Divorce Therapists in Encinitas, CA
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.
My work draws from many approaches, including Mindfulness, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Cognitive/Behavioral Therapies. Art Therapy is a specialty of mine that some clients find helpful. My many years of working with divorce/co-parenting (including high-conflict) means I can help you create the healthiest possible environment for your child(ren).
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.
My work draws from many approaches, including Mindfulness, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Cognitive/Behavioral Therapies. Art Therapy is a specialty of mine that some clients find helpful. My many years of working with divorce/co-parenting (including high-conflict) means I can help you create the healthiest possible environment for your child(ren).
Do you feel like a misunderstood weirdo, even though you might look normal? I’ve got your back. Feel cramped by societal expectations and want to find the freedom and empowerment to be fully yourself? Step into my (virtual) office. I want to work with you if you are on the precipice of change, or in the throes of shedding the skin of your former self. I want to work with you if, somewhere in there, you suspect that these times are the ones that hone our edges, define who we are and are not, and allow us to emerge from the ashes more empowered, brighter, stronger, and more fully in ownership of our truth.
Do you feel like a misunderstood weirdo, even though you might look normal? I’ve got your back. Feel cramped by societal expectations and want to find the freedom and empowerment to be fully yourself? Step into my (virtual) office. I want to work with you if you are on the precipice of change, or in the throes of shedding the skin of your former self. I want to work with you if, somewhere in there, you suspect that these times are the ones that hone our edges, define who we are and are not, and allow us to emerge from the ashes more empowered, brighter, stronger, and more fully in ownership of our truth.
Life can be challenging at times, and it can be good to know that someone is on your side. If you are looking for love, but it seems impossible to find, if you are having trouble in your romantic relationship, if you are dealing with a difficult ex-partner, or you are experiencing sexual challenges, my passion is to help you experience your best life.
Life can be challenging at times, and it can be good to know that someone is on your side. If you are looking for love, but it seems impossible to find, if you are having trouble in your romantic relationship, if you are dealing with a difficult ex-partner, or you are experiencing sexual challenges, my passion is to help you experience your best life.
In the safety of our confidential sessions our work together will include identifying and designing a self-care routine specific to your needs. Identifying, changing and releasing both conscious/unconscious beliefs/blocks to creating the life you desire by empowering you with techniques that you can learn to do yourself. Incorporating entrainment to temporarily change brain waves to assist in accessing clarity and action steps. We all stand on the shoulders of giants whose research and experience we combine to improve the quality of the mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical.
In the safety of our confidential sessions our work together will include identifying and designing a self-care routine specific to your needs. Identifying, changing and releasing both conscious/unconscious beliefs/blocks to creating the life you desire by empowering you with techniques that you can learn to do yourself. Incorporating entrainment to temporarily change brain waves to assist in accessing clarity and action steps. We all stand on the shoulders of giants whose research and experience we combine to improve the quality of the mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical.
Some of my areas of expertise include: anxiety, ADHD, OCD, depression, trauma, family dynamics, life transitions, marital issues, divorce, and co-parenting.
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.
Some of my areas of expertise include: anxiety, ADHD, OCD, depression, trauma, family dynamics, life transitions, marital issues, divorce, and co-parenting.
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.
I utilize these specialized trainings in both play therapy and trauma resolution to resolve concerns such as: family stress, divorce, relational trauma, discipline and behavioral problems, and anxiety.
I have spent much of my career pursuing advanced trainings in PT, SE, and NARM, as well as healing from my own experiences. I believe we can only take our clients as far as we have been willing to go ourselves. We all experience relational trauma on some level and the healing from these experiences requires a collaborative, attuned, and safe relationship.
I utilize these specialized trainings in both play therapy and trauma resolution to resolve concerns such as: family stress, divorce, relational trauma, discipline and behavioral problems, and anxiety.
I have spent much of my career pursuing advanced trainings in PT, SE, and NARM, as well as healing from my own experiences. I believe we can only take our clients as far as we have been willing to go ourselves. We all experience relational trauma on some level and the healing from these experiences requires a collaborative, attuned, and safe relationship.
Do you ever feel like your life is stuck on repeat? Time to rewrite your story.
I work with individuals and couples who are tired of having the same conversations and ending up right back where they started. They may feel stuck in relationship patterns, major life transitions, or ways of thinking and reacting that aren’t working anymore. My approach is direct, collaborative, and focused on helping clients identify what’s keeping them stuck and actually change what’s not working.
I am an in-network provider with Aetna, Cigna, and Carelon for individual therapy clients only. All couples session are private pay only.
Do you ever feel like your life is stuck on repeat? Time to rewrite your story.
I work with individuals and couples who are tired of having the same conversations and ending up right back where they started. They may feel stuck in relationship patterns, major life transitions, or ways of thinking and reacting that aren’t working anymore. My approach is direct, collaborative, and focused on helping clients identify what’s keeping them stuck and actually change what’s not working.
I am an in-network provider with Aetna, Cigna, and Carelon for individual therapy clients only. All couples session are private pay only.
Treatment specialization includes: Abuse & Trauma Recovery, EMDR (EMDRIA Certified), EMDR with Children & Adolescents, Registered Play Therapist, Therapy for Depression, Anxiety & Mood disorders, Grief & Loss Counseling, Blended Families & Divorce, Child Custody Evaluations, Parent Mediation, Co-parenting Facilitation & Reunification Therapy.
With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on strengths and attain the personal growth they desire. Whether you have lost hope, have recently been betrayed or are dealing with deep wounds from childhood, my engaging and integrated style of therapy will help guide you on the journey to healing.
Treatment specialization includes: Abuse & Trauma Recovery, EMDR (EMDRIA Certified), EMDR with Children & Adolescents, Registered Play Therapist, Therapy for Depression, Anxiety & Mood disorders, Grief & Loss Counseling, Blended Families & Divorce, Child Custody Evaluations, Parent Mediation, Co-parenting Facilitation & Reunification Therapy.
With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual to help them build on strengths and attain the personal growth they desire. Whether you have lost hope, have recently been betrayed or are dealing with deep wounds from childhood, my engaging and integrated style of therapy will help guide you on the journey to healing.
I’m an attachment-based, trauma focused, therapist who helps adults and couples heal at the root. If you’ve spent years holding everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or “not enough” on the inside, you’re not alone.
You may be navigating Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, relationship conflict, burnout, or life transitions. Many struggle with insecure attachment or emotional overwhelm rooted in earlier experiences. I help clients slow down, understand the deeper patterns driving their distress, and build the insight, tools, and emotional safety needed to create lasting, meaningful change.
I’m an attachment-based, trauma focused, therapist who helps adults and couples heal at the root. If you’ve spent years holding everything together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or “not enough” on the inside, you’re not alone.
You may be navigating Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, relationship conflict, burnout, or life transitions. Many struggle with insecure attachment or emotional overwhelm rooted in earlier experiences. I help clients slow down, understand the deeper patterns driving their distress, and build the insight, tools, and emotional safety needed to create lasting, meaningful change.
Frustrated or tired of going through the motions? Continually trying and pretending behind a fake smile? Feeling like a failure? Or just not quite good enough?
Frustrated or tired of going through the motions? Continually trying and pretending behind a fake smile? Feeling like a failure? Or just not quite good enough?
I offer forensic services and therapy services for divorce.
I hope to empower my clients through healing and development of coping skills and strategies to more effectively manage their personal challenges and relationships. I focus on connecting with my clients and their families and appreciate the journey involved in hardship and pain.
I offer forensic services and therapy services for divorce.
I hope to empower my clients through healing and development of coping skills and strategies to more effectively manage their personal challenges and relationships. I focus on connecting with my clients and their families and appreciate the journey involved in hardship and pain.
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.
Are you struggling to work through personal or relationship issues you've been unable to resolve on your own? Are you finally feeling ready to address the anxiety and/or depression that has been holding you back from life? There is no reason to feel alone or stuck; it is possible to work through these issues, and to feel happy again. I have experienced much success helping my clients resolve their issues, while creating a nurturing and safe environment. I incorporate humor and friendship in my practice and have found this helpful in furthering the progress and positive therapeutic experience.
Are you struggling to work through personal or relationship issues you've been unable to resolve on your own? Are you finally feeling ready to address the anxiety and/or depression that has been holding you back from life? There is no reason to feel alone or stuck; it is possible to work through these issues, and to feel happy again. I have experienced much success helping my clients resolve their issues, while creating a nurturing and safe environment. I incorporate humor and friendship in my practice and have found this helpful in furthering the progress and positive therapeutic experience.
I specialize in short term individual work with adults, premarital counseling, separation and divorce issues, the dilemmas of aging, trauma/abuse recovery and addiction recovery.
A period of supportive counseling can help all of us to express feelings, sort through the issues, gain skills and find practical solutions. Using cognitive/behavioral tools, meditation & visualization and EMDR in a brief and efficient format, we will help you rediscover your innate wisdom and ability to enjoy life.
I specialize in short term individual work with adults, premarital counseling, separation and divorce issues, the dilemmas of aging, trauma/abuse recovery and addiction recovery.
A period of supportive counseling can help all of us to express feelings, sort through the issues, gain skills and find practical solutions. Using cognitive/behavioral tools, meditation & visualization and EMDR in a brief and efficient format, we will help you rediscover your innate wisdom and ability to enjoy life.
Does your life from the outside look amazing, yet you feel lonely, directionless, anxious, depressed, or lost? You live in a beautiful place, have a gorgeous home, great trips, lots of friends, and many social and charitable activities to keep you busy, yet your relationships and your life seem distant and disconnected. Does your partner work too much? Are your children too busy? If you don't have children are you struggling with infertility? Or maybe you are struggling with your health? Don't worry - there is hope! I have seen this condition before and can help.
Does your life from the outside look amazing, yet you feel lonely, directionless, anxious, depressed, or lost? You live in a beautiful place, have a gorgeous home, great trips, lots of friends, and many social and charitable activities to keep you busy, yet your relationships and your life seem distant and disconnected. Does your partner work too much? Are your children too busy? If you don't have children are you struggling with infertility? Or maybe you are struggling with your health? Don't worry - there is hope! I have seen this condition before and can help.
I have helped people with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, addiction, parenting, and navigating difficult life transitions, such as divorce and remarriage.
I draw from several theoretical perspectives, including family systems, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and transpersonal approaches. I received specialized postdoctoral training in marriage and family therapy, pregnancy and postpartum issues, and EMDR. I have also taught and supervised student therapists at the graduate school level.
I have helped people with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, addiction, parenting, and navigating difficult life transitions, such as divorce and remarriage.
I draw from several theoretical perspectives, including family systems, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and transpersonal approaches. I received specialized postdoctoral training in marriage and family therapy, pregnancy and postpartum issues, and EMDR. I have also taught and supervised student therapists at the graduate school level.
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or disconnected from themselves. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but internally struggling with stress, self-doubt, relationship challenges, or a sense that something just isn’t quite right. They may be navigating life transitions, burnout, or patterns that no longer serve them, and they’re ready for deeper, more meaningful change.
Additionally, I work with couples, using Gottman principles, attachment theory, and EFT to help partners improve communication, release resentments, rebuild trust, and improve intimacy.
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or disconnected from themselves. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but internally struggling with stress, self-doubt, relationship challenges, or a sense that something just isn’t quite right. They may be navigating life transitions, burnout, or patterns that no longer serve them, and they’re ready for deeper, more meaningful change.
Additionally, I work with couples, using Gottman principles, attachment theory, and EFT to help partners improve communication, release resentments, rebuild trust, and improve intimacy.
Hello, I'm Stephanie Holder, LCSW. My approach to therapy is wholistic and fluid, depending on what is right for each client, and I use evidenced based practices. My areas of practice include supporting people through periods of transition, loss/grief, depression, and/or anxiety, and supporting them in personal goals. Typically, this includes improving relationships with themselves and others, working toward better quality of life, and creating meaning in life experiences.
Hello, I'm Stephanie Holder, LCSW. My approach to therapy is wholistic and fluid, depending on what is right for each client, and I use evidenced based practices. My areas of practice include supporting people through periods of transition, loss/grief, depression, and/or anxiety, and supporting them in personal goals. Typically, this includes improving relationships with themselves and others, working toward better quality of life, and creating meaning in life experiences.
My specialty areas include: Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Stress, Anger Management, Sports Psychology, Marriage/Couples Therapy, Grief, Life Transitions, Divorce Recovery and Addictions.
“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.
My specialty areas include: Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Stress, Anger Management, Sports Psychology, Marriage/Couples Therapy, Grief, Life Transitions, Divorce Recovery and Addictions.
“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.
Dr. McKnight uses a bio-psycho-social model which looks at how biological, psychological, and social (or interpersonal) processes interact in each individual's life. She notes that “Wellness involves the mind and the body”. Her work incorporates how your unique personality and past experiences have influenced your life and how you view the world, as well as what is currently keeping your problems from being resolved and how to get past them. Her goal is to tailor an approach that works best for each unique individual through a collaborative discussion of your goals and needs.
Dr. McKnight uses a bio-psycho-social model which looks at how biological, psychological, and social (or interpersonal) processes interact in each individual's life. She notes that “Wellness involves the mind and the body”. Her work incorporates how your unique personality and past experiences have influenced your life and how you view the world, as well as what is currently keeping your problems from being resolved and how to get past them. Her goal is to tailor an approach that works best for each unique individual through a collaborative discussion of your goals and needs.
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Divorce Therapists
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.
What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioral, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.
When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.
How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.