Couples Counseling Therapists in Normal Heights, San Diego, CA

What part of your life is most impacting you? If you answered sexuality, then let's talk! I specialize in issues regarding sex and sexuality- there can be issues of shame, abuse, discrimination, judgment, confusion, and secrecy- and I would love to help you define what your vision of sexual health looks like and feels like for you, your partner , and your family.

Life can be tough. We sometimes find ourselves feeling unfulfilled, anxious, depressed, and stressed. I work with individuals, couples , adolescents, military, veterans, first responders, and families. I have a broad scope of clinical experience, including supporting clients with depression, anxiety, marital conflict, career transition, and trauma. I believe healing is best accomplished by addressing challenges through a holistic lens which includes the mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of ourselves.

Do you feel a lack of connection in your relationship(s)? Do you feel shame around sex or struggle with body self-criticism? Are these challenges affecting your sexual satisfaction and overall sexual health? Through individual and/or partnered sessions, I can help you foster deep emotional and physical intimacy with your partner (s); you will learn how to express your sexual needs and desires while improving your relationship with your own sexuality. Your sexual, physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health are all interconnected, so you’ll learn how to prioritize your sexual health as an integral part of your general health.

*OPEN FOR TELETHERAPY*Choosing a therapist is tough! I know it can be really hard to decipher who you can trust and truly connect to. A healthy, authentic relationship between myself and my clients is a top priority, and I take the time to really nurture that dynamic. I have a passion for helping you connect to the parts of your life that need healing. Whether it be a struggle with your partner , family members, friendships - or difficulty managing your own anxiety and stress, I'm here to compassionately guide you. Based on your needs, I integrate evidence based practices (listed below!) that will support you in growth and healing.

Do you have difficulty trusting others or maintaining close relationships with friends and romantic partners? Do you struggle to manage your emotions when you feel stressed or overwhelmed? Do you often experience feelings of self-doubt? This is not uncommon, especially if you grew up in a household in which one or both of your parents suffered from mental health issues, either treated or untreated, or they had certain traits (lack of empathy, difficulty regulating emotions, unpredictable moods, narcissism). If so, then you may still be dealing with the impact on your mental health and your relationships well into adulthood.

Hello, my name is Kim Swain. I strive to be a culturally competent person and clinician. I believe the first step to making progress in therapy, is making sure that we develop a collaborative approach. I gear treatment toward emphasizing your strengths and solutions, beginning with assessing readiness and motivation. My therapy approach is rooted in Family Systems, Narrative and Structural therapies with various interventions to ensure care is tailored to you. To foster a greater self-awareness, self-esteem, growth, independence and the development of new skills that can be practiced between therapy sessions, as well as lifelong.

Are you ready to experience a powerful transformation in your relationship? As a compassionate and competent couples therapist in San Diego, California, I'm here to help you and your partner overcome the challenges you're facing and create a stronger, more connected bond. With my extensive experience as a university professor, best-selling author, researcher, and workshop facilitator, I have the knowledge and skills to guide you on your journey to healing and growth. Together, we can create a brighter future for your relationship. Let's start your transformation today!

Struggling with depression, weight gain, menopause, life transitions, and problems with your spouse and children can be overwhelming. However, these issues do not need to be faced alone. Working together with a collaborative, empathetic therapist can help you achieve the life you want, the relationships you desire, and optimum physical and mental health. My ideal client is engaged in his or her healthcare, eager to learn and transform, and someone who desires change within a therapeutic, compassionate environment.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Master NLP Practitioner, IFS Practitioner, and Sports Psychology Consultant, I LOVE my profession! I am deeply passionate about helping individuals, couples , families, groups, and athletes attain their mental, emotional, relational, and spiritual goals as a result of our work together. I offer my clients my engaged presence, insights, intuition, knowledge, wisdom, and resources to assist them on their personal growth journey. If you’re seeking a guide with a warm lantern to join you on your quest to live your best life, give me a call!!

Because each person is different, there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to therapy. Ultimately, the right therapist can help you develop a greater sense of peace and self-fulfillment. So it is important to choose someone with whom you feel safe and comfortable; someone who will listen, empathize, and respect your needs; and someone with the skills necessary to support you in reaching your goals. In the process, you will acquire greater self-awareness, and learn to cope more effectively with life issues. This is my approach to therapy. I hope I will be able to help you.

Hi, I'm Jill. What brought you here? Maybe you haven’t been feeling like yourself, or maybe you are ready to deal with the past. Together we can explore what may feel difficult--relationships, anxiety, or any symptoms you may be experiencing (poor sleep, self-criticism).

Neurofeedback is able to help children, teenagers, and adults who have experienced Trauma, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), ADHD and Anxiety disorders as well as a variety of other mental health symptoms. Neurofeedback, also called EEG Biofeedback or brain training, helps train your brain to self-regulate and correct issues that impact your optimal functioning. A self-regulated brain improves the functioning of the central nervous system, mental performance, emotional regulation, and physiological stability. A dysregulated brain has difficulty calming down at appropriate moments, adding physiological symptoms.

*I offer online and in-person sessions for those living in California* I specialize in working with individuals. I have a particular interest in helping people who are capable of functioning well, but who suffer from depression, anxiety, or relationship issues. I work with individuals who engage in self-defeating patterns who want support negotiating life transitions. I am invested in providing compassionate support for my clients around relationships, job, and family issues. I believe therapy is like going to the gym for your mind. Together we will build your resilience to roll with life's ups and downs.

We specialize in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) for the treatment of especially difficult to treat issues such as PTSD, Severe depression, Eating Disorders and the like. We are also well versed in issues of self-harm and frequent hospitalizations

If you’ve stumbled across this ad, you must be in need of some support. Are you looking for more than just a therapist, but rather, an overall mental wellness experience? Well, look no further. You’ve come to the right place. For more than two decades, I have been a first-responder to those impacted by trauma. Therefore, I have developed skills and expertise to treat trauma that impacts a person's quality of life, including mental health symptoms and relationships. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and substance abuse (typically used to manage the emotional pain from trauma), in adolescents and adults.

Are you looking to increase your healing and well-being? It is common for our instincts to lead us to stay away from uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. Sometimes we may feel depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or plain tired from issues that arise that we may not be able to solve on our own, and that is ok! Whether you have a short-term goal that can be reached in a few weeks or a long-term goal that can be reached in a few years, we will work together step by step to break down barriers and set you up for success on a daily basis.

If you have found yourself here it is because you are wanting to make a change in your life and/or your relationships. Maybe you have been feeling overwhelmed at work or at home, you have been experiencing low self-esteem, or you are stuck in a relationship that is no longer serving you. The therapeutic process is a powerful one where you get to work through your emotions and thoughts to come out even stronger than you were before.

Sometimes our inner world seems chaotic and stressful. Sometimes we feel like we are going through life surrounded by a fog and can’t see a way out. Sometimes we experience something so significant that our life is turned upside down and we have a hard time coping. Regardless of what you are experiencing right now, it does not reflect anything about your worth and you do not have to navigate it alone. My goal as a therapist is to provide opportunities for you to work through the challenges of life while reconnecting with your authentic self and embracing your inner-knowing.