Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Carlsbad, CA
Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating—it’s a place where you can show up just as you are. I am here to offer a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, understood, and truly seen. My focus is on helping people navigate life changes, manage anxiety and depression, and heal from trauma. I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we will move at your pace to explore what matters most to you. When you are ready, I will walk alongside you on your journey toward growth and well-being.
Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating—it’s a place where you can show up just as you are. I am here to offer a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, understood, and truly seen. My focus is on helping people navigate life changes, manage anxiety and depression, and heal from trauma. I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we will move at your pace to explore what matters most to you. When you are ready, I will walk alongside you on your journey toward growth and well-being.
Michele La Porte Downey
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, MAC, LMFT, Master, Life
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the complex cycle of mood disorders or addiction within your family? My practice is a creative sanctuary designed for those who need a roadmap through the healthcare maze to find the best possible care for themselves or their loved ones. Using a solution-oriented, 12-step based approach, I specialize in unique, intervention-based programs tailored to your family's specific needs and budget. Whether through my recovery groups or individual, couples, and marriage therapy, we will work together to restore balance and hope.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the complex cycle of mood disorders or addiction within your family? My practice is a creative sanctuary designed for those who need a roadmap through the healthcare maze to find the best possible care for themselves or their loved ones. Using a solution-oriented, 12-step based approach, I specialize in unique, intervention-based programs tailored to your family's specific needs and budget. Whether through my recovery groups or individual, couples, and marriage therapy, we will work together to restore balance and hope.
I have over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, families, and adults. Whether you are having a crisis, struggling with a mental health diagnosis, need emotional support or want to have a better understanding of yourself and your relationships, I will help you determine how to deal with these issues. I have worked in a variety of settings including residential treatment, outpatient services, school settings, victims of crime, and the department of defense. I have extensive experience with assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in the areas of crisis intervention, addiction, mood disorders, and parenting issues.
I have over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, families, and adults. Whether you are having a crisis, struggling with a mental health diagnosis, need emotional support or want to have a better understanding of yourself and your relationships, I will help you determine how to deal with these issues. I have worked in a variety of settings including residential treatment, outpatient services, school settings, victims of crime, and the department of defense. I have extensive experience with assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in the areas of crisis intervention, addiction, mood disorders, and parenting issues.
Working with children, teens, and caregivers is a unique opportunity to provide families with support during an important time in life. Using a collaborative and empathic approach, I work hard alongside my clients to make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives. It's important to meet each person where they are at and help them meet their unique goals. In addition to my private practice, I am on faculty with UC Davis Health, where I provide virtual therapy and supervise and teach psychology trainees and psychiatry residents.
Working with children, teens, and caregivers is a unique opportunity to provide families with support during an important time in life. Using a collaborative and empathic approach, I work hard alongside my clients to make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives. It's important to meet each person where they are at and help them meet their unique goals. In addition to my private practice, I am on faculty with UC Davis Health, where I provide virtual therapy and supervise and teach psychology trainees and psychiatry residents.
Claudia Matar de Brun
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Waitlist for new clients
Many parents reach out because they see their child struggling with anxiety, big emotions, behavioral challenges, school stress, or family changes such as divorce or conflict. Your child may shut down, act out, or feel overwhelmed and not know how to express what they are feeling. As a parent, you want to understand what is happening and help your child feel calmer, more confident, and supported while strengthening your connection as a family. I often work with children who struggle with anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, and family transitions.
Many parents reach out because they see their child struggling with anxiety, big emotions, behavioral challenges, school stress, or family changes such as divorce or conflict. Your child may shut down, act out, or feel overwhelmed and not know how to express what they are feeling. As a parent, you want to understand what is happening and help your child feel calmer, more confident, and supported while strengthening your connection as a family. I often work with children who struggle with anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, and family transitions.
At The Village Lighthouse, we know that learning and development look different for every child, teen, and adult. Whether your child is struggling in school or you're seeking answers about your own learning or emotional needs, we’re here to help guide the way.
