Therapists for Teens in Imperial Beach, CA
Thelma Melissa Mora Zazueta
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Imperial Beach, CA 91932 (Online Only)
If you are someone struggling with anxiety and feel stuck in certain areas of your life…this message is for you: You are a hard and dedicated worker, but no matter what you do, you always think you have not done enough and believe you have fallen short. You work hard to get everything right and want to do good in all areas of your life. This includes having good relationships and a better body. You wish you had closer friends. You know you are kind of an introvert, and it just hurts that you don’t know how to make these connections, or you can’t seem to make them last.
If you are someone struggling with anxiety and feel stuck in certain areas of your life…this message is for you: You are a hard and dedicated worker, but no matter what you do, you always think you have not done enough and believe you have fallen short. You work hard to get everything right and want to do good in all areas of your life. This includes having good relationships and a better body. You wish you had closer friends. You know you are kind of an introvert, and it just hurts that you don’t know how to make these connections, or you can’t seem to make them last.
Dianna C Hansen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
I work with individuals, couples and families to heal from trauma, addictions, PTSD, and mood or anxiety disorders. I have also worked with chronic pain disorders and opiate dependence disorder. Mental illness impacts relationships and healthy relationships support healing so I work with people in the context of their family to restore healthy connections to the family and community at large.
I work with individuals, couples and families to heal from trauma, addictions, PTSD, and mood or anxiety disorders. I have also worked with chronic pain disorders and opiate dependence disorder. Mental illness impacts relationships and healthy relationships support healing so I work with people in the context of their family to restore healthy connections to the family and community at large.
Trained to conduct research on what works in psychotherapy, I have 28 years of experience in helping my clients to honor and direct the course of their own lives. This can be a step by step guided process and an exciting one, as old fears and patterns begin to change.
I offer compassion and wisdom as we work together to understand the meaning of any trauma that my clients have experienced in the story of their lives. Healing is promoted by using mind-body techniques to provide comfort and to clarify issues of responsibility, empowering you to design your future.
Trained to conduct research on what works in psychotherapy, I have 28 years of experience in helping my clients to honor and direct the course of their own lives. This can be a step by step guided process and an exciting one, as old fears and patterns begin to change.
I offer compassion and wisdom as we work together to understand the meaning of any trauma that my clients have experienced in the story of their lives. Healing is promoted by using mind-body techniques to provide comfort and to clarify issues of responsibility, empowering you to design your future.
My work includes helping clients know a sense of peace within, and increasing understanding about their sense of discontent, anxiety, or depression. This can show up in various ways, such as in relationship problems, anxiety, or old emotional pain. My style is to provide a safe place with a trauma-informed view to exploring client concerns in their path toward a life with a greater sense of wellness. Together we develop more healthy coping skills, ways of understanding troubled parts of the self, and methods to create a life of well-being and joy.
My work includes helping clients know a sense of peace within, and increasing understanding about their sense of discontent, anxiety, or depression. This can show up in various ways, such as in relationship problems, anxiety, or old emotional pain. My style is to provide a safe place with a trauma-informed view to exploring client concerns in their path toward a life with a greater sense of wellness. Together we develop more healthy coping skills, ways of understanding troubled parts of the self, and methods to create a life of well-being and joy.
Nicole S. Turville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
Counseling is a personal journey of self discovery and learning. It is a process that helps you gain greater understanding and awareness of yourself. I specialize in helping individuals with the following: Adjustment issues related to major life transitions such as: marriage, job changes, moving, starting school, death and divorce. Anxiety Disorders including: Obsessive thinking and compulsive behaviors, Anxiety following a traumatic event, Social anxiety, and Generalized anxiety/depression. Addictive Disorders such as substance abuse and dependency and other addictive behaviors. Womens issues are a large part of my practice including: postpartum stress, sexual trauma/abuse, and eating/body issues.
