Partners Direct Health Therapists in Del Mar, CA
Sydney Taylor, LPCC, helps adults and older adults throughout California build greater resilience, self-understanding, and emotional well-being through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for those navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma, while also supporting a wide range of mental health concerns. Sydney believes that meaningful therapeutic work begins with a strong relationship built on trust, curiosity, and respect for each person's unique experiences and goals.
Sydney Taylor, LPCC, helps adults and older adults throughout California build greater resilience, self-understanding, and emotional well-being through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for those navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma, while also supporting a wide range of mental health concerns. Sydney believes that meaningful therapeutic work begins with a strong relationship built on trust, curiosity, and respect for each person's unique experiences and goals.
Heeyoung Kim is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2005. She graduated from San Diego State University. Heeyoung works to empower others by utilizing approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interview, Brief Strategic Therapy, and Christian counseling. She can provide services in English or Korean. Heeyoung’s own coping strategy is taking a walk with her husband and teenage daughter at a park or the beach because it provides her with holistic healing energy.
Heeyoung Kim is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2005. She graduated from San Diego State University. Heeyoung works to empower others by utilizing approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interview, Brief Strategic Therapy, and Christian counseling. She can provide services in English or Korean. Heeyoung’s own coping strategy is taking a walk with her husband and teenage daughter at a park or the beach because it provides her with holistic healing energy.
Dr. Rosita Cortizo, born and raised in Panama City, Panama, Central America, is a high risk, multicultural, bilingual prenatal and perinatal Clinical Psychologist working with female adults and children. She earned a Master of Arts in Psychology with specialty in Chemical Dependency in San Diego, California. She is EMDRIA certified, an Approved EMDR Consultant, trained in Hypnosis, Sensory Motor Psychotherapy, Equine Assisted Therapy Certified, and was the 2021 ISSTD President. Dr. Cortizo provides trauma-informed prenatal care and psychotherapy tailored to the unique needs of the client.
Dr. Rosita Cortizo, born and raised in Panama City, Panama, Central America, is a high risk, multicultural, bilingual prenatal and perinatal Clinical Psychologist working with female adults and children. She earned a Master of Arts in Psychology with specialty in Chemical Dependency in San Diego, California. She is EMDRIA certified, an Approved EMDR Consultant, trained in Hypnosis, Sensory Motor Psychotherapy, Equine Assisted Therapy Certified, and was the 2021 ISSTD President. Dr. Cortizo provides trauma-informed prenatal care and psychotherapy tailored to the unique needs of the client.
Her approach to therapy integrates a variety of evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Family Therapy. These methods allow her to address a range of issues, from childhood behavior problems and couple’s issues to more complex conditions like psychosis and substance use disorders. Andi is also skilled in helping individuals navigate significant life transitions, such as midlife changes and reproductive challenges. Outside of her practice, Andi enjoys stand-up comedy, playing soccer, and spending time with her dog, Charles.
Her approach to therapy integrates a variety of evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Family Therapy. These methods allow her to address a range of issues, from childhood behavior problems and couple’s issues to more complex conditions like psychosis and substance use disorders. Andi is also skilled in helping individuals navigate significant life transitions, such as midlife changes and reproductive challenges. Outside of her practice, Andi enjoys stand-up comedy, playing soccer, and spending time with her dog, Charles.
I have a passion for guiding individuals and couples through difficult life transitions as well as those striving to identify their personal potential for growth. I am looking forward to understanding your story and help you have a deeper insight into the mental health symptoms you may experience, to explore ways to rewrite your perspective on the past and work through cognitive blocks to creatively improve your life. My desire is to give you a space where you feel understood, safe and empowered to make changes as you work through any fears, concerns or insecurities that you are currently facing.
I have a passion for guiding individuals and couples through difficult life transitions as well as those striving to identify their personal potential for growth. I am looking forward to understanding your story and help you have a deeper insight into the mental health symptoms you may experience, to explore ways to rewrite your perspective on the past and work through cognitive blocks to creatively improve your life. My desire is to give you a space where you feel understood, safe and empowered to make changes as you work through any fears, concerns or insecurities that you are currently facing.
I am also well versed in treating chronic pain and health issues. I work in individual and group treatment modalities. am certified in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Mindfulness-Based Self-Compassion (MSC) and versed in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). As a creative in the Los Angeles community, I also use poetry and music to encourage more mindful participation in the world around us. As a psychologist, I can provide cognitive, psychological and personality testing to help differentiate between conditions that have similar symptoms but different treatments.
