Trauma Focused Therapists in North Hills, San Diego, CA

Working with women and children is such a meaningful experience in this work. Supporting women in trusting themselves and building confidence and healing from pain is an honor. Things happen in life that caused you to question decisions you’ve made. Leaving you feeling stagnant. Feeling lost in emotion and without direction. Let’s work on finding yourself and building you back up. Working with kids is also a beautiful experience I have the privilege of doing as a therapist. Children are amazing little people. In this space we will work together to create tools and a foundation of managing emotions, communication, and strengths.

After 30 years of practice, I remain excited about new clients, new treatment approaches, and the joy of a client leaving my office with a smile and thank-you. I believe in being in the moment, being present, creating true and authentic contact, and facilitating opportunities for my clients to develop deeper understandings and practical skills. I work with a wide range of human problems, and enjoy the diversity that my practice has deliberately maintained. I work in an eclectic manner. I think meditation, laughter and play, are great for what ails us.

In therapy, I take the stance that I'm the professional but you're the expert. We'll work collaboratively in order to build skills and encourage communication that fosters rebuilding the connection in your relationships. I primarily work with Couples who are struggling to heal, manage conflict and communicate effectively. I also offer premarital counseling for couples who are ready to equip themselves with tools for prepare for their upcoming marriage.

Welcome to my practice! Have you been looking for a therapist to support you in your healing process who is affirming of your multiple identities? If so, I might be the right fit for you! I work with the LGBTQIA+ community, and have experience working with trans, non-binary and gender fluid clients. Additionally, I work with neurodiversity in my practice, specifically with Autism and ADHD. I work from a neurodiveristy affirming lens, meaning I see all neurotypes as equal and give them the respect they deserve in the therapeutic space. I provide sessions in English and Spanish and provide in person and virtual sessions.

I currently only offer online and in-home therapy. When we are in the midst of crisis we can question our abilities to overcome. Like quicksand, these self-defeating thoughts pull us even deeper into despair and we may become seduced by seclusion. Instead, I believe we should strive to accept our struggles as the catalysts that can bring us into closer connection with others and thus be more empowered to overcome. My practice of therapy involves helping people realize that to struggle is not unique and that connections with others during those times can be the difference between surrendering to weakness and reclaiming your strength.

In my experience working in many different counseling contexts, I have come to believe in the healing of a safe space with unconditional listening. I have supported clients through crisis, transitions, grief, relational strain, major anxieties, depression, everyday stressors and growing pains. My educational background is in psychology and faith integration, which supports my approach in helping deconstruct beliefs and/or incorporating truths and traditions into practice. It is my goal to walk alongside you on your journey, to help equip you with awareness and find ways to manage as you move forward.

Relational issues arise when we stop feeling security and trust in our relationships, emotionally disconnected, and unable to communicate our needs clearly to one another. As a marriage and family therapist, I am guided by the idea that the more effectively dependent we are on each other, the more independent and adventurous we become. I also believe that the quality of our relationships can deeply impact our mental wellness in general. Humans are bonding, relational beings who need to feel secure and loved in their close relationships. We need to know that we matter to our loved ones.

Feeling overwhelmed or hopeless? Facing a crossroads? Relief may seem impossible when you are faced with chronic stress or extreme difficulties... but it is possible. My name is Lotus and I may be able to help. I am a Licensed Therapist and Gender Specialist with nearly a decade of experience specializing in treating Gender Dysphoria, PTSD and complex trauma, depression, anxiety and disordered eating across the entire lifespan (9 to 65+ years old).

Hello I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have worked in the field since 2011. I grew up in the San Diego area and have worked in a variety of clinical setting in my local community. I obtained my Baccalaureate Degree in Cognitive Psychology from University of California Irvine and my Master’s Degree in Marital and Family Therapy from University of San Diego.

Our current Covid-19 climate of living, can be highly stressful and anxiety provoking for many people. Are you feeling anxious? Down? Stuck? Frustrated? Not sure what it is but cannot put your finger on it? Perhaps you have experienced a crisis and feel like you are spinning out of control. Or maybe life somehow now feels unmanageable. These feelings can cause an increase in limiting beliefs and negative self-talk, which can also affect your personal and professional relationships. This is not at all unusual, and IS very recoverable. It is my pleasure to help you make sense of it, regain your footing, and help you get back on track.

I believe in you. You’ve made it here, which means you’ve already taken action for change. Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered on your path to well being. You do not need to be on this journey alone. As a therapist, my goal is to understand your goals as deeply as possible. This will mean changing the way you think, feel, and act on a daily basis. Over time you'll develop useful strategies to modify your thoughts and behaviors. We will know our work is done when you are thriving in the life that you envision. You will take our work with you after we end and reap the benefits throughout your life.

Feeling uneasy, overwhelmed, having racing thoughts, non-stop worry, and low self-confidence may be things you have become familiar with. Maybe you have recently been experiencing some life changes or maybe the way you typically cope just isn’t cutting it. Some days it may feel like your worries, fears, and self-doubt are completely taking over. No matter how hard you try, you can't seem to shake the "What ifs." You want to get through your day without feeling completely overwhelmed by work, school, or caring for your children. You want to stop that voice in your head that tells you that you’re not doing enough.

Resilience is often described as adapting to difficulties in a way that leads to personal growth. If you are in a difficult season or struggling, therapy may help you tap into your inner resilience. Please visit my website to learn more about my therapy practice and expertise, and how I may be able to support you on your journey into resilience. I offer mental health support using evidence-based techniques for a variety of concerns (e.g., relationship struggles, anxiety, stress); evidence-based PTSD treatments (CPT, PE, EMDR); and faith-informed care for Christian clients that want to incorporate their faith into therapy.

I am committed to use my extensive experience and the effective skills I have developed throughout my professional career in mental health to help you feel better in a short time. I have a deep understanding of why we end up suffering or are stuck and unable to get to that state of well-being we all deserve and are capable of achieving. Sometimes one just needs a little help from an expert. At a minimum, my aim is that you leave having more insight into what the problem is and how to resolve it. We can do the rest together or you can try on your own. I am confident that you will not regret the experience.

Only 18% of Therapists in the United States performing Couple Therapy have actual training in how to do Couple Therapy. Most Therapists claiming to be competent in working with Couples are applying training they received in working with individuals to the Couple's behaviors and believe that this will work. It Doesn't! And with couples Divorcing at the highest rate in modern times, quality Couple Therapy is a Must! Finding a Qualified Couple Therapist is Essential! Extensive research has shown that Emotionally Focused therapy for couples has the highest success rate of any form of couple therapy and relationship satisfaction!

Here is what I believe: Everyone needs an objective person to help support and guide them through life’s challenges, transitions and hurdles. I believe the most important aspect of therapy is a trusting, nonjudgmental, and compassionate relationship with your therapist; therapy should feel safe, and provide you relief. I enjoy working with people from different background to help them discover their true self and overcoming the obstacles that may obscure their journey to happiness and self-fulfillment. I utilize humanistic mindful approaches to support wellness.

Does your sexuality feel out of control? Are you struggling to control compulsive sexual behaviors? I can help. I am a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist (CSAT) who can help you break free of these painful behaviors. Additionally, I specialize in couples therapy using Restoration Therapy, EMDR and perform individual and family therapy. As a group practice we work with clients of all backgrounds to help them create a happier and healthier future. Our compassionate, non-judgmental and positive approach will help you to feel comfortable and safe so that you can heal from the unique situation you are facing.

When someone significant in your life is acting out, it’s maddening. Is it them?..is it you? Are you weighed down with the effects of being raised by emotionally immature parents? Regardless, something has to shift. If you're in that space with your child, parent, or someone else; you know it can be a source of real suffering. There may be anger, depression, anxiety..it is stressful at the very least. Don't do this alone. Let's talk.