Female Therapists in City Heights East, San Diego, CA
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience working with diverse populations. I believe that people have inherent possibilities and strengths. I work with clients to tap into that strength as well as build on the strength as they learn to manage and master challenges. I help clients deal with life stressors that challenge their ability to function at the level they can. Clients dealing with relationship difficulties, balancing work-life issues, changes in the life cycle, migration, immigration, trauma, and domestic violence
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience working with diverse populations. I believe that people have inherent possibilities and strengths. I work with clients to tap into that strength as well as build on the strength as they learn to manage and master challenges. I help clients deal with life stressors that challenge their ability to function at the level they can. Clients dealing with relationship difficulties, balancing work-life issues, changes in the life cycle, migration, immigration, trauma, and domestic violence
Welcome! I am Dr. Ruth Millican and I specialize in assessing for ADHD in adults later in life. If you are higher masking, you may have been missed as a child and not identified properly. This is common, especially in people assigned female at birth or BIPOC. The testing I provide takes all of these factors into consideration to give you the most accurate understanding of your identity. It can be deeply relieving to understand the cause of struggles you have been having. There can be greater self-compassion and ability to express your needs to others, leading to gaining access to accommodations and supports that you need.
Welcome! I am Dr. Ruth Millican and I specialize in assessing for ADHD in adults later in life. If you are higher masking, you may have been missed as a child and not identified properly. This is common, especially in people assigned female at birth or BIPOC. The testing I provide takes all of these factors into consideration to give you the most accurate understanding of your identity. It can be deeply relieving to understand the cause of struggles you have been having. There can be greater self-compassion and ability to express your needs to others, leading to gaining access to accommodations and supports that you need.
Many of us have faced struggles. It's like when you're having a tough day but put on a brave face for the world, hoping nobody notices the cracks beneath the surface. I create a safe space by establishing boundaries, offering hope, and skilled guidance to explore these issues. I aim to provide knowledgeable, individualized, compassionate care in a supportive, client-centered therapeutic environment while providing knowledge and resources to empower clients to live their best lives! I’m Dr. Laura Paige (formerly Dr. Petracek, a Clinical Psychologist, and author of 2 books with over 30 years of experience in psychotherapy.
Many of us have faced struggles. It's like when you're having a tough day but put on a brave face for the world, hoping nobody notices the cracks beneath the surface. I create a safe space by establishing boundaries, offering hope, and skilled guidance to explore these issues. I aim to provide knowledgeable, individualized, compassionate care in a supportive, client-centered therapeutic environment while providing knowledge and resources to empower clients to live their best lives! I’m Dr. Laura Paige (formerly Dr. Petracek, a Clinical Psychologist, and author of 2 books with over 30 years of experience in psychotherapy.
Accepting new clients and taking insurance. Are you feeling stuck, tormented by anxiety, depression, or traumatic experiences? I would love to provide support by facilitating the discovery of new choices and tools for skill-building. There is nothing more loving than to be seen from heart-centered space and to experience a safe space where one can share deeply personal issues. My style is conversational, collaborative, intuitive, and with a dash of humor.
Accepting new clients and taking insurance. Are you feeling stuck, tormented by anxiety, depression, or traumatic experiences? I would love to provide support by facilitating the discovery of new choices and tools for skill-building. There is nothing more loving than to be seen from heart-centered space and to experience a safe space where one can share deeply personal issues. My style is conversational, collaborative, intuitive, and with a dash of humor.
I particularly enjoy working with individuals who are creative yet highly anxious and depressed. Innovators find an improved capacity to create with informed anxiety management. I am a harm reductionist who embraces the belief that addiction is a brain disease and not a character defect and that persons with addictive illness need more clinically-informed care. I support authenticity for both the client and the therapist, understanding that little can hurt us when we are at peace with the truth of our own stories.
I particularly enjoy working with individuals who are creative yet highly anxious and depressed. Innovators find an improved capacity to create with informed anxiety management. I am a harm reductionist who embraces the belief that addiction is a brain disease and not a character defect and that persons with addictive illness need more clinically-informed care. I support authenticity for both the client and the therapist, understanding that little can hurt us when we are at peace with the truth of our own stories.
I am looking to work with individuals and couples that have managed to weather the storms of life but not without bumps, bruises, and scrapes. I want to work with couples that can't seem to communicate without arguing, that have difference styles of parenting, whose trust have been broken by moments of infidelity or lives impacted by medical and mental illness. I specialize in helping individuals and couples renew, rejuvenate, restore, or rebuild their relationships.
I am looking to work with individuals and couples that have managed to weather the storms of life but not without bumps, bruises, and scrapes. I want to work with couples that can't seem to communicate without arguing, that have difference styles of parenting, whose trust have been broken by moments of infidelity or lives impacted by medical and mental illness. I specialize in helping individuals and couples renew, rejuvenate, restore, or rebuild their relationships.
Do you have difficulty keeping up with the demands of life? Do you feel disconnected or down? Does it seem like your mind is often running away with worry? Are you going through a change and could use some guidance? You're not alone and I'd like to help! You and I both know that over time, life can get away from us. I can help you find new ways of living and being that reduce stress and struggle, while enhancing meaning, purpose, and enjoyment of life.
Do you have difficulty keeping up with the demands of life? Do you feel disconnected or down? Does it seem like your mind is often running away with worry? Are you going through a change and could use some guidance? You're not alone and I'd like to help! You and I both know that over time, life can get away from us. I can help you find new ways of living and being that reduce stress and struggle, while enhancing meaning, purpose, and enjoyment of life.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by persistent anxiety, social pressures, or lack the motivation and joy you used to feel? Are you struggling to manage relationships, navigate a major life transition, or simply feel like yourself? As a therapist specializing in dysfunctional thought and behavior patterns that lead to depression, anxiety, low-self esteem, etc., I work with neurodivergent individuals, teenagers, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Together, we can develop a plan to achieve personal growth and regain balance and meaning into your life.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by persistent anxiety, social pressures, or lack the motivation and joy you used to feel? Are you struggling to manage relationships, navigate a major life transition, or simply feel like yourself? As a therapist specializing in dysfunctional thought and behavior patterns that lead to depression, anxiety, low-self esteem, etc., I work with neurodivergent individuals, teenagers, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Together, we can develop a plan to achieve personal growth and regain balance and meaning into your life.
Psychotherapy is a deeply personal experience that can relieve anxiety and depression, and foster authentic connection and meaning in our lives. In my work for 20 years now as a psychologist and author, I remain committed and passionate about helping clients uncover early dynamics that still seem to interfere with securing the kind of relationships and positive feelings about ourselves that we all strive for. I often find myself in the role of gently reminding clients about the parts of themselves that have temporarily gone underground, and are vital to their creativity and well-being.
Psychotherapy is a deeply personal experience that can relieve anxiety and depression, and foster authentic connection and meaning in our lives. In my work for 20 years now as a psychologist and author, I remain committed and passionate about helping clients uncover early dynamics that still seem to interfere with securing the kind of relationships and positive feelings about ourselves that we all strive for. I often find myself in the role of gently reminding clients about the parts of themselves that have temporarily gone underground, and are vital to their creativity and well-being.
I help individuals and couples navigate conflict, anxiety, and the impacts of stress and trauma. Together we'll explore conflict cycles, communicate techniques, how to feel seen in relationships, set boundaries, and how to tolerate pain that can't be problem solved. My approach is evidence based and grounded in an awareness of how larger systems—like racism, ableism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of oppression—shape our emotional and relational experiences. Together we will identify your personal values and start building a life that brings you more meaning and purpose.
I help individuals and couples navigate conflict, anxiety, and the impacts of stress and trauma. Together we'll explore conflict cycles, communicate techniques, how to feel seen in relationships, set boundaries, and how to tolerate pain that can't be problem solved. My approach is evidence based and grounded in an awareness of how larger systems—like racism, ableism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of oppression—shape our emotional and relational experiences. Together we will identify your personal values and start building a life that brings you more meaning and purpose.
With over a decade of experience as a therapist, I have had the opportunity to witness the value of incorporating a holistic approach with the traditional evidenced based treatment modalities. I am a firm believer that, to receive optimal health, we must learn to not only listen to our thoughts but also our body. My drive as a psychotherapist is assisting others in accomplishing their mental health goals through increasing self-awareness, creating healthy relationships, and applying self-care. I specialize in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships.
With over a decade of experience as a therapist, I have had the opportunity to witness the value of incorporating a holistic approach with the traditional evidenced based treatment modalities. I am a firm believer that, to receive optimal health, we must learn to not only listen to our thoughts but also our body. My drive as a psychotherapist is assisting others in accomplishing their mental health goals through increasing self-awareness, creating healthy relationships, and applying self-care. I specialize in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships.
Sometimes life feels heavy, like you’re carrying more than you can. Maybe you find yourself stuck in patterns of perfectionism, anxiety, or old wounds. You might want to feel “put together” inside out without feeling overwhelmed.
At Creative Hearts Collaborative, this is a safe place where you can slow down, feel truly heard, and begin to understand yourself in new ways. We’ll explore the unmet needs, beliefs, and relational patterns that are shaping your life. I’ll support you in building clarity, self-compassion, and meaningful changes so you can build a life that bears fruit.
Sometimes life feels heavy, like you’re carrying more than you can. Maybe you find yourself stuck in patterns of perfectionism, anxiety, or old wounds. You might want to feel “put together” inside out without feeling overwhelmed.
At Creative Hearts Collaborative, this is a safe place where you can slow down, feel truly heard, and begin to understand yourself in new ways. We’ll explore the unmet needs, beliefs, and relational patterns that are shaping your life. I’ll support you in building clarity, self-compassion, and meaningful changes so you can build a life that bears fruit.
My desire is to help individuals, couples, families and peers, to be the best they can be. Pouring positivity in lives, deep listening, and mindfulness are a few ways to reduce stress and increase happiness.
My desire is to help individuals, couples, families and peers, to be the best they can be. Pouring positivity in lives, deep listening, and mindfulness are a few ways to reduce stress and increase happiness.
Experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression? Anger disrupting your way of life? Are you finding that you are getting in your own way? Do you desire to improve your self-esteem and livelihood? Seaside Life Services is here to help!
My mission is to support individuals as they embark and travel through life’s journey. To walk alongside those needing support providing opportunities and services, building upon the sequences of mental, physical, and social experiences of life. Seaside Life Services supports, respects, and welcomes all genders, races, countries of origin, sexual orientations, bodies, religions, and abilities.
Experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression? Anger disrupting your way of life? Are you finding that you are getting in your own way? Do you desire to improve your self-esteem and livelihood? Seaside Life Services is here to help!
My mission is to support individuals as they embark and travel through life’s journey. To walk alongside those needing support providing opportunities and services, building upon the sequences of mental, physical, and social experiences of life. Seaside Life Services supports, respects, and welcomes all genders, races, countries of origin, sexual orientations, bodies, religions, and abilities.
WHAT YOU HAVE COME HERE TO FIND, YOU ALREADY HAVE.------The strength and courage to change or recover is within you. My role is to show you the way. I want to help you find what works for you--whether it be addressing an addiction, mood issues, compulsive behaviors, loss or the impact of trauma----then, I want to show you how to use it. Each of us has unsuspected power to accomplish what we demand of ourselves, if we care to search for it. Book with me now by clicking my Headway website! .
WHAT YOU HAVE COME HERE TO FIND, YOU ALREADY HAVE.------The strength and courage to change or recover is within you. My role is to show you the way. I want to help you find what works for you--whether it be addressing an addiction, mood issues, compulsive behaviors, loss or the impact of trauma----then, I want to show you how to use it. Each of us has unsuspected power to accomplish what we demand of ourselves, if we care to search for it. Book with me now by clicking my Headway website! .
I am accepting new clients! I am passionate about helping adults overcome anxiety, depression, trauma reactions and interpersonal difficulties. My goal is to help you feel more confident and support you as you practice new tools to improve your coping and communication skills.
I am accepting new clients! I am passionate about helping adults overcome anxiety, depression, trauma reactions and interpersonal difficulties. My goal is to help you feel more confident and support you as you practice new tools to improve your coping and communication skills.
Lauren Goebel, Child and Teen Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome, I am glad you are here! I am Lauren and I am a therapist specializing in working with children, pre-teens and teens. I work with a variety of issues/topics including: neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism, PDA), depression, anxiety, academic issues, bullying/peer issues, trauma and family relationships. I work with the LGBTQIA+ community and enjoy working with teens who are questioning or exploring sexuality or gender identity.
Welcome, I am glad you are here! I am Lauren and I am a therapist specializing in working with children, pre-teens and teens. I work with a variety of issues/topics including: neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism, PDA), depression, anxiety, academic issues, bullying/peer issues, trauma and family relationships. I work with the LGBTQIA+ community and enjoy working with teens who are questioning or exploring sexuality or gender identity.
Are you longing for a deeper sense of self and struggling to identify or voice your own needs? Falling back into old patterns of thinking and behaving that derail your relationships, your life goals, or trigger diminished feelings of self-worth? Are you struggling to connect intimately with your partner and can't find the words to talk it about it without shame, blame or conflict? Do you struggle to feel connected to people in your life, feel isolated, or overly anxious? Has trauma or past experiences been the building blocks of unhelpful core beliefs you wish to change? You're not alone, let's talk!
Are you longing for a deeper sense of self and struggling to identify or voice your own needs? Falling back into old patterns of thinking and behaving that derail your relationships, your life goals, or trigger diminished feelings of self-worth? Are you struggling to connect intimately with your partner and can't find the words to talk it about it without shame, blame or conflict? Do you struggle to feel connected to people in your life, feel isolated, or overly anxious? Has trauma or past experiences been the building blocks of unhelpful core beliefs you wish to change? You're not alone, let's talk!
Welcome! I am Patty Palmer and I practice with children in San Diego. I have a passion for working with the neurodivergent community (ADHD, Autistic or PDA clients) and providing a safe space for children to feel their emotions and find tools to support themselves. As a neurodivergent person myself, and the parent of neurodivergent children, I have a deep passion for creating a safe space for all children who attend therapy. I work from a play based therapy lens, incorporating attachment therapy interventions and art therapy.
Welcome! I am Patty Palmer and I practice with children in San Diego. I have a passion for working with the neurodivergent community (ADHD, Autistic or PDA clients) and providing a safe space for children to feel their emotions and find tools to support themselves. As a neurodivergent person myself, and the parent of neurodivergent children, I have a deep passion for creating a safe space for all children who attend therapy. I work from a play based therapy lens, incorporating attachment therapy interventions and art therapy.
Many clients come to me overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, or grief. Others struggle with low self-worth, life transitions, or feeling like they’re not enough. As a clinical therapist with over 15 years of experience, I help you understand how past experiences and current stressors impact your emotional health. I offer a safe, personalized space where you can feel seen, supported, and empowered. Together, we’ll work to reduce emotional pain, manage stress, and build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self. You don’t have to navigate this alone, healing is possible, and I’m here to help.
Many clients come to me overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, or grief. Others struggle with low self-worth, life transitions, or feeling like they’re not enough. As a clinical therapist with over 15 years of experience, I help you understand how past experiences and current stressors impact your emotional health. I offer a safe, personalized space where you can feel seen, supported, and empowered. Together, we’ll work to reduce emotional pain, manage stress, and build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self. You don’t have to navigate this alone, healing is possible, and I’m here to help.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.