Therapists in La Jolla, CA
Are you going through a major life transition? Have you been through emotional, physical, relationship or family trauma? Are you struggling with limiting or destructive relationship patterns, feeling anxious, experience panic, or struggle with self-esteem? Would you like to explore more creative approaches to the problems you face? I work especially well with people of all ages in search of healthier relationships, deep personal change and greater self-awareness. If you want to create a more balanced and fruitful life and claim your authentic voice and way in the world, I can help you navigate that journey with safety and trust.
Are you going through a major life transition? Have you been through emotional, physical, relationship or family trauma? Are you struggling with limiting or destructive relationship patterns, feeling anxious, experience panic, or struggle with self-esteem? Would you like to explore more creative approaches to the problems you face? I work especially well with people of all ages in search of healthier relationships, deep personal change and greater self-awareness. If you want to create a more balanced and fruitful life and claim your authentic voice and way in the world, I can help you navigate that journey with safety and trust.
My expertise ranges from treating adult and children to assessing neuropsychological disorders and serving as an expert in the Family Court and civil litigation matters.
As a psychoanalyst I believe that an individual's feelings and behaviors are motivated by a variety of unconscious factors often resulting in people feeling stuck. Psychoanalysis helps individuals finally break these habits by understanding their root causes and enable significant changes at the very core of one's emotional responses. Using these experiences, the analyst helps the patient work on a deeply unconscious level to eliminate unproductive and destructive patterns. This opens the patient to new, fresh and genuine experiences and solutions in their lives. This process is achievable through empathy and respect.
My expertise ranges from treating adult and children to assessing neuropsychological disorders and serving as an expert in the Family Court and civil litigation matters.
As a psychoanalyst I believe that an individual's feelings and behaviors are motivated by a variety of unconscious factors often resulting in people feeling stuck. Psychoanalysis helps individuals finally break these habits by understanding their root causes and enable significant changes at the very core of one's emotional responses. Using these experiences, the analyst helps the patient work on a deeply unconscious level to eliminate unproductive and destructive patterns. This opens the patient to new, fresh and genuine experiences and solutions in their lives. This process is achievable through empathy and respect.
I have extensive experience with dual diagnosis, addiction, & complex trauma. I have worked in private practice & residential and primary psychological treatment centers. I work as a drama therapist combining my clinical & performance background. I specialize in family working entire family system. I have direct and empathetic approach. Since becoming a mother I also, work on those areas specifically. In addition, I love working with artists, creative, and those wishing to explore or develop those areas. I know we are all creative and meant to be creating. I have a very intuitive nature with depth psychotherapist training.
I have extensive experience with dual diagnosis, addiction, & complex trauma. I have worked in private practice & residential and primary psychological treatment centers. I work as a drama therapist combining my clinical & performance background. I specialize in family working entire family system. I have direct and empathetic approach. Since becoming a mother I also, work on those areas specifically. In addition, I love working with artists, creative, and those wishing to explore or develop those areas. I know we are all creative and meant to be creating. I have a very intuitive nature with depth psychotherapist training.
Carolina Oviedo-Munoz: Hope Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037
¡Saludos! My name is Carolina Oviedo-Munoz (she/her/hers), and I am a bilingual, Spanish-speaking, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my Master’s in Marital and Family Therapy from the University of San Diego, and my Bachelor’s in Psychology from Point Loma Nazarene University. I was born in San Diego, and was raised both here and in Tijuana, Mexico. For self-care I enjoy lifting weights and taking spin classes! On slow paced days you can catch me drinking my cafecito reading a book or spending time with loved ones.
¡Saludos! My name is Carolina Oviedo-Munoz (she/her/hers), and I am a bilingual, Spanish-speaking, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my Master’s in Marital and Family Therapy from the University of San Diego, and my Bachelor’s in Psychology from Point Loma Nazarene University. I was born in San Diego, and was raised both here and in Tijuana, Mexico. For self-care I enjoy lifting weights and taking spin classes! On slow paced days you can catch me drinking my cafecito reading a book or spending time with loved ones.
My name is Ghazaleh Elyaszadeh, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (license 94650). I specialize in helping individuals, families, and kids. I have worked and treated many different clients who presented with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, bipolar and borderline symptoms. Being a therapist is a rewarding job, to be able to interact and help people through trust, communication and listening is what inspired me to become a therapist.
