Molina Healthcare Therapists in San Marcos, CA
I have experience supporting diverse populations and enjoy helping clients navigate family boundaries, particularly when cultural expectations and generational differences are involved. For many individuals with immigrant family backgrounds, balancing personal goals with family values can feel complicated, and therapy can be a space to explore those dynamics and find a path that feels authentic.
My style is warm, practical, and collaborative. I aim to meet clients where they are while helping them move toward greater clarity, confidence, and balance.
I have experience supporting diverse populations and enjoy helping clients navigate family boundaries, particularly when cultural expectations and generational differences are involved. For many individuals with immigrant family backgrounds, balancing personal goals with family values can feel complicated, and therapy can be a space to explore those dynamics and find a path that feels authentic.
My style is warm, practical, and collaborative. I aim to meet clients where they are while helping them move toward greater clarity, confidence, and balance.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
I take people on a journey of initiation and reclamation to remember their true essence. My own path has involved listening within and following my heart's guidance. This allows me to offer a unique perspective aimed at healing and stepping into your wholeness. I received my master's degree in Counseling Psychology from University of San Francisco and have over ten years of experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse issues, and life transitions.
I take people on a journey of initiation and reclamation to remember their true essence. My own path has involved listening within and following my heart's guidance. This allows me to offer a unique perspective aimed at healing and stepping into your wholeness. I received my master's degree in Counseling Psychology from University of San Francisco and have over ten years of experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse issues, and life transitions.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with a compassionate heart and a dedicated spirit, I provide a safe and supportive environment for you to share your deepest thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of concern. With over 10 years in the field of psychotherapy, and earlier experience as a school counselor, I specialize in helping individuals of all ages overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I am particularly interested in helping couples resolve their conflicts and learn to communicate lovingly and effectively, so as to model this behavior to their entire family.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with a compassionate heart and a dedicated spirit, I provide a safe and supportive environment for you to share your deepest thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of concern. With over 10 years in the field of psychotherapy, and earlier experience as a school counselor, I specialize in helping individuals of all ages overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I am particularly interested in helping couples resolve their conflicts and learn to communicate lovingly and effectively, so as to model this behavior to their entire family.
Be the best version of you! I am here to help you be the best version of yourself, to communicate with your family and friends, to set boundaries, to help you feel more confident. How do you take care of yourself? I am a therapist, but I always say that I am a "mom" first. I help individuals and couples find practical ways to meet their goals.
Be the best version of you! I am here to help you be the best version of yourself, to communicate with your family and friends, to set boundaries, to help you feel more confident. How do you take care of yourself? I am a therapist, but I always say that I am a "mom" first. I help individuals and couples find practical ways to meet their goals.
Are you tired of feeling stuck, lost, confused? Are you seeking more harmony in all areas of your life? Are you ready to feel empowered, excited, & energized about life? My passion is to lift you up, inspire you, motivate you to get you back on track with feeling good again. I love to help adolescents, teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, grief & loss, and big life transitions. I support my clients in developing tools and skills to better manage the stressors they are facing and in building their confidence to handle the ups and downs that life will inevitably bring.
Are you tired of feeling stuck, lost, confused? Are you seeking more harmony in all areas of your life? Are you ready to feel empowered, excited, & energized about life? My passion is to lift you up, inspire you, motivate you to get you back on track with feeling good again. I love to help adolescents, teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, grief & loss, and big life transitions. I support my clients in developing tools and skills to better manage the stressors they are facing and in building their confidence to handle the ups and downs that life will inevitably bring.
I prefer to work with adults and couples who are invested in learning more about themselves and their relationships as a means to address the problems they currently experience. I view problems as opportunities for growth and see my role as helping you draw on your personal resources to become the person you wish to be. I have worked with all age groups and a wide range of problems in clinical, university, and private practice settings. Professional activities include teaching and supervising psychology graduate students and professional therapists, writing, editing, conducting workshops and presentations, and serving my profession.
I prefer to work with adults and couples who are invested in learning more about themselves and their relationships as a means to address the problems they currently experience. I view problems as opportunities for growth and see my role as helping you draw on your personal resources to become the person you wish to be. I have worked with all age groups and a wide range of problems in clinical, university, and private practice settings. Professional activities include teaching and supervising psychology graduate students and professional therapists, writing, editing, conducting workshops and presentations, and serving my profession.
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Hope is powerful, and it’s something I want you to take with you from therapy.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the future, cultivating even a small sense of hope can create momentum. In our work together, we’ll focus on building that hope in tangible ways: setting meaningful goals, learning to embrace uncertainty with curiosity, and creating space for healthier relationships, boundaries, and self-respect.
Hope is powerful, and it’s something I want you to take with you from therapy.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the future, cultivating even a small sense of hope can create momentum. In our work together, we’ll focus on building that hope in tangible ways: setting meaningful goals, learning to embrace uncertainty with curiosity, and creating space for healthier relationships, boundaries, and self-respect.
Hello! My name is Desiree, and I am a Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC 22654) in California. I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from Alliant International University and Bachelor’s degree in Psychological Science from California State University San Marcos. Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes we all need a space to slow down, take a deep breath, process what we’re carrying, and feel supported without judgment. My goal as a therapist is to create that safe space for you. My experience has been rooted in working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples navigating challenges.
Hello! My name is Desiree, and I am a Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC 22654) in California. I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from Alliant International University and Bachelor’s degree in Psychological Science from California State University San Marcos. Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes we all need a space to slow down, take a deep breath, process what we’re carrying, and feel supported without judgment. My goal as a therapist is to create that safe space for you. My experience has been rooted in working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples navigating challenges.
Dr. Lynette Lively Cookson
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
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Meet a mental health provider who celebrates diverse identities, supports community liberation efforts, and who is an activist for collective healing! I work with high needs and marginalized communities navigating trauma, value-based living, identity formation and relational conflicts. Those challenged with experiences such as loss, grief, trauma, maladaptive relationship dynamics, challenges with career and academic achievement, perinatal/postpartum challenges, and mood and anxiety can find personalized treatment with me to support their goals of whole-person healing. Clients of all ages and background can obtain care here!
Meet a mental health provider who celebrates diverse identities, supports community liberation efforts, and who is an activist for collective healing! I work with high needs and marginalized communities navigating trauma, value-based living, identity formation and relational conflicts. Those challenged with experiences such as loss, grief, trauma, maladaptive relationship dynamics, challenges with career and academic achievement, perinatal/postpartum challenges, and mood and anxiety can find personalized treatment with me to support their goals of whole-person healing. Clients of all ages and background can obtain care here!
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in helping individuals ages 16 and older with concerns including depression, anxiety, chronic stress, PTSD, and LGBTQIA+-related issues. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can show up exactly as they are while we focus on strengths and evolve goals. In my free time, I enjoy running, spending time with family, visiting museums, and listening to records.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience. I specialize in helping individuals ages 16 and older with concerns including depression, anxiety, chronic stress, PTSD, and LGBTQIA+-related issues. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can show up exactly as they are while we focus on strengths and evolve goals. In my free time, I enjoy running, spending time with family, visiting museums, and listening to records.
I don't have a specific client that is "ideal" as every client has their own unique history and backstory. I definitely look forward to meeting with people who are interested in self-growth but I also enjoy helping people get to the point to where the may be ready to work on their self-growth. If you are reading this, you would probably be the ideal client since you have taken the first step in just having that thought in your head about maybe it is time to give yourself the love you give to others and focusing on yourself.
I don't have a specific client that is "ideal" as every client has their own unique history and backstory. I definitely look forward to meeting with people who are interested in self-growth but I also enjoy helping people get to the point to where the may be ready to work on their self-growth. If you are reading this, you would probably be the ideal client since you have taken the first step in just having that thought in your head about maybe it is time to give yourself the love you give to others and focusing on yourself.
