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William McMahon
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078  (Online Only)
I specialize in relationship and rehabilitation issues as well as grief counseling.
I provide my services via TeleTherapy. My area of expertise is assisting people who are struggling to maintain a healthy lifestyle and constrained by one or more issues. I can assist you if you're having trouble transitioning through life, whether you're a middle-aged person whose life is changing or a teenager who feels overwhelmed.
I specialize in relationship and rehabilitation issues as well as grief counseling.
I provide my services via TeleTherapy. My area of expertise is assisting people who are struggling to maintain a healthy lifestyle and constrained by one or more issues. I can assist you if you're having trouble transitioning through life, whether you're a middle-aged person whose life is changing or a teenager who feels overwhelmed.
(442) 241-1120 View (442) 241-1120
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Jordan Morrison
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Hello, my name is Jordan Morrison, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 133351) based in Santa Rosa, CA. I am highly experienced in working with adults from diverse cultural or socioeconomic backgrounds, and I specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, immigration issues, men's issues, life transitions, grief, and relationship problems often utilizing a psychodynamic approach. I believe access to mental healthcare should be available to anyone who needs or wants it. Therefore, I have worked extensively with underserved and underrepresented folks from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Hello, my name is Jordan Morrison, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 133351) based in Santa Rosa, CA. I am highly experienced in working with adults from diverse cultural or socioeconomic backgrounds, and I specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, immigration issues, men's issues, life transitions, grief, and relationship problems often utilizing a psychodynamic approach. I believe access to mental healthcare should be available to anyone who needs or wants it. Therefore, I have worked extensively with underserved and underrepresented folks from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
(760) 313-6820 View (760) 313-6820
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Patricia Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
My name is Patricia Rodriguez and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked in the mental health field for over 17 years. My experience has been working with children, teens, adolescents, adults, and families who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship/family issues. My personal experience has been many years of trauma, by family dysfunction and grief/loss.
My name is Patricia Rodriguez and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked in the mental health field for over 17 years. My experience has been working with children, teens, adolescents, adults, and families who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship/family issues. My personal experience has been many years of trauma, by family dysfunction and grief/loss.
(760) 317-4517 View (760) 317-4517
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Megan Haase
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078  (Online Only)
Hey there! I’m Megan- a couples therapist dedicated to helping you build a relationship you love coming home to. If you're feeling stuck, I have good news. Love is a skill that can be developed and I've got the tools and the expertise to guide you toward the relationship you've always dreamed of. If you fight about the same things over and over, feel lonely and disconnected, or have become more like roommates than lovers, I can help. I'll teach you how to improve your communication, navigate your differences, and deepen your connection.
Hey there! I’m Megan- a couples therapist dedicated to helping you build a relationship you love coming home to. If you're feeling stuck, I have good news. Love is a skill that can be developed and I've got the tools and the expertise to guide you toward the relationship you've always dreamed of. If you fight about the same things over and over, feel lonely and disconnected, or have become more like roommates than lovers, I can help. I'll teach you how to improve your communication, navigate your differences, and deepen your connection.
(760) 350-3476 View (760) 350-3476
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Lindsey Schmidt Counseling, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078  (Online Only)
My specialties also include working with life transitions, trauma, career changes, relationship stressors, managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress management, infidelity, high functioning autism, and parenting.
I am a collaborative, creative, and empathetic therapist. I believe that in order to effectively meet your goals; sessions should be personalized based on your individual needs. I believe that the key to personal growth and success is to find balance and inner happiness within ourselves. As a therapist, my role is to provide a nurturing environment allowing the opportunity for self-exploration and growth. My style is holistic as I belief that the mind, body, and emotions are all interconnected. If this approach aligns with your goals for therapy, I would love to connect with you and help you along your journey to better health.
My specialties also include working with life transitions, trauma, career changes, relationship stressors, managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress management, infidelity, high functioning autism, and parenting.
I am a collaborative, creative, and empathetic therapist. I believe that in order to effectively meet your goals; sessions should be personalized based on your individual needs. I believe that the key to personal growth and success is to find balance and inner happiness within ourselves. As a therapist, my role is to provide a nurturing environment allowing the opportunity for self-exploration and growth. My style is holistic as I belief that the mind, body, and emotions are all interconnected. If this approach aligns with your goals for therapy, I would love to connect with you and help you along your journey to better health.
(619) 916-4983 View (619) 916-4983
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Kay Sanchez-Franco
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, BA
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078  (Online Only)
, couples, those with PTSD, ADHD, identity issues, pregnancy & postpartum, 2SLGBTQ+ folks, young adults, the young at heart, and those who feel they have lost or never known their inner child.
I tend to think of therapy like tupperware. It's a safe container to unload, feel, and heal from life experiences so that we can better adapt to hardship and change. We all don't live in the same world. Many have been missed by people or systems that fell short. Whether we have a communal or a lone wolf mentality, our (dis)abilities are visible/invisible, who we love, our religious/spiritual beliefs, and, race/ethnicity all inform the ways we experience life. This is why a blend of Humanistic, evidence-based CBT & DBT theories, and traditional wisdoms, shape the foundation of my approach.
, couples, those with PTSD, ADHD, identity issues, pregnancy & postpartum, 2SLGBTQ+ folks, young adults, the young at heart, and those who feel they have lost or never known their inner child.
I tend to think of therapy like tupperware. It's a safe container to unload, feel, and heal from life experiences so that we can better adapt to hardship and change. We all don't live in the same world. Many have been missed by people or systems that fell short. Whether we have a communal or a lone wolf mentality, our (dis)abilities are visible/invisible, who we love, our religious/spiritual beliefs, and, race/ethnicity all inform the ways we experience life. This is why a blend of Humanistic, evidence-based CBT & DBT theories, and traditional wisdoms, shape the foundation of my approach.
(619) 391-2740 View (619) 391-2740
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Racheal Rhoades
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078  (Online Only)
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.
(442) 239-1522 View (442) 239-1522
David J Cain
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, CGP
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
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 MOST ALL KINDS OF PROBLEMS IN CLINICAL, UNIVERSITY AND PRIVATE PRACTICE SETTINGS. PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE TEACHING AND SUPERVISING PSYCHOLOGY GRADUATE STUDENTS AND PROFESSIONAL THERAPISTS, WRITING, EDITING, PROFESSIONAL WORKSHOPS AND PRESENTATIONS AND SERVICE TO 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 MOST ALL KINDS OF PROBLEMS IN CLINICAL, UNIVERSITY AND PRIVATE PRACTICE SETTINGS. PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDE TEACHING AND SUPERVISING PSYCHOLOGY GRADUATE STUDENTS AND PROFESSIONAL THERAPISTS, WRITING, EDITING, PROFESSIONAL WORKSHOPS AND PRESENTATIONS AND SERVICE TO MY PROFESSION.
(760) 530-4786 View (760) 530-4786
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Elizabeth Dutcher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
I help couples that feel disconnected, resentful, unheard, under-appreciated, or who struggle to have productive discussions around conflictual topics. I'm here to help. I use Gottman method in my couples work. Gottman Method is an evidence-based treatment to address all of these relational issues and more. Gottman Method blends processing old wounds, enhancing connection and understanding, and relational skill building. These skills are wide ranging and include: building a friendship, conflict management, and building a life together that honors both partner's dreams.
I help couples that feel disconnected, resentful, unheard, under-appreciated, or who struggle to have productive discussions around conflictual topics. I'm here to help. I use Gottman method in my couples work. Gottman Method is an evidence-based treatment to address all of these relational issues and more. Gottman Method blends processing old wounds, enhancing connection and understanding, and relational skill building. These skills are wide ranging and include: building a friendship, conflict management, and building a life together that honors both partner's dreams.
(442) 241-0350 View (442) 241-0350
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Jessica Robinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078  (Online Only)
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families to improve relationships and well-being. I treat a wide variety of psychological issues, including anxiety, depression, career/ school stress, grief/ loss, and maternal mental health. 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.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families to improve relationships and well-being. I treat a wide variety of psychological issues, including anxiety, depression, career/ school stress, grief/ loss, and maternal mental health. 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.
(760) 354-8820 View (760) 354-8820
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Ashley Azin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
I strongly believe that the biggest factor in positive growth and healing in therapy is because of the relationship between the therapist and client.
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.
I strongly believe that the biggest factor in positive growth and healing in therapy is because of the relationship between the therapist and client.
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.
(858) 386-7502 View (858) 386-7502
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Emily Gomez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
I love working with a variety of individuals, couples, and families.
Hi, my name is Emily Gomez, LMFT and I have been practicing since 2006. I have worked in a variety of settings and specialties throughout my career, such as outpatient psychiatric, substance abuse recovery, IOP/PHP, and private practice, so I bring an eclectic approach to my work with clients. I believe therapy is a brave and rewarding growth opportunity for those who choose to take the journey!
I love working with a variety of individuals, couples, and families.
Hi, my name is Emily Gomez, LMFT and I have been practicing since 2006. I have worked in a variety of settings and specialties throughout my career, such as outpatient psychiatric, substance abuse recovery, IOP/PHP, and private practice, so I bring an eclectic approach to my work with clients. I believe therapy is a brave and rewarding growth opportunity for those who choose to take the journey!
(747) 281-2863 View (747) 281-2863
Christy Israel
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
I have worked with a wide variety of clients including, children, adolescents, Individual adult clients, couples, and families.
