Intervention Therapists in Escondido, CA
You may be navigating a life transition, healing from trauma, coping with anxiety or depression, grieving a loss, or seeking greater self-understanding. Whatever brings you here, I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore what’s holding you back and move toward meaningful change.
You may be navigating a life transition, healing from trauma, coping with anxiety or depression, grieving a loss, or seeking greater self-understanding. Whatever brings you here, I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore what’s holding you back and move toward meaningful change.
Our ideal client is a child, teen, adult, or family seeking accessible, high-quality mental health care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, Selective Mutism, trauma, or life stress. They want clarity, hope, and practical solutions—not guesswork. Their goals are emotional stability, improved daily functioning, and long-term resilience. They choose Pinnacle Counseling and Testing Center for compassionate, evidence-based therapy, accurate psychological assessment, personalized treatment plans, and a supportive path toward feeling better, functioning stronger, and having more good days.
Our ideal client is a child, teen, adult, or family seeking accessible, high-quality mental health care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, Selective Mutism, trauma, or life stress. They want clarity, hope, and practical solutions—not guesswork. Their goals are emotional stability, improved daily functioning, and long-term resilience. They choose Pinnacle Counseling and Testing Center for compassionate, evidence-based therapy, accurate psychological assessment, personalized treatment plans, and a supportive path toward feeling better, functioning stronger, and having more good days.
I often work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns shaped by past experiences, or uncertain during life transitions. They may be a child struggling at school, a teen navigating identity and relationships, or an adult longing for deeper healing. They want to feel seen, supported, and safe—to understand themselves more fully and reconnect with their sense of strength and possibility. They’re seeking not just symptom relief, but lasting change, guided by compassion, consistency, and the belief that growth is possible—even in the messiest seasons of life.
I often work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns shaped by past experiences, or uncertain during life transitions. They may be a child struggling at school, a teen navigating identity and relationships, or an adult longing for deeper healing. They want to feel seen, supported, and safe—to understand themselves more fully and reconnect with their sense of strength and possibility. They’re seeking not just symptom relief, but lasting change, guided by compassion, consistency, and the belief that growth is possible—even in the messiest seasons of life.
I am Rev. Dr. Monika Maria Grace and I welcome you to my page! In our first session together, I also welcome you to my real or virtual office and I invite you to make it your own safe space. I explain that therapy is a process, a relationship, and an adventure. It's also a gift of discovery and renewal that only you can give to yourself, especially in our challenging days. In this process, my role is to listen, to support, to challenge, to guide, and to celebrate you as you are becoming more courageous to face the parts of yourself you were avoiding, more accepting of yourself and of others, and fully present in your life.
I am Rev. Dr. Monika Maria Grace and I welcome you to my page! In our first session together, I also welcome you to my real or virtual office and I invite you to make it your own safe space. I explain that therapy is a process, a relationship, and an adventure. It's also a gift of discovery and renewal that only you can give to yourself, especially in our challenging days. In this process, my role is to listen, to support, to challenge, to guide, and to celebrate you as you are becoming more courageous to face the parts of yourself you were avoiding, more accepting of yourself and of others, and fully present in your life.
I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, broken relationships, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, financial recklessness, and gambling. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, broken relationships, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, financial recklessness, and gambling. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Hi, I’m Cheyenne Meraz, AMFT 158180, a therapist with a B.A. in Sociology from San Diego State University and an M.A. in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. I provide compassionate, collaborative, and person-centered therapy for children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, addiction, and life transitions. I believe you are the expert on your own life and strive to create a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences, build on your strengths, and work toward meaningful goals.
Hi, I’m Cheyenne Meraz, AMFT 158180, a therapist with a B.A. in Sociology from San Diego State University and an M.A. in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. I provide compassionate, collaborative, and person-centered therapy for children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, addiction, and life transitions. I believe you are the expert on your own life and strive to create a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences, build on your strengths, and work toward meaningful goals.
