Therapists in Chula Vista, CA
Melissa Nefalar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chula Vista, CA 91910
I believe in working with children, teens, and adults through a combination of guidance and direction. Therapy can involve relieving stress in family relationships and improvement in overall quality of life for those in treatment. A lot of time and energy are spent with all other aspects in life, why wouldn't we invest growth and enrichment with our loved ones?
I believe in working with children, teens, and adults through a combination of guidance and direction. Therapy can involve relieving stress in family relationships and improvement in overall quality of life for those in treatment. A lot of time and energy are spent with all other aspects in life, why wouldn't we invest growth and enrichment with our loved ones?
Hello! I'm Paola Vidauri, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) offering therapy sessions via telehealth. I'm thrilled that you've taken this courageous step toward prioritizing your mental health and healing.
Hello! I'm Paola Vidauri, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) offering therapy sessions via telehealth. I'm thrilled that you've taken this courageous step toward prioritizing your mental health and healing.
Julia Malone : Hope Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chula Vista, CA 91914
Each of us go through different seasons in our life where change can happen unexpectedly. At times there can be so much pressure to be successful personally and professionally and sometimes it can be challenging to be our authentic selves. Past or present circumstances can leave us feeling stuck, confused, fearful or hopeless. Those feelings are valid and it is important that they are heard and understood. I am a strong believer in the power of therapy where an individual can truly be their honest self. We all deserve a safe place to be open about our history, our emotions, and our dreams and I am here to offer that space.
Each of us go through different seasons in our life where change can happen unexpectedly. At times there can be so much pressure to be successful personally and professionally and sometimes it can be challenging to be our authentic selves. Past or present circumstances can leave us feeling stuck, confused, fearful or hopeless. Those feelings are valid and it is important that they are heard and understood. I am a strong believer in the power of therapy where an individual can truly be their honest self. We all deserve a safe place to be open about our history, our emotions, and our dreams and I am here to offer that space.
I am an EMDR trained therapist and specialize in individual and couples psychotherapy. Therapy is a collaborative process and I will work with you to identify goals, process life experiences, and develop skills to navigate stressors. I believe that in our work together, it is possible to gain clarity and empowerment in your life through self-discovery, new insights, skills, and compassion for yourself.
I am an EMDR trained therapist and specialize in individual and couples psychotherapy. Therapy is a collaborative process and I will work with you to identify goals, process life experiences, and develop skills to navigate stressors. I believe that in our work together, it is possible to gain clarity and empowerment in your life through self-discovery, new insights, skills, and compassion for yourself.
Jeff Williams | Pathways Family Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Chula Vista, CA 91910
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 pursue change. I've been in the mental health field most of my adult life and value the process 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 will 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 pursue change. I've been in the mental health field most of my adult life and value the process 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 will adjust. If you're ready to work through the challenges, I'd like to help!
My name is Gabriela Sanchez, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 6 years of outpatient experience treating various mental health concerns and needs. I provide short-term intensive psychotherapy for adults to help them navigate a range of emotional, behavioral, and social difficulties.
My name is Gabriela Sanchez, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 6 years of outpatient experience treating various mental health concerns and needs. I provide short-term intensive psychotherapy for adults to help them navigate a range of emotional, behavioral, and social difficulties.
Nice to meet you. I'm Michael Bean, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License MFC40911 My wife and I have raised 4 awesome kids (awesome adults now) & have learned to love each other & to love life despite a lot of challenges. My passion is helping people figure out how to live happily too. My clients are mostly older adolescents and adults who are struggling with grief and loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and difficult and complicated relationships.
Nice to meet you. I'm Michael Bean, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License MFC40911 My wife and I have raised 4 awesome kids (awesome adults now) & have learned to love each other & to love life despite a lot of challenges. My passion is helping people figure out how to live happily too. My clients are mostly older adolescents and adults who are struggling with grief and loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and difficult and complicated relationships.
Who do you and your family talk to when you are seeing your child/teen struggle with school, peer and family relationships, anger, depression, anxiety, OCD, or behaviors that are impacting their safety and well-being? The feeling of powerlessness that what you are trying isn't helping and your child is not getting better can be very overwhelming. The beautiful part of it is that you are willing to support them through it. I believe that as a parent, you are doing your best and that's already setting your child up for best outcomes!
Who do you and your family talk to when you are seeing your child/teen struggle with school, peer and family relationships, anger, depression, anxiety, OCD, or behaviors that are impacting their safety and well-being? The feeling of powerlessness that what you are trying isn't helping and your child is not getting better can be very overwhelming. The beautiful part of it is that you are willing to support them through it. I believe that as a parent, you are doing your best and that's already setting your child up for best outcomes!
My name is Irving Martinez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of Los Angeles, CA, and working with clients in California via telehealth. I work with both adolescents/adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in order to help my clients create change and move towards a better path.
My name is Irving Martinez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of Los Angeles, CA, and working with clients in California via telehealth. I work with both adolescents/adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in order to help my clients create change and move towards a better path.
Dr. Behrman grew up in Pittsburgh, PA, and went to private school in Amenia, NY, college in Ripon, WI, and received his Master's degree and Doctorate in 1987 from United States International University in San Diego, CA. Dr Behrman brings to Lifestance Health over 35 years of experience helping people with the questions, struggles, and challenges, as well as honoring the accomplishments, in their lives. He has worked as a staff psychologist in community-based social service agencies, in private practice settings and at the California State Correctional Facility in Otay Mesa.
Dr. Behrman grew up in Pittsburgh, PA, and went to private school in Amenia, NY, college in Ripon, WI, and received his Master's degree and Doctorate in 1987 from United States International University in San Diego, CA. Dr Behrman brings to Lifestance Health over 35 years of experience helping people with the questions, struggles, and challenges, as well as honoring the accomplishments, in their lives. He has worked as a staff psychologist in community-based social service agencies, in private practice settings and at the California State Correctional Facility in Otay Mesa.
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.
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Ana-Lisa Bartelt: Hope Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
Jan has been a licensed MFT for 36 years. She has spent many years working with people dealing with end of life issues. She spent 23 years working with chronic mental illness and addictions. MFTs are relationship experts including relationships with yourself. She works with people who are experiencing depression, anxiety and life changes.
Jan has been a licensed MFT for 36 years. She has spent many years working with people dealing with end of life issues. She spent 23 years working with chronic mental illness and addictions. MFTs are relationship experts including relationships with yourself. She works with people who are experiencing depression, anxiety and life changes.
Dr. Shelton is an adult private practice sport and performance psychologist located in Scottsdale, AZ. She offers services through a variety of platforms including in-office visits, telephone, and virtual telepsychology appointments. Her practice utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with performance psychology strategies to focus on examining the interaction between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to best achieve goals, improve functioning, and increase performance.
Dr. Shelton is an adult private practice sport and performance psychologist located in Scottsdale, AZ. She offers services through a variety of platforms including in-office visits, telephone, and virtual telepsychology appointments. Her practice utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with performance psychology strategies to focus on examining the interaction between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to best achieve goals, improve functioning, and increase performance.
Do you feel depressed and anxious much of the time? Do you feel drained and angry? Do the people who mean the most to you in the world often get the worst of you? Let me help you reconnect in a way that restores your emotions and the misery of broken relationships. I specialize in conflicted relationships, depression, anxiety, all forms of trauma as well as adult children of abuse or neglect. I have combined years as a Christian counselor with experience working with military families and individuals. I specialize in trauma with a focus on EMDR as a standard of care for most traumas.
Do you feel depressed and anxious much of the time? Do you feel drained and angry? Do the people who mean the most to you in the world often get the worst of you? Let me help you reconnect in a way that restores your emotions and the misery of broken relationships. I specialize in conflicted relationships, depression, anxiety, all forms of trauma as well as adult children of abuse or neglect. I have combined years as a Christian counselor with experience working with military families and individuals. I specialize in trauma with a focus on EMDR as a standard of care for most traumas.
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.
Hi there, I'm Karen Olson, a licensed clinical social worker. I have been a social worker for over 20 years. I help people with issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, chronic pain, divorce, and LGBTQIA+ issues. My approach is direct and frank and I enjoy helping individuals and couples identify their strengths and overcome challenges. I take an eclectic approach that includes a variety of narrative/motivational interviewing. My ideal client is amenable to my direct approach and is as invested as I am in achieving their goals. I like feedback from clients on how they are doing and how our sessions are going.
Hi there, I'm Karen Olson, a licensed clinical social worker. I have been a social worker for over 20 years. I help people with issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, chronic pain, divorce, and LGBTQIA+ issues. My approach is direct and frank and I enjoy helping individuals and couples identify their strengths and overcome challenges. I take an eclectic approach that includes a variety of narrative/motivational interviewing. My ideal client is amenable to my direct approach and is as invested as I am in achieving their goals. I like feedback from clients on how they are doing and how our sessions are going.
Fabian Escobedo (In Person Sessions Available)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Chula Vista, CA 91910
I specialize in helping adults and teens with getting unstuck from the effects of trauma. If you’re feeling more angry/irritated than usual, it’s hard trusting others, having difficult memories or dreams, feeling anxious, sad or lonely even if you’re surrounded by people, and you're struggling with your relationship(s), you may be experiencing side effects of trauma. You’ve been postponing professional help, hoping this would go away by itself but you are realizing that now may be the time? I get it. You’re not alone. There’s hope! I can help heal those internal wounds so you can enjoy your trauma-free, best version of yourself.
I specialize in helping adults and teens with getting unstuck from the effects of trauma. If you’re feeling more angry/irritated than usual, it’s hard trusting others, having difficult memories or dreams, feeling anxious, sad or lonely even if you’re surrounded by people, and you're struggling with your relationship(s), you may be experiencing side effects of trauma. You’ve been postponing professional help, hoping this would go away by itself but you are realizing that now may be the time? I get it. You’re not alone. There’s hope! I can help heal those internal wounds so you can enjoy your trauma-free, best version of yourself.
Holly Bates, LCSW, is a board licensed clinical social worker, with a Bachelor degree in Psychology, a Masters in Social Work, and 12+ years of experience in outpatient therapy settings. Her work extends to individuals, couples, families, and teens. Her therapeutic work focuses on women’s issues, trauma, anxiety, anger management, depression and mood disorders, grief and loss, relationship concerns, attachment difficulties, self esteem challenges, life transitions, and adjustment stressors. Holly has led Intensive Outpatient Programs treating at risk teens.
Holly Bates, LCSW, is a board licensed clinical social worker, with a Bachelor degree in Psychology, a Masters in Social Work, and 12+ years of experience in outpatient therapy settings. Her work extends to individuals, couples, families, and teens. Her therapeutic work focuses on women’s issues, trauma, anxiety, anger management, depression and mood disorders, grief and loss, relationship concerns, attachment difficulties, self esteem challenges, life transitions, and adjustment stressors. Holly has led Intensive Outpatient Programs treating at risk teens.
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. .
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Number of Therapists in Chula Vista, CA
300+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Chula Vista, CA who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 70% | Coping Skills |
| 70% | Self Esteem |
| 64% | Relationship Issues |
| 64% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 63% | Stress |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 87% | Aetna |
| 79% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 74% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Chula Vista, CA see their clients
| 76% | In Person and Online | |
| 24% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 20% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |