Suicidal Ideation Therapists in San Diego, CA

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Cecilia Polkinhorn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, AT-R
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92130
I enjoy helping tweens, teens, adults, couples, families, and groups use art (and/or traditional talk therapy) to access deeper parts of themselves, learn to identify and communicate their emotions, explore sources of internal/external conflict, and introduce healthier coping strategies into their everyday lives. I like to meet a client where they are at and collaboratively construct a treatment plan that incorporates some CBT techniques, mindfulness, narrative, psychoanalytic and art therapy directives.
I enjoy helping tweens, teens, adults, couples, families, and groups use art (and/or traditional talk therapy) to access deeper parts of themselves, learn to identify and communicate their emotions, explore sources of internal/external conflict, and introduce healthier coping strategies into their everyday lives. I like to meet a client where they are at and collaboratively construct a treatment plan that incorporates some CBT techniques, mindfulness, narrative, psychoanalytic and art therapy directives.
(747) 339-2810 View (747) 339-2810
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Alfred D Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
San Diego, CA 92128
First, I strive to create a safe environment where the client feels heard, understood and supported. The compasionate use of 'unconditional positive regard' guides my work. This is a well proven healing factor in the therapeutic relationship. I believe my clients grow strongest by finding their own path through their unique inner landscape.
First, I strive to create a safe environment where the client feels heard, understood and supported. The compasionate use of 'unconditional positive regard' guides my work. This is a well proven healing factor in the therapeutic relationship. I believe my clients grow strongest by finding their own path through their unique inner landscape.
(619) 648-4120 View (619) 648-4120
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Genoveva Avalos-Mireles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ASW, MA, BA
San Diego, CA 92121
If you are looking for a safe , nurturing, and welcoming setting to work on your self, family, and/or relationship issues, you've found it. I help clients with emotional pain or help them heal from family-of-origin issues. I treat trauma and addictions. I help people understand how and why their life has been unmanageable or how the same patterns of thinking, perceiving and/or interacting with others hurt or keep them stuck. It is not easy to find a therapist, the key is to begin and check it out, so reach out and connect for a consultation. I look forward to meeting you soon.
If you are looking for a safe , nurturing, and welcoming setting to work on your self, family, and/or relationship issues, you've found it. I help clients with emotional pain or help them heal from family-of-origin issues. I treat trauma and addictions. I help people understand how and why their life has been unmanageable or how the same patterns of thinking, perceiving and/or interacting with others hurt or keep them stuck. It is not easy to find a therapist, the key is to begin and check it out, so reach out and connect for a consultation. I look forward to meeting you soon.
(858) 758-9401 View (858) 758-9401
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James Maltzahn
Psychologist, LCP
Online Only
Hi there, I'm James! Amazing transformations can occur when you feel comfortable enough to be vulnerable in an environment that cultivates growth and exploration. As your therapist, I'll seet you with compassion and non-judgment, providing a space to nurture growth as we collaboratively explore your relationships, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I use an eclectic approach to therapy as everyone comes in with their own unique story. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to reshape unhelpful thoughts while building skills to manage your emotions. Further, I have extensive experience in trauma work.
Hi there, I'm James! Amazing transformations can occur when you feel comfortable enough to be vulnerable in an environment that cultivates growth and exploration. As your therapist, I'll seet you with compassion and non-judgment, providing a space to nurture growth as we collaboratively explore your relationships, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I use an eclectic approach to therapy as everyone comes in with their own unique story. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to reshape unhelpful thoughts while building skills to manage your emotions. Further, I have extensive experience in trauma work.
(619) 597-2485 View (619) 597-2485
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Pamela Abao
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 10 years of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, and substance use concerns. Many of the individuals I work with feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about their next steps and are seeking emotional stability, symptom relief, and greater self-understanding.
I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 10 years of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, and substance use concerns. Many of the individuals I work with feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about their next steps and are seeking emotional stability, symptom relief, and greater self-understanding.
(619) 614-8624 View (619) 614-8624
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Nicole Sutherland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92108
Life can feel heavy at times, and reaching out for help may feel daunting. I’m here to offer a safe, supportive space to explore what matters most to you. I work with both individuals and couples, helping people navigate challenges in communication, trust, and connection. Whether you’re seeking to strengthen your relationship, heal after conflict, or better understand patterns that keep you feeling stuck, therapy can offer guidance and support for creating healthier, more fulfilling connections.
Life can feel heavy at times, and reaching out for help may feel daunting. I’m here to offer a safe, supportive space to explore what matters most to you. I work with both individuals and couples, helping people navigate challenges in communication, trust, and connection. Whether you’re seeking to strengthen your relationship, heal after conflict, or better understand patterns that keep you feeling stuck, therapy can offer guidance and support for creating healthier, more fulfilling connections.
(619) 416-3960 View (619) 416-3960
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Keri Rosen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, LCSW, RPT
San Diego, CA 92123
When you are worried that your child is not at their best and may be suffering from symptoms of depression, anxiety or behavioral problems, it can be difficult to know what to do. Making the decision to put your child in therapy can be a difficult one that comes along with fear of judgement, failure and anxiety. At the same time, we want what is best for our children and we want them to grow and succeed in life. It is my goal to assist children and families to be healthy, happy and thriving.
When you are worried that your child is not at their best and may be suffering from symptoms of depression, anxiety or behavioral problems, it can be difficult to know what to do. Making the decision to put your child in therapy can be a difficult one that comes along with fear of judgement, failure and anxiety. At the same time, we want what is best for our children and we want them to grow and succeed in life. It is my goal to assist children and families to be healthy, happy and thriving.
(619) 780-1596 View (619) 780-1596
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Esmeralda Siria
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92127
With graduate-level training and experience supporting children, families, and adults facing a variety of challenges, I specialize in helping college students and adults navigate grief, life transitions, relationships, boundary-setting and differentiating from family of origin. As a therapist and person of color, I’m especially attuned to the unique cultural stressors many individuals face, particularly within the Latino community. I understand the complexities of balancing cultural expectations with personal identity, and provide a safe, supportive space for clients to explore these challenges without judgment.
With graduate-level training and experience supporting children, families, and adults facing a variety of challenges, I specialize in helping college students and adults navigate grief, life transitions, relationships, boundary-setting and differentiating from family of origin. As a therapist and person of color, I’m especially attuned to the unique cultural stressors many individuals face, particularly within the Latino community. I understand the complexities of balancing cultural expectations with personal identity, and provide a safe, supportive space for clients to explore these challenges without judgment.
(858) 519-9707 View (858) 519-9707
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Ashley Mariglio
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS , MA, AMFT
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling stuck as you navigate the pressures and complexities of life? Whether you're managing grief, working through trauma, anxiety, or depression, or facing relationship challenges and shifts in identity, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed and disconnected. You may be longing for clarity and a meaningful path forward. With the right support, you can reconnect with yourself and others, embrace the potential of this moment, and create new habits that lead to deeper fulfillment. Together, we can face your challenges, bringing more joy within reach. I’m here to help you see that path more clearly and make it a reality.
Are you feeling stuck as you navigate the pressures and complexities of life? Whether you're managing grief, working through trauma, anxiety, or depression, or facing relationship challenges and shifts in identity, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed and disconnected. You may be longing for clarity and a meaningful path forward. With the right support, you can reconnect with yourself and others, embrace the potential of this moment, and create new habits that lead to deeper fulfillment. Together, we can face your challenges, bringing more joy within reach. I’m here to help you see that path more clearly and make it a reality.
(858) 477-3604 View (858) 477-3604
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Ellie Poulin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Therapy can be a powerful place to reconnect with your strengths and discover new ways to thrive. I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and change. Sometimes we just need the right space to slow down, reflect, and realign with what matters most. My goal is to help you build clarity, confidence, and emotional balance as you create a life that feels meaningful and authentic to you.
