Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in San Diego, CA

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Tobias Park
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
Tobias (Toby) Park, LMFT. License 147338. My role is to provide evidence to my clients that their struggles make sense, and that they are not going crazy for going through what they're going through. You have tools to get through each day you don't even know you're using. These are the tools we will leverage in therapy to create meaningful change in your life. My focus is on individuals and families.
Tobias (Toby) Park, LMFT. License 147338. My role is to provide evidence to my clients that their struggles make sense, and that they are not going crazy for going through what they're going through. You have tools to get through each day you don't even know you're using. These are the tools we will leverage in therapy to create meaningful change in your life. My focus is on individuals and families.
(747) 318-5454 View (747) 318-5454
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Miok Spencer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
My approach prioritizes mutual respect, empathy, and partnership with my clients. Clients often gain insight, resilience, and practical tools necessary to navigate life's complexities with confidence and authenticity. I work alongside each individual, honoring their unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths. Together, we explore negative challenges, identify goals, and develop effective strategies for growth. Clients are met with compassion and provided a safe, non-judgmental environment where they can freely explore their emotions and experiences. This space fosters a sense of understanding, acceptance, and empowerment.
My approach prioritizes mutual respect, empathy, and partnership with my clients. Clients often gain insight, resilience, and practical tools necessary to navigate life's complexities with confidence and authenticity. I work alongside each individual, honoring their unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths. Together, we explore negative challenges, identify goals, and develop effective strategies for growth. Clients are met with compassion and provided a safe, non-judgmental environment where they can freely explore their emotions and experiences. This space fosters a sense of understanding, acceptance, and empowerment.
(858) 544-1252 View (858) 544-1252
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Megan Turley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I’m a licensed therapist who provides compassionate, evidence-based care using approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, and supportive therapy. I help clients navigate anxiety, mood concerns, trauma, and life transitions in a collaborative, grounded, and practical way so they can feel more regulated, empowered, and enlightened.
I’m a licensed therapist who provides compassionate, evidence-based care using approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, and supportive therapy. I help clients navigate anxiety, mood concerns, trauma, and life transitions in a collaborative, grounded, and practical way so they can feel more regulated, empowered, and enlightened.
(858) 251-9446 View (858) 251-9446
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Jacina Laney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Online Only
I offer an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from DBT, CBT, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, and psychodynamic therapy.
Welcome! I'm honored you’re here. I believe that therapy and healing is a space where honesty, vulnerability, and authenticity are valued and respected. Healing begins when you feel safe enough to be yourself—without judgment, pressure, or the need to have all the answers. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll explore the challenges you're facing, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you heal, grow, and move forward with greater confidence and self-compassion. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist practicing in San Diego.
I offer an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from DBT, CBT, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, and psychodynamic therapy.
Welcome! I'm honored you’re here. I believe that therapy and healing is a space where honesty, vulnerability, and authenticity are valued and respected. Healing begins when you feel safe enough to be yourself—without judgment, pressure, or the need to have all the answers. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll explore the challenges you're facing, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you heal, grow, and move forward with greater confidence and self-compassion. I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist practicing in San Diego.
(619) 949-1596 View (619) 949-1596
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Amanda Rusonik
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92120
My approach is grounded in an attachment lens, integrating Emotionally Focused Therapy, AEDP, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, IFS, trauma-informed care, and attention to each person’s unique cultural background and lived experiences.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, including individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and relationship challenges. With younger clients, I incorporate play therapy and CBT techniques to support emotional expression and regulation, confidence, and a deeper understanding of their inner world.
My approach is grounded in an attachment lens, integrating Emotionally Focused Therapy, AEDP, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, IFS, trauma-informed care, and attention to each person’s unique cultural background and lived experiences.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, including individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and relationship challenges. With younger clients, I incorporate play therapy and CBT techniques to support emotional expression and regulation, confidence, and a deeper understanding of their inner world.
(619) 257-4850 View (619) 257-4850
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Jacqueline Tejada
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
My approach blends ACT, CBT, and IFS and is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and curiosity.
Together, we explore and untangle the emotional blocks that keep you feeling stuck. We shift from self-judgment to acceptance, and build sustainable habits rooted in your values. I help clients regulate emotions, reconnect with what matters most, and take small, meaningful steps — even when life feels hard.
My approach blends ACT, CBT, and IFS and is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and curiosity.
Together, we explore and untangle the emotional blocks that keep you feeling stuck. We shift from self-judgment to acceptance, and build sustainable habits rooted in your values. I help clients regulate emotions, reconnect with what matters most, and take small, meaningful steps — even when life feels hard.
(858) 727-5401 View (858) 727-5401
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Jacqueline Tejada
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
My approach to therapy blends Internal Family Systems ( IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Narrative Therapy and is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and curiosity.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a decade of experience working with adults and a special interest in supporting young adults. I work with adults who feel stuck — whether they’re navigating chronic illness or pain, a recent diagnosis, anxiety, depression, burnout, life transitions, career challenges, or relationship struggles. Many of my clients feel like they “should” be doing more to care for themselves, but something keeps getting in the way. Others are doing everything they’re supposed to, yet still carry a nagging sense that something’s missing.
My approach to therapy blends Internal Family Systems ( IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Narrative Therapy and is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and curiosity.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a decade of experience working with adults and a special interest in supporting young adults. I work with adults who feel stuck — whether they’re navigating chronic illness or pain, a recent diagnosis, anxiety, depression, burnout, life transitions, career challenges, or relationship struggles. Many of my clients feel like they “should” be doing more to care for themselves, but something keeps getting in the way. Others are doing everything they’re supposed to, yet still carry a nagging sense that something’s missing.
(213) 895-4407 View (213) 895-4407
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Karen Sandoval
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Tired of being at war with your own mind? If anxiety, self-criticism, or feeling "stuck" has you trapped in cycles of rumination, you're in the right place. I specialize in helping people make peace with inner chaos, not just manage symptoms, but transform your relationship with them so you can build a life of purpose from the inside out. Imagine noticing your inner critic without being controlled by it, or feeling anxiety rise and being able to get curious instead of consumed. I earned my Master's Degree in Social Work from San Diego State University and have been practicing for over five years.
Tired of being at war with your own mind? If anxiety, self-criticism, or feeling "stuck" has you trapped in cycles of rumination, you're in the right place. I specialize in helping people make peace with inner chaos, not just manage symptoms, but transform your relationship with them so you can build a life of purpose from the inside out. Imagine noticing your inner critic without being controlled by it, or feeling anxiety rise and being able to get curious instead of consumed. I earned my Master's Degree in Social Work from San Diego State University and have been practicing for over five years.
(619) 903-6093 View (619) 903-6093
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Fanay Loiselle
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Online Only
If you are anxious, depressed, have been through a traumatic experience, or just feel stuck and hopeless, you need someone to understand you and provide the professional support and expertise to help you feel good again. Sometimes life can be difficult and we can get stuck in ways that keep us from achieving our full potential. Many people stay too long in a place of unhappiness and despair.
If you are anxious, depressed, have been through a traumatic experience, or just feel stuck and hopeless, you need someone to understand you and provide the professional support and expertise to help you feel good again. Sometimes life can be difficult and we can get stuck in ways that keep us from achieving our full potential. Many people stay too long in a place of unhappiness and despair.
(424) 233-1508 View (424) 233-1508
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Aubrie Dodge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi and welcome! Thank you for prioritizing your mental health and considering talk therapy to support you at this time. I mostly work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and life transitions. The clients I treat are often high-achievers dealing with school and/or career-related stressors, relationship concerns, perfectionism, and self-esteem issues. Through established trust, consistent sessions, and the implementation of learned skills, clients in my practice often report feeling a sense of relief and improvement soon after beginning therapy.
Hi and welcome! Thank you for prioritizing your mental health and considering talk therapy to support you at this time. I mostly work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and life transitions. The clients I treat are often high-achievers dealing with school and/or career-related stressors, relationship concerns, perfectionism, and self-esteem issues. Through established trust, consistent sessions, and the implementation of learned skills, clients in my practice often report feeling a sense of relief and improvement soon after beginning therapy.
(858) 244-9816 View (858) 244-9816
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James Bui
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ASW
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92119
I often use a mix of trauma informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems in my practice.
I’m a second-generation Vietnamese American (he/him) social worker, therapist and certified Brené Brown facilitator who works with adults and teens navigating stress, anxiety, grief, and life transitions with emphasis on identity, career coaching and bereavement. I also specialize in men's issues including masculinity, cultural expression and emotional communication.
I often use a mix of trauma informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems in my practice.
I’m a second-generation Vietnamese American (he/him) social worker, therapist and certified Brené Brown facilitator who works with adults and teens navigating stress, anxiety, grief, and life transitions with emphasis on identity, career coaching and bereavement. I also specialize in men's issues including masculinity, cultural expression and emotional communication.
(619) 825-1090 View (619) 825-1090
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Melissa Lally
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Melissa is EMDR and Brainspotting trained and combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems to help clients process trauma, shift limiting beliefs, and strengthen their resilience.
Saturday & Sunday Teletherapy. Heal from home. Do you look "fine" on the outside but feel tired, numb, or stuck on the inside? Do you stay busy just to avoid feeling? If you're a trauma survivor, a woman healing from a hard childhood or relationship, or someone worn out from overthinking, anxiety, or family stress, you're not alone. Many people come to us after talk therapy didn't quite get to the root of things. They're tired of just surviving and ready to feel like themselves again. What you've been through matters, and healing is possible. You don't need it all figured out - just bring yourself, and we'll take it from there.
Melissa is EMDR and Brainspotting trained and combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems to help clients process trauma, shift limiting beliefs, and strengthen their resilience.
Saturday & Sunday Teletherapy. Heal from home. Do you look "fine" on the outside but feel tired, numb, or stuck on the inside? Do you stay busy just to avoid feeling? If you're a trauma survivor, a woman healing from a hard childhood or relationship, or someone worn out from overthinking, anxiety, or family stress, you're not alone. Many people come to us after talk therapy didn't quite get to the root of things. They're tired of just surviving and ready to feel like themselves again. What you've been through matters, and healing is possible. You don't need it all figured out - just bring yourself, and we'll take it from there.
(619) 330-5345 View (619) 330-5345
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Victoria Grutz Neurodivergence-Informed Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92117
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by. My name is Victoria (she/her) and I am a neurodivergent (Autistic and ADHD) therapist who is deeply passionate about working with adult individuals, couples, polycules, and families in both the neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ communities. I work from a social justice-oriented lens, acknowledging systems of oppression that exist to serve some while creating barriers to well-being for many others. I particularly enjoy working with clients as they navigate experiences with late-diagnoses, gender identity exploration, anxiety, existential questions, relational and sexual difficulties, and life transitions.
Hi there! Thanks for stopping by. My name is Victoria (she/her) and I am a neurodivergent (Autistic and ADHD) therapist who is deeply passionate about working with adult individuals, couples, polycules, and families in both the neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ communities. I work from a social justice-oriented lens, acknowledging systems of oppression that exist to serve some while creating barriers to well-being for many others. I particularly enjoy working with clients as they navigate experiences with late-diagnoses, gender identity exploration, anxiety, existential questions, relational and sexual difficulties, and life transitions.
(858) 667-7975 View (858) 667-7975
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Heather Pesicka
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Online Only
I use many different therapeutic interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, internal family systems, compassion focused therapy, and trauma informed care.
I work with adults to address challenges related to finding relief from shame and guilt, relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, and inner criticism through self compassion and self understanding. I believe in the transformative power of understanding, connection and healing.
I use many different therapeutic interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, internal family systems, compassion focused therapy, and trauma informed care.
I work with adults to address challenges related to finding relief from shame and guilt, relationship struggles, depression, anxiety, and inner criticism through self compassion and self understanding. I believe in the transformative power of understanding, connection and healing.
(619) 648-2745 View (619) 648-2745
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Lideth Ortega-Villalobos
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
I have an integrative approach that is culturally responsive and attends to intersecting identities. I take into account the client's presenting concerns, preferences, and familiarity with therapy and introduce empirically supported interventions to match goals and treatment plans.
I have an integrative approach that is culturally responsive and attends to intersecting identities. I take into account the client's presenting concerns, preferences, and familiarity with therapy and introduce empirically supported interventions to match goals and treatment plans.
(510) 544-3946 View (510) 544-3946
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Mayra Rangel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you find yourself feeling sad, worried or overwhelmed? Maybe you find yourself feeling stuck, numb or disconnected from your life and/ or your partner? Are you finding it difficult to break unhealthy cycles? If so I'd love to help you! I’m Mayra, a bilingual first and a half generation Latina dedicated to helping first-gen, immigrant, BIPOC, and queer individuals and couples live the fulfilling life they've envisioned.
Do you find yourself feeling sad, worried or overwhelmed? Maybe you find yourself feeling stuck, numb or disconnected from your life and/ or your partner? Are you finding it difficult to break unhealthy cycles? If so I'd love to help you! I’m Mayra, a bilingual first and a half generation Latina dedicated to helping first-gen, immigrant, BIPOC, and queer individuals and couples live the fulfilling life they've envisioned.
(619) 975-3935 View (619) 975-3935
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Cyndi Pulsinelli
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I draw from EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, IFS (parts work), and cognitive and dialectical approaches.
Are you exhausted in a way that’s hard to explain? Do you find yourself going through the motions of a life that looks fine on the outside, while quietly feeling disconnected, depleted, and far from yourself? If so, you are not alone, and something can be different. I work with women who are carrying a lot. Women who grew up learning to be everything for everyone else, and somewhere along the way lost touch with who they actually are. Women healing from trauma, narcissistic abuse, eating disorders, and the particular kind of exhaustion that comes from spending years performing a version of yourself that doesn’t quite fit.
I draw from EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, IFS (parts work), and cognitive and dialectical approaches.
Are you exhausted in a way that’s hard to explain? Do you find yourself going through the motions of a life that looks fine on the outside, while quietly feeling disconnected, depleted, and far from yourself? If so, you are not alone, and something can be different. I work with women who are carrying a lot. Women who grew up learning to be everything for everyone else, and somewhere along the way lost touch with who they actually are. Women healing from trauma, narcissistic abuse, eating disorders, and the particular kind of exhaustion that comes from spending years performing a version of yourself that doesn’t quite fit.
(760) 965-3251 View (760) 965-3251
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Ashley Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with adults who struggle with anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and feeling disconnected from who they are. Many of my clients are exhausted from overthinking, carrying everyone else's needs, or feeling like they're never "good enough." Whether you're navigating relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply want to feel more confident and at peace, therapy can help you understand the patterns keeping you stuck and create meaningful, lasting change.
I work with adults who struggle with anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and feeling disconnected from who they are. Many of my clients are exhausted from overthinking, carrying everyone else's needs, or feeling like they're never "good enough." Whether you're navigating relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply want to feel more confident and at peace, therapy can help you understand the patterns keeping you stuck and create meaningful, lasting change.
(619) 776-3427 x11 View (619) 776-3427 x11
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Alessandra Szekir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I am an LCSW in California. I grew up in Brazil and moved to California to pursue my career as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I truly believe that due to life challenges, stressful jobs, careers, and busy lifestyles, it's very easy to dismiss our inner voice. That is the voice that wants to be heard, tell us about our emotions and hurdles. Allowing your inner voice to be heard will empower you to embrace the beautiful journey of self-discovery. I am here to assist you in creating goals, adjusting to a new life or career, and managing depression and anxiety in challenging times.
I am an LCSW in California. I grew up in Brazil and moved to California to pursue my career as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I truly believe that due to life challenges, stressful jobs, careers, and busy lifestyles, it's very easy to dismiss our inner voice. That is the voice that wants to be heard, tell us about our emotions and hurdles. Allowing your inner voice to be heard will empower you to embrace the beautiful journey of self-discovery. I am here to assist you in creating goals, adjusting to a new life or career, and managing depression and anxiety in challenging times.
(619) 492-5956 View (619) 492-5956
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Relationship/Anxiety EMDR Therapist -Hayley Eglash
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Let me help you process core negative beliefs and patterns to alleviate anxiety, perfectionism, & stressful negative emotions using EMDR (a big “T” and little “t” trauma modality), IFS (a framework to bring awareness to different parts of yourself), and emotion-focused approaches to cultivate compassion toward the part of you that needs it most.
I’m Hayley, a LMFT, working with hyper-independent women navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationships, and infertility. You may find you've always been the "strong one". You may notice a pattern of not feeling good enough, inadequate, or unworthy no matter how hard you try. I'm here to help you rely on others, feel connected in your relationships, and/or authentically connect to your sense of self. My couples feel stuck in miscommunication, conflict, and disconnection. They feel alone even when together, angry, or stuck wishing for a relationship that "could be" instead of leaning into the relationship that "is".
Let me help you process core negative beliefs and patterns to alleviate anxiety, perfectionism, & stressful negative emotions using EMDR (a big “T” and little “t” trauma modality), IFS (a framework to bring awareness to different parts of yourself), and emotion-focused approaches to cultivate compassion toward the part of you that needs it most.
I’m Hayley, a LMFT, working with hyper-independent women navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationships, and infertility. You may find you've always been the "strong one". You may notice a pattern of not feeling good enough, inadequate, or unworthy no matter how hard you try. I'm here to help you rely on others, feel connected in your relationships, and/or authentically connect to your sense of self. My couples feel stuck in miscommunication, conflict, and disconnection. They feel alone even when together, angry, or stuck wishing for a relationship that "could be" instead of leaning into the relationship that "is".
(619) 489-1984 View (619) 489-1984

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