Humanistic Therapists in Oceanside, CA
Heather Burns @ Grow Through Life Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oceanside, CA 92054
From a humanistic and strength-based lens I use modalities such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Mindfulness, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Play-based Therapy.
Hello! Are you or a loved one experiencing loss, grief or a major life transition? If so, I would be happy to help! I provide therapy for all ages and love working with children, teens, individual adults, couples, & families. I have a background in helping clients working through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, loss, and major life transitions. I am compassionate and understand it takes courage to seek therapy. I create a safe space for clients to navigate challenges and build a sense of autonomy. No matter what challenges you may be facing, I would be honored to walk alongside you through it.
From a humanistic and strength-based lens I use modalities such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Mindfulness, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Play-based Therapy.
Hello! Are you or a loved one experiencing loss, grief or a major life transition? If so, I would be happy to help! I provide therapy for all ages and love working with children, teens, individual adults, couples, & families. I have a background in helping clients working through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, loss, and major life transitions. I am compassionate and understand it takes courage to seek therapy. I create a safe space for clients to navigate challenges and build a sense of autonomy. No matter what challenges you may be facing, I would be honored to walk alongside you through it.
I am a licensed psychologist with almost 30 years of experience. Although I have experience working with children, teens, couples, and families, I am currently limiting my practice to individual adults. I generally work mostly from both a humanistic and cognitive behavioral approach. I find that who we are as individuals, and how we feel about ourselves is a critical components of how we are able to cope. How we think about things, events, others, ourselves, and what we do, shapes our experiences.
I am a licensed psychologist with almost 30 years of experience. Although I have experience working with children, teens, couples, and families, I am currently limiting my practice to individual adults. I generally work mostly from both a humanistic and cognitive behavioral approach. I find that who we are as individuals, and how we feel about ourselves is a critical components of how we are able to cope. How we think about things, events, others, ourselves, and what we do, shapes our experiences.
Hi, my name is Dawn Napier, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CA. I work with teens, adults, active duty military women and men, veterans, Christians and senior adults. I enjoy providing professional, discerning counsel to Christians, solely based on biblical truth. I also enjoy working, helping, and encouraging people to lean into their spiritual beliefs and strengths as an avenue for healing. I treat mild to severe conditions such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, PTSD, complex trauma, DV, separation and divorce, military issues, and personality disorders. I use a strengths based, humanistic, and client centered approach.
Hi, my name is Dawn Napier, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CA. I work with teens, adults, active duty military women and men, veterans, Christians and senior adults. I enjoy providing professional, discerning counsel to Christians, solely based on biblical truth. I also enjoy working, helping, and encouraging people to lean into their spiritual beliefs and strengths as an avenue for healing. I treat mild to severe conditions such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, PTSD, complex trauma, DV, separation and divorce, military issues, and personality disorders. I use a strengths based, humanistic, and client centered approach.
Dominique Roy, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Oceanside, CA 92054 (Online Only)
With over 20 years of experience and a passion for yoga and energy, I have developed a unique style of cognitive/humanistic therapy with an emphasis on mind, body, and spirit connections. I strive to create a safe and supportive space for clients to experience holistic wellness. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and stress management, inspiring clients to move towards balance and conscious living by healing their relationships with others and themselves.
With over 20 years of experience and a passion for yoga and energy, I have developed a unique style of cognitive/humanistic therapy with an emphasis on mind, body, and spirit connections. I strive to create a safe and supportive space for clients to experience holistic wellness. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and stress management, inspiring clients to move towards balance and conscious living by healing their relationships with others and themselves.
Often I integrate neuropsychology and humanistic theory when working with trauma and relational issues.
Susan Kaufman, LMFT123914. I look at therapy as an opportunity to look at one's current thoughts and behaviors and appreciate what is working for you and to change what is not. I use an individualized approach, solution focus approach, often integrating mindful awareness, cognitive behavior therapy, humanistic philosophy and neuropsychology. My areas of specialization are parenting relational issues, depression, anxiety, life transitions, parenting support, perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, trauma/PTSD and addiction.
Often I integrate neuropsychology and humanistic theory when working with trauma and relational issues.
Susan Kaufman, LMFT123914. I look at therapy as an opportunity to look at one's current thoughts and behaviors and appreciate what is working for you and to change what is not. I use an individualized approach, solution focus approach, often integrating mindful awareness, cognitive behavior therapy, humanistic philosophy and neuropsychology. My areas of specialization are parenting relational issues, depression, anxiety, life transitions, parenting support, perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, trauma/PTSD and addiction.
While I would describe my overall approach as eclectic, I am primarily interested in an existential/humanistic approach but also bring in aspects of psychodynamic/psychoanalytic, person-centered, cognitive behavioral, as well as reflective practice approaches, among others.
Hello, my name is Rebecca Anderson and I have worked in the mental health field for almost 23 years and have been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in California for over 13 years. I practice direct, open, and honest communication, and encourage that in others, focusing on self-empowerment, self-care, and healthy boundaries. My approach is reflective and insight-oriented and fosters self-knowledge and self-acceptance.
While I would describe my overall approach as eclectic, I am primarily interested in an existential/humanistic approach but also bring in aspects of psychodynamic/psychoanalytic, person-centered, cognitive behavioral, as well as reflective practice approaches, among others.
Hello, my name is Rebecca Anderson and I have worked in the mental health field for almost 23 years and have been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in California for over 13 years. I practice direct, open, and honest communication, and encourage that in others, focusing on self-empowerment, self-care, and healthy boundaries. My approach is reflective and insight-oriented and fosters self-knowledge and self-acceptance.
Jacqui Boles
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, BC-TMH, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oceanside, CA 92049 (Online Only)
With a background in Art Therapy and continued training for certification in Sex Therapy, I utilize a humanistic, person-centered approach to collaboratively support in exploring topics ranging from sex to death and dying.
"You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf" -Jon Kabat Zinn- In a time where we are hit with continuous stimuli, the waves of change seem to be moving faster than ever. Whether struggling with your health, confronting a cancer diagnosis or facing new challenges associated with aging and your sexual identity or relationships, I provide a nonjudgemental space to find tools to cope. Video counseling gives us the opportunity for me to join you on your couch, which can create more comfort and ease in forming a trusting therapeutic relationship.
With a background in Art Therapy and continued training for certification in Sex Therapy, I utilize a humanistic, person-centered approach to collaboratively support in exploring topics ranging from sex to death and dying.
"You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf" -Jon Kabat Zinn- In a time where we are hit with continuous stimuli, the waves of change seem to be moving faster than ever. Whether struggling with your health, confronting a cancer diagnosis or facing new challenges associated with aging and your sexual identity or relationships, I provide a nonjudgemental space to find tools to cope. Video counseling gives us the opportunity for me to join you on your couch, which can create more comfort and ease in forming a trusting therapeutic relationship.
My toolbox includes a variety of mindfulness, transpersonal, humanistic, and cognitive-behavioral approaches to healing and wellness.
Jill Shinn, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Hi there, I'm Jill! I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose focus is on helping clients move from where they are now, to a better place in their lives. Whether the main goal is reducing anxiety, increasing self-esteem, healing old wounds, or improving relationships, we will work together to upgrade your life! Near and dear to my heart is working with clients who are struggling with self worth and/or relationship issues. I find that many of us have a nagging sense that we are "not good enough", and this shows up in a variety of symptoms.
My toolbox includes a variety of mindfulness, transpersonal, humanistic, and cognitive-behavioral approaches to healing and wellness.
Jill Shinn, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Hi there, I'm Jill! I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose focus is on helping clients move from where they are now, to a better place in their lives. Whether the main goal is reducing anxiety, increasing self-esteem, healing old wounds, or improving relationships, we will work together to upgrade your life! Near and dear to my heart is working with clients who are struggling with self worth and/or relationship issues. I find that many of us have a nagging sense that we are "not good enough", and this shows up in a variety of symptoms.
Experiencing stress, symptoms of anxiety, and depression can be overwhelming since it may rob you of having a good night's sleep and may interfere with your personal relationships and what you perceive as the way to resolve conflict. In therapy, we will explore barriers that are stopping you from identifying your true self and stopping you from finding a way to reach tranquility and peace in your life. My theoretical approach includes humanistic therapy, with emphasis on guiding my clients to make rational choices and develop their maximum potential, with emphasis on client-centered and existential therapy.
Experiencing stress, symptoms of anxiety, and depression can be overwhelming since it may rob you of having a good night's sleep and may interfere with your personal relationships and what you perceive as the way to resolve conflict. In therapy, we will explore barriers that are stopping you from identifying your true self and stopping you from finding a way to reach tranquility and peace in your life. My theoretical approach includes humanistic therapy, with emphasis on guiding my clients to make rational choices and develop their maximum potential, with emphasis on client-centered and existential therapy.
Eric Rennacker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Oceanside, CA 92057 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Eric Rennacker, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and for the last 10 years, I have been working with people in recovery from addiction. Trauma is the gateway to substance abuse and I am EMDR certified. I am also in recovery myself having 37 years of sobriety, I know how hard recovery is. I meet people where they are in their lives using a humanistic approach of unconditional acceptance as I believe the therapeutic relationship that can be created between client and therapist is the foundation for what can be difficult work.
Hello, my name is Eric Rennacker, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and for the last 10 years, I have been working with people in recovery from addiction. Trauma is the gateway to substance abuse and I am EMDR certified. I am also in recovery myself having 37 years of sobriety, I know how hard recovery is. I meet people where they are in their lives using a humanistic approach of unconditional acceptance as I believe the therapeutic relationship that can be created between client and therapist is the foundation for what can be difficult work.
Brittany Paulk
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Oceanside, CA 92054
I have experience working with people of all ages and backgrounds and those facing depression, anxiety, grief/loss, self-acceptance, life transitions, identity discovery, addiction/recovery, relationship issues, anger, trauma, and more. I work with children, teens, couples, LGBTQIA+, and families. I use an integrative client-centered approach with a holistic lens, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness & Meditation, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Trauma-Informed, and more.
I have experience working with people of all ages and backgrounds and those facing depression, anxiety, grief/loss, self-acceptance, life transitions, identity discovery, addiction/recovery, relationship issues, anger, trauma, and more. I work with children, teens, couples, LGBTQIA+, and families. I use an integrative client-centered approach with a holistic lens, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness & Meditation, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Trauma-Informed, and more.
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Verified Verified
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Oceanside, CA 92054 (Online Only)
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works collaboratively with my clients to improve their mental health and increase wellbeing. I have extensive experience working with individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem/self acceptance challenges. I strive to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I meet my clients where they are, with compassion and unconditional positive regard, and greatly appreciate the opportunity to help individuals find ways to cultivate hope for, and belief in, the possibility of change.
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works collaboratively with my clients to improve their mental health and increase wellbeing. I have extensive experience working with individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem/self acceptance challenges. I strive to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I meet my clients where they are, with compassion and unconditional positive regard, and greatly appreciate the opportunity to help individuals find ways to cultivate hope for, and belief in, the possibility of change.
Janet Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oceanside, CA 92057
My name is Janet Rodriguez and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I like to create a space where individuals feel safe, supported, where they can be their authentic selves and find humor in life's unpredictability. My areas of focus are depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, parenting, relationship issues, first-generation and immigrant Americans. I enjoy working with individuals who are transitioning to parenthood, want to focus on self-confidence and self-compassion, experienced family dysfunction growing up, and are looking to understand themselves better.
My name is Janet Rodriguez and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I like to create a space where individuals feel safe, supported, where they can be their authentic selves and find humor in life's unpredictability. My areas of focus are depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, parenting, relationship issues, first-generation and immigrant Americans. I enjoy working with individuals who are transitioning to parenthood, want to focus on self-confidence and self-compassion, experienced family dysfunction growing up, and are looking to understand themselves better.
Dr. Roger Peter Douglas
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Oceanside, CA 92057
My name is Dr. Roger Douglas, PsyD, LMFT 124878. I am a psychologist, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a USMC Veteran. I offer mental health services to Individuals and Groups using evidence-based practices. The theoretical approach I utilize will depend on your presenting problems. Some of these approaches are, Cognitive Theories, Post Modern Theories, Psychodynamic Theories, Client Centered Theories, Systems.
My name is Dr. Roger Douglas, PsyD, LMFT 124878. I am a psychologist, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a USMC Veteran. I offer mental health services to Individuals and Groups using evidence-based practices. The theoretical approach I utilize will depend on your presenting problems. Some of these approaches are, Cognitive Theories, Post Modern Theories, Psychodynamic Theories, Client Centered Theories, Systems.
"Dr. Comin is dedicated to assisting her clients in making positive changes during treatment . She sees her role as a facilitator to the client's change. Our minds are our most powerful tools for change. When you change your habitual beliefs you can change your life's journey. Dr. Comin will assist you in facilitating the process of uncovering your strengths and empowering you to make these significant changes in your life. Therapy is a process not a destination, like all change it takes commitment, acceptance, compassion and patience to move through the stories we are attached to, and access our core internal strengths.
"Dr. Comin is dedicated to assisting her clients in making positive changes during treatment . She sees her role as a facilitator to the client's change. Our minds are our most powerful tools for change. When you change your habitual beliefs you can change your life's journey. Dr. Comin will assist you in facilitating the process of uncovering your strengths and empowering you to make these significant changes in your life. Therapy is a process not a destination, like all change it takes commitment, acceptance, compassion and patience to move through the stories we are attached to, and access our core internal strengths.
Chelsea Salas Nightingale
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Oceanside, CA 92058 (Online Only)
There is always hope! Our painful life experiences have a way of making us feeling exhausted and unworthy. We can lose sight of our dreams and our authentic path. Trying something new and opening up seems like the last thing we may want to do, but maybe it is exactly what we need. Spending quality caring time on ourselves with the support of a caring therapist can create healing and movement in our lives. We all need validating safe spaces to remind ourselves how valuable we are. We can't truly give to our loved ones unless we are giving to ourselves.
There is always hope! Our painful life experiences have a way of making us feeling exhausted and unworthy. We can lose sight of our dreams and our authentic path. Trying something new and opening up seems like the last thing we may want to do, but maybe it is exactly what we need. Spending quality caring time on ourselves with the support of a caring therapist can create healing and movement in our lives. We all need validating safe spaces to remind ourselves how valuable we are. We can't truly give to our loved ones unless we are giving to ourselves.
Jeanette Abney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SAP
Verified Verified
Oceanside, CA 92058 (Online Only)
I am the owner of two out patient counseling centers providing services to adults, teen and children. Services include mental health, individual, family, couples counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse, SAP Assessments, addictive behaviors, domestic violence, anger management, parenting, co-parenting, marital, pre-marital counseling and other court or probation approved services. I have knowledge of Military Culture. I conduct groups, workshops, educational training and family interventions. I provide services in Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Murrieta and Oceanside, CA. I also provide telehealth services.
I am the owner of two out patient counseling centers providing services to adults, teen and children. Services include mental health, individual, family, couples counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse, SAP Assessments, addictive behaviors, domestic violence, anger management, parenting, co-parenting, marital, pre-marital counseling and other court or probation approved services. I have knowledge of Military Culture. I conduct groups, workshops, educational training and family interventions. I provide services in Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Murrieta and Oceanside, CA. I also provide telehealth services.
I try to focus on the client’s needs and how we can team up to manage symptoms and resolve areas of conflict. I have over 40 years of experience in PTSD, complex trauma, depression and anxiety. I have worked closely with the military providing confidential services to Active Duty Personnel, Family Dependents and Veterans. Military life presents a unique lifestyle and added stresses not always understood in the general population. I also enjoying working with Seniors as they navigate through life and are presented with new challenges.
I try to focus on the client’s needs and how we can team up to manage symptoms and resolve areas of conflict. I have over 40 years of experience in PTSD, complex trauma, depression and anxiety. I have worked closely with the military providing confidential services to Active Duty Personnel, Family Dependents and Veterans. Military life presents a unique lifestyle and added stresses not always understood in the general population. I also enjoying working with Seniors as they navigate through life and are presented with new challenges.
John Dury is an experienced professional counselor and marriage and family therapist who has been in practice for more than 25 years. John is also a Master Addiction Counselor as well as a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. I work with those experiencing a wide variety of issues that affect relationships such as anxiety, depression, anger, conflict resolution, and substance and process addictions.
John Dury is an experienced professional counselor and marriage and family therapist who has been in practice for more than 25 years. John is also a Master Addiction Counselor as well as a member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. I work with those experiencing a wide variety of issues that affect relationships such as anxiety, depression, anger, conflict resolution, and substance and process addictions.
As a clinical psychologist, I aim to help you achieve personal growth and well-being. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), employing mindfulness and other empirically-supported approaches to help you process and manage painful emotions as well as overcome the self-defeating patterns which often arise following the experience of traumatic events. I also specialize in relational and mindfulness-based approaches to treating interpersonal difficulties, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss while helping you to manage stress, academic difficulties, self-esteem issues, and life transitions.
As a clinical psychologist, I aim to help you achieve personal growth and well-being. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), employing mindfulness and other empirically-supported approaches to help you process and manage painful emotions as well as overcome the self-defeating patterns which often arise following the experience of traumatic events. I also specialize in relational and mindfulness-based approaches to treating interpersonal difficulties, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss while helping you to manage stress, academic difficulties, self-esteem issues, and life transitions.
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Humanistic Therapists
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.