Therapists in 92037
![Photo of Henry Ahlstrom, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0cf81cf5-0a48-4587-9ca4-acccaee1beae/2/320x400.jpeg)
In an era of distractions and pressure, I help my clients reclaim their inner center. I have since 1995 actively refined how I see and work with people. I have learned to pick up on my clients’ struggles while also connecting with them. I am a certified Focusing Trainer, certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapist, and certified in Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment. These modalities are efficient mindfulness of the body approaches that help me provide you with tools to bring out the wealth of knowledge that your mind-body holds. This allows for something new to develop from within you such that real and lasting change can occur.
In an era of distractions and pressure, I help my clients reclaim their inner center. I have since 1995 actively refined how I see and work with people. I have learned to pick up on my clients’ struggles while also connecting with them. I am a certified Focusing Trainer, certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapist, and certified in Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment. These modalities are efficient mindfulness of the body approaches that help me provide you with tools to bring out the wealth of knowledge that your mind-body holds. This allows for something new to develop from within you such that real and lasting change can occur.
![Photo of Erik Erickson, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e306281e-10d2-482c-a827-f0528b9addf7/2/320x400.jpeg)
Erik Erickson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy treatment modalities as a base and bring in various other treatment methods based on the client. I have worked in several different areas with many different populations including a foster family agency, crisis unit, psychiatric hospital, and EAP programs. I believe in a straightforward approach to therapy. I focus on empowering individuals to empower themselves to make long-lasting changes and enhance the quality of their lives.
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy treatment modalities as a base and bring in various other treatment methods based on the client. I have worked in several different areas with many different populations including a foster family agency, crisis unit, psychiatric hospital, and EAP programs. I believe in a straightforward approach to therapy. I focus on empowering individuals to empower themselves to make long-lasting changes and enhance the quality of their lives.
![Photo of Joel D Lazar, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4a82069c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Lazar facilitates individual, family and couples counseling. He works with adults who are coping with depression, loss, anxiety, and worry and those who have present or childhood stressors that have made it hard to feel good about themselves or enjoy life. He also works extensively with kids, teens and parents to help families get along better and cooperate for everyone's benefit. In addition to working with children who misbehave, he helps kids who get sad, angry or worry excessively. He treats his clients as teammates to brainstorm solutions to challenges, and help clients also see their blessings.
Dr. Lazar facilitates individual, family and couples counseling. He works with adults who are coping with depression, loss, anxiety, and worry and those who have present or childhood stressors that have made it hard to feel good about themselves or enjoy life. He also works extensively with kids, teens and parents to help families get along better and cooperate for everyone's benefit. In addition to working with children who misbehave, he helps kids who get sad, angry or worry excessively. He treats his clients as teammates to brainstorm solutions to challenges, and help clients also see their blessings.
![Photo of Dr. Pontea Dianati, MAT, PhD](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b5fee110-5deb-4cfc-a105-167d9d14833e/1/320x400.jpeg)
Pontea Dianati PhD is a spiritual doctor of psychology in San Diego who works with the Angelic Realm and God. She has experience as a trauma informed master of bio-energtic medicine. She is the founder of Soul Radiance Healing which bridges ancient healing practices with cutting edge science.
Pontea Dianati PhD is a spiritual doctor of psychology in San Diego who works with the Angelic Realm and God. She has experience as a trauma informed master of bio-energtic medicine. She is the founder of Soul Radiance Healing which bridges ancient healing practices with cutting edge science.
![Photo of Navid Messian, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f07cb92c-e010-477a-95e7-97f050400c19/2/320x400.jpeg)
Navid Messian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing life circumstances that are hurting your sense of well being and relationships? I’d like to congratulate you on taking the first step to reach out! This is a sign of strength and the first step in feeling better. My sessions provide insight, feedback, emotional support, depth, mindfulness, coping tools aimed to increase your ability to manage stress & personal difficulties, increase self awareness, feel validated & empowered, and strengthen relationships.
Are you experiencing life circumstances that are hurting your sense of well being and relationships? I’d like to congratulate you on taking the first step to reach out! This is a sign of strength and the first step in feeling better. My sessions provide insight, feedback, emotional support, depth, mindfulness, coping tools aimed to increase your ability to manage stress & personal difficulties, increase self awareness, feel validated & empowered, and strengthen relationships.
![Photo of John Brandeis Boesky, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4655fb56-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Master NLP Practitioner, IFS Practitioner, Dharma Life Coach, and Sports Psychology Consultant, I LOVE my profession; my work is my passion! I feel deeply fulfilled when my support and guidance empowers my clients to achieve their goals and desired outcomes. I offer my clients my engaged presence, insights, intuition, knowledge, transformative tools and techniques, and resources to generate lots of momentum as they endeavor to grow and live their best lives. So if you’re seeking out a seasoned guide with a warm lantern to walk beside you on your heroic journey, please give me a call!!
