Therapists for Adults in Cardiff, CA
You're worried about your child & exhausted from trying to figure out what will actually help. Maybe mornings feel stressful, homework turns into a nightly battle, or your child melts down over seemingly small things. Maybe your teen has become withdrawn, overwhelmed, constantly stressed, or impossible to reach.If you've tried everything and nothing seems to create lasting change, you're not alone. I help families understand what's happening beneath the behavior so we can address the root causes, strengthen connection, and create meaningful, lasting change - not just manage symptoms.
You're worried about your child & exhausted from trying to figure out what will actually help. Maybe mornings feel stressful, homework turns into a nightly battle, or your child melts down over seemingly small things. Maybe your teen has become withdrawn, overwhelmed, constantly stressed, or impossible to reach.If you've tried everything and nothing seems to create lasting change, you're not alone. I help families understand what's happening beneath the behavior so we can address the root causes, strengthen connection, and create meaningful, lasting change - not just manage symptoms.
As a Peruvian-American queer psychologist based in San Diego, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of their emotional world. I specialize in supporting patients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or struggle to regulate their emotions, including those living with ADHD, depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders.
I create therapeutic spaces that foster safety, belonging, and curiosity; where patients feel seen and heard. My work is rooted in a deep understanding of identity, power, and privilege, and I take pride in offering neurodiverse-inclusive and queer-affirming care.
As a Peruvian-American queer psychologist based in San Diego, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the complexities of their emotional world. I specialize in supporting patients who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or struggle to regulate their emotions, including those living with ADHD, depression, anxiety, and trauma-related disorders.
I create therapeutic spaces that foster safety, belonging, and curiosity; where patients feel seen and heard. My work is rooted in a deep understanding of identity, power, and privilege, and I take pride in offering neurodiverse-inclusive and queer-affirming care.
Looking for a seasoned couples therapist who has the training and dedication to working solely with relationships? I have you covered! As an eclectic couples therapist, I bring a high level of knowledge from several couples therapy practice modalities and weave them into my sessions to help meet the needs of the couple. Whether you're wanting to work through recent events of infidelity, reduce the high conflict in your relationship, or prepare for marriage, couples therapy can help. Our sessions can also provide a safe space to learn how to express your feelings to your partner and rebuild the broken bonds of the relationship.
Looking for a seasoned couples therapist who has the training and dedication to working solely with relationships? I have you covered! As an eclectic couples therapist, I bring a high level of knowledge from several couples therapy practice modalities and weave them into my sessions to help meet the needs of the couple. Whether you're wanting to work through recent events of infidelity, reduce the high conflict in your relationship, or prepare for marriage, couples therapy can help. Our sessions can also provide a safe space to learn how to express your feelings to your partner and rebuild the broken bonds of the relationship.
As a parent of five, including two children with Autism and one with ADHD, I understand the love, advocacy, exhaustion, and isolation that can come with parenting medically complex and neurodivergent children. I see you. I work with parents and caregivers navigating chronic medical needs, diagnoses, school challenges, caregiving stress, relationship strain, and emotional overwhelm. Together, we create space to process difficult emotions, reduce burnout, strengthen relationships, and find support through life’s challenges.
As a parent of five, including two children with Autism and one with ADHD, I understand the love, advocacy, exhaustion, and isolation that can come with parenting medically complex and neurodivergent children. I see you. I work with parents and caregivers navigating chronic medical needs, diagnoses, school challenges, caregiving stress, relationship strain, and emotional overwhelm. Together, we create space to process difficult emotions, reduce burnout, strengthen relationships, and find support through life’s challenges.
Accepting New Clients! 30+ years of counseling experience. "I just want to be happy"- This is the goal of therapy. Client-centered Solution Focused Therapy. Specializing in Relationship Therapy, Depression/Anxiety, Trauma, Stress Management, Parenting, Divorce issues.
Accepting New Clients! 30+ years of counseling experience. "I just want to be happy"- This is the goal of therapy. Client-centered Solution Focused Therapy. Specializing in Relationship Therapy, Depression/Anxiety, Trauma, Stress Management, Parenting, Divorce issues.
Welcome to my practice! I'm Dr. Sarah Levinson, a dedicated clinical psychologist with a passion for helping teens, parents, and families overcome challenges and reclaim their lives. With a strong foundation in evidence-based therapies and clinical experience, I'm here to guide you towards a path of growth and recovery. My expertise lies in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders, and eating disorders. I am dedicated to helping teens and families break free from the grips of these challenges and reclaim their lives.
