Bisexual Therapists in North Hills, San Diego, CA

"There is no normal life that is free of pain. It's the very wrestling with our problems that can be the IMPETUS for our growth." (Mister Rogers). Approaching mental health and psychotherapy from a person-centered, solution-focused, and action-oriented perspective allows me to assist individuals from diverse cultures and ethnic backgrounds with creating and maintaining fulfilling relationships while sustaining a balanced life.

Searching for a space where you can just be you? Sometimes life can present challenges that make it hard for us to simply exist as who we are. As your therapist, I will provide a space that is both comforting and non-judgemental. Here we can work together to help you explore unique aspects of yourself that can help you address hardship, live as the fullest version of yourself and a life that feels satisfying for you. My approach to therapy is client-centered, compassionate, collaborative, curious and rooted in the idea that you have the capacity to re-story and improve the reality of your life.

I think we all can have a time in our lives where we reach a problem or a series of problems and are faced with the question of "how do I get through this?" or "what should I do?" Regardless of what brought you to that crossroad, therapy is a useful means to help you figure out what to do next. Your time is important and your life is meant to be full of happiness. We all are transitioning from something and have to make the choice about what is best for us. Live your life and enjoy it.

Human beings have great capacity for growth and change. Having a supportive guide through the process is both helpful and meaningful. My role is to help clients find their strengths and apply them to the areas in which they struggle. I work well with people who have realized their lives are not going the way they want, but can't quite figure out how to do things differently. I am an interactive, engaged, supportive and collaborative therapist. I genuinely enjoy helping people be in the world the in the ways they wish to be.

I can help you cope and heal from sexual and relationship trauma. Trauma can fracture who you are as a person. It can make you feel unlike yourself, distant from others, and changed forever. This does not have to be permanent. Together, we can build resilience, access your strengths, and free you from your past. Learning to understand your trauma, manage symptoms, change unhealthy relationship patterns, and increase self-esteem can help you cultivate the life and meaningful relationships that you want. Many of my clients have experienced rape, sexual assault, childhood abuse, systemic oppression, and/or violence from a partner.

Hi, I’m Tara. I help stressed-out folks find connection and direction, especially queer and trans folks. I support and accompany grieving atheists, agnostics, humanists and other non-believers on their grief journeys. I help Exvangelical LGBTQ+ folks explore and identify their present-day beliefs and identity. Check out my website, Taramcgrath.com for more info. You can book an intro call with me on my site.

Whether you're seeking therapy to address a specific concern or simply to engage in a personal exploration, the therapeutic process can help increase insight, decrease anxiety and painful emotions, identify healthier coping strategies, and deepen relationships. Since finding the right therapist can be a challenging process, I encourage you to check out my website for additional information to help determine if I may be a good fit for your needs.

Welcome to my practice! My specialty areas include trauma, relationships and body image issues. As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, my passions include working with the LGBTQIA+ community, and neurodiverse clients (ADHD, autism, other neurotypes). As a neurodiversity affirming provider, I see all neurotypes as equal, and not an issue that needs "treatment". Rather, it is a process of finding your way back to yourself and who you really are. Additionally, I work with the ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, and kink/BDSM community. I work with both couples and individuals and enjoy working with all relationship structures.

Welcome to my profile! Are you seeking a therapist who specializes in working with Autistic clients and clients with ADHD? If so, we might be the right fit! As an autistic therapist with lived experience with both autism and adhd, my life's passion is working with neurodiversity. I am a neurodiversity affirming therapist, which means I do not see Autism or ADHD as problematic or something to be treated, I see them as a form of diversity. I work with neurodiverse clients to own their identity, heal from trauma, and work through internalized ableism to lead their most genuine and joyful lives.

Your sense of inner peace and healing are the focus of my practice. I am best at helping people discover and embody the best versions of themselves in the midst of challenging circumstances. I do depth work with individuals that have experienced trauma, are struggling with a major life transition or are trying to get over a major heartbreak.

Identity issues can cause intense feelings of isolation preventing so many people from living the way that they yearn to. This is especially true when there are layers of addiction, difficult relational patterns and past traumas. We become so much stronger when we face these things with an unconditionally present ally.

The world is full of stressors and we can all use a little support. Is there something out of balance in either your life or the life of your child? Have life's daily problems become unmanageable? Are you concerned about changes in mood/behavior? Are you wondering if a therapist could help? Through video or in office, you can get to the heart of the matter and start getting some relief. Changing the way you see yourself and your struggles can change everything. I am currently seeing adults, teens, and children 5 and up. Our new office location is opening June 2023.

Welcome! Are you looking to go deeper in therapy and address the trauma that is at the core of some of the anxiety and depression you are experiencing? If so, we might be a fit! I work with trauma of all kinds, but I have a specific passion for working with sexual trauma. I work from a trauma informed lens, and I work hard to make my clients feel safe and secure with me and in my space. I work from a parts lens, helping you to understand the different parts of you in new ways, and learning to provide yourself with the comfort and safety you have always needed.

Sometimes in life we get overwhelmed, feel stuck, and hopeless. Sometimes it can feel as though things keep piling up against us and it can be hard to feel complete. Some people may experience this emotionally, others more physically. Different things trigger these responses in us and make it hard for us to thrive. Whether it is the pandemic, trauma, depression, anxiety, family or relational conflict, self-esteem issues, racial injustice, or grief, having an outlet to make space for this discomfort can help alleviate the pain and move you towards a place of healing.

Couples therapy lights me up! Not feeling heard, understood, valued or supported? Repetitive shaming & blaming? Withdrawing? Needing help? Utilizing evidence-based EFT & powerful tools from PACT, NVC & IFS,I help couples create a secure bond & safe haven with each other. You'll learn to trust, support, hear & "be there" for each other. Develop critical self-awareness, accountabiity & WE instead of just ME mentality. Turn towards each other instead of away with vulnerability, authenticity, compassion & attunement. Discover attachment styles, the brain & nervous system, survival parts & trauma that may be hurting your relationship.

Welcome! My client’s often tell me that I am genuine, kind and put them at ease, while also challenging them at the times when they need to be pushed. I strike a balance between therapy always feeling safe and comfortable, but also a place where you can be pushed to re-evaluate you needs and actions. I specialize in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, as I am a part of this community and this is a passion of mine. The primary focus of my practice is trauma therapy, neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism), and the LGBTQIA+ community. I am also an affirming provider of all relationship configurations (polyamory, ENM, kink, BDSM).

I believe that we all have potential that can be discovered and activated within a strong therapeutic alliance. My primary goal is to guide clients in locating and tapping into greater balance and peace within, even with various levels of external chaos. It is often the minute shifts in thoughts and behaviors that lead to the greatest rewards long-term. One of my greatest strengths is helping humans tap into their authentic selves. I was a high school dance teacher and loved teaching my students the beauty of the mind/body connection. I believe practices in mindfulness and emotional regulation can be life-altering.