Therapists for Adults in Del Mar, CA
Are you experiencing challenges in your relationship due to communication problems, trust issues, infidelity, or past traumas impacting your relationship? Are you interested in creating a solid foundation for your relationship before marriage? Are you having difficulties finding or establishing meaningful relationships? Do you need help cultivating good working relationships with your executive team, employees, or athletes? As a relationships expert, seasoned educator, Gottman Method-trained psychologist, and Gottman Leader, I help individuals and organizations cultivate these skills.
Are you experiencing challenges in your relationship due to communication problems, trust issues, infidelity, or past traumas impacting your relationship? Are you interested in creating a solid foundation for your relationship before marriage? Are you having difficulties finding or establishing meaningful relationships? Do you need help cultivating good working relationships with your executive team, employees, or athletes? As a relationships expert, seasoned educator, Gottman Method-trained psychologist, and Gottman Leader, I help individuals and organizations cultivate these skills.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, self-doubt, and challenges with self-esteem and confidence in relationships, personal growth, and life transitions. This can show up as overthinking, difficulty trusting oneself, or repeating unfulfilling relationship patterns. I provide a supportive and relational space to build self-worth, strengthen self-confidence, and develop a more grounded and authentic sense of self. My approach is collaborative, relational, and culturally informed. I focus on helping you understand the emotional and relational patterns that impact how you think, connect, and respond.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, self-doubt, and challenges with self-esteem and confidence in relationships, personal growth, and life transitions. This can show up as overthinking, difficulty trusting oneself, or repeating unfulfilling relationship patterns. I provide a supportive and relational space to build self-worth, strengthen self-confidence, and develop a more grounded and authentic sense of self. My approach is collaborative, relational, and culturally informed. I focus on helping you understand the emotional and relational patterns that impact how you think, connect, and respond.
Kristin Kwiatkowski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Del Mar, CA 92014
Waitlist for new clients
With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, Kristin is a seasoned professional who can help you navigate life's challenges. Her 5 years of clinical experience as a marriage and family therapist make her well equipped to address a variety of issues, including Trauma and Complex Trauma, PTSD, Depression, LGBTQ+ , Addiction,and Anxiety issues. She is passionate about working with those who strive to overcome life’s obstacles such as; Loss, Fear, Relationship Struggles, Isolation, self Doubt and Change.
With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, Kristin is a seasoned professional who can help you navigate life's challenges. Her 5 years of clinical experience as a marriage and family therapist make her well equipped to address a variety of issues, including Trauma and Complex Trauma, PTSD, Depression, LGBTQ+ , Addiction,and Anxiety issues. She is passionate about working with those who strive to overcome life’s obstacles such as; Loss, Fear, Relationship Struggles, Isolation, self Doubt and Change.
Do you have the same painful relationship, job, or family problems over and over? Have you been unable to figure out why, or how to do it differently? I can help you learn how and why, and help you change these patterns. If you are unhappy, insecure, stuck in self-defeating patterns, have repeated relationship conflicts, addiction issues, or have stopped progressing in life, I can help you gain insight, change negative patterns, modify personality issues, achieve consistent Recovery from addictions, and live a happier life. I also have expertise in helping people cope with, and recover from relationships with narcissistic people.
Do you have the same painful relationship, job, or family problems over and over? Have you been unable to figure out why, or how to do it differently? I can help you learn how and why, and help you change these patterns. If you are unhappy, insecure, stuck in self-defeating patterns, have repeated relationship conflicts, addiction issues, or have stopped progressing in life, I can help you gain insight, change negative patterns, modify personality issues, achieve consistent Recovery from addictions, and live a happier life. I also have expertise in helping people cope with, and recover from relationships with narcissistic people.
Although I have experience working with children, teens, couples, and families, I am currently limiting my practice to individual adults.
I believe it's extremely important to provide a supportive and therapeutic environment to assist my clients as they face and overcome life's challenges. My goal is to deeply understand my client's perspective, so I will both listen and ask questions. I may provide education, and suggest strategies, tools or recommendations to assist clients on their journey.
Although I have experience working with children, teens, couples, and families, I am currently limiting my practice to individual adults.
I believe it's extremely important to provide a supportive and therapeutic environment to assist my clients as they face and overcome life's challenges. My goal is to deeply understand my client's perspective, so I will both listen and ask questions. I may provide education, and suggest strategies, tools or recommendations to assist clients on their journey.
For individuals, I offer expertise in healing the issues of adult children of alcoholics, adult children of narcissistic parents, abuse, depression, anxiety, addiction, codependency, and coping with mental illness in a family member.
For couples, I provide proven techniques to improve communication, increase awareness and understanding, and manage differences. For parents and children, I also offer my extensive experience with providing streamlined guidance for effective and rational parenting, as well as sand play and play therapies.
For individuals, I offer expertise in healing the issues of adult children of alcoholics, adult children of narcissistic parents, abuse, depression, anxiety, addiction, codependency, and coping with mental illness in a family member.
For couples, I provide proven techniques to improve communication, increase awareness and understanding, and manage differences. For parents and children, I also offer my extensive experience with providing streamlined guidance for effective and rational parenting, as well as sand play and play therapies.
The first step in entering a successful therapy relationship is finding a therapist that is right for you.
People have found me warm, caring, thoughtful, knowledgeable, and experienced. I have helped many people with a wide variety of psychological and relationship issues.
The first step in entering a successful therapy relationship is finding a therapist that is right for you.
People have found me warm, caring, thoughtful, knowledgeable, and experienced. I have helped many people with a wide variety of psychological and relationship issues.
We are passionate about assessment and love helping adults identify and find solutions to the problems that keep them from succeeding in almost any area of life.
We offer expert Psychological and Substance Abuse Assessments to people aged 17 and older. We know that you are a unique individual and we evaluate your problems in the context of your individuality and life circumstances. When you work with us, you will be treated in a manner that reflects your individuality. You will receive: a high quality evaluation administered by a psychologist, a holistic picture of your problems, comprehensive answers to your questions, recommendations for the next steps, and direct referrals so you can follow up with other treatment providers as needed.
We are passionate about assessment and love helping adults identify and find solutions to the problems that keep them from succeeding in almost any area of life.
We offer expert Psychological and Substance Abuse Assessments to people aged 17 and older. We know that you are a unique individual and we evaluate your problems in the context of your individuality and life circumstances. When you work with us, you will be treated in a manner that reflects your individuality. You will receive: a high quality evaluation administered by a psychologist, a holistic picture of your problems, comprehensive answers to your questions, recommendations for the next steps, and direct referrals so you can follow up with other treatment providers as needed.
Let's break your streak of health professionals who don't actually listen to you! As someone living with chronic illnesses, I don't have to use my imagination to believe you when you tell me that you're not being taken seriously, you're frustrated with the adjustments you have to make, and you're exhausted from managing all of it. I only offer remote sessions, and I am available to see clients living across all of California.
Let's break your streak of health professionals who don't actually listen to you! As someone living with chronic illnesses, I don't have to use my imagination to believe you when you tell me that you're not being taken seriously, you're frustrated with the adjustments you have to make, and you're exhausted from managing all of it. I only offer remote sessions, and I am available to see clients living across all of California.
Many of the people I work with are insightful, capable adults who have learned how to survive—but want more than survival.
Our work may incorporate EMDR, clinical hypnosis, parts work, mindfulness, awareness, CBT, and other approaches to help you process trauma, develop greater compassion for yourself, feel safer within your body, and hear your self. Together, we can explore not only symptoms, but the experiences and beliefs underneath them.
Many of the people I work with are insightful, capable adults who have learned how to survive—but want more than survival.
Our work may incorporate EMDR, clinical hypnosis, parts work, mindfulness, awareness, CBT, and other approaches to help you process trauma, develop greater compassion for yourself, feel safer within your body, and hear your self. Together, we can explore not only symptoms, but the experiences and beliefs underneath them.
Are you unhappy in your relationship but don't know what to do? Relationships are the most important part of our lives. Yet, they are not always easy, especially with the people closest to us. Problems arise in every couple's relationship, especially under stressful circumstances such as fertility issues, problems with children, aging parents, blending families, lack of sexual intimacy or coping with a job loss. Stressors like these can contribute to conflict, distance, and other painful relationship interactions. I understand what you are going through and know how to help you find real solutions to your relationship problems.
Are you unhappy in your relationship but don't know what to do? Relationships are the most important part of our lives. Yet, they are not always easy, especially with the people closest to us. Problems arise in every couple's relationship, especially under stressful circumstances such as fertility issues, problems with children, aging parents, blending families, lack of sexual intimacy or coping with a job loss. Stressors like these can contribute to conflict, distance, and other painful relationship interactions. I understand what you are going through and know how to help you find real solutions to your relationship problems.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, tic disorders, developmental disabilities, behavior issues, mood disorders, and managing emotions.
Waitlist open as of August 2026! I believe that good therapy involves a combination of a supportive and warm relationship plus science-based therapeutic techniques. Within this framework I consider each person’s unique situation, neurodiversity, and set of problems and then tailor my approach to you or your child’s needs. Therapy should be a collaborative process, and I try to bring a sense of humor and fun to my work with you or your family.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, tic disorders, developmental disabilities, behavior issues, mood disorders, and managing emotions.
Waitlist open as of August 2026! I believe that good therapy involves a combination of a supportive and warm relationship plus science-based therapeutic techniques. Within this framework I consider each person’s unique situation, neurodiversity, and set of problems and then tailor my approach to you or your child’s needs. Therapy should be a collaborative process, and I try to bring a sense of humor and fun to my work with you or your family.
My ideal clients are adults who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for meaningful change.
I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and substance use, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Using CBT, DBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing, I offer compassionate, practical support tailored to your needs. I am also completing EMDR training toward certification.
My ideal clients are adults who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for meaningful change.
I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and substance use, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Using CBT, DBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing, I offer compassionate, practical support tailored to your needs. I am also completing EMDR training toward certification.
Hi, and welcome. Ive been in practice for over 35 years. I support individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck in the same patterns, struggling in your relationships, or just tired of being so hard on yourself. Maybe you're dealing with stress, divorce, marital struggles, career problems, transitional life changes, or things from your past that still affect you today. If any of that sounds familiar, you're in the right place. I help people feel more confident, communicate better, worry less, and start showing up for themselves in a healthier way.
Hi, and welcome. Ive been in practice for over 35 years. I support individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck in the same patterns, struggling in your relationships, or just tired of being so hard on yourself. Maybe you're dealing with stress, divorce, marital struggles, career problems, transitional life changes, or things from your past that still affect you today. If any of that sounds familiar, you're in the right place. I help people feel more confident, communicate better, worry less, and start showing up for themselves in a healthier way.
I have specialized in working with adult men for 35 years.
I help men discover the strength that comes from being emotionally honest and vulnerable, which will help us redefine "masculinity" for our 21st century world, and will help eradicate the misogyny, sexism, racism, and homophobia that is hurtful to humanity. I work with couples together with my wife of 30 years, M'Lissa Trent, Ph.D.
I have specialized in working with adult men for 35 years.
I help men discover the strength that comes from being emotionally honest and vulnerable, which will help us redefine "masculinity" for our 21st century world, and will help eradicate the misogyny, sexism, racism, and homophobia that is hurtful to humanity. I work with couples together with my wife of 30 years, M'Lissa Trent, Ph.D.
Strengthening those in need through compassionate, tailored therapy, I help you navigate challenges, improve communication, and build lasting bonds in a safe, supportive space. Let's create a brighter future together. My experience helps guide strategies that are practical, strength-based, and centered around your chosen goals. With extensive training in attachment, human development, and trauma, I know the importance of building healthy relationships and use this lens to inform our time together. I often use cognitive-behavior therapy to build insight into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Strengthening those in need through compassionate, tailored therapy, I help you navigate challenges, improve communication, and build lasting bonds in a safe, supportive space. Let's create a brighter future together. My experience helps guide strategies that are practical, strength-based, and centered around your chosen goals. With extensive training in attachment, human development, and trauma, I know the importance of building healthy relationships and use this lens to inform our time together. I often use cognitive-behavior therapy to build insight into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
I've been helping teens and adults with a variety of issues for over 30 years, with particular experience with anxiety, depression, relationships, personality testing, career testing, substance abuse, and disordered eating.
I have an interactive and holistic approach for short and long-term therapy. I use and teach a variety of techniques that are focused on the specific needs and issues of each individual client. Specialties include: health psychology, stress management and using personality testing to clarify issues and to help make therapy more efficient.
I've been helping teens and adults with a variety of issues for over 30 years, with particular experience with anxiety, depression, relationships, personality testing, career testing, substance abuse, and disordered eating.
I have an interactive and holistic approach for short and long-term therapy. I use and teach a variety of techniques that are focused on the specific needs and issues of each individual client. Specialties include: health psychology, stress management and using personality testing to clarify issues and to help make therapy more efficient.
I love working with married or dating couples who want to strengthen their relationship. These couples may love each other very much, but struggle with communication and often feel disconnected, frustrated, criticized, rejected, lonely, or disappointed. They yearn for more emotional and physical intimacy, yet fall into negative patterns that create more distance. They often want to rekindle their romantic spark and cultivate more playfulness, curiosity, exploration, and fun in their sexual relationship. These couples want to heal from past hurts to nurture a safe and secure bond built on trust, commitment, and mutual respect.
I love working with married or dating couples who want to strengthen their relationship. These couples may love each other very much, but struggle with communication and often feel disconnected, frustrated, criticized, rejected, lonely, or disappointed. They yearn for more emotional and physical intimacy, yet fall into negative patterns that create more distance. They often want to rekindle their romantic spark and cultivate more playfulness, curiosity, exploration, and fun in their sexual relationship. These couples want to heal from past hurts to nurture a safe and secure bond built on trust, commitment, and mutual respect.
There comes a time in our lives when we feel stuck; sometimes devastating loss can overwhelm us. It may manifest as physical symptoms, anxiety, or relationship distress. This is the moment for therapy.
There comes a time in our lives when we feel stuck; sometimes devastating loss can overwhelm us. It may manifest as physical symptoms, anxiety, or relationship distress. This is the moment for therapy.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and families specializing in anxiety, depression, and problem-solving, using Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for my clients dealing with the challenges of depression and anxiety. I work to help my clients navigate these feelings and build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook on life.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and families specializing in anxiety, depression, and problem-solving, using Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for my clients dealing with the challenges of depression and anxiety. I work to help my clients navigate these feelings and build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook on life.
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FAQ - About Adult Counseling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.