Susan Heemstra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
9 Endorsed
Let's Connect (619) 332-1912
Available both in-person and online
2251 San Diego Avenue Suite B-150 San Diego, CA 92110
Most couples don't come to therapy because they stopped loving each other, they come because they're exhausted from the same fights, the silence, or drifting apart. If that sounds familiar, you're in the right place. I specialize exclusively in couples therapy, and I bring two of the most research-backed approaches to every session: Gottman Method (fully trained) & Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Together, these help couples not just manage conflict but actually understand what's underneath it & build the kind of connection that makes your relationship feel worth fighting for.
Whether you're navigating infidelity, feeling more like roommates than partners, struggling after a big life transition, or simply wanting to invest in your relationship before things get worse, I'd love to help. I offer a free 15-minute consultation so you can get a feel for whether we're a good fit.
I am available in Old Town of San Diego, as well as providing online therapy throughout CA.
Call or Email Susan Heemstra now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 332-1912
Let's Connect (619) 332-1912
Finances
Fees
- Couple Sessions $230
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Blue Cross Out-of-Network direct billing service
- Mutual of Omaha
- Out-of-Network
- Out of Network
Susan Heemstra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (619) 332-1912
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 103201 Susan Heemstra
Susan Heemstra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (619) 332-1912
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Marital and Premarital
- Infidelity
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Chronic Illness
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Susan Heemstra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (619) 332-1912
9 Endorsements
Part of The Heart of the Matter Relationship Counseling
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Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Couples
Communities
Single Parent
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Couples
Communities
Single Parent
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Gottman Method
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Susan Heemstra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (619) 332-1912
Location
Primary Location
The Heart of the Matter Relationship Counseling
2251 San Diego Avenue
Suite B-150
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 332-1912Email Me
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Susan Heemstra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 332-1912