Therapists in Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA

Christina Watson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I conduct comprehensive assessments for ADHD/ADD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Math Disorder, Nonverbal Learning Disorder, and other processing deficits that can affect learning and academic performance. I also have unique experience with medical conditions that affect learning, such as premature birth, in utero drug exposure, head injury, seizure disorders, and genetic syndromes. I focus on discovering your, or your child's, strengths and weaknesses so that the best mode of learning is clear. I also make recommendations for home and school interventions and accommodations; that is, I help you with a plan of action.

Alyson L Lischer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CEDS-S
Verified
Verified
The primary focus of my practice is supporting individuals who are struggling with food and body image related concerns. I work with clients with full scope of eating disorders/disordered eating from patterns of dieting to working with clients that have struggled with a chronic eating disorder. Our relationship with food and our body plays a integral role in our ability to connect with others and with ourselves. My goal for clients it to help restore a safety with their bodies and food to allow them to connect more deeply and safely in relationships.

Theresa Gagos
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I offer a flexible and collaborative working relationship with each client in therapy, including meeting an individual where they're at to facilitate awareness, relief, and support the process of change. The relationship between a therapist and a client is an important one and can often be one of the richest, transformative parts of the therapeutic work.

Tracy M Johnson
Counselor, LPCC, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Making the decision to seek therapy is a courageous one and is the first step on the path to change. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I recognize that you are the expert on your life and welcome the opportunity to work together to explore your needs and opportunities for growth and healing.

Analia Chapero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I love working with young children (now offering in person sessions for this age group), as well as helping older children and teens with emotional and behavioral difficulties, self-esteem issues, and school problems. I also work with adults with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, and grief, and families with relational issues. I was licensed as a psychologist in Argentina in 1993, moving to the US in 1998. I have more than 19 years of experience in mental health services. I am bilingual (English/Spanish) and bicultural, and am sensitive to cultural factors in my work.

Matthew Weltsch
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I have been in private practice for 10+ years focusing on clients with relationship issues, personal growth, depression, anxiety, and LGBT issues. I view therapy as a collaboration where we discover the areas where you want to make changes in your life and work toward reaching your full potential. I believe it is important that you have a good fit with your therapist, and I begin the process by discussing your unique issues you are bringing to therapy to determine if I can be an effective therapist for you.

Lorri A Hilbert
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Most of us experience times in our lives when we feel stuck. We find ourselves in a place where we are unhappy or restless, where we are not using our skills and potential and might feel disconnected from our loved ones. In therapy, I focus on increasing self-compassionate behavior, gaining hopefulness, finding clarity in our beliefs and decisions, and recognizing our potential. I am a Certified Daring Way and Rising Strong Facilitator who brings Dr. Brené Brown's principles of cultivating a wholehearted life through authenticity, vulnerability, and self-compassion into my psychotherapy. I have also completed my teacher training in Mindful Self-Compassion.

Carolyn Klusmeier
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA MFT
Verified
Verified
Movement and healing are possible! Sometimes we get stuck. I love working with people who desire to experience freedom from the impact of old wounds and unsatisfying relationship patterns. I provide short and long term therapy for people who are desiring to process trauma or disturbing life events, such as accidents, sudden loss of loved ones, and past physical, sexual, or emotional abuse. I also work with people who desire to navigate life transitions well, examine unhelpful patterns in their life that get in the way of thriving, and experience relief from anxiety.

Brittany Curtis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I commend your courage in taking the first step to seek support. My desire to contribute to the field of mental health is fueled by my love for connecting with those who are suffering, being present to those who feel alone & empowering those who are in need of mental health resources. I am here to provide a safe & non-judgmental place to promote positive change & help you reach your therapeutic goals. I will listen with an understanding and compassionate heart. I am eager to collaborate & assist you in developing strategies that help you achieve your therapeutic goals as well as develop insight into your strengths, values & beliefs.

Sarah Ray
Psychologist, PsyD, QME
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Advanced Health Care is HERE To HELP during COVID-19. Now more than ever, life can be stressful, confusing, and painful at times. The purpose of our work together is to help you live a healthier, happier, and more meaningful life. Whether you want to be a happier person, to have better relationships, or to simply understand yourself better, I can help you achieve this. I combine support, insight, and direction to help you have the skills to better manage your life, and obtain greater peace and joy. There is no greater blessing than helping a person improve their life, and I appreciate the opportunity to help you!

Marissa S Massimini
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello, I'm Marissa. I have a passion for working with adult individuals and couples, as well as those that are within the military service community. I maintain a foundation of cultural sensitivity that welcomes individuals of all faith, gender, ethnicity and sexual orientation backgrounds. I have gained experience working with children, teens, families, and couples in a variety of settings, including outpatient, intensive-outpatient and partial-hospitalization programs. I utilize a client-centered and collaborative approach in my work, which emphasizes that your experience makes you the expert in your life's journey.

Allison Patch
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
At Patch Counseling, we aim to empower individuals from teens to adulthood. We help by providing a non-judgmental, collaborative place to learn how to balance responsibilities, establish a voice and gain self-acceptance. Our approach combines mindfulness and practical skills, such as time management and self-care to decrease symptoms associated with burn out. This is the time to learn how to gain self-compassion while maintaining motivation towards goals, so you can be the best version of yourself as you move through life.

Carol Susan Carr
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, MPH
Verified
Verified
I use compassion and acceptance to provide a safe place for clients to process issues important to them; meeting clients where they are emotionally and spiritually so that I can accompany them on their current journey in life. I provide a structured environment and interactive therapy session which focuses on the client's agenda. As a therapist, I draw from different therapeutic approaches appropriate to the situation including EMDR for trauma. When working with individuals, I feel it is important to look at their personal story, thought patterns, and behavioral strengths - as well as their relationships with others.

Jennifer Mendoza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
The journey to motherhood can be overwhelming for many reasons. Are you struggling with scary thoughts, sadness, rage or overwhelm during pregnancy/postpartum? If you've experienced a traumatic birth or if you’re riding the uncertainty of an infertility journey, you may feel robbed of the “normal” experiences of motherhood you hoped for. You feel like you're about to fall apart at any moment. But one thing is for sure: you're ready to feel some relief. You're ready to feel calm, hopeful and confident. Most of all, you're ready to feel like yourself again! I can help you get there- I will be with you every step of the way.

Rancho Bernardo Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Rancho Bernardo Counseling Services(with offices in RB and San Marcos) exists to help you with counseling and support as you address your life, relationships and challenges that face you. With years of experience, we would like to help you where you at and get you to where you want to go. With a number of tools, we'll help you examine your issues with lots of care. Relationships can be challenging and sometimes you just need help in developing skills to enhance communication, resolve conflict, etc. RB Counseling services can help. Marriage and couple's work is a specialty.

Schneider Counseling and Corporate Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Humor, fresh ideas, collaboration, gentle confrontation infuse my psycho-therapeutic style. With unwavering support, and a non-judgmental attitude, we can work together to define your counseling goals. You will have my full 35 years of experience and insight to help achieve results. It is my job to recognize your strengths as a unique individual, and help you to build on those strengths. I use a variety of psycho-therapeutic techniques, customized to your distinctive needs.

Karen Accardo-Baquero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
We don't always have control over the events in our lives , but we can choose how to handle them. Together we can navigate this process. My approach is client centered, based on the needs and goals of each individual client. I aim to support you through your journey, helping you rediscover your strengths, suggesting coping strategies, alternative thinking, and behavioral change to improve your quality of life.

Daniel Fuller
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I'm passionate about working with all types of individuals, and have experience with children, adolescents, teens, adults, and families. I've journeyed alongside clients coming to therapy for a wide range of challenges or concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, shame, guilt, abuse, grief, sexuality/gender, low self esteem, self -harm, and more. Some clients know exactly what they want to work on when they get here, and others need help discovering what they need/want to unpack.

John Lee Evans Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
People want straight talk from a psychologist, not psychobabble. They don’t want a passive therapist who just listens. Nor do they want a know-it-all to tell them exactly what to do. They want a competent psychologist who gives real feedback about what he sees going on. They want someone with real life experience who can relate to their problems as a professional, a parent or a child. Before becoming a psychologist, Dr. Evans had experience serving in the Peace Corps, running a business, getting married and having children.
Not accepting new clients

Kathie Sweeten
Psychologist, PsyD, BCBA-D
Verified
Verified
The decision to seek out therapy is not always an easy one. However, finding a therapist that provides support, encouragement and techniques that can improve how a person feels and functions in life is worth the effort. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. I have been licensed for over 20 years and I have worked in an office setting, in homes, schools and the community. I provide individual therapy, testing and assessment. I am trained in techniques using Applied Behavior Analysis, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the United States, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.