Couples Counseling Therapists in San Diego, CA

I believe that the goal of "happiness" we are all striving for, is not that of elation, but inner peace. Without an understanding of this subtle difference, many of us can find ourselves on a slightly different path than we have intended. Much of my work focuses on helping my clients find acceptance in themselves in order to listen to their own voices and create a life that is fulfilling. I believe that each of my clients are the experts in their own lives. In that way, our sessions become a joint process--rather than an "expert/patient" experience.

Are you are experiencing life changes, loneliness, low self-esteem, lack of motivation? Have you loss a loved one? Do you feel that being a parent or being a partner is challenging? Are you experiencing anxiety, insomnia or excessive worries? Let me tell you that you are not alone. As a hispanic therapist, mom, and wife I understand how challenging life can be. If you are considering making a change in your life, or wanting to improve your relationships and your quality of life, I am here to work with you in a collaborative way to help you reach your goals and improve specific areas of your life and your relationships.

I have over 20 years of clinical experience in the mental health field working with adults struggling with a variety of concerns. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (CA License #PSY15300), a Board-Certified psychoanalyst, and a fellow of the American Board of Psychoanalysis. I am currently an Associate Professor at the California School of Professional Psychology and teach classes at the San Diego Psychoanalytic Center. I have extensive training working adults in individual therapy and have expertise in treating depression, disordered eating, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and dissatisfaction with oneself and one’s life.

Are you struggling with feeling overwhelmed in balancing your career and family life? Are you a new dad dealing with stressors of parenthood? Are you feeling anxious or stressed about a new change (e.g., leaving home for college, adjusting to married life, making a career change, becoming a father, or starting retirement)? Are you wanting to be more present and engaged with the people you care about, or want to learn better ways to communicate your needs/feelings with others? My approach is to offer a warm, empathic experience while offering strategies to help improve your quality of life and reach your therapy goals.

I believe that each human being has a divine purpose. I believe that separation from this purpose is the source of much of our suffering. My role is to be a trusted companion on your journey back to this divine purpose - back to your authentic Self. In our work together, I invite you to reclaim sovereignty over your mental health through a process of radical acceptance.

Are you feeling stuck, unsatisfied in life?  Do you feel like each day is a fight because you are overrun by sadness, anxiety, hopelessness, and anger?  Regardless of your circumstances, please know that you have come to the right person.  My name is Dr. David Jaffe and I am a licensed clinical psychologist that has worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. I can help you to cope with negative emotions more effectively, reduce stress, improve sleep, focus, overall health and well being, reach personal/professional goals, reduce interpersonal conflict, and cope with past trauma more effectively.

We are currently accepting clients! AMALY is a virtual mental health organization that serves individuals and couples across California. We specialize in providing services to BIPOC clients.

Is your inner critic getting you down or in the way? That's exhausting and can get in the way of feeling like you can't be yourself or fully understood in your relationships. Struggling with intimacy, sexual dysfunction or relationship concerns? Sex and intimacy can be difficult to discuss and can result in patterns of pressure and rejection. Are you looking to improve your sex life or another sexual issue? Individual or couple's therapy are both options to discuss sexuality and relationship issues.

Let me part of your journey in this brutiful life. As Glennon Doyle Melton says "Life is brutal. But it is also beautiful. Life's brutal and beautiful woven together so tightly they cannot be separated. Reject the brutal, reject the beauty. Life is Bruitiful." Jaina is an experienced licensed psychotherapist with 17 years of experience providing exceptional clinical care to adults, couples , families and children. Jaina has many years of experience working with law enforcement, military, veterans and their families, and addressing women's issues, polyamory, life transition issues and treating an array of clinical issues.

Are you experiencing feeling stressed, alone, or just confused? Are you unsure about how you even got to this place? Are you feeling uncertain about the way the world around you is going? Would you like a secure and confidential way to work out what is going on in your world? Welcome! I am an African-American, cis-gender, woman, mother, and former military spouse from a multicultural household. I have witnessed the stressors that outside issues have on families, couples , and individuals. My approach to therapy is Collaborative, Client-Centered, and Narrative.

As a psychodynamic therapist, I work with individuals, couples , and families with varying issues and goals. Certified in EMDR, I specialize in trauma assessment on the premise of shame within the human condition. Through a holistic practice, I use evidence-based treatments such as Attachment style, CBT, Narrative, Solution Focused, and Strengths-based therapy with experience in clinical settings such as partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, substance rehabilitation, and schools.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed out or sad to the point that you can't live the life you want? Do you want to feel better & have a life worth living? Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) is a team of therapists that use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to overcome social anxiety, depression, communication & relationship issues, family conflict, panic, excessive worry & depression. Visit Us at www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. 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 appt.

I work with couples to renew the fire in their love life and sexual relationship , couples affected by addiction, as well as couples who are no longer communicating or are on the brink of divorce. I counsel men and women who have experienced depression, anxiety, and OCD. I work with individuals dealing with grief, trauma, sexual abuse, and childhood or partner violence. I also work with parents and adolescents. I am a Certified Sex Therapist and a Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who focuses on underlying relationship issues to help my clients experience a deeper sense of connection. If you have struggled with issues of trust, infidelity, constant fighting, family issues, low self-esteem, or feelings of disconnection, my style of therapy can help you discuss the themes that fuel the arguments and stand in-between connection. In a typical session, we can "map out" negative communication patterns and implement tools for some immediate relief so that you don't need to be in therapy long term.

It’s exhausting, isn’t it? Some days are ok. Other days you end up spiraling and crying under your favorite blanket. It seems like the good doesn’t last and there’s always some other problem on the horizon. You’re so tired of feeling stuck in this never-ending cycle. You wonder, “Why me?" "I’m the problem, it’s me.” — Guess what? You’re not the problem. The problem’s the problem. I'm here to help you remember who you are, and what you’re capable of, beyond the challenges you’re facing.

People come to therapy for many reasons. We all want to be seen, validated, and accepted. Finding the right therapist can be a powerful step to making meaningful change in your life. In my clinical practice, I have worked as a supervisor, lead therapist, adjunct professor, trainer and consultant. It is my purpose to offer the best care to those who are ready to move away from unhealthy patterns and into a more fulfilling, meaningful life.