Kaiser Permanente (OON) Therapists in La Mesa, CA
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.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines holistic, humanistic, and compassionate, acceptance and commitment centered therapy approaches. My foundational training is grounded in holistic health mindfulness and somatic experiencing. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support, guide, empower you, and journey with you.
My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines holistic, humanistic, and compassionate, acceptance and commitment centered therapy approaches. My foundational training is grounded in holistic health mindfulness and somatic experiencing. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support, guide, empower you, and journey with you.
Life can feel overwhelming, and you don't have to navigate it alone. I work with young adults and adults facing anxiety, depression, relationship and family challenges, and life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and accepted. Together, we'll build on your strengths, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change using a personalized approach that fits your unique needs and goals.
Life can feel overwhelming, and you don't have to navigate it alone. I work with young adults and adults facing anxiety, depression, relationship and family challenges, and life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and accepted. Together, we'll build on your strengths, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change using a personalized approach that fits your unique needs and goals.
I work with Individuals and families to support them to improve relationships and mental health. I have 12 years experience .
I work with Individuals and families to support them to improve relationships and mental health. I have 12 years experience .
At Ebb & Flow Psychotherapy, we believe in supporting each person with compassion and care as they navigate life’s challenges. In our work together, I strive to create a space where you feel accepted, understood, and supported in a way that feels natural and authentic to you.
Using a holistic, client-centered, and strength-based approach, we’ll explore your experiences, connect the mind and body, and work toward greater balance, clarity, and meaningful, lasting change.
At Ebb & Flow Psychotherapy, we believe in supporting each person with compassion and care as they navigate life’s challenges. In our work together, I strive to create a space where you feel accepted, understood, and supported in a way that feels natural and authentic to you.
Using a holistic, client-centered, and strength-based approach, we’ll explore your experiences, connect the mind and body, and work toward greater balance, clarity, and meaningful, lasting change.
Hi, my name is Joni. I am a US Navy veteran and currently a military spouse. I
believe that meaningful change begins with truly being seen and understood. My goal is
to create a space where clients can show up as they are without judgment, pressure, or the need to have everything figured out.
Hi, my name is Joni. I am a US Navy veteran and currently a military spouse. I
believe that meaningful change begins with truly being seen and understood. My goal is
to create a space where clients can show up as they are without judgment, pressure, or the need to have everything figured out.
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.
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.
Maybe it started subtly — a restlessness you couldn't name, a dread that follows you into otherwise ordinary moments. Or perhaps you're in the thick of new parenthood, carrying emotions no one warned you about, quietly wondering if something is wrong with you. It isn't. You're someone who has been carrying a lot, often without enough support. I work with adults throughout California who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transition, and the emotional challenges that can arise during pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood.
Maybe it started subtly — a restlessness you couldn't name, a dread that follows you into otherwise ordinary moments. Or perhaps you're in the thick of new parenthood, carrying emotions no one warned you about, quietly wondering if something is wrong with you. It isn't. You're someone who has been carrying a lot, often without enough support. I work with adults throughout California who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transition, and the emotional challenges that can arise during pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood.
It's great that you are taking an important step to reach out for support. Over the years of working with clients I have learned that many people experience hardship, stress, conflict, and/or pain during their lifetime that they find difficult to navigate on their own. Reaching out for support is a healthy and positive step! Every person's story is unique and I value getting to know each client individually so that I can provide tailored and meaningful therapy. It would be an honor to partner with you on your journey! Please note that I have moved to an all telehealth practice using a secure video platform.
It's great that you are taking an important step to reach out for support. Over the years of working with clients I have learned that many people experience hardship, stress, conflict, and/or pain during their lifetime that they find difficult to navigate on their own. Reaching out for support is a healthy and positive step! Every person's story is unique and I value getting to know each client individually so that I can provide tailored and meaningful therapy. It would be an honor to partner with you on your journey! Please note that I have moved to an all telehealth practice using a secure video platform.
Does your self esteem need a boost? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you have a teen struggling with their mood, which may be affecting their learning or relationships? You may need some support for yourself, your primary relationship, or your family. Everyone needs a little extra help sometimes. There is joy in the solving and you are already on your way.
Does your self esteem need a boost? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you have a teen struggling with their mood, which may be affecting their learning or relationships? You may need some support for yourself, your primary relationship, or your family. Everyone needs a little extra help sometimes. There is joy in the solving and you are already on your way.
Therapy is a journey, and as your therapist, I step into the role of your journeyman—walking alongside you as we navigate the path together. We’ll take time to explore your life experiences and the challenges that brought you here, working in a way that honors your unique perspective and language. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative space free from judgment or bias, where you can feel supported and truly understood. As your journeyman, I’m here to help you develop the skills and tools you need to manage life’s stressors in healthier, more fulfilling ways. Together, we’ll move toward clarity, growth, and balance.
Therapy is a journey, and as your therapist, I step into the role of your journeyman—walking alongside you as we navigate the path together. We’ll take time to explore your life experiences and the challenges that brought you here, working in a way that honors your unique perspective and language. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative space free from judgment or bias, where you can feel supported and truly understood. As your journeyman, I’m here to help you develop the skills and tools you need to manage life’s stressors in healthier, more fulfilling ways. Together, we’ll move toward clarity, growth, and balance.
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.
I am in-network for Anthem Blue Cross of California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Kaiser NorCal, and Cigna, but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients.
Life can seem overwhelming at times, and sometimes we just need a little help moving forward. If you are feeling hopeless, anxious, or do not know where to turn, let me help. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who utilizes your own strengths to help you move towards the space you envision for yourself. I utilize a combination of CBT, DBT, and Solution Focused Therapies to help you reach your goals. I have worked with a broad range of issues and diagnosis and feel confident that I can help you. I am currently offering teletherapy through a secure HIPPA compliant platform.
I am in-network for Anthem Blue Cross of California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Kaiser NorCal, and Cigna, but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients.
Life can seem overwhelming at times, and sometimes we just need a little help moving forward. If you are feeling hopeless, anxious, or do not know where to turn, let me help. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who utilizes your own strengths to help you move towards the space you envision for yourself. I utilize a combination of CBT, DBT, and Solution Focused Therapies to help you reach your goals. I have worked with a broad range of issues and diagnosis and feel confident that I can help you. I am currently offering teletherapy through a secure HIPPA compliant platform.
De'Ondra Young is a dedicated Psychological Associate and Doctoral-level Candidate who provides both therapeutic support and neuropsychological assessment. She is passionate about creating a safe, affirming, and empowering space for adolescents, LGBTQIA+ individuals, BIPOC communities, and those navigating the impact of intergenerational trauma. De'Ondra believes that healing involves honoring the whole person, their history, identity, and unique strengths in a collaborative and respectful process.
De'Ondra Young is a dedicated Psychological Associate and Doctoral-level Candidate who provides both therapeutic support and neuropsychological assessment. She is passionate about creating a safe, affirming, and empowering space for adolescents, LGBTQIA+ individuals, BIPOC communities, and those navigating the impact of intergenerational trauma. De'Ondra believes that healing involves honoring the whole person, their history, identity, and unique strengths in a collaborative and respectful process.
When anxiety, stress, insomnia, or big life changes start to wear you down, it can feel like you’re doing everything you can just to get through the day. You deserve a place where you can exhale. Over the past 15 years, working in residential, crisis, outpatient, and medical settings, and serving as a clinical director and supervisor, I’ve seen how powerful it is when someone finally feels understood. I offer evidence‑based, compassionate therapy, including anxiety treatment, stress management, and CBT‑I for sleep, to help you feel steadier, supported, and genuinely hopeful again.
When anxiety, stress, insomnia, or big life changes start to wear you down, it can feel like you’re doing everything you can just to get through the day. You deserve a place where you can exhale. Over the past 15 years, working in residential, crisis, outpatient, and medical settings, and serving as a clinical director and supervisor, I’ve seen how powerful it is when someone finally feels understood. I offer evidence‑based, compassionate therapy, including anxiety treatment, stress management, and CBT‑I for sleep, to help you feel steadier, supported, and genuinely hopeful again.
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Are you struggling with anxiety, burnout, stress and/or grief? If you find yourself worrying, not having time for the things you enjoy or struggling to find ways to relax, you’re not alone. Many of us experience daily stress and learn to brush it off so we can prioritize other things. My therapeutic approach offers a lens towards understanding how stress shows up, emotionally, physically and mentally. I help people better understand their signs of burn out when our mental health goes unmanaged. You can expect to improve your sense of self in our work together using tools for self reflection.
Are you struggling with anxiety, burnout, stress and/or grief? If you find yourself worrying, not having time for the things you enjoy or struggling to find ways to relax, you’re not alone. Many of us experience daily stress and learn to brush it off so we can prioritize other things. My therapeutic approach offers a lens towards understanding how stress shows up, emotionally, physically and mentally. I help people better understand their signs of burn out when our mental health goes unmanaged. You can expect to improve your sense of self in our work together using tools for self reflection.
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. Kristin Andersson is an associate marriage and family therapist who specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and culturally responsive care. Kristen views her role as someone to walk alongside her patients as they reconnect with a sense of clarity and strength.
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. Kristin Andersson is an associate marriage and family therapist who specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and culturally responsive care. Kristen views her role as someone to walk alongside her patients as they reconnect with a sense of clarity and strength.
Chauncey Chatman. Marriage & Family Therapist License LMFT45560. I have over 10 years of experience providing therapy services to adolescents, couples, families and adults. My approach is a combination of collaborative talk therapy with a strong emphasis on mindfulness practices that foster self-awareness and behavior modification that result in more positive outcomes. My approach: My approach also includes active use of the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused therapy. I currently work with individual adult clients.
Chauncey Chatman. Marriage & Family Therapist License LMFT45560. I have over 10 years of experience providing therapy services to adolescents, couples, families and adults. My approach is a combination of collaborative talk therapy with a strong emphasis on mindfulness practices that foster self-awareness and behavior modification that result in more positive outcomes. My approach: My approach also includes active use of the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused therapy. I currently work with individual adult clients.
Welcome! I’m Robert Plavajka, a licensed marriage and family therapist dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages—children, adolescents, and adults—who are navigating the complexities of family trauma, anxiety, depression, and the search for purpose in life. In my practice, I employ a person-centered approach, which means I prioritize understanding your unique world, values, and the challenges you face. Our initial sessions will focus on getting to know you, exploring your current concerns, and ensuring you feel comfortable and heard. I believe that establishing a strong therapeutic relationship is key to fostering healing.
Welcome! I’m Robert Plavajka, a licensed marriage and family therapist dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages—children, adolescents, and adults—who are navigating the complexities of family trauma, anxiety, depression, and the search for purpose in life. In my practice, I employ a person-centered approach, which means I prioritize understanding your unique world, values, and the challenges you face. Our initial sessions will focus on getting to know you, exploring your current concerns, and ensuring you feel comfortable and heard. I believe that establishing a strong therapeutic relationship is key to fostering healing.
I also see clients on my private practice as I accept many different insurances, including Blue Shield and Kaiser, Norcal and SoCal.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist (PsyD) with extensive experience working in residential treatment, sober living, and private practice settings since 2010. My career began as an intern in an eating disorder residential program, later expanding into adolescent dual-diagnosis treatment. Alongside completing my doctorate in clinical psychology, I launched my private practice, where I continue to work with clients through Telehealth. Currently, I also work in a sober living facility, supporting adults facing addiction and co-occurring mental health challenges.
I also see clients on my private practice as I accept many different insurances, including Blue Shield and Kaiser, Norcal and SoCal.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist (PsyD) with extensive experience working in residential treatment, sober living, and private practice settings since 2010. My career began as an intern in an eating disorder residential program, later expanding into adolescent dual-diagnosis treatment. Alongside completing my doctorate in clinical psychology, I launched my private practice, where I continue to work with clients through Telehealth. Currently, I also work in a sober living facility, supporting adults facing addiction and co-occurring mental health challenges.
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