Parenting Therapists in Chula Vista, CA
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I am Accepting New Clients! Who do you and your family talk to when you are seeing your child/teen struggle with school, peer and family relationships, anger, depression, anxiety, OCD, or behaviors that are impacting their safety and well-being? The feeling of powerlessness that what you are trying isn't helping and your child is not getting better can be very overwhelming. The beautiful part of it is that you are willing to support them through it. I believe that as a parent, you are doing your best and that's already setting your child up for best outcomes!
I am Accepting New Clients! Who do you and your family talk to when you are seeing your child/teen struggle with school, peer and family relationships, anger, depression, anxiety, OCD, or behaviors that are impacting their safety and well-being? The feeling of powerlessness that what you are trying isn't helping and your child is not getting better can be very overwhelming. The beautiful part of it is that you are willing to support them through it. I believe that as a parent, you are doing your best and that's already setting your child up for best outcomes!
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Parenting is hard whether you are trying to conceive or in the thick of toddlerhood. You wonder if you are doing enough and if you will ever feel like you got this. You are surprised at how anxious and disconnected you feel and are very hard on yourself. You often feel guilty no matter what choice you make. In our work together, you can learn coping strategies, process trauma, develop self compassion, and learn parenting strategies to build your confidence.
Parenting is hard whether you are trying to conceive or in the thick of toddlerhood. You wonder if you are doing enough and if you will ever feel like you got this. You are surprised at how anxious and disconnected you feel and are very hard on yourself. You often feel guilty no matter what choice you make. In our work together, you can learn coping strategies, process trauma, develop self compassion, and learn parenting strategies to build your confidence.
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She also offers parenting enhancement classes and court approved parenting classes .
My work ethic and devotion to mental health enables me to provide a nurturing environment for clients to self-explore. My goal is to do excellent work and demonstrate great sensitivity in working with culturally diverse clients, as well as, with a broad range of mental health populations. My therapeutic experience includes individuals, couples, families, children, and groups. My pursuit of personal and vocational goals always has at its center, an appreciation for family, community, clients, and colleagues.
She also offers parenting enhancement classes and court approved parenting classes .
My work ethic and devotion to mental health enables me to provide a nurturing environment for clients to self-explore. My goal is to do excellent work and demonstrate great sensitivity in working with culturally diverse clients, as well as, with a broad range of mental health populations. My therapeutic experience includes individuals, couples, families, children, and groups. My pursuit of personal and vocational goals always has at its center, an appreciation for family, community, clients, and colleagues.
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I specialize in providing personalized treatment plans for families with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, parent-child conflict, marital relationships and working with blended families.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am Bilingual in English and Spanish. I earned my Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology in 2002. I have worked in various settings for over 25 years, working with Children and Families. I have worked in a crisis house providing crisis interventions to families on an outpatient basis. I have experience working with school counselors and psychologist to help students.
I specialize in providing personalized treatment plans for families with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, parent-child conflict, marital relationships and working with blended families.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am Bilingual in English and Spanish. I earned my Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology in 2002. I have worked in various settings for over 25 years, working with Children and Families. I have worked in a crisis house providing crisis interventions to families on an outpatient basis. I have experience working with school counselors and psychologist to help students.
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If you are experiencing separation or divorce I can guide you through the overwhelm and assist you in healthy resolution and crucial co-parenting skills.
Do you feel depressed and anxious much of the time? Do you feel drained and angry? Do the people who mean the most to you in the world often get the worst of you? Let me help you reconnect in a way that restores your emotions and the misery of broken relationships. I specialize in conflicted relationships, depression, anxiety, all forms of trauma as well as adult children of abuse or neglect. I have combined years as a Christian counselor with experience working with military families and individuals. I specialize in trauma with a focus on EMDR as a standard of care for most traumas.
If you are experiencing separation or divorce I can guide you through the overwhelm and assist you in healthy resolution and crucial co-parenting skills.
Do you feel depressed and anxious much of the time? Do you feel drained and angry? Do the people who mean the most to you in the world often get the worst of you? Let me help you reconnect in a way that restores your emotions and the misery of broken relationships. I specialize in conflicted relationships, depression, anxiety, all forms of trauma as well as adult children of abuse or neglect. I have combined years as a Christian counselor with experience working with military families and individuals. I specialize in trauma with a focus on EMDR as a standard of care for most traumas.
