Divorce Therapists in San Diego, CA
In therapy, my focus is on helping you understand what’s been keeping you stuck and providing tools to move forward with clarity and confidence. I work with adults healing from difficult or narcissistic relationships, rebuilding self-worth, and creating empowering boundaries. Sessions are collaborative and practical, offering space to process and strategies you can use right away. My goal is for therapy to feel like a supportive reset—a place to untangle stress, reconnect with yourself, and build relationships and a life that feel lighter and healthier.
In therapy, my focus is on helping you understand what’s been keeping you stuck and providing tools to move forward with clarity and confidence. I work with adults healing from difficult or narcissistic relationships, rebuilding self-worth, and creating empowering boundaries. Sessions are collaborative and practical, offering space to process and strategies you can use right away. My goal is for therapy to feel like a supportive reset—a place to untangle stress, reconnect with yourself, and build relationships and a life that feel lighter and healthier.
I’m Allyson Moncada, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. While I was blessed in many ways growing up, I also faced hardships at a young age. Reflecting on my experiences and my desire to help others led me to become a therapist. I connect deeply with clients and focus on providing empathy and understanding while offering directive feedback and evidence-based strategies. I strive to stay attuned, supporting and gently challenging clients throughout the therapy process.
I’m Allyson Moncada, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. While I was blessed in many ways growing up, I also faced hardships at a young age. Reflecting on my experiences and my desire to help others led me to become a therapist. I connect deeply with clients and focus on providing empathy and understanding while offering directive feedback and evidence-based strategies. I strive to stay attuned, supporting and gently challenging clients throughout the therapy process.
When your child is struggling with big emotions, challenging behaviors, or difficult life experiences, it can leave you feeling unsure, exhausted, and worried about what to do next. You may have tried different strategies, but things still feel stuck and the tension at home continues to build. If this sounds familiar, I want you to know you are not alone.
In our work together, your child will have a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, process experiences, and build coping skills in a way that feels natural and comfortable.
When your child is struggling with big emotions, challenging behaviors, or difficult life experiences, it can leave you feeling unsure, exhausted, and worried about what to do next. You may have tried different strategies, but things still feel stuck and the tension at home continues to build. If this sounds familiar, I want you to know you are not alone.
In our work together, your child will have a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, process experiences, and build coping skills in a way that feels natural and comfortable.
I can help with divorce, transition, pre-college counseling, experiences with bullying , school drama, children with trauma, military families pre-and post deployment adjustments counseling, middle school adjustment, coping with cyber bullying, self harming behaviors, eating disorders, sibling mediation, school motivational behavioral and academic issues.
Hello, my name is Kassandra Estrella and I am a bilingual Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in supporting children, teens, young adults, and families through life’s challenges. I am also experienced and enjoy working with military/veteran and first responder families. My focus areas include anxiety, depression, and trauma, where I aim to provide effective strategies to help my clients regain balance and peace of mind. My approach is rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), both of which are powerful tools for managing stressors and cultivating a meaningful life.
I can help with divorce, transition, pre-college counseling, experiences with bullying , school drama, children with trauma, military families pre-and post deployment adjustments counseling, middle school adjustment, coping with cyber bullying, self harming behaviors, eating disorders, sibling mediation, school motivational behavioral and academic issues.
Hello, my name is Kassandra Estrella and I am a bilingual Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in supporting children, teens, young adults, and families through life’s challenges. I am also experienced and enjoy working with military/veteran and first responder families. My focus areas include anxiety, depression, and trauma, where I aim to provide effective strategies to help my clients regain balance and peace of mind. My approach is rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), both of which are powerful tools for managing stressors and cultivating a meaningful life.
I work with couples who are considering divorce but are not sure about separating.
I have advanced training in an evidence based model called Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), this model helps couples understand how they react to each other and helps them communicate from vulnerability rather than from reactivity. I am a couple therapist who is in charge of facilitating a conversation where the couple can listen to each other.
I work with couples who are considering divorce but are not sure about separating.
I have advanced training in an evidence based model called Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), this model helps couples understand how they react to each other and helps them communicate from vulnerability rather than from reactivity. I am a couple therapist who is in charge of facilitating a conversation where the couple can listen to each other.
San Diego Divorce Counseling Center Lynn Waldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
You've decided to divorce and the feelings of fear, resentment and anger are overwhelming.
You're disappointed in your marriage and in your partner. Your vows meant something to you. For many years, you sucked it up and hoped things would get better. Now you wonder, why did I stay for so long? If you question how you've been living your life, and how things could have gone so wrong, then you've come to the right place.
You've decided to divorce and the feelings of fear, resentment and anger are overwhelming.
You're disappointed in your marriage and in your partner. Your vows meant something to you. For many years, you sucked it up and hoped things would get better. Now you wonder, why did I stay for so long? If you question how you've been living your life, and how things could have gone so wrong, then you've come to the right place.
As a therapist, I aim to help clients build healthy relationships with themselves and others by promoting authenticity, empathy, self-love, boundaries, and awareness to facilitate positive, lasting change. I focus on establishing a natural and accepting setting where clients can freely express themselves, and work through their challenges, insecurities, and fears while feeling safe and accepted. I use a combination of evidence-based practices, modalities, and interventions customized to each client's specific needs.
As a therapist, I aim to help clients build healthy relationships with themselves and others by promoting authenticity, empathy, self-love, boundaries, and awareness to facilitate positive, lasting change. I focus on establishing a natural and accepting setting where clients can freely express themselves, and work through their challenges, insecurities, and fears while feeling safe and accepted. I use a combination of evidence-based practices, modalities, and interventions customized to each client's specific needs.
I specialize in supporting individuals navigating through challenging life transitions, such as coping with the loss of a loved one, divorce, or job changes.
If you arrived here, it's likely because you've experienced a loss. Whether it is the death of a loved one, the end of a friendship, a divorce, or a career change, grief is a natural response to these events. My mission is to provide support and guidance as you process your grief and transition. You don't have to walk this journey alone. I am here to be your coach and companion, offering a safe and compassionate space for you to express and explore your emotions.
I specialize in supporting individuals navigating through challenging life transitions, such as coping with the loss of a loved one, divorce, or job changes.
If you arrived here, it's likely because you've experienced a loss. Whether it is the death of a loved one, the end of a friendship, a divorce, or a career change, grief is a natural response to these events. My mission is to provide support and guidance as you process your grief and transition. You don't have to walk this journey alone. I am here to be your coach and companion, offering a safe and compassionate space for you to express and explore your emotions.
My specialties include family therapy, particularly issues related to divorce and blended family.
I offer a variety of counseling services for individuals, and families to help find ways to increase understanding of themselves and others, and identify and practice new approaches to existing problems. My approach is compassionate, but direct and goal-oriented. My work as a psychotherapist is grounded in the extensive study and experience in individual and relational psychotherapy. I am on some insurance panels.
My specialties include family therapy, particularly issues related to divorce and blended family.
I offer a variety of counseling services for individuals, and families to help find ways to increase understanding of themselves and others, and identify and practice new approaches to existing problems. My approach is compassionate, but direct and goal-oriented. My work as a psychotherapist is grounded in the extensive study and experience in individual and relational psychotherapy. I am on some insurance panels.
I work with couples who care deeply about one another, yet find themselves stuck in patterns that create distance, tension, or repeated conflict. Often, they are thoughtful, capable people who function well in many areas of life, but feel confused or discouraged about why their relationship feels harder than it should. They want more than tools or techniques—they want to understand what’s happening beneath the surface, restore emotional closeness, and build a relationship that feels alive, secure, and sustaining.
I work with couples who care deeply about one another, yet find themselves stuck in patterns that create distance, tension, or repeated conflict. Often, they are thoughtful, capable people who function well in many areas of life, but feel confused or discouraged about why their relationship feels harder than it should. They want more than tools or techniques—they want to understand what’s happening beneath the surface, restore emotional closeness, and build a relationship that feels alive, secure, and sustaining.
Do you need support during your Divorce?
How can Family Therapy help you? Is there someone in your family that seems to be the center of all the conflict? Do you feel helpless or that your situation is out of control? If you and your family are struggling, let me help you. I help families resolve behavioral issues through guiding parents with positive parenting strategies. I also support children so they learn different coping skills to express their emotions without acting out in undesirable ways. Family therapy can strengthen the parent-child bond and decrease unwanted behaviors. Parents can learn new ways to help their children and gain the confidence they need.
