Trauma Focused Therapists in Chula Vista, CA

Aloha! Life is full of change and transition, and that means life is also full of times when we need extra support to manage the anxiety, depression, and/or distress that often comes along with it. If this sounds like you, you're in the right place. I like to think of myself as a treatment partner, not someone who sits silently while you figure out your own path forward. That means I take a holistic, collaborative approach to treatment, with a nod to evidence-based practices, such as CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, as well as using EMDR and trauma-focused CPT for PTSD and other trauma-related symptoms.

My name is Irving Martinez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of Los Angeles, CA, and working with clients in California via telehealth. I work with both adolescents/adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in order to help my clients create change and move towards a better path.

Telehealth (Video) Only. My name is Gertrudis and I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 14 years of experience. My clinical expertise is in working with children, teenagers, and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and stress. I also have much experience in helping people dealing with relationship problems, life transitions, grief, trauma and parenting challenges. My aim is to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment to help clients become empowered in managing overwhelming feelings such as sever stress, anxiety and depression.

Maria G. Alcaraz, LMFT, graduated from Alliant International University with a Master of Arts in Marital and Family Therapy (Accredited by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy). Her goal is to help her clients to move towards a hopeful balanced future and regain a sense of normalcy. Maria works with transitional-aged youth (16-25) and adults struggling with life difficulties which can include and not limited to concerns with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family problems, and trauma, etc. I enjoy helping people overcome many life challenges.

Hello there! My name is Maribel Ceja Zamora. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (87156) in the state of California, with over 10 years of experience. Most of my practice has been centered around treating young children, adolescents, and adults. The areas of practice I focus on include: anxiety, depression, trauma, disruptive behaviors, adjustment disorders, substance disorders, and grief and loss. My therapeutic approach is client-centered. I offer cognitive and behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused CBT, and psychodynamic therapy.

I specialize in addressing a spectrum of mental health concerns including: Anxiety ,Depression ,Psychosis , LGBTQ+ Issues , ADHD , Trauma, Autism Spectrum Disorders , PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Mood Disorders.

My name is Jessica Marroquin and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am specialized in working with all ages from children as young as 5 to older adults. I take a client-centered approach in creating a safe enjoyable place where we can work together on developing new skills to tackle ways to improve your overall life functioning. I work with a variety of clients ranging from ages 0 to older adults. I am seasoned in working with young children, and families and feel comfortable with conducting individual and family sessions.

Hi, Glad you found me! Let’s work together. I specialize in working with a variety clients – children, women, families, and mothers. If you or your loved ones are navigating the challenges of anxiety, depression, or trauma, you've come to the right place. I provide a safe and supportive space where you can learn, express, and develop the tools to overcome these hurdles. Together, we'll embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. Whether it's finding peace, building resilience, or mending relationships, my goal is to help you or your family on the path to a brighter and healthier future. It is an honor to support you.

If you, like many, are feeling any mixture of difficult emotions, struggles, anxiety, isolation, prolonged sadness, depression, or struggling with addiction or mental health diagnosis, you are not alone. We have all collectively experienced a once in a lifetime pandemic and it’s taken its toll. Whatever your struggle- you want to feel better: whether working in a coaching capacity to achieve your goals, therapeutically to address current difficulties, symptoms or trauma (past/ present), relationship issues, general stress… This is the 1st step to FEEL the FULL joy of life again: you’ve found the right place! Take that first step.

Finding life to be an overwhelming challenge? Feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed? Perhaps trauma or adverse life experiences have you stuck and unable to move forward. Whatever your situation, I look forward to helping you heal and live a meaningful and fruitful life. In our work together, I integrate processes, interventions, and skills based in CBT, DBT, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to build psychological flexibility around your life/mental health concerns. I also provide EMDR therapy to address trauma and am happy to implement biblical/Christ-centered insights into therapy upon request.

I am a bilingual English/Spanish, bi-cultural therapist who specializes in treating postpartum depression and anxiety and life transitions. I aim to create a safe space for you to process unexpected emotions and learn new skills to manage challenging situations. Seeking support is often not easy so I commend you for taking the first step to make a positive change in your life. Need support through a major life transition? Contact me today for a free consultation phone call.

As a therapist, Hugo works with his clients to identify their desires and empower them to make changes in their lives. He understands that making the decision to seek help can be difficult, and he uses an approach that is compassionate, direct, and non-judgmental to create an environment where his clients feel supported in their counseling journey.

Does life feel difficult to navigate, whether it's personal relationships, career or finding purpose? Are you feeling stuck, lack of energy and low motivation? Do you struggle with overthinking, rumination, spiraling, impeding your ability to make lasting changes? In today's climate, many are struggling with heightened levels of anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed, and facing uncertainty in navigating the complexities of relationships, careers, and overall life. Neglecting your own needs, lack of purpose, & past trauma can potentially result in enduring challenges for both your mental and physical well-being.

I know from experience that looking for a therapist could be stressful. If you are here then you are on the right path and I am here to walk it with you. My name is Marypaz Garrdea. I am a bilingual, Spanish and English, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I am also a clinical psychologist from Mexico City with more than 15 years of experience.

I specialize in working with teens and adults who lived through a single, multiple, or years of trauma. If you’re struggling with your relationships, feeling more angry or irritated than usual, it’s hard trusting others, having difficult memories, disturbing dreams, feeling anxious, sad or lonely even if you’re surrounded by people, you may be experiencing side effects of trauma. You’ve been waiting for all this to go away by itself but you are realizing that professional help might be needed? I get it. You’re not alone. There’s hope! I can help heal those internal wounds so you can enjoy your trauma-free, best version of yourself!

The journey to parenthood is one of the most meaningful and life-changing experiences we go through as human beings. It is a journey that can be filled with great joy, but at times it can also be a heavy, heartbreaking, and even lonely road to travel. Experiences such as birth trauma, obstetric violence, infertility, and loss can leave us feeling broken and uncertain as to how to move forward. Anxiety, depression, and trauma can ultimately take a profound toll during this precious season of life.

Whether you are here for your inner child or for the present you, way to go! You’ve made the first step. Unlock healing and resilience with compassionate therapy tailored to address and overcome the effects of trauma,anxiety,depression,divorce,family problems or everyday life stressors.I am a skilled child trauma therapist here to help guide towards a brighter, empowered future. Invest in well-being today. I work with adults, teens and children and have a life purpose to help our communities heal. Los servicios pueden ser en Ingles, Spanglish o Espanol

Life is full of ups and downs, and I will be honored to walk along your side to see you enjoy the ups and good days and support you while you learn from the downs and not so happy times. My name is Agueda Takeuchi, I am a bilingual and bi-cultural marriage and family therapist. My passion has always been to serve individuals or families by providing them with services that support their well-being. Whether it is to improve emotional regulation, develop social skills, manage excessive stress and/or tension, improve communication skills, wellness and personal growth or deal with difficult life decisions, I am here to support you.

If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief or going through a life transition it would be my honor to support you in working through these issues. I am dedicated to enhancing your emotional well being and I strive to offer you a warm and non- judgmental environment where you can feel free to talk about any issues. l have been a therapist for 32 years, I have experience working with a wide variety of mental health issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse.