Parenting Therapists in San Diego, CA
I am a certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) provider and trained in Parent Management Training, offering specialized support to families dealing with externalizing behaviors like aggression, defiance, and hyperactivity.
As a licensed clinical psychologist (PhD) with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in working with individuals, children, and families. My approach integrates humanistic, behavioral, and evidence-based therapies to support meaningful and lasting change. I believe in meeting clients where they are—with empathy, respect, and strategies that work.
I am a certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) provider and trained in Parent Management Training, offering specialized support to families dealing with externalizing behaviors like aggression, defiance, and hyperactivity.
As a licensed clinical psychologist (PhD) with over 15 years of experience, I specialize in working with individuals, children, and families. My approach integrates humanistic, behavioral, and evidence-based therapies to support meaningful and lasting change. I believe in meeting clients where they are—with empathy, respect, and strategies that work.
Being addicted to alcohol or drugs is like being in a dark pit where you do not know what is up and what is down. It is cold and lonely, and you can feel hopeless about finding any escape. Being the family member of a loved one who is struggling with addiction is scary and can leave you sad and in a constant state of uncertainty. You are always asking yourself why is your loved one pushing aside the life ring you toss out and grabbing the anchor of drugs and alcohol over and over and over again. You see they are drowning and feel you cannot save them. Addiction is insidious, but there are paths to recovery.
Being addicted to alcohol or drugs is like being in a dark pit where you do not know what is up and what is down. It is cold and lonely, and you can feel hopeless about finding any escape. Being the family member of a loved one who is struggling with addiction is scary and can leave you sad and in a constant state of uncertainty. You are always asking yourself why is your loved one pushing aside the life ring you toss out and grabbing the anchor of drugs and alcohol over and over and over again. You see they are drowning and feel you cannot save them. Addiction is insidious, but there are paths to recovery.
Parenting with anxiety, trauma, or strained marriage adds a weight that makes parenthood feel insurmountable.
With over ten years working with families, I understand how hard it can be to carve out space and finances for therapy. That's why I use evidence-based tools and a relational framework to help you look inward, understand unhelpful patterns, and make confident, grounded choices so you can enjoy fulfilling relationships and actually like the person you are.
Parenting with anxiety, trauma, or strained marriage adds a weight that makes parenthood feel insurmountable.
With over ten years working with families, I understand how hard it can be to carve out space and finances for therapy. That's why I use evidence-based tools and a relational framework to help you look inward, understand unhelpful patterns, and make confident, grounded choices so you can enjoy fulfilling relationships and actually like the person you are.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I help families deal with grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and parenting issues.
I'm a first generation Polish-American. Learning a new language, adapting to a new country and establishing my identity taught me about resilience, embracing change, and working hard. Whatever issues you face, I know you are resilient. You have unique strengths with the ability to change and grow. My passion is counseling families, couples, children, adolescents and adults. My approach is holistic, which covers your total wellbeing - Physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. I'll help you use your own values, skills, and knowledge to heal troubling issues and live a much better life - One with greater meaning to it.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I help families deal with grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and parenting issues.
I'm a first generation Polish-American. Learning a new language, adapting to a new country and establishing my identity taught me about resilience, embracing change, and working hard. Whatever issues you face, I know you are resilient. You have unique strengths with the ability to change and grow. My passion is counseling families, couples, children, adolescents and adults. My approach is holistic, which covers your total wellbeing - Physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. I'll help you use your own values, skills, and knowledge to heal troubling issues and live a much better life - One with greater meaning to it.
I have completed training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Level 1 Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Filial Therapy (a child- parent modality focused on strengthening relationships through therapeutic play) and Play Therapy.
I believe that healing and transformation happen in the context of safe, trusting relationships. As an attachment-based therapist, I specialize in relational trauma, emotional regulation, and connection across the lifespan. At the heart of my work is a deep passion for helping children, couples, and individuals build secure connections within themselves and with others. I take a collaborative, client-centered approach believing that each person already carries within them the capacity for growth.
I have completed training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Level 1 Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Filial Therapy (a child- parent modality focused on strengthening relationships through therapeutic play) and Play Therapy.
I believe that healing and transformation happen in the context of safe, trusting relationships. As an attachment-based therapist, I specialize in relational trauma, emotional regulation, and connection across the lifespan. At the heart of my work is a deep passion for helping children, couples, and individuals build secure connections within themselves and with others. I take a collaborative, client-centered approach believing that each person already carries within them the capacity for growth.
In my work I integrate psychodynamic, developmental, cognitive-behavioral, and relationship‑based methods, with deep expertise in play therapy, DIRFloortime, adolescent therapy, family therapy, and parent guidance.
