Marriage Counseling Therapists in San Diego, CA

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John Brandeis Boesky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92116
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Master NLP Practitioner, IFS Practitioner, Dharma Life Coach, and Sports Psychology Consultant, I LOVE my profession; my work is my passion! I feel deeply fulfilled when my support and guidance empowers my clients to achieve their goals and desired outcomes. I offer my clients my engaged presence, insights, intuition, knowledge, transformative tools and techniques, and resources to generate lots of momentum as they endeavor to grow and live their best lives. So if you’re seeking out a seasoned guide with a warm lantern to walk beside you on your heroic journey, please give me a call!!
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Master NLP Practitioner, IFS Practitioner, Dharma Life Coach, and Sports Psychology Consultant, I LOVE my profession; my work is my passion! I feel deeply fulfilled when my support and guidance empowers my clients to achieve their goals and desired outcomes. I offer my clients my engaged presence, insights, intuition, knowledge, transformative tools and techniques, and resources to generate lots of momentum as they endeavor to grow and live their best lives. So if you’re seeking out a seasoned guide with a warm lantern to walk beside you on your heroic journey, please give me a call!!
(619) 378-4512 View (619) 378-4512
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Center for Family Unity
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MA, LMFT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92123
We are Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Play Therapists, professional credentials, life experience and personal faith equip all seasoned therapists at The Center for Family Unity to strengthen your family.
Televideo ANYWHERE in California and New Mexico ( NM cash clients only ) PARTNER on your back or far away emotionally? Are you a CHRISTIAN battling fear, anger or sadness? Are you MILITARY who is struggling? Has your family been challenged by trauma, infidelity, or finances? See Veronica for Military, Couples and Family Is your CHILD struggling with grief, impulsivity, anxiety, or aggression? Our team of seasoned therapists can help you! Has your BLENDED FAMILY left you feeling hopeless? Kellye specialist for Blended Family
We are Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Play Therapists, professional credentials, life experience and personal faith equip all seasoned therapists at The Center for Family Unity to strengthen your family.
Televideo ANYWHERE in California and New Mexico ( NM cash clients only ) PARTNER on your back or far away emotionally? Are you a CHRISTIAN battling fear, anger or sadness? Are you MILITARY who is struggling? Has your family been challenged by trauma, infidelity, or finances? See Veronica for Military, Couples and Family Is your CHILD struggling with grief, impulsivity, anxiety, or aggression? Our team of seasoned therapists can help you! Has your BLENDED FAMILY left you feeling hopeless? Kellye specialist for Blended Family
(619) 738-6960 View (619) 738-6960
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Dana Pasculescu
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
It can be tough to navigate life's challenges, but you don't have to go through them alone. Dana is a highly experienced Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who has helped clients from diverse backgrounds deal with a wide range of issues. She understands that anxiety, communication problems, conflicts, infidelity, infertility, and life transitions such as grief, divorce, or career change can be overwhelming and impact your emotional health, relationships, and overall well-being.
It can be tough to navigate life's challenges, but you don't have to go through them alone. Dana is a highly experienced Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who has helped clients from diverse backgrounds deal with a wide range of issues. She understands that anxiety, communication problems, conflicts, infidelity, infertility, and life transitions such as grief, divorce, or career change can be overwhelming and impact your emotional health, relationships, and overall well-being.
(619) 273-0182 View (619) 273-0182
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Áurea Oliveira
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
Relational issues arise when we stop feeling security and trust in our relationships, and feel emotionally disconnected and unable to communicate our needs clearly to one another. As a marriage and family therapist, I am guided by the idea that the more effectively dependent we are on each other, the more independent, courageous and adventurous we become. I also believe that the quality of our relationships can deeply impact our mental and physical wellness in general. Humans are bonding, relational beings who need to feel secure and loved in their close relationships. We need to know that we matter to our loved ones.
Relational issues arise when we stop feeling security and trust in our relationships, and feel emotionally disconnected and unable to communicate our needs clearly to one another. As a marriage and family therapist, I am guided by the idea that the more effectively dependent we are on each other, the more independent, courageous and adventurous we become. I also believe that the quality of our relationships can deeply impact our mental and physical wellness in general. Humans are bonding, relational beings who need to feel secure and loved in their close relationships. We need to know that we matter to our loved ones.
(619) 329-8243 View (619) 329-8243
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Alex Leduc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a wealth of clinical experience working with families and adults. I work from a Cognitive Behavioral treatment lens, with a focus on practical and applicable steps to improve my clients’ mental health. I am a married mother of two young boys, one of whom has autism, and can relate firsthand to the unique challenges of marriage and raising a family in today’s society!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a wealth of clinical experience working with families and adults. I work from a Cognitive Behavioral treatment lens, with a focus on practical and applicable steps to improve my clients’ mental health. I am a married mother of two young boys, one of whom has autism, and can relate firsthand to the unique challenges of marriage and raising a family in today’s society!
(510) 822-7350 View (510) 822-7350
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Giulia Marcone
Marriage & Family Therapist, Giulia , Marcone
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92110  (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Giulia! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I provide individual, couples, family, children and youth counseling in a tele-therapy format or walk and talk therapy when clinically appropriate. It would be my privilege to offer a safe and collaborative space for bringing change and growth that will move you towards your desired goals in life.
Hi there, I'm Giulia! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I provide individual, couples, family, children and youth counseling in a tele-therapy format or walk and talk therapy when clinically appropriate. It would be my privilege to offer a safe and collaborative space for bringing change and growth that will move you towards your desired goals in life.
(619) 940-1197 View (619) 940-1197
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Jessica Hughes
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise in the treatment of relationship and marital distress.
Are you feeling disconnected from your partner, struggling to communicate, or having relationship difficulties? Do you want to build better intimacy and emotional closeness in your relationship with your romantic partner? If you are looking to reconnect with your partner, strengthen your bond and intimacy, learn ways to manage conflict better, and enjoy the benefits of a healthy and lasting intimate relationship, then I may be the ideal fit for you! I can teach you evidence-based skills to communicate better and strengthen your relationship.
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise in the treatment of relationship and marital distress.
Are you feeling disconnected from your partner, struggling to communicate, or having relationship difficulties? Do you want to build better intimacy and emotional closeness in your relationship with your romantic partner? If you are looking to reconnect with your partner, strengthen your bond and intimacy, learn ways to manage conflict better, and enjoy the benefits of a healthy and lasting intimate relationship, then I may be the ideal fit for you! I can teach you evidence-based skills to communicate better and strengthen your relationship.
(619) 279-5699 View (619) 279-5699
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Dallas Boyce
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92127
I also provide comprehensive psychological evaluations, neuropsychological evaluations, brief focused assessments, and marital evaluations.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in CA and NV working with children, teens, and adults in therapy, helping manage current reactions to childhood and adult traumatic experiences. I also provide comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological evaluations to assess for emotional, cognitive, academic, social, and executive functioning difficulties. Within my practice I utilize a trauma-informed and culturally-informed approach to foster a space that will help us meet your treatment or evaluation goals. Through the use of evidence-based interventions, I support others in living a fulfilling life, whatever that means for them.
I also provide comprehensive psychological evaluations, neuropsychological evaluations, brief focused assessments, and marital evaluations.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in CA and NV working with children, teens, and adults in therapy, helping manage current reactions to childhood and adult traumatic experiences. I also provide comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological evaluations to assess for emotional, cognitive, academic, social, and executive functioning difficulties. Within my practice I utilize a trauma-informed and culturally-informed approach to foster a space that will help us meet your treatment or evaluation goals. Through the use of evidence-based interventions, I support others in living a fulfilling life, whatever that means for them.
(858) 592-0995 x106 View (858) 592-0995 x106
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Dr. Daniel Singley
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
I have special expertise in working with men and couples regarding a host of parenthood-related concerns including infertility, divorce, marital concerns, communication issues, work/life balance, stress, and anger management.
We have immediate openings and we return calls within 24 hours! I use well-researched, evidence-based practices to help my clients develop concrete skills and techniques which allow them to more effectively manage a variety of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, social isolation, relationship issues, and life transitions such as new parenthood, career change, and divorce. My clients are adult men and couples who want to take control of their concerns by handling them in healthier, more productive ways. Many of my most satisfied clients are men who were initially resistant to taking part therapy.
I have special expertise in working with men and couples regarding a host of parenthood-related concerns including infertility, divorce, marital concerns, communication issues, work/life balance, stress, and anger management.
We have immediate openings and we return calls within 24 hours! I use well-researched, evidence-based practices to help my clients develop concrete skills and techniques which allow them to more effectively manage a variety of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, social isolation, relationship issues, and life transitions such as new parenthood, career change, and divorce. My clients are adult men and couples who want to take control of their concerns by handling them in healthier, more productive ways. Many of my most satisfied clients are men who were initially resistant to taking part therapy.
(858) 800-3391 View (858) 800-3391
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Amanda Laughlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist offering virtual sessions to clients residing in California. I enjoy working with individuals ages 13 and older, couples, and families. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, and supporting clients through challenging seasons of life due to change or transition. I am LGBTQ+ Affirming.
I am a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist offering virtual sessions to clients residing in California. I enjoy working with individuals ages 13 and older, couples, and families. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, and supporting clients through challenging seasons of life due to change or transition. I am LGBTQ+ Affirming.
(615) 205-0620 View (615) 205-0620
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Cindy Way: Hope Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92117
My specialty is working with individuals, couples, and families that are impacted by their relationship/marital issues, divorce, blended families, parenting/co-parenting, different- abilities (disability), and chronic pain/illness. Additionally, I apply a trauma-informed lens toward life experiences supporting PTSD/C-PTSD, Generational/Intergenerational Trauma, Cultural/Racial Trauma, and Military-related trauma.
My specialty is working with individuals, couples, and families that are impacted by their relationship/marital issues, divorce, blended families, parenting/co-parenting, different- abilities (disability), and chronic pain/illness. Additionally, I apply a trauma-informed lens toward life experiences supporting PTSD/C-PTSD, Generational/Intergenerational Trauma, Cultural/Racial Trauma, and Military-related trauma.
(858) 997-0934 View (858) 997-0934
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Interwoven Therapy Collective
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
If you are like the clients we see, you are eagerly looking to nurture conscious & satisfying complex relationships with yourself, others, & your spirituality. Maybe you want to process if the marriage you're in is still right for you, or maybe you're looking for the right partner but keep attracting the wrong kind of partners. Maybe you're grieving the loss of old relationships and trying to make space for new, meaningful ones. Or maybe you have social anxiety after Covid and are looking to reintegrate into a new social life that feels tricky to navigate. We can help navigate these issues to help you find what you're looking for.
If you are like the clients we see, you are eagerly looking to nurture conscious & satisfying complex relationships with yourself, others, & your spirituality. Maybe you want to process if the marriage you're in is still right for you, or maybe you're looking for the right partner but keep attracting the wrong kind of partners. Maybe you're grieving the loss of old relationships and trying to make space for new, meaningful ones. Or maybe you have social anxiety after Covid and are looking to reintegrate into a new social life that feels tricky to navigate. We can help navigate these issues to help you find what you're looking for.
(619) 489-6867 View (619) 489-6867
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Catherine McRae
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108  (Online Only)
Catherine "Cathy" McRae is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 10 years of experience. She is successful, knowledgable and well informed when working in settings that surround domestic violence (including financial, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse), parenting struggles, co-parenting (including ways to manage divorce when children are involved), and trauma.
Catherine "Cathy" McRae is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 10 years of experience. She is successful, knowledgable and well informed when working in settings that surround domestic violence (including financial, emotional, physical, and sexual abuse), parenting struggles, co-parenting (including ways to manage divorce when children are involved), and trauma.
(619) 613-2305 View (619) 613-2305
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Ana Maldonado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92123
My name is Ana Maldonado and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ventura, California. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults, adolescents, and families, and specialize in anxiety, stress, and family conflict. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Strength Based Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
My name is Ana Maldonado and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Ventura, California. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults, adolescents, and families, and specialize in anxiety, stress, and family conflict. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Strength Based Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
(858) 544-5515 View (858) 544-5515
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Rancho Bernardo Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92127
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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Halima S .
