Aetna Therapists in La Jolla, CA
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I am a psychologist who provides treatment for clients addressing depression, anxiety, and other common psychological concerns. I also work with clients who are navigating significant life, career, relationship, and health transitions. My goals in therapy are to establish a strong therapeutic relationship as patients develop insight and perspective into their problems, and to help patients connect with who and what matter, all in the service of helping patients lead more productive and rewarding lives.
I am a psychologist who provides treatment for clients addressing depression, anxiety, and other common psychological concerns. I also work with clients who are navigating significant life, career, relationship, and health transitions. My goals in therapy are to establish a strong therapeutic relationship as patients develop insight and perspective into their problems, and to help patients connect with who and what matter, all in the service of helping patients lead more productive and rewarding lives.
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Veronica Cardona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
I enjoy building a genuine connection with people that makes them feel seen, heard, and supported. I want to empower you to find your voice, build confidence, and explore the strengths within you that can help you reach your goals in life. My clients describe me as warm, sincere, supportive, curious, and optimistic. Together, we will work on processing hard feelings, setting goals, identifying options, examining limiting beliefs, and building a system of support that works for you. I believe you are the expert in your life and that you already hold a lot of the answers to your struggles.
I enjoy building a genuine connection with people that makes them feel seen, heard, and supported. I want to empower you to find your voice, build confidence, and explore the strengths within you that can help you reach your goals in life. My clients describe me as warm, sincere, supportive, curious, and optimistic. Together, we will work on processing hard feelings, setting goals, identifying options, examining limiting beliefs, and building a system of support that works for you. I believe you are the expert in your life and that you already hold a lot of the answers to your struggles.
![Photo of Jessica Flowers-Guerrero, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/844a2c75-8a58-4a62-a9f1-909dca1759e3/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jessica Flowers-Guerrero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with individuals and families. I have experience assisting my clients in working through depression, anxiety, anger, perinatal mood disorders, substance use, behavioral issues, parenting issues, women's issues, and trauma. I believe that for my clients to have space for growth, they need an environment that is trusting, non-judgmental, validating, and supportive. In working with me, I hope that my clients will feel seen, heard, and understood. My ultimate goal is to help my clients feel empowered to live the life they desire and achieve alignment with who they are, balance, and overall wellness.
I enjoy working with individuals and families. I have experience assisting my clients in working through depression, anxiety, anger, perinatal mood disorders, substance use, behavioral issues, parenting issues, women's issues, and trauma. I believe that for my clients to have space for growth, they need an environment that is trusting, non-judgmental, validating, and supportive. In working with me, I hope that my clients will feel seen, heard, and understood. My ultimate goal is to help my clients feel empowered to live the life they desire and achieve alignment with who they are, balance, and overall wellness.
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Hi. I’m Dr. Kimberly. My philosophy of life is Live, Love, and Yoga. I am a licensed professional counselor, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and an International Certified Yoga Therapist. I obtained my Ph.D. in Health Psychology from Walden University, where I studied somatic issues.
Hi. I’m Dr. Kimberly. My philosophy of life is Live, Love, and Yoga. I am a licensed professional counselor, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and an International Certified Yoga Therapist. I obtained my Ph.D. in Health Psychology from Walden University, where I studied somatic issues.
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Guiding Hope Individual and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, DBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
People search for therapy for various reasons. Most often these reasons include feelings of sadness, experiencing difficulties adjusting to life changes, difficulties dealing with chronic physical pain, emotional pain, trauma, depression, anger, stress and anxieties. Perhaps you are trying to heal from a difficult relationship breakup, leaving you feeling sad and defeated. It could be that you are a part of a newly formed blended family, living together for the first time, and instead of joy you are experiencing chaos. You may be seeking help, because your spouse has received orders for yet another deployment with the military.
People search for therapy for various reasons. Most often these reasons include feelings of sadness, experiencing difficulties adjusting to life changes, difficulties dealing with chronic physical pain, emotional pain, trauma, depression, anger, stress and anxieties. Perhaps you are trying to heal from a difficult relationship breakup, leaving you feeling sad and defeated. It could be that you are a part of a newly formed blended family, living together for the first time, and instead of joy you are experiencing chaos. You may be seeking help, because your spouse has received orders for yet another deployment with the military.
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Hello there! My name is Dr. Shelby Robinson, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist with Live Better Psychotherapy. I enjoy working with all types of folks dealing with PTSD, complex (developmental) trauma, anxiety and stress, depression, grief, and life transitions. I've received extensive, specialized education and training in the treatment of traumatic stress and feel very passionate about helping folks process and overcome traumatic life experiences.
Hello there! My name is Dr. Shelby Robinson, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist with Live Better Psychotherapy. I enjoy working with all types of folks dealing with PTSD, complex (developmental) trauma, anxiety and stress, depression, grief, and life transitions. I've received extensive, specialized education and training in the treatment of traumatic stress and feel very passionate about helping folks process and overcome traumatic life experiences.
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Brittany Nicole James-Vilavanh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037
Hi, I'm Brittany, I'm an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist serving California, and the San Diego area.Choosing to start therapy can feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate for many. This is why I strive to ensure that this transition is as smooth as possible and that you feel safe, comfortable, and confident working with me. I am a great fit for those who are motivated to change, grow, and heal. I enjoy treating trauma, anxiety, couples issues, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, and attatchment issues. I am supportive, compassionate and collaborate, and I utilize evidence based techniques to help facilitate healing and growth.
Hi, I'm Brittany, I'm an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist serving California, and the San Diego area.Choosing to start therapy can feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate for many. This is why I strive to ensure that this transition is as smooth as possible and that you feel safe, comfortable, and confident working with me. I am a great fit for those who are motivated to change, grow, and heal. I enjoy treating trauma, anxiety, couples issues, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, and attatchment issues. I am supportive, compassionate and collaborate, and I utilize evidence based techniques to help facilitate healing and growth.
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Therapy usually begins with taking stock of one's current situation in life, and figuring out the best way to move forward. I have been helping adults and children with difficult life situations and transitions for almost 30 years. My intent is to be understanding; to listen and to hear but also provide feedback, in an environment you can count on as confidential and safe. I work with children, adults, and families.
Therapy usually begins with taking stock of one's current situation in life, and figuring out the best way to move forward. I have been helping adults and children with difficult life situations and transitions for almost 30 years. My intent is to be understanding; to listen and to hear but also provide feedback, in an environment you can count on as confidential and safe. I work with children, adults, and families.
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I view therapy as a collaboration between client and therapist. I like to co-create an individualized treatment plan to help you reach your goals, whatever they may be. Typically, I draw from a variety of approaches, including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT). I have specialized training in perinatal mental health, including a Perinatal Mental Health-Certificate. That means I can treat people who are pregnant and experiencing mental health changes as well as those who have anxiety, depression, or bipolar episodes after giving birth.
I view therapy as a collaboration between client and therapist. I like to co-create an individualized treatment plan to help you reach your goals, whatever they may be. Typically, I draw from a variety of approaches, including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT). I have specialized training in perinatal mental health, including a Perinatal Mental Health-Certificate. That means I can treat people who are pregnant and experiencing mental health changes as well as those who have anxiety, depression, or bipolar episodes after giving birth.
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Dr. Chircop-Rollick earned her B.A. in Counseling Psychology graduating Cuma Sum Luda from Hawaii Pacific University, and received her MA from Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA. Dr. Chircop-Rollick completed an additional MS and a Dual PhD in Clinical Psychology and Industrial Psychology at California School of Professional Psych iSan Diego; She is published in peer-reviewed journals including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Supportive Psychotherapy, Phantom limb pain, PTSD, Chronic Back Pain utilizing multimodal telehealth Interventions.She spent 10 yers working for the correctional Prison system with inpatient acute population
Dr. Chircop-Rollick earned her B.A. in Counseling Psychology graduating Cuma Sum Luda from Hawaii Pacific University, and received her MA from Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA. Dr. Chircop-Rollick completed an additional MS and a Dual PhD in Clinical Psychology and Industrial Psychology at California School of Professional Psych iSan Diego; She is published in peer-reviewed journals including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Supportive Psychotherapy, Phantom limb pain, PTSD, Chronic Back Pain utilizing multimodal telehealth Interventions.She spent 10 yers working for the correctional Prison system with inpatient acute population
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Are you going through a major life transition? Have you been through emotional, physical, relationship or family trauma? Are you struggling with limiting or destructive relationship patterns, feeling anxious, experience panic, or struggle with self-esteem? Would you like to explore more creative approaches to the problems you face? I work especially well with people of all ages in search of healthier relationships, deep personal change and greater self-awareness. If you want to create a more balanced and fruitful life and claim your authentic voice and way in the world, I can help you navigate that journey with safety and trust.
Are you going through a major life transition? Have you been through emotional, physical, relationship or family trauma? Are you struggling with limiting or destructive relationship patterns, feeling anxious, experience panic, or struggle with self-esteem? Would you like to explore more creative approaches to the problems you face? I work especially well with people of all ages in search of healthier relationships, deep personal change and greater self-awareness. If you want to create a more balanced and fruitful life and claim your authentic voice and way in the world, I can help you navigate that journey with safety and trust.
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Rachel Liber is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2012. She has an MSW from Columbia University and dual BA degrees in Psychology and Communication from University of Washington. Having someone who listens without judgement, helps work through challenges, and just "gets it" is critical. We all need that in our life. Rachel has worked with youth and adults with a variety of needsdepression, anxiety, complicated family dynamics, grief and loss, substance use, and life transitions are just some of the things we can work through together.
Rachel Liber is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California who has been practicing since 2012. She has an MSW from Columbia University and dual BA degrees in Psychology and Communication from University of Washington. Having someone who listens without judgement, helps work through challenges, and just "gets it" is critical. We all need that in our life. Rachel has worked with youth and adults with a variety of needsdepression, anxiety, complicated family dynamics, grief and loss, substance use, and life transitions are just some of the things we can work through together.
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Brandi Romero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
I love to work with all humans working through issues related to self-worth, relationships, identity, anxiety, etc. I want to provide that safe space that may be missing. My goal is to help adults become introspective and limit the recreation of learned patterns. I am here to help you make a change for the better. I am a strong believer in individual autonomy and the power we have over our own lives. My mantra is, "When you focus on the good, the good gets better". I will help you to find the good in your life and reframe your perspective to focus on this. I am here for you.
I love to work with all humans working through issues related to self-worth, relationships, identity, anxiety, etc. I want to provide that safe space that may be missing. My goal is to help adults become introspective and limit the recreation of learned patterns. I am here to help you make a change for the better. I am a strong believer in individual autonomy and the power we have over our own lives. My mantra is, "When you focus on the good, the good gets better". I will help you to find the good in your life and reframe your perspective to focus on this. I am here for you.
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San Juana Melgoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
I believe that life provides many opportunities that are meant to help us transform psychologically. I highly value personal growth and believe that my endless search for personal growth informs my practice. The more I know, the more I enhance my clinical practice and provided quality treatment. I believe that as humans, we are meant to have fulfilling lives. Unfortunately, events happen that distort our ability to see possibilities and can further guide us to unhealthy behaviors. Regardless of the situation, it is never too late to regain control of your life.
I believe that life provides many opportunities that are meant to help us transform psychologically. I highly value personal growth and believe that my endless search for personal growth informs my practice. The more I know, the more I enhance my clinical practice and provided quality treatment. I believe that as humans, we are meant to have fulfilling lives. Unfortunately, events happen that distort our ability to see possibilities and can further guide us to unhealthy behaviors. Regardless of the situation, it is never too late to regain control of your life.
