Bisexual Therapists in Chula Vista, CA
I specialize in somatic therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address depression, anxiety, trauma, and the impact of childhood adversity. I am passionate about working with those who struggle as adults due to negative childhood experiences, ADHD, and parents or soon to be parents. My goal is to support you along your healing journey. I believe you are the expert in your life and my role is to provide a non-judgmental safe space for you to discover your inner strength, process, heal, grow, and learn new tools to live the life you envision.
I specialize in somatic therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address depression, anxiety, trauma, and the impact of childhood adversity. I am passionate about working with those who struggle as adults due to negative childhood experiences, ADHD, and parents or soon to be parents. My goal is to support you along your healing journey. I believe you are the expert in your life and my role is to provide a non-judgmental safe space for you to discover your inner strength, process, heal, grow, and learn new tools to live the life you envision.
Hello I'm Socorro.
My name is Socorro "Cora" Dennis, and I am a Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and an Alabama Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults (18 and up), and specialize in anxiety, stress, grief, and addiction using Client-centered and strength based approaches and incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Hello I'm Socorro.
My name is Socorro "Cora" Dennis, and I am a Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and an Alabama Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults (18 and up), and specialize in anxiety, stress, grief, and addiction using Client-centered and strength based approaches and incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Have you felt stuck in life ? Or felt unsure how to move forward? I am an associate marriage and family therapist at Guided Life Therapeutics who works with adults on various life transitions. I am here to help you discover the best ways to navigate your life transitions! It’s a scary step and I’m happy you’re here.
I work with many issues not limited to women’s and men’s issues, relationship issues, teen issues, young adult issues, LGBTQ issues, non monogamy/polyamory, anxiety, depression, and more!
Have you felt stuck in life ? Or felt unsure how to move forward? I am an associate marriage and family therapist at Guided Life Therapeutics who works with adults on various life transitions. I am here to help you discover the best ways to navigate your life transitions! It’s a scary step and I’m happy you’re here.
I work with many issues not limited to women’s and men’s issues, relationship issues, teen issues, young adult issues, LGBTQ issues, non monogamy/polyamory, anxiety, depression, and more!
Hello! My name is Cristina and I am a bilingual, trauma-specialized therapist who has worked primarily with BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA communities, immigrants, asylum seekers, domestic violence survivors, and those navigating grief/loss. I enjoy supporting clients in learning or re-learning to trust their own bodies and lean into their ancestral knowledge and intuition. I help clients to identify the ways in which grief, trauma, or pain might be showing up in their bodies and minds, then work together to understand, cope or heal.
Hello! My name is Cristina and I am a bilingual, trauma-specialized therapist who has worked primarily with BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA communities, immigrants, asylum seekers, domestic violence survivors, and those navigating grief/loss. I enjoy supporting clients in learning or re-learning to trust their own bodies and lean into their ancestral knowledge and intuition. I help clients to identify the ways in which grief, trauma, or pain might be showing up in their bodies and minds, then work together to understand, cope or heal.
Hello, I am excited to get to know you. I have been working in the mental health field for 14 years- mostly with clients with very serious symptoms who were also experiencing homelessness. I graduated with my master’s degree in 2021, and I have been working as a telehealth therapist ever since. I create a space for clients to talk about all the factors that impact their lives- whether that is finances, sex, politics, race, gender, or economics. I am a sex-positive, anti-racist, feminist, and queer clinician. Therapy should be a combination of unconditional acceptance, along with direct and clear feedback.
Hello, I am excited to get to know you. I have been working in the mental health field for 14 years- mostly with clients with very serious symptoms who were also experiencing homelessness. I graduated with my master’s degree in 2021, and I have been working as a telehealth therapist ever since. I create a space for clients to talk about all the factors that impact their lives- whether that is finances, sex, politics, race, gender, or economics. I am a sex-positive, anti-racist, feminist, and queer clinician. Therapy should be a combination of unconditional acceptance, along with direct and clear feedback.
Do you feel stressed, worried, lost? Are you fighting all the time with your partner and feeling stuck? Feel like you have to be somebody else? If these sound true to you, I want you to know that in our society, we don’t talk about it very much, but what you are experiencing is normal.
Do you feel stressed, worried, lost? Are you fighting all the time with your partner and feeling stuck? Feel like you have to be somebody else? If these sound true to you, I want you to know that in our society, we don’t talk about it very much, but what you are experiencing is normal.
Welcome to my page! Are you struggling with trauma, anxiety, pain, relationship challenges, or cultural barriers? It can be incredibly tough to find a therapist who gets you. You deserve someone who empathizes with your experiences and works with you to overcome emotional burdens. I specialize in PTSD and trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic illness, and substance misuse. By integrating Brainspotting and my background in energy healing, I’ll help you navigate and transform your challenges into a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, leading you toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Welcome to my page! Are you struggling with trauma, anxiety, pain, relationship challenges, or cultural barriers? It can be incredibly tough to find a therapist who gets you. You deserve someone who empathizes with your experiences and works with you to overcome emotional burdens. I specialize in PTSD and trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic illness, and substance misuse. By integrating Brainspotting and my background in energy healing, I’ll help you navigate and transform your challenges into a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, leading you toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.
I approach therapy with warmth, curiosity, humor, and heart.
I work with individuals and families, and I have a particular passion for working with couples. I welcome my clients just as they are, without judgment or expectation. My approach is inclusive and sensitive to the many factors that shape our lives, including race, gender, sexual orientation, neurological makeup, and socioeconomic status.
In my work, I draw from Narrative and Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Brainspotting and Trauma-focused CBT (among others), to create a safe space where clients can explore their past without fear of re-traumatization.
I approach therapy with warmth, curiosity, humor, and heart.
I work with individuals and families, and I have a particular passion for working with couples. I welcome my clients just as they are, without judgment or expectation. My approach is inclusive and sensitive to the many factors that shape our lives, including race, gender, sexual orientation, neurological makeup, and socioeconomic status.
In my work, I draw from Narrative and Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Brainspotting and Trauma-focused CBT (among others), to create a safe space where clients can explore their past without fear of re-traumatization.
Hi There! Thanks for visiting my profile. I don't need to tell you that I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist because I am sure you have already read that in the heading of my profile. What that heading doesn't say is that I am a wife and a mom and I completely understand the rewards and challenges we face daily in both those roles. While I do work with various populations, it is my role as a wife and a mom that have lead me to specialize in working with children and families in various capacities. .
Hi There! Thanks for visiting my profile. I don't need to tell you that I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist because I am sure you have already read that in the heading of my profile. What that heading doesn't say is that I am a wife and a mom and I completely understand the rewards and challenges we face daily in both those roles. While I do work with various populations, it is my role as a wife and a mom that have lead me to specialize in working with children and families in various capacities. .
I am a licensed psychologist in CA with over 25 years of experience. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help individuals live a healthier and happier life. Additionally, I feel that it is important to learn more effective tools to help manage anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, depression, Bipolar Disorder, alcohol/ substance abuse issues and navigate life's stressors. If you want to make some changes in your life, we can collaboratively work together to make it happen one step at a time!
I am a licensed psychologist in CA with over 25 years of experience. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help individuals live a healthier and happier life. Additionally, I feel that it is important to learn more effective tools to help manage anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, depression, Bipolar Disorder, alcohol/ substance abuse issues and navigate life's stressors. If you want to make some changes in your life, we can collaboratively work together to make it happen one step at a time!
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief or going through a life transition it would be my honor to support you in working through these issues. I am dedicated to enhancing your emotional well being and I strive to offer you a warm and non- judgmental environment where you can feel free to talk about any issues. l have been a therapist for 32 years, I have experience working with a wide variety of mental health issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse.
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief or going through a life transition it would be my honor to support you in working through these issues. I am dedicated to enhancing your emotional well being and I strive to offer you a warm and non- judgmental environment where you can feel free to talk about any issues. l have been a therapist for 32 years, I have experience working with a wide variety of mental health issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse.
I have worked in several areas of mental health care and have truly found my purpose and passion in assisting those who struggle with trauma and/or addiction. I understand how trauma has been locked within the psyche and having an individual feel as though they are stuck within themselves. I understand that addiction was a solution to several problems at the time because it allowed relief but in reality it only masked the underlying issues. My goal for each of my clients is to have them recognize their own strengths and abilities so they may continue or begin to live meaningful lives.
