Medi-Cal Therapists in Santee, CA
Feeling like you are not enough can lead to a life of anxiety and depression. Are you ready to reframe and reclaim the life you deserve? I will work with you in a way that is transparent, person-centered, and challenging to help you achieve your personal mental health goals.
Feeling like you are not enough can lead to a life of anxiety and depression. Are you ready to reframe and reclaim the life you deserve? I will work with you in a way that is transparent, person-centered, and challenging to help you achieve your personal mental health goals.
Silva Family Therapy, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, APCC, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Santee, CA 92071
SFTi is all about helping others find their potential. Uncertainty might not have ever felt so strong but these last few years has created so much self doubt, instability, mistrust, and chaos. Sadly, for many this is what their whole life has felt like. When dealing with trauma, addiction, Identity, or abuse this is your life. Who can I trust? Where will I go? What can I do? SFTi staffs experienced trauma informed therapists specializing in EMDR, Addiction, LGBTQIA, Body Positive, Domestic Violence, and PTSD.
SFTi is all about helping others find their potential. Uncertainty might not have ever felt so strong but these last few years has created so much self doubt, instability, mistrust, and chaos. Sadly, for many this is what their whole life has felt like. When dealing with trauma, addiction, Identity, or abuse this is your life. Who can I trust? Where will I go? What can I do? SFTi staffs experienced trauma informed therapists specializing in EMDR, Addiction, LGBTQIA, Body Positive, Domestic Violence, and PTSD.
I work with people who look fine on the outside but are running on empty inside, and through honest, deep exploration of what's beneath the surface, we work together to build greater resilience and a clearer path forward. Whether you know exactly what's holding you back or just know something needs to change, we'll uncover what's keeping you stuck, build healthy coping strategies, and develop the inner strength and confidence to navigate life's challenges. My clients are ready to reflect, do the work, and create lasting change — and I'm here to guide them every step of the way.
I work with people who look fine on the outside but are running on empty inside, and through honest, deep exploration of what's beneath the surface, we work together to build greater resilience and a clearer path forward. Whether you know exactly what's holding you back or just know something needs to change, we'll uncover what's keeping you stuck, build healthy coping strategies, and develop the inner strength and confidence to navigate life's challenges. My clients are ready to reflect, do the work, and create lasting change — and I'm here to guide them every step of the way.
Does your self esteem need a boost? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you have a teen struggling with their mood, which may be affecting their learning or relationships? You may need some support for yourself, your primary relationship, or your family. Everyone needs a little extra help sometimes. There is joy in the solving and you are already on your way.
Does your self esteem need a boost? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you have a teen struggling with their mood, which may be affecting their learning or relationships? You may need some support for yourself, your primary relationship, or your family. Everyone needs a little extra help sometimes. There is joy in the solving and you are already on your way.
In my experiences in working with children and their families in various capacities for close to 30 years has given me a heart for caring. I have been a foster parent, preschool teacher and director, a child development instructor at a communnity college for over 20 years and a clinical supervisor to numerous trainees and interns who became wonderful clinicians. I am also the mother to 4 grown children (one with ADHD) and the grandparent to 13.
In my experiences in working with children and their families in various capacities for close to 30 years has given me a heart for caring. I have been a foster parent, preschool teacher and director, a child development instructor at a communnity college for over 20 years and a clinical supervisor to numerous trainees and interns who became wonderful clinicians. I am also the mother to 4 grown children (one with ADHD) and the grandparent to 13.
I am in network for Medicare, Tricare, Blue Shield and Medi-Cal.
Do you find yourself feeling more depressed or anxious lately? Are you overwhelmed by the continuing political chaos? You are not alone.
If you suffer from perinatal mood or anxiety disorders, I have25 years experience and I can help. Are you in the military? I have 24 years experience working with military families. Do you find yourself making the same choices that don't work? You may have unresolved trauma that is interfering in your present life. I can help with any of these issues and more.
I am in network for Medicare, Tricare, Blue Shield and Medi-Cal.
Do you find yourself feeling more depressed or anxious lately? Are you overwhelmed by the continuing political chaos? You are not alone.
If you suffer from perinatal mood or anxiety disorders, I have25 years experience and I can help. Are you in the military? I have 24 years experience working with military families. Do you find yourself making the same choices that don't work? You may have unresolved trauma that is interfering in your present life. I can help with any of these issues and more.
We accept almost all insurance including Medi-Cal and Medicare and Commercial Plans including Blue Shield, United, Cigna, Aetna, Compsych the list is kind of endless - your cost will not be the individual session cost per session.
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.
We accept almost all insurance including Medi-Cal and Medicare and Commercial Plans including Blue Shield, United, Cigna, Aetna, Compsych the list is kind of endless - your cost will not be the individual session cost per session.
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.
