Couples Counseling Therapists in Downtown, San Diego, CA
Leavitt Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or other mental health diagnoses, our skilled professionals are here to guide you through the healing process.
At Leavitt Marriage and Family Therapy, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health care. Our group practice is comprised of a diverse team of therapists, psychologists, and social workers who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our clients. With practitioners from various cultural backgrounds and fluency in multiple languages, we are uniquely equipped to connect with and support individuals from all walks of life. We accept most major California insurances, making our services accessible to those who need them.
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or other mental health diagnoses, our skilled professionals are here to guide you through the healing process.
At Leavitt Marriage and Family Therapy, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health care. Our group practice is comprised of a diverse team of therapists, psychologists, and social workers who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our clients. With practitioners from various cultural backgrounds and fluency in multiple languages, we are uniquely equipped to connect with and support individuals from all walks of life. We accept most major California insurances, making our services accessible to those who need them.
CopeHouse Collective
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
We work with individuals and couples on issues of attachment, trauma, non-monogamy, spirituality, security, the LGBTQ+ community, body image, life transitions, and more.
We are a group psychotherapy practice offering Telehealth therapy for California residents. Our team is made up of Licensed and Registered Associate Therapists with a variety of different specialties, training, strengths, styles, and identities.
We work with individuals and couples on issues of attachment, trauma, non-monogamy, spirituality, security, the LGBTQ+ community, body image, life transitions, and more.
We are a group psychotherapy practice offering Telehealth therapy for California residents. Our team is made up of Licensed and Registered Associate Therapists with a variety of different specialties, training, strengths, styles, and identities.
Joan Cantor Backer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
I work with women of all ages, men , couples.
Joan Cantor Backer, LMFT,I am committed to helping others gain an understanding and acceptance of temselves; realize their full potential, and achieve their goals. I specialize in treating individuals , couples, women, and parenting.
I work with women of all ages, men , couples.
Joan Cantor Backer, LMFT,I am committed to helping others gain an understanding and acceptance of temselves; realize their full potential, and achieve their goals. I specialize in treating individuals , couples, women, and parenting.
My goal is to help you understand and address the underlying issues that are causing problems in your relationship so that you can create a more satisfying and fulfilling connection with your partner.
I work with all clients who are willing and able to work on their relationships, whether that be a relationship with themselves or with a family member or significant other. I am most comfortable treating couples who are struggling with communication, conflict resolution, intimacy, and trust. I also work with individuals who are struggling with issues such as sex, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. I believe that everyone has the potential for healthy relationships, and I am committed to helping my clients reach their full potential.
My goal is to help you understand and address the underlying issues that are causing problems in your relationship so that you can create a more satisfying and fulfilling connection with your partner.
I work with all clients who are willing and able to work on their relationships, whether that be a relationship with themselves or with a family member or significant other. I am most comfortable treating couples who are struggling with communication, conflict resolution, intimacy, and trust. I also work with individuals who are struggling with issues such as sex, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. I believe that everyone has the potential for healthy relationships, and I am committed to helping my clients reach their full potential.
I offer guidance and resources to address various challenges, from mental health issues to relationship problems.
Are you feeling hopeless, stuck, fearful, or uncomfortable in your skin or relationships? While pain is an unavoidable part of life, I’m here to help you carry that burden as we work towards finding solutions. My aim is to create a non-judgmental space where you will be unconditionally supported as we navigate your concerns and fears together. I believe you are the expert on your life. My role is to bring my therapeutic expertise to collaborate with you in finding the relief and balance you seek. There's no one-size-fits-all solution, so we’ll work together to find what works specifically for you.
I offer guidance and resources to address various challenges, from mental health issues to relationship problems.
Are you feeling hopeless, stuck, fearful, or uncomfortable in your skin or relationships? While pain is an unavoidable part of life, I’m here to help you carry that burden as we work towards finding solutions. My aim is to create a non-judgmental space where you will be unconditionally supported as we navigate your concerns and fears together. I believe you are the expert on your life. My role is to bring my therapeutic expertise to collaborate with you in finding the relief and balance you seek. There's no one-size-fits-all solution, so we’ll work together to find what works specifically for you.
Kathryn Krane
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
I love helping couples learn new ways to listen and to respond to one another.
Do you feel like you and your partner are stuck in a place where you are misunderstood, out of synch, and angry- no matter how hard and how sincerely you try to connect? Does a part of you want to make positive choices and life improvements while another part of you feels stuck in pursuing activities that make you feel ashamed, lost, or numb? Or do you feel like the ways that you have coped for most of your life are no longer working or are getting in the way of you moving forward, but you aren’t sure how to change? This can feel so frustrating and confusing- you may not even feel like you can describe what it’s like for you!
I love helping couples learn new ways to listen and to respond to one another.
Do you feel like you and your partner are stuck in a place where you are misunderstood, out of synch, and angry- no matter how hard and how sincerely you try to connect? Does a part of you want to make positive choices and life improvements while another part of you feels stuck in pursuing activities that make you feel ashamed, lost, or numb? Or do you feel like the ways that you have coped for most of your life are no longer working or are getting in the way of you moving forward, but you aren’t sure how to change? This can feel so frustrating and confusing- you may not even feel like you can describe what it’s like for you!
Gerald Monk
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
If you want more courageous conversations about things you deeply care about with important people in your life, then I think we might work well together. I focus on accessing and tracking resiliency that people sometimes lose touch with to make change happen. I am counseling individuals, couples and families to repair trust, improve communication, and strengthen emotional intimacy. More recently I assist people with difficult transitions managing chronic health and age related challenges. I am here to support you in that journey.
If you want more courageous conversations about things you deeply care about with important people in your life, then I think we might work well together. I focus on accessing and tracking resiliency that people sometimes lose touch with to make change happen. I am counseling individuals, couples and families to repair trust, improve communication, and strengthen emotional intimacy. More recently I assist people with difficult transitions managing chronic health and age related challenges. I am here to support you in that journey.
Catherine Kidd
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
I want to help you live your best life - whatever that means to you! I have experience helping people who have experienced trauma, grief, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, and anxiety. I conduct sessions in both English and Spanish and love assisting clients from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences. I am also an experienced couples therapist who works with a diverse range of relationships dynamics and complications.
I want to help you live your best life - whatever that means to you! I have experience helping people who have experienced trauma, grief, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, and anxiety. I conduct sessions in both English and Spanish and love assisting clients from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences. I am also an experienced couples therapist who works with a diverse range of relationships dynamics and complications.
Julie Hassler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
Have ambivalence about possible separation or divorce? Not sure of the best path forward? I am a certified Discernment counselor, providing clarity and confidence to couples about a direction, based on a deeper understanding of their relationship and its possibilities for the future.
Our relationships can provide us feelings of connection and safety, and give our lives meaning and purpose. They can also bring us pain and disappointment. Is your relationship in trouble? I specialize with issues that can result within relationships, from premarital to divorce, as well as blended family concerns. Whether communication issues, unresolvable conflict, infidelity/affair, addiction, abuse or mental health issues have affected your connection and attunement, I can give you the tools to turn things around in the present and the techniques to provide consistent connection in the future.
Have ambivalence about possible separation or divorce? Not sure of the best path forward? I am a certified Discernment counselor, providing clarity and confidence to couples about a direction, based on a deeper understanding of their relationship and its possibilities for the future.
Our relationships can provide us feelings of connection and safety, and give our lives meaning and purpose. They can also bring us pain and disappointment. Is your relationship in trouble? I specialize with issues that can result within relationships, from premarital to divorce, as well as blended family concerns. Whether communication issues, unresolvable conflict, infidelity/affair, addiction, abuse or mental health issues have affected your connection and attunement, I can give you the tools to turn things around in the present and the techniques to provide consistent connection in the future.
Natalie Merlino
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
The desire for healing is a natural part of the human experience that is felt at all stages of life. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to share your story with your unique goals and needs in mind. Through an integrative yet family systems-oriented approach to treatment, I am passionate about serving as a fellow traveler on your journey towards growth. My therapeutic background consists of assisting children, adults, couples, and families both in person and virtually. I offer teletherapy services to adolescents, teens, adults, families, and couples while being located in a confidential and quiet environment.
The desire for healing is a natural part of the human experience that is felt at all stages of life. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to share your story with your unique goals and needs in mind. Through an integrative yet family systems-oriented approach to treatment, I am passionate about serving as a fellow traveler on your journey towards growth. My therapeutic background consists of assisting children, adults, couples, and families both in person and virtually. I offer teletherapy services to adolescents, teens, adults, families, and couples while being located in a confidential and quiet environment.
Ana Wheeler
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, Ana, Wheeler, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
I also have experience working with couples on communication and conflict resolution.
If you are dealing with persistent anxiety, depression, disordered eating or body dysmorphia, low self-esteem, or conflict in your relationships, then you know what it means to struggle with your mental health. It's heavy, pervasive in its impact on your quality of life, and it can be difficult to navigate alone. Or maybe you're not alone, but the people around you don't seem to understand or know how to help? I believe these experiences in my own life shaped my understanding and ability to extend empathy and compassion to others dealing with similar issues. Having someone else to walk through it with you can be so helpful!
