Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

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San Diego, CA 92117

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Relationships still feel difficult, even when you're trying your best. You may be reading the books, following relationship experts on social media, and genuinely trying to apply what you learn, yet still feeling unfulfilled in your relationships with loved ones. No matter how hard you try, the same familiar patterns keep showing up. You might feel frustrated when issues come up because, even though you know how you want to respond, your reactions seem to take over anyway. You replay conversations and overanalyze what you said or didn't say. Even through the struggle, you believe the life and relationships you want are possible.

Many of the people we work with are motivated adults who care deeply about their lives and relationships, yet they still struggle to maintain healthy connections. Together, we explore how childhood experiences influence your relationships, learn how to set healthy boundaries, and build communication skills that help you express your needs more confidently.

At Inward Healing Therapy, our trauma therapy integrates compassionate guidance with evidence-based approaches to help you heal the parts of yourself that have been carrying pain for far too long. We offer a supportive space to slow down, make sense of these experiences, and move toward healthier ways of relating, at a pace that feels right for you.

Call or Email Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support now for a free 15 minute consultation - (559) 272-6097

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Inward Healing Therapy

San Diego, CA 92117

(559) 272-6097

San Diego, CA 92117

Website

We provide virtual trauma therapy for adults ready to heal from traumatic relationships. Utilizing IFS, EFT, CBT and DBT.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety

$185 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and families

If you often struggle in relationships and carry old wounds from childhood, you don't have to keep carrying that alone. We can support you.

Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Let's Connect (559) 272-6097

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Inward Healing Therapy

San Diego, CA 92117

(559) 272-6097

San Diego, CA 92117

Website

We provide virtual trauma therapy for adults ready to heal from traumatic relationships. Utilizing IFS, EFT, CBT and DBT.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety

$185 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and families

If you often struggle in relationships and carry old wounds from childhood, you don't have to keep carrying that alone. We can support you.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $185
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem
Out of Network

We are private pay and have one therapist who is in-network with Aetna. Our rates vary, so reach out today and schedule a free consult to get more information on how we can support you in starting your healing journey. We look forward to connecting with you!

Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 272-6097

Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 272-6097

Qualifications

Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Samantha Arreola

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 96141 Samantha Arreola

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 12 years

Attended California State University, Fresno, Masters of Social Work, Graduated 2016

We make sure to continue learning new treatment modalities that best serve the clients we work with. In the past year, we have completed trainings in treating Complex PTSD, IFS, Disassociation training, Emotion-Focused Training, and we always stay up to date on continuing education credits.

Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 272-6097

Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 272-6097

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Depression
Anxiety

Expertise

Anger Management
Behavioral Issues
Bisexual
Body Image
Career Counseling
Child
Codependency
Coping Skills
Family Conflict
Grief
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sexual Abuse
Spirituality
Stress

We're right for you if you struggle with perfectionism, people-pleasing, or self-doubt. Feel anxious or insecure in relationships. Have trouble setting boundaries or speaking up for your needs. Find yourself attracted to unhealthy relationships or feel uneasy in healthy ones. Have experienced relationship challenges you want to heal from. Grew up with high expectations and little emotional support

Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 272-6097

Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 272-6097

10 Endorsements

Alayna Baillod

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Samantha is an incredible therapist & truly shows up in a passionate, wholehearted manner with her clients. She is an excellent Brain Spotting provider & trauma therapist! Highly recommend!

Ryan Perisho

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Samantha's warm and welcoming energy invites others in to connect with her and benefit from her knowledgeable and capable treatment style.

Ashley K Moody

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Samantha is a gifted trauma informed therapist, warm, validating, and deeply insightful. Her presence is healing, and she empowers both clients and colleagues alike. If you know Sam, you're lucky, she's truly exceptional at holding space for others.

Nadia Fiorita, Holistic Anxiety Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMWC

I highly recommend Samantha for anyone seeking support around childhood trauma, relationship struggles, or patterns of anxious attachment. She brings deep compassion and clinical expertise to her work and her approach creates a safe, empowering space.

Jalyse Stewart

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA

Samantha offers a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to healing childhood wounds and navigating relationship struggles. Her work with anxious attachment, narcissistic abuse and inner child healing helps clients build safety, self-trust, and emotional.

The BDD and OCD Centre of Greater New York

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS, MSW

Samantha is your go to therapist when you're dealing with any relationship issue. She is empathic and is able to help clients through any struggle to live in here now and a full life. I highly recommend her as a clinician.

Overcome Self-Doubt & Anxiety - Kelsey Ryan

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW

Samantha is a warm, dedicated therapist who supports clients in creating real change. Whether they're healing childhood trauma, navigating relationship challenges, or working through insecure attachment, she meets each client exactly where they are.

Women's Therapist- Carly Murillo

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP

I really appreciate Samantha's approach to helping individuals heal from hurt in past relationships and experiences. She is highly skilled in improving communication, self acceptance and empowerment. I strongly recommend Samantha!

Samara Muniz: Psych Evaluation for Immigration

LMHC

Samanta is a thoughtful and skilled clinician who helps clients work through trauma and childhood wounds with care and depth. Her approach supports meaningful healing and healthier relationships. She creates a safe, grounded space where real change happen.

Changing Tides: Couples/ADHD/Trauma

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I highly recommend working with Samantha to focus on self discovery work is so critical to growth within relationships. She brings such gentle guidance through the most difficult of situations, allowing guidance and growth of the individual.

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Brainspotting
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Eclectic
Emotionally Focused
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Interpersonal
Person-Centered
Psychodynamic
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Somatic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

We use a blend of approaches, including: IFS (Internal Family Systems) to help you understand and heal the parts of yourself that carry pain. Psychodynamic Therapy to explore the roots of your patterns. Inner Child Healing to support your emotional growth and resilience. CBT and DBT skills to support in challenging the inner critic and with emotional regulation. We tailor our approach to you.

Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 272-6097

Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (559) 272-6097

Location

Primary Location

Inward Healing Therapy

San Diego, CA 92117

(559) 272-6097

Email Us

Website

Additional Location

San Diego, CA 92117

(559) 272-6097

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

San Diego

Zips

Neighborhoods

We provide virtual trauma therapy for adults ready to heal from traumatic relationships. Utilizing IFS, EFT, CBT and DBT.

Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (559) 272-6097

We provide virtual trauma therapy for adults ready to heal from traumatic relationships. Utilizing IFS, EFT, CBT and DBT.

Inner Child Healing & Relationship Support

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (559) 272-6097

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