Codependency Therapists in La Jolla, CA
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Charlie is recognized as a seasoned, direct, warm, ethical, "practical" therapist with experience since 1973. He's licensed as both Psychologist & Marriage and Family Therapist, competently helping individuals, couples, and families. Along with a broad general practice, he also specializes in:
Relationship Issues (premarital & marital problems, communication, co-parenting, financial stress, affairs, infidelity, divorce, sexual health);
Substance Abuse and Behavioral addictions (alcohol, marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine, codependence, ACOA, enabling, gambling, "sex addiction", out of control sexual behavior);
Trauma Recovery (crime victims, post traumatic stress, loss, death, dying, grief, identity theft);
Men's Issues: ("Men behaving badly", fatherhood, communication problems, intimacy concerns).
addictions, drug marijuana pot alcoholism alcoholic codependency codependents North County Rancho Santa Fe Fairbanks Ranch Scripps Point Loma Mission Hills Valley Encinitas Leucadia Solana Del Mar Sorrento http://tiny.
Charlie is recognized as a seasoned, direct, warm, ethical, "practical" therapist with experience since 1973. He's licensed as both Psychologist & Marriage and Family Therapist, competently helping individuals, couples, and families. Along with a broad general practice, he also specializes in:
Relationship Issues (premarital & marital problems, communication, co-parenting, financial stress, affairs, infidelity, divorce, sexual health);
Substance Abuse and Behavioral addictions (alcohol, marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine, codependence, ACOA, enabling, gambling, "sex addiction", out of control sexual behavior);
Trauma Recovery (crime victims, post traumatic stress, loss, death, dying, grief, identity theft);
Men's Issues: ("Men behaving badly", fatherhood, communication problems, intimacy concerns).
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Linda S. Rose
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LPCC, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction and/or low self-esteem? Do you long to be in a healthy, committed relationship but don't know how? With 30 years' experience, I offer inspired, compassionate counseling for women, men, and teens that will assist you with identifying and overcoming barriers to your well-being. I use an integrative approach tailored to your specific goals. For individuals, I offer expertise in healing the issues of adult children of alcoholics, adult children of narcissistic parents, abuse, depression, anxiety, addiction, codependency, and coping with mental illness in a family member.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction and/or low self-esteem? Do you long to be in a healthy, committed relationship but don't know how? With 30 years' experience, I offer inspired, compassionate counseling for women, men, and teens that will assist you with identifying and overcoming barriers to your well-being. I use an integrative approach tailored to your specific goals. For individuals, I offer expertise in healing the issues of adult children of alcoholics, adult children of narcissistic parents, abuse, depression, anxiety, addiction, codependency, and coping with mental illness in a family member.
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Are you struggling with relationships? Do you need help recovering from a traumatic event? Do you often feel sad and low on energy? Are you searching for ways to be more emotionally stable and less shut down? For over 25 years I have worked with individuals, couples, and families on a range of issues including substance abuse, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, codependency, couples counseling, pre-martial counseling and more. In a highly personalized and collaborative treatment style, I help people understand the deeper reasons for why difficulties keep repeating over and over.
Are you struggling with relationships? Do you need help recovering from a traumatic event? Do you often feel sad and low on energy? Are you searching for ways to be more emotionally stable and less shut down? For over 25 years I have worked with individuals, couples, and families on a range of issues including substance abuse, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, codependency, couples counseling, pre-martial counseling and more. In a highly personalized and collaborative treatment style, I help people understand the deeper reasons for why difficulties keep repeating over and over.
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Stephanie Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037 (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.
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Do you struggle with chronic worry or are plagued with panic and anxiety attacks? Do you feel like you are running on an internal time clock that runs continuously, making it difficult to relax? Is your internal self-talk excessively negative? My name is Karen Baumann and I know that there is another way. As an LCSW with 25 years of experience working with those who suffer from depression, anxiety, stress, addictive behaviors, relationship, and codependency issues, I have seen hundreds of clients find relief through education, support and improved coping skills.
Do you struggle with chronic worry or are plagued with panic and anxiety attacks? Do you feel like you are running on an internal time clock that runs continuously, making it difficult to relax? Is your internal self-talk excessively negative? My name is Karen Baumann and I know that there is another way. As an LCSW with 25 years of experience working with those who suffer from depression, anxiety, stress, addictive behaviors, relationship, and codependency issues, I have seen hundreds of clients find relief through education, support and improved coping skills.
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Sean Sprigle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
My specialties include substance abuse (dual diagnosis), trauma/PTSD, codependency, dysfunctional family dynamics, anxiety, and depression.
Are you struggling with how crazy the world has become? Do you feel lost, scared or confused? Are you looking for answers during a time when no one seems to have them? I might be able to help you. Before I was a therapist I was a client myself, struggling with addiction, PTSD and other issues as well. My journey of healing led me to becoming a therapist to help others heal. My clients find me to be compassionate, non-judgmental and informative. I tend to work intuitively, while using my training and experience as a guide. I am focused on helping my clients navigate their own healing journey as quickly and as painlessly as possible.
My specialties include substance abuse (dual diagnosis), trauma/PTSD, codependency, dysfunctional family dynamics, anxiety, and depression.
Are you struggling with how crazy the world has become? Do you feel lost, scared or confused? Are you looking for answers during a time when no one seems to have them? I might be able to help you. Before I was a therapist I was a client myself, struggling with addiction, PTSD and other issues as well. My journey of healing led me to becoming a therapist to help others heal. My clients find me to be compassionate, non-judgmental and informative. I tend to work intuitively, while using my training and experience as a guide. I am focused on helping my clients navigate their own healing journey as quickly and as painlessly as possible.
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Gabriel Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037
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I am in the business of making better humans. I am dedicated to supporting people impacted by anxiety, intimacy & communication challenges, grief & loss, depression, non recreational use of subatances, addiction, feeling stuck in life or their relationships. I specialize in addressing issues such as perfectionism, critical self-talk, codependency, and relationship dynamics. My approach is rooted in helping clients reconnect deeply with their authentic selves, fostering renewed health, and rediscovering a sense of purpose and connection. As your Holistic Therapist, I offer practical solutions, guiding you towards tangible results.
I am in the business of making better humans. I am dedicated to supporting people impacted by anxiety, intimacy & communication challenges, grief & loss, depression, non recreational use of subatances, addiction, feeling stuck in life or their relationships. I specialize in addressing issues such as perfectionism, critical self-talk, codependency, and relationship dynamics. My approach is rooted in helping clients reconnect deeply with their authentic selves, fostering renewed health, and rediscovering a sense of purpose and connection. As your Holistic Therapist, I offer practical solutions, guiding you towards tangible results.
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Life is a journey and it is all about how you navigate the ups and downs of this journey. I would be honored to assist you along your path and help navigate the difficult decisions along the way. Are you at a crossroads in your life or work or relationships? Not feeling joy in most areas of your life? Can you not be your true, authentic self with others and loved ones? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, please reach out and take your first step in making yourself a priority! You are not alone.
Life is a journey and it is all about how you navigate the ups and downs of this journey. I would be honored to assist you along your path and help navigate the difficult decisions along the way. Are you at a crossroads in your life or work or relationships? Not feeling joy in most areas of your life? Can you not be your true, authentic self with others and loved ones? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, please reach out and take your first step in making yourself a priority! You are not alone.
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I believe therapy can be a challenging and illuminating journey in which you have the chance to learn more about yourself, your approach/perspective on life, and the dynamics in important relationships. Throughout the therapy process, I view my clients through a lens of strength where common life dilemmas are seen as an opportunity to develop a stronger capacity for personal understanding and nurture deeper, more intimate relationships. Whether you are seeking support in response to relationship concerns, life transitions, addiction/recovery, or are the loved one of an addict, therapy can help identify & clarify underlying feelings & patterns of behavior.
I believe therapy can be a challenging and illuminating journey in which you have the chance to learn more about yourself, your approach/perspective on life, and the dynamics in important relationships. Throughout the therapy process, I view my clients through a lens of strength where common life dilemmas are seen as an opportunity to develop a stronger capacity for personal understanding and nurture deeper, more intimate relationships. Whether you are seeking support in response to relationship concerns, life transitions, addiction/recovery, or are the loved one of an addict, therapy can help identify & clarify underlying feelings & patterns of behavior.
