Therapists in San Diego, CA
Raquel Garber
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
Having lived in Mexico City for 38 years, I'm bilingual and bicultural, passionate about serving the Hispanic and Latina community while welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Specializing in empowering individuals and couples, I believe therapy unlocks pathways to a more enriching life. Starting from your unique point, I foster a secure space to delve into personal challenges. As a Certified Grief Educator, I offer unparalleled support, navigating the often unspoken complexities of grief. My primary passion lies in nurturing relationships. Ellyn Bader, Ph.D., aptly noted, ‘Couples therapy not only fortifies families but also fosters profound personal evolution.’ Join me in exploring and fostering healthier, stronger connections that endure and thrive.
Having lived in Mexico City for 38 years, I'm bilingual and bicultural, passionate about serving the Hispanic and Latina community while welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Specializing in empowering individuals and couples, I believe therapy unlocks pathways to a more enriching life. Starting from your unique point, I foster a secure space to delve into personal challenges. As a Certified Grief Educator, I offer unparalleled support, navigating the often unspoken complexities of grief. My primary passion lies in nurturing relationships. Ellyn Bader, Ph.D., aptly noted, ‘Couples therapy not only fortifies families but also fosters profound personal evolution.’ Join me in exploring and fostering healthier, stronger connections that endure and thrive.
Rina Schul
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
You are so tired of not feeling well, but hesitate to contact a therapist: Can I trust a stranger? Can anybody really help me? On the face of it, you function well in life, but deep inside you feel you don't actually “show up,” or you don't fully “belong.” It is as if your real authentic self is hiding, sensing that “being you” might not be safe enough. Aspects of your life story might explain why you feel uncomfortable, why you feel different than others, or why you are down or anxious. I would love to help you explore such issues in therapy, and work with you on improving your daily life experience.
You are so tired of not feeling well, but hesitate to contact a therapist: Can I trust a stranger? Can anybody really help me? On the face of it, you function well in life, but deep inside you feel you don't actually “show up,” or you don't fully “belong.” It is as if your real authentic self is hiding, sensing that “being you” might not be safe enough. Aspects of your life story might explain why you feel uncomfortable, why you feel different than others, or why you are down or anxious. I would love to help you explore such issues in therapy, and work with you on improving your daily life experience.
Olivia Stagnaro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92102
Do you seem successful on paper, yet feel unfulfilled inside? Maybe you're exhausted from striving for happiness, or your relationships aren’t as rewarding as you'd like. It's possible your past is affecting your current feelings, leading to moments of hopelessness about ever feeling content. You might struggle to recall a time when life felt different. However, you're definitely ready for a change, seeking relief and eager to rebuild your confidence and connect more deeply in your relationships.
Do you seem successful on paper, yet feel unfulfilled inside? Maybe you're exhausted from striving for happiness, or your relationships aren’t as rewarding as you'd like. It's possible your past is affecting your current feelings, leading to moments of hopelessness about ever feeling content. You might struggle to recall a time when life felt different. However, you're definitely ready for a change, seeking relief and eager to rebuild your confidence and connect more deeply in your relationships.
Yaron Pruginin, Psy.D.
Psychologist, PsyD, ABSNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92123
My approach is based on neuro-developmental, psychodynamic and attachment theories, with a strong focus on creativity and self-empowerment.
My approach is based on neuro-developmental, psychodynamic and attachment theories, with a strong focus on creativity and self-empowerment.
Anat Mor Betzalel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92122
Life is full of surprises and not all are easy to handle. It's human to feel overwhelmed with work demands, adapting to a new country, navigating postpartum, managing family life, or facing relationship challenges. It's normal to experience self-doubt or pursue unachievable perfection at times. Feelings of anxiety, sadness, trouble sleeping, or impacts of past traumas might arise, making life more difficult. This is where therapy can make a significant difference, offering a space for self-reflection and strengthening your relationship with yourself and others.
Life is full of surprises and not all are easy to handle. It's human to feel overwhelmed with work demands, adapting to a new country, navigating postpartum, managing family life, or facing relationship challenges. It's normal to experience self-doubt or pursue unachievable perfection at times. Feelings of anxiety, sadness, trouble sleeping, or impacts of past traumas might arise, making life more difficult. This is where therapy can make a significant difference, offering a space for self-reflection and strengthening your relationship with yourself and others.
Jody Saltzman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
I have openings for adults of any age who seek a powerful mind-body-spirit approach to healing the pain of trauma, anger, anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, and stressful life events. I'm a great fit for those who prioritize personal or spiritual growth (including those in 12 step recovery), and are excited to participate in a deep, collaborative therapeutic process. It is important to me to support and create a safe space for queer and trans clients, as well as individuals in ethically non-monogamous relationships.
I have openings for adults of any age who seek a powerful mind-body-spirit approach to healing the pain of trauma, anger, anxiety, depression, interpersonal challenges, and stressful life events. I'm a great fit for those who prioritize personal or spiritual growth (including those in 12 step recovery), and are excited to participate in a deep, collaborative therapeutic process. It is important to me to support and create a safe space for queer and trans clients, as well as individuals in ethically non-monogamous relationships.
Sandra Milstein-Ostrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92129 (Online Only)
Are you hurting or lonely and want to make some changes so you can feel better? Do you feel stuck in a life that doesn't seem to be going anywhere? Do you constantly worry about money, your weight, your sleep, your relationships, but things don't seem to change? Maybe others don't really know what's really going on inside of you. They all seem to have their act together, yet you don't. Are you tired of pretending that everything's fine, when inside you feel a deep sense that something is missing? Do you put yourself down, often blaming yourself for your troubles, yet being tough on yourself is not helping?
Are you hurting or lonely and want to make some changes so you can feel better? Do you feel stuck in a life that doesn't seem to be going anywhere? Do you constantly worry about money, your weight, your sleep, your relationships, but things don't seem to change? Maybe others don't really know what's really going on inside of you. They all seem to have their act together, yet you don't. Are you tired of pretending that everything's fine, when inside you feel a deep sense that something is missing? Do you put yourself down, often blaming yourself for your troubles, yet being tough on yourself is not helping?
Dr. Jason N Linder
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
18 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92123
Waitlist for new clients
I help people, especially entrepreneurs, have better relationships, resolve painful memories (I'm certified & train in EMDR), embrace who they are, and decrease anxiety. I adjust my approach to fit your needs and preferences. Expert in transgender, immigration, and trauma evaluations. Advanced in trauma, addiction, relationships, and mindfulness (I write about them on Psychology Today). You can usually expect change in 2-8 sessions. As a psychology doctor and professor, I’m updated on the latest research, and am dedicated, caring, and collaborative. You should feel understood, hopeful, and safe in your confidential therapy.
I help people, especially entrepreneurs, have better relationships, resolve painful memories (I'm certified & train in EMDR), embrace who they are, and decrease anxiety. I adjust my approach to fit your needs and preferences. Expert in transgender, immigration, and trauma evaluations. Advanced in trauma, addiction, relationships, and mindfulness (I write about them on Psychology Today). You can usually expect change in 2-8 sessions. As a psychology doctor and professor, I’m updated on the latest research, and am dedicated, caring, and collaborative. You should feel understood, hopeful, and safe in your confidential therapy.
Michael Levy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92109 (Online Only)
Mike's work has been empowering adults from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds and identities for over 25 years, helping them live their best lives with brief and longer-term individual or couples therapy. His expertise in work and career issues, trauma, depression, unhappy relationships, and more offers clients new hope and opportunities for growth. A compassionate therapist committed to providing high quality psychotherapy to discerning clients, he uses a variety of approaches to support your growth, based on collaboration in the therapeutic relationship, understanding and the power of genuine concern to promote healing.
Mike's work has been empowering adults from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds and identities for over 25 years, helping them live their best lives with brief and longer-term individual or couples therapy. His expertise in work and career issues, trauma, depression, unhappy relationships, and more offers clients new hope and opportunities for growth. A compassionate therapist committed to providing high quality psychotherapy to discerning clients, he uses a variety of approaches to support your growth, based on collaboration in the therapeutic relationship, understanding and the power of genuine concern to promote healing.
Stephanie Feliciano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CYT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92109 (Online Only)
Let’s keep this simple. I’m a nice person just like you. I listen to intuitively help you improve your situation, whatever the case may be — 100% judgment free. You'll leave EVERY session feeling LIGTHER. Combined clinical training and holistic expertise provide integrated, effective, and rapid transformation. I CAN help if you're ready.
Let’s keep this simple. I’m a nice person just like you. I listen to intuitively help you improve your situation, whatever the case may be — 100% judgment free. You'll leave EVERY session feeling LIGTHER. Combined clinical training and holistic expertise provide integrated, effective, and rapid transformation. I CAN help if you're ready.
Arielle Mesa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, RYT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103 (Online Only)
Life often places obstacles on our path, which can leave us feeling stuck, in pain, uncertain of how to move forward. I specialize in guiding those who arrive here by creating a nurturing and curious space to help you explore, unearth, and effectively heal untended internal wounds. My passion and expertise lie in supporting people in healing from childhood abuse and neglect, sexual violence, complex loss, and ancestral and identity-based trauma. Many also turn to me to better understand with who they truly are, their roles within relationships, and their unique purpose, or to prepare for and integrate psychedelic healing journeys.
Life often places obstacles on our path, which can leave us feeling stuck, in pain, uncertain of how to move forward. I specialize in guiding those who arrive here by creating a nurturing and curious space to help you explore, unearth, and effectively heal untended internal wounds. My passion and expertise lie in supporting people in healing from childhood abuse and neglect, sexual violence, complex loss, and ancestral and identity-based trauma. Many also turn to me to better understand with who they truly are, their roles within relationships, and their unique purpose, or to prepare for and integrate psychedelic healing journeys.
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Miriam Chor Freitas, LCSW.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92128
Are you struggling with difficulties that are robbing you of your ability to be present and experience physical and emotional health and peace of mind in your life today? Are you ready to transform your life? So let's do this! I'm a therapist who has worked with very diverse clients on trauma and a variety of other mental health issues and challenging life circumstances for over 15 years. It's is not our difficulties that define us but our willingness to recognize the problem and start the journey towards health and healing.
Are you struggling with difficulties that are robbing you of your ability to be present and experience physical and emotional health and peace of mind in your life today? Are you ready to transform your life? So let's do this! I'm a therapist who has worked with very diverse clients on trauma and a variety of other mental health issues and challenging life circumstances for over 15 years. It's is not our difficulties that define us but our willingness to recognize the problem and start the journey towards health and healing.
Claudia Franzosi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MPEC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92123 (Online Only)
Working with a very experienced therapist makes a difference! When you know you need to take action, but can't get yourself to do it, I'll help you get it done. Anxiety, Codependency, Affairs, Trauma, Depression? Recovering and 12 stepper? We will explore effective ways to navigate through your obstacles. +Do you need a psych eval in a rush? +Personal injury case? +Accident? +Animal bite? Let me help you restore your sanity and get you unstuck. Enough talking, let's do it!
Working with a very experienced therapist makes a difference! When you know you need to take action, but can't get yourself to do it, I'll help you get it done. Anxiety, Codependency, Affairs, Trauma, Depression? Recovering and 12 stepper? We will explore effective ways to navigate through your obstacles. +Do you need a psych eval in a rush? +Personal injury case? +Accident? +Animal bite? Let me help you restore your sanity and get you unstuck. Enough talking, let's do it!
