Feminist Therapists in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
I provide comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (adults & adolescents) experiencing emotional dysregulation, strained relationships, overwhelming suffering (w/wo diagnosis of BPD), and/or thoughts of suicide or self-harm. My frame is client-centered, believing that you are the expert of your life, & therapy is a collaborate effort. I also work extensively within the Trans*/Nonbinary community, supporting an affirmed life for you and those around you. This can be at any age and include issues of disclosure, life changes, overcoming fear while balancing safety, & community advocacy.
I provide comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (adults & adolescents) experiencing emotional dysregulation, strained relationships, overwhelming suffering (w/wo diagnosis of BPD), and/or thoughts of suicide or self-harm. My frame is client-centered, believing that you are the expert of your life, & therapy is a collaborate effort. I also work extensively within the Trans*/Nonbinary community, supporting an affirmed life for you and those around you. This can be at any age and include issues of disclosure, life changes, overcoming fear while balancing safety, & community advocacy.
Patty Schroeder
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I'm constantly amazed at the human capacity for resilience. Using a strengths-based approach, I would be honored to help you tap into your power to achieve the health and wellness to live your best life! I approach my therapeutic relationships with warmth, respect, empathy, and a little bit of humor at times. I know it takes a great deal of courage to begin therapy -- my goal is to create a safe, comfortable space for honest exploration so we can tackle your concerns together. I look forward to meeting you :)
I'm constantly amazed at the human capacity for resilience. Using a strengths-based approach, I would be honored to help you tap into your power to achieve the health and wellness to live your best life! I approach my therapeutic relationships with warmth, respect, empathy, and a little bit of humor at times. I know it takes a great deal of courage to begin therapy -- my goal is to create a safe, comfortable space for honest exploration so we can tackle your concerns together. I look forward to meeting you :)
Dr. Araceli López-Arenas
Psychologist, PhD, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hi and welcome! I want to congratulate you for taking the first step in recognizing that you may need support in the areas that you are struggling with. Step two is finding a provider that you feel comfortable working with. You are likely resilient AF, find that you are in need of support, and probably take care of others, but who takes care of you? This is a place to be taken care of when you care for the rest of the world. If you are motivated to make changes in your life, then let’s schedule a phone consult to determine if you would like to start working with me.
Hi and welcome! I want to congratulate you for taking the first step in recognizing that you may need support in the areas that you are struggling with. Step two is finding a provider that you feel comfortable working with. You are likely resilient AF, find that you are in need of support, and probably take care of others, but who takes care of you? This is a place to be taken care of when you care for the rest of the world. If you are motivated to make changes in your life, then let’s schedule a phone consult to determine if you would like to start working with me.
Shelley Wisdom-Lazar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
I offer Co-Parent Counseling to divorced couples who believe that children should be put first when a divorce happens, and wish to improve cooperation and communication. With couples who have low to moderate conflict I also offer Parent Coordination services whether voluntary or court ordered. I provide therapy to adults and older teens who are experiencing distress due to transitions in their life such as a role change, loss or relationship difficulties. I approach problems from a BioPsychoSocial perspective, taking into account all of the factors in one's life, and how they might contribute to - and help to SOLVE - problems.
I offer Co-Parent Counseling to divorced couples who believe that children should be put first when a divorce happens, and wish to improve cooperation and communication. With couples who have low to moderate conflict I also offer Parent Coordination services whether voluntary or court ordered. I provide therapy to adults and older teens who are experiencing distress due to transitions in their life such as a role change, loss or relationship difficulties. I approach problems from a BioPsychoSocial perspective, taking into account all of the factors in one's life, and how they might contribute to - and help to SOLVE - problems.
Helping moms, working moms, and couples using proven tools and strategies, I assist you to remain present and focus on the vision you have for your family and your relationship. Tools such as mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be adapted to your specific needs. As you apply these tools, you will become more mindful of the blocks that keep you from embracing your role as a mom and interfere with your relationships. You will no longer feel like you’re teetering on the edge of a meltdown. You can gain greater confidence that you can adapt with each new stage in your family.
Helping moms, working moms, and couples using proven tools and strategies, I assist you to remain present and focus on the vision you have for your family and your relationship. Tools such as mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be adapted to your specific needs. As you apply these tools, you will become more mindful of the blocks that keep you from embracing your role as a mom and interfere with your relationships. You will no longer feel like you’re teetering on the edge of a meltdown. You can gain greater confidence that you can adapt with each new stage in your family.
The most useful tool in psychotherapy is a thoughtful, interactive dialogue. My goal is to engage clients using their unique strengths and experience, in order to help them create a life that is meaningul to them.
The most useful tool in psychotherapy is a thoughtful, interactive dialogue. My goal is to engage clients using their unique strengths and experience, in order to help them create a life that is meaningul to them.
Julie Datnow
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
Perhaps you find yourself wondering "Why does everything feel so much harder for me than it does for other people?" Something feels "off" or "out of sync" in your relationships, in your energy level, your ability to focus or your motivation. You want to find more joy and meaning in life but feel like you need help developing the skills to make that hope a reality. You are willing to put in the work to create the life you desire but first you need a supportive, empathetic professional with interventions proven to improve your relationships, anxiety, grief, trauma, or depression symptoms. Reach out today to begin.
Perhaps you find yourself wondering "Why does everything feel so much harder for me than it does for other people?" Something feels "off" or "out of sync" in your relationships, in your energy level, your ability to focus or your motivation. You want to find more joy and meaning in life but feel like you need help developing the skills to make that hope a reality. You are willing to put in the work to create the life you desire but first you need a supportive, empathetic professional with interventions proven to improve your relationships, anxiety, grief, trauma, or depression symptoms. Reach out today to begin.
Skyler White
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
It is possible to create lasting change and build the life you want for yourself. In today’s on-the-go culture, it’s easy to feel swept up in the current of productivity and success, leaving little room to slow down, replenish, and heal. This often results in overwhelming stress, anxiety, or depression that interferes with holistic wellness, happiness, and experience of being. With compassion, curiosity, and a non-judgmental approach, I can help you develop skills to ride the tides of your emotional waves instead of being swept into the storm that brews when attempting to numb, avoid, repress, or deny feelings.
It is possible to create lasting change and build the life you want for yourself. In today’s on-the-go culture, it’s easy to feel swept up in the current of productivity and success, leaving little room to slow down, replenish, and heal. This often results in overwhelming stress, anxiety, or depression that interferes with holistic wellness, happiness, and experience of being. With compassion, curiosity, and a non-judgmental approach, I can help you develop skills to ride the tides of your emotional waves instead of being swept into the storm that brews when attempting to numb, avoid, repress, or deny feelings.
Tendril Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
Plants can grow in some of the most unexpected places. On sidewalks, through concrete, on buildings. Even when the odds seem stacked against it, the desire to thrive can find a way. When a person comes to therapy, they are choosing to find their own way to grow, no matter where they’ve been planted. One of the tools of plants are tendrils; those delicate, sensitive shoots of courage that reach out for support and connection. With some nurturance and guidance, we here at Tendril Therapy welcome you to break the barriers of what seems improbable, to grow, to thrive, to climb.
Plants can grow in some of the most unexpected places. On sidewalks, through concrete, on buildings. Even when the odds seem stacked against it, the desire to thrive can find a way. When a person comes to therapy, they are choosing to find their own way to grow, no matter where they’ve been planted. One of the tools of plants are tendrils; those delicate, sensitive shoots of courage that reach out for support and connection. With some nurturance and guidance, we here at Tendril Therapy welcome you to break the barriers of what seems improbable, to grow, to thrive, to climb.
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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.
Tara Nimry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Del Mar, CA 92014
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! My name is Tara Nimry and I'm a POC (Asian Pacific Islander), Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in working with adults & children experiencing symptoms of distress due to complex trauma, life transitions, pregnancy/postpartum anxiety/depression, & relationship/family issues. I have a positive diversity mindset and have worked alongside humans with various racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. I am a LGBTQIA+ Ally and believe in social inclusion of gender and sexual diversity. My clients have said I'm non-judgmental, positive, practical, compassionate, humorous, and down-to-earth during our work together.
Hi! My name is Tara Nimry and I'm a POC (Asian Pacific Islander), Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in working with adults & children experiencing symptoms of distress due to complex trauma, life transitions, pregnancy/postpartum anxiety/depression, & relationship/family issues. I have a positive diversity mindset and have worked alongside humans with various racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. I am a LGBTQIA+ Ally and believe in social inclusion of gender and sexual diversity. My clients have said I'm non-judgmental, positive, practical, compassionate, humorous, and down-to-earth during our work together.
Mannya Sharma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
Hi there, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 8 years of experience in the field. I am passionate about providing empathic and unconditional support to individuals, couples, and families while treating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and life transitions. I am committed to creating a safe and inclusive space for all clients, and I tailor my approach to meet each individual's unique needs and goals. Whether you are seeking support for a specific challenge or simply seeking personal growth, I am here to listen and guide you toward healing & wellbeing.
Hi there, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 8 years of experience in the field. I am passionate about providing empathic and unconditional support to individuals, couples, and families while treating a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and life transitions. I am committed to creating a safe and inclusive space for all clients, and I tailor my approach to meet each individual's unique needs and goals. Whether you are seeking support for a specific challenge or simply seeking personal growth, I am here to listen and guide you toward healing & wellbeing.
Keesha Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
Becoming a parent, going through pregnancy and childbirth or loss will impact your relationships (with others and yourself) in ways you never imagined. And lets not talk about parenting and the incredible difficulty involved with being responsible for other small humans. You will stand in the mirror and the person staring back at you is unfamiliar. You are irritable, tired and on edge all of the time. Your self esteem is low and you are feeling guilt and worry almost all the time. It all seems impossible and no one truly understands. You are not alone. Not alone in the pain. And you don't have to be alone in the healing.
Becoming a parent, going through pregnancy and childbirth or loss will impact your relationships (with others and yourself) in ways you never imagined. And lets not talk about parenting and the incredible difficulty involved with being responsible for other small humans. You will stand in the mirror and the person staring back at you is unfamiliar. You are irritable, tired and on edge all of the time. Your self esteem is low and you are feeling guilt and worry almost all the time. It all seems impossible and no one truly understands. You are not alone. Not alone in the pain. And you don't have to be alone in the healing.
Hello, my name is Tanya. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and I'm passionate about helping ambitious, highly sensitive women learn how to stop saying "yes" when they mean "no", set boundaries in a loving, aligned way, claim their true desires, voice, self-expression, and step into their own leadership. My practice focuses on supporting women like you through struggles with saying "no" in certain situations, feeling like there are "ghosts from the past" cluttering your mind & life, anxiety, trouble living out your dreams & making decisions and choices that align with your values, i.e. living your truth.
Hello, my name is Tanya. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and I'm passionate about helping ambitious, highly sensitive women learn how to stop saying "yes" when they mean "no", set boundaries in a loving, aligned way, claim their true desires, voice, self-expression, and step into their own leadership. My practice focuses on supporting women like you through struggles with saying "no" in certain situations, feeling like there are "ghosts from the past" cluttering your mind & life, anxiety, trouble living out your dreams & making decisions and choices that align with your values, i.e. living your truth.
Courtney Muir
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
You’ve been working hard and pushing through the instability and frustrations of a global pandemic for years now. Maybe you’ve even recognized the value of mental health, attempted to set boundaries at work, or added self-care tasks to your to-do list. From the outside, so much in your life seems to be going “right” but deep down you’re exhausted. Your efforts to leave work at work and to listen to a meditation app in the morning aren’t cutting it. You just aren’t happy and you’re not sure why. You may have even been to therapy before and learned some decent strategies, but didn’t get the deep results you were hoping for. I can help
You’ve been working hard and pushing through the instability and frustrations of a global pandemic for years now. Maybe you’ve even recognized the value of mental health, attempted to set boundaries at work, or added self-care tasks to your to-do list. From the outside, so much in your life seems to be going “right” but deep down you’re exhausted. Your efforts to leave work at work and to listen to a meditation app in the morning aren’t cutting it. You just aren’t happy and you’re not sure why. You may have even been to therapy before and learned some decent strategies, but didn’t get the deep results you were hoping for. I can help
Laura Michelle Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
Laura is a first-generation, first-born, bi-racial (Korean-Salvadorian) Licensed Clinical Social Worker and offers expert, culturally responsive care focused on recovery. In her practice she works with adults and families navigating life changes, mental health challenges, societal injustices, and those aiming to end their intergenerational trauma. With certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Enhanced Illness Management and Recovery, she specializes in addressing trauma, complex-trauma, racial trauma, and stress-related issues, as well as anxiety, depression, and grief.
Laura is a first-generation, first-born, bi-racial (Korean-Salvadorian) Licensed Clinical Social Worker and offers expert, culturally responsive care focused on recovery. In her practice she works with adults and families navigating life changes, mental health challenges, societal injustices, and those aiming to end their intergenerational trauma. With certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Enhanced Illness Management and Recovery, she specializes in addressing trauma, complex-trauma, racial trauma, and stress-related issues, as well as anxiety, depression, and grief.
Yessenia Aguirre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
I believe that tending to your wounds shouldn't happen in isolation and that healing is a responsibility, but not one you should bear alone. I have witnessed that true growth begins when you show up as you are (flaws, strengths, and all) and you allow yourself to be seen, heard, and cared for. A lot of my experience is in trauma and parenting. These two topics can bring up so much! And they require a willingness to be vulnerable and transparent, but never at the expense of your wellbeing.
I believe that tending to your wounds shouldn't happen in isolation and that healing is a responsibility, but not one you should bear alone. I have witnessed that true growth begins when you show up as you are (flaws, strengths, and all) and you allow yourself to be seen, heard, and cared for. A lot of my experience is in trauma and parenting. These two topics can bring up so much! And they require a willingness to be vulnerable and transparent, but never at the expense of your wellbeing.
Allie Kauffmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm glad you've found your way here. My name is Allie Kauffmann and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with eating disorders, body image distress, anxiety, and depression. I'm passionate about supporting clients in gaining insight about their emotions and learning how to use these emotions to guide them towards living in alignment with their values to be their most authentic self. If you've ever felt "overly sensitive," overwhelmed by your emotions, or "too much," I'm excited to help you embrace your sensitivity and rich emotional life.
Hi, I'm glad you've found your way here. My name is Allie Kauffmann and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with eating disorders, body image distress, anxiety, and depression. I'm passionate about supporting clients in gaining insight about their emotions and learning how to use these emotions to guide them towards living in alignment with their values to be their most authentic self. If you've ever felt "overly sensitive," overwhelmed by your emotions, or "too much," I'm excited to help you embrace your sensitivity and rich emotional life.
Rahmona M. Reyes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
“I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story”. I utilize a variety of approaches depending on your needs, I tend to use positive psychology, along with strength based coping skills that can enhance the ability to manage your symptoms, life events, and improve your overall quality of life. I like to utilize eclectic or multi-modality approaches as I find it to be most comprehensive and appropriate for meeting different needs based on your symptoms and stage in therapy. My most commonly used approaches are Solution Focused, Strength Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and DBT.
“I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story”. I utilize a variety of approaches depending on your needs, I tend to use positive psychology, along with strength based coping skills that can enhance the ability to manage your symptoms, life events, and improve your overall quality of life. I like to utilize eclectic or multi-modality approaches as I find it to be most comprehensive and appropriate for meeting different needs based on your symptoms and stage in therapy. My most commonly used approaches are Solution Focused, Strength Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and DBT.
Success in therapy comes from an awareness that one is ready to change, followed by the desire to find help to do so. I have the ability to create a safe, confidential environment for you, where we can explore the issues that may be causing you distress. I can help you identify the ways of coping that may not be working for you, and learn more helpful patterns of thinking and behavior. We will focus on confidence, self-esteem and lasting skills to attain a wider range of self-expression and satisfaction with your life and relationships.
Success in therapy comes from an awareness that one is ready to change, followed by the desire to find help to do so. I have the ability to create a safe, confidential environment for you, where we can explore the issues that may be causing you distress. I can help you identify the ways of coping that may not be working for you, and learn more helpful patterns of thinking and behavior. We will focus on confidence, self-esteem and lasting skills to attain a wider range of self-expression and satisfaction with your life and relationships.
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How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.