Family Therapy in La Jolla, CA
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The Center for Couples Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT
Verified
Verified
As a marriage and
family
psychotherapist for over 30 years, I am an experienced, eclectic clinician whose passion is helping couples become masters of their relationship and individuals become their best selves. Clients find me to be warm, active, engaged, and creative. I often use humor, metaphor, and therapeutic experiment to enliven sessions, and utilize tools for practice to support clients between sessions. I work to have each session build on the last and reach the client’s goals in timely and powerful ways. I am committed to having each person feel known, understood, supported and appreciated throughout the therapeutic process.

Kamran Zafar
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADAC, PhD
My name is Dr. Kamran Zafar and I am the founder and CEO of La Jolla Healing Center. I have been in recovery for more than 30 years and know how lonely it can get. Addiction can hit a person when they least expect it: when they're trying to manage an increase in their workload, fulfill obligations with
family
, or for no reason whatsoever. It often begins innocently — sometimes to relieve the stress of everyday life, or even just to experience the thrill of something new. Before the person knows it, they’re using alcohol or substances to cope with the negative feelings and stress in their daily lives.

Kristin Schwartz
Psychologist, MC, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Working together to determine and achieve your goals is my primary objective as your psychologist. When you arrive at my office you will be warmly welcomed into a space where you can decompress. I am committed to being accessible and feel honored by the opportunity to help you through this process. My office space is private, quiet, and welcoming and is centrally located near I-15. My roots in marriage,
family
, and child therapy, combined with a focus on cognitive behavioral interventions, will provide you the skills to navigate your obstacles.

Natalie Davila
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified
Verified
I work with couples and individuals by collecting information related to the
family
of origin, personal values, and unique life experiences, that allows me to understand my clients and offer strategies for healing and growth.
I help clients mend their broken hearts and calm their overactive minds by joining them in their journey towards deeper self-awareness through kindness and compassion. I whole-heartedly believe in the beauty of each person's unique perspective, and at the same time, gently encourage clients to be mindful of the universal human experiences of love and loss. Thus, providing comfort while helping clients explore issues that are difficult or painful. My creative and empathetic approach can assist clients in breaking a repetitive mindset by allowing them to gain new perspective through fresh insights, support and empowerment.

Marlane Y Agriesti
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified
Verified
Are you going through a major life transition? Have you been through emotional, physical, relationship or
family
trauma? Are you struggling with limiting or destructive relationship patterns, feeling anxious, experience panic, or struggle with self-esteem? Would you like to explore more creative approaches to the problems you face? I work especially well with people of all ages in search of healthier relationships, deep personal change and greater self-awareness. If you want to create a more balanced and fruitful life and claim your authentic voice and way in the world, I can help you navigate that journey with safety and trust.

Bryson Greaves
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Interpersonal relationships are powerful contributors to our overall health. Our intimate partner relationships,
family
relationships, work or peer relationships tend to affect us in meaningful ways. When our relational lives are strong and connected we feel satisfied, empowered, hopeful, and more confident. When our relational lives are hurting, we feel anxious, sad, pained, frustrated, and left not knowing what to do to improve it. I work with my clients to address the heart of their stressors working toward tangible results with lasting effects. I work collaboratively & passionately to create a safe, responsive, and supportive environment to address your needs.
Waitlist for new clients

Katie Erreca
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I am experienced in helping with depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, eating disorders, trauma, life transitions, and
family
struggles.
The decision to seek therapy takes courage. I believe therapy is most helpful when done in an accepting and comfortable environment. I work collaboratively with you to assist you in attaining your personal goals, explore avenues for growth, and achieve emotional well-being. I understand that every individual and couple is unique and I approach treatment with this in mind. I know that each client enters therapy with specific strengths and I do my best to help you pull from those strengths. My approach to therapy can be described as compassionate, active, warm, and gently challenging.
Waitlist for new clients

Erika Ramos
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My primary goal is to form empathic and compassionate relationships with my clients that will allow for the necessary teamwork to address and overcome the obstacles they are facing. I understand past and present difficulties within the context of
family
relationships. I think of each person as unique, dynamic, and changeable. I will adapt the treatment approach to my client's needs to enhance the emotional growth by promoting balanced lifestyles, positive self-esteem, and essential life skills.

Sabrina Parr
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Most people experience times or situations in their life in which additional support and help are needed. I offer a supportive, open and trusting environment to facilitate desired growth and change within the individual and/or the
family
. I have been working with in the field since 1994 and have enjoyed watching people make positive life changes. I look forward to the opportunity of supporting you!

Mindful Gazelle Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Alex utilizes his experience in CBT, psychoanalysis, and
family
systems theory to guide his patients to their desired goals.
Alex is one of the experienced therapists at Mindful Gazelle. He is a licensed clinical social worker with over 8 years of experience and helps individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma. He has dedicated his career to supporting and empowering individuals to overcome their challenges and achieve their goals.

Claudia Law-Greenberg, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
People seek a psychotherapist because they are experiencing emotional distress, often caused by issues related to relationships,
family
, marital problems, stress, and general dissatisfaction with one's life or work. My job as a psychologist is to find a path leading to both relief of these symptoms and to an understanding of oneself, which together provide for both short term and long term relief from these states. I do this by providing a non-judgmental and supportive therapeutic environment which promotes a deeper understanding and exploration of oneself, with the belief that this increased self-awareness ultimately leads to positive changes and better coping skills.
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Yvonne Venger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My goal as a psychotherapist is to work with my clients to help them heal from their pain, make positive changes in their lives, and improve their sense of well-being. My background includes working with people of all ages and backgrounds, and extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, stress management, life transitions, school stress, relationship issues, pre and post-partum concerns, and caregiver stress. I provide individual, couples,
family
and group therapy.

Kids Counseling of La Jolla LLC
Counselor, PhD, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Through a
family
centered approach, she provides counseling that supports parents in navigating their children’s behavioral and emotional needs.
Welcome! Dr. Kasper has a heart for helping children, adults, adolescents and their families. Her expertise is in counseling people that have experienced trauma, childhood sexual abuse, and those that have anxiety, depression or relational challenges. Dr. Kasper’s attachment, developmental perspective exists to support you and your child holistically.

La Jolla Psychology Center
Psychologist
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We are a multi-modal practice consisting of a team of psychologists and associates. We take an integrative, eclectic approach and are dedicated to serving the mental health needs of our community. We provide individual, tailored treatment for each person's unique situation. Our mission is to help improve the individual's lives by providing the highest quality of psychological services, including neurocognitive, psychological and academic assessments, child, adolescent and
family therapy
, and adult individual and couples therapy. Each month we will highlight a different clinician supervised by Dr. Deisy Boscan from LJPC.

La Jolla Therapy Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
We offer a free 15 minute phone consultation to answer any questions you may have and to explore if we are the right fit for you or your
family
.
Have you ever felt like life's daily stressors are too much to handle? Are you wondering where you can turn to find some extra support? We all face challenges in our life, whether it is a transition to a new school or job, conflict in relationships, or difficulty managing our emotions. Seeking professional help can be the first vital step in making a change. La Jolla Therapy Center works with children, adolescents, adults, and couples looking to transform their lives. Our goal is to work collaboratively with you to explore the shifts needed to launch you into a life filled with joy, peace, and fulfillment.
Parenting by Design: Tailored Help, Lasting Change
MAT, CPE
Parenting by Design gives each
family
the specific ingredients they need to thrive, not merely survive.
Is parenting overwhelming you? Do you often feel frustrated, isolated, guilty, hopeless, and/or resentful? We know you're not bad and your child isn't bad - you just need the right help. Our accelerated program offers tailored support and specific training for your unique challenges. Our caring experts provide the best help so you get powerful, lasting changes. Even if your child is not "neurotypical" and/or you had a difficult childhood yourself, our specialized training will help you all thrive and create a happier home.

Julia Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have over 10 years of experience working with children and families, and have specialized, evidence-based training in depression, anxiety, trauma,
family
conflict, and behavioral issues.
Are you living a life you love, or are you stuck in the familiar “one step forward, two steps back” dance? Life can be colorfully painful, beautifully complicated, and completely overwhelming—and none of us were given a how-to guide. We all experience complicated twists and unexpected turns that cause sadness, worry, anger, and destructive patterns with food, drugs, alcohol, and within our closest relationships. Our lives are too short to lose precious time to unhappiness, feeling hopeless, and being stuck in the same vicious cycles. Therapy can give you a personalized roadmap to help you design a life you love.

Ian Schere
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I feel that when it comes to the care of you and your
family
, it is essental that the treatment we choose is proven to work.
One of the most important things for parents of pre-teens to remember, is that the biggest motivation for your child's behaviors is attention from you. Your child will try all sorts of things to get and keep your attention, and those behaviors that work will increase while those behaviors that don't will typically go away. Children love and thrive on praise from their parents, but in many cases, those behaviors that yield negative attention from you (such as yelling or punishing) will often reinforce those unappreciated behaviors, as well.

Nada Zein
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Many professionals suffer from stress, anxiety, worry, or depression. Despite external success there is internal angst often impacting our daily lives and our relationships with colleagues and loved ones. Although materially successful we find ourselves feeling restless, trapped, or burnt out. I can help professionals who at times experience such feelings find their balance and regain their zest for life. After 15 years in corporate America where I saw highly functional colleagues struggle with stress and worry, I decided to become a Marriage and
Family Therapist
to serve this clientele to whom I could relate.

Laine Lipsky, Parenting Coach
MAT, CPE
2 Endorsed
2 Endorsed
If you have a "challenging" child (e.g., defiant, strong-willed, sensitive, ADHD, explosive) you need support. I train parents to raise their child(ren) without yelling, shame, blame, bribes or threats – even if they are stuck in these cycles right now. Having a difficult child makes parenting harder than usual, but you can learn how to get your whole
family
to thrive, not just survive. I know you want positive, loving bonds with your kids for life - let's get started! To book a free consult visit: www.lainelipsky.com/call
La Jolla, CA 92037
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.