MHNet Behavioral Health Therapists in Poway, CA

Kristian Tenove
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Are you content with the direction of the road you are currently on or do you think it is time to turn a corner? If you're ready to take steps towards healing and healthy living, I would be honored to partner with you on your journey. I believe that therapy can help people pivot from a state of feeling overwhelmed and powerless to a stance of hopefulness and empowerment. As we work together, I will help you attain your goals and build your self-confidence. I will support you in realizing your own potential, building on your strengths, identifying areas for growth, and taking tangible steps in the direction you wish to go.
Are you content with the direction of the road you are currently on or do you think it is time to turn a corner? If you're ready to take steps towards healing and healthy living, I would be honored to partner with you on your journey. I believe that therapy can help people pivot from a state of feeling overwhelmed and powerless to a stance of hopefulness and empowerment. As we work together, I will help you attain your goals and build your self-confidence. I will support you in realizing your own potential, building on your strengths, identifying areas for growth, and taking tangible steps in the direction you wish to go.
(424) 416-3366 View (424) 416-3366
Juliet Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hi, I'm Juliet Christensen, a Marriage & Family Therapist and Emergency Medical Technician. I use an integrated and skills-based approach to therapy, blending CBT, Solution-Focused, Strategic, and Narrative Therapy. My areas of focus include relationships, parenting, individuals, LGBTQ+ concerns, and navigating divorce or co-parenting challenges. I typically work with individuals, couples, and families dealing with relationship challenges, parenting struggles, divorce or co-parenting dynamics, and LGBTQ+ concerns.
Hi, I'm Juliet Christensen, a Marriage & Family Therapist and Emergency Medical Technician. I use an integrated and skills-based approach to therapy, blending CBT, Solution-Focused, Strategic, and Narrative Therapy. My areas of focus include relationships, parenting, individuals, LGBTQ+ concerns, and navigating divorce or co-parenting challenges. I typically work with individuals, couples, and families dealing with relationship challenges, parenting struggles, divorce or co-parenting dynamics, and LGBTQ+ concerns.
(747) 588-7148 View (747) 588-7148
Charlene Villegas-Tran
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I know reaching out for support can feel difficult, especially if you’ve been used to handling things on your own. I believe therapy offers a safe, supportive space to explore life’s challenges. Seeking help is a sign of strength, it’s a meaningful step toward healing and growth. Clients often seek my help with challenges like adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and compassion fatigue. I offer support for self-discovery, healing, and personal growth.
I know reaching out for support can feel difficult, especially if you’ve been used to handling things on your own. I believe therapy offers a safe, supportive space to explore life’s challenges. Seeking help is a sign of strength, it’s a meaningful step toward healing and growth. Clients often seek my help with challenges like adjustment issues, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and compassion fatigue. I offer support for self-discovery, healing, and personal growth.
(858) 808-1957 View (858) 808-1957
Richelle Rojas-Basuil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from San Diego, CA providing telehealth therapy services throughout California. I have years of experience primarily working with children and adolescents in a variety of settings (school, residential/group homes, crisis stabilization unit, in-home, and telehealth).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from San Diego, CA providing telehealth therapy services throughout California. I have years of experience primarily working with children and adolescents in a variety of settings (school, residential/group homes, crisis stabilization unit, in-home, and telehealth).
(341) 217-6620 View (341) 217-6620
Jenny Raz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Hello, I'm Jenny Raz, a licensed clinical social worker. I work with adults and teens struggling with a range of mental health topics from relationship issues, aging & end of life, grief, suicidal ideations, veteran issues, LGBTQ+ issues, and more. I am effective in utilizing CBT, psychodynamic approach, and person-centered therapeutic modalities. Therapy is a safe place to share, problem-solve and/or accept the present moment for what it is.
Hello, I'm Jenny Raz, a licensed clinical social worker. I work with adults and teens struggling with a range of mental health topics from relationship issues, aging & end of life, grief, suicidal ideations, veteran issues, LGBTQ+ issues, and more. I am effective in utilizing CBT, psychodynamic approach, and person-centered therapeutic modalities. Therapy is a safe place to share, problem-solve and/or accept the present moment for what it is.
(714) 617-7416 View (714) 617-7416
Noele Clayton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I am a client-centered therapist who borrows from various treatment modalities depending on the client's needs. I meet you where you are in your journey as you are the expert on your life. My specialty is with mood issues, the LGBTQ+ population, and trauma, but I have a lot of experience with many other issues as well. It would be lovely to meet you!
I am a client-centered therapist who borrows from various treatment modalities depending on the client's needs. I meet you where you are in your journey as you are the expert on your life. My specialty is with mood issues, the LGBTQ+ population, and trauma, but I have a lot of experience with many other issues as well. It would be lovely to meet you!
(559) 550-6687 View (559) 550-6687
Darlene Meza
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Poway, CA 92064
Welcome — my name is Darlene Meza (they/them), and I am a bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking therapist who is passionate about supporting individuals, couples, teens, and families through healing and growth. My first goal in working together is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and comfortable being fully yourself. Finding the right therapist is an important step, and I’m honored to join you on that journey. I have experience supporting clients through trauma, anxiety, identity exploration, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, and major life transitions.
