Shaina Ponce

Psychologist, PhD

Shaina Ponce

Psychologist, PhD (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

5 Endorsed

2831 Camino Del Rio S, 308, San Diego, CA 92108

(858) 667-7265

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Are you experiencing a very challenging time in your life? Does it feel like you can't see your way back to you? Is it hard to recognize who you are from the way you feel? I would like to be there for you in the darkest, most difficult time in life. Many of my clients have told me that I am mothering and nurturing as a therapist. I approach therapy from a caring and compassionate perspective, more so after I became a mother of three children. Together we can use DBT techniques to help you reconnect with the things that are important to you and help you get back to being the person you want to be with the life you want to live.

I've been practicing DBT for over 10 years with people of varying backgrounds and needs. My specialized training and expertise is in treating psychosis and schizophrenia. I use CBT for psychosis and DBT to help clients ground themselves in the reality of the moment, connect with the wisdom of their emotions, and move forward in life effectively.

I believe that you are doing the best you can AND you can learn how to do better! Mental illnesses and diagnoses are labels that can be helpful to professionals and they could never define or convey the whole value of a person. I'm here to help you figure out and build on your strengths and values so you can live as the whole person you are!

Call or Email Shaina Ponce now for a free 15 minute consultation - (858) 667-7265

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Aviva Psychological Services

2831 Camino Del Rio S

308

San Diego, CA 92108 map

(858) 667-7265

I offer individual, group, and family sessions both in-person and through telehealth. Available during week days. Phone coaching as needed!

I specialize in Psychosis, Schizophrenia and Personality Disorders

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, families and groups

You are the expert on yourself. I'm here to help you gain tools to be the best version of you.

Let's Connect (858) 667-7265

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Aviva Psychological Services

2831 Camino Del Rio S

308

San Diego, CA 92108 map

(858) 667-7265

I offer individual, group, and family sessions both in-person and through telehealth. Available during week days. Phone coaching as needed!

I specialize in Psychosis, Schizophrenia and Personality Disorders

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, families and groups

You are the expert on yourself. I'm here to help you gain tools to be the best version of you.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Couple Sessions $225
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

TRICARE

I take Tricare for active duty service members. I can provide superbills for out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement.

Shaina Ponce

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 667-7265

I take Tricare for active duty service members. I can provide superbills for out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement.

Shaina Ponce

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 667-7265

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY34085 Shaina Ponce

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 4 years

Attended Loma Linda University, Clinical Psychology PhD, Graduated 2020

Additional Credentials

Degree/Diploma from Pacific Union College BA in Spanish / 2011

I have over 15 years of experience in the application of DBT in various treatment settings. I specialize in treating schizophrenia and psychosis.

Shaina Ponce

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 667-7265

I have over 15 years of experience in the application of DBT in various treatment settings. I specialize in treating schizophrenia and psychosis.

Shaina Ponce

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 667-7265

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Psychosis
Schizophrenia
Personality Disorders

Expertise

ADHD
Autism
Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Depression
LGBTQ+
Parenting
Self-Harming
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sexual Abuse
Suicidal Ideation
Testing and Evaluation
Thinking Disorders
Transgender
Trauma and PTSD

I help people and their families cope with symptoms of psychosis. Using mindfulness we will understand what triggers and exacerbates symptoms. We will figure out what roles your emotions play in your behaviors. We will make goals to change behaviors that are ineffective and I'll teach skills to make those changes. My goal is for you to live independently, confidently, and effectively.

Shaina Ponce

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 667-7265

Shaina Ponce

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 667-7265

5 Endorsements

Dr. Courtney Crisp

Psychologist, Psy D

Dr. Ponce's knowledge and experience in working with schizophrenia and other severe mental illness is second to none. But more importantly, she is incredibly compassionate and a truly wonderful clinician. I highly recommend her.

Reed Andrew Vierra

Psychologist, PsyD

I worked with Dr. Ponce in an inpatient hospital and was witnessed to hear high level of care of clients in addition to expertise in the field of clinical psychology.

Jojo Little

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Shaina has a tremendous capacity for making people feel accepted and capable of change despite the mental health challenges they face. She has much needed expertise in treating individuals with psychosis and supporting their families!

Aniel Ponce

Psychologist, PsyD

Dr. Shaina Ponce loves working with people with schizophrenia and neurodiverse individuals. She is very knowledgeable on all things related to psychosis and spectrum disorders!

DBT Center of San Diego

Dr. Ponce is a very compassionate and effective therapist with considerable expertise with CBT for psychosis. She is a valued colleague.

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Family ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Family ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

CBT-p (CBT for Psychosis)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Psychological Testing and Evaluation
Trauma Focused

I approach all of my work through a trauma-informed perspective to make therapy a safe place for my clients. My main orientation to treatment is CBT which means that I will try to understand how your thoughts and feelings impact your behaviors. We will work on achieving your goals and I'll teach you skills from DBT and CBT to make the changes you want to see in your life.

Shaina Ponce

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 667-7265

Shaina Ponce

Psychologist, PhD

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 667-7265

Groups

DBT Skills Training

Hosted by

Shaina Ponce

This is an in-person group offered to adults seeking Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. The max number of participants for this group is 6. The skills provided by DBT are provided once per week over the course of about 6 months. You will learn skills to improve mindful awareness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It is highly recommended that you participate in weekly individual therapy while participating in this group.

Expertise

Bipolar Disorder

Borderline Personality (BPD)

Self-Harming

Types of Therapy

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$50-$100

Group Meets

Every Fri 1:30 A.M.

Location

Aviva Psychological Services

2831 Camino Del Rio S

308

San Diego, CA 92108

Email Shaina Ponce about this group or call - (858) 667-7265

DBT for Parents of Adults with Psychosis

Hosted by

Shaina Ponce

This is a virtual group offered to parents of adults who have psychosis. This may apply to adult children who have diagnoses of psychosis-spectrum disorders including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The DBT skills groups are provided once per week over the course of 12 weeks. You and other parents will learn skills to improve mindful awareness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness in the context of parenting or caring for adults who have difficulty regulating emotions.

Expertise

Bipolar Disorder

Caregivers

Parenting

Types of Therapy

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$50-$100

Group Meets

Every Tue 5:30 P.M. - 7 P.M.

Location

Aviva Psychological Services

2831 Camino Del Rio S

308

San Diego, CA 92108

Email Shaina Ponce about this group or call - (858) 667-7265

Location

Primary Location

Aviva Psychological Services

2831 Camino Del Rio S

308

San Diego, CA 92108

(858) 667-7265

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

San Diego, CA

Counties

San Diego

Zips

Neighborhoods

I offer individual, group, and family sessions both in-person and through telehealth. Available during week days. Phone coaching as needed!

Shaina Ponce

Psychologist, PhD

Call for a free consultation now - (858) 667-7265

I offer individual, group, and family sessions both in-person and through telehealth. Available during week days. Phone coaching as needed!

Shaina Ponce

Psychologist, PhD

Call for a free consultation now - (858) 667-7265

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