Meritain Health Therapists in Carlsbad, CA
Navigating trauma, depression, and stress demands a compassionate, understanding approach. My practice offers a safe haven where your feelings and experiences are the forefront of our therapeutic journey. Utilizing a client-centered and reflective therapy framework, I focus on understanding your unique story, acknowledging the weight of your experiences while fostering resilience and empowerment. Our goal is to navigate these challenges together, leaning heavily on DBT to equip you with effective coping strategies and a renewed sense of hope.
Navigating trauma, depression, and stress demands a compassionate, understanding approach. My practice offers a safe haven where your feelings and experiences are the forefront of our therapeutic journey. Utilizing a client-centered and reflective therapy framework, I focus on understanding your unique story, acknowledging the weight of your experiences while fostering resilience and empowerment. Our goal is to navigate these challenges together, leaning heavily on DBT to equip you with effective coping strategies and a renewed sense of hope.
Welcome to a safe place to start your therapy journey. You are the main character in the story—the expert on your own life & the one who has to do the heavy lifting, but sometimes we all could use some support, some shoring up if you will, & a guide to help us find our way, discover new possibilities, & change direction. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs & goals. I'd like to help navigate the way to a healthier you & would be honored to hear your story.
Welcome to a safe place to start your therapy journey. You are the main character in the story—the expert on your own life & the one who has to do the heavy lifting, but sometimes we all could use some support, some shoring up if you will, & a guide to help us find our way, discover new possibilities, & change direction. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. I take a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs & goals. I'd like to help navigate the way to a healthier you & would be honored to hear your story.
My practice thrives on variety and diversity! I welcome clients whose lives need change for the better, and who are ready to activate a new member of their personal support system, regardless of their personal circumstances and the specific problems they face. My experience of working successfully with hundreds of clients who feared their lives were out of control and who were able to achieve better lives, makes me very confident and optimistic about the resiliency of the human spirit! My clinical and life experiences have helped teach me the value of community, resiliency, and a strong and dynamic sense of self-worth.
My practice thrives on variety and diversity! I welcome clients whose lives need change for the better, and who are ready to activate a new member of their personal support system, regardless of their personal circumstances and the specific problems they face. My experience of working successfully with hundreds of clients who feared their lives were out of control and who were able to achieve better lives, makes me very confident and optimistic about the resiliency of the human spirit! My clinical and life experiences have helped teach me the value of community, resiliency, and a strong and dynamic sense of self-worth.
I earned my MSW from the University of Southern California in 2021, and my passion for mental health work has only deepened since then. I work with teens and adults (ages 12 and up) who are navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and the often-complicated layers beneath them. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing—not as a one-size-fits-all plan, but as tools we can use together to meet your needs and goals. In session, I show up with curiosity, care, and respect for your lived experience. You don’t have to go through this alone.
I earned my MSW from the University of Southern California in 2021, and my passion for mental health work has only deepened since then. I work with teens and adults (ages 12 and up) who are navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and the often-complicated layers beneath them. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing—not as a one-size-fits-all plan, but as tools we can use together to meet your needs and goals. In session, I show up with curiosity, care, and respect for your lived experience. You don’t have to go through this alone.
Stacie Papineau
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCC, SEP, CST
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92011
You want to feel more connected in your relationships, but something keeps getting in the way. Maybe communication turns into conflict, intimacy feels disconnected, desire has changed, trust has been broken, or you find yourself stuck in patterns that leave you feeling frustrated, lonely, or misunderstood. As an Certified Sex Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), and EMDR therapist, I help individuals and couples navigate intimacy concerns, sexual challenges, relationship distress, betrayal, and trauma so they can create more fulfilling relationships and lives.
You want to feel more connected in your relationships, but something keeps getting in the way. Maybe communication turns into conflict, intimacy feels disconnected, desire has changed, trust has been broken, or you find yourself stuck in patterns that leave you feeling frustrated, lonely, or misunderstood. As an Certified Sex Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), and EMDR therapist, I help individuals and couples navigate intimacy concerns, sexual challenges, relationship distress, betrayal, and trauma so they can create more fulfilling relationships and lives.
Depression, anxiety, and trauma can seep into every part of life, making even the simplest tasks feel overwhelming. The weight of these struggles can leave you feeling disconnected, exhausted, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Finding a path forward isn’t always easy, but with the right support, healing is possible.
Depression, anxiety, and trauma can seep into every part of life, making even the simplest tasks feel overwhelming. The weight of these struggles can leave you feeling disconnected, exhausted, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Finding a path forward isn’t always easy, but with the right support, healing is possible.
Trauma, attachment wounds, and anxiety can shape the way you see yourself and the world, making it difficult to feel safe, connected, or at peace. You may find yourself stuck in patterns of self-doubt, fear, or emotional distress, unsure of how to break free. Since earning my LMFT degree from the University of La Verne in 2006, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals heal from these struggles, driven by a deep passion for supporting others through life’s challenges. Therapy offers a space to process past experiences, rebuild trust in yourself, and develop the tools to move forward with confidence.
