
Dr. Yamilka Urquiza-Mendoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
10 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33612
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Navigating the complex waters of stress, trauma, and multicultural relationships, individuals, couples, and families often face unique challenges. With cultural differences, life transitions, and traumas or emotional abuse as obstacles, human-beings seek harmony and understanding. That's where I come in, wholeheartedly committed to guiding you with empathy and openness. By fostering heartfelt communication, I empower you to embrace your unique journey and grace through adversity. Together, we transform challenges into growth, equipping you with tools to heal and envision a future filled with hope, resilience, and unity.
I am a Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA LMFT112227 and FL TPMF275). I have specialized training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Therapy (AEDP), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I understand feeling stuck and alone when trauma or disconnection holds you back. You're seeking hope and a path to healing. Reach out, and together we’ll walk towards restoring joy and connection. Let’s turn your challenges into growth, empowering you to embrace life fully with renewed potential and strength.
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Finances
Fees
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa
Insurance
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
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Dr. Yamilka Urquiza-Mendoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 112227 Yamilka Urquiza-MendozaLicense state differs from primary location state.
- In Practice for 10 Years
- Certificate from Alliant International University Latin American Family Therapy / 2016
- Certificate from Relationship Training Institute The STOP Program / 2016
- Attended Doctor of Psychology, Doctor of Psychology, Graduated 2019
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Trauma and PTSD
- Parenting
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Body Positivity
- Cancer
- Couples, families
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
10 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- AEDP
- Attachment-based
- Brainspotting
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Family / Marital
- Multicultural
- Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
- Trauma Focused
Location
Additional Location
Halcyon Family Health
San Diego, CA 92131
(813) 896-3788Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
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Dr. Yamilka Urquiza-Mendoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT