Susie VanDyke

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Susie VanDyke

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

6 Endorsed

8799 Balboa Avenue, Suite 255, San Diego, CA 92123

(858) 758-3597

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Hello, I am Susie VanDyke, and I love working with PTSD, trauma, alcohol use, and substance use issues. I especially enjoy working with veterans, first responders, their families, and anyone going through difficult times. I graduated with a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2008 and have over fifteen years of experience in various mental health and hospital settings, with a concentration in military and first responders. I love helping people improve their lives and want them to feel better as quickly as possible. I enjoy helping people who are feeling hopeless about their situations because of tough circumstances.

I was the lead clinician for their combat veterans’ program at VVSD. For the past ten years, I have been a member of the Veterans Treatment Court (VTC). This is a collaborative court that prioritizes treatment over incarceration for veterans and active-duty service members with criminal convictions and unique concerns.

I am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Grief Counseling and have been trained in Shame Counseling, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). I specialize in trauma with an emphasis on addressing sleep issues and addiction. I also have significant experience working with Bipolar.

Call or Email Susie VanDyke now for a free 15 minute consultation - (858) 758-3597

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Bellator Psychological - San Diego

8799 Balboa Avenue, Suite 255

San Diego, CA 92123 map

(858) 758-3597

Bellator Psychological - Orange County

23361 Madero

Mission Viejo, CA 92691 map

Hello, I offer in person and telehealth sessions on weekdays and some weekends. My office is very cozy and I look forward to meeting you.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Bipolar Disorder and Alcohol Use

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

I am not great with technology but I wanted to say hi and let everyone know who I am. Thanks and feel free to call me.

Let's Connect (858) 758-3597

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Bellator Psychological - San Diego

8799 Balboa Avenue, Suite 255

San Diego, CA 92123 map

(858) 758-3597

Bellator Psychological - Orange County

23361 Madero

Mission Viejo, CA 92691 map

Hello, I offer in person and telehealth sessions on weekdays and some weekends. My office is very cozy and I look forward to meeting you.

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Bipolar Disorder and Alcohol Use

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

I am not great with technology but I wanted to say hi and let everyone know who I am. Thanks and feel free to call me.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175
Couple Sessions $185
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth
Medicare
Optum
TRICARE
TriWest
United Medical Resources (UMR)
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Out of Network

Hello, I accept some insurance, and I am working on accepting more insurances soon. I am in network for United Aetna tri-West, and tri-care at this time. I am working on accepting Blue Shield, Blue Cross, CIGNA optimum and several others. Please check back with me soon regarding updated insurances.

Susie VanDyke

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 758-3597

Susie VanDyke

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 758-3597

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT84859 Susie VanDyke

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 15 years

Attended Chapman University , Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2008

Additional Credentials

Certificate from CPT

Susie VanDyke

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (858) 758-3597

Susie VanDyke

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (858) 758-3597

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Trauma and PTSD
Bipolar Disorder
Alcohol Use

Expertise

Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Chronic Impulsivity
Codependency
Depression
Divorce
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Violence
Drug Abuse
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Gambling
Grief
Infidelity
Relationship Issues
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sexual Abuse
Sexual Addiction
Sleep or Insomnia
Substance Use
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Veterans

I will be patient and ensure that I fully understand what you were experiencing. However, I know you've come to treatment to feel better and I want to use the scientifically proven treatments that are going to make you feel better quickly. We will go wherever we need to go and when we need to go there.

Susie VanDyke

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 758-3597

Susie VanDyke

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 758-3597

6 Endorsements

Dr. Alan Acre

Psychologist, PsyD

As a fellow therapist, I am genuinely impressed with the depth of insight and empathy that this therapist brings to each session. Their ability to create a safe space for exploration is truly commendable. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking help.

Dr. George Dabdoub

Psychologist, PsyD

Susie excels in supporting first responders and veterans with tailored therapies for PTSD, bi-polar and substance use. Her compassionate, evidence-based approach ensures effective, stigma-free mental health care.

Melissa Houlston

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Having collaborated with Suzie on cases, I can attest to her expertise and dedication. Clients consistently express gratitude for the transformative experiences facilitated by this skilled practitioner. If she has availability then I recommend seeing her.

Bellator Psychological and Consultants Corporation

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate

Suzie possesses a rare combination of clinical proficiency and genuine compassion. Her commitment to continuous learning and client well-being is evident in every interaction. I wholeheartedly endorse her therapeutic expertise.

Kassandra Estrella

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Susie is an exceptional therapist with a deep understanding of human behavior. Their compassion and insight create a safe and supportive environment for clients to heal and thrive.

Priya Sharma

Psychological Associate, MA, AMFT

Mrs. VanDyke's mastery of ACT and shame reduction therapy supports first responders' mental health. Her peer-led approach reduces stigma, fostering recovery and growth in high-risk, diverse populations.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Family Systems
Integrative
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Interpersonal
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Trauma Focused

Hello, I have spent 15 years working on trauma and substance. Use issues with clients. I've had a lot of success in helping them with the most effective trauma and substance use treatments available. I have also worked a lot with bipolar disorder and feel very confident in treating BPD.

Susie VanDyke

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 758-3597

Susie VanDyke

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 758-3597

Location

Primary Location

Bellator Psychological - San Diego

8799 Balboa Avenue, Suite 255

San Diego, CA 92123

(858) 758-3597

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Bellator Psychological - Orange County

23361 Madero

Mission Viejo, CA 92691

(858) 758-3597

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Kearny Mesa

Hello, I offer in person and telehealth sessions on weekdays and some weekends. My office is very cozy and I look forward to meeting you.

Susie VanDyke

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (858) 758-3597

Hello, I offer in person and telehealth sessions on weekdays and some weekends. My office is very cozy and I look forward to meeting you.

Susie VanDyke

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (858) 758-3597

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