PMDD Therapists in San Marcos, CA
Hi there, my name is Aurora San Pedro and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of CA. Challenges are inevitable and being able to move beyond them requires effort to find what works best for you. Our minds are like a GARDEN. What we choose to nourish, will grow and what will grow will lead to our actions and behaviors. I am here to help you plant (replant) seeds that will help you live the life you truly want to have. When experiencing hardship, the resilience, courage and strength it takes to prioritize your needs can be challenging. I want to provide reassurance that you are not alone in getting there.
Hi there, my name is Aurora San Pedro and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of CA. Challenges are inevitable and being able to move beyond them requires effort to find what works best for you. Our minds are like a GARDEN. What we choose to nourish, will grow and what will grow will lead to our actions and behaviors. I am here to help you plant (replant) seeds that will help you live the life you truly want to have. When experiencing hardship, the resilience, courage and strength it takes to prioritize your needs can be challenging. I want to provide reassurance that you are not alone in getting there.
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.
You are here because you are hurting and want to heal. Healing is possible and you deserve love and acceptance for just being you- your full authentic self. I have been treating anxiety, depression, identity, codependency, eating disorders, low self esteem and relationships issues in children, teens and adults since 2007. My therapeutic style is often more directive, as I see myself as a part of your therapeutic process-not a quiet observer. I use a balance of cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and exploring how your childhood shaped your current thoughts and behaviors.
You are here because you are hurting and want to heal. Healing is possible and you deserve love and acceptance for just being you- your full authentic self. I have been treating anxiety, depression, identity, codependency, eating disorders, low self esteem and relationships issues in children, teens and adults since 2007. My therapeutic style is often more directive, as I see myself as a part of your therapeutic process-not a quiet observer. I use a balance of cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and exploring how your childhood shaped your current thoughts and behaviors.
It can be exhausting to carry intrusive thoughts and feelings of anxiety or depression on your own. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can finally feel heard and validated. As a strength-based therapist, I don’t just focus on the struggle—I work alongside you to identify your existing resilience and create goals that move you forward. Together, we’ll integrate self-care and coping strategies into your daily routine so you can reclaim your peace of mind, free from guilt and stress.
It can be exhausting to carry intrusive thoughts and feelings of anxiety or depression on your own. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can finally feel heard and validated. As a strength-based therapist, I don’t just focus on the struggle—I work alongside you to identify your existing resilience and create goals that move you forward. Together, we’ll integrate self-care and coping strategies into your daily routine so you can reclaim your peace of mind, free from guilt and stress.
Corina Mendoza, LMFT- Bilingual & Bicultural Therapist. As a bilingual and bicultural mental health therapist, I bring a unique perspective to my practice, integrating diverse cultural insights with evidence-based therapeutic approaches. My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in cultural competence, allowing me to connect with people in a meaningful way and offer therapy that fully respects and integrates their cultural identities. I aim to foster a therapeutic space where people feel understood, empowered, and supported throughout their journey.
Corina Mendoza, LMFT- Bilingual & Bicultural Therapist. As a bilingual and bicultural mental health therapist, I bring a unique perspective to my practice, integrating diverse cultural insights with evidence-based therapeutic approaches. My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in cultural competence, allowing me to connect with people in a meaningful way and offer therapy that fully respects and integrates their cultural identities. I aim to foster a therapeutic space where people feel understood, empowered, and supported throughout their journey.
Integrative Mental Health: Accepting New Clients
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92069
I work with children, teens, and young adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to understand their emotions. Many come to therapy during times of transition, identity exploration, or after difficult experiences. My team and I support them by creating a safe, supportive space where they feel seen and heard, while helping them build insight, coping skills, and confidence to navigate life with greater clarity and resilience.
I work with children, teens, and young adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to understand their emotions. Many come to therapy during times of transition, identity exploration, or after difficult experiences. My team and I support them by creating a safe, supportive space where they feel seen and heard, while helping them build insight, coping skills, and confidence to navigate life with greater clarity and resilience.
Mighty Marigold Counseling
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, PMH-C
6 Endorsed
Online Only
I see people for a variety of reasons including life transitions, perinatal mental health, OCD, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, stress, parenting, relationships, career issues and existential dread of the current state of the world. Anyone is welcome to inquire about counseling with me regardless of lifestyle, age, relationship status, belief system, ability, identity, unavailable childcare, life experience or thoughts on counseling. Whoever you are and wherever you’ve come from, I want you to feel welcomed here.
I see people for a variety of reasons including life transitions, perinatal mental health, OCD, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, stress, parenting, relationships, career issues and existential dread of the current state of the world. Anyone is welcome to inquire about counseling with me regardless of lifestyle, age, relationship status, belief system, ability, identity, unavailable childcare, life experience or thoughts on counseling. Whoever you are and wherever you’ve come from, I want you to feel welcomed here.
You feel like you're doing everything you can, yet the same arguments keep happening, or you find yourself withdrawing, becoming defensive, or shutting down when you want to stay present. You're tired of feeling misunderstood, reactive, or alone. Or you're living with chronic pain that has taken over your sense of self. You want connection, relief, and steadier ground. I work with adults and couples to shift trauma-driven, attachment-based patterns using EMDR, IFS, EFT, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy.
You feel like you're doing everything you can, yet the same arguments keep happening, or you find yourself withdrawing, becoming defensive, or shutting down when you want to stay present. You're tired of feeling misunderstood, reactive, or alone. Or you're living with chronic pain that has taken over your sense of self. You want connection, relief, and steadier ground. I work with adults and couples to shift trauma-driven, attachment-based patterns using EMDR, IFS, EFT, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy.
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.
I work with individuals to improve their mental health and well-being. This is often focused around concerns with anxiety, depression, life transitions, career and school stress, grief/ loss, and pregnancy/ postpartum issues. I am extremely passionate about supporting maternal mental health and young adults finding their way.
In therapy, I believe the most important factor is the relationship between therapist and client. Therefore, I work from a collaborative, empathic, and nonjudgmental approach to assist you with gaining insight and finding solutions for the challenges you are facing.
I work with individuals to improve their mental health and well-being. This is often focused around concerns with anxiety, depression, life transitions, career and school stress, grief/ loss, and pregnancy/ postpartum issues. I am extremely passionate about supporting maternal mental health and young adults finding their way.
In therapy, I believe the most important factor is the relationship between therapist and client. Therefore, I work from a collaborative, empathic, and nonjudgmental approach to assist you with gaining insight and finding solutions for the challenges you are facing.
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.
Ronda Jacobs LMFT Accepting New Clients
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92069
My name is Ronda Jacobs LMFT. I offer an authentic healing person centered approach, treating the whole person, not just your symptoms. My goal is to make you feel safe, comfortable, and like you are speaking to a friend; someone who knows and understands you on a deeper level that can help unlock your truest potential.
Sometimes we need an outside observer and a safe space to explore parts of ourselves in order to heal, evolve, and gain perspective. I believe in divine intervention, and that we all have an “inner voice” or intuition that whispers guidance or insights about a situation, including our own emotions and needs.
My name is Ronda Jacobs LMFT. I offer an authentic healing person centered approach, treating the whole person, not just your symptoms. My goal is to make you feel safe, comfortable, and like you are speaking to a friend; someone who knows and understands you on a deeper level that can help unlock your truest potential.
Sometimes we need an outside observer and a safe space to explore parts of ourselves in order to heal, evolve, and gain perspective. I believe in divine intervention, and that we all have an “inner voice” or intuition that whispers guidance or insights about a situation, including our own emotions and needs.
