Parenting Therapists in San Diego, CA
I also have experience in helping people in the arenas of parenting, acculturation and life changes.
Welcome to my page. If you are here, this means you are considering psychotherapy for yourself or a loved one. Relationship challenges, emotional pain and personal conflicts are part of our lives and sometimes we need support and advice in coping with them. I can help you by listening and trying to understand your point of view. Then I will share with you my understanding of your situation and my expertise in dealing with problems similar to yours. I will ask questions that will help you gain better insight into who you are. We will work together towards you achieving your goals in therapy.
I also have experience in helping people in the arenas of parenting, acculturation and life changes.
Welcome to my page. If you are here, this means you are considering psychotherapy for yourself or a loved one. Relationship challenges, emotional pain and personal conflicts are part of our lives and sometimes we need support and advice in coping with them. I can help you by listening and trying to understand your point of view. Then I will share with you my understanding of your situation and my expertise in dealing with problems similar to yours. I will ask questions that will help you gain better insight into who you are. We will work together towards you achieving your goals in therapy.
I also have extensive training in parenting issues, perinatal mood issues, and grief and loss.
It takes courage to set up your first therapy appointment, and it can be challenging to find a therapist who "gets you". With a trusted therapist, you can identify your struggles and find ways to overcome them, find importance and meaning in your life, experience healing from bad memories, and communicate better with loved ones. I have worked with clients for 29 years helping people find their clarity and truth. I welcome your call to determine if I'm a good fit for you as a therapist.
I also have extensive training in parenting issues, perinatal mood issues, and grief and loss.
It takes courage to set up your first therapy appointment, and it can be challenging to find a therapist who "gets you". With a trusted therapist, you can identify your struggles and find ways to overcome them, find importance and meaning in your life, experience healing from bad memories, and communicate better with loved ones. I have worked with clients for 29 years helping people find their clarity and truth. I welcome your call to determine if I'm a good fit for you as a therapist.
Erika Miroslava Arellano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92139
I currently work with adult individuals and couples to overcome depression, self-esteem issues, and parenting issues.
Are you are experiencing life changes, loneliness, low self-esteem, lack of motivation? Have you loss a loved one? Do you feel that being a parent or being a partner is challenging? Are you experiencing anxiety, insomnia or excessive worries? Let me tell you that you are not alone. As a hispanic therapist, mom, and wife I understand how challenging life can be. If you are considering making a change in your life, or wanting to improve your relationships and your quality of life, I am here to work with you in a collaborative way to help you reach your goals and improve specific areas of your life and your relationships.
I currently work with adult individuals and couples to overcome depression, self-esteem issues, and parenting issues.
Are you are experiencing life changes, loneliness, low self-esteem, lack of motivation? Have you loss a loved one? Do you feel that being a parent or being a partner is challenging? Are you experiencing anxiety, insomnia or excessive worries? Let me tell you that you are not alone. As a hispanic therapist, mom, and wife I understand how challenging life can be. If you are considering making a change in your life, or wanting to improve your relationships and your quality of life, I am here to work with you in a collaborative way to help you reach your goals and improve specific areas of your life and your relationships.
I enjoy teaching parenting skills and finding innovative solutions to prepare for parenthood.
Hello, my name is Giselle Lopez, and I am a licensed clinical social worker with 17 years of experience. I specialize in helping clients with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and Grief. My passion is to help children, families, and individuals work through their challenges by teaching them new coping skills, working as a team to explore old patterns, and developing new ones to achieve a better balance in our mental health. My passion is working with children, especially those with Attention-Deficit, Hyperactivity Disorder, and working with their families who are having difficulties with relationship issues and school.
I enjoy teaching parenting skills and finding innovative solutions to prepare for parenthood.
Hello, my name is Giselle Lopez, and I am a licensed clinical social worker with 17 years of experience. I specialize in helping clients with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and Grief. My passion is to help children, families, and individuals work through their challenges by teaching them new coping skills, working as a team to explore old patterns, and developing new ones to achieve a better balance in our mental health. My passion is working with children, especially those with Attention-Deficit, Hyperactivity Disorder, and working with their families who are having difficulties with relationship issues and school.
If you're seeking support for ADHD, Trauma, or parenting challenges, I'm here to offer a compassionate, skilled hand.
Dealing with ADHD, trauma, or parenting concerns requires compassion and understanding. My practice welcomes those touched by the challenges of ADHD's impact on daily life, the deep wounds inflicted by trauma, and the complexities of parenting. These experiences can profoundly affect your sense of self and your relationships. In a supportive environment, we'll work together to address these issues, fostering resilience, healing, and a more harmonious family life, paving the way for a future where you feel more connected and empowered.
If you're seeking support for ADHD, Trauma, or parenting challenges, I'm here to offer a compassionate, skilled hand.
Dealing with ADHD, trauma, or parenting concerns requires compassion and understanding. My practice welcomes those touched by the challenges of ADHD's impact on daily life, the deep wounds inflicted by trauma, and the complexities of parenting. These experiences can profoundly affect your sense of self and your relationships. In a supportive environment, we'll work together to address these issues, fostering resilience, healing, and a more harmonious family life, paving the way for a future where you feel more connected and empowered.
Sylvia Padilla Sullivan, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
I have twenty years experience working with parent/child and other relationships.
When someone significant in your life is acting out, it’s maddening. Is it them?..is it you? Are you weighed down with the effects of being raised by emotionally immature parents? Regardless, something has to shift. If you're in that space with your child, parent, or someone else; you know it can be a source of real suffering. There may be anger, depression, anxiety..it is stressful at the very least. Don't do this alone. Let's talk.
I have twenty years experience working with parent/child and other relationships.
When someone significant in your life is acting out, it’s maddening. Is it them?..is it you? Are you weighed down with the effects of being raised by emotionally immature parents? Regardless, something has to shift. If you're in that space with your child, parent, or someone else; you know it can be a source of real suffering. There may be anger, depression, anxiety..it is stressful at the very least. Don't do this alone. Let's talk.
Anoushey Khan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, , MS
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130 (Online Only)
I specialize in relationships- be it your partner, child, parent or friend.
You have taken the first step, now let's talk! If you are seeking support for yourself, for your child or another loved one I'm here for you. I help people find purpose and meaning in their family, friendships, work and all other areas of life while also learning tools and strategies to overcome obstacles and challenges that interfere with their relationships and their vision for their life. I not only adapt my professional expertise to fit your unique needs and situation but also bring my own life experiences as a mom, as a partner, friend and fellow human who has grappled with similar issues.
I specialize in relationships- be it your partner, child, parent or friend.
You have taken the first step, now let's talk! If you are seeking support for yourself, for your child or another loved one I'm here for you. I help people find purpose and meaning in their family, friendships, work and all other areas of life while also learning tools and strategies to overcome obstacles and challenges that interfere with their relationships and their vision for their life. I not only adapt my professional expertise to fit your unique needs and situation but also bring my own life experiences as a mom, as a partner, friend and fellow human who has grappled with similar issues.
Preventative Health for Happy Families!
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
*Early Childhood- Hands-on with Parent & Child; *Families Living with Illness/Injury- Managing its impact on the family unit.
I've had the joy of working with children and families for nearly 20 years. I also am the founder/owner of "Preventative Health for Happy Families!" a boutique group practice specializing in Military Families. We embrace the philosophy of resiliency and take a strength based approach to motivate change. In session, we help with the development of basic life skills: management of difficult feelings, stress reduction, effective communication, parenting techniques, practical goal-setting, or improved problem solving. The end result? Thriving individuals, satisfied couples, cohesive families and happy children!
*Early Childhood- Hands-on with Parent & Child; *Families Living with Illness/Injury- Managing its impact on the family unit.
I've had the joy of working with children and families for nearly 20 years. I also am the founder/owner of "Preventative Health for Happy Families!" a boutique group practice specializing in Military Families. We embrace the philosophy of resiliency and take a strength based approach to motivate change. In session, we help with the development of basic life skills: management of difficult feelings, stress reduction, effective communication, parenting techniques, practical goal-setting, or improved problem solving. The end result? Thriving individuals, satisfied couples, cohesive families and happy children!
I offer developmentally appropriate play therapy, filial therapy, talk therapy and parent coaching.