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Master NLP Practitioner, IFS Practitioner, Dharma Life Coach, and Sports Psychology Consultant, I LOVE my profession; my work is my passion! I feel deeply fulfilled when my support and guidance empowers my clients to achieve their goals and desired outcomes. I offer my clients my engaged presence, insights, intuition, knowledge, transformative tools and techniques, and resources to generate lots of momentum as they endeavor to grow and live their best lives. So if you’re seeking out a seasoned guide with a warm lantern to walk beside you on your heroic journey, please give me a call!!
![Photo of Stephanie Nigh, MS, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4724c8f0-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize with high functioning adults pursuing personal & professional growth & development. I enjoy helping high achieving individuals find personal balance while pursuing professional excellence. My expertise includes leadership challenges, relationship issues, chronic stress, perfectionism, grief recovery, personal empowerment and parenting. I provide professional consultation & therapy groups for therapists & professionals in leadership. I help individuals employ strengths while exercising creative approaches to life's ongoing challenges. Together we forge a path that optimizes growth for meaningful, long-lasting results.
I specialize with high functioning adults pursuing personal & professional growth & development. I enjoy helping high achieving individuals find personal balance while pursuing professional excellence. My expertise includes leadership challenges, relationship issues, chronic stress, perfectionism, grief recovery, personal empowerment and parenting. I provide professional consultation & therapy groups for therapists & professionals in leadership. I help individuals employ strengths while exercising creative approaches to life's ongoing challenges. Together we forge a path that optimizes growth for meaningful, long-lasting results.
![Photo of Janice Graham, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/224c8491-3f4a-4ee9-b9b9-d9c10c7b181f/2/320x400.png)
You can find relief and discover more joy working collaboratively in a supportive and interactive approach. If you are looking for a therapist with extensive experience working with couples and individuals dealing with anxiety depression and stress reach out. If you’re struggling with relationships issues you can learn to communicate more effectively and assess what issues are creating the problems or blocks. I also enjoy working with families and helping them process old patterns and creating healthy new ones. My approach is based on a a combination of positive psychology and mindfulness for lasting change.
You can find relief and discover more joy working collaboratively in a supportive and interactive approach. If you are looking for a therapist with extensive experience working with couples and individuals dealing with anxiety depression and stress reach out. If you’re struggling with relationships issues you can learn to communicate more effectively and assess what issues are creating the problems or blocks. I also enjoy working with families and helping them process old patterns and creating healthy new ones. My approach is based on a a combination of positive psychology and mindfulness for lasting change.
![Photo of Gail Braverman, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44dd572c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Gail Braverman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
I'm Gail Braverman, a Marriage and Family Therapist, group facilitator, and workshop presenter. For over 25 years, I have been privileged to partner with people as they have successfully navigated the changes, transitions, and crises of their lives. My clients describe me as warm, realistic, and caring, someone who has a good sense of humor.
I'm Gail Braverman, a Marriage and Family Therapist, group facilitator, and workshop presenter. For over 25 years, I have been privileged to partner with people as they have successfully navigated the changes, transitions, and crises of their lives. My clients describe me as warm, realistic, and caring, someone who has a good sense of humor.
![Photo of Robert L Bray, PhD, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bdcc72a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/5/320x400.jpeg)
Robert L Bray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037
I use forty years of experience as a professional therapist to resolve your individual or family problems. Using cutting edge therapies in a solution oriented approach, I can identify and eliminates those blocks to personal action needed to improve your situation, expand relationships, and enhance your performance. I published a book about recovering from traumatic stress. Heal Traumatic Stress NOW, Complete Recovery with Thought Field Therapy - is available on my website, www.rlbray.com.
I use forty years of experience as a professional therapist to resolve your individual or family problems. Using cutting edge therapies in a solution oriented approach, I can identify and eliminates those blocks to personal action needed to improve your situation, expand relationships, and enhance your performance. I published a book about recovering from traumatic stress. Heal Traumatic Stress NOW, Complete Recovery with Thought Field Therapy - is available on my website, www.rlbray.com.
![Photo of Neda Khodaparast, PsyD, QME, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/29c6ddd4-91a0-4b96-a51d-b4befb8dc6b2/2/320x400.jpeg)
"In all chaos there is a cosmos, in all disorder a secret order.” I truly believe that people are not what happened to them. They are what they choose to become. Therapy is a safe and private space in which you are able to deepen your understanding of your capabilities and choices you can make in life. Through providing positive and feedbacks, I will assist you to acquire a healthy set of coping skills and gain more insight about your psychology. This insight will eventually “unstuck” you from repeating unhealthy behaviors by breaking old patterns and developing new ones.
"In all chaos there is a cosmos, in all disorder a secret order.” I truly believe that people are not what happened to them. They are what they choose to become. Therapy is a safe and private space in which you are able to deepen your understanding of your capabilities and choices you can make in life. Through providing positive and feedbacks, I will assist you to acquire a healthy set of coping skills and gain more insight about your psychology. This insight will eventually “unstuck” you from repeating unhealthy behaviors by breaking old patterns and developing new ones.
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Psychologist, PsyD, MA, EAGALA
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037
Not accepting new clients
You know that your life is not all that it could be. You may feel stuck or confused about what to do next. It is hard to recognize that you want change in your life and to ask for help. But you realize that the discomfort you are experiencing outweighs the fear of change. There can be many conflicting aspects of your life that may cause stress and unhappiness. This does not leave time to take care of yourself leaving you feeling overwhelmed, taking its toll on your emotional heath.
You know that your life is not all that it could be. You may feel stuck or confused about what to do next. It is hard to recognize that you want change in your life and to ask for help. But you realize that the discomfort you are experiencing outweighs the fear of change. There can be many conflicting aspects of your life that may cause stress and unhappiness. This does not leave time to take care of yourself leaving you feeling overwhelmed, taking its toll on your emotional heath.
![Photo of Jennifer Shapiro - everyBody Behavioral Health, PhD, CEDS, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46b476a3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
everyBody Behavioral Health is exclusively devoted to treating Eating Disorders AND Obesity. We provide individual and group therapy for adolescents and adults. Dr. Shapiro, the director, was previously faculty at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Department of Psychiatry, Eating Disorders Program, and worked with patients across all levels of care including inpatient, partial hospitalization (day patient), and outpatient programs. She has developed scientifically based group programs for Weight Management, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder and have trained graduate students and medical residents in the treatment of eating disorders and Obesity.
everyBody Behavioral Health is exclusively devoted to treating Eating Disorders AND Obesity. We provide individual and group therapy for adolescents and adults. Dr. Shapiro, the director, was previously faculty at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Department of Psychiatry, Eating Disorders Program, and worked with patients across all levels of care including inpatient, partial hospitalization (day patient), and outpatient programs. She has developed scientifically based group programs for Weight Management, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder and have trained graduate students and medical residents in the treatment of eating disorders and Obesity.
![Photo of Daniel R. Blaess, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/422819e9-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I have worked in mental health for over 30 years, in a wide variety of professional settings. My professional training has been extensive, and includes degrees from Harvard University and the California School of Professional Psychology, as well as post-doctoral studies at the San Diego Psychoanalytic Center. I'm an adjunct faculty member at the Center for Creative Leadership, the UCSD Department of Psychiatry, as well as with the Naval Medical Center Psychiatry Residency Program. I have also taught at several colleges as an adjunct faculty member.
I have worked in mental health for over 30 years, in a wide variety of professional settings. My professional training has been extensive, and includes degrees from Harvard University and the California School of Professional Psychology, as well as post-doctoral studies at the San Diego Psychoanalytic Center. I'm an adjunct faculty member at the Center for Creative Leadership, the UCSD Department of Psychiatry, as well as with the Naval Medical Center Psychiatry Residency Program. I have also taught at several colleges as an adjunct faculty member.
![Photo of Barbara B Sadak - Barbara B Sadak, PhD, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3b73e5d5-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Barbara B Sadak, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037
Not accepting new clients
I am a certified Jungian analyst and licensed clinical psychologist . I offer an individualized approach to my client's needs to attain the personal growth goals they are seeking. Common reasons people choose to work with me are: individual Jungian analysis, issues of personal growth, changes related to stage-of-life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, loss, blocked creativity and enhanced self-understanding. We work together in an atmosphere of confidentiality and trust. Jungian analysis (depth analysis) is a form of face-to-face psychotherapy which addresses long-standing patterns, feelings, and negative perceptions.
I am a certified Jungian analyst and licensed clinical psychologist . I offer an individualized approach to my client's needs to attain the personal growth goals they are seeking. Common reasons people choose to work with me are: individual Jungian analysis, issues of personal growth, changes related to stage-of-life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, loss, blocked creativity and enhanced self-understanding. We work together in an atmosphere of confidentiality and trust. Jungian analysis (depth analysis) is a form of face-to-face psychotherapy which addresses long-standing patterns, feelings, and negative perceptions.
![Photo of Christina Watson, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4060eb50-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I conduct comprehensive assessments for ADHD/ADD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Math Disorder, Nonverbal Learning Disorder, and other processing deficits that can affect learning and academic performance. I also have unique experience with medical conditions that affect learning, such as premature birth, in utero drug exposure, head injury, seizure disorders, and genetic syndromes. I focus on discovering your, or your child's, strengths and weaknesses so that the best mode of learning is clear. I also make recommendations for home and school interventions and accommodations; that is, I help you with a plan of action.
