Therapists in Encinitas, CA

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 am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 years experience in the health and wellness industry. I have a BA in Elementary Education, a MA in Counseling Psychology and I sat on the Board of the San Diego North County chapter of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. I practice Telehealth Online Therapy and have an office in Encinitas. I enjoy helping individuals create and maintain healthy relationships with themselves, their spouses, children, family members, friends, colleagues, and ex-spouses. I also love helping individuals navigate divorce recovery and co-parenting.

Dr. Shelli Jackson is a licensed psychologist with experience working in a crisis house and two inpatient hospital settings. She works with adult populations on a wide array of topics, most involving some level of depression, anxiety, and feeling unwanted or unlovable. She has experience working with patients experiencing mood disorders, ADHD, Aspergers, as well as the stigma these populations often experience. She also specializes in how mental health challenges can negatively effect weight loss and fitness goals.

My therapeutic approach is non-judgmental, empathetic, understanding, compassionate, and accepting. I provide therapy that does not shame you, but inspires you to grow into the person you want to become. I specialize in providing therapy for people who want to improve their quality of life, decrease distress, enhance relationships, resolve family conflict, better cope with life, and break free from unhealthy patterns. I've worked with clients who struggle with: depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, relationships, & unresolved conflict from childhood. I also provide affirmative therapy for adults and teens in the LGBTQIA+ community.

Susan Varghese, Ph.D., LPCC “Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything mentionable can be more manageable. When we talk about your feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary.”- Fred Rogers. If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, challenges in your relationships, painful life experiences, or grief and loss, please know that you don’t have to overcome these challenges alone.

Are you overwhelmed by pregnancy, postpartum, or navigating fertility? Are you a birthing partner that is navigating new roles and responsibilities? You do not have to navigate this emotional time on your own. Together, we can clarify your needs to fully engage in your life.

Seeking Psychotherapy is a courageous and hopeful act. While each of us comes to therapy for different reasons, we all need acceptance, empathy, and support to examine our lives and make change. I work with children, adolescents, and adults and tailor my approach to the individual needs of my client. 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.

Chris works only with those interested in recovery from chemical substance. Chris helps individuals and corporate leaders in addiction and crisis. He is a highly effective leader of Interventions, Corporate Wellness Seminars and support for HR Directors and Leadership Teams.

I specialize in treating adults who have been diagnosed with eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating), anxiety, depression, and substance-use disorders. I also have a wide range of experience with active-duty Service Members and Veterans, particularly trauma survivors struggling with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), sexual assault, and moral injury.

Many of us would like to be more satisfied with our lives. We seemingly seek therapy because we may need some support in finding a new way to become happier and at peace. My job is to collaborate with you so we can draw from your inner strength and wisdom to find solutions. You may let go of some old ways of thinking and feeling that no longer serve you and instead adopt new more positive beliefs.There will be increased clarity and joy in your life. Specialties: feeling stuck, anxiety, job stress, depression, loss, couples issues, financial, and spirituality.

Do you ever wish you had someone to talk to..someone you could trust.. someone who understands and really listens? I would like to extend a helping hand and together we can work toward overcoming the hurt and pain you feel inside. As a result you will gain greater insight and self-awareness about yourself and your behaviors. This can be a springboard to change. I provide a safe, non-judgemental, and supportive environment to help you with your healing process. I am now offering telehealth appointments.

Hello, I am licensed clinical psychologist with training across several mental health areas. I am fluent in Spanish & experienced in bilingual assessment & treatment. I have extensive training in pediatric psychology & neuropsychology, specifically with issues surrounding medical diagnosis, adjustment & coping, and loss & bereavement. I am well versed in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, bereavement, trauma, adjustment disorders, and behavioral issues. I am committed to a culturally responsive treatment for all my clients. Having worked in a variety of settings including 3 Children's Hospitals, community based settings, research & private practice I can treat a variety of concerns.

Anger getting the best of you? Worry? Despair? Not doing what you were born to do? Having the same ol' fight again and again? Not feeling heard? Finding that romance and sexual intimacy are a distant memory? Collaborating on issues like these with someone who continually works to "get" you can bring you a sense of relief and provide lasting solutions. In fact, it can save your life and the lives of your relationships.

Are you worried about your child? Is he/she defiant/aggressive or avoidant? Sometimes parents feel something is wrong yet can’t pinpoint a specific problem. I have had great success in helping parents with these problems. When you feel like you have tried everything possible and don't know what to do next, it's time to call a professional. I can help restore harmony to your family!

Feeling overwhelmed? Like you can't quite get a grasp on your goals? I hear you, and I see you. I'm Katherine, I am here to help you navigate life's challenges by identifying your nervous system needs and how to develop tools that support you. I have specialized training in ADHD, Attachment theory, and CBT. Together we can explore your own process, past experiences, and help identify collaboratively what goals you would like to achieve so that you can feel empowered on your journey. I am here to help: those who are struggling to navigate the ADHD experience, parenting, attachment related concerns, and high achievers.

For couples seeking therapy, ideal clients are those who recognize the value of enhancing their relationship dynamics. They may be grappling with communication issues, trust issues, or simply navigating the complexities of maintaining a healthy partnership. Ideal clients are willing to engage in the therapeutic process, fostering a commitment to growth and connection. They may be individuals or groups navigating the challenges of multiple concurrent relationships, seeking to establish effective communication and mutual understanding and willing to exploring various motional dynamics and a commitment to developing healthy connections

Hi, I'm Allison Logue! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Encinitas, San Diego. I created Alight Therapy Group because my colleagues and I are passionate about supporting adolescents, adults, and families in healing from eating disorders, anxiety, depression, body image, and relationship issues. Alight Therapy Group values working with a wide range of people of all sizes, races, sexual orientations, and gender identities. I am a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and have lived experience with eating disorder recovery.

Life is full of messy tensions. People who are supposed to be the safest let us down. The things we know are good for us can be the most difficult to follow through. At one moment, we feel paralyzed by inaction, and in the next, we can be flooded by thoughts. Sorting through these tensions alone can be scary, frustrating, and exhausting. Therapy can provide the opportunity to disentangle and shed light on these aspects of yourself in a non-judgmental, supportive space. It is my joy and privilege to help clients experience relief from the emotional pain they carry, while also developing a deep understanding of themselves.

Dr. MacDonald has nearly 20 years of experience using evidence-based treatment approaches to guide clients in overcoming anxiety, OCD, Body Focused Repetitive Disorders, and helping them heal from trauma so that they can live their lives with enhanced peace and freedom. She is an experienced iCBT for OCD clinician, as well as provider of ERP and ACT for OCD.