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Georgina Ramirez, MFT (Bilingual)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, English, Spanish
Verified Verified
Del Mar, CA 92014
"Feeling tired, confused, stressed out, and don't know why? Are you worried about your relationships and your level of satisfaction in life?" Georgina is a professional, caring, and practical BILINGUAL & BI-CULTURAL (Eng/Spanish) THERAPIST WITH 20+ YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE. LICENSED AS A MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST AND EFFECTIVELY WORKING WITH INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES AND FAMILIES. CONFIDENTIAL. Georgina specializes in Relationship Issues (premarital, marital problems, affairs, financial stress, divorce); Trauma Recovery (post traumatic stress, victims of crime, grief, death, dying); Teen Issues (op-positional/defiant, peer pressure); Women's Issues (loving too much, dependency, co-dependency); Anxiety or Fears, Career Development, and Depression.
"Feeling tired, confused, stressed out, and don't know why? Are you worried about your relationships and your level of satisfaction in life?" Georgina is a professional, caring, and practical BILINGUAL & BI-CULTURAL (Eng/Spanish) THERAPIST WITH 20+ YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE. LICENSED AS A MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST AND EFFECTIVELY WORKING WITH INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES AND FAMILIES. CONFIDENTIAL. Georgina specializes in Relationship Issues (premarital, marital problems, affairs, financial stress, divorce); Trauma Recovery (post traumatic stress, victims of crime, grief, death, dying); Teen Issues (op-positional/defiant, peer pressure); Women's Issues (loving too much, dependency, co-dependency); Anxiety or Fears, Career Development, and Depression.
(858) 779-4953 View (858) 779-4953
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Therapy Center and Family Counseling Corporation
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Del Mar, CA 92014
We specialize and treat depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, addiction and relationship concerns. We also provide parent training and coaching. Our team specializes in working extensively with adolescents, children, and families in traditional outpatient services. My name is Jamak and I am the Co-Founder of Therapy Center and Family Counseling Corporation. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. I use a humanistic, and culturally sensitive approach to all topics that may be encountered.
We specialize and treat depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, addiction and relationship concerns. We also provide parent training and coaching. Our team specializes in working extensively with adolescents, children, and families in traditional outpatient services. My name is Jamak and I am the Co-Founder of Therapy Center and Family Counseling Corporation. I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. I use a humanistic, and culturally sensitive approach to all topics that may be encountered.
(858) 753-6398 View (858) 753-6398
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Karen Harten Broida
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Del Mar, CA 92014  (Online Only)
Selecting a therapist to trust can be daunting. As in any relationship, there must be a good match on many levels. New clients often ask me, "What is your technique?" In my twenty-five plus years of experience, I have learned not to apply a blueprint of "one-size fits all," but to focus upon the particular problems, and stressors that have brought you to seek help. My clients have expressed appreciation for my pro-active style; I am compassionate but not passive during sessions. My training in both hypnosis and mindfulness has given me unique tools to help my clients when appropriate.
Selecting a therapist to trust can be daunting. As in any relationship, there must be a good match on many levels. New clients often ask me, "What is your technique?" In my twenty-five plus years of experience, I have learned not to apply a blueprint of "one-size fits all," but to focus upon the particular problems, and stressors that have brought you to seek help. My clients have expressed appreciation for my pro-active style; I am compassionate but not passive during sessions. My training in both hypnosis and mindfulness has given me unique tools to help my clients when appropriate.
(858) 500-3886 View (858) 500-3886
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Linda S. Rose
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LPCC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Del Mar, CA 92014  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction and/or low self-esteem? Do you long to be in a healthy, committed relationship but don't know how? With 30 years' experience, I offer inspired, compassionate counseling for women, men, and teens that will assist you with identifying and overcoming barriers to your well-being. I use an integrative approach tailored to your specific goals. For individuals, I offer expertise in healing the issues of adult children of alcoholics, adult children of narcissistic parents, abuse, depression, anxiety, addiction, codependency, and coping with mental illness in a family member.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction and/or low self-esteem? Do you long to be in a healthy, committed relationship but don't know how? With 30 years' experience, I offer inspired, compassionate counseling for women, men, and teens that will assist you with identifying and overcoming barriers to your well-being. I use an integrative approach tailored to your specific goals. For individuals, I offer expertise in healing the issues of adult children of alcoholics, adult children of narcissistic parents, abuse, depression, anxiety, addiction, codependency, and coping with mental illness in a family member.
(858) 524-3187 View (858) 524-3187
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Shawna Hogan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Del Mar, CA 92014
Hello! I have an eclectic array of modalities, including cognitive-behavioral, systems, narrative, and psychodynamic, but my primary goal is to work with you to meet your wants and needs. I have experience with individuals, couples, adolescents, families, and older adults.
Hello! I have an eclectic array of modalities, including cognitive-behavioral, systems, narrative, and psychodynamic, but my primary goal is to work with you to meet your wants and needs. I have experience with individuals, couples, adolescents, families, and older adults.
(858) 295-0138 View (858) 295-0138
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#1 Psychological Evaluations & Testing Service
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD
Verified Verified
Del Mar, CA 92014
Founded in 1993, Help Therapy has a team of over 50 licensed neuropsychologists and psychologists who offer a wide range of psychological evaluations. For patients who need extra support, therapy is also offered. Patients are matched to a provider of their choice based on their specific needs and preferences. Clinicians work with seniors, adults and youth (age 7+) all throughout California.
Founded in 1993, Help Therapy has a team of over 50 licensed neuropsychologists and psychologists who offer a wide range of psychological evaluations. For patients who need extra support, therapy is also offered. Patients are matched to a provider of their choice based on their specific needs and preferences. Clinicians work with seniors, adults and youth (age 7+) all throughout California.
(855) 449-0159 View (855) 449-0159
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Nadine Hyde
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Del Mar, CA 92014  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with clients from all backgrounds. I believe therapy is a collaborative process with the overall goal to achieve healthier balance and desired goals. Life has many challenges and we can all benefit from some support and guidance during difficult times in our lives. In my practice, I have worked extensively with individuals, couples, and adolescents. I work with the insights gained in therapy so clients feel validated and accepted, in their journey to achieve the lives they want to lead.
I enjoy working with clients from all backgrounds. I believe therapy is a collaborative process with the overall goal to achieve healthier balance and desired goals. Life has many challenges and we can all benefit from some support and guidance during difficult times in our lives. In my practice, I have worked extensively with individuals, couples, and adolescents. I work with the insights gained in therapy so clients feel validated and accepted, in their journey to achieve the lives they want to lead.
(858) 529-1533 View (858) 529-1533
Angela Phillips
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Del Mar, CA 92014
Everyone encounters challenges and new situations in life. We all want to meet these challenges with confidence, and hope to have acquired the necessary skills along the way to do so. Occasionally, however, we find that the tools that once worked for us no longer do. We may then feel frustrated, unsure of ourselves and have difficulty moving forward. These very challenges, however, help us grow, develop a greater awareness of ourselves and others, and empower us to make good choices. A caring and experienced therapist can help with these challenges...
Everyone encounters challenges and new situations in life. We all want to meet these challenges with confidence, and hope to have acquired the necessary skills along the way to do so. Occasionally, however, we find that the tools that once worked for us no longer do. We may then feel frustrated, unsure of ourselves and have difficulty moving forward. These very challenges, however, help us grow, develop a greater awareness of ourselves and others, and empower us to make good choices. A caring and experienced therapist can help with these challenges...
(858) 386-7806 View (858) 386-7806
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Wendy Salazar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Del Mar, CA 92014  (Online Only)
I utilize a holistic approach to address issues and bring about deep healing of the mind/body/spirit. We can work together to resolve your relationship problems, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting problems, low self-esteem, spiritual issues, grief, or any other difficult life experience that you may be dealing with. I am here to provide you with a safe, empathetic space in which to share and discover the meaning in the suffering that you've been experiencing in order to be able to heal from it on a deep level and improve your life.
I utilize a holistic approach to address issues and bring about deep healing of the mind/body/spirit. We can work together to resolve your relationship problems, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting problems, low self-esteem, spiritual issues, grief, or any other difficult life experience that you may be dealing with. I am here to provide you with a safe, empathetic space in which to share and discover the meaning in the suffering that you've been experiencing in order to be able to heal from it on a deep level and improve your life.
(858) 215-1958 View (858) 215-1958
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Chad K Cox
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Del Mar, CA 92014  (Online Only)
Dr. Cox has a experience providing assistance to high performing professionals such as lawyers, doctors, executives, business owners and even other counselors. Courage is needed when facing a personal problem. My mission is to provide compassionate and professional assistance to those struggling with emotional, behavioral or relational problems. I work to provide a safe and supportive environment, free of judgement, where sensitive issues can be explored. You can get help for mood difficulties, drug/alcohol problems or relational concerns. To start, we can have a free consultation to discuss your goals for self-improvement.
Dr. Cox has a experience providing assistance to high performing professionals such as lawyers, doctors, executives, business owners and even other counselors. Courage is needed when facing a personal problem. My mission is to provide compassionate and professional assistance to those struggling with emotional, behavioral or relational problems. I work to provide a safe and supportive environment, free of judgement, where sensitive issues can be explored. You can get help for mood difficulties, drug/alcohol problems or relational concerns. To start, we can have a free consultation to discuss your goals for self-improvement.
(619) 458-3380 View (619) 458-3380
Jeffrey Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Del Mar, CA 92014
Are you looking for insight with something in your life that you are not satisfied with?Maybe I can help. I have worked with many different issues in the 20 years that I have been in practice. I hold a great deal of respect for those who are open to working on whatever problems bring them in. Whether it's depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, understanding yourself better, repetitive destructive patterns or addictions, I believe a supportive and empathic approach is crucial. I also believe that understanding what led us to our struggles is helpful in making the changes we want.