I have worked in several areas of mental health care and have truly found my purpose and passion in assisting those who struggle with trauma and/or addiction. I understand how trauma has been locked within the psyche and having an individual feel as though they are stuck within themselves. I understand that addiction was a solution to several problems at the time because it allowed relief but in reality it only masked the underlying issues. My goal for each of my clients is to have them recognize their own strengths and abilities so they may continue or begin to live meaningful lives.
Welcome! I work with families and individuals that are stuck and ready for change. Therapy is a great place to open up, be understood, and find the best path forward. I've been in the mental health field most of my adult life and value this process each and every day. It includes honest feedback, improved self-awareness, an inventory of the parts of our life that we want to keep, and those that we work to adjust. If you're ready to work through the challenges, I'd like to help!
Welcome! I work with families and individuals that are stuck and ready for change. Therapy is a great place to open up, be understood, and find the best path forward. I've been in the mental health field most of my adult life and value this process each and every day. It includes honest feedback, improved self-awareness, an inventory of the parts of our life that we want to keep, and those that we work to adjust. If you're ready to work through the challenges, I'd like to help!
Are you tired of waiting to see someone for your troubles? If you strive to rejuvenate relationships and strengthen areas impacting your success and wellness, please allow me to be of service. I offer day or evening appointment times. Utilizing the benefit of your strengths and developed self-knowledge, we work together for enhanced personal growth. Most of my experience has been in working toward reducing clinical symptoms of anxiety, PTSD and depression. I have specialty in pregnancy depression, Diabetes, cancer & hypertension. I am eager to share more about how I may help you to gain access to tailored therapy support.
Are you tired of waiting to see someone for your troubles? If you strive to rejuvenate relationships and strengthen areas impacting your success and wellness, please allow me to be of service. I offer day or evening appointment times. Utilizing the benefit of your strengths and developed self-knowledge, we work together for enhanced personal growth. Most of my experience has been in working toward reducing clinical symptoms of anxiety, PTSD and depression. I have specialty in pregnancy depression, Diabetes, cancer & hypertension. I am eager to share more about how I may help you to gain access to tailored therapy support.
Sara Alshaheri: HOPE Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Chula Vista, CA 91914
I love working with individuals, couples, teens, children, and families. I take a trauma-informed and attachment-based lens in therapy, creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, build healthier coping strategies, and work toward meaningful personal growth.
I love working with individuals, couples, teens, children, and families. I take a trauma-informed and attachment-based lens in therapy, creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, build healthier coping strategies, and work toward meaningful personal growth.
As a therapist, I can help people by providing therapy sessions designed specifically for them. I provide counseling services to adolescents and adults with varied issues: anxiety, relational issues, cultural bias, anger management, and trauma. I am EMDR trained; an effective form of therapy for treating trauma, including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
As a therapist, I can help people by providing therapy sessions designed specifically for them. I provide counseling services to adolescents and adults with varied issues: anxiety, relational issues, cultural bias, anger management, and trauma. I am EMDR trained; an effective form of therapy for treating trauma, including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
I am a passionate clinical therapist who loves working with children, women, couples and families going through challenging times. Are you and your your child having trouble communicating? Are you and your spouse having trouble communicating? Do you see them going through a hard time, long to help but don't know how? Do you suffer from Bipolar Disorder? I am here for you. Do you feel undone by anxiety or depression and don't know how to "shake it off"? Please call today, My number one goal is to help in the most comfortable and holistic approach possible. It's OK, not to be OK. Together we can get there, one step at a time.
I am a passionate clinical therapist who loves working with children, women, couples and families going through challenging times. Are you and your your child having trouble communicating? Are you and your spouse having trouble communicating? Do you see them going through a hard time, long to help but don't know how? Do you suffer from Bipolar Disorder? I am here for you. Do you feel undone by anxiety or depression and don't know how to "shake it off"? Please call today, My number one goal is to help in the most comfortable and holistic approach possible. It's OK, not to be OK. Together we can get there, one step at a time.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations, we can work together to better understand and resolve the challenges to them. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and 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.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations, we can work together to better understand and resolve the challenges to them. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and 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.