Our team includes Licensed Educational Psychologists and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), allowing us to support not only learning needs but also emotional well-being. We specialize in working with trauma and use evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices.
At The Village Lighthouse, we know that learning and development look different for every child, teen, and adult. Whether your child is struggling in school or you're seeking answers about your own learning or emotional needs, we’re here to help guide the way.
Our team includes Licensed Educational Psychologists and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), allowing us to support not only learning needs but also emotional well-being. We specialize in working with trauma and use evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices.
Is your child having trouble with meltdowns at home or at school? Is your teenager struggling with anxiety or depression? I am here to provide a warm, supportive space where they feel heard, valued, and empowered. Using a strengths-based and individualized approach, I will help them develop coping skills, improve self-esteem, and navigate social and emotional challenges with confidence. Whether they’re feeling overwhelmed, facing school difficulties, or struggling with executive functioning, I collaborate with them and their families to foster resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth, helping them thrive in everyday life.
Is your child having trouble with meltdowns at home or at school? Is your teenager struggling with anxiety or depression? I am here to provide a warm, supportive space where they feel heard, valued, and empowered. Using a strengths-based and individualized approach, I will help them develop coping skills, improve self-esteem, and navigate social and emotional challenges with confidence. Whether they’re feeling overwhelmed, facing school difficulties, or struggling with executive functioning, I collaborate with them and their families to foster resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth, helping them thrive in everyday life.
Hello and welcome! Congratulations for making such an important choice for yourself. My job is to help you explore what is causing you distress and and how I can help with getting you relief. If this is your first time in therapy you may have a lot of questions: "is something wrong with me, should I just not think about it, how can talking about my feelings help, will I be judged, can I really feel comfortable sharing my true thoughts..." I get it. Together we will build a "natural home" where you can cry, laugh, and be heard. We all benefit from having someone to share our feelings with in a safe and trusting relationship.
Hello and welcome! Congratulations for making such an important choice for yourself. My job is to help you explore what is causing you distress and and how I can help with getting you relief. If this is your first time in therapy you may have a lot of questions: "is something wrong with me, should I just not think about it, how can talking about my feelings help, will I be judged, can I really feel comfortable sharing my true thoughts..." I get it. Together we will build a "natural home" where you can cry, laugh, and be heard. We all benefit from having someone to share our feelings with in a safe and trusting relationship.
The Living Success Center believes that mental health care is a right for everyone and is committed to the following values: Each client will be cared for regardless of race, creed, color, sexual orientation or religion. Each client will be treated with respect and dignity, with compassion, empathy and acceptance of cultural and linguistic differences. Each client will be cared for regardless of their ability to pay, for as long as they need and want therapy. Each client will be assured privacy and confidentiality. Each client will be cared for by a qualified clinician working with licensed and specially trained Supervisors.
The Living Success Center believes that mental health care is a right for everyone and is committed to the following values: Each client will be cared for regardless of race, creed, color, sexual orientation or religion. Each client will be treated with respect and dignity, with compassion, empathy and acceptance of cultural and linguistic differences. Each client will be cared for regardless of their ability to pay, for as long as they need and want therapy. Each client will be assured privacy and confidentiality. Each client will be cared for by a qualified clinician working with licensed and specially trained Supervisors.
Whether a family needs help managing difficult situations with their child’s school in the IEP process, assessments for autism, ADHD, Learning disabilities, or in adaptive domains, I am able to write and explain the comprehensive reports. My background in early childhood education also allows me the skills to provide counseling and play therapy for children, starting as young as 2 years. I want to work with children and their families to appreciate and understand one another so that home is a place of peace and calm, and so children feel understood and excited to learn at school.
Whether a family needs help managing difficult situations with their child’s school in the IEP process, assessments for autism, ADHD, Learning disabilities, or in adaptive domains, I am able to write and explain the comprehensive reports. My background in early childhood education also allows me the skills to provide counseling and play therapy for children, starting as young as 2 years. I want to work with children and their families to appreciate and understand one another so that home is a place of peace and calm, and so children feel understood and excited to learn at school.