Are you at a time in your life when you don't know where to turn? Are you on overwhelm or faced with a major life decision? For over 32 years I have been helping people with their issues. My passion is to help clients integrate the different conflicting aspects of their personality and transform the limiting beliefs that keep them stuck. I work with adults and teens. I have found that using hypnotherapy is the quickest and most lasting way for most people to accomplish their goals. I focus on short term intensive therapy, meaning long sessions 60/90 min. that create lasting change. I offer phone sessions as well for your comfort.
Are you at a time in your life when you don't know where to turn? Are you on overwhelm or faced with a major life decision? For over 32 years I have been helping people with their issues. My passion is to help clients integrate the different conflicting aspects of their personality and transform the limiting beliefs that keep them stuck. I work with adults and teens. I have found that using hypnotherapy is the quickest and most lasting way for most people to accomplish their goals. I focus on short term intensive therapy, meaning long sessions 60/90 min. that create lasting change. I offer phone sessions as well for your comfort.
Danielle McGonigle
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
2 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92069
We are perfectly imperfect beings wholly deserving of authentic and meaningful lives. For many of us, we strive to feel heard, be seen, and accepted for who we are. Being disconnected from our truth can lead to feelings of loneliness, hopelessness, and helplessness. Through the many seasons of our lives, we are met with unforeseen challenges that impact our ability to navigate life easefully. Reaching out for help is not a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of immense strength. When we feel lost or unsure of what to do next, inviting an empathic other on our journey can be a life changing experience.
We are perfectly imperfect beings wholly deserving of authentic and meaningful lives. For many of us, we strive to feel heard, be seen, and accepted for who we are. Being disconnected from our truth can lead to feelings of loneliness, hopelessness, and helplessness. Through the many seasons of our lives, we are met with unforeseen challenges that impact our ability to navigate life easefully. Reaching out for help is not a sign of weakness, but rather a sign of immense strength. When we feel lost or unsure of what to do next, inviting an empathic other on our journey can be a life changing experience.
Sometimes it takes a point-of-view outside your circle to see things differently, more clearly, or with different ideas of how to make change happen. My clients come in seeking guidance on how to do life better - how to communicate, or how to understand their value & purpose in the world or just at home. New insight, new tools, support & encouragement can make all the difference when you take the necessary step to care for yourself and ultimately, give your relationships the very best you.
Sometimes it takes a point-of-view outside your circle to see things differently, more clearly, or with different ideas of how to make change happen. My clients come in seeking guidance on how to do life better - how to communicate, or how to understand their value & purpose in the world or just at home. New insight, new tools, support & encouragement can make all the difference when you take the necessary step to care for yourself and ultimately, give your relationships the very best you.
My style involves working collaboratively to help my patients improve the quality of their lives in their work, their relationships and their interests.
My approach brings to light how past experiences affect the choices that we make in our current lives, both positively and negatively, and how we can alter destructive patterns by learning new healthy coping skills.
My style involves working collaboratively to help my patients improve the quality of their lives in their work, their relationships and their interests.
My approach brings to light how past experiences affect the choices that we make in our current lives, both positively and negatively, and how we can alter destructive patterns by learning new healthy coping skills.
Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of intrusive thoughts, react from 0 to 10 in seconds, and start to feel out of control? After, feel guilty, embarrassed, want to hide and keep to yourself? Only leading to loneliness and sadness? You wish you could avoid this happening ever again.
Somehow, deep down inside, you know it can be better.
And it can. At Trevino Counseling and Wellness, I help individuals break the cycle and overcome anxiety and traumatic experiences that continue to impact their lives today. Whether it was a one-time occurrence or several throughout one's life.
Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of intrusive thoughts, react from 0 to 10 in seconds, and start to feel out of control? After, feel guilty, embarrassed, want to hide and keep to yourself? Only leading to loneliness and sadness? You wish you could avoid this happening ever again.
Somehow, deep down inside, you know it can be better.
And it can. At Trevino Counseling and Wellness, I help individuals break the cycle and overcome anxiety and traumatic experiences that continue to impact their lives today. Whether it was a one-time occurrence or several throughout one's life.
