Existential Therapists in La Jolla, CA
I use a range of therapeutic approaches including CBT, Existential, insight oriented, symptom focused, mindfulness strategies, along with NEUROFEEDBACK to help you attain your therapeutic goals.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I strive to empower clients to make meaningful changes in their lives to create balance and foster growth. This empowerment begins with building a collaborative therapeutic relationship based on trust and understanding. Being from a diverse background myself, I recognize that each person's life circumstances, experiences, cultural diversity and beliefs are unique, and I work to develop an understanding of these factors and to see the world from the client's point of view.
I use a range of therapeutic approaches including CBT, Existential, insight oriented, symptom focused, mindfulness strategies, along with NEUROFEEDBACK to help you attain your therapeutic goals.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I strive to empower clients to make meaningful changes in their lives to create balance and foster growth. This empowerment begins with building a collaborative therapeutic relationship based on trust and understanding. Being from a diverse background myself, I recognize that each person's life circumstances, experiences, cultural diversity and beliefs are unique, and I work to develop an understanding of these factors and to see the world from the client's point of view.
Anxiety often stems from existential concerns and the search for meaning in our lives. This is especially true for high achievers, who may outwardly appear successful but internally struggle with feelings of emptiness and disconnection. In the ebb and flow of life, anxiety can emerge as a persistent companion, affecting our mental and physical well-being. Anxiety is a complex state of mind and being that impacts us all, regardless of background or achievements. While it's natural to feel anxious in certain situations, like before a presentation or during times of change, persistent anxiety can significantly disrupt our daily lives.
Anxiety often stems from existential concerns and the search for meaning in our lives. This is especially true for high achievers, who may outwardly appear successful but internally struggle with feelings of emptiness and disconnection. In the ebb and flow of life, anxiety can emerge as a persistent companion, affecting our mental and physical well-being. Anxiety is a complex state of mind and being that impacts us all, regardless of background or achievements. While it's natural to feel anxious in certain situations, like before a presentation or during times of change, persistent anxiety can significantly disrupt our daily lives.
I use a blend of theories and methods from my training in relational gestalt therapy, cognitive behavioral, humanistic, existential, positive psychology, and buddhist psychology.
Throughout life we are all faced with stressors, traumas, and times of transition. During these times, it can be helpful to speak to a professional for guidance as you navigate life’s unavoidable challenges. As a licensed psychologist, I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and supportive space for self exploration and personal growth. Together we will explore the places you feel stuck, process past events, deepen self understanding, and cultivate self acceptance so that you may experience longer lasting happiness, more fulfilling connections, and a more meaningful life.
I use a blend of theories and methods from my training in relational gestalt therapy, cognitive behavioral, humanistic, existential, positive psychology, and buddhist psychology.
Throughout life we are all faced with stressors, traumas, and times of transition. During these times, it can be helpful to speak to a professional for guidance as you navigate life’s unavoidable challenges. As a licensed psychologist, I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and supportive space for self exploration and personal growth. Together we will explore the places you feel stuck, process past events, deepen self understanding, and cultivate self acceptance so that you may experience longer lasting happiness, more fulfilling connections, and a more meaningful life.
With expertise in multiple evidence-based practices (CBT, DBT, ACT, psychodynamic, relational, mindfulness-based, and existential), I tailor my approach to that most helpful for you.
Hello and Welcome. I have over a decade of practice in individual, adolescent, and couples therapy. I specialize in treating mood or anxiety difficulties, trauma, childhood trauma, relational difficulties, life stressors, or life and identity transitions. My passion is to help you live authentically- experiencing relief, resilience, self-compassion, and increased emotional freedom. We often learn strategies through life to keep us safe, but those strategies may hold us back in our present. It is in our relationships that we learned these strategies; it is through a therapeutic relationship that we re-learn, re-parent, and heal.
With expertise in multiple evidence-based practices (CBT, DBT, ACT, psychodynamic, relational, mindfulness-based, and existential), I tailor my approach to that most helpful for you.
Hello and Welcome. I have over a decade of practice in individual, adolescent, and couples therapy. I specialize in treating mood or anxiety difficulties, trauma, childhood trauma, relational difficulties, life stressors, or life and identity transitions. My passion is to help you live authentically- experiencing relief, resilience, self-compassion, and increased emotional freedom. We often learn strategies through life to keep us safe, but those strategies may hold us back in our present. It is in our relationships that we learned these strategies; it is through a therapeutic relationship that we re-learn, re-parent, and heal.
Caroline A Connelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92093 (Online Only)
The therapy process with me involves interventions that employ varied approaches such as solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), emotion focused therapy, existential therapy, play therapy, interpersonal therapy, or others which are adapted as appropriate to create unique evidence based approaches tailored to your specific needs.
