Carelon Health IPA of California (CHIPA) Therapists in La Mesa, CA
I am a therapist who uses practical knowledge, is interactive, and solution-focused. My treatment approach is to provide support and feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
I am a therapist who uses practical knowledge, is interactive, and solution-focused. My treatment approach is to provide support and feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor licensed in California and Texas, with over 10 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, confidence and self esteem issues, OCD and ADHD. I am also certified in Trauma Counseling and have helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse, and various traumatic life experiences.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor licensed in California and Texas, with over 10 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, confidence and self esteem issues, OCD and ADHD. I am also certified in Trauma Counseling and have helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse, and various traumatic life experiences.
I am currently accepting new clients for in-person counseling. I provide counseling services for couples, individuals, children, young adults & adolescents. I have experience in helping individuals with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, self-harm and suicidal thoughts and in counseling children who are experiencing negative effects from divorce and have extensive experience in working with children/adolescents in a wide variety of settings.
I am currently accepting new clients for in-person counseling. I provide counseling services for couples, individuals, children, young adults & adolescents. I have experience in helping individuals with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, self-harm and suicidal thoughts and in counseling children who are experiencing negative effects from divorce and have extensive experience in working with children/adolescents in a wide variety of settings.
I believe in emphasizing one’s own unique spiritual journey as the primary source of knowing; that there is nothing needed to “fix,” but rather an opportunity to explore with newfound curiosity and connection. Collaborating with our natural environment and translating what is discussed during our time in into lived experiences is incredibly powerful and useful for sustained growth and learning.
I am also licensed in CO as a certified psychedelic assisted therapy facilitator and offer psilocybin and ketamine facilitation as appropriate.
I believe in emphasizing one’s own unique spiritual journey as the primary source of knowing; that there is nothing needed to “fix,” but rather an opportunity to explore with newfound curiosity and connection. Collaborating with our natural environment and translating what is discussed during our time in into lived experiences is incredibly powerful and useful for sustained growth and learning.
I am also licensed in CO as a certified psychedelic assisted therapy facilitator and offer psilocybin and ketamine facilitation as appropriate.
Welcome! My name is Vanessa Villasenor and I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist who has experience providing child, teen and adult therapy in San Diego. The first goal will be to create a safe and comfortable counseling environment to and it is important to find a therapist that will work with you and whom you feel comfortable with in order to make the most progress. I provide a variety of counseling environments and styles to address your needs and have experience working with military families including both active duty members as well as their family members.
Welcome! My name is Vanessa Villasenor and I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist who has experience providing child, teen and adult therapy in San Diego. The first goal will be to create a safe and comfortable counseling environment to and it is important to find a therapist that will work with you and whom you feel comfortable with in order to make the most progress. I provide a variety of counseling environments and styles to address your needs and have experience working with military families including both active duty members as well as their family members.
We are learning how to connect the world around us in new and continuously changing ways. During even the small changes we can experience grief related stress or anxiety simply trying to create new routines for ourselves or our families. Grief is a natural response to any form of loss in our lives. Often people only relate grief to the death of a loved one but it is much more common than that. The process of grieving a loss can happen from a move, a change in job, a loss of a relationship or even the loss of a dream once had.
We are learning how to connect the world around us in new and continuously changing ways. During even the small changes we can experience grief related stress or anxiety simply trying to create new routines for ourselves or our families. Grief is a natural response to any form of loss in our lives. Often people only relate grief to the death of a loved one but it is much more common than that. The process of grieving a loss can happen from a move, a change in job, a loss of a relationship or even the loss of a dream once had.
Life can be tough sometimes. Whether you're navigating a diagnosis, feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety, or just wanting to feel more fulfilled in your relationships and day-to-day life, you're not alone, and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.
My goal as your therapist is to support you in creating a life that feels meaningful and enjoyable. Together, we’ll explore what’s been weighing you down, get curious about what’s getting in the way, and work toward the kind of change that feels right for you. Therapy isn’t about "fixing" you it’s about helping you reconnect with your own strength, clarity, and purpose.
Life can be tough sometimes. Whether you're navigating a diagnosis, feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety, or just wanting to feel more fulfilled in your relationships and day-to-day life, you're not alone, and you don’t have to figure it all out on your own.
My goal as your therapist is to support you in creating a life that feels meaningful and enjoyable. Together, we’ll explore what’s been weighing you down, get curious about what’s getting in the way, and work toward the kind of change that feels right for you. Therapy isn’t about "fixing" you it’s about helping you reconnect with your own strength, clarity, and purpose.
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I offer a judgment free environment to explore your concerns, troubles, dreams, and questions. We will be on this journey together: I particularly like working with anxiety, stress, and career challenges. I also enjoy processing through spiritual questions and angst. Together, we will identify, clarify, and process emotions and ideas that are causing you discomfort. Just as importantly, we'll set goals together so you can effectively understand the progress you've made.
I offer a judgment free environment to explore your concerns, troubles, dreams, and questions. We will be on this journey together: I particularly like working with anxiety, stress, and career challenges. I also enjoy processing through spiritual questions and angst. Together, we will identify, clarify, and process emotions and ideas that are causing you discomfort. Just as importantly, we'll set goals together so you can effectively understand the progress you've made.
Caleb is a Certified Sex Addiction Counselor (CSAT), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional (CAIMHP), Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (CASDCS), Certified Personality Disorder Specialist, Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). Caleb specializes in helping clients work through addiction recovery, anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. He strives to provide a safe space for his clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
Caleb is a Certified Sex Addiction Counselor (CSAT), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Certified Addictions-Informed Mental Health Professional (CAIMHP), Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist (CASDCS), Certified Personality Disorder Specialist, Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). Caleb specializes in helping clients work through addiction recovery, anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. He strives to provide a safe space for his clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.
Taking the step to begin therapy is an act of courage, and I am here to support you on that journey. I provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Together, we’ll work toward healing, growth, and greater clarity so you can move forward with confidence.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process. My style is warm, supportive, and tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, stress, or life transitions, I will walk alongside you with care and understanding
Taking the step to begin therapy is an act of courage, and I am here to support you on that journey. I provide a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. Together, we’ll work toward healing, growth, and greater clarity so you can move forward with confidence.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process. My style is warm, supportive, and tailored to your unique needs. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, stress, or life transitions, I will walk alongside you with care and understanding
Throughout life’s journey, we can face challenges, transitions, and trials. Perhaps you are seeking and longing for growth, change, and a healthy way to cope with life’s stressors. In therapy, a safe place is created so that you can navigate life stressors by incorporating healthy coping skills. Oftentimes, we can feel like we are stuck. Stuck in behaviors, patterns, or even relationships. We see the hopeful path ahead but are struggling to take the first step. In therapy, you also gain understanding of the root cause of certain patterns and mindsets. Therapy can become the place of healing, growth, and change.
Throughout life’s journey, we can face challenges, transitions, and trials. Perhaps you are seeking and longing for growth, change, and a healthy way to cope with life’s stressors. In therapy, a safe place is created so that you can navigate life stressors by incorporating healthy coping skills. Oftentimes, we can feel like we are stuck. Stuck in behaviors, patterns, or even relationships. We see the hopeful path ahead but are struggling to take the first step. In therapy, you also gain understanding of the root cause of certain patterns and mindsets. Therapy can become the place of healing, growth, and change.
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Life can get complicated and there is no handbook on how to handle things like depression, anxiety, addiction and relationship problems. It is important to know two things: 1. you are not alone, 2. challenges are always opportunities to grow and change your life. You are probably here because it's time to "do something different." Let us help guide you through this journey!
Hi! I'm Vanessa. I'm a first-generation immigrant based in San Diego, CA. Originally from South East Asia, I've worked and lived in Singapore, Taiwan, and Buffalo, NY. Outside of the therapy room, you can usually find me cooking, playing softball, snuggling under a heated blanket, or playing fetch with my dog!
I love the storytelling of my clients. I believe our core relationships shape who we are in powerful ways. They influence how we see ourselves, the decisions we make, and the people we choose to keep close. We will sort through what matters most and focus on what feels realistic and helpful, together.
Hi! I'm Vanessa. I'm a first-generation immigrant based in San Diego, CA. Originally from South East Asia, I've worked and lived in Singapore, Taiwan, and Buffalo, NY. Outside of the therapy room, you can usually find me cooking, playing softball, snuggling under a heated blanket, or playing fetch with my dog!
I love the storytelling of my clients. I believe our core relationships shape who we are in powerful ways. They influence how we see ourselves, the decisions we make, and the people we choose to keep close. We will sort through what matters most and focus on what feels realistic and helpful, together.
We offer therapy for Pacific Mind Health patients who are also receiving care through our medication management program, providing a connected and supportive treatment experience. Aja Hernandez works with teens, adults, and women experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use concerns, relationship challenges, codependency, family conflict, infidelity, and life transitions. Her clients are seeking greater self-understanding, healthier relationships, emotional balance, and meaningful change in their lives.
We offer therapy for Pacific Mind Health patients who are also receiving care through our medication management program, providing a connected and supportive treatment experience. Aja Hernandez works with teens, adults, and women experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use concerns, relationship challenges, codependency, family conflict, infidelity, and life transitions. Her clients are seeking greater self-understanding, healthier relationships, emotional balance, and meaningful change in their lives.
My ideal clients are adults who feel like they're working twice as hard as everyone else just to stay on top of things — and still falling behind. They're caught in cycles of starting strong and losing steam, making commitments they can't follow through on, or getting stuck in their own heads when they just need to move. Some have an ADHD diagnosis. Some are starting to wonder if that's what's been going on all along.
They're not looking for someone to tell them to try harder. They've already tried harder. They want to understand what's actually happening — and build a way of operating that works for how their brain is wired, not a
My ideal clients are adults who feel like they're working twice as hard as everyone else just to stay on top of things — and still falling behind. They're caught in cycles of starting strong and losing steam, making commitments they can't follow through on, or getting stuck in their own heads when they just need to move. Some have an ADHD diagnosis. Some are starting to wonder if that's what's been going on all along.
They're not looking for someone to tell them to try harder. They've already tried harder. They want to understand what's actually happening — and build a way of operating that works for how their brain is wired, not a
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 opportunities for growth. You’re probably here because you feel it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this 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 opportunities for growth. You’re probably here because you feel it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey.
Hi, I’m Andrea Sartor, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with over 15 years of experience. Most importantly, I am someone who can help and support change during the toughest times in your life. I use humor and positive thinking to create a supportive environment where you can explore your authentic self. I have had the opportunity to work In the United Kingdom and in California as a therapist and I have worked with many different cultures and alternative lifestyles. It's not always easy to express our personal thoughts and emotions but I will commit to create an empathetic safe space for your inner world.
Hi, I’m Andrea Sartor, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with over 15 years of experience. Most importantly, I am someone who can help and support change during the toughest times in your life. I use humor and positive thinking to create a supportive environment where you can explore your authentic self. I have had the opportunity to work In the United Kingdom and in California as a therapist and I have worked with many different cultures and alternative lifestyles. It's not always easy to express our personal thoughts and emotions but I will commit to create an empathetic safe space for your inner world.
Hi there! My name is Abby. I work with individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected- from themselves or in relationships. I focus on creating a supportive environment to understand emotions, practice communication, and navigate life’s stressors (understandably there are a lot in this day and age). Together we can utilize the therapy space to slow down and further dive into reconnecting with your authentic self.
Hi there! My name is Abby. I work with individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected- from themselves or in relationships. I focus on creating a supportive environment to understand emotions, practice communication, and navigate life’s stressors (understandably there are a lot in this day and age). Together we can utilize the therapy space to slow down and further dive into reconnecting with your authentic self.
My ideal client is anyone who wants to make healthy changes in their life. The thing I love most about being a therapist is helping people change things in their lives that keep them from being the happiest, healthiest version of themselves that they can be. If they are willing to begin to take steps, I am thrilled to walk along side them and not give up until they reach their goals. I am happy to work with individual who have complex mental illness or who are simply working through change and transitions. I am comfortable working from a faith-based or a secular approach. I just want to help my clients function better.
My ideal client is anyone who wants to make healthy changes in their life. The thing I love most about being a therapist is helping people change things in their lives that keep them from being the happiest, healthiest version of themselves that they can be. If they are willing to begin to take steps, I am thrilled to walk along side them and not give up until they reach their goals. I am happy to work with individual who have complex mental illness or who are simply working through change and transitions. I am comfortable working from a faith-based or a secular approach. I just want to help my clients function better.
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 addictions, relationships, mood disorders, 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 ups and downs
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 addictions, relationships, mood disorders, 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 ups and downs