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Authentic communication and connection nourishes our essence. Being in tune with our deeper self helps us stay centered, feeling sure and confident of who we are. At times our head may spin from anxiety-provoking events or situations. We can learn to cope and self-regulate by getting in touch with our self in different ways. Nourishing our essence gives us a solid sense of self-worth, helping us feel safe and secure in the universe allowing us to take ownership of our journey through life, whether dealing with addiction, depression, anxiety, or relationships we can learn to live in the solution.
Authentic communication and connection nourishes our essence. Being in tune with our deeper self helps us stay centered, feeling sure and confident of who we are. At times our head may spin from anxiety-provoking events or situations. We can learn to cope and self-regulate by getting in touch with our self in different ways. Nourishing our essence gives us a solid sense of self-worth, helping us feel safe and secure in the universe allowing us to take ownership of our journey through life, whether dealing with addiction, depression, anxiety, or relationships we can learn to live in the solution.
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Melissa Stevenson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037
Your sense of inner peace and healing are the focus of my practice. I am best at helping people discover and embody the best versions of themselves in the midst of challenging circumstances. I do depth work with individuals that have experienced trauma, are struggling with a major life transition or are trying to get over a major heartbreak.
Your sense of inner peace and healing are the focus of my practice. I am best at helping people discover and embody the best versions of themselves in the midst of challenging circumstances. I do depth work with individuals that have experienced trauma, are struggling with a major life transition or are trying to get over a major heartbreak.
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Are you A GUY who feels confused and clueless about how to create a deeper emotional connection with your intimate partner? Perhaps just as important, is it possible for you to do that in a way that would not sacrifice your sense of masculinity?!? Not only is it possible for you to learn how to speak the Truth of how you feel in a way that will feel masculine, but it will also become a source of personal strength that will help you build a more mature and honest relationship with yourself and with the person you love. I have specialized in working with adult men for 35 years.
Are you A GUY who feels confused and clueless about how to create a deeper emotional connection with your intimate partner? Perhaps just as important, is it possible for you to do that in a way that would not sacrifice your sense of masculinity?!? Not only is it possible for you to learn how to speak the Truth of how you feel in a way that will feel masculine, but it will also become a source of personal strength that will help you build a more mature and honest relationship with yourself and with the person you love. I have specialized in working with adult men for 35 years.
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Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037
Do you often find yourself agreeing to things you don’t like or don't want to do? Have you had enough of being overly accommodating in order to please others at the cost of your own wellbeing, without much of a return? Isn't it time to break this endless cycle and stop pleasing everyone but yourself? I’m here to help. As your psychologist, I’ll provide you with a safe judgment-free space to be vulnerable, where we can discuss your situation and examine your habits that are making it hard for you to stop pleasing others. During our sessions, you can feel heard and empowered to start living your life for yourself, and not others.
Do you often find yourself agreeing to things you don’t like or don't want to do? Have you had enough of being overly accommodating in order to please others at the cost of your own wellbeing, without much of a return? Isn't it time to break this endless cycle and stop pleasing everyone but yourself? I’m here to help. As your psychologist, I’ll provide you with a safe judgment-free space to be vulnerable, where we can discuss your situation and examine your habits that are making it hard for you to stop pleasing others. During our sessions, you can feel heard and empowered to start living your life for yourself, and not others.
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Inessa Freya Lieberman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
There's a saying, "Healing is the application of love to the places inside that hurt." I'm here to fully support you in tending to those places. Together we will journey into understanding the major themes and patterns in your life and what they are trying to teach you. This increased level of awareness can help you access your strength and intuition, eliminate negative self talk and choose a more fulfilling relationship with yourself, others and life. I offer a 15 minute meet and greet to ensure we are a good fit.
There's a saying, "Healing is the application of love to the places inside that hurt." I'm here to fully support you in tending to those places. Together we will journey into understanding the major themes and patterns in your life and what they are trying to teach you. This increased level of awareness can help you access your strength and intuition, eliminate negative self talk and choose a more fulfilling relationship with yourself, others and life. I offer a 15 minute meet and greet to ensure we are a good fit.
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Thomas Dunleavy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
If you’re anything like me or my clients, you’re very much aware that your overwhelming thoughts and emotions keep coming, even though it seems like you’ve done everything you can to stop them. Maybe you’re stressed and can’t relax, believing that you have to do everything by yourself...but then you’re hard on yourself for having feelings and needs! You likely know you don't want to lose your temper so easily or be controlled by your thoughts, and you know that you want more from your life than how it is now. What you likely don’t know is how to make this vision of a life worth living a reality. You're certainly not alone!
If you’re anything like me or my clients, you’re very much aware that your overwhelming thoughts and emotions keep coming, even though it seems like you’ve done everything you can to stop them. Maybe you’re stressed and can’t relax, believing that you have to do everything by yourself...but then you’re hard on yourself for having feelings and needs! You likely know you don't want to lose your temper so easily or be controlled by your thoughts, and you know that you want more from your life than how it is now. What you likely don’t know is how to make this vision of a life worth living a reality. You're certainly not alone!
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Pantea Shahbazi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037 (Online Only)
Baháʼu'lláh said: "Regard man as a mine rich in gems of inestimable value. Education can, alone, cause it to reveal its treasures, and enable mankind to benefit therefrom." Life is a mysterious journey of experiences and learning. I got lost, distracted, and swayed on this path until I learned where to find my sacred place. In the ebbs and flows of life, I have discovered that I have an incredible gift for motivating, encouraging, and coaching others. My purpose is to help others make their life sacred by holding it as a masterpiece. To achieve that, I help clients discover their strengths and build resiliency.
Baháʼu'lláh said: "Regard man as a mine rich in gems of inestimable value. Education can, alone, cause it to reveal its treasures, and enable mankind to benefit therefrom." Life is a mysterious journey of experiences and learning. I got lost, distracted, and swayed on this path until I learned where to find my sacred place. In the ebbs and flows of life, I have discovered that I have an incredible gift for motivating, encouraging, and coaching others. My purpose is to help others make their life sacred by holding it as a masterpiece. To achieve that, I help clients discover their strengths and build resiliency.
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Sex Addiction San Diego, Dr Silbert RN,CNS,PH.D.
Psychologist, RN, CNS, PhD, FAACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037
"Escorts-Pornography-Happy Endings-Hook-Ups-Web Cam Sex- Internet Sex-Betrayal-Addiction-FBSM -Infidelity-Extra-Marital Affairs" Sexual addiction is a syndrome in which some form of sex behavior relates to and negatively affects an individual’s life cognitively and behaviorally. Controversy exists among professionals as to whether the syndrome should be considered sexual addiction, sexual compulsion, hypersexual or possibly a symptom of another mental disorder. Whatever the name, the problem is the same, which includes behavior that is out of control and negatively affecting various aspects of an individual’s life!"
"Escorts-Pornography-Happy Endings-Hook-Ups-Web Cam Sex- Internet Sex-Betrayal-Addiction-FBSM -Infidelity-Extra-Marital Affairs" Sexual addiction is a syndrome in which some form of sex behavior relates to and negatively affects an individual’s life cognitively and behaviorally. Controversy exists among professionals as to whether the syndrome should be considered sexual addiction, sexual compulsion, hypersexual or possibly a symptom of another mental disorder. Whatever the name, the problem is the same, which includes behavior that is out of control and negatively affecting various aspects of an individual’s life!"
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First and foremost, congratulations on taking a step towards accomplishing your goals! Making the decision to work with a therapist to help manage any life stressor takes strength and commitment. When working with a new client, one of my primary objectives is to foster a welcoming and encouraging environment. I believe the best outcomes stem from an engaging, collaborative working relationship. Therapy is a very personal experience and I encourage my clients to be active participants in their therapeutic success.
First and foremost, congratulations on taking a step towards accomplishing your goals! Making the decision to work with a therapist to help manage any life stressor takes strength and commitment. When working with a new client, one of my primary objectives is to foster a welcoming and encouraging environment. I believe the best outcomes stem from an engaging, collaborative working relationship. Therapy is a very personal experience and I encourage my clients to be active participants in their therapeutic success.
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Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
Welcome to my practice. I have been in practice since 2007 and have been featured on ABC, NBC, and KCAL as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.
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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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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.