At different stages of our lives, we all need somebody who can listen to what we have to say, to pay attention to our needs, to make an objective observation, and to provide us with help, encouragement, and motivation to change things for the better. Psychotherapist with more than 20 years of experience supporting adults, adolescents, children, and families through emotional, developmental, and life‑transition challenges. I am known for a compassionate, non‑judgmental, and relationship‑centered approach that helps clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to grow. I am currently Licensed in CA, NJ and NY
In my work I integrate psychodynamic, developmental, cognitive-behavioral, and relationship‑based methods, with deep expertise in play therapy, DIRFloortime, adolescent therapy, family therapy, and parent guidance.
At different stages of our lives, we all need somebody who can listen to what we have to say, to pay attention to our needs, to make an objective observation, and to provide us with help, encouragement, and motivation to change things for the better. Psychotherapist with more than 20 years of experience supporting adults, adolescents, children, and families through emotional, developmental, and life‑transition challenges. I am known for a compassionate, non‑judgmental, and relationship‑centered approach that helps clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to grow. I am currently Licensed in CA, NJ and NY
It's nice to meet you! I believe that each client brings a unique set of strengths and skills that can be uncovered and mastered in their healing process. My role is to walk along side you and support you in this process.
It's nice to meet you! I believe that each client brings a unique set of strengths and skills that can be uncovered and mastered in their healing process. My role is to walk along side you and support you in this process.
Parenting a young child with big emotions, impulsivity, frequent meltdowns, or challenging behaviors can leave you wondering what else you're supposed to try.
I specialize in therapy for parents and young children, especially when ADHD, big emotions, frequent meltdowns, or challenging behaviors are making family life harder. I offer Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), where you learn practical skills and practice them with your child while I coach you live.
Parenting a young child with big emotions, impulsivity, frequent meltdowns, or challenging behaviors can leave you wondering what else you're supposed to try.
I specialize in therapy for parents and young children, especially when ADHD, big emotions, frequent meltdowns, or challenging behaviors are making family life harder. I offer Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), where you learn practical skills and practice them with your child while I coach you live.
Hi, I’m Meghan, a therapist who specializes in working with teens and adults navigating anxiety, neurodivergence, and feeling stuck in patterns that no longer feel sustainable. Many of the people I work with are looking for a better understanding of themselves and more supportive ways of relating to their thoughts, emotions, and relationships. I offer a warm, conversational, and collaborative space where we can slow things down together and explore your experience with curiosity and care. My approach is grounded in connection, and I focus on helping you build insight and clarity over time so meaningful and lasting change can unfold.
Hi, I’m Meghan, a therapist who specializes in working with teens and adults navigating anxiety, neurodivergence, and feeling stuck in patterns that no longer feel sustainable. Many of the people I work with are looking for a better understanding of themselves and more supportive ways of relating to their thoughts, emotions, and relationships. I offer a warm, conversational, and collaborative space where we can slow things down together and explore your experience with curiosity and care. My approach is grounded in connection, and I focus on helping you build insight and clarity over time so meaningful and lasting change can unfold.
Hi! I am Debra Jedeikin at Del Mar Family Therapy
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Doctorate in Psychology (PsyD) in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy.
I have had over 30 years of extensive experience with families and individuals of all ages
I focus on emotional wellness and the ability of each individual to lead a rich, fulfilling, and happy life.
I offer an understanding of each person’s perspective and promote compassionate and respectful communication.
Helping Families Heal
Hi! I am Debra Jedeikin at Del Mar Family Therapy
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Doctorate in Psychology (PsyD) in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy.
I have had over 30 years of extensive experience with families and individuals of all ages
I focus on emotional wellness and the ability of each individual to lead a rich, fulfilling, and happy life.
I offer an understanding of each person’s perspective and promote compassionate and respectful communication.
Helping Families Heal
You plan to parent differently than how you were parented and that seems simple enough
Women and new moms come to me to work through parenting/life stressors, trauma, and mental health issues, including Perinatal/Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders. As a client-centered and attachment-based EMDR therapist, I customize my interventions to suit your unique needs.
You plan to parent differently than how you were parented and that seems simple enough
Women and new moms come to me to work through parenting/life stressors, trauma, and mental health issues, including Perinatal/Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders. As a client-centered and attachment-based EMDR therapist, I customize my interventions to suit your unique needs.
The hardest things we carry often start early, and they can quietly shape how we show up in our relationships, our parenting, and our sense of self.
My approach blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. We will work to process what hurts, build practical skills, and move toward what matters most to you. The work is collaborative, paced, and grounded in your goals.
The hardest things we carry often start early, and they can quietly shape how we show up in our relationships, our parenting, and our sense of self.
My approach blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. We will work to process what hurts, build practical skills, and move toward what matters most to you. The work is collaborative, paced, and grounded in your goals.
Subspecialties include trauma and stress management, parenting and support for caregivers.
Having worked as a secondary teacher, young people find me approachable and easy to trust. At a time when they're moving toward self sufficiency, a competent and compassionate therapist can make a big difference in helping them gain inner awareness while discovering a toolbox of daily coping skills.
Subspecialties include trauma and stress management, parenting and support for caregivers.
Having worked as a secondary teacher, young people find me approachable and easy to trust. At a time when they're moving toward self sufficiency, a competent and compassionate therapist can make a big difference in helping them gain inner awareness while discovering a toolbox of daily coping skills.
Are the parenting strategies you use not working the way you thought they would?
As a psychologist with extensive training in early childhood mental health, I take a thoughtful, individualized approach to care with your family. Together, we will identify what is most important to you and your family and develop a plan that feels practical, supportive, and tailored to your child’s and family’s unique needs to create lasting change.
Are the parenting strategies you use not working the way you thought they would?
As a psychologist with extensive training in early childhood mental health, I take a thoughtful, individualized approach to care with your family. Together, we will identify what is most important to you and your family and develop a plan that feels practical, supportive, and tailored to your child’s and family’s unique needs to create lasting change.
A lot of the men I work with are high functioning on the outside. They show up for work, family, and responsibility, yet internally, they’re carrying stress, anger, anxiety, identity pressure, or relationship tension they’ve never really had space to unpack. Many were taught to perform, not process.
A lot of the men I work with are high functioning on the outside. They show up for work, family, and responsibility, yet internally, they’re carrying stress, anger, anxiety, identity pressure, or relationship tension they’ve never really had space to unpack. Many were taught to perform, not process.
Hi there! My name is Kathryn Shafer (She, Her, Hers). I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 12 years of experience in the field. I provide individual, couples and family therapy to children, teens and adults with a variety of concerns. I specialize in working with diverse populations who have anxiety, depression, relational problems and everyday life stressors.
Hi there! My name is Kathryn Shafer (She, Her, Hers). I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 12 years of experience in the field. I provide individual, couples and family therapy to children, teens and adults with a variety of concerns. I specialize in working with diverse populations who have anxiety, depression, relational problems and everyday life stressors.
Whether you are navigating fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, postpartum changes, birth trauma, or the demands of parenting, your support should reflect the depth of what you are experiencing.
We view reproductive transitions not as side topics, but as core clinical focus areas. Our approach is grounded in evidence-based care, tailored to your unique medical and personal context. We provide a safe space where you can feel understood without having to justify your experience.
Whether you are navigating fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, postpartum changes, birth trauma, or the demands of parenting, your support should reflect the depth of what you are experiencing.
We view reproductive transitions not as side topics, but as core clinical focus areas. Our approach is grounded in evidence-based care, tailored to your unique medical and personal context. We provide a safe space where you can feel understood without having to justify your experience.
I help families resolve behavioral issues through guiding parents with positive parenting strategies.
Do you need support during your Divorce? Are your children having a hard time with their new living arrangements? I'm here to help you and your children adjust and learn to cope with the roller coaster called Divorce. I work with children and families who are going through divorce and assist when there is child alienation from a parent or grandparent.
I help families resolve behavioral issues through guiding parents with positive parenting strategies.
Do you need support during your Divorce? Are your children having a hard time with their new living arrangements? I'm here to help you and your children adjust and learn to cope with the roller coaster called Divorce. I work with children and families who are going through divorce and assist when there is child alienation from a parent or grandparent.
Accepting New Couples! !
Feeling stuck in the same arguments, walking on eggshells, or missing the closeness you used to have? You don’t have to keep trying to fix things alone.
Hi, I’m Mignon, a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee in San Diego offering therapy for couples in all stages of their relationship. I work with partners who feel unheard, disconnected, or caught in patterns that leave both people feeling frustrated and alone. I also support interracial and multicultural couples navigating differences in communication, culture, and identity.
Accepting New Couples! !
Feeling stuck in the same arguments, walking on eggshells, or missing the closeness you used to have? You don’t have to keep trying to fix things alone.
Hi, I’m Mignon, a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee in San Diego offering therapy for couples in all stages of their relationship. I work with partners who feel unheard, disconnected, or caught in patterns that leave both people feeling frustrated and alone. I also support interracial and multicultural couples navigating differences in communication, culture, and identity.
I specialize in working with individuals and families who have experienced complex trauma, perinatal mental health challenges, anxiety, and the unique experiences that come with parenting young children.
There may be times where you have felt alone or like you’re falling behind in navigating life’s challenges. My goal is to help you slow down, lighten your mental load and feel safe bringing your whole self into the therapeutic relationship from your strengths, your struggles, your humor and everything in between. Instead of taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I focus on meeting you where you are - while also helping you see what’s possible with genuine support.
I specialize in working with individuals and families who have experienced complex trauma, perinatal mental health challenges, anxiety, and the unique experiences that come with parenting young children.
There may be times where you have felt alone or like you’re falling behind in navigating life’s challenges. My goal is to help you slow down, lighten your mental load and feel safe bringing your whole self into the therapeutic relationship from your strengths, your struggles, your humor and everything in between. Instead of taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I focus on meeting you where you are - while also helping you see what’s possible with genuine support.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.