Music Therapy in San Diego, CA
Emotional challenges and mental illness do not discriminate. No matter your race, orientation, gender, or religion, you matter. Open Mind Health offers a diverse group of providers who specialize in helping others find relief from a full spectrum of challenges. We offer 21 customized Wellness Tracks that address core symptoms, core life domains, & diverse populations to get the roots of emotional challenges – no one-size fits all or band aid approaches. We assess and advance your Personal Evolution so that you can become your best self. 96% of our clients rate their experience with Open Mind Health as Excellent or Very Good.
Emotional challenges and mental illness do not discriminate. No matter your race, orientation, gender, or religion, you matter. Open Mind Health offers a diverse group of providers who specialize in helping others find relief from a full spectrum of challenges. We offer 21 customized Wellness Tracks that address core symptoms, core life domains, & diverse populations to get the roots of emotional challenges – no one-size fits all or band aid approaches. We assess and advance your Personal Evolution so that you can become your best self. 96% of our clients rate their experience with Open Mind Health as Excellent or Very Good.
I'm Dr. Austin Slade, a licensed psychologist with over a decade of experience guiding people through life's most difficult terrain. My practice is a safe harbor for those navigating the complexities of trauma (PTSD), grief, depression, chronic illness (Lyme, ME/CFS, Long COVID), and addictions—from substances to gambling and pornography. I know how isolating these struggles are, and I want you to know: your story is not too much. My approach is both deep and holistic. While grounded in proven methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I also know that true healing often requires more than talk.
I'm Dr. Austin Slade, a licensed psychologist with over a decade of experience guiding people through life's most difficult terrain. My practice is a safe harbor for those navigating the complexities of trauma (PTSD), grief, depression, chronic illness (Lyme, ME/CFS, Long COVID), and addictions—from substances to gambling and pornography. I know how isolating these struggles are, and I want you to know: your story is not too much. My approach is both deep and holistic. While grounded in proven methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I also know that true healing often requires more than talk.
An ideal client may present issues related to any source of loss and grief, especially pet loss or chronic illness. Committed clients, who value investing in themselves to use coaching to go beyond just "getting through" a challenge/loss as springboards for personal growth and transformation through my unique methodology, 7 Powerful Practices to Manage Your Mind and Heal Your Heart. Clients use individual sessions, group programs, transformational retreats. I use my Certification as a Life Coach, a coaching model, and my methodology of the 7 Powerful Practices.
An ideal client may present issues related to any source of loss and grief, especially pet loss or chronic illness. Committed clients, who value investing in themselves to use coaching to go beyond just "getting through" a challenge/loss as springboards for personal growth and transformation through my unique methodology, 7 Powerful Practices to Manage Your Mind and Heal Your Heart. Clients use individual sessions, group programs, transformational retreats. I use my Certification as a Life Coach, a coaching model, and my methodology of the 7 Powerful Practices.
After spending several years as an educator, I earned my MFT and opened Falcone Institute, a holistic psychoeducational and psychotherapeutic practice. I provide an individualized, heart-centered, and intuitive approach to healing and learning through complementary and alternative methodologies. My expertise and ability to ‘see’ and acknowledge each child’s and family’s specific needs provides a ray of hope for client families.
After spending several years as an educator, I earned my MFT and opened Falcone Institute, a holistic psychoeducational and psychotherapeutic practice. I provide an individualized, heart-centered, and intuitive approach to healing and learning through complementary and alternative methodologies. My expertise and ability to ‘see’ and acknowledge each child’s and family’s specific needs provides a ray of hope for client families.
I am currently accepting private clients for individual grief support sessions. I offer a range of support topics including substance-use disorder loss, anticipatory grief related to illness, accident, and substance use, and disenfranchised loss related to murder, suicide, or substance use. In addition, I offer support for other types of loss that may not be recognized by traditional therapies, such as the loss of a pet, job, co-worker, or dear friend. Sessions are ongoing and are offered via phone or Zoom. For Individual sessions, I work on a sliding scale fee. For more information: hearthomeshealingdotgmaildotcom
I am currently accepting private clients for individual grief support sessions. I offer a range of support topics including substance-use disorder loss, anticipatory grief related to illness, accident, and substance use, and disenfranchised loss related to murder, suicide, or substance use. In addition, I offer support for other types of loss that may not be recognized by traditional therapies, such as the loss of a pet, job, co-worker, or dear friend. Sessions are ongoing and are offered via phone or Zoom. For Individual sessions, I work on a sliding scale fee. For more information: hearthomeshealingdotgmaildotcom
I support clients from a parts perspective and use ACT, CBT, EMDR, Somatic techniques, and music therapy within that framework.
You are so brave right now. Trying to find someone who can support you in living your best life can be hard. I hope I can help. You may be feeling lonely, frustrated, sad, lost, and on edge. It may be because of the past, something recent, or something you’re fearful of in the future. Whatever the case, you are struggling to be who you want to be. You want to see your potential, but there's all this stuff in the way. Let's clear the stuff, heal the pain, find your potential, and get you balanced and aligned with the true you.
I support clients from a parts perspective and use ACT, CBT, EMDR, Somatic techniques, and music therapy within that framework.
You are so brave right now. Trying to find someone who can support you in living your best life can be hard. I hope I can help. You may be feeling lonely, frustrated, sad, lost, and on edge. It may be because of the past, something recent, or something you’re fearful of in the future. Whatever the case, you are struggling to be who you want to be. You want to see your potential, but there's all this stuff in the way. Let's clear the stuff, heal the pain, find your potential, and get you balanced and aligned with the true you.
I'm Yas. I’ve spent the past decade walking alongside kids, teens, adults, and families through life’s toughest and most meaningful moments. I immigrated from Iran to the U.S. in 2004, carrying with me both the visible and invisible layers of a complex history—personal loss, cultural transition, and a search for belonging. My early experiences with trauma and grief sparked a lifelong desire to understand the emotional world—first my own, and eventually that of others. This path led me to become a therapist who holds space not just for pain, but for resilience, growth, and self-discovery.
I'm Yas. I’ve spent the past decade walking alongside kids, teens, adults, and families through life’s toughest and most meaningful moments. I immigrated from Iran to the U.S. in 2004, carrying with me both the visible and invisible layers of a complex history—personal loss, cultural transition, and a search for belonging. My early experiences with trauma and grief sparked a lifelong desire to understand the emotional world—first my own, and eventually that of others. This path led me to become a therapist who holds space not just for pain, but for resilience, growth, and self-discovery.
If you have spent years in therapy and still feel like something essential has not been reached, you are not the problem. Traditional talk therapy simply has limitations. Transformation often happens in the body, the nervous system, and the ancestral layers that words alone cannot access.
I am Darryn Robinson, a licensed psychotherapist and Reiki Master specializing in complex trauma, PTSD, and somatic therapy. I work at the intersection of clinical evidence and ancestral wisdom, bringing over a decade of experience and an ability to sense beyond the senses. This is therapy that meets you where the healing actually lives.
If you have spent years in therapy and still feel like something essential has not been reached, you are not the problem. Traditional talk therapy simply has limitations. Transformation often happens in the body, the nervous system, and the ancestral layers that words alone cannot access.
I am Darryn Robinson, a licensed psychotherapist and Reiki Master specializing in complex trauma, PTSD, and somatic therapy. I work at the intersection of clinical evidence and ancestral wisdom, bringing over a decade of experience and an ability to sense beyond the senses. This is therapy that meets you where the healing actually lives.
My approach is always person-centered. I want to help clients build from their own strengths, values, and goals. We will take our time. We will work to build trust. As we progress we can explore difficult questions and choices. With trust, compassion, & confidence comes clarity and the chance to make real changes in our lives.
I have worked in trauma therapy and crisis treatment. I have sat across from people during difficult conversations and intense realizations and I have seen the relief, confidence, and joy that can follow. I want you to experience this as well, no matter what you face.
My approach is always person-centered. I want to help clients build from their own strengths, values, and goals. We will take our time. We will work to build trust. As we progress we can explore difficult questions and choices. With trust, compassion, & confidence comes clarity and the chance to make real changes in our lives.
I have worked in trauma therapy and crisis treatment. I have sat across from people during difficult conversations and intense realizations and I have seen the relief, confidence, and joy that can follow. I want you to experience this as well, no matter what you face.
My ideal clients are often the ones who appear to have it all together on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected on the inside. Many come to therapy struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, life transitions, relationship patterns, or past experiences that continue to impact the present. Together, we move beyond simply understanding why patterns exist and begin creating meaningful change. Using approaches like EMDR, narrative therapy, and evidence-based practices, I help clients reconnect with themselves, build self-compassion, and move toward a life that feels more authentic and aligned.
My ideal clients are often the ones who appear to have it all together on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected on the inside. Many come to therapy struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, life transitions, relationship patterns, or past experiences that continue to impact the present. Together, we move beyond simply understanding why patterns exist and begin creating meaningful change. Using approaches like EMDR, narrative therapy, and evidence-based practices, I help clients reconnect with themselves, build self-compassion, and move toward a life that feels more authentic and aligned.
I’m a licensed clinical social worker, and I specialize in helping individuals navigate life’s challenges by fostering self-compassion, growth, and empowerment. My approach to therapy is grounded in collaboration, focusing on your strengths and creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can work toward your goals at your own pace. I work with individuals facing transition and change, helping them build the skills and confidence needed to lead fulfilling lives.
I’m a licensed clinical social worker, and I specialize in helping individuals navigate life’s challenges by fostering self-compassion, growth, and empowerment. My approach to therapy is grounded in collaboration, focusing on your strengths and creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can work toward your goals at your own pace. I work with individuals facing transition and change, helping them build the skills and confidence needed to lead fulfilling lives.
Brings six years of music therapy experience into work as a Marriage and Family Therapist.
Many clients are thoughtful, capable, and self-aware, yet feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. Common concerns include trauma, ADHD, burnout, relationship conflict, grief, and major life transitions. Often, there is a desire for clarity and relief without oversimplifying experiences or forcing premature solutions. The goal is not self-correction, but understanding—making sense of how current patterns formed and deciding what kinds of change are worth the cost.
Brings six years of music therapy experience into work as a Marriage and Family Therapist.
Many clients are thoughtful, capable, and self-aware, yet feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. Common concerns include trauma, ADHD, burnout, relationship conflict, grief, and major life transitions. Often, there is a desire for clarity and relief without oversimplifying experiences or forcing premature solutions. The goal is not self-correction, but understanding—making sense of how current patterns formed and deciding what kinds of change are worth the cost.
Hi, I’m Hitomi! My name is Hitomi Fujikura, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Diego, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults of all ages and specialize in working with people looking for support with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and ADHD through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
Hi, I’m Hitomi! My name is Hitomi Fujikura, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Diego, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults of all ages and specialize in working with people looking for support with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and ADHD through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
I primarily, integrate elements of Somatic Therapy, CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT, Art Therapy, Music Therapy and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
Are you stressed, overwhelmed, crippled with anxiety, depression, trauma, or grief? Are you struggling in your job, or as a student? Are you engaging in coping patterns that are not serving you (food, substances, scrolling)? You are not alone in this experience. We all go through seasons of life where we need the support to move from surviving to thriving, and I can help get you there.
I primarily, integrate elements of Somatic Therapy, CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT, Art Therapy, Music Therapy and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
Are you stressed, overwhelmed, crippled with anxiety, depression, trauma, or grief? Are you struggling in your job, or as a student? Are you engaging in coping patterns that are not serving you (food, substances, scrolling)? You are not alone in this experience. We all go through seasons of life where we need the support to move from surviving to thriving, and I can help get you there.
Navigating the emotional landscape of pregnancy and early parenthood can be overwhelming. Whether you're experiencing postpartum depression, pregnancy-related anxiety, recovering from birth trauma, or grappling with pregnancy loss; you're not alone. You're not failing. This is hard. I'm passionate about helping you understand and manage anxiety, depression, rage, birth trauma grief, or postpartum stress. Are you ready to reconnect with your identity beyond motherhood, build emotional regulation and self-compassion and feel less alone in the messy, beautiful reality of parenting? I got you.
Navigating the emotional landscape of pregnancy and early parenthood can be overwhelming. Whether you're experiencing postpartum depression, pregnancy-related anxiety, recovering from birth trauma, or grappling with pregnancy loss; you're not alone. You're not failing. This is hard. I'm passionate about helping you understand and manage anxiety, depression, rage, birth trauma grief, or postpartum stress. Are you ready to reconnect with your identity beyond motherhood, build emotional regulation and self-compassion and feel less alone in the messy, beautiful reality of parenting? I got you.
Pontea Dianati, PhD, is a doctor of psychology, holistic coach, and spiritual guide with over 15 years of experience supporting deep personal and spiritual transformation.
With a doctorate in clinical psychology and extensive training in energy psychology and consciousness-based practices, her work integrates psychological insight with intuitive and spiritual support.
Her approach honors both inner inquiry and spiritual awareness, offering a supportive space where emotional healing, energetic clearing, and soul-level remembrance can unfold with care and intention.
Pontea Dianati, PhD, is a doctor of psychology, holistic coach, and spiritual guide with over 15 years of experience supporting deep personal and spiritual transformation.
With a doctorate in clinical psychology and extensive training in energy psychology and consciousness-based practices, her work integrates psychological insight with intuitive and spiritual support.
Her approach honors both inner inquiry and spiritual awareness, offering a supportive space where emotional healing, energetic clearing, and soul-level remembrance can unfold with care and intention.
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
At Rocker Health, we believe that mental wellness is a journey that deserves compassion, understanding, and personalized support. Our commitment to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is at the forefront of everything we do. We understand that each individual's experience with mental health is unique, and we strive to create a welcoming environment where individuals feel safe and empowered to share their stories. Our mission is to provide a rock-solid foundation for our clients, guiding them toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Therapy is so much more than the act of talking and assessing the mind. Therapy is a limitless place to explore one’s own reality and how it relates to others, and the world. Therapy can be found in somatic expression, in various forms of art, in connection with nature, and in the healing of self, and relationship with others. As an environmentalist, practitioner of yoga, and dancer, I value both traditional and alternative forms of healing that focus on the utmost well-being of the client(s).
Therapy is so much more than the act of talking and assessing the mind. Therapy is a limitless place to explore one’s own reality and how it relates to others, and the world. Therapy can be found in somatic expression, in various forms of art, in connection with nature, and in the healing of self, and relationship with others. As an environmentalist, practitioner of yoga, and dancer, I value both traditional and alternative forms of healing that focus on the utmost well-being of the client(s).
Additionally, I incorporate creative therapies such as music therapy, lyric analysis, and art therapy to help clients express what they might find difficult to put into words.
I specialize in working with teenagers and young adults, particularly those navigating anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, and life transitions. My approach is supportive and collaborative, helping clients build the skills needed to manage challenges and embrace their unique strengths.
Additionally, I incorporate creative therapies such as music therapy, lyric analysis, and art therapy to help clients express what they might find difficult to put into words.
I specialize in working with teenagers and young adults, particularly those navigating anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, and life transitions. My approach is supportive and collaborative, helping clients build the skills needed to manage challenges and embrace their unique strengths.
Music Therapy is accessible and welcoming to everyone, regardless of experience, age, or abilities.
I have 25+ years of being a professional touring musician and have walked through many fortifying fires including that of chronic illness and chronic pain. I arrive at each session with reverence for your own inner wisdom, and feel privileged to accompany you in this exploration.
Music Therapy is accessible and welcoming to everyone, regardless of experience, age, or abilities.
I have 25+ years of being a professional touring musician and have walked through many fortifying fires including that of chronic illness and chronic pain. I arrive at each session with reverence for your own inner wisdom, and feel privileged to accompany you in this exploration.
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How does music therapy work?
A music therapist will begin by assessing the client’s specific needs and getting a sense of their musical ability and interests. Musical training is not required, and clients of all ages can benefit from this type of therapy. The therapist will then make a plan for how to achieve the client’s therapeutic goal(s) using a range of receptive (e.g., listening to a song) and active (e.g., drumming in a group) music therapy techniques.
What are some common music therapy techniques?
Music therapy usually involves listening to music (either live or recorded). Music therapy clients may also make music on popular instruments, such as the piano, guitar, and hand drum, or sing. Sometimes music therapy can include guided imagery. A music therapist may ask clients to improvise on the spot or even compose their own songs. Dancing or moving to music can be an effective intervention to help clients feel more fully grounded in their bodies and remain in the present moment.
How does music therapy help with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
Music therapy can be a valuable creative outlet for clients with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who have trouble putting their painful feelings into words. Listening to music can be relaxing while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. In addition to its mood-boosting effects, music therapy can help clients build resilience and overcome PTSD symptoms that may interfere with their daily lives.
How long does music therapy take?
Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes. They can be scheduled in advance (for example, once a week) or can be done on an as-needed basis. Some clients will only require a handful of music therapy sessions to achieve their goals, while others may need months or longer, depending on their specific concern.