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Melissa Nefalar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chula Vista, CA 91910
I am particularly interested in life transitions including, but not limited to perinatal, postpartum, parenting, elderly/aging, premarital, and grief and loss concerns.
I believe in working with children, teens, and adults through a combination of guidance and direction. Therapy can involve relieving stress in family relationships and improvement in overall quality of life for those in treatment. A lot of time and energy are spent with all other aspects in life, why wouldn't we invest growth and enrichment with our loved ones?
I am particularly interested in life transitions including, but not limited to perinatal, postpartum, parenting, elderly/aging, premarital, and grief and loss concerns.
I believe in working with children, teens, and adults through a combination of guidance and direction. Therapy can involve relieving stress in family relationships and improvement in overall quality of life for those in treatment. A lot of time and energy are spent with all other aspects in life, why wouldn't we invest growth and enrichment with our loved ones?
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Gertrudis Vargas -Positive Minds Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chula Vista, CA 91910 (Online Only)
I am certified in the Positive Parenting Program, which is shown to improve parent and child relationships.
Telehealth (Video) Only. My name is Gertrudis and I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 14 years of experience. My clinical expertise is in working with children, teenagers, and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and stress. I also have much experience in helping people dealing with relationship problems, life transitions, grief, trauma and parenting challenges. My aim is to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment to help clients become empowered in managing overwhelming feelings such as sever stress, anxiety and depression.
I am certified in the Positive Parenting Program, which is shown to improve parent and child relationships.
Telehealth (Video) Only. My name is Gertrudis and I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 14 years of experience. My clinical expertise is in working with children, teenagers, and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and stress. I also have much experience in helping people dealing with relationship problems, life transitions, grief, trauma and parenting challenges. My aim is to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment to help clients become empowered in managing overwhelming feelings such as sever stress, anxiety and depression.
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My name is Eva and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am a very interactive therapist. I like to get to know my client's so he/she can feel comfortable with me. I like to provied my client's a safe enviroment so that the client can feel comfortable building a rapport with me. I have worked with a variety of mental health issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, couples relationship issues, parent/child relationships problems, OCD, ADHD, postpartum depression, and post traumatic stress disorder. resurceful
My name is Eva and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am a very interactive therapist. I like to get to know my client's so he/she can feel comfortable with me. I like to provied my client's a safe enviroment so that the client can feel comfortable building a rapport with me. I have worked with a variety of mental health issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, couples relationship issues, parent/child relationships problems, OCD, ADHD, postpartum depression, and post traumatic stress disorder. resurceful
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Socorro Espinosa Saavedra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chula Vista, CA 91910
One of my specialties is working with parents to help them learn relationship-based parenting skills.
Hello/Hola, I'm Socorro- My name is Socorro Saavedra, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. My goal in therapy is to help clients reach their full potential by healing past trauma and support maintain their mental well-being. I work with children, adults, couples, and families facing depression, anxiety, significant life transitions as well as challenges in parenting.
One of my specialties is working with parents to help them learn relationship-based parenting skills.
Hello/Hola, I'm Socorro- My name is Socorro Saavedra, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. My goal in therapy is to help clients reach their full potential by healing past trauma and support maintain their mental well-being. I work with children, adults, couples, and families facing depression, anxiety, significant life transitions as well as challenges in parenting.
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Cindy Way: Hope Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chula Vista, CA 91914
My specialty is working with individuals, couples, and families that are impacted by their relationship/marital issues, divorce, blended families, parenting/co-parenting, different- abilities (disability), and chronic pain/illness. Additionally, I apply a trauma-informed lens toward life experiences supporting PTSD/C-PTSD, Generational/Intergenerational Trauma, Cultural/Racial Trauma, and Military-related trauma.
My specialty is working with individuals, couples, and families that are impacted by their relationship/marital issues, divorce, blended families, parenting/co-parenting, different- abilities (disability), and chronic pain/illness. Additionally, I apply a trauma-informed lens toward life experiences supporting PTSD/C-PTSD, Generational/Intergenerational Trauma, Cultural/Racial Trauma, and Military-related trauma.
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I have an extensive background in working with trauma, addiction, parenting issues, legal issues, and chronic mental illness.
I believe everyone can benefit from a safe place to process the past and present and realize goals for the future. In my work people can expect me to provide a safe, open and engaged relationship to address life hopes and challenges. Meeting people where they're at is the most important starting point. Then together we help someone envision the future and realize their potential.
I have an extensive background in working with trauma, addiction, parenting issues, legal issues, and chronic mental illness.
I believe everyone can benefit from a safe place to process the past and present and realize goals for the future. In my work people can expect me to provide a safe, open and engaged relationship to address life hopes and challenges. Meeting people where they're at is the most important starting point. Then together we help someone envision the future and realize their potential.
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Soraya Susan Behbehani
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chula Vista, CA 91910
My education, training and special background allow me to work effectively with individuals and couple's issues, family and parenting problems, premarital counseling, cross cultural counseling, mood, & stress related disorders, abuse issues, anger management, domestic violence, self esteem issues, life transitions, growth and core identity issues "(psycho-spiritual development) & Neurofeedback technology to optimize brain function.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with overyears of experience in indivual, family and couple's counseling. My expertise is in anxiety disorders, stress management and depression. My background is very diverse and multi-cultural and I conduct therapy in Spanish, Farsi and French, aside from English. In therapy I combine Cognitive Therapy with a Spiritual perspective along with Stress Mangement and mindfulness techniques to help individuals grow and attain their full potential. My unique and comprehensive orientation combining Eastern Spiritual Wisdom with Traditional Psychotherapy speeds up the therapeutic process and helps clients to create changes at a much deeper level.
My education, training and special background allow me to work effectively with individuals and couple's issues, family and parenting problems, premarital counseling, cross cultural counseling, mood, & stress related disorders, abuse issues, anger management, domestic violence, self esteem issues, life transitions, growth and core identity issues "(psycho-spiritual development) & Neurofeedback technology to optimize brain function.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with overyears of experience in indivual, family and couple's counseling. My expertise is in anxiety disorders, stress management and depression. My background is very diverse and multi-cultural and I conduct therapy in Spanish, Farsi and French, aside from English. In therapy I combine Cognitive Therapy with a Spiritual perspective along with Stress Mangement and mindfulness techniques to help individuals grow and attain their full potential. My unique and comprehensive orientation combining Eastern Spiritual Wisdom with Traditional Psychotherapy speeds up the therapeutic process and helps clients to create changes at a much deeper level.
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Luis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked with families and youth of diverse backgrounds over the past 17 years in various social service settings. Luis has extensive experience working with families involved in the Child Welfare Services system, as well with youth involved with probation. In addition, Luis provided therapeutic services in both clinic and community environments and has provided parenting education courses for the past 9 years using the Systematic Training for Effective Parenting curriculum. I like to work with my clients as a collaborative team on creating an effective process empowering you to take charge of your future.
Luis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked with families and youth of diverse backgrounds over the past 17 years in various social service settings. Luis has extensive experience working with families involved in the Child Welfare Services system, as well with youth involved with probation. In addition, Luis provided therapeutic services in both clinic and community environments and has provided parenting education courses for the past 9 years using the Systematic Training for Effective Parenting curriculum. I like to work with my clients as a collaborative team on creating an effective process empowering you to take charge of your future.
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Aisha Pope
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Chula Vista, CA 91910 (Online Only)
I have experience serving diverse populations, working with trauma, divorce, parenting, custody and co-parenting, CWS, relationship discord, infertility, anxiety, depression, family discord, and more.
The decision to talk to someone about things you may be struggling with is a brave one. Whether you're struggling with a recent stressor or a chronic one, whether it's an internal conflict, a relationship conflict, parenting, work, you're having difficulty setting or reaching goals, or something else entirely, finding the right person to talk to makes all the difference. I specialize in helping people make radical and sustainable changes in their personal lives, relationships, parenting, work, and other areas. I take a non-judgmental solution focused approach to helping you set goals and reach them.
I have experience serving diverse populations, working with trauma, divorce, parenting, custody and co-parenting, CWS, relationship discord, infertility, anxiety, depression, family discord, and more.
The decision to talk to someone about things you may be struggling with is a brave one. Whether you're struggling with a recent stressor or a chronic one, whether it's an internal conflict, a relationship conflict, parenting, work, you're having difficulty setting or reaching goals, or something else entirely, finding the right person to talk to makes all the difference. I specialize in helping people make radical and sustainable changes in their personal lives, relationships, parenting, work, and other areas. I take a non-judgmental solution focused approach to helping you set goals and reach them.
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Stress Management, Work Changes, Life Transitions, Divorce, Parenting, Self Esteem issues, Relationship troubles, and Behavior Management.
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.
Stress Management, Work Changes, Life Transitions, Divorce, Parenting, Self Esteem issues, Relationship troubles, and Behavior Management.
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.
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If you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, postpartum, parenting skills, relationship challenges, family issues, domestic violence, loss/grief, identity, race and cultural issues, or just need someone to talk to, I am here for you.
Nicole Grimes, LMFT I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist and use solution-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. My approach will be customized to your specific needs and goals as we work together through your journey of healing, self awareness, and transforming your life.
If you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, postpartum, parenting skills, relationship challenges, family issues, domestic violence, loss/grief, identity, race and cultural issues, or just need someone to talk to, I am here for you.
Nicole Grimes, LMFT I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist and use solution-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. My approach will be customized to your specific needs and goals as we work together through your journey of healing, self awareness, and transforming your life.
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I have extensive experience treating clients with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, family conflict, parenting issues, grief/loss, phase of life problems, lack of meaning and purpose, trauma, and substance abuse.
My name is Casey Rath and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I utilize a Humanistic/Client-Centered/Existential approach to therapy focused on helping my clients create a meaningful, purposeful, and fulfilling life. I believe the key to successful therapy is developing a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients based on openness, honesty, authenticity, and non-judgment. While in therapy, we are "fellow travelers" on a journey to discover the answers that my clients seek.
I have extensive experience treating clients with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, family conflict, parenting issues, grief/loss, phase of life problems, lack of meaning and purpose, trauma, and substance abuse.
My name is Casey Rath and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I utilize a Humanistic/Client-Centered/Existential approach to therapy focused on helping my clients create a meaningful, purposeful, and fulfilling life. I believe the key to successful therapy is developing a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients based on openness, honesty, authenticity, and non-judgment. While in therapy, we are "fellow travelers" on a journey to discover the answers that my clients seek.
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I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 8 years of clinical experience providing therapy. I have worked with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I have experience working in community mental health agencies and private practice settings. I have provided therapy in both English and Spanish. My experience and specialty areas include; ADHD, Anxiety disorders, Depressive Disorders, relationship issues, marital conflict, infidelity, postpartum support, Trauma disorders, generational trauma, women's issues, self-esteem, attachment issues, codependency, stress management, and co-parenting/parenting support.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 8 years of clinical experience providing therapy. I have worked with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I have experience working in community mental health agencies and private practice settings. I have provided therapy in both English and Spanish. My experience and specialty areas include; ADHD, Anxiety disorders, Depressive Disorders, relationship issues, marital conflict, infidelity, postpartum support, Trauma disorders, generational trauma, women's issues, self-esteem, attachment issues, codependency, stress management, and co-parenting/parenting support.
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Hi! My name is Michelle and I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am currently accepting new referrals. I have over 10 years experience working with children, parents and families. I specialize in relationships between children and parents, biracial parenting, multi-racial children and I enjoy helping family systems navigate daily struggles of living at home during the pandemic. You can read more about me at www.counselingsdc.com I would love to connect mpark@counselingsdc.com
Hi! My name is Michelle and I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am currently accepting new referrals. I have over 10 years experience working with children, parents and families. I specialize in relationships between children and parents, biracial parenting, multi-racial children and I enjoy helping family systems navigate daily struggles of living at home during the pandemic. You can read more about me at www.counselingsdc.com I would love to connect mpark@counselingsdc.com
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All of us need mental health support in varying ways-in order to better ourselves, better our lives. It can range from a word of encouragement to needing special mental health services. Wherever you are in your journey, I applaud you for taking the courage to reach out for mental health services. For more than 13 years, I have been providing mental health services to people with severe and persistent mental health needs, such as severe depression, anxiety, panic attacks, schizophrenia, schizoaffective, and substance addictions. I feel blessed that they gave me the opportunity to walk with them when they feel vulnerable
All of us need mental health support in varying ways-in order to better ourselves, better our lives. It can range from a word of encouragement to needing special mental health services. Wherever you are in your journey, I applaud you for taking the courage to reach out for mental health services. For more than 13 years, I have been providing mental health services to people with severe and persistent mental health needs, such as severe depression, anxiety, panic attacks, schizophrenia, schizoaffective, and substance addictions. I feel blessed that they gave me the opportunity to walk with them when they feel vulnerable
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.