Codependency Therapists in Escondido, CA
I also specialize in extensive work in healing from emotional gaslighting, people pleasing, and codependency as well as reducing anxious thoughts.
I am a person-centered therapist who believes in tailoring therapy to her clients individual needs and believes in going into each session with an open mind allowing the client to take hold of each session. I believe in helping the client identify situations or behaviors that have contributed to their illnesses or struggles and together we work to change these behaviors and overcome challenges. I believe that therapy should include unconditional positive regard, compassion, genuineness, and understanding where the client is at. I specialize in working to improve individuals’ self-worth, self-esteem, and self-compassion.
I also specialize in extensive work in healing from emotional gaslighting, people pleasing, and codependency as well as reducing anxious thoughts.
I am a person-centered therapist who believes in tailoring therapy to her clients individual needs and believes in going into each session with an open mind allowing the client to take hold of each session. I believe in helping the client identify situations or behaviors that have contributed to their illnesses or struggles and together we work to change these behaviors and overcome challenges. I believe that therapy should include unconditional positive regard, compassion, genuineness, and understanding where the client is at. I specialize in working to improve individuals’ self-worth, self-esteem, and self-compassion.
I am a psychotherapist based in Orange County, California, and have been providing mental health support services in various settings since 2012. I am motivated and passionate to serve clients in further developing their personal journey of self-growth/self-discovery.
I am a psychotherapist based in Orange County, California, and have been providing mental health support services in various settings since 2012. I am motivated and passionate to serve clients in further developing their personal journey of self-growth/self-discovery.
Carrie L Poulson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAT
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92025 (Online Only)
Carrie Poulson LCSW. CERT: I am a psychotherapist, and certified art therapist who specializes in family of origin trauma, co-dependency issues, anxiety and depression. I live in Escondido, California where I maintain a private practice. I conduct experiential groups, workshops, and individual counseling sessions. I know that going to therapy can be scary, however I am very understanding, non-judgmental, and down-to-earth, with relaxing, yet transformative, sessions. I understand. I have a trauma history of my own and have been in your shoes. I know the way to a better life! Don't be afraid to take this step.
Carrie Poulson LCSW. CERT: I am a psychotherapist, and certified art therapist who specializes in family of origin trauma, co-dependency issues, anxiety and depression. I live in Escondido, California where I maintain a private practice. I conduct experiential groups, workshops, and individual counseling sessions. I know that going to therapy can be scary, however I am very understanding, non-judgmental, and down-to-earth, with relaxing, yet transformative, sessions. I understand. I have a trauma history of my own and have been in your shoes. I know the way to a better life! Don't be afraid to take this step.
I have been a licensed clinician since 1997. I have lots of experience with others’ crises and trauma as I have had my own and was helped so graciously in the 1980s by a wonderful L.C.S.W. who worked for Kaiser. I was so grateful for her approach and kindness and ability to help me through my difficulties at the time. I went right to Cal State Long Beach to obtain my Bachelor’s degree in social work a BSW completed in 1990 and then onto graduate school to obtain an MSW in 1993. My approach is similar to my therapist’s one that helped me.
I have been a licensed clinician since 1997. I have lots of experience with others’ crises and trauma as I have had my own and was helped so graciously in the 1980s by a wonderful L.C.S.W. who worked for Kaiser. I was so grateful for her approach and kindness and ability to help me through my difficulties at the time. I went right to Cal State Long Beach to obtain my Bachelor’s degree in social work a BSW completed in 1990 and then onto graduate school to obtain an MSW in 1993. My approach is similar to my therapist’s one that helped me.
Dr. M., here to help. For over 20 years, I've enjoyed collaborating with folks, building skills to live their best lives; clearing paths for growth. I offer talk therapy and mindfulness training tailored specifically to your needs/goals. I invite you on an adventure into yourself. It will be my pleasure to be your guide.
Dr. M., here to help. For over 20 years, I've enjoyed collaborating with folks, building skills to live their best lives; clearing paths for growth. I offer talk therapy and mindfulness training tailored specifically to your needs/goals. I invite you on an adventure into yourself. It will be my pleasure to be your guide.
