Art Therapy in Encinitas, CA
I tailor therapy to your needs using Internal Family Systems, ACT, DBT, attachment-based principles, Art Therapy, and Recreational Therapy.
Whether you're new to therapy or have been on your healing journey for years, I aim to create a safe, supportive space where you feel understood and empowered. I am a First-Generation Bilingual (Spanish) Associate Professional Clinical Counselor with experience supporting children, teens, adults, couples, and families (ages 6–70). AMFT 20037. Supervised by Kyle Cablay, AMFT 135911. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, grief, ADHD, addiction, life transitions, identity, cultural challenges, and demands of athletic performance. Together, we'll build insight and strength and move toward the life you want.
I tailor therapy to your needs using Internal Family Systems, ACT, DBT, attachment-based principles, Art Therapy, and Recreational Therapy.
Whether you're new to therapy or have been on your healing journey for years, I aim to create a safe, supportive space where you feel understood and empowered. I am a First-Generation Bilingual (Spanish) Associate Professional Clinical Counselor with experience supporting children, teens, adults, couples, and families (ages 6–70). AMFT 20037. Supervised by Kyle Cablay, AMFT 135911. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, grief, ADHD, addiction, life transitions, identity, cultural challenges, and demands of athletic performance. Together, we'll build insight and strength and move toward the life you want.
I utilize a combination of Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and Humanistic approaches.
Each and every one of us possess the inherent ability to create positive change within ourselves. Whether you’re looking to alter patterns of behavior, strengthen relationships, or foster healthy development within your children, I would love the opportunity to work with you as you explore, understand, and grow. Therapy is a different journey for each individual and this is why I believe an integrated therapeutic approach tailored to YOU is essential in effective therapy. Based on your strengths, we will work together to create a personal and unique treatment plan, allowing you time to heal, grow, and reach your fullest potential.
I utilize a combination of Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and Humanistic approaches.
Each and every one of us possess the inherent ability to create positive change within ourselves. Whether you’re looking to alter patterns of behavior, strengthen relationships, or foster healthy development within your children, I would love the opportunity to work with you as you explore, understand, and grow. Therapy is a different journey for each individual and this is why I believe an integrated therapeutic approach tailored to YOU is essential in effective therapy. Based on your strengths, we will work together to create a personal and unique treatment plan, allowing you time to heal, grow, and reach your fullest potential.
Do you find it difficult to offer yourself the same kindness, compassion, and grace you would a friend or loved one? Do you have a hard time regulating your emotions and embodying challenging emotions?
I focus primarily on neurodivergent women in their thirties. During this demanding time, there are many life transitions and identity shifts to explore. Adulting can be a busy phase of life where extra support, compassion, and care are critical. My wish is for you to not only survive, but thrive through developing your own rituals and routines.
Do you find it difficult to offer yourself the same kindness, compassion, and grace you would a friend or loved one? Do you have a hard time regulating your emotions and embodying challenging emotions?
I focus primarily on neurodivergent women in their thirties. During this demanding time, there are many life transitions and identity shifts to explore. Adulting can be a busy phase of life where extra support, compassion, and care are critical. My wish is for you to not only survive, but thrive through developing your own rituals and routines.
Hi and welcome, I’m Summer, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist based in Encinitas. I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I’m especially passionate about supporting those who feel overwhelmed, stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand, or unsure how to manage intense emotions.
Hi and welcome, I’m Summer, an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist based in Encinitas. I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. I’m especially passionate about supporting those who feel overwhelmed, stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand, or unsure how to manage intense emotions.
Our sessions together will involve play, art and creative expression, and finding ways to name and hold a variety of emotions so that they can be honored without overwhelming your child or adolescent.
Seeking out support for yourself or for your child is a courageous act, and one that is full of hope. Childhood and parenting can be tremendously challenging, and you do not need to figure out all of the pieces alone. I would be honored to work alongside you, providing a safe environment to share your story, gently face and move through challenges, and develop solutions that will bring you and your child relief and allow you both to thrive.
Our sessions together will involve play, art and creative expression, and finding ways to name and hold a variety of emotions so that they can be honored without overwhelming your child or adolescent.
Seeking out support for yourself or for your child is a courageous act, and one that is full of hope. Childhood and parenting can be tremendously challenging, and you do not need to figure out all of the pieces alone. I would be honored to work alongside you, providing a safe environment to share your story, gently face and move through challenges, and develop solutions that will bring you and your child relief and allow you both to thrive.