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, or numbness, I’m here for you. Blaming yourself or feeling guilt or shame is no fun. These experiences are probably affecting your relationships, even the one with yourself. Your body gets bombarded with danger signals and in an attempt to cope you have learned to ignore your gut feeling and to numb the outside. Now you are noticing that this has challenged your ability to manage stressful situations, and it has led you to feel easily overwhelmed and wishing you could just shut it all off. This is what Complex PTSD can feel like when it goes untreated.
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, or numbness, I’m here for you. Blaming yourself or feeling guilt or shame is no fun. These experiences are probably affecting your relationships, even the one with yourself. Your body gets bombarded with danger signals and in an attempt to cope you have learned to ignore your gut feeling and to numb the outside. Now you are noticing that this has challenged your ability to manage stressful situations, and it has led you to feel easily overwhelmed and wishing you could just shut it all off. This is what Complex PTSD can feel like when it goes untreated.
Aloha! Life is full of change and transition, and that means life is also full of times when we need extra support to manage the anxiety, depression, and/or distress that often comes along with it. If this sounds like you, you're in the right place. I like to think of myself as a treatment partner, not someone who sits silently while you figure out your own path forward. That means I take a holistic, collaborative approach to treatment, with a nod to evidence-based practices, such as CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, as well as using EMDR and trauma-focused CPT for PTSD and other trauma-related symptoms.
Aloha! Life is full of change and transition, and that means life is also full of times when we need extra support to manage the anxiety, depression, and/or distress that often comes along with it. If this sounds like you, you're in the right place. I like to think of myself as a treatment partner, not someone who sits silently while you figure out your own path forward. That means I take a holistic, collaborative approach to treatment, with a nod to evidence-based practices, such as CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, as well as using EMDR and trauma-focused CPT for PTSD and other trauma-related symptoms.
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Bisexual Therapists
What is bisexual-affirming therapy?
Bisexual-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client’s bisexual identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual’s orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of bisexual people. This support is especially important, as research shows that bisexual individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation compared to other groups. Bisexual-affirming therapy acknowledges that bisexual individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as invalidation, relationship challenges, and minority stress—that require specialized understanding and intervention. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for bisexual partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship.
While not required, some clients prefer working with bisexual therapists who may bring personal insight to the therapeutic relationship. However, a non-bisexual therapist with strong training and a genuine commitment to affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who understands how identity impacts mental health and can create a space of trust and respect.
While not required, some clients prefer working with bisexual therapists who may bring personal insight to the therapeutic relationship. However, a non-bisexual therapist with strong training and a genuine commitment to affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who understands how identity impacts mental health and can create a space of trust and respect.
What can a bisexual therapist help with?
Bisexual-affirming therapists can provide support across a wide range of concerns relevant to bisexual individuals. Whether through personal or professional experience, they often have specialized knowledge in areas such as the coming out process, navigating stereotypes, and dealing with common stressors. Relationship support is another key area of focus, as bisexual clients may face unique challenge when dating or maintaining relationships across genders. Affirming therapists can also help clients build coping strategies for managing discrimination or stigma.
Additionally, many bisexual-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection. It's important to note that therapists provide can talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Additionally, many bisexual-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection. It's important to note that therapists provide can talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
How do I find a bisexual therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding bisexual-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialize in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit.
During initial consultations or early sessions, ask potential therapists about their specific training in bisexual-affirming care, their experience with LGBTQ+ clients, and their therapeutic approach to identity-related concerns. An effective bisexual-affirming therapist will demonstrate genuine understanding of bisexual experiences, including awareness of the unique challenges facing bisexual individuals. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.
During initial consultations or early sessions, ask potential therapists about their specific training in bisexual-affirming care, their experience with LGBTQ+ clients, and their therapeutic approach to identity-related concerns. An effective bisexual-affirming therapist will demonstrate genuine understanding of bisexual experiences, including awareness of the unique challenges facing bisexual individuals. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.