I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, identity exploration, school or life stress, and family conflict. Many of my clients feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, but are seeking support, clarity, and healthier ways to cope and connect. I especially enjoy working with clients who value a warm, collaborative, and supportive therapeutic relationship and are open to growth, self-understanding, and creating meaningful change in their lives and relationships.
I work with children, teens, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, identity exploration, school or life stress, and family conflict. Many of my clients feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, but are seeking support, clarity, and healthier ways to cope and connect. I especially enjoy working with clients who value a warm, collaborative, and supportive therapeutic relationship and are open to growth, self-understanding, and creating meaningful change in their lives and relationships.
I help individuals, veterans, and couples navigate trauma, relationship challenges, and transitions so they can rebuild trust, clarity, and self-connection. My approach is collaborative and grounded in insight, helping you become aware of what’s holding you back while building the skills to move toward change. To learn more, please visit our website.
I help individuals, veterans, and couples navigate trauma, relationship challenges, and transitions so they can rebuild trust, clarity, and self-connection. My approach is collaborative and grounded in insight, helping you become aware of what’s holding you back while building the skills to move toward change. To learn more, please visit our website.
I work with clients that have a wide range of mental health challenges including, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, grief, & relational problems. I enjoy working with diverse population to address intersectional concepts that impact mental health. I take pleasure in working with young adults and adults. I believe people deserve to be happy, successful. I always strive to help find the strength and motivation to work towards that happiness and success.
I work with clients that have a wide range of mental health challenges including, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, grief, & relational problems. I enjoy working with diverse population to address intersectional concepts that impact mental health. I take pleasure in working with young adults and adults. I believe people deserve to be happy, successful. I always strive to help find the strength and motivation to work towards that happiness and success.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Hi, I am Serenity Green. I attended the University of California, Santa Barbara with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychological and Brain Sciences and obtained my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Alliant International University. I have extensive experience working in behavioral therapy, education for those who are neurotypical and neurodiverse, and emergency medicine that has prepared me with a unique skillset in working with children, adults, & their families with a myriad of backgrounds and needs alike.
Hi, I am Serenity Green. I attended the University of California, Santa Barbara with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychological and Brain Sciences and obtained my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Alliant International University. I have extensive experience working in behavioral therapy, education for those who are neurotypical and neurodiverse, and emergency medicine that has prepared me with a unique skillset in working with children, adults, & their families with a myriad of backgrounds and needs alike.
My name is Dr. Contarino, I am a licensed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist practicing in the state of California (PSY 31082). I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and later went on to complete my Doctorate in Clinical and Forensic Psychology with honors from Alliant International University. I have received extensive training and supervision in psychological and forensic assessment.
My name is Dr. Contarino, I am a licensed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist practicing in the state of California (PSY 31082). I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and later went on to complete my Doctorate in Clinical and Forensic Psychology with honors from Alliant International University. I have received extensive training and supervision in psychological and forensic assessment.
If you struggle with anxiety, you might know what it's like to look like you have it all together on the outside, while inside your mind won't slow down. You overthink, second guess yourself, and feel constantly on edge, even when everything seems. It may be hard to relax, speak up, or feel fully present in your relationships. I specialize in helping people move beyond just managing anxiety and start truly understanding it, so you feel more in control, grounded, and confident in daily life.
If you struggle with anxiety, you might know what it's like to look like you have it all together on the outside, while inside your mind won't slow down. You overthink, second guess yourself, and feel constantly on edge, even when everything seems. It may be hard to relax, speak up, or feel fully present in your relationships. I specialize in helping people move beyond just managing anxiety and start truly understanding it, so you feel more in control, grounded, and confident in daily life.
As a Therapy practice we love to help everyone! no matter what the situation is, our purpose is to help anyone struggling during these times!
As a Therapy practice we love to help everyone! no matter what the situation is, our purpose is to help anyone struggling during these times!


