Therapists in San Diego, CA
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Cappy's House Counseling Services, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAR, CCTP
Verified
I work with people who struggle with self-esteem, often survivors of childhood trauma. Perhaps you struggle with depression & anxiety, feeling unseen & struggling in relationships. Or you may stay awake at night thinking of the past, the negative “voices” still ringing in you ears & heart, telling you that you have little or no value. More than anything, you desire to be known and valued for who you are on a deep level, to feel and be safe to be yourself. Together, we will create a safe environment where you can heal and be transformed from the inside out.
Jessica Hughes
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Are you feeling disconnected from your partner, struggling to communicate, or having relationship difficulties? Are you experiencing relationship distress and feeling unhappy in your relationship? Do you want to build better intimacy and emotional closeness in your relationship with your romantic partner? If you are looking to reconnect with your partner, strengthen your bond and intimacy, learn ways to manage conflict better, and enjoy the benefits of a healthy and lasting intimate relationship, then I may be the ideal fit for you! I can teach you evidence-based skills to communicate better and strengthen your relationship.
Adrienne Usman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Sex and intimacy can be the most challenging part of a relationship. Do you feel uncomfortable, ashamed or embarrassed when talking about sex? Do you ask yourself, “Is this normal?” or “How do I ask my partner for this specific need during intimacy?” Do you wonder, “Why is this happening to me?”
Eloise V. Foster
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
People often turn to therapy when feeling overwhelmed in their daily lives. I offer 20+ years in helping to navigate through these challenging experiences. With a direct and gentle approach and a bit of humor, we can address your concerns and worries. For some, this may mean addressing current stressors. For others, exploring earlier relationships will lead to understanding how patterns have developed.
Julia Malone
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Each of us go through different seasons in our life where change can happen unexpectedly. At times there can be so much pressure to be successful personally and professionally and sometimes it can be challenging to be our authentic selves. Past or present circumstances can leave us feeling stuck, confused, fearful or hopeless. Those feelings are valid and it is important that they are heard and understood. I am a strong believer in the power of therapy where an individual can truly be their honest self. We all deserve a safe place to be open about our history, our emotions, and our dreams and I am here to offer that space.
Goali Saedi Bocci
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Having trained at Notre Dame, UC Berkeley and Stanford, I bring rigorous scientific expertise into my clinical work with adolescents (ages 14-24), college students, and women. I assist clients with a range of concerns including: anxiety, depression, vocational or academic concerns, ADHD, relationship concerns, eating disorders, perfectionism, life transitions, multicultural and identity concerns, as well as family of origin challenges. I often work with high-achieving individuals who find themselves looking for practical solutions to the barriers that impede their success.
Susan Stennis Layton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
I am overjoyed to support you through the process of discovering your hidden superpowers & inner strength! As we work together, I teach you how to center in the present moment, where the magic of now comes alive & you are able to experience more joy, fulfillment, excitement, strength, peace & calm than ever before.
Psychological Assessments and Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
If you are considering therapy, I'd be glad to provide you with a free consultation over the phone. I believe that the relationship between the client and therapist plays a significant role in helping people overcome painful emotional experiences, destructive interpersonal patterns, and other obstacles that get in the way of us experiencing our lives from a place of openness and security. I work closely with clients to explore the role that their unique circumstances play in how they see themselves and others. My approach to treatment relies on non-judgment, compassion, and respect for all of my clients.
A-Lisa Miles
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
I provide psychological treatment and services to address the difficulties associated with a variety of challenges and transitions. My approach to treatment is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual client and I aim to create an atmosphere where people feel comfortable discussing and exploring their life. I view therapy as a collaboration and partnership between the client and myself. I provide support and guidance to help you identify areas of your life that need improvement or change and help you to set goals and create an action plan that will allow you to grow, shift, and live the life you want for yourself.
Sandra Milstein-Ostrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Do you feel stuck in a life that doesn't seem to be going anywhere? Do you constantly worry about money, your weight, your sleep, your relationships, but things don't seem to change? Maybe others don't really know what's really going on inside of you. They all seem to have their act together, yet you don't. Are you tired of pretending that everything's fine, when inside you feel a deep sense that something is missing? Do you put yourself down, often blaming yourself for your troubles, yet being tough on yourself is not helping? Are you finding yourself trying to stay busy, eating or drinking to escape, but it's not working?
Colleen Millen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
I am inspired by two careers – therapy and yoga teaching. In both, I organize around values of consent, agency, inclusivity and accessibility. As a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of California, I lead mindfulness groups for teens and helps teens and adults around issues that relate to emotional regulation, anxiety, depression and developmental trauma. I am a certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Teens (MBSR-T) instructor and certified Neuro-Affective Relation Model (NARM) therapist.
Stacy Ann C Aquipel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Take a breath – go ahead. The process of finding a therapist can feel daunting and overstimulating, much like the world in general. Bear in mind that you don’t have to commit to a particular person right away. What’s most important is that you feel safe, supported, and heard. It might take a bit to find someone with whom you resonate, so I invite you to take the time and space you need. Our society conditions us to feel a sense of urgency, and it’s helpful to remind ourselves that we are more than our productivity, and we are more than our labels. As a person and professional, I celebrate diversity and multiculturalism of all kinds.
Ryan Dumke
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified
Hello! In a world that can feel rough and insensitive, with pasts that feel like they can choke us, it can be hard to move past the weight of our histories and our own minds. I'm here to help you figure out problems you want to overcome, what goals and life you want, and work with you to get there. I work with mood disorders (depression), anxiety disorders (OCD, Generalized Anxiety, panic), trauma-spectrum disorders (PTSD), relationship problems, intimacy issues, emotional problems, work and academic issues, and generalized coaching. Reach out and we'll figure it out together!
Nancy J Lin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Are you suffering from sleepless nights and have trouble shutting your mind off from stressful thoughts or upsetting memories? Has it been a while since you remember feeling excited about life, family, career or activities you used to love? Sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? If you are willing to consider stepping out of your comfort zone to make some meaningful changes, let me help.
Trena Lee Ensign
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Welcome, if you have found yourself here, it means you are thinking about making some changes in your life. Making the decision to begin a journey of self discovery can be scary to say the least. May I share some of my thoughts with you. I believe in the, "Law of Correspondence", which states that what is going on in our outer world is nothing more than a reflection of what is going on in our inner world. As within, so without, as above, so below. It would be my honor, and privilege to help you discover your best self.
Nina Tomkiewicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Being human is a challenging experience. If you are seeking a therapist, you are probably aware that you would like things to be different. Perhaps you feel stuck with habits or behaviors you'd like to change, but aren't sure where to begin. You may feel anxious, angry, ashamed, or depressed, and would like to relate to your human experience with more joy. Maybe you feel like your moods are tied to the reactions of others, and this can be exhausting and unstable. Together we can explore what is getting in the way of feeling happier and more at peace with yourself.
Patricia Arce - Personal Evolution Psychotherapy
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ASW
Verified
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed out or sad to the point that you can't live the life you want? Do you want to feel better & have a life worth living? Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) is a team of therapists that use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to overcome social anxiety, depression, communication & relationship issues, family conflict, panic, excessive worry & depression. Visit Us at www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. We provide much more than traditional talk therapy & help you get results to help control your emotions & your life. By doing this we can help more quickly. Call us today to schedule an appt.
Kathy J Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Over the last 30+ years I have worked with individuals and couples, children, adolescents, adults, and the geriatric population. My life experience as both a partner and parent enable me to work with people with an array of problems, challenges and cultural diversity.
With motivation, commitment, and hard work, most people are able to improve their mood and gain greater satisfaction in their relationships and their lives. After my initial assessment, I collaborate with my clients to develop a treatment plan that addresses their unique goals.
Jimi McJunkin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Challenges are a part of life. When we are faced with a difficulty, we are presented with an opportunity for growth. This may seem impossible when you are in the midst of a challenging situation, especially if you are feeling alone. Reaching out for help is not easy. You may be wanting to develop greater self-awareness and insight, are in need of relief from symptoms of depression or anxiety, or wanting caring and unbiased support through a significant moment in life. I believe that each person is unique and I will start where you are and we’ll work together from there to reach your goals.
Bryan Schnebelt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
We are all continually moving through different spaces trying to establish who we are and what is important to us. Adjusting to these environments can be especially difficult if who you are is not embraced, whether it is within your family, at work, in the military, in a social group, or faith-based community. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I am an advocate for underrepresented individuals and communities, and try to be affirming to those struggling with being accepted or understood. Therapy can be a space to better recognize your needs, your values, and how to cope more effectively.
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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.