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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
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Shruti Patel

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT (she, her)

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San Diego, CA 92108
Feeling stressed, anxious, tired or lonely? Having low motivation? Struggling to understand your emotions, to communicate your needs, or unsure where to start? You're not alone. If you're dealing with the weight of past trauma, current life stressors, or just feeling overwhelmed, taking the first step towards healing is the hardest part—but you don’t have to go through this alone. Let's work together to understand your feelings, find clarity, and harness your strengths to create a path toward healing and a more balanced self.
I specialize in supporting children and adults in navigating life's challenges, managing anxiety, building communication skills and adjusting to changes. I use Client-Centered Therapy, Art and Play Therapy, and CBT, with a collaborative, non-directive approach tailored to your needs. Together, we’ll explore practical tools to strengthen stress management.
I create a warm, safe, and fun space for clients to feel heard, seen, and understood. Healing isn’t linear, and I’m here to support you at your pace, providing compassion and creativity along the way. To learn more, I offer a free 20-minute consultation to discuss if I'm an appropriate resource for your unique needs and answer any questions you may have.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Diego, CA 92108

Mission Viejo, CA 92691

My website
I offer video sessions Monday through Friday for clients in CA and UT. Book your session by clicking on 'Website'. :)
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Burnout 
$250 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Connect with Shruti Patel
Photo of Shruti Patel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Diego, CA 92108

Mission Viejo, CA 92691

My website
I offer video sessions Monday through Friday for clients in CA and UT. Book your session by clicking on 'Website'. :)
I specialize in Anxiety, Life Transitions and Burnout 
$250 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mas.
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Independence Administrators
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Providence
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I am in-network with some insurances and also accept private pay. Use the Headway link to check if I accept your insurance. I may be able to provide a superbill; however this does not guarantee reimbursement. I also offer a sliding scale to those who qualify. Feel free to ask any questions!
Photo of Shruti Patel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shruti Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I am in-network with some insurances and also accept private pay. Use the Headway link to check if I accept your insurance. I may be able to provide a superbill; however this does not guarantee reimbursement. I also offer a sliding scale to those who qualify. Feel free to ask any questions!
Photo of Shruti Patel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shruti Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 121868 Shruti Patel
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 12 years
  • Attended Argosy University, SFBA, MA in Counseling Psychology, MFT, Graduated 2015
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Utah Division of Professional Licensing 13649334-3902 / 2023
  • License: California Board of Behavioral Health Sciences 121868 / 2020
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I have 11 years of experience supporting children and adults, focusing on social relationships, reducing anxiety, building confidence, and managing stress. I'm trained in TF-CBT, CBT, solution-focused, art and play therapy.
Photo of Shruti Patel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shruti Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I have 11 years of experience supporting children and adults, focusing on social relationships, reducing anxiety, building confidence, and managing stress. I'm trained in TF-CBT, CBT, solution-focused, art and play therapy.
Photo of Shruti Patel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shruti Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Life Transitions
  • Burnout

Expertise

  • Coping Skills
  • Cultural Issues/Diversity
  • Depression
  • First Generation Asian Daughter
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients who experience anxiety, trauma, or grief, related to their relationships or life events/stress. In the first few sessions, we will explore your concerns and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you feel more at peace. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first 3 months and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Shruti Patel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shruti Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I work with clients who experience anxiety, trauma, or grief, related to their relationships or life events/stress. In the first few sessions, we will explore your concerns and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you feel more at peace. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first 3 months and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Shruti Patel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shruti Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Endorsement

Christine Beckner
Christine Beckner
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Shruti is a compassionate therapist whose genuine kindness creates a safe, supportive environment for growth. Her passion for working with children is evident, and I would enthusiastically recommend her to anyone seeking support for their kids.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Asian
South Asian

I also speak

Gujarati
Hindi

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Asian
South Asian

I also speak

Gujarati
Hindi

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dance Movement Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Integrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use strength based, person-center approaches in practice and I meet you were you are. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy, past experiences in therapy, and then decide together the most appropriate ways to help you make progress towards your goals. Your goals don't strictly need to be mental health related in order to start your journey with therapy. :)
Photo of Shruti Patel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shruti Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I use strength based, person-center approaches in practice and I meet you were you are. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy, past experiences in therapy, and then decide together the most appropriate ways to help you make progress towards your goals. Your goals don't strictly need to be mental health related in order to start your journey with therapy. :)
Photo of Shruti Patel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shruti Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

San Diego, CA 92108

Additional Location

Mission Viejo, CA 92691

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I offer video sessions Monday through Friday for clients in CA and UT. Book your session by clicking on 'Website'. :)
Photo of Shruti Patel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shruti Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
"
I offer video sessions Monday through Friday for clients in CA and UT. Book your session by clicking on 'Website'. :)
Photo of Shruti Patel, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shruti Patel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT