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Aviva Brandes

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

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Available both in-person and online
San Diego, CA 92108
Welcome! Life can feel overwhelming, and sometimes it can be difficult to manage the weight of everything on our own. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or simply trying to navigate the challenges of everyday life, it’s important to know that you don’t have to face it alone.
As a therapist, I aim to create a warm, non-judgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and safe. Together, we can explore your thoughts and emotions at a pace that feels right for you, helping you develop the tools you need to feel more grounded and empowered.
It is within our vulnerability that lies our beauty and our strength. I hope and look forward to have the opportunity to work with you.
Call or Aviva Brandes now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 837-3534

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Diego, CA 92108

(619) 837-3534
I offer individual, couple, and family therapy sessions both in person in San Diego and online via telehealth.
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (619) 837-3534
Photo of Aviva Brandes, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Diego, CA 92108

(619) 837-3534
I offer individual, couple, and family therapy sessions both in person in San Diego and online via telehealth.
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Meritain Health
  • Out of Network
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I currently offer sliding-scale fees for those who are out of network, and can also provide a superbill to help with insurance reimbursement. Please contact me directly for more information.
Photo of Aviva Brandes, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Aviva Brandes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 837-3534
"
I currently offer sliding-scale fees for those who are out of network, and can also provide a superbill to help with insurance reimbursement. Please contact me directly for more information.
Photo of Aviva Brandes, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Aviva Brandes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 837-3534

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 159677 Aviva Brandes
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Feel free to ask me about qualifications and training experience. I would love to speak with you!
Photo of Aviva Brandes, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Aviva Brandes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 837-3534
"
Feel free to ask me about qualifications and training experience. I would love to speak with you!
Photo of Aviva Brandes, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Aviva Brandes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 837-3534

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma, using tailored approaches to foster growth and healing.
Photo of Aviva Brandes, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Aviva Brandes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 837-3534
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I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma, using tailored approaches to foster growth and healing.
Photo of Aviva Brandes, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Aviva Brandes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 837-3534

7 Endorsements

Jennifer L Reza
Jennifer L Reza
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFTYTT-200
Working with Aviva has shown me how much her clients benefit from her warmth and trauma expertise. She's relatable, thoughtful, and is one of my top choices for EMDR referrals. I trust her care and approach completely.
Matt Bishop
Matt Bishop
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTEdD
Aviva is great! She's so warm & personable. She really knows her stuff. She's got a positive demeanor that feels mature at the same time. She puts clients at easy by helping them understand complicated things about themselves & their relationships!
Anat Mor Betzalel
Anat Mor Betzalel
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Aviva creates a compassionate, nonjudgmental space and draws on a mix of approaches, from CBT to somatic work, to support each person's unique needs. She offers a safe, thoughtful, and deeply attuned environment for healing. I highly recommend her!
Tanya Dantus
Tanya Dantus
Marriage & Family TherapistMAMFT
Aviva brings depth and skill honed through her work in dual diagnosis treatment. She's compassionate, knowledgeable, and particularly attuned to young adults navigating life transitions. Her EMDR training and genuine care make her an excellent resource.
Ludmila Zaytsev
Ludmila Zaytsev
PsychologistPhD
I highly recommend Aviva. She brings a warm, welcoming presence that fosters trust, which is critical for those healing from trauma. Her rare blend of youthful energy and mature insight helps clients feel safe, supported, and genuinely encouraged.
Rooky Hayman
Rooky Hayman
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateMSAMFT
Aviva has a rare gift for listening with full presence and genuine joy. She brings curiosity and depth to her work with young adults facing grief and major life transitions. Anyone seeking heartfelt, attentive support would be lucky to work with her.
Katherine Ulanday
Katherine Ulanday
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Aviva is a compassionate and dedicated clinician who brings warmth, professionalism, and genuine care to her clients and team. Working alongside her in a PHP setting, she consistently created a supportive and healing environment for those in treatment.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Blind Allied
Deaf Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Blind Allied
Deaf Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Integrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Trauma Focused
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As an integrative therapist trained in EMDR, I have found it to be an effective tool for helping clients process trauma and create lasting emotional healing. Let's discuss which form of therapy might be best suited for you.
Photo of Aviva Brandes, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Aviva Brandes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 837-3534
"
As an integrative therapist trained in EMDR, I have found it to be an effective tool for helping clients process trauma and create lasting emotional healing. Let's discuss which form of therapy might be best suited for you.
Photo of Aviva Brandes, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Aviva Brandes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 837-3534

Location

Primary Location

San Diego, CA 92108

(619) 837-3534

Nearby Areas

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I offer individual, couple, and family therapy sessions both in person in San Diego and online via telehealth.
Photo of Aviva Brandes, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Aviva Brandes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 837-3534
"
I offer individual, couple, and family therapy sessions both in person in San Diego and online via telehealth.
Photo of Aviva Brandes, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Aviva Brandes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 837-3534