Teletherapy for Mission Valley - San Diego, CA
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Freedom Within Therapy and Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108
Are you struggling to feel content or happy in your life? Have you experienced some challenging or traumatic events that are making it hard to move forward? Perhaps you have tried various approaches towards healing and none have stuck. You are not alone! These are common experiences and issues that can be worked through by collaborating with a therapist that you can connect with. Freedom Within Center has highly skilled therapists to help you work through struggles that may be impacting your life, your work and your relationships.
Are you struggling to feel content or happy in your life? Have you experienced some challenging or traumatic events that are making it hard to move forward? Perhaps you have tried various approaches towards healing and none have stuck. You are not alone! These are common experiences and issues that can be worked through by collaborating with a therapist that you can connect with. Freedom Within Center has highly skilled therapists to help you work through struggles that may be impacting your life, your work and your relationships.
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Lauren Plummer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
On Maternity Leave until October. Send an email with subject -waitlist- to join my waitlist to be a new client when I return! I will reach out first week of October. Are you a woman in your 20’s to 50’s, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and dating issues? Does it seem like as soon as you stop worrying about one thing, your mind finds something else to worry about? Are you tired of feeling hopeless when it comes to dating, and worried that you'll never find a fulfilling relationship? If this resonates with you, then I'm here to offer my support. Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task, but I want you to know
On Maternity Leave until October. Send an email with subject -waitlist- to join my waitlist to be a new client when I return! I will reach out first week of October. Are you a woman in your 20’s to 50’s, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and dating issues? Does it seem like as soon as you stop worrying about one thing, your mind finds something else to worry about? Are you tired of feeling hopeless when it comes to dating, and worried that you'll never find a fulfilling relationship? If this resonates with you, then I'm here to offer my support. Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task, but I want you to know
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I strongly believe, and studies show, that the connection between you and your therapist is one of the most important aspects of being in therapy. No matter what brings you here, trust and communication are what help you to be comfortable. My goal is to create a safe, judgement free space for whatever you want to unpack. You can do hard things and I'm here to help you.
I strongly believe, and studies show, that the connection between you and your therapist is one of the most important aspects of being in therapy. No matter what brings you here, trust and communication are what help you to be comfortable. My goal is to create a safe, judgement free space for whatever you want to unpack. You can do hard things and I'm here to help you.
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Kelsey Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108
Do you feel overwhelmed and that it’s just easier to do it all yourself? AND at the same time you feel lonely and want a relationship? Or want that relationship to not feel so one sided? Do you have decision fatigue after being successful all day and just wish you could lean on a partner or people to help carry some of that load? MAYBE, you just want to feel taken care of. If you’ve asked yourself these questions, I know how painful this can feel. I specialize in working with clients who have relationship anxiety (attachment), codependency or hyper independence, marital issues and self esteem issues and inner child wounding.
Do you feel overwhelmed and that it’s just easier to do it all yourself? AND at the same time you feel lonely and want a relationship? Or want that relationship to not feel so one sided? Do you have decision fatigue after being successful all day and just wish you could lean on a partner or people to help carry some of that load? MAYBE, you just want to feel taken care of. If you’ve asked yourself these questions, I know how painful this can feel. I specialize in working with clients who have relationship anxiety (attachment), codependency or hyper independence, marital issues and self esteem issues and inner child wounding.
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R. Clarke Heyes
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself at a crossroad? Are you wondering what you want to do, who you want to be, or how you want to be seen by others? Maybe, you find yourself stuck -- feeling like you have few or no options, or possibly, with too many options. Or maybe, you are trying to figure out which of the many ideas shared with you by your family, friends, co-workers or the world are ideas that you want for yourself. If so, these tough questions can have significant effects on your thoughts, health, and wellbeing. I am interested in helping you map the possibilities for your life, identify your skills that can help get you there, and
Do you find yourself at a crossroad? Are you wondering what you want to do, who you want to be, or how you want to be seen by others? Maybe, you find yourself stuck -- feeling like you have few or no options, or possibly, with too many options. Or maybe, you are trying to figure out which of the many ideas shared with you by your family, friends, co-workers or the world are ideas that you want for yourself. If so, these tough questions can have significant effects on your thoughts, health, and wellbeing. I am interested in helping you map the possibilities for your life, identify your skills that can help get you there, and
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Laura Christofferson Celnar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
I work with children and young adolescents struggling with anxiety, stress, or managing their emotions. I also provide therapy for parents who are in need of support around parenting, anxiety, depression, and/or their own childhood trauma.
I work with children and young adolescents struggling with anxiety, stress, or managing their emotions. I also provide therapy for parents who are in need of support around parenting, anxiety, depression, and/or their own childhood trauma.
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Heidi McGann Intuitive Healing Services
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Heidi. I believe in approaching healing from an integrative and holistic lens (mental, emotional, physical, energetic, and spiritual). I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, a certified Hypnotherapist, a certified Life Coach and a Master Practitioner of Energy Medicine. I utilize a person centered approach and I have training in hypnotherapy, energy psychology, mindfulness, somatic therapy and Rapid Resolution Therapy. I integrate techniques and tools that allow for deeper level processing and shifting in order to clear old wounds and traumas that are holding clients back from living the lives they want.
Hi, I'm Heidi. I believe in approaching healing from an integrative and holistic lens (mental, emotional, physical, energetic, and spiritual). I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, a certified Hypnotherapist, a certified Life Coach and a Master Practitioner of Energy Medicine. I utilize a person centered approach and I have training in hypnotherapy, energy psychology, mindfulness, somatic therapy and Rapid Resolution Therapy. I integrate techniques and tools that allow for deeper level processing and shifting in order to clear old wounds and traumas that are holding clients back from living the lives they want.
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Elisa Blair
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, PMH-C, LMFT-CA, LMFT-AZ
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
You are tired, stressed, and fighting with your partner. How did it get this bad? What is wrong with me? You just want feel calmer and like you and your partner on the same page again. You are tired of "pretending" to have it all together. They say "trauma" is the root of everything, humm. Chaotic childhood home, check. But you have told yourself "It wasn't THAT bad." But as the black sheep of your family, raised in chaos, you can't help but wonder if all this might be related. The constant loud self critic, people-pleasing, and feeling misunderstood. It is time to unpack the stuff that is holding you back.
You are tired, stressed, and fighting with your partner. How did it get this bad? What is wrong with me? You just want feel calmer and like you and your partner on the same page again. You are tired of "pretending" to have it all together. They say "trauma" is the root of everything, humm. Chaotic childhood home, check. But you have told yourself "It wasn't THAT bad." But as the black sheep of your family, raised in chaos, you can't help but wonder if all this might be related. The constant loud self critic, people-pleasing, and feeling misunderstood. It is time to unpack the stuff that is holding you back.
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Lina Hong
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108
If you are looking for a warm, inviting, and safe place to enhance your mental health recovery journey, you are in the right place. My name is Lina (she/her), and I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker/therapist specializing in working with Veterans, active military, and LGBTQ+ adults. My practice is centered around helping those with anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, emotion regulation, identity formation, and relationship issues.
If you are looking for a warm, inviting, and safe place to enhance your mental health recovery journey, you are in the right place. My name is Lina (she/her), and I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker/therapist specializing in working with Veterans, active military, and LGBTQ+ adults. My practice is centered around helping those with anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, emotion regulation, identity formation, and relationship issues.
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Marco Perez
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108
Hello! My name is Marco Perez. I'm an associate professional clinical counselor looking to help improve the quality of life for those struggling with anxiety, PTSD, and relationship issues. My experience has also led me to help clients struggling with depression, bipolar disorder, grief, military-related issues, and difficult life transitions. Anxiety and trauma can impact our sense of safety and ability to function in day-to-day life. I hope to help clients re-establish that sense of safety within themselves and improve the symptoms affecting their day-to-day lives.
Hello! My name is Marco Perez. I'm an associate professional clinical counselor looking to help improve the quality of life for those struggling with anxiety, PTSD, and relationship issues. My experience has also led me to help clients struggling with depression, bipolar disorder, grief, military-related issues, and difficult life transitions. Anxiety and trauma can impact our sense of safety and ability to function in day-to-day life. I hope to help clients re-establish that sense of safety within themselves and improve the symptoms affecting their day-to-day lives.
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Maya Nehru
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
Is anxiety holding you back in your personal or professional life? Are you overwhelmed with a sense of urgency while constantly feeling paralyzed at the same time? Maybe you feel like you’ve lost all sense of control over your relationships and your life, and that feels scary. What’s scarier, though, is continuing to feel stuck, anxious, and unhappy. You deserve to feel calm and empowered, and I believe that therapy can help make that happen. Through targeted interventions and introspection, I help millennial professionals manage anxiety, nurture fulfilling relationships, and realign with their purpose.
Is anxiety holding you back in your personal or professional life? Are you overwhelmed with a sense of urgency while constantly feeling paralyzed at the same time? Maybe you feel like you’ve lost all sense of control over your relationships and your life, and that feels scary. What’s scarier, though, is continuing to feel stuck, anxious, and unhappy. You deserve to feel calm and empowered, and I believe that therapy can help make that happen. Through targeted interventions and introspection, I help millennial professionals manage anxiety, nurture fulfilling relationships, and realign with their purpose.
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Crystal Rea
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
Are you, your partner, or your child experiencing feelings of anxiety or sadness? Are you having a hard time coping with a recent transition or loss? If so, I am here to help you on your journey towards growth and healing. I believe that when someone is going through a difficult time, it may also impact important relationships around them. For that reason, my practice not only sees individual clients, but also includes seeing families and couples. I provide a combination of strength-based, experiential, and cognitive behavioral therapies that I adapt to meet the individual needs of you and your family.
Are you, your partner, or your child experiencing feelings of anxiety or sadness? Are you having a hard time coping with a recent transition or loss? If so, I am here to help you on your journey towards growth and healing. I believe that when someone is going through a difficult time, it may also impact important relationships around them. For that reason, my practice not only sees individual clients, but also includes seeing families and couples. I provide a combination of strength-based, experiential, and cognitive behavioral therapies that I adapt to meet the individual needs of you and your family.
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Hans Reihling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108
Do you feel like living with a roommate in marriage? I provide transformative counseling for couples and individual men who want to be empowered to become better partners. There is a way out of chronic stress, irritability, and out of control sexual behavior. I strongly believe that you are so much more than the problems you are facing right now. If you want to be a better partner, parent, or person, contact me and get a free consultation. It is my passion to provide the attention and care you deserve.
Do you feel like living with a roommate in marriage? I provide transformative counseling for couples and individual men who want to be empowered to become better partners. There is a way out of chronic stress, irritability, and out of control sexual behavior. I strongly believe that you are so much more than the problems you are facing right now. If you want to be a better partner, parent, or person, contact me and get a free consultation. It is my passion to provide the attention and care you deserve.
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Tina Karimi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108
Welcome! My name is Tina Karimi and I am an Afghan-American Marriage and Family Therapist. I am passionate about working with couples and adults from various backgrounds who are seeking to improve the quality of their lives and relationships. My goal is to help you identify your needs, gain insight through processing, and make the necessary changes with the appropriate tools. My approach is gentle, supportive, and collaborative. I have extensive experience working with couples facing relationship challenges and individuals with symptoms of anxiety and depression due to trauma.
Welcome! My name is Tina Karimi and I am an Afghan-American Marriage and Family Therapist. I am passionate about working with couples and adults from various backgrounds who are seeking to improve the quality of their lives and relationships. My goal is to help you identify your needs, gain insight through processing, and make the necessary changes with the appropriate tools. My approach is gentle, supportive, and collaborative. I have extensive experience working with couples facing relationship challenges and individuals with symptoms of anxiety and depression due to trauma.
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Maegan K A Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing narrative therapy in California. I am committed to providing anti-racist, gender-affirming, respectful care to each person with whom I meet; and to help each person discover and remember the abilities they have, which can help them move through life despite the obstacles they may encounter. I am passionate about standing alongside the individuals, couples, and families I collaborate with against the problems that show up in their lives.
Welcome! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing narrative therapy in California. I am committed to providing anti-racist, gender-affirming, respectful care to each person with whom I meet; and to help each person discover and remember the abilities they have, which can help them move through life despite the obstacles they may encounter. I am passionate about standing alongside the individuals, couples, and families I collaborate with against the problems that show up in their lives.
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Katelyn Rahlfs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108
Hello, my name is Katie Rahlfs. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with A Place of Growth to provide all clients with a safe and supportive environment to work toward their goals. I have experience working with couples and individuals of all ages and diverse populations.
Hello, my name is Katie Rahlfs. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with A Place of Growth to provide all clients with a safe and supportive environment to work toward their goals. I have experience working with couples and individuals of all ages and diverse populations.
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Jennifer Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, addiction, or a sense of disconnection with yourself and others that affects your ability to participate in relationships and life in general? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and lost just trying to get through the day? Do you sit with the discomfort knowing that life could be better but you are unsure where to start? Now more than ever among people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s, there is a collective uncertainty about how to create the life you want in an environment filled with unprecedented challenges.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, addiction, or a sense of disconnection with yourself and others that affects your ability to participate in relationships and life in general? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and lost just trying to get through the day? Do you sit with the discomfort knowing that life could be better but you are unsure where to start? Now more than ever among people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s, there is a collective uncertainty about how to create the life you want in an environment filled with unprecedented challenges.
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Dr. Futterman takes a clinical psychologist with an integrated approach to care. She has a general practice and two subspecialties in women's health and sexual health. She is dedicated to helping all people, achieve their highest potential; and overcome difficulties in achieving inner balance. Dr. Futterman utilizes a wide range of techniques to customize the care she provides, including clinical hypnosis, eye-movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness training and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
Dr. Futterman takes a clinical psychologist with an integrated approach to care. She has a general practice and two subspecialties in women's health and sexual health. She is dedicated to helping all people, achieve their highest potential; and overcome difficulties in achieving inner balance. Dr. Futterman utilizes a wide range of techniques to customize the care she provides, including clinical hypnosis, eye-movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness training and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT).
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Lorna Hecht
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108
Is your concern a relationship dilemma? A problem with a child? Substance abuse, anxiety or depression? Symptoms-physical, emotional, or social-are embedded in relationship processes in the family. The goal is to modify the process, which can lead to a reduction in symptoms. When one person in a relationship makes the decision to "show up" in a more deliberate, thoughtful way, the dynamic will change. Any motivated client can become that person. I will lend a hand in your effort through an understanding of relationships and how tension spreads through anxious systems, affecting groups and individuals.
Is your concern a relationship dilemma? A problem with a child? Substance abuse, anxiety or depression? Symptoms-physical, emotional, or social-are embedded in relationship processes in the family. The goal is to modify the process, which can lead to a reduction in symptoms. When one person in a relationship makes the decision to "show up" in a more deliberate, thoughtful way, the dynamic will change. Any motivated client can become that person. I will lend a hand in your effort through an understanding of relationships and how tension spreads through anxious systems, affecting groups and individuals.
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Brittany Phillips Hunt
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Mission Valley, San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
Whether you're dealing with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, self-worth issues, relationship challenges, family conflict, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, grief, or more, Brittany is here to support you on your journey to a better life. With a compassionate approach, she provides a safe and empowering space for clients to explore their inner selves and embrace positive change. Start your path to healing and growth today with personalized therapy designed to meet your unique needs.
Whether you're dealing with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, self-worth issues, relationship challenges, family conflict, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, grief, or more, Brittany is here to support you on your journey to a better life. With a compassionate approach, she provides a safe and empowering space for clients to explore their inner selves and embrace positive change. Start your path to healing and growth today with personalized therapy designed to meet your unique needs.
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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.