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Brenda Bridges
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129
Hello, I'm Brenda! I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I will also genuinely provide support and hope, especially when your life seems to be more than you can handle.
Hello, I'm Brenda! I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I will also genuinely provide support and hope, especially when your life seems to be more than you can handle.
(858) 683-8776 View (858) 683-8776
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Adrian Reveles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129
My name is Adrian Reveles. I am a compassionate, seasoned, and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I specialize in reducing negative symptoms and behaviors stemming from traumatic experiences, grief & loss, substance abuse, work stress, partner/marital conflict, family conflict, and family stress due to gang involvement and substance abuse. I work with clients via telehealth, serving many populations, cultures, and groups. I aim to help (YOU) move forward through healing, learning how to manage anxiety, empowering (YOU), and psycho-education.
My name is Adrian Reveles. I am a compassionate, seasoned, and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I specialize in reducing negative symptoms and behaviors stemming from traumatic experiences, grief & loss, substance abuse, work stress, partner/marital conflict, family conflict, and family stress due to gang involvement and substance abuse. I work with clients via telehealth, serving many populations, cultures, and groups. I aim to help (YOU) move forward through healing, learning how to manage anxiety, empowering (YOU), and psycho-education.
(858) 267-4609 View (858) 267-4609
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Sanam Nourazari
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92129
I am a registered Marriage and Family Therapy Associate (AMFT) working with individuals, couples, families, and children who have faced trauma and challenging life experiences.
Are you battling anxiety, depression and relationship issues? Do life transitions like immigration, post-partum depression, divorce, or loss weigh heavily on your shoulders? Are you seeking to strengthen your bond with your children? Are you hoping for your children to excel academically, mentally, and emotionally? Clients like you find a special place in my practice where their voice resonates, their feelings matter, and healing begins.
I am a registered Marriage and Family Therapy Associate (AMFT) working with individuals, couples, families, and children who have faced trauma and challenging life experiences.
Are you battling anxiety, depression and relationship issues? Do life transitions like immigration, post-partum depression, divorce, or loss weigh heavily on your shoulders? Are you seeking to strengthen your bond with your children? Are you hoping for your children to excel academically, mentally, and emotionally? Clients like you find a special place in my practice where their voice resonates, their feelings matter, and healing begins.
(858) 358-7754 View (858) 358-7754
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Natzayeth Barrales
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129
My name is Natzayeth Barrales, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, California and working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I received my Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University and I have over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in anxiety, stress, trauma, and depression disorders using a variety of modalities depending on a client's goals and needs. I believe in creating a safe place for my clients where they can begin to feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow and make lasting change.
My name is Natzayeth Barrales, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in Los Angeles, California and working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I received my Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University and I have over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in anxiety, stress, trauma, and depression disorders using a variety of modalities depending on a client's goals and needs. I believe in creating a safe place for my clients where they can begin to feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow and make lasting change.
(323) 996-3650 View (323) 996-3650
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Dr. Mark Gregory Karris
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92129
Dr. Mark Gregory Karris, located in San Diego, is a marriage and family therapist renowned for his expertise in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) along with various other cutting-edge methods aimed at enhancing couple's connections and overcoming relational hurdles. Therapy is meticulously customized to the distinct needs of the couple, leveraging his broad background as a university professor, author, researcher, and workshop leader. Renowned for his exceptional skill in addressing complex relationship dynamics, Dr. Karris holds a stellar reputation in the field. Reach out to him today!
Dr. Mark Gregory Karris, located in San Diego, is a marriage and family therapist renowned for his expertise in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) along with various other cutting-edge methods aimed at enhancing couple's connections and overcoming relational hurdles. Therapy is meticulously customized to the distinct needs of the couple, leveraging his broad background as a university professor, author, researcher, and workshop leader. Renowned for his exceptional skill in addressing complex relationship dynamics, Dr. Karris holds a stellar reputation in the field. Reach out to him today!
(619) 492-3775 View (619) 492-3775
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Rancho Bernardo Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129
Rancho Bernardo Counseling Services(with offices in RB and San Marcos) exists to help you with counseling and support as you address your life, relationships and challenges that face you. With years of experience, Samuel Brumit would like to help you where you at and get you to where you want to go. With a number of tools, he'll help you examine your issues with lots of care. Relationships can be challenging and sometimes you just need help in developing skills to enhance communication, resolve conflict, etc. RB Counseling services can help. Marriage and couple's work is a specialty.
