Therapists in Escondido, CA

Photo of Joselynn Aguilar, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Joselynn Aguilar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach (CBT). I help people identify and change negative thought patterns to improve their mood and behavior. This approach can also help you overcome challenges like anxiety, depression, and stress. Let's work together to build a happier, healthier you!.
I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach (CBT). I help people identify and change negative thought patterns to improve their mood and behavior. This approach can also help you overcome challenges like anxiety, depression, and stress. Let's work together to build a happier, healthier you!.
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Sarah Vita
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Serves Area
Hi, I'm glad you're here. I take a holistic approach to therapy, honoring the deep connection between mind and body to support meaningful, lasting healing. Together, we’ll gently explore your thoughts, emotions, and physical experiences to help you find balance, clarity, and resilience. My work integrates evidence-based modalities including EMDR, Gestalt, DBT, CBT, mindfulness-based practices, and somatic approaches—allowing us to tailor our work to your unique needs and support your growth from the inside out.
Hi, I'm glad you're here. I take a holistic approach to therapy, honoring the deep connection between mind and body to support meaningful, lasting healing. Together, we’ll gently explore your thoughts, emotions, and physical experiences to help you find balance, clarity, and resilience. My work integrates evidence-based modalities including EMDR, Gestalt, DBT, CBT, mindfulness-based practices, and somatic approaches—allowing us to tailor our work to your unique needs and support your growth from the inside out.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Mindful Neuron Center, PC
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
At Mindful Neuron, we work with families whose children are facing challenges in school—whether with learning differences, ADHD, autism, or emotional struggles like anxiety. Parents often come to us wanting answers, clarity, and a plan they can trust. We provide comprehensive evaluations and psychological testing to uncover strengths and pinpoint areas needing support. Our goal is to give families practical strategies that help children succeed in school, build confidence, and prepare for higher learning. Every child is unique, and we honor their identity, language, and values while guiding their long-term growth and well-being.
At Mindful Neuron, we work with families whose children are facing challenges in school—whether with learning differences, ADHD, autism, or emotional struggles like anxiety. Parents often come to us wanting answers, clarity, and a plan they can trust. We provide comprehensive evaluations and psychological testing to uncover strengths and pinpoint areas needing support. Our goal is to give families practical strategies that help children succeed in school, build confidence, and prepare for higher learning. Every child is unique, and we honor their identity, language, and values while guiding their long-term growth and well-being.
(562) 573-6919 View (562) 573-6919
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Carly Shaul
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
You want to learn to be kinder to yourself, regulate your feelings, put yourself first without guilt, and heal from a past that’s holding you back. You are struggling to feel normal and can admit that sometimes you’re harder on yourself than you deserve. I help teens, adults, and relationship structures explore their lives in order to improve their communication and strengthen their connections to themselves and their communities. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, neurodivergence, confusion about life, sexual difficulties, relationship stress, or major life transitions, I’m ready to meet you with warmth and care.
You want to learn to be kinder to yourself, regulate your feelings, put yourself first without guilt, and heal from a past that’s holding you back. You are struggling to feel normal and can admit that sometimes you’re harder on yourself than you deserve. I help teens, adults, and relationship structures explore their lives in order to improve their communication and strengthen their connections to themselves and their communities. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, neurodivergence, confusion about life, sexual difficulties, relationship stress, or major life transitions, I’m ready to meet you with warmth and care.
(619) 792-1536 View (619) 792-1536
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Melee K Pal
Psychologist, PsyD
Online Only
Anxiety, mood shifts, health concerns and trauma all negatively impact our relationships at work and in our personal lives. It is often difficult to reach out for help from a professional. Yet with the right therapist, especially a doctoral level psychologist who is non-judgmental, respectful and skilled and understands these conditions, you don’t have to struggle in isolation anymore. My therapeutic approach is person centered, collaborative, compassionate, and strength-based. My goal is to work at a pace that is comfortable for you to tailor treatment to meet your personal needs. I am also attuned to culturally sensitive issues.
Anxiety, mood shifts, health concerns and trauma all negatively impact our relationships at work and in our personal lives. It is often difficult to reach out for help from a professional. Yet with the right therapist, especially a doctoral level psychologist who is non-judgmental, respectful and skilled and understands these conditions, you don’t have to struggle in isolation anymore. My therapeutic approach is person centered, collaborative, compassionate, and strength-based. My goal is to work at a pace that is comfortable for you to tailor treatment to meet your personal needs. I am also attuned to culturally sensitive issues.
(442) 300-9395 View (442) 300-9395
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Institute on Violence Abuse and Trauma (IVAT)
Psychologist
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
While we specialize in providing trauma-focused therapeutic services, we also cover a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, and self-growth. We offer low-cost options so that our services are accessible to all and all of our treatment services are provided on a sliding scale based on income. Therapy is offered in both virtual and in-person settings. We also offer comprehensive psychological testing. IVAT also offers forensic services. The forensic team at IVAT serves clients who are involved in criminal, family, and civil cases involving a broad range of forensic issues (sexual or physical), including child custody, child abuse, family violence allegations, sexual assault, and trauma.
While we specialize in providing trauma-focused therapeutic services, we also cover a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, and self-growth. We offer low-cost options so that our services are accessible to all and all of our treatment services are provided on a sliding scale based on income. Therapy is offered in both virtual and in-person settings. We also offer comprehensive psychological testing. IVAT also offers forensic services. The forensic team at IVAT serves clients who are involved in criminal, family, and civil cases involving a broad range of forensic issues (sexual or physical), including child custody, child abuse, family violence allegations, sexual assault, and trauma.
(858) 758-9509 View (858) 758-9509
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Shanekwa Pruitt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Looking for a refuge from loss? Struggling to manage anxiety and sadness? Can't seem to deal with Trauma or a recent life change? Need to find a safe space to feel seen, heard, understood, and empowered. I'm excited to be of service.
Looking for a refuge from loss? Struggling to manage anxiety and sadness? Can't seem to deal with Trauma or a recent life change? Need to find a safe space to feel seen, heard, understood, and empowered. I'm excited to be of service.
(510) 567-7296 View (510) 567-7296
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Merle James Yost
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
The people who usually see me are tired of being fearful, angry, depressed, beaten down, etc., and are ready to face the past so that they can live a more joy-filled life. They are trapped in the past, directly or indirectly, reliving the pain and horrors. It is exhausting, and increasingly, it is the only way to see the world. Understandably, they want to stop hurting and repeating the past and find a way forward. While they do not forget it, they want to be no longer trapped in the emotions accompanying memories. They want it to be a part of their past, not their present.
The people who usually see me are tired of being fearful, angry, depressed, beaten down, etc., and are ready to face the past so that they can live a more joy-filled life. They are trapped in the past, directly or indirectly, reliving the pain and horrors. It is exhausting, and increasingly, it is the only way to see the world. Understandably, they want to stop hurting and repeating the past and find a way forward. While they do not forget it, they want to be no longer trapped in the emotions accompanying memories. They want it to be a part of their past, not their present.
(442) 254-0584 View (442) 254-0584
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Elizabeth Dutcher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Serves Area
I help couples that feel disconnected, resentful, unheard, under-appreciated, or who struggle to have productive discussions around conflictual topics. I'm here to help. I use Gottman method in my couples work. Gottman Method is an evidence-based treatment to address all of these relational issues and more. Gottman Method blends processing old wounds, enhancing connection and understanding, and relational skill building. These skills are wide ranging and include: building a friendship, conflict management, and building a life together that honors both partner's dreams.
I help couples that feel disconnected, resentful, unheard, under-appreciated, or who struggle to have productive discussions around conflictual topics. I'm here to help. I use Gottman method in my couples work. Gottman Method is an evidence-based treatment to address all of these relational issues and more. Gottman Method blends processing old wounds, enhancing connection and understanding, and relational skill building. These skills are wide ranging and include: building a friendship, conflict management, and building a life together that honors both partner's dreams.
(442) 241-0350 View (442) 241-0350
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Dr. Janet Ricci Elkun
Psychologist, PsyD, MS, CCHt
Serves Area
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, or emotional disconnection — struggling with symptoms your body and mind can no longer ignore. You're looking for someone who truly sees you and understands your experience on every level. I work with adults (18+) ready to look inward and heal. Even if it feels intimidating, you know you want to feel more grounded and whole. Together, we’ll create a safe, compassionate space for deeper healing and self-understanding.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, or emotional disconnection — struggling with symptoms your body and mind can no longer ignore. You're looking for someone who truly sees you and understands your experience on every level. I work with adults (18+) ready to look inward and heal. Even if it feels intimidating, you know you want to feel more grounded and whole. Together, we’ll create a safe, compassionate space for deeper healing and self-understanding.
(760) 281-0180 View (760) 281-0180
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Wenonah Washington
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Wenonah is a board-certified therapist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has several years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults, however she specializes in helping students and young professionals manage anxiety and ADHD. Wenonah utilizes evidence-based practices and maintains a trauma-informed, warm, and collaborative approach in her clinical work.
Wenonah is a board-certified therapist at Bonmente, a full-service mental health clinic that offers online appointments, accepts insurance (Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Cigna, United, and more), and has same-week appointments available. She has several years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults, however she specializes in helping students and young professionals manage anxiety and ADHD. Wenonah utilizes evidence-based practices and maintains a trauma-informed, warm, and collaborative approach in her clinical work.
(949) 796-7915 View (949) 796-7915
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Kelly M. Kaitson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling like you’re not living as your best self? Maybe you’re feeling confused, scared, or disconnected, and not sure how to move forward. I want you to know that you’re not alone, and I’m here to help. If emotions or behaviors are becoming overwhelming and affecting other areas of your life, I encourage you to reach out. My goal is to support you through this journey, and I truly believe that positive change, success, and growth are possible. Together we’ll work on practical tools and strategies to help you not just cope, but truly thrive.
Are you feeling like you’re not living as your best self? Maybe you’re feeling confused, scared, or disconnected, and not sure how to move forward. I want you to know that you’re not alone, and I’m here to help. If emotions or behaviors are becoming overwhelming and affecting other areas of your life, I encourage you to reach out. My goal is to support you through this journey, and I truly believe that positive change, success, and growth are possible. Together we’ll work on practical tools and strategies to help you not just cope, but truly thrive.
(760) 415-0085 View (760) 415-0085
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Joan Salat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you ever ask yourself, "My partner and I are successful in so many ways, why does our relationship feel so painfully disconnected?" Allow me to guide you in restoring the connection you once enjoyed together. Damaged trust, anger, infidelity, money problems, lack of sex, intimacy and affection are among the problems that can erode a relationship. I will provide you with tools that will help you move towards rebuilding trust, closeness and integrity in the relationship. I will also teach you how to effectively get what you want from your partner and the relationship. About 50% of my practice is couples, 50% is individual therapy.
Do you ever ask yourself, "My partner and I are successful in so many ways, why does our relationship feel so painfully disconnected?" Allow me to guide you in restoring the connection you once enjoyed together. Damaged trust, anger, infidelity, money problems, lack of sex, intimacy and affection are among the problems that can erode a relationship. I will provide you with tools that will help you move towards rebuilding trust, closeness and integrity in the relationship. I will also teach you how to effectively get what you want from your partner and the relationship. About 50% of my practice is couples, 50% is individual therapy.
(858) 386-4822 View (858) 386-4822
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Haley Kong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Hi there! I'm so glad you're here and taking the next step to start therapy. Whether you're carrying pain from the past, navigating tough relationships, or simply feeling overwhelmed, I'm here to walk with you. I specialize in providing EMDR therapy and trauma-focused somatic therapy to help you process and heal from past experiences. These approaches help the mind and body to release any emotional or physical stress that's still there. I use an attachment-focused approach to gently explore attachment wounds that stem from early relationships.
Hi there! I'm so glad you're here and taking the next step to start therapy. Whether you're carrying pain from the past, navigating tough relationships, or simply feeling overwhelmed, I'm here to walk with you. I specialize in providing EMDR therapy and trauma-focused somatic therapy to help you process and heal from past experiences. These approaches help the mind and body to release any emotional or physical stress that's still there. I use an attachment-focused approach to gently explore attachment wounds that stem from early relationships.
(818) 532-0480 View (818) 532-0480
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Kathy Rose
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I am a licensed marriage & family therapist with over 40 years of experience in psychotherapy & personal development. My approach to therapy is best described as eclectic. I draw from a number of therapeutic approaches, primarily Client-Centered, CBT, Mindfulness, & Strength-Based. To me, the most important aspect of a successful therapy experience is the quality of the relationship established between client & therapist, based on mutual trust & willingness to commit to the process.
I am a licensed marriage & family therapist with over 40 years of experience in psychotherapy & personal development. My approach to therapy is best described as eclectic. I draw from a number of therapeutic approaches, primarily Client-Centered, CBT, Mindfulness, & Strength-Based. To me, the most important aspect of a successful therapy experience is the quality of the relationship established between client & therapist, based on mutual trust & willingness to commit to the process.
(424) 400-3084 View (424) 400-3084
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Dr. Jaclyn Bettis ND, APCC
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Serves Area
I’m Dr. Jaclyn Bettis, ND, APCC—a Holistic Psychotherapist and Naturopathic Doctor passionate about integrative mental health, trauma recovery, and addiction healing. My work bridges science and soul, blending somatic therapy, neuroscience, and nature based practices. My ideal clients are ready to explore the root of their challenges and reconnect with their bodies, emotions, and inner wisdom. Whether you’re managing anxiety, healing from trauma, or simply seeking clarity and alignment, I offer a grounded, compassionate space to support your process. My approach is whole person centered.
I’m Dr. Jaclyn Bettis, ND, APCC—a Holistic Psychotherapist and Naturopathic Doctor passionate about integrative mental health, trauma recovery, and addiction healing. My work bridges science and soul, blending somatic therapy, neuroscience, and nature based practices. My ideal clients are ready to explore the root of their challenges and reconnect with their bodies, emotions, and inner wisdom. Whether you’re managing anxiety, healing from trauma, or simply seeking clarity and alignment, I offer a grounded, compassionate space to support your process. My approach is whole person centered.
(760) 454-1768 View (760) 454-1768
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Kecia Woods
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I work from a collaborative, strengths-based approach, assisting and supporting clients to be the authors of their own lives. My focus areas of practice are group work, individual and family sessions, management, residential & school settings, and outpatient clinical experience. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
I work from a collaborative, strengths-based approach, assisting and supporting clients to be the authors of their own lives. My focus areas of practice are group work, individual and family sessions, management, residential & school settings, and outpatient clinical experience. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
(341) 232-3184 View (341) 232-3184
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Ana Isabel Guzman-Wiley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Since my undergraduate studies, I have developed a passion for social justice. I wanted to work with people individually to help dismantle social constructs that limit their ability to live fulfilling lives. I am driven by connecting with clients and helping them unlearn unhelpful personal schemas. I have robust experience with adults in treating anxiety and depression. I have substantial experience working alongside the Latinx community, and I am excited to work with an array of diverse populations.
Since my undergraduate studies, I have developed a passion for social justice. I wanted to work with people individually to help dismantle social constructs that limit their ability to live fulfilling lives. I am driven by connecting with clients and helping them unlearn unhelpful personal schemas. I have robust experience with adults in treating anxiety and depression. I have substantial experience working alongside the Latinx community, and I am excited to work with an array of diverse populations.
(909) 316-3770 View (909) 316-3770
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Tracey E. Harvey
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Serves Area
What’s Love Got To Do With It… Well, everything, really. We are social beings designed to connect. Living in love and compassion is the antidote to misunderstandings and conflict. Unfortunately, most people don’t learn the necessary skills to nurture and sustain love. Investing in your partnership is a worthwhile venture and an antidote to the re-occurring struggles. Whether you're in a committed relationship or looking for a partner, learning new Relationship 101 skills is beneficial. Becoming adept at effective communication and listening will improve your interactions with others.
What’s Love Got To Do With It… Well, everything, really. We are social beings designed to connect. Living in love and compassion is the antidote to misunderstandings and conflict. Unfortunately, most people don’t learn the necessary skills to nurture and sustain love. Investing in your partnership is a worthwhile venture and an antidote to the re-occurring struggles. Whether you're in a committed relationship or looking for a partner, learning new Relationship 101 skills is beneficial. Becoming adept at effective communication and listening will improve your interactions with others.
(760) 509-1456 View (760) 509-1456
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Camille Chapline, Psy.D., LMFT, CSAT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, CSAT
Online Only
Dr. Chapline's expertise is using techniques that heal emotional wounds and trauma, techniques that find hidden reasons in your subconscious for repetitive problems, and/or pain. She wants you to understand what has been wrong and why, as well as to heal. Knowing why helps you make better life choices. The goal is to heal your wounds, increase your sense of self and enrich your life. She works very hard right along with you to help you achieve success, and is skilled in methods that heal problematic patterns, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma. Dr. Chapline CARES! Her website is www.drchapline.com to learn more.
Dr. Chapline's expertise is using techniques that heal emotional wounds and trauma, techniques that find hidden reasons in your subconscious for repetitive problems, and/or pain. She wants you to understand what has been wrong and why, as well as to heal. Knowing why helps you make better life choices. The goal is to heal your wounds, increase your sense of self and enrich your life. She works very hard right along with you to help you achieve success, and is skilled in methods that heal problematic patterns, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma. Dr. Chapline CARES! Her website is www.drchapline.com to learn more.
(760) 561-5722 View (760) 561-5722

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Number of Therapists in Escondido, CA

200+

Average cost per session

$170

Therapists in Escondido, CA who prioritize treating:

89% Anxiety
84% Depression
69% Self Esteem
66% Trauma and PTSD
64% Coping Skills
61% Stress
60% Relationship Issues

Average years in practice

13 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

91% Aetna
82% Cigna and Evernorth
69% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

How Therapists in Escondido, CA see their clients

52% Online Only
48% In Person and Online

Gender breakdown

83% Female
16% Male
1% Non-Binary