John Helmer
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
La Mesa, CA 91942
Let's Connect (619) 648-3682
Do you want to be heard, understood, and create positive changes in your life? People generally do, and these qualities are important when seeking out a therapist. Establishing rapport to ensure I am a good professional fit is central to my approach. The foundation of my approach is helping patients identify their strengths so they can utilize them in their daily lives. At the end of the day you're an expert in your own life and I collaborate with you to identify what's going on to help create change.
While I consider myself a generalist practitioner, my specialties include depression, anxiety, chronic pain, psychosocial factors associated with diabetes and other health-related issues, healthy lifestyle changes, PTSD, substance use, and stress management. Additionally, I have worked in various settings including medical facilities, VA, community mental health, and inpatient.
My primary counseling approach is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) while incorporating mindfulness, relaxation and solution-focused techniques as appropriate. Helping people create positive change in their lives is something I value highly and something I'm lucky to do for a living.
Call or Email John Helmer now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 648-3682
Let's Connect (619) 648-3682
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Health Net
- Managed Health Network (MHN)
- Optum
- TRICARE
- TriWest
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
John Helmer
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 648-3682
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY28837 John Helmer
- In Practice for 20 years
- Attended California School of Professional Psychology, Graduated 2015
- Licensed by State of California / PSY28837
- License: Board of Behavioral Sciences LCSW61313 / 2014
- Degree/Diploma from Syracuse University Master of Social Work (MSW) / 2006
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
John Helmer
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (619) 648-3682
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Health-related Issues
Expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Diabetes Management
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obesity
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Weight Loss
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
John Helmer
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (619) 648-3682
Location
Additional Location
Telehealth Office
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 648-3682