Female Therapists in Escondido, CA
My ideal client has an awareness of their presenting problem (unproductive thought pattern, emotions or behavior), and is ready to release it. The client realizes something is not working and ready to breakthrough their current situation. Many have often tried other traditional therapy or personal development and may even have hit a mental health crisis (anxiety, suicidal thoughts, depression, rage, etc.) Some clients simply want to level-up their mindset to further their personal, relational or career goals. Many choose to work with me with issues of self-love/confidence, emotional/relational instability, or behavioral change.
My ideal client has an awareness of their presenting problem (unproductive thought pattern, emotions or behavior), and is ready to release it. The client realizes something is not working and ready to breakthrough their current situation. Many have often tried other traditional therapy or personal development and may even have hit a mental health crisis (anxiety, suicidal thoughts, depression, rage, etc.) Some clients simply want to level-up their mindset to further their personal, relational or career goals. Many choose to work with me with issues of self-love/confidence, emotional/relational instability, or behavioral change.
My name is Marine Soriano, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I am primarily a Person-Centered therapist; however, I incorporate other modalities as I see fit based on each individual and their needs. My primary areas of focus and expertise are working with individuals with depression, anxiety, parenting, and family issues. I am primarily a person-centered clinician, meaning I aim to empower you to take control of your life and decisions without judgment but with support.
My name is Marine Soriano, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I am primarily a Person-Centered therapist; however, I incorporate other modalities as I see fit based on each individual and their needs. My primary areas of focus and expertise are working with individuals with depression, anxiety, parenting, and family issues. I am primarily a person-centered clinician, meaning I aim to empower you to take control of your life and decisions without judgment but with support.
I am a psychotherapist based in Orange County, California, and have been providing mental health support services in various settings since 2012. I am motivated and passionate to serve clients in further developing their personal journey of self-growth/self-discovery.
I am a psychotherapist based in Orange County, California, and have been providing mental health support services in various settings since 2012. I am motivated and passionate to serve clients in further developing their personal journey of self-growth/self-discovery.
Jaclyn Schwartz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92029 (Online Only)
Jaclyn Schwartz, MA, holds a license in marriage and family therapy (LFMT) through the California Board of Behavioral Health. She has been working with individuals and couples for the past 14 years in person and through telehealth, and currently works over zoom in order to see people from all over California. If you are a couple or individual looking for support before taking the next step in a commitment (premarital counseling), looking to heal yourself or relationship after betrayal (infidelity), or suffering from an addiction (chemical or sexual) I can help. Addiction and betrayal causes trauma that is real and treatable.
Jaclyn Schwartz, MA, holds a license in marriage and family therapy (LFMT) through the California Board of Behavioral Health. She has been working with individuals and couples for the past 14 years in person and through telehealth, and currently works over zoom in order to see people from all over California. If you are a couple or individual looking for support before taking the next step in a commitment (premarital counseling), looking to heal yourself or relationship after betrayal (infidelity), or suffering from an addiction (chemical or sexual) I can help. Addiction and betrayal causes trauma that is real and treatable.
My Name is Tracey Downs, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Los Angeles, CA, serving clients statewide via teletherapy. I work with clients of all ages, and I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, and stress management. I take an eclectic approach to meeting you as you are and helping you find your path forward to wellness. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and it is my honor to help you find your way.
My Name is Tracey Downs, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Los Angeles, CA, serving clients statewide via teletherapy. I work with clients of all ages, and I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, and stress management. I take an eclectic approach to meeting you as you are and helping you find your path forward to wellness. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and it is my honor to help you find your way.
Are you or a family member struggling emotionally, feeling anxious, hurt, angry or depressed? Is this affecting you in one or more areas of your life? We all face challenges at times; having a supportive and caring person to help you through that journey can make all the difference. My role as a therapist is to serve as a guide to help the client identify and express their needs and wants, as well as assist the client in recognizing their strengths and ability to cope, heal and grow.
Are you or a family member struggling emotionally, feeling anxious, hurt, angry or depressed? Is this affecting you in one or more areas of your life? We all face challenges at times; having a supportive and caring person to help you through that journey can make all the difference. My role as a therapist is to serve as a guide to help the client identify and express their needs and wants, as well as assist the client in recognizing their strengths and ability to cope, heal and grow.
My name is Sarina Pan and I am a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in Los Angeles area. I work with adolescents and adults across all ages. I help people experience relief from shame, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, and inner criticism through self-understanding, self-exploring, and self-compassion. Hearing people out and providing support and guidance to them to walk out from the life struggles is my true life passion.
My name is Sarina Pan and I am a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in Los Angeles area. I work with adolescents and adults across all ages. I help people experience relief from shame, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, and inner criticism through self-understanding, self-exploring, and self-compassion. Hearing people out and providing support and guidance to them to walk out from the life struggles is my true life passion.
FIRE Igniting Lives
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Escondido, CA 92025
I hope to cultivate a collaborative, safe, and compassionate environment that promotes healing and facilitates navigation through what life may bring. Our complex experiences influence how we move through life, including how we maneuver its stressors and challenges. I use an integration of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) approaches combined with additional evidence-based modalities, to collaboratively explore, grow, and work towards a life worth living for you.
I hope to cultivate a collaborative, safe, and compassionate environment that promotes healing and facilitates navigation through what life may bring. Our complex experiences influence how we move through life, including how we maneuver its stressors and challenges. I use an integration of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) approaches combined with additional evidence-based modalities, to collaboratively explore, grow, and work towards a life worth living for you.
Hi there, I'm Rebecca McWhorter, LCSW has experience with all age groups within many multicultural settings. I start with where the patient is should they be suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or grief. My practice focus in on patient care. Patients typically enter therapy due to something that is having a negative impact on their quality of life. I assist them in identifying the root causes or behavior that are preventing them from living their best life. I utilize many different approaches to healing. I prefer to letting the patient vocalize their needs rather than tailor a patient to a plan.
Hi there, I'm Rebecca McWhorter, LCSW has experience with all age groups within many multicultural settings. I start with where the patient is should they be suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or grief. My practice focus in on patient care. Patients typically enter therapy due to something that is having a negative impact on their quality of life. I assist them in identifying the root causes or behavior that are preventing them from living their best life. I utilize many different approaches to healing. I prefer to letting the patient vocalize their needs rather than tailor a patient to a plan.
Kelly Sisler
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Escondido, CA 92025 (Online Only)
Working with kiddos is my absolute passion and a privilege I do not take lightly. In your time with me we will work collaboratively to identify what isn’t working for your child and the family, while empowering your kiddo to help us understand what they need, utilizing various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, as well as Parent Child Interaction Therapy and child centered play therapy.
Working with kiddos is my absolute passion and a privilege I do not take lightly. In your time with me we will work collaboratively to identify what isn’t working for your child and the family, while empowering your kiddo to help us understand what they need, utilizing various therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, as well as Parent Child Interaction Therapy and child centered play therapy.
HGR Inpatient Alcohol Detox San Diego CA
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC ll
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92029
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Best California Inpatient alcohol detox centers and drug rehabs San Diego near Escondido and La Jolla, California helps individuals suffering from drug and alcohol abuse. Our Inpatient, outpatient, IOP drug and addiction treatment centers in San Diego accepts most health insurances. Finding the best California drug rehabs in San Diego can be difficult. We service many of the surrounding areas in California. Most addiction comes with co-occurring disorders. Left untreated drastically increases the chances for relapse. We provide relapse prevention techniques. Call our drug and alcohol addiction centers.
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I am passionate about empowering individuals to thrive in life. Therapy is essential for uncovering and understanding self-destructive behaviors and working through, not around, loss and grief. I work with adults and teens, specializing in trauma, divorce, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, broken relationships, life transitions and identity. Therapy can be overwhelming at first, therefore, I provide a safe and trusting environment to uncover and explore new and healthier approaches to life.
I am passionate about empowering individuals to thrive in life. Therapy is essential for uncovering and understanding self-destructive behaviors and working through, not around, loss and grief. I work with adults and teens, specializing in trauma, divorce, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, broken relationships, life transitions and identity. Therapy can be overwhelming at first, therefore, I provide a safe and trusting environment to uncover and explore new and healthier approaches to life.
I have been helping others improve their mental and emotional well-being for over 25 years. I enjoy working with all ages (infancy through adulthood and old age). I am equipped to handle severe mental illness and crises as well as difficult life transitions and stressful times. As a former Navy Psychologist I work exceptionally well in areas related to military service and traumatic stress and substance use disorders. I work in a collaborative way to find the most effective treatment for you. By the end of your first session, we have identified the problems to work on and a plan to help.
I have been helping others improve their mental and emotional well-being for over 25 years. I enjoy working with all ages (infancy through adulthood and old age). I am equipped to handle severe mental illness and crises as well as difficult life transitions and stressful times. As a former Navy Psychologist I work exceptionally well in areas related to military service and traumatic stress and substance use disorders. I work in a collaborative way to find the most effective treatment for you. By the end of your first session, we have identified the problems to work on and a plan to help.
Natasha Jackson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92026 (Online Only)
Have you always been complimented on your strength? Or even your courage? During times when you've felt like crumbling? Do you put on a happy face just trying to make it through the day? Do you not allow yourself to sit with the emotion? Trouble communicating your wants and needs to your partner? Are you carrying the weight of things beyond your control? Has there been a shift in your family? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, I would love to offer you a space to be heard, be seen, gain insight, and develop strategies that put you into the driver's seat of your life journey.
Have you always been complimented on your strength? Or even your courage? During times when you've felt like crumbling? Do you put on a happy face just trying to make it through the day? Do you not allow yourself to sit with the emotion? Trouble communicating your wants and needs to your partner? Are you carrying the weight of things beyond your control? Has there been a shift in your family? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, I would love to offer you a space to be heard, be seen, gain insight, and develop strategies that put you into the driver's seat of your life journey.
Suzanne Grace, LMFT 144783. My desire is to help you live a full life, to listen openly and without bias, and to understand you outside of your problems; to help you see that you have strengths and resources that will help you get through this difficult time or the challenges you face. My goal is to help you feel hopeful again. As a couple's therapist, my goal is to help the couple heal and/or learn how to move forward in a positive manner. I am passionate about women's issues, including peri- and post-partum, loss, infertility, and grief, and work with military and their families
Suzanne Grace, LMFT 144783. My desire is to help you live a full life, to listen openly and without bias, and to understand you outside of your problems; to help you see that you have strengths and resources that will help you get through this difficult time or the challenges you face. My goal is to help you feel hopeful again. As a couple's therapist, my goal is to help the couple heal and/or learn how to move forward in a positive manner. I am passionate about women's issues, including peri- and post-partum, loss, infertility, and grief, and work with military and their families
My practice is focused on psychological assessments for people of all ages. A psychological assessment is helpful to determine what is causing problems for you. I specialize in neuropsychological assessments, which include evaluations for ADHD, learning disabilities, head injuries, etc. I also specialize in forensic assessments, which are used to make legal decisions. After many years of conducting psychotherapy, I am currently only doing assessments. For psychotherapy, I recommend Dr. Dara Goldyne, who also has a profile on Psychology Today.
My practice is focused on psychological assessments for people of all ages. A psychological assessment is helpful to determine what is causing problems for you. I specialize in neuropsychological assessments, which include evaluations for ADHD, learning disabilities, head injuries, etc. I also specialize in forensic assessments, which are used to make legal decisions. After many years of conducting psychotherapy, I am currently only doing assessments. For psychotherapy, I recommend Dr. Dara Goldyne, who also has a profile on Psychology Today.
Hi, my name is Stacy Elliott, and I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who is based in Northern California but sees clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adolescents, teens, and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, school/work issues as well as relationship issues with self and others. I use mindfulness, coping strategies, body-based interventions (Somatic), and CBT to help my clients begin to feel better. My therapeutic approach varies based on the needs of my clients and what they desire out of therapy.
Hi, my name is Stacy Elliott, and I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who is based in Northern California but sees clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adolescents, teens, and adults. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, school/work issues as well as relationship issues with self and others. I use mindfulness, coping strategies, body-based interventions (Somatic), and CBT to help my clients begin to feel better. My therapeutic approach varies based on the needs of my clients and what they desire out of therapy.
My name is Emily Morales, my preferred pronouns are (she/her/ella) I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I have been providing therapy for more than 10 years. My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, the LGBTQIA2+ community, the neurodiverse community, chronic pain, chronic illness, post-partum, sex-positive therapist, diversity issues, trauma, crisis support, and community resourcing. I am fluent in Spanish and can provide therapy in Spanish.
My name is Emily Morales, my preferred pronouns are (she/her/ella) I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I have been providing therapy for more than 10 years. My clinical experience includes working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, the LGBTQIA2+ community, the neurodiverse community, chronic pain, chronic illness, post-partum, sex-positive therapist, diversity issues, trauma, crisis support, and community resourcing. I am fluent in Spanish and can provide therapy in Spanish.
I approach therapy from a trauma-informed, client-centered lens focused on empathy and compassion to support the creation of long-term, effective changes. I strive to equip my clients with the hope that it is normal to feel any and every kind of emotion but also give them tools to cope effectively and learn from those emotions. My goal is to provide a trusting environment to uncover those human emotions, find what works or does not work, and collaborate to reach new and healthier goals for life.
I approach therapy from a trauma-informed, client-centered lens focused on empathy and compassion to support the creation of long-term, effective changes. I strive to equip my clients with the hope that it is normal to feel any and every kind of emotion but also give them tools to cope effectively and learn from those emotions. My goal is to provide a trusting environment to uncover those human emotions, find what works or does not work, and collaborate to reach new and healthier goals for life.
You're likely here because you're tired of feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and like you don't know where else to turn. We all have a story to tell, but not everyone feels empowered to share theirs. There are ALWAYS reasons why you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, chronically stressed, angry, or depressed. We will uncover each and every one of your symptoms and put the pieces of the puzzle together so that you can feel content and secure - inside and out.
You're likely here because you're tired of feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and like you don't know where else to turn. We all have a story to tell, but not everyone feels empowered to share theirs. There are ALWAYS reasons why you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, chronically stressed, angry, or depressed. We will uncover each and every one of your symptoms and put the pieces of the puzzle together so that you can feel content and secure - inside and out.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.