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Greetings! My name is Monica and I specialize in supporting individuals living with severe mental illness, including complex trauma, mood disorders, psychosis, and long-term emotional or behavioral challenges. I provide steady, trauma-informed care for clients who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and focused on understanding deeper emotional patterns, building resilience, and helping clients feel supported, empowered, and less alone in their healing journey.
Greetings! My name is Monica and I specialize in supporting individuals living with severe mental illness, including complex trauma, mood disorders, psychosis, and long-term emotional or behavioral challenges. I provide steady, trauma-informed care for clients who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and focused on understanding deeper emotional patterns, building resilience, and helping clients feel supported, empowered, and less alone in their healing journey.
Hi all! My name is Sandra Alvarez and I was born and raised in San Diego, CA. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. (hablo español!) I have 6 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families. As a proud first-generation Mexican American, I am committed to serving the Latinx community and creating spaces where you feel truly understood and supported.
Hi all! My name is Sandra Alvarez and I was born and raised in San Diego, CA. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. (hablo español!) I have 6 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families. As a proud first-generation Mexican American, I am committed to serving the Latinx community and creating spaces where you feel truly understood and supported.
At Ebb & Flow Psychotherapy, we believe in supporting each person with compassion and care as they navigate life’s challenges. In our work together, I strive to create a space where you feel accepted, understood, and supported in a way that feels natural and authentic to you.
Using a holistic, client-centered, and strength-based approach, we’ll explore your experiences, connect the mind and body, and work toward greater balance, clarity, and meaningful, lasting change.
At Ebb & Flow Psychotherapy, we believe in supporting each person with compassion and care as they navigate life’s challenges. In our work together, I strive to create a space where you feel accepted, understood, and supported in a way that feels natural and authentic to you.
Using a holistic, client-centered, and strength-based approach, we’ll explore your experiences, connect the mind and body, and work toward greater balance, clarity, and meaningful, lasting change.
Hi I'm Troy, I'm President and Lead Clinician of PsyNamic Counseling Services and a Private Practice owner since 2014. I have been a leader in mental health industry as well as the community, and have helped people from all walks of life improve their situations and increase their overall sense of wellbeing. I really love helping people identify purpose and create a clear and simple way to reach their goals, for the betterment of themselves and those around them.
Hi I'm Troy, I'm President and Lead Clinician of PsyNamic Counseling Services and a Private Practice owner since 2014. I have been a leader in mental health industry as well as the community, and have helped people from all walks of life improve their situations and increase their overall sense of wellbeing. I really love helping people identify purpose and create a clear and simple way to reach their goals, for the betterment of themselves and those around them.
I've been blessed with the opportunity to help people navigate through difficult times. I drank from a fire hose in educational and professional settings so that I could be as helpful as possible to as many as possible but the one lesson I learned over and over again is that meeting others where they are at puts you in the best position to help them with what they're going through and to build skills to do it on their own.
I've been blessed with the opportunity to help people navigate through difficult times. I drank from a fire hose in educational and professional settings so that I could be as helpful as possible to as many as possible but the one lesson I learned over and over again is that meeting others where they are at puts you in the best position to help them with what they're going through and to build skills to do it on their own.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I’ve dedicated my practice to being a professional, down-to-earth resource for both children and adults. I believe that therapy works best when it feels like a real conversation. Whether I’m sitting virtually with a child helping them navigate big feelings or listening to an adult working through life’s complexities, my goal is the same: to be a great listener who truly 'gets it.' I use online platforms to bring a friendly, accessible, and high-quality therapeutic experience directly to you, making it easier for your family to find the support you deserve.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I’ve dedicated my practice to being a professional, down-to-earth resource for both children and adults. I believe that therapy works best when it feels like a real conversation. Whether I’m sitting virtually with a child helping them navigate big feelings or listening to an adult working through life’s complexities, my goal is the same: to be a great listener who truly 'gets it.' I use online platforms to bring a friendly, accessible, and high-quality therapeutic experience directly to you, making it easier for your family to find the support you deserve.
We accept almost all insurance including Medi-Cal and Medicare and Commercial Plans including Blue Shield, United, Cigna, Aetna, Compsych the list is kind of endless - your cost will not be the individual session cost per session.
Hi! My name is Robert Hougen Jr. I am an associate therapist who works with clients of all backgrounds and ages, including children, adolescents, & adults as they navigate through the stages and challenges of life. I aim to work collaboratively with clients in a supportive and non-judgmental environment so they feel comfortable exploring their identity, needs, and goals. My goal is to help clients with any goals they wish to accomplish and support them as they learn more about themselves, heal their trauma, and grow as a person.
We accept almost all insurance including Medi-Cal and Medicare and Commercial Plans including Blue Shield, United, Cigna, Aetna, Compsych the list is kind of endless - your cost will not be the individual session cost per session.
