Life Coaching Therapists in San Diego, CA

Dina Seerden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I am dedicated to supporting individuals and families through life’s transitions and challenges.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, humanistic, and relational modalities, and can offer limited, in-person equine-assisted psychotherapy to meet your treatment goals.
I am dedicated to supporting individuals and families through life’s transitions and challenges.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, humanistic, and relational modalities, and can offer limited, in-person equine-assisted psychotherapy to meet your treatment goals.
(619) 848-0391 View (619) 848-0391
Connie Cain
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92130
Connie works with individuals struggling with repetitive negative thoughts about oneself, anxious feelings, depression, relationship struggles, daily stress and more. Challenges can be overwhelming, so working with a professional can help you begin to feel better quickly. After determining what you are struggling with, Connie uses evidence-based tools, to assist in implementing change, and strengthening your ability to cope and grow moving forward. She will help you overcome barriers, find balance, and create lasting change.
Connie works with individuals struggling with repetitive negative thoughts about oneself, anxious feelings, depression, relationship struggles, daily stress and more. Challenges can be overwhelming, so working with a professional can help you begin to feel better quickly. After determining what you are struggling with, Connie uses evidence-based tools, to assist in implementing change, and strengthening your ability to cope and grow moving forward. She will help you overcome barriers, find balance, and create lasting change.
(858) 924-0267 View (858) 924-0267
Ellen Bobruff Reese
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Normal does not equal emotionally healthy. When you are looking for the right therapist you are wanting to someone who makes sure you are the most important person in the room and that is how I would treat you. 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.
Normal does not equal emotionally healthy. When you are looking for the right therapist you are wanting to someone who makes sure you are the most important person in the room and that is how I would treat you. 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.
(858) 240-4197 View (858) 240-4197
Donald W Welch
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LMFT
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
During our sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you experience a more fulfilling life.
As a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, the most meticulous therapy expertise will be utilized during your counseling sessions. I offer a problem solving Systemic approach to therapy including an understanding of your goals for treatment and working together to solve these problems in a focused, planned way. The treatment will look at the system in which you and your challenge exists including family, work, religion, society, etc., and seek to understand how these factors affect your situation. Potentially, this new understanding may lead the way to greater maturity and happiness as an individual, couple, or family.
During our sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you experience a more fulfilling life.
As a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, the most meticulous therapy expertise will be utilized during your counseling sessions. I offer a problem solving Systemic approach to therapy including an understanding of your goals for treatment and working together to solve these problems in a focused, planned way. The treatment will look at the system in which you and your challenge exists including family, work, religion, society, etc., and seek to understand how these factors affect your situation. Potentially, this new understanding may lead the way to greater maturity and happiness as an individual, couple, or family.
(619) 377-8627 View (619) 377-8627
Kevin M Ramotar
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
I take a lifespan developmental approach with my clients, particularly through promoting self-compassion, encouraging the discovery of personal resilience, and helping work through challenges on the pathways of life.
I have been trained in psychotherapy and psychological assessment in academic, school, community, and university/medical settings. I completed my Predoctoral residency at Stanford University, and my Postdoctoral fellowship at UCSD, where I still work as a clinician and consultant.
I take a lifespan developmental approach with my clients, particularly through promoting self-compassion, encouraging the discovery of personal resilience, and helping work through challenges on the pathways of life.
I have been trained in psychotherapy and psychological assessment in academic, school, community, and university/medical settings. I completed my Predoctoral residency at Stanford University, and my Postdoctoral fellowship at UCSD, where I still work as a clinician and consultant.
(661) 454-5197 View (661) 454-5197
Abigail R Hitchen
Psychologist, PsyD
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Together we will strive for empowerment, coping skills, authentic living, and more trust in your ability to manage life's difficulties.
I am available for online therapy via HIPAA compliant video or phone services for any person physically located in California or Florida, or for those who may be unable to leave home, live in a rural area, or travel often. I have extensive experience and training in cultural issues and am fluent in Spanish.
Together we will strive for empowerment, coping skills, authentic living, and more trust in your ability to manage life's difficulties.
I am available for online therapy via HIPAA compliant video or phone services for any person physically located in California or Florida, or for those who may be unable to leave home, live in a rural area, or travel often. I have extensive experience and training in cultural issues and am fluent in Spanish.
(858) 492-7003 View (858) 492-7003
Cecily Thornton-Stearns
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
In our sessions, I aim to help clients develop practical strategies for coping with life's challenges while also fostering a greater understanding of themselves and their relationships.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 20 years of experience, I am passionate about guiding individuals, couples and families toward healing and growth. My approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and a deep respect for each person's unique journey. I believe that everyone has the inherent ability to overcome challenges and create positive change in their lives. I have experience with all ages and most behavioral health conditions. I am here to support you on your journey and together we can navigate your path toward greater wellbeing and fulfillment.
In our sessions, I aim to help clients develop practical strategies for coping with life's challenges while also fostering a greater understanding of themselves and their relationships.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 20 years of experience, I am passionate about guiding individuals, couples and families toward healing and growth. My approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and a deep respect for each person's unique journey. I believe that everyone has the inherent ability to overcome challenges and create positive change in their lives. I have experience with all ages and most behavioral health conditions. I am here to support you on your journey and together we can navigate your path toward greater wellbeing and fulfillment.
(619) 637-3108 View (619) 637-3108
Sonia M Cobos
Counselor, MS, CRC, APCC
San Diego, CA 92108
I am inspired by the “aloha spirit,” drawing on Hawaiian concepts like ‘alo’ (presence), ‘ha’ (breath of life), ‘mana’ (healing energy), and ‘ohana’ (family and connectedness).
I will create a safe and understanding space to explore your feelings and experiences. I can help you develop coping strategies to manage your emotions, fostering a greater sense of stability and self-awareness. We can work toward enhancing your capacity for healthy, fulfilling relationships while unpacking any fears and insecurities.
I am inspired by the “aloha spirit,” drawing on Hawaiian concepts like ‘alo’ (presence), ‘ha’ (breath of life), ‘mana’ (healing energy), and ‘ohana’ (family and connectedness).
I will create a safe and understanding space to explore your feelings and experiences. I can help you develop coping strategies to manage your emotions, fostering a greater sense of stability and self-awareness. We can work toward enhancing your capacity for healthy, fulfilling relationships while unpacking any fears and insecurities.
(858) 434-8646 View (858) 434-8646
Renato Talhadas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92103
I work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and life transitions.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, client-centered, and rooted in fostering a safe, supportive environment. I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change negative thought patterns, and trauma-informed care to ensure that past experiences are acknowledged and treated with sensitivity.
I work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and life transitions.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, client-centered, and rooted in fostering a safe, supportive environment. I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change negative thought patterns, and trauma-informed care to ensure that past experiences are acknowledged and treated with sensitivity.
(747) 588-7522 View (747) 588-7522
Erick Santos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR, IFS, BSP
San Diego, CA 92103
Has trauma, anxiety, or depression interfered with the potential to become the best version of yourself? We often feel defined by traumatic or emotionally difficult experiences then often leave us feeling stuck in place rather than moving forward towards our goals. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space for you to develop an understanding of yourself to overcome past experiences or fears that define you. Our work together will be met with unconditional acceptance, creative approaches, and the utmost compassion.
Has trauma, anxiety, or depression interfered with the potential to become the best version of yourself? We often feel defined by traumatic or emotionally difficult experiences then often leave us feeling stuck in place rather than moving forward towards our goals. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space for you to develop an understanding of yourself to overcome past experiences or fears that define you. Our work together will be met with unconditional acceptance, creative approaches, and the utmost compassion.
(760) 254-8569 View (760) 254-8569
Michael Ceccon
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Online Only
Are you working to create more meaning, fulfillment, and happiness in your life?
My specialties include using culturally-responsive evidence-based practices to help you address sociocultural and systemic challenges, depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, OCD, codependency, career and performance challenges, coping skill development, grief, near-death experiences, chronic stress, and men’s issues.
Are you working to create more meaning, fulfillment, and happiness in your life?
