Aetna Therapists in El Cajon, CA
Hello, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Lakisha Lester. I have been changing lives in various roles for twenty-plus years and in the mental health field for over 11 years. My services are available to anyone facing challenges and uncertainty. Many of the people I work with are struggling with depression, stress, and anxiety. I have come to find that my style and approach as a therapist is a good fit for anyone who is seeking a therapist who is passionate and committed to ensuring you have access to support when you need it the most.
Hello, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Lakisha Lester. I have been changing lives in various roles for twenty-plus years and in the mental health field for over 11 years. My services are available to anyone facing challenges and uncertainty. Many of the people I work with are struggling with depression, stress, and anxiety. I have come to find that my style and approach as a therapist is a good fit for anyone who is seeking a therapist who is passionate and committed to ensuring you have access to support when you need it the most.
Welcome! My name is Tina Karimi and I am an Afghan-American Marriage and Family Therapist. I am passionate about working with couples and adults from various backgrounds who are seeking to improve the quality of their lives and relationships. My goal is to help you identify your needs, gain insight through processing, and make the necessary changes with the appropriate tools. My approach is gentle, supportive, and collaborative. I have extensive experience working with couples facing relationship challenges and individuals with symptoms of anxiety and depression due to trauma.
Welcome! My name is Tina Karimi and I am an Afghan-American Marriage and Family Therapist. I am passionate about working with couples and adults from various backgrounds who are seeking to improve the quality of their lives and relationships. My goal is to help you identify your needs, gain insight through processing, and make the necessary changes with the appropriate tools. My approach is gentle, supportive, and collaborative. I have extensive experience working with couples facing relationship challenges and individuals with symptoms of anxiety and depression due to trauma.
Hi there, I'm Alina! My name is Alina Avila Sala and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Sacramento, CA and working with clients statewide via telehealth. My client population & specialty focus I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for adults and young adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and social pressures. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and eating disorders. I work to help my clients navigate these transition periods and to build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook on life.
Hi there, I'm Alina! My name is Alina Avila Sala and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Sacramento, CA and working with clients statewide via telehealth. My client population & specialty focus I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for adults and young adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and social pressures. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and eating disorders. I work to help my clients navigate these transition periods and to build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook on life.
My name is Megan Allen, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been a practicing therapist for over 25 years. My focus areas of practice are with adults, specializing in relationship issues. These can include romantic, friendship, familial or work arenas. Some areas of expertise include domestic violence, anger management and marital issues/struggles. I treat adults focusing on bettering their relationships through exploration of struggles, concerns, areas where they feel "stuck" and discuss interventions and skills to achieve harmony within their relationships.
My name is Megan Allen, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been a practicing therapist for over 25 years. My focus areas of practice are with adults, specializing in relationship issues. These can include romantic, friendship, familial or work arenas. Some areas of expertise include domestic violence, anger management and marital issues/struggles. I treat adults focusing on bettering their relationships through exploration of struggles, concerns, areas where they feel "stuck" and discuss interventions and skills to achieve harmony within their relationships.
As a Board Certified Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I often ask clients is your anxiety and depression taking the joy out of living each day? We are all living in times that are critical and hard to deal with, whether it is financial, health related issues, negative feelings about ourselves or family and relationship problems. I provide a holistic, integrative and collaborative approach through evidence-based practices in addressing and treating issues related to trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, family and couple concerns. When we deal with challenges, it can be a difficult undertaking.
As a Board Certified Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I often ask clients is your anxiety and depression taking the joy out of living each day? We are all living in times that are critical and hard to deal with, whether it is financial, health related issues, negative feelings about ourselves or family and relationship problems. I provide a holistic, integrative and collaborative approach through evidence-based practices in addressing and treating issues related to trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, family and couple concerns. When we deal with challenges, it can be a difficult undertaking.
Stephanie Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92019 (Online Only)
I thrive working with adult survivors of childhood trauma and the following symptoms that may accompany surviving childhood trauma such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, C-PTSD, addiction, codependency, and other relationship issues. I also enjoy helping people process grief, loss, and life transitions. I work with identity issues and LGBTQIA+ community as well.
I thrive working with adult survivors of childhood trauma and the following symptoms that may accompany surviving childhood trauma such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, C-PTSD, addiction, codependency, and other relationship issues. I also enjoy helping people process grief, loss, and life transitions. I work with identity issues and LGBTQIA+ community as well.
I believe in an approach that people are the experts in their own lives, and I am here to help guide them from a professional standpoint.
I believe in an approach that people are the experts in their own lives, and I am here to help guide them from a professional standpoint.
My name is Gina Mazzetti (LMFT 135698) and am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been in the helping professions for the past decade and specifically a therapist for the past four years. I use an integrative approach, where I assess the strengths and resources already available to you but potentially hidden in your blind spots. I'm happy to help you identify them and support you in taking advantage of them.
My name is Gina Mazzetti (LMFT 135698) and am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been in the helping professions for the past decade and specifically a therapist for the past four years. I use an integrative approach, where I assess the strengths and resources already available to you but potentially hidden in your blind spots. I'm happy to help you identify them and support you in taking advantage of them.
Hi, my name is Patricia Guerrero, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working in private practice with Individuals, families and children since 2008. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues and brain injury. My focus is meeting clients where they are and introducing new ideas and treatment to reach their desired outcomes. I have worked with all ages in my career and have a background in working with disabled, incarcerated, chronically ill, and TBI clients. This would include, but not limited to depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Hi, my name is Patricia Guerrero, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working in private practice with Individuals, families and children since 2008. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues and brain injury. My focus is meeting clients where they are and introducing new ideas and treatment to reach their desired outcomes. I have worked with all ages in my career and have a background in working with disabled, incarcerated, chronically ill, and TBI clients. This would include, but not limited to depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Hi there, I'm Vanessa! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and graduated with my Master of Social Work degree from California State University- Northridge in 2016. I've worked with various age ranges, but primarily my experience is with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have been trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF- CBT), Families Overcoming Under Stress (FOCUS), Triple P (Positive Parenting), and Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP). I believe that everyone should have a safe place where they can work through their individual journey.
Hi there, I'm Vanessa! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and graduated with my Master of Social Work degree from California State University- Northridge in 2016. I've worked with various age ranges, but primarily my experience is with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have been trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF- CBT), Families Overcoming Under Stress (FOCUS), Triple P (Positive Parenting), and Managing and Adapting Practices (MAP). I believe that everyone should have a safe place where they can work through their individual journey.
Grow Through Life Counseling Santee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92019
Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Santee, 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 the various stages of life to be healthier.
Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Santee, 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 the various stages of life to be healthier.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92020 (Online Only)
My passion is to empower Women and Men and Children, and boost their quality of life! Different seasons of life can equate to struggles to find meaning, hope, and/or direction. I will help you identify needs and resources, utilize psycho-education to accelerate self-awareness, and validate your thoughts and feelings, so you can be comforted that you are not alone in your struggle. A stronger sense of self and positive mindset can increase well-being and make us more successful and productive.
My passion is to empower Women and Men and Children, and boost their quality of life! Different seasons of life can equate to struggles to find meaning, hope, and/or direction. I will help you identify needs and resources, utilize psycho-education to accelerate self-awareness, and validate your thoughts and feelings, so you can be comforted that you are not alone in your struggle. A stronger sense of self and positive mindset can increase well-being and make us more successful and productive.
Hi there, I'm Daisy! I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked as a therapist in school and clinical settings, which has allowed me to work with various issues, including anxiety, life transitions, depression, grief, and more. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I use a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Client-Centered therapy. My role will be to provide you with support, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. I hope to be part of your journey toward growth, healing, and well-being.
Hi there, I'm Daisy! I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked as a therapist in school and clinical settings, which has allowed me to work with various issues, including anxiety, life transitions, depression, grief, and more. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I use a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Client-Centered therapy. My role will be to provide you with support, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. I hope to be part of your journey toward growth, healing, and well-being.
My name is Lisa Everson and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, and a history of trauma, using primarily Cognitive Behavioral therapy to help my clients successfully manage their symptoms.
My name is Lisa Everson and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, and a history of trauma, using primarily Cognitive Behavioral therapy to help my clients successfully manage their symptoms.
I am certified CBT therapist and has been working in the mental health field for eight years.
I am certified CBT therapist and has been working in the mental health field for eight years.
