Therapists in San Diego, CA

Struggling with low self esteem and low self confidence can be very tricky - especially when fed by the opinions of others. In a world where we rely heavily on the acceptance of others, we sometimes forget that the most important opinion of ourselves lies within. This space is for embracing and accepting who you truly are - no shame attached.

If you're ready for change, or contemplating change, I'm ready to help you achieve it! Together, we can take your biggest challenges and use them as opportunities to thrive. My focus is providing support to individuals, couples, and families in need of healing and positive change. I will provide a compassionate and comfortable space to help you manage and resolve life challenges including binge eating/compulsive overeating, stress, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, weathering change, anger management, and conflict in relationships!

Hey there! My treatment method is a partnership and multi-faceted approach toward patient-centered care. With the support from the collaborative treatment team at SokyaHealth, my desire is to provide client-specific care, as each individual is unique. The stigma associated with mental health illness is one of the biggest barriers presented to mental health providers. The brain is just as susceptible as any organ to illness, and there should be no shame in receiving treatment. It takes a courageous person to seek help and take the first steps in making a change.

Do you experience difficulties maintaining healthy relationships, romantic or platonic? Have you often felt unsatisfied in your work life, frustrated with co-workers and management? Does the thought of vulnerability terrify you? In assessing your relationships, you may find unhealthy and toxic patterns and are confused as to why you are drawn them. Like many, you may be experiencing adult attachment issues. You want to break the pattern, but are unsure as to how. You want a loving, committed, healthy connection. You want to enjoy your relationships to the fullest and not be terrified anymore.

My passion is helping those I work with to improve their quality of life, increase coping/resiliency, and improve overall well-being.

With 20+ years experience as a therapist and a coach, it is my honor to work with female professionals/entrepreneurs, moms and teenagers. I also specialize in providing couples with tools to enhance their communication and intimacy. All my sessions are via Zoom so you can get the help you need from the setting of your choice. I provide solution-oriented sessions and appointment availability around your busy schedule.

Ellen Griffin, LMFT, holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling and is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. In her 20 years of experience with adults, groups, and families, Ellen employs cognitive behavioral techniques and the principles of positive psychology. Ellen has obtained additional training in relaxation techniques, trauma and EMDR. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions are her areas of expertise. It is Ellen’s belief that the well-being of each individual includes not only freedom from emotional pain, but also the presence of positive states.

Hi there, I'm Nadine! The atmosphere I provide is warm and trusting without judgement. I allow the client to tell me their story without interruption. If I feel they need more help or direction it is provided. The helping professional has always allured. It felt like a natural and nice way to spend one's time in a career. There was also a desire to find out more about myself and what drives my own behavior. In addition, there was also a need to improve myself and be a compassionate and understanding human being.

Hello, I'm Katie, an Associate Professional Counselor who is looking forward to joining you on your journey to better overall wellness. Working from a background of culturally competent, trauma-informed care and a strengths-based approach, I use humor, warmth and compassion to help each client feel seen and safe. Experienced in providing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, I am confident in providing evidence-based tools to help those suffering from intense emotions to feel grounded and empowered as well as rebuild trust within themselves.

Hi there! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in both Couples Therapy, and Eating Disorder treatment at an outpatient level of care. Through a client-centered approach, my passion lies in restoring disruptions in early childhood attachment, and helping those identify negative thought patterns, core beliefs, and emotions that have led to maladaptive coping behaviors. If you are either feeling exhausted from the shame towards your body and want freedom from disordered eating, or are longing to strengthen your relationship and communication with a loved one, I would love to create that space for you!

Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, afraid, or alone? Are the waves of life crashing around you? You are not alone and there is hope! If you or your loved ones are drowning in the suffering caused by relationship conflict, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, problem gambling, or substance use, look no further. Desperation and suffering brought me to the point of reaching out for help many years ago and soon the seas began to calm. As life came into balance and my spirit healed, guiding others out of the storm into peaceful waters became my mission.

Making the decision to seek therapy is a courageous one and is the first step on the path to change. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I recognize that you are the expert on your life and welcome the opportunity to work together to explore your needs and opportunities for growth and healing.

Therapy can be scary, exciting, fun, and challenging. I provide a warm, welcoming space to talk about anything and everything, meeting you with respect, empathy, and validation. I am here for you and your thoughts, worries, and feelings. In my 10+ years of therapy, I have heard most things and am here to welcome you as you are and help you in whatever capacity you are searching for.

Hello! Are you worried about sudden changes in a family member? Mood concerns or recent change in behavior? Or do you not feel like yourself and looking to improve your mood or coping skills! Welcome! I use a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to therapy, incorporating techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help my clients challenge and reframe negative thoughts and beliefs, regulate emotions, manage stress, and build healthy relationships. Overcoming challenges is a part of life and getting help is a very healthy choice. I look forward to meeting with you soon.

The core value of Affirming Therapy Center (ATC) is in our name. “Affirming” is both the nature and the goal of ATC’s work as a dedicated resource supporting Gender, Sexual, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD) in California. This core value is embodied by providing you with professional, open-minded care in a space that acknowledges and celebrates your unique personhood and distinct challenges. You are welcome and valued here.

Welcome! I have experience with a wide range of concerns including: stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harming behaviors and other mood disorders. My approach is grounded in a social justice and trauma-informed lens, strength-based, person-centered, and fosters a non-judgmental, affirming environment. My experience includes more than 6 years within community based and outpatient settings working with youth, adults and families.

Life is full of challenges that we are not always prepared to manage. I offer an integrative approach to manage those challenges. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with individuals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. My goal is to help you to better manage life and everything that comes with it. My approach is nonjudgmental and collaborative, working together to determine meaningful goals, while identifying the steps to achieve those goals. I strive to empowered others to find solutions and manage life with greater understanding and acceptance.

People who consider psychotherapy are typically searching not only for specific expertise but also the kind of relationship that will allow them to let their guard down and engage in self-exploration. The best therapy is done when the patient and therapist have a strong working relationship. I truly care about my patients and I work collaboratively with them to help them increase their self-awareness and enhance the quality of their lives. As a bilingual psychologist, I specialize in acculturation and immigration issues, including conducting psychological evaluations for immigration court and criminal defense.

Do you feel like living with a roommate in marriage? I provide transformative counseling for couples and individual men who want to be empowered to become better partners. There is a way out of chronic stress, irritability, and out of control sexual behavior. I strongly believe that you are so much more than the problems you are facing right now. If you want to be a better partner, parent, or person, contact me and get a free consultation. It is my passion to provide the attention and care you deserve.