Therapists for Adults in Camp Pendleton, CA
So you’ve known for a while that you needed to talk to a therapist, but you’re not sure who will actually get you. Glad you found me.
Maybe you’ve held it together so well that even you started believing your struggles weren’t “that bad.” You’ve learned to go it alone, carry all the responsibility, and push through. For a while, it worked: you checked the boxes, hit the milestones, got the bag.
But now you’re exhausted, overthinking, and wondering why a life that looks fine on paper still feels so hard and empty.
So you’ve known for a while that you needed to talk to a therapist, but you’re not sure who will actually get you. Glad you found me.
Maybe you’ve held it together so well that even you started believing your struggles weren’t “that bad.” You’ve learned to go it alone, carry all the responsibility, and push through. For a while, it worked: you checked the boxes, hit the milestones, got the bag.
But now you’re exhausted, overthinking, and wondering why a life that looks fine on paper still feels so hard and empty.
A mentor once told me, "We can't negotiate the terms of our own surrender," and that has framed my approach toward acceptance and healing as we live life on life's terms. Sometimes we need to take a step back to reflect on a new way to approach situations when "our way" seems to be getting in our way. I invite you to bring awareness to what brought you to this page and if the above message resonates, let's chat.
A mentor once told me, "We can't negotiate the terms of our own surrender," and that has framed my approach toward acceptance and healing as we live life on life's terms. Sometimes we need to take a step back to reflect on a new way to approach situations when "our way" seems to be getting in our way. I invite you to bring awareness to what brought you to this page and if the above message resonates, let's chat.
I am licensed in California and hold additional certification in Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents (ACEIPS) with PESI.
We are perfectly imperfect beings wholly deserving of authentic and meaningful lives. For many of us, we strive to feel heard, be seen, and accepted for who we are. Being disconnected from our truth can lead to feelings of loneliness, hopelessness, and helplessness. Through the many seasons of our lives, we are met with unforeseen challenges that impact our ability to navigate life easefully. Reaching out for help is not a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of immense strength. When we feel lost or unsure of what to do next, inviting an empathic other on our journey can be a life changing experience.
I am licensed in California and hold additional certification in Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents (ACEIPS) with PESI.
We are perfectly imperfect beings wholly deserving of authentic and meaningful lives. For many of us, we strive to feel heard, be seen, and accepted for who we are. Being disconnected from our truth can lead to feelings of loneliness, hopelessness, and helplessness. Through the many seasons of our lives, we are met with unforeseen challenges that impact our ability to navigate life easefully. Reaching out for help is not a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of immense strength. When we feel lost or unsure of what to do next, inviting an empathic other on our journey can be a life changing experience.
I serve Military Service Members and Veterans, as well as Law Enforcement and Emergency Medical Services personnel.
I serve Military Service Members and Veterans, as well as Law Enforcement and Emergency Medical Services personnel.
Sara Patterson is a licensed clinical psychologist, PSY26584, specializing in the therapeutic care and psychological treatment of adults, college students, and adolescents navigating Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as grief and loss, relationship challenges, and life transitions using a solution focused application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Dr. Giglio Patterson's background includes experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She has experience working with adults and children diagnosed with depression, anxiety, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and behavior disorders to provide effective coping strategies and improve functioning.
Sara Patterson is a licensed clinical psychologist, PSY26584, specializing in the therapeutic care and psychological treatment of adults, college students, and adolescents navigating Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as grief and loss, relationship challenges, and life transitions using a solution focused application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Dr. Giglio Patterson's background includes experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She has experience working with adults and children diagnosed with depression, anxiety, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and behavior disorders to provide effective coping strategies and improve functioning.
I try to focus on the client’s needs and how we can team up to manage symptoms and resolve areas of conflict. I have over 40 years of experience in PTSD, complex trauma, depression and anxiety. I have worked closely with the military providing confidential services to Active Duty Personnel, Family Dependents and Veterans. Military life presents a unique lifestyle and added stresses not always understood in the general population. I also enjoying working with Seniors as they navigate through life and are presented with new challenges.
I try to focus on the client’s needs and how we can team up to manage symptoms and resolve areas of conflict. I have over 40 years of experience in PTSD, complex trauma, depression and anxiety. I have worked closely with the military providing confidential services to Active Duty Personnel, Family Dependents and Veterans. Military life presents a unique lifestyle and added stresses not always understood in the general population. I also enjoying working with Seniors as they navigate through life and are presented with new challenges.
I work with Military, First Responders, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, BPD, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery & Treating Adult Children of Emotional Immature Parents.
My practice focuses on diversity, compassion, & self-discovery. I’ve dedicated my sessions to creating a space of safety. I focus on Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Survivors, somatic reprocessing, ACEIPS, & Trauma informed care, I cater EMDR, DBT, CBT, IFS, and somatic work to create a holistic approach. There is no right or wrong, good or bad, in healing.
I work with Military, First Responders, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, BPD, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery & Treating Adult Children of Emotional Immature Parents.
My practice focuses on diversity, compassion, & self-discovery. I’ve dedicated my sessions to creating a space of safety. I focus on Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Survivors, somatic reprocessing, ACEIPS, & Trauma informed care, I cater EMDR, DBT, CBT, IFS, and somatic work to create a holistic approach. There is no right or wrong, good or bad, in healing.
I specialize in helping adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns.
I have treated people with a variety of traumatic and stressful experiences, and am certified in Prolonged Exposure (PE) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), both of which are evidence-based treatments for PTSD. I also employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based interventions.
I specialize in helping adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns.
I have treated people with a variety of traumatic and stressful experiences, and am certified in Prolonged Exposure (PE) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), both of which are evidence-based treatments for PTSD. I also employ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness-based interventions.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or addiction who are seeking a compassionate and understanding space to address their challenges. Many of the people I support face cultural or military-related concerns, severe mental health conditions, or difficulties with social skills. They strive to manage symptoms, enhance emotional regulation, improve interpersonal effectiveness, and achieve a sense of overall well-being. These individuals are motivated to engage in therapy, open to evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and CPT and are committed to creating positive changes in their lives.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or addiction who are seeking a compassionate and understanding space to address their challenges. Many of the people I support face cultural or military-related concerns, severe mental health conditions, or difficulties with social skills. They strive to manage symptoms, enhance emotional regulation, improve interpersonal effectiveness, and achieve a sense of overall well-being. These individuals are motivated to engage in therapy, open to evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and CPT and are committed to creating positive changes in their lives.
Amy Leigh Fernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Hey there! Deciding to start the journey of therapy is something people come to for so many reasons. To heal trauma. To grieve. To vent. To find the way through a huge life transition. To discover who they are. To learn better ways to cope. To find a way to become un-stuck when things just aren’t working. It is about sitting through feelings in a safe space where you can develop new patterns and experience emotional wellness and healing. I practice from a variety of theoretical frameworks, drawing on aspects of Cognitive-Behavioral and Psychodynamic approaches through a trauma-informed lens.
Hey there! Deciding to start the journey of therapy is something people come to for so many reasons. To heal trauma. To grieve. To vent. To find the way through a huge life transition. To discover who they are. To learn better ways to cope. To find a way to become un-stuck when things just aren’t working. It is about sitting through feelings in a safe space where you can develop new patterns and experience emotional wellness and healing. I practice from a variety of theoretical frameworks, drawing on aspects of Cognitive-Behavioral and Psychodynamic approaches through a trauma-informed lens.
Priscilla deVera Pasoquen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, CVMHP
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
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Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
She has experience working with adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, interpersonal conflict, family and relationship issues, and life transitions.
Sam Rodriguez Zuniga is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from Mount Saint Mary’s University. Her therapeutic approach is humanistic and integrative, utilizing various methods tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Her modalities include CBT, DBT, ACT, SFBT, Family Systems, and more.
She has experience working with adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, grief, interpersonal conflict, family and relationship issues, and life transitions.
Sam Rodriguez Zuniga is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from Mount Saint Mary’s University. Her therapeutic approach is humanistic and integrative, utilizing various methods tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Her modalities include CBT, DBT, ACT, SFBT, Family Systems, and more.
I often work with women on processing trauma, improving self-confidence, and establishing healthier relational dynamics. As women, it can be difficult to be direct with others or even prioritize our own well-being while balancing everything else. Therapy can be a place where you get more comfortable taking up space and unlearn painful patterns. Are you interested in increasing your emotional intelligence and living in line with your values? If you're tired of repeating unhelpful patterns or want to feel more confident and at peace with yourself and in your relationships, I can help you navigate these changes and cheer you on.
I often work with women on processing trauma, improving self-confidence, and establishing healthier relational dynamics. As women, it can be difficult to be direct with others or even prioritize our own well-being while balancing everything else. Therapy can be a place where you get more comfortable taking up space and unlearn painful patterns. Are you interested in increasing your emotional intelligence and living in line with your values? If you're tired of repeating unhelpful patterns or want to feel more confident and at peace with yourself and in your relationships, I can help you navigate these changes and cheer you on.
I've worked with students from pre-school to adult, from severely disabled to gifted.
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist and have been in practice for over 18 years. I specialize in diagnosis of disorders that impact learning such as Dyslexia ADHD, Auditory and Visual Processing Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Dysgraphia, and social/emotional difficulties (Anxiety, Self-Esteem). If your or your child is frustrated, has difficulty following directions, or has challenges with peers it may be due to an underlying issue and I will work to shed light on and resolve those issues. Through assessment you or your child can be relieved of frustrations and find success at school or in the workplace.
I've worked with students from pre-school to adult, from severely disabled to gifted.
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist and have been in practice for over 18 years. I specialize in diagnosis of disorders that impact learning such as Dyslexia ADHD, Auditory and Visual Processing Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Dysgraphia, and social/emotional difficulties (Anxiety, Self-Esteem). If your or your child is frustrated, has difficulty following directions, or has challenges with peers it may be due to an underlying issue and I will work to shed light on and resolve those issues. Through assessment you or your child can be relieved of frustrations and find success at school or in the workplace.
I specialize in working with adult women & femmes navigating trauma, anxiety and depression.
Hi, I'm Cecilia Kim, a Korean American licensed therapist and the founder of Honest Ground Therapy—a space rooted in deep presence, cultural wisdom and real healing. My work is guided by the Korean concept of nunchi (눈치), the subtle art of emotional attunement and relational awareness. Nunchi isn’t just a cultural value for me; it’s a way of being. It shapes how I listen, how I hold space and how I honor each client’s unspoken truth. At Honest Ground Therapy, you won’t find surface level advice or forced positivity. This is a space where you can be fully seen in your complexity where nuance, depth and transformation are honored.
I specialize in working with adult women & femmes navigating trauma, anxiety and depression.
Hi, I'm Cecilia Kim, a Korean American licensed therapist and the founder of Honest Ground Therapy—a space rooted in deep presence, cultural wisdom and real healing. My work is guided by the Korean concept of nunchi (눈치), the subtle art of emotional attunement and relational awareness. Nunchi isn’t just a cultural value for me; it’s a way of being. It shapes how I listen, how I hold space and how I honor each client’s unspoken truth. At Honest Ground Therapy, you won’t find surface level advice or forced positivity. This is a space where you can be fully seen in your complexity where nuance, depth and transformation are honored.
Couples Rehab helps couples and families affected by substance use disorders, alcohol addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions find appropriate treatment and recovery resources. Our team provides guidance, education, and support throughout the process, helping individuals and partners understand treatment options, insurance coverage, levels of care, and recovery planning. Whether you're seeking help for yourself, your spouse, or a loved one, we are committed to connecting families with evidence-based programs and resources that support long-term recovery, healing, and healthier relationships.
Couples Rehab helps couples and families affected by substance use disorders, alcohol addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions find appropriate treatment and recovery resources. Our team provides guidance, education, and support throughout the process, helping individuals and partners understand treatment options, insurance coverage, levels of care, and recovery planning. Whether you're seeking help for yourself, your spouse, or a loved one, we are committed to connecting families with evidence-based programs and resources that support long-term recovery, healing, and healthier relationships.
I am Tonya Schour, LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). I have primarily worked with people who struggle with trauma (PTSD), anxiety, depression, relationship issues and domestic violence. By using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and direct communication, I have helped many clients overcome difficulties and incorporate positive changes in their lives. I believe our mental health is every bit as important as our physical health. Many, if not all, people would benefit greatly from therapy. Even if it’s just to have a neutral person to discuss everyday issues with.
I am Tonya Schour, LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist). I have primarily worked with people who struggle with trauma (PTSD), anxiety, depression, relationship issues and domestic violence. By using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and direct communication, I have helped many clients overcome difficulties and incorporate positive changes in their lives. I believe our mental health is every bit as important as our physical health. Many, if not all, people would benefit greatly from therapy. Even if it’s just to have a neutral person to discuss everyday issues with.
I also I work with adults who are exploring their childhood experiences to better understand themselves and cultivate self-love.
Sound familiar? It feels like you’ve tried everything to manage your child’s challenging behaviors and nothing is working. You want to support your child’s self esteem, interpersonal skills, or ability to thrive in their academic environment. You and your child have experienced the loss of a loved one. You struggle to understand how your childhood impacts patterns in your current relationships and how you view yourself and others. If any of those statements resonate, you have come to the right place.
I also I work with adults who are exploring their childhood experiences to better understand themselves and cultivate self-love.
Sound familiar? It feels like you’ve tried everything to manage your child’s challenging behaviors and nothing is working. You want to support your child’s self esteem, interpersonal skills, or ability to thrive in their academic environment. You and your child have experienced the loss of a loved one. You struggle to understand how your childhood impacts patterns in your current relationships and how you view yourself and others. If any of those statements resonate, you have come to the right place.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 20+ years of experience working with adults, teens, and grade school-aged children.
Throughout the years, I have spent the majority of my career working with clients who have experienced trauma as well as clients experiencing grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and maladjustment to life changes and temporary situations. I enjoy utilizing my skills and experience in treating these mental health conditions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 20+ years of experience working with adults, teens, and grade school-aged children.
Throughout the years, I have spent the majority of my career working with clients who have experienced trauma as well as clients experiencing grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and maladjustment to life changes and temporary situations. I enjoy utilizing my skills and experience in treating these mental health conditions.
I work with youth and adults and offer individual, couple, and family sessions.
Are you feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, unsettled, or unbalanced with life, in relationships, or even at work? Are you struggling to get better, But it feels that no matter how much you try, things seem to remain the same; you can’t seem to move forward. Have you found yourself asking: “why me? Am I the problem? Is it my past? My family? Why am I feeling this way? Will it ever end? Is there a way out?... It would be great to find peace. It would be great to “unload” the emotional “hurt,” be heard, and find answers and options to inner peace. You are not alone, and there is “hope” for happiness, Let’s find it together!
I work with youth and adults and offer individual, couple, and family sessions.
Are you feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, unsettled, or unbalanced with life, in relationships, or even at work? Are you struggling to get better, But it feels that no matter how much you try, things seem to remain the same; you can’t seem to move forward. Have you found yourself asking: “why me? Am I the problem? Is it my past? My family? Why am I feeling this way? Will it ever end? Is there a way out?... It would be great to find peace. It would be great to “unload” the emotional “hurt,” be heard, and find answers and options to inner peace. You are not alone, and there is “hope” for happiness, Let’s find it together!
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FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.