Therapy can be a powerful place to reconnect with your strengths and discover new ways to thrive. I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and change. Sometimes we just need the right space to slow down, reflect, and realign with what matters most. My goal is to help you build clarity, confidence, and emotional balance as you create a life that feels meaningful and authentic to you.
(858) 251-6880 View (858) 251-6880
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Jasmin Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
San Diego, CA 92108
Jasmin is a dedicated Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who works with teens, adults, couples, and families. She is passionate about helping clients strengthen their sense of self and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Jasmin especially enjoys working with attachment, relationships, and family dynamics, guiding clients toward deeper connection, growth, and healing. She has experience helping clients navigate life transitions, stress, anxiety, and relational challenges.
Jasmin is a dedicated Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who works with teens, adults, couples, and families. She is passionate about helping clients strengthen their sense of self and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Jasmin especially enjoys working with attachment, relationships, and family dynamics, guiding clients toward deeper connection, growth, and healing. She has experience helping clients navigate life transitions, stress, anxiety, and relational challenges.
(619) 649-0180 View (619) 649-0180
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Stacy Kim Johnston
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
I work well with people who are seeking improvement on the following issues: relationship issues whether it be husband-wife, cohabitants, mother-daughter/son, father-son/daughter, co-parenting, or divorce mediation. I also have experience with substance abuse issues and dual diagnosis as well as co-dependency. Self-esteem is often a struggle with many teens and young women and this is another area of expertise. Anger issues are commonly found in men and this too is an area in which I can offer professional help. I welcome you to contact me to see if we are a good fit.
I work well with people who are seeking improvement on the following issues: relationship issues whether it be husband-wife, cohabitants, mother-daughter/son, father-son/daughter, co-parenting, or divorce mediation. I also have experience with substance abuse issues and dual diagnosis as well as co-dependency. Self-esteem is often a struggle with many teens and young women and this is another area of expertise. Anger issues are commonly found in men and this too is an area in which I can offer professional help. I welcome you to contact me to see if we are a good fit.
(619) 778-7215 View (619) 778-7215
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Nevena Assenova
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Hi, I'm Nevena Assenova and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Diego, CA. My approach to therapy is to collaborate with you in order to help you meet your goals.
Hi, I'm Nevena Assenova and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Diego, CA. My approach to therapy is to collaborate with you in order to help you meet your goals.
(341) 999-5052 View (341) 999-5052
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Alexina Clarke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92111
Hi! I'm Alexina, I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I offer individual and couples therapy to adult clients in-person in San Diego and virtually throughout California. I am passionate about working collaboratively my clients to resolve trauma in all its forms, including the conditions that can often develop as a result of experiencing trauma. I work with individuals and couples using an integrative approach and pulling from trauma-informed and evidence-based practices in order to create a tailored treatment setting that is as unique as each client and the dynamics they bring with them into the therapy session.
Hi! I'm Alexina, I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I offer individual and couples therapy to adult clients in-person in San Diego and virtually throughout California. I am passionate about working collaboratively my clients to resolve trauma in all its forms, including the conditions that can often develop as a result of experiencing trauma. I work with individuals and couples using an integrative approach and pulling from trauma-informed and evidence-based practices in order to create a tailored treatment setting that is as unique as each client and the dynamics they bring with them into the therapy session.
(619) 914-6811 View (619) 914-6811
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Restoration Counseling Team
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, SAP
San Diego, CA 92108
Vicki is also trained in EMDR and CBT for Suicide Prevention.
Troy and Vicki Vander Zwart's practice goal is to give you a compassionate, safe, non-judgmental place to express your deepest thoughts and feelings, explore options to resolve the problems you are facing, and support and encourage you as you face them. We believe that a willingness to change and face the hardships in your life will lead toward personal growth and maturity. In therapy, you will gain insight, wisdom, and practical coping skills to face your personal issues with confidence so that you can have a more stable home life, a more rewarding career, or more fulfilling relationships.
Vicki is also trained in EMDR and CBT for Suicide Prevention.
Troy and Vicki Vander Zwart's practice goal is to give you a compassionate, safe, non-judgmental place to express your deepest thoughts and feelings, explore options to resolve the problems you are facing, and support and encourage you as you face them. We believe that a willingness to change and face the hardships in your life will lead toward personal growth and maturity. In therapy, you will gain insight, wisdom, and practical coping skills to face your personal issues with confidence so that you can have a more stable home life, a more rewarding career, or more fulfilling relationships.
(858) 367-3917 View (858) 367-3917
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Malcolm Perry Washington
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Online Only
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck or unsure of how to move forward? Ready to make a change in your life? Whether you're an adult, teen, or child, I offer a safe and supportive space to help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. Together, we can identify what’s holding you back and work toward the changes you want to see in your life.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck or unsure of how to move forward? Ready to make a change in your life? Whether you're an adult, teen, or child, I offer a safe and supportive space to help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. Together, we can identify what’s holding you back and work toward the changes you want to see in your life.
(619) 853-6365 View (619) 853-6365
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Tracy Wutzke
Psychologist, PsyD
San Diego, CA 92126
Life is a journey filled with unexpected blessings—and challenges. While we naturally cherish and celebrate the good moments, it’s often the hard ones that leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. What do you do when your relationship feels rocky? How do you grieve the loss of a loved one or let go of a broken relationship? How do you manage a disrespectful teenager or resolve ongoing workplace stress? How do you shift from feeling isolated and misunderstood to feeling connected and valued? Seeking support in these moments is not a sign of weakness—it’s a sign of strength and courage.
Life is a journey filled with unexpected blessings—and challenges. While we naturally cherish and celebrate the good moments, it’s often the hard ones that leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. What do you do when your relationship feels rocky? How do you grieve the loss of a loved one or let go of a broken relationship? How do you manage a disrespectful teenager or resolve ongoing workplace stress? How do you shift from feeling isolated and misunderstood to feeling connected and valued? Seeking support in these moments is not a sign of weakness—it’s a sign of strength and courage.
(858) 298-3663 View (858) 298-3663
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Dr. Ca-Lie Cheng-Wang
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
I am a Mandarin and English-speaking psychologist.
I am a Mandarin and English-speaking psychologist.
(619) 273-0785 View (619) 273-0785
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Ian Saward
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92108
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor, mentoring new clinicians and managing other supervisors, at Aloha Psych Associates. 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). For the last ten years, I have worked with children ages 4-18, and now I currently work with adults 18+, couples, and families. I have experience working in higher level care, crisis, school, nonprofit, and private practice settings treating children, adolescents, and adults.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor, mentoring new clinicians and managing other supervisors, at Aloha Psych Associates. 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). For the last ten years, I have worked with children ages 4-18, and now I currently work with adults 18+, couples, and families. I have experience working in higher level care, crisis, school, nonprofit, and private practice settings treating children, adolescents, and adults.
(619) 848-5571 View (619) 848-5571
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Jihan Ross
LPC Intern
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92110
In what ways have you been nurturing and caring for yourself? If you find that you are unsure or struggling to prioritize self, or perhaps relying on others for support, it may be a sign that you could benefit from exploring new ways to nurture your own well-being. Stand up! Showing up for yourself, shows you are committing to your own growth and development. Showing up for yourself is an investment in your own happiness and success. Showing up for yourself means honoring your boundaries, setting healthy habits, and practicing self-care. Own those life’s challenges and setbacks. Take back your greatness.
In what ways have you been nurturing and caring for yourself? If you find that you are unsure or struggling to prioritize self, or perhaps relying on others for support, it may be a sign that you could benefit from exploring new ways to nurture your own well-being. Stand up! Showing up for yourself, shows you are committing to your own growth and development. Showing up for yourself is an investment in your own happiness and success. Showing up for yourself means honoring your boundaries, setting healthy habits, and practicing self-care. Own those life’s challenges and setbacks. Take back your greatness.
(858) 477-3326 x1 View (858) 477-3326 x1

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