Life seems intense, overwhelming, or stressful right now. Fear, anger, and exhaustion are familiar emotions. Your parent/boss/spouse just doesn't get it and you don't know how to explain it to them. Perhaps you're questioning your identity, coming out to your family or to your child(ren), experiencing separation/divorce, ready to transition, or coping with loss. You want a safe place to discuss and leave behind feelings of loneliness, sadness, and confusion. You want to figure out a way to get through the week (the day!) and the next. You want relief. You want to be understood. Let's talk. Your first phone consultation is free.
Life seems intense, overwhelming, or stressful right now. Fear, anger, and exhaustion are familiar emotions. Your parent/boss/spouse just doesn't get it and you don't know how to explain it to them. Perhaps you're questioning your identity, coming out to your family or to your child(ren), experiencing separation/divorce, ready to transition, or coping with loss. You want a safe place to discuss and leave behind feelings of loneliness, sadness, and confusion. You want to figure out a way to get through the week (the day!) and the next. You want relief. You want to be understood. Let's talk. Your first phone consultation is free.
I have 30 years of clinical experience in a multitude of settings, including all phases of patient care, from an initial assessment to developing a course of treatment and altering the course as indicated with input from the patient. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Sciences, pursued a graduate degree, and earned a Masters's Degree in Counseling Psychology at National University, San Diego, CA. My experience is expansive developmentally with regard to age as well as the condition for which the person is seeking care.
I have 30 years of clinical experience in a multitude of settings, including all phases of patient care, from an initial assessment to developing a course of treatment and altering the course as indicated with input from the patient. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Sciences, pursued a graduate degree, and earned a Masters's Degree in Counseling Psychology at National University, San Diego, CA. My experience is expansive developmentally with regard to age as well as the condition for which the person is seeking care.
I am a strengths based, trauma focused therapist specializing in grief & loss, PTSD, and feeling stuck and overwhelmed by past negative experiences and beliefs. I work with clients ranging in age from adolescents to seniors utilizing EMDR and family systems therapy.
I am a strengths based, trauma focused therapist specializing in grief & loss, PTSD, and feeling stuck and overwhelmed by past negative experiences and beliefs. I work with clients ranging in age from adolescents to seniors utilizing EMDR and family systems therapy.
First, I strive to create a safe environment where the client feels heard, understood and supported. The compasionate use of 'unconditional positive regard' guides my work. This is a well proven healing factor in the therapeutic relationship. I believe my clients grow strongest by finding their own path through their unique inner landscape.
First, I strive to create a safe environment where the client feels heard, understood and supported. The compasionate use of 'unconditional positive regard' guides my work. This is a well proven healing factor in the therapeutic relationship. I believe my clients grow strongest by finding their own path through their unique inner landscape.
Working through difficult experiences and emotions can be challenging. It can be even harder to make desired changes in ones life when certain patterns have been established for so long. I work hard to ensure that my clients feel safe and supported throughout this process. By creating a comfortable and lighthearted environment, individuals, families, and couples are able to gain some reprieve from the difficulties they are experiencing. This allows change to begin to occur in the lives of my clients.
Working through difficult experiences and emotions can be challenging. It can be even harder to make desired changes in ones life when certain patterns have been established for so long. I work hard to ensure that my clients feel safe and supported throughout this process. By creating a comfortable and lighthearted environment, individuals, families, and couples are able to gain some reprieve from the difficulties they are experiencing. This allows change to begin to occur in the lives of my clients.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Sam Blumberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Not accepting new clients
Currently working towards my PsyD, will not be accepting clients at this time.
Feeling lost or stuck in a rut? Don't worry, you're not alone. Whether you're freaking out about graduating and entering the "real world," in the middle of a mid-life crisis, or feeling like you’ve lost your edge at work or on the field, you deserve someone in your corner to back you up.
Currently working towards my PsyD, will not be accepting clients at this time.
Feeling lost or stuck in a rut? Don't worry, you're not alone. Whether you're freaking out about graduating and entering the "real world," in the middle of a mid-life crisis, or feeling like you’ve lost your edge at work or on the field, you deserve someone in your corner to back you up.