Whether unforeseen or longstanding, situations and conflicts can gradually or suddenly and unexpectedly throw a previously content life outlook into a chaotic mixture of uncomfortable and uncertain feelings, that might include depression, hopelessness, loneliness, anger, anxiety, distress, panic, identity confusion …and others. Psychotherapy offers a confidential therapeutic relationship… for exploring and addressing feelings about one’s self, identity, and relationships with others while determining solutions for changing or accepting those problems, issues or unexpected crises that have brought you to this place.
The therapy process with me involves interventions that employ varied approaches such as solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), emotion focused therapy, existential therapy, play therapy, interpersonal therapy, or others which are adapted as appropriate to create unique evidence based approaches tailored to your specific needs.
Whether unforeseen or longstanding, situations and conflicts can gradually or suddenly and unexpectedly throw a previously content life outlook into a chaotic mixture of uncomfortable and uncertain feelings, that might include depression, hopelessness, loneliness, anger, anxiety, distress, panic, identity confusion …and others. Psychotherapy offers a confidential therapeutic relationship… for exploring and addressing feelings about one’s self, identity, and relationships with others while determining solutions for changing or accepting those problems, issues or unexpected crises that have brought you to this place.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues using research-based interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Existential-Transpersonal and Psychodynamic psychotherapy.
I have immediate availability and we return calls within 24 hours! Are you struggling to let go and heal from a traumatic experience? Do you feel stuck in sadness or overwhelmed with worry? Do things seem so stressful that it is hard to feel happiness? If any of these questions ring true for you, I have the expertise to guide you in overcoming these challenges. I utilize state of the art evidence-based treatment methods to directly work on your concerns and cut through the obstacles that are limiting your life. In my practice you will learn essential coping skills to apply in your life immediately to begin your transformation.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues using research-based interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Existential-Transpersonal and Psychodynamic psychotherapy.
I have immediate availability and we return calls within 24 hours! Are you struggling to let go and heal from a traumatic experience? Do you feel stuck in sadness or overwhelmed with worry? Do things seem so stressful that it is hard to feel happiness? If any of these questions ring true for you, I have the expertise to guide you in overcoming these challenges. I utilize state of the art evidence-based treatment methods to directly work on your concerns and cut through the obstacles that are limiting your life. In my practice you will learn essential coping skills to apply in your life immediately to begin your transformation.
Are you being pummeled by the waves of life? Is the tsunami of stress, anxiety, depression, change, grief and loss, leaving you feeling seasick, unmoored, and stuck in fear and survival mode? I'm here to help you get out of your head and into your life. Be it the stressors of divorce and custody, intimacy/relationships/sex and family/partner conflict, death of a loved one/loss of a job, feeling stuck, or navigating the overwhelming existential uncertainties of our world: you are not alone. Together, we will explore your values, meaning, & purpose, develop insight and resilience, and inspire and celebrate your unique inner warrior.
Are you being pummeled by the waves of life? Is the tsunami of stress, anxiety, depression, change, grief and loss, leaving you feeling seasick, unmoored, and stuck in fear and survival mode? I'm here to help you get out of your head and into your life. Be it the stressors of divorce and custody, intimacy/relationships/sex and family/partner conflict, death of a loved one/loss of a job, feeling stuck, or navigating the overwhelming existential uncertainties of our world: you are not alone. Together, we will explore your values, meaning, & purpose, develop insight and resilience, and inspire and celebrate your unique inner warrior.
I have worked with people on a wide range of issues including but not limited to addiction (chemical, sexual, love/relationship), anxiety, depression, anger problems, communication, sexual problems, social difficulties, self-esteem, and existential/spiritual issues.
I provide a reliable space for talking about what affects you most deeply in your love, work, creative and spiritual life. I will help you develop pragmatic approaches to achieving greater fulfillment and less distress. As we carefully develop an understanding of your internal and interpersonal life, our dialogue will afford you a deeper understanding of how you function with others and how you create meaning for yourself. I regard each person's therapy as completely unique. We will work together to set the goals, pace, and content of your treatment, as well as examine the nature of our working relationship.
I have worked with people on a wide range of issues including but not limited to addiction (chemical, sexual, love/relationship), anxiety, depression, anger problems, communication, sexual problems, social difficulties, self-esteem, and existential/spiritual issues.
I provide a reliable space for talking about what affects you most deeply in your love, work, creative and spiritual life. I will help you develop pragmatic approaches to achieving greater fulfillment and less distress. As we carefully develop an understanding of your internal and interpersonal life, our dialogue will afford you a deeper understanding of how you function with others and how you create meaning for yourself. I regard each person's therapy as completely unique. We will work together to set the goals, pace, and content of your treatment, as well as examine the nature of our working relationship.
