Teletherapy for Downtown - San Diego, CA
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Pacific Marriage & Family Therapy Network
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
Pacific MFT Network is a group of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists. Our mission is to empower you to live the life you want. We do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to participation. Additional benefits to working with us include a unique concierge billing service and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekdays, weekends, day and evening appointments are available). We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
Pacific MFT Network is a group of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists. Our mission is to empower you to live the life you want. We do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to participation. Additional benefits to working with us include a unique concierge billing service and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekdays, weekends, day and evening appointments are available). We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
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Dr. Silva is the Chief Behavior Health Officer for San Diego based mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
Dr. Silva is the Chief Behavior Health Officer for San Diego based mental healthcare provider Fusion Care Group. Fusion Care Group is changing the way people think about and receive mental health service and support. We offer a welcoming and accepting environment where you can feel calm and comfortable while in our care. Our relaxed, modern atmosphere and our amazing, highly trained Psychologists, Psychiatrists and therapists are here for you. Our hope is to provide a place to help our clients achieve their life goals, explore life-circumstances, move through difficult life transitions.
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Maureen McCartney
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
My career has followed my passion to help women and men cope with the stressors and trauma associated with family building and new parenthood. I bring extensive experience to my practice, with more than 15 years of counseling experience and specialized postgraduate training in fertility counseling. In addition, I am certified in Perinatal Mental Health, focusing on postpartum anxiety, depression, and other perinatal stressors. I work with many couples to help them regain their connection and strength on their path to building their family as well as adjust to their new identity as parents.
My career has followed my passion to help women and men cope with the stressors and trauma associated with family building and new parenthood. I bring extensive experience to my practice, with more than 15 years of counseling experience and specialized postgraduate training in fertility counseling. In addition, I am certified in Perinatal Mental Health, focusing on postpartum anxiety, depression, and other perinatal stressors. I work with many couples to help them regain their connection and strength on their path to building their family as well as adjust to their new identity as parents.
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J.M. Evosevich
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CADC, BCBA, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
In today's 24/7 instant communication and gratification culture, stress and pressure are often all too common, in addition to dealing with COVID-19, its limitations to life and social isolation. Our jobs, relationships, friendships and even our pets demand time from us and results in little "me" time. Going offline to nurture yourself is all too uncommon but can be the key to a more contented, joyous, and thriving life. My practice specializes in helping you have a more happy, healthy, productive, and more importantly relaxed life. Taking an hour of your time to go offline has great benefits to creating peace in your life.
In today's 24/7 instant communication and gratification culture, stress and pressure are often all too common, in addition to dealing with COVID-19, its limitations to life and social isolation. Our jobs, relationships, friendships and even our pets demand time from us and results in little "me" time. Going offline to nurture yourself is all too uncommon but can be the key to a more contented, joyous, and thriving life. My practice specializes in helping you have a more happy, healthy, productive, and more importantly relaxed life. Taking an hour of your time to go offline has great benefits to creating peace in your life.
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Tiffany Lin Lasky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
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.
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.
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Cheryl B. Lamin, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stressed, is past trauma or grief getting in your way? My clients learn skills and make positive changes to flourish and achieve their goals. Are you overwhelmed? Tired of worrying that you’re not good enough? Shame and self-criticism can hinder us from living our best lives. I know how hard it is to find the right help, and how important it is to feel understood. In a warm, safe environment, my clients and I navigate their difficult relationships, feelings and circumstances and find healthy, doable solutions together.
Are you feeling stressed, is past trauma or grief getting in your way? My clients learn skills and make positive changes to flourish and achieve their goals. Are you overwhelmed? Tired of worrying that you’re not good enough? Shame and self-criticism can hinder us from living our best lives. I know how hard it is to find the right help, and how important it is to feel understood. In a warm, safe environment, my clients and I navigate their difficult relationships, feelings and circumstances and find healthy, doable solutions together.
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In my therapeutic approach, I honor the relationship between the mind, body, and spirit. I believe that it is imperative to treat mental illness with an integrative lens, taking into account the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, relational, and systemic factors that contribute to overall wellness. I am passionate about addressing the ways oppressive systems affect mental health and offering therapeutic support toward healing for Black, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC) experiencing mental health distress in response to systemic oppression.
In my therapeutic approach, I honor the relationship between the mind, body, and spirit. I believe that it is imperative to treat mental illness with an integrative lens, taking into account the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, relational, and systemic factors that contribute to overall wellness. I am passionate about addressing the ways oppressive systems affect mental health and offering therapeutic support toward healing for Black, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC) experiencing mental health distress in response to systemic oppression.
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Heidi Miyagawa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
Hello, pull up a chair and let's chat. I approach therapy with the belief that 1) life is full of highs & lows, 2) we aren't born with all the healthy coping tools, and 3) that with compassionate support we can grow from these experiences to level up. Our brain & body are fascinating systems and I enjoy teaching people how they contribute to our actions and feelings. I have 10+ years of experience offering individual and couples (pre-marital & marriage) counseling with emphasis on communication using an eclectic empowered approach based in Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, along with different approaches.
Hello, pull up a chair and let's chat. I approach therapy with the belief that 1) life is full of highs & lows, 2) we aren't born with all the healthy coping tools, and 3) that with compassionate support we can grow from these experiences to level up. Our brain & body are fascinating systems and I enjoy teaching people how they contribute to our actions and feelings. I have 10+ years of experience offering individual and couples (pre-marital & marriage) counseling with emphasis on communication using an eclectic empowered approach based in Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, along with different approaches.
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I am passionate about normalizing clients' struggles and value an individualized approach to therapy. I recognize that every individual is unique and find value in tailoring treatment strategies to suit the specific needs and circumstances of each client. Having embarked on my own healing journey, I understand the significance of building a strong therapeutic relationship. This requires openness and vulnerability; I aim to normalize and validate your experiences so you can be comfortable in processing any form or trauma or obstacle you have experienced.
I am passionate about normalizing clients' struggles and value an individualized approach to therapy. I recognize that every individual is unique and find value in tailoring treatment strategies to suit the specific needs and circumstances of each client. Having embarked on my own healing journey, I understand the significance of building a strong therapeutic relationship. This requires openness and vulnerability; I aim to normalize and validate your experiences so you can be comfortable in processing any form or trauma or obstacle you have experienced.
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Lesli Mathis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
Hello! My name is Lesli Mathis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with teens and adults who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, or traumatic experiences. Whether you are experiencing crisis in your life, or working to manage daily stressors, my hope is that I can provide the support you need to feel successful and fulfilled. It can be hard to admit to ourselves when we are having a problem, or not reaching our goals, let alone discussing these concerns with others. I feel it is crucial to the therapeutic process that when you come to my office you feel comfortable and free to discuss.
Hello! My name is Lesli Mathis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with teens and adults who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, or traumatic experiences. Whether you are experiencing crisis in your life, or working to manage daily stressors, my hope is that I can provide the support you need to feel successful and fulfilled. It can be hard to admit to ourselves when we are having a problem, or not reaching our goals, let alone discussing these concerns with others. I feel it is crucial to the therapeutic process that when you come to my office you feel comfortable and free to discuss.
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Becca Lantry
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
I believe that you are the expert of your own experiences. Together we can collaborate to come to a place in life that you prefer. I implement a tailored approach that meets your needs by fusing approaches from Narrative Family Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Collaborative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy practices. If you think I may be a good fit for you, feel free to text, call or email Becca for a free 15 minute consultation.
I believe that you are the expert of your own experiences. Together we can collaborate to come to a place in life that you prefer. I implement a tailored approach that meets your needs by fusing approaches from Narrative Family Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Collaborative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Expressive Arts Therapy practices. If you think I may be a good fit for you, feel free to text, call or email Becca for a free 15 minute consultation.