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Ashley McCort
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
Not sure where to start? That’s okay. Many of us aren't. We all have a story and I value holding a space for you to honor that story. To process that experience, to rework that negative thought or feeling that causes stagnancy. Stagnancy in love, stagnancy in friendship, in work, and in the desired evolution of self. We all seek to control but what does that mean, and is there space? The deepest form of understanding will come from processing and reprocessing; evaluating and reevaluating an experience until we conclude an awareness of the experience that fits into our new schema, our new direction, our new trajectory.
Not sure where to start? That’s okay. Many of us aren't. We all have a story and I value holding a space for you to honor that story. To process that experience, to rework that negative thought or feeling that causes stagnancy. Stagnancy in love, stagnancy in friendship, in work, and in the desired evolution of self. We all seek to control but what does that mean, and is there space? The deepest form of understanding will come from processing and reprocessing; evaluating and reevaluating an experience until we conclude an awareness of the experience that fits into our new schema, our new direction, our new trajectory.
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Hi there, I'm Tawnya! I'm an LCSW versed in in culturally competent work with clients who have experienced trauma/challenges related to gender and race, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and family issues. My approach include cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy, strength base therapies, and the utilization of culturally competent practices that take into consideration issues related to gender, class, ethnicity, and race. I consider it an honor to be able to assist clients as they move forward in exploring obstacles that may be negatively impacting their contentment and happiness.
Hi there, I'm Tawnya! I'm an LCSW versed in in culturally competent work with clients who have experienced trauma/challenges related to gender and race, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and family issues. My approach include cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy, strength base therapies, and the utilization of culturally competent practices that take into consideration issues related to gender, class, ethnicity, and race. I consider it an honor to be able to assist clients as they move forward in exploring obstacles that may be negatively impacting their contentment and happiness.
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Dr. Bales specializes in testing and evaluations for children and adults. Expertise areas include: ADHD, Autism, learning, mood disorders, personality, and general development.
Dr. Bales specializes in testing and evaluations for children and adults. Expertise areas include: ADHD, Autism, learning, mood disorders, personality, and general development.
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Natalie Arballo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
I have over 18 years of experience in a variety of mental health settings with diverse populations. I am versed in treatments that have recorded evidence of being effective evidence-based approaches. I believe that change happens when people are given the guidance and support they need to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling, happy lives. Therefore, I believe that attaining and maintaining mental health is a collaborative process between you, your support network, and your provider.
I have over 18 years of experience in a variety of mental health settings with diverse populations. I am versed in treatments that have recorded evidence of being effective evidence-based approaches. I believe that change happens when people are given the guidance and support they need to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling, happy lives. Therefore, I believe that attaining and maintaining mental health is a collaborative process between you, your support network, and your provider.
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Are you having a difficult time? I will help you. I will listen to your concerns and come to understand your core issues and what will be useful in helping you resolve your distress. The goal is to help you improve your self-esteem, reduce your anxiety, build confidence, resolve conflicts, reduce your symptoms and improve your relationships. I provide a compassionate, integrated and collaborative approach that makes working together a positive experience.
Are you having a difficult time? I will help you. I will listen to your concerns and come to understand your core issues and what will be useful in helping you resolve your distress. The goal is to help you improve your self-esteem, reduce your anxiety, build confidence, resolve conflicts, reduce your symptoms and improve your relationships. I provide a compassionate, integrated and collaborative approach that makes working together a positive experience.
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Laura Barragan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
When working with my patients, I approach therapy within a humanistic, client-centered approach. Our work is collaborative and I welcome your feedback throughout our sessions. I look forward to working with you in your journey of self-discovery and wellness.
When working with my patients, I approach therapy within a humanistic, client-centered approach. Our work is collaborative and I welcome your feedback throughout our sessions. I look forward to working with you in your journey of self-discovery and wellness.
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