Welcome to my practice! I'm Dr. Sarah Levinson, a dedicated clinical psychologist with a passion for helping teens, parents, and families overcome challenges and reclaim their lives. With a strong foundation in evidence-based therapies and clinical experience, I'm here to guide you towards a path of growth and recovery. My expertise lies in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders, and eating disorders. I am dedicated to helping teens and families break free from the grips of these challenges and reclaim their lives.
You came into a committed partnership knowing there would be peaks and valleys. You shared your dreams about the future together, creating a roadmap. You talked about whether or not you'd have children. You witnessed the differences between your family's of origin and wondered if it would get in the way of your togetherness. You shared some of your past and the wounds you might be carrying. Here you are, years into your partnership feeling disconnected, resentful, struggling with intimacy, and wondering if you will find a deep connection with one another again. What happened to the loving relationship you once had?
You came into a committed partnership knowing there would be peaks and valleys. You shared your dreams about the future together, creating a roadmap. You talked about whether or not you'd have children. You witnessed the differences between your family's of origin and wondered if it would get in the way of your togetherness. You shared some of your past and the wounds you might be carrying. Here you are, years into your partnership feeling disconnected, resentful, struggling with intimacy, and wondering if you will find a deep connection with one another again. What happened to the loving relationship you once had?
Are you having trouble with your relationships, feeling stuck in your life, depressed, not having a purpose, suffering, or having problematic patterns you continue to repeat in your life? These are some of the issues that bring people to wanting psychotherapy. My style is warm, supportive, and interactive, with a focus on empathy, authenticity, and openness. I enjoy helping individuals, couples, teens, and young women who want to achieve a more satisfying, and productive life, while learning new skills. I will be a constant and loyal witness to your growth, happiness and self realization.
Are you having trouble with your relationships, feeling stuck in your life, depressed, not having a purpose, suffering, or having problematic patterns you continue to repeat in your life? These are some of the issues that bring people to wanting psychotherapy. My style is warm, supportive, and interactive, with a focus on empathy, authenticity, and openness. I enjoy helping individuals, couples, teens, and young women who want to achieve a more satisfying, and productive life, while learning new skills. I will be a constant and loyal witness to your growth, happiness and self realization.
With over 20 years as an educator and therapist in schools, I specialize in connecting with teens, and young adults and offering practical skills you can use right away to help your family thrive.
Using mindfulness-based interventions, my focus is on empowering you to make meaningful changes that support a healthier balance in your life. I have extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, self-harm, relationship challenges, family conflict, and the academic or professional stressors that often accompany major life transitions.
With over 20 years as an educator and therapist in schools, I specialize in connecting with teens, and young adults and offering practical skills you can use right away to help your family thrive.
Using mindfulness-based interventions, my focus is on empowering you to make meaningful changes that support a healthier balance in your life. I have extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, self-harm, relationship challenges, family conflict, and the academic or professional stressors that often accompany major life transitions.
I have had the privilege of working with diverse individuals and groups, including adults, teens, children, first responders and veterans, guiding them through various life stages.
Life can be stressful and at times feel unbearable, feeling unsure how to move forward. We all need someone to sit with in our suffering and process our emotions. As a therapist, it is my privilege to help you understand the root cause of your pain and walk alongside you to heal and restore. Together, we can work through your struggles and rediscover your joy. Using a multifaceted approach and emphasizing one’s strengths, I strive to create a safe place for my clients to manage their pain, learn what makes them resilient, My goal is to create a safe environment that allows you to grow and become the best version of yourself.
I have had the privilege of working with diverse individuals and groups, including adults, teens, children, first responders and veterans, guiding them through various life stages.
Life can be stressful and at times feel unbearable, feeling unsure how to move forward. We all need someone to sit with in our suffering and process our emotions. As a therapist, it is my privilege to help you understand the root cause of your pain and walk alongside you to heal and restore. Together, we can work through your struggles and rediscover your joy. Using a multifaceted approach and emphasizing one’s strengths, I strive to create a safe place for my clients to manage their pain, learn what makes them resilient, My goal is to create a safe environment that allows you to grow and become the best version of yourself.
