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Amy O'Neill

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

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Currently unable to accept new clients
3150 Pio Pico Drive Carlsbad, CA 92008
You may be feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to move forward. Anxiety, grief, family stress, or relationship challenges can intersect with pressures around school, friendships, expectations, and figuring out who you are and where you fit. For parents and caregivers, you may be feeling concerned about your teen and wanting guidance on how to better support them. Whether you’re a teen, adult, part of a couple, or a family seeking support, you may be looking for meaningful change, stronger relationships, and tools to move forward with greater confidence and connection. Together, we focus on improving communication, strengthening trust,
I provide trauma-informed, collaborative therapy specializing in teens, young adults, adults, students, athletes, & families. Using attachment-based, Emotionally Focused, & family-centered approaches, I support anxiety, relationship stress, trauma, grief, adoption & foster care experiences, & life transitions while building insight, connection, & resilience.
Beginning therapy can be a meaningful step toward feeling more grounded, connected, and supported. Together, we create a space where you can slow down, better understand what you’re experiencing, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence. When you feel ready, I would be glad to support you in this next step.
Call or Amy O'Neill now for a free 15 minute consultation - (442) 255-3331

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

WAVE Therapy

3150 Pio Pico Drive

Carlsbad, CA 92008 map

(442) 255-3331
My website
Sessions are available in person at my Carlsbad office or online via secure video. I offer appointments most weekdays and some evenings.
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (442) 255-3331
Photo of Amy O'Neill, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

WAVE Therapy

3150 Pio Pico Drive

Carlsbad, CA 92008 map

(442) 255-3331
My website
Sessions are available in person at my Carlsbad office or online via secure video. I offer appointments most weekdays and some evenings.
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Community Health Group, CHG
  • ComPsych
  • First Health
  • Magellan
  • Medicare
  • MHNet Behavioral Health
  • Optum
  • Private Pay
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I accept many major insurance plans and also offer private pay. Insurance plans vary, so you can view the full list on the WAVE Therapy website. We handle insurance billing directly and do not provide superbills.
Photo of Amy O'Neill, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Amy O'Neill
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 255-3331
"
I accept many major insurance plans and also offer private pay. Insurance plans vary, so you can view the full list on the WAVE Therapy website. We handle insurance billing directly and do not provide superbills.
Photo of Amy O'Neill, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Amy O'Neill
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 255-3331

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 159958 Supervised by Mary Roberts (California / 91518) Amy O'Neill
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Attended National University, MA, Graduated 2025
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I support children, teens, couples, and families with a strength-based approach, including foster and adoptive youth. With nine years in a school setting, I also help teens and young adults build resilience while navigating substance use and co-occurring challenges.
Photo of Amy O'Neill, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Amy O'Neill
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 255-3331
"
I support children, teens, couples, and families with a strength-based approach, including foster and adoptive youth. With nine years in a school setting, I also help teens and young adults build resilience while navigating substance use and co-occurring challenges.
Photo of Amy O'Neill, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Amy O'Neill
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 255-3331

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Caregivers
  • Child
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Foster Care
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, grief, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Together, we explore what's bringing you in and create a personalized, strength-based plan. Clients often experience increased clarity, emotional regulation, and confidence as they build skills for lasting change.
Photo of Amy O'Neill, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Amy O'Neill
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 255-3331
"
I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, grief, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Together, we explore what's bringing you in and create a personalized, strength-based plan. Clients often experience increased clarity, emotional regulation, and confidence as they build skills for lasting change.
Photo of Amy O'Neill, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Amy O'Neill
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 255-3331

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Family Systems
  • Family Systems, Psychoeducation & Skills Building
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Intervention
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Informed Therapy
  • Narrative
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a strength-based, trauma-informed approach grounded in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and somatic therapy. Together, we explore what brings you to therapy while building insight, coping skills, emotional awareness, and practical tools that strengthen resilience, support healthier relationships, and promote meaningful, lasting change.
Photo of Amy O'Neill, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Amy O'Neill
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 255-3331
"
I use a strength-based, trauma-informed approach grounded in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and somatic therapy. Together, we explore what brings you to therapy while building insight, coping skills, emotional awareness, and practical tools that strengthen resilience, support healthier relationships, and promote meaningful, lasting change.
Photo of Amy O'Neill, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Amy O'Neill
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (442) 255-3331

Location

Primary Location

WAVE Therapy

3150 Pio Pico Drive

Carlsbad, CA 92008

(442) 255-3331
"
Sessions are available in person at my Carlsbad office or online via secure video. I offer appointments most weekdays and some evenings.
Photo of Amy O'Neill, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Amy O'Neill
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (442) 255-3331
"
Sessions are available in person at my Carlsbad office or online via secure video. I offer appointments most weekdays and some evenings.
Photo of Amy O'Neill, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Amy O'Neill
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (442) 255-3331