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Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
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Shoma Rao

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
San Diego, CA 92169
(619) 486-5408
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Starting and staying in therapy can be intimidating! It doesn’t have to be that way. I enjoy using humor and just being a fellow human with my clients while we navigate the path of mental health together. Having a session with me is like talking to an old friend. I strongly believe that the connection between the therapist and yourself is the most crucial aspect of a successful therapeutic relationship. I treat adults 18 and over in our lovely state of California via telehealth (video) who are dealing with anxiety, boundary issues and difficult relationship and family dynamics along with career strategizing and coaching.
I specialize in treating anxiety that goes a step beyond the regular CBT route, utilizing narrative therapy that will help you to feel healed and seen. I enjoy working with people facing career challenges that are hindering their upward trajectory and I am skilled in helping you hone your "soft skills" and developing people strategies to deal with conflict
I am here to help you achieve your best potential and to help restore your light while you navigate difficulties. Please reach out for a free consultation over the phone to see if we are a good fit. I take cash pay and a number of insurances including United Health Care, Blue Shield of California, Anthem Blue Cross California and Aetna.
Call or Shoma Rao now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 486-5408

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Diego, CA 92169

(619) 486-5408
I specialize in Anxiety, Career Counseling and Life Coaching 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (619) 486-5408
Photo of Shoma Rao, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Diego, CA 92169

(619) 486-5408
I specialize in Anxiety, Career Counseling and Life Coaching 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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
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Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Qualifications

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

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Life Coaching

Expertise

  • Body Positivity
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
  • Workplace Stress
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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.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 486-5408
Photo of Shoma Rao, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
"
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.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 486-5408
Photo of Shoma Rao, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

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

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

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

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • 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".
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 486-5408
Photo of Shoma Rao, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
"
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".
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 486-5408
Photo of Shoma Rao, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Location

Primary Location

San Diego, CA 92169

(619) 486-5408

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