TriWest Therapists in Carlsbad, CA

Adriana Misuraca
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Living with ADHD and depression can feel overwhelming, with constant battles against focus, mood swings, and daily pressures. In addition to working with clients from all walks of life, I'm passionate about supporting first-generation Americans, who often face additional cultural and familial expectations. Together, we'll navigate these challenges, helping you find balance and peace amidst the chaos.
Living with ADHD and depression can feel overwhelming, with constant battles against focus, mood swings, and daily pressures. In addition to working with clients from all walks of life, I'm passionate about supporting first-generation Americans, who often face additional cultural and familial expectations. Together, we'll navigate these challenges, helping you find balance and peace amidst the chaos.
(760) 428-1679 View (760) 428-1679
Abby Ferenz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Life changes can affect how we view ourselves, connect with others, and manage stress. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, facing relationship conflict, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can help you find clarity and create meaningful change. I work with teens, adults, and couples to feel more calm and steady, build healthier relationships, and better understand themselves.
Life changes can affect how we view ourselves, connect with others, and manage stress. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, facing relationship conflict, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can help you find clarity and create meaningful change. I work with teens, adults, and couples to feel more calm and steady, build healthier relationships, and better understand themselves.
(858) 381-0952 View (858) 381-0952
Amanda Prestage
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, KAP
6 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92011
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or lost? Is your past weighing you down? Does it feel like you've tried everything to get through your past and yet it feels like you're not getting anywhere? Together, we will get you back on your way to living a meaningful life. I provide a secure and nurturing space for you to come as you are. You'll be able to share your experiences without judgment. We'll work through your past to clear the path for your future. Life is too precious to spend another second feeling unhappy and stuck. Inaction only makes things worse. Your best life is waiting for you.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or lost? Is your past weighing you down? Does it feel like you've tried everything to get through your past and yet it feels like you're not getting anywhere? Together, we will get you back on your way to living a meaningful life. I provide a secure and nurturing space for you to come as you are. You'll be able to share your experiences without judgment. We'll work through your past to clear the path for your future. Life is too precious to spend another second feeling unhappy and stuck. Inaction only makes things worse. Your best life is waiting for you.
(760) 548-2984 View (760) 548-2984
Jacqueline Rivera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
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.
(760) 589-5314 View (760) 589-5314
Hallie Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C, RPT
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92011
Hello! I am Hallie. I specialize in children, more specifically play therapy, tweens and teens, adult and pediatric OCD/BFRBs, perinatal mental health, and trauma related disorders. I am a psychotherapist located in San Diego and Orange County, CA and offers virtual therapy in Minnesota, who brings 15 years of experience in the field of mental health. You came across my profile because either yourself or loved one is in need of help. Reaching out takes a significant amount of courage, and I am glad you did. I am here to offer my help and support.
Hello! I am Hallie. I specialize in children, more specifically play therapy, tweens and teens, adult and pediatric OCD/BFRBs, perinatal mental health, and trauma related disorders. I am a psychotherapist located in San Diego and Orange County, CA and offers virtual therapy in Minnesota, who brings 15 years of experience in the field of mental health. You came across my profile because either yourself or loved one is in need of help. Reaching out takes a significant amount of courage, and I am glad you did. I am here to offer my help and support.
(442) 200-2682 View (442) 200-2682
John Hamilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92011
These are certainly challenging times. Difficult emotions like loneliness, fear, anger, shame and disillusionment can take over, and you may feel like your life is out of control. Maybe things look good on the outside, but you feel uncertain on the inside. Maybe you have been avoiding things by “self-medicating” with alcohol, food, substances, TV, or the internet? Maybe you are having conflict with someone you love. Maybe “old stuff” is bubbling up? No matter what, you have arrived at this moment for a reason- you are ready to really look deeply at some things and make some changes! Therapy is a great place to do that.
These are certainly challenging times. Difficult emotions like loneliness, fear, anger, shame and disillusionment can take over, and you may feel like your life is out of control. Maybe things look good on the outside, but you feel uncertain on the inside. Maybe you have been avoiding things by “self-medicating” with alcohol, food, substances, TV, or the internet? Maybe you are having conflict with someone you love. Maybe “old stuff” is bubbling up? No matter what, you have arrived at this moment for a reason- you are ready to really look deeply at some things and make some changes! Therapy is a great place to do that.
