Therapists in West University Heights, San Diego, CA

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Dr. Mark Gregory Karris
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
Dr. Mark Gregory Karris, located in San Diego, is a marriage and family therapist renowned for his expertise in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) along with various other cutting-edge methods aimed at enhancing couple's connections and overcoming relational hurdles. Therapy is meticulously customized to the distinct needs of the couple, leveraging his broad background as a university professor, author, researcher, and workshop leader. Renowned for his exceptional skill in addressing complex relationship dynamics, Dr. Karris holds a stellar reputation in the field. Reach out to him today!
Dr. Mark Gregory Karris, located in San Diego, is a marriage and family therapist renowned for his expertise in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) along with various other cutting-edge methods aimed at enhancing couple's connections and overcoming relational hurdles. Therapy is meticulously customized to the distinct needs of the couple, leveraging his broad background as a university professor, author, researcher, and workshop leader. Renowned for his exceptional skill in addressing complex relationship dynamics, Dr. Karris holds a stellar reputation in the field. Reach out to him today!
(619) 492-3775 View (619) 492-3775
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Sean Brannan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
Sean Brannan is a certified Cognitive Behavioral Hypnotherapist (CHt), & Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT#106207), specializing in hypnotherapy and relationship counseling. He works with men, women, couples, young adults and children. His work helps facilitate powerful life changes focused on the creation of a more meaningful, fulfilling life. "Our life's experiences are determined by a continual interaction of our mind, bodies, spirit, emotions, and relationships. Awareness and acceptance of these aspects of who we are is the key to creating an amazing life's journey".
Sean Brannan is a certified Cognitive Behavioral Hypnotherapist (CHt), & Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT#106207), specializing in hypnotherapy and relationship counseling. He works with men, women, couples, young adults and children. His work helps facilitate powerful life changes focused on the creation of a more meaningful, fulfilling life. "Our life's experiences are determined by a continual interaction of our mind, bodies, spirit, emotions, and relationships. Awareness and acceptance of these aspects of who we are is the key to creating an amazing life's journey".
(619) 717-8591 View (619) 717-8591
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BKO Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
"Are you ready for a NEW relationship with your thoughts and feelings?" Creating a new awareness of self in relationship to the world around you increases your ability to maintain focus and direction. Developing new relationships with your thoughts & feelings is what Mindfulness-Based therapy is about. As a licensed therapist, I use Mindfulness-based counseling processes to assist people in coping with the struggles of daily life. I have an integrative approach to counseling, focusing on your needs and concerns. I look forward to assisting you to discover more about you!
"Are you ready for a NEW relationship with your thoughts and feelings?" Creating a new awareness of self in relationship to the world around you increases your ability to maintain focus and direction. Developing new relationships with your thoughts & feelings is what Mindfulness-Based therapy is about. As a licensed therapist, I use Mindfulness-based counseling processes to assist people in coping with the struggles of daily life. I have an integrative approach to counseling, focusing on your needs and concerns. I look forward to assisting you to discover more about you!
(619) 377-8869 View (619) 377-8869
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Luke Schlimme
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
When life gets tough, whether it's anxiety or depression or relationship dissatisfaction, it can feel overwhelming. It is often an internal wake-up call to reach for support and receive help from others in order to cope effectively.
When life gets tough, whether it's anxiety or depression or relationship dissatisfaction, it can feel overwhelming. It is often an internal wake-up call to reach for support and receive help from others in order to cope effectively.
(619) 637-3109 View (619) 637-3109
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Dan Vaci
Marriage & Family Therapist, Aetna, United, Optum, Cigna
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
When life gets tough, it forces us to look for ways to change, heal and grow. It helps to have somebody walk with us through these challenging periods. Let's see if we can get your life and your relationships back on the right track. There was a time when you felt more fully connected, more confident, less anxious & better able to move through those stuck places. It's time to break those old patterns that hold you back from realizing your full potential. Let's work together to create the life changes you've been wanting. You deserve it! I am In-Network with Aetna, Optum, United Healthcare and Cigna.
When life gets tough, it forces us to look for ways to change, heal and grow. It helps to have somebody walk with us through these challenging periods. Let's see if we can get your life and your relationships back on the right track. There was a time when you felt more fully connected, more confident, less anxious & better able to move through those stuck places. It's time to break those old patterns that hold you back from realizing your full potential. Let's work together to create the life changes you've been wanting. You deserve it! I am In-Network with Aetna, Optum, United Healthcare and Cigna.
(619) 458-3875 View (619) 458-3875
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Gregory E. Koch
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
My goal is for you to feel seen, heard, and valued. Believing deeply in the power of positive human connection, we can learn the most about ourselves in the context of meaningful relationships. Conflict in romantic relationships is an opportunity for profound and powerful growth, learning, and healing. I welcome clients of all genders, sexualities, and relationship diversity. Using Imago Relationship Therapy, couples learn invaluable tools and techniques to enhance closeness in relationships and teach partners how to resolve conflicts while maintaining a deep sense of connection.
My goal is for you to feel seen, heard, and valued. Believing deeply in the power of positive human connection, we can learn the most about ourselves in the context of meaningful relationships. Conflict in romantic relationships is an opportunity for profound and powerful growth, learning, and healing. I welcome clients of all genders, sexualities, and relationship diversity. Using Imago Relationship Therapy, couples learn invaluable tools and techniques to enhance closeness in relationships and teach partners how to resolve conflicts while maintaining a deep sense of connection.
(858) 428-2962 View (858) 428-2962
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Robert Hirsch
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
As a psychologist and personal coach, I view my work as a collaborative process where I join my client in defining and moving toward his or her goals and individual journey. At the heart of a strong therapeutic alliance are real trust, non-judgment and the balance of support and challenge. My own 20-year journey in practice has enabled me to more fully understand each of these important attributes. I believe that my role isn't to have the right answers, but is about having the right questions. My work remains one of the passions in my life.
As a psychologist and personal coach, I view my work as a collaborative process where I join my client in defining and moving toward his or her goals and individual journey. At the heart of a strong therapeutic alliance are real trust, non-judgment and the balance of support and challenge. My own 20-year journey in practice has enabled me to more fully understand each of these important attributes. I believe that my role isn't to have the right answers, but is about having the right questions. My work remains one of the passions in my life.
(760) 285-0083 View (760) 285-0083
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Todd Rubie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92116
Love, connection, and safety are the sources by which all relationships and individuals thrive. My wholehearted pursuit as a therapist is to welcome individuals and couples into an environment constructed and bound by these foundational needs. I believe our most significant relationships sculpt not only how we see the world but also how we see ourselves.
Love, connection, and safety are the sources by which all relationships and individuals thrive. My wholehearted pursuit as a therapist is to welcome individuals and couples into an environment constructed and bound by these foundational needs. I believe our most significant relationships sculpt not only how we see the world but also how we see ourselves.
(619) 393-6871 View (619) 393-6871
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Kevin Fawcett
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92108
I applaud your willingness to take this first and courageous step. Making the decision to begin therapy can be extremely difficult but the result can be highly rewarding--and life changing. I provide therapy services for adolescents, adults, couples, and families struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, and many other life or relationship problems. Though I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, I have developed a passion and distinctive skill set for working with the college-aged/young adult population and their unique issues, finding that the work I am doing has not only been highly effective but also rewarding.
I applaud your willingness to take this first and courageous step. Making the decision to begin therapy can be extremely difficult but the result can be highly rewarding--and life changing. I provide therapy services for adolescents, adults, couples, and families struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, and many other life or relationship problems. Though I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, I have developed a passion and distinctive skill set for working with the college-aged/young adult population and their unique issues, finding that the work I am doing has not only been highly effective but also rewarding.
(619) 722-3233 View (619) 722-3233
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Leo Shapiro, MA, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
West University Heights, San Diego, CA 92116
Are you looking for a professional in psychotherapy who is able to meet your essential needs, provide secure environment and make you feel calmer and safer? I will help you explore, identify, understand, and vent a source of your emotional pain. Through calming, distraction and trance inducing techniques we will overcome distressing feelings, intrusive and fearful thoughts, and decrease your conscious attention. I will help you develop more serenity and better insight into your past and present mental-emotional experience. Your ultimate goal will be to instill hope, make a peace with yourself and the surrounding environment.
Are you looking for a professional in psychotherapy who is able to meet your essential needs, provide secure environment and make you feel calmer and safer? I will help you explore, identify, understand, and vent a source of your emotional pain. Through calming, distraction and trance inducing techniques we will overcome distressing feelings, intrusive and fearful thoughts, and decrease your conscious attention. I will help you develop more serenity and better insight into your past and present mental-emotional experience. Your ultimate goal will be to instill hope, make a peace with yourself and the surrounding environment.
(619) 683-5774 View (619) 683-5774

Online Therapists

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J. Wendell Perkins
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT , Trainee
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92121
I am invested in providing compassionate support to you around relationships, job, and family life.
I specialize in helping people transform their lives. I embrace diversity and welcome any relationship into the room. I have specific training in strengthening couples, mixed families and friendships. I am currently ONLY offering affordable relational counseling. This includes any two or more persons in any kind of relationship. I love helping those who appear to function well, but struggle with depression, shame and anxiety. My status as a trainee ensures that you will have multiple therapist minds collaborating to ensure the best possible treatment.
I am invested in providing compassionate support to you around relationships, job, and family life.
I specialize in helping people transform their lives. I embrace diversity and welcome any relationship into the room. I have specific training in strengthening couples, mixed families and friendships. I am currently ONLY offering affordable relational counseling. This includes any two or more persons in any kind of relationship. I love helping those who appear to function well, but struggle with depression, shame and anxiety. My status as a trainee ensures that you will have multiple therapist minds collaborating to ensure the best possible treatment.
(858) 428-2212 View (858) 428-2212
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Jose Cherbowsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92121
In therapeutic processes, counselors and patients are challenged to create a platform that encourages change and enhances the quality of life. Counseling is a unique opportunity to build an "internal kaleidoscope" that helps us see and understand life in multiple ways. . I offer bilingual (English/Spanish) services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. The techniques I use include a combination of theoretical perspectives such as psychoanalytic, existentialist, and expressive art therapy. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist .Certification: Expressive Arts Therapy (UCSD) Training: Group Psychotherapist (AMPAG) . I look forward to working with you.!
In therapeutic processes, counselors and patients are challenged to create a platform that encourages change and enhances the quality of life. Counseling is a unique opportunity to build an "internal kaleidoscope" that helps us see and understand life in multiple ways. . I offer bilingual (English/Spanish) services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. The techniques I use include a combination of theoretical perspectives such as psychoanalytic, existentialist, and expressive art therapy. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist .Certification: Expressive Arts Therapy (UCSD) Training: Group Psychotherapist (AMPAG) . I look forward to working with you.!
(760) 600-5580 View (760) 600-5580
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Adrian Reveles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129
My name is Adrian Reveles. I am a compassionate, seasoned, and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I specialize in reducing negative symptoms and behaviors stemming from traumatic experiences, grief & loss, substance abuse, work stress, partner/marital conflict, family conflict, and family stress due to gang involvement and substance abuse. I work with clients via telehealth, serving many populations, cultures, and groups. I aim to help (YOU) move forward through healing, learning how to manage anxiety, empowering (YOU), and psycho-education.
My name is Adrian Reveles. I am a compassionate, seasoned, and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I specialize in reducing negative symptoms and behaviors stemming from traumatic experiences, grief & loss, substance abuse, work stress, partner/marital conflict, family conflict, and family stress due to gang involvement and substance abuse. I work with clients via telehealth, serving many populations, cultures, and groups. I aim to help (YOU) move forward through healing, learning how to manage anxiety, empowering (YOU), and psycho-education.
(858) 267-4609 View (858) 267-4609
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Reza Hadavi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92117
Hi, my name is Reza Hadavi, a licensed male marriage and family therapist. My approach to therapy at the foundation is client-centered, which means I have unconditional positive regard for my clients and thus create a nurturing space in which to thrive and overcome mental health challenges.
Hi, my name is Reza Hadavi, a licensed male marriage and family therapist. My approach to therapy at the foundation is client-centered, which means I have unconditional positive regard for my clients and thus create a nurturing space in which to thrive and overcome mental health challenges.
(626) 779-9230 View (626) 779-9230
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Jeffrey Saylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92115  (Online Only)
Life is full of challenges that we are not always prepared to manage. I offer an integrative approach to manage those challenges. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with individuals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. My goal is to help you to better manage life and everything that comes with it. My approach is nonjudgmental and collaborative, working together to determine meaningful goals, while identifying the steps to achieve those goals. I strive to empowered others to find solutions and manage life with greater understanding and acceptance.
Life is full of challenges that we are not always prepared to manage. I offer an integrative approach to manage those challenges. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with individuals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. My goal is to help you to better manage life and everything that comes with it. My approach is nonjudgmental and collaborative, working together to determine meaningful goals, while identifying the steps to achieve those goals. I strive to empowered others to find solutions and manage life with greater understanding and acceptance.
(619) 536-1468 View (619) 536-1468
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Shih Chiang Tang
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
Therapy is about your vision for how you would like life to be and the person you would like to embody. Hello, my name is Shih Chiang Tang, and I am a first-generation Chinese/Taiwanese-American Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). I was raised in multiple cultures within and outside of the United States, and my therapeutic ideas reflect my diverse background. I believe in a collaborative and strength-based therapeutic approach. My goal is to utilize each individual’s innate ability to pursue a meaningful life in a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic environment.
Therapy is about your vision for how you would like life to be and the person you would like to embody. Hello, my name is Shih Chiang Tang, and I am a first-generation Chinese/Taiwanese-American Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). I was raised in multiple cultures within and outside of the United States, and my therapeutic ideas reflect my diverse background. I believe in a collaborative and strength-based therapeutic approach. My goal is to utilize each individual’s innate ability to pursue a meaningful life in a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic environment.
(858) 251-9750 View (858) 251-9750
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R. Clarke Heyes
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108  (Online Only)
Do you find yourself at a crossroad? Are you wondering what you want to do, who you want to be, or how you want to be seen by others? Maybe, you find yourself stuck -- feeling like you have few or no options, or possibly, with too many options. Or maybe, you are trying to figure out which of the many ideas shared with you by your family, friends, co-workers or the world are ideas that you want for yourself. If so, these tough questions can have significant effects on your thoughts, health, and wellbeing. I am interested in helping you map the possibilities for your life, identify your skills that can help get you there, and
Do you find yourself at a crossroad? Are you wondering what you want to do, who you want to be, or how you want to be seen by others? Maybe, you find yourself stuck -- feeling like you have few or no options, or possibly, with too many options. Or maybe, you are trying to figure out which of the many ideas shared with you by your family, friends, co-workers or the world are ideas that you want for yourself. If so, these tough questions can have significant effects on your thoughts, health, and wellbeing. I am interested in helping you map the possibilities for your life, identify your skills that can help get you there, and
(858) 943-0657 View (858) 943-0657
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Peter Roussos
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92130  (Online Only)
I work with adults and in individual, couple, and adults and adolescents in family therapy.
Are you stuck feeling disappointed, hurt, lonely, or betrayed? Are you confused about what you want in your life? Are you unhappy and unsure of how to make positive changes in your relationships? Do you want to make your life more satisfying? I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and AASECT certified Sex Therapist. I help people change behaviors and have more satisfying lives and relationships. I help couples improve intimacy and connection, and heal from hurt, disappointment, betrayal and other violations of trust. I help families improve communication, collaboration, and problem solving, and feel more connected to each other.
I work with adults and in individual, couple, and adults and adolescents in family therapy.
Are you stuck feeling disappointed, hurt, lonely, or betrayed? Are you confused about what you want in your life? Are you unhappy and unsure of how to make positive changes in your relationships? Do you want to make your life more satisfying? I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and AASECT certified Sex Therapist. I help people change behaviors and have more satisfying lives and relationships. I help couples improve intimacy and connection, and heal from hurt, disappointment, betrayal and other violations of trust. I help families improve communication, collaboration, and problem solving, and feel more connected to each other.
(858) 367-0946 View (858) 367-0946
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Dr. Ric Torres
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
Hello! I'm a licensed counseling psychologist offering individual psychotherapy to California residents. I currently specialize in working with adults who seek help for relational problems, family issues, and life transitions. I also have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, and stress.
Hello! I'm a licensed counseling psychologist offering individual psychotherapy to California residents. I currently specialize in working with adults who seek help for relational problems, family issues, and life transitions. I also have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, and stress.
(619) 759-7964 View (619) 759-7964
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Travis Harleston
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92114
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in individuals, couples, families, and teens.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in individuals, couples, families, and teens.
(619) 815-7446 View (619) 815-7446

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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.