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Kelli Lane Redfield
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
Do you choose the path less traveled? Are you a creative or an artist that is trying to fit into a world that was not made for you? Maybe you are a free-spirit and it feels like forces are tethering you down. Life can be difficult when you do not fit into a mold. You don’t have to navigate pain, relational issues, parent/child dynamics, and broken systems alone. Let's decrease the anxiety of life together.
Do you choose the path less traveled? Are you a creative or an artist that is trying to fit into a world that was not made for you? Maybe you are a free-spirit and it feels like forces are tethering you down. Life can be difficult when you do not fit into a mold. You don’t have to navigate pain, relational issues, parent/child dynamics, and broken systems alone. Let's decrease the anxiety of life together.
(760) 280-1879 View (760) 280-1879
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Rachyl Nyoka
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92129  (Online Only)
My approach is compassionate, relational, and direct.
Healing is not linear! And sometimes we need to give ourselves permission to heal from the same things more than once. Since we're always learning and growing, it's necessary to stop and ask ourselves at times if we agree with what we've learned and carried. Whether struggling to cope with a changing world, finding difficulty navigating your relationships, or specific concerns like anxiety, depression, or unresolved traumas, I'll encourage and support you as you commit to exploring and challenging your own attitudes, ideas, stories, and beliefs.
My approach is compassionate, relational, and direct.
Healing is not linear! And sometimes we need to give ourselves permission to heal from the same things more than once. Since we're always learning and growing, it's necessary to stop and ask ourselves at times if we agree with what we've learned and carried. Whether struggling to cope with a changing world, finding difficulty navigating your relationships, or specific concerns like anxiety, depression, or unresolved traumas, I'll encourage and support you as you commit to exploring and challenging your own attitudes, ideas, stories, and beliefs.
(619) 492-2232 View (619) 492-2232
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Dr. Danielle Parker
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
My treatment style includes a mix of play, art, music, CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and relational therapy.
Asking for help is one of the most difficult things to do for yourself or your child. You've taken the first step, so let us help you with the next. My goal is to provide a safe space and build strong therapeutic alliances with all of my clients. I promise to make each treatment plan unique to you in order to fully capture your individual needs and facilitate lasting change. My therapy dog, Bowlby, may greet you at the door and is present to provide comfort and cuddles.
My treatment style includes a mix of play, art, music, CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and relational therapy.
Asking for help is one of the most difficult things to do for yourself or your child. You've taken the first step, so let us help you with the next. My goal is to provide a safe space and build strong therapeutic alliances with all of my clients. I promise to make each treatment plan unique to you in order to fully capture your individual needs and facilitate lasting change. My therapy dog, Bowlby, may greet you at the door and is present to provide comfort and cuddles.
(760) 407-3102 View (760) 407-3102
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Tatiana Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92027  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience in dealing with a wide range of clinical and relational problems.
I have experience working with a wide range of issues and I truly believe in the healing power of therapy. My areas of specialty include: couples therapy, first responders/law enforcement professionals, Native American/Alaska Natives, LGBTQ+, high-conflict couples, trauma, depression, grief and loss, child and teen therapy and many other life transition problems. I approach each client with warmth and understanding and I am proactive in helping to create change. I love my work and am passionate about investing in people and relationships. I look forward to the opportunity to be of service to you.
I have experience in dealing with a wide range of clinical and relational problems.
I have experience working with a wide range of issues and I truly believe in the healing power of therapy. My areas of specialty include: couples therapy, first responders/law enforcement professionals, Native American/Alaska Natives, LGBTQ+, high-conflict couples, trauma, depression, grief and loss, child and teen therapy and many other life transition problems. I approach each client with warmth and understanding and I am proactive in helping to create change. I love my work and am passionate about investing in people and relationships. I look forward to the opportunity to be of service to you.
(760) 517-1030 View (760) 517-1030
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Samuel A. Newman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101
I believe that our lives are a mixture of physical, environmental, relational, psychological, and spiritual elements so my treatment approach looks at how these factors affect your life.
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.
I believe that our lives are a mixture of physical, environmental, relational, psychological, and spiritual elements so my treatment approach looks at how these factors affect your life.
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.
