behavioral Health
- Molina Healthcare
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY 33957 Alexandra Mari Pelonia
- Attended California School of Professional Psychology - Alliant International University , Doctor in Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2019
- Certificate from National Register of Health Service Psychologists 79904 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Alexandra Mari Pelonia
Psychologist, PsyD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (760) 893-9151
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Life Transitions
Expertise
- ADHD
- Bipolar Disorder
- Coping Skills
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Testing and Evaluation
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Part of Soul Tide Psychotherapy
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I also speak
Filipino
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
Filipino
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Alexandra Mari Pelonia
Psychologist, PsyD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (760) 893-9151
Location
Additional Location
Soul Tide Encinitas
163 Saxony Road
Suite 225
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 893-9151Group Practice
Soul Tide Psychotherapy