Therapists in San Diego, CA

I am a licensed Psychologist, with over 30 years experience working with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, loss and trauma. Working together , we will collaboratively develop a plan that meets your individual needs and empowers you to find stability and satisfaction in your life. I am experienced in using a wide variety of modalities , including CBT and Mindfulness, and we will work together to utilize what will best help you meet your goals.

Hello! My name is Tess Norton and I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist. I use a psychodynamic, client-centered approach with my clients. I help young adults better handle life’s stressors, keep perfectionism in check, and grow their self-esteem. I enjoy working with young adults who are navigating their own unique paths in life. I am most comfortable working with anxiety, whether it stems from familial stress or societal pressures. I am especially passionate about serving the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. I also enjoy working with immigrants and children of immigrants.

My name is Marjorie Manuel, LCSW practicing in the state of California. I am very big on rapport building and involving the clients in driving their own treatments, which include active participation in goal setting and working on realistic expectations in therapy. My background experiences were focused on depression, anxiety, stress, counseling, mental health illness, substance use, grief, and military.

You have made the first step, having the strength to reach out. I am excited to walk beside you on your journey to take care of yourself. My focus is in providing a safe, non-judgmental space, meeting you where you are and working toward your personal goals. Whether self-esteem, relationship issues, loneliness, phase of life transitions, or difficult past experiences, I utilize evidence-based practices and practice with a client-centered and strengths-based approach. I recognize that depression and anxiety can feel like a roadblock to living the life you want.

I believe that every individual possesses immense potential for growth, healing, and self-discovery. I am committed to providing a safe and compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. I am passionate about helping individuals harness their inner strength, overcome obstacles, and achieve peak performance in their chosen fields. Whether you're an athlete, artist, musician, or professional striving for excellence, I am here to support you on your path to success. Together, we can unlock your full potential and help you reach new heights of mental strength and satisfaction.

I am Judi Bucholtz and I am a PhD. and a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. As a practical, interactive, interpersonal, and insight-oriented therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I help clients find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.

Julia Johnson, LCSW believes in the dignity and worth of all people. She has 17 years of experience working in health care and providing therapy, and has witnessed first-hand people becoming anxious, depressed and overwhelmed when their lives transform due to illness or changes out of their control. Julia has empathy and compassion to listen to others and help with the many changes and adjustments they face.

“The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall," Nelson Mandela. It is never fun to fall, yet it is something we all experience. If life has you in the midst of difficult challenges and you feel overwhelmed, know that you are not alone. Reaching out for support is an act of strength and courage, and is the first step in getting up again. I work with adults of all ages who are experiencing difficulties including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and stress.

As a marriage and family therapist, my ideal client is an individual or family seeking to strengthen their bonds, enhanced communication, and overcome obstacles together. Whether they’re facing transitions, conflicts, or are simply aiming to deepen their connections, my therapeutic space is open to you. I welcome individuals of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds, ready to embrace positive change and create of a nurturing environment where every member feels heard, valued, and supported. Let's embark on this transformative journey together, one step at a time.

I am licensed in California & Ohio with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I believe that you are the expert on your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Hello! I am an attentive and dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help people from various walks of life to understand themselves better, to heal, and to grow. I am a bilingual Spanish therapist that understands the difficulties of being multicultural in our society today. I use warmth, curiosity, and humor to help remove the barriers to feeling happy and connected- to yourself, others, and your life. I have helped numerous people facing the challenges of depression, anxiety, anger, stress, trauma, parenting, relationships, and life transitions.

My name is Diann Horton, LCSW, and I have professional experience working with clients that are struggling with self-esteem, confidence, substance abuse, motivation, stress, and anxiety, as well as career/work challenges. I am a big advocate of clients wants and needs, therefore, I tend to favor the client centered approach because you are the expert of your own story. I typically work with individual adult clients that are having trouble with self-esteem, confidence, motivation, and career difficulties, as well as clients struggling with addiction.

Hey there! My name is Caron and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 22 years of experience. I specialize in helping individuals navigate issues including aging, coping skills, depression, family conflict, and stress. The client's I currently work with seem to like the Solution Focused, Narrative Therapy approach I use, because the therapy work is client focused and is usually brief (3-6 months sometimes). This approach works best with people who are truly motivated to explore the root causes of their discomfort, and begin working on resolving them.

My name is Yvette Quevedo I am a Latina bilingual licensed clinical social worker and have experience working with patients struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and trauma. I use a multicultural lens and a cognitive behavioral therapeutic approach. Cognitive behavioral therapy, Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy. I strive to provide an open/ relaxed and non-judgmental space for patients/ clients. I make it a point to be empathetic and work with my patients in a collaborative manner.

Hello, my name is Cynthia Aiken, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and families from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. My goal in therapy is to provide a safe space for you to work towards actualizing your best self. Together, you will learn to use your existing strengths and identify those you may not know exist within you to achieve your goals. I am bilingual/bicultural and fluent in Spanish.

Hello! My name is Jennifer J. Sanchez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (993472) in the state of California with 7 years of experience. I am certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). I am passionate about maternal mental health and provide support for women and their families struggling with prenatal/postpartum stress/anxiety, role transitions, and infertility. As finding time for therapy may be difficult for mothers, I offer and am available for later evening sessions.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I began my clinical training journey in 2014. Over the years I have gained clinical experience working with adults, teens, and families. In addition, I have supported a variety of populations that include victims of human trafficking, individuals with eating disorders, and adolescents struggling with mood and behavioral challenges. The clients I worked with reported symptoms of trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, work-life balance, and other personal stressors.

I draw on a broad range of approaches to meet my client’s needs. For short term treatment I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing. They are particularly helpful for people suffering from stress, life transitions, relationship problems, depression, anxiety (including phobias and performance anxiety), single incident trauma, or other challenging life events to quickly get back on the road to leading a fully functional life.

Hi there. My name is Charity Olson, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work from a collaborative standpoint with my clients. I enjoy utilizing Cognitive Behavorial therapy as I truly believe that changing the way you look and think about different situations in your life will change your behavior and give you the positive outcomes you seek. I will also work with you on finding practical solutions to problems within your life around depression, anxiety, family stress, difficulty with minor and adult children as well as traumatic events that have taken place within your life.