Kaiser Permanente (OON) Therapists in La Jolla, CA
“Just keep swimming.”
Claudia Estrada is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California who provides therapy in both English and Spanish. She has been practicing since 2014 and became fully licensed in 2018. Claudia specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, stress management, women’s issues, and first-generation experiences.
“Just keep swimming.”
Claudia Estrada is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California who provides therapy in both English and Spanish. She has been practicing since 2014 and became fully licensed in 2018. Claudia specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, stress management, women’s issues, and first-generation experiences.
Lonniel holds a Master’s in Marriage & Family Therapy and is dual licensed in California and Nevada. With 7+ years of experience, he specializes in trauma, EMDR, grief, and co-occurring disorders. His background spans community mental health, behavioral health, and integrated care. Lonniel takes a holistic, client-centered approach, helping clients address root causes while building practical skills. He’s known for being direct, supportive, and collaborative. Outside of work, he enjoys family time, sports, and traveling.
Lonniel holds a Master’s in Marriage & Family Therapy and is dual licensed in California and Nevada. With 7+ years of experience, he specializes in trauma, EMDR, grief, and co-occurring disorders. His background spans community mental health, behavioral health, and integrated care. Lonniel takes a holistic, client-centered approach, helping clients address root causes while building practical skills. He’s known for being direct, supportive, and collaborative. Outside of work, he enjoys family time, sports, and traveling.
After working for more than 20 years in this field as a MSW and LCSW , I am deeply appreciative to help many clients with their personal and relationship challenges. With a clinical focus in ADHD, life transitions, EMDR ,Trauma and survivors of Narcissistic abuse, I meet my clients where they are at and support them through this life changing process. We will work on building a safe and empathetic client centered relationship to explore difficult relationships, challenging experiences and transitions in your life. This is the first step to achieving happiness and peace in your life.
After working for more than 20 years in this field as a MSW and LCSW , I am deeply appreciative to help many clients with their personal and relationship challenges. With a clinical focus in ADHD, life transitions, EMDR ,Trauma and survivors of Narcissistic abuse, I meet my clients where they are at and support them through this life changing process. We will work on building a safe and empathetic client centered relationship to explore difficult relationships, challenging experiences and transitions in your life. This is the first step to achieving happiness and peace in your life.
Most people go through life with a steady routine. Sometimes negative outcomes occur from their daily choices or unforeseen events. Depression, anxiety, irritation, and hopelessness can then set in. My goal is to focus on client needs and empower them by teaching skills and strategies that will allow them to move forward and have a meaningful life.
Most people go through life with a steady routine. Sometimes negative outcomes occur from their daily choices or unforeseen events. Depression, anxiety, irritation, and hopelessness can then set in. My goal is to focus on client needs and empower them by teaching skills and strategies that will allow them to move forward and have a meaningful life.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in old patterns or beliefs that no longer serve them. Others are navigating relationships, grief, life transitions, or identity exploration. Some seek relief from anxiety or depression, while others want to feel more grounded, emotionally regulated, and at peace. My clients are often motivated to understand themselves more deeply and create intentional, authentic change in their lives. I also provide clinical supervision for pre-licensed therapists seeking licensure.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck in old patterns or beliefs that no longer serve them. Others are navigating relationships, grief, life transitions, or identity exploration. Some seek relief from anxiety or depression, while others want to feel more grounded, emotionally regulated, and at peace. My clients are often motivated to understand themselves more deeply and create intentional, authentic change in their lives. I also provide clinical supervision for pre-licensed therapists seeking licensure.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience providing therapy to children, adults, couples, families, and groups. I earned my Master's in Social Welfare from UC Berkeley and take a holistic, integrative approach that recognizes the connection between mind, body, emotions, and life experiences. I help clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic health conditions, and women's issues using evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR, mindfulness, EFT, and psychodynamic therapy to build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and support lasting healing.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience providing therapy to children, adults, couples, families, and groups. I earned my Master's in Social Welfare from UC Berkeley and take a holistic, integrative approach that recognizes the connection between mind, body, emotions, and life experiences. I help clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic health conditions, and women's issues using evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR, mindfulness, EFT, and psychodynamic therapy to build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and support lasting healing.
Being ready to get professional help is a sign of self-awareness and a willingness to explore your thought patterns, values and belief systems. Finding the right, non-judgmental therapist is essential in building rapport, trust, and open communication. I work together with my clients to explore dynamics related to depression, anxiety, relationship complications, boundary issues, cultural conflicts, health problems, financial worries, mid life crisis and unexpected life changes. I use a combination of techniques including psycho-dynamic, cognitive theories, solution focused models, mindfulness and strength-based approach.