Hello! My name is Christy Israel, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor. I am a person-centered therapist. I believe, as psychologist, Carl Rogers stated, "that each individual has within him or herself vast resources for self-understanding, for altering his or her self-concept, attitudes, and self-directed behavior." I take great joy in partnering with my clients, eliciting their strengths, in order for them to heal, grow, achieve their goals, and live the life of their dreams. I really love to match people with the most appropriate form of therapy for them.
I have worked with a wide variety of clients including, children, adolescents, Individual adult clients, couples, and families.
Hello! My name is Christy Israel, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor. I am a person-centered therapist. I believe, as psychologist, Carl Rogers stated, "that each individual has within him or herself vast resources for self-understanding, for altering his or her self-concept, attitudes, and self-directed behavior." I take great joy in partnering with my clients, eliciting their strengths, in order for them to heal, grow, achieve their goals, and live the life of their dreams. I really love to match people with the most appropriate form of therapy for them.
(424) 587-3709 View (424) 587-3709
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The Mindful Lemon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078  (Online Only)
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.
(760) 819-7879 View (760) 819-7879
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Laura Fish
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078  (Online Only)
If you are looking to alter your patterns of behavior, to strengthen relationships, or a parent in need of proven strategies to promote healthy behavior in your children, I can help. Please visit my website at laurafishtherapy.com to learn more about my approach. Therapy doesn't have to be long term. It is simply an opportunity for someone to help you begin the process of change. I'd love to hear more from you about what you would like to leave behind and what you would like to call forward into your life.
If you are looking to alter your patterns of behavior, to strengthen relationships, or a parent in need of proven strategies to promote healthy behavior in your children, I can help. Please visit my website at laurafishtherapy.com to learn more about my approach. Therapy doesn't have to be long term. It is simply an opportunity for someone to help you begin the process of change. I'd love to hear more from you about what you would like to leave behind and what you would like to call forward into your life.
(760) 712-4002 View (760) 712-4002
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Emily Jane Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for over a decade. I take great pride in restoring hope and optimism in my clients, thus empowering them to improve their life as they see fit. I provide service that is in partnership with you as a client. I am committed to developing a consistent treatment plan that focuses on your specific goals and outcomes.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for over a decade. I take great pride in restoring hope and optimism in my clients, thus empowering them to improve their life as they see fit. I provide service that is in partnership with you as a client. I am committed to developing a consistent treatment plan that focuses on your specific goals and outcomes.
(323) 879-7197 View (323) 879-7197
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Sharon Tawfilis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EEM-CP
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
In the safety of our confidential sessions our work together will include identifying and designing a self-care routine specific to your needs. Identifying, changing and releasing both conscious/unconscious beliefs/blocks to creating the life you desire by empowering you with techniques that you can learn to do yourself. Incorporating entrainment to temporarily change brain waves to assist in accessing clarity and action steps. We all stand on the shoulders of giants whose research and experience we combine to improve the quality of the mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical.
In the safety of our confidential sessions our work together will include identifying and designing a self-care routine specific to your needs. Identifying, changing and releasing both conscious/unconscious beliefs/blocks to creating the life you desire by empowering you with techniques that you can learn to do yourself. Incorporating entrainment to temporarily change brain waves to assist in accessing clarity and action steps. We all stand on the shoulders of giants whose research and experience we combine to improve the quality of the mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical.
(858) 877-9676 View (858) 877-9676
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Kristine Olivas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078
Are you interested in finding your life purpose? Sometimes not being on your life path may feel like you're treading water. Or perhaps, you feel depressed - a void inside that leaves you feeling hopeless and alone. If you're feeling anxious - you may be miserable with extreme panic attacks or the inability to focus on family and work. I help you learn skills to find the origins of these feelings, clear them and develop the life you dream of. This process is respectful of you and a partnership designed to assist you on your life journey.
Are you interested in finding your life purpose? Sometimes not being on your life path may feel like you're treading water. Or perhaps, you feel depressed - a void inside that leaves you feeling hopeless and alone. If you're feeling anxious - you may be miserable with extreme panic attacks or the inability to focus on family and work. I help you learn skills to find the origins of these feelings, clear them and develop the life you dream of. This process is respectful of you and a partnership designed to assist you on your life journey.
(442) 253-2731 View (442) 253-2731
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Michael Bean
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Nice to meet you. I'm Michael Bean, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License MFC40911 My wife and I have raised 4 awesome kids (awesome adults now) & have learned to love each other & to love life despite a lot of challenges. My passion is helping people figure out how to live happily too. My clients are mostly older adolescents and adults who are struggling with grief and loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and difficult and complicated relationships.
Nice to meet you. I'm Michael Bean, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License MFC40911 My wife and I have raised 4 awesome kids (awesome adults now) & have learned to love each other & to love life despite a lot of challenges. My passion is helping people figure out how to live happily too. My clients are mostly older adolescents and adults who are struggling with grief and loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and difficult and complicated relationships.
(619) 937-2183 View (619) 937-2183
Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.