Therapists in San Diego, CA
Leslie Salas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92127
She primarily works with adult clients dealing with Co-Occurring disorders, Substance Use, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Personality Disorders.
Leslie Salas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2023. Leslie, as a first-generation Mexican American, is passionate about providing mental health support to those who are bilingual or monolingual (Spanish/English). She understands and empathizes with the challenges faced by individuals coming to the United States. Leslie offers Evidence-Based Therapy approaches such as DBT, ACT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy.
She primarily works with adult clients dealing with Co-Occurring disorders, Substance Use, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Personality Disorders.
Leslie Salas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2023. Leslie, as a first-generation Mexican American, is passionate about providing mental health support to those who are bilingual or monolingual (Spanish/English). She understands and empathizes with the challenges faced by individuals coming to the United States. Leslie offers Evidence-Based Therapy approaches such as DBT, ACT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Philip Weck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92120
Philip is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW7719), practicing since 1972 and practicing in California since 1979. He has practiced in outpatient psychiatry at Scripps Clinic, Kaiser Permanente & PsyCare/LifeStance Health over the course of those years. He is experienced in the treatment of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relational problems, issues having to do with loss. He is experienced in dealing with patients with severe & complicated medical conditions.
Philip is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW7719), practicing since 1972 and practicing in California since 1979. He has practiced in outpatient psychiatry at Scripps Clinic, Kaiser Permanente & PsyCare/LifeStance Health over the course of those years. He is experienced in the treatment of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relational problems, issues having to do with loss. He is experienced in dealing with patients with severe & complicated medical conditions.
Danielle McGuire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92115
Dani McGuire is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with more than 5 years of experience specializing in depression, issues stemming from a distorted self-image/low self-esteem, Bipolar/mood disorders, trauma, stress, anxiety, grief, ADHD, and behavioral concerns. Dani treats clients between the ages of 4 and 40 utilizing a person centered theworld/strengths based, familys systems, evidence based therapy, and skills building approach tailored to the specific needs of each client.
Dani McGuire is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with more than 5 years of experience specializing in depression, issues stemming from a distorted self-image/low self-esteem, Bipolar/mood disorders, trauma, stress, anxiety, grief, ADHD, and behavioral concerns. Dani treats clients between the ages of 4 and 40 utilizing a person centered theworld/strengths based, familys systems, evidence based therapy, and skills building approach tailored to the specific needs of each client.
Grow Through Life Counseling Scripps Ranch
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92131
Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Scripps Ranch, CA and via Telehealth in CA. We have immediate openings and are accepting new clients. Our Mission is to provide quality counseling for all ages throughout life. We provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care for all children, teens, adults, couples and families. We respect each family member's unique identities, perspectives and experiences in life. With effective and creative psychotherapeutic interventions, we support emotional growth and the development during various stages of life to be healthier.
Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Scripps Ranch, CA and via Telehealth in CA. We have immediate openings and are accepting new clients. Our Mission is to provide quality counseling for all ages throughout life. We provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care for all children, teens, adults, couples and families. We respect each family member's unique identities, perspectives and experiences in life. With effective and creative psychotherapeutic interventions, we support emotional growth and the development during various stages of life to be healthier.
Elizabeth Duvall
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130
Elizabeth Duvall, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist licensed to practice in California since 2020. Dr. Duvall earned a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles hub. She completed her training and internships at The Clare Foundation in Santa Monica, California, The Farr Center in Los Angeles, and has worked at several private practices throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
Elizabeth Duvall, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist licensed to practice in California since 2020. Dr. Duvall earned a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles hub. She completed her training and internships at The Clare Foundation in Santa Monica, California, The Farr Center in Los Angeles, and has worked at several private practices throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
Debra Berl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92123
Debra Berl is a Licensed Clinical Social worker who completed her graduate degree in 1991 and was licensed in 1995. She has been working in the field of Social Work and Counseling since 1991. Debra treats clients from all backgrounds with a focus on adults and adolescents. Debra's area of experience and training include: grief and loss, coping with chronic pain and illness, depression, women's issues, LGBTQ concerns, supporting parents of children with special needs and treating anxiety disorders.
