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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT

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Vista, CA 92084
Greetings! As a licensed MFT, my career continues to evolve as science and technology transform the behavioral health field. I have provided services to a culturally-diverse population across Southern California since 2004, including ten years with Riverside County in the desert region after graduating from Antioch University in 2005 with an M.A. degree in clinical psychology. I specialize in adults with addiction-recovery issues, LGBT+ patients, phase of life problems, and couples (limited). For insured clients: I work with two provider platforms, Headway and Rula (Path). Please email me directly for additional information!
My approach to therapy is eclectic in nature. First and foremost, I provide and deliver client-centered treatment, utilizing a variety of modalities including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, and solution-focused interventions to address issues such as mood disorders, trauma, grief/loss and other life challenges which may arise.
I endeavor to provide all my patients with a safe, warm, supportive and empowering environment which will allow us to find solutions together for whatever issues are impairing your quality of life. You are worthy of having a FULL life with freedom, support, and love around you! I look forward to meeting you and helping you along your journey!
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Vista, CA 92084

I see clients via video platform (Zoom), Mon-Fri from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m (Pacific) with some limited flexibility for evenings and weekends.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Connect with Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Vista, CA 92084

I see clients via video platform (Zoom), Mon-Fri from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m (Pacific) with some limited flexibility for evenings and weekends.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Venmo, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Health Net
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • TriWest
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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For insured clients: I work with two provider platforms, Headway and Rula (formerly Path). I also do make accommodations for out-of-network clients and clients in need of sliding-scale fees. Please email me directly for additional information!
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
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For insured clients: I work with two provider platforms, Headway and Rula (formerly Path). I also do make accommodations for out-of-network clients and clients in need of sliding-scale fees. Please email me directly for additional information!
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
with questions.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 46560 Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 22 years
  • Attended Antioch University Los Angeles, M.A. Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2005

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: California Board of Behavioral Sciences 46560 / 2008
  • Membership with CAMFT 78035 / 2004
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10 years in the public mental health system was the foundation for me acquiring my skills to treat a variety of mental health issues via individual and group therapy, providing services to underserved, high-acuity patients. I ran a small private practice concurrently from 2009 to 2016.
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
with questions.
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10 years in the public mental health system was the foundation for me acquiring my skills to treat a variety of mental health issues via individual and group therapy, providing services to underserved, high-acuity patients. I ran a small private practice concurrently from 2009 to 2016.
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
with questions.

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Couples Therapy
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Sexual/Love Addiction and Compulsivity
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I see adult clients with mood disorders (anxiety/depression), substance use/addiction problems, and phase of life issues (work stressors, family problems, health challenges, aging, grief/loss/transitions). Over the course of treatment, I partner with the patient to come up with solution-focused action plans geared towards symptom reduction, developing coping skills and building external supports.
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
with questions.
"
I see adult clients with mood disorders (anxiety/depression), substance use/addiction problems, and phase of life issues (work stressors, family problems, health challenges, aging, grief/loss/transitions). Over the course of treatment, I partner with the patient to come up with solution-focused action plans geared towards symptom reduction, developing coping skills and building external supports.
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
with questions.

2 Endorsements

Lisa Krekler
Lisa Krekler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW, MSW
Eliott is an amazingly knowledgeable, experienced and compassionate therapist. Whatever brings you into therapy, he will work with you to get to the root of the issue, allowing you to live your best life.
Osun Yoo
Osun Yoo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Elihu has such a warm and welcoming style, his humor and sincerity shines through in his work!

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Recovery-Model Therapy (addiction)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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For clients struggling with mood dysregulation and other phase-of-life issues, I employ CBT and DBT techniques to increase perception/awareness, while developing stronger coping skills to manage peak stressors/conflicts. CBT is also a key component of helping clients recover from substance use and other addictive behaviors, in addition to developing supports within the recovery community.
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
with questions.
"
For clients struggling with mood dysregulation and other phase-of-life issues, I employ CBT and DBT techniques to increase perception/awareness, while developing stronger coping skills to manage peak stressors/conflicts. CBT is also a key component of helping clients recover from substance use and other addictive behaviors, in addition to developing supports within the recovery community.
Photo of Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
with questions.

Location

Primary Location

Vista, CA 92084

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I see clients via video platform (Zoom), Mon-Fri from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m (Pacific) with some limited flexibility for evenings and weekends.
Photo of Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
"
I see clients via video platform (Zoom), Mon-Fri from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m (Pacific) with some limited flexibility for evenings and weekends.
Photo of Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT