Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC
Family Connections Therapy, Inc.
LMFT, LPCC

Family Connections Therapy, Inc.

LMFT, LPCC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
11590 West Bernardo Court, Ste 240, San Diego, CA 92127
Let's Connect (858) 879-3515
Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC
Does your child say, “You don’t understand” or completely ignores your requests? Do you feel powerless and frustrated that consequences don’t seem to work anymore on your child? We help to empower your family with new ways of communicating and relating, so harmony is restored. Kids need to feel heard and that what they think matters. Children often feel like no adult is listening, at school or at home. We help to give both children and parents a voice, which often calms the chaos. Children and teenagers need help learning how to express their needs in a way that their parents can hear them.
We help people reconnect within their families or relationships. It’s important to feel safe with those in your inner circle: it’s the essence of what we need to be secure individuals. Our hope is to you to decrease your stress and increase ways to battle the outside chaos in your life.
Our Mission is to help kids and families learn to work well together, find deeper healing, and to empower our community through effective mental health services, one family at a time. Together, we can help children and families live happier, healthier lives.
Call or Family Connections Therapy, Inc. now for a free 15 minute consultation - (858) 879-3515

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

11590 West Bernardo Court

Ste 240

San Diego, CA 92127 map

(858) 879-3515
We're here for you! We are accepting new Clients: In person or tele-therapy for toddlers, children, teenagers, families, and adults.
I specialize in Child, Family Conflict and Parenting 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (858) 879-3515
Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

11590 West Bernardo Court

Ste 240

San Diego, CA 92127 map

(858) 879-3515
We're here for you! We are accepting new Clients: In person or tele-therapy for toddlers, children, teenagers, families, and adults.
I specialize in Child, Family Conflict and Parenting 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $400

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Superbill for Out of Network
  • Out of Network
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We provide superbills for our out-of-network clients. Please reach out with any questions.
Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC
Family Connections Therapy, Inc.
LMFT, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 879-3515
"
We provide superbills for our out-of-network clients. Please reach out with any questions.
Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC
Family Connections Therapy, Inc.
LMFT, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 879-3515

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 33027 Cathy Himlin
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • Attended University of Southern California, Graduated 1991
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from CAMFT
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We have experience and training to work with children and teens of all ages (0 to 18 years), families and adults. We especially support parents and children in high conflict custody disputes and offer court involved family therapy.
Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC
Family Connections Therapy, Inc.
LMFT, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 879-3515
"
We have experience and training to work with children and teens of all ages (0 to 18 years), families and adults. We especially support parents and children in high conflict custody disputes and offer court involved family therapy.
Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC
Family Connections Therapy, Inc.
LMFT, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 879-3515

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Child
  • Family Conflict
  • Parenting

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Body Image
  • Coping Skills
  • Court ordered therapy: Dependency/Family Law Court
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Divorce support for children and their families
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
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We work with children and parents who are struggling with issues surrounding: trauma, acting out behaviors, and parent-child attachment. We offer support to parents in between their child's sessions as we develop a treatment plan to support the family at home or school. Parents are an essential part of treatment and are included in the process while balancing a child's confidentiality.
Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC
Family Connections Therapy, Inc.
LMFT, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 879-3515
"
We work with children and parents who are struggling with issues surrounding: trauma, acting out behaviors, and parent-child attachment. We offer support to parents in between their child's sessions as we develop a treatment plan to support the family at home or school. Parents are an essential part of treatment and are included in the process while balancing a child's confidentiality.
Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC
Family Connections Therapy, Inc.
LMFT, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 879-3515

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Child Centered Court Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family Systems
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Play Therapy
  • Play Therapy, EFT, EFFT,
  • Sandplay
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Our focus at FCT is to address children's and teens' issues by strengthening their coping skills and supporting parents in implementing healthy strategies to decrease family tension. We teach parents attachment and positive parenting tools as needed. We take a holistic approach and recognize the important role parents have in their children's lives at home.
Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC
Family Connections Therapy, Inc.
LMFT, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 879-3515
"
Our focus at FCT is to address children's and teens' issues by strengthening their coping skills and supporting parents in implementing healthy strategies to decrease family tension. We teach parents attachment and positive parenting tools as needed. We take a holistic approach and recognize the important role parents have in their children's lives at home.
Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC
Family Connections Therapy, Inc.
LMFT, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 879-3515

Location

Primary Location

11590 West Bernardo Court

Ste 240

San Diego, CA 92127

(858) 879-3515
"
We're here for you! We are accepting new Clients: In person or tele-therapy for toddlers, children, teenagers, families, and adults.
Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC
Family Connections Therapy, Inc.
LMFT, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (858) 879-3515
"
We're here for you! We are accepting new Clients: In person or tele-therapy for toddlers, children, teenagers, families, and adults.
Photo of Cathy Himlin - Family Connections Therapy, Inc., LMFT, LPCC
Family Connections Therapy, Inc.
LMFT, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (858) 879-3515