(619) 320-4249 View (619) 320-4249
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Michelle Marie Kilcoyne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPH, CMP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Spring Valley, CA 91978
The somatic/relational modalities I incorporate - Natural Processing (somatic EMDR), NeuroAffective Touch, Gestalt Practice - are effective in addressing relational/attachment issues, transitions, anxiety, panic, depression, grief, PTSD, complex PTSD & integration of peak experiences.
I offer presence, kindness, lots of time and space, and some great tools to support your organism's natural impulse to return to a balanced state. Often that rebalancing has been trying to happen for a while, but the conditions haven't been quite right. I'm here to support you in listening deeply to your inner wisdom (body, mind, heart, soul, energy field) and support you in finding a sense of capacity and presence and joy in your life.
The somatic/relational modalities I incorporate - Natural Processing (somatic EMDR), NeuroAffective Touch, Gestalt Practice - are effective in addressing relational/attachment issues, transitions, anxiety, panic, depression, grief, PTSD, complex PTSD & integration of peak experiences.
I offer presence, kindness, lots of time and space, and some great tools to support your organism's natural impulse to return to a balanced state. Often that rebalancing has been trying to happen for a while, but the conditions haven't been quite right. I'm here to support you in listening deeply to your inner wisdom (body, mind, heart, soul, energy field) and support you in finding a sense of capacity and presence and joy in your life.
(805) 919-8671 View (805) 919-8671
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Hilda Loza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CBT, SEP
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92025
I offer psychotherapy to individuals who are faced with a variety of concerns. My role is to provide a therapeutic presence through a safe environment to promote healthy self-expression which is important to beginning life’s mind and body journey. Being bilingual and culturally sensitive, I am aware of the personal, relational, and spiritual needs of the individual. I nurture strengths and am committed to facilitating personal growth, no matter how small the step is to get there.
I offer psychotherapy to individuals who are faced with a variety of concerns. My role is to provide a therapeutic presence through a safe environment to promote healthy self-expression which is important to beginning life’s mind and body journey. Being bilingual and culturally sensitive, I am aware of the personal, relational, and spiritual needs of the individual. I nurture strengths and am committed to facilitating personal growth, no matter how small the step is to get there.
(760) 546-9408 View (760) 546-9408
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Nesreen Alsoraimi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Poway, CA 92064  (Online Only)
At the core of healing and growth is a solid and caring relationship with oneself and others. I aim to foster this while addressing your specific needs. I honor each individual I meet with and take a uniquely tailored and collaborative approach to therapy. Pursuing your goals with creativity, compassion and humor can help make the "work" of therapy flow more naturally and comfortably. I can help you gain insight in addressing various aspects of your individualized healing process holistically, which may include expressive art therapy, nature therapy, relational-cultural therapy as well as more traditional approaches.
At the core of healing and growth is a solid and caring relationship with oneself and others. I aim to foster this while addressing your specific needs. I honor each individual I meet with and take a uniquely tailored and collaborative approach to therapy. Pursuing your goals with creativity, compassion and humor can help make the "work" of therapy flow more naturally and comfortably. I can help you gain insight in addressing various aspects of your individualized healing process holistically, which may include expressive art therapy, nature therapy, relational-cultural therapy as well as more traditional approaches.
(858) 212-0929 View (858) 212-0929
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Kristin Calabria
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92109
Hi! I'm Kristin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist . I have a strong interest in helping people who have lived through or are experiencing trauma. I have extensive experience with PTSD, depression, anxiety, relational issues, active duty military, transition out of military service, LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity, the first generation/immigrant experience, acculturation, “third culture” identity, and navigating systemic oppression.
Hi! I'm Kristin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist . I have a strong interest in helping people who have lived through or are experiencing trauma. I have extensive experience with PTSD, depression, anxiety, relational issues, active duty military, transition out of military service, LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity, the first generation/immigrant experience, acculturation, “third culture” identity, and navigating systemic oppression.
(619) 452-1054 View (619) 452-1054
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Christie Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92122  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The therapeutic relationship can be utilized as a learning relational platform, where you engage in experiential activities and carry them out into the real world.
