Therapists in City Heights East, San Diego, CA

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Veronica Calkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.
A Licensed Psychotherapist specializing in trauma, crisis, grief, anxiety, depression, and relationships. Veronica provides an empathetic and caring environment to work through challenges without judgment. Veronica obtained her B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology and Master’s in Social Welfare at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She is trained in CBT, DBT, and family and couples therapy. She is also certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and the administration of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Deep-Brain Theta Stimulation.
(310) 905-5816 View (310) 905-5816
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Don Diva
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CSAT, CMAT
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns? Are you coping with the stress of life in destructive ways- by bottling up your feelings or acting out through addiction or in toxic relationships? You do not have to struggle alone. During the different stages of our lives, our relationships, and our family life cycle, we can get stuck in certain places. As your therapist we would work together to help you find what you need so that you can move through these stuck places, experience healthier relationships, find hope and be free from destructive behaviors.
Are you stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns? Are you coping with the stress of life in destructive ways- by bottling up your feelings or acting out through addiction or in toxic relationships? You do not have to struggle alone. During the different stages of our lives, our relationships, and our family life cycle, we can get stuck in certain places. As your therapist we would work together to help you find what you need so that you can move through these stuck places, experience healthier relationships, find hope and be free from destructive behaviors.
(562) 508-0059 View (562) 508-0059
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Monique Pierre-Louis
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
We all can benefit from having a space to discuss our thoughts and learn more about ourselves. But deciding to go to therapy can be hard. My experience is working with Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I have worked with people with various issues including, with anxiety, depression, stress, relational issues, social/racial identity, people pondering life choices, grappling with belonging, dealing with health conditions, struggling with sleep, the elderly, engineers at NASA, and people in the Silicon valley technology community. We all need to be listened to and heard by others.
We all can benefit from having a space to discuss our thoughts and learn more about ourselves. But deciding to go to therapy can be hard. My experience is working with Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I have worked with people with various issues including, with anxiety, depression, stress, relational issues, social/racial identity, people pondering life choices, grappling with belonging, dealing with health conditions, struggling with sleep, the elderly, engineers at NASA, and people in the Silicon valley technology community. We all need to be listened to and heard by others.
(510) 896-3685 View (510) 896-3685
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Annabelle Graven
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Beginning therapy can bring up a mix of emotions. Whether you’re feeling unsure, hopeful, or somewhere in between, you’ve already taken a meaningful step by being here. I specialize in working with adults who feel stuck in painful patterns—constantly questioning their self-worth, people-pleasing, struggling to trust themselves or others, or feeling emotionally disconnected or out of control. My style is warm, relational, and insight-oriented. I take an integrative approach in therapy with a strong focus on the mind-body connection and I am certified in Brainspotting.
Beginning therapy can bring up a mix of emotions. Whether you’re feeling unsure, hopeful, or somewhere in between, you’ve already taken a meaningful step by being here. I specialize in working with adults who feel stuck in painful patterns—constantly questioning their self-worth, people-pleasing, struggling to trust themselves or others, or feeling emotionally disconnected or out of control. My style is warm, relational, and insight-oriented. I take an integrative approach in therapy with a strong focus on the mind-body connection and I am certified in Brainspotting.
(818) 714-8607 View (818) 714-8607
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Kristi Hoops
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Everyone's journey to therapy is unique. My goal is to walk with you on your path to healing, understanding, peace, and purpose. I work with individuals trying to manage anxiety, depression, life stressors, trauma, grief, and loss. Therapy is flexible, and what we need can change from week to week. My approach as a therapist is holistic, utilizing a combination of methods that fit your situation best.
Everyone's journey to therapy is unique. My goal is to walk with you on your path to healing, understanding, peace, and purpose. I work with individuals trying to manage anxiety, depression, life stressors, trauma, grief, and loss. Therapy is flexible, and what we need can change from week to week. My approach as a therapist is holistic, utilizing a combination of methods that fit your situation best.
(341) 299-1896 View (341) 299-1896
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Jacqueline Shearer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Hi there, I'm Jacqueline! I’m here to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can be yourself. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and trauma. It can be very difficult and lonely to manage on your own. I use evidence-based practices. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. It’s time to reduce your suffering; you don’t have to do this on your own. I welcome you to reach out.
Hi there, I'm Jacqueline! I’m here to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can be yourself. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and trauma. It can be very difficult and lonely to manage on your own. I use evidence-based practices. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. It’s time to reduce your suffering; you don’t have to do this on your own. I welcome you to reach out.
(949) 792-3824 View (949) 792-3824
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Lis Elle Werth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, SEP, LMFT, LMHC-LP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I provide direct & compassionate, collaborative support. You may identify as: a creative, an artist, somatically curious, a spiritual seeker, longing for belonging, neurodivergent, queer, anxious, depressed, navigating shame, grieving, insecure, psychedelically-inclined, powerfully sensitive, emotionally dysregulated, attempting intimacy and deep relationship with self and others, and/or a trauma survivor. I'm here for the stuck parts reaching for clarity & ease so you can feel free to LIVE. I see California and New York residents virtually. I am a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
I provide direct & compassionate, collaborative support. You may identify as: a creative, an artist, somatically curious, a spiritual seeker, longing for belonging, neurodivergent, queer, anxious, depressed, navigating shame, grieving, insecure, psychedelically-inclined, powerfully sensitive, emotionally dysregulated, attempting intimacy and deep relationship with self and others, and/or a trauma survivor. I'm here for the stuck parts reaching for clarity & ease so you can feel free to LIVE. I see California and New York residents virtually. I am a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
(510) 369-1702 View (510) 369-1702
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Kevin Belcastro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hello, I am Kevin Belcastro, LMFT and I look forward to helping you in your journey of mental health recovery. I believe in creating a safe space for individuals to engage in the work of exploring core issues that may be contributing to mental health instability. I function from a trauma-informed lens and believe that the client is the expert in their life. I believe that the root to healing is through positive supportive connections with a therapist that works with the client in identifying strengths and positive solutions to meet current problems.
Hello, I am Kevin Belcastro, LMFT and I look forward to helping you in your journey of mental health recovery. I believe in creating a safe space for individuals to engage in the work of exploring core issues that may be contributing to mental health instability. I function from a trauma-informed lens and believe that the client is the expert in their life. I believe that the root to healing is through positive supportive connections with a therapist that works with the client in identifying strengths and positive solutions to meet current problems.
(747) 588-6986 View (747) 588-6986
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Jessica Salzmann
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Online Only
I'm here to provide a safe and understanding space for your healing journey. With a focus on cultural sensitivity and a trauma-informed approach, I aim to honor your unique experiences and background. Together, we'll explore the complexities of your challenges and work collaboratively to navigate them in a way that respects your cultural values and personal authenticity.
I'm here to provide a safe and understanding space for your healing journey. With a focus on cultural sensitivity and a trauma-informed approach, I aim to honor your unique experiences and background. Together, we'll explore the complexities of your challenges and work collaboratively to navigate them in a way that respects your cultural values and personal authenticity.
(858) 251-7103 View (858) 251-7103
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Lorie Chen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I believe that past experiences and traumas do not have to hold you back from working towards the life you want. I am here to help guide you through processing and understanding your life experiences in a way that moves you towards your goals, helps you develop happier and healthier relationships, and alleviates feelings of fear, anxiety, and self-doubt. I also know that for those who have grown up in immigrant families, or multi-cultural, or multi-generational households, there can be additional feelings of guilt, inadequacy, and frustration.
I believe that past experiences and traumas do not have to hold you back from working towards the life you want. I am here to help guide you through processing and understanding your life experiences in a way that moves you towards your goals, helps you develop happier and healthier relationships, and alleviates feelings of fear, anxiety, and self-doubt. I also know that for those who have grown up in immigrant families, or multi-cultural, or multi-generational households, there can be additional feelings of guilt, inadequacy, and frustration.
(949) 775-3928 View (949) 775-3928
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Dr. Sopagna Eap-Braje
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
I specialize in using cognitive behavioral techniques to help people struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, social phobia, and trauma. I have a direct, solution-focused, and empathic style that works best with people who are looking to change cognitive and behavioral patterns that are limiting their potential to be a more authentic and intentional version of themselves. My therapeutic approach is evidence-based and action-oriented.
I specialize in using cognitive behavioral techniques to help people struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, social phobia, and trauma. I have a direct, solution-focused, and empathic style that works best with people who are looking to change cognitive and behavioral patterns that are limiting their potential to be a more authentic and intentional version of themselves. My therapeutic approach is evidence-based and action-oriented.
(858) 358-7193 View (858) 358-7193
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James Kalupson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Your teenage son is struggling—maybe he's angry all the time, completely shut down, or acting out in ways that worry you. Traditional approaches haven't worked, and you're running out of ideas. He might refuse to talk, dismiss therapy as "stupid," or seem unreachable behind walls of silence or defiance. You know there's more going on beneath the surface, and you need someone who actually understands teenage boys—their development, their pressures, and what makes them tick. You want help, but it has to be real, not just more adults telling him what to do.
Your teenage son is struggling—maybe he's angry all the time, completely shut down, or acting out in ways that worry you. Traditional approaches haven't worked, and you're running out of ideas. He might refuse to talk, dismiss therapy as "stupid," or seem unreachable behind walls of silence or defiance. You know there's more going on beneath the surface, and you need someone who actually understands teenage boys—their development, their pressures, and what makes them tick. You want help, but it has to be real, not just more adults telling him what to do.
(323) 918-4284 View (323) 918-4284
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Nicole Mendez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Managing stress in this fast-paced world can be challenging. Managing stress while struggling with ADHD, Depression or Anxiety increases that difficulty. Having the right support tailored to your needs can make it manageable. Whether you are a parent, child, or young adult this can be achieved through gaining knowledge and skills. This can be achieved through improved emotional regulation, strengthening relationship dynamics, building empathy for yourself and others and resolving conflict in a healthy and efficient manner.
Managing stress in this fast-paced world can be challenging. Managing stress while struggling with ADHD, Depression or Anxiety increases that difficulty. Having the right support tailored to your needs can make it manageable. Whether you are a parent, child, or young adult this can be achieved through gaining knowledge and skills. This can be achieved through improved emotional regulation, strengthening relationship dynamics, building empathy for yourself and others and resolving conflict in a healthy and efficient manner.
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Talaye Zarafshandardaky
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Online Only
I specialize in working with teenagers and young adults, particularly those navigating anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, and life transitions. My approach is supportive and collaborative, helping clients build the skills needed to manage challenges and embrace their unique strengths.
I specialize in working with teenagers and young adults, particularly those navigating anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, and life transitions. My approach is supportive and collaborative, helping clients build the skills needed to manage challenges and embrace their unique strengths.
(510) 780-3638 View (510) 780-3638
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Tobias Park
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Tobias (Toby) Park, LMFT. License 147338. My role is to provide evidence to my clients that their struggles make sense, and that they are not going crazy for going through what they're going through. You have tools to get through each day you don't even know you're using. These are the tools we will leverage in therapy to create meaningful change in your life. My focus is on individuals and families.
Tobias (Toby) Park, LMFT. License 147338. My role is to provide evidence to my clients that their struggles make sense, and that they are not going crazy for going through what they're going through. You have tools to get through each day you don't even know you're using. These are the tools we will leverage in therapy to create meaningful change in your life. My focus is on individuals and families.
(747) 318-5454 View (747) 318-5454
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Navabeh Jordana Pezeshkan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome to my practice. My name is Jordana N. Pezeshkan, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals from diverse backgrounds. I take an eclectic therapeutic approach, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based practices to explore the past, present, and future aspects of your emotional experience.
Welcome to my practice. My name is Jordana N. Pezeshkan, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals from diverse backgrounds. I take an eclectic therapeutic approach, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based practices to explore the past, present, and future aspects of your emotional experience.
(949) 978-0193 View (949) 978-0193
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Jessica Rosas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Hi, I'm Jessie! I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen, supported, and curious about our own story. I work with individuals and couples from all walks of life, and I’m especially passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. Every person brings wisdom from their life experiences, and I aim to create a safe space where that wisdom can guide your growth.
Hi, I'm Jessie! I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen, supported, and curious about our own story. I work with individuals and couples from all walks of life, and I’m especially passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. Every person brings wisdom from their life experiences, and I aim to create a safe space where that wisdom can guide your growth.
(619) 914-6629 View (619) 914-6629
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Philip Nekai
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Online Only
Hello, I am Philip Nekai, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who holds a Master of Science in Multi-Cultural Counseling. My goal is to offer compassionate and evidence-based therapy to my clients, and I achieve this by building a trusting therapeutic relationship with them. I use a variety of techniques, including motivational interviewing and trauma-informed counseling, to help individuals facing different social-emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, substance use, and post-traumatic stress disorder. My primary focus is to support my clients in their journey toward personal growth and healing.
Hello, I am Philip Nekai, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who holds a Master of Science in Multi-Cultural Counseling. My goal is to offer compassionate and evidence-based therapy to my clients, and I achieve this by building a trusting therapeutic relationship with them. I use a variety of techniques, including motivational interviewing and trauma-informed counseling, to help individuals facing different social-emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, substance use, and post-traumatic stress disorder. My primary focus is to support my clients in their journey toward personal growth and healing.
(858) 330-6523 View (858) 330-6523
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Erin Hamer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! My name is Erin and I am from California. I have experience working with people from all different walks of life who may be going through some struggling times. I understand it can be hard to find a counselor who you feel comfortable speaking with. Much of my experience has been working with clients who are dealing with Relationship issues, Family conflict, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Woman’s issues, & Spirituality. My approach is empathetic and supportive.
Hello! My name is Erin and I am from California. I have experience working with people from all different walks of life who may be going through some struggling times. I understand it can be hard to find a counselor who you feel comfortable speaking with. Much of my experience has been working with clients who are dealing with Relationship issues, Family conflict, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Woman’s issues, & Spirituality. My approach is empathetic and supportive.
(916) 237-1258 View (916) 237-1258
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Liz Robinson Wellness & Consultation LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, APHSW-C, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you living with a chronic or life limiting illness or caring for someone who is? Are you navigating grief and loss? These experiences can feel isolating, exhausting, and even devastating—there is hope, and healing is possible. My goal is to teach you practical tools with compassionate guidance to help you cope, move forward, and reconnect with meaning and purpose. Therapy isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about helping you feel more grounded, empowered, and at peace. Reach out for a free 15-minute phone consultation to talk about your needs and begin your path toward healing and renewal. You have already taken the first step!
Are you living with a chronic or life limiting illness or caring for someone who is? Are you navigating grief and loss? These experiences can feel isolating, exhausting, and even devastating—there is hope, and healing is possible. My goal is to teach you practical tools with compassionate guidance to help you cope, move forward, and reconnect with meaning and purpose. Therapy isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about helping you feel more grounded, empowered, and at peace. Reach out for a free 15-minute phone consultation to talk about your needs and begin your path toward healing and renewal. You have already taken the first step!
(843) 612-1093 View (843) 612-1093

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Number of Therapists in City Heights East, San Diego, CA

100+

Average cost per session

$165

Therapists in City Heights East, San Diego, CA who prioritize treating:

94% Anxiety
87% Depression
83% Relationship Issues
76% Stress
72% Self Esteem
71% Trauma and PTSD
70% Life Transitions

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

95% Aetna
75% Cigna and Evernorth
69% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

How Therapists in City Heights East, San Diego, CA see their clients

59% Online Only
41% In Person and Online

Gender breakdown

84% Female
16% Male