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Lanelle Teran @ Grow Through Life Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92131
I utilize evidence-based approaches: CBT, DBT, ACT, MI to deliver compassionate, holistic, and culturally responsive therapy to all ages and diverse backgrounds.
Welcome! I have experience with a wide range of concerns including: stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harming behaviors and other mood disorders. My approach is grounded in a social justice and trauma-informed lens, strength-based, person-centered, and fosters a non-judgmental, affirming environment. My experience includes more than 6 years within community based and outpatient settings working with youth, adults and families.
I utilize evidence-based approaches: CBT, DBT, ACT, MI to deliver compassionate, holistic, and culturally responsive therapy to all ages and diverse backgrounds.
Welcome! I have experience with a wide range of concerns including: stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harming behaviors and other mood disorders. My approach is grounded in a social justice and trauma-informed lens, strength-based, person-centered, and fosters a non-judgmental, affirming environment. My experience includes more than 6 years within community based and outpatient settings working with youth, adults and families.
(858) 295-7639 View (858) 295-7639
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Nancy Phung-Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92120
I am a body-centered therapist who specializes in working with trauma and emotion instability/intensity—this includes interpersonal relationships, depression, anger & anxiety. With this approach, we can get to a deeper understanding of diagnosis like Bipolar, Borderline Personality Disorder, and adult ADHD. Therapy is a two-pong approach: the skills & tools to get you through the day-to-day; and psychodynamic work of getting to the root of the issues (trauma-informed lens). I combine DBT/CBT skills and tools, with EMDR and tenants of IFS to stabilize symptoms, make way for healing, and a deeper understanding & connection to self.
I am a body-centered therapist who specializes in working with trauma and emotion instability/intensity—this includes interpersonal relationships, depression, anger & anxiety. With this approach, we can get to a deeper understanding of diagnosis like Bipolar, Borderline Personality Disorder, and adult ADHD. Therapy is a two-pong approach: the skills & tools to get you through the day-to-day; and psychodynamic work of getting to the root of the issues (trauma-informed lens). I combine DBT/CBT skills and tools, with EMDR and tenants of IFS to stabilize symptoms, make way for healing, and a deeper understanding & connection to self.
(619) 413-9507 View (619) 413-9507
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Marshall Huggins
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103
My approach draws from IFS, ACT, DBT, existential-humanistic therapy, Buddhism, and indigenous spiritual wisdom.
Hey there! I'm Marshall, and my areas of experience include 8+ years in mindfulness, ketamine therapy, psychedelic integration, nature-based therapy, and mental health treatment. My past work in rainforest conservation has also given me an understanding of eco-anxiety and grief. Are you struggling with a difficult transition, overwhelming stress or anxiety, relationship issues? Perhaps a lack of motivation, meaning, or direction, or just feeling stuck? Had a difficult or profound psychedelic journey? You don't have to walk the path alone. I'm here to support you in finding more balance, peace, and connection along the way.
My approach draws from IFS, ACT, DBT, existential-humanistic therapy, Buddhism, and indigenous spiritual wisdom.
Hey there! I'm Marshall, and my areas of experience include 8+ years in mindfulness, ketamine therapy, psychedelic integration, nature-based therapy, and mental health treatment. My past work in rainforest conservation has also given me an understanding of eco-anxiety and grief. Are you struggling with a difficult transition, overwhelming stress or anxiety, relationship issues? Perhaps a lack of motivation, meaning, or direction, or just feeling stuck? Had a difficult or profound psychedelic journey? You don't have to walk the path alone. I'm here to support you in finding more balance, peace, and connection along the way.
(760) 421-5809 View (760) 421-5809
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Holly Siegrist
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
I combine cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, existential-humanistic, and transpersonal therapy approaches.
Hi, I'm Dr. Holly Siegrist. I have 15 years of clinical experience, and I take a strength-based approach. I work with clients on spirituality and meaning-making, creativity, dream analysis, relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress related to disability and other discrimination, grief, chronic illness, losses, and life change. My interests are in social justice, coping with discrimination, health and wellness, and resilience. My therapy style is warm and welcoming. I believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion, and providing a safe space to listen to clients express their thoughts and feelings.
I combine cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, existential-humanistic, and transpersonal therapy approaches.
Hi, I'm Dr. Holly Siegrist. I have 15 years of clinical experience, and I take a strength-based approach. I work with clients on spirituality and meaning-making, creativity, dream analysis, relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, stress related to disability and other discrimination, grief, chronic illness, losses, and life change. My interests are in social justice, coping with discrimination, health and wellness, and resilience. My therapy style is warm and welcoming. I believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion, and providing a safe space to listen to clients express their thoughts and feelings.
(619) 943-2806 View (619) 943-2806
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Neo-Balance Mind Therapy & Recovery
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92102
Welcome to your first step toward healing & recovery! We all know that hurtful emotional experiences, trauma, stress and anger, confidence issues, complex life changes, depression, anxiety, and substance misuse impact our ability to thrive and form healthy relationships. I have acquired many years of behavioral health experience helping people overcome these issues. I have a strengths-focused, skills-based, integrated approach. I also use powerful transformative tools like hypnotic psychotherapy, 3rd wave therapies (DBT, ACT, CBT), EMDR, and other mindful reprocessing, to maximize treatment effects.
Welcome to your first step toward healing & recovery! We all know that hurtful emotional experiences, trauma, stress and anger, confidence issues, complex life changes, depression, anxiety, and substance misuse impact our ability to thrive and form healthy relationships. I have acquired many years of behavioral health experience helping people overcome these issues. I have a strengths-focused, skills-based, integrated approach. I also use powerful transformative tools like hypnotic psychotherapy, 3rd wave therapies (DBT, ACT, CBT), EMDR, and other mindful reprocessing, to maximize treatment effects.
(619) 637-3829 View (619) 637-3829
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B. Andrea Vielma
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, CA LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92109  (Online Only)
This may include CBT, DBT, IFS, EFT, EMDR, and more!.
Feeling confused or stagnant....overwhelmed or uncertain about your next steps? It can be challenging to navigate the chaos around us during difficult periods. As a licensed psychotherapist, change agent, and strategic life coach, my goal is to assist individuals in uncovering the underlying reasons behind their challenges. By gaining fresh perspectives and enhancing self-awareness, I help people find their own new insights and an enhanced understanding of themselves. Through a blend of empathy, understanding, and even a great deal of humor, I guide individuals to overcome the barriers to living their best life.
This may include CBT, DBT, IFS, EFT, EMDR, and more!.
Feeling confused or stagnant....overwhelmed or uncertain about your next steps? It can be challenging to navigate the chaos around us during difficult periods. As a licensed psychotherapist, change agent, and strategic life coach, my goal is to assist individuals in uncovering the underlying reasons behind their challenges. By gaining fresh perspectives and enhancing self-awareness, I help people find their own new insights and an enhanced understanding of themselves. Through a blend of empathy, understanding, and even a great deal of humor, I guide individuals to overcome the barriers to living their best life.
(619) 292-0359 View (619) 292-0359
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Iren Fellegvari
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, LADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
As a life coach I help you to reach your full potential in your business or in your personal life. Biofeedback helps to decrease stress. As a psychologist working with individuals and families I use talk therapy: CBT, DBT, Solution Focused brief therapy or EMDR and ETT, EFT based on the person's choice and comfort level. During my 15 years of praxis I have helped people with anxiety, PTSD, OCD, depression, codependency, sexual, emotional and physical abuse, eating disorder and addictions. Lots of couples regained their love for each other. Teenagers and their parents learnt to solve their problems.
As a life coach I help you to reach your full potential in your business or in your personal life. Biofeedback helps to decrease stress. As a psychologist working with individuals and families I use talk therapy: CBT, DBT, Solution Focused brief therapy or EMDR and ETT, EFT based on the person's choice and comfort level. During my 15 years of praxis I have helped people with anxiety, PTSD, OCD, depression, codependency, sexual, emotional and physical abuse, eating disorder and addictions. Lots of couples regained their love for each other. Teenagers and their parents learnt to solve their problems.
(858) 386-7291 View (858) 386-7291
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Alex Bailey
Counselor, LPCC, MA, CEAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92104
My specialties are in EMDR, IFS, Eastern Psychology, Mindfulness, and more commonly recognized modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT.
I believe in emphasizing one’s own unique spiritual journey as the primary source of knowing; that there is nothing needed to “fix,” but rather an opportunity to explore with newfound curiosity and connection. Collaborating with our natural environment and translating what is discussed in the session into lived experiences is incredibly powerful and useful for sustained growth.
My specialties are in EMDR, IFS, Eastern Psychology, Mindfulness, and more commonly recognized modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT.
I believe in emphasizing one’s own unique spiritual journey as the primary source of knowing; that there is nothing needed to “fix,” but rather an opportunity to explore with newfound curiosity and connection. Collaborating with our natural environment and translating what is discussed in the session into lived experiences is incredibly powerful and useful for sustained growth.
(619) 404-4533 View (619) 404-4533
April L'Heureux
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101
I use Integrative Wellness Therapy, CBT, DBT, and more to treat my patients. Wellness is achieved by a combination of emotional, environmental, mental, physical, spiritual and social health. Trauma is an unpleasant or disturbing experience that makes you feel upset, and/or anxious. That is how we address such trauma, with the use of several powerful modalities.
I use Integrative Wellness Therapy, CBT, DBT, and more to treat my patients. Wellness is achieved by a combination of emotional, environmental, mental, physical, spiritual and social health. Trauma is an unpleasant or disturbing experience that makes you feel upset, and/or anxious. That is how we address such trauma, with the use of several powerful modalities.
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Dr. Nate Altmeyer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92163
Welcome to or welcome back to therapy. Wherever you may be along your journey, seeking out assistance can be challenging and requires courage. In my practice, I primarily work with individuals who desire to build upon the previous work they have done in and out of therapy to better themselves and the world they live in. I use an integrative approach that draws upon the best available science and evidence-based practices to inform a wide range of therapeutic methods for an individualized approach.
Welcome to or welcome back to therapy. Wherever you may be along your journey, seeking out assistance can be challenging and requires courage. In my practice, I primarily work with individuals who desire to build upon the previous work they have done in and out of therapy to better themselves and the world they live in. I use an integrative approach that draws upon the best available science and evidence-based practices to inform a wide range of therapeutic methods for an individualized approach.
(619) 673-7210 View (619) 673-7210
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Veronica Fox
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92123
I understand the importance of resolving interpersonal conflicts and finding solutions for complex stressors. My experience is in working with those struggling with more existential questions like, “What is my purpose in life?” as well as the discomfort that often accompanies these questions. I have over 30 years experience working in the healing field, including clinical hypnotherapy, self-improvement and crisis. My aim is to help those who are motivated to seek healing, purpose, personal and professional development, sustained recovery and a sense of a brighter future. I am passionate about this work, because I love what I do.
I understand the importance of resolving interpersonal conflicts and finding solutions for complex stressors. My experience is in working with those struggling with more existential questions like, “What is my purpose in life?” as well as the discomfort that often accompanies these questions. I have over 30 years experience working in the healing field, including clinical hypnotherapy, self-improvement and crisis. My aim is to help those who are motivated to seek healing, purpose, personal and professional development, sustained recovery and a sense of a brighter future. I am passionate about this work, because I love what I do.
(619) 452-2620 View (619) 452-2620
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Jeff K. Larsen: San Diego's "Cool Counselor"
MA, BCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92105
I am a fun, compassionate, and very easy-to-talk-to counselor. I have helped hundreds of people create better lives for themselves in a short amount of time thanks to good therapy. My work has been featured on FOX5 News, Good Morning San Diego, the CW6, WebMD and The San Diego Union Tribune. I speak both English and some Spanish and have a beautiful office in Mission Valley with lots of free parking to better serve you. Please check out my website...www.coolcounselorsd.com!
I am a fun, compassionate, and very easy-to-talk-to counselor. I have helped hundreds of people create better lives for themselves in a short amount of time thanks to good therapy. My work has been featured on FOX5 News, Good Morning San Diego, the CW6, WebMD and The San Diego Union Tribune. I speak both English and some Spanish and have a beautiful office in Mission Valley with lots of free parking to better serve you. Please check out my website...www.coolcounselorsd.com!
(619) 900-6802 View (619) 900-6802
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Dr. Elowyn Jewell Samadhi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
I believe everyone has an innate healing capacity & through compassion, we can navigate to the other side of shame. I have worked extensively with issues of childhood & adult traumas & how these painful experiences have affected how we relate to ourselves & others. I specialize in working with PTSD, anxiety, depression, & grief, and psychedelic integration. I am especially passionate about working with people who are open & willing to do deep work & interested in somatic therapy. I also enjoy working with those who are interested in using therapy to explore topics like having a life of meaning and spirituality. I work with ages 30+.
I believe everyone has an innate healing capacity & through compassion, we can navigate to the other side of shame. I have worked extensively with issues of childhood & adult traumas & how these painful experiences have affected how we relate to ourselves & others. I specialize in working with PTSD, anxiety, depression, & grief, and psychedelic integration. I am especially passionate about working with people who are open & willing to do deep work & interested in somatic therapy. I also enjoy working with those who are interested in using therapy to explore topics like having a life of meaning and spirituality. I work with ages 30+.
(619) 273-0129 View (619) 273-0129
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Daniel Leone
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92126
I welcome you! My name is Daniel Leone and I work as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My experience is focused mainly on relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma and substance use. Therapy will provide you with the space and safety to talk about your traumas, struggles and concerns without judgement. As a therapist I had the opportunity to work with kids (9 to 12), teens, adults and couples.
I welcome you! My name is Daniel Leone and I work as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My experience is focused mainly on relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma and substance use. Therapy will provide you with the space and safety to talk about your traumas, struggles and concerns without judgement. As a therapist I had the opportunity to work with kids (9 to 12), teens, adults and couples.
(858) 923-5930 View (858) 923-5930
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Gyna Costa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92120  (Online Only)
I am a Latinx therapist and part of the LGBTQIA+ community. I enjoy working with neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+ clients, and/or clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. I can help clients who may be going through life transitions, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, or may be experiencing issues related to acculturation and the emotions that may cause. I have informed my practices around trauma, inclusion, connection, and sense of belonging. I enjoy learning from the people I serve and provide care to. I believe that developing a good therapeutic connection is key to a successful treatment.
I am a Latinx therapist and part of the LGBTQIA+ community. I enjoy working with neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+ clients, and/or clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. I can help clients who may be going through life transitions, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, or may be experiencing issues related to acculturation and the emotions that may cause. I have informed my practices around trauma, inclusion, connection, and sense of belonging. I enjoy learning from the people I serve and provide care to. I believe that developing a good therapeutic connection is key to a successful treatment.
(619) 648-5142 View (619) 648-5142
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Diane Lass
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92107
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist located in the Ocean Beach and Palm Desert area. I provide individual and couples therapy as well as empowerment support groups. My approach is non-judgmental and compassionate. I believe we can all use support at various times throughout our lives. Change can be difficult. Even positive changes can bring about uncertainties. My focus is on the whole person: mind, body and spirit.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist located in the Ocean Beach and Palm Desert area. I provide individual and couples therapy as well as empowerment support groups. My approach is non-judgmental and compassionate. I believe we can all use support at various times throughout our lives. Change can be difficult. Even positive changes can bring about uncertainties. My focus is on the whole person: mind, body and spirit.