Hello, and welcome. You may have arrived here because you've done everything the "right way" but that hasn't led to happiness. You wonder, what do people mean when they say "go with the flow"? Or, you can't shake that feeling you've somehow missed important life milestones, and you need a little clarity. I offer warm, empathic engagement in a safe space, where we can assess your needs, comfort level and tolerance to create a plan unique to you.
The therapeutic relationship can be utilized as a learning relational platform, where you engage in experiential activities and carry them out into the real world.
Hello, and welcome. You may have arrived here because you've done everything the "right way" but that hasn't led to happiness. You wonder, what do people mean when they say "go with the flow"? Or, you can't shake that feeling you've somehow missed important life milestones, and you need a little clarity. I offer warm, empathic engagement in a safe space, where we can assess your needs, comfort level and tolerance to create a plan unique to you.
(510) 939-7329 View (510) 939-7329
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Leah Oliver
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92126  (Online Only)
I work with a diverse clientele and specialize in providing culturally responsive and identity-affirming psychotherapy. The clients I work with often identify as first-gen students, artists, performers, educators, and professionals, as well as those who have experienced trauma in relationships or who have a history of family cycles of addiction and drug use. I use a relational-psychodynamic and liberatory approach to therapy; incorporating mindfulness techniques that support you to build awareness of what is happening between your mind and body.
I work with a diverse clientele and specialize in providing culturally responsive and identity-affirming psychotherapy. The clients I work with often identify as first-gen students, artists, performers, educators, and professionals, as well as those who have experienced trauma in relationships or who have a history of family cycles of addiction and drug use. I use a relational-psychodynamic and liberatory approach to therapy; incorporating mindfulness techniques that support you to build awareness of what is happening between your mind and body.
(415) 967-6516 View (415) 967-6516
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Jaimie Velasquez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Chula Vista, CA 91909
Hi, I'm Jaimie! As a therapist, I’m passionate about helping anxious teens and young adults learn how to build up their self-esteem and overcome relational difficulties. The majority of my practice focuses on individuals struggling to maintain healthy attachments and relationships. I work from a mind-body perspective and help my clients experience relief from the anxiety and trauma that their bodies hold onto through mindful practices and effective coping skills. I understand that taking the journey of self-discovery can be uncomfortable at times, but I am here to empower and guide you through it.
Hi, I'm Jaimie! As a therapist, I’m passionate about helping anxious teens and young adults learn how to build up their self-esteem and overcome relational difficulties. The majority of my practice focuses on individuals struggling to maintain healthy attachments and relationships. I work from a mind-body perspective and help my clients experience relief from the anxiety and trauma that their bodies hold onto through mindful practices and effective coping skills. I understand that taking the journey of self-discovery can be uncomfortable at times, but I am here to empower and guide you through it.
(562) 620-7297 View (562) 620-7297
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Aerin Riegelsberger
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103  (Online Only)
I offer relational psychotherapy that incorporates somatic practices, mindfulness, parts work, creative expression, and harm reduction.
Are you struggling with overwhelm, gender identity questions, stuckness, shame, or patterns that don’t feel good? I am a trans, queer associate clinical social worker providing individual telehealth therapy to adults living in California. I partner with folks in navigating anxiety, PTSD, substance use, gender alignment, and other areas of concern. I help folks feel more at home in their bodies and aligned with their authentic self. I tend to connect most effectively with folks who are trans, queer, kinky, helping professionals, students, recent graduates, neurodivergent, artists, witchy, and/or spiritually inclined.
I offer relational psychotherapy that incorporates somatic practices, mindfulness, parts work, creative expression, and harm reduction.
Are you struggling with overwhelm, gender identity questions, stuckness, shame, or patterns that don’t feel good? I am a trans, queer associate clinical social worker providing individual telehealth therapy to adults living in California. I partner with folks in navigating anxiety, PTSD, substance use, gender alignment, and other areas of concern. I help folks feel more at home in their bodies and aligned with their authentic self. I tend to connect most effectively with folks who are trans, queer, kinky, helping professionals, students, recent graduates, neurodivergent, artists, witchy, and/or spiritually inclined.
(415) 634-3959 View (415) 634-3959
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Teresa Trout
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92102  (Online Only)
Individuals seek me out for support with: Abuse & Trauma, Chronic Illness, Depression & Anxiety, Inner Child Healing & Childhood Trauma, Loss and Grief, Relational Challenges, and Sexuality.
I'm not going to lie, personal growth and healing is hard work. But it can also be playful and (dare I say) fun. I seek to co-create a supportive safe space for your self-exploration. My approach is collaborative and rooted in the belief that you are the expert of you. In addition to talk therapy, I specialize in Expressive Arts (EXA) Therapy. EXA Therapy uses the creative arts (visual art, music, movement, writing, drama) to explore and process your lived experiences. Do not fear, you do not have to be “good” at art! This process is about what emerges during the process of creative expression and what it means to you.
Individuals seek me out for support with: Abuse & Trauma, Chronic Illness, Depression & Anxiety, Inner Child Healing & Childhood Trauma, Loss and Grief, Relational Challenges, and Sexuality.
I'm not going to lie, personal growth and healing is hard work. But it can also be playful and (dare I say) fun. I seek to co-create a supportive safe space for your self-exploration. My approach is collaborative and rooted in the belief that you are the expert of you. In addition to talk therapy, I specialize in Expressive Arts (EXA) Therapy. EXA Therapy uses the creative arts (visual art, music, movement, writing, drama) to explore and process your lived experiences. Do not fear, you do not have to be “good” at art! This process is about what emerges during the process of creative expression and what it means to you.
(510) 824-8384 View (510) 824-8384
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Grow Through Life Counseling Sorrento Valley
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Sorrento Valley, CA and via Telehealth in CA. We have immediate openings and are accepting new clients. Our Mission is to provide quality counseling for all ages throughout life. We provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care for all children, teens, adults, couples and families. We respect each family member's unique identities, perspectives and experiences in life. With effective and creative psychotherapeutic interventions, we support emotional growth and development during various stages of life to be healthier.
Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Sorrento Valley, CA and via Telehealth in CA. We have immediate openings and are accepting new clients. Our Mission is to provide quality counseling for all ages throughout life. We provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care for all children, teens, adults, couples and families. We respect each family member's unique identities, perspectives and experiences in life. With effective and creative psychotherapeutic interventions, we support emotional growth and development during various stages of life to be healthier.
(858) 780-4763 View (858) 780-4763
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Stacey D Downing
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, Coach
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130  (Online Only)
We are here to thrive, not just survive. As a licensed therapist, Shamanic practitioner and former bodyworker, I am here to help the soul searchers, truth seekers, and those on a quest to rediscover their authentic selves towards overall health and healing. I will support you on your journey to shed the layers of fear, shame, trauma and pain. I will help you on your spiritual or self healing journey, providing additional support as you encounter life's challenges. When the walls come down, and the truth of the authentic self begins to emerge, it may be difficult, but we will move through it together. We will identify triggers and blockages, and look into things such as unhealthy attachments, cognitive distortions (negative thoughts) and “less than healthy” belief systems. It doesn’t matter whether they came from trauma in childhood, abuse, unhealthy relationships, grief or loss, I am here to help. By identifying, processing, and releasing that which no longer serves you will allow the true healing to finally begin and set your feet on the path you were meant to walk.
We are here to thrive, not just survive. As a licensed therapist, Shamanic practitioner and former bodyworker, I am here to help the soul searchers, truth seekers, and those on a quest to rediscover their authentic selves towards overall health and healing. I will support you on your journey to shed the layers of fear, shame, trauma and pain. I will help you on your spiritual or self healing journey, providing additional support as you encounter life's challenges. When the walls come down, and the truth of the authentic self begins to emerge, it may be difficult, but we will move through it together. We will identify triggers and blockages, and look into things such as unhealthy attachments, cognitive distortions (negative thoughts) and “less than healthy” belief systems. It doesn’t matter whether they came from trauma in childhood, abuse, unhealthy relationships, grief or loss, I am here to help. By identifying, processing, and releasing that which no longer serves you will allow the true healing to finally begin and set your feet on the path you were meant to walk.
(858) 251-1074 View (858) 251-1074
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Kristine M Chadsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104
Eyes Forward. Heart Open. As a holistic and integrative psychotherapist, my passion is towards empowering others to tune into their natural well being and align with the fuller version of themselves. Everyone has the ability to connect and harmonize with their true self, gain greater clarity and understanding of their higher purpose, and move into more joyful and satisfying lives. I utilize meditation, mindfulness, visualization, and expressive modalities to access greater self-awareness.
Eyes Forward. Heart Open. As a holistic and integrative psychotherapist, my passion is towards empowering others to tune into their natural well being and align with the fuller version of themselves. Everyone has the ability to connect and harmonize with their true self, gain greater clarity and understanding of their higher purpose, and move into more joyful and satisfying lives. I utilize meditation, mindfulness, visualization, and expressive modalities to access greater self-awareness.
(858) 924-0385 View (858) 924-0385
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Claudia Goedde
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Oceanside, CA 92054  (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed, not knowing how to balance your life and inner longings? Maybe you have resorted to coping skills that are no longer working or are even harming you. And maybe you are dreaming of getting your Self back by finding more meaning, purpose, and joy in your life. Sometimes a little outside guidance can shift our perspective and we can learn effective tools to help us thrive again. I love to help with: Anxiety disorders (including emetophobia), relationship solutions, women's issues, pre/postnatal concerns, women's health, peri/menopause, and parenting solutions.
Do you feel overwhelmed, not knowing how to balance your life and inner longings? Maybe you have resorted to coping skills that are no longer working or are even harming you. And maybe you are dreaming of getting your Self back by finding more meaning, purpose, and joy in your life. Sometimes a little outside guidance can shift our perspective and we can learn effective tools to help us thrive again. I love to help with: Anxiety disorders (including emetophobia), relationship solutions, women's issues, pre/postnatal concerns, women's health, peri/menopause, and parenting solutions.
(760) 383-1985 View (760) 383-1985
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Jose Cherbowsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92121
In therapeutic processes, counselors and patients are challenged to create a platform that encourages change and enhances the quality of life. Counseling is a unique opportunity to build an "internal kaleidoscope" that helps us see and understand life in multiple ways. . I offer bilingual (English/Spanish) services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. The techniques I use include a combination of theoretical perspectives such as psychoanalytic, existentialist, and expressive art therapy. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist .Certification: Expressive Arts Therapy (UCSD) Training: Group Psychotherapist (AMPAG) . I look forward to working with you.!
In therapeutic processes, counselors and patients are challenged to create a platform that encourages change and enhances the quality of life. Counseling is a unique opportunity to build an "internal kaleidoscope" that helps us see and understand life in multiple ways. . I offer bilingual (English/Spanish) services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. The techniques I use include a combination of theoretical perspectives such as psychoanalytic, existentialist, and expressive art therapy. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist .Certification: Expressive Arts Therapy (UCSD) Training: Group Psychotherapist (AMPAG) . I look forward to working with you.!
(760) 600-5580 View (760) 600-5580
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Bethany Minick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Cajon, CA 92021
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, and thanks for visiting! My name is Bethany! I have an appreciation for culture, arts, music and outdoor activities! I can be described as easy-going and understanding. I believe that it is important to take the time needed to explore one's process for personal growth. We all need a break sometimes! Sometimes we need a break from work, others or even ourselves. My goal is to help support you on your path to well-being! I am able to support: Depression, Anxiety, Loneliness, Grief, Trauma, Personal/ Interpersonal processing, Couples, Caregivers and more.
Hi, and thanks for visiting! My name is Bethany! I have an appreciation for culture, arts, music and outdoor activities! I can be described as easy-going and understanding. I believe that it is important to take the time needed to explore one's process for personal growth. We all need a break sometimes! Sometimes we need a break from work, others or even ourselves. My goal is to help support you on your path to well-being! I am able to support: Depression, Anxiety, Loneliness, Grief, Trauma, Personal/ Interpersonal processing, Couples, Caregivers and more.
(619) 452-3857 View (619) 452-3857
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Relational Therapists

How does relational therapy work?

Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.

Is relational therapy evidence-based?

Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.

How long are people typically in relational therapy?

Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.

Does relational therapy work?

While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.