Female Therapists in Downtown, San Diego, CA

Change is hard, not having the tools, direction, and support make the process even harder. I can help you identify areas that may be keeping you stuck. I also provide wellness and behavioral health coaching in addition to traditional therapy.

My psychotherapy style is characterized by empathy, rationality, and a relational focus. I emphasize the examination of feelings and thoughts by addressing stuck patterns and engaging in collaborative exploration with clients to facilitate behavioral changes. Additionally, I believe in the individual's capacity for change and trust that they possess answers within themselves. My approach is culturally sensitive, recognizing and acknowledging the cultural background of my clients. This inclusivity guides me in adopting strategies that are both sensitive and effective in meeting the unique needs of each individual.

Imagine you wake up tomorrow and you’re one step closer to changing your experience of anxiety - what would you first notice? Our work together is rooted in the small and manageable steps that get you closer to what is you want to see be different in your life, or the outcome you want and deserve. Once you learn how your anxiety works (it’s freaking sneaky), plus gain the skills to know what to do when worry pops up, you can finally face what has seemed so scary and overwhelming.

I am absolutely crazy about helping humans access their full potential. I believe it is my dharma – or my sacred calling. I believe that each human being has a divine purpose. I believe that separation from this purpose is the source of much of our suffering. I see my role as a trusted companion on your journey back to this divine purpose - back to your authentic Self. In our work together, I invite you to reclaim sovereignty over your mental health through a process of radical acceptance.

My therapeutic approach gives clients a space to work through their healing journey and learn how to have healthy relationships. It is important that I provide a safe space for clients to express their feelings, unpack life experiences that currently impact them, and learn effective ways of managing their emotions. My life and educational background allow me to have a level of insight that makes me well-versed in therapy and more relatable to my clients. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Solution-Focused theoretical models with a compassionate approach to help my clients work toward their desired goals.

Is there an aspect of your career, relationships, or identity that needs sorting out? Are you struggling to make decisions as you prepare to take the next step in your life? Maybe you are feeling anxious or depressed and having difficulty managing stress. I'm here to help. I currently specialize in working with individuals and couples who have struggles with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, difficulty managing stress, life adjustment, trauma, grief and loss, and familial conflict. I utilize a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive approach to help you in your journey toward growth and healing.

Being in poly/ENM relationships can be incredibly healing. But, come to find out, healing is hard work! Sharing your loved one with other romantic interests can bring up a shit load of feelings and touch on our deepest attachment wounds. While you may be totally committed to ENM in your brain, your heart is throwing an adult sized temper tantrum and screaming at you to stop the pain. You feel stuck in a loop made of big, uncomfortable feels and unresolved conflict. You're anxious, jealous, scared, and exhausted. You want nothing more than to get out of the cycle and find the connection that brought y’all together in the first place.

I am Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and believe that the way we talk to ourselves will determine how we feel and act. I want to know what you believe about yourself and how you feel about others and help you adjust your unhealthy thinking and replace your unhealthy acting out behaviors. With that, it is important to know your story and how your early life influenced these thoughts and beliefs, so I also use psychodynamic. I explore the unresolved issues that have contributed to unhealthy relationship patterns, self-destructive behaviors and poor self-worth so that the wounds of the past can be healed.

Welcome to Whole Integration Therapy! I'm Emily Walton, and I am a Licensed Clinicial Professional Counselor (LPCC). I work from a Relational approach to understand how your past is impacting your present. Working together, we can try new ways of relating in a safe and confidential space. While it is beneficial to work beyond the past, we must first know what we are working with. Once known, we move into targeted skills that focus on boundary development, interpersonal skills, communication, challenging unhelpful thoughts, self esteem/self concept/self identity, secure attachment within the therapeutic relationship.

Is your inner critic getting you down or in the way? That's exhausting and can get in the way of feeling like you can't be yourself or fully understood in your relationships. Struggling with intimacy, sexual dysfunction or relationship concerns? Sex and intimacy can be difficult to discuss and can result in patterns of pressure and rejection. Are you looking to improve your sex life or another sexual issue? Individual or couple's therapy are both options to discuss sexuality and relationship issues.

My goal is to support you in gaining self-awareness and empower you towards healing in efforts to advance your emotional well-being. I utilize a variety of approaches to help you understand how your past affects who you are today while instilling hope for your future. I hope to make you feel safe, comfortable and heard throughout your therapeutic journey by providing a non-judgmental space to accomplish your individual goals.

Yasmin Sadik offers customized problem-solving techniques to help you in the shortest amount of time possible. She will discuss with you unresolved trauma and present challenges that could be leading to anxiety, depression and relationship issues.

Maybe this is a starting point for you and you are new to therapy, or recommitting to therapy after a break. Perhaps mental health issues (like depression or anxiety) were not discussed in the family or community in which you grew up, or you have had difficulty reaching out for help for other reasons. Sometimes what holds us back from seeking help is self judgment (‘I should be able to handle this’), or fear that things won’t improve. You are certainly not alone, help is available, and change is possible.

I strive to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their resilience and inner strengths through my counseling services. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. I provide a nurturing space while also providing “carefrontation,” a compassionate way to challenge negative beliefs that hinder your growth.

I have worked in the mental health and social services field for over 13 years. My time working with clients has taught me about the power of relationships and connection. In therapy, I take a trauma-informed, Strengths-Based approach utilizing different therapeutic modalities.

I believe everyone has the right to mental health services and to get help. If you are seeking to make a change in your life, process feelings or traumas, get support through hard times, or even just better manage day-to-day stressors then look no further! I am here to help support you through these tough times and collaboratively work to meet your goals.

I utilize body-based techniques with traditional talk therapy to approach emotional obstacles from multiple angles. I work in a collaborative, strengths-based approach where clients can explore all parts of themselves. I assist clients in accessing inner resilience and clarifying personal values to live a meaningful life. People of all genders, sexualities, and relationship types are celebrated here.

I approach people with the belief that they are more than their pain, and want more than just an end to the suffering in their life. People want to lead meaningful lives. I view the relationship as the primary vehicle for helping clients feel accepted, cared for, and ultimately, open to change. My approach is genuine, compassionate, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I aim to provide culturally sensitive, trauma informed therapy, honoring your strengths, experiences, and intersecting identities. My goal is to help you to live a life that feels rich and meaningful to you.

My belief is that our pain and dysfunction is rooted in both experiences that have happened to us as well as external experiences - such as systemic, generational, and contextual factors weaved throughout each person’s story. As your therapist, we will explore both your current crises as well as past experiences that contribute to prolonged and chronic suffering. I also consider collateral care alongside your treatment essential - I want to be connected with your team in your healing journey to give you the best, most well-rounded care.