Female Therapists in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA
Dr. Sophie Whitney
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
We all deserve to feel fully alive and well. Somewhere along the way we will all experience challenges large and small. Sophie believes that one goal of therapy is to cultivate the inner strength, confidence, tools, and resources to overcome any obstacle. Sophie brings a heart-centered, compassionate, and solutions-focused approach to the therapy room. Sophie believes that the key to a more joyful, connected, meaningful life is to truly get to know ourselves in an intimate and honest way while embracing change and personal growth.
We all deserve to feel fully alive and well. Somewhere along the way we will all experience challenges large and small. Sophie believes that one goal of therapy is to cultivate the inner strength, confidence, tools, and resources to overcome any obstacle. Sophie brings a heart-centered, compassionate, and solutions-focused approach to the therapy room. Sophie believes that the key to a more joyful, connected, meaningful life is to truly get to know ourselves in an intimate and honest way while embracing change and personal growth.
Latisha Hill: Blueprint Counseling Solutions
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PPSC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109 (Online Only)
After many years working in the public sector, Latisha identified the need to promote and encourage strength-based dialogue surrounding mental health care at the state, county, community and individual levels. Latisha believes that with guidance and a strong support system, individuals can accomplish their goals. She created Blueprint Counseling Solutions with the belief that people aren’t aware of their true potential until they learn to navigate through resources and use their inner strength to tap into hidden talents.
After many years working in the public sector, Latisha identified the need to promote and encourage strength-based dialogue surrounding mental health care at the state, county, community and individual levels. Latisha believes that with guidance and a strong support system, individuals can accomplish their goals. She created Blueprint Counseling Solutions with the belief that people aren’t aware of their true potential until they learn to navigate through resources and use their inner strength to tap into hidden talents.
Chandra Estelle Khalifian
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
All couples experience challenges and can get stuck in harmful patterns. However, we can work together to identify those patterns, increase understanding and empathy, and utilize skills to shift communication and improve satisfaction, intimacy, and fun. Your relationship is unique and I will work with you to identify your relationship values and build a relationship that feels safe, supportive, and authentic. Let's create the relationship that works for you and your partner(s).
All couples experience challenges and can get stuck in harmful patterns. However, we can work together to identify those patterns, increase understanding and empathy, and utilize skills to shift communication and improve satisfaction, intimacy, and fun. Your relationship is unique and I will work with you to identify your relationship values and build a relationship that feels safe, supportive, and authentic. Let's create the relationship that works for you and your partner(s).
Maria Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109 (Online Only)
Hi there! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in both Couples Therapy, and Eating Disorder treatment at an outpatient level of care. Through a client-centered approach, my passion lies in restoring disruptions in early childhood attachment, and helping those identify negative thought patterns, core beliefs, and emotions that have led to maladaptive coping behaviors. If you are either feeling exhausted from the shame towards your body and want freedom from disordered eating, or are longing to strengthen your relationship and communication with a loved one, I would love to create that space for you!
Hi there! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in both Couples Therapy, and Eating Disorder treatment at an outpatient level of care. Through a client-centered approach, my passion lies in restoring disruptions in early childhood attachment, and helping those identify negative thought patterns, core beliefs, and emotions that have led to maladaptive coping behaviors. If you are either feeling exhausted from the shame towards your body and want freedom from disordered eating, or are longing to strengthen your relationship and communication with a loved one, I would love to create that space for you!
Shoma Rao
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92169 (Online Only)
Starting and staying in therapy can be intimidating! It doesn’t have to be that way. I enjoy using humor and just being a fellow human with my clients while we navigate the path of mental health together. Having a session with me is like talking to an old friend. I strongly believe that the connection between the therapist and yourself is the most crucial aspect of a successful therapeutic relationship. I treat adults 18 and over in our lovely state of California via telehealth (video) who are dealing with anxiety, boundary issues and difficult relationship and family dynamics along with career strategizing and coaching.
Starting and staying in therapy can be intimidating! It doesn’t have to be that way. I enjoy using humor and just being a fellow human with my clients while we navigate the path of mental health together. Having a session with me is like talking to an old friend. I strongly believe that the connection between the therapist and yourself is the most crucial aspect of a successful therapeutic relationship. I treat adults 18 and over in our lovely state of California via telehealth (video) who are dealing with anxiety, boundary issues and difficult relationship and family dynamics along with career strategizing and coaching.
Kristin Calabria
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Hi! I'm Kristin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist . I have a strong interest in helping people who have lived through or are experiencing trauma. I have extensive experience with PTSD, depression, anxiety, relational issues, active duty military, transition out of military service, LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity, the first generation/immigrant experience, acculturation, “third culture” identity, and navigating systemic oppression.
Hi! I'm Kristin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist . I have a strong interest in helping people who have lived through or are experiencing trauma. I have extensive experience with PTSD, depression, anxiety, relational issues, active duty military, transition out of military service, LGBTQ+ issues, gender identity, the first generation/immigrant experience, acculturation, “third culture” identity, and navigating systemic oppression.
Desiree Brittain
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Therapy offers a safe space away from the responsibilities of your daily life, where you can process, recalibrate, and practice new skills. One of my specialties is assisting people in difficult life transitions such as divorce, career change, death of a loved one, or a phase of life transition to name a few. Together, I can help you find some acceptance of the new condition, grieve losses, and find some hope for the new. With couples & families, my goal is to create space for us to slow down, understand the negative cycle you might be stuck in and build in ways of communicating where everyone can feel heard.
Therapy offers a safe space away from the responsibilities of your daily life, where you can process, recalibrate, and practice new skills. One of my specialties is assisting people in difficult life transitions such as divorce, career change, death of a loved one, or a phase of life transition to name a few. Together, I can help you find some acceptance of the new condition, grieve losses, and find some hope for the new. With couples & families, my goal is to create space for us to slow down, understand the negative cycle you might be stuck in and build in ways of communicating where everyone can feel heard.
Chelsea Herr
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Are you seeking meaningful human connection and healing that can support you in discovering and developing a more lively and authentic sense of self and embodiment in life? Whether you are experiencing the debilitating aftermath of trauma, addiction, loss, interpersonal difficulties, or feeling emotionally disconnected with anxiety or depression, I invite you to reach out. I have engaged in years of specialized training in trauma-informed care, and utilize a collaborative and compassionate approach to counseling in an effort to foster hope, healing and resilience.
Are you seeking meaningful human connection and healing that can support you in discovering and developing a more lively and authentic sense of self and embodiment in life? Whether you are experiencing the debilitating aftermath of trauma, addiction, loss, interpersonal difficulties, or feeling emotionally disconnected with anxiety or depression, I invite you to reach out. I have engaged in years of specialized training in trauma-informed care, and utilize a collaborative and compassionate approach to counseling in an effort to foster hope, healing and resilience.
Therapy with Mar
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109 (Online Only)
I offer a judgement free, safe space, to explore concerns, issues, goals and questions. By setting goals you will be able to see the progress you have made along your journey. You will receive an unbiased and professional perspective to gain insight into your life. I will give compassion, empathy and honesty.
I offer a judgement free, safe space, to explore concerns, issues, goals and questions. By setting goals you will be able to see the progress you have made along your journey. You will receive an unbiased and professional perspective to gain insight into your life. I will give compassion, empathy and honesty.
Embrace Your Authentic Self with Me! Hey there! (: I'm Sasha, a licensed clinical psychologist who proudly identifies as queer (she/her). My journey in psychology is a vibrant blend of diverse perspectives, a little bit of magic, and a whole lot of heart. Together, let's unlock the extraordinary potential within you! I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all solution. My toolbox includes psychodynamic therapy, humanistic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), tailored just for you.
Embrace Your Authentic Self with Me! Hey there! (: I'm Sasha, a licensed clinical psychologist who proudly identifies as queer (she/her). My journey in psychology is a vibrant blend of diverse perspectives, a little bit of magic, and a whole lot of heart. Together, let's unlock the extraordinary potential within you! I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all solution. My toolbox includes psychodynamic therapy, humanistic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), tailored just for you.
Keri Lynne Sebourn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
The first step on the path to healing can be the hardest. Often times, we feel fragile, whether it be from past trauma, debilitating depression, anxiety, conflictual relationships, and the overall stresses attributed to life. Sometimes we feel surrounded by people who look but do not see us, hear but do not listen or understand which can lead you to feel isolated, disconnected, and misunderstood. Therapy is a space to navigate this desolate plane, a place to help you achieve a more fruitful and fulfilling connection with yourself and others. I have experience working with couples, individuals and families.
The first step on the path to healing can be the hardest. Often times, we feel fragile, whether it be from past trauma, debilitating depression, anxiety, conflictual relationships, and the overall stresses attributed to life. Sometimes we feel surrounded by people who look but do not see us, hear but do not listen or understand which can lead you to feel isolated, disconnected, and misunderstood. Therapy is a space to navigate this desolate plane, a place to help you achieve a more fruitful and fulfilling connection with yourself and others. I have experience working with couples, individuals and families.
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Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
I’m a pre-licensed Clinical Social Worker currently working under the licensed supervision of Dr. Trevor Olson. I completed my Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC) with an emphasis in Military Social Work, and received my Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare from the University of California, Berkeley. As a combat veteran, I have seen some of the darkest of days during my time in service (was overhead the shootdown of EN 17). My goal as a therapist is to help people navigate through their toughest moments in life and to restore hope when it seems like it no longer exists.
I’m a pre-licensed Clinical Social Worker currently working under the licensed supervision of Dr. Trevor Olson. I completed my Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC) with an emphasis in Military Social Work, and received my Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare from the University of California, Berkeley. As a combat veteran, I have seen some of the darkest of days during my time in service (was overhead the shootdown of EN 17). My goal as a therapist is to help people navigate through their toughest moments in life and to restore hope when it seems like it no longer exists.
Sarah Chernick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109 (Online Only)
Do you feel like you are always worrying? Are you anxious all the time and unable to relax? Perhaps you feel the constant need for reassurance from others that you are going to be okay, or maybe you avoid going to certain places because they cause increased anxiety. Maybe you have tried therapy or breathing techniques before with no improvement. Regardless of what brought you here, you are ready to kick the extreme anxiety to the curb and stop spending your time worrying and overthinking.
Do you feel like you are always worrying? Are you anxious all the time and unable to relax? Perhaps you feel the constant need for reassurance from others that you are going to be okay, or maybe you avoid going to certain places because they cause increased anxiety. Maybe you have tried therapy or breathing techniques before with no improvement. Regardless of what brought you here, you are ready to kick the extreme anxiety to the curb and stop spending your time worrying and overthinking.
Breanne Ferrara - Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
I am a bi-sexual queer woman and my services are queer, kink, and poly friendly.
Find clarity and get in touch with your authentic Self. I offer new perspectives, helpful tools, and can support you through growth and change. Like a trusted friend I am fiercely supportive, and can deliver hard truths when needed. If you are looking for more creativity, gratitude, playfulness and help feeling good about yourself, we might be a good fit. I often support clients with their self-esteem, LGBTQ+ identity, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Working with artists (or aspiring creatives!) is a passion of mine as well.
I am a bi-sexual queer woman and my services are queer, kink, and poly friendly.
Find clarity and get in touch with your authentic Self. I offer new perspectives, helpful tools, and can support you through growth and change. Like a trusted friend I am fiercely supportive, and can deliver hard truths when needed. If you are looking for more creativity, gratitude, playfulness and help feeling good about yourself, we might be a good fit. I often support clients with their self-esteem, LGBTQ+ identity, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Working with artists (or aspiring creatives!) is a passion of mine as well.
Linda Huey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109 (Online Only)
My hope is to help you remove whatever is keeping you from being the best version of yourself you can be. This often means looking at the things that make us feel vulnerable.. This isn't always easy considering that vulnerability is often considered a weakness. Supporting my clients to transform vulnerabilities into strengths is what I do best. And sometimes asking for help can be the hardest thing to do. It is through connection that we grow and become our authentic selves. I have been licensed since 2001. My experience includes working with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, LGBTQ, and bicultural issues.
My hope is to help you remove whatever is keeping you from being the best version of yourself you can be. This often means looking at the things that make us feel vulnerable.. This isn't always easy considering that vulnerability is often considered a weakness. Supporting my clients to transform vulnerabilities into strengths is what I do best. And sometimes asking for help can be the hardest thing to do. It is through connection that we grow and become our authentic selves. I have been licensed since 2001. My experience includes working with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, LGBTQ, and bicultural issues.
Justina Yung
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109 (Online Only)
Life is a journey. Along this ride, it may feel like you are stuck in uncertain and dark places longer than you'd like to be. If you're looking for a tune up to help you feel limitless, to regain your stride, I'm here to embark on this healing chapter with you. Whether that be burnout, trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship stressors, there can be many unexpected barriers along the way.
Life is a journey. Along this ride, it may feel like you are stuck in uncertain and dark places longer than you'd like to be. If you're looking for a tune up to help you feel limitless, to regain your stride, I'm here to embark on this healing chapter with you. Whether that be burnout, trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship stressors, there can be many unexpected barriers along the way.
Natalie Blair
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Together we can work through feelings of guilt and shame that we've internalized based on messages received as women about our sexuality.
As a sex therapist, my mission is to empower women to reclaim their sexuality. By taking ownership of your body and your pleasure, you can refresh your zest for life. I utilize cognitive behavioral, narrative, and solution- focused techniques to enable you to identify what is holding you back from living the life you are meant to live let me help you live and love authentically. Book with me at www.beauthenticallyyou.net.
Together we can work through feelings of guilt and shame that we've internalized based on messages received as women about our sexuality.
As a sex therapist, my mission is to empower women to reclaim their sexuality. By taking ownership of your body and your pleasure, you can refresh your zest for life. I utilize cognitive behavioral, narrative, and solution- focused techniques to enable you to identify what is holding you back from living the life you are meant to live let me help you live and love authentically. Book with me at www.beauthenticallyyou.net.
Shawn Dee Hartless
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, LEP
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
I specialize in assessment of Learning Disabilities including Reading (Dyslexia), Writing (Dysgraphia), Math (Dyscalculia), and Oral Expression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD,) Autism or Asperger's, Pervasive Developemental Disorder, and Gifted students. I develop learning profiles in order to highlight which instructional methods are most and least effective with the child. I also, determine if there is a need for accommodations on SAT, ACT, AP and graduate school exams.
I specialize in assessment of Learning Disabilities including Reading (Dyslexia), Writing (Dysgraphia), Math (Dyscalculia), and Oral Expression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD,) Autism or Asperger's, Pervasive Developemental Disorder, and Gifted students. I develop learning profiles in order to highlight which instructional methods are most and least effective with the child. I also, determine if there is a need for accommodations on SAT, ACT, AP and graduate school exams.
Mindful Matters Counseling, Marni Goldberg
Counselor, EdS, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Are you ready to finally feel in control of your life? I know how hard it can be to take the first step in finding a therapist who is a good fit for you, but you deserve happiness! Anxiety and stress can get in the way of having a happy and fulfilling life. If you or your teen/young adult are struggling with thoughts, feelings, or relationships, we can work together to look at what has been bothering you and figure out how to make changes that can benefit all aspects of your life. Receiving nonjudgemental support and some new skills may be the answer! Special focus on Highly Sensitive People.
Are you ready to finally feel in control of your life? I know how hard it can be to take the first step in finding a therapist who is a good fit for you, but you deserve happiness! Anxiety and stress can get in the way of having a happy and fulfilling life. If you or your teen/young adult are struggling with thoughts, feelings, or relationships, we can work together to look at what has been bothering you and figure out how to make changes that can benefit all aspects of your life. Receiving nonjudgemental support and some new skills may be the answer! Special focus on Highly Sensitive People.
Kayla Knopp
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109 (Online Only)
I love to work with people in relationships of all types, structures, and styles. Everyone feels stuck or unhappy in relationships sometimes. My goal is to help you get unstuck from unhelpful patterns in your life and your relationships. To do this, I can help you better understand yourself and your loved ones, increase empathy and connection, and support you in changing behaviors that are not working for you.
I love to work with people in relationships of all types, structures, and styles. Everyone feels stuck or unhappy in relationships sometimes. My goal is to help you get unstuck from unhelpful patterns in your life and your relationships. To do this, I can help you better understand yourself and your loved ones, increase empathy and connection, and support you in changing behaviors that are not working for you.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.