Rancho Bernardo Counseling Services(with offices in RB and San Marcos) exists to help you with counseling and support as you address your life, relationships and challenges that face you. With years of experience, Samuel Brumit would like to help you where you at and get you to where you want to go. With a number of tools, he'll help you examine your issues with lots of care. Relationships can be challenging and sometimes you just need help in developing skills to enhance communication, resolve conflict, etc. RB Counseling services can help. Marriage and couple's work is a specialty.
(858) 207-3722 View (858) 207-3722
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Jordanne Stacy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92129  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, panic attacks, addiction, relationship struggles, or generally missing something in life? Feeling stuck in an endless cycle of procrastination, fears about the uncertainty of the future, or guilt, shame and resentments from the past? If so, you are not alone! Many people spend their entire lives in this mental and emotional agony and that doesn't have to be you. Overcoming these challenges can be difficult on your own, working with a licensed professional may save you years of learning by trial and error. You can overcome and balance the emotional and behavioral impediments in your life.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, panic attacks, addiction, relationship struggles, or generally missing something in life? Feeling stuck in an endless cycle of procrastination, fears about the uncertainty of the future, or guilt, shame and resentments from the past? If so, you are not alone! Many people spend their entire lives in this mental and emotional agony and that doesn't have to be you. Overcoming these challenges can be difficult on your own, working with a licensed professional may save you years of learning by trial and error. You can overcome and balance the emotional and behavioral impediments in your life.
(858) 358-7312 View (858) 358-7312
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Marcia K Garceau
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129  (Online Only)
Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, PhD, LMFT with over 15 years of clinical experience helping individuals and couples acquire strategies and solutions to overcome general anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, panic, PTSD, phobias, depression, relationship problems, weight loss, other self-sabotaging behavior, career and life transitions, grief, and parenting/family issues.
Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, PhD, LMFT with over 15 years of clinical experience helping individuals and couples acquire strategies and solutions to overcome general anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, panic, PTSD, phobias, depression, relationship problems, weight loss, other self-sabotaging behavior, career and life transitions, grief, and parenting/family issues.
(858) 281-2734 View (858) 281-2734
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Julia Kamp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129  (Online Only)
Ready to begin your journey of self-discovery and healing? Are you tired of emotionally suffering or staying stuck in old patterns? I am here to help you by providing support and building skills through tele-mental health services. I have over 10 years of experience with both military and civilians working with individuals, couples, families, and children struggling with trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship stress, parenting issues, anger management, and much more.
Ready to begin your journey of self-discovery and healing? Are you tired of emotionally suffering or staying stuck in old patterns? I am here to help you by providing support and building skills through tele-mental health services. I have over 10 years of experience with both military and civilians working with individuals, couples, families, and children struggling with trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, relationship stress, parenting issues, anger management, and much more.
(619) 473-2753 View (619) 473-2753
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Rachyl Nyoka
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129  (Online Only)
Healing is never a linear journey; and often we need to give ourselves permission to heal from the same things more than once. We are always learning and growing - and sometimes it's necessary to stop and look at what we've learned and grown and ask ourselves if we want to continue carrying it all. Whether you're struggling to cope with a changing world, finding difficulty navigating your relationships, or having specific mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, or unresolved traumas, I will encourage and support you as you commit to yourself and explore and challenge your own attitudes, ideas, stories, and beliefs.
Healing is never a linear journey; and often we need to give ourselves permission to heal from the same things more than once. We are always learning and growing - and sometimes it's necessary to stop and look at what we've learned and grown and ask ourselves if we want to continue carrying it all. Whether you're struggling to cope with a changing world, finding difficulty navigating your relationships, or having specific mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, or unresolved traumas, I will encourage and support you as you commit to yourself and explore and challenge your own attitudes, ideas, stories, and beliefs.
(619) 492-2232 View (619) 492-2232
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Penelope Young Andrade
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92129
My ideal client is a person who doesn't want to give up on him/her/themself and the dream of a fulfilling life. I support clients to know the truth: they deserve love and success no matter what wounds they've experienced. I help people uncover the deep wisdom and restorative potential living within them. I do this gently in the present moment by reconnecting clients with healing, embodied emotional experience in safe connection with me. This gets vitality and intuition moving again I support people to take responsibility (but not blame) in any life/work/relationship upset because this is what works!
My ideal client is a person who doesn't want to give up on him/her/themself and the dream of a fulfilling life. I support clients to know the truth: they deserve love and success no matter what wounds they've experienced. I help people uncover the deep wisdom and restorative potential living within them. I do this gently in the present moment by reconnecting clients with healing, embodied emotional experience in safe connection with me. This gets vitality and intuition moving again I support people to take responsibility (but not blame) in any life/work/relationship upset because this is what works!
(858) 799-0079 View (858) 799-0079
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Eva Kuncewicki
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129
I'm a licensed MFT who specializes in trauma, attachment issues, love addiction, and codependent relationships. As a multicultural therapist, I tailor my interventions to help clients develop specific skills to cope with difficult feelings and/or explore obstacles and underlying issues that interfere with personal fulfillment.
I'm a licensed MFT who specializes in trauma, attachment issues, love addiction, and codependent relationships. As a multicultural therapist, I tailor my interventions to help clients develop specific skills to cope with difficult feelings and/or explore obstacles and underlying issues that interfere with personal fulfillment.
(415) 634-3891 View (415) 634-3891
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Jennifer Konzen
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, CST, CCDC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129  (Online Only)
I work with couples to renew the fire in their love life and sexual relationship, couples affected by addiction, as well as couples who are no longer communicating or are on the brink of divorce. I counsel men and women who have experienced depression, anxiety, and OCD. I work with individuals dealing with grief, trauma, sexual abuse, and childhood or partner violence. I also work with parents and adolescents. I am a Certified Sex Therapist and a Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor.
I work with couples to renew the fire in their love life and sexual relationship, couples affected by addiction, as well as couples who are no longer communicating or are on the brink of divorce. I counsel men and women who have experienced depression, anxiety, and OCD. I work with individuals dealing with grief, trauma, sexual abuse, and childhood or partner violence. I also work with parents and adolescents. I am a Certified Sex Therapist and a Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor.
(858) 217-4992 View (858) 217-4992
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Kathryn Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129
Do you remember that children's song about going on a bear hunt? Can't go over it! Can't go under it! We've got to go through it! Life is full of situations that can leave us feeling much like this song. In working with individuals and families, including children (ages 4+) and adolescents, adults, and their caregivers, my hope is for you to find new solutions to the challenges you are facing every day. I may not be able to get you over it or under it, but I am here to help you through it.
Do you remember that children's song about going on a bear hunt? Can't go over it! Can't go under it! We've got to go through it! Life is full of situations that can leave us feeling much like this song. In working with individuals and families, including children (ages 4+) and adolescents, adults, and their caregivers, my hope is for you to find new solutions to the challenges you are facing every day. I may not be able to get you over it or under it, but I am here to help you through it.
(858) 736-9990 View (858) 736-9990
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Candice April Ruttner-Duryea
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129
"I can be changed by what happens to me, but I refuse to be reduced by it."- Maya Angelou. Often when being faced with the choice to seek help, sometimes there is embarrassment of needing that help. I offer therapy that is open, honest and no matter what has happened, the choice to change is your greatest accomplishment. The past can strengthen us with its lessons, but it's a crime when it destroys our beautiful souls under its shame. I specialize in Eating Disorders, PTSD, Trauma and Children. Please visit My website, or call me for more informaiton
"I can be changed by what happens to me, but I refuse to be reduced by it."- Maya Angelou. Often when being faced with the choice to seek help, sometimes there is embarrassment of needing that help. I offer therapy that is open, honest and no matter what has happened, the choice to change is your greatest accomplishment. The past can strengthen us with its lessons, but it's a crime when it destroys our beautiful souls under its shame. I specialize in Eating Disorders, PTSD, Trauma and Children. Please visit My website, or call me for more informaiton
(619) 870-1376 View (619) 870-1376
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Wendy Kaiser
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129
Tired of feeling anxious or depressed? Insecure? Do you ever wonder, "Why can't I stop these anxious thoughts and behaviors? Why do I keep having difficulty with people? I just want it to stop!" If these sound like the thoughts that go through your mind, I'd like to help. I have the utmost respect for anyone who is willing to dig deeper in search of the answers to these questions. I also love working with couples to change patterns in order to create a safe, satisfying connection. Integration of your faith is welcome in my practice if this is your preference. Trauma survivors -- I am here for you!
Tired of feeling anxious or depressed? Insecure? Do you ever wonder, "Why can't I stop these anxious thoughts and behaviors? Why do I keep having difficulty with people? I just want it to stop!" If these sound like the thoughts that go through your mind, I'd like to help. I have the utmost respect for anyone who is willing to dig deeper in search of the answers to these questions. I also love working with couples to change patterns in order to create a safe, satisfying connection. Integration of your faith is welcome in my practice if this is your preference. Trauma survivors -- I am here for you!
(858) 330-6936 View (858) 330-6936
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Christy A. George
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92129
Are you a highly intelligent person who struggles with stress, anxiety, past trauma or in connecting with others? As a therapist with nearly 15 years of experience, I specialize in working with gifted and twice-exceptional (2E) children, teens, and adults who face unique challenges in life and relationships. I can help you or your child to resolve existential crises, move through tough life transitions, and to feel more confident doing so. My clients are typically people who have intense interests ranging from logical to highly creative, and often value personal growth and are committed to investing in themselves.
Are you a highly intelligent person who struggles with stress, anxiety, past trauma or in connecting with others? As a therapist with nearly 15 years of experience, I specialize in working with gifted and twice-exceptional (2E) children, teens, and adults who face unique challenges in life and relationships. I can help you or your child to resolve existential crises, move through tough life transitions, and to feel more confident doing so. My clients are typically people who have intense interests ranging from logical to highly creative, and often value personal growth and are committed to investing in themselves.
(760) 530-6026 View (760) 530-6026
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Christopher Lawver
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129
I often talk about how empaths and narcissists have a magnetic attraction to one another which is true, but an empath who stays in such an environment is usually an unhealed empath. An empath who over gives without boundaries. An empath who holds onto false hope that the other person will change. Become a self care warrior, and empowered. You Do You! Am empath will carry unhealed wounds, that they're responsible for another persons behavior and moods.
I often talk about how empaths and narcissists have a magnetic attraction to one another which is true, but an empath who stays in such an environment is usually an unhealed empath. An empath who over gives without boundaries. An empath who holds onto false hope that the other person will change. Become a self care warrior, and empowered. You Do You! Am empath will carry unhealed wounds, that they're responsible for another persons behavior and moods.
(818) 962-4631 View (818) 962-4631
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Jeffrey Tang
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92129  (Online Only)
When you look in the mirror, do you find yourself asking, “Am I enough?” Do you have this nagging suspicion that something is deeply wrong? Has it started to affect your relationships, your work, your overall sense of peace? It’s likely that you’ve had experiences that no matter what you do, you just can’t seem to forget. These experiences shape your reality, fuel your anxieties, leaving you on edge and burnt out. What would it feel to like to let go of the pain you’ve carried for so long? Imagine what life would be like if you had the emotional space and clarity to be the best you.
When you look in the mirror, do you find yourself asking, “Am I enough?” Do you have this nagging suspicion that something is deeply wrong? Has it started to affect your relationships, your work, your overall sense of peace? It’s likely that you’ve had experiences that no matter what you do, you just can’t seem to forget. These experiences shape your reality, fuel your anxieties, leaving you on edge and burnt out. What would it feel to like to let go of the pain you’ve carried for so long? Imagine what life would be like if you had the emotional space and clarity to be the best you.
(619) 664-4688 View (619) 664-4688
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Amber Monroe, LMFT Counseling Services Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129
Hello, my name is Michele Bussell, LMFT and I respect how much courage it takes to do this emotional work and healing. It is my belief that all clients have untapped wisdom & strengths. We will use your personal resources to increase insight, healing, and improved functioning. I thoroughly enjoy working with adults, teens and couples. I have valuable experiencing working with a variety of populations. I have worked in crisis and residential treatment programs, school-based counseling programs, adult drug court substance programs, and behavioral health centers.
Hello, my name is Michele Bussell, LMFT and I respect how much courage it takes to do this emotional work and healing. It is my belief that all clients have untapped wisdom & strengths. We will use your personal resources to increase insight, healing, and improved functioning. I thoroughly enjoy working with adults, teens and couples. I have valuable experiencing working with a variety of populations. I have worked in crisis and residential treatment programs, school-based counseling programs, adult drug court substance programs, and behavioral health centers.
(619) 831-8694 View (619) 831-8694
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.