Do you and your child struggle to get through the day? Are you frustrated with your child's behavior and just do not know how to get him to listen? Are you and your teenager on different pages and just cannot connect? Has your child experienced a trauma, death or divorce? My approach to helping you and your child is warm and collaborative. I focus on developing a relationship; seeing your child, understanding him and providing space for her to explore and express. My goal in working with families is to bring joy into parenting.
I offer developmentally appropriate play therapy, filial therapy, talk therapy and parent coaching.
Do you and your child struggle to get through the day? Are you frustrated with your child's behavior and just do not know how to get him to listen? Are you and your teenager on different pages and just cannot connect? Has your child experienced a trauma, death or divorce? My approach to helping you and your child is warm and collaborative. I focus on developing a relationship; seeing your child, understanding him and providing space for her to explore and express. My goal in working with families is to bring joy into parenting.
I am available for therapy and parent coaching within the traditional office setting or in your home.
As a therapist and parenting coach, I have devoted my career to helping people change their lives in positive ways. These changes can involve assisting parents in altering the problematic behavior of their children, coaching to achieve life goals, or overcoming troublesome habits. I use a positive, solution-oriented approach to maximize performance and help people solve the problems in their lives. I use a combination of individual, couples and family based work to allow the whole family to be part of the solution.
I am available for therapy and parent coaching within the traditional office setting or in your home.
As a therapist and parenting coach, I have devoted my career to helping people change their lives in positive ways. These changes can involve assisting parents in altering the problematic behavior of their children, coaching to achieve life goals, or overcoming troublesome habits. I use a positive, solution-oriented approach to maximize performance and help people solve the problems in their lives. I use a combination of individual, couples and family based work to allow the whole family to be part of the solution.
Caroline Myra Loretan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92117
Waitlist for new clients
Some of my strengths is working with maternal mental health, parenting, domestic violence, self-empowerment and acculturation.
It does take courage to set up that first appointment, and the fit between therapist and client is an important one for the success of therapy. I encourage my clients to ask questions and express concerns about therapy and determine whether my approach and style are a good fit for you. Some common reasons people seek therapy have to do with self-exploration, how to communicate better with people, and how to cope with stressful life situations. My approach is a collaborative one and goal oriented. My focus is to support you find healthier coping skills to manage the challenging situations life might bring.
Some of my strengths is working with maternal mental health, parenting, domestic violence, self-empowerment and acculturation.
It does take courage to set up that first appointment, and the fit between therapist and client is an important one for the success of therapy. I encourage my clients to ask questions and express concerns about therapy and determine whether my approach and style are a good fit for you. Some common reasons people seek therapy have to do with self-exploration, how to communicate better with people, and how to cope with stressful life situations. My approach is a collaborative one and goal oriented. My focus is to support you find healthier coping skills to manage the challenging situations life might bring.
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Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
As a new-ish mother, I am interested in navigating different phases of pregnancy and parenthood, as well as a potential journey as a parent.
If you've been feeling out of place - whether it is in this moment or all your life - you are not alone. Maybe you are a first-time parent (or fourth!) navigating how to juggle all your other identities with your new parent role. Maybe you are trying to work out some generational differences with your parents. Maybe you just want to be able to talk to your partner, sibling, in-laws, or metamour and feel seen, heard, and understood. If you are struggling to be on the same page with yourself or your loved ones, I am here to help you explore ways to create the kind of relationships you want in your life.
As a new-ish mother, I am interested in navigating different phases of pregnancy and parenthood, as well as a potential journey as a parent.
If you've been feeling out of place - whether it is in this moment or all your life - you are not alone. Maybe you are a first-time parent (or fourth!) navigating how to juggle all your other identities with your new parent role. Maybe you are trying to work out some generational differences with your parents. Maybe you just want to be able to talk to your partner, sibling, in-laws, or metamour and feel seen, heard, and understood. If you are struggling to be on the same page with yourself or your loved ones, I am here to help you explore ways to create the kind of relationships you want in your life.
Laura Celnar, Child and Parent Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
No matter where you are on your parenting journey, you are not alone.
Raising humans (and being one!) is challenging beyond measure. You plan to parent differently than how you were parented and that seems simple enough...if it weren't for the fact that your baby was up all night, your toddler is screaming at the top of his lungs while decorating his body with the oatmeal you just made him, and your big kid is crying about how none of her clothes feel right on her body and she needs all new clothes, NOW. You told yourself you wouldn't yell today, but it is barely sunrise, and the sun has already set on that goal!
No matter where you are on your parenting journey, you are not alone.
Raising humans (and being one!) is challenging beyond measure. You plan to parent differently than how you were parented and that seems simple enough...if it weren't for the fact that your baby was up all night, your toddler is screaming at the top of his lungs while decorating his body with the oatmeal you just made him, and your big kid is crying about how none of her clothes feel right on her body and she needs all new clothes, NOW. You told yourself you wouldn't yell today, but it is barely sunrise, and the sun has already set on that goal!
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Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92119
Adults with awareness and healthy coping skills are better able to approach parenting challenges and have successful relationships.
I’m Lindsay MacMaster PsyD, a licensed Clinical Psychologist in the San Diego area. When you work with me, I create a setting that is warm and compassionate, a space that allows you to best connect with what is bothering you. Counseling helps you learn how to become your best self. Your therapist can support you as you lean into life’s most difficult challenges rather than shy away from them.
Adults with awareness and healthy coping skills are better able to approach parenting challenges and have successful relationships.
I’m Lindsay MacMaster PsyD, a licensed Clinical Psychologist in the San Diego area. When you work with me, I create a setting that is warm and compassionate, a space that allows you to best connect with what is bothering you. Counseling helps you learn how to become your best self. Your therapist can support you as you lean into life’s most difficult challenges rather than shy away from them.
Rachel Schiff
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92127 (Online Only)
My clinical experience includes working with individual adults and children, couples, and families on topics including: relationships, communication, and intimacy; parenting and family struggles; insomnia and sleep issues; mindfulness, grounding, and stress reduction; anxiety, depression, and shame; complex trauma and strength-based/post-traumatic growth.
I care deeply about supporting clients considering pregnancy, struggling with infertility, managing pregnancy, and parenting. During our initial sessions, we will explore your reasons for beginning therapy and discuss your desired changes. Collaboratively, we will develop goals for our time together. The following sessions will focus on challenges as they arise as well as experimenting with new ways of being. Keeping your goals in mind will help us see progress, highlight areas in need of greater attention, and celebrate your successes. You can find healing, hope, and deeper connections in your relationships.
My clinical experience includes working with individual adults and children, couples, and families on topics including: relationships, communication, and intimacy; parenting and family struggles; insomnia and sleep issues; mindfulness, grounding, and stress reduction; anxiety, depression, and shame; complex trauma and strength-based/post-traumatic growth.
I care deeply about supporting clients considering pregnancy, struggling with infertility, managing pregnancy, and parenting. During our initial sessions, we will explore your reasons for beginning therapy and discuss your desired changes. Collaboratively, we will develop goals for our time together. The following sessions will focus on challenges as they arise as well as experimenting with new ways of being. Keeping your goals in mind will help us see progress, highlight areas in need of greater attention, and celebrate your successes. You can find healing, hope, and deeper connections in your relationships.
I will work with you to build healthier relationships, embrace solitude, cope with trauma, increase patience in parenting, increase self-acceptance and self-love, and decrease depression and anxiety.
I know that you want to feel more confident and hopeful, manage stress more gracefully and calmly, and communicate more effectively. You don't have to remain stuck in patterns that appear to be holding you back. You have unique strengths that can help you cope through any difficult time. With acceptance and compassion, and through our collaborations, I can help you find more awareness and balance so that you can trust yourself to be able to handle what comes your way with more grace and ease.
I will work with you to build healthier relationships, embrace solitude, cope with trauma, increase patience in parenting, increase self-acceptance and self-love, and decrease depression and anxiety.
I know that you want to feel more confident and hopeful, manage stress more gracefully and calmly, and communicate more effectively. You don't have to remain stuck in patterns that appear to be holding you back. You have unique strengths that can help you cope through any difficult time. With acceptance and compassion, and through our collaborations, I can help you find more awareness and balance so that you can trust yourself to be able to handle what comes your way with more grace and ease.