Being ready to get professional help is a sign of self-awareness and a willingness to explore your thought patterns, values and belief systems. Finding the right, non-judgmental therapist is essential in building rapport, trust, and open communication. I work together with my clients to explore dynamics related to depression, anxiety, relationship complications, boundary issues, cultural conflicts, health problems, financial worries, mid life crisis and unexpected life changes. I use a combination of techniques including psycho-dynamic, cognitive theories, solution focused models, mindfulness and strength-based approach.
At Meridian Counseling, our ideal clients are individuals and families who feel stuck—overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, navigating trauma, or struggling in relationships. They want relief, but more than that, they want to understand themselves more deeply, feel empowered in their choices, and create a life that feels meaningful and sustainable.
At Meridian Counseling, our ideal clients are individuals and families who feel stuck—overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, navigating trauma, or struggling in relationships. They want relief, but more than that, they want to understand themselves more deeply, feel empowered in their choices, and create a life that feels meaningful and sustainable.
At Meridian Counseling, we believe therapy should be more than just symptom management—it should be a safe, supportive space where you feel truly seen, understood, and empowered to grow. Our practice is home to a diverse team of licensed therapists, prescribers, and supervisors who are passionate about helping you navigate life’s challenges, heal from emotional pain, and build a future grounded in resilience and hope.
At Meridian Counseling, we believe therapy should be more than just symptom management—it should be a safe, supportive space where you feel truly seen, understood, and empowered to grow. Our practice is home to a diverse team of licensed therapists, prescribers, and supervisors who are passionate about helping you navigate life’s challenges, heal from emotional pain, and build a future grounded in resilience and hope.
At Ebb and Flow Psychotherapy, we are a team of dedicated clinicians who share a common mission: to support individuals in navigating life’s challenges with compassion, resilience, and personalized care.
At Ebb and Flow Psychotherapy, we are a team of dedicated clinicians who share a common mission: to support individuals in navigating life’s challenges with compassion, resilience, and personalized care.
If you are seeking straight to the point, no bullshit, authentic, and kind, I am the therapist for you. I treat the military community, first responders, trauma, addiction, and stressors that are holding you back from feeling like you are getting the most out of life. People who enjoy working with me are those looking to dig deep, talk about hard topics, be lovingly challenged from time to time, who want to live their lives with emotional freedom, and do all of this in a nonjudgmental space. My patients know that I am not interested in telling you what to do, judging, or coaching you how to live your life.
If you are seeking straight to the point, no bullshit, authentic, and kind, I am the therapist for you. I treat the military community, first responders, trauma, addiction, and stressors that are holding you back from feeling like you are getting the most out of life. People who enjoy working with me are those looking to dig deep, talk about hard topics, be lovingly challenged from time to time, who want to live their lives with emotional freedom, and do all of this in a nonjudgmental space. My patients know that I am not interested in telling you what to do, judging, or coaching you how to live your life.
Bilingual Trauma Therapist & Immigration Evaluation Specialist.
Are anxiety, stress, past traumatic experiences, or major life changes affecting your daily life? Seeking support is an important first step toward healing and personal growth. I provide a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive environment where adults can explore challenges, develop coping skills, and build greater emotional well-being.
Bilingual Trauma Therapist & Immigration Evaluation Specialist.
Are anxiety, stress, past traumatic experiences, or major life changes affecting your daily life? Seeking support is an important first step toward healing and personal growth. I provide a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive environment where adults can explore challenges, develop coping skills, and build greater emotional well-being.
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are growth opportunities. You’re probably here because it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey.
We specialize in treating relationships, mood disorders, and trauma, and helping clients like you find direction in life. Real change comes from understanding the root causes of your problems, connecting with your emotions, and learning new skills to navigate life’s journey.
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are growth opportunities. You’re probably here because it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey.
We specialize in treating relationships, mood disorders, and trauma, and helping clients like you find direction in life. Real change comes from understanding the root causes of your problems, connecting with your emotions, and learning new skills to navigate life’s journey.
Treating Bipolar Disorders is my specialty, I’ve been through the massive highs and lows this disorder can bring on, so I truly get it. I am not the “smile and nod” type of therapist and you will not be the only one talking in our sessions. I genuinely listen to your unique story and will work with you to develop concrete skills to get you back on track. Your struggle is real and I want to help. I have successfully been off medications for years now and this may not always be the case for everyone, but I’m here to tell you that it IS possible. Call me today for a free 15 minute consultation over the phone.
Treating Bipolar Disorders is my specialty, I’ve been through the massive highs and lows this disorder can bring on, so I truly get it. I am not the “smile and nod” type of therapist and you will not be the only one talking in our sessions. I genuinely listen to your unique story and will work with you to develop concrete skills to get you back on track. Your struggle is real and I want to help. I have successfully been off medications for years now and this may not always be the case for everyone, but I’m here to tell you that it IS possible. Call me today for a free 15 minute consultation over the phone.
Do you ever imagine what it would feel like to truly trust yourself and the people around you? Somewhere along the way, you learned to cope: overextending yourself for others until nothing was left, or keeping people at arm's length. Talk therapy alone hasn't shifted these patterns, and you're tired of running on empty. If your early environment was unpredictable, neglectful, or harshly critical, your body may still be stuck in high alert mode. Your thoughts loop, your inner voice is harsh, and you swing between overwhelm and shutdown. Underneath it, you want a life where you can just exist, without hiding or performing.
Do you ever imagine what it would feel like to truly trust yourself and the people around you? Somewhere along the way, you learned to cope: overextending yourself for others until nothing was left, or keeping people at arm's length. Talk therapy alone hasn't shifted these patterns, and you're tired of running on empty. If your early environment was unpredictable, neglectful, or harshly critical, your body may still be stuck in high alert mode. Your thoughts loop, your inner voice is harsh, and you swing between overwhelm and shutdown. Underneath it, you want a life where you can just exist, without hiding or performing.
My ideal clients are individuals feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with life transitions, relationships/family concerns and past/current abuse/trauma, Many come to therapy seeking a safe, supportive space where they can openly express themselves without judgment. I enjoy helping clients better understand themselves, build healthier coping skills, improve relationships, and regain confidence and balance. My goal is to help clients feel heard, supported, empowered, and comfortable being their authentic selves.
My ideal clients are individuals feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with life transitions, relationships/family concerns and past/current abuse/trauma, Many come to therapy seeking a safe, supportive space where they can openly express themselves without judgment. I enjoy helping clients better understand themselves, build healthier coping skills, improve relationships, and regain confidence and balance. My goal is to help clients feel heard, supported, empowered, and comfortable being their authentic selves.
Therapy is a healing process that allows us to trust ourselves and empowers us to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Therapy can serve as the light in darkness and can guide us with what we need to live our highest potential. I provide a warm, accepting, and safe environment to explore and learn how to navigate life's challenges. I provide an integrative and holistic approach that focuses on all aspects of one's self (emotional, behavioral, mental, spiritual).
Therapy is a healing process that allows us to trust ourselves and empowers us to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Therapy can serve as the light in darkness and can guide us with what we need to live our highest potential. I provide a warm, accepting, and safe environment to explore and learn how to navigate life's challenges. I provide an integrative and holistic approach that focuses on all aspects of one's self (emotional, behavioral, mental, spiritual).
Accepting new clients. I’m a behavioral and somatic based therapist with a compassionate and results-driven approach. I focus is on helping my clients to feel the effects of change, quickly. I work with adults and teens struggling with anxiety, depression, and life changes. I also work with couples, moresomes, and families, focusing on improving relationships through communication and connection. I work with people affected by the challenges of personality disorders, directly and in relationships. I welcome a diverse range of clients, inclusive of neurodivergent, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and non-traditional relationship folks.
Accepting new clients. I’m a behavioral and somatic based therapist with a compassionate and results-driven approach. I focus is on helping my clients to feel the effects of change, quickly. I work with adults and teens struggling with anxiety, depression, and life changes. I also work with couples, moresomes, and families, focusing on improving relationships through communication and connection. I work with people affected by the challenges of personality disorders, directly and in relationships. I welcome a diverse range of clients, inclusive of neurodivergent, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and non-traditional relationship folks.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is focused on helping clients learn tools to achieve their goals. I provide support for hope and healing in a non-judgmental environment. I often work with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationships and personal conflicts. I also have experience in dual diagnosis and addictions. I use various approaches depending on the client and progress.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is focused on helping clients learn tools to achieve their goals. I provide support for hope and healing in a non-judgmental environment. I often work with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationships and personal conflicts. I also have experience in dual diagnosis and addictions. I use various approaches depending on the client and progress.
When my clients come to see me, they are looking to find a way out of the negative thoughts that plague them and cause them to derail their lives. Everyone deserves peace in their lives and to believe in themselves without being brought down. When they enter my office, they are totally accepted as who they are. The purpose of counseling will be to help them improve themselves and their lives in areas they are seeing deficits.
When my clients come to see me, they are looking to find a way out of the negative thoughts that plague them and cause them to derail their lives. Everyone deserves peace in their lives and to believe in themselves without being brought down. When they enter my office, they are totally accepted as who they are. The purpose of counseling will be to help them improve themselves and their lives in areas they are seeing deficits.
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