Therapists in San Diego, CA

Artmiz Bahadori is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. She enjoys working with adults of any age who struggle with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and other challenges. Artmiz graduated with her Master's degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy at San Diego State University and earned her Bachelor's degree in Sociology with a minor in Women's Studies at Cal State University.

Dr. Maddy Brener, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in San Diego, California has over a decade of experience in the mental health field. She has worked with a diverse range of children, teens, adults, and seniors with a wide variety of diagnoses ranging from generalized anxiety and major depression to chronic paranoid schizophrenia and personality disorders. Dr. Brener's particular areas of expertise include LGBTQIA+ issues, nonmonogamy/polyamory, kink/BDSM, chronic pain, negative self-talk, military service-related issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and interpersonal communication.

Hello my name is Ann Alsaadi. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California (LMFT) since 2007. I have conducted groups for Parenting, Anger Management, Domestic Violence, Sexual Offenses and Victims of Crime. I also worked in the foster care and adoption field through both the social work and mental health perspectives for many years. Through this I gained experience with working with several issues in regards to children, families, infertility, adoption issues and issues related to foster care from the perspectives of the foster children and youth, resource parents and birth families. 

As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I'm dedicated to fostering lasting change through collaborative and encouraging support. Working with both couples and individuals, my goal is to empower clients to navigate challenges and cultivate thriving relationships. Together, we'll embark on a journey toward growth, resilience, and lasting fulfillment.

Courtney Moore is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with more than three years of experience. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California. Courtney believes in a treatment philosophy that is client-centered, biopsychosocial-spiritual, person in environment, and includes holistic healing. In her free time, Courtney enjoys yoga, hiking, the beach, tennis, traveling, and meditation.

Elizabeth Duvall, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist licensed to practice in California since 2020. Dr. Duvall earned a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles hub. She completed her training and internships at The Clare Foundation in Santa Monica, California, The Farr Center in Los Angeles, and has worked at several private practices throughout the greater Los Angeles area.

Dr. Silva is the Chief Behavior Health Officer for San Diego based mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.

Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Sorrento Valley, CA and via Telehealth in CA. We have immediate openings and are accepting new clients. Our Mission is to provide quality counseling for all ages throughout life. We provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care for all children, teens, adults, couples and families. We respect each family member's unique identities, perspectives and experiences in life. With effective and creative psychotherapeutic interventions, we support emotional growth and development during various stages of life to be healthier.

Dusti D. Romans is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2013. She has a Masters in Social Work from USC. Change only happens during difficult times. Dusti wants to stand by you through these times while giving you the skills to be able to handle the challenges of life on your own. Dusti loves her pets and works with local shelters and rescues and fosters often.

Krystin is a Marriage and Family Therapy, who has been practicing since 2016. She graduated from Loma Linda University with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and has a Bachelor's degree in Wilderness Therapy/Outdoor Leadership. Krystin believes that everyone has within them what it takes to find joy and feel success in their lives. She prides herself in proving a safe and comfortable space for clients to explore both themselves and their past, and approaches each of her clients with a genuine curiosity of their unique upbringing and experiences.

Diane Dameron is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 1991. She has a B.A. in Child Development and an M.S. in Counseling Psychology. Diane’s hope for you is that you feel heard, respected, and as comfortable in your appointments as possible. Together you and Diane can utilize the appointments to identify and work on goals, discuss the impact of recent issues and events, or just talk about how to build strengths and overcome negative feelings. She has experience working in nonprofit, group practice and has spent many years on the military base working with active-duty military members

Esau Valdez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2022. He has an MA in Psychology from Brandman University. Esau helps in reducing and eliminating these symptoms that have impacted functioning for the individual by providing a welcoming and safe environment where the individual can talk about their problems without judgment, shame, or guilt. Esau has worked and works with people who experience depression, anxiety, social anxiety, grief, loss, work stress, and various family issues.

Melanie Nicholls is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who started practicing in 2021. She has a Master of Social Work. Melanie believes in taking a systems theory approach recognizing that there are many facets that may influence someone's life and well-being. She strives to empower others to help them achieve their goals. In her spare time, Melanie enjoys watching movies, going on trips, and eating delicious food.

Hello! I provide therapy for youth, families, and individuals and have worked with various populations. I believe that everyone deserves a sense of belonging and a safe place to land while navigating life's challenges. I have experience treating complex trauma, family conflict, peer conflict, identity exploration, anxiety, depression, the impacts of social media/devices, and parenting challenges. I understand that everyone's mental health journey looks different. No matter what you may be facing, I would be honored to walk alongside you through it.

Jessica Cormier is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Massachusetts who has been practicing since 2018. Jessica provides an empathic and eclectic, person-centered approach to treating individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and relational challenges. She uses a variety of evidence-based approaches ranging from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing in order to support clients in overcoming challenges and healing from past traumas. Outside of work, Jessica is an avid traveler, amateur nature photographer and baker.

Mike Steinweg is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 1997. He has a BA in Psychology from Arizona State University, an MSW from San Diego State University, and an MSTOM from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Mike has a curious and compassionate perspective geared toward helping clients gain a greater sense of control and satisfaction in their lives, without judgement. He is also a licensed holistic practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine. Mike has a great deal of experience working with teens and adults as well as couples and families.

Leslie Salas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2023. Leslie, as a first-generation Mexican American, is passionate about providing mental health support to those who are bilingual or monolingual (Spanish/English). She understands and empathizes with the challenges faced by individuals coming to the United States. Leslie offers Evidence-Based Therapy approaches such as DBT, ACT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy.

Eva Ramirez-Holbrook is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience specializing in depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions, relational health, grief and loss. She is also a National Certified Counselor with more than 10 years of experience working with children and adolescents in a school setting with an emphasis on their academic and social/ emotional development. Eva's therapeutic approach is grounded by Narrative theory, utilizing a respectful, collaborative, and non-pathologizing approach to working with individuals.

Welcome! I have experience with a wide range of concerns including: stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harming behaviors and other mood disorders. My approach is grounded in a social justice and trauma-informed lens, strength-based, person-centered, and fosters a non-judgmental, affirming environment. My experience includes more than 6 years within community based and outpatient settings working with youth, adults and families.