PMDD Therapists in Camp Pendleton, CA
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.
Dr. 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. Her primary treatment approach focuses on tailoring empirically supported treatments to individuals' needs and using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to increase effective coping strategies.
Dr. 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. Her primary treatment approach focuses on tailoring empirically supported treatments to individuals' needs and using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to increase effective coping strategies.
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.
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.
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.
Priscilla deVera Pasoquen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, CVMHP
Serves Area
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My therapy style is both integrative and collaborative. I am passionate about working with individuals who are looking for both solutions and insight into their conflicts and struggles to help them achieve understanding and balance in their lives. I utilize psychoanalytic foundations of treatment with combined interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help assist patients in understanding the patterns and conflicts that keep them from living a more balanced life.
My therapy style is both integrative and collaborative. I am passionate about working with individuals who are looking for both solutions and insight into their conflicts and struggles to help them achieve understanding and balance in their lives. I utilize psychoanalytic foundations of treatment with combined interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help assist patients in understanding the patterns and conflicts that keep them from living a more balanced life.
As an AASECT certified sex therapist, my mission is to empower others to explore and reclaim their sexuality. By taking ownership of your body and your pleasure, you can refresh your ambition and motivation in life. I utilize cognitive behavioral, narrative, and solution- focused techniques to enable you to identify what is holding you back from living the life you are meant to live. Let me help you live and love authentically.
As of June 2025, offering 4 hr therapy intensives.
As an AASECT certified sex therapist, my mission is to empower others to explore and reclaim their sexuality. By taking ownership of your body and your pleasure, you can refresh your ambition and motivation in life. I utilize cognitive behavioral, narrative, and solution- focused techniques to enable you to identify what is holding you back from living the life you are meant to live. Let me help you live and love authentically.
As of June 2025, offering 4 hr therapy intensives.
Therapy for Teen Girls and Women Cathy Sharer LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Cardiff By The Sea, CA 92007
Are you ready? I'm here to help you find your strengths to face those challenges whether it is daily stress, relationships or life transitions. Often times having an outside view can be very beneficial to getting back on track. You're in the right place! I'm here to help and I want to see you heal and thrive! You're ONE Step closer to feeling like yourself again and getting the support you need. I can help you or teen work through include: Anxiety, Depression, Peer Pressures, Grief/loss, Relationship or family issues, Self-esteem, and Purpose/career struggles.
Are you ready? I'm here to help you find your strengths to face those challenges whether it is daily stress, relationships or life transitions. Often times having an outside view can be very beneficial to getting back on track. You're in the right place! I'm here to help and I want to see you heal and thrive! You're ONE Step closer to feeling like yourself again and getting the support you need. I can help you or teen work through include: Anxiety, Depression, Peer Pressures, Grief/loss, Relationship or family issues, Self-esteem, and Purpose/career struggles.
Trauma focused therapy intensives and ongoing traditional therapy offered. Are you a high-functioning adult who looks capable on the outside but feels emotionally exhausted, on edge, or shut down inside? Many of my clients have experienced trauma, chronic stress, or relational wounds and feel stuck in survival mode long after the danger has passed. You may struggle with self-doubt, difficulty trusting your decisions, suppressed anger or guilt, and frustration that past therapy brought insight but not relief. You’re ready to feel calmer, trust yourself again, and experience real change, not just manage symptoms.
Trauma focused therapy intensives and ongoing traditional therapy offered. Are you a high-functioning adult who looks capable on the outside but feels emotionally exhausted, on edge, or shut down inside? Many of my clients have experienced trauma, chronic stress, or relational wounds and feel stuck in survival mode long after the danger has passed. You may struggle with self-doubt, difficulty trusting your decisions, suppressed anger or guilt, and frustration that past therapy brought insight but not relief. You’re ready to feel calmer, trust yourself again, and experience real change, not just manage symptoms.
My practice focus is on building, healing and developing strong personal and intimate relationships - which are truly the cornerstone of psychological, physical, and spiritual health. My specialty is working with couples and giving them the skills necessary to maintain a successful relationship. I also have a strong interest in women's issues; especially in the development of improved SELF-ESTEEM though all of their transitions in life. While I am especially interested in helping women, I also have a bulk of experience in helping men through their relationship and proffessional difficulties. I offer unique interactive communication that promotes positive change.
My practice focus is on building, healing and developing strong personal and intimate relationships - which are truly the cornerstone of psychological, physical, and spiritual health. My specialty is working with couples and giving them the skills necessary to maintain a successful relationship. I also have a strong interest in women's issues; especially in the development of improved SELF-ESTEEM though all of their transitions in life. While I am especially interested in helping women, I also have a bulk of experience in helping men through their relationship and proffessional difficulties. I offer unique interactive communication that promotes positive change.
I have worked with diverse populations of all ages, specializing in helping individuals find their voice and embrace freedom in their bodies. I believe that everyone deserves to live their best life. As humans, our sense of self is shaped by family stories, the environment we grew up in, relationships, past traumas, and socio-political, economic, and cultural influences that may have clouded our vision of ourselves or who we want to be. My joy as a therapist is to provide space for you to speak your truth, find your way back to yourself, reinvent, and rediscover who you are. Change is a moment-by-moment process.
I have worked with diverse populations of all ages, specializing in helping individuals find their voice and embrace freedom in their bodies. I believe that everyone deserves to live their best life. As humans, our sense of self is shaped by family stories, the environment we grew up in, relationships, past traumas, and socio-political, economic, and cultural influences that may have clouded our vision of ourselves or who we want to be. My joy as a therapist is to provide space for you to speak your truth, find your way back to yourself, reinvent, and rediscover who you are. Change is a moment-by-moment process.
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious or stuck? If you are struggling with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or grief related to a break up or divorce or loss of a loved one l am hear to help you through it. I have over 20 years experience working with adults and couples. I would like to empower and support you in identifying and moving beyond the personal obstacles that keep you from creating the life and relationships that you desire.
Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious or stuck? If you are struggling with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or grief related to a break up or divorce or loss of a loved one l am hear to help you through it. I have over 20 years experience working with adults and couples. I would like to empower and support you in identifying and moving beyond the personal obstacles that keep you from creating the life and relationships that you desire.
You're the person everyone relies on—the one who says “yes” even when you’re exhausted. You struggle with boundaries, feel disconnected from yourself, and quietly wonder who you are beneath everyone else’s expectations. A reasonable work-life balance feels out of reach, your people-pleasing is automatic, and slowing down brings more guilt than relief. You look capable on the outside, but internally you're overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, and constantly worrying about disappointing people. Maybe you've spent years putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own and now you're burned out.
You're the person everyone relies on—the one who says “yes” even when you’re exhausted. You struggle with boundaries, feel disconnected from yourself, and quietly wonder who you are beneath everyone else’s expectations. A reasonable work-life balance feels out of reach, your people-pleasing is automatic, and slowing down brings more guilt than relief. You look capable on the outside, but internally you're overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, and constantly worrying about disappointing people. Maybe you've spent years putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own and now you're burned out.
If you are struggling with burnout, anxiety, heightened stress, low self-worth, relational issues, trauma or grief related to loss of a loved one or divorce, I can help.
My goal is to create a space for clients that feels safe and supportive, while we explore any negative beliefs or experiences that may be holding you back from living your most authentic and fulfilling life. Through the process of therapy we will identify and transform maladaptive habits while empowering you to connect to your inner strength and resiliency.
If you are struggling with burnout, anxiety, heightened stress, low self-worth, relational issues, trauma or grief related to loss of a loved one or divorce, I can help.
My goal is to create a space for clients that feels safe and supportive, while we explore any negative beliefs or experiences that may be holding you back from living your most authentic and fulfilling life. Through the process of therapy we will identify and transform maladaptive habits while empowering you to connect to your inner strength and resiliency.
Available in-person in downtown Carlsbad and virtually in CA and NY. Are you longing for a better relationship with your partner? Are you repeating the same patterns that leave you feeling frustrated and lonely? Are you looking to develop skills for a stronger more fulfilling relationship? I can help.
Using authenticity, empathy, and a sense of humor I will work with you and your partner to develop new ways to communicate, improve your friendship, and increase intimacy.
I am a level 3 trained Gottman Method specialist with the knowledge and experience to make change possible for your relationship.
Available in-person in downtown Carlsbad and virtually in CA and NY. Are you longing for a better relationship with your partner? Are you repeating the same patterns that leave you feeling frustrated and lonely? Are you looking to develop skills for a stronger more fulfilling relationship? I can help.
Using authenticity, empathy, and a sense of humor I will work with you and your partner to develop new ways to communicate, improve your friendship, and increase intimacy.
I am a level 3 trained Gottman Method specialist with the knowledge and experience to make change possible for your relationship.
Something brought you here today — maybe anxiety that won't quiet down, stress that's become your baseline, or a season of life that feels harder than you expected. Perhaps past experiences or challenging relationship dynamics are quietly holding you back. I offer warm, trauma-informed therapy for adults, teens, and couples online in San Diego and throughout California. Whatever is overwhelming and brings you here, you don't have to have it all figured out to reach out. Together, we'll slow down, make sense of what you're carrying, and help you start feeling more grounded, confident and like yourself again.
Something brought you here today — maybe anxiety that won't quiet down, stress that's become your baseline, or a season of life that feels harder than you expected. Perhaps past experiences or challenging relationship dynamics are quietly holding you back. I offer warm, trauma-informed therapy for adults, teens, and couples online in San Diego and throughout California. Whatever is overwhelming and brings you here, you don't have to have it all figured out to reach out. Together, we'll slow down, make sense of what you're carrying, and help you start feeling more grounded, confident and like yourself again.
Welcome! ¡Bienvenidos! Reaching out for therapy is a courageous act of self-care, and I'm honored to support you in that process. I work with women, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, body image, identity, and reconnecting with themselves. My multicultural, trauma-informed approach honors your unique story and lived experience. Together, we'll create space for what is present as you move toward feeling more grounded, empowered, connected, and able to build a more authentic life. Services available in English & Spanish.
Welcome! ¡Bienvenidos! Reaching out for therapy is a courageous act of self-care, and I'm honored to support you in that process. I work with women, teens, and young adults navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, body image, identity, and reconnecting with themselves. My multicultural, trauma-informed approach honors your unique story and lived experience. Together, we'll create space for what is present as you move toward feeling more grounded, empowered, connected, and able to build a more authentic life. Services available in English & Spanish.
If you find yourself reading this then you have taken the first step on the journey to overcome your personal challenges. Like any journey worth taking, there will be steps forward and occasionally some backwards. Therapy with me provides you with an ally who is with you every step of the way, with an approach that is customized to you and your unique goals.
If you find yourself reading this then you have taken the first step on the journey to overcome your personal challenges. Like any journey worth taking, there will be steps forward and occasionally some backwards. Therapy with me provides you with an ally who is with you every step of the way, with an approach that is customized to you and your unique goals.
I work with teens, young adults, and adults who want to better understand themselves, reflect more deeply, and find relief and hope in the middle of what they’re going through. I am passionate about helping people find their inner strength and navigate life’s challenges with confidence. My approach focuses on you—your story, experiences, and unique journey. With a warm, compassionate style, I provide a space to address anxiety, trauma, stress, and life transitions while building practical tools for lasting emotional well-being.
I work with teens, young adults, and adults who want to better understand themselves, reflect more deeply, and find relief and hope in the middle of what they’re going through. I am passionate about helping people find their inner strength and navigate life’s challenges with confidence. My approach focuses on you—your story, experiences, and unique journey. With a warm, compassionate style, I provide a space to address anxiety, trauma, stress, and life transitions while building practical tools for lasting emotional well-being.
Life can feel overwhelming—marriages strained, relationships disconnected, anxiety constant, or transitions leaving you uncertain and unsure of your next step. I walk with individuals and couples with compassion and faith, using a Christian approach carefully tailored to your unique needs and goals. By blending biblical truth with proven therapy, we work together toward healing, restored hope, and deeper connection, helping you experience the lasting peace, joy, and wholeness God longs for in your life. I look forward to meeting you soon!
Life can feel overwhelming—marriages strained, relationships disconnected, anxiety constant, or transitions leaving you uncertain and unsure of your next step. I walk with individuals and couples with compassion and faith, using a Christian approach carefully tailored to your unique needs and goals. By blending biblical truth with proven therapy, we work together toward healing, restored hope, and deeper connection, helping you experience the lasting peace, joy, and wholeness God longs for in your life. I look forward to meeting you soon!
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FAQ - PMDD Counseling
How can Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) affect mental health?
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) can have a significant impact on mental health. PMDD is a more severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and may cause intense mood-related symptoms in the days or weeks before a period, such as mood swings, irritability, anxiety, sadness, hopelessness, or loss of interest in activities you normally enjoy. For some people, PMDD can also worsen existing mental health concerns, such as anxiety or depression. Symptoms may also affect relationships, work, or school responsibilities, especially when they happen consistently month after month.
How can therapy help with PMDD?
Therapy can help you better understand the emotional patterns that may come with PMDD and help you track symptoms across your cycle, identify triggers, and plan ahead for times when symptoms tend to peak. Therapy may also help you develop coping strategies for managing intense emotions, communicating with loved ones, and reducing the impact PMDD has on work, school, or relationships. Approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be especially helpful for noticing unhelpful thought patterns and building more practical coping skills for responding to distress. PMDD is also commonly treated with medication or hormonal options, so a therapist may encourage you to coordinate with a medical provider if they feel this may be a helpful addition to therapy.
Can a therapist diagnose PMDD?
In many cases, licensed mental health professionals, including therapists, psychologists, and psychiatrists, can diagnose PMDD. PMDD can also be diagnosed by other medical professionals, such as a primary care physicians (PCPs) or obstetrician-gynecologists (OB-GYNs).
Should I see a therapist or a psychiatrist to help with PMDD?
Whether you should see a therapist or psychiatrist depends on what kind of support you need. A therapist can help with coping skills, emotional regulation, and general patterns of thinking that may make symptoms harder to manage. A psychiatrist, in contrast, can help assess whether medication may be helpful and prescribe it, when appropriate. Importantly, many people benefit from both therapy and psychiatry. For example, you might see a therapist for ongoing emotional support and a psychiatrist for medication or medical treatment. If you are not sure where to start, your primary care physician can often help you decide what treatment makes the most sense for you.