Welcome — my name is Darlene Meza (they/them), and I am a bilingual English- and Spanish-speaking therapist who is passionate about supporting individuals, couples, teens, and families through healing and growth. My first goal in working together is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and comfortable being fully yourself. Finding the right therapist is an important step, and I’m honored to join you on that journey. I have experience supporting clients through trauma, anxiety, identity exploration, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, and major life transitions.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
Heart 2 Heart Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Serves Area
Heart 2 Heart Therapy offers compassionate, professional mental health services for individuals, couples, and families across San Diego County. We are proud to provide both in-person and tele-health therapy sessions, and we’re currently accepting new clients.
Heart 2 Heart Therapy offers compassionate, professional mental health services for individuals, couples, and families across San Diego County. We are proud to provide both in-person and tele-health therapy sessions, and we’re currently accepting new clients.
(619) 745-4244 View (619) 745-4244
Michael Bjornson
Psychologist, LCP
Online Only
Hello, my name is Dr. Michael Bjornson. Most of my clients simply refer to me as Dr. "B". I have been a licensed clinical psychologist for over 26 years, with active licenses in California, Utah, and Wyoming. I am honored that you are considering me to help you in whatever life challenges have led you to seek help. Whether this may be your first-time seeking help or not, I recognize starting therapy is a big decision requiring courage and trust in another human being, to be there for you in a professional, caring capacity, to facilitate and guide you through important and difficult concerns.
Hello, my name is Dr. Michael Bjornson. Most of my clients simply refer to me as Dr. "B". I have been a licensed clinical psychologist for over 26 years, with active licenses in California, Utah, and Wyoming. I am honored that you are considering me to help you in whatever life challenges have led you to seek help. Whether this may be your first-time seeking help or not, I recognize starting therapy is a big decision requiring courage and trust in another human being, to be there for you in a professional, caring capacity, to facilitate and guide you through important and difficult concerns.
(424) 396-5080 View (424) 396-5080
Angela Romero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
With all the therapists out there, choosing one can be overwhelming. Knowing how I conduct therapy and what values and beliefs fuel each session is essential. I believe that people are inherently capable of achieving their innermost desires and naturally want to evolve and heal. Sometimes, we face challenges that make us feel like things are impossible, but feelings don't constitute Truth. My job as your therapist is to guide you toward actualizing the inner strengths that you already have while teaching you new skills so you can live the best version of yourself.
With all the therapists out there, choosing one can be overwhelming. Knowing how I conduct therapy and what values and beliefs fuel each session is essential. I believe that people are inherently capable of achieving their innermost desires and naturally want to evolve and heal. Sometimes, we face challenges that make us feel like things are impossible, but feelings don't constitute Truth. My job as your therapist is to guide you toward actualizing the inner strengths that you already have while teaching you new skills so you can live the best version of yourself.
(310) 361-8071 View (310) 361-8071
Jessica Rivera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
The journey of healing the mind is rarely a one-way approach. Healing takes many directions, experiences, and approaches.
The journey of healing the mind is rarely a one-way approach. Healing takes many directions, experiences, and approaches.
(323) 676-7870 View (323) 676-7870
Alieshia Cardinal
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Life isn’t always easy, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. I am passionate about helping others become better version of themselves through the therapeutic process. I take a collaborative, trauma-informed approach to create a safe space for exploration and growth.
Life isn’t always easy, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. I am passionate about helping others become better version of themselves through the therapeutic process. I take a collaborative, trauma-informed approach to create a safe space for exploration and growth.
(760) 205-1407 View (760) 205-1407
Irma Espiritu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hello, my name is Irma Espíritu, and I am a Licensed Family Therapist. I have worked with military families (San Diego is a military city) and the LGBTQ community. I have a strong background in substance abuse counseling. I also have a background in faith counseling. I have always been the kind of person who wanted to make a difference in the world. I started out as wanting to become a journalist, then a teacher and finally a therapist. As a therapist I feel I can make a positive impact in peoples' lives.
Hello, my name is Irma Espíritu, and I am a Licensed Family Therapist. I have worked with military families (San Diego is a military city) and the LGBTQ community. I have a strong background in substance abuse counseling. I also have a background in faith counseling. I have always been the kind of person who wanted to make a difference in the world. I started out as wanting to become a journalist, then a teacher and finally a therapist. As a therapist I feel I can make a positive impact in peoples' lives.
(747) 966-4163 View (747) 966-4163
Charles Yin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Currently only accepting focused, short-term therapy clients - 12 sessions or less.​ Hi I'm Charles Yin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA. I live in San Diego, CA. Growing up in Minnesota, I struggled with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) (aka winter blues). This drove me to find better ways to cope with lack of energy, and feeling empty during the darker days of fall and winter. Two things helped me tremendously in weathering these emotional storms: Running track and cross-country in high school and college— and leaning into my growing faith in Christ.
Currently only accepting focused, short-term therapy clients - 12 sessions or less.​ Hi I'm Charles Yin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA. I live in San Diego, CA. Growing up in Minnesota, I struggled with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) (aka winter blues). This drove me to find better ways to cope with lack of energy, and feeling empty during the darker days of fall and winter. Two things helped me tremendously in weathering these emotional storms: Running track and cross-country in high school and college— and leaning into my growing faith in Christ.
(323) 948-9021 View (323) 948-9021
Kevin Belcastro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hello, I am Kevin Belcastro, LMFT and I look forward to helping you in your journey of mental health recovery. I believe in creating a safe space for individuals to engage in the work of exploring core issues that may be contributing to mental health instability. I function from a trauma-informed lens and believe that the client is the expert in their life. I believe that the root to healing is through positive supportive connections with a therapist that works with the client in identifying strengths and positive solutions to meet current problems.
Hello, I am Kevin Belcastro, LMFT and I look forward to helping you in your journey of mental health recovery. I believe in creating a safe space for individuals to engage in the work of exploring core issues that may be contributing to mental health instability. I function from a trauma-informed lens and believe that the client is the expert in their life. I believe that the root to healing is through positive supportive connections with a therapist that works with the client in identifying strengths and positive solutions to meet current problems.
(747) 588-6986 View (747) 588-6986
Retta Parker Stevenson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Online Only
Hi there, I'm Retta! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Registered Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) with over 15 years of experience. I provide telehealth services in the state of California and specialize in treating trauma, as well as issues relating to life transitions and late-diagnosed neurodivergence. I work with clients to regulate the nervous system, identify unhelpful behavioral and communication patterns, and develop skills to support overall well-being.
Hi there, I'm Retta! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Registered Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) with over 15 years of experience. I provide telehealth services in the state of California and specialize in treating trauma, as well as issues relating to life transitions and late-diagnosed neurodivergence. I work with clients to regulate the nervous system, identify unhelpful behavioral and communication patterns, and develop skills to support overall well-being.
(949) 603-0039 View (949) 603-0039
Daniella Galaviz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My name is Daniella Galaviz. I'm a LCSW in California. I have always been interested in a holistic approach to treatment. I have always wanted a role where I was able to help people. Throughout my journey, I learned about the power of talking and healing. My communication style allows me to create a comfortable environment. I want you to feel open to talk to me.
My name is Daniella Galaviz. I'm a LCSW in California. I have always been interested in a holistic approach to treatment. I have always wanted a role where I was able to help people. Throughout my journey, I learned about the power of talking and healing. My communication style allows me to create a comfortable environment. I want you to feel open to talk to me.
(747) 588-6584 View (747) 588-6584
Dr. Sarah Ray
Psychologist, PsyD, QME
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Now more than ever, it seems that so many of us are facing circumstances that make life stressful, confusing, and painful at times. The purpose of our work together is to help you live a healthier, happier, and more meaningful life. Whether you want to be a happier person, to have better relationships, or to simply understand yourself better, we can help you achieve this. We combine support, insight, and direction to help you have the skills to better manage your life and obtain greater peace and joy. There is no greater privilege than helping a person improve their life, and we appreciate the opportunity to help you!
Now more than ever, it seems that so many of us are facing circumstances that make life stressful, confusing, and painful at times. The purpose of our work together is to help you live a healthier, happier, and more meaningful life. Whether you want to be a happier person, to have better relationships, or to simply understand yourself better, we can help you achieve this. We combine support, insight, and direction to help you have the skills to better manage your life and obtain greater peace and joy. There is no greater privilege than helping a person improve their life, and we appreciate the opportunity to help you!
(619) 378-4402 View (619) 378-4402
Laura Sanders
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Online Only
I take a client-centered approach to work with all my clients, as each person is unique, and a specific treatment plan will accommodate healing. I have extensive experience with trauma, and I am EMDR-trained.
I take a client-centered approach to work with all my clients, as each person is unique, and a specific treatment plan will accommodate healing. I have extensive experience with trauma, and I am EMDR-trained.
(916) 587-8635 View (916) 587-8635
Sandra Milstein-Ostrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not yourself lately? Have you been this way for a while? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep pretending everything’s fine when it isn’t. Maybe you’re weighed down by worry, whether it’s about your relationships, lack of purpose, finances, body image, or sleep. You might find yourself comparing your life to others, wondering why they seem to have it all together while you’re struggling just to get through the day. If you’re tired of feeling tired, of carrying the weight alone, and feeling like you're stuck—it’s okay to ask for support. It's hard to go at it alone...you don't have to!
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not yourself lately? Have you been this way for a while? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep pretending everything’s fine when it isn’t. Maybe you’re weighed down by worry, whether it’s about your relationships, lack of purpose, finances, body image, or sleep. You might find yourself comparing your life to others, wondering why they seem to have it all together while you’re struggling just to get through the day. If you’re tired of feeling tired, of carrying the weight alone, and feeling like you're stuck—it’s okay to ask for support. It's hard to go at it alone...you don't have to!
(858) 251-6685 View (858) 251-6685

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