My approach is heart-centered, nature-inspired, humanistic, holistic, experiential, and existential through the social justice lens of an Asian queer femme weaving between Eastern philosophies of mindfulness and contemporary therapeutic practices.
Being human is hard. Sometimes, it can feel like we’re running in circles or sleepwalking through life on auto-pilot with racing thoughts that clutter the mind and paralyze the spirit. Overwhelmed by the weight of emptiness in the heart, but possibly already skipping or spiraling ahead to the next step to carry on with the performance of this existence because “everything is fine.” The show must go on, right? There may be limitations, even detrimental consequences to filling the void with excessive distractions. How did too much become never enough?
My approach is heart-centered, nature-inspired, humanistic, holistic, experiential, and existential through the social justice lens of an Asian queer femme weaving between Eastern philosophies of mindfulness and contemporary therapeutic practices.
Being human is hard. Sometimes, it can feel like we’re running in circles or sleepwalking through life on auto-pilot with racing thoughts that clutter the mind and paralyze the spirit. Overwhelmed by the weight of emptiness in the heart, but possibly already skipping or spiraling ahead to the next step to carry on with the performance of this existence because “everything is fine.” The show must go on, right? There may be limitations, even detrimental consequences to filling the void with excessive distractions. How did too much become never enough?
I hold a trauma-informed approach, drawing upon neuroscience, attachment theory, humanistic, multicultural, internal family systems (IFS) and existential models of healing.
Life can leave us feeling stuck and disconnected from ourselves and our communities. Often, symptoms are natural reactions to painful circumstances and foreclose access to our innate wisdom and ability to navigate tough situations. I believe in the unique healing journey of each individual and work with you to open space and reconnect with your authentic ways of being. I help folks get curious about their life, get unstuck from difficult patterns, make meaning of life experiences, and ultimately create more choice and freedom.
I hold a trauma-informed approach, drawing upon neuroscience, attachment theory, humanistic, multicultural, internal family systems (IFS) and existential models of healing.
Life can leave us feeling stuck and disconnected from ourselves and our communities. Often, symptoms are natural reactions to painful circumstances and foreclose access to our innate wisdom and ability to navigate tough situations. I believe in the unique healing journey of each individual and work with you to open space and reconnect with your authentic ways of being. I help folks get curious about their life, get unstuck from difficult patterns, make meaning of life experiences, and ultimately create more choice and freedom.
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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Practical Help. Results Oriented. I've had 30+ years of professional experience helping Couples and Individual Adults have the life they want. I've been married 30+ years and know how to help you have a successful relationship too. Stop repeating old patterns. Make changes for the better. Understand what's going wrong and know what to do about it - get control, communicate clearly, reignite the passion. Author, 'Why Men Don't Get Enough Sex & Women Don't Get Enough Love'; Editor 'Good Loving' (Men' Health). Results Oriented. Solution Focused. Email or Call Today for a Happier Tomorrow! I will help you have the life you want.
Practical Help. Results Oriented. I've had 30+ years of professional experience helping Couples and Individual Adults have the life they want. I've been married 30+ years and know how to help you have a successful relationship too. Stop repeating old patterns. Make changes for the better. Understand what's going wrong and know what to do about it - get control, communicate clearly, reignite the passion. Author, 'Why Men Don't Get Enough Sex & Women Don't Get Enough Love'; Editor 'Good Loving' (Men' Health). Results Oriented. Solution Focused. Email or Call Today for a Happier Tomorrow! I will help you have the life you want.
Are you having self-doubts, nagging worries, dread about the future, or feeling exhausted from life’s stressors? Have you experienced a recent loss? Are you wrestling with a major decision or life transition? If so, and you want to speak with someone who feels comfortable like a friend, but has practical knowledge help you overcome your challenges, reach out to me. I have helped hundreds of clients feel better by getting better sleep, reducing anxiety and worries, and feeling more calm, confident, and satisfied with their lives.
Are you having self-doubts, nagging worries, dread about the future, or feeling exhausted from life’s stressors? Have you experienced a recent loss? Are you wrestling with a major decision or life transition? If so, and you want to speak with someone who feels comfortable like a friend, but has practical knowledge help you overcome your challenges, reach out to me. I have helped hundreds of clients feel better by getting better sleep, reducing anxiety and worries, and feeling more calm, confident, and satisfied with their lives.
Depressed? Anxious? Not quite feeling your best self? When we're having relationship problems, sometimes we just can't untangle them on our own. It's not uncommon to feel inadequate, or like you can't adapt to circumstances. I provide a safe environment for you to examine what's happening in your life. Through insight, behavioral changes, and emotional awareness we will explore your issues. I've been working with individuals and couples for well over 30 years. I specialize in working with stepfamilies/stepparents. Give me a call.