My specialties include using culturally-responsive evidence-based practices to help you address sociocultural and systemic challenges, depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, OCD, codependency, career and performance challenges, coping skill development, grief, near-death experiences, chronic stress, and men’s issues.
(619) 350-2980 View (619) 350-2980
Thomas Spence
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
5 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92102
I work with individuals and couples who may feel stuck in patterns shaped by trauma, anxiety, relationship stress, betrayal, life transitions, or disconnection from themselves or others.
My approach is holistic, evidence-based, and tailored to each client’s needs. I integrate EMDR, somatic therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, hypnotherapy, and trauma-focused interventions to support healing, improve emotional regulation, strengthen relationships, and help clients create meaningful and lasting change.
I work with individuals and couples who may feel stuck in patterns shaped by trauma, anxiety, relationship stress, betrayal, life transitions, or disconnection from themselves or others.
My approach is holistic, evidence-based, and tailored to each client’s needs. I integrate EMDR, somatic therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, hypnotherapy, and trauma-focused interventions to support healing, improve emotional regulation, strengthen relationships, and help clients create meaningful and lasting change.
(619) 824-9304 View (619) 824-9304
Dr. Alena Schuss
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
Online Only
Life can weigh us down with unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, or the relentless demands we place on ourselves.
I’ve worked in substance abuse treatment centers, private practice settings, and responded to critical incidents, supporting individuals in their most vulnerable moments.
Life can weigh us down with unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression, or the relentless demands we place on ourselves.
I’ve worked in substance abuse treatment centers, private practice settings, and responded to critical incidents, supporting individuals in their most vulnerable moments.
(424) 408-1769 View (424) 408-1769
Trang Phan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My work integrates EMDR, somatic therapy, nervous system regulation, and depth-oriented psychotherapy to help you heal patterns that no longer serve you, reconnect with your authentic self, and create a life that feels more grounded and meaningful.
I work from a biopsychosocial and trauma-informed lens, integrating EMDR, somatic therapy, and depth-oriented approaches. Our work may include processing unresolved experiences, shifting core beliefs, and exploring relationship patterns. Therapy is about creating lasting change by helping your nervous system feel safe enough to heal.
My work integrates EMDR, somatic therapy, nervous system regulation, and depth-oriented psychotherapy to help you heal patterns that no longer serve you, reconnect with your authentic self, and create a life that feels more grounded and meaningful.
I work from a biopsychosocial and trauma-informed lens, integrating EMDR, somatic therapy, and depth-oriented approaches. Our work may include processing unresolved experiences, shifting core beliefs, and exploring relationship patterns. Therapy is about creating lasting change by helping your nervous system feel safe enough to heal.
(858) 758-7513 View (858) 758-7513
Galina Nikolskaya
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92121
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a Neurologist and Founder of Neuro Reset 1:1 or couple retreats—immersive, transformative experiences for professionals to reduce stress, recharge, optimize brain and body health, and enhance relationships and quality of life.
Stress reduction is one of my major passions. I empower individuals using science-backed strategies to regulate the nervous system. I can help provide effective tools to foster ongiong calm, deep focus, joy, to develop positive social connections, become meaningfully productive, while living a life with mindful presence and aligned with important values.
I'm a Neurologist and Founder of Neuro Reset 1:1 or couple retreats—immersive, transformative experiences for professionals to reduce stress, recharge, optimize brain and body health, and enhance relationships and quality of life.
Stress reduction is one of my major passions. I empower individuals using science-backed strategies to regulate the nervous system. I can help provide effective tools to foster ongiong calm, deep focus, joy, to develop positive social connections, become meaningfully productive, while living a life with mindful presence and aligned with important values.
(619) 914-6238 View (619) 914-6238
Vangie Akridge
Licensed Educational Psychologist, PsyD, LEP
San Diego, CA 92105
Being a teenager can be hard and being a parent of a teenager can be challenging. Knowing that we all desire for children to be emotionally well adjusted and academically successful, it is sometimes necessary to seek support. I am available to support your family through the journey of adolescence and can provide you with valuable information about your child's learning abilities and emotional functioning and tools to navigate the education system. You are not alone. I am here to support you.
Being a teenager can be hard and being a parent of a teenager can be challenging. Knowing that we all desire for children to be emotionally well adjusted and academically successful, it is sometimes necessary to seek support. I am available to support your family through the journey of adolescence and can provide you with valuable information about your child's learning abilities and emotional functioning and tools to navigate the education system. You are not alone. I am here to support you.
(619) 870-1957 View (619) 870-1957
Melissa Satram
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92103
I also specialized in multicultural issues and diversity issues such as identity issues, life transitions, and family issues.
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.
I also specialized in multicultural issues and diversity issues such as identity issues, life transitions, and family issues.
Do you ever struggle with feeling like you’re not enough? Do you feel like you have to prove yourself? Do you feel stuck and triggered by childhood trauma? The symptoms of trauma include anxiety, depression, high conflict relationships, occupational impairment, addiction, and much more. I believe therapy can help you develop a more self-awareness and actionable plan to alleviate these symptoms. I specialized in working with people who are willing to explore past, present, and future challenges and to find tools for personal growth.
(760) 227-2302 View (760) 227-2302
Margaret Boyd - Therapy For You Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
San Diego, CA 92123
At Therapy For You Counseling Center, we provide warm, compassionate, evidence-based therapy to help you feel calmer, more hopeful, and more in control of your life.
As Executive Director, I lead a team of dedicated therapists who support teens, adults, and couples through life’s challenges. Whether you are dealing with constant worry, emotional exhaustion, conflict at home, or a difficult transition, we offer caring, practical support that is covered by major insurance plans, making therapy more accessible when you need
At Therapy For You Counseling Center, we provide warm, compassionate, evidence-based therapy to help you feel calmer, more hopeful, and more in control of your life.
As Executive Director, I lead a team of dedicated therapists who support teens, adults, and couples through life’s challenges. Whether you are dealing with constant worry, emotional exhaustion, conflict at home, or a difficult transition, we offer caring, practical support that is covered by major insurance plans, making therapy more accessible when you need
(760) 840-3255 View (760) 840-3255
Nancy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Therapy is a precious and unique space, you will virtually sit with me to process and uncover the profound and deeper parts of yourself. My role and objective is to create a warm and inviting place in which you feel safe to show up as you are, to feel all the emotionally charged feelings, and relate to yourself in a way you may have not ever known or seen in yourself – in a more kind, loving, compassionate, and graceful manner.
Therapy is a precious and unique space, you will virtually sit with me to process and uncover the profound and deeper parts of yourself. My role and objective is to create a warm and inviting place in which you feel safe to show up as you are, to feel all the emotionally charged feelings, and relate to yourself in a way you may have not ever known or seen in yourself – in a more kind, loving, compassionate, and graceful manner.
(858) 358-7929 View (858) 358-7929
Dr. Chris Fragiskatos
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92108
COVID-19 UPDATE VIDEO: https://youtu.be/CKUV1dPRQS8. Have the arguments with your partner become more frequent? More intense? Do you feel that your relationship has lost its spark? Do you find yourself feeling emotionally alone, sad, unappreciated, or frequently let down? If you do, I want to assure you that it can get better. There is nothing to be gained by continuing in a frustrating or lackluster relationship. I have a system that quickly sorts out problem areas, and provides a road map for you and your partner to follow to get back on track and regain your prior emotional and physical intimacy. Please reach out today.
COVID-19 UPDATE VIDEO: https://youtu.be/CKUV1dPRQS8. Have the arguments with your partner become more frequent? More intense? Do you feel that your relationship has lost its spark? Do you find yourself feeling emotionally alone, sad, unappreciated, or frequently let down? If you do, I want to assure you that it can get better. There is nothing to be gained by continuing in a frustrating or lackluster relationship. I have a system that quickly sorts out problem areas, and provides a road map for you and your partner to follow to get back on track and regain your prior emotional and physical intimacy. Please reach out today.
(619) 457-6736 View (619) 457-6736

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