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92111  (Online Only)
Our clinicians have experience working with various issues including relationship/marriage conflicts, eating disorders, transgenerational trauma, racial trauma, adults with severe mental illness, substance use, homelessness, familial conflicts, being a first generation college student, religious and cultural barriers, etc.
We are currently accepting clients! AMALY is a virtual mental health organization that serves individuals and couples across California. We specialize in providing services to BIPOC clients.
Our clinicians have experience working with various issues including relationship/marriage conflicts, eating disorders, transgenerational trauma, racial trauma, adults with severe mental illness, substance use, homelessness, familial conflicts, being a first generation college student, religious and cultural barriers, etc.
We are currently accepting clients! AMALY is a virtual mental health organization that serves individuals and couples across California. We specialize in providing services to BIPOC clients.
(619) 505-3750 View (619) 505-3750
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Jessica Holzer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92131
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Registered Play Therapist that supports children of all ages, teens, adults, and couples and individuals struggling with parenting. There are times in our lives where we recognize we need to nurture our growth, can feel disconnected to each other or our goals, or simply need some support. I am here to help you, your family, and your children with a challenge that might feel too big to manage on your own. I also offer clinical supervision for those therapists accruing hours towards licensure.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Registered Play Therapist that supports children of all ages, teens, adults, and couples and individuals struggling with parenting. There are times in our lives where we recognize we need to nurture our growth, can feel disconnected to each other or our goals, or simply need some support. I am here to help you, your family, and your children with a challenge that might feel too big to manage on your own. I also offer clinical supervision for those therapists accruing hours towards licensure.
(858) 302-4254 View (858) 302-4254
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Adia Nembhard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, my practice is open to a diverse population ranging in ages and ethnicities. I invite clients to join with me to conquer unhealthy patterns and crutches which create feelings of being stuck, defeated and helpless. In therapy, clients will work towards creating a stronger, more confident and independent self. Treatment goals targeting symptoms of anxiety, depression and addressing conflictual relational patterns will ensure a happy and healthy life. My goal is that all of my clients feel 100% supported and confident that they are reaching their goals.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, my practice is open to a diverse population ranging in ages and ethnicities. I invite clients to join with me to conquer unhealthy patterns and crutches which create feelings of being stuck, defeated and helpless. In therapy, clients will work towards creating a stronger, more confident and independent self. Treatment goals targeting symptoms of anxiety, depression and addressing conflictual relational patterns will ensure a happy and healthy life. My goal is that all of my clients feel 100% supported and confident that they are reaching their goals.
(951) 801-4028 View (951) 801-4028
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Scripps Marriage Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92131
Marriage therapy is the primary focus of my practice. With over 20 years of practice experience and two decades of marriage and family life, I able to provide couples with a variety of strategies and interventions. My approach to therapy is very user friendly, as I talk with clients in very clear, understandable terms and provide practice tools that can be used upon completion of the initial session. Contact my office today to begin enhancing your life through a better relationship.
Marriage therapy is the primary focus of my practice. With over 20 years of practice experience and two decades of marriage and family life, I able to provide couples with a variety of strategies and interventions. My approach to therapy is very user friendly, as I talk with clients in very clear, understandable terms and provide practice tools that can be used upon completion of the initial session. Contact my office today to begin enhancing your life through a better relationship.
(619) 954-1329 View (619) 954-1329
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Nate Morrow
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Hi there, I am glad you found me. I believe in the value of therapy at different points in our lives. My areas of therapeutic experience include; life transitions, dating, breakups, marriage, parenting, military and veteran families, church/belief dynamics, loss, accountability, aging, disabilities/different abilities, as well as business and academic pursuits. My clients have described my style as genuine, attentive, caring, and creative. I aim to create a comfortable environment where you can shake hands with any emotion that is necessary.
Hi there, I am glad you found me. I believe in the value of therapy at different points in our lives. My areas of therapeutic experience include; life transitions, dating, breakups, marriage, parenting, military and veteran families, church/belief dynamics, loss, accountability, aging, disabilities/different abilities, as well as business and academic pursuits. My clients have described my style as genuine, attentive, caring, and creative. I aim to create a comfortable environment where you can shake hands with any emotion that is necessary.
(619) 313-4874 View (619) 313-4874
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.