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Christina Payton

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Available both in-person and online
380 South Melrose Drive Vista, CA 92081

Managed by Rula Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Hi there, I'm Christina! I offer counseling to individuals, assisting in navigating difficult life events, relationship changes, mood-related disorders, and postpartum anxiety or depression. My background includes working with a diverse population who present with wide-ranging diagnoses and clinical complexities. I am dedicated to working with my clients on identifying and achieving their goals, whatever those may be!
My therapeutic focus is driven by the utilization of various techniques and coping skills stemming from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) with an emphasis on mindfulness. I offer a client-based and supportive communication style.
In addition to providing therapy to both families and individuals, I have extensive experience working with co-occurring disorders in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Take the first step to help. Call or Christina Payton now - (213) 855-3533

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

380 South Melrose Drive

Vista, CA 92081 map

(213) 855-3533
My website
In our first visit, we'll complete an initial assessment, discuss your history, and map out a therapeutic plan together.
I specialize in Anxiety, Coping Skills and Depression 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (213) 855-3533
Photo of Christina Payton, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Managed by Rula Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

380 South Melrose Drive

Vista, CA 92081 map

(213) 855-3533
My website
In our first visit, we'll complete an initial assessment, discuss your history, and map out a therapeutic plan together.
I specialize in Anxiety, Coping Skills and Depression 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Brighton Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Coventry
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Evry Health
  • Geisinger
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Health Net
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • MHNet Behavioral Health
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Sentara Health Plans
  • Sidecar Health
  • Sutter
  • TRICARE
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I work with Rula to handle insurance and billing. They're in-network with over 120 providers and prioritize clear pricing. Before we meet for our first appointment, you will receive a personalized cost breakdown based on your specific plan, ensuring everything is straightforward and easy to manage.
Photo of Christina Payton, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Christina Payton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (213) 855-3533
"
I work with Rula to handle insurance and billing. They're in-network with over 120 providers and prioritize clear pricing. Before we meet for our first appointment, you will receive a personalized cost breakdown based on your specific plan, ensuring everything is straightforward and easy to manage.
Photo of Christina Payton, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Christina Payton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (213) 855-3533

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 115542 Christina Louise Payton
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended California School of Professional Psychology, San Diego, Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage & Family Therapy, Graduated 2016
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In addition to providing therapy to both families and individuals, I have extensive experience working with co-occurring disorders in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Photo of Christina Payton, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Christina Payton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (213) 855-3533
"
In addition to providing therapy to both families and individuals, I have extensive experience working with co-occurring disorders in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Photo of Christina Payton, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Christina Payton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (213) 855-3533

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Divorce
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • First Responders
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infertility
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
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I offer a client-based and supportive communication style.
Photo of Christina Payton, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Christina Payton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (213) 855-3533
"
I offer a client-based and supportive communication style.
Photo of Christina Payton, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Christina Payton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (213) 855-3533

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Trauma Focused
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My therapeutic focus is driven by the utilization of various techniques and coping skills stemming from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) with an emphasis on mindfulness.
Photo of Christina Payton, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Christina Payton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (213) 855-3533
"
My therapeutic focus is driven by the utilization of various techniques and coping skills stemming from evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) with an emphasis on mindfulness.
Photo of Christina Payton, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Christina Payton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
or call with questions - (213) 855-3533

Location

Primary Location

380 South Melrose Drive

Vista, CA 92081

(213) 855-3533

Nearby Areas

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In our first visit, we'll complete an initial assessment, discuss your history, and map out a therapeutic plan together.
Photo of Christina Payton, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Christina Payton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (213) 855-3533
"
In our first visit, we'll complete an initial assessment, discuss your history, and map out a therapeutic plan together.
Photo of Christina Payton, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Christina Payton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (213) 855-3533