I conduct comprehensive assessments for ADHD/ADD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Math Disorder, Nonverbal Learning Disorder, and other processing deficits that can affect learning and academic performance. I also have unique experience with medical conditions that affect learning, such as premature birth, in utero drug exposure, head injury, seizure disorders, and genetic syndromes. I focus on discovering your, or your child's, strengths and weaknesses so that the best mode of learning is clear. I also make recommendations for home and school interventions and accommodations; that is, I help you with a plan of action.
![Photo of Wendy Salazar, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40714033-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Wendy Salazar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
I utilize a holistic approach to address issues and bring about deep healing of the mind/body/spirit. We can work together to resolve your relationship problems, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting problems, low self-esteem, spiritual issues, grief, or any other difficult life experience that you may be dealing with. I am here to provide you with a safe, empathetic space in which to share and discover the meaning in the suffering that you've been experiencing in order to be able to heal from it on a deep level and improve your life.
I utilize a holistic approach to address issues and bring about deep healing of the mind/body/spirit. We can work together to resolve your relationship problems, anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting problems, low self-esteem, spiritual issues, grief, or any other difficult life experience that you may be dealing with. I am here to provide you with a safe, empathetic space in which to share and discover the meaning in the suffering that you've been experiencing in order to be able to heal from it on a deep level and improve your life.
![Photo of Gunjani Patel Oza, MA, NCC, LPCC, LMHC, CISM, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/419a721a-b9ce-40af-94c9-2ddd571a384d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Gunjani Patel Oza
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPCC, LMHC, CISM
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am passionate about my work and take great pride in the therapeutic relationships I have built overtime with my clients, which is why I believe in tailoring counseling to each individuals unique needs. Therapy is most effective when a trusting relationship exists between a counselor & the client. Some relationships hurt us while others are meant to heal. I believe that my job isn't to tell you what to do or how you live your life but to provide a safe, trusting environment where you express yourself & have an experience of being listened to without judgment & together we come up with creative solutions.
Welcome! I am passionate about my work and take great pride in the therapeutic relationships I have built overtime with my clients, which is why I believe in tailoring counseling to each individuals unique needs. Therapy is most effective when a trusting relationship exists between a counselor & the client. Some relationships hurt us while others are meant to heal. I believe that my job isn't to tell you what to do or how you live your life but to provide a safe, trusting environment where you express yourself & have an experience of being listened to without judgment & together we come up with creative solutions.
![Photo of Naomi Wahler, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/405c55c7-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Sometimes life experiences leave us feeling overwhelmed or hopeless and we find that the ways we usually cope are not helping. Sometimes our personal journey involves difficult, seemingly impossible crises or losses. At times like these, we often try to manage emotions with activities that help us feel better for a short time but then the cost starts to outweigh the benefits. I believe we all go through times like this when we are tired of struggling. The path towards recovering from these experiences seems more doable when we are able to find a renewed motivation and clear goals towards healthy change.
Sometimes life experiences leave us feeling overwhelmed or hopeless and we find that the ways we usually cope are not helping. Sometimes our personal journey involves difficult, seemingly impossible crises or losses. At times like these, we often try to manage emotions with activities that help us feel better for a short time but then the cost starts to outweigh the benefits. I believe we all go through times like this when we are tired of struggling. The path towards recovering from these experiences seems more doable when we are able to find a renewed motivation and clear goals towards healthy change.
![Photo of Dr. Rebecca Jorgensen, PhD, LCPC, LPMHC, C-EFT, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/29060ed1-2944-4698-8720-d798fd4e5e5c/1/320x400.jpeg)
As a Certified EFT Trainer, Supervisor and Therapist I am ready to support your healing. Emotionally Focused Therapy is long established as the Gold Standard for relationship repair and is effective with trauma, depression, anxiety, communication and connection concerns. It can be difficult to reach out and find a good therapist that’s a good fit. If you get stuck in the same argument over and over with your partner; if you feel misunderstood; if you want to be heard, appreciated, and feel "in-love" again, or need direction about how to feel better, I can help.
As a Certified EFT Trainer, Supervisor and Therapist I am ready to support your healing. Emotionally Focused Therapy is long established as the Gold Standard for relationship repair and is effective with trauma, depression, anxiety, communication and connection concerns. It can be difficult to reach out and find a good therapist that’s a good fit. If you get stuck in the same argument over and over with your partner; if you feel misunderstood; if you want to be heard, appreciated, and feel "in-love" again, or need direction about how to feel better, I can help.
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Number of Therapists in 92037
700+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in 92037 who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
71% | Self Esteem |
66% | Trauma and PTSD |
65% | Relationship Issues |
64% | Coping Skills |
62% | Stress |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
75% | Aetna |
69% | Cigna and Evernorth |
56% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 92037 see their clients
53% | In Person and Online | |
47% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |