Couples Therapists in San Diego, CA

Working in the field of psychology for over 25 years, I’ve gained both professional and life experience. I’m an MFT and Psychologist. My specialties include: couple/individual/family therapy. Over the past 20 years, I’ve become established here in San Diego from Los Angeles where I completed my training, schooling and early career. In LA I began in social work with in-home foster care, expanding to mental health therapy for children and family systems. The treatment of individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety and depression has developed into deeper work with couples improving communication and safety in their relationships.

By providing support and practical feedback I help my clients resolve current problems as well as long-standing patterns. I work very hard to create a safe space for my clients, regardless of where you are in your faith journey or belief system. I will often draw upon my own experience to sensitively address your unique emotional, mental, spiritual and relational needs.

Is excessive worry or sadness limiting your life? Do you want to feel better and live a life worth living? Helping our clients overcome social anxiety, depression, communication & relationship issues, panic, excessive worry & depression is our primary focus. Visit Us at www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. By using proven therapy methods (We are Dialectical Behavior Therapy - DBT specialists) we will focus on specific problems, solutions, skills & reachable goals. We provide much more than traditional talk therapy & help you get results to help control your emotions & your life. By doing this we can help more quickly. Call us today to schedule an appointment.

Do you have difficulty trusting others or maintaining close relationships with friends and romantic partners? Do you struggle to manage your emotions when you feel stressed or overwhelmed? Do you often experience feelings of self-doubt? This is not uncommon, especially if you grew up in a household in which one or both of your parents suffered from mental health issues, either treated or untreated, or they had certain traits (lack of empathy, difficulty regulating emotions, unpredictable moods, narcissism). If so, then you may still be dealing with the impact on your mental health and your relationships well into adulthood.

Hengamed Motaghed, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist offering therapy for individuals, couples and families. She works extensively with problems related to stress, anxiety, depression, relationship stress/problems and chronic mental disorders. Dr. Motaghed has done extensive research and practice in the field of Cross Cultural Psychology and has worked with clients who have cultural challenges and cross cultural issues.

*CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Whether you are feeling disconnected from your partner, overwhelmed with the adjustment into parenthood, or are eagerly planning your wedding, you may find yourself feeling a need for additional support and guidance. I have a passion for supporting individuals and couples through life transitions and challenges. I create a secure and non-judgmental space where clients feel comfortable exploring feelings of uncertainty, fear, hurt, shame, and hopelessness. Using empathy and curiosity, my approach to therapy is warm and comfortable with a bit of humor along the way.

Charlie is recognized as a seasoned, direct, warm, ethical, "practical" therapist with experience since 1973. He's licensed as both Psychologist & Marriage and Family Therapist, competently helping individuals, couples , and families. Along with a broad general practice, he also specializes in: Relationship Issues (premarital & marital problems, communication, co-parenting, financial stress, affairs, infidelity, divorce, sexual health); Substance Abuse and Behavioral addictions (alcohol, marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine, codependence, ACOA, enabling, gambling, "sex addiction", out of control sexual behavior); Trauma Recovery (crime victims, post traumatic stress, loss, death, dying, grief, identity theft); Men's Issues: ("Men behaving badly", fatherhood, communication problems, intimacy concerns).

Do you find yourself at a crossroad? Are you wondering what you want to do, who you want to be, or how you want to be seen by others? Maybe, you find yourself stuck -- feeling like you have few or no options, or possibly, with too many options. Or maybe, you are trying to figure out which of the many ideas shared with you by your family, friends, co-workers or the world are ideas that you want for yourself. If so, these tough questions can have significant effects on your thoughts, health, and wellbeing. I am interested in helping you map the possibilities for your life, identify your skills that can help get you there, and

Do you feel like you are stuck in a loop of anger, resentment and conflict in your relationships? Does a part of you want to make different choices, but are worried about venturing into the unknown? Or do you feel like the ways that you have coped for most of your life are no longer working, but are not sure what to do differently? Whether you are seeking help as an individual or as a couple, we will work together to identify your goals and values, deepen your emotional connection and awareness, improve relationship satisfaction, and build healthy coping skills.

I work with individuals and couples and lead a recovery group for men as well as groups for partners of sex addicts. My practice has focused on men's issues with sexual and other addictions as well as anger and behavior management. Other areas of focus include relational issues and the associated problems of stress, anxiety, and depression. Emphasis is on the Carns model using the texts Facing the Shadows and Facing Heartbreak.

People often turn to therapy when feeling overwhelmed in their daily lives. I offer 20+ years in helping to navigate through these challenging experiences. With a direct and gentle approach and a bit of humor, we can address your concerns and worries. For some, this may mean addressing current stressors. For others, exploring earlier relationships will lead to understanding how patterns have developed.

Our relationships shape who we are, and feeling safer can significantly affect our wellbeing. When our feelings of safety or security are threatened, whether through instability in our relationships, experiences of discrimination, inequity, violence, chronic and complex trauma, or other distressing events and interactions, it may lead to anxiety, depression, patterns of ineffective communication/coping, or manifest in other forms. I have complete trust that you can make choices that promote your growth and health and will collaborate with you to help you reach your treatment goals.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with children, adults, elders, couples , and families across the life span. I value relational connections and I work collaboratively with people focusing on strengths and resiliency in order to promote personal growth, build healthy relationships, and create positive change. I believe everyone can benefit from having conversations with someone who can listen and help sort things out in a nonjudgemental, confidential and safe environment.

I provide comprehensive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for adults and adolescents with difficulty regulating emotions, maintaining healthy and close relationships, and tolerating distress. I have experience and training working with those who have thoughts or urges for suicide and self harm. I want to help you build the life you have always desired! I am also a trained Gender Therapist and enjoy working with gender-expansive and transgender youth and adults seeking support for their gender identity and/or transition process. In addition, I am a Level 2 Gottman trained Couples Therapist.

Have you been struggling to find a therapist who understands all of you? Sometimes you don't feel understood or how your various identities intersect. You can find a therapist who can connect with you and allow you to speak to your experiences freely. With my culturally sensitive, client-forward methods, I can help you explore values and meaning in your life and chart a way towards growth.

I love working with professionals, students, and academics who, despite their intellectual prowess, are encountering difficulties in emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, and existential issues. Because of my IT background, I especially like working with gamers, programmers, and introverts. Whether it is setting up a personal SLA for how you want to interact in relationships, applying RPG and other gaming paradigms to life, or having familiarity with life in the corporate world, we can quickly develop a shared understanding and language that reflects your world.

Are you living in a perpetual state of unhappiness? Are you feeling frustrated or angry about the way life is going for you these days? Do you ever think that if you made a few changes you would be a much happier person? Change isn't easy, but it is possible. Contact me now and we can set up what I like to call your "GET HAPPY HOUR". I work with both individuals and couples helping them navigate many different issues that may be causing them distress. I can help you get on your way to a happier you.

Ryan Landstedt is a CSAT through IITAP, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified in Betrayal Trauma, EMDR II trained, and trained in the Treatment of Grief. Ryan specializes in working with couples working through betrayal and addiction of all kinds. He also works with clients that are struggling with anxiety, addictive behaviors, depression, PTSD, emotional abuse, mental abuse and trauma of various kinds. His passion is to provide a safe space for his clients and to walk hand-in-hand with them, guiding them through the healing process.

I provide tele therapy for individuals, and couples for CA residents. I do not have a physical office in CA. I also offer treatment for trauma. In today's world we are all finding that after working full time there isn't enough time to eat right, exercise, take care of errands, help the children with homework, and spend quality time with your significant relationships. What we end up with is exhaustion, feeling "burned out", anxious, and maybe even depressed. You are not alone. Don't suffer any longer. It's time to address your issues and get your life back.

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** 28 years of experience as a psychotherapist. Specializing in couples /marital counseling, codependency, stress management, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Depression, and Anxiety. Utilizing solution-focused therapy. Telehealth counseling for California and Pennsylvania.