I have been working in the mental health field for over 40 years. I started working in mental health facilities in my early 20's while I was in college. I have worked with adults and adolescents in all kinds of modalities, yet I seemed to focus more toward young people and their families with substance abuse problems and anxiety. Some of that stems from having to deal with my own addictions in my late teens and finally getting clean and sober at age 20. Thus, I understand what it is like to be overwhelmed by addiction and the need to engage in a recovery process.
I have been working in the mental health field for over 40 years. I started working in mental health facilities in my early 20's while I was in college. I have worked with adults and adolescents in all kinds of modalities, yet I seemed to focus more toward young people and their families with substance abuse problems and anxiety. Some of that stems from having to deal with my own addictions in my late teens and finally getting clean and sober at age 20. Thus, I understand what it is like to be overwhelmed by addiction and the need to engage in a recovery process.
Let me be part of your journey in this brutiful life. As Glennon Doyle says "Life is brutal. But it is also beautiful. Life's brutal and beautiful woven together so tightly they cannot be separated. Reject the brutal, reject the beauty. Life is brutiful." Self-discovery helps w/healing. Jaina is an experienced clinician with 19yrs of experience providing exceptional clinical care to adults, individuals, families, couples, college students, attorneys, business owners, medical providers, technology leaders, artists and more. Jaina also has experience with trauma, military families, law enforcement, LGBTQ & serves all individuals.
Let me be part of your journey in this brutiful life. As Glennon Doyle says "Life is brutal. But it is also beautiful. Life's brutal and beautiful woven together so tightly they cannot be separated. Reject the brutal, reject the beauty. Life is brutiful." Self-discovery helps w/healing. Jaina is an experienced clinician with 19yrs of experience providing exceptional clinical care to adults, individuals, families, couples, college students, attorneys, business owners, medical providers, technology leaders, artists and more. Jaina also has experience with trauma, military families, law enforcement, LGBTQ & serves all individuals.
Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of intrusive thoughts, react from 0 to 10 in seconds, and start to feel out of control? After, feel guilty, embarrassed, want to hide and keep to yourself? Only leading to loneliness and sadness? You wish you could avoid this happening ever again.
Somehow, deep down inside, you know it can be better.
And it can. At Trevino Counseling and Wellness, I help individuals break the cycle and overcome anxiety and traumatic experiences that continue to impact their lives today. Whether it was a one-time occurrence or several throughout one's life.
Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of intrusive thoughts, react from 0 to 10 in seconds, and start to feel out of control? After, feel guilty, embarrassed, want to hide and keep to yourself? Only leading to loneliness and sadness? You wish you could avoid this happening ever again.
Somehow, deep down inside, you know it can be better.
And it can. At Trevino Counseling and Wellness, I help individuals break the cycle and overcome anxiety and traumatic experiences that continue to impact their lives today. Whether it was a one-time occurrence or several throughout one's life.
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Best alcohol detox San Diego and drug rehabs San Diego near me Escondido, California providing inpatient, intensive outpatient and alcohol and drug detox centers. When seeking drug rehabs La Jolla substance abuse rehabilitation centers it's critical to find evidence based addiction treatment. The detoxification process and continues in inpatient residential and IOP treatments. A large amount of people that need addiction treatment medical care around drug rehabs San Diego. We teach relapse prevention and include the 12-steps at all of our facilities. We at drug rehabs Escondido can help you today.
My name is Marjorie Manuel, LCSW practicing in the state of California. I am very big on rapport building and involving the clients in driving their own treatments, which include active participation in goal setting and working on realistic expectations in therapy. My background experiences were focused on depression, anxiety, stress, counseling, mental health illness, substance use, grief, and military.
My name is Marjorie Manuel, LCSW practicing in the state of California. I am very big on rapport building and involving the clients in driving their own treatments, which include active participation in goal setting and working on realistic expectations in therapy. My background experiences were focused on depression, anxiety, stress, counseling, mental health illness, substance use, grief, and military.