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If you’re here, something in your life isn’t working the way you want it to.
Maybe you feel stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, second-guessing yourself, or carrying more than you know how to hold. Maybe you’re tired of thinking about it, trying to fix it, and still feeling the same. You don’t have to keep doing this alone.
I’m Amy Neufeld, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help people make sense of what’s going on in their lives and begin to feel some real relief, not just in theory, but in the day-to-day moments that have been weighing on you.
If you’re here, something in your life isn’t working the way you want it to.
Maybe you feel stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, second-guessing yourself, or carrying more than you know how to hold. Maybe you’re tired of thinking about it, trying to fix it, and still feeling the same. You don’t have to keep doing this alone.
I’m Amy Neufeld, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help people make sense of what’s going on in their lives and begin to feel some real relief, not just in theory, but in the day-to-day moments that have been weighing on you.
Here we go again! Fighting the same fight time and time again. Why can 't we stop arguing and actually fix our problems. You feel like your concerns are not being heard and your desire to connect is being overlooked. Or maybe you wake up every morning dreading the day. You are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and exhaust and the day just started. Or, maybe you're staying up later avoiding going to bed because you know what awaits you, nothing. You are in a sexless relationship and you crave more intimacy. Together, we can stop the anger dance, feel more present in our bodies, and learn to receive more pleasure in our lives.
Here we go again! Fighting the same fight time and time again. Why can 't we stop arguing and actually fix our problems. You feel like your concerns are not being heard and your desire to connect is being overlooked. Or maybe you wake up every morning dreading the day. You are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and exhaust and the day just started. Or, maybe you're staying up later avoiding going to bed because you know what awaits you, nothing. You are in a sexless relationship and you crave more intimacy. Together, we can stop the anger dance, feel more present in our bodies, and learn to receive more pleasure in our lives.
I am certified in Prepare/Enrich and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT), using proven strategies to strengthen relationships and well-being.
I work with individuals and couples seeking healing, growth, and stronger relationships. Many clients come to me struggling with anxiety, trauma, communication challenges, relationship conflict, life transitions, or spiritual concerns. Couples often seek support to rebuild trust, improve communication, and deepen connection. Individuals may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or burdened by past experiences. I provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can gain insight, develop healthy coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I am certified in Prepare/Enrich and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT), using proven strategies to strengthen relationships and well-being.
I work with individuals and couples seeking healing, growth, and stronger relationships. Many clients come to me struggling with anxiety, trauma, communication challenges, relationship conflict, life transitions, or spiritual concerns. Couples often seek support to rebuild trust, improve communication, and deepen connection. Individuals may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or burdened by past experiences. I provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can gain insight, develop healthy coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.
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Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists
Does parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) work?
PCIT is an evidence-based treatment that has been shown to be effective across domains, including for children with behavioral problems, those on the autism spectrum, and those who have experienced early childhood trauma. Further, studies have found that the skills developed through PCIT benefit not only the child in therapy but also siblings, as the parent internalizes lessons learned in sessions and is able to incorporate them into interactions with other family members.
How long does PCIT last?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and treatment lasts, on average, between 12 and 20 sessions. Factors that influence treatment duration include how regularly a client attends treatment, how much progress is achieved between sessions, the particular skills that need development, and the extent to which the parent and therapist see improvement.
Can PCIT be done online?
PCIT is among the therapy types best suited for video sessions. Therapists are able to communicate with parents with essentially the same ease, and by observing the parent and child at home in their normal environment, the therapist may gain additional insight into their interactions, as the child will have their normal toys and may feel more comfortable and act more naturally than they would in a therapist’s room.
Does PCIT help parents?
In addition to the skills parents develop through the treatment, PCIT has also been shown to reduce frustration, stress, and depression in parents and promote confidence and a sense of calm when dealing with their children. The desired outcomes of PCIT include a reduction in defiant and aggressive behavior by children and an improvement in communicating their feelings productively, complying with parental instruction, and behaving according to parents’ rules. Growth in these areas can be a relief for parents.