Therapists in El Cajon, CA

Hi...my name is Mary T. Colmenares, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Clinician, as well as a Registered Play Therapy Supervisor. I am located in San Diego, CA, and see clients in person or via teletherapy. I work with children, ages 3-17, as well as adults. I provide Play Therapy and a Client-Centered approach, which allows the client to share their story. I specialize in Grief Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, and the numerous life transitions that we all face. I find that children as well as adults often present with the above.

Imagine feeling in control of your life again and confident in yourself to leave your house and not worry about what others think about you. Imagine feeling able to manage your emotions enough to get through a whole day and not feel controlled by them. Imagine having your life back. It’s possible. One of the hardest things about finding a therapist is the concern about feeling judged for needing help. Know that my role is only in empowering you to remember what you are capable of, and I do so from a very supportive and nonjudgmental approach. Let's explore together what is blocking you from feeling able to fix this on your own.

Hi there, I'm Marshiq! Are you struggling alone? Are you ready to make a breakthrough? Allow me to assist you in evolving toward a healthier, more productive you. Over the past 20 years, I have partnered with Federal, County, and Private Agencies in meeting the needs of diverse clientele populations. Whether you are dealing with the stress of life transitions or have acute/chronic mental health needs, I am the teammate you can count on. With a faith-based worldview, solution-focused & mindfulness-based cognitive therapy strategies are provided to promote individual care for client growth.

Hello, I am Leticia Estrada, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, together we will utilize strengths you already possess and develop new tools for healthy coping mechanism to reach your goals. You will find a safe empathetic space to embark on a journey of self-awareness healing. We will explore trauma, navigate challenges with relationships and overcome negative core beliefs. I specialize working with individuals who are dealing with depression, grief, anxiety, trauma, and life stressors. I work best with people who are ready and motivated to make a change in their lives and need some added support.

Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker w/ over 11 years of experience in the mental health field. I received my master’s degree in social work from San Diego State University in 2012 and I have worked with children, adults, and families in Community Mental Health Setting in both Riverside County and San Diego County. I am currently providing telehealth services on a HIPPA compliant platform as well as in person sessions. My practice specialties include treating depression, anxiety, panic disorders and tough life transitions as well post-traumatic stress disorders.

Have you felt sad or hopeless in the past month? Do you put off things you should be doing? Do you feel like you're failing? Do you panic when something reminds you of past trauma? Have you been worried about your child for more than a few weeks? If you’re struggling with depression, stress, or trauma, or if you're concerned about your child/teen, I can help. When life feels out of control, I can offer you the support you need to overcome these obstacles. Together, we can return control of your life to YOU, where it belongs.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 18 years of experience in the mental health, and child welfare world. I offer support for a wide range of mental health and life issues such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, ADD/ADHD, and grief/loss among others for individuals aged 13-25. I have my bachelor's degree in Psychology and Child Development from California State University, Northridge, and a master's degree in Social Work from California State University, Bakersfield. I believe that it is important to find a therapist that is a good fit for you.

I am passionate about my work and consider it an honor to help people navigate and move forward to lead happier and more fulfilled lives. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe environment to help guide you through life's challenges and the often-unpredictable ups and downs. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities and adapt treatment to fit your individual needs. I work from a strengths-based perspective and have a warm, gentle, supportive, non-judgmental, therapeutic style.

My name is Tawny Weir, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Rancho Cucamonga, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in trauma, stress, anxiety, and depression, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based treatment, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help my clients make progress and start their healing journey. I have specialized in working with adults from BIPOC communities. I treat and provide individual and couples therapy. My area of focus is individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders.

My name is Autumn Ward, and I am a licensed clinical social worker in California. I focus on anxiety, depression, and adjustment to life transitions. I am eclectic in practice and follow several theoretical approaches focused on evidence-based therapies. I love working with people of all ages and situations who want to increase their functioning and better their understanding of themselves and the world around them. I have extensive experience working with humans struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, and adjusting to life changes.

What is stopping you from reaching your fullest potential? Sometimes we as human beings need to confront our past in order to regain our future in an assertive way. Therapy can be a helpful tool in empowering your life.

I have worked with a wide range of clients from all backgrounds, with an emphasis on treating veterans and their families. I value a person-centered approach to building respectful and collaborative relationships to empower the change my clients seek through therapy. My area of particular interest is in working with individuals during life transitions, dealing with childhood trauma, OCD, ADHD, loss and grief, transgender issues, depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationship struggles.

My goal in therapy is to help individuals live and behave in ways consistent with their personal values while developing psychological flexibility. I specialize in somatic therapy, helping individuals reconnect with their authentic selves from a mind, body, and spirit approach. I have many years of experience providing collegiate-level counseling services. I also specialize in working with individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and complex trauma.

Hi! My name is Robyn Reddell and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I work with adults experiencing a wide range of challenges. Some of these areas include healing from trauma, coping with anxiety, navigating relationships, and interpersonal issues. I place great emphasis on the therapeutic relationship as the foundation of my work with you. My hope is to create a space that feels safe and judgement free for you to face the circumstances that brought you here. As a network provider for Tricare West, I have experience working with Active Duty Service Members and their families with a variety of presenting issues.

Hello, My name is Kathleen Funes. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about working alongside you to help create a pathway toward self-awareness, healing, joy, and fulfillment. I work from a relational, client-centered, and psychodynamic approach. I believe that one’s past provides a pathway for what they may be experiencing in the present. I believe that it is essential to have a trusting relationship in a safe and therapeutic space. My hope is for you to feel both heard and known during our time together.

Is your teenager acting differently or struggling with mood changes? Is the whole family being negatively affected by their behavior? I have 20 years of experience helping teens, couples and families learn how to manage and communicate their emotions effectively and respectfully. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength, not weakness. You don’t have to be “messed up” or in total crisis to seek help from a therapist.... Sometimes it only takes a few sessions to get on track so please call today for a free 15-minute phone consultation.

My name is Jacqueline Eyerly, and I am a (M.S.) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) , and (M.A.) Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), and have additional education, as an Ed.D in Counseling Psychologist. I am based in Playa Vista, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults/couples and specialize in anxiety, stress, marriage counseling, ADHD, Trauma Issues, Intimacy and sexual issues. I have also worked with LBGTQ+ community for a number of years in the West Hollywood area.

Hello, I am Joanna Bain! I’m a Marriage and Family Therapist committed to helping clients learn how to build healthier relationships. My work focuses on targeting ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs around anxiety and depression. I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals.

I am licensed in California, and I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & intimacy related issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. Stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy related issues, low self-esteem, low/depressed mood, and emotional dysregulation.