Ok 2B Angry Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, ICADC
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92026 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Servando ( AKA: El Guapo ) if you actually got that, then you know I have a sense of humor. ;-) "Do you struggle with communication, anger or abandonment and often feel powerless, alone, taken advantage of, unheard, or misunderstood?" I teach individuals to empower themselves through exploring self-efficacy by learning the barriers to communication, self-worth and exploring wholesome ways to manage communicate and adapt to personal struggles. Our feelings are ours and only ours, so why do we blame other when we experience an unpleasant feeling? (You pissed me off!)
Hello, I'm Servando ( AKA: El Guapo ) if you actually got that, then you know I have a sense of humor. ;-) "Do you struggle with communication, anger or abandonment and often feel powerless, alone, taken advantage of, unheard, or misunderstood?" I teach individuals to empower themselves through exploring self-efficacy by learning the barriers to communication, self-worth and exploring wholesome ways to manage communicate and adapt to personal struggles. Our feelings are ours and only ours, so why do we blame other when we experience an unpleasant feeling? (You pissed me off!)
Page Lauer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CEDS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Escondido, CA 92029 (Online Only)
Hello, I've been a therapist over 25 years and still love it! I'm licensed and certified in various methods, so therapy is tailored to your needs. We all know life can be really hard - it's my mission to help you sort through challenges and make meaningful sense of it all. As therapists go, I'm not the quiet type who doesn't say much - I'm right there with you, working it all out, shoulder to shoulder. For me this isn't just work, it is a powerful partnership in true transformation where it matters most. Often, I treat others in the helping professions - therapists, nurses, teachers, doctors - which is a special honor.
Hello, I've been a therapist over 25 years and still love it! I'm licensed and certified in various methods, so therapy is tailored to your needs. We all know life can be really hard - it's my mission to help you sort through challenges and make meaningful sense of it all. As therapists go, I'm not the quiet type who doesn't say much - I'm right there with you, working it all out, shoulder to shoulder. For me this isn't just work, it is a powerful partnership in true transformation where it matters most. Often, I treat others in the helping professions - therapists, nurses, teachers, doctors - which is a special honor.
Connie Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW, CADC-II
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Escondido, CA 92025
My clients and I work together toward making the changes they desire, whether they be life changes (including recovery from trauma), changes in behavior (for example, addictive behaviors), or changes in how they view themselves and those around them. My ideal client seeks healing and self-fulfillment.
My clients and I work together toward making the changes they desire, whether they be life changes (including recovery from trauma), changes in behavior (for example, addictive behaviors), or changes in how they view themselves and those around them. My ideal client seeks healing and self-fulfillment.
Therapeutic Center for Anxiety and Trauma
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92026
Are you struggling with panic, worry or trauma? If so, whether large or small, it may cause anxiety. Or maybe you even feel traumatized? This can happen for any situation that causes disturbance to your daily routine, thinking and ability to function to your full potential. Whatever your anxiety or trauma is about, we can help! We are a team of therapists working extensively with anxiety issues. These could be about relationships, life events, or any negative experience. If you are struggling a past traumatic incident, or anxiety, please contact us and one of our therapists will contact you soon.
Are you struggling with panic, worry or trauma? If so, whether large or small, it may cause anxiety. Or maybe you even feel traumatized? This can happen for any situation that causes disturbance to your daily routine, thinking and ability to function to your full potential. Whatever your anxiety or trauma is about, we can help! We are a team of therapists working extensively with anxiety issues. These could be about relationships, life events, or any negative experience. If you are struggling a past traumatic incident, or anxiety, please contact us and one of our therapists will contact you soon.
Hi, my name is Monica M. DeLaCruz and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I’d like to think of therapy as a process of self-discovery and exploration. I care deeply about supporting people when they feel lonely, have difficulty with transitions, stuck and hopeless, and have tried the usual things are not working. This can look like transitions, divorce, or death of a loved one. This is where I come in. My approach is warm and engaging, and use evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and attachment theory.
Hi, my name is Monica M. DeLaCruz and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I’d like to think of therapy as a process of self-discovery and exploration. I care deeply about supporting people when they feel lonely, have difficulty with transitions, stuck and hopeless, and have tried the usual things are not working. This can look like transitions, divorce, or death of a loved one. This is where I come in. My approach is warm and engaging, and use evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and attachment theory.
I approach therapy from a trauma-informed, client-centered lens focused on empathy and compassion to support the creation of long-term, effective changes. I strive to equip my clients with the hope that it is normal to feel any and every kind of emotion but also give them tools to cope effectively and learn from those emotions. My goal is to provide a trusting environment to uncover those human emotions, find what works or does not work, and collaborate to reach new and healthier goals for life.
I approach therapy from a trauma-informed, client-centered lens focused on empathy and compassion to support the creation of long-term, effective changes. I strive to equip my clients with the hope that it is normal to feel any and every kind of emotion but also give them tools to cope effectively and learn from those emotions. My goal is to provide a trusting environment to uncover those human emotions, find what works or does not work, and collaborate to reach new and healthier goals for life.
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You may not feel it or believe it right now, but you truly are the expert in your own life. Are you a parent worried about your child, or stressed and overwhelmed in relationships, not feeling like yourself, juggling it all and trying to keep it together? I’m here to help. My professional experience is based on over 15 years of working with individuals and families suffering from anxiety, substance use, grief, loss, depression, and trauma. I’ve dedicated my life and career to helping people navigate strenuous life situations while showing them that there is hope and a solution for everything.
You may not feel it or believe it right now, but you truly are the expert in your own life. Are you a parent worried about your child, or stressed and overwhelmed in relationships, not feeling like yourself, juggling it all and trying to keep it together? I’m here to help. My professional experience is based on over 15 years of working with individuals and families suffering from anxiety, substance use, grief, loss, depression, and trauma. I’ve dedicated my life and career to helping people navigate strenuous life situations while showing them that there is hope and a solution for everything.
My ideal client has an awareness of their presenting problem (unproductive thought pattern, emotions or behavior), and is ready to release it. The client realizes something is not working and ready to breakthrough their current situation. Many have often tried other traditional therapy or personal development and may even have hit a mental health crisis (anxiety, suicidal thoughts, depression, rage, etc.) Some clients simply want to level-up their mindset to further their personal, relational or career goals. Many choose to work with me with issues of self-love/confidence, emotional/relational instability, or behavioral change.
My ideal client has an awareness of their presenting problem (unproductive thought pattern, emotions or behavior), and is ready to release it. The client realizes something is not working and ready to breakthrough their current situation. Many have often tried other traditional therapy or personal development and may even have hit a mental health crisis (anxiety, suicidal thoughts, depression, rage, etc.) Some clients simply want to level-up their mindset to further their personal, relational or career goals. Many choose to work with me with issues of self-love/confidence, emotional/relational instability, or behavioral change.
My name is Robert (Bob) Hirsch, and I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. I have been in practice for 25 years and have worked with adults primarily from many communities. My overall approach involves cognitive behavioral therapy combined with coaching techniques. I see therapy as a dialogue - supporting people in the direction they want to pursue. I work with adults both in the straight and LGBTQ communities and have a lot of cross-cultural experience.
My name is Robert (Bob) Hirsch, and I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. I have been in practice for 25 years and have worked with adults primarily from many communities. My overall approach involves cognitive behavioral therapy combined with coaching techniques. I see therapy as a dialogue - supporting people in the direction they want to pursue. I work with adults both in the straight and LGBTQ communities and have a lot of cross-cultural experience.
My Name is Tracey Downs, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Los Angeles, CA, serving clients statewide via teletherapy. I work with clients of all ages, and I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, and stress management. I take an eclectic approach to meeting you as you are and helping you find your path forward to wellness. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and it is my honor to help you find your way.
My Name is Tracey Downs, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Los Angeles, CA, serving clients statewide via teletherapy. I work with clients of all ages, and I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, and stress management. I take an eclectic approach to meeting you as you are and helping you find your path forward to wellness. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and it is my honor to help you find your way.
Hi there, I'm Rebecca McWhorter, LCSW has experience with all age groups within many multicultural settings. I start with where the patient is should they be suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or grief. My practice focus in on patient care. Patients typically enter therapy due to something that is having a negative impact on their quality of life. I assist them in identifying the root causes or behavior that are preventing them from living their best life. I utilize many different approaches to healing. I prefer to letting the patient vocalize their needs rather than tailor a patient to a plan.
Hi there, I'm Rebecca McWhorter, LCSW has experience with all age groups within many multicultural settings. I start with where the patient is should they be suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, and/or grief. My practice focus in on patient care. Patients typically enter therapy due to something that is having a negative impact on their quality of life. I assist them in identifying the root causes or behavior that are preventing them from living their best life. I utilize many different approaches to healing. I prefer to letting the patient vocalize their needs rather than tailor a patient to a plan.
Kimberly Ann Thornton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92026 (Online Only)
Kimberly is an experienced therapist with more than 25 years in the mental health field in various settings of residential, schools, in home, non-profits, community, hospital, and outpatient settings. Kimbelry has experience working with diverse clients, adults, children, adolescents, families, couples, individuals. She earned her master's degree in social work from San Diego State University. Kimberly is passionate about providing client centered care, providing support for clients to live healthy, safe, and balanced lives.
Kimberly is an experienced therapist with more than 25 years in the mental health field in various settings of residential, schools, in home, non-profits, community, hospital, and outpatient settings. Kimbelry has experience working with diverse clients, adults, children, adolescents, families, couples, individuals. She earned her master's degree in social work from San Diego State University. Kimberly is passionate about providing client centered care, providing support for clients to live healthy, safe, and balanced lives.
I'm an informal, low-keyed warm fuzzy type. I deal directly with problems, using CBT, emphasizing support/non-judgment.
I've completed 15 ebooks. The subjects are Assertiveness, How To Change Children's Behavior (Quickly), How to Assess and Treat ADHD (Children and Adults), Self Esteem, Why Relationships Fail, How to diagnose and Treat Anxiety, Anger Management, Types I and II,, Kids and Divorce, Child Visitation and Self-Esteem, How To Change Teenagers Behavior, The Psychology of Procrastination, The Psychology of Guilt, The Psychology of Forgiveness and Weight Loss (Free), The Psychology of All Addictions and How to Diagnose and Treat Mood Disorders.
I'm an informal, low-keyed warm fuzzy type. I deal directly with problems, using CBT, emphasizing support/non-judgment.
I've completed 15 ebooks. The subjects are Assertiveness, How To Change Children's Behavior (Quickly), How to Assess and Treat ADHD (Children and Adults), Self Esteem, Why Relationships Fail, How to diagnose and Treat Anxiety, Anger Management, Types I and II,, Kids and Divorce, Child Visitation and Self-Esteem, How To Change Teenagers Behavior, The Psychology of Procrastination, The Psychology of Guilt, The Psychology of Forgiveness and Weight Loss (Free), The Psychology of All Addictions and How to Diagnose and Treat Mood Disorders.
Liliana Ponce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92027 (Online Only)
Hola! My name is Liliana Ponce, and I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California. As a bilingual mental health provider, I am here to break the stigma surrounding mental health and be your cheerleader as you embark on this journey of healing.
Hola! My name is Liliana Ponce, and I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California. As a bilingual mental health provider, I am here to break the stigma surrounding mental health and be your cheerleader as you embark on this journey of healing.
Ann Merkel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC II
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92025 (Online Only)
I enjoy helping individuals and families struggling with personal issues varying from mental health and addiction to relationship or family problems, stress, bereavement, emotional pain, abuse and more. My work is dedicated to helping others improve their quality of life by guiding them on the road to self-awareness, acceptance, and recovery. I like to focus on resolving specific issues, regaining confidence, and decreasing suffering thus leading to a healthy, happy, and more productive and enjoyable life.
I enjoy helping individuals and families struggling with personal issues varying from mental health and addiction to relationship or family problems, stress, bereavement, emotional pain, abuse and more. My work is dedicated to helping others improve their quality of life by guiding them on the road to self-awareness, acceptance, and recovery. I like to focus on resolving specific issues, regaining confidence, and decreasing suffering thus leading to a healthy, happy, and more productive and enjoyable life.
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Codependency Therapists
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.
What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.
How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.
What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.