Feeling overwhelmed, on edge, or emotionally stuck can make even the simplest tasks feel exhausting. You might be constantly bracing for something bad to happen, replaying painful memories, or feeling detached from yourself or those around you. I help clients recognize that these patterns—though painful—are often the result of remarkable resilience in the face of past trauma. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Lady of the Lake University (2019), and my approach reframes these so-called “symptoms” as survival strategies that once protected you but now interfere with the life you want to lead.
Feeling overwhelmed, on edge, or emotionally stuck can make even the simplest tasks feel exhausting. You might be constantly bracing for something bad to happen, replaying painful memories, or feeling detached from yourself or those around you. I help clients recognize that these patterns—though painful—are often the result of remarkable resilience in the face of past trauma. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Lady of the Lake University (2019), and my approach reframes these so-called “symptoms” as survival strategies that once protected you but now interfere with the life you want to lead.
Practice Specialties/Passions: Inner Child Work; Men's Issues; Moving Couples Forward; Singles Challenges; Self-Esteem Repair; Women's Issues; 12-Steps-in established Recovery; Adult Children of Alcoholics; Health Challenges; Creative Expression; Retirement/Empty-Nesters; CareGivers; Mindful Living, Calls/Questions Welcome!
Life is relationship. Most people come to therapy because something in their relationships no longer feels the way they want it to. You may feel misunderstood by your partner, disconnected from your family, overwhelmed by work, or simply alone. You may long for more harmony, greater peace, or a deeper sense of connection. Whatever brings you here, you don't have to work through it alone. Together, we can explore what's getting in the way and help you move toward a life that feels more satisfying, connected, and true to who you are.
Practice Specialties/Passions: Inner Child Work; Men's Issues; Moving Couples Forward; Singles Challenges; Self-Esteem Repair; Women's Issues; 12-Steps-in established Recovery; Adult Children of Alcoholics; Health Challenges; Creative Expression; Retirement/Empty-Nesters; CareGivers; Mindful Living, Calls/Questions Welcome!
Life is relationship. Most people come to therapy because something in their relationships no longer feels the way they want it to. You may feel misunderstood by your partner, disconnected from your family, overwhelmed by work, or simply alone. You may long for more harmony, greater peace, or a deeper sense of connection. Whatever brings you here, you don't have to work through it alone. Together, we can explore what's getting in the way and help you move toward a life that feels more satisfying, connected, and true to who you are.
Stressful life changes, unresolved trauma, and ongoing anxiety can make it feel like you're constantly bracing for impact—never fully at ease. You might find yourself overwhelmed by self-doubt or stuck in painful thought loops, unsure how to move forward. With an LPCC & a counseling degree from Alvernia University, I bring a grounded, compassionate approach informed by my own healing journey through complex grief and major life transitions.
Stressful life changes, unresolved trauma, and ongoing anxiety can make it feel like you're constantly bracing for impact—never fully at ease. You might find yourself overwhelmed by self-doubt or stuck in painful thought loops, unsure how to move forward. With an LPCC & a counseling degree from Alvernia University, I bring a grounded, compassionate approach informed by my own healing journey through complex grief and major life transitions.
I take people on a journey of initiation and reclamation to remember their true essence. My own path has involved listening within and following my heart's guidance. This allows me to offer a unique perspective aimed at healing and stepping into your wholeness. I received my master's degree in Counseling Psychology from University of San Francisco and have over ten years of experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse issues, and life transitions.
I take people on a journey of initiation and reclamation to remember their true essence. My own path has involved listening within and following my heart's guidance. This allows me to offer a unique perspective aimed at healing and stepping into your wholeness. I received my master's degree in Counseling Psychology from University of San Francisco and have over ten years of experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse issues, and life transitions.
I have experienced in working with incarcerated individuals, families, children and young adult.
As a therapist, I have work with clients struggling with a variety of issues. Many individuals experience multiple mental health symptoms at the time same time. I believe that it crucial to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for the person to fully express what they are experiencing.
I have experienced in working with incarcerated individuals, families, children and young adult.
As a therapist, I have work with clients struggling with a variety of issues. Many individuals experience multiple mental health symptoms at the time same time. I believe that it crucial to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for the person to fully express what they are experiencing.
Life is full of challenges and you don’t have to face them alone. I enjoy helping people who are experiencing depression or anxiety, issues with self-worth or body image and/or relationship issues. I am also passionate about helping people to heal trauma, recent or past, big or small. Any combination of these things can be brought to therapy and worked through, to the extent that you desire. I will work with you to move through whatever you are facing. I believe that you are unique & that the solutions to your life challenges are unique to you, we will find those solutions together.
Life is full of challenges and you don’t have to face them alone. I enjoy helping people who are experiencing depression or anxiety, issues with self-worth or body image and/or relationship issues. I am also passionate about helping people to heal trauma, recent or past, big or small. Any combination of these things can be brought to therapy and worked through, to the extent that you desire. I will work with you to move through whatever you are facing. I believe that you are unique & that the solutions to your life challenges are unique to you, we will find those solutions together.
You may feel heavy, tense, restless, or as if you’ve been carrying everything inside for far too long, bracing against a world that feels unpredictable or unsafe. Effort, thought, or explanation may no longer reach the place that aches. I work in a quiet, body-based, and collaborative way that meets suffering where it lives—beneath words, in the nervous system itself. Therapy isn’t about fixing you; it’s about coming home to yourself. Over time, safety returns, agency rebuilds, and as you create well-being from within, the world begins to meet you differently—you feel included, connected, and fully at home in life rather than apart
You may feel heavy, tense, restless, or as if you’ve been carrying everything inside for far too long, bracing against a world that feels unpredictable or unsafe. Effort, thought, or explanation may no longer reach the place that aches. I work in a quiet, body-based, and collaborative way that meets suffering where it lives—beneath words, in the nervous system itself. Therapy isn’t about fixing you; it’s about coming home to yourself. Over time, safety returns, agency rebuilds, and as you create well-being from within, the world begins to meet you differently—you feel included, connected, and fully at home in life rather than apart
EmotionFit is an evidence-based, depth-focused therapy practice offering care for individuals, couples, and families seeking to achieve meaningful, lasting change as efficiently as possible. We specialize in addressing treatment-resistant symptoms, including trauma, anxiety, OCD, addiction, depression, grief, chronic pain, and spiritual and religious issues. All pre-licensed clinicians are supervised by Dr. Matthew Jarvinen, Ph.D. (29459). Psychiatric consultation is available with Dr. Kevin Ing, M.D. In-person therapy is available in Encinitas and telehealth services are offered across California.
EmotionFit is an evidence-based, depth-focused therapy practice offering care for individuals, couples, and families seeking to achieve meaningful, lasting change as efficiently as possible. We specialize in addressing treatment-resistant symptoms, including trauma, anxiety, OCD, addiction, depression, grief, chronic pain, and spiritual and religious issues. All pre-licensed clinicians are supervised by Dr. Matthew Jarvinen, Ph.D. (29459). Psychiatric consultation is available with Dr. Kevin Ing, M.D. In-person therapy is available in Encinitas and telehealth services are offered across California.
If you're navigating the turbulent waters of stress and trauma, feeling as though each day presents a new battle, you're not alone. My practice is dedicated to individuals who are ready to confront these challenges head-on, seeking understanding and healing. Whether you're dealing with the aftermath of traumatic events, or the daily grind is wearing you down, I offer a compassionate and empowering space for you to begin the journey towards reclaiming your narrative and finding peace. Together, we will explore strategies for resilience and recovery, tailored to your unique story
If you're navigating the turbulent waters of stress and trauma, feeling as though each day presents a new battle, you're not alone. My practice is dedicated to individuals who are ready to confront these challenges head-on, seeking understanding and healing. Whether you're dealing with the aftermath of traumatic events, or the daily grind is wearing you down, I offer a compassionate and empowering space for you to begin the journey towards reclaiming your narrative and finding peace. Together, we will explore strategies for resilience and recovery, tailored to your unique story
Seeking out support for yourself or for your child is a courageous act, and one that is full of hope. Childhood and parenting can be tremendously challenging, and you do not need to figure out all of the pieces alone. I would be honored to work alongside you, providing a safe environment to share your story, gently face and move through challenges, and develop solutions that will bring you and your child relief and allow you both to thrive.
Seeking out support for yourself or for your child is a courageous act, and one that is full of hope. Childhood and parenting can be tremendously challenging, and you do not need to figure out all of the pieces alone. I would be honored to work alongside you, providing a safe environment to share your story, gently face and move through challenges, and develop solutions that will bring you and your child relief and allow you both to thrive.
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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.