Are you looking for insight with something in your life that you are not satisfied with?Maybe I can help. I have worked with many different issues in the 20 years that I have been in practice. I hold a great deal of respect for those who are open to working on whatever problems bring them in. Whether it's depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, understanding yourself better, repetitive destructive patterns or addictions, I believe a supportive and empathic approach is crucial. I also believe that understanding what led us to our struggles is helpful in making the changes we want.
(619) 717-8930 View (619) 717-8930
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Iren Fellegvari
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, LADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Del Mar, CA 92014
As a life coach I help you to reach your full potential in your business or in your personal life. Biofeedback helps to decrease stress. As a psychologist working with individuals and families I use talk therapy: CBT, DBT, Solution Focused brief therapy or EMDR and ETT, EFT based on the person's choice and comfort level. During my 15 years of praxis I have helped people with anxiety, PTSD, OCD, depression, codependency, sexual, emotional and physical abuse, eating disorder and addictions. Lots of couples regained their love for each other. Teenagers and their parents learnt to solve their problems.
As a life coach I help you to reach your full potential in your business or in your personal life. Biofeedback helps to decrease stress. As a psychologist working with individuals and families I use talk therapy: CBT, DBT, Solution Focused brief therapy or EMDR and ETT, EFT based on the person's choice and comfort level. During my 15 years of praxis I have helped people with anxiety, PTSD, OCD, depression, codependency, sexual, emotional and physical abuse, eating disorder and addictions. Lots of couples regained their love for each other. Teenagers and their parents learnt to solve their problems.
(858) 386-7291 View (858) 386-7291
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Deisy Cristina Boscán
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Del Mar, CA 92014
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.
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.
(619) 304-4638 View (619) 304-4638
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Christina Payton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Del Mar, CA 92014
I am now accepting NEW clients! I offer counseling to individuals and couples, providing assistance in navigating difficult life events, relationship challenges, mood-related disorders, and postpartum depression or anxiety. My background includes working with a diverse client population who present with wide-ranging diagnosis and clinical complexities. In addition to providing therapy to both adults and children, I have extensive experience working with co-occurring disorders in both outpatient and inpatient settings. I am dedicated to working with my clients on identifying and achieving their goals, whatever those may be!
I am now accepting NEW clients! I offer counseling to individuals and couples, providing assistance in navigating difficult life events, relationship challenges, mood-related disorders, and postpartum depression or anxiety. My background includes working with a diverse client population who present with wide-ranging diagnosis and clinical complexities. In addition to providing therapy to both adults and children, I have extensive experience working with co-occurring disorders in both outpatient and inpatient settings. I am dedicated to working with my clients on identifying and achieving their goals, whatever those may be!
(760) 642-1343 View (760) 642-1343
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Azita Hickey
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Del Mar, CA 92014  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with adults. I utilize evidenced based treatment modalities to help you manage stress, depression, anxiety, grief, identity conflicts, and perinatal mental health. I can help you navigate relationship difficulties, managing chronic stress, conquering perfectionism, and finding the balance you seek in life. Life is full of transitions, and I'm dedicated to being your support through them all, whether you're facing graduation, considering a career change, navigating the complexities of breakups and relationships, or dealing with the with the uncertainties of parenthood and fertility.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with adults. I utilize evidenced based treatment modalities to help you manage stress, depression, anxiety, grief, identity conflicts, and perinatal mental health. I can help you navigate relationship difficulties, managing chronic stress, conquering perfectionism, and finding the balance you seek in life. Life is full of transitions, and I'm dedicated to being your support through them all, whether you're facing graduation, considering a career change, navigating the complexities of breakups and relationships, or dealing with the with the uncertainties of parenthood and fertility.
(619) 771-0514 View (619) 771-0514
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Jessica Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Del Mar, CA 92014
I am is a Licensed Clinical Social worker currently working with Clayton Counseling Inc. Previously I had been working as a clinical social work mostly in the hospital setting which allowed me to be exposed to many different behavioral health challenges. I feel strongly that all people have everything they need to heal themselves, but guidance and support can be important when life stressors, loss, traumatic experiences, and biological predisposition throw someone off track.
I am is a Licensed Clinical Social worker currently working with Clayton Counseling Inc. Previously I had been working as a clinical social work mostly in the hospital setting which allowed me to be exposed to many different behavioral health challenges. I feel strongly that all people have everything they need to heal themselves, but guidance and support can be important when life stressors, loss, traumatic experiences, and biological predisposition throw someone off track.
(858) 224-2579 View (858) 224-2579
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Soulstice Counseling and Development, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Del Mar, CA 92014
(540) 712-6459 View (540) 712-6459

Online Therapists

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Kristin Kwiatkowski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Del Mar, CA 92014
(858) 762-9572 View (858) 762-9572

Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.