Debra Berl is a Licensed Clinical Social worker who completed her graduate degree in 1991 and was licensed in 1995. She has been working in the field of Social Work and Counseling since 1991. Debra treats clients from all backgrounds with a focus on adults and adolescents. Debra's area of experience and training include: grief and loss, coping with chronic pain and illness, depression, women's issues, LGBTQ concerns, supporting parents of children with special needs and treating anxiety disorders.
David Debus
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92123
David Debus treats patients starting at 16 year old. Dr. DeBus, Ph.D. is a Licensed clinical psychologist with a Master's in Religion from the Claremont School of Theology, Dr. DeBus works with religiously and spiritually oriented people. Poet, with a degree from UCLA in English, he also studied music at UCSD. He also works with creative people.
David Debus treats patients starting at 16 year old. Dr. DeBus, Ph.D. is a Licensed clinical psychologist with a Master's in Religion from the Claremont School of Theology, Dr. DeBus works with religiously and spiritually oriented people. Poet, with a degree from UCLA in English, he also studied music at UCSD. He also works with creative people.
Amy Horne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92120
Amy Horne is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She graduated from Argosy University in 2012 with a Masters in Counseling- Psychology. Amy utilizes a family systems approach to treat individuals, couples and families. Her passion is to help her clients gain insight and improve interpersonal relationships. She believes that improved communication, understanding and connection will lead to better overall well-being. In her spare time, Amy enjoys outdoor adventure/exercise, travel with her family and cheering on her two children field side.
Amy Horne is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She graduated from Argosy University in 2012 with a Masters in Counseling- Psychology. Amy utilizes a family systems approach to treat individuals, couples and families. Her passion is to help her clients gain insight and improve interpersonal relationships. She believes that improved communication, understanding and connection will lead to better overall well-being. In her spare time, Amy enjoys outdoor adventure/exercise, travel with her family and cheering on her two children field side.
Grow Through Life Counseling Sorrento Valley
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Sorrento Valley, CA and via Telehealth in CA. We have immediate openings and are accepting new clients. Our Mission is to provide quality counseling for all ages throughout life. We provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care for all children, teens, adults, couples and families. We respect each family member's unique identities, perspectives and experiences in life. With effective and creative psychotherapeutic interventions, we support emotional growth and development during various stages of life to be healthier.
Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Sorrento Valley, CA and via Telehealth in CA. We have immediate openings and are accepting new clients. Our Mission is to provide quality counseling for all ages throughout life. We provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care for all children, teens, adults, couples and families. We respect each family member's unique identities, perspectives and experiences in life. With effective and creative psychotherapeutic interventions, we support emotional growth and development during various stages of life to be healthier.
Mike Steinweg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92120
Mike Steinweg is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 1997. He has a BA in Psychology from Arizona State University, an MSW from San Diego State University, and an MSTOM from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Mike has a curious and compassionate perspective geared toward helping clients gain a greater sense of control and satisfaction in their lives, without judgement. He is also a licensed holistic practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine. Mike has a great deal of experience working with teens and adults as well as couples and families.
Mike Steinweg is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 1997. He has a BA in Psychology from Arizona State University, an MSW from San Diego State University, and an MSTOM from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Mike has a curious and compassionate perspective geared toward helping clients gain a greater sense of control and satisfaction in their lives, without judgement. He is also a licensed holistic practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine. Mike has a great deal of experience working with teens and adults as well as couples and families.
Therapy-Connection
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
Mission Statement Our mission is to provide individualized and evidence-based treatment to address the unique issues and concerns of the individual, couple, and family. We focus on a collaborative approach to therapy and place importance on engaging with clients in an authentic and genuine manner. People are often faced with difficulties and issues that pre
Mission Statement Our mission is to provide individualized and evidence-based treatment to address the unique issues and concerns of the individual, couple, and family. We focus on a collaborative approach to therapy and place importance on engaging with clients in an authentic and genuine manner. People are often faced with difficulties and issues that pre
Heidi Stark-Bank
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130
Dr. Heidi Stark-Bank is a dedicated and devoted psychotherapist at LifeStance Health Nevada. She serves patients in and around both Las Vegas, NV and greater California. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, and health-related concerns through counseling sessions. She also offers cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy, and couples counseling, and advice on teenage and adolescent issues. Additionally, Dr. Stark-Bank was trained in assisting individuals with health and medical problems to help cope with their adjustment difficulties and life changes.
Dr. Heidi Stark-Bank is a dedicated and devoted psychotherapist at LifeStance Health Nevada. She serves patients in and around both Las Vegas, NV and greater California. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, and health-related concerns through counseling sessions. She also offers cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy, and couples counseling, and advice on teenage and adolescent issues. Additionally, Dr. Stark-Bank was trained in assisting individuals with health and medical problems to help cope with their adjustment difficulties and life changes.
Yana Drukin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92127
Yana Drukin is a Board Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social work and a Masters in Clinical Social Work from Israel. In addition, she completed 3 years of Psychoanalytically Oriented Psychotherapy study and training. She has 13 years of experience working in outpatient mental health clinics and private practice settings. In her practice she utilizes multimodal therapeutic approaches as psychodynamic, CBT, brief intervention, psycho-educational, coaching, and can adapt her treatment approach to meet the client's needs.
Yana Drukin is a Board Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social work and a Masters in Clinical Social Work from Israel. In addition, she completed 3 years of Psychoanalytically Oriented Psychotherapy study and training. She has 13 years of experience working in outpatient mental health clinics and private practice settings. In her practice she utilizes multimodal therapeutic approaches as psychodynamic, CBT, brief intervention, psycho-educational, coaching, and can adapt her treatment approach to meet the client's needs.
Karyn Donado
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92123
Karyn Donado is an MFT who has been practicing since 1997 in a variety of roles within the helping profession. Karyn graduated from Chapman University in 1997 with a Masters Degree in Psychology with a MFT emphasis. Karyn believes in a strength based and client centered approach along with using modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral, Behavioral, Problem Solving, Solution Focused, Mindfulness, and others to be able to meet the needs of a diverse population.
Karyn Donado is an MFT who has been practicing since 1997 in a variety of roles within the helping profession. Karyn graduated from Chapman University in 1997 with a Masters Degree in Psychology with a MFT emphasis. Karyn believes in a strength based and client centered approach along with using modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral, Behavioral, Problem Solving, Solution Focused, Mindfulness, and others to be able to meet the needs of a diverse population.
Christine Calix
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130
Dr. Calix earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Psychology in 1980. She completed her postdoctoral internship with the U. S. Navy treating patients with substance abuse disorders and military adjustment issues. Dr. Calix has extensive training and experience in her field working with adolescents and adults. She has been practicing, award-winning psychologist for over 40 years. She is licensed to practice psychology in California.
Dr. Calix earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Psychology in 1980. She completed her postdoctoral internship with the U. S. Navy treating patients with substance abuse disorders and military adjustment issues. Dr. Calix has extensive training and experience in her field working with adolescents and adults. She has been practicing, award-winning psychologist for over 40 years. She is licensed to practice psychology in California.
Jessica Cormier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92123
Jessica Cormier is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Massachusetts who has been practicing since 2018. Jessica provides an empathic and eclectic, person-centered approach to treating individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and relational challenges. She uses a variety of evidence-based approaches ranging from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing in order to support clients in overcoming challenges and healing from past traumas. Outside of work, Jessica is an avid traveler, amateur nature photographer and baker.
Jessica Cormier is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Massachusetts who has been practicing since 2018. Jessica provides an empathic and eclectic, person-centered approach to treating individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and relational challenges. She uses a variety of evidence-based approaches ranging from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing in order to support clients in overcoming challenges and healing from past traumas. Outside of work, Jessica is an avid traveler, amateur nature photographer and baker.
Sharna Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92127
Sharna Miller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2018. Sharna provides a warm, empathic approach focused on building a healthy therapeutic relationship and working together to empower the client. She additionally is strengths-based and likes to address what is already working well for a client. With her social work background, Sharna is very skilled at finding and helping clients utilize resources in the community. Outside of work, Sharna loves to spend time with her friends and family whether it's getting lunch, walking the farmers market, going to the beach, or going on a walk.
Sharna Miller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2018. Sharna provides a warm, empathic approach focused on building a healthy therapeutic relationship and working together to empower the client. She additionally is strengths-based and likes to address what is already working well for a client. With her social work background, Sharna is very skilled at finding and helping clients utilize resources in the community. Outside of work, Sharna loves to spend time with her friends and family whether it's getting lunch, walking the farmers market, going to the beach, or going on a walk.