You know your child (or maybe it's you) is smart, sensitive, and working hard to hold it all together, but something's not clicking. Maybe it's anxiety that shows up as stomachaches or meltdowns. Maybe it's the exhausting effort of masking to fit in, followed by burnout no one else sees. Maybe it's a teen who feels like they don't know who they are anymore, or a young adult navigating the leap into independence with more self-doubt than confidence.
You know your child (or maybe it's you) is smart, sensitive, and working hard to hold it all together, but something's not clicking. Maybe it's anxiety that shows up as stomachaches or meltdowns. Maybe it's the exhausting effort of masking to fit in, followed by burnout no one else sees. Maybe it's a teen who feels like they don't know who they are anymore, or a young adult navigating the leap into independence with more self-doubt than confidence.
Emily Elizabeth
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW, MSW
2 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
Waitlist for new clients
Drawing from evidence-based practices including CBT, IFS, EMDR, Mindfulness, Art and Play Therapy, I meet you where you are on your healing path.
As a therapist and social worker, I believe our experiences shape us individually and collectively, and that healing within ourselves can strengthen our relationships and communities. With a social-justice approach centering inclusivity, anti-racism, and anti-capitalism, our work is guided toward growth that honors both your inner life and your connection to the greater whole.
My hope for our time together is to collaboratively discover your most authentic self, allowing the core of who you are to guide your healing journey. If you are seeking personal, communal, and spiritual growth, I would be honored to walk alongside you.
Drawing from evidence-based practices including CBT, IFS, EMDR, Mindfulness, Art and Play Therapy, I meet you where you are on your healing path.
As a therapist and social worker, I believe our experiences shape us individually and collectively, and that healing within ourselves can strengthen our relationships and communities. With a social-justice approach centering inclusivity, anti-racism, and anti-capitalism, our work is guided toward growth that honors both your inner life and your connection to the greater whole.
My hope for our time together is to collaboratively discover your most authentic self, allowing the core of who you are to guide your healing journey. If you are seeking personal, communal, and spiritual growth, I would be honored to walk alongside you.
Destiny Peterson Bach
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
Hi there, I’m Destiny, a therapist based in Southern California. I work with individuals navigating life transitions and struggling with patterns that affect self-esteem, identity, and emotional well-being. I also support couples, whether preparing for marriage or facing ongoing conflict, who want to break unhelpful cycles, rebuild trust, and strengthen communication and friendship.
Hi there, I’m Destiny, a therapist based in Southern California. I work with individuals navigating life transitions and struggling with patterns that affect self-esteem, identity, and emotional well-being. I also support couples, whether preparing for marriage or facing ongoing conflict, who want to break unhelpful cycles, rebuild trust, and strengthen communication and friendship.
You may be navigating relationship challenges or in the midst of grief and loss, or really interested personal development, and I am here to support you. I'm currently about halfway through my certification with Terry Real's "Relational Life Therapy" and have excitement for sharing these valuable relationship lessons and tools! My goal is always to create an atmosphere of warmth where clients feel safe knowing that not only are they not being judged, but they are genuinely cared for. My style includes lots of laughter and focus on nurturing the positives and strengths in your self and relationships.
You may be navigating relationship challenges or in the midst of grief and loss, or really interested personal development, and I am here to support you. I'm currently about halfway through my certification with Terry Real's "Relational Life Therapy" and have excitement for sharing these valuable relationship lessons and tools! My goal is always to create an atmosphere of warmth where clients feel safe knowing that not only are they not being judged, but they are genuinely cared for. My style includes lots of laughter and focus on nurturing the positives and strengths in your self and relationships.
Taking the first step to seek support and find healing can be incredibly challenging. I want to validate the fact that you have made it this far! In this space, you belong, and I am here to listen, to guide and support you. Building a healthy and positive relationship with my clients is an important key to therapy. The space that we create is one that will allow for identity exploration, growth and aid in developing a healthy relationship with yourself and those around you. My approach to therapy is through a strength-based, client-centered and trauma-informed lens.
Taking the first step to seek support and find healing can be incredibly challenging. I want to validate the fact that you have made it this far! In this space, you belong, and I am here to listen, to guide and support you. Building a healthy and positive relationship with my clients is an important key to therapy. The space that we create is one that will allow for identity exploration, growth and aid in developing a healthy relationship with yourself and those around you. My approach to therapy is through a strength-based, client-centered and trauma-informed lens.
In life, challenges arise—relationship conflict, life transitions, depression, and anger. When these moments come, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or hope that “things will work themselves out on their own,” but often, this leads to suffering in silence. However, you deserve to feel heard and understood. Even the most supportive and loving relationships face difficulties. The ability to turn adversity into strength is an empowering skill that’s available to everyone, with the right tools. I offer both teletherapy and in-person therapy for your convenience, providiI offer teletherapy as well as in-person therapy, for your convenience.
In life, challenges arise—relationship conflict, life transitions, depression, and anger. When these moments come, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or hope that “things will work themselves out on their own,” but often, this leads to suffering in silence. However, you deserve to feel heard and understood. Even the most supportive and loving relationships face difficulties. The ability to turn adversity into strength is an empowering skill that’s available to everyone, with the right tools. I offer both teletherapy and in-person therapy for your convenience, providiI offer teletherapy as well as in-person therapy, for your convenience.
In my work, I integrate play therapy, art therapy, and creative expression alongside mind–body approaches to support nervous system regulation.
I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Disability Studies from Chapman University, and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. I have experience in both school-based and adolescent residential treatment settings, supporting children, teens, and families across a range of emotional and behavioral needs.
In my work, I integrate play therapy, art therapy, and creative expression alongside mind–body approaches to support nervous system regulation.
I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Disability Studies from Chapman University, and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. I have experience in both school-based and adolescent residential treatment settings, supporting children, teens, and families across a range of emotional and behavioral needs.
To utilizing writing, breathing work, expressive art to tap into learning yourself, how to widen your window of tolerance and see change in your day to day.
At Seaworthy Therapy, I specialize in therapy for overwhelmed moms, professionals, and high-achieving adults who appear to have it all together on the outside but feel burnt out, anxious, or stretched thin beneath the surface. You may be carrying the mental load for everyone around you while struggling with perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, or the pressure to keep it all together. My approach is collaborative and grounded in nervous system regulation, helping you strengthen self-trust, build practical coping tools, and create lasting change so you can feel more balanced, connected, and aligned with what matters most.
To utilizing writing, breathing work, expressive art to tap into learning yourself, how to widen your window of tolerance and see change in your day to day.
At Seaworthy Therapy, I specialize in therapy for overwhelmed moms, professionals, and high-achieving adults who appear to have it all together on the outside but feel burnt out, anxious, or stretched thin beneath the surface. You may be carrying the mental load for everyone around you while struggling with perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, or the pressure to keep it all together. My approach is collaborative and grounded in nervous system regulation, helping you strengthen self-trust, build practical coping tools, and create lasting change so you can feel more balanced, connected, and aligned with what matters most.
As a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & Art Therapist for over 20 years, I support moms of all ages through natural fertility, pregnancy, birth, divorce, single parenting, and relationships.
Trauma, grief/loss, divorce, abandonment, birth, parenting, career or life changes and stress can feel overwhelming. Clients are supported in the body/mind to regulate the nervous system to create greater ease and flow through life changes. The relationship to self, other and the Earth deepens through this process. Greater self-awareness, empowerment, embodied living, wellness, improving relationships, creating support, greater creativity, finding safety in the body, energy awareness, releasing trauma, nurturing and nourishing the self, lifting depression, holistic healing, and reducing stress and anxiety are often goals of clients
As a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & Art Therapist for over 20 years, I support moms of all ages through natural fertility, pregnancy, birth, divorce, single parenting, and relationships.
Trauma, grief/loss, divorce, abandonment, birth, parenting, career or life changes and stress can feel overwhelming. Clients are supported in the body/mind to regulate the nervous system to create greater ease and flow through life changes. The relationship to self, other and the Earth deepens through this process. Greater self-awareness, empowerment, embodied living, wellness, improving relationships, creating support, greater creativity, finding safety in the body, energy awareness, releasing trauma, nurturing and nourishing the self, lifting depression, holistic healing, and reducing stress and anxiety are often goals of clients
Working through difficult experiences and emotions can be challenging. It can be even harder to make desired changes in ones life when certain patterns have been established for so long. I work hard to ensure that my clients feel safe and supported throughout this process. By creating a comfortable and lighthearted environment, individuals, families, and couples are able to gain some reprieve from the difficulties they are experiencing. This allows change to begin to occur in the lives of my clients.
Working through difficult experiences and emotions can be challenging. It can be even harder to make desired changes in ones life when certain patterns have been established for so long. I work hard to ensure that my clients feel safe and supported throughout this process. By creating a comfortable and lighthearted environment, individuals, families, and couples are able to gain some reprieve from the difficulties they are experiencing. This allows change to begin to occur in the lives of my clients.
