Spencer A.
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC (he, him)
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Whether you're navigating complex feelings about your relationships, dealing with the impact of substance use, or exploring the intersection of your personal journey, a compassionate, non-judgmental space for you to process and grow is endemic to our work. By blending humanistic and existential frameworks with trauma-informed techniques and psychodynamic principles, I focus on garnering insight into your experiences while also providing practical, actionable tools for lasting change.
I specialize in working in substance use, harm reduction, chemsex, sexual orientation/identity and HIV-related support, as I bring an understanding of the unique challenges these experiences can present. The LGBTQIA+ community and those exploring ethical non-monogamy are additional areas of focus and training available for clients to leverage and feel seen.
I believe that therapy is most effective when it’s not only insightful but collaborative. Together, we will explore core values, growth opportunities, and often, find time to fill the space with laughter. You are deserving of a life that feels authentic and meaningful. Change isn’t always easy, yet you don’t have to embark on the journey alone.
Call or Email Spencer A. Erdman now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 304-4670
Let's Connect (619) 304-4670
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Insurance
- Aetna
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Spencer A. Erdman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (619) 304-4670
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 153475 Supervised by Pamela Highfill (California / 103948) Spencer Andrew Erdman
- In Practice for 2 years
- Attended Pepperdine University, MA - Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2024
- Degree/Diploma from Northern Arizona University BA - Psychology / 2016
- Degree/Diploma from Northern Arizona University BS - Biomedical Sciences / 2016
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Spencer A. Erdman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (619) 304-4670
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQ+
- Substance Use
- HIV & Infectious Disease
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Relapse
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- First Responders
- Harm Reduction
- Men's Issues
- Polyamory & ENM
- Sex Therapy
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Sexual Abuse
- Trauma and PTSD
Spencer A. Erdman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (619) 304-4670
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Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Existential
- Gottman Method
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Narrative
- Psychodynamic
Spencer A. Erdman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (619) 304-4670
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Spencer A. Erdman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 304-4670