Dr. Emily
Psychologist, PsyD (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
7 Endorsed
Let's Connect (858) 567-1780

From the outside it looks like you have it all handled. But behind the scenes you are exhausted by anxiety, burnout, and the complexities of relationships. You are high achieving and thoughtful, yet you feel stuck in cycles of overthinking and perfectionism that leave you drained. Whether you are navigating a high pressure career or the emotional weight of infertility and postpartum, you carry a heavy mental load. You want more than just to get through the day. You want real, lasting change, stronger boundaries, and the ability to feel grounded and confident in your own life.
As a licensed clinical psychologist with doctoral training, I bring a deeper focus on underlying patterns while also addressing symptom relief. I use a psychodynamic and attachment focused approach to help you understand how your past shapes your present. Together we explore thoughts, emotions, and relationships to break cycles and create lasting change.
The goal is not just relief but stepping into a future self that feels more aligned, resilient, and in charge of your life. I work collaboratively so you can finally feel like yourself again. I currently have immediate openings and return all inquiries within 24 hours. Reach out for a free consultation to begin your journey.
Call or Email Dr. Emily Essid now for a free 15 minute consultation - (858) 567-1780
Let's Connect (858) 567-1780

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $260
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Medicare
- Out of Network
Dr. Emily Essid
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 567-1780
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY34868 Emily Essid
- In Practice for 8 years
- Attended Alliant International University , Psy.D in Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2022
- License: Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation 071.011377 / 2025
- Certificate from Fertility Counseling Postgraduate Course/ Kristy Koser, PhD and Laura Covington, PhD 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Dr. Emily Essid
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 567-1780
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Depression
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Burnout
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Infertility
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Dr. Emily Essid
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 567-1780
7 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
French
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
I also speak
French
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Culturally Sensitive
- Multicultural
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Trauma Focused
Dr. Emily Essid
Psychologist, PsyD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 567-1780