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Valerie Christian
Psychologist, PhD

Valerie Christian

Psychologist, PhD (she, her)

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12264 El Camino Real Ste 203, San Diego, CA 92130
Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Let's Connect (858) 326-9614
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Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Valerie Christian is a licensed Psychologist who earned her Ph.D. from the California School of Professional Psychology in 1997. She completed her post-doctoral fellowship at Scripps Clinic: Division of Mental Health. Dr. Christian has experience in the treatment of childhood abuse and trauma. Having completed a pre-doctoral internship with San Diego Court Child Protective Services' Child Sexual Abuse Treatment Program, she is well versed at treating complex and difficult cases. Dr. Christian also has expertise in treating children, adolescents, teens, and adults who suffer from chronic illness.
She was the Lead Psychologist on a research study conducted by Sharp Hospital and UCSF on the impact of familial support in the treatment of psychological issues associated with living with diabetes. In addition, Dr. Christian works with individuals suffering with obesity.
She helps these patients cope and adjust to the psychological, behavioral, and cognitive changes that occur as they prepare for bariatric surgery, during recovery, and in the months following surgery. Dr. Christian utilizes a variety of treatment modalities tailored to her patients' individual needs.
Take the first step to help. Call or Valerie Christian now - (858) 326-9614

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

LifeStance Health

12264 El Camino Real Ste 203

San Diego, CA 92130

(858) 326-9614

San Diego, CA 92126

Call or book online to schedule a New Patient Appointment with a LifeStance Health provider.
I specialize in Anxiety, Child and Depression 
I accept insurance 
Let's Connect (858) 326-9614
Photo of Valerie Christian, PhD, Psychologist
Managed by LifeStance Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

LifeStance Health

12264 El Camino Real Ste 203

San Diego, CA 92130

(858) 326-9614

San Diego, CA 92126

Call or book online to schedule a New Patient Appointment with a LifeStance Health provider.
I specialize in Anxiety, Child and Depression 
I accept insurance 

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
  • Blue Shield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Humana
  • Magellan
  • MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
  • MultiPlan
  • Optum
  • Partners Direct Health
  • PHCS Network
  • Sana Benefits
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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We accept many major insurance plans. If you dont see your insurance listed, please contact us to see how we could help.
or call with questions - (858) 326-9614
Photo of Valerie Christian, PhD, Psychologist
Valerie Christian
Psychologist, PhD
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We accept many major insurance plans. If you dont see your insurance listed, please contact us to see how we could help.
or call with questions - (858) 326-9614
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Valerie Christian
Psychologist, PhD

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY16931 Valerie Christian
  • Degree/Diploma from Alliant International University PhD / 1997
  • Attended California School Of Professional Psychology, MA, Graduated 1993
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (858) 326-9614
Photo of Valerie Christian, PhD, Psychologist
Valerie Christian
Psychologist, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (858) 326-9614
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Valerie Christian
Psychologist, PhD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Child
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Autism
  • Chronic Pain
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Trauma and PTSD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (858) 326-9614
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Valerie Christian
Psychologist, PhD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (858) 326-9614
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Valerie Christian
Psychologist, PhD

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Couples/Marital Counseling
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (858) 326-9614
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Valerie Christian
Psychologist, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (858) 326-9614
Photo of Valerie Christian, PhD, Psychologist
Valerie Christian
Psychologist, PhD

Location

Primary Location

LifeStance Health

12264 El Camino Real Ste 203

San Diego, CA 92130

(858) 326-9614

Additional Location

San Diego, CA 92126

(858) 326-9614
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Call or book online to schedule a New Patient Appointment with a LifeStance Health provider.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (858) 326-9614
Photo of Valerie Christian, PhD, Psychologist
Valerie Christian
Psychologist, PhD
"
Call or book online to schedule a New Patient Appointment with a LifeStance Health provider.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (858) 326-9614
Photo of Valerie Christian, PhD, Psychologist
Valerie Christian
Psychologist, PhD