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Psychologist, PhD

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Available both in-person and online
12625 High Bluff Drive San Diego, CA 92130
Most people feel stuck in their relationships at some point. You love each other, yet feel disconnected. Or the weight of past hurts and ongoing conflict make it hard to imagine finding your way back to closeness. If that’s where you are, you’re not alone and there is hope. Effective, evidence-based therapy can help. Whether we work together individually or as a couple, my goal is to help you move out of painful, repetitive patterns and into deeper understanding, empathy, and connection.
I'm glad you found our clinic. At Enamory, we help people find their way back to authenticity and understanding. Together, we’ll slow down the patterns that keep you stuck in conflict or distance and uncover what each of you truly needs to feel seen and loved. Our approach is both evidence-based and deeply human.
As a clinical psychologist and one of the world’s leading researchers in psychedelic-assisted couple therapy, I blend science and compassion to support lasting change. Whether you’re navigating conflict, healing after betrayal, exploring ENM, or simply longing to reconnect, I can help you build a relationship that feels authentic, secure, and alive.
Call or Chandra Estelle Khalifian now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 639-4746

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Enamory

12625 High Bluff Drive

San Diego, CA 92130 map

(619) 639-4746
My website
I offer traditional couple therapy and ketamine-assisted couple therapy in person and virtually throughout California.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Infidelity and Family Conflict 
$425 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Hi! I'm Dr. Chandra Khalifian. I look forward to helping you and your partner create a more fulfilling and connected relationship.
Chandra Estelle Khalifian
Let's Connect (619) 639-4746
Photo of Chandra Estelle Khalifian, Psychologist, PhD

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Enamory

12625 High Bluff Drive

San Diego, CA 92130 map

(619) 639-4746
My website
I offer traditional couple therapy and ketamine-assisted couple therapy in person and virtually throughout California.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Infidelity and Family Conflict 
$425 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Hi! I'm Dr. Chandra Khalifian. I look forward to helping you and your partner create a more fulfilling and connected relationship.
Chandra Estelle Khalifian

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $425
  • Couple Sessions $425
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
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I am a out-of-network provider and can provide you with a superbill. You may be able to seek reimbursement through your insurance plan.
Photo of Chandra Estelle Khalifian, Psychologist, PhD
Chandra Estelle Khalifian
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 639-4746
"
I am a out-of-network provider and can provide you with a superbill. You may be able to seek reimbursement through your insurance plan.
Photo of Chandra Estelle Khalifian, Psychologist, PhD
Chandra Estelle Khalifian
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 639-4746

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY31914 Chandra Estelle Khalifian
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 14 years
  • Attended University of Maryland, Baltimore County, PhD, Graduated 2018
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Lykos Therapeutics MDMA-assisted therapy certification 2025
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I am one of the world's experts in psychedelic-assisted couple therapy. I hold certifications from the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), Lykos, and Fluence and I train other therapists around the world.
Photo of Chandra Estelle Khalifian, Psychologist, PhD
Chandra Estelle Khalifian
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 639-4746
"
I am one of the world's experts in psychedelic-assisted couple therapy. I hold certifications from the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), Lykos, and Fluence and I train other therapists around the world.
Photo of Chandra Estelle Khalifian, Psychologist, PhD
Chandra Estelle Khalifian
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 639-4746

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Infidelity
  • Family Conflict

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Caregivers
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients experiencing relationship challenges; including, difficulties with communication, intimacy, trust, infidelity, etc. I work with people in all relationship structures. We also have the option of using legal psychedelics as a tool to support shifting dysfunctional patterns and creating closeness.
Photo of Chandra Estelle Khalifian, Psychologist, PhD
Chandra Estelle Khalifian
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 639-4746
"
I work with clients experiencing relationship challenges; including, difficulties with communication, intimacy, trust, infidelity, etc. I work with people in all relationship structures. We also have the option of using legal psychedelics as a tool to support shifting dysfunctional patterns and creating closeness.
Photo of Chandra Estelle Khalifian, Psychologist, PhD
Chandra Estelle Khalifian
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 639-4746

4 Endorsements

Kayla Knopp
Kayla Knopp
Psychologist, PhD
Chandra is an incredibly warm, validating, and knowledgeable therapist. She has a unique understanding of non-monogamous and kinky relationships.
Cindy J Chang
Cindy J Chang
Psychologist, PsyD
Chandra is a skilled and compassionate relationship therapist who you can trust to take your best interests to heart. She's been trained in evidence-based approaches and knows the latest research and how to incorporate it. I recommend reaching out!
Jasmine Davis
Jasmine Davis
Psychological Associate, PhD
Dr. Khalifian is an expert in relationships and evidence-based treatments. Working with her has been such a joy. I am learning so much and appreciate her warmth, humor, and wisdom.
Amanda Sachs
Amanda Sachs
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Chandra is one of the most skilled therapists I have ever had the pleasure of working alongside. She has helped several of my clients in couples therapy when other therapists were not effective. I highly recommend working with her!

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotion Focused Couple Therapy
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Integrative
  • Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy
  • Ketamine-Assisted
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
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I use Emotion Focused Couple Therapy and Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy to first identify the patterns that you and your partner are getting stuck in, then communicate the more vulnerable thoughts and emotions that are driving the patterns (e.g., I feel undesirable, disconnected, unseen, misunderstood), and then enhance understanding and empathy to connect more authentically and deeply.
Photo of Chandra Estelle Khalifian, Psychologist, PhD
Chandra Estelle Khalifian
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 639-4746
"
I use Emotion Focused Couple Therapy and Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy to first identify the patterns that you and your partner are getting stuck in, then communicate the more vulnerable thoughts and emotions that are driving the patterns (e.g., I feel undesirable, disconnected, unseen, misunderstood), and then enhance understanding and empathy to connect more authentically and deeply.
Photo of Chandra Estelle Khalifian, Psychologist, PhD
Chandra Estelle Khalifian
Psychologist, PhD
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 639-4746

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Location

Primary Location

Enamory

12625 High Bluff Drive

San Diego, CA 92130

(619) 639-4746
"
I offer traditional couple therapy and ketamine-assisted couple therapy in person and virtually throughout California.
Photo of Chandra Estelle Khalifian, Psychologist, PhD
Chandra Estelle Khalifian
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 639-4746
"
I offer traditional couple therapy and ketamine-assisted couple therapy in person and virtually throughout California.
Photo of Chandra Estelle Khalifian, Psychologist, PhD
Chandra Estelle Khalifian
Psychologist, PhD
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 639-4746