Do you need support during your Divorce?
How can Family Therapy help you? Is there someone in your family that seems to be the center of all the conflict? Do you feel helpless or that your situation is out of control? If you and your family are struggling, let me help you. I help families resolve behavioral issues through guiding parents with positive parenting strategies. I also support children so they learn different coping skills to express their emotions without acting out in undesirable ways. Family therapy can strengthen the parent-child bond and decrease unwanted behaviors. Parents can learn new ways to help their children and gain the confidence they need.
I work with children, adolescents and adults addressing clinical conditions and life problems throughout individual, family and couple therapy (i.e., depression, anxiety, panic disorder, posttraumatic stress disorders; and domestic violence, child abuse, divorce, co-parenting and adoption).
I love the work I do, although it involves dealing with people's painful life events and dynamics. I strongly believe in change. I am privileged because daily I witness our human capacity for healing and growth. My ideal client is the one ready to face truth, find hope and strength to change his or her life circumstances. My style, training, and professional experience emphasize understanding culture, working in the context of family and community, completing treatment goals, developing prevention plans and understanding our individual and family histories (short and long term treatment according to family or individual's needs).
I work with children, adolescents and adults addressing clinical conditions and life problems throughout individual, family and couple therapy (i.e., depression, anxiety, panic disorder, posttraumatic stress disorders; and domestic violence, child abuse, divorce, co-parenting and adoption).
I love the work I do, although it involves dealing with people's painful life events and dynamics. I strongly believe in change. I am privileged because daily I witness our human capacity for healing and growth. My ideal client is the one ready to face truth, find hope and strength to change his or her life circumstances. My style, training, and professional experience emphasize understanding culture, working in the context of family and community, completing treatment goals, developing prevention plans and understanding our individual and family histories (short and long term treatment according to family or individual's needs).
Judy Kaplan Baron, Ph.D., Master Career Counselor
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, NCCC
Online Only
Life can be challenging, frustrating, and difficult. Rather than being depressed anxious, angry, or frustrated, consider positive ways to move ahead. If career, relationship problems, or other personal issues are getting you down, learn how to overcome the difficulties. I offer practical strategies and insight that can make huge differences in the quality of your life.
Sometimes, a different perspective or problem-solving idea provides enough clarity to help you be happier. For over 25 years, I have been assisting people just like you in making healthier, life changing decisions leading to happier, more fulfilling personal and professional lives.
Life can be challenging, frustrating, and difficult. Rather than being depressed anxious, angry, or frustrated, consider positive ways to move ahead. If career, relationship problems, or other personal issues are getting you down, learn how to overcome the difficulties. I offer practical strategies and insight that can make huge differences in the quality of your life.
Sometimes, a different perspective or problem-solving idea provides enough clarity to help you be happier. For over 25 years, I have been assisting people just like you in making healthier, life changing decisions leading to happier, more fulfilling personal and professional lives.
(Please note: if you are in search of coaching to heal from divorce, please visit my website at www dot Divorced Moms Thriving dot com) Therapy and coaching are intentionally kept separate.
Can I just start with this? I am so impressed that you are reaching out so that you can heal. This is a step that many people struggle with and it needs to be honored. Trauma effects every aspect of our lives in obvious and often hidden ways. And maybe you've come to the realization that going through the motions, avoiding the pain, and trying to appear "normal" and "fine" just isn't working anymore. You're tired of your past traumas and experiences affecting your marriage, your ability to parent, your job, your relationships, and just your day to day life. You want peace. You want joy. You want the freedom to just live your life.
(Please note: if you are in search of coaching to heal from divorce, please visit my website at www dot Divorced Moms Thriving dot com) Therapy and coaching are intentionally kept separate.
Can I just start with this? I am so impressed that you are reaching out so that you can heal. This is a step that many people struggle with and it needs to be honored. Trauma effects every aspect of our lives in obvious and often hidden ways. And maybe you've come to the realization that going through the motions, avoiding the pain, and trying to appear "normal" and "fine" just isn't working anymore. You're tired of your past traumas and experiences affecting your marriage, your ability to parent, your job, your relationships, and just your day to day life. You want peace. You want joy. You want the freedom to just live your life.
Everyone, at one time or another, encounters challenging experiences which can leave a lasting, negative effect. These challenging or traumatic experiences can leave wounds of shame that can hinder one from being they're true, authentic self. Depression, anxiety, OCD, lowered self esteem and other negative effects can result. I specialize in helping people heal these wounds and resolve the negative effects which results in living a more authentic and assertive life. We will journey and collaborate together to help you achieve your goals. I work with teens, individuals, couples and families on a variety of areas.
Everyone, at one time or another, encounters challenging experiences which can leave a lasting, negative effect. These challenging or traumatic experiences can leave wounds of shame that can hinder one from being they're true, authentic self. Depression, anxiety, OCD, lowered self esteem and other negative effects can result. I specialize in helping people heal these wounds and resolve the negative effects which results in living a more authentic and assertive life. We will journey and collaborate together to help you achieve your goals. I work with teens, individuals, couples and families on a variety of areas.
Have you found yourself feeling more anxious or stressed? Maybe your body is speaking to you through headaches, stomach issues or illnesses and other practitioners can't seem to get it right. This is your sign to take control back with my Holistic approach to psychotherapy. Let me help guide you through this journey of finding empowerment to build a healthier version of yourself and in turn, healthier and more meaningful relationships.
Have you found yourself feeling more anxious or stressed? Maybe your body is speaking to you through headaches, stomach issues or illnesses and other practitioners can't seem to get it right. This is your sign to take control back with my Holistic approach to psychotherapy. Let me help guide you through this journey of finding empowerment to build a healthier version of yourself and in turn, healthier and more meaningful relationships.
Stop fighting, start connecting!
If you’ve been having the same argument for years, you could probably do it in your sleep — but wouldn’t you rather just get some rest?
I help couples turn tension into connection and miscommunication into understanding — often with a bit of humor along the way. My sessions are genuine, sometimes messy, and always focused on helping you both feel heard and understood.
Because humor helps us tell the truth, and truth is what brings people closer.
Stop fighting, start connecting!
If you’ve been having the same argument for years, you could probably do it in your sleep — but wouldn’t you rather just get some rest?
I help couples turn tension into connection and miscommunication into understanding — often with a bit of humor along the way. My sessions are genuine, sometimes messy, and always focused on helping you both feel heard and understood.
Because humor helps us tell the truth, and truth is what brings people closer.
Hi there, I'm Peterkai! My passion is helping people overcome self-limiting thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families using a strengths-based, collaborative approach.
Hi there, I'm Peterkai! My passion is helping people overcome self-limiting thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families using a strengths-based, collaborative approach.
Hi there, I'm Catherine! I am an LMFT with experience treating severe mental health disorders, and adolescents dealing with a wide variety of trauma, domestic violence, sex trafficking, addiction, and parenting practices. No matter what the experience is, I work from a trauma-informed care approach which provides an environment of understanding, compassion, and a non-judgmental experience. I often practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, depending on what is needed for the client. I also integrate Attachment Theory into many of my sessions.
Hi there, I'm Catherine! I am an LMFT with experience treating severe mental health disorders, and adolescents dealing with a wide variety of trauma, domestic violence, sex trafficking, addiction, and parenting practices. No matter what the experience is, I work from a trauma-informed care approach which provides an environment of understanding, compassion, and a non-judgmental experience. I often practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, depending on what is needed for the client. I also integrate Attachment Theory into many of my sessions.
I have great passion to provide support through times of loss and grief, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, divorce, as well as working with women and adolescents through their transitions in life.
I have provided support to individuals, couples, and youth throughout a variety of struggles over the years. I have extensive training with working with youth that are presented with struggles in life as well as women going through different changes and transitions in life. I embrace and respect the uniqueness of each individual.
I have great passion to provide support through times of loss and grief, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, divorce, as well as working with women and adolescents through their transitions in life.
I have provided support to individuals, couples, and youth throughout a variety of struggles over the years. I have extensive training with working with youth that are presented with struggles in life as well as women going through different changes and transitions in life. I embrace and respect the uniqueness of each individual.
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Divorce Therapists
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.
What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioral, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.
When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.
How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.