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Gissell Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
Hello and welcome! I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am committed to providing all my clients with compassionate support, an affirming space to be themselves, and a lens of curiosity and acceptance free of judgment. I work with adults and couples challenged by relationship issues, trauma, grief, life transitions, anxiety, somatic symptoms, identity issues, gender dysphoria, depression, and neurodivergence. Through our work we can help you identify and break out of cycles that are no longer serving you, renew your sense of hope & zest for life, and create lifelong changes.
Hello and welcome! I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am committed to providing all my clients with compassionate support, an affirming space to be themselves, and a lens of curiosity and acceptance free of judgment. I work with adults and couples challenged by relationship issues, trauma, grief, life transitions, anxiety, somatic symptoms, identity issues, gender dysphoria, depression, and neurodivergence. Through our work we can help you identify and break out of cycles that are no longer serving you, renew your sense of hope & zest for life, and create lifelong changes.
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Sasha Schultz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am passionate about helping individuals and couples improve their communication skills, address unhelpful behavior patterns, and better understand the internal and external conflicts that arise in their lives. If you are often left feeling misunderstood or invalidated in your relationships or stuck in one or more areas of your life then it’s a good time to start therapy. It takes courage to face life's challenges and healthy relationships require a willingness to change what is not working. I am here to support you in facing these challenges.
Welcome! I am passionate about helping individuals and couples improve their communication skills, address unhelpful behavior patterns, and better understand the internal and external conflicts that arise in their lives. If you are often left feeling misunderstood or invalidated in your relationships or stuck in one or more areas of your life then it’s a good time to start therapy. It takes courage to face life's challenges and healthy relationships require a willingness to change what is not working. I am here to support you in facing these challenges.
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Sabrina Kaiser
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
I approach my work from a place of genuine openness and interest in my clients, and the ways in which they define the barriers showing up in their lives. Taking into account the highly individualized and nuanced experiences of each client, my goal is to collaborate with you to identify and amplify your strengths, as well as explore ways for you to effectively navigate the challenges you face in life. Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Having difficulty navigating a life transition? Trying to break free from patterns of behavior that don’t serve you? Facing challenges in your relationship? Let’s talk!
I approach my work from a place of genuine openness and interest in my clients, and the ways in which they define the barriers showing up in their lives. Taking into account the highly individualized and nuanced experiences of each client, my goal is to collaborate with you to identify and amplify your strengths, as well as explore ways for you to effectively navigate the challenges you face in life. Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Having difficulty navigating a life transition? Trying to break free from patterns of behavior that don’t serve you? Facing challenges in your relationship? Let’s talk!
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Antoinette Mastronardi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
All humans are wired for connection – we need it on the most basic level from the moment we are born and throughout our lifetime. But humans are the worst! And the best! Humans are complicated. We need each other, we love each other, we hurt each other – we develop ways of reaching out for connection that might not be working anymore. This is where I come in. I work with people who are experiencing distress within themselves and in their relationships. We will identify the unhelpful beliefs and patterns that keep you stuck, and then learning new ways of relating to yourself and others that make you feel…..dare I say it?… happy!
All humans are wired for connection – we need it on the most basic level from the moment we are born and throughout our lifetime. But humans are the worst! And the best! Humans are complicated. We need each other, we love each other, we hurt each other – we develop ways of reaching out for connection that might not be working anymore. This is where I come in. I work with people who are experiencing distress within themselves and in their relationships. We will identify the unhelpful beliefs and patterns that keep you stuck, and then learning new ways of relating to yourself and others that make you feel…..dare I say it?… happy!
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Ginelle Guckenburg
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
You might be feeling stuck in your relationships. You’re struggling to be vulnerable and fully present with not only loved ones, but with yourself. You’re falling into a repetitive cycle that leaves you feeling exhausted, frustrated, and alone. You’re ready to dig into your attachment history and start breaking down the shields that used to protect you, but are now a barrier to vulnerability. You know it's time to do the deep work and cultivate the self-acceptance and relationships you long for.
You might be feeling stuck in your relationships. You’re struggling to be vulnerable and fully present with not only loved ones, but with yourself. You’re falling into a repetitive cycle that leaves you feeling exhausted, frustrated, and alone. You’re ready to dig into your attachment history and start breaking down the shields that used to protect you, but are now a barrier to vulnerability. You know it's time to do the deep work and cultivate the self-acceptance and relationships you long for.
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Teddie Jackson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Teddie partners with queer, poly, and minority identified adults to heal from the relational and systemic trauma that is causing disconnection from self and others. On the outside, my clients might seem strong, accomplished and high functioning, but inside they are anxious, overwhelmed, and filled with self-blame. I am hella good at helping my clients feel safe and seen and healing the shit that’s holding them back from loving themselves and others well.
Dr. Teddie partners with queer, poly, and minority identified adults to heal from the relational and systemic trauma that is causing disconnection from self and others. On the outside, my clients might seem strong, accomplished and high functioning, but inside they are anxious, overwhelmed, and filled with self-blame. I am hella good at helping my clients feel safe and seen and healing the shit that’s holding them back from loving themselves and others well.
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Jay Alarcon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS, MBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92120
Coming to therapy can feel vulnerable and scary, but it is a brave step towards the life you want and deserve. I am guided by evidence based techniques, educated insight, and genuine curiosity. I work to nurture my clients’ sensitivities, strengths, hopes, and desires for a meaningful and fulfilling existence. I help individuals tap into their inner strength and thrive, to connect to their passions, couples seeking effective communication techniques and highly sensitive people understand their trait and harness their superpower! I support individuals from diverse backgrounds and sexual orientations, navigate cultural challenges
Coming to therapy can feel vulnerable and scary, but it is a brave step towards the life you want and deserve. I am guided by evidence based techniques, educated insight, and genuine curiosity. I work to nurture my clients’ sensitivities, strengths, hopes, and desires for a meaningful and fulfilling existence. I help individuals tap into their inner strength and thrive, to connect to their passions, couples seeking effective communication techniques and highly sensitive people understand their trait and harness their superpower! I support individuals from diverse backgrounds and sexual orientations, navigate cultural challenges
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Jackie Jacobo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, APCC, AMFT
Verified Verified
Downtown, San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
On your best days, you know that you’re an icon; but on your tough days you feel shame, loneliness, depression and self-criticism. And anxiety is basically part of your personality at this point. I’m here to remind you that YOU are not the problem. For real! The systems and social environments you have been in are the problem. I’m here to uproot those damaging beliefs that were put on you and in you and that continually get in the way of you remembering the iconic baddie you are. Let’s get underneath the layers of shame and unlearn cultural and systemic bullshit together.
On your best days, you know that you’re an icon; but on your tough days you feel shame, loneliness, depression and self-criticism. And anxiety is basically part of your personality at this point. I’m here to remind you that YOU are not the problem. For real! The systems and social environments you have been in are the problem. I’m here to uproot those damaging beliefs that were put on you and in you and that continually get in the way of you remembering the iconic baddie you are. Let’s get underneath the layers of shame and unlearn cultural and systemic bullshit together.
![Photo of Teddie Jackson - Hella Good Therapy, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/db1a3b31-a5aa-4cde-8e45-8f36a82ea336/1/320x400.png)
We humans are wired for connection – we need it on the most basic level. But humans are the worst! And the best! Let’s just say: humans are complicated. We need each other, but we hurt each other, so we create these little ways to keep ourselves safe…but those ways might not be working anymore. That’s where we come in - we work with people who are experiencing distress within themselves and in their relationships. Therapy with us focuses on identifying and unpacking the unhelpful beliefs and patterns that keep you stuck, and then learning new ways of relating to yourself and others that make you feel ….. happy!?! It’s possible.
We humans are wired for connection – we need it on the most basic level. But humans are the worst! And the best! Let’s just say: humans are complicated. We need each other, but we hurt each other, so we create these little ways to keep ourselves safe…but those ways might not be working anymore. That’s where we come in - we work with people who are experiencing distress within themselves and in their relationships. Therapy with us focuses on identifying and unpacking the unhelpful beliefs and patterns that keep you stuck, and then learning new ways of relating to yourself and others that make you feel ….. happy!?! It’s possible.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.