Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in San Diego, CA
I believe we are conduits of our own healing and that our hardest stories can be transformed into sources of strength. Therapy is a collaborative process that supports this growth. I work with individuals across all ages and backgrounds, using a humanistic and compassionate approach grounded in evidence-based practices, primarily EMDR and CBT. As a therapist, I strive to create a secure, empathic environment where clients can cultivate resilience, acceptance, and peace, integrating these qualities into daily life.
I believe we are conduits of our own healing and that our hardest stories can be transformed into sources of strength. Therapy is a collaborative process that supports this growth. I work with individuals across all ages and backgrounds, using a humanistic and compassionate approach grounded in evidence-based practices, primarily EMDR and CBT. As a therapist, I strive to create a secure, empathic environment where clients can cultivate resilience, acceptance, and peace, integrating these qualities into daily life.
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing—not as a one-size-fits-all plan, but as tools we can use together to meet your needs and goals.
I work with teens and adults ages 12 and up, specializing in anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Mindfulness-Based approaches, and Motivational Interviewing. You'll recognize stuck patterns and reconnect with your strengths. Our work is collaborative, practical, and centered around what matters most to you.
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing—not as a one-size-fits-all plan, but as tools we can use together to meet your needs and goals.
I work with teens and adults ages 12 and up, specializing in anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Mindfulness-Based approaches, and Motivational Interviewing. You'll recognize stuck patterns and reconnect with your strengths. Our work is collaborative, practical, and centered around what matters most to you.
I am a sex therapist who utilizes cognitive behavioral, narrative, and solution- focused techniques to enable you to take control of your mental well-being.
Good mental health is not a luxury, it is an essential component of a healthy life. You have the power within you to change your mindset and become who you are meant to be. Let me help you learn to live and love authentically!
I am a sex therapist who utilizes cognitive behavioral, narrative, and solution- focused techniques to enable you to take control of your mental well-being.
Good mental health is not a luxury, it is an essential component of a healthy life. You have the power within you to change your mindset and become who you are meant to be. Let me help you learn to live and love authentically!
Dr. Mark Gregory Karris
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MDiv, LMFT
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Are you stuck in painful cycles of conflict, distance, or emotional shutdown—loving your partner but no longer feeling close? Many couples I work with feel exhausted, misunderstood, or afraid they’re drifting too far apart. Whether you’re navigating ongoing tension, emotional disconnection, or the aftermath of infidelity, I help couples slow things down, understand what’s happening beneath the arguments, and rebuild emotional safety, trust, and connection. My work is warm, direct, and deeply relational, drawing from EFT, IFS, and trauma-informed approaches to help you start healing and finding each other again.
Are you stuck in painful cycles of conflict, distance, or emotional shutdown—loving your partner but no longer feeling close? Many couples I work with feel exhausted, misunderstood, or afraid they’re drifting too far apart. Whether you’re navigating ongoing tension, emotional disconnection, or the aftermath of infidelity, I help couples slow things down, understand what’s happening beneath the arguments, and rebuild emotional safety, trust, and connection. My work is warm, direct, and deeply relational, drawing from EFT, IFS, and trauma-informed approaches to help you start healing and finding each other again.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Interventions and altered state interventions that access more profound levels of growth and development.
I am hopeful that you perceive me as warm, easy to talk to, and a good listener. I am committed to making it safe for you to express your feelings, explore issues, solve problems, and to pursue personal goals. I believe that I offer a depth of experience along with understanding, empathy and compassion. My goal is to provide you with tools to gain awareness and insight into your issues so that negative feelings and self-limiting behaviors can be confronted and resolved. In learning healthier coping skills, you will ultimately gain a greater sense of personal satisfaction in your relationships and in your life!
I use Cognitive Behavioral Interventions and altered state interventions that access more profound levels of growth and development.
I am hopeful that you perceive me as warm, easy to talk to, and a good listener. I am committed to making it safe for you to express your feelings, explore issues, solve problems, and to pursue personal goals. I believe that I offer a depth of experience along with understanding, empathy and compassion. My goal is to provide you with tools to gain awareness and insight into your issues so that negative feelings and self-limiting behaviors can be confronted and resolved. In learning healthier coping skills, you will ultimately gain a greater sense of personal satisfaction in your relationships and in your life!
I tell my clients that my theoretical approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Solution-Focused.
I work from a collaborative, strengths-based approach, assisting and supporting clients to be the authors of their own lives. My focus areas of practice are group work, individual and family sessions, management, residential & school settings, and outpatient clinical experience. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
I tell my clients that my theoretical approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Solution-Focused.
I work from a collaborative, strengths-based approach, assisting and supporting clients to be the authors of their own lives. My focus areas of practice are group work, individual and family sessions, management, residential & school settings, and outpatient clinical experience. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
Are you suffering from relationship pain, stress or traumatic memories? Do you find yourself struggling with health, career and financial issues? I have been helping people with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and relationship problems for over 20 years. I am an expert in helping my clients get out of emotional distress and into healthy thinking and living. I offer tools to assist in effective communication, boundary setting, stress management and conflict resolution. I help clients to manage difficult emotions, overcome negative thinking, feel more confident, and create loving relationships. I also specialize in EMDR.
Are you suffering from relationship pain, stress or traumatic memories? Do you find yourself struggling with health, career and financial issues? I have been helping people with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and relationship problems for over 20 years. I am an expert in helping my clients get out of emotional distress and into healthy thinking and living. I offer tools to assist in effective communication, boundary setting, stress management and conflict resolution. I help clients to manage difficult emotions, overcome negative thinking, feel more confident, and create loving relationships. I also specialize in EMDR.
Hi there, I'm Ashley! Seeking support is a courageous step, and I am here to walk alongside you on that journey. I work with individuals navigating challenges related to mental health, relationships, and personal growth. My goal is to create a compassionate space where we can explore your experiences, strengthen your emotional regulation skills, and help you build a fulfilling and meaningful life. My approach is grounded in warmth, curiosity, and practical strategies to help you navigate life’s challenges. I tailor my approach to each client, recognizing that healing and progress look different for everyone.
Hi there, I'm Ashley! Seeking support is a courageous step, and I am here to walk alongside you on that journey. I work with individuals navigating challenges related to mental health, relationships, and personal growth. My goal is to create a compassionate space where we can explore your experiences, strengthen your emotional regulation skills, and help you build a fulfilling and meaningful life. My approach is grounded in warmth, curiosity, and practical strategies to help you navigate life’s challenges. I tailor my approach to each client, recognizing that healing and progress look different for everyone.
It's nice to meet you! I believe that each client brings a unique set of strengths and skills that can be uncovered and mastered in their healing process. My role is to walk along side you and support you in this process.
It's nice to meet you! I believe that each client brings a unique set of strengths and skills that can be uncovered and mastered in their healing process. My role is to walk along side you and support you in this process.
I am an RN, an Educator by profession, and a certified Intuitive Coach. I have been in private practice for the past 20 years and have counseled Individuals in private and academic settings. In the past, I specialized in counseling children with ADHD and Anger Management, and I have books on Anger for children and adults. I look forward to helping you find solutions to some of your concerns. My therapeutic approach centers around Behavior Modification, Client Problem Solution, compassionate, client-centered Counseling, and intuitive coaching.
Warmly, Dr. Greene.
I am an RN, an Educator by profession, and a certified Intuitive Coach. I have been in private practice for the past 20 years and have counseled Individuals in private and academic settings. In the past, I specialized in counseling children with ADHD and Anger Management, and I have books on Anger for children and adults. I look forward to helping you find solutions to some of your concerns. My therapeutic approach centers around Behavior Modification, Client Problem Solution, compassionate, client-centered Counseling, and intuitive coaching.
Warmly, Dr. Greene.
I help you move forward through a combination of education, cognitive behavioral interventions, active listening mixed with relaxation and respect for your personal goals.
I believe that people come to me with something that they've been struggling with and they can't see the solution because they're in the middle of it. They get "stuck" in a story that defines them or something about them and they need help moving beyond that. I am very practical in the work that I do - I believe that therapy should address the issue(s) that has you "stuck" and you need to learn how to move forward; we all need to live and function in this world and we want to be happy!
I help you move forward through a combination of education, cognitive behavioral interventions, active listening mixed with relaxation and respect for your personal goals.
I believe that people come to me with something that they've been struggling with and they can't see the solution because they're in the middle of it. They get "stuck" in a story that defines them or something about them and they need help moving beyond that. I am very practical in the work that I do - I believe that therapy should address the issue(s) that has you "stuck" and you need to learn how to move forward; we all need to live and function in this world and we want to be happy!
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I find it a privilege and honor to hold space for individuals as they work towards finding peace and understanding in whatever ailments have brought them to ask for help. My focused areas of practice include psychodynamic, Narrative, behavioral therapies, trauma-informed care, IFS, and family and couples therapy. My approach to goal setting with clients is one of collaboration and non-judgment. Goals can always be modified, extinguished, or added depending on life and what sessions bring. In our first session, we can decide if we are a good fit, there are no hard feelings with me.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I find it a privilege and honor to hold space for individuals as they work towards finding peace and understanding in whatever ailments have brought them to ask for help. My focused areas of practice include psychodynamic, Narrative, behavioral therapies, trauma-informed care, IFS, and family and couples therapy. My approach to goal setting with clients is one of collaboration and non-judgment. Goals can always be modified, extinguished, or added depending on life and what sessions bring. In our first session, we can decide if we are a good fit, there are no hard feelings with me.
As a queer, person of color and non-binary therapist, I take pride in providing a genuine, lighthearted, non-judgmental but direct approach to those managing mental health and/or relationship issues. I also specialize in LGBTQ+/GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diverse) issues including gender therapy to the Trans community and their families/partners. I utilize an eclectic style with various modalities and interventions including DBT, CBT, IFS and whatever may be relevant for YOUR treatment and success.
As a queer, person of color and non-binary therapist, I take pride in providing a genuine, lighthearted, non-judgmental but direct approach to those managing mental health and/or relationship issues. I also specialize in LGBTQ+/GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diverse) issues including gender therapy to the Trans community and their families/partners. I utilize an eclectic style with various modalities and interventions including DBT, CBT, IFS and whatever may be relevant for YOUR treatment and success.
I use evidence-based approaches tailored to you, including cognitive (how thoughts influence feelings/behavior), interpersonal (how you relate to others), and strengths-based work.
Presently full until summer 2026.
Maybe you're managing fine on the surface with work, relationships, routines but underneath, there's still anxiety, regret, or the exhaustion. You might be navigating dating, complicated family dynamics, or just trying to build a life that actually feels like yours.
I work with individuals in the gay community who are ready to stop translating themselves. Therapy isn't about fixing what's wrong but about finally having space to figure out what fits.
I use evidence-based approaches tailored to you, including cognitive (how thoughts influence feelings/behavior), interpersonal (how you relate to others), and strengths-based work.
Presently full until summer 2026.
Maybe you're managing fine on the surface with work, relationships, routines but underneath, there's still anxiety, regret, or the exhaustion. You might be navigating dating, complicated family dynamics, or just trying to build a life that actually feels like yours.
I work with individuals in the gay community who are ready to stop translating themselves. Therapy isn't about fixing what's wrong but about finally having space to figure out what fits.
Brooke Mullineaux
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you find yourself facing the anxiety of a personal or family health challenge, managing the pressure of working as a healthcare professional, or dealing with the turmoil and pain of grief - you’re not alone. Therapy can be a dedicated space where you feel safe to nurture yourself, heal at your own pace, and discover more about who you truly are.
With over a decade of professional experience in both the medical and mental health fields, I bring compassionate support to those navigating some of life’s most challenging moments - helping you find strength and healing when you need it most.
Whether you find yourself facing the anxiety of a personal or family health challenge, managing the pressure of working as a healthcare professional, or dealing with the turmoil and pain of grief - you’re not alone. Therapy can be a dedicated space where you feel safe to nurture yourself, heal at your own pace, and discover more about who you truly are.
With over a decade of professional experience in both the medical and mental health fields, I bring compassionate support to those navigating some of life’s most challenging moments - helping you find strength and healing when you need it most.
Mary Okoth, LCSW | Trauma Therapy &
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92130
Whether it's a one-time traumatic event or ongoing stress that you've endured daily for years, stress and trauma can take a serious toll on your well-being. If this resonates with you, you’re not alone and healing is possible. I support adults with experiences of acute, chronic, complex, or ancestral stress and trauma; in addition to related anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, identity issues, and burnout. Together, we’ll expand your coping strategies and sense of safety. As you recover, a path forward will emerge where new possibilities exist beyond survival mode. I know you can get there and I’m here to support!
Whether it's a one-time traumatic event or ongoing stress that you've endured daily for years, stress and trauma can take a serious toll on your well-being. If this resonates with you, you’re not alone and healing is possible. I support adults with experiences of acute, chronic, complex, or ancestral stress and trauma; in addition to related anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, identity issues, and burnout. Together, we’ll expand your coping strategies and sense of safety. As you recover, a path forward will emerge where new possibilities exist beyond survival mode. I know you can get there and I’m here to support!
I have advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and I utilize a combination of techniques and treatment strategies to help patients work from within a Strengths-Based Cognitive Behavioral Modality, to make gains in treatment and their overall lives.
I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to you. My name is Dr. Norman Severe and I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has worked in the local San Diego community for over 20 years. For the past 23 years, I have devoted my private practice to serving the mental health needs of children, adolescents, and families in need of therapeutic and psychological support. I believe everyone can achieve great things in their lives by recognizing their strengths, working through struggles, and overcoming obstacles by persevering and never giving up.
I have advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and I utilize a combination of techniques and treatment strategies to help patients work from within a Strengths-Based Cognitive Behavioral Modality, to make gains in treatment and their overall lives.
I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to you. My name is Dr. Norman Severe and I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has worked in the local San Diego community for over 20 years. For the past 23 years, I have devoted my private practice to serving the mental health needs of children, adolescents, and families in need of therapeutic and psychological support. I believe everyone can achieve great things in their lives by recognizing their strengths, working through struggles, and overcoming obstacles by persevering and never giving up.
We use evidence-based treatments including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Exposure for anxiety, and mindfulness-based interventions such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
We have immediate openings and will respond to you within one business day! The skilled psychologists at CME treat men, women, fathers, couples, families and children. CME clinicians provide structured, scientifically-supported psychological support designed to give clients the tools they need to better manage their issues and to thrive long-term. We specialize in issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, social and relationship concerns, sleep troubles, a history of trauma, substance use/addiction, fatherhood, life transitions, medical conditions, and sexual difficulties.
We use evidence-based treatments including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Exposure for anxiety, and mindfulness-based interventions such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
We have immediate openings and will respond to you within one business day! The skilled psychologists at CME treat men, women, fathers, couples, families and children. CME clinicians provide structured, scientifically-supported psychological support designed to give clients the tools they need to better manage their issues and to thrive long-term. We specialize in issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, social and relationship concerns, sleep troubles, a history of trauma, substance use/addiction, fatherhood, life transitions, medical conditions, and sexual difficulties.
My hope is that all of my clients will begin to approach both themselves and their world with more gentleness. With so many beautiful moments to capture, do you ever stop and notice what it is that you attend to? These are the things that are filling your life. I believe that small moments are actually opportunities to develop more peaceful encounters with ourselves. Fortunately, we can recreate the way we speak to ourselves. I have over fifteen years of experience and have treated children, adolescents and adults with trauma, depression, anxiety and learning differences.
My hope is that all of my clients will begin to approach both themselves and their world with more gentleness. With so many beautiful moments to capture, do you ever stop and notice what it is that you attend to? These are the things that are filling your life. I believe that small moments are actually opportunities to develop more peaceful encounters with ourselves. Fortunately, we can recreate the way we speak to ourselves. I have over fifteen years of experience and have treated children, adolescents and adults with trauma, depression, anxiety and learning differences.
Do you feel stuck in your relationship or your career? Are you tired of settling for less than you want even though you want much more? If you are looking for more clarity, meaning , and purpose in your life to help you make the most important life choices, now is the time to connect with a therapist who can help. As a therapist with over 25 years' experience, I help adult men and women clearly identify and and prioritize their most critical needs to live more fulfilling lives.
Do you feel stuck in your relationship or your career? Are you tired of settling for less than you want even though you want much more? If you are looking for more clarity, meaning , and purpose in your life to help you make the most important life choices, now is the time to connect with a therapist who can help. As a therapist with over 25 years' experience, I help adult men and women clearly identify and and prioritize their most critical needs to live more fulfilling lives.
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