Bahman Ghahremani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92021 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Bahman Ghahremani, LCSW. I have experience treating early and complex traumas across the life-span, including physical and sexual abuse. I have experience treating psychosis and obsessional compulsion. I have also experience working with relationship concerns, with peers; and friends and family; partners and spouses. I’m sure by now you get that I belief your relationship with yourself sets the standard for all other relationships, and so I have experience treating self-worth concerns, life transition challenges. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, of all backgrounds, all communities.
Hello, I am Bahman Ghahremani, LCSW. I have experience treating early and complex traumas across the life-span, including physical and sexual abuse. I have experience treating psychosis and obsessional compulsion. I have also experience working with relationship concerns, with peers; and friends and family; partners and spouses. I’m sure by now you get that I belief your relationship with yourself sets the standard for all other relationships, and so I have experience treating self-worth concerns, life transition challenges. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, of all backgrounds, all communities.
Erica is particularly passionate about working with clients facing midlife transitions, trauma, and women’s issues. She understands the profound impact these life stages and experiences can have on overall wellbeing, and she works closely with clients to help them process emotions, build resilience, and regain a sense of balance. Her expertise also extends to treating anxiety, depression, and couples’ issues, where she utilizes evidencebased therapies to foster communication, healing, and growth within relationships.
Erica is particularly passionate about working with clients facing midlife transitions, trauma, and women’s issues. She understands the profound impact these life stages and experiences can have on overall wellbeing, and she works closely with clients to help them process emotions, build resilience, and regain a sense of balance. Her expertise also extends to treating anxiety, depression, and couples’ issues, where she utilizes evidencebased therapies to foster communication, healing, and growth within relationships.
Marissa Fox is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2016. She has a BSW from University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and an MSW from University of Denver. Marissa believes the therapist and client relationship is central to the therapy process and makes space to know her clients as people beyond their challenges that bring them to therapy. When working with children, Marissa takes a non-directive approach, letting clients lead sessions through play-based interventions. She provides a non-judgmental safe space for parents and adults to process emotions and experiences.
Marissa Fox is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2016. She has a BSW from University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and an MSW from University of Denver. Marissa believes the therapist and client relationship is central to the therapy process and makes space to know her clients as people beyond their challenges that bring them to therapy. When working with children, Marissa takes a non-directive approach, letting clients lead sessions through play-based interventions. She provides a non-judgmental safe space for parents and adults to process emotions and experiences.
Mary Jerome
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92021 (Online Only)
If you struggle with emotional problems like grief, anxiety and depression, or behavioral issues such as anger management, I can help you build the skills needed for you to overcome these challenges. You don't have to feel the way you do forever. I can teach you strategies to help you manage your stress, improve your moods and communicate effectively. You can take the steps to improve the quality of your life by allowing me to guide you through the process of change. I’ll help you find emotional freedom, think more positively, act more calmly, and enjoy the confidence that comes with learning how to master your emotions.
If you struggle with emotional problems like grief, anxiety and depression, or behavioral issues such as anger management, I can help you build the skills needed for you to overcome these challenges. You don't have to feel the way you do forever. I can teach you strategies to help you manage your stress, improve your moods and communicate effectively. You can take the steps to improve the quality of your life by allowing me to guide you through the process of change. I’ll help you find emotional freedom, think more positively, act more calmly, and enjoy the confidence that comes with learning how to master your emotions.
Beatriz Molina
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92021
Waitlist for new clients
In our diverse and ever-changing world, individuals from various backgrounds face unique challenges that can impact their mental health and well-being. My ideal client is someone who recognizes their need for change—whether they’re dealing with gender/sexuality conflict, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or navigating identity and self-esteem challenges. They understand the importance of addressing these issues in a space that respects and incorporates their cultural, ethnic, and personal identity into the healing process. My ideal client is someone who is willing to put in the necessary work to elicit change.
In our diverse and ever-changing world, individuals from various backgrounds face unique challenges that can impact their mental health and well-being. My ideal client is someone who recognizes their need for change—whether they’re dealing with gender/sexuality conflict, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or navigating identity and self-esteem challenges. They understand the importance of addressing these issues in a space that respects and incorporates their cultural, ethnic, and personal identity into the healing process. My ideal client is someone who is willing to put in the necessary work to elicit change.
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