Trauma, attachment wounds, and anxiety can shape the way you see yourself and the world, making it difficult to feel safe, connected, or at peace. You may find yourself stuck in patterns of self-doubt, fear, or emotional distress, unsure of how to break free. Since earning my LMFT degree from the University of La Verne in 2006, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals heal from these struggles, driven by a deep passion for supporting others through life’s challenges. Therapy offers a space to process past experiences, rebuild trust in yourself, and develop the tools to move forward with confidence.
Are you in a stage of life that’s filled with change? You may be starting your career or transitioning out of college and wondering “What’s next?” Maybe you’re trying to figure out who you really are, untangling what you’ve been told all your life from what’s truly important to you. It feels like there are more questions than answers, and you’re tired of this anxiety, overwhelm, or lack of motivation holding you back. You have ambitions and goals for your life, relationships, and career, but can’t seem to get out of this rut on your own. You’re ready to make a change.
Are you in a stage of life that’s filled with change? You may be starting your career or transitioning out of college and wondering “What’s next?” Maybe you’re trying to figure out who you really are, untangling what you’ve been told all your life from what’s truly important to you. It feels like there are more questions than answers, and you’re tired of this anxiety, overwhelm, or lack of motivation holding you back. You have ambitions and goals for your life, relationships, and career, but can’t seem to get out of this rut on your own. You’re ready to make a change.
I focus on the whole person when working with both children and adolescents, evaluating, diagnosing, and treating psychiatric and mental health concerns. By working closely with my patients and/or their parents, I offer compassion and in-depth information to assist them in better understanding their diagnosis and what they will need to do to maximize the benefits of their treatment plans. These plans may include medication management, diet, exercise, and psychotherapy to improve their symptoms.
I focus on the whole person when working with both children and adolescents, evaluating, diagnosing, and treating psychiatric and mental health concerns. By working closely with my patients and/or their parents, I offer compassion and in-depth information to assist them in better understanding their diagnosis and what they will need to do to maximize the benefits of their treatment plans. These plans may include medication management, diet, exercise, and psychotherapy to improve their symptoms.
Whether you are in mourning, facing difficulties of neurodivergence, struggling with a chronic illness, experiencing systemic issues as part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or facing constant change as a military family member, it can be daunting to confront these challenges on your own. As a queer, NB, neurodivergent therapist with chronic illness and raised in a military family, I can empathize with the complex struggles you may be facing. I offer a supportive and collaborative environment to explore and address these diverse and unique aspects of your life.
Whether you are in mourning, facing difficulties of neurodivergence, struggling with a chronic illness, experiencing systemic issues as part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or facing constant change as a military family member, it can be daunting to confront these challenges on your own. As a queer, NB, neurodivergent therapist with chronic illness and raised in a military family, I can empathize with the complex struggles you may be facing. I offer a supportive and collaborative environment to explore and address these diverse and unique aspects of your life.
Ms. James is a licensed therapist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has extensive expertise in clinical assessment, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and program management for clients with complex mental health, trauma, and substance use disorders. She has served as an adjunct professor at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work and is recognized for her ethical practice, strong leadership, and commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
Ms. James is a licensed therapist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has extensive expertise in clinical assessment, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and program management for clients with complex mental health, trauma, and substance use disorders. She has served as an adjunct professor at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work and is recognized for her ethical practice, strong leadership, and commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.
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
I specialize in helping individuals explore attachment patterns and navigate complex relationship dynamics. My approach is shaped by my lived experience as a queer child of Haitian immigrants, growing up in a low-income household and navigating blended family dynamics, depression, and anxiety. I create a warm, supportive space to work through both personal and relational challenges using a blend of psychodynamic principles and somatic awareness. Together, we’ll work to help you reconnect with yourself, others, and the world around you.
I specialize in helping individuals explore attachment patterns and navigate complex relationship dynamics. My approach is shaped by my lived experience as a queer child of Haitian immigrants, growing up in a low-income household and navigating blended family dynamics, depression, and anxiety. I create a warm, supportive space to work through both personal and relational challenges using a blend of psychodynamic principles and somatic awareness. Together, we’ll work to help you reconnect with yourself, others, and the world around you.
I graduated from the University of Luton in England and continued her education, earning her Master’s Degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from the University of Phoenix. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with a background in crisis intervention. I began my career as an MFT, working in an emergency shelter program for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking with substance abuse and severe mental health issues. I provided individual and group therapy in residential and outpatient transitional housing programs.
I graduated from the University of Luton in England and continued her education, earning her Master’s Degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from the University of Phoenix. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with a background in crisis intervention. I began my career as an MFT, working in an emergency shelter program for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking with substance abuse and severe mental health issues. I provided individual and group therapy in residential and outpatient transitional housing programs.
