Therapists in San Diego, CA
You've built something extraordinary — a career, a reputation, a standard of excellence that very few reach. And you've done it mostly by pushing through. But there's a point where sheer force of will stops working, and what got you here won't get you through this. Whether you're a surgeon carrying the weight of impossible decisions, a first responder running on fumes, a Navy SEAL facing the aftermath of service, or a CEO whose performance has cracked — this is where you find the edge of what you can do alone. I help high-achieving people close that gap.
You've built something extraordinary — a career, a reputation, a standard of excellence that very few reach. And you've done it mostly by pushing through. But there's a point where sheer force of will stops working, and what got you here won't get you through this. Whether you're a surgeon carrying the weight of impossible decisions, a first responder running on fumes, a Navy SEAL facing the aftermath of service, or a CEO whose performance has cracked — this is where you find the edge of what you can do alone. I help high-achieving people close that gap.
It can feel overwhelming to start therapy, especially when daily life already feels like a lot to carry. You might be questioning your worth, feeling pressure to meet everyone’s expectations, or caught in cycles that no longer serve you. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master’s from Cal State Los Angeles, I’ve supported individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life transitions across community mental health and school-based settings. I show up as a real human in the room—someone who will meet you with compassion, validation, and empathy so you don’t have to face it all alone.
It can feel overwhelming to start therapy, especially when daily life already feels like a lot to carry. You might be questioning your worth, feeling pressure to meet everyone’s expectations, or caught in cycles that no longer serve you. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master’s from Cal State Los Angeles, I’ve supported individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life transitions across community mental health and school-based settings. I show up as a real human in the room—someone who will meet you with compassion, validation, and empathy so you don’t have to face it all alone.
Lori uses a family systems therapy approach to working with children, couples and families and also uses cognitive behavior techniques and behavioral interventions when working with children and adolescents. She has worked in a variety of settings including schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, residential, and day treatment programs, thereby giving her a wealth of experience in diagnosing and treating many kinds of problems.
Lori uses a family systems therapy approach to working with children, couples and families and also uses cognitive behavior techniques and behavioral interventions when working with children and adolescents. She has worked in a variety of settings including schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, residential, and day treatment programs, thereby giving her a wealth of experience in diagnosing and treating many kinds of problems.
Hello, I’m Christine Roberts, LCSW, and I provide therapy for children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. I specialize in supporting individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, psychosis, neurodivergence, and personality disorders. My goal is to create a judgment free space where you feel safe, understood, empowered, and supported in creating meaningful change. My therapeutic approach is nurturing, collaborative, and goal-oriented while maintaining a strong trauma-informed lens.
Hello, I’m Christine Roberts, LCSW, and I provide therapy for children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. I specialize in supporting individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, psychosis, neurodivergence, and personality disorders. My goal is to create a judgment free space where you feel safe, understood, empowered, and supported in creating meaningful change. My therapeutic approach is nurturing, collaborative, and goal-oriented while maintaining a strong trauma-informed lens.
Welcome! I am so glad that you are here. I strive to create a comforting and accepting space where you’ll be seen, heard, and understood. I have experience working with individuals and couples across a wide array of social locations and presenting problems. Whether you are navigating a life transition, experiencing anxiety or depression, or struggling with communication or trust in your relationship, I am here to support you.
Welcome! I am so glad that you are here. I strive to create a comforting and accepting space where you’ll be seen, heard, and understood. I have experience working with individuals and couples across a wide array of social locations and presenting problems. Whether you are navigating a life transition, experiencing anxiety or depression, or struggling with communication or trust in your relationship, I am here to support you.
Hi, it's Joseph. Let’s talk! We’ll work together until that unsolvable problem is history, until that overwhelming pain is bearable, until the impossible future is simply your future. You’ve always been strong, resourceful, and intuitive. I’m just going to help clear away the junk you’re trapped beneath so you can actually feel that way: false beliefs that make life seem harder than it really is; old stories about yourself that have nothing to do with who you are now; distractions that keep you from deciding what is most meaningful to you; power imbalances that take away good things that are rightfully yours. This stuff has to go.
Hi, it's Joseph. Let’s talk! We’ll work together until that unsolvable problem is history, until that overwhelming pain is bearable, until the impossible future is simply your future. You’ve always been strong, resourceful, and intuitive. I’m just going to help clear away the junk you’re trapped beneath so you can actually feel that way: false beliefs that make life seem harder than it really is; old stories about yourself that have nothing to do with who you are now; distractions that keep you from deciding what is most meaningful to you; power imbalances that take away good things that are rightfully yours. This stuff has to go.
I help you assess your relationships and surroundings, to help make life feel more pleasurable, manageable, and fulfilling. Together we'll work to expand your support systems, explore your values, and find your voice. I value your personal histories, cultures, and social environments and prioritize this while we explore your mental, physical, and sexual well-being together.
I help you assess your relationships and surroundings, to help make life feel more pleasurable, manageable, and fulfilling. Together we'll work to expand your support systems, explore your values, and find your voice. I value your personal histories, cultures, and social environments and prioritize this while we explore your mental, physical, and sexual well-being together.
Excited to connect with you! I work with children, caregivers, adolescents, adults, and families navigating life transitions, behavioral concerns, relationships, parenting, school issues, emotional regulation, self-esteem, self-harm, suicidal ideation, trauma. I also have experience supporting foster youth and collaborating with community providers and resources. I have a Masters in Clinical Psychology and have been in the field for over 8 years.
Excited to connect with you! I work with children, caregivers, adolescents, adults, and families navigating life transitions, behavioral concerns, relationships, parenting, school issues, emotional regulation, self-esteem, self-harm, suicidal ideation, trauma. I also have experience supporting foster youth and collaborating with community providers and resources. I have a Masters in Clinical Psychology and have been in the field for over 8 years.
Caroline Myra Loretan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92117
Waitlist for new clients
It takes courage to set up that first appointment, and the fit between therapist and client is an important one for the success of therapy. I am dedicated to supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges in a safe, empowering, and culturally sensitive environment. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, or self-esteem concerns, I am committed to helping you develop healthier coping strategies and create personalized treatment goals that align with your unique needs.
It takes courage to set up that first appointment, and the fit between therapist and client is an important one for the success of therapy. I am dedicated to supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges in a safe, empowering, and culturally sensitive environment. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, or self-esteem concerns, I am committed to helping you develop healthier coping strategies and create personalized treatment goals that align with your unique needs.
At Ebb & Flow Psychotherapy, we believe in supporting each person with compassion and care as they navigate life's challenges. In our work together, I strive to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and empowered to show up as your authentic self.
Using a collaborative and strengths-based approach, we'll explore your experiences, honor the unique aspects of your identity, and work toward meaningful growth, resilience, and lasting change.
At Ebb & Flow Psychotherapy, we believe in supporting each person with compassion and care as they navigate life's challenges. In our work together, I strive to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and empowered to show up as your authentic self.
Using a collaborative and strengths-based approach, we'll explore your experiences, honor the unique aspects of your identity, and work toward meaningful growth, resilience, and lasting change.
Hello and thank you for the opportunity to offer my counseling services to you. My therapeutic style is collaborative and I invite those who are motivated to seek change including those from the LGBTQIA community, youth in transition (ages 16-24), and families in transition due to divorce, death, and re-marriage to come and speak with me. My specialty is couples counseling. Whether you are a monogamous couple or you are in a non-monogamous/polyamorous relationship, I provide space for couples who want to define who they are and what their relationship means to them now and moving forward. I believe each relationship is unique.
Hello and thank you for the opportunity to offer my counseling services to you. My therapeutic style is collaborative and I invite those who are motivated to seek change including those from the LGBTQIA community, youth in transition (ages 16-24), and families in transition due to divorce, death, and re-marriage to come and speak with me. My specialty is couples counseling. Whether you are a monogamous couple or you are in a non-monogamous/polyamorous relationship, I provide space for couples who want to define who they are and what their relationship means to them now and moving forward. I believe each relationship is unique.
My name is Naomi Hawkes and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in West Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide and in Maine via telehealth. My approach is flexible and depends on your needs, values, and goals. My clients are brave and seek a warm, compassionate yet direct, space to process and challenge their experiences and beliefs without taking things too seriously. Together, we'll build on your strengths, dismantle unhelpful patterns, and practice skills to ease daily tensions and navigate relationships.
My name is Naomi Hawkes and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in West Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide and in Maine via telehealth. My approach is flexible and depends on your needs, values, and goals. My clients are brave and seek a warm, compassionate yet direct, space to process and challenge their experiences and beliefs without taking things too seriously. Together, we'll build on your strengths, dismantle unhelpful patterns, and practice skills to ease daily tensions and navigate relationships.
I believe therapy is about honoring yourself and creating safety by loving, championing, and accepting yourself. I specialize in trauma recovery, LGBTQ+ identities, couple's counseling, and social justice therapy. I have experience with identity, anxiety, integrating different relationship styles, and grief. I am warm and down-to-earth. I create conversations in sessions to dive deeper into thinking patterns and belief systems. We develop a rhythm between you discussing content and me giving reflective responses and asking questions. I also facilitate exercises and interventions, then debrief together.
I believe therapy is about honoring yourself and creating safety by loving, championing, and accepting yourself. I specialize in trauma recovery, LGBTQ+ identities, couple's counseling, and social justice therapy. I have experience with identity, anxiety, integrating different relationship styles, and grief. I am warm and down-to-earth. I create conversations in sessions to dive deeper into thinking patterns and belief systems. We develop a rhythm between you discussing content and me giving reflective responses and asking questions. I also facilitate exercises and interventions, then debrief together.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide child-focused, family-oriented, trauma-informed therapy. I work with children, adolescents, and families to address emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges while strengthening connection, resilience, and growth. I value building a trusting therapeutic relationship and tailoring the process to your unique needs. My goal is to help you feel supported, empowered, and understood.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide child-focused, family-oriented, trauma-informed therapy. I work with children, adolescents, and families to address emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges while strengthening connection, resilience, and growth. I value building a trusting therapeutic relationship and tailoring the process to your unique needs. My goal is to help you feel supported, empowered, and understood.
WeIcome! I am taking new clients, and will return your call within one business day. I offer in-person and video appointments. I accept Original Medicare (not Medicare Advantage).
If you struggle with anxiety or depression, or are worried about your alcohol or substance use to cope with these or other stresses, please contact me. I can also help with a host of other life challenges as well. Are you a family member of someone with anxiety and/or substance use and aren't sure what to do? I can help. I offer individual, couples, and family counseling.
WeIcome! I am taking new clients, and will return your call within one business day. I offer in-person and video appointments. I accept Original Medicare (not Medicare Advantage).
If you struggle with anxiety or depression, or are worried about your alcohol or substance use to cope with these or other stresses, please contact me. I can also help with a host of other life challenges as well. Are you a family member of someone with anxiety and/or substance use and aren't sure what to do? I can help. I offer individual, couples, and family counseling.
Has your partner just discovered your pornography habit? Rawers Therapy specializes in the treatment of Sex Addiction and other Intimacy Disorders (Commitment Fear, Love Addiction, and Male Sexual Anorexia) from a respectful, non-shaming and clinically validated approach. Advanced CSAT certification from IITAP (International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals) assures you we understand what you are going through and what you need to recover and rebuild your relationship.
Has your partner just discovered your pornography habit? Rawers Therapy specializes in the treatment of Sex Addiction and other Intimacy Disorders (Commitment Fear, Love Addiction, and Male Sexual Anorexia) from a respectful, non-shaming and clinically validated approach. Advanced CSAT certification from IITAP (International Institute for Trauma & Addiction Professionals) assures you we understand what you are going through and what you need to recover and rebuild your relationship.
I work with individuals who have experienced traumatic events which they may need help overcoming. During my postdoctoral fellowship, I treated active military diagnosed with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse by conducting both individual and group therapy. Working with active military, I learned how to gain the individual's trust and confidence to let me into their lives, providing a nonjudgmental space to process life's events. My research has concentrated on men's issues. My doctoral dissertation focused on professional boxers and how they adjusted to retirement once the fame and fortune was gone.
I work with individuals who have experienced traumatic events which they may need help overcoming. During my postdoctoral fellowship, I treated active military diagnosed with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance abuse by conducting both individual and group therapy. Working with active military, I learned how to gain the individual's trust and confidence to let me into their lives, providing a nonjudgmental space to process life's events. My research has concentrated on men's issues. My doctoral dissertation focused on professional boxers and how they adjusted to retirement once the fame and fortune was gone.
Couples and individuals looking to improve relationships and intimacy, if you are reading this, I’m so glad you are here!
Relationships are the most important aspect of the human experience and therapy is a wonderful opportunity for healing, exploration and growth.
I feel passionate in helping couples & individuals, who are wanting to understand themselves better, to decrease anxiety, stress, and depressive symptoms. If you are looking to improve communication and enhance intimacy while learning to feel more present and connected within yourself and relationships, you are welcome here!
Couples and individuals looking to improve relationships and intimacy, if you are reading this, I’m so glad you are here!
Relationships are the most important aspect of the human experience and therapy is a wonderful opportunity for healing, exploration and growth.
I feel passionate in helping couples & individuals, who are wanting to understand themselves better, to decrease anxiety, stress, and depressive symptoms. If you are looking to improve communication and enhance intimacy while learning to feel more present and connected within yourself and relationships, you are welcome here!
I am passionate about liberating folx from oppressive beliefs, depathologizing mental health, cultivating radical self-love and identifying your wise internal compass! I create a safe space to break cycles of deeply rooted limiting beliefs, self abandonment, and generational trauma. I use the wisdom from your softness and emotional depths to discover your true sense of self and intuition as a form of resiliency.
I am passionate about liberating folx from oppressive beliefs, depathologizing mental health, cultivating radical self-love and identifying your wise internal compass! I create a safe space to break cycles of deeply rooted limiting beliefs, self abandonment, and generational trauma. I use the wisdom from your softness and emotional depths to discover your true sense of self and intuition as a form of resiliency.
Center for Fertility Counseling, Dawn R. Galbo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MFC
San Diego, CA 92130
Having a diagnosis of infertility can be devastating and the inability to conceive a child can feel overwhelming, like a life shattering crisis. I believe that working with a therapist who specializes in infertility and assisted reproduction can provide support and hope that things can get better. You have the power to strengthen your coping skills and improve your relationships in the process. I am here to support you and provide cutting edge tools to help you heal past traumas and manage current stressors. I can help you as you work toward reaching your goals for family building.
Having a diagnosis of infertility can be devastating and the inability to conceive a child can feel overwhelming, like a life shattering crisis. I believe that working with a therapist who specializes in infertility and assisted reproduction can provide support and hope that things can get better. You have the power to strengthen your coping skills and improve your relationships in the process. I am here to support you and provide cutting edge tools to help you heal past traumas and manage current stressors. I can help you as you work toward reaching your goals for family building.
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Number of Therapists in San Diego, CA
3,000+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in San Diego, CA who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 92% | Social Anxiety |
| 92% | Health Anxiety |
| 92% | Driving Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 73% | Relationship Issues |
| 70% | Relationship Anxiety |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 89% | Aetna |
| 73% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 57% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in San Diego, CA see their clients
| 54% | Online Only | |
| 46% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in San Diego?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.


