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Kelly McCullough

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3252 Holiday Court Ste 209 La Jolla, CA 92037
We help kids, teens, and young adults who struggle with anxiety gain the confidence they need to put themselves out there and build healthy relationships. Our clients struggle just like you and your kids do. Despite being bright, academically high achieving, and able to seemingly balance it all, life is still hard. When they first come in, they are in a relentless cycle of never feeling “good enough” and are stuck comparing themselves to everyone else. They may start their day with reserved hope as they head to school, and come home a total wreck. You are doing your best, but you don’t always know the right thing to say.
We will work together by first identifying the negative patterns that are holding your family back and then establishing a plan to move things forward. We emphasize a strengths-based approach, so we are always looking for what already works. We have specialized training and experience treating anxiety/OCD, depression, relationship conflict, and trauma.
If you want to help your child or teen build the confidence and resiliency skills to live up to their full potential, you’re in the right place. We'd love to help you and your family get there. We specialize in empirically supported, evidence-based treatments for kids and teens with anxiety/OCD and depression. Call us today; we are here to help.
Call or Kelly McCullough now for a free 15 minute consultation - (858) 923-2489

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

La Jolla Therapy Center

3252 Holiday Court Ste 209

La Jolla, CA 92037 map

(858) 923-2489
My website
We offer appointments in-person in our beautiful La Jolla office and over video. Evening and weekend appointments are available.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Stress 
$250 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Hi there! I'm Kelly with La Jolla Therapy Center. Call us today to learn how we can support you and your family.
Kelly McCullough
Let's Connect (858) 923-2489
Photo of Kelly McCullough, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

La Jolla Therapy Center

3252 Holiday Court Ste 209

La Jolla, CA 92037 map

(858) 923-2489
My website
We offer appointments in-person in our beautiful La Jolla office and over video. Evening and weekend appointments are available.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Stress 
$250 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Hi there! I'm Kelly with La Jolla Therapy Center. Call us today to learn how we can support you and your family.
Kelly McCullough

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $250
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Optum
  • Spring Health EAP
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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We are in-network with United/Optum. We also offer super bills for those going out-of-network to help with reimbursement. We do offer sliding scale pricing as well. Please reach out with any questions, we are happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Photo of Kelly McCullough, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 923-2489
"
We are in-network with United/Optum. We also offer super bills for those going out-of-network to help with reimbursement. We do offer sliding scale pricing as well. Please reach out with any questions, we are happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Photo of Kelly McCullough, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 923-2489

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LCSW 80807 Kelly McCullough
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended San Diego State University
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board C018315 / 2025
  • Certificate from Allegheny Health Network and the Rowan University Trauma-Focused CBT Certified / 2018
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We are a team of licensed therapists who specialize in treating children and adolescents. We treat anxiety/OCD, depression, and ADHD.
Photo of Kelly McCullough, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 923-2489
"
We are a team of licensed therapists who specialize in treating children and adolescents. We treat anxiety/OCD, depression, and ADHD.
Photo of Kelly McCullough, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 923-2489

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Stress

Expertise

  • Behavioral Issues
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Our team is trained in a variety of effective, evidence-based interventions proven to treat anxiety, depression, and stress effectively. With our support, we'll equip you with practical tools and strategies to face your fears and interrupt the avoidance cycle, identify negative thoughts and challenge worst-case scenario thinking, and minimize stress associated with intrusive thoughts.
Photo of Kelly McCullough, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 923-2489
"
Our team is trained in a variety of effective, evidence-based interventions proven to treat anxiety, depression, and stress effectively. With our support, we'll equip you with practical tools and strategies to face your fears and interrupt the avoidance cycle, identify negative thoughts and challenge worst-case scenario thinking, and minimize stress associated with intrusive thoughts.
Photo of Kelly McCullough, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 923-2489

8 Endorsements

Fred Kutnick
Fred Kutnick
Clinical Social Work/TherapistFred KutnickLCSW
Kelly is my go-to referral for kids and teens in the San Diego area. Between her insight, compassionate approach, and dedication to her craft, she is someone i'm grateful to have had as a mentor and supervisor.
Georgie Head
Georgie Head
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateMAAMFT
Kelly is one of the most incredible therapists I know! She creates a space where clients feel understood and accepted while providing thoughtful, evidence-based care. Her knowledge and experience is truly inspiring!

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Arabic
Mandarin
Spanish

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Arabic
Mandarin
Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Gottman Method
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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We frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in our practice. During our time together, we will help you identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns to help you get unstuck. We also teach specific, concrete skills to help you cope with those difficult thoughts and emotions when they arise.
Photo of Kelly McCullough, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 923-2489
"
We frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in our practice. During our time together, we will help you identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns to help you get unstuck. We also teach specific, concrete skills to help you cope with those difficult thoughts and emotions when they arise.
Photo of Kelly McCullough, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 923-2489

Location

Primary Location

La Jolla Therapy Center

3252 Holiday Court Ste 209

La Jolla, CA 92037

(858) 923-2489
"
We offer appointments in-person in our beautiful La Jolla office and over video. Evening and weekend appointments are available.
Photo of Kelly McCullough, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (858) 923-2489
"
We offer appointments in-person in our beautiful La Jolla office and over video. Evening and weekend appointments are available.
Photo of Kelly McCullough, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (858) 923-2489