I also have experience working with couples on communication and conflict resolution.
If you are dealing with persistent anxiety, depression, disordered eating or body dysmorphia, low self-esteem, or conflict in your relationships, then you know what it means to struggle with your mental health. It's heavy, pervasive in its impact on your quality of life, and it can be difficult to navigate alone. Or maybe you're not alone, but the people around you don't seem to understand or know how to help? I believe these experiences in my own life shaped my understanding and ability to extend empathy and compassion to others dealing with similar issues. Having someone else to walk through it with you can be so helpful!
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
I value the therapeutic relationship and think it’s extremely important that you find a good fit and feel comfortable with your therapist.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist providing evidence-based practices. When I'm not in private practice, I'm working at UCSF Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences treating children, adolescents, and their families. Living in the Bay Area has many advantages and opportunities that motivate us to become the best, most successful version of ourselves. At times, occupational and social demands can bring overwhelming amounts of stress, pressure, and anxiety. I'm currently focusing my practice for families and couples as well as young professionals and athletes who have experienced trauma and/or high stress.
I value the therapeutic relationship and think it’s extremely important that you find a good fit and feel comfortable with your therapist.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist providing evidence-based practices. When I'm not in private practice, I'm working at UCSF Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences treating children, adolescents, and their families. Living in the Bay Area has many advantages and opportunities that motivate us to become the best, most successful version of ourselves. At times, occupational and social demands can bring overwhelming amounts of stress, pressure, and anxiety. I'm currently focusing my practice for families and couples as well as young professionals and athletes who have experienced trauma and/or high stress.
John Roedel Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
Do you want greater freedom from the impact of trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use or relationship issues, so that you can start to live the connected and vibrant life you've envisioned for yourself? Have you tried plain talk therapy without much success? Many patients have experienced significant improvement from ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) after just a short course of treatment. I offer sliding-scale KAP in my practice, in partnership with Journey Clinical—an organization that has a specialized medical team that determines eligibility for KAP, prescribes the ketamine, and monitors outcomes.
Do you want greater freedom from the impact of trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use or relationship issues, so that you can start to live the connected and vibrant life you've envisioned for yourself? Have you tried plain talk therapy without much success? Many patients have experienced significant improvement from ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) after just a short course of treatment. I offer sliding-scale KAP in my practice, in partnership with Journey Clinical—an organization that has a specialized medical team that determines eligibility for KAP, prescribes the ketamine, and monitors outcomes.
Dr. John P Rogers
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PsyD, LPCC
Verified Verified
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and substance abuse.
In life's journey, issues, challenges, and hard decisions come up. Are you looking for a therapist who can help without judging, labeling, or making assumptions? As an experienced clinician, I recognize that if I am not grateful to help everyone, then I am not qualified to help anyone. I pride myself on creating a safe and supportive space to work collaboratively with my clients to overcome complex traumas, relational stressors, and barriers to their happiness and satisfaction with life.
I specialize in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and substance abuse.
In life's journey, issues, challenges, and hard decisions come up. Are you looking for a therapist who can help without judging, labeling, or making assumptions? As an experienced clinician, I recognize that if I am not grateful to help everyone, then I am not qualified to help anyone. I pride myself on creating a safe and supportive space to work collaboratively with my clients to overcome complex traumas, relational stressors, and barriers to their happiness and satisfaction with life.
Ashley Adams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Ashley, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 13 years of experience working with adults, couples and families affected by substance use disorders, trauma and acute mental health disorders. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings which include residential, outpatient, community mental health, private practice and teaching graduate students in an adjunct role.
Hi, I'm Ashley, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 13 years of experience working with adults, couples and families affected by substance use disorders, trauma and acute mental health disorders. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings which include residential, outpatient, community mental health, private practice and teaching graduate students in an adjunct role.
Monica de la Cruz Lopez Leal
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, TFCBT, Trauma
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
I graduated from Pacific Oaks College with a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy with a Specialization in Latinx Family Studies , trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy para Parejas (for couples).
Are/were you the first gen- immigrant cultural broker of your family? Have you experienced success in many aspects of your life and still feel there is a void? imposter syndrome? And/or finding it difficult connecting with your family or friends? Are you embracing your Señorx era with no guidance? Are you parenting children and are looking to break generational cycle/curses but feel lost as to how to parent in a way that is gentle and empowering? Are you and your partner arguing over the small things?
I graduated from Pacific Oaks College with a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy with a Specialization in Latinx Family Studies , trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy para Parejas (for couples).