(760) 227-5244 View (760) 227-5244
Dahlie Neilsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I am a true believer that it takes a village to make it in this world. However, many people don’t have that in their lives and need guidance and support from outside sources, which I have done for over 20 years as a psychotherapist and community leader. Counseling individuals, families, and marriages, I help resolve conflicts, identify patterns of symptoms, strengthen relationships, pursue new adventures, and increase self-awareness. Through the therapeutic bond, clients have an opportunity to trust me and create a deeper relationship with themselves.
I am a true believer that it takes a village to make it in this world. However, many people don’t have that in their lives and need guidance and support from outside sources, which I have done for over 20 years as a psychotherapist and community leader. Counseling individuals, families, and marriages, I help resolve conflicts, identify patterns of symptoms, strengthen relationships, pursue new adventures, and increase self-awareness. Through the therapeutic bond, clients have an opportunity to trust me and create a deeper relationship with themselves.
(559) 546-4771 View (559) 546-4771
Michele Felten
Counselor, MA, APCC
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
I am in-network for Aetna, Cigna, MHN, Optum, TriCare/ TriWest and United Healthcare, but I can also provide a superbill for out-of-network and FSA/HSA clients who are pursuing insurance reimbursement.
More than anything, you need to know there is hope, even when life feels overwhelming or out of control. You want someone to walk with you through anxiety, depression, or trauma—a companion who offers honesty, kindness, compassion, and a collaborative approach to developing healthier coping strategies. When life falls into survival mode, just getting through each day can feel exhausting, leaving you anxious and drained, struggling to maintain meaningful relationships or even understand what is causing distress. You need a space to pause, reflect, and feel truly seen and heard—a place to rest and process your struggles in safety.
I am in-network for Aetna, Cigna, MHN, Optum, TriCare/ TriWest and United Healthcare, but I can also provide a superbill for out-of-network and FSA/HSA clients who are pursuing insurance reimbursement.
More than anything, you need to know there is hope, even when life feels overwhelming or out of control. You want someone to walk with you through anxiety, depression, or trauma—a companion who offers honesty, kindness, compassion, and a collaborative approach to developing healthier coping strategies. When life falls into survival mode, just getting through each day can feel exhausting, leaving you anxious and drained, struggling to maintain meaningful relationships or even understand what is causing distress. You need a space to pause, reflect, and feel truly seen and heard—a place to rest and process your struggles in safety.
(442) 259-1720 View (442) 259-1720
Kristin Lawrence
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
I help people understand and repair relationships that feel strained, distant, or when hope feels lost. Whether you’re navigating tension with a spouse, conflict in your family, challenges in a business relationship, or the weight of caregiving, you don’t have to keep managing it all alone. My work is grounded in attachment-based, experiential, and psychodynamic approaches, focusing on the patterns that shape how you relate to others. I also offer support with grief and caregiving stress, helping you honor your emotions, strengthen your support system, and find meaning in life’s unexpected turns.
I help people understand and repair relationships that feel strained, distant, or when hope feels lost. Whether you’re navigating tension with a spouse, conflict in your family, challenges in a business relationship, or the weight of caregiving, you don’t have to keep managing it all alone. My work is grounded in attachment-based, experiential, and psychodynamic approaches, focusing on the patterns that shape how you relate to others. I also offer support with grief and caregiving stress, helping you honor your emotions, strengthen your support system, and find meaning in life’s unexpected turns.
(760) 891-5711 View (760) 891-5711
ADR Wellness
Psychologist, PhD
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Involved in a painful relationship? Do you want to decrease your suffering? We are here to help. The process of change can be painful, but it also offers opportunity for growth. If you are interested in making life changes, or are contemplating making changes in your life, then I invite you to contact us. At ADR Wellness we provide a nonjudgmental and safe environment. We offer research proven methods to help identify problems and create constructive solutions for difficult life issues.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Involved in a painful relationship? Do you want to decrease your suffering? We are here to help. The process of change can be painful, but it also offers opportunity for growth. If you are interested in making life changes, or are contemplating making changes in your life, then I invite you to contact us. At ADR Wellness we provide a nonjudgmental and safe environment. We offer research proven methods to help identify problems and create constructive solutions for difficult life issues.