Hi! My name is Robert Hougen Jr. I am an associate therapist who works with clients of all backgrounds and ages, including children, adolescents, & adults as they navigate through the stages and challenges of life. I aim to work collaboratively with clients in a supportive and non-judgmental environment so they feel comfortable exploring their identity, needs, and goals. My goal is to help clients with any goals they wish to accomplish and support them as they learn more about themselves, heal their trauma, and grow as a person.
I am in network with Medi-cal (Orange County), Kaiser, HealthNet, Aetna, among others.
Hi, there! I work with individuals helping to uncover and unpack habits that may no longer be serving you in creating the life you want to live. With my main focus in anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties, we will work together to explore the roots of the issue at hand, while also providing you with accessible tools to help on a day to day basis.
I also work with couples who are finding themselves hitting barriers to effective communication and difficulties with understanding each other. We will work together to learn new communication techniques while also unpacking long standing issues.
I am in network with Medi-cal (Orange County), Kaiser, HealthNet, Aetna, among others.
Hi, there! I work with individuals helping to uncover and unpack habits that may no longer be serving you in creating the life you want to live. With my main focus in anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties, we will work together to explore the roots of the issue at hand, while also providing you with accessible tools to help on a day to day basis.
I also work with couples who are finding themselves hitting barriers to effective communication and difficulties with understanding each other. We will work together to learn new communication techniques while also unpacking long standing issues.
I believe therapy can help you reconnect with your body, emotions, and spirit in a way that brings more confidence and alignment. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation where we can chat and see if we’re a good fit. Feeling unsupported and doubting your abilities can be deeply painful. But I truly believe there’s a part of you that knows life can be more than endless worry—and I’m here to help you tap into that. I understand how difficult it is when you feel unseen, unheard, or undervalued.
I believe therapy can help you reconnect with your body, emotions, and spirit in a way that brings more confidence and alignment. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation where we can chat and see if we’re a good fit. Feeling unsupported and doubting your abilities can be deeply painful. But I truly believe there’s a part of you that knows life can be more than endless worry—and I’m here to help you tap into that. I understand how difficult it is when you feel unseen, unheard, or undervalued.
You may feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Therapy can be a space where you no longer have to carry everything alone. I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, relationship stress, trauma, postpartum/new parent challenges, burnout, and life transitions. My approach is warm, you may feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, collaborative, and grounded in genuine human connection. I offer tele-therapy through phone and video sessions, often with coffee in hand and an open heart welcoming you to therapy.
You may feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Therapy can be a space where you no longer have to carry everything alone. I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, relationship stress, trauma, postpartum/new parent challenges, burnout, and life transitions. My approach is warm, you may feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, collaborative, and grounded in genuine human connection. I offer tele-therapy through phone and video sessions, often with coffee in hand and an open heart welcoming you to therapy.
I believe in the importance of honoring individual experiences, I work collaboratively with clients to provide individualized mental health care to support authentic living and healing. I ensure that my therapy space is a safe, sex-positive, LGBTIA+, ENM/Polyamory, and Kink affirming.
I believe in the importance of honoring individual experiences, I work collaboratively with clients to provide individualized mental health care to support authentic living and healing. I ensure that my therapy space is a safe, sex-positive, LGBTIA+, ENM/Polyamory, and Kink affirming.
Marriage and relationships are challenging and it is even harder to ask for what you want. Often, people believe they are broken or that their desires are shameful, and I work to create change and facilitate communication. As a licensed psychotherapist, specializing in sex therapy, I work to help individuals, partners, and couples to connect. It is my passion to heal shame, have the hard talks, and facilitate communication. Personally, I know the challenges of maintaining passion in a long-term relationship and I believe in supporting intimacy in relationships.
Marriage and relationships are challenging and it is even harder to ask for what you want. Often, people believe they are broken or that their desires are shameful, and I work to create change and facilitate communication. As a licensed psychotherapist, specializing in sex therapy, I work to help individuals, partners, and couples to connect. It is my passion to heal shame, have the hard talks, and facilitate communication. Personally, I know the challenges of maintaining passion in a long-term relationship and I believe in supporting intimacy in relationships.
Hello, my name is Renato Talhadas (Hey-Nah-Toh), I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a certification in addiction counseling and specializations in theology and LGBTQ+ issues. My therapeutic approach is holistic, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and solution-focused techniques. I work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and life transitions. My goal is to empower you toward personal growth and lasting change, helping you navigate challenges with strength and resilience.
Hello, my name is Renato Talhadas (Hey-Nah-Toh), I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a certification in addiction counseling and specializations in theology and LGBTQ+ issues. My therapeutic approach is holistic, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and solution-focused techniques. I work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and life transitions. My goal is to empower you toward personal growth and lasting change, helping you navigate challenges with strength and resilience.
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