Depression Therapists in Encinitas, CA

Are you anxious, depressed , feeling as though things just are not working out the way you had imagined? Maybe you and your partner are repeating the same old fights and nothing seems to change. Not sure your relationship will survive? I can help you have a different kind of connection, to yourself, and to each other. Therapy in a safe and trusting environment can help!

My name is Denise Seidman. I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 22 years. I use an integrative approach to therapy to see what fits my clients best. My focus areas of practice include anxiety and depression , relationship issues, grief, life transitions, separation and divorce, co-parenting, and work-related issues. I typically work with clients who are experiencing major life transitions that impact their relationships with loved ones or colleagues in their work environment. I help my clients work through depression and/or anxiety related to their life stressors.

Life is full of challenges and you don’t have to face them alone. I enjoy helping people who are experiencing differing levels of 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 mixture 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.

My name is Melat Leikun and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Orange, California. I work with adolescents and young adults and specialize in depression , anxiety, and trauma, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and strengthen based approach to support my clients in living healthy life. I feel like my approach and style fit teens and adults who are experiencing difficulty with anxiety and depression , but not limited to these diagnoses

Thank you for visiting my Psychology Today profile. I am a licensed clinical psychologist serving the greater San Diego area. I work primarily with those experiencing stress, anxiety, depression , relationship issues, trauma, grief/loss, and life transitions. I employ an eclectic therapeutic approach drawing upon a number of different healing modalities and traditions to fit your unique circumstances. I provide a safe, warm, supportive, and collaborative environment to help you achieve your goals.

I help clients who are navigating the various stages of life that can trigger depression or anxiety - including fertility, postpartum, the empty nest, aging, and challenges specific to the "sandwich generation." I work with parents in all phases of child-rearing and, in particular, those raising a child with ADHD. In addition, I work with adolescents and young adults to help them reach their potential and overcome emotional conflicts, stresses, and challenges. Finally, with strong experience in hospital and home health care, I am uniquely qualified to support those coping with illness and medical crises as well as grief and loss.

I work with adults throughout their entire lifespan, ranging from young adults to older adults. I have an informal and energetic approach to therapy, which encourages active collaboration in both treatment planning and therapeutic execution. I like to think of myself as a guide, providing you with new skill as well as a responsive source of objective feedback on how these skills are impacting your overall functioning. I'm just as human as you are and expect to engage in a collaborative process where you find yourself able to open up and give me feedback just as easily as I share feedback and skills with you.

Integrate /ˈin(t)əˌɡrāt/: to become whole Modern day life is not for the faint of heart. Thinking clearly and finding sustainable peace and harmony often seems impossible. This often leads to anxiety, depression , decreased self worth, increased self criticism, loneliness and addiction and feeling stuck. Many times we are left with a feeling of being fragmented and broken and needing to be “fixed”. At Integrate, we have the unwavering belief that we are already whole. We believe that every person has profound “inner healing intelligence” that can be cultivated to help a person heal, thrive and connect.

Please note: Due to a death in my family, I am not currently taking new clients. I will update my profile when I return to office. I aim to provide a therapeutic relationship that honors and empowers your decision to make positive changes! I enjoy working with adults, teens, couples, and families, and use a variety of of therapeutic techniques to help you improve your functioning and better understand yourself.

Are you feeling stuck? Are you having a hard time identifying and expressing your emotions? Does this leave you feeling alone, isolated and possibly hopeless? Are you looking for love, acceptance and connection but need support to get started?

“Let me help you achieve balance in your life with comprehensive therapy that treats the whole you: mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically." I am able to understand and connect with a broad client base and identify problems and solutions that tailors the therapy around practical and effective solutions. I have over 25 years of experience and receive many referrals from the medical community in the areas of depression , anxiety, stress management, and relationships. My approach will help you gain insight, develop awareness, and learn techniques and skills which will empower you to successfully achieve your goals.

Most of us have struggled at some point with some form of stress, anxiety, depression , grief, anger, and various relationships. Obtaining clarity and relief is often achievable much sooner than realized by understanding your current attitudes, beliefs, and experiences utilizing traditional talk therapy along with mindfulness skills. Learning how to obtain a calmer energy more quickly and effectively when stress arises is foundational for our improved moods and relationships.

When you're dealing with painful emotions, relationship issues, or other life challenges, every day can feel like a struggle. Finding the right therapist can seem like yet another daunting task. But it can also be the crucial first step toward a happier, more fulfilling, and more meaningful life. I believe in taking the time to get to know you as an individual and to understand your unique story, strengths, and clinical needs, so that together we can help you get past your current challenges and build a life you love living. I specialize in working with clients seeking personal growth and a more meaningful life.

Are you adjusting to pregnancy or life with a new baby and looking for support? As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I support individuals and couples encountering challenges in pregnancy and new parenthood. I work with clients who experience anxiety and/or depression as well as identity shifts and relationship changes that often occur with new parenthood. I also work with adult individuals experiencing all kinds of relationship challenges, emotional pain, grief and loss, and a variety of life transitions including career changes.

My primary goal is to serve as a compassionate, nonjudgmental guide while helping my clients explore their patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior. I bring a natural warmth and sense of humor to my evidence-based therapy sessions. I help my clients tap into the tools that are already working for them, develop new and adaptive strategies, and build the confidence to tackle any problem that comes their way.

This is me at the beach with Shannon, our 25 year-old daughter. My wife Vicki and I had the good fortune to raise her here in beautiful San Diego North County, where she has had the opportunity to become an accomplished surfer, sailor, diver, and nature photographer. Vicki and I are a Marriage and Family Therapist team in private practice here for 20+ years in Encinitas, California. As well as seeing couples and families, I have specialized in treating anxiety disorders and phobias, depression , alcohol and substance abuse, and adolescents. I completed my B.A.degree at the University of Connecticut and graduate training at Purdue University. Using an eclectic approach, I combine elements of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, client-centered and mindfulness therapies in my practice. I am also certified in Clinical Hypnosis for use in weight loss, smoking cessation, habit control and anxiety reduction. I began focusing on treating adolescents very early in my career, and I have always enjoyed working with their youthful energy. Helping parents to work more closely together and develope simple and effective parenting skills can transform a stressful, contentious family life i

ARE YOU HAVING ANXIETY?...... Are you feeling stuck? .......Is your thinking cloudy and are you having problems concentrating on daily tasks?...........You don't feel the same and you don't know what you want. I have heard from many clients who are grieving the loss of a job, a divorce, or the loss of a loved one, that they don’t know who they are anymore. I am an experienced grief therapist and can help with anxiety, depression , self-esteem, family conflicts and loss. I got you.

Are you a woman feeling sad, anxious, or just not yourself? Do you overthink the past? Worry too much about the future? Reach for quick fixes that don’t work? Or do you ignore the problem and tell yourself that eventually, things will change? Your sad thoughts and anxious feelings zap your energy. Unfortunately, your quick fixes only cause more painful struggles, and distancing yourself from the problem only worsens things. There is a reason for your sadness, worry, dependency, and detachment. Reaching out for help is the courageous first step toward finding relief and a solution.

“A real sign of progress is when we no longer punish ourselves for our imperfections” - Young Pueblo. I believe that oftentimes our perceived “imperfections” hold stories of pain endured, and that acknowledging their existence, instead of hiding them away can be the first step towards healing. This, however, can be one of the most challenging things to do, as it requires unlearning sometimes lifetimes of messaging from the world around us. Issues such as depression , anxiety and trauma can cause us to feel off, disjointed and as though we need to “fix” the parts of us we perceive as imperfect.