Therapists in University City, San Diego, CA
Harley Quinzel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92122 (Online Only)
Connection with one’s self and others is everything. However, if you’re faced with internal struggles, like anxiety, or external factors, like life adjustments, this can be a recipe for feeling off-balanced. Together, we'll explore what’s important to you, in order to build insight to your inner struggles and help you foster stronger bonds. As a Black woman, I am passionate about working with BIPOC individuals who may feel the weight of cultural expectations, societal injustices, or struggle with finding their place in the world. My role is to provide a space where these feelings are not just heard but deeply understood and felt.
Connection with one’s self and others is everything. However, if you’re faced with internal struggles, like anxiety, or external factors, like life adjustments, this can be a recipe for feeling off-balanced. Together, we'll explore what’s important to you, in order to build insight to your inner struggles and help you foster stronger bonds. As a Black woman, I am passionate about working with BIPOC individuals who may feel the weight of cultural expectations, societal injustices, or struggle with finding their place in the world. My role is to provide a space where these feelings are not just heard but deeply understood and felt.
Ashley Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CIMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
University City, San Diego, CA 92122 (Online Only)
Something just isn’t working right anymore, but you’re having a hard time putting your finger on it. Are you not feeling like yourself lately, just going through the motions of everyday life, or feeling somehow disconnected? Is anxiety mounting in relationships, work or elsewhere to make decisions you are unsure of making? Maybe you feel like your relationships are not as fulfilling as they once were, or you're struggling to find the right coping skills. Perhaps you are feeling unwell, overwhelmed, and are unsure of how you got here. Taking the first step towards therapy can be tough, but feeling "stuck" is often tougher.
Something just isn’t working right anymore, but you’re having a hard time putting your finger on it. Are you not feeling like yourself lately, just going through the motions of everyday life, or feeling somehow disconnected? Is anxiety mounting in relationships, work or elsewhere to make decisions you are unsure of making? Maybe you feel like your relationships are not as fulfilling as they once were, or you're struggling to find the right coping skills. Perhaps you are feeling unwell, overwhelmed, and are unsure of how you got here. Taking the first step towards therapy can be tough, but feeling "stuck" is often tougher.
Rose Marie Paniagua
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92122 (Online Only)
Dealing with stress and trauma can feel like navigating a maze without an exit. You might find yourself constantly battling feelings of overwhelm, making it hard to focus, connect with others, or find joy in your daily life. These challenges can seem endless, but there's a pathway forward. If you're looking for a compassionate ally to help you uncover your inner strength and regain control, you're not alone. Let's take steps towards healing and finding peace together.
Dealing with stress and trauma can feel like navigating a maze without an exit. You might find yourself constantly battling feelings of overwhelm, making it hard to focus, connect with others, or find joy in your daily life. These challenges can seem endless, but there's a pathway forward. If you're looking for a compassionate ally to help you uncover your inner strength and regain control, you're not alone. Let's take steps towards healing and finding peace together.
Sonia Estrada
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92122
Hi my is Sonia Estrada. I am a licensed bilingual (Spanish/English) marriage and family therapist with both professional training and life experiences. I have experience working with a variety of age groups (children, adolescents, adults, elderly). I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and my goal is to help you achieve a level of functionality in important domains (relational, social, vocational, occupational) to improve your quality of life.
Hi my is Sonia Estrada. I am a licensed bilingual (Spanish/English) marriage and family therapist with both professional training and life experiences. I have experience working with a variety of age groups (children, adolescents, adults, elderly). I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion and my goal is to help you achieve a level of functionality in important domains (relational, social, vocational, occupational) to improve your quality of life.
Keller Rich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92122
I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults suffering from a range of different issues including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD and severe mental illness. I am passionate about working with individuals and families to create a supportive, caring environment in which each individual can flourish within their family system. I also work with athletes experiencing a range of different issues including performance anxiety, stress management, and body image issues.
I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults suffering from a range of different issues including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD and severe mental illness. I am passionate about working with individuals and families to create a supportive, caring environment in which each individual can flourish within their family system. I also work with athletes experiencing a range of different issues including performance anxiety, stress management, and body image issues.
Mental Health 365, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92121
Edward L. De La Loza, EdD, LCSW: Are you prepared to explore a revitalized sense of self-control through a compassionate and methodical approach to therapy? Can your life be enhanced by acquiring knowledge about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and the unique Seven Dimensions of Transformational Living (7-DTL) that are specific to you? Do you take pleasure in feeling empowered and are you receptive to learning? If you respond affirmatively to these inquiries, you can acquire the capability to be healthy, thrive, strive, and surpass your current limitation.
Edward L. De La Loza, EdD, LCSW: Are you prepared to explore a revitalized sense of self-control through a compassionate and methodical approach to therapy? Can your life be enhanced by acquiring knowledge about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and the unique Seven Dimensions of Transformational Living (7-DTL) that are specific to you? Do you take pleasure in feeling empowered and are you receptive to learning? If you respond affirmatively to these inquiries, you can acquire the capability to be healthy, thrive, strive, and surpass your current limitation.
Cyti Psychological
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92121
Let’s face it! Putting together the huge jigsaw puzzle called life can be a bit challenging. Connecting all the pieces to see the whole picture, while trying make sense of traumatic events can leave you feeling emotionally paralyzed. Please know that you are not alone and there is hope. Change is at your fingertips. Reaching out is the first courageous step to activating change.
Let’s face it! Putting together the huge jigsaw puzzle called life can be a bit challenging. Connecting all the pieces to see the whole picture, while trying make sense of traumatic events can leave you feeling emotionally paralyzed. Please know that you are not alone and there is hope. Change is at your fingertips. Reaching out is the first courageous step to activating change.
Erika Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92122 (Online Only)
Dealing with ADHD, trauma, or parenting concerns requires compassion and understanding. My practice welcomes those touched by the challenges of ADHD's impact on daily life, the deep wounds inflicted by trauma, and the complexities of parenting. These experiences can profoundly affect your sense of self and your relationships. In a supportive environment, we'll work together to address these issues, fostering resilience, healing, and a more harmonious family life, paving the way for a future where you feel more connected and empowered.
Dealing with ADHD, trauma, or parenting concerns requires compassion and understanding. My practice welcomes those touched by the challenges of ADHD's impact on daily life, the deep wounds inflicted by trauma, and the complexities of parenting. These experiences can profoundly affect your sense of self and your relationships. In a supportive environment, we'll work together to address these issues, fostering resilience, healing, and a more harmonious family life, paving the way for a future where you feel more connected and empowered.
Raymond Peng
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
University City, San Diego, CA 92122 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome to my page. I am a bilingual and bicultural psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience. I provide individual and couples therapy to adults and teens. Whether you are feeling stuck or overwhelmed, one of the key factors to predict positive change is the quality of relationship with your therapist. That is my focus.
Hello and welcome to my page. I am a bilingual and bicultural psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience. I provide individual and couples therapy to adults and teens. Whether you are feeling stuck or overwhelmed, one of the key factors to predict positive change is the quality of relationship with your therapist. That is my focus.
Susan K Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92121
My goal is to help people put their life back on track! Eating, weight and body image issues can derail a person's focus and purpose. Healing from the inside out and the outside in releases a person from the tyranny of perfection. Learning to put food and feelings into proper perspective is a realistic and achievable goal.
My goal is to help people put their life back on track! Eating, weight and body image issues can derail a person's focus and purpose. Healing from the inside out and the outside in releases a person from the tyranny of perfection. Learning to put food and feelings into proper perspective is a realistic and achievable goal.
Matthew Schauer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92121 (Online Only)
My approach incorporates a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to the needs of each client. My goal is to develop a therapeutic relationship where trust, vulnerability, and safety can be experienced, allowing each client to grow at their level of comfort.
My approach incorporates a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to the needs of each client. My goal is to develop a therapeutic relationship where trust, vulnerability, and safety can be experienced, allowing each client to grow at their level of comfort.
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Evelyn Serna-Balderas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92122
Hi I’m Evelyn Serna-Balderas. I am a licensed clinical social Worker who appreciates and is motivated in working with individuals to navigate through challenges and experience growth in their journey. I have had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of clients ranging from children to older adults. I often engage clients who are dealing with anxiety, depression, difficulty in life transitions, bipolar diagnosis, BPD, and dual diagnosis.
Hi I’m Evelyn Serna-Balderas. I am a licensed clinical social Worker who appreciates and is motivated in working with individuals to navigate through challenges and experience growth in their journey. I have had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of clients ranging from children to older adults. I often engage clients who are dealing with anxiety, depression, difficulty in life transitions, bipolar diagnosis, BPD, and dual diagnosis.
Daisee Duran
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
University City, San Diego, CA 92122 (Online Only)
Embarking on the journey of self-discovery and healing is a brave step, acknowledging your resilience and readiness for change. In our sessions, you'll find a compassionate space where your experiences and feelings are deeply understood and respected. Together, we will navigate your unique path, focusing on personal growth and overcoming life's obstacles. Our collaborative work will empower you, fostering a safe environment for exploration and the cultivation of inner strength. Let's transform challenges into opportunities for development, with every step forward illuminating your journey.
Embarking on the journey of self-discovery and healing is a brave step, acknowledging your resilience and readiness for change. In our sessions, you'll find a compassionate space where your experiences and feelings are deeply understood and respected. Together, we will navigate your unique path, focusing on personal growth and overcoming life's obstacles. Our collaborative work will empower you, fostering a safe environment for exploration and the cultivation of inner strength. Let's transform challenges into opportunities for development, with every step forward illuminating your journey.
Elizabeth Hua
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92122 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Elizabeth Hua, and I'm dedicated to offering steadfast support every step of the way. With a foundation in counseling and a Certificate in EMDR training, I am devoted to guiding you towards emerging from these trials as a more robust and resilient individual.
Hello! I'm Elizabeth Hua, and I'm dedicated to offering steadfast support every step of the way. With a foundation in counseling and a Certificate in EMDR training, I am devoted to guiding you towards emerging from these trials as a more robust and resilient individual.
Laurie Chapman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
University City, San Diego, CA 92122
I enjoy helping clients reach their highest potential in life through strategic enhancement of their internal resources. My work is solution-focused and brief. I am an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) consultant and utilize this strategy with applicable individuals. Clients who are struggling with addiction, depression or anxiety, have experienced a recent loss, are recovering from a traumatic experience, or are struggling with a relationship issue are ideal clients for me. I primarily work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families on these types of issues. I can see you in-person or via teletherapy.
I enjoy helping clients reach their highest potential in life through strategic enhancement of their internal resources. My work is solution-focused and brief. I am an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) consultant and utilize this strategy with applicable individuals. Clients who are struggling with addiction, depression or anxiety, have experienced a recent loss, are recovering from a traumatic experience, or are struggling with a relationship issue are ideal clients for me. I primarily work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families on these types of issues. I can see you in-person or via teletherapy.
Magali Moreno
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92122
Hello, I am Magali Moreno, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with 7 years of experience providing therapy to individual adults, children, families, and couples. I am bilingual and am fluent in Spanish. I have provided therapy services in the school settings (K-12), as well as in the office and community settings. I am a caring and empathetic therapist, with a strong ability to connect and understand others. I have vast experience in working with individuals to navigate and improve familial relationships and an understanding of family dynamics.
Hello, I am Magali Moreno, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with 7 years of experience providing therapy to individual adults, children, families, and couples. I am bilingual and am fluent in Spanish. I have provided therapy services in the school settings (K-12), as well as in the office and community settings. I am a caring and empathetic therapist, with a strong ability to connect and understand others. I have vast experience in working with individuals to navigate and improve familial relationships and an understanding of family dynamics.
Hector Estrada
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92121 (Online Only)
When people are challenged with changes that affect the ability to manage stressors, there comes a time for positive change and support. I am passionate about focusing on the healing process, whether it involves the challenges of exploring maladaptive behaviors or the triggers of trauma. I help my clients, who include children, adults, and families to find healthy coping mechanisms and self-autonomy which will lead to positive perceptions. This, in turn, creates personal identification and self-worth, thus creating healthy relationships.
When people are challenged with changes that affect the ability to manage stressors, there comes a time for positive change and support. I am passionate about focusing on the healing process, whether it involves the challenges of exploring maladaptive behaviors or the triggers of trauma. I help my clients, who include children, adults, and families to find healthy coping mechanisms and self-autonomy which will lead to positive perceptions. This, in turn, creates personal identification and self-worth, thus creating healthy relationships.
Diane Mouradian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92121 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with clients dealing with anxiety and trauma-related symptoms. Coupled with my background in coaching, I will engage you in two ways: 1) a look back at the conditions that contributed to your current distress and 2) a look forward to defining how you want to shape your future. I am bilingual, bi-literate, and bi-cultural (English-Spanish) and have worked with diverse populations both in the US and abroad. This has allowed me to develop a high level of attunement to the needs and challenges that people may face based on their diverse and unique backgrounds.
I have extensive experience working with clients dealing with anxiety and trauma-related symptoms. Coupled with my background in coaching, I will engage you in two ways: 1) a look back at the conditions that contributed to your current distress and 2) a look forward to defining how you want to shape your future. I am bilingual, bi-literate, and bi-cultural (English-Spanish) and have worked with diverse populations both in the US and abroad. This has allowed me to develop a high level of attunement to the needs and challenges that people may face based on their diverse and unique backgrounds.
Kati Fuller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92121 (Online Only)
I utilize a strength-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approach, encouraging clients to share their experiences, thoughts and feelings in a nonjudgemental space. I work collaboratively with clients to increase self-compassion and self-acceptance while encouraging and supporting them to build healthier relationships with themselves and others. I am committed to helping instill hope and build resiliency in those that I am supporting.
I utilize a strength-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive approach, encouraging clients to share their experiences, thoughts and feelings in a nonjudgemental space. I work collaboratively with clients to increase self-compassion and self-acceptance while encouraging and supporting them to build healthier relationships with themselves and others. I am committed to helping instill hope and build resiliency in those that I am supporting.
Alexander Goitein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
University City, San Diego, CA 92121 (Online Only)
I have been working with families and individuals over the past ten years to navigate mental and behavioral health challenges. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, suicidality, Autism spectrum, attention difficulties, executive functioning difficulties, gender identity, and much more. I believe that it is important to be eclectic but selective, meaning, having knowledge of many different modalities of therapy, but understanding which one would work best for each situation. The basis of therapy will be a trusting, non-judgmental relationship where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself.
I have been working with families and individuals over the past ten years to navigate mental and behavioral health challenges. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, suicidality, Autism spectrum, attention difficulties, executive functioning difficulties, gender identity, and much more. I believe that it is important to be eclectic but selective, meaning, having knowledge of many different modalities of therapy, but understanding which one would work best for each situation. The basis of therapy will be a trusting, non-judgmental relationship where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself.
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Number of Therapists in University City, San Diego, CA
200+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in University City, San Diego, CA who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Depression |
| 66% | Stress |
| 65% | Life Transitions |
| 62% | Grief |
| 61% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
15 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 85% | Aetna |
| 81% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 70% | Blue Shield |
How Therapists in University City, San Diego, CA see their clients
| 56% | In Person and Online | |
| 44% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |