Brainspotting Therapists in San Diego, CA

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Laurie Chapman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
5 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92122
I work to help clients reach their highest potential through the use of strategic and solution-focused strategies targeted to achieve therapy goals. I am also an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) consultant and HypnoBreathwork Coach and use these approaches to treat trauma and other issues in individual and Intensive contexts. Clients struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, complex mood disorders, recovering from a traumatic experience, or have an unresolved relationship issue are ideal clients for me. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. I can see you in-person or via teletherapy.
I work to help clients reach their highest potential through the use of strategic and solution-focused strategies targeted to achieve therapy goals. I am also an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) consultant and HypnoBreathwork Coach and use these approaches to treat trauma and other issues in individual and Intensive contexts. Clients struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, complex mood disorders, recovering from a traumatic experience, or have an unresolved relationship issue are ideal clients for me. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. I can see you in-person or via teletherapy.
(619) 324-3776 View (619) 324-3776
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Heart 2 Heart Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92120
We have therapists trained in EMDR and Brainspotting.
Heart 2 Heart Therapy offers compassionate, professional mental health services for individuals, couples, and families across San Diego County. We are proud to provide both in-person and tele-health therapy sessions, and we’re currently accepting new clients.
We have therapists trained in EMDR and Brainspotting.
Heart 2 Heart Therapy offers compassionate, professional mental health services for individuals, couples, and families across San Diego County. We are proud to provide both in-person and tele-health therapy sessions, and we’re currently accepting new clients.
(619) 745-4244 View (619) 745-4244
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Coastal Waves Counseling
Counselor, LPCC
San Diego, CA 92131
I am Certified in Brainspotting for ages 10 and up.
My approach to providing therapy is modeled through a strength-based approach, open communication and space for growth. I believe in connection, collaboration and goals for your therapy journey. I hope to create a comfortable pace with a sprinkle of humor. Growth is important as well as transparency, and I invite you to express your needs during this time to ensure your therapy goals are met with a sense of empowerment and hope. Therapy does not have to be hard.
I am Certified in Brainspotting for ages 10 and up.
My approach to providing therapy is modeled through a strength-based approach, open communication and space for growth. I believe in connection, collaboration and goals for your therapy journey. I hope to create a comfortable pace with a sprinkle of humor. Growth is important as well as transparency, and I invite you to express your needs during this time to ensure your therapy goals are met with a sense of empowerment and hope. Therapy does not have to be hard.
(858) 768-8127 View (858) 768-8127
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Alicia Lee Fong - Espacio Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92104
IFS, Brainspotting & Wavepaths (Music for non-drug psychedelic therapy) for individual adults in California.
I specialize in helping adults in their 30s and 40s who want to heal their childhood wounds, which are getting in the way of experiencing more secure attachments in their intimate relationships. Growing up witnessing dysfunctional interactions in our family of origin does not equip us with the best tools to have healthy relationships as adults. Relationship distress can be so overwhelming that it can drain our joy, creativity, work productivity, and even our health.
IFS, Brainspotting & Wavepaths (Music for non-drug psychedelic therapy) for individual adults in California.
I specialize in helping adults in their 30s and 40s who want to heal their childhood wounds, which are getting in the way of experiencing more secure attachments in their intimate relationships. Growing up witnessing dysfunctional interactions in our family of origin does not equip us with the best tools to have healthy relationships as adults. Relationship distress can be so overwhelming that it can drain our joy, creativity, work productivity, and even our health.
(619) 314-6525 View (619) 314-6525
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Heather Eisen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I work with adolescents and adults to address challenges related to finding relief from shame and guilt, relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, and inner criticism through self compassion and self understanding. I believe in the transformative power of understanding, connection and healing.
I work with adolescents and adults to address challenges related to finding relief from shame and guilt, relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, and inner criticism through self compassion and self understanding. I believe in the transformative power of understanding, connection and healing.
(619) 648-2745 View (619) 648-2745
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Heather Eisen
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMFT
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Treatment may include Brainspotting/EMDR, trauma focused therapy, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, self compassion, and solution focused.
I work with adolescents and adults to address challenges related to finding relief from shame and guilt, relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, and inner criticism through self compassion and self understanding. I believe in the transformative power of understanding, connection and healing. I use many different therapeutic interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, internal family systems, compassion focused therapy, and trauma informed care. My approach is compassionate and personalized while blending evidence-based techniques with a deep respect for your life journey!
Treatment may include Brainspotting/EMDR, trauma focused therapy, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, self compassion, and solution focused.
I work with adolescents and adults to address challenges related to finding relief from shame and guilt, relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, and inner criticism through self compassion and self understanding. I believe in the transformative power of understanding, connection and healing. I use many different therapeutic interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, internal family systems, compassion focused therapy, and trauma informed care. My approach is compassionate and personalized while blending evidence-based techniques with a deep respect for your life journey!
(858) 522-0145 View (858) 522-0145
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Stacey Sciacchitano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT, PPS
Online Only
Through a personalized experience in therapy with a blend of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Brainspotting, Neuroscience, CBT, and Guided Imagery, allowing me to bridge practical tools with deep, experiential healing.
You're high-functioning, a thinker, with insight and you’ve probably spent much of your life keeping it together, managing anxiety, and doing what’s expected. You may experience: worry, inner critic and shame, emotional disconnection or overwhelm, difficulty setting boundaries, fatigue, loss of motivation, carry a sense of “not good enough”, self-doubt, trauma, PTSD, you've had a breakup, or a transition. Do you want to understand yourself with compassion instead of criticism, soothe the parts of you that carry pain or self-doubt, reconnect with your intuition and emotional truth, feel grounded, clear, and at peace in who you are?
Through a personalized experience in therapy with a blend of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Brainspotting, Neuroscience, CBT, and Guided Imagery, allowing me to bridge practical tools with deep, experiential healing.
You're high-functioning, a thinker, with insight and you’ve probably spent much of your life keeping it together, managing anxiety, and doing what’s expected. You may experience: worry, inner critic and shame, emotional disconnection or overwhelm, difficulty setting boundaries, fatigue, loss of motivation, carry a sense of “not good enough”, self-doubt, trauma, PTSD, you've had a breakup, or a transition. Do you want to understand yourself with compassion instead of criticism, soothe the parts of you that carry pain or self-doubt, reconnect with your intuition and emotional truth, feel grounded, clear, and at peace in who you are?
(858) 465-4746 View (858) 465-4746
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Kristin Gorenflo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, my name is Kristin Gorenflo, and I am a licensed MFT therapist. Grounded in evidence-based practices, my experience and specialty are in trauma processing, inner childcare, couples therapy, addiction counseling, hypnosis for habit development, and EMDR. My approach to supporting clients in their therapeutic journey is guided by compassion. I am dedicated to creating a safe space where individuals can explore, heal, and grow. I prioritize in my approach empathy, active listening, and non-judgment to foster a beautiful supportive environment.
Hello, my name is Kristin Gorenflo, and I am a licensed MFT therapist. Grounded in evidence-based practices, my experience and specialty are in trauma processing, inner childcare, couples therapy, addiction counseling, hypnosis for habit development, and EMDR. My approach to supporting clients in their therapeutic journey is guided by compassion. I am dedicated to creating a safe space where individuals can explore, heal, and grow. I prioritize in my approach empathy, active listening, and non-judgment to foster a beautiful supportive environment.
(949) 430-6594 View (949) 430-6594
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Talia Morrison
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I build my frame of support around your needs, and offer guidance from theories including Attachment Theory and Emotionally Focused Therapy, as well as drawing from Jungian Psychology, Solution-Focused training, Brainspotting, and Grief and Bereavement psychotherapy.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 15+ years of experience supporting individuals and couples through relationship challenges, trauma, grief, and the complexities of caring for loved ones with mental health or developmental disabilities. I believe that change starts with the choice to seek support – and here you are! Let's take the next step together.
I build my frame of support around your needs, and offer guidance from theories including Attachment Theory and Emotionally Focused Therapy, as well as drawing from Jungian Psychology, Solution-Focused training, Brainspotting, and Grief and Bereavement psychotherapy.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 15+ years of experience supporting individuals and couples through relationship challenges, trauma, grief, and the complexities of caring for loved ones with mental health or developmental disabilities. I believe that change starts with the choice to seek support – and here you are! Let's take the next step together.
(619) 604-4820 View (619) 604-4820
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Cedric Staton
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
As a dedicated therapist, I believe in creating a therapeutic environment where you feel truly seen and supported. I’m not just here to nod and take notes; I show up fully—authentic, grounded, and invested in your journey. Therapy should be a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment, and where you can challenge yourself to grow. If you’ve been feeling stuck or if traditional methods haven’t worked for you, it’s not that you’re broken; it’s that you’re ready for something different. Together, we’ll dive deep to uncover the root causes of your challenges and work towards meaningful change.
As a dedicated therapist, I believe in creating a therapeutic environment where you feel truly seen and supported. I’m not just here to nod and take notes; I show up fully—authentic, grounded, and invested in your journey. Therapy should be a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment, and where you can challenge yourself to grow. If you’ve been feeling stuck or if traditional methods haven’t worked for you, it’s not that you’re broken; it’s that you’re ready for something different. Together, we’ll dive deep to uncover the root causes of your challenges and work towards meaningful change.
(619) 848-3752 View (619) 848-3752
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The Heart of the Matter Relationship Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92110
We believe people possess the inner strength, imagination, and determination to meet life’s challenges, but sometimes we get stuck and forget that we have these abilities. Individual therapy presents an opportunity to understand your feelings, thoughts and behaviors in new ways. There are times when the challenges in life may lead to anxiety, depression, helplessness and despair. You may be feeling frightened, insecure, alone and lacking direction. We take the time to listen to your problems and understand your situation to help you live a fuller, more joyful and positive life.
We believe people possess the inner strength, imagination, and determination to meet life’s challenges, but sometimes we get stuck and forget that we have these abilities. Individual therapy presents an opportunity to understand your feelings, thoughts and behaviors in new ways. There are times when the challenges in life may lead to anxiety, depression, helplessness and despair. You may be feeling frightened, insecure, alone and lacking direction. We take the time to listen to your problems and understand your situation to help you live a fuller, more joyful and positive life.
(619) 768-2395 View (619) 768-2395
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Christian Ernest Urias
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92104
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Do you feel not present in your life? It is sometimes difficult to feel like yourself in an ever changing and unpredictable world combined with life stressors. You are not alone and there is hope. Hello, my name is Christian Urias and I am a bilingual Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 10 years of experience working with adults, couples and adolescents. I have a passion for working with my clients to help create positive changes, and support them to improve their lives and achieve their life's goals. I help couples establish trust, build friendship and create a system of shared meaning together.
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Do you feel not present in your life? It is sometimes difficult to feel like yourself in an ever changing and unpredictable world combined with life stressors. You are not alone and there is hope. Hello, my name is Christian Urias and I am a bilingual Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 10 years of experience working with adults, couples and adolescents. I have a passion for working with my clients to help create positive changes, and support them to improve their lives and achieve their life's goals. I help couples establish trust, build friendship and create a system of shared meaning together.
(619) 949-3918 View (619) 949-3918
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Darcy McLean Aguilar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
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.
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.
(760) 978-6289 View (760) 978-6289
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Nancy Acevedo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
3 Endorsed
Online Only
A typical treatment plan may include exploring your emotions, identifying patterns, practicing mind-body techniques like Brainspotting, and building coping skills.
Have you spent so long holding it all together—overthinking, second-guessing yourself, putting others first, and feeling like it’s never enough, like you're not enough? Maybe you're exhausted from trying to please everyone, struggling to speak up, or quietly battling anxiety and sadness. You long to feel grounded, confident, and at peace in your own skin. Healing is possible. Together, we’ll co-create space for your VOICE, your NEEDS, and your GROWTH—so you can feel more like YOU again.
A typical treatment plan may include exploring your emotions, identifying patterns, practicing mind-body techniques like Brainspotting, and building coping skills.
Have you spent so long holding it all together—overthinking, second-guessing yourself, putting others first, and feeling like it’s never enough, like you're not enough? Maybe you're exhausted from trying to please everyone, struggling to speak up, or quietly battling anxiety and sadness. You long to feel grounded, confident, and at peace in your own skin. Healing is possible. Together, we’ll co-create space for your VOICE, your NEEDS, and your GROWTH—so you can feel more like YOU again.
(858) 956-7355 View (858) 956-7355
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Dr. Jessica E Arneson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPCC
Online Only
Are you stressed, burnout, overwhelmed, and suffering from overthinking? I’m Dr. Jessica Arneson and I specialize in working with high-achieving and highly sensitive/empath people who are balancing career, relationships, and personal wellbeing. People come to me exhausted from burnout or carrying deep relationship wounds—whether from breakups, divorce, or ongoing relationship struggles. These experiences can leave you questioning your self-worth and identity. Inquire about Therapy Intensives! Get the results of 5 months of therapy in just 1 month!
Are you stressed, burnout, overwhelmed, and suffering from overthinking? I’m Dr. Jessica Arneson and I specialize in working with high-achieving and highly sensitive/empath people who are balancing career, relationships, and personal wellbeing. People come to me exhausted from burnout or carrying deep relationship wounds—whether from breakups, divorce, or ongoing relationship struggles. These experiences can leave you questioning your self-worth and identity. Inquire about Therapy Intensives! Get the results of 5 months of therapy in just 1 month!
(619) 745-5837 View (619) 745-5837
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Angela J Clark
Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCC
Online Only
With 13+ years of experience, I use EMDR and Brainspotting to target distress where it lives: in the nervous system.
I specialize in EMDR and Brainspotting for First Responders, Veterans, and survivors of trauma. My approach is neuro-biologically informed, moving past "traditional" talk therapy to target the physiological roots of PTSD and chronic alert states. You can expect a direct, clinical environment where we work toward measurable resolution, not just venting.
With 13+ years of experience, I use EMDR and Brainspotting to target distress where it lives: in the nervous system.
I specialize in EMDR and Brainspotting for First Responders, Veterans, and survivors of trauma. My approach is neuro-biologically informed, moving past "traditional" talk therapy to target the physiological roots of PTSD and chronic alert states. You can expect a direct, clinical environment where we work toward measurable resolution, not just venting.
(619) 404-2543 View (619) 404-2543
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Emily Andersen, Eating Disorders
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92127
I am also trained in Brainspotting for trauma work
Do you struggle with your relationship with food and your body? Are you ready to stop constantly being in your head and being critical of everything you do, feeling disconnected from everyone and yourself? Let's do this work together and move toward weight neutrality and body trust. And in the process, let's increase our confidence and stop letting anxiety and fear make the decisions for you.
I am also trained in Brainspotting for trauma work
Do you struggle with your relationship with food and your body? Are you ready to stop constantly being in your head and being critical of everything you do, feeling disconnected from everyone and yourself? Let's do this work together and move toward weight neutrality and body trust. And in the process, let's increase our confidence and stop letting anxiety and fear make the decisions for you.
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Mindy Le Tran
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Sometimes it can be really challenging to make time for ourselves and for our mental health. For some of us, it's even more difficult when our identities and culture held no space for our feelings or emotions. We may have had to put up with crossed boundaries, invalidated feelings, unrealistic expectations, and conditional love that depended on how much we have accomplished. Those difficult and maybe even traumatic experiences that we, and our families, have lived through may have been written off as "this is just how things are." Although we may want to rest and pause, we instead might begin to feel shame or guilt for doing so.
Sometimes it can be really challenging to make time for ourselves and for our mental health. For some of us, it's even more difficult when our identities and culture held no space for our feelings or emotions. We may have had to put up with crossed boundaries, invalidated feelings, unrealistic expectations, and conditional love that depended on how much we have accomplished. Those difficult and maybe even traumatic experiences that we, and our families, have lived through may have been written off as "this is just how things are." Although we may want to rest and pause, we instead might begin to feel shame or guilt for doing so.
(619) 374-9918 View (619) 374-9918
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Dr. Janeth M Guzman
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
I am trained in EMDR, Sandplay, Brainspotting, Gestalt, Narrarive, and Expressive Arts.
I believe that healing happens when we pay attention to all the parts that make us whole—our mind, body, and soul. My theoretical orientation is influenced by Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Emotionally-Focused, Humanistic-Experiential, and Narrative approaches to treatment. This means that we will be going on an emotional journey together in which I will use an eclectic combination of clinical theories and techniques to help guide my work. I believe that the lack of emotional awareness and avoiding uncomfortable emotions can cause harm to our mind, body, and soul. My hope is to help you get to know yourself better.
I am trained in EMDR, Sandplay, Brainspotting, Gestalt, Narrarive, and Expressive Arts.
I believe that healing happens when we pay attention to all the parts that make us whole—our mind, body, and soul. My theoretical orientation is influenced by Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Emotionally-Focused, Humanistic-Experiential, and Narrative approaches to treatment. This means that we will be going on an emotional journey together in which I will use an eclectic combination of clinical theories and techniques to help guide my work. I believe that the lack of emotional awareness and avoiding uncomfortable emotions can cause harm to our mind, body, and soul. My hope is to help you get to know yourself better.
(619) 404-4477 View (619) 404-4477
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Jamie Stern
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
San Diego, CA 92103
I specialize in trauma processing using BrainSpotting and Trauma Resiliency Model.
Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
I specialize in trauma processing using BrainSpotting and Trauma Resiliency Model.
Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
(760) 227-2540 View (760) 227-2540

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