Prolonged Exposure Therapy in Poway, CA

Anat Mor Betzalel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Poway, CA 92064
Hi, I’m Anat, and I’m glad you’re here! If you’re struggling with anxiety, racing thoughts or the urge to cancel plans before social interactions, you’re not alone! Many people fear negative evaluation or worry about having a heart attack in social situations. Also, past trauma can bring up feelings of shame, guilt, sleep challenges and difficulty in relationships.These struggles can feel isolating and shameful at times, but together, we can work through them. I also provide couples counseling. You deserve to feel supported understood and loved.Let’s take this journey toward healing together, I’ll be with you every step of the way.
Hi, I’m Anat, and I’m glad you’re here! If you’re struggling with anxiety, racing thoughts or the urge to cancel plans before social interactions, you’re not alone! Many people fear negative evaluation or worry about having a heart attack in social situations. Also, past trauma can bring up feelings of shame, guilt, sleep challenges and difficulty in relationships.These struggles can feel isolating and shameful at times, but together, we can work through them. I also provide couples counseling. You deserve to feel supported understood and loved.Let’s take this journey toward healing together, I’ll be with you every step of the way.
(858) 215-2234 View (858) 215-2234
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
V. John Nguyen
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when stress doesn’t let up. While everyone has ways of coping, ongoing stress can start to affect both your mental and physical health. If you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, or chronic pain, therapy can help you feel more balanced, build healthier coping skills, and regain a sense of control.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when stress doesn’t let up. While everyone has ways of coping, ongoing stress can start to affect both your mental and physical health. If you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, or chronic pain, therapy can help you feel more balanced, build healthier coping skills, and regain a sense of control.
(858) 422-1563 View (858) 422-1563
Positive Change Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, PsyD, LCSW, LPCC
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
We look forward to working with you to reach your goals in therapy. Our compassionate therapists are trained in solution-focused, evidence-based practices to help you meet your goals. Whether you would like to attend therapy on your own, with your partner or spouse, as a family, or have your child participate, our therapists are ready to support you. You can be rest assured you are entering a non-judgmental and discrete environment when you walk through our door. Call us today to begin making positive changes in your life.
We look forward to working with you to reach your goals in therapy. Our compassionate therapists are trained in solution-focused, evidence-based practices to help you meet your goals. Whether you would like to attend therapy on your own, with your partner or spouse, as a family, or have your child participate, our therapists are ready to support you. You can be rest assured you are entering a non-judgmental and discrete environment when you walk through our door. Call us today to begin making positive changes in your life.
(619) 733-6414 View (619) 733-6414
Dr. Chris Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, C-DBT
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Hello, and firstly, kudos to you for taking the first steps (or more if returning to therapy) on reaching out for support! Whether it is part of your self-journey, or to connect with your family, partner, or spouse, it takes courage, vulnerability, and commitment to ask for help. This is especially true within the chaos of our lives and the social pressures to put on the multiple hats (Parent, Partner, Child, etc.) that we wear. Therapy for me is about caring for the human facing me, and offering the space where we can collaborate together to find your lost stories, while respecting each persons authentic experience of life.
Hello, and firstly, kudos to you for taking the first steps (or more if returning to therapy) on reaching out for support! Whether it is part of your self-journey, or to connect with your family, partner, or spouse, it takes courage, vulnerability, and commitment to ask for help. This is especially true within the chaos of our lives and the social pressures to put on the multiple hats (Parent, Partner, Child, etc.) that we wear. Therapy for me is about caring for the human facing me, and offering the space where we can collaborate together to find your lost stories, while respecting each persons authentic experience of life.
(858) 330-4517 View (858) 330-4517

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Zoe Harrison
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
San Diego, CA 92108
You may be feeling the weight of life's pressures-whether it's mental health challenges, relationship struggles, or a sense of being "stuck." If you are here, you know growth is not always easy, but you are willing to step outside your comfort zone and challenge yourself to break free from old patterns. Sometimes, all we need is a place where we can just be ourselves-no judgment. If you're ready to explore some creative, hands-on approaches, we can dive into activities and tools that really resonate with you. Together, we'll focus on building resilience and uncovering what an authentic, fulfilling life truly looks like for you.
You may be feeling the weight of life's pressures-whether it's mental health challenges, relationship struggles, or a sense of being "stuck." If you are here, you know growth is not always easy, but you are willing to step outside your comfort zone and challenge yourself to break free from old patterns. Sometimes, all we need is a place where we can just be ourselves-no judgment. If you're ready to explore some creative, hands-on approaches, we can dive into activities and tools that really resonate with you. Together, we'll focus on building resilience and uncovering what an authentic, fulfilling life truly looks like for you.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
Military Anxiety & Trauma Therapy | Laura Magno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Hi, I'm Laura. I work with adults coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions & relational challenges. Most of my clients are active duty military & their families. I also see civilians, emergency responders, & clients who work in high-stress/ crisis settings.
Hi, I'm Laura. I work with adults coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions & relational challenges. Most of my clients are active duty military & their families. I also see civilians, emergency responders, & clients who work in high-stress/ crisis settings.
(619) 815-5682 View (619) 815-5682
Susan Chudy, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
She/Her/Hers. Update: 4/8/2026; Accepting new clients with availability in 2-3 weeks. If you're seeking acceptance, understanding, and a space to focus on you, we may be a great fit! I believe in building a strong, collaborative alliance with my clients and setting clear, meaningful goals together. With 20 years of experience treating OCD, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and related conditions, I provide evidence-based treatment tailored to your unique needs. I'm passionate about helping individuals regain control over their lives through a compassionate, goal-oriented approach.
She/Her/Hers. Update: 4/8/2026; Accepting new clients with availability in 2-3 weeks. If you're seeking acceptance, understanding, and a space to focus on you, we may be a great fit! I believe in building a strong, collaborative alliance with my clients and setting clear, meaningful goals together. With 20 years of experience treating OCD, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and related conditions, I provide evidence-based treatment tailored to your unique needs. I'm passionate about helping individuals regain control over their lives through a compassionate, goal-oriented approach.
(619) 391-2854 View (619) 391-2854
Christopher Law
Psychologist, LCP
Online Only
I’m a licensed clinical psychologist with experience in both forensic and community settings. I’ve worked with individuals facing complex presentations, including trauma and a range of mental health challenges. Through this work, I’ve learned that everyone deserves a space where they feel safe to be themselves, heard, and truly understood.
I’m a licensed clinical psychologist with experience in both forensic and community settings. I’ve worked with individuals facing complex presentations, including trauma and a range of mental health challenges. Through this work, I’ve learned that everyone deserves a space where they feel safe to be themselves, heard, and truly understood.
(760) 615-3623 View (760) 615-3623
Damian Robledo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I often jump in and challenge the client when appropriate. I actively teach new skills and tools to the client, as my style is more of a coach and motivator.
I often jump in and challenge the client when appropriate. I actively teach new skills and tools to the client, as my style is more of a coach and motivator.
(424) 500-0871 View (424) 500-0871
The Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic at VVSD
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Oceanside, CA 92056
The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at VVSD provides confidential, high-quality therapy, and local referral support services to: post-9/11 veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserves, and their family members, including spouse or partner, children, parents, siblings, caregivers and others. Care is available regardless of discharge status, role while in uniform, or combat experience. Insurance or ability to pay will never be a barrier to care. TRICARE referral needed for active duty service members seeking individual therapy.
The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at VVSD provides confidential, high-quality therapy, and local referral support services to: post-9/11 veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserves, and their family members, including spouse or partner, children, parents, siblings, caregivers and others. Care is available regardless of discharge status, role while in uniform, or combat experience. Insurance or ability to pay will never be a barrier to care. TRICARE referral needed for active duty service members seeking individual therapy.
(760) 253-1538 View (760) 253-1538
Erin Overstreet
Psychologist, PsyD
11 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92009
I also am trained in Prolonged Exposure Therapy for those diagnosed with PTSD.
Are you looking for single session therapy, brief therapy, or a long-term therapist? I'm flexible in my approach and understand that long-term therapy isn't of interest for everyone. My specialties include addictions/substance abuse, trauma, anxieties, infertility, depression and relationship difficulties with adults and adolescents (13yrs+). I also have extensive experience working with the LGBTQI+ community and those questioning their gender. Please visit my website to learn more about me! If you yourself are a therapist looking to talk to someone, I'd love to chat...we need support just like everyone else :)
I also am trained in Prolonged Exposure Therapy for those diagnosed with PTSD.
Are you looking for single session therapy, brief therapy, or a long-term therapist? I'm flexible in my approach and understand that long-term therapy isn't of interest for everyone. My specialties include addictions/substance abuse, trauma, anxieties, infertility, depression and relationship difficulties with adults and adolescents (13yrs+). I also have extensive experience working with the LGBTQI+ community and those questioning their gender. Please visit my website to learn more about me! If you yourself are a therapist looking to talk to someone, I'd love to chat...we need support just like everyone else :)
(442) 777-6412 View (442) 777-6412
Katie Guerrero Phan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
5 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
Are you trying to hold it all together? But underneath it all, you are finding yourself feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed or just not like yourself. Whether you’re navigating trauma, burnout, anxiety, life transitions, depression or grief, I am here to help you to slow down, reconnect with yourself and start healing. Taking the first step toward therapy takes real courage, and I’ll walk that path with you. Together, we’ll explore your thoughts and feelings with compassion and clarity, make sense of your story, and create lasting, purposeful change. I offer a warm, trauma-informed space where you can feel safe, seen, and supported.
Are you trying to hold it all together? But underneath it all, you are finding yourself feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed or just not like yourself. Whether you’re navigating trauma, burnout, anxiety, life transitions, depression or grief, I am here to help you to slow down, reconnect with yourself and start healing. Taking the first step toward therapy takes real courage, and I’ll walk that path with you. Together, we’ll explore your thoughts and feelings with compassion and clarity, make sense of your story, and create lasting, purposeful change. I offer a warm, trauma-informed space where you can feel safe, seen, and supported.
(760) 304-1512 View (760) 304-1512
Julia Kusian Armbruster
Psychologist, PsyD
2 Endorsed
Oceanside, CA 92054
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy and EMDR are the primary modalities I use to help clients meet their goals.
We often encounter obstacles we are not prepared for or travel down roads that do not lead where we hoped. Whether emotional pain comes from childhood, trauma, current stressors, loss, depression, phobias, anxiety, anger, life changes or relationships; I believe that everyone possesses the ability to recover and improve their quality of life. Working collaboratively, each client's personal values and goals are used to guide the course of therapy. Together, we will create a treatment plan that focuses on overcoming emotional and environmental barriers interfering with feeling present in life.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy and EMDR are the primary modalities I use to help clients meet their goals.
We often encounter obstacles we are not prepared for or travel down roads that do not lead where we hoped. Whether emotional pain comes from childhood, trauma, current stressors, loss, depression, phobias, anxiety, anger, life changes or relationships; I believe that everyone possesses the ability to recover and improve their quality of life. Working collaboratively, each client's personal values and goals are used to guide the course of therapy. Together, we will create a treatment plan that focuses on overcoming emotional and environmental barriers interfering with feeling present in life.
(858) 367-9477 View (858) 367-9477
Ana Vaughn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, down or simply not like yourself? Life's challenges can feel heavy, but you don't have to face them alone. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps individual, couples, and families navigate grief, trauma, anxiety, depression and major life transitions. Together, we'll create a personalized plan to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, down or simply not like yourself? Life's challenges can feel heavy, but you don't have to face them alone. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps individual, couples, and families navigate grief, trauma, anxiety, depression and major life transitions. Together, we'll create a personalized plan to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
(209) 803-6042 View (209) 803-6042
Heidi Kraft
Psychologist, Ph.D., ABPP
San Diego, CA 92108
I believe that therapy is a partnership. Together, we work toward goal-oriented, forward movement. I believe in therapeutic tools that are grounded in research and offer evidence-based approaches to treat your symptoms. I have witnessed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) ignite meaningful life changes, and I will work alongside you to identify a path forward that feels right for you. My experience in medicine, sports, and the military has shaped me into a well-rounded psychologist who approaches every person with cultural curiosity, openness, and compassion.
I believe that therapy is a partnership. Together, we work toward goal-oriented, forward movement. I believe in therapeutic tools that are grounded in research and offer evidence-based approaches to treat your symptoms. I have witnessed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) ignite meaningful life changes, and I will work alongside you to identify a path forward that feels right for you. My experience in medicine, sports, and the military has shaped me into a well-rounded psychologist who approaches every person with cultural curiosity, openness, and compassion.
(619) 789-4061 View (619) 789-4061
Meredith Meyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
5 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92106
I work with adults, couples, and families who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or stretched thin by life, relationships, emotional difficulties, work stress or leadership responsibilities. With over a decade of clinical experience, I specialize in helping people build the emotional and relational skills they need to feel steadier, clearer, and more effective in their lives. My primary therapeutic approach is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) — a highly effective, evidence-based model that teaches practical skills for managing emotions, navigating conflict, tolerating distress, and staying grounded under pressure.
I work with adults, couples, and families who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or stretched thin by life, relationships, emotional difficulties, work stress or leadership responsibilities. With over a decade of clinical experience, I specialize in helping people build the emotional and relational skills they need to feel steadier, clearer, and more effective in their lives. My primary therapeutic approach is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) — a highly effective, evidence-based model that teaches practical skills for managing emotions, navigating conflict, tolerating distress, and staying grounded under pressure.
(760) 317-4539 View (760) 317-4539
Carola Hauer
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Over the past two decades, I have predominantly worked with trauma survivors (combat and or non combat), chronic mental illness, victims of crimes, domestic violence, and sexual assault. I have worked on the front lines and one of my passions is to support our first responders who are serving our community diligently 24/7. Depth psychology often includes a “mutual journey into the underworld.” The benefit of this journey is that we can learn to experience the darkness as well as the light, simultaneously, and by doing so enjoy a more peaceful life in the midst of ongoing challenges and opportunities.
Over the past two decades, I have predominantly worked with trauma survivors (combat and or non combat), chronic mental illness, victims of crimes, domestic violence, and sexual assault. I have worked on the front lines and one of my passions is to support our first responders who are serving our community diligently 24/7. Depth psychology often includes a “mutual journey into the underworld.” The benefit of this journey is that we can learn to experience the darkness as well as the light, simultaneously, and by doing so enjoy a more peaceful life in the midst of ongoing challenges and opportunities.
(760) 813-3032 View (760) 813-3032
Dr. Lacy Olson-Ayala
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
I am a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to helping others heal after experiencing trauma or challenging life experiences. I use a number of empirically-supported treatments with flexibility to ensure that my patients receive individualized care based on their treatment goals. My patients typically arrive in my virtual office with struggles related to PTSD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, interpersonal difficulties, or postnatal mental health concerns.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to helping others heal after experiencing trauma or challenging life experiences. I use a number of empirically-supported treatments with flexibility to ensure that my patients receive individualized care based on their treatment goals. My patients typically arrive in my virtual office with struggles related to PTSD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, interpersonal difficulties, or postnatal mental health concerns.
(310) 421-0502 View (310) 421-0502
Honeycomb Wellness Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
We believe that the value of your health goes beyond just your physical health. Emotional, psychological and social health are important in creating overall health and well being. It is our goal at Honeycomb Group to help you become the person, couple or family you want to be, and uncover your full potential.
We believe that the value of your health goes beyond just your physical health. Emotional, psychological and social health are important in creating overall health and well being. It is our goal at Honeycomb Group to help you become the person, couple or family you want to be, and uncover your full potential.
(415) 338-9366 View (415) 338-9366

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