Depressed? Anxious? Not quite feeling your best self? When we're having relationship problems, sometimes we just can't untangle them on our own. It's not uncommon to feel inadequate, or like you can't adapt to circumstances. I provide a safe environment for you to examine what's happening in your life. Through insight, behavioral changes, and emotional awareness we will explore your issues. I've been working with individuals and couples for well over 30 years. I specialize in working with stepfamilies/stepparents. Give me a call.
Dr. Nicole Karst is a clinical forensic psychologist, nurse, and veteran. She has extensive health and mental health treatment experience at all levels of care ranging from hospitalization to outpatient psychotherapy. She specializes in the treatment of trauma, mood instability, obsessive thoughts, relationship problems, stress management, and mind-body wellness.
Dr. Nicole Karst is a clinical forensic psychologist, nurse, and veteran. She has extensive health and mental health treatment experience at all levels of care ranging from hospitalization to outpatient psychotherapy. She specializes in the treatment of trauma, mood instability, obsessive thoughts, relationship problems, stress management, and mind-body wellness.
We all respond to the problems in our lives by developing survival strategies, ones that often keep us disconnected from our true self and from others. Because we do this unconsciously, it can be difficult to identify how we get in our own way. However, you have the wisdom within for your own growth and healing. My focus is to accompany you, both as a guide and a companion, in finding your "place in the world", both individually and relationally.
We all respond to the problems in our lives by developing survival strategies, ones that often keep us disconnected from our true self and from others. Because we do this unconsciously, it can be difficult to identify how we get in our own way. However, you have the wisdom within for your own growth and healing. My focus is to accompany you, both as a guide and a companion, in finding your "place in the world", both individually and relationally.
COUPLES & INDIV: Do you feel like you have a bump in your relationship and need to hit the reset button? Are you wondering what’s next, but don’t know where to begin? Do you feel like you're stuck in a cycle of worry and loss of control? As a highly experienced psychologist with over 30 years of expertise, I can help you make lasting changes and achieve your goals. Whether you're seeking guidance as a couple or as an individual, I offer a strength-based approach that can help you navigate through stressful times and find fulfillment in your relationships. Reach out and take the first step towards a happier, more balanced life.
COUPLES & INDIV: Do you feel like you have a bump in your relationship and need to hit the reset button? Are you wondering what’s next, but don’t know where to begin? Do you feel like you're stuck in a cycle of worry and loss of control? As a highly experienced psychologist with over 30 years of expertise, I can help you make lasting changes and achieve your goals. Whether you're seeking guidance as a couple or as an individual, I offer a strength-based approach that can help you navigate through stressful times and find fulfillment in your relationships. Reach out and take the first step towards a happier, more balanced life.
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!"
Hi, I'm Jodi and I am passionate about empowering people of all ages to create change and to live their best life. I specialize in guiding individuals on their journey toward self-discovery and growth, while integrating heart, mind, body, and spirit to cultivate meaningful and authentic lives. I help people unlock their potential to thrive through difficult seasons and life transitions, and experience deeper connections and relational health. Sometimes life feels so overwhelming and we don't know how or where to start to make a change. I invite you reach out and find the support that you need.
Hi, I'm Jodi and I am passionate about empowering people of all ages to create change and to live their best life. I specialize in guiding individuals on their journey toward self-discovery and growth, while integrating heart, mind, body, and spirit to cultivate meaningful and authentic lives. I help people unlock their potential to thrive through difficult seasons and life transitions, and experience deeper connections and relational health. Sometimes life feels so overwhelming and we don't know how or where to start to make a change. I invite you reach out and find the support that you need.
Working together to determine and achieve your goals is my primary objective as your psychologist. When you arrive at my office you will be warmly welcomed into a space where you can decompress. I am committed to being accessible and feel honored by the opportunity to help you through this process. My office space is private, quiet, and welcoming and is centrally located near I-15. My roots in marriage, family, and child therapy, combined with a focus on cognitive behavioral interventions, will provide you the skills to navigate your obstacles.
Working together to determine and achieve your goals is my primary objective as your psychologist. When you arrive at my office you will be warmly welcomed into a space where you can decompress. I am committed to being accessible and feel honored by the opportunity to help you through this process. My office space is private, quiet, and welcoming and is centrally located near I-15. My roots in marriage, family, and child therapy, combined with a focus on cognitive behavioral interventions, will provide you the skills to navigate your obstacles.
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Existential Therapists
How does existential therapy work?
Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.
Is existential therapy evidence-based?
Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.
How long does existential therapy last?
The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is existential therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.