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Jessica Robinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92069  (Online Only)
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families to improve relationships and well-being. I treat a wide variety of psychological issues, including anxiety, depression, career/ school stress, grief/ loss, and maternal mental health. In therapy, I believe the most important factor is the relationship between therapist and client. Therefore, I work from a collaborative, empathic, and nonjudgmental approach to assist you with gaining insight and finding solutions for the challenges you are facing.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families to improve relationships and well-being. I treat a wide variety of psychological issues, including anxiety, depression, career/ school stress, grief/ loss, and maternal mental health. In therapy, I believe the most important factor is the relationship between therapist and client. Therefore, I work from a collaborative, empathic, and nonjudgmental approach to assist you with gaining insight and finding solutions for the challenges you are facing.
(760) 354-8820 View (760) 354-8820
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Paula Mierzejewski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
Hello. My name is Paula Mierzejewski, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I see children, adolescents and adults up to the age of 65. My specialties are anxiety and depression. I started my practice later in life and believe my life's experiene makes me a better therapist. I used to work in a law firm and developed severe migraines and knew I needed to move onto a new career. So at 57, I started my journey in graduate school and finished when I was 60. What drives me to do this work is that I know how debilitating anxiety and depression are.
Hello. My name is Paula Mierzejewski, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I see children, adolescents and adults up to the age of 65. My specialties are anxiety and depression. I started my practice later in life and believe my life's experiene makes me a better therapist. I used to work in a law firm and developed severe migraines and knew I needed to move onto a new career. So at 57, I started my journey in graduate school and finished when I was 60. What drives me to do this work is that I know how debilitating anxiety and depression are.
(760) 527-2966 View (760) 527-2966
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Jordan Morrison
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Hello, my name is Jordan Morrison, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 133351) based in Santa Rosa, CA. I am highly experienced in working with adults from diverse cultural or socioeconomic backgrounds, and I specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, immigration issues, men's issues, life transitions, grief, and relationship problems often utilizing a psychodynamic approach. I believe access to mental healthcare should be available to anyone who needs or wants it. Therefore, I have worked extensively with underserved and underrepresented folks from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Hello, my name is Jordan Morrison, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT 133351) based in Santa Rosa, CA. I am highly experienced in working with adults from diverse cultural or socioeconomic backgrounds, and I specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, immigration issues, men's issues, life transitions, grief, and relationship problems often utilizing a psychodynamic approach. I believe access to mental healthcare should be available to anyone who needs or wants it. Therefore, I have worked extensively with underserved and underrepresented folks from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
(760) 313-6820 View (760) 313-6820
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Patricia Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
My name is Patricia Rodriguez and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked in the mental health field for over 17 years. My experience has been working with children, teens, adolescents, adults, and families who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship/family issues. My personal experience has been many years of trauma, by family dysfunction and grief/loss.
My name is Patricia Rodriguez and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked in the mental health field for over 17 years. My experience has been working with children, teens, adolescents, adults, and families who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship/family issues. My personal experience has been many years of trauma, by family dysfunction and grief/loss.
(760) 317-4517 View (760) 317-4517
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Cheryl Raymond
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Hello. My name is Cheryl Raymond, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My goal is to guide you through a process of self-exploration to recognize how your own negative thoughts are keeping you from finding the happiness you deserve. I use a variety of modalities in my therapeutic approach which lends to my eclectic style. I incorporate different techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Positive Psychology, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Therapy, among others.
Hello. My name is Cheryl Raymond, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My goal is to guide you through a process of self-exploration to recognize how your own negative thoughts are keeping you from finding the happiness you deserve. I use a variety of modalities in my therapeutic approach which lends to my eclectic style. I incorporate different techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Positive Psychology, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Therapy, among others.
(760) 527-2906 View (760) 527-2906
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Danielle Gross
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
I also focus on issues surrounding the coming-out process, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, personality disorders, severe and persistent Mental Health, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, relational issues, life transitions, general talk therapy, marital infidelity, and COVID-19 related anxiety and depression.
As a strength-based therapist, I believe that clients posses the ability to navigate through their own struggles, but may need help figuring out solutions along the way. As your therapist, I am committed to walking alongside you in your journey of wellness. By utilizing a therapeutic approach that is specifically catered to each individual client, and their unique needs, I am confident you can achieve your highest level of emotional wellness. Specialties include adolescent therapy, co-parenting therapy, couples therapy, family systems therapy, Sex Therapy, polyamorous relationships, LGBTQ+ needs.
I also focus on issues surrounding the coming-out process, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, personality disorders, severe and persistent Mental Health, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, relational issues, life transitions, general talk therapy, marital infidelity, and COVID-19 related anxiety and depression.
As a strength-based therapist, I believe that clients posses the ability to navigate through their own struggles, but may need help figuring out solutions along the way. As your therapist, I am committed to walking alongside you in your journey of wellness. By utilizing a therapeutic approach that is specifically catered to each individual client, and their unique needs, I am confident you can achieve your highest level of emotional wellness. Specialties include adolescent therapy, co-parenting therapy, couples therapy, family systems therapy, Sex Therapy, polyamorous relationships, LGBTQ+ needs.
(323) 205-7088 View (323) 205-7088
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Ruth Tyson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
My name is Ruth Tyson. As License Marriage Family Child therapy, I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. As a therapist, I help you identify problem areas and patterns that are causing distress, the source(s) of these issues, and ways to enact positive change to find your unique voice. My specialty is partnering with you in finding your life purpose, helping you in the process of self-discovery and leading you to your fullest potential. Together we will explore your upbringing and process feelings associated with your childhood.
My name is Ruth Tyson. As License Marriage Family Child therapy, I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. As a therapist, I help you identify problem areas and patterns that are causing distress, the source(s) of these issues, and ways to enact positive change to find your unique voice. My specialty is partnering with you in finding your life purpose, helping you in the process of self-discovery and leading you to your fullest potential. Together we will explore your upbringing and process feelings associated with your childhood.
(909) 248-2633 View (909) 248-2633
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Emily Narvaez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92069
My name is Emily Narvaez, I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and work with clients via Telehealth. I work with adults, children, and adolescents specializing in anxiety, depression and trauma, using a Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic approach to help make progress and ultimately reach goals. I use these two approaches to assist the client in identifying and challenging their negative cognitions, feelings, and behaviors as well as looking at behaviors in their present and past in order to explore how it has affected their life.
My name is Emily Narvaez, I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and work with clients via Telehealth. I work with adults, children, and adolescents specializing in anxiety, depression and trauma, using a Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic approach to help make progress and ultimately reach goals. I use these two approaches to assist the client in identifying and challenging their negative cognitions, feelings, and behaviors as well as looking at behaviors in their present and past in order to explore how it has affected their life.
(323) 375-1928 View (323) 375-1928
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Rancho Bernardo Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
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.
(760) 975-5282 View (760) 975-5282
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Michael Bean
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
Nice to meet you. I'm Michael Bean, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License MFC40911 My wife and I have raised 4 awesome kids (awesome adults now) & have learned to love each other & to love life despite a lot of challenges. My passion is helping people figure out how to live happily too. My clients are mostly older adolescents and adults who are struggling with grief and loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and difficult and complicated relationships.
Nice to meet you. I'm Michael Bean, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License MFC40911 My wife and I have raised 4 awesome kids (awesome adults now) & have learned to love each other & to love life despite a lot of challenges. My passion is helping people figure out how to live happily too. My clients are mostly older adolescents and adults who are struggling with grief and loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and difficult and complicated relationships.
(619) 937-2183 View (619) 937-2183
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Rosa Dixon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
My name is Rosa Dixon and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) 132489 with a passion for helping others develop a healthy way of functioning that provides them with satisfaction in their daily lives. My best work has been supporting those struggling with regulating their moods, organizing their thoughts, and activating their behaviors to function in life with a sense of satisfaction. The ideal person has symptoms presenting with anxiety, depression, and problems created by socio-economic conditions.
My name is Rosa Dixon and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) 132489 with a passion for helping others develop a healthy way of functioning that provides them with satisfaction in their daily lives. My best work has been supporting those struggling with regulating their moods, organizing their thoughts, and activating their behaviors to function in life with a sense of satisfaction. The ideal person has symptoms presenting with anxiety, depression, and problems created by socio-economic conditions.
(661) 306-2548 View (661) 306-2548
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Javon Kemp
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
I have experience in treating individuals who have challenges with depressive and anxiety symptoms, anger management, life transitions, marital conflict, familial relationships, parenting strategies.
Hello, My name is Javon Kemp and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 12 years in the mental health field. I would consider it an honor to join you in your process of recovering the pieces of your life that were lost or misplaced during the shuffle. I have a passion for working with individuals who have challenges in the areas of anxiety, relationships, depression, trauma, anger, coaching, and communication. My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental, genuine, and compassionate environment that will be conducive for the development of coping strategies that will yield residual positive results.
I have experience in treating individuals who have challenges with depressive and anxiety symptoms, anger management, life transitions, marital conflict, familial relationships, parenting strategies.
Hello, My name is Javon Kemp and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 12 years in the mental health field. I would consider it an honor to join you in your process of recovering the pieces of your life that were lost or misplaced during the shuffle. I have a passion for working with individuals who have challenges in the areas of anxiety, relationships, depression, trauma, anger, coaching, and communication. My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental, genuine, and compassionate environment that will be conducive for the development of coping strategies that will yield residual positive results.
(714) 733-1632 View (714) 733-1632
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Christine Ponec
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
Hi, my name is Christine Ponec, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. With 19 years as a licensed therapist, I am here to provide you with support, and empathy and to listen non-judgmentally. I also use compassion as you work toward making the changes you desire. I like to work with adults by helping them to identify the life challenges they are experiencing and work toward realistic goals. Whether it be depression, relationship struggles, anxiety, etc. please reach out to schedule a session.
Hi, my name is Christine Ponec, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. With 19 years as a licensed therapist, I am here to provide you with support, and empathy and to listen non-judgmentally. I also use compassion as you work toward making the changes you desire. I like to work with adults by helping them to identify the life challenges they are experiencing and work toward realistic goals. Whether it be depression, relationship struggles, anxiety, etc. please reach out to schedule a session.
(619) 304-8173 View (619) 304-8173
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Rosalyn Warren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
My name is Rosalyn Warren. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have experience as a medical social worker, child welfare social worker, private therapist, and social worker in prisons and on parole. I have worked with children and adolescents in therapy, young adults, adults, and older adults. I have been licensed for 20 years as an LCSW, and I have been an MSW for 30 years. I am currently working on my doctorate degree in Social Work at USC.
My name is Rosalyn Warren. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have experience as a medical social worker, child welfare social worker, private therapist, and social worker in prisons and on parole. I have worked with children and adolescents in therapy, young adults, adults, and older adults. I have been licensed for 20 years as an LCSW, and I have been an MSW for 30 years. I am currently working on my doctorate degree in Social Work at USC.
(760) 919-4529 View (760) 919-4529
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Sam Brumit Licensed Marriage Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
I am currently accepting new clients! If you need counseling, coaching, or support as you address your relationships, I would love the opportunity to help you understand where you are at and assist you in getting where you want to go. I have been counseling individuals and couples for many years and take mulitple insurance companies as listed. I would enjoy meeting and working with you!
I am currently accepting new clients! If you need counseling, coaching, or support as you address your relationships, I would love the opportunity to help you understand where you are at and assist you in getting where you want to go. I have been counseling individuals and couples for many years and take mulitple insurance companies as listed. I would enjoy meeting and working with you!
(760) 354-8691 View (760) 354-8691
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Trisha Souza AMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92069
My name is Trisha Souza AMFT and I am a therapist for Mindbodyology: Integrative Mental Health & Wellness. I offer a collaborative approach, grounded in the belief that you are the expert in your life, and I am a vessel to help you find the path to peace of mind, body and spirit. My approach to therapy is to meet you where you are. I am here to walk alongside you as you journey into becoming the best version of yourself. I work with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, stress, personal transformation and specialize in Active Duty Military, Couples Therapy and also love working with teens and children.
My name is Trisha Souza AMFT and I am a therapist for Mindbodyology: Integrative Mental Health & Wellness. I offer a collaborative approach, grounded in the belief that you are the expert in your life, and I am a vessel to help you find the path to peace of mind, body and spirit. My approach to therapy is to meet you where you are. I am here to walk alongside you as you journey into becoming the best version of yourself. I work with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, stress, personal transformation and specialize in Active Duty Military, Couples Therapy and also love working with teens and children.
(760) 280-5494 View (760) 280-5494
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Gregory Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078
I have been practicing in the field for 8 years. In that time I have gained experience working with individuals providing treatment for mood disorders, irrational core beliefs, and behavioral difficulties.
I have been practicing in the field for 8 years. In that time I have gained experience working with individuals providing treatment for mood disorders, irrational core beliefs, and behavioral difficulties.
(760) 465-0326 View (760) 465-0326
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Chanda Kizer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
I am a licensed therapist at Mindbodyology - Integrative Mental Health & Wellness. I am a trauma informed and culturally aware therapist, making me a caring and supportive clinician. I am focused on ensuring that individuals feel safe to discover their true selves, develop resilience and can navigate their futures in healthy and optimistic ways. I am a veteran of the US Army and have worked with a vast array of populations. My life experiences, education and training have made me the ideal therapist for individuals, couples or families who want to grow in positivity, building self-esteem and learning how to manage life’s stressors.
I am a licensed therapist at Mindbodyology - Integrative Mental Health & Wellness. I am a trauma informed and culturally aware therapist, making me a caring and supportive clinician. I am focused on ensuring that individuals feel safe to discover their true selves, develop resilience and can navigate their futures in healthy and optimistic ways. I am a veteran of the US Army and have worked with a vast array of populations. My life experiences, education and training have made me the ideal therapist for individuals, couples or families who want to grow in positivity, building self-esteem and learning how to manage life’s stressors.
(760) 209-1171 View (760) 209-1171
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The Mindful Lemon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92078  (Online Only)
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
Our mission is to provide quality online mental health and substance abuse services while breaking down the barriers of traditional, office based therapy. Traditional mental health and substance abuse treatment tends to focus on what makes you sick, what you are lacking but at The Mindful Lemon, our clinicians let you sit in the driver’s seat, focusing on your strengths and assets to help you become the best version of you! This can be via traditional talk therapy, medication management, mindfulness techniques, an emphasis on health, wellness and fitness or any combination of the above.
(760) 819-7879 View (760) 819-7879
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Galina Storozhenko LMFT Accepting New Clients !!
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92069
My goal is to provide a comfortable and safe therapeutic space for you to be vulnerable and open using a combination of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I also use a holistic approach and look at how the mind, body and spirt support our emotional and physical healing. Our bodies are amazing in telling us what we need to tend to. My goal is to provide a comfortable and safe therapeutic space for you to be vulnerable and open using a combination of traditional and holistic therapeutic approaches. I treat children, teens and adults alike!
My goal is to provide a comfortable and safe therapeutic space for you to be vulnerable and open using a combination of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I also use a holistic approach and look at how the mind, body and spirt support our emotional and physical healing. Our bodies are amazing in telling us what we need to tend to. My goal is to provide a comfortable and safe therapeutic space for you to be vulnerable and open using a combination of traditional and holistic therapeutic approaches. I treat children, teens and adults alike!
(760) 919-4514 View (760) 919-4514
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.