(619) 493-4402 View (619) 493-4402
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Skyler White
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92123
It is possible to create lasting change and build the life you want for yourself. In today’s on-the-go culture, it’s easy to feel swept up in the current of productivity and success, leaving little room to slow down, replenish, and heal. This often results in overwhelming stress, anxiety, or depression that interferes with holistic wellness, happiness, and experience of being. With compassion, curiosity, and a non-judgmental approach, I can help you develop skills to ride the tides of your emotional waves instead of being swept into the storm that brews when attempting to numb, avoid, repress, or deny feelings.
It is possible to create lasting change and build the life you want for yourself. In today’s on-the-go culture, it’s easy to feel swept up in the current of productivity and success, leaving little room to slow down, replenish, and heal. This often results in overwhelming stress, anxiety, or depression that interferes with holistic wellness, happiness, and experience of being. With compassion, curiosity, and a non-judgmental approach, I can help you develop skills to ride the tides of your emotional waves instead of being swept into the storm that brews when attempting to numb, avoid, repress, or deny feelings.
(619) 737-1852 View (619) 737-1852
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Julia Mendoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92110  (Online Only)
Hello I'm Julia Mendoza, a therapist providing therapy throughout the state of California. I have experience working with children and adults, in the areas of depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, LGBT+ issues, OCD, personality disorders, family problems, relationship and partner conflict, and traumas. I truly enjoy helping others and I have been told that I am funny, genuine, open-minded, and a good listener. Se habla Español!
Hello I'm Julia Mendoza, a therapist providing therapy throughout the state of California. I have experience working with children and adults, in the areas of depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, LGBT+ issues, OCD, personality disorders, family problems, relationship and partner conflict, and traumas. I truly enjoy helping others and I have been told that I am funny, genuine, open-minded, and a good listener. Se habla Español!
(951) 438-7873 View (951) 438-7873
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Starr MacKinnon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
Do you have difficulty keeping up with the demands of life? Do you feel disconnected or down? Does it seem like your mind is often running away with worry? Are you going through a change and could use some guidance? You're not alone and I'd like to help! You and I both know that over time, life can get away from us. I can help you find new ways of living and being that reduce stress and struggle, while enhancing meaning, purpose, and enjoyment of life.
Do you have difficulty keeping up with the demands of life? Do you feel disconnected or down? Does it seem like your mind is often running away with worry? Are you going through a change and could use some guidance? You're not alone and I'd like to help! You and I both know that over time, life can get away from us. I can help you find new ways of living and being that reduce stress and struggle, while enhancing meaning, purpose, and enjoyment of life.
(619) 916-4128 View (619) 916-4128
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Yang Jiang
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Yang. And I'm here to help you heal from self-abandonment and emotional dysregulation. Self-abandonment occurs when we struggle to stand up for our needs and live by our authentic values; often, we don't even know what they are. Those who struggle with self-abandonment don't feel like they know who they really are, and what they want, and often feel directionless and ungrounded. We feel small, afraid, anxious, aggressive and dependent on others. In particular, I specialize in helping adults who grew up with Asian immigrant parents, or adults from controlling/intense/codependent relationships gain back a sense of self.
Hi, I'm Yang. And I'm here to help you heal from self-abandonment and emotional dysregulation. Self-abandonment occurs when we struggle to stand up for our needs and live by our authentic values; often, we don't even know what they are. Those who struggle with self-abandonment don't feel like they know who they really are, and what they want, and often feel directionless and ungrounded. We feel small, afraid, anxious, aggressive and dependent on others. In particular, I specialize in helping adults who grew up with Asian immigrant parents, or adults from controlling/intense/codependent relationships gain back a sense of self.
(619) 586-6615 View (619) 586-6615

Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists

Who is DBT for?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.

Why do people need DBT?

The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.

What happens in DBT?

Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

How long does DBT last?

Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.