Shirl Kelemer
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT, MA
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92102 (Online Only)
Many clients come to me depressed, grief stricken, or at a loss for where to proceed in their lives. Faulty thinking can block the ability to realize new options for thoughts and behaviors. Training, wisdom, and life experiences allow me to help guide my clients to their best therapeutic path, to personalize treatment, and to help them find their purpose. I work with trauma survivors, people with disabilities, life transitions, crises, hospice care, death, and chronic anxiety. I'm also trained to support artists through their creative struggles. That process provides them the foundation to strengthen them for any future challenges.
Many clients come to me depressed, grief stricken, or at a loss for where to proceed in their lives. Faulty thinking can block the ability to realize new options for thoughts and behaviors. Training, wisdom, and life experiences allow me to help guide my clients to their best therapeutic path, to personalize treatment, and to help them find their purpose. I work with trauma survivors, people with disabilities, life transitions, crises, hospice care, death, and chronic anxiety. I'm also trained to support artists through their creative struggles. That process provides them the foundation to strengthen them for any future challenges.
Daniel Brandon Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, RN
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103
Are you struggling with trauma, PTSD, or complex trauma? As a therapist, I focus exclusively on helping people heal from trauma. I will help you learn to release fear, anxiety and depression and build resilience while healing your traumas. I believe trauma leaves a long-lasting impact on our body, mind and soul. I use several modalities when I work with trauma including: Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. I am very creative in my approach because everyone is different. Releasing trauma requires careful guidance and it’s important to find a therapist you trust.
Are you struggling with trauma, PTSD, or complex trauma? As a therapist, I focus exclusively on helping people heal from trauma. I will help you learn to release fear, anxiety and depression and build resilience while healing your traumas. I believe trauma leaves a long-lasting impact on our body, mind and soul. I use several modalities when I work with trauma including: Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. I am very creative in my approach because everyone is different. Releasing trauma requires careful guidance and it’s important to find a therapist you trust.
Shelly Elia-Shaul
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101
I am an associate marriage and family therapist working with kids, teens, and adults. I help clients with trauma and complex trauma, ADHD, anxiety, identity issues, emotional instability and eating disorders. Additionally, I enjoy working with highly sensitive and neurodivergent kids and teens going through relational, personal and academic challenges.
I am an associate marriage and family therapist working with kids, teens, and adults. I help clients with trauma and complex trauma, ADHD, anxiety, identity issues, emotional instability and eating disorders. Additionally, I enjoy working with highly sensitive and neurodivergent kids and teens going through relational, personal and academic challenges.
Dr. Shane Saenz
Psychologist, PsyD, CMPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92117 (Online Only)
I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds. As a licensed clinical and sport psychologist, I am available to work with people who are looking to improve their performance on and off the field. Whether you are an athlete or not, I view myself as a collaborative teammate who can help you achieve your goals. I have experience working with people from all backgrounds, including adults, adolescents, children, families, and athletes. I have also worked in various settings, such as correctional facilities, university counseling centers, and private practice.
I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds. As a licensed clinical and sport psychologist, I am available to work with people who are looking to improve their performance on and off the field. Whether you are an athlete or not, I view myself as a collaborative teammate who can help you achieve your goals. I have experience working with people from all backgrounds, including adults, adolescents, children, families, and athletes. I have also worked in various settings, such as correctional facilities, university counseling centers, and private practice.
Jonah Oderberg
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92109 (Online Only)
I'm here to support you through whatever challenges you may be facing. As a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at the Center for Mental Health Excellence (CFMHE), I provide a safe space to explore your unique story and difficulties, be they relationship issues, anxiety, depression, or simply feeling off. Through a tailored therapeutic approach, we'll work together to find relief, growth, and positive change. I welcome adults, families, couples, and adolescents of all backgrounds. My approach considers your life experiences, relationships, and challenges to build goals that fit your needs, all from the comfort of your home.
I'm here to support you through whatever challenges you may be facing. As a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at the Center for Mental Health Excellence (CFMHE), I provide a safe space to explore your unique story and difficulties, be they relationship issues, anxiety, depression, or simply feeling off. Through a tailored therapeutic approach, we'll work together to find relief, growth, and positive change. I welcome adults, families, couples, and adolescents of all backgrounds. My approach considers your life experiences, relationships, and challenges to build goals that fit your needs, all from the comfort of your home.
Tanya L Hilber
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Do you want help with finding balance in your life? I am an interactive, empathetic therapist and provide support, understanding, practical feedback and guidance. Sometimes the sense of self is not meeting personal, professional, or social needs. By working together, we can develop awareness and effectively address life challenges to find balance in your life. Treatment is personalized to you or your child and the specific situation. I am not accepting new clients, but my amazing therapists at Hilber Psychological Services are ready to work with you!
Do you want help with finding balance in your life? I am an interactive, empathetic therapist and provide support, understanding, practical feedback and guidance. Sometimes the sense of self is not meeting personal, professional, or social needs. By working together, we can develop awareness and effectively address life challenges to find balance in your life. Treatment is personalized to you or your child and the specific situation. I am not accepting new clients, but my amazing therapists at Hilber Psychological Services are ready to work with you!
Network WellBeing™
Psychologist
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92106 (Online Only)
Chronic disconnect in brain-body-psyche networks cause abnormal wear 'n' tear resulting in premature aging, illness and reduced quality of life. Common warning signs include pain, anxiety and profound melancholy. Lifestyle imbalances morph into sleep disorders and addictions. Loneliness quickly oscillates to overstimulation and overwhelm leaving many trapped in the depths of isolation. Perfectionism and procrastination thwart our best laid plans leading to learned helplessness. Human suffering is immensely burdensome, but the weight of the world is not ours to carry alone.
Chronic disconnect in brain-body-psyche networks cause abnormal wear 'n' tear resulting in premature aging, illness and reduced quality of life. Common warning signs include pain, anxiety and profound melancholy. Lifestyle imbalances morph into sleep disorders and addictions. Loneliness quickly oscillates to overstimulation and overwhelm leaving many trapped in the depths of isolation. Perfectionism and procrastination thwart our best laid plans leading to learned helplessness. Human suffering is immensely burdensome, but the weight of the world is not ours to carry alone.
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Hispanic and Latino Therapists
What makes a Hispanic and Latino therapist effective?
An effective Hispanic and Latino therapist can combine a culturally sensitive lens with proven therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). They may have an understanding of cultural attitudes to therapy, including potential stigma, and can help a client navigate those concerns. Some clients may also appreciate a therapist who is bilingual and is comfortable conversing with the client in both English and Spanish. Languages spoken are indicated on a therapist’s directory profile.
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
A culturally sensitive therapist is respectful and considerate of all groups, and may have specific expertise with individuals of a certain ethnicity. These considerations can help a client feel understood and can improve the therapeutic alliance. While some people think highlighting race and ethnicity could promote stereotypes and bias, most agree that knowledge about cultural differences enhances the alliance between therapist and client.
How can I recognize a therapist who has expertise working with Hispanic and Latino clients?
Successful therapy depends a great deal on the relationship between client and therapist. Start by asking the therapist about their overall approach to therapy. You may then wish to ask about the therapist’s educational background and any additional training in cultural sensitivity that they have undertaken.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience with Hispanic and Latino clients?
Ask a potential therapist whether they've worked with individuals who share this background or whether they’ve worked in these communities. If so, you may wish to ask them to elaborate on ways that they feel especially prepared to work with Hispanic and Latino clients. If they have not worked with such clients, they may know someone who has and be able to make a referral.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Hispanic and Latino therapists?
The directory of Hispanic and Latino therapists includes providers who have identified their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profiles, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. When the number of therapists near you who identify as Hispanic and Latino is limited, the directory will also show therapists with comprehensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.