I am also well versed in treating chronic pain and health issues. I work in individual and group treatment modalities. am certified in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Mindfulness-Based Self-Compassion (MSC) and versed in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). As a creative in the Los Angeles community, I also use poetry and music to encourage more mindful participation in the world around us. As a psychologist, I can provide cognitive, psychological and personality testing to help differentiate between conditions that have similar symptoms but different treatments.
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Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Susana Villalpando helps adults across California navigate emotional challenges and life transitions with compassionate, evidence-based therapy. As a Marriage and Family Therapist at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for adults and older adults seeking support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Susana creates a collaborative and supportive environment where clients can explore difficult emotions, develop practical coping strategies, and work toward meaningful personal growth and emotional balance.
Susana Villalpando helps adults across California navigate emotional challenges and life transitions with compassionate, evidence-based therapy. As a Marriage and Family Therapist at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for adults and older adults seeking support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. Susana creates a collaborative and supportive environment where clients can explore difficult emotions, develop practical coping strategies, and work toward meaningful personal growth and emotional balance.
Dr. Morgan Cirket provides a caring, holistic approach tailored to the unique abilities and experiences of the client. He has over twenty years experience providing mental health services in both inpatient and outpatient settings, for private, community, and State government agencies. He provides services that encompass all major categories of mental health challenge including mood disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, and substance abuse.
Dr. Morgan Cirket provides a caring, holistic approach tailored to the unique abilities and experiences of the client. He has over twenty years experience providing mental health services in both inpatient and outpatient settings, for private, community, and State government agencies. He provides services that encompass all major categories of mental health challenge including mood disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, and substance abuse.
Angela Watt, LMFT, helps teens and adults navigate life’s challenges with compassion, insight, and practical strategies for lasting change. As a Marriage & Family Therapist at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for patients across California, supporting individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns, as well as a wide range of other mental health needs. Angela creates a supportive and collaborative environment where patients can better understand themselves, strengthen coping skills, and move toward meaningful personal growth.
Angela Watt, LMFT, helps teens and adults navigate life’s challenges with compassion, insight, and practical strategies for lasting change. As a Marriage & Family Therapist at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for patients across California, supporting individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns, as well as a wide range of other mental health needs. Angela creates a supportive and collaborative environment where patients can better understand themselves, strengthen coping skills, and move toward meaningful personal growth.
Robyn works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Robyn believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Robyn works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Robyn believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Raissa Kennedy, ASW is a registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) practicing under the supervision of Sandra Vought, LCSW. Graduating with a Master of Social Work from Fordham University in 2021, Raissa brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her clinical practice. Her expertise spans working with anxiety and depression, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders, as well as serving the LGBTQ+ community. Raissa specializes in working with children, teens, and adults, offering individual, couples, and family therapy sessions.Raissa works with children, teens, and adults, offering individual, couples, and family therap
Raissa Kennedy, ASW is a registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) practicing under the supervision of Sandra Vought, LCSW. Graduating with a Master of Social Work from Fordham University in 2021, Raissa brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her clinical practice. Her expertise spans working with anxiety and depression, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders, as well as serving the LGBTQ+ community. Raissa specializes in working with children, teens, and adults, offering individual, couples, and family therapy sessions.Raissa works with children, teens, and adults, offering individual, couples, and family therap
Mike utilizes a Family Systems approach that looks at how we all are affected by and deal with relationships, and how our lives make better sense when we look at ourselves in the context of our experience. He also borrows from the best of Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative, and Strategic therapies to craft customized treatment plans tailored to the uniqueness of each client. Mike is committed to collaboration with his clients to reach their goals in therapy.
Mike utilizes a Family Systems approach that looks at how we all are affected by and deal with relationships, and how our lives make better sense when we look at ourselves in the context of our experience. He also borrows from the best of Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative, and Strategic therapies to craft customized treatment plans tailored to the uniqueness of each client. Mike is committed to collaboration with his clients to reach their goals in therapy.
Matthew has over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families dealing with numerous issues such as: oppositional defiance, depression, anxiety, anger, grief/loss, abuse, neglect, domestic violence, relationship conflicts, severe mental illness, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, military family matters, and school related concerns. Matthew is comfortable assisting those with all types of backgrounds and utilizes a client-centered, solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral approach.
Matthew has over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families dealing with numerous issues such as: oppositional defiance, depression, anxiety, anger, grief/loss, abuse, neglect, domestic violence, relationship conflicts, severe mental illness, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, military family matters, and school related concerns. Matthew is comfortable assisting those with all types of backgrounds and utilizes a client-centered, solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral approach.
Raymond is especially dedicated to helping couples strengthen their relationships. He works with partners to identify sources of conflict, enhance understanding, and build healthier ways of relating to one another. Whether addressing difficulties with trust, communication, or emotional closeness, he creates a safe and supportive environment where couples can develop the tools they need to navigate challenges together. His work extends to relationship skills more broadly, including those with family, friends, and significant others, with an emphasis on cultivating resilience and harmony.
Raymond is especially dedicated to helping couples strengthen their relationships. He works with partners to identify sources of conflict, enhance understanding, and build healthier ways of relating to one another. Whether addressing difficulties with trust, communication, or emotional closeness, he creates a safe and supportive environment where couples can develop the tools they need to navigate challenges together. His work extends to relationship skills more broadly, including those with family, friends, and significant others, with an emphasis on cultivating resilience and harmony.
For those struggling with anxiety and depression, Sara provides a tailored approach that addresses the root causes of these conditions, helping clients develop the skills needed to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. When working with children and adolescents, she focuses on promoting positive behavior and emotional regulation, equipping young clients with the tools they need to thrive. In addition to these specialties, Sara also offers support for women’s issues and relationship challenges, providing a compassionate space for clients to explore their experiences and work toward resolution.
For those struggling with anxiety and depression, Sara provides a tailored approach that addresses the root causes of these conditions, helping clients develop the skills needed to manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. When working with children and adolescents, she focuses on promoting positive behavior and emotional regulation, equipping young clients with the tools they need to thrive. In addition to these specialties, Sara also offers support for women’s issues and relationship challenges, providing a compassionate space for clients to explore their experiences and work toward resolution.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, supporting clients through challenges such as trauma, anxiety, emotional regulation, life transitions, and interpersonal difficulties. I’m especially passionate about helping individuals and families build stronger connections and healthier patterns of communication.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, supporting clients through challenges such as trauma, anxiety, emotional regulation, life transitions, and interpersonal difficulties. I’m especially passionate about helping individuals and families build stronger connections and healthier patterns of communication.
Hello! I'm Susan, a very experienced Therapist, and still really passionate about helping others. I am warm, compassionate, smart and direct. - Susan
Hello! Im Susan Kehoe-Jergens, M.A., LMFT since 2000. I am a Warm, Experienced Therapist Specializing in Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Parenting, all Relationships & Life Transitions for any age. If you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward, you are not alone. Many of my clients come to me feeling exactly the same way, and together, we will work toward creating a path that feels right for you. My approach is Collaborative & Compassionate.
Hello! I'm Susan, a very experienced Therapist, and still really passionate about helping others. I am warm, compassionate, smart and direct. - Susan
Hello! Im Susan Kehoe-Jergens, M.A., LMFT since 2000. I am a Warm, Experienced Therapist Specializing in Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Parenting, all Relationships & Life Transitions for any age. If you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward, you are not alone. Many of my clients come to me feeling exactly the same way, and together, we will work toward creating a path that feels right for you. My approach is Collaborative & Compassionate.
Sharna Miller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2018. Sharna provides a warm, empathic approach focused on building a healthy therapeutic relationship and working together to empower the client. She additionally is strengths-based and likes to address what is already working well for a client. With her social work background, Sharna is very skilled at finding and helping clients utilize resources in the community. Outside of work, Sharna loves to spend time with her friends and family whether it’s getting lunch, walking the farmers market, going to the beach, or going on a walk.Sharna M
Sharna Miller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2018. Sharna provides a warm, empathic approach focused on building a healthy therapeutic relationship and working together to empower the client. She additionally is strengths-based and likes to address what is already working well for a client. With her social work background, Sharna is very skilled at finding and helping clients utilize resources in the community. Outside of work, Sharna loves to spend time with her friends and family whether it’s getting lunch, walking the farmers market, going to the beach, or going on a walk.Sharna M
Marcella is particularly passionate about supporting individuals working through trauma, grief, and midlife or later-life transitions. She has extensive experience helping clients address the lasting impact of painful experiences while building resilience and emotional regulation skills. Whether supporting someone through postpartum depression, relationship challenges, or the evolving demands of aging, Marcella tailors treatment using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness techniques to promote stability and self-empowerment.Marcella is particu
Marcella is particularly passionate about supporting individuals working through trauma, grief, and midlife or later-life transitions. She has extensive experience helping clients address the lasting impact of painful experiences while building resilience and emotional regulation skills. Whether supporting someone through postpartum depression, relationship challenges, or the evolving demands of aging, Marcella tailors treatment using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness techniques to promote stability and self-empowerment.Marcella is particu
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Partners Direct Health Therapists
Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling. Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy