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Paul M. Whitaker
Paul M. Whitaker
Psychologist, PhD
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Paul M. Whitaker

Psychologist, PhD

Verified by Psychology Today
2667 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 311, San Diego, CA 92108
Let's Connect (619) 800-3970
I have been in practice as a licensed psychologist for over twenty years in California. My areas of expertise include depression and anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, addiction and recovery, stress and anger management,, work-related and life-transition issues,, physical health and chronic illness.
My treatment approach is predominately cognitive-behavioral, directive and solution-focused. My working style is also informed by Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Person-Centered treatment approaches. My clients are the primary experts concerning their goals, values and needs.
My offices are in the Mission Valley area in San Diego, and in La Jolla, near UTC, UCSD and La Jolla Village. I am on several major insurance network panels for clients using insurance.
Take the first step to help. Call or Paul M. Whitaker now - (619) 800-3970

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2667 Camino Del Rio South

Suite 311

San Diego, CA 92108

(619) 800-3970
I am offering tele-therapy through Skype, FaceTime and/or phone to all who want to be seen during this time.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, and Addiction
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance
I see individuals, couples and families
Let's Connect (619) 800-3970

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2667 Camino Del Rio South

Suite 311

San Diego, CA 92108

(619) 800-3970
I am offering tele-therapy through Skype, FaceTime and/or phone to all who want to be seen during this time.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, and Addiction
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance
I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by Cash, Check, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Beacon Health Options (formerly Value Options)
  • Beacon Health Options | Carelon
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • GEHA
  • Optum
  • TriWest
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (619) 800-3970
Paul M. Whitaker
Psychologist, PhD
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (619) 800-3970
Paul M. Whitaker
Psychologist, PhD

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY14205
  • Attended State University of New York at Stony Brook, Graduated 1992
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (619) 800-3970
Paul M. Whitaker
Psychologist, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (619) 800-3970
Paul M. Whitaker
Psychologist, PhD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Addiction

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Chronic Illness
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (619) 800-3970
Paul M. Whitaker
Psychologist, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (619) 800-3970
Paul M. Whitaker
Psychologist, PhD

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Cancer
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied
Veterans

Ethnicity

Black and African American

I also speak

French

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Cancer
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied
Veterans

Ethnicity

Black and African American

I also speak

French

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (619) 800-3970
Paul M. Whitaker
Psychologist, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (619) 800-3970
Paul M. Whitaker
Psychologist, PhD

Location

Primary Location

2667 Camino Del Rio South

Suite 311

San Diego, CA 92108

(619) 800-3970

Nearby Areas

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I am offering tele-therapy through Skype, FaceTime and/or phone to all who want to be seen during this time.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (619) 800-3970
Paul M. Whitaker
Psychologist, PhD
"
I am offering tele-therapy through Skype, FaceTime and/or phone to all who want to be seen during this time.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (619) 800-3970
Paul M. Whitaker
Psychologist, PhD
Last Modified: 20 Mar 2023