Tara
Psychologist, PhD
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
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I’m a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in San Diego specializing in trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, past trauma, or major life changes? I have a dual PhD in Clinical and Organizational Psychology, offering bilingual English/Spanish therapy for adults. I help clients navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, identity challenges, adoption‑related experiences, relationship issues, and perfectionism. Together, we work to reduce emotional overwhelm, strengthen coping skills, and help you feel more grounded, confident, and in control of your life.
As a Spanish‑speaking transracial adoptee, diversity is central to my identity and my work. I honor your intersecting identities and the experiences that shaped you. Using evidence‑based approaches, I support you in understanding your emotions, building resilience, and healing from the stressors that impact your daily life.
Therapy is a space where you can show up exactly as you are. My goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and empowered as you move through life’s challenges. I offer flexible scheduling and fees, and I welcome you to reach out with any questions as you consider beginning therapy.
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Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Out of Network
Tara Arnold
Psychologist, PhD
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (858) 201-5711
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY30270 Tara Arnold
- In Practice for 14 years
- Attended California School of Professional Psychology, Dual Ph.D. in Clinical and Organizational Psych, Graduated 2017
- Membership with San Diego Psychological Association- Cultural Diversity Committee
- Membership with South Asian Therapists
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Tara Arnold
Psychologist, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (858) 201-5711
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Grief
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Adoption
- Body Image
- Cancer
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Illness
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Infidelity
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Women's Issues
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Asian
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Asian
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Existential
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Schema Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Tara Arnold
Psychologist, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (858) 201-5711
Location
Additional Location
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 201-5711