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Carol Swanson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California and Arizona. I specialize in childhood trauma, family relationships, and life stressors. My approach is client-centered. I believe everyone has personal strengths they can use to overcome any obstacles. I will collaborate with you to identify those strengths and help guide you to live a fulfilling life. I have extensive experience working with adults who are working through their own childhood traumas. I use the humanistic approach of therapy to meet you where you are in life. I will not judge you, I will only support you and help lead you to live the life you want.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California and Arizona. I specialize in childhood trauma, family relationships, and life stressors. My approach is client-centered. I believe everyone has personal strengths they can use to overcome any obstacles. I will collaborate with you to identify those strengths and help guide you to live a fulfilling life. I have extensive experience working with adults who are working through their own childhood traumas. I use the humanistic approach of therapy to meet you where you are in life. I will not judge you, I will only support you and help lead you to live the life you want.
(760) 313-3257 View (760) 313-3257
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Jennifer Kelly
CAC
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024  (Online Only)
I work with all members of the family system to heal the family as a whole.
Presently, my main focus has been the placement of adolescents and young adults who have fallen behind in school and have displayed behavioral problems at home and in school.
I work with all members of the family system to heal the family as a whole.
Presently, my main focus has been the placement of adolescents and young adults who have fallen behind in school and have displayed behavioral problems at home and in school.
(760) 254-0838 View (760) 254-0838
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Barbara Stanforth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCHT
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
Are you worried about your child? Is he/she defiant/aggressive or avoidant? Sometimes parents feel something is wrong yet can’t pinpoint a specific problem. I have had great success in helping parents with these problems. When you feel like you have tried everything possible and don't know what to do next, it's time to call a professional. I can help restore harmony to your family!
Are you worried about your child? Is he/she defiant/aggressive or avoidant? Sometimes parents feel something is wrong yet can’t pinpoint a specific problem. I have had great success in helping parents with these problems. When you feel like you have tried everything possible and don't know what to do next, it's time to call a professional. I can help restore harmony to your family!
(760) 654-6868 View (760) 654-6868
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Angie Rosenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MT-BC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024  (Online Only)
Angie is an approved supervisor, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, holds a M.
LMFT Supervisor. Offering Telehealth for individuals, couples, and families. Angie believes in empowering health and preventative medicine. She will review aspects such as medical health, diet, physical activity/exercise, relationships, family, and goals for well-being. Angie believes in a strength and wellness based approach, creating ease, health, and wellness for her clients.
Angie is an approved supervisor, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, holds a M.
LMFT Supervisor. Offering Telehealth for individuals, couples, and families. Angie believes in empowering health and preventative medicine. She will review aspects such as medical health, diet, physical activity/exercise, relationships, family, and goals for well-being. Angie believes in a strength and wellness based approach, creating ease, health, and wellness for her clients.
(619) 404-5798 View (619) 404-5798
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Jacob Sadan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Emotion Fit serving people in the grater San Diego, California area. My goal is to support you on your journey towards understanding and growth. With warmth and experience, I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families, helping to navigate life's challenges together. My practice also extends to serving seniors, diverse ethnic communities, and individuals of faith, ensuring a culturally open and inclusive therapeutic environment for all. My diverse ethic background especially allows me to connect with individuals from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Emotion Fit serving people in the grater San Diego, California area. My goal is to support you on your journey towards understanding and growth. With warmth and experience, I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families, helping to navigate life's challenges together. My practice also extends to serving seniors, diverse ethnic communities, and individuals of faith, ensuring a culturally open and inclusive therapeutic environment for all. My diverse ethic background especially allows me to connect with individuals from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
(760) 437-2071 View (760) 437-2071
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Tray Thomason
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
I offer a 15-min free phone consultation to help you determine if I might be the right fit for you and your family.
Congratulations on starting your journey to improved well-being! My name is Emmett "Tray" Thomason, and I aim to provide a therapeutic relationship that honors and empowers your decision to make positive changes! I enjoy working with adults, teens, couples, and families, and use a variety of of therapeutic techniques to help you improve your functioning and better understand yourself.
I offer a 15-min free phone consultation to help you determine if I might be the right fit for you and your family.
Congratulations on starting your journey to improved well-being! My name is Emmett "Tray" Thomason, and I aim to provide a therapeutic relationship that honors and empowers your decision to make positive changes! I enjoy working with adults, teens, couples, and families, and use a variety of of therapeutic techniques to help you improve your functioning and better understand yourself.
(760) 530-4702 View (760) 530-4702
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Lara Zawacki
MA, CAGS, LEP, PPS
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
I would love to work with you and your family in your process of educational, cognitive, social, and emotional growth.
Neurodiversity is the new norm and I am here to help you navigate your journey. It is important to understand the root causes of one's difficulties before wasting time and money on unsuccessful interventions. Proper assessment and diagnosis are the first step in understanding the most effective treatments and research-based recommendations at home and school. With this informed perspective, one can pursue accommodations and support from preschool through post-graduate pursuits.
I would love to work with you and your family in your process of educational, cognitive, social, and emotional growth.
Neurodiversity is the new norm and I am here to help you navigate your journey. It is important to understand the root causes of one's difficulties before wasting time and money on unsuccessful interventions. Proper assessment and diagnosis are the first step in understanding the most effective treatments and research-based recommendations at home and school. With this informed perspective, one can pursue accommodations and support from preschool through post-graduate pursuits.
(760) 666-4386 View (760) 666-4386
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Kendra Pinamonti
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
I graduated from the University of San Diego in 2000 with my Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy.
Welcome to my practice! I am so glad you are here. Please see my website www.sunshineinsidetherapy.com to learn more about my practice. My passion is working with individuals to reduce and stop both anxiety and depression. I see many people who struggle with PTSD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and with a history of childhood abuse (emotional/physical/sexual) and trauma. I offer evidence based help using Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing(EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Neurofeedback. You will gain concrete tools, find solutions and feel connected, supported and reach goals you have set for your life!
I graduated from the University of San Diego in 2000 with my Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy.
Welcome to my practice! I am so glad you are here. Please see my website www.sunshineinsidetherapy.com to learn more about my practice. My passion is working with individuals to reduce and stop both anxiety and depression. I see many people who struggle with PTSD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and with a history of childhood abuse (emotional/physical/sexual) and trauma. I offer evidence based help using Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing(EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Neurofeedback. You will gain concrete tools, find solutions and feel connected, supported and reach goals you have set for your life!
(760) 313-3650 View (760) 313-3650
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Hiliary Meagan Schroeder
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024  (Online Only)
I have experience working with children who have intellectual disabilities and I have provided education and support to their family members.
Do you struggle with recognizing your self worth and potential in life? Are you feeling hopeless and unsure how to move forward? If you answered yes to any of these questions you are not alone; I am here to help!
I have experience working with children who have intellectual disabilities and I have provided education and support to their family members.
Do you struggle with recognizing your self worth and potential in life? Are you feeling hopeless and unsure how to move forward? If you answered yes to any of these questions you are not alone; I am here to help!
(661) 724-4415 View (661) 724-4415
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Amy Dong
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024  (Online Only)
I practice from an integrative and holistic lens, incorporating attachment theory, humanistic, internal family systems, compassion-focused, and somatic/embodiment techniques.
I’m glad you’re here! Finding the right therapist can be challenging, so here’s a little about how I work to help you decide if we might be a good fit. I specialize in working with adults and couples navigating what can sometimes be an overwhelming existence. Whether it’s managing anxiety, healing burnout, traversing relationship difficulties, navigating a life transition, or living with grief, I’m here to hold a warm, supportive space.
I practice from an integrative and holistic lens, incorporating attachment theory, humanistic, internal family systems, compassion-focused, and somatic/embodiment techniques.
I’m glad you’re here! Finding the right therapist can be challenging, so here’s a little about how I work to help you decide if we might be a good fit. I specialize in working with adults and couples navigating what can sometimes be an overwhelming existence. Whether it’s managing anxiety, healing burnout, traversing relationship difficulties, navigating a life transition, or living with grief, I’m here to hold a warm, supportive space.
(760) 463-0484 x3 View (760) 463-0484 x3
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Sara Walpole - Tesserae Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
I provide individual and family therapy and have specialized training in Structural Family Therapy.
What I love about my work is encouraging and empowering children, teens and families. This is why Francesca Riddell and I started Tesserae Family Therapy. Families come to us for support with depression, anxiety, difficult behaviors as well as learning how to make and keep friends through the PEERS program. Our goal is to help families, adolescents, children and young adults learn concrete skills to help better manage emotions, behaviors and have more positive social interactions. We will provide the support and guidance to assist you in meeting your goals.
I provide individual and family therapy and have specialized training in Structural Family Therapy.
What I love about my work is encouraging and empowering children, teens and families. This is why Francesca Riddell and I started Tesserae Family Therapy. Families come to us for support with depression, anxiety, difficult behaviors as well as learning how to make and keep friends through the PEERS program. Our goal is to help families, adolescents, children and young adults learn concrete skills to help better manage emotions, behaviors and have more positive social interactions. We will provide the support and guidance to assist you in meeting your goals.
(858) 227-6231 View (858) 227-6231
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Danielle Sfeir Mitzel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Masters of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University. I have extensive experience working with teens, young adults, adults, couples and families at both the outpatient and residential level of care and have a special interest and experience in treating eating disorders, anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-harm, emotion dysregulation and trauma.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Masters of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University. I have extensive experience working with teens, young adults, adults, couples and families at both the outpatient and residential level of care and have a special interest and experience in treating eating disorders, anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-harm, emotion dysregulation and trauma.
(760) 349-7571 View (760) 349-7571
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Erica Laks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024  (Online Only)
I would love to assist you or your family members in identifying various patterns that may be affecting overall functioning.
Throughout my career as a therapist, I have worked with individuals, families, and couples to navigate through difficult times. With compassion and understanding, I work to create a warm and safe environment so that each individual can build upon their strengths in order to attain the personal growth that they are committed to accomplishing in their lives. In a collaborative environment, support and practical feedback will be offered that effectively addresses personal life challenges. I incorporate complimentary techniques to offer a tailored approach that is personalized to each client.
I would love to assist you or your family members in identifying various patterns that may be affecting overall functioning.
Throughout my career as a therapist, I have worked with individuals, families, and couples to navigate through difficult times. With compassion and understanding, I work to create a warm and safe environment so that each individual can build upon their strengths in order to attain the personal growth that they are committed to accomplishing in their lives. In a collaborative environment, support and practical feedback will be offered that effectively addresses personal life challenges. I incorporate complimentary techniques to offer a tailored approach that is personalized to each client.
(760) 387-8813 View (760) 387-8813
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Cristina Catherine Trette
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
I specialize in helping couples strengthen their relationship. I also provide therapy to parents and families. Our work together may include enhancing communication skills, overcoming conflict, developing partnership, healing the past, increasing trust, and learning how to navigate difficult moments with compassion and grace. Many of my clients find therapy to be a safe place to communicate about their struggles with marriage, parenting and mental health. I focus on helping my clients create the relationships, family, and personal wellbeing they truly desire.
I specialize in helping couples strengthen their relationship. I also provide therapy to parents and families. Our work together may include enhancing communication skills, overcoming conflict, developing partnership, healing the past, increasing trust, and learning how to navigate difficult moments with compassion and grace. Many of my clients find therapy to be a safe place to communicate about their struggles with marriage, parenting and mental health. I focus on helping my clients create the relationships, family, and personal wellbeing they truly desire.
(760) 359-9501 View (760) 359-9501
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Adrienne Habib
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
I focus on treating issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem and self-compassion, life transitions and stressors, behavioral issues in children and adolescents, navigating friendships and romantic relationships, and family issues.
I am passionate about helping people move closer towards living a full and meaningful life. I aim to assist clients in uncovering the barriers that keep them stuck, take action in their lives based on their values and goals, and mindfully cope with life's struggles.
I focus on treating issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem and self-compassion, life transitions and stressors, behavioral issues in children and adolescents, navigating friendships and romantic relationships, and family issues.
I am passionate about helping people move closer towards living a full and meaningful life. I aim to assist clients in uncovering the barriers that keep them stuck, take action in their lives based on their values and goals, and mindfully cope with life's struggles.
(760) 965-7506 x115 View (760) 965-7506 x115
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Sue Cates
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
Extensive training, my own therapy and mindfulness practice, and long term marriage and family experience inform my work.
Are you anxious, depressed, feeling as though things just are not working out the way you had imagined? Maybe you and your partner are repeating the same old fights and nothing seems to change. Not sure your relationship will survive? I can help you have a different kind of connection, to yourself, and to each other. Therapy in a safe and trusting environment can help!
Extensive training, my own therapy and mindfulness practice, and long term marriage and family experience inform my work.
Are you anxious, depressed, feeling as though things just are not working out the way you had imagined? Maybe you and your partner are repeating the same old fights and nothing seems to change. Not sure your relationship will survive? I can help you have a different kind of connection, to yourself, and to each other. Therapy in a safe and trusting environment can help!
(760) 385-6083 View (760) 385-6083
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Alicia Perzichilli
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
Hello there! I’m Alicia. I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, but you might also call me a compassionate guide and mind-body connector. I help women, men, and non-binary individuals, couples, and triad clients who long for a supportive space to heal what has been hurt and create an environment to thrive through meaningful connection. My clients may feel stuck in patterns and would like to develop more meaningful relationships. Or maybe they are struggling to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, or those of a loved one. Or perhaps they are beginning to process trauma.
Hello there! I’m Alicia. I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, but you might also call me a compassionate guide and mind-body connector. I help women, men, and non-binary individuals, couples, and triad clients who long for a supportive space to heal what has been hurt and create an environment to thrive through meaningful connection. My clients may feel stuck in patterns and would like to develop more meaningful relationships. Or maybe they are struggling to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, or those of a loved one. Or perhaps they are beginning to process trauma.
(619) 413-7932 x2 View (619) 413-7932 x2
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Darlene Marie Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
Hello! Thank you for visiting my page. I am honored. I consider it a privilege to do this healing work. I am an integrative therapist who offers a wide variety of services to help you, your family, and your loved ones. My specialties include trauma, grief & loss, depression, anxiety, stress, self-harm, school challenges, couples and adults experiencing life transitions. I enjoy working with clients age 5 and up. Being married for over 31 years and raising 5 children has given me a wide variety of practical insights into the intricate joys and challenges these relationships can bring. You are not alone. Hope and healing are possible
Hello! Thank you for visiting my page. I am honored. I consider it a privilege to do this healing work. I am an integrative therapist who offers a wide variety of services to help you, your family, and your loved ones. My specialties include trauma, grief & loss, depression, anxiety, stress, self-harm, school challenges, couples and adults experiencing life transitions. I enjoy working with clients age 5 and up. Being married for over 31 years and raising 5 children has given me a wide variety of practical insights into the intricate joys and challenges these relationships can bring. You are not alone. Hope and healing are possible
(858) 533-1211 View (858) 533-1211
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Carol Austin Hyde
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RN
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
I am an integrated and mindfulness oriented therapist who incorporates a wide range of therapeutic methods to assist people in achieving the life they want. I assist people struggling with relationships, transition, grief, anxiety, depression,and family conflict. My approach is collaborative, using intuitive knowledge along with cognitive behavioral therapy, humanistic and psychodynamic therapy, brief therapy, positive and transpersonal psychology. Whatever the issue, we will work together to strengthen your resources, both inner and outer. We will work to give you a sense of empowerment and clarity in the midst of your struggle.
I am an integrated and mindfulness oriented therapist who incorporates a wide range of therapeutic methods to assist people in achieving the life they want. I assist people struggling with relationships, transition, grief, anxiety, depression,and family conflict. My approach is collaborative, using intuitive knowledge along with cognitive behavioral therapy, humanistic and psychodynamic therapy, brief therapy, positive and transpersonal psychology. Whatever the issue, we will work together to strengthen your resources, both inner and outer. We will work to give you a sense of empowerment and clarity in the midst of your struggle.
(760) 289-5800 View (760) 289-5800
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Hayley Silverman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
I see clients individually, or as part of a couple or family.
The most useful tool in psychotherapy is a thoughtful, interactive dialogue. My goal is to engage clients using their unique strengths and experience, in order to help them create a life that is meaningul to them.
I see clients individually, or as part of a couple or family.
The most useful tool in psychotherapy is a thoughtful, interactive dialogue. My goal is to engage clients using their unique strengths and experience, in order to help them create a life that is meaningul to them.
(619) 618-2732 View (619) 618-2732
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.