Wendell Perkins

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

7 Endorsed

3333 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 215, San Diego, CA 92108

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My therapy styles harness the power of interpersonal connection to foster deep healing that leads to transformational change. I have a particular interest in helping to dismantle shame. My training is designed to help you revitalize your emotions, find safety in connection and bring back joy and curiosity. I would love to join you in your journey and help support your growth. I love to strengthen couples and welcome any version a relationship into the room. I have a wealth of experience helping others navigate ADHD, autism, depression, anxiety, and invasive thoughts.

I am an AEDP practitioner. It is an empathic and engaged approach to therapy that creates an environment ideal for healing both emotional and relational experiences. I rely heavily on narrative therapy and am trained in EMDR to address acute trauma. These methods are designed to strengthen resilience, navigate neurodivergence, and repair core issues.

I have an authentic, calming, and supportive style. I believe that we heal in relation to others, we heal in community, we heal in communion. I seek to create a space that fosters these ideals. I am often inspired by my clients. My training and work are informed by cutting-edge findings and I am supervised by leaders in this field. I invite you to join me.

Call or Email Wendell Perkins now for a free 15 minute consultation - (858) 428-2212

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3333 Camino Del Rio South

Suite 215

San Diego, CA 92108 map

(858) 428-2212

I am available to anyone in the state of California through Telehealth and I see clients in person at my San Diego office.

$175 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (858) 428-2212

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

3333 Camino Del Rio South

Suite 215

San Diego, CA 92108 map

(858) 428-2212

I am available to anyone in the state of California through Telehealth and I see clients in person at my San Diego office.

$175 Per Session

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

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

Payment Methods

American Express, Mastercard, Visa

I do not accept insurance. I am happy to provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions, I am happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.

Wendell Perkins

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 428-2212

Wendell Perkins

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 428-2212

Qualifications

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate: J Wendell Perkins

Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 151015 Supervised by Jennifer Chappel-Marsh (California / 53559) J Wendell Perkins

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 2 years

Attended Alliant International University, MFT in progress, Graduated 2024

Additional Credentials

Certificate from AEDP Level 2 / 2023

Certificate from EMDR Level 1 / 2024

I hold certifications in AEDP, EMDR, TFCBT, Domestic Violence, and PCIT. I have extensive training in Narrative therapy, Relational accountability, Psychedelic integration, EFT and trauma focused therapy. My training is based on the most recent data and I am supported by top experts in my field.

Wendell Perkins

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 428-2212

Wendell Perkins

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 428-2212

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Body Positivity
Chronic Impulsivity
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Domestic Violence
Family Conflict
Grief
Infidelity
LGBTQ+
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Men's Issues
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Trauma and PTSD

I encourage collaboration, affirmation, connection, recognition, acceptance, and strength. You and I will discover your specific style of mental health and together we will breathe life into it. These efforts foster an expanding upward spiral of curiosity, willingness, safety, empowerment, joy, and excitement.

Wendell Perkins

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 428-2212

Wendell Perkins

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 428-2212

7 Endorsements

Susan C Dorswitt

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Wendell's calm demeanor and non-judgmental stance makes the therapy experience feel safe and comfortable

Shar Kunovsky

Counselor, JD, MA, LMHC

Wendell demonstrates a profound understanding of his clients' needs, providing a compassionate and accepting environment for healing and growth.

Chris Taylor

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MedFT, C-DBT

Wendell continues to provide a place of care, compassion, non-judgement, and empathy to all individuals, couples, and families. His experience and clinical work allows for individuals and families to explore their own lived experiences and meaning in life.

Kayla Yasuda

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT

Wendell holds such genuine empathy and care for his clients. He is an incredible therapist with extensive training to support his clients through the toughest of challenges.

Cynthia Flowers

Counselor, LMHC

I have had the pleasure of being in two of Wendell's training groups. He has a wonderful authenticity and reassuring presence. He brings theoretical astuteness, tempered with warmth and compassion. He knows how to challenge gently, yet effectively.

Michele Sienkiewicz

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Wendell is a kind, insightful, and knowledgeable therapist. He brings his many years of personal and professional experience to his client relationships. Wendell creates a warm, safe therapeutic environment where clients feel welcomed and valued.

Robin M. Cooper

Psychologist, PsyD

Wendell is an absolute gift! His warmth, openness, curiosity and authentic presence are felt immediately. He creates safety so we can explore our inner lives, open our hearts to ourselves and the world, and heal. Anyone would be lucky to work with Wendell.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

AEDP
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Narrative

I use are: Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) to help you know you, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) to help you in relationship to others, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) to help you move past trauma, and Narrative therapy to make sense of it all.

Wendell Perkins

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 428-2212

Wendell Perkins

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (858) 428-2212

Location

Primary Location

3333 Camino Del Rio South

Suite 215

San Diego, CA 92108

(858) 428-2212

Email us

Website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Normal Heights

I am available to anyone in the state of California through Telehealth and I see clients in person at my San Diego office.

Wendell Perkins

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (858) 428-2212

I am available to anyone in the state of California through Telehealth and I see clients in person at my San Diego office.

Wendell Perkins

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT

Call for a free consultation now - (858) 428-2212