Counseling is a personal journey of self discovery and learning. It is a process that helps you gain greater understanding and awareness of yourself. I specialize in helping individuals with the following: Adjustment issues related to major life transitions such as: marriage, job changes, moving, starting school, death and divorce. Anxiety Disorders including: Obsessive thinking and compulsive behaviors, Anxiety following a traumatic event, Social anxiety, and Generalized anxiety/depression. Addictive Disorders such as substance abuse and dependency and other addictive behaviors. Womens issues are a large part of my practice including: postpartum stress, sexual trauma/abuse, and eating/body issues.
I have had a long career in human services in community mental health in Los Angeles, CA, and Miami FL. I am a seasoned therapist both in years and experience. For over the past 20 years I have had the privilege to work with individuals, families, and couples and support them through their concerns and challenges. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I work in a collaborative fashion and respect that you as the client have the answers. I view my role as your guide provides a safe, trusting, empathic environment so you will have the freedom to find out for yourself and make the changes you would like to see in your life.
I have had a long career in human services in community mental health in Los Angeles, CA, and Miami FL. I am a seasoned therapist both in years and experience. For over the past 20 years I have had the privilege to work with individuals, families, and couples and support them through their concerns and challenges. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I work in a collaborative fashion and respect that you as the client have the answers. I view my role as your guide provides a safe, trusting, empathic environment so you will have the freedom to find out for yourself and make the changes you would like to see in your life.
Crystal Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
Hi there, I'm Crystal, a Licensed Clinical social worker with over 8 years of experience in the field. I am proudly born and raised in Inglewood, California. My experience includes field-based mental health, outpatient, hospice, psychiatric inpatient hospital setting, group homes, and currently private practice. I have helped people with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, personality disorders, and more. My diverse, universal approach creates a safe and supportive environment while challenging my clients. I use Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), CBT, DBT, Person-Centered, and Psychodynamic modalities.
Hi there, I'm Crystal, a Licensed Clinical social worker with over 8 years of experience in the field. I am proudly born and raised in Inglewood, California. My experience includes field-based mental health, outpatient, hospice, psychiatric inpatient hospital setting, group homes, and currently private practice. I have helped people with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, personality disorders, and more. My diverse, universal approach creates a safe and supportive environment while challenging my clients. I use Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), CBT, DBT, Person-Centered, and Psychodynamic modalities.
Hello, my name is Britney Putterman and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have six years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in treating anxiety and depressive disorders. I also do a great deal of addressing issues related to self-esteem and communication. I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused modalities with a client-centered approach. I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment that invites my clients to explore, challenge, and grow.
Hello, my name is Britney Putterman and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have six years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in treating anxiety and depressive disorders. I also do a great deal of addressing issues related to self-esteem and communication. I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused modalities with a client-centered approach. I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment that invites my clients to explore, challenge, and grow.
Carlos P
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Imperial Beach, CA 91932 (Online Only)
Regardless of your background or situation, there is one underlying source from which all your problems originate. The greatest, fundamental source of all your problems in the entirety of your existence. Your Mind. Although it allows you to experience pleasure and enjoyable feelings, it is also responsible for creating all of your conflicts, afflictions, and anxieties. Achieving a life free from mental wounds, results in molding the mind to becoming your greatest ally, rather than suffering from its tyrannical wrath. This is the ONLY path to a life of bliss. For all problems in this life, are viewed from the lens of the mind.
Regardless of your background or situation, there is one underlying source from which all your problems originate. The greatest, fundamental source of all your problems in the entirety of your existence. Your Mind. Although it allows you to experience pleasure and enjoyable feelings, it is also responsible for creating all of your conflicts, afflictions, and anxieties. Achieving a life free from mental wounds, results in molding the mind to becoming your greatest ally, rather than suffering from its tyrannical wrath. This is the ONLY path to a life of bliss. For all problems in this life, are viewed from the lens of the mind.
Shani Judis Laub
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Imperial Beach, CA 91932 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in addressing a spectrum of mental health concerns including: Anxiety ,Depression ,Psychosis , LGBTQ+ Issues , ADHD , Trauma, Autism Spectrum Disorders , PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Mood Disorders.
I specialize in addressing a spectrum of mental health concerns including: Anxiety ,Depression ,Psychosis , LGBTQ+ Issues , ADHD , Trauma, Autism Spectrum Disorders , PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Mood Disorders.
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I have been a therapist for 28 years and have worked with people aged 3 - 93! My specialization in graduate school was child and adolescent treatment. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. Due to my practice being online now, I have narrowed my client base from 13 -99! Most of my clients have struggled with life transitions, depression, and anxiety.
I have been a therapist for 28 years and have worked with people aged 3 - 93! My specialization in graduate school was child and adolescent treatment. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. Due to my practice being online now, I have narrowed my client base from 13 -99! Most of my clients have struggled with life transitions, depression, and anxiety.
Maida Patricia Ferraes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92154 (Online Only)
My appreciation and love for the human experience and for helping others have been a lifelong journey. I want to be able to support you in your process of healing. Each individual requires special attention with not just patience but a sense of understanding and compassion. I have experience conducting individual and group therapy, in-office and both residential and outpatient settings with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship, teen concerns, and a wide range of challenges including grief/loss, insomnia, addiction, trauma, abuse, bipolar, as well as personal growth, adjustment issues, and crisis.
My appreciation and love for the human experience and for helping others have been a lifelong journey. I want to be able to support you in your process of healing. Each individual requires special attention with not just patience but a sense of understanding and compassion. I have experience conducting individual and group therapy, in-office and both residential and outpatient settings with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship, teen concerns, and a wide range of challenges including grief/loss, insomnia, addiction, trauma, abuse, bipolar, as well as personal growth, adjustment issues, and crisis.
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief or going through a life transition it would be my honor to support you in working through these issues. I am dedicated to enhancing your emotional well being and I strive to offer you a warm and non- judgmental environment where you can feel free to talk about any issues. l have been a therapist for 32 years, I have experience working with a wide variety of mental health issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse.
If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief or going through a life transition it would be my honor to support you in working through these issues. I am dedicated to enhancing your emotional well being and I strive to offer you a warm and non- judgmental environment where you can feel free to talk about any issues. l have been a therapist for 32 years, I have experience working with a wide variety of mental health issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse.
No matter who you are, life can be hard, and it can be incredibly difficult to take that next step. I’m here to help once you’ve decided the time is right to reach out for support. It’s my passion to help empower people just like yourself, equipping them with tools to help reach their goals and better deal with life’s many challenges.
No matter who you are, life can be hard, and it can be incredibly difficult to take that next step. I’m here to help once you’ve decided the time is right to reach out for support. It’s my passion to help empower people just like yourself, equipping them with tools to help reach their goals and better deal with life’s many challenges.
Isela Baron
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92154 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am so delighted to have you here, and I commend you for taking the first step towards enhancing your mental well-being. Allow me to introduce myself, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over a decade of experience, I have dedicated my professional journey to providing compassionate care and support to young adults, adults, and couples seeking a path towards emotional wellness. I understand that life can present its challenges, and my mission is to be your trusted partner in navigating through them.
Welcome! I am so delighted to have you here, and I commend you for taking the first step towards enhancing your mental well-being. Allow me to introduce myself, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over a decade of experience, I have dedicated my professional journey to providing compassionate care and support to young adults, adults, and couples seeking a path towards emotional wellness. I understand that life can present its challenges, and my mission is to be your trusted partner in navigating through them.
**Telehealth Video sessions are available** Are you having trouble controlling your drinking but feel like "rehab" isn't for you? Have loved ones in your life pleaded with you to stop? Is your alcohol or drug use causing relationship issues? Anxiety problems? I know exactly how your feeling. Alcohol or drug abuse can extremely difficult to manage on your own. For the last 19 years I’ve been helping clients navigate the personal recovery process and the trials and tribulations they come with it. If you are in a place in your life where you are ready to make some needed changes, I can help you be free from the grips of addiction.
**Telehealth Video sessions are available** Are you having trouble controlling your drinking but feel like "rehab" isn't for you? Have loved ones in your life pleaded with you to stop? Is your alcohol or drug use causing relationship issues? Anxiety problems? I know exactly how your feeling. Alcohol or drug abuse can extremely difficult to manage on your own. For the last 19 years I’ve been helping clients navigate the personal recovery process and the trials and tribulations they come with it. If you are in a place in your life where you are ready to make some needed changes, I can help you be free from the grips of addiction.
My name is Jennifer Cawelti, a am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I look forward to hearing from you. Is there chaos in your life right now? Feeling alone, uncertain, or despairing. The good news is that you are ready for change, and I am here to work with you to create a better life for yourself. I like a challenge and look forward to working with a meeting a myriad of people. I am here to help you. “All great changes are preceded by chaos.” Deepak Chopra. I work with each of my clients individually, getting to know each person and catering my practice to work with you specifically.
My name is Jennifer Cawelti, a am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I look forward to hearing from you. Is there chaos in your life right now? Feeling alone, uncertain, or despairing. The good news is that you are ready for change, and I am here to work with you to create a better life for yourself. I like a challenge and look forward to working with a meeting a myriad of people. I am here to help you. “All great changes are preceded by chaos.” Deepak Chopra. I work with each of my clients individually, getting to know each person and catering my practice to work with you specifically.
Healing Balance Therapy Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92154
Welcome to Healing Balance Therapy Inc. We are a group of highly trained and intuitive therapists who take gratitude in honoring individuals on their healing journey to balance. We are a mix of licensed and associate therapists with varying mental health degrees and licenses. We have a passion for helping clients increase insight around their barriers to growth. Our therapists have extensive knowledge in teaching clients how to process difficult life events and increase their authentic coping skills. For more information please copy and paste... www.healingbalancetherapy.com or click on our website link to the right.
Welcome to Healing Balance Therapy Inc. We are a group of highly trained and intuitive therapists who take gratitude in honoring individuals on their healing journey to balance. We are a mix of licensed and associate therapists with varying mental health degrees and licenses. We have a passion for helping clients increase insight around their barriers to growth. Our therapists have extensive knowledge in teaching clients how to process difficult life events and increase their authentic coping skills. For more information please copy and paste... www.healingbalancetherapy.com or click on our website link to the right.
My name is Mariola Craver, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Utilizing cultural competency and trauma-informed capability, I provide services to teens and adults. During sessions, we address symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression, among others, as well as coping skills for many life transitions. In my practice, I use CBT/DBT as well as Positive Psychology and Mindfulness. I am client-centered and emphasize unconditional positive regard.
My name is Mariola Craver, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Utilizing cultural competency and trauma-informed capability, I provide services to teens and adults. During sessions, we address symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression, among others, as well as coping skills for many life transitions. In my practice, I use CBT/DBT as well as Positive Psychology and Mindfulness. I am client-centered and emphasize unconditional positive regard.
Are you looking for a space where you can be truly heard and find relief from daily stressors? Whether you’re a student facing school or family pressures, dealing with work challenges, relationship struggles, grief, moving to a new city, or coping with the loss of a significant relationship, each of these experiences carries deep meaning and impact. You deserve a safe, welcoming space to express your thoughts and feelings—even those that are difficult to acknowledge to yourself.
Are you looking for a space where you can be truly heard and find relief from daily stressors? Whether you’re a student facing school or family pressures, dealing with work challenges, relationship struggles, grief, moving to a new city, or coping with the loss of a significant relationship, each of these experiences carries deep meaning and impact. You deserve a safe, welcoming space to express your thoughts and feelings—even those that are difficult to acknowledge to yourself.
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.