Gottman Method Therapists in Cardiff By The Sea, CA

At some point we all struggle to adjustment to life's changes; it's normal to feel stuck and I believe people have what it takes to adjust. For the past 20 years, I have been working with children and teens who are struggling to balance the demands of school and their social life. I integrate parents in my work as much as possible. I also work with adults and Couples often come to me for help in distress and are confused about how or why their relationship has derailed. I am dedicated to helping people build stronger; more intimate relationships and I use several modalities when attempting to help couples in distress.

I help those in addiction recovery and couples in dull, difficult, and conflicted relationships. It’s grueling for anyone considering divorce because they have lost their passion for their partner, are eternally conflicted, or feeling weighed down in their relationship. You might be worried about how your kids will take the news, if you can financially recover, or even second-guessing if divorce is the right move. I have completed the Level 3 Practicum Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and I use the Gottman’s relationship research to help couples develop friendship, manage conflict, and create a meaningful relationship.

My name is Megan Allen, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been a practicing therapist for over 25 years. My focus areas of practice are with adults, specializing in relationship issues. These can include romantic, friendship, familial or work arenas. Some areas of expertise include domestic violence, anger management and marital issues/struggles. I treat adults focusing on bettering their relationships through exploration of struggles, concerns, areas where they feel "stuck" and discuss interventions and skills to achieve harmony within their relationships.

Are you satisfied with the direction of your life? Are you having the life experiences that you are longing for? If not, you are not alone. Life can be challenging at times. It can steer us away from what we want or need. It can take us down paths that we may not necessarily want to be on. Together, we can deepen the relationship you have with yourself, connect to your innermost needs and desires, explore how you relate to and connect with others, identify patterns in behavior, and work through roadblocks and barriers. My goal is to empower you to lead a life that is meaningful to you.

In my practice, I specialize in assisting couples navigating the emotional complexities of intimate relationships. These experiences, unique in their impact and intensity, require a sensitive and nuanced approach. Utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method, I strive to create a supportive space where couples can explore their feelings, strengthen their connection, and develop resilience. These evidence-based methods not only help in understanding and processing emotions but also in building a deeper, more meaningful bond, paving the way for healing and growth.

I love working with married or dating couples who want to strengthen their relationship. These couples may love each other very much, but struggle with communication and often feel disconnected, frustrated, criticized, rejected, lonely or disappointed. They yearn for more emotional and physical intimacy, yet fall into negative patterns that create more distance. They often want to rekindle their romantic spark and cultivate more playfulness, curiosity, exploration and fun in their sexual relationship. These couples want to heal from past hurts to nurture a safe and secure relationship built on trust, commitment and mutual respect.

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Masters from California State University, Fullerton, and have been practicing for 5 years.

Therapy can be daunting prospect. If you are considering treatment, especially for the first time, it is normal to feel nervous, cynical, or scared. But rest assured that for many individuals, therapy can become the very safe place in which growth is possible. One in which judgement is replaced with understanding, criticism with acceptance.

Whether you are dealing with an unexpected change, trauma, anxiety, health challenge, relationship stress, depression or other mental health issue, having a trusted guide on the path can make all the difference. Over the past 25 years I have found mind body therapies get to the root of where we get stuck and allow for positive change.

Hi, I’m Dr. Jodi! I couldn't be more proud to share a little bit about our team at Tides Wellness. Tides is a group of wonderful and authentic human beings, but this alone is not enough. It is crucial that we provide treatments that work, treatments that are based on research and treatment modalities that help get people better faster. We take pride in continuous learning and growing both as humans and as therapists. As our team has grown we have brought on therapists with diverse expertise in hopes of being a trusted one stop shop for many of the the mental health needs of our local community!

I believe the most important component to successful therapy is trust and connection between the client and his or her therapist. It is my intention to build a trusting relationship and to embark on a collaborative journey with each client. My passion is working with people to help them overcome obstacles, to enable them to reach and maintain goals to live a happier, healthier and more fulfilling life. I am an empathetic listener, compassionate and sincere in my desire to be of service by creating a safe environment for clients to explore ideas, to feel empowered and to practice new skills.

I am absolutely crazy about helping humans access their full potential. I believe it is my dharma – or my sacred calling. I believe that each human being has a divine purpose. I believe that separation from this purpose is the source of much of our suffering. I see my role as a trusted companion on your journey back to this divine purpose - back to your authentic Self. In our work together, I invite you to reclaim sovereignty over your mental health through a process of radical acceptance.

I provide a comfortable, confidential, and supportive setting for those who wish to improve the quality of their lives. Often, this involves learning skills such as managing stress, clarifying goals, setting boundaries, improving communication, or addressing anxiety and depression. Some people find it helpful to explore previous relationships or events and the effect these things are currently having in your life.

We are living in uncertain and uneasy times. I believe that taking care of your mental health is a necessity. If you are struggling to navigate your emotions you are not alone. We are seeing a rise in anxiety, depression & conflict within relationships. Are you arguing with your partner/family/friends & struggling to find common ground, or holding resentments? Are you feeling more anxious & fearful or find yourself crying more often and not feeling like yourself?