(760) 991-3243 View (760) 991-3243
Paul Wilcox
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, CCTP
Carlsbad, CA 92010
I started working as a Marriage and Family Therapist in 2015 and as a Professional Clinical Counselor in 2016. I am passionate about helping people heal, improve, and grow into the best version of themselves they can become. My foundation is built on client centered therapy, and creating a safe, comfortable, non-judgmental space. I have significant experience working with clients with trauma and/ or PTSD. I like to integrate various evidence based treatments into therapy, when appropriate, including EMDR, Mindfulness, Strength Based, Solution Focused, Psychodynamic, CBT, MI, Existential, Gestalt, DBT, Gottman, and Hypnotherapy
I started working as a Marriage and Family Therapist in 2015 and as a Professional Clinical Counselor in 2016. I am passionate about helping people heal, improve, and grow into the best version of themselves they can become. My foundation is built on client centered therapy, and creating a safe, comfortable, non-judgmental space. I have significant experience working with clients with trauma and/ or PTSD. I like to integrate various evidence based treatments into therapy, when appropriate, including EMDR, Mindfulness, Strength Based, Solution Focused, Psychodynamic, CBT, MI, Existential, Gestalt, DBT, Gottman, and Hypnotherapy
(442) 244-9955 View (442) 244-9955
Linda Owens Folsom
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
I have worked for over 30 years with military populations including active duty, family members, retirees and veterans. I retired in December, 2022 after 29 years working at the Mental Health Department at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I love helping people grow and evolve in their ability to understand themselves and the impacts from past experiences to improve their relationships and overall well-being.
I have worked for over 30 years with military populations including active duty, family members, retirees and veterans. I retired in December, 2022 after 29 years working at the Mental Health Department at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I love helping people grow and evolve in their ability to understand themselves and the impacts from past experiences to improve their relationships and overall well-being.
(442) 237-4993 View (442) 237-4993
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.
(619) 329-8147 View (619) 329-8147
Kathy O'Fallon
Psychologist, PsyD
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Waitlist for new clients
I've been in practice for many years, in both medical clinics and private practice settings, so I have treated all kinds of issues. Psychotherapy is a deeply personal and intimate experience, and I value the privilege of being a part of a person's commitment to change. Areas of advanced training include but are not limited to Brainspotting, the quick pulse (by Jo Dunning), codependence and abuse recovery, emotional freedom technique, Matrix Reimprinting, cognitive and psychodynamic psychotherapy, poetry therapy, marital and family therapy, sexual therapy, focused mindfulness, quantum entrainment, and spiritually focused therapy.
I've been in practice for many years, in both medical clinics and private practice settings, so I have treated all kinds of issues. Psychotherapy is a deeply personal and intimate experience, and I value the privilege of being a part of a person's commitment to change. Areas of advanced training include but are not limited to Brainspotting, the quick pulse (by Jo Dunning), codependence and abuse recovery, emotional freedom technique, Matrix Reimprinting, cognitive and psychodynamic psychotherapy, poetry therapy, marital and family therapy, sexual therapy, focused mindfulness, quantum entrainment, and spiritually focused therapy.
(909) 570-1795 View (909) 570-1795
Melissa Pierce
Psychologist, PsyD, DBSM
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
I guide and support clients to manage worry, anxiety, and stress. As well, I help individuals with sleep problems to fall asleep, stay asleep, and feel refreshed in the morning. I am an interactive, cognitive behavioral clinical psychologist. I have been formally trained in cognitive behavioral therapy for the treatment of insomnia. My therapeutic approach is to provide supportive treatment with practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client.
I guide and support clients to manage worry, anxiety, and stress. As well, I help individuals with sleep problems to fall asleep, stay asleep, and feel refreshed in the morning. I am an interactive, cognitive behavioral clinical psychologist. I have been formally trained in cognitive behavioral therapy for the treatment of insomnia. My therapeutic approach is to provide supportive treatment with practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client.
(760) 748-1354 View (760) 748-1354
Cheri Themer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Living with Complex PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, or a combination thereof, can feel like you're carrying a heavy emotional weight that affects every part of your life. Whether it's flashbacks, overwhelming sadness and worry, intense stress and fear, or the numbness from trauma and depression, these feelings can make daily tasks feel insurmountable. My goal is to support you through these difficult emotions, helping you build internal strength, enhance your resilience, process losses, and manage depressive and anxiety symptoms. Your values, beliefs, and any cultural/religious/spiritual practices matter to me.
Living with Complex PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, or a combination thereof, can feel like you're carrying a heavy emotional weight that affects every part of your life. Whether it's flashbacks, overwhelming sadness and worry, intense stress and fear, or the numbness from trauma and depression, these feelings can make daily tasks feel insurmountable. My goal is to support you through these difficult emotions, helping you build internal strength, enhance your resilience, process losses, and manage depressive and anxiety symptoms. Your values, beliefs, and any cultural/religious/spiritual practices matter to me.
(760) 280-5941 View (760) 280-5941
Dr. Cristina Bustos
Psychologist, PhD
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
If you are struggling with feeling depressed, anxious, having difficulty after a traumatic experience, pain, or insomnia, I would be honored to support you in recovering, healing, and improving your quality of life. I specialize in evidence-based treatment methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, Pain, and Insomnia, Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder/Trauma, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
If you are struggling with feeling depressed, anxious, having difficulty after a traumatic experience, pain, or insomnia, I would be honored to support you in recovering, healing, and improving your quality of life. I specialize in evidence-based treatment methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety, Depression, Pain, and Insomnia, Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder/Trauma, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
(442) 217-3292 View (442) 217-3292
Yun Gardner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Online Only
When trauma, anxiety, or mood disorders take hold, they can leave you feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that are hard to break. These experiences often shape the way you see yourself and the world around you, leading to difficulty trusting others, managing emotions, or feeling at peace. For many, these struggles aren’t just about isolated symptoms—they’re about carrying the weight of experiences that haven’t yet been processed.
When trauma, anxiety, or mood disorders take hold, they can leave you feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that are hard to break. These experiences often shape the way you see yourself and the world around you, leading to difficulty trusting others, managing emotions, or feeling at peace. For many, these struggles aren’t just about isolated symptoms—they’re about carrying the weight of experiences that haven’t yet been processed.
(760) 491-6648 View (760) 491-6648
Reagan Cable
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92009
As a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT 162120) practicing under licensed supervision, I offer grounded, trauma‑informed therapy that moves at your pace, helps you make sense of what you’ve been through, and supports small, realistic changes in daily life.
As a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT 162120) practicing under licensed supervision, I offer grounded, trauma‑informed therapy that moves at your pace, helps you make sense of what you’ve been through, and supports small, realistic changes in daily life.
(442) 233-6581 View (442) 233-6581
Kimberly Mears
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Challenges and obstacles are a natural part of life. I believe, clients can draw from their strengths in combination with self awareness, stress management and therapeutic tools, to overcome most hurdles in their lives. My therapeutic approach depends on the individual or the couples needs. After a thorough assessment, I will then establish a treatment plan designed to meet my clients needs. My individualized treatment plans are based on 20 years of experience and constructed with input from my client. We will work together to identify; understand and resolve difficulties which undermine daily functioning and well being.
Challenges and obstacles are a natural part of life. I believe, clients can draw from their strengths in combination with self awareness, stress management and therapeutic tools, to overcome most hurdles in their lives. My therapeutic approach depends on the individual or the couples needs. After a thorough assessment, I will then establish a treatment plan designed to meet my clients needs. My individualized treatment plans are based on 20 years of experience and constructed with input from my client. We will work together to identify; understand and resolve difficulties which undermine daily functioning and well being.
(760) 385-6283 View (760) 385-6283

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