Imago Therapists in San Diego, CA
Autism/ADHD assessments offered at a reasonable fee (sliding scale).
Neurodivergent therapist specializing in support for Black, brown, indigenous, queer and trans people who have historically needed therapy and been denied access. I have worked in the field of psychology since 2002 and am passionate about helping individuals, families/couples achieve more connection, insight and awareness. I have concentrated experience working with marginalized groups, formerly incarcerated, people with sexual trauma and people struggling with racial trauma/discrimination. I provide direct, compassionate feedback to help with goal achievement.
Autism/ADHD assessments offered at a reasonable fee (sliding scale).
Neurodivergent therapist specializing in support for Black, brown, indigenous, queer and trans people who have historically needed therapy and been denied access. I have worked in the field of psychology since 2002 and am passionate about helping individuals, families/couples achieve more connection, insight and awareness. I have concentrated experience working with marginalized groups, formerly incarcerated, people with sexual trauma and people struggling with racial trauma/discrimination. I provide direct, compassionate feedback to help with goal achievement.
Are you feeling stuck? I can help. Raising a family, excelling at your work and maintaining healthy relationships can all be challenging. Sometimes those challenges can result in fulfillment and sometimes they can be so stressful as to make us feel anxious, depressed, sad, angry or uncertain. Therapy can provide perspective and offer new skills to promote positive change. I offer a supportive environment to assist you in working through your life and relationship challenges in order to create more satisfaction and joy in your life. See more details at leslierennick.com.
Are you feeling stuck? I can help. Raising a family, excelling at your work and maintaining healthy relationships can all be challenging. Sometimes those challenges can result in fulfillment and sometimes they can be so stressful as to make us feel anxious, depressed, sad, angry or uncertain. Therapy can provide perspective and offer new skills to promote positive change. I offer a supportive environment to assist you in working through your life and relationship challenges in order to create more satisfaction and joy in your life. See more details at leslierennick.com.
I specialize in couples and marriage counseling, conflict resolution, communication, and relationship repair using Imago Relationship Therapy.
My goal as a San Diego-based psychologist is for you to feel seen, heard, and valued. If you experience relationship conflict, communication difficulties, or emotional distance in your marriage or partnership, you are not alone. I believe in the power of human connection and view these experiences as an opportunity for healing and growth.
I specialize in couples and marriage counseling, conflict resolution, communication, and relationship repair using Imago Relationship Therapy.
My goal as a San Diego-based psychologist is for you to feel seen, heard, and valued. If you experience relationship conflict, communication difficulties, or emotional distance in your marriage or partnership, you are not alone. I believe in the power of human connection and view these experiences as an opportunity for healing and growth.
With training in Imago Therapy, Positive Discipline, IFS, EFT, and CBT, I support individuals, couples, and families.
I am in private practice, so when you reach out, you connect directly with me—not an intake coordinator or matching service. I believe the therapeutic relationship begins with that very first conversation. Everyone experiences moments in life when extra support can make all the difference, and I provide a warm, open, and trusting environment where you can explore challenges and work toward meaningful growth and change. With years of experience in the field, I’ve had the privilege of helping people create positive, lasting transformations in their lives. I look forward to the opportunity to support you on your journey.
With training in Imago Therapy, Positive Discipline, IFS, EFT, and CBT, I support individuals, couples, and families.
I am in private practice, so when you reach out, you connect directly with me—not an intake coordinator or matching service. I believe the therapeutic relationship begins with that very first conversation. Everyone experiences moments in life when extra support can make all the difference, and I provide a warm, open, and trusting environment where you can explore challenges and work toward meaningful growth and change. With years of experience in the field, I’ve had the privilege of helping people create positive, lasting transformations in their lives. I look forward to the opportunity to support you on your journey.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Somatic therapy, Positive Psychology, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Supportive Therapy, and Imago therapy with individuals and couples to help clients understand patterns and build healthier coping tools.
I work primarily with adults and couples who are seeking happiness and peace of mind. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or periods of transition and growth.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Somatic therapy, Positive Psychology, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Supportive Therapy, and Imago therapy with individuals and couples to help clients understand patterns and build healthier coping tools.
I work primarily with adults and couples who are seeking happiness and peace of mind. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or periods of transition and growth.
