Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Northwest, Chula Vista, CA

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Elizabeth Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, 127660
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method, Solution Focus Brief Therapy, Trauma Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, I am also a California State Certified Domestic Violence Counselor.
I am Hispanic and Bilingual Spanish/English Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. As a therapist my desire and passion is to help Individuals and families heal, reconnect, and restore their relationships to change this generation one family at a time. I strongly believe that when the family is able to provide comfort, care, and is emotionally available in times of need to his own members, each person is closer to live healthy and successful relationships in life.
I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method, Solution Focus Brief Therapy, Trauma Focus Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, I am also a California State Certified Domestic Violence Counselor.
I am Hispanic and Bilingual Spanish/English Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. As a therapist my desire and passion is to help Individuals and families heal, reconnect, and restore their relationships to change this generation one family at a time. I strongly believe that when the family is able to provide comfort, care, and is emotionally available in times of need to his own members, each person is closer to live healthy and successful relationships in life.
(619) 313-6806 View (619) 313-6806
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Sarah Allbright
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
have experience working with all ages of individuals as well as couples and families utilizing interventions from cognitive behavioral and acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, strength-based approaches and mindfulness practices.
Hi. My name is Sarah Allbright. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist at PATH. I strive to provide a safe space for clients and highlight strengths to help create opportunities for growth. I view the client as the expert and my ability to offer support, empathy and an unbiased perspective as key to therapy. I enjoy collaborating with client's during transition and facing life challenges as well as as treating disorders including anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD and Bipolar.
have experience working with all ages of individuals as well as couples and families utilizing interventions from cognitive behavioral and acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, strength-based approaches and mindfulness practices.
Hi. My name is Sarah Allbright. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist at PATH. I strive to provide a safe space for clients and highlight strengths to help create opportunities for growth. I view the client as the expert and my ability to offer support, empathy and an unbiased perspective as key to therapy. I enjoy collaborating with client's during transition and facing life challenges as well as as treating disorders including anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD and Bipolar.
(951) 944-1642 View (951) 944-1642
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Dr. Danielle D Alfrey
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Hello there! I'd be happy to work with you. I work mostly with adults, some teens on a limited basis. I have a specialty in medical psychology (i.e., health behavior change, insomnia, weight loss, cancer, grief/bereavement, etc.). Treatment is also available for those who suffer from PTSD, depression, anxiety, alcohol abuse, and difficult life circumstances. Cognitive behavioral therapy is offered along with a motivational interviewing approach that is supportive and non-confrontational. Please email, or text to set up your intake appt. (619) 880-5711. Please include insurance info.
Hello there! I'd be happy to work with you. I work mostly with adults, some teens on a limited basis. I have a specialty in medical psychology (i.e., health behavior change, insomnia, weight loss, cancer, grief/bereavement, etc.). Treatment is also available for those who suffer from PTSD, depression, anxiety, alcohol abuse, and difficult life circumstances. Cognitive behavioral therapy is offered along with a motivational interviewing approach that is supportive and non-confrontational. Please email, or text to set up your intake appt. (619) 880-5711. Please include insurance info.
(619) 361-7359 View (619) 361-7359
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Dr. Jen Bachtold
Psychologist, PhD, CADC-II
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910  (Online Only)
I use a humanistic and cognitive-behavioral model that puts the patient first and includes CBT, IPT, ACT, motivational interviewing, and relapse prevention.
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to stop by! I work with those suffering from chronic pain, addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, mental and emotional disturbances, change of life transitions, relationship concerns, work stress/burnout, personality disorders, intra and interpersonal issues, trauma, anger, and just every day stresses! I have experience delivering evidenced-based therapies in individual and group therapy, including providing individual short-term and long-term psychotherapy. Providers in my office are allies of Racial-Justiced and LGBTQIA+.
I use a humanistic and cognitive-behavioral model that puts the patient first and includes CBT, IPT, ACT, motivational interviewing, and relapse prevention.
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to stop by! I work with those suffering from chronic pain, addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, mental and emotional disturbances, change of life transitions, relationship concerns, work stress/burnout, personality disorders, intra and interpersonal issues, trauma, anger, and just every day stresses! I have experience delivering evidenced-based therapies in individual and group therapy, including providing individual short-term and long-term psychotherapy. Providers in my office are allies of Racial-Justiced and LGBTQIA+.
(619) 824-1954 View (619) 824-1954
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Cristina Zamora
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
My works is for people to be embraced and receive the guidance of truth. Over the 20 years of my work I witness the power of Truth in it's transformative nature. Being embraced by a healing relationship requires vulnerability and truth baring requires courage, and courage requires hope. I want to invite you to take the wildest journey you can imagine. A journey into yourself with open arms to embrace who you were meant to be.
My works is for people to be embraced and receive the guidance of truth. Over the 20 years of my work I witness the power of Truth in it's transformative nature. Being embraced by a healing relationship requires vulnerability and truth baring requires courage, and courage requires hope. I want to invite you to take the wildest journey you can imagine. A journey into yourself with open arms to embrace who you were meant to be.
(619) 404-5837 View (619) 404-5837
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Noor Gorgees
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Noor is a trilingual (Chaldean, Arabic, English) speaking Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International Univeristy. He has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families and has special interests and experience treating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-harm, substance abuse, emotional dysregulation, and grief.
Noor is a trilingual (Chaldean, Arabic, English) speaking Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International Univeristy. He has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families and has special interests and experience treating complex trauma, anxiety, depression, suicidality, self-harm, substance abuse, emotional dysregulation, and grief.
(619) 940-1552 View (619) 940-1552
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Marilee Alice Valine-Foley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MS, Educ
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Do you worry all the time? Stay awake thinking about your future or ruminating about the past? I can help you navigate many of life's challenges. As a therapist working with a diverse group in an outpatient hospital setting and prior teacher for 22 years has provided extensive experience which allows me to assist you get better. Growing up in a military family I have experienced many of the unique problems military families face and can help. Feeling overwhelmed, angry or sad are normal emotions and times can be difficult to manage. I can help you develop skills and coping strategies to improve your self, life and relationships.
Do you worry all the time? Stay awake thinking about your future or ruminating about the past? I can help you navigate many of life's challenges. As a therapist working with a diverse group in an outpatient hospital setting and prior teacher for 22 years has provided extensive experience which allows me to assist you get better. Growing up in a military family I have experienced many of the unique problems military families face and can help. Feeling overwhelmed, angry or sad are normal emotions and times can be difficult to manage. I can help you develop skills and coping strategies to improve your self, life and relationships.
(619) 473-4130 View (619) 473-4130
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Claudia Jessica Peralta
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, Marriag, Family, Terapis
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Waitlist for new clients
I work towards building a safe environment for my clients where we can find a solution or way to improve their lives.
I work towards building a safe environment for my clients where we can find a solution or way to improve their lives.
(619) 592-7091 View (619) 592-7091
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Lizeth V Ma
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
I am a passionate clinical therapist who loves working with children, women, couples and families going through challenging times. Are you and your your child having trouble communicating? Are you and your spouse having trouble communicating? Do you see them going through a hard time, long to help but don't know how? Do you suffer from Bipolar Disorder? I am here for you. Do you feel undone by anxiety or depression and don't know how to "shake it off"? Please call today, My number one goal is to help in the most comfortable and holistic approach possible. It's OK, not to be OK. Together we can get there, one step at a time.
I am a passionate clinical therapist who loves working with children, women, couples and families going through challenging times. Are you and your your child having trouble communicating? Are you and your spouse having trouble communicating? Do you see them going through a hard time, long to help but don't know how? Do you suffer from Bipolar Disorder? I am here for you. Do you feel undone by anxiety or depression and don't know how to "shake it off"? Please call today, My number one goal is to help in the most comfortable and holistic approach possible. It's OK, not to be OK. Together we can get there, one step at a time.
(858) 433-4356 View (858) 433-4356
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Luisiana Kyriakides
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT , 136909
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Do you feel overwhelmed and exhausted by the challenges that life throws your way? Would you like to enhance the quality of life you deserve? A safe space to process difficult thoughts and feelings? You deserve a genuine and safe space to talk about those emotions you might have been suppressing for so long. Together we can collaboratively work on your desired goals.
Do you feel overwhelmed and exhausted by the challenges that life throws your way? Would you like to enhance the quality of life you deserve? A safe space to process difficult thoughts and feelings? You deserve a genuine and safe space to talk about those emotions you might have been suppressing for so long. Together we can collaboratively work on your desired goals.
(619) 617-1477 View (619) 617-1477
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Dat Dinh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
All of us need mental health support in varying ways-in order to better ourselves, better our lives. It can range from a word of encouragement to needing special mental health services. Wherever you are in your journey, I applaud you for taking the courage to reach out for mental health services. For more than 13 years, I have been providing mental health services to people with severe and persistent mental health needs, such as severe depression, anxiety, panic attacks, schizophrenia, schizoaffective, and substance addictions. I feel blessed that they gave me the opportunity to walk with them when they feel vulnerable
All of us need mental health support in varying ways-in order to better ourselves, better our lives. It can range from a word of encouragement to needing special mental health services. Wherever you are in your journey, I applaud you for taking the courage to reach out for mental health services. For more than 13 years, I have been providing mental health services to people with severe and persistent mental health needs, such as severe depression, anxiety, panic attacks, schizophrenia, schizoaffective, and substance addictions. I feel blessed that they gave me the opportunity to walk with them when they feel vulnerable
(619) 202-8934 View (619) 202-8934
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Brenna Soria
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Sometimes life leaves us feeling stuck. When someone starts looking for a therapist, they’re almost always facing some type of challenge. You might be tired of feeling overwhelmed and living a life you didn’t picture for yourself; you may feel like you're losing hope. You want to feel a sense of peace and purpose. I collaboratively work with clients to tap into inner strengths and build the confidence to work through life adversities. Within this one lifetime it is never too late to find our own voice and become the author of our own story.
Sometimes life leaves us feeling stuck. When someone starts looking for a therapist, they’re almost always facing some type of challenge. You might be tired of feeling overwhelmed and living a life you didn’t picture for yourself; you may feel like you're losing hope. You want to feel a sense of peace and purpose. I collaboratively work with clients to tap into inner strengths and build the confidence to work through life adversities. Within this one lifetime it is never too late to find our own voice and become the author of our own story.
(619) 728-2684 View (619) 728-2684
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Carlos Gonzalez
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Finding life to be an overwhelming challenge? Feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed? Perhaps trauma or adverse life experiences have you stuck and unable to move forward. Whatever your situation, I look forward to helping you heal and live a meaningful and fruitful life. In our work together, I integrate processes, interventions, and skills based in CBT, DBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to build psychological flexibility around your life/mental health concerns. I also provide EMDR therapy to address trauma and am happy to implement biblical/Christ-centered insights into therapy upon request.
Finding life to be an overwhelming challenge? Feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed? Perhaps trauma or adverse life experiences have you stuck and unable to move forward. Whatever your situation, I look forward to helping you heal and live a meaningful and fruitful life. In our work together, I integrate processes, interventions, and skills based in CBT, DBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to build psychological flexibility around your life/mental health concerns. I also provide EMDR therapy to address trauma and am happy to implement biblical/Christ-centered insights into therapy upon request.
(619) 943-3470 View (619) 943-3470
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Sholeh Pirouz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Hello, my name is Sholeh Pirouz, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Orange County, California utilizing a telehealth platform. I specialize in working with adults and have experience addressing a spectrum of issues, including relational problems, life transitions, anxiety, and stress management. My therapeutic approach is holistic, integrating cognitive-behavioral therapy while considering the whole person, encompassing family dynamics, background, culture, and environment.
Hello, my name is Sholeh Pirouz, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Orange County, California utilizing a telehealth platform. I specialize in working with adults and have experience addressing a spectrum of issues, including relational problems, life transitions, anxiety, and stress management. My therapeutic approach is holistic, integrating cognitive-behavioral therapy while considering the whole person, encompassing family dynamics, background, culture, and environment.
(619) 759-5141 View (619) 759-5141
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Andrea Calvo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
My name is Andrea Calvo and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (License no. 108211). My focus balances an exploration of past strengths and present goals. I can help with aging, chronic illness, coping skills, grief, stress, anxiety, depression, and more. I work with an adult population. I do have specialty in working with an older adult population. My theoretical approach when working with clients involves a cognitive behavioral approach, as well as solution focused therapy. I believe that change happens through empowerment.
My name is Andrea Calvo and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (License no. 108211). My focus balances an exploration of past strengths and present goals. I can help with aging, chronic illness, coping skills, grief, stress, anxiety, depression, and more. I work with an adult population. I do have specialty in working with an older adult population. My theoretical approach when working with clients involves a cognitive behavioral approach, as well as solution focused therapy. I believe that change happens through empowerment.
(619) 658-4473 View (619) 658-4473
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Fabian Escobedo (In Person Sessions Available)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
I specialize in working with teens and adults who lived through a single, multiple, or years of trauma. If you’re struggling with your relationships, feeling more angry or irritated than usual, it’s hard trusting others, having difficult memories, disturbing dreams, feeling anxious, sad or lonely even if you’re surrounded by people, you may be experiencing side effects of trauma. You’ve been waiting for all this to go away by itself but you are realizing that professional help might be needed? I get it. You’re not alone. There’s hope! I can help heal those internal wounds so you can enjoy your trauma-free, best version of yourself!
I specialize in working with teens and adults who lived through a single, multiple, or years of trauma. If you’re struggling with your relationships, feeling more angry or irritated than usual, it’s hard trusting others, having difficult memories, disturbing dreams, feeling anxious, sad or lonely even if you’re surrounded by people, you may be experiencing side effects of trauma. You’ve been waiting for all this to go away by itself but you are realizing that professional help might be needed? I get it. You’re not alone. There’s hope! I can help heal those internal wounds so you can enjoy your trauma-free, best version of yourself!
(619) 383-2442 View (619) 383-2442
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Roshini Kumar
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
My name is Roshini Kumar, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) and certified Pilates instructor in the Bay Area, California. I specialize in mind + body wellness through my practice, The Pilates Psychology, a combination of talk therapy and Pilates movement. I offer talk therapy only, Pilates movement only, or a combination of both. All services are virtual throughout California, or in-person in Mill Valley and San Francisco, California.
My name is Roshini Kumar, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) and certified Pilates instructor in the Bay Area, California. I specialize in mind + body wellness through my practice, The Pilates Psychology, a combination of talk therapy and Pilates movement. I offer talk therapy only, Pilates movement only, or a combination of both. All services are virtual throughout California, or in-person in Mill Valley and San Francisco, California.
(619) 391-9193 View (619) 391-9193
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Adrian Avila
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, Spanish, English
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
I am Adrian Avila. I hold a License in MFT (#52279) to serve in private practice in California. My education includes a Ph. D. from Loma Linda University and M.A. from University of San Diego, both in Marital and Family Therapy, and a B.A. in Psychology with minor in Bio-Chem from San Diego State University. I have been in the psychology-therapy field for more than 23 years.
I am Adrian Avila. I hold a License in MFT (#52279) to serve in private practice in California. My education includes a Ph. D. from Loma Linda University and M.A. from University of San Diego, both in Marital and Family Therapy, and a B.A. in Psychology with minor in Bio-Chem from San Diego State University. I have been in the psychology-therapy field for more than 23 years.
(619) 304-2886 View (619) 304-2886
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Edna C Burgos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910  (Online Only)
I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. My hope is to create a safe and nurturing environment for individuals that are looking for guidance towards a healthier way of processing and coping. Everyone has the ability to work through issues and create a new goal of improved mental health.
I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. My hope is to create a safe and nurturing environment for individuals that are looking for guidance towards a healthier way of processing and coping. Everyone has the ability to work through issues and create a new goal of improved mental health.
(619) 377-1426 View (619) 377-1426
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Maria Guadalupe Montalvan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Northwest, Chula Vista, CA 91910
My priorities as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist are to provide excellent care and professional therapy services to all families. I have been honored to work with exceptional families, adolescents and children in an outpatient psychiatry setting. I have extensive experience in working with children from age 4 to 19 year old adolescents, as well as with their families. My areas of expertise are the treatment of depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, and autism. In addition, I'm trained to provide psychotherapy to adults presenting with a variety of difficulties which adversely affect their lives.
My priorities as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist are to provide excellent care and professional therapy services to all families. I have been honored to work with exceptional families, adolescents and children in an outpatient psychiatry setting. I have extensive experience in working with children from age 4 to 19 year old adolescents, as well as with their families. My areas of expertise are the treatment of depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, and autism. In addition, I'm trained to provide psychotherapy to adults presenting with a variety of difficulties which adversely affect their lives.
(760) 214-9736 View (760) 214-9736

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Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.