Therapists in San Diego, CA
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Cynthia Chistiansen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
I have been in the mental health field for 17 years. I currently specialize in pornography and sex addiction, being certified in this area. I work with children, adolescents, families, and couples. I am a Christian therapist with a Cognitive Behavioral perspective, working with individuals who suffer from ADHD, Eating Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, as well as other mood disorder. I have evening and weekend hours available.
Yoon Hee Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
"Hello, You have taken a very positive step by deciding to seek therapy. The Outcome of your treatment depends largely on your willingness to engage in this process, which may, at times, result in considerable discomfort. I will walk by you on this journey. Let me introduce myself so that you get to know me a bit better. I am a psychotherapist currently providing Telehealth to children and adults. I also own private practice for counseling to serve people with multicultural backgrounds. Since 2006, my multicultural experience extends from serving Holocaust survivors to incarcerated clients in three different countries.
Anoushey Khan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, , MS
Verified
You have taken the first step, now let's talk! If you are seeking support for yourself, for your child or another loved one I'm here for you. I help people find purpose and meaning in their family, friendships, work and all other areas of life while also learning tools and strategies to overcome obstacles and challenges that interfere with their relationships and their vision for their life. I not only adapt my professional expertise to fit your unique needs and situation but also bring my own life experiences as a mom, as a partner, friend and fellow human who has grappled with similar issues.
Transpersonal Relationship Growth
PhD, MA, BA
Transpersonal Relationship Growth was founded by myself, Dr Cheryl Demalignon in 1987. I have been helping individuals, couples and families to better their relationships by having them improve their personal identity and increase their self esteem. We attract those relationships with others that mirror our love or dislike for ourselves. The quality of your life, the things you chose to do that provide growth and meaningfulness determine the degree of harmonious interpersonal connections you establish with others.
Brittany Connor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Are you feeling lost, stuck, or overwhelmed? Our various experiences can have an impact on this; from day to day stressors to trauma, our emotions can become difficult to manage, resulting in difficulty in our lives, including in our relationships, in managing emotions, in our thoughts, in our goals, and in our responsibilities.
Gabi Kass
LPC Intern, MS, APCC
Verified
I understand that the road to parenthood does not always go as planned. It may include difficulty trying to conceive, pregnancy and/or birth complications, pregnancy loss, or rough postpartum periods. It can bring up some unexpected feelings like crying frequently, feeling overwhelmed and depressed, feeling disconnected, feelings of guilt/blame, having scary thoughts, lack of support, relational challenges and general difficulties with adjustment to pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum periods.
Kim Foskett Counseling
Counselor, LPCC, LCPC
Verified
I see myself as your trusty co-pilot and wholeheartedly believe you have the answers you need within yourself. I don't pretend to be the expert on you. You are! Together, we’ll get to know and understand the cause of your pain, help to change your relationship to your symptoms, and work towards healing. I commit to being fully present & compassionate with you every step along the way and to listen, support, challenge, provide information, identify and reinforce your strengths, offer alternatives and teach new skills. I will support and gently challenge you to embrace vulnerability by sharing your story of who you are.
Rochelle McKeon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MEd
Verified
I am dedicated to social justice and advocacy both in and out of the space of therapy. I hold various intersections of identity and pride myself on being a trans-affirming, queer-affirming, sex-positive, and polyamorous-positive therapist. I also enjoy working with loved ones and caregivers of those who occupy those spaces as well.
Jeannette M. Gilmore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Are you experiencing emotional and physical problems that seem unmanageable? Life can be challenging when you've endured mental and physical stressors. Know that you are not alone. Together we will create the step-by-step tools needed to heal yourself and take back your life. My holistic nontraditional treatment will get you there. And it works faster than conventional counseling. Without judgment and through empathy you can process life events that are overwhelming. In our journey together my goal is that you will learn how to develop a more peaceful and fulfilling life and create a deeper connection to your genuine self.
Amy Klein Duane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
I am presently offering teletherapy through Betterhelp. I use a variety of techniques in my practice depending on the personality and needs of the particular client. I am compassionate and supportive. I use a variety of approaches, but I am solution oriented.
Maira Horta
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Welcome, Bem Vindo, Bienvenido! Thanks for stopping by my page. I'm a native Brazilian and can offer sessions in English, Portuguese, or Spanish. I live and work in University Heights but have been enjoying life in beautiful San Diego since 1996. If we work together, I am thrilled to share my culturally sensitive and unique therapeutic approach with you. I will be an active participant in our sessions. And yes, that means, together, we will likely laugh, cry, discuss relationships, worries, fears, and/or self sabotaging but all in an effort to help you move forward into the person you know that you know you can be.