I am most comfortable with clients in the 40-and-up age group. Also work with individuals whose struggling weight loss and management. I utilize Coaching, CBT, CPT, Narrative, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, SFBT, Strength-Based, and Trauma Focused. Sad? Bored? Angry? Frustrated? Depressed? Happy? Let me help you on this journey. Most people have some mental health issues that hinders weight loss. It is really hard, and you deserve some support! I can get you started next week. I prioritize clear, open communication to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
I am most comfortable with clients in the 40-and-up age group. Also work with individuals whose struggling weight loss and management. I utilize Coaching, CBT, CPT, Narrative, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, SFBT, Strength-Based, and Trauma Focused. Sad? Bored? Angry? Frustrated? Depressed? Happy? Let me help you on this journey. Most people have some mental health issues that hinders weight loss. It is really hard, and you deserve some support! I can get you started next week. I prioritize clear, open communication to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
Life is complex and comes with many challenges that can test our self-trust and self-confidence. Mindfulness and self-compassion aid in the healing process and improve overall mental health. This journey is not easy or quick, but with support, transformation and healing can happen. My goal is to help my clients on their mental health and healing journey. My name is Griselda Hernandez. I am a Licensed Marriage and family therapist based in Southern California. I am Spanish-speaking. I enjoy working with my Spanish-speaking population and understand the challenges of living in two worlds, Western (USA) and parents/native beliefs.
Life is complex and comes with many challenges that can test our self-trust and self-confidence. Mindfulness and self-compassion aid in the healing process and improve overall mental health. This journey is not easy or quick, but with support, transformation and healing can happen. My goal is to help my clients on their mental health and healing journey. My name is Griselda Hernandez. I am a Licensed Marriage and family therapist based in Southern California. I am Spanish-speaking. I enjoy working with my Spanish-speaking population and understand the challenges of living in two worlds, Western (USA) and parents/native beliefs.
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Have you ever felt like you had to hide parts of who you are, hold back what you really think or feel, or change yourself just to fit in or feel accepted? Maybe you are navigating anxiety, identity, family expectations, discrimination, or a major life transition while trying to hold everything together. I offer a warm, affirming, judgment free space where you can exhale, feel seen, and explore what is really going on. My collaborative, holistic approach blends curiosity, mindfulness, and evidence based tools to help you heal, grow, and reconnect with your strengths.
Have you ever felt like you had to hide parts of who you are, hold back what you really think or feel, or change yourself just to fit in or feel accepted? Maybe you are navigating anxiety, identity, family expectations, discrimination, or a major life transition while trying to hold everything together. I offer a warm, affirming, judgment free space where you can exhale, feel seen, and explore what is really going on. My collaborative, holistic approach blends curiosity, mindfulness, and evidence based tools to help you heal, grow, and reconnect with your strengths.
Are you struggling with how crazy the world has become? Do you feel lost, scared or confused? Are you looking for answers during a time when no one seems to have them? I might be able to help you. Before I was a therapist I was a client myself, struggling with addiction, PTSD and other issues as well. My journey of healing led me to becoming a therapist to help others heal. My clients find me to be compassionate, non-judgmental and informative. I tend to work intuitively, while using my training and experience as a guide. I am focused on helping my clients navigate their own healing journey as quickly and as painlessly as possible.
Are you struggling with how crazy the world has become? Do you feel lost, scared or confused? Are you looking for answers during a time when no one seems to have them? I might be able to help you. Before I was a therapist I was a client myself, struggling with addiction, PTSD and other issues as well. My journey of healing led me to becoming a therapist to help others heal. My clients find me to be compassionate, non-judgmental and informative. I tend to work intuitively, while using my training and experience as a guide. I am focused on helping my clients navigate their own healing journey as quickly and as painlessly as possible.
Do you hear your inner critic telling you “I am not good enough; I am not worth it?” Does it feel overwhelming to experience uncertainty in everyday life and relationships? Does it feel as though you “have not been yourself lately”, feeling sad or anxious longer or deeper than you expected? Do you desire to have healthier relationships? I hear you. My hope is to help you have greater quality of life, and achieve healing. Whether you wish to become a happier person, to feel less anxious, more confident, have better relationships, stop an unhealthy habit, or to simply understand yourself better, I can help you achieve this.
Do you hear your inner critic telling you “I am not good enough; I am not worth it?” Does it feel overwhelming to experience uncertainty in everyday life and relationships? Does it feel as though you “have not been yourself lately”, feeling sad or anxious longer or deeper than you expected? Do you desire to have healthier relationships? I hear you. My hope is to help you have greater quality of life, and achieve healing. Whether you wish to become a happier person, to feel less anxious, more confident, have better relationships, stop an unhealthy habit, or to simply understand yourself better, I can help you achieve this.
Are you feeling lost, unmotivated, and like nothing seems to be working?
Or are you a parent struggling to communicate with your kid?
Or are you in a relationship where you are not feeling heard?
Things can get better for you. Trust me on this!
Hi! I’m Michelle Webber, a high energy, licensed Therapist, Addiction Specialist and Life Coach with over 25 years of experience in Los Angeles. It takes courage to go forward, to harness your power within. We will work together to help you find a sense of peace and acceptance while you move forward in your life. Tell me your inner most fears, dreams, and goals. Nothing will shock me.
Are you feeling lost, unmotivated, and like nothing seems to be working?
Or are you a parent struggling to communicate with your kid?
Or are you in a relationship where you are not feeling heard?
Things can get better for you. Trust me on this!
Hi! I’m Michelle Webber, a high energy, licensed Therapist, Addiction Specialist and Life Coach with over 25 years of experience in Los Angeles. It takes courage to go forward, to harness your power within. We will work together to help you find a sense of peace and acceptance while you move forward in your life. Tell me your inner most fears, dreams, and goals. Nothing will shock me.
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.
Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.
Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years of experience. I work with individuals ages 3 and up, as well as couples. I am trauma informed and a Certified Clinical Supervisor. I have owned my private practice for 10 years, offering in person and telehealth services.
My therapy style is to meet clients where they are and provide a safe, confidential
space. My approach is both collaborative and curious, designed to meet specific needs while utilizing your strengths and develop essential tools you need in order to gain a sense of control and maintain balance in your life. You deserve to be heard and validated.
Hello!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years of experience. I work with individuals ages 3 and up, as well as couples. I am trauma informed and a Certified Clinical Supervisor. I have owned my private practice for 10 years, offering in person and telehealth services.
My therapy style is to meet clients where they are and provide a safe, confidential
space. My approach is both collaborative and curious, designed to meet specific needs while utilizing your strengths and develop essential tools you need in order to gain a sense of control and maintain balance in your life. You deserve to be heard and validated.
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Intervention Therapists
How does an intervention work?
An intervention is a planned, structured meeting in which a person’s family or friends voice concerns about the person’s behavior and its consequences; the goal is for the person to accept treatment. In this meeting, the person’s loved ones (often with the guidance of a trained interventionist) share how the person’s behavior has harmed them and the consequences if the person refuses treatment. They collectively ask the person to accept a proposed treatment plan.
How effective are interventions?
There isn’t extensive research on the efficacy of interventions, in part because success is difficult to measure. Individuals often enter addiction treatment after an intervention, for example, but treatment itself may not work, especially if the person only begins due to external pressure from others rather than due to internal motivation to change. However, if all other attempts at helping someone have failed, an intervention may be worth exploring.
What are the limitations of interventions?
While a friend or family member’s intentions are in the right place in wanting to help a loved one through an intervention, there are significant limitations to the approach. The surprising nature of the event can make the person feel ambushed or judged. They may feel embarrassed or ashamed as a result, and relationships may be strained or broken. This can make it difficult for the individual to be receptive to the concerns of their loved ones and the interventionist.
Are there alternatives to interventions?
Rather than confronting a loved one through an intervention, an effective and less pressured approach is to create space for a caring, open, one-on-one conversation. This works best if the loved one asks open-ended questions, listens attentively to the answers, and frames their observations and statements with concern rather than judgment. More than one conversation may be needed, but change can take root over time.