I am an LCSW in the state of California. I work with adults struggling with their anxiety, college, work, relationship issues, self-esteem, and other life stressors. I have a modern and relaxed approach to therapy. I aim to make sessions a comfortable experience for all clients. I utilize a combination of culturally competent psychotherapeutic techniques such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
I am an LCSW in the state of California. I work with adults struggling with their anxiety, college, work, relationship issues, self-esteem, and other life stressors. I have a modern and relaxed approach to therapy. I aim to make sessions a comfortable experience for all clients. I utilize a combination of culturally competent psychotherapeutic techniques such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy.
Hello, my name is Lisa Stewart-Brown, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Having the opportunity to work with my clients and positively contribute to their well-being, even if it's just by providing support and ensuring they don't have to navigate their journey alone, brings me immense joy and fulfillment. I primarily practice client-centered, strength-based therapy and incorporate various cognitive behavioral therapy techniques. I am passionate about working with adults of all ages who find themselves challenged by relationships, careers, family dynamics, generalized anxiety, attention issues, or processing traumas.
Hello, my name is Lisa Stewart-Brown, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Having the opportunity to work with my clients and positively contribute to their well-being, even if it's just by providing support and ensuring they don't have to navigate their journey alone, brings me immense joy and fulfillment. I primarily practice client-centered, strength-based therapy and incorporate various cognitive behavioral therapy techniques. I am passionate about working with adults of all ages who find themselves challenged by relationships, careers, family dynamics, generalized anxiety, attention issues, or processing traumas.
There are times in life when we reach a point in which positive change needs to occur. Perhaps you've been dealing with the same issue for a long time, or maybe new challenges have arisen that you need help navigating. If any of this applies to you or your child/teen, or if you're simply seeking to reach some desired goals, I hope that you will consider contacting me.
There are times in life when we reach a point in which positive change needs to occur. Perhaps you've been dealing with the same issue for a long time, or maybe new challenges have arisen that you need help navigating. If any of this applies to you or your child/teen, or if you're simply seeking to reach some desired goals, I hope that you will consider contacting me.
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FAQ - PMDD Counseling
How can Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) affect mental health?
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) can have a significant impact on mental health. PMDD is a more severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and may cause intense mood-related symptoms in the days or weeks before a period, such as mood swings, irritability, anxiety, sadness, hopelessness, or loss of interest in activities you normally enjoy. For some people, PMDD can also worsen existing mental health concerns, such as anxiety or depression. Symptoms may also affect relationships, work, or school responsibilities, especially when they happen consistently month after month.
How can therapy help with PMDD?
Therapy can help you better understand the emotional patterns that may come with PMDD and help you track symptoms across your cycle, identify triggers, and plan ahead for times when symptoms tend to peak. Therapy may also help you develop coping strategies for managing intense emotions, communicating with loved ones, and reducing the impact PMDD has on work, school, or relationships. Approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be especially helpful for noticing unhelpful thought patterns and building more practical coping skills for responding to distress. PMDD is also commonly treated with medication or hormonal options, so a therapist may encourage you to coordinate with a medical provider if they feel this may be a helpful addition to therapy.
Can a therapist diagnose PMDD?
In many cases, licensed mental health professionals, including therapists, psychologists, and psychiatrists, can diagnose PMDD. PMDD can also be diagnosed by other medical professionals, such as a primary care physicians (PCPs) or obstetrician-gynecologists (OB-GYNs).
Should I see a therapist or a psychiatrist to help with PMDD?
Whether you should see a therapist or psychiatrist depends on what kind of support you need. A therapist can help with coping skills, emotional regulation, and general patterns of thinking that may make symptoms harder to manage. A psychiatrist, in contrast, can help assess whether medication may be helpful and prescribe it, when appropriate. Importantly, many people benefit from both therapy and psychiatry. For example, you might see a therapist for ongoing emotional support and a psychiatrist for medication or medical treatment. If you are not sure where to start, your primary care physician can often help you decide what treatment makes the most sense for you.