Therapists in Carlsbad, CA

My name is Wilene Chang, and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Jose, California, and working with clients in-person or via telehealth. I work with young adults and the elderly population, specializing in anxiety, stress, life concerns, using Client-Centered Therapy and the Humanistic Approach, allowing clients to make progress and trusting in me to support their concerns. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for most adults of various backgrounds, who may be dealing with challenges of life transitions and social pressures.

Feeling overwhelmed by life's complexities? You're not alone. Many people seek therapy to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship/intimacy challenges. They also yearn to build a more fulfilling and authentic life. Whether you're a couple facing communication issues, an individual struggling with self-esteem, or a family desiring deeper connections, I can help.

I am not a typical therapist. I see myself as a co-author, witness, helpful ally, teammate, collaborator and useful resource. Rather than taking a role as an “expert” by making assumptions or interpretations about your life, I love to use skillful conversation and artful question-asking to help you get past obstacles and problems. You are here on this page because you have strength in you, you have desire in you and you have healing in you. You are the main character in your own life. Therapy can either help or hinder the development of this character as someone powerful, capable and whole.

Are you exhausted from feeling trapped by constant stress and anxiety? Like you haven't taken a full breath today... Deepen your connection to life and light through psychodynamic therapy informed by the body mind connection. I work with clients in their late teens (15+) and adults with a variety of presenting issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, life transitions, self-esteem, chronic pain, and compounded trauma to name a few. As a neurodivergent queer therapist, I love serving the queer community and uniquely analytical community.

Hello! My name is Peter Kehoe, LMFT. I was licensed in 2002 and have had an eclectic and sometimes electric life experience to date. I believe in self determination and using support teams and individuals to create positive orientation. I started my journey in this field working with alcoholic adults in a group setting in the early '80s and later moved to a long term residential setting with adolescents with drug and alcohol issues. My internship was in an upper class community with the scions of these families that had substance use and behavioral disorders. Individual and family therapy were the mediums in those cases.

Please email me. DON'T CALL. I am a trauma-focused, EMDR-certified, clinical registered Art Therapist, and Marriage and Family Therapist. My offering is for those who wish to understand how one’s mind develops and how the body reacts to certain people or situations. The past has shaped our personality and habits, causing difficulty in living life at this moment. We will explore past experiences in order to identify the root(s) of the presenting symptoms so that we can be free to have choices and wisdom to take action for a healthier future.

When we can gain control over the elements that bring us down, anxiety, depression, and doubt, a sense of hope that healing is possible can arise. My goal is to help you break free from felt limitations, recover vital parts of yourself, and engage in a life with meaning. My experience includes helping people recover from the debilitating effects of trauma, complex trauma, and PTSD; manage and recover from anxiety, depression, grief, shame, and loss.

As a psychotherapist, I am continually committed to providing a safe and supportive experience for my clients. Using traditional and more current modalities I work to help people address behaviors that may affect interpersonal, relational, and career challenges. All are welcomed in therapy to learn new ways to manage the obstacles to personal social and occupational wellbeing. I work with people around longstanding issues of depression and anxiety, relationship difficulties, as well as adjustment to educational and career transitions.

Dr. Chircop-Rollick earned her B.A. in Counseling Psychology graduating Cuma Sum Luda from Hawaii Pacific University.She received her from Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA. Dr. Chircop-Rollick completed her M.S in Psych continuing onto a Dual PhD in Clinical Psychology and Industrial Psychology at California School of Professional Psych in San Diego; She is published in several peer reviewed, NIH funded journals Randomized Controlled Trial of Nurse-Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy VS Supportive Psychotherapy Telehealth Interventions for Chronic Back Pain Journal of Pain 19(9) April 2018 (Chircop-Rollick et Al). Randomized

We all have our own unique stories. However, we all share the human experience of facing challenges, difficulties, even trauma, in our lives. It is normal to feel fear, worry, sadness, or grief. But when overwhelming emotions or maladaptive behaviors interfere with our functioning, relationships and general well-being, seeking professional help can be the most significant step toward transforming your life. If you are struggling, know that you are not alone nor must you do so on your own. There is no shame in prioritizing mental health. It takes strength and courage to make this investment and commitment to yourself.

Are you grappling with anxiety, depression, OCD, or attention-related challenges? I’m a nationally recognized expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), the research-based treatment of choice for quickly and effectively treating depression, anxiety, and related problems. If you're in search of a personalized and collaborative therapeutic journey, I'm here to help you. My commitment as a psychologist is to understand your unique needs and collaborate with you to provide you with the most effective therapy science has to offer.

I offer a warm, open, and nonjudgmental space for exploration. Through the process of collaboration, we bring careful attention to the complexities of your life and create the opportunity for emotions, truths, and insights to emerge. Therapy is also a place to metabolize and be less alone with the particular stressors of your life, stressors that may be internal, interpersonal, social, and structural.

Alder has worked in the field of psychology since 2018, when they began providing mental health services to children and youth diagnosed with autism. Alder received their master’s degree in Psychology from Purdue University Global and has extensive experience working with neurodivergent clients. Alder is working to obtain their Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Chris is supervised by Dr. Katie Moore (PSY 32941). Alder believes in living life as their most authentic self and brings this authenticity into the therapeutic experience.

One of my primary career objectives is help people helping themselves. I see Psychotherapy as a powerful tool for self-assistance and personal growth. My primary mission as psychotherapist is to encourage and assist people in finding ways to solve their emotional problems and develop more effective coping skills to deal with their issues. Through therapy people may find help to improve self-esteem, obtain self-confidence that promote a better quality life. Additionally, people may work on interpersonal relationship issues, fears, emotional conflicts, and traumas.

Chronic disconnect in brain-body-psyche networks cause abnormal wear 'n' tear resulting in premature aging, illness and reduced quality of life. Common warning signs include pain, anxiety and profound melancholy.  Lifestyle imbalances morph into sleep disorders and addictions. Loneliness quickly oscillates to overstimulation and overwhelm leaving many trapped in the depths of isolation.  Perfectionism and procrastination thwart our best laid plans leading to learned helplessness. Human suffering is immensely burdensome, but the weight of the world is not ours to carry alone.