My specialties include relationships (romantic, family, friends, work), multicultural therapy, life transitions, self-esteem, work/life balance, purpose and meaning, and value-based living. It is a courageous step to reach out for help. I aim to provide a welcoming, respectful, and nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable showing up as you are. My style is warm, affirming, and collaborative and I view us as a team. My goal is to empower you to lead a life that is meaningful to you. I look forward to accompanying you on your journey of personal growth!
My specialties include relationships (romantic, family, friends, work), multicultural therapy, life transitions, self-esteem, work/life balance, purpose and meaning, and value-based living. It is a courageous step to reach out for help. I aim to provide a welcoming, respectful, and nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable showing up as you are. My style is warm, affirming, and collaborative and I view us as a team. My goal is to empower you to lead a life that is meaningful to you. I look forward to accompanying you on your journey of personal growth!
If you’re struggling with behavioral, alcohol, or substance addictions, the journey can feel overwhelming and isolating. These challenges can lead to a deep sense of frustration, guilt, or even hopelessness as you try to reclaim control over your life. Understanding that the path to recovery is not linear, my focus is on providing a structured and compassionate space where we can explore these issues together. Through a program designed to address your unique needs, I aim to guide you toward lasting transformation.
If you’re struggling with behavioral, alcohol, or substance addictions, the journey can feel overwhelming and isolating. These challenges can lead to a deep sense of frustration, guilt, or even hopelessness as you try to reclaim control over your life. Understanding that the path to recovery is not linear, my focus is on providing a structured and compassionate space where we can explore these issues together. Through a program designed to address your unique needs, I aim to guide you toward lasting transformation.
Are you having difficulty with a recent transition, such as a divorce/separation, military discharge, returning to work/school, or retirement? Are you interested in creating, maintaining, and improving your relationships with others? Would you like to isolate less and connect more with loved ones?
I approach therapy with warmth, transparency, and curiosity. I incorporate aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing towards gaining insight and leading a more fulfilling life.
Are you having difficulty with a recent transition, such as a divorce/separation, military discharge, returning to work/school, or retirement? Are you interested in creating, maintaining, and improving your relationships with others? Would you like to isolate less and connect more with loved ones?
I approach therapy with warmth, transparency, and curiosity. I incorporate aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing towards gaining insight and leading a more fulfilling life.
When you're living with anxiety, depression, or the weight of past trauma, it can be hard to feel like yourself. Maybe you're showing up for others while quietly struggling inside—pushing through the day, but feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or just not okay. These feelings can take a toll over time, making it difficult to feel hopeful or grounded. I hold a Master’s in Education and Clinical Counseling from Azusa Pacific University (2017), and I support clients through an integrative approach that draws from CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, SFT, and supportive therapy, always working at a pace that feels right for you.
When you're living with anxiety, depression, or the weight of past trauma, it can be hard to feel like yourself. Maybe you're showing up for others while quietly struggling inside—pushing through the day, but feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or just not okay. These feelings can take a toll over time, making it difficult to feel hopeful or grounded. I hold a Master’s in Education and Clinical Counseling from Azusa Pacific University (2017), and I support clients through an integrative approach that draws from CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems, SFT, and supportive therapy, always working at a pace that feels right for you.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself? Healing is not just about talking—it’s about transformation on every level. As an EMDR therapist with a holistic perspective, I blend evidence-based therapy with the deep intuitive power of energy work to help you release trauma, break patterns, and reconnect with your true self. My approach is comprehensive, integrative, and uniquely tailored to you—addressing the mind, body, and spirit for lasting change.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, past wounds, or simply seeking a deeper sense of alignment, I create a safe, supportive space where real healing happens.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself? Healing is not just about talking—it’s about transformation on every level. As an EMDR therapist with a holistic perspective, I blend evidence-based therapy with the deep intuitive power of energy work to help you release trauma, break patterns, and reconnect with your true self. My approach is comprehensive, integrative, and uniquely tailored to you—addressing the mind, body, and spirit for lasting change.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, past wounds, or simply seeking a deeper sense of alignment, I create a safe, supportive space where real healing happens.
Welcoming New Patients! Natalie is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, Tricare, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Grounding her practice in warmth and compassion, Natalie helps clients understand how past relationships and life experiences may be shaping the way they feel, cope, and connect with others today. She has extensive experience helping clients who have experienced trauma, as well as those managing more than one challenge at a time.
Welcoming New Patients! Natalie is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, Tricare, and more), and has same-week appointments available. Grounding her practice in warmth and compassion, Natalie helps clients understand how past relationships and life experiences may be shaping the way they feel, cope, and connect with others today. She has extensive experience helping clients who have experienced trauma, as well as those managing more than one challenge at a time.
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