Are/were you the first gen- immigrant cultural broker of your family? Have you experienced success in many aspects of your life and still feel there is a void? imposter syndrome? And/or finding it difficult connecting with your family or friends? Are you embracing your Señorx era with no guidance? Are you parenting children and are looking to break generational cycle/curses but feel lost as to how to parent in a way that is gentle and empowering? Are you and your partner arguing over the small things?
Cliff William Henderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples, and families with the following issues: Anxiety, Panic disorders, BIPOC, Identity, Communication Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence, Gender Identity (transgender, agender, or non-binary), Grief, Bereavement, Low motivation, Low self-esteem, and Trauma.
My name is Cliff, but I go by "Will", and I'm a therapist whose prime focus is to better an individual's life experience by embracing our current identity and achieving our set goals. All our experiences in life are valid and should be acknowledged. Through therapy we will go on the journey of processing our life experiences for the purpose of being a stronger and well-balanced individual. My goal is to provide a safe environment to begin your journey in experiencing a healthy and happy life and/or maintaining one. The goals we set together in session will also help us with our achievements in our day-to-day life.
I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples, and families with the following issues: Anxiety, Panic disorders, BIPOC, Identity, Communication Skills, Depression, Domestic Violence, Gender Identity (transgender, agender, or non-binary), Grief, Bereavement, Low motivation, Low self-esteem, and Trauma.
My name is Cliff, but I go by "Will", and I'm a therapist whose prime focus is to better an individual's life experience by embracing our current identity and achieving our set goals. All our experiences in life are valid and should be acknowledged. Through therapy we will go on the journey of processing our life experiences for the purpose of being a stronger and well-balanced individual. My goal is to provide a safe environment to begin your journey in experiencing a healthy and happy life and/or maintaining one. The goals we set together in session will also help us with our achievements in our day-to-day life.
Constance Leger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
Our practice specializes in treating individuals, couples, and families.
Are you feeling stuck in intense emotions or behavioral patterns that don’t serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to “have it all together”. I’m here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. I provide collaborative, authentic, compassionate, client-centered and non-judgmental counseling. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, identify how you can become the best version of you.
Our practice specializes in treating individuals, couples, and families.
Are you feeling stuck in intense emotions or behavioral patterns that don’t serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to “have it all together”. I’m here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. I provide collaborative, authentic, compassionate, client-centered and non-judgmental counseling. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, identify how you can become the best version of you.
Ariella Baugh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
I provide treatment from a relational psychodynamic and attachment-based framework, which focuses on connecting past relationship experiences and patterns to those in the present.
I am passionate about creating a space in therapy where clients can trust that all the parts of their story have permission to be seen and witnessed with a posture of compassion and openness. I help clients explore their internal world and woundings, past and present. My clients have unwanted symptoms popping up in life, which tend to be pain points longing to be acknowledged, listened to and acknowledged. By attending to our pain in a safe therapeutic relationship, we can begin find healing. My ultimate desire is to help clients navigate the obstacles of life that are preventing them from living as their truest and full selves.
I provide treatment from a relational psychodynamic and attachment-based framework, which focuses on connecting past relationship experiences and patterns to those in the present.
I am passionate about creating a space in therapy where clients can trust that all the parts of their story have permission to be seen and witnessed with a posture of compassion and openness. I help clients explore their internal world and woundings, past and present. My clients have unwanted symptoms popping up in life, which tend to be pain points longing to be acknowledged, listened to and acknowledged. By attending to our pain in a safe therapeutic relationship, we can begin find healing. My ultimate desire is to help clients navigate the obstacles of life that are preventing them from living as their truest and full selves.
Kate-Robin Shuart Piper
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
I take time getting to know my clients to create a safe and trusting relationship so that over time I can gently and compassionately challenge some of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you can create what you want for your life, and relationships.
Welcome - I'm Kate-Robin a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Diego California. I see clients in my office and also provide therapy to clients living throughout the state via telehealth. I specialize in helping individuals authentically express themselves in various relationships—friendships, partnerships, family, work, and community. I create a safe space to explore identities, navigate emotions, and heal inter-generational wounds, fostering deep self-awareness and more meaningful connections.
I take time getting to know my clients to create a safe and trusting relationship so that over time I can gently and compassionately challenge some of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you can create what you want for your life, and relationships.
Welcome - I'm Kate-Robin a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Diego California. I see clients in my office and also provide therapy to clients living throughout the state via telehealth. I specialize in helping individuals authentically express themselves in various relationships—friendships, partnerships, family, work, and community. I create a safe space to explore identities, navigate emotions, and heal inter-generational wounds, fostering deep self-awareness and more meaningful connections.