Carmelia Nadia Nafe
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
As a Counseling Psychology Doctoral Practicum Student at the Center for Mental Health Excellence (CFMHE), I am dedicated to enhancing community well-being. My approach fosters resilience, embraces authenticity, and promotes a growth mindset to help clients navigate life's challenges. My research and clinical work focus on understanding the intricate relationships between socioeconomic factors, family dynamics, parenting, and child development. I am particularly passionate about supporting persecuted immigrant families through community building, helping them develop grit and resilience.
As a Counseling Psychology Doctoral Practicum Student at the Center for Mental Health Excellence (CFMHE), I am dedicated to enhancing community well-being. My approach fosters resilience, embraces authenticity, and promotes a growth mindset to help clients navigate life's challenges. My research and clinical work focus on understanding the intricate relationships between socioeconomic factors, family dynamics, parenting, and child development. I am particularly passionate about supporting persecuted immigrant families through community building, helping them develop grit and resilience.
I offer parent training, we will work through the struggles of setting limits, fear of bringing home a new baby for mother and father, or learning to understand the importance of bonding with your children.
Are there times when you cannot explain the overwhelming emotions you are experiencing. I enjoy helping those who are seeking change and are motivated to do so. I believe people should always work toward becoming their best selves. I work with individuals, families, children, and adolescents. If your family is suffering from functioning in a loving and happy manner and you cannot figure out where the problem lies, family therapy may be the right choice for you. From learning to function with a new baby, blending, or newly transitioning teenagers, I can help.
I offer parent training, we will work through the struggles of setting limits, fear of bringing home a new baby for mother and father, or learning to understand the importance of bonding with your children.
Are there times when you cannot explain the overwhelming emotions you are experiencing. I enjoy helping those who are seeking change and are motivated to do so. I believe people should always work toward becoming their best selves. I work with individuals, families, children, and adolescents. If your family is suffering from functioning in a loving and happy manner and you cannot figure out where the problem lies, family therapy may be the right choice for you. From learning to function with a new baby, blending, or newly transitioning teenagers, I can help.
I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (good for mid-life challenges) Attachment Therapy (good for parenting), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (good for anxiety and depression), Cognitive Processing Therapy (good for trauma), Emotion Focused Therapy (good for relationships) , and Solution Focused Therapy (good for almost everything else).
Joining with you on your journey to walk a while with you in your search for your new self, your true self, and your place in the world. Welcoming new counseling clients. Adults, couples, parent-child, family therapy. Anxiety, depression, grief/loss, parenting, trauma. In person in Mission Valley San Diego or by telehealth in California. I am particularly interested in leading new therapy groups for clients experiencing grief and loss, for people with chronic pain, for men dealing with life challenges, and for adopted adolescent boys. Once I get 7 interested people I'll start a new 6-8 week group. The charge $40 per session.
I am trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (good for mid-life challenges) Attachment Therapy (good for parenting), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (good for anxiety and depression), Cognitive Processing Therapy (good for trauma), Emotion Focused Therapy (good for relationships) , and Solution Focused Therapy (good for almost everything else).
Joining with you on your journey to walk a while with you in your search for your new self, your true self, and your place in the world. Welcoming new counseling clients. Adults, couples, parent-child, family therapy. Anxiety, depression, grief/loss, parenting, trauma. In person in Mission Valley San Diego or by telehealth in California. I am particularly interested in leading new therapy groups for clients experiencing grief and loss, for people with chronic pain, for men dealing with life challenges, and for adopted adolescent boys. Once I get 7 interested people I'll start a new 6-8 week group. The charge $40 per session.
I specialize in addressing maternal mental health issues, anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, parenting, women's issues, and life transitions.
I am a clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I provide child, adolescent and individual therapy. I provide support for developing coping skills, improving self-esteem, managing relationships, working to resolve family issues, and overcoming life's obstacles. Whether you are seeking a healthier lifestyle or dealing with the unexpected I can help.
I specialize in addressing maternal mental health issues, anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, parenting, women's issues, and life transitions.
I am a clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I provide child, adolescent and individual therapy. I provide support for developing coping skills, improving self-esteem, managing relationships, working to resolve family issues, and overcoming life's obstacles. Whether you are seeking a healthier lifestyle or dealing with the unexpected I can help.
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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.