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Moving? Breaking up? A new job? Transitions are complex and sometimes a minefield to navigate emotionally. It can be hard to understand when everything else seems to align but something in your heart feels off. Perhaps you are in a midst of a change you never imagined would happen to you like a divorce or termination from a well loved job. Don't get stuck there! Let us work together to create space for the kind of life you have been dreaming about.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples who want to reach that next level in their personal life. I use a combination of Narrative, Gottman and CBT therapy to tailor our conversations to your unique needs. I incorporate and account for various influences such as family of origin, community and culture to treat you holistically and comprehensively.
Go ahead give me a call today. I am here to guide you through this challenging chapter. Therapy with me is so much more than "how do you feel about that?" I want to help you come up with real goals and strategies. Give me a call or drop me an email and I will do my best to get back to you within a business day or two. You don't have to struggle alone.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Diego, CA 92169

(619) 486-5408
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and First Responders 
$230 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (619) 486-5408
Photo of Shoma Rao, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Diego, CA 92169

(619) 486-5408
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and First Responders 
$230 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $230
  • Couple Sessions $280

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Health Savings Account
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Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (619) 486-5408
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Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (619) 486-5408

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 132124 Shoma Rao
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Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (619) 486-5408
Photo of Shoma Rao, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (619) 486-5408

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • First Responders

Expertise

  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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For the majority of the issues that I treat, I tend to work with you weekly until we come to a place of stability and then it is optional to switch to biweekly. Most of my clients come to appreciate the rhythm of scheduled sessions. As we progress symptoms tend to alleviate but sometimes they can increase which can be a sign of growth in the short term! There are many shades of normal in therapy.
Photo of Shoma Rao, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 486-5408
"
For the majority of the issues that I treat, I tend to work with you weekly until we come to a place of stability and then it is optional to switch to biweekly. Most of my clients come to appreciate the rhythm of scheduled sessions. As we progress symptoms tend to alleviate but sometimes they can increase which can be a sign of growth in the short term! There are many shades of normal in therapy.
Photo of Shoma Rao, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 486-5408

2 Endorsements

Shayda Ewalt
Shayda Ewalt
Marriage & Family TherapistEMDRSomaticTrauma
Shoma brings such a human touch to her work. She's skilled at supporting adults facing anxiety, life transitions, and fertility-related stress with compassion, safety, and genuine care. Her clients feel seen, heard, and supported.
Jenna Wheaton
Jenna Wheaton
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTMA
I have know Shoma for over 6 years and I can confidently say that she is a gifted therapist. She is a highly skilled listener and observer; her feedback is valuable and she has a gift for helping people reach their highest potential.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Family / Marital
  • Narrative
  • Psychodynamic
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I often use Narrative and CBT approaches depending on the subject matter. In the first session I will get an outline of what you wish to focus on and then a few subsequent sessions to get an in depth view of your history and background. During therapy I will look deeply into thought patterns and habits that may be blocking you from success to challenge you and gently "call you out".
Photo of Shoma Rao, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 486-5408
"
I often use Narrative and CBT approaches depending on the subject matter. In the first session I will get an outline of what you wish to focus on and then a few subsequent sessions to get an in depth view of your history and background. During therapy I will look deeply into thought patterns and habits that may be blocking you from success to challenge you and gently "call you out".
Photo of Shoma Rao, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 486-5408

Location

Primary Location

San Diego, CA 92169

(619) 486-5408
Photo of Shoma Rao, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 486-5408
Photo of Shoma Rao, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 486-5408