Jewish Therapists in San Marcos, CA
I am a licensed MFT who has been in practice for over 21 years. I have extensive experience treating a wide variety of issues and psychological disorders from the most mild to the most severe. I work with adults and adolescents. My approach is warm, positive and compassionate. I can help you to achieve your personal goals, more effectively manage your emotions and stressors and develop strategies that will promote positive self-growth and lead you to and a more satisfying life. My specialties include anxiety and depressive disorders, ADHD, stress management, sleep disorders, crisis counseling, grief counseling, and relationships.
I am a licensed MFT who has been in practice for over 21 years. I have extensive experience treating a wide variety of issues and psychological disorders from the most mild to the most severe. I work with adults and adolescents. My approach is warm, positive and compassionate. I can help you to achieve your personal goals, more effectively manage your emotions and stressors and develop strategies that will promote positive self-growth and lead you to and a more satisfying life. My specialties include anxiety and depressive disorders, ADHD, stress management, sleep disorders, crisis counseling, grief counseling, and relationships.
Living with depression and/or anxiety juxtaposed with a shaky sense of self, while one's childhood trauma is unknowingly being pushed aside, can be very overwhelming. Given the emotions that humans experience as they navigate their own unique worlds, these challenges can continue to permeate every avenue of one’s existence as they enter each life stage. Addressing strained relationships with primary caregivers & learning to reparent one’s self due to childhood neglect, can serve as the vehicle through which one is equipped with the tools necessary to provide themselves compassion & a foundation to create a life they've yearned for.
Living with depression and/or anxiety juxtaposed with a shaky sense of self, while one's childhood trauma is unknowingly being pushed aside, can be very overwhelming. Given the emotions that humans experience as they navigate their own unique worlds, these challenges can continue to permeate every avenue of one’s existence as they enter each life stage. Addressing strained relationships with primary caregivers & learning to reparent one’s self due to childhood neglect, can serve as the vehicle through which one is equipped with the tools necessary to provide themselves compassion & a foundation to create a life they've yearned for.
Dr. Goldwaser's practice is focused on anxiety, depression, chronic pain, life transitions, divorce and relationship issues, insomnia, and stress management. He also helps people with recovery from drugs and alcohol. He can help you feel better rapidly using a direct, but warm style to help you facilitate change and achieve your goals. Dr. Goldwaser can also help you overcome barriers to success, so you can be the best version of yourself.
Dr. Goldwaser's practice is focused on anxiety, depression, chronic pain, life transitions, divorce and relationship issues, insomnia, and stress management. He also helps people with recovery from drugs and alcohol. He can help you feel better rapidly using a direct, but warm style to help you facilitate change and achieve your goals. Dr. Goldwaser can also help you overcome barriers to success, so you can be the best version of yourself.
Lately, you’ve been reacting in ways that don’t feel like you. You're snapping faster, overthinking everything, struggling to relax even when you get a moment. You keep telling yourself you should be able to handle this, but something feels off. Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or deep in motherhood, things feel louder, harder, and more constant than they used to. You’re still showing up, but quietly wondering, "what is happening to me?" It's exhausting trying to keep up appearances when you feel this way inside. I help moms in this exact place slow things down, make sense of what’s underneath, and start feeling steady again.
Lately, you’ve been reacting in ways that don’t feel like you. You're snapping faster, overthinking everything, struggling to relax even when you get a moment. You keep telling yourself you should be able to handle this, but something feels off. Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or deep in motherhood, things feel louder, harder, and more constant than they used to. You’re still showing up, but quietly wondering, "what is happening to me?" It's exhausting trying to keep up appearances when you feel this way inside. I help moms in this exact place slow things down, make sense of what’s underneath, and start feeling steady again.
Throughout my career as a therapist, I have worked with individuals, families, and couples to navigate through difficult times. With compassion and understanding, I work to create a warm and safe environment so that each individual can build upon their strengths in order to attain the personal growth that they are committed to accomplishing in their lives. In a collaborative environment, support and practical feedback will be offered that effectively addresses personal life challenges. I incorporate complimentary techniques to offer a tailored approach that is personalized to each client.
Throughout my career as a therapist, I have worked with individuals, families, and couples to navigate through difficult times. With compassion and understanding, I work to create a warm and safe environment so that each individual can build upon their strengths in order to attain the personal growth that they are committed to accomplishing in their lives. In a collaborative environment, support and practical feedback will be offered that effectively addresses personal life challenges. I incorporate complimentary techniques to offer a tailored approach that is personalized to each client.
I have been an LCSW ( Licensed Clinical Social Worker) in CA for the past 4 years. In my practice, my focus areas are navigating anxiety & life stressors & depression. Through a variety of evidence-based therapeutic practices. I prefer to focus on client centered therapy in order to meet the client where they are at. Therefore my approach’s vary based on individual client needs. I have experience utilizing CBT & Solution Focused Therapy & Psychodynamic Therapy.
I have been an LCSW ( Licensed Clinical Social Worker) in CA for the past 4 years. In my practice, my focus areas are navigating anxiety & life stressors & depression. Through a variety of evidence-based therapeutic practices. I prefer to focus on client centered therapy in order to meet the client where they are at. Therefore my approach’s vary based on individual client needs. I have experience utilizing CBT & Solution Focused Therapy & Psychodynamic Therapy.
I help adolescents and adults navigate difficulties in their lives. Some of the treatment areas in which I work relate to identity (e.g., LGBTQ+ individuals), anxiety, transitions, values, trauma, and mood. My goal is to create an open and safe environment from which to explore, process, and learn. It is an honor to get to know you and to work collaboratively to address whatever brings you to therapy. I look forward to speaking with you.
I help adolescents and adults navigate difficulties in their lives. Some of the treatment areas in which I work relate to identity (e.g., LGBTQ+ individuals), anxiety, transitions, values, trauma, and mood. My goal is to create an open and safe environment from which to explore, process, and learn. It is an honor to get to know you and to work collaboratively to address whatever brings you to therapy. I look forward to speaking with you.
Hello, my name is Jessica and I specialize in working with all ages incorporating expressive arts, nature and yoga. Welcome to my practice!
I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported. Whether you're moving through a tough season or simply seeking deeper connection with yourself, you're welcome here.
I'm passionate about helping children, adolescents and adults find restoration and balance. I provide individual, family and group therapy offered through telehealth for Illinois and California clients as well as telehealth, hybrid or indoor/outdoor studio sessions in San Marcos, California.
Hello, my name is Jessica and I specialize in working with all ages incorporating expressive arts, nature and yoga. Welcome to my practice!
I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported. Whether you're moving through a tough season or simply seeking deeper connection with yourself, you're welcome here.
I'm passionate about helping children, adolescents and adults find restoration and balance. I provide individual, family and group therapy offered through telehealth for Illinois and California clients as well as telehealth, hybrid or indoor/outdoor studio sessions in San Marcos, California.
I provide counseling for children, teens, adults, families, and groups navigating anxiety, grief and loss, relationship challenges, school or work stress, caregiving, parenthood, and questions of identity and purpose.
With more than 20 years of counseling and teaching experience, I take a holistic, personalized approach focused on emotional awareness, mindfulness, practical coping tools, healthy communication, and nervous system regulation.
I provide counseling for children, teens, adults, families, and groups navigating anxiety, grief and loss, relationship challenges, school or work stress, caregiving, parenthood, and questions of identity and purpose.
With more than 20 years of counseling and teaching experience, I take a holistic, personalized approach focused on emotional awareness, mindfulness, practical coping tools, healthy communication, and nervous system regulation.
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You’re pregnant or newly postpartum and not feeling how you thought you would. The thoughts, emotions, and identity shift feel overwhelming—and it’s starting to impact your relationships and sense of self. You might feel alone or unsure who to talk to. I help you make sense of what’s happening, feel more in control of your emotions, and reconnect with yourself and the life you’re adjusting to.
You’re pregnant or newly postpartum and not feeling how you thought you would. The thoughts, emotions, and identity shift feel overwhelming—and it’s starting to impact your relationships and sense of self. You might feel alone or unsure who to talk to. I help you make sense of what’s happening, feel more in control of your emotions, and reconnect with yourself and the life you’re adjusting to.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable adults carrying unresolved pain or chronic stress that quietly blocks their growth. I help people process trauma, reduce anxiety, and regain clarity and direction. Together we work through what is keeping you stuck and build tools for emotional regulation, resilience, and stronger relationships. If you are ready to feel steadier and more intentional, I invite you to reach out.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable adults carrying unresolved pain or chronic stress that quietly blocks their growth. I help people process trauma, reduce anxiety, and regain clarity and direction. Together we work through what is keeping you stuck and build tools for emotional regulation, resilience, and stronger relationships. If you are ready to feel steadier and more intentional, I invite you to reach out.
My objective is to empower people to find answers within themselves. Sometimes this is most accessible by relating to another person one on one through words; sometimes it is best achieved by having transformative experiences in group settings, and sometimes through the medium of art and music. Each individual and the story of their lives calls for different modes of connection and development in the process of achieving integration and wholeness.
My objective is to empower people to find answers within themselves. Sometimes this is most accessible by relating to another person one on one through words; sometimes it is best achieved by having transformative experiences in group settings, and sometimes through the medium of art and music. Each individual and the story of their lives calls for different modes of connection and development in the process of achieving integration and wholeness.
Therapy can help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface and develop practical tools to create real change. Our therapists provide thoughtful, supportive, and structured care that helps clients gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and feel more confident navigating life’s challenges. Many of our clients are recovering from emotionally manipulative or narcissistic relationships, struggling with trauma, or navigating the challenges of ADHD. We specialize in relationship and attachment issue, anxiety, depression, trauma and adult ADHD.
Therapy can help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface and develop practical tools to create real change. Our therapists provide thoughtful, supportive, and structured care that helps clients gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and feel more confident navigating life’s challenges. Many of our clients are recovering from emotionally manipulative or narcissistic relationships, struggling with trauma, or navigating the challenges of ADHD. We specialize in relationship and attachment issue, anxiety, depression, trauma and adult ADHD.
My team and I specialize in high-impact trauma recovery and relationship repair. As a doctoral-level therapist and professor, I provide "emotional surgery"—intensive, research-driven therapy designed to resolve deep-seated wounds rather than merely managing symptoms. Many clients experience measurable, sometimes transformative change in 2-8 sessions (up to 10 to 25+ total; more if it's complex trauma). I am a certified EMDR therapist, Approved Consultant, and a HAP-accredited training facilitator, as well as an advanced practitioner and supervisor in Emotionally Focused Relational Therapies (couple, family and group therapy).
My team and I specialize in high-impact trauma recovery and relationship repair. As a doctoral-level therapist and professor, I provide "emotional surgery"—intensive, research-driven therapy designed to resolve deep-seated wounds rather than merely managing symptoms. Many clients experience measurable, sometimes transformative change in 2-8 sessions (up to 10 to 25+ total; more if it's complex trauma). I am a certified EMDR therapist, Approved Consultant, and a HAP-accredited training facilitator, as well as an advanced practitioner and supervisor in Emotionally Focused Relational Therapies (couple, family and group therapy).
If you've found me here then you must be gearing up to make some changes in your life. Maybe you're worrying too much and happy too little. Maybe you're feeling lost, hopeless, or in a rut. Wherever you are, you've decided you want to feel better and be better, and you've shown the courage to ask for support. What a wonderful thing. My work with you will be collaborative, caring, and non-judgmental. I will help you reconnect to your inner-resources and strengths, to build new coping skills and problem-solving strategies, and to then apply those new ways of "being" in order to live a life that feels fulfilling and joyful to you.
If you've found me here then you must be gearing up to make some changes in your life. Maybe you're worrying too much and happy too little. Maybe you're feeling lost, hopeless, or in a rut. Wherever you are, you've decided you want to feel better and be better, and you've shown the courage to ask for support. What a wonderful thing. My work with you will be collaborative, caring, and non-judgmental. I will help you reconnect to your inner-resources and strengths, to build new coping skills and problem-solving strategies, and to then apply those new ways of "being" in order to live a life that feels fulfilling and joyful to you.
Do your feelings of sadness, anxiety, shame, irritability or jealousy overwhelm you? Do you feel stuck or doubtful of yourself? You are not alone! In treatment, I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental space, where we can identify your goals, work through the challenges in your life, and practice acceptance, self care, and self validation. Accepting the process of change may feel frightening and overwhelming, it is my goal to be beside you as you embark on a journey of growth and clarity.
Do your feelings of sadness, anxiety, shame, irritability or jealousy overwhelm you? Do you feel stuck or doubtful of yourself? You are not alone! In treatment, I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental space, where we can identify your goals, work through the challenges in your life, and practice acceptance, self care, and self validation. Accepting the process of change may feel frightening and overwhelming, it is my goal to be beside you as you embark on a journey of growth and clarity.
Sandra Milstein-Ostrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not yourself lately? Have you been this way for a while?
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep pretending everything’s fine when it isn’t. Maybe you’re weighed down by worry, whether it’s about your relationships, lack of purpose, finances, body image, or sleep. You might find yourself comparing your life to others, wondering why they seem to have it all together while you’re struggling just to get through the day.
If you’re tired of feeling tired, of carrying the weight alone, and feeling like you're stuck—it’s okay to ask for support. It's hard to go at it alone...you don't have to!
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not yourself lately? Have you been this way for a while?
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep pretending everything’s fine when it isn’t. Maybe you’re weighed down by worry, whether it’s about your relationships, lack of purpose, finances, body image, or sleep. You might find yourself comparing your life to others, wondering why they seem to have it all together while you’re struggling just to get through the day.
If you’re tired of feeling tired, of carrying the weight alone, and feeling like you're stuck—it’s okay to ask for support. It's hard to go at it alone...you don't have to!
You came into a committed partnership knowing there would be peaks and valleys. You shared your dreams about the future together, creating a roadmap. You talked about whether or not you'd have children. You witnessed the differences between your family's of origin and wondered if it would get in the way of your togetherness. You shared some of your past and the wounds you might be carrying. Here you are, years into your partnership feeling disconnected, resentful, struggling with intimacy, and wondering if you will find a deep connection with one another again. What happened to the loving relationship you once had?
You came into a committed partnership knowing there would be peaks and valleys. You shared your dreams about the future together, creating a roadmap. You talked about whether or not you'd have children. You witnessed the differences between your family's of origin and wondered if it would get in the way of your togetherness. You shared some of your past and the wounds you might be carrying. Here you are, years into your partnership feeling disconnected, resentful, struggling with intimacy, and wondering if you will find a deep connection with one another again. What happened to the loving relationship you once had?
Waves, A Psych Co. - Centering Lgbtq+ Mental Hlth
Psychologist, PsyD, MHP-500
10 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101
We are also fat-affirming and Jewish - knowledgeable.
We honor your story. We help by meeting you where you are and supporting you in getting to a place where you and your family feel steady, confident, & fabulous. We provide Trans & queer - centered EMDR, somatic, and talk therapy. Fluent in ASL (Dr. Camilla).
We are also fat-affirming and Jewish - knowledgeable.
We honor your story. We help by meeting you where you are and supporting you in getting to a place where you and your family feel steady, confident, & fabulous. We provide Trans & queer - centered EMDR, somatic, and talk therapy. Fluent in ASL (Dr. Camilla).
Hey! Whether you are new to therapy or not, I commend you for the bravery and patience it takes to start searching. I hope that you will find I could be of service to you. In both my professional and personal journey, I have sought to learn how to find more peace, happiness, and fulfillment. As a therapist, my goal is to learn what that might look like for you, and explore how we get there. I want my clients to seek insight, and question "Why are things the way they are?" I work best with clients who are willing to consider alternative perspectives, experiment with change, and remains persistent despite obstacles or failures.
Hey! Whether you are new to therapy or not, I commend you for the bravery and patience it takes to start searching. I hope that you will find I could be of service to you. In both my professional and personal journey, I have sought to learn how to find more peace, happiness, and fulfillment. As a therapist, my goal is to learn what that might look like for you, and explore how we get there. I want my clients to seek insight, and question "Why are things the way they are?" I work best with clients who are willing to consider alternative perspectives, experiment with change, and remains persistent despite obstacles or failures.
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Jewish Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same background to be able to work together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of cultural forces, such as discrimination, that may contribute to that client’s concerns. With a professional who has such training, a client should feel comfortable discussing sensitive issues without feeling that they need to self-censor.
How can I recognize an effective Jewish therapist?
As with members of any religious or ethnic group, just because two people happen to be Jewish does not guarantee that they will share the same values, knowledge, or experiences. A Jewish client seeking a therapist who shares their cultural identity, or for whom it’s important that a therapist share their religious beliefs, may want to discuss a professional’s Jewish background with them before beginning therapy. For someone who seeks justification for major life changes in their religious tradition, or in biblical writings, finding a therapist who is comfortable framing guidance in that context may be especially valuable.
Would a Jewish therapist have unique training?
No, but they should have the same training and certification as any other mental health professional, as well as experience with a range of evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or mindfulness-based therapy. A therapist with this type of experience should be able to help any client feel comfortable and safe, which is essential for a therapeutic alliance. Once this is established, a potential client may want to find out more about the therapist’s Jewish background.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with Jewish clients?
A client can directly ask a therapist if they have extensive experience working with Jewish clients and if so, whether these individuals sought counseling for faith-related issues or marital or familial issues in which their Jewish background was a factor. A client may also wish to ask a potential therapist whether they incorporate Jewish teachings and values into their own professional work.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Jewish therapists?
The directory of Jewish therapists includes professionals who have opted to share their cultural background on their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their background, and they may not appear in search results for this reason.The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Jewish clients and/or communities.