Military OneSource 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.
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.
Silva Family Therapy,
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, APCC, AMFT
1 Endorsed
La Mesa, CA 91942
SFTi is all about helping others find their potential. Uncertainty might not have ever felt so strong but these last few years has created so much self doubt, instability, mistrust, and chaos. Sadly, for many this is what their whole life has felt like. When dealing with trauma, addiction, Identity, or abuse this is your life. Who can I trust? Where will I go? What can I do? SFTi staffs experienced trauma informed therapists specializing in EMDR, Addiction, LGBTQIA, Body Positive, Domestic Violence, and PTSD.
SFTi is all about helping others find their potential. Uncertainty might not have ever felt so strong but these last few years has created so much self doubt, instability, mistrust, and chaos. Sadly, for many this is what their whole life has felt like. When dealing with trauma, addiction, Identity, or abuse this is your life. Who can I trust? Where will I go? What can I do? SFTi staffs experienced trauma informed therapists specializing in EMDR, Addiction, LGBTQIA, Body Positive, Domestic Violence, and PTSD.
Life can feel overwhelming, and my ideal client is someone who’s ready to start but unsure how. Whether an individual facing anxiety, a couple struggling with connection, or a family navigating transitions, they seek clarity, support, and a deeper understanding of themselves and others. Their goal is to build meaningful relationships, strengthen resilience, and align with their values to create a fulfilling life. No matter where they are in their journey, I help them take the next step.
Life can feel overwhelming, and my ideal client is someone who’s ready to start but unsure how. Whether an individual facing anxiety, a couple struggling with connection, or a family navigating transitions, they seek clarity, support, and a deeper understanding of themselves and others. Their goal is to build meaningful relationships, strengthen resilience, and align with their values to create a fulfilling life. No matter where they are in their journey, I help them take the next step.
Our clinical focus is on growth and healing, rather than mental illness. Together, we can flush those issues, and create a free flowing, healthier lifestyle for you, your family, and/or your marriage. Our clinical approaches are diverse, consisting of: medication management, psychotherapy, psychometrics, and psychological testing.
Our clinical focus is on growth and healing, rather than mental illness. Together, we can flush those issues, and create a free flowing, healthier lifestyle for you, your family, and/or your marriage. Our clinical approaches are diverse, consisting of: medication management, psychotherapy, psychometrics, and psychological testing.
Certified Gestalt Play Therapist - Child, Couple, and Individual Therapist. Growing up within a traditional Mexican immigrant family and being a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I have experience with how traditional and contemporary cultural norms can clash and wrongfully lead us to believe that we are the problem. I hold the firm belief that people are not their problems and instead have relationships with the problems that cause chaos in their lives. I believe people are always responding in some way to their problems. We can work together to highlight the moments that the problem would like you to forget about.
Certified Gestalt Play Therapist - Child, Couple, and Individual Therapist. Growing up within a traditional Mexican immigrant family and being a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I have experience with how traditional and contemporary cultural norms can clash and wrongfully lead us to believe that we are the problem. I hold the firm belief that people are not their problems and instead have relationships with the problems that cause chaos in their lives. I believe people are always responding in some way to their problems. We can work together to highlight the moments that the problem would like you to forget about.
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My name is Silvia Aguayo, I am a Bilingual, bi-cultural therapist, serving the community for the past 33 years, providing services to children, adults, couples and families. I specialize in trauma, depression and anxiety- issues related to phobias, intrusive thoughts and images, post traumatic stress disorder, suicide, homicide, kidnappings, sexual abuse, domestic violence. I use a variety of treatment modalities based on my clients needs, some of these are: CBT, DBT.,EMDR, Hypnosis, KAP, Solution Focused, NLP.
An in depth explanation about each modality can be found in my website.
My name is Silvia Aguayo, I am a Bilingual, bi-cultural therapist, serving the community for the past 33 years, providing services to children, adults, couples and families. I specialize in trauma, depression and anxiety- issues related to phobias, intrusive thoughts and images, post traumatic stress disorder, suicide, homicide, kidnappings, sexual abuse, domestic violence. I use a variety of treatment modalities based on my clients needs, some of these are: CBT, DBT.,EMDR, Hypnosis, KAP, Solution Focused, NLP.
An in depth explanation about each modality can be found in my website.
You don’t need to know exactly what you’re struggling with before starting therapy, only that something feels difficult to carry alone. I provide a grounded, compassionate space where we can begin making sense of your experiences together. Therapy can be a place to slow down, reflect, and better understand the patterns, emotions, and relationships shaping your life. Whether you are returning to therapy or starting for the first time, our work will focus on understanding your experiences beyond symptom labels.
You don’t need to know exactly what you’re struggling with before starting therapy, only that something feels difficult to carry alone. I provide a grounded, compassionate space where we can begin making sense of your experiences together. Therapy can be a place to slow down, reflect, and better understand the patterns, emotions, and relationships shaping your life. Whether you are returning to therapy or starting for the first time, our work will focus on understanding your experiences beyond symptom labels.
My ideal client is anyone—from any background—who feels stuck under the weight of depression, anxiety, or past trauma. People who struggle to connect with their true potential and need a safe, non-judgmental space to heal.
Specifically, I am an expert in helping individuals who have faced overwhelming challenges, such as veterans and service members struggling with the transition to civilian life, moral injury, or combat-related trauma.
I draw upon my own experience as a Marine Corps infantry veteran to create a space of deep understanding and trust.
My ideal client is anyone—from any background—who feels stuck under the weight of depression, anxiety, or past trauma. People who struggle to connect with their true potential and need a safe, non-judgmental space to heal.
Specifically, I am an expert in helping individuals who have faced overwhelming challenges, such as veterans and service members struggling with the transition to civilian life, moral injury, or combat-related trauma.
I draw upon my own experience as a Marine Corps infantry veteran to create a space of deep understanding and trust.
Many of my clients don’t feel “broken”—just overwhelmed. Anxiety, stress, burnout, racing thoughts, people-pleasing, and communication struggles can make everyday life feel heavy. I work with adults, teens, and LGBTQ+ individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and family issues. I meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity and confidence. If you’re ready to feel lighter and supported, I’m here. Let’s talk.
Many of my clients don’t feel “broken”—just overwhelmed. Anxiety, stress, burnout, racing thoughts, people-pleasing, and communication struggles can make everyday life feel heavy. I work with adults, teens, and LGBTQ+ individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and family issues. I meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity and confidence. If you’re ready to feel lighter and supported, I’m here. Let’s talk.
Susan Lauing is an associate clinical social worker who specializes in a wide range of mental health, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, patient-centered, and grounded in empathy. Susan prioritizes building a safe, trusting relationship, where patients feel seen, heard, respected, and empowered to share their experiences at their own pace. Her goal is to create a supportive, empowering space, where patients can build practical coping skills, increase self-awareness, and gain confidence to navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change.
Susan Lauing is an associate clinical social worker who specializes in a wide range of mental health, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, patient-centered, and grounded in empathy. Susan prioritizes building a safe, trusting relationship, where patients feel seen, heard, respected, and empowered to share their experiences at their own pace. Her goal is to create a supportive, empowering space, where patients can build practical coping skills, increase self-awareness, and gain confidence to navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change.
Relationships shouldn’t feel like a constant battle. If you’re feeling tense, disconnected, or stuck in a loop of the same painful arguments, it is possible to break free. I specialize in helping couples and individuals identify the underlying patterns that keep them distant. Together, we will work to express your needs with clarity, rebuild trust, and transform conflict into an opportunity for genuine growth. By focusing on the emotional bonds that matter most to you, we can turn communication into a tool for understanding instead of a source of stress. Let's strengthen your connections and start the path toward lasting change.
Relationships shouldn’t feel like a constant battle. If you’re feeling tense, disconnected, or stuck in a loop of the same painful arguments, it is possible to break free. I specialize in helping couples and individuals identify the underlying patterns that keep them distant. Together, we will work to express your needs with clarity, rebuild trust, and transform conflict into an opportunity for genuine growth. By focusing on the emotional bonds that matter most to you, we can turn communication into a tool for understanding instead of a source of stress. Let's strengthen your connections and start the path toward lasting change.
Hello and welcome. If you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, therapy can help. I work with individuals, couples, families, and teens navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and substance use. Together, we'll work toward stronger relationships, healthier boundaries, greater confidence, reduced self-criticism, improved communication, and a deeper sense of connection to yourself and the people who matter most.
Hello and welcome. If you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, therapy can help. I work with individuals, couples, families, and teens navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and substance use. Together, we'll work toward stronger relationships, healthier boundaries, greater confidence, reduced self-criticism, improved communication, and a deeper sense of connection to yourself and the people who matter most.
Feeling disconnected in your relationship or stuck in patterns that leave you feeling not good enough? If trauma, anxiety, or conflict are affecting your life or relationship, you’re not alone—and it can change.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a PhD and 27+ years of experience, specializing in trauma, PTSD, and couples therapy. I help individuals and couples understand and break patterns that lead to emotional overwhelm, disconnection, and self-doubt.
Feeling disconnected in your relationship or stuck in patterns that leave you feeling not good enough? If trauma, anxiety, or conflict are affecting your life or relationship, you’re not alone—and it can change.
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a PhD and 27+ years of experience, specializing in trauma, PTSD, and couples therapy. I help individuals and couples understand and break patterns that lead to emotional overwhelm, disconnection, and self-doubt.
I have worked in mental health for over 30 years, in a wide variety of professional settings. My professional training has been extensive, and includes degrees from Harvard University and the California School of Professional Psychology, as well as post-doctoral studies at the San Diego Psychoanalytic Center and Columbia University. I'm an adjunct faculty member at the Naval Medical Center Psychiatry Residency Program, and have also taught at several colleges as an adjunct faculty member.
I have worked in mental health for over 30 years, in a wide variety of professional settings. My professional training has been extensive, and includes degrees from Harvard University and the California School of Professional Psychology, as well as post-doctoral studies at the San Diego Psychoanalytic Center and Columbia University. I'm an adjunct faculty member at the Naval Medical Center Psychiatry Residency Program, and have also taught at several colleges as an adjunct faculty member.
Do you have anxiety or even panic daily? Are your compulsions becoming difficult to manage? Is your anger out of control? Is your sadness too much to bear? Cost is not always measured in dollars and cents, it is spent emotions or wasted energy or lost time; maybe it is time for help!
Do you have anxiety or even panic daily? Are your compulsions becoming difficult to manage? Is your anger out of control? Is your sadness too much to bear? Cost is not always measured in dollars and cents, it is spent emotions or wasted energy or lost time; maybe it is time for help!
I provide talking therapy for folks with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns and other presenting problems. I'm a licensed Clinical Psychologist, trained in psychotherapy with adults, families, and children. I have great experience working with adjustment problems for civilians and military personnel. The foundation of my training comes from Analytic thinking and practice, holding an optimistic view of personality development.
I'm also trained in behavioral approaches, like Cognitive Behavioral & Processing Therapies, allowing for outcome-based goals.
I provide talking therapy for folks with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns and other presenting problems. I'm a licensed Clinical Psychologist, trained in psychotherapy with adults, families, and children. I have great experience working with adjustment problems for civilians and military personnel. The foundation of my training comes from Analytic thinking and practice, holding an optimistic view of personality development.
I'm also trained in behavioral approaches, like Cognitive Behavioral & Processing Therapies, allowing for outcome-based goals.
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. Vanessa Fernandez is an associate clinical social worker who works with adults and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, behavioral challenges, women’s health concerns, gender-related issues, and life transitions. She is passionate about providing culturally responsive care and helping clients feel seen, understood, and supported as they work toward healing, resilience, and personal growth.
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. Vanessa Fernandez is an associate clinical social worker who works with adults and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, behavioral challenges, women’s health concerns, gender-related issues, and life transitions. She is passionate about providing culturally responsive care and helping clients feel seen, understood, and supported as they work toward healing, resilience, and personal growth.
If you’re searching for therapy in California for anxiety, relationship challenges, or cultural and family stress, you may already feel overwhelmed or stuck. My ideal clients are high-functioning individuals who struggle internally with overthinking, people-pleasing, attachment patterns, and boundaries. Through online therapy in California, I help you understand these patterns and build healthier, more secure relationships.
If you’re searching for therapy in California for anxiety, relationship challenges, or cultural and family stress, you may already feel overwhelmed or stuck. My ideal clients are high-functioning individuals who struggle internally with overthinking, people-pleasing, attachment patterns, and boundaries. Through online therapy in California, I help you understand these patterns and build healthier, more secure relationships.
You've built a life that appears good on paper. The career, the responsibilities, maybe even the relationship. But underneath it all, something still feels off. It's time.
Maybe it's the stress you can't put down. The relationship patterns that keep repeating. The overthinking that follows you into quiet moments. You're holding it together on the outside, but you know that's not the same as feeling good.
If you're tired of managing and ready to understand what's driving these patterns, let's work together. I offer therapy in English and Spanish for adults seeking meaningful change.
You've built a life that appears good on paper. The career, the responsibilities, maybe even the relationship. But underneath it all, something still feels off. It's time.
Maybe it's the stress you can't put down. The relationship patterns that keep repeating. The overthinking that follows you into quiet moments. You're holding it together on the outside, but you know that's not the same as feeling good.
If you're tired of managing and ready to understand what's driving these patterns, let's work together. I offer therapy in English and Spanish for adults seeking meaningful change.
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