Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) 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.
Life is challenging. The landscape of our life picture is a continual work in progress. Sometimes we lose control of brushes, paints or both. The way out becomes muddy or messy. I work with individuals, couples, teens and children adjusting to life changes. You are not your problem. My passion; helping you separate yourself from harmful effects of blame, guilt or shame resulting from difficult experiences. I work with adjustment issues including, grief/ loss, military families, career changes, pain management and emotional distress. Whether moving through small challenges, life transitions or a difficult traumatic experience, my mission; to help you "Create a Life You Love."
Life is challenging. The landscape of our life picture is a continual work in progress. Sometimes we lose control of brushes, paints or both. The way out becomes muddy or messy. I work with individuals, couples, teens and children adjusting to life changes. You are not your problem. My passion; helping you separate yourself from harmful effects of blame, guilt or shame resulting from difficult experiences. I work with adjustment issues including, grief/ loss, military families, career changes, pain management and emotional distress. Whether moving through small challenges, life transitions or a difficult traumatic experience, my mission; to help you "Create a Life You Love."
Are you or your child facing learning, social, behavioral, or mental health challenges? You’re not alone, and seeking support is a powerful first step. As a specialist in working with neurodiverse children, teens, and adult students, I help clients improve educational, social, behavioral, and vocational functioning. Together, we’ll identify your unique strengths and concerns, set meaningful goals, and create a personalized, strength-based, neuro-informed plan. Clients report a positive impact from my support.
Are you or your child facing learning, social, behavioral, or mental health challenges? You’re not alone, and seeking support is a powerful first step. As a specialist in working with neurodiverse children, teens, and adult students, I help clients improve educational, social, behavioral, and vocational functioning. Together, we’ll identify your unique strengths and concerns, set meaningful goals, and create a personalized, strength-based, neuro-informed plan. Clients report a positive impact from my support.
I have over 28 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families providing individual, couples and family therapy in both Philadelphia and San Diego. I managed a school based program in San Diego County for 15 years providing an array of mental health services to children and adolescents with severe emotional and behavior problems. I have also worked as a Medical Social Worker at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego for the past 23 years providing supportive counseling to children and their families during a medical and/or health crisis.
I have over 28 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families providing individual, couples and family therapy in both Philadelphia and San Diego. I managed a school based program in San Diego County for 15 years providing an array of mental health services to children and adolescents with severe emotional and behavior problems. I have also worked as a Medical Social Worker at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego for the past 23 years providing supportive counseling to children and their families during a medical and/or health crisis.
Past counseling positions with Naval Base San Diego, Fleet & Family Support Center and the Wounded Warrior detachment at Naval Medical Center Balboa have led me to study and appreciate working with persons that have a history of trauma, PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury.
You deserve to feel balanced and strong. You deserve a meaningful and full life. Stress, anxiety and trauma can manifest in our bodies in a variety of ways which can impact our ability to experience happiness and clarity. I have had the joy of working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, geriatric, insurance, crisis/first responder and military populations for 19 years. I integrate the perspective of resiliency and take a strength-based approach to inspire change. My genuine passion is working with military service members and their families as well as law enforcement and first responder populations.
Past counseling positions with Naval Base San Diego, Fleet & Family Support Center and the Wounded Warrior detachment at Naval Medical Center Balboa have led me to study and appreciate working with persons that have a history of trauma, PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury.
You deserve to feel balanced and strong. You deserve a meaningful and full life. Stress, anxiety and trauma can manifest in our bodies in a variety of ways which can impact our ability to experience happiness and clarity. I have had the joy of working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, geriatric, insurance, crisis/first responder and military populations for 19 years. I integrate the perspective of resiliency and take a strength-based approach to inspire change. My genuine passion is working with military service members and their families as well as law enforcement and first responder populations.
Our emotional health is so important. It affects how we navigate each day — from how we perform at work to how we interact with the people in our lives. Depression, anxiety, and PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) can be debilitating and keep us from experiencing healthy and fulfilling relationships. Trauma, abuse and self-injurious behavior, both in the past and going on today, also have a huge affect on how we function. And issues in our relationships can stop us from moving forward – whether it’s our marriage, with our children or family members or our friends. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am trained to help
Our emotional health is so important. It affects how we navigate each day — from how we perform at work to how we interact with the people in our lives. Depression, anxiety, and PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) can be debilitating and keep us from experiencing healthy and fulfilling relationships. Trauma, abuse and self-injurious behavior, both in the past and going on today, also have a huge affect on how we function. And issues in our relationships can stop us from moving forward – whether it’s our marriage, with our children or family members or our friends. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am trained to help
Working in the mental health field for the past twenty years I have experience working with all ages of clients and experiences. My focus in working with you as my client will be to make long lasting changes in your personal, social, and emotional parts of your life. I am passionate about the work I do and really enjoy helping my clients. I utilize a step by step process led by you the client to understand your life, needs, and thoughts, to help you identify ways to help enrich your life through behavioral and thought changes.
Working in the mental health field for the past twenty years I have experience working with all ages of clients and experiences. My focus in working with you as my client will be to make long lasting changes in your personal, social, and emotional parts of your life. I am passionate about the work I do and really enjoy helping my clients. I utilize a step by step process led by you the client to understand your life, needs, and thoughts, to help you identify ways to help enrich your life through behavioral and thought changes.
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with weight loss and weight management. I provide an alternative strategy to weight loss based on cognitive therapy that allows people to change their lives and their relationship with food, instead of just dieting. The ultimate goal is to prioritize your well-being and care for yourself. I offer Solution-Focused Therapy Weight Loss services for emotional eating and bingeing.
I specialize in working with individuals struggling with weight loss and weight management. I provide an alternative strategy to weight loss based on cognitive therapy that allows people to change their lives and their relationship with food, instead of just dieting. The ultimate goal is to prioritize your well-being and care for yourself. I offer Solution-Focused Therapy Weight Loss services for emotional eating and bingeing.
If you struggle with anxiety, you might know what it's like to look like you have it all together on the outside, while inside your mind won't slow down. You overthink, second guess yourself, and feel constantly on edge, even when everything seems. It may be hard to relax, speak up, or feel fully present in your relationships. I specialize in helping people move beyond just managing anxiety and start truly understanding it, so you feel more in control, grounded, and confident in daily life.
If you struggle with anxiety, you might know what it's like to look like you have it all together on the outside, while inside your mind won't slow down. You overthink, second guess yourself, and feel constantly on edge, even when everything seems. It may be hard to relax, speak up, or feel fully present in your relationships. I specialize in helping people move beyond just managing anxiety and start truly understanding it, so you feel more in control, grounded, and confident in daily life.
Dr. Silva is the Chief Behavior Health Officer for mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
Dr. Silva is the Chief Behavior Health Officer for mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Hi there, I'm Nadin! Welcome, glad you’re here! If life’s been feeling overwhelming or like you’re just stuck in the mud, you’re not alone. This is a safe space to help you navigate life with greater ease, regain a sense of control, reconnect with yourself and those around you, and feel more hopeful about what’s possible. You don’t have to do this alone—wherever you are in your journey, I’ll meet you there.
Hi there, I'm Nadin! Welcome, glad you’re here! If life’s been feeling overwhelming or like you’re just stuck in the mud, you’re not alone. This is a safe space to help you navigate life with greater ease, regain a sense of control, reconnect with yourself and those around you, and feel more hopeful about what’s possible. You don’t have to do this alone—wherever you are in your journey, I’ll meet you there.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Involved in a painful relationship? Do you want to decrease your suffering? We are here to help. The process of change can be painful, but it also offers opportunity for growth. If you are interested in making life changes, or are contemplating making changes in your life, then I invite you to contact us. At ADR Wellness we provide a nonjudgmental and safe environment. We offer research proven methods to help identify problems and create constructive solutions for difficult life issues.
Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Involved in a painful relationship? Do you want to decrease your suffering? We are here to help. The process of change can be painful, but it also offers opportunity for growth. If you are interested in making life changes, or are contemplating making changes in your life, then I invite you to contact us. At ADR Wellness we provide a nonjudgmental and safe environment. We offer research proven methods to help identify problems and create constructive solutions for difficult life issues.
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.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist providing neuropsychological evaluation, cognitive assessment, and therapy for individuals experiencing difficulties related to concussion, traumatic brain injury, stress, trauma, and complex neurological or psychological symptoms.
At Aether Brain Health, I work with individuals seeking clarity about cognitive or emotional changes affecting work, school, or relationships. Neuropsychological evaluation helps identify patterns of attention, memory, executive functioning, and emotional health to guide diagnosis, treatment planning, and meaningful support.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist providing neuropsychological evaluation, cognitive assessment, and therapy for individuals experiencing difficulties related to concussion, traumatic brain injury, stress, trauma, and complex neurological or psychological symptoms.
At Aether Brain Health, I work with individuals seeking clarity about cognitive or emotional changes affecting work, school, or relationships. Neuropsychological evaluation helps identify patterns of attention, memory, executive functioning, and emotional health to guide diagnosis, treatment planning, and meaningful support.
I'm a licensed clinical neuropsychologist. My professional background is with people rehabilitating from illness or injury, and with those facing declining health (as themselves or their caregivers) due to brain disease. Such conditions can affect individuals, as well as couples and families. Common goals include assessing or improving thinking skills and emotional resilience, while adapting to unexpected changes in physical/mental abilities. I work with you to clarify values and develop new cognitive and emotional skills that allow you to be resilient to injury, illness, stress, and discomfort.
I'm a licensed clinical neuropsychologist. My professional background is with people rehabilitating from illness or injury, and with those facing declining health (as themselves or their caregivers) due to brain disease. Such conditions can affect individuals, as well as couples and families. Common goals include assessing or improving thinking skills and emotional resilience, while adapting to unexpected changes in physical/mental abilities. I work with you to clarify values and develop new cognitive and emotional skills that allow you to be resilient to injury, illness, stress, and discomfort.
Sunshine Neuropsychology, Inc. is a professional corporation that serves individuals across the lifespan. We have offices in San Diego and Tracy, California, and are affiliated with Sutter Gould Medical Foundation.
The assessments we offer include, and are not limited to, Neuropsychological, Psychological, ADHD, Autism, Learning Disability, Intellectual Disability, Independent Educational, Gifted, Pre-Surgical, Chronic Pain and Political Asylum.
Our assessments are hybrid, employing both in-office and virtual elements.
Contact us today to see how we can best help you!
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Sunshine Neuropsychology, Inc. is a professional corporation that serves individuals across the lifespan. We have offices in San Diego and Tracy, California, and are affiliated with Sutter Gould Medical Foundation.
The assessments we offer include, and are not limited to, Neuropsychological, Psychological, ADHD, Autism, Learning Disability, Intellectual Disability, Independent Educational, Gifted, Pre-Surgical, Chronic Pain and Political Asylum.
Our assessments are hybrid, employing both in-office and virtual elements.
Contact us today to see how we can best help you!
Se habla español.
Polly is a well respected and compassionate licensed psychotherapist with 25+ years of experience specializing in PTSD, anxiety, chronic pain, TBI/post-concussion, trauma, and mood disorders.
Offering Statewide Telehealth in California and FL! Polly’s ideal clients are individuals struggling with the lingering effects of trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, or medical conditions like migraines, IBS, or fibromyalgia. They may feel stuck in patterns of stress, emotional reactivity, or fatigue despite prior efforts to heal. Their goal is to find genuine relief and reconnect with a sense of calm, clarity, and control. They want to understand how their body and mind interact, release stored pain and memories, and restore balance—physically, emotionally, and mentally—so they can live with greater ease, resilience, and fulfillment.
Polly is a well respected and compassionate licensed psychotherapist with 25+ years of experience specializing in PTSD, anxiety, chronic pain, TBI/post-concussion, trauma, and mood disorders.
Offering Statewide Telehealth in California and FL! Polly’s ideal clients are individuals struggling with the lingering effects of trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, or medical conditions like migraines, IBS, or fibromyalgia. They may feel stuck in patterns of stress, emotional reactivity, or fatigue despite prior efforts to heal. Their goal is to find genuine relief and reconnect with a sense of calm, clarity, and control. They want to understand how their body and mind interact, release stored pain and memories, and restore balance—physically, emotionally, and mentally—so they can live with greater ease, resilience, and fulfillment.
We specialize in assessments for dementia (e.g., Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Lewy Body, vascular), stroke, concussion / brain injury, or brain tumor, as well as ADHD, etc.
Beacon Neuropsychology is proud to offer adult neuropsychological evaluations and cognitive rehabilitation therapy, with both in-person and virtual options. We understand that many people are worried about their memory, attention, or other thinking abilities, or they may be concerned about a family member or loved one. We aim to provide hope and answers when our clients come to us for guidance in navigating challenging times in their lives, especially with regard to memory, attention, and other thinking skills. We can help you understand if you've had cognitive decline, the possible reasons, and what to do about it.
We specialize in assessments for dementia (e.g., Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Lewy Body, vascular), stroke, concussion / brain injury, or brain tumor, as well as ADHD, etc.
Beacon Neuropsychology is proud to offer adult neuropsychological evaluations and cognitive rehabilitation therapy, with both in-person and virtual options. We understand that many people are worried about their memory, attention, or other thinking abilities, or they may be concerned about a family member or loved one. We aim to provide hope and answers when our clients come to us for guidance in navigating challenging times in their lives, especially with regard to memory, attention, and other thinking skills. We can help you understand if you've had cognitive decline, the possible reasons, and what to do about it.
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Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Therapists
When should someone seek treatment for a traumatic brain injury?
People should seek a diagnosis and treatment after a head injury, especially if they were unconscious, and an early diagnosis can lead to a better recovery. Signs of a concussion include headaches, nausea or vomiting, exhaustion, dizziness, vision problems, sensitivity to light and sound, problems with attention and memory, brain fog, unusual irritability or sadness, and unusual sleep patterns.
What’s the most common treatment for a traumatic brain injury?
Treatment for a traumatic brain injury will be different depending on the severity of the problem. For mild injuries, treatment may involve rest and over-the-counter pain or headache medication. For moderate or severe injuries, treatment may involve stabilization, medication, and rehabilitative therapies such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, cognitive therapy, and counseling.
How long does it take to recover from traumatic brain injury?
The recovery time for a traumatic brain injury depends on the individual and the severity and nature of the injury; the length of time spent unconscious is often an indicator of severity. Recovery time for mild injuries may be a week or two while recovery time for more severe injuries may be six months to two years. Research suggests that the vast majority of recovery occurs in the first two years after an injury; recovery after that time frame is less certain.
What if a traumatic brain injury is left untreated?
If a traumatic brain injury is left untreated, it can lead to long-term physical and mental health problems. Physical problems may include dizziness, headaches, vision, healing, or speech loss, and an elevated risk of dementia. Psychological problems may include impairments of memory, judgment, and decision-making, depression, aggression, poor impulse control, and personality changes.