I am originally from Mexico and have a strong academic and cultural background in psychology, including a Master’s degree in Couples Therapy. My clinical approach is grounded in Narrative Therapy and Family Systems, allowing me to help clients understand their stories, relationships, and patterns with greater clarity and compassion. My goal is to provide a supportive, culturally sensitive space where clients can feel understood, empowered, and equipped to create meaningful change.
I am originally from Mexico and have a strong academic and cultural background in psychology, including a Master’s degree in Couples Therapy. My clinical approach is grounded in Narrative Therapy and Family Systems, allowing me to help clients understand their stories, relationships, and patterns with greater clarity and compassion. My goal is to provide a supportive, culturally sensitive space where clients can feel understood, empowered, and equipped to create meaningful change.
Mary Cipriani /SD Institute For Couples & Families
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92108
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families live to their greatest potential and wholeness whether they are surviving from past hurts, trauma, depression, anxiety, or just need support. I have a passion to help couples create a deeper and more meaningful connection that will last their lifetime. In addition to being a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am a Professor in MFT at Azusa Pacific University and have a specialty in working with Couples, Sex Therapy and Sex Addicts & Partners. My practice is the San Diego Institute for Couples and Families, www.sdicouples.com.
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families live to their greatest potential and wholeness whether they are surviving from past hurts, trauma, depression, anxiety, or just need support. I have a passion to help couples create a deeper and more meaningful connection that will last their lifetime. In addition to being a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am a Professor in MFT at Azusa Pacific University and have a specialty in working with Couples, Sex Therapy and Sex Addicts & Partners. My practice is the San Diego Institute for Couples and Families, www.sdicouples.com.
I incorporate clinical nutrition & Holistic Mental Health in my practice and offer Couples Therapy using IMAGO & RRT perspectives
I facilitate meaningful transformations for individuals & couples who have been suffering from many various challenges such as sexual trauma, PTSD, anxiety, grief, & depression. Using Rapid Resolution Therapy created by Dr. Jon Connelly & Holistic nutritional practices I address issues at their root cause to generate results quickly & in each session. The techniques utilized during our session are painless, interesting & many people even say fun, so healing and beneficial shifts in your mind & body can occur effortlessly and automatically. I have been told that "it felt like a dark cloud lifted" after just 1 session.
I incorporate clinical nutrition & Holistic Mental Health in my practice and offer Couples Therapy using IMAGO & RRT perspectives
I facilitate meaningful transformations for individuals & couples who have been suffering from many various challenges such as sexual trauma, PTSD, anxiety, grief, & depression. Using Rapid Resolution Therapy created by Dr. Jon Connelly & Holistic nutritional practices I address issues at their root cause to generate results quickly & in each session. The techniques utilized during our session are painless, interesting & many people even say fun, so healing and beneficial shifts in your mind & body can occur effortlessly and automatically. I have been told that "it felt like a dark cloud lifted" after just 1 session.
Jaclyn Schwartz, MA, LMFT is a California-licensed therapist working with couples and individuals ready for real change. She helps clients break stuck patterns, improve communication, and navigate relationship challenges or life transitions. Sessions take place aboard her private floating office in Harbor Island Marina, San Diego—offering a calm, focused space away from daily stress. Ideal for those seeking deeper connection, clarity, and meaningful progress. Free 15-minute consult available.
Jaclyn Schwartz, MA, LMFT is a California-licensed therapist working with couples and individuals ready for real change. She helps clients break stuck patterns, improve communication, and navigate relationship challenges or life transitions. Sessions take place aboard her private floating office in Harbor Island Marina, San Diego—offering a calm, focused space away from daily stress. Ideal for those seeking deeper connection, clarity, and meaningful progress. Free 15-minute consult available.
Maybe you love your partner deeply, but somehow you keep having the same fight. You know you’re anxiously attached, but knowing that hasn’t stopped the overthinking, reassurance-seeking, or fear that something is wrong. Maybe the past still shows up in your body even though you’ve talked about it a hundred times. Or you’re questioning beliefs you grew up with and trying to figure out what’s actually yours. Intellectually, you understand your patterns, yet you're still repeating them. I’m an EMDR-trained Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals and couples who want to get to the root of what keeps repeating.
Maybe you love your partner deeply, but somehow you keep having the same fight. You know you’re anxiously attached, but knowing that hasn’t stopped the overthinking, reassurance-seeking, or fear that something is wrong. Maybe the past still shows up in your body even though you’ve talked about it a hundred times. Or you’re questioning beliefs you grew up with and trying to figure out what’s actually yours. Intellectually, you understand your patterns, yet you're still repeating them. I’m an EMDR-trained Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals and couples who want to get to the root of what keeps repeating.
Do you have difficulty keeping up with the demands of life? Do you feel disconnected or down? Does it seem like your mind is often running away with worry? Are you going through a change and could use some guidance? You're not alone and I'd like to help! You and I both know that over time, life can get away from us. I can help you find new ways of living and being that reduce stress and struggle, while enhancing meaning, purpose, and enjoyment of life.
Do you have difficulty keeping up with the demands of life? Do you feel disconnected or down? Does it seem like your mind is often running away with worry? Are you going through a change and could use some guidance? You're not alone and I'd like to help! You and I both know that over time, life can get away from us. I can help you find new ways of living and being that reduce stress and struggle, while enhancing meaning, purpose, and enjoyment of life.
I am a Mandarin and English-speaking psychologist.
I am a Mandarin and English-speaking psychologist.
I'm a Psychologist in CA and MN who believes each person has the potential to grow at any age. My ultimate focus in therapy is to not merely eliminate “symptoms” but to increase your fulfillment in life, as defined by you. This means treatment is customized to meet YOUR needs so you can meet your goals. I'm LGBTQIA+-Affirming & provide therapy for a variety of clinical disorders, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, & interpersonal difficulties. I'm MAP-Informed. I believe in the potential for individual and emotional growth, striving to provide a safe and warm environment in which you can explore and thrive.
I'm a Psychologist in CA and MN who believes each person has the potential to grow at any age. My ultimate focus in therapy is to not merely eliminate “symptoms” but to increase your fulfillment in life, as defined by you. This means treatment is customized to meet YOUR needs so you can meet your goals. I'm LGBTQIA+-Affirming & provide therapy for a variety of clinical disorders, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, & interpersonal difficulties. I'm MAP-Informed. I believe in the potential for individual and emotional growth, striving to provide a safe and warm environment in which you can explore and thrive.
You may look like you have it together, yet feel disconnected from yourself underneath it all. Maybe you’re unhappy in your relationship, questioning whether you’re living the life you truly want, have found yourself drawn into an affair, or standing at a crossroads. Maybe anxiety, trauma, addiction, or a difficult chapter has pulled you further away from yourself. You may feel like you've lost touch with the person you used to be—or the person you know you're capable of becoming. I work with women who are ready to listen to that feeling, reconnect with their desires and inner knowing, and rediscover what makes them feel alive.
You may look like you have it together, yet feel disconnected from yourself underneath it all. Maybe you’re unhappy in your relationship, questioning whether you’re living the life you truly want, have found yourself drawn into an affair, or standing at a crossroads. Maybe anxiety, trauma, addiction, or a difficult chapter has pulled you further away from yourself. You may feel like you've lost touch with the person you used to be—or the person you know you're capable of becoming. I work with women who are ready to listen to that feeling, reconnect with their desires and inner knowing, and rediscover what makes them feel alive.
As a Certified Gottman Method Therapist, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist, & Imago Relationship Therapist, I am able to provide my clients with treatment that is personalized for their specific needs, goals, and circumstances.
In addition to 80-minute couple's therapy sessions (available both in person and virtual), I offer two-day private intensives (marathon therapy) and the Gottman Art & Science of Love couple's workshop. I am a Certified Gottman Therapist and Certified Gottman Workshop leader.
As a Certified Gottman Method Therapist, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist, & Imago Relationship Therapist, I am able to provide my clients with treatment that is personalized for their specific needs, goals, and circumstances.
In addition to 80-minute couple's therapy sessions (available both in person and virtual), I offer two-day private intensives (marathon therapy) and the Gottman Art & Science of Love couple's workshop. I am a Certified Gottman Therapist and Certified Gottman Workshop leader.
I have worked with clients in numerous locations in the US and Europe. I have provided therapy in a variety of settings: community mental health, foster care group practices, military bases, hospitals, and in-private practice. I enjoy helping people work through early life traumas that still impact their current situation. My hope is that all clients can have better connections with others, have a sense of purpose in their life, and experience more fun. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and groups age 12 and up and lead a SELF ESTEEM SAILING GROUP.
I have worked with clients in numerous locations in the US and Europe. I have provided therapy in a variety of settings: community mental health, foster care group practices, military bases, hospitals, and in-private practice. I enjoy helping people work through early life traumas that still impact their current situation. My hope is that all clients can have better connections with others, have a sense of purpose in their life, and experience more fun. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and groups age 12 and up and lead a SELF ESTEEM SAILING GROUP.
For couples work, I primarily use the tools and resources from the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Imago Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Non-Violent Communication.
Has your relationship changed — and not for the better? You may feel more like roommates than partners, stuck in disconnection, resentment, or silence. Maybe infidelity, stress, grief, or a major life transition has pulled you apart. You're not alone, and it doesn't have to stay this way. Together, we'll work to rebuild trust, improve communication, and help you feel seen, heard, and supported by each other again — creating the kind of relationship you long for, one filled with intimacy, understanding, and renewed hope.
For couples work, I primarily use the tools and resources from the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Imago Therapy, Positive Psychology, and Non-Violent Communication.
Has your relationship changed — and not for the better? You may feel more like roommates than partners, stuck in disconnection, resentment, or silence. Maybe infidelity, stress, grief, or a major life transition has pulled you apart. You're not alone, and it doesn't have to stay this way. Together, we'll work to rebuild trust, improve communication, and help you feel seen, heard, and supported by each other again — creating the kind of relationship you long for, one filled with intimacy, understanding, and renewed hope.
I may choose to pull ideas from CBT, Imago, Positive parenting, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, role play, and many others depending on your own circumstances and what you want to focus on addressing.
An expert is someone who knows more and more about less and less. For over 40 years I have continued to study advances in mental health to constantly be adding more tools to my toolbox to help future clients. I now take an approach of "whatever helps you the most and as quickly as possible". I want to ensure success for you now and in the future
I may choose to pull ideas from CBT, Imago, Positive parenting, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, role play, and many others depending on your own circumstances and what you want to focus on addressing.
An expert is someone who knows more and more about less and less. For over 40 years I have continued to study advances in mental health to constantly be adding more tools to my toolbox to help future clients. I now take an approach of "whatever helps you the most and as quickly as possible". I want to ensure success for you now and in the future
For individuals and couples I find a hybrid of Imago Relationship Therapy and the IFS protocol for couples, Intimacy From the Inside Out (IFIO), to be effective in improving navigation of the rapids of a relationship.
I am a Certified Advanced Imago Relationship Therapist, and an Internal Family Systems (IFS) Levels One and Two trained therapist. I am an elder with 19 years of clinical experience assisting with relationship/marital issues and individual challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, etc. I also offer Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy in Ramona, CA.
For individuals and couples I find a hybrid of Imago Relationship Therapy and the IFS protocol for couples, Intimacy From the Inside Out (IFIO), to be effective in improving navigation of the rapids of a relationship.
I am a Certified Advanced Imago Relationship Therapist, and an Internal Family Systems (IFS) Levels One and Two trained therapist. I am an elder with 19 years of clinical experience assisting with relationship/marital issues and individual challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, etc. I also offer Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy in Ramona, CA.
I know the pain of fear, terror, loss, and overwhelm, that we encounter in the wilderness spaces of our lives. I also know where to find a drink of water amongst the desert landscapes. It is a path I have traveled and studied with the intent to help others gently navigate healing; transitioning into more lush landscapes of releasing and renewing. I will offer guidance using a mixture of science, attachment, and mysticism. My desire is to offer a safe space that welcomes all nervous systems, personal experiences and holds a range of spiritual life from exploration to deconstruction. Together we will co-create a path toward healing.
I know the pain of fear, terror, loss, and overwhelm, that we encounter in the wilderness spaces of our lives. I also know where to find a drink of water amongst the desert landscapes. It is a path I have traveled and studied with the intent to help others gently navigate healing; transitioning into more lush landscapes of releasing and renewing. I will offer guidance using a mixture of science, attachment, and mysticism. My desire is to offer a safe space that welcomes all nervous systems, personal experiences and holds a range of spiritual life from exploration to deconstruction. Together we will co-create a path toward healing.
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How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.