Kiyana Kianfar-Jagoda
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
Dr. Kiyana Kianfar-Jagoda is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2017. Dr. Kianfar-Jagoda earned her Bachelor of Psychology from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL, Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University in San Diego, CA and Doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in San Diego, CA. She has 11 years of experience treating adolescents and adults with co-occurring disorders and complex trauma.
Dr. Kiyana Kianfar-Jagoda is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2017. Dr. Kianfar-Jagoda earned her Bachelor of Psychology from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL, Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University in San Diego, CA and Doctorate in Applied Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in San Diego, CA. She has 11 years of experience treating adolescents and adults with co-occurring disorders and complex trauma.
Cynde Perry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92120
Cynde Perry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing over 30 years. In addition to her Master's in Social Work, Cynde graduated from UCSD with a Master's in Leadership of Healthcare Organizations. Cynde's experience in management provides a unique opportunity to help those with workplace issues. Cynde has a long history of working with the foster care system, providing therapy to those who have experienced childhood/family trauma. Cynde is trained in Acceptance and Commitment therapy, (ACT), which is her primary treatment approach.
Cynde Perry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing over 30 years. In addition to her Master's in Social Work, Cynde graduated from UCSD with a Master's in Leadership of Healthcare Organizations. Cynde's experience in management provides a unique opportunity to help those with workplace issues. Cynde has a long history of working with the foster care system, providing therapy to those who have experienced childhood/family trauma. Cynde is trained in Acceptance and Commitment therapy, (ACT), which is her primary treatment approach.
Susan Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92127
Susan Rae Miller is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 35 years experience working with adults, adolescents, and children in an outpatient setting. She received her master's and doctoral degrees from the School of Education at the University of Houston and has extensive post-graduate training in the managed care model of treating depression and anxiety disorders. Her treatment utilizes a solution-oriented, cognitive/behavioral, time-limited approach intended to provide symptom relief to patients. She encourages homework between sessions to practice coping skill and problem solving techniques.
Susan Rae Miller is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 35 years experience working with adults, adolescents, and children in an outpatient setting. She received her master's and doctoral degrees from the School of Education at the University of Houston and has extensive post-graduate training in the managed care model of treating depression and anxiety disorders. Her treatment utilizes a solution-oriented, cognitive/behavioral, time-limited approach intended to provide symptom relief to patients. She encourages homework between sessions to practice coping skill and problem solving techniques.
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Bipolar Disorder Therapists
What is the most successful approach to treating bipolar disorder?
Living with bipolar disorder can be challenging, and a number of therapies have been found effective in providing support to patients as they gain the skills to understand and manage the disorder. Family-focused therapy is often helpful for children and teens (the majority of cases develop before age 19); it aims to minimize mood cycling by improving family communication and reducing conflict. It also helps young people navigate the developmental challenges the disorder can create. Cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) and variants such as Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)help patients manage the thoughts and feelings that influence bipolar mood swings as well as develop specific behavioral strategies to counteract them.
What happens in therapy for bipolar disorder?
Because the patterns of mood switching and its triggers differ for each person and can change over time, mood tracking or monitoring becomes a basic way patients learn about the nature of their condition. One of the most common features of therapy is finding a workable method of mood monitoring, in which patients track their daily activities and rate their moods, then use the findings to adjust routines accordingly. Patients learn ways of handling the many stresses that arise in life so that they do not trigger mood swings.
What kinds of problems does therapy help with?
Like many other mental health disorders, BPD is heavily influenced by stress; therapy provides skills for coping with stressors of all kinds. Therapy is extremely important for helping individuals identify the situations that may trigger mood switching, so that mood swings can be prevented. Therapy may especially target recognition of the early stages of mood change so that they can be managed. In addition, therapy helps patients deal with the significant amount of turbulence the disorder can create in relationships and in work life.
What is the goal of therapy for bipolar disorder?
Therapy helps patients set up their lives to maintain stability so that their mood isn’t constantly threatened by daily events. Perhaps the first task of therapy is to educate people about the nature of the disorder. At the same time, a primary goal of therapy is to enhance adherence to drug treatment. Extended periods of mood stability can prompt patients to discontinue medication, triggering relapse, while the early phases of manic episodes can feel so energizing that patients stop medication, ushering in full-blown mania and the altered self-perception that can lead to destructive behaviors. Another major goal of therapy is to understand one’s mood patterns so as to minimize both the frequency and intensity of mood cycling.