My name is Ghazaleh Elyaszadeh, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (license 94650). I specialize in helping individuals, families, and kids. I have worked and treated many different clients who presented with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, bipolar and borderline symptoms. Being a therapist is a rewarding job, to be able to interact and help people through trust, communication and listening is what inspired me to become a therapist.
Most people experience times or situations in their life in which additional support and help are needed. I offer a supportive, open and trusting environment to facilitate desired growth and change within the individual and/or the family. I have been working with in the field since 1994 and have enjoyed watching people make positive life changes. I look forward to the opportunity of supporting you!
Most people experience times or situations in their life in which additional support and help are needed. I offer a supportive, open and trusting environment to facilitate desired growth and change within the individual and/or the family. I have been working with in the field since 1994 and have enjoyed watching people make positive life changes. I look forward to the opportunity of supporting you!
Hi there, I'm Tawnya! I'm an LCSW versed in in culturally competent work with clients who have experienced trauma/challenges related to gender and race, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and family issues. My approach include cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy, strength base therapies, and the utilization of culturally competent practices that take into consideration issues related to gender, class, ethnicity, and race. I consider it an honor to be able to assist clients as they move forward in exploring obstacles that may be negatively impacting their contentment and happiness.
Hi there, I'm Tawnya! I'm an LCSW versed in in culturally competent work with clients who have experienced trauma/challenges related to gender and race, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and family issues. My approach include cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy, strength base therapies, and the utilization of culturally competent practices that take into consideration issues related to gender, class, ethnicity, and race. I consider it an honor to be able to assist clients as they move forward in exploring obstacles that may be negatively impacting their contentment and happiness.
My name is Dr. Naomi Midura. I am a Registered Psychological Associate at La Jolla Psychologists. Prior to this role I have worked as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 11+ years. I specialize in trauma informed work supporting insight regarding how wounds and ruptures affect our experiences, strategies for regulating and soothing our bodies and utilizing mindfulness strategies to support healing with ourselves and others. I partner with individuals, couples, and families. I look forward to partnering with you any way I can support growth and healing.
My name is Dr. Naomi Midura. I am a Registered Psychological Associate at La Jolla Psychologists. Prior to this role I have worked as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 11+ years. I specialize in trauma informed work supporting insight regarding how wounds and ruptures affect our experiences, strategies for regulating and soothing our bodies and utilizing mindfulness strategies to support healing with ourselves and others. I partner with individuals, couples, and families. I look forward to partnering with you any way I can support growth and healing.
Blending a family can be a stressful process and I have expertise in working with families on issues such as living arrangements, resistance from children, ex-spouces, implementing rules and discipline, how to handle holidays, and boundaries to name a few.
I am a clinical social worker with advanced training in family therapy at the Ackerman Institute for the Family in NYC. My theoretical approach when working with my clients is drawn from a eclectic framework which includes, narrative, cognitive behavioral, structural,gestalt,strategic, and problem solving. I specialize in working with blended families, adolescents, single parents, and couples. Personally, I am a mother and step-mother of nine children. I have a private practice in New York and California. I am licensed in NY, CA, CT, Fl, and MA. I am currently accepting new clients.
Blending a family can be a stressful process and I have expertise in working with families on issues such as living arrangements, resistance from children, ex-spouces, implementing rules and discipline, how to handle holidays, and boundaries to name a few.
I am a clinical social worker with advanced training in family therapy at the Ackerman Institute for the Family in NYC. My theoretical approach when working with my clients is drawn from a eclectic framework which includes, narrative, cognitive behavioral, structural,gestalt,strategic, and problem solving. I specialize in working with blended families, adolescents, single parents, and couples. Personally, I am a mother and step-mother of nine children. I have a private practice in New York and California. I am licensed in NY, CA, CT, Fl, and MA. I am currently accepting new clients.
Lazar believes that family and society influence and limit how we view ourselves and our relationships.
Dr. Lazar facilitates individual, family and couples counseling. He works with adults who are coping with depression, loss, anxiety, and worry and those who have present or childhood stressors that have made it hard to feel good about themselves or enjoy life. He also works extensively with kids, teens and parents to help families get along better and cooperate for everyone's benefit. In addition to working with children who misbehave, he helps kids who get sad, angry or worry excessively. He treats his clients as teammates to brainstorm solutions to challenges, and help clients also see their blessings.
Lazar believes that family and society influence and limit how we view ourselves and our relationships.
Dr. Lazar facilitates individual, family and couples counseling. He works with adults who are coping with depression, loss, anxiety, and worry and those who have present or childhood stressors that have made it hard to feel good about themselves or enjoy life. He also works extensively with kids, teens and parents to help families get along better and cooperate for everyone's benefit. In addition to working with children who misbehave, he helps kids who get sad, angry or worry excessively. He treats his clients as teammates to brainstorm solutions to challenges, and help clients also see their blessings.
I have extensive postgraduate training in family systems theory from the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family in Washington, D.
Is your concern a relationship dilemma? A problem with a child? Substance abuse, anxiety or depression? Symptoms-physical, emotional, or social-are embedded in relationship processes in the family. The goal is to modify the process, which can lead to a reduction in symptoms. When one person in a relationship makes the decision to "show up" in a more deliberate, thoughtful way, the dynamic will change. Any motivated client can become that person. I will lend a hand in your effort through an understanding of relationships and how tension spreads through anxious systems, affecting groups and individuals.
I have extensive postgraduate training in family systems theory from the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family in Washington, D.
Is your concern a relationship dilemma? A problem with a child? Substance abuse, anxiety or depression? Symptoms-physical, emotional, or social-are embedded in relationship processes in the family. The goal is to modify the process, which can lead to a reduction in symptoms. When one person in a relationship makes the decision to "show up" in a more deliberate, thoughtful way, the dynamic will change. Any motivated client can become that person. I will lend a hand in your effort through an understanding of relationships and how tension spreads through anxious systems, affecting groups and individuals.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, trained Mediator, and a Certified Life Coach.
I offer non-judgmental, direct, compassionate and effective therapy. I possess 20+ years of extensive experience and education in the successful treatment of relationship issues often related to unresolved trauma. In therapy, we are a team and you are the “driver”, my role is to navigate the journey and this life is all about the journey. As a certified EMDR psychotherapist, I have found that EMDR is one of the most effective methods to stimulate the brain and body’s natural ability towards healing. I can help you develop simple solutions to parenting issues post COVID.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, trained Mediator, and a Certified Life Coach.
I offer non-judgmental, direct, compassionate and effective therapy. I possess 20+ years of extensive experience and education in the successful treatment of relationship issues often related to unresolved trauma. In therapy, we are a team and you are the “driver”, my role is to navigate the journey and this life is all about the journey. As a certified EMDR psychotherapist, I have found that EMDR is one of the most effective methods to stimulate the brain and body’s natural ability towards healing. I can help you develop simple solutions to parenting issues post COVID.
Keri Lynne Sebourn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037
With family therapy, I work with you to identify areas for growth and opportunity to promote more stable, connected and attuned familial relationships.
The first step on the path to healing can be the hardest. Often times, we feel fragile, whether it be from past trauma, debilitating depression, anxiety, conflictual relationships, and the overall stresses attributed to life. Sometimes we feel surrounded by people who look but do not see us, hear but do not listen or understand which can lead you to feel isolated, disconnected, and misunderstood. Therapy is a space to navigate this desolate plane, a place to help you achieve a more fruitful and fulfilling connection with yourself and others. I have experience working with couples, individuals and families.
With family therapy, I work with you to identify areas for growth and opportunity to promote more stable, connected and attuned familial relationships.
The first step on the path to healing can be the hardest. Often times, we feel fragile, whether it be from past trauma, debilitating depression, anxiety, conflictual relationships, and the overall stresses attributed to life. Sometimes we feel surrounded by people who look but do not see us, hear but do not listen or understand which can lead you to feel isolated, disconnected, and misunderstood. Therapy is a space to navigate this desolate plane, a place to help you achieve a more fruitful and fulfilling connection with yourself and others. I have experience working with couples, individuals and families.
I will take a multifaceted approach that works for you and I will work to understand you, as well as your family structure, culture, and environment in which you grew up.
I believe we all have resilience. Our life may not come with a map, and we experience daily challenges to traumatic events with more lasting impact, like the death of a loved one, a life-altering accident, or a serious illness. Each change affects us differently, bringing a flood of thoughts, strong emotions and uncertainty. Yet we generally adapt well over time to stressful life-changing situations. We may end up feeling stuck or alone, struggling with anxious feelings, sadness, guilt or pain. I will meet you in these difficult places and we will walk together, helping you break through to find hope, power, connection and energy.
I will take a multifaceted approach that works for you and I will work to understand you, as well as your family structure, culture, and environment in which you grew up.
I believe we all have resilience. Our life may not come with a map, and we experience daily challenges to traumatic events with more lasting impact, like the death of a loved one, a life-altering accident, or a serious illness. Each change affects us differently, bringing a flood of thoughts, strong emotions and uncertainty. Yet we generally adapt well over time to stressful life-changing situations. We may end up feeling stuck or alone, struggling with anxious feelings, sadness, guilt or pain. I will meet you in these difficult places and we will walk together, helping you break through to find hope, power, connection and energy.
Julio Vieyramazon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I have experienced working with children, adults, couples, and families. I welcome clients with a warm, client-centered therapy session, focused on bringing clarity to life's struggles. My education and professional training has led me to gain a variety of experience working with different populations. I enjoy helping my clients embark on a journey called therapy, where clients find wonders they did not know existed.
I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I have experienced working with children, adults, couples, and families. I welcome clients with a warm, client-centered therapy session, focused on bringing clarity to life's struggles. My education and professional training has led me to gain a variety of experience working with different populations. I enjoy helping my clients embark on a journey called therapy, where clients find wonders they did not know existed.
My name is Carol Grisham LMFT. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (often referred to as Talk Therapy) and other modalities such as psychodynamic therapy in my therapeutic approach to enable clients to better understand their processes. The goal is to help them feel more empowered and better able to cope with life's challenges. Clients seek to understand themselves better and desire to have a greater awareness of what is working for them and what is not. I work with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, family conflict, and increasing coping skills.
My name is Carol Grisham LMFT. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (often referred to as Talk Therapy) and other modalities such as psychodynamic therapy in my therapeutic approach to enable clients to better understand their processes. The goal is to help them feel more empowered and better able to cope with life's challenges. Clients seek to understand themselves better and desire to have a greater awareness of what is working for them and what is not. I work with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, family conflict, and increasing coping skills.
Hello! My name is Chris Minerd, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (138866). I specialize in working with men's mental health, relationships, and self-improvement. I am committed to helping my clients cultivate a solution-oriented mindset that empowers them to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. To achieve this, I use a multi-faceted approach that draws on a range of evidence-based techniques that draw on your individual strengths and work towards challenging areas of discomfort.
Hello! My name is Chris Minerd, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (138866). I specialize in working with men's mental health, relationships, and self-improvement. I am committed to helping my clients cultivate a solution-oriented mindset that empowers them to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals. To achieve this, I use a multi-faceted approach that draws on a range of evidence-based techniques that draw on your individual strengths and work towards challenging areas of discomfort.
Bryanna Cazares: Hope Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
Supervised by Jennifer Whetstone, LMFT 53763. Hi, my name is Bryanna (she/her), I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I understand that life can throw us in many different directions to a point where we feel lost. My role is to support and help you navigate through stages of life and experiences. I am here to create a safe space and build a trusting therapeutic relationship. By using a systemic lens, we can better identify the areas of your life that need attention and healing. We can work together to strengthen your sense of self and overall quality of life.
Supervised by Jennifer Whetstone, LMFT 53763. Hi, my name is Bryanna (she/her), I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I understand that life can throw us in many different directions to a point where we feel lost. My role is to support and help you navigate through stages of life and experiences. I am here to create a safe space and build a trusting therapeutic relationship. By using a systemic lens, we can better identify the areas of your life that need attention and healing. We can work together to strengthen your sense of self and overall quality of life.
I believe the first session is extremely important and I gather as much individual as well as family history.
Hello and Welcome! My name is Dr. Sylvia Turk, LMFT. I am comfortable with a wide variety of patients, I have many years of experience in a medical setting, often dealing with both physical as well as emotional and psychological issues. I can help with depression, anxiety, divorce, family conflicts, job stress, mood disorders, women's issues, aging issues, and more. I'm a client centered, holistic and solution focused therapist, although I choose a therapeutic approach depending on each patient.
I believe the first session is extremely important and I gather as much individual as well as family history.
Hello and Welcome! My name is Dr. Sylvia Turk, LMFT. I am comfortable with a wide variety of patients, I have many years of experience in a medical setting, often dealing with both physical as well as emotional and psychological issues. I can help with depression, anxiety, divorce, family conflicts, job stress, mood disorders, women's issues, aging issues, and more. I'm a client centered, holistic and solution focused therapist, although I choose a therapeutic approach depending on each patient.
Jo Christine Pattugalan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
I am currently a Marriage and Family Therapy Ph.
Hello and welcome! My name is J.C. and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Southern California.
I am currently a Marriage and Family Therapy Ph.
Hello and welcome! My name is J.C. and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Southern California.
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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.