Accurate Assessments of San Diego
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
We offer expert Psychological and Substance Abuse Assessments to people aged 17 and older. We know that you are a unique individual and we evaluate your problems in the context of your individuality and life circumstances. When you work with us, you will be treated in a manner that reflects your individuality. You will receive: a high quality evaluation administered by a psychologist, a holistic picture of your problems, comprehensive answers to your questions, recommendations for the next steps, and direct referrals so you can follow up with other treatment providers as needed.
Colleen Mullen
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified
OOO 6/30-8/1. Do you feel like you keep making the same mistakes in your dating relationships? Do you find that when you finally get the committed relationship you thought you wanted, you feel insecure in ways you didn't expect? Everything we feel and react to is sparked by our interpersonal interactions. When those interactions cause self-defeating reactions, you can feel insecure, lonely, and defeated. I want to help you change your patterns. I help people calm the chaos in their mind and their life. You will learn that you can manage your life (relationships, family, career) with strength and confidence.
Roselyn Romano: Real Therapy San Diego
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
I help those who desire quiet from the noise of constant thinking, self-doubt, and worry. Those who are sick of feeling not good enough no matter how hard they try. Those who feel powerless against compulsive urges they can’t seem to resist. And those who want to let go of the mental chatter of a mind incessantly playing out worst case scenarios.
Lisa Anzaldua - Couples and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Therapy and coaching rooted in attachment science. Couples, Neurodiverse couples often struggle to feel connected to each other. I work with the couple to break down misunderstandings and assumptions made about each other so deep attachment can be built and better communication is established. Affair Recovery - Helping couples heal from the pain of affairs. Blended Families - Lisa Addresses the most significant challenges created by stepfamily architecture and provides three levels of solutions to these challenges. Individuals - Emotional healing, goals, purpose, self-actualization, spiritual guidance. LGBTQ +, Conscious parenting.
Marisa Zens
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
One of the most important ingredients in successful therapy is a good therapeutic fit. My approach is to provide an empathic, warm and supportive environment, and work collaboratively to identify and make sense of your unique struggles and particular obstacles. I work with adolescents and adults and use both insight-oriented and skills-based approaches to find short and long-term solutions to intercept the patterns that are interfering with your personal growth. I also provide supervision and consultation to psychologists and psychology trainees.
Jacob W Oliver
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified
I work with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, relationship issues, traumatic pasts and the general stresses of life. Those feeling empty, drained and at their last stretch can find their second wind with new tools and a new understanding of life.
Siobhan Cassidy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Hi there. Firstly, my name Siobhán is Irish & pronounced like sha-v-on. And I am glad you are here! Mental health is vital for navigating life. And having someone in your corner with expertise, compassion, & independence is a great way to cope. I truly believe meaningful therapy comes when YOU feel a connection with your clinician. So finding a fit for you is vital. I approach everyone as a fellow human & use my bubbly personality, genuine curiosity, & compassion to develop rapport. I am happy to chat in a free consultation call, & can provide resources & referrals if needed. FYI,I provide free, short-term tx to healthcare workers.
Jessica Ayala
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
How do you envision your life? Are you struggling with co-parenting, relationship issues, anxiety or depression? It takes courage to envision and 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 and empower you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with adults, children, and families. My therapeutic style is straightforward, honest, and goal-oriented, and more often than not, there is room for humor and laughter in a therapy session.
Cyti Psychological
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Let’s face it! Putting together the huge jigsaw puzzle called life can be a bit challenging. Connecting all the pieces to see the whole picture, while trying make sense of traumatic events can leave you feeling emotionally paralyzed. Please know that you are not alone and there is hope. Change is at your fingertips. Reaching out is the first courageous step to activating change.
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What type of mental health professional is right for me?
Some of the most common types of mental health providers in San Diego are psychologists, licensed counselors, therapists, psychotherapists, and licensed clinical social workers, all of whom diagnose mental health conditions and provide individualized treatment.
Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in San Diego then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
Services offered, education and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in San Diego then may specialize in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counseling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
How to find a specialist?
You can refine your search using the filters on this page. There are several categories you can filter by to find mental health professionals with the experience you are looking for. You may want to filter for CBT Psychologists in San Diego, or Child Psychologists in San Diego.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like San Diego psychologists specializing in EMDR.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like San Diego psychologists specializing in EMDR.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Psychologists in San Diego specialize in therapeutic approaches such as CBT, EMDR, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), among others. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Many therapists accept health insurance. Check to see if your insurance is covered. Feel free to discuss this when you contact the therapist.