Asking for help is one of the most difficult things to do for yourself or your family. You've taken the first step, so let us help you with the next. My goal is to provide a safe space and build strong therapeutic alliances with all of my clients. I promise to make each treatment plan unique to you in order to fully capture your individual needs and facilitate lasting change. My therapy dog, Bowlby, may greet you at the door and is present to provide comfort and cuddles.
Asking for help is one of the most difficult things to do for yourself or your family. You've taken the first step, so let us help you with the next. My goal is to provide a safe space and build strong therapeutic alliances with all of my clients. I promise to make each treatment plan unique to you in order to fully capture your individual needs and facilitate lasting change. My therapy dog, Bowlby, may greet you at the door and is present to provide comfort and cuddles.
Accepting new clients as of: 3/15/26. Child Therapy in Encinitas, CA: for ages 5-11. Providing specialized support for your child's well-being. Are you worried about your child's social-emotional or behavioral struggles? Child-centered therapy can help. Taking the first step towards support can make a world of difference for your child's well-being. As an experienced child therapist in Encinitas, CA, I specialize in providing compassionate and effective in-person child therapy specifically designed for children ages 5-11. I help children navigate various challenges, fostering their emotional growth and resilience.
Accepting new clients as of: 3/15/26. Child Therapy in Encinitas, CA: for ages 5-11. Providing specialized support for your child's well-being. Are you worried about your child's social-emotional or behavioral struggles? Child-centered therapy can help. Taking the first step towards support can make a world of difference for your child's well-being. As an experienced child therapist in Encinitas, CA, I specialize in providing compassionate and effective in-person child therapy specifically designed for children ages 5-11. I help children navigate various challenges, fostering their emotional growth and resilience.
We all have a story to tell. Our lives are full of hopes and dreams, fears and struggles. No matter if the client in front of me is a twenty year old struggling with their gender or sexual identity, a couple in their 40's experiencing mismatched desire, or a 60 year old with sexual dysfunction concerns, we all need someone to listen and support us. I consider myself to be an empathetic therapist. I want to support my client as best as I can. I also know that it isn't easy to go to therapy and I want to be someone who starts with where the client is at, but also know that I can be direct at times if needed, and softer at other times.
We all have a story to tell. Our lives are full of hopes and dreams, fears and struggles. No matter if the client in front of me is a twenty year old struggling with their gender or sexual identity, a couple in their 40's experiencing mismatched desire, or a 60 year old with sexual dysfunction concerns, we all need someone to listen and support us. I consider myself to be an empathetic therapist. I want to support my client as best as I can. I also know that it isn't easy to go to therapy and I want to be someone who starts with where the client is at, but also know that I can be direct at times if needed, and softer at other times.
Life is full of challenges and you don’t have to face them alone. I enjoy helping people who are experiencing depression or anxiety, issues with self-worth or body image and/or relationship issues. I am also passionate about helping people to heal trauma, recent or past, big or small. Any combination of these things can be brought to therapy and worked through, to the extent that you desire. I will work with you to move through whatever you are facing. I believe that you are unique & that the solutions to your life challenges are unique to you, we will find those solutions together.
Life is full of challenges and you don’t have to face them alone. I enjoy helping people who are experiencing depression or anxiety, issues with self-worth or body image and/or relationship issues. I am also passionate about helping people to heal trauma, recent or past, big or small. Any combination of these things can be brought to therapy and worked through, to the extent that you desire. I will work with you to move through whatever you are facing. I believe that you are unique & that the solutions to your life challenges are unique to you, we will find those solutions together.
Art Therapy is a specialty of mine that some clients find helpful.
Are you (or is your child) overwhelmed and struggling to manage your emotions or life right now ? For over 30 years, I have been helping adults, children and families face and deal with life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, divorce and co-parenting, family conflict, and communication. You may be facing a new phase of life or having mild symptoms, or maybe you are dealing with a long-term and more complicated situation in which you are feeling stuck and helpless. Either way, I can give you the tools and provide the space for you to begin working towards a happier and more satisfying life.
Art Therapy is a specialty of mine that some clients find helpful.
Are you (or is your child) overwhelmed and struggling to manage your emotions or life right now ? For over 30 years, I have been helping adults, children and families face and deal with life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, divorce and co-parenting, family conflict, and communication. You may be facing a new phase of life or having mild symptoms, or maybe you are dealing with a long-term and more complicated situation in which you are feeling stuck and helpless. Either way, I can give you the tools and provide the space for you to begin working towards a happier and more satisfying life.
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Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.