Therapists in San Diego, CA
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First, I strive to create a safe environment where the client feels heard, understood and supported. The compasionate use of 'unconditional positive regard' guides my work. This is a well proven healing factor in the therapeutic relationship. I believe my clients grow strongest by finding their own path through their unique inner landscape.
First, I strive to create a safe environment where the client feels heard, understood and supported. The compasionate use of 'unconditional positive regard' guides my work. This is a well proven healing factor in the therapeutic relationship. I believe my clients grow strongest by finding their own path through their unique inner landscape.
![Photo of Leslie Amos, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/25b9a677-5945-4fac-ae3d-15639a5302d9/1/320x400.png)
My name is Leslie Amos, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, relational, client-centered and holistic. This means that I meet you where you are right now and respect the unique path you have walked. I wholeheartedly believe that you have answers within yourself and through the process of therapy, my goal is to support you in connecting with your own inner wisdom. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults with a variety of issues and concerns.
My name is Leslie Amos, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, relational, client-centered and holistic. This means that I meet you where you are right now and respect the unique path you have walked. I wholeheartedly believe that you have answers within yourself and through the process of therapy, my goal is to support you in connecting with your own inner wisdom. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults with a variety of issues and concerns.
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My name is Cara Weinstock and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who has experience working with children, teens, adults and couples. My ideal client is anyone who is looking for a safe, welcoming environment to explore new ways of thinking. I feel passionate about being a support for those going through difficult transitions, looking for new perspectives and hoping to make positive changes in their lives. I like to work collaboratively with my clients, where we set achievable goals, often check in and acknowledge our progress. I will always be your cheerleader and move whatever pace feels most comfortable for you.
My name is Cara Weinstock and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who has experience working with children, teens, adults and couples. My ideal client is anyone who is looking for a safe, welcoming environment to explore new ways of thinking. I feel passionate about being a support for those going through difficult transitions, looking for new perspectives and hoping to make positive changes in their lives. I like to work collaboratively with my clients, where we set achievable goals, often check in and acknowledge our progress. I will always be your cheerleader and move whatever pace feels most comfortable for you.
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My name is Shelley Majors, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an office in Claremont, California. I see clients online or in person depending on their preference. I work with individual adults and couples interested in changing some aspect of their lives. I believe it’s important to find the therapeutic approach that fits for the client rather than having them adapt to a particular theoretical orientation. As a therapist who has been practicing for almost 30 years, I’ve trained on several theories but prefer a more eclectic approach which allows me to utilize whatever style seems to work for each client.
My name is Shelley Majors, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an office in Claremont, California. I see clients online or in person depending on their preference. I work with individual adults and couples interested in changing some aspect of their lives. I believe it’s important to find the therapeutic approach that fits for the client rather than having them adapt to a particular theoretical orientation. As a therapist who has been practicing for almost 30 years, I’ve trained on several theories but prefer a more eclectic approach which allows me to utilize whatever style seems to work for each client.
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Meredith Banos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
If you are feeling stressed, self critical, impatient, down or worried, I would like to help you feel more confident, calm, in control, and engaged in your life. My approach to counseling is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore and overcome obstacles in order to heal, grow, and reach their full potential.
If you are feeling stressed, self critical, impatient, down or worried, I would like to help you feel more confident, calm, in control, and engaged in your life. My approach to counseling is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore and overcome obstacles in order to heal, grow, and reach their full potential.
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Open Mind Health
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
Emotional challenges and mental illness do not discriminate. No matter your race, orientation, gender, or religion, you matter. Open Mind Health offers a diverse group of providers who specialize in helping others find relief from a full spectrum of challenges. We offer 21 customized Wellness Tracks that address core symptoms, core life domains, & diverse populations to get the roots of emotional challenges – no one-size fits all or band aid approaches. We assess and advance your Personal Evolution so that you can become your best self. 96% of our clients rate their experience with Open Mind Health as Excellent or Very Good.
Emotional challenges and mental illness do not discriminate. No matter your race, orientation, gender, or religion, you matter. Open Mind Health offers a diverse group of providers who specialize in helping others find relief from a full spectrum of challenges. We offer 21 customized Wellness Tracks that address core symptoms, core life domains, & diverse populations to get the roots of emotional challenges – no one-size fits all or band aid approaches. We assess and advance your Personal Evolution so that you can become your best self. 96% of our clients rate their experience with Open Mind Health as Excellent or Very Good.
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Kate-Robin Shuart Piper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92130
Each of us has a unique purpose to live in this world and through varied experiences we become disconnected from this inspiration. I'm dedicated to helping my clients rediscover their sense of self and guiding them towards a path of healing and resilience. In sessions we will join together so that you can reconnect to your purpose and live in an embodied way. I specialize in working with families, couples, and individuals who have been impacted by severe mental illness, substance use, intergenerational trauma, grief, identity confusion, disappointment, and feelings of powerlessness.
Each of us has a unique purpose to live in this world and through varied experiences we become disconnected from this inspiration. I'm dedicated to helping my clients rediscover their sense of self and guiding them towards a path of healing and resilience. In sessions we will join together so that you can reconnect to your purpose and live in an embodied way. I specialize in working with families, couples, and individuals who have been impacted by severe mental illness, substance use, intergenerational trauma, grief, identity confusion, disappointment, and feelings of powerlessness.
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Hi, my name is Yesenia and I am a bilingual Spanish speaking therapist who has experience working with children and adults. I have 9 years of experience working as a therapist and have worked with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and marital stressors.
Hi, my name is Yesenia and I am a bilingual Spanish speaking therapist who has experience working with children and adults. I have 9 years of experience working as a therapist and have worked with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and marital stressors.
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Maggie Tysor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104 (Online Only)
You feel overwhelmed by the critical voice and racing thoughts in your mind. It feels nearly impossible to trust yourself, and you find yourself looking to anyone else to tell you “what to do.” This leaves you exhausted and feeling even more lost, confused, anxious, and depressed. You want to feel grounded, confident, and independent to have more space, energy, and motivation to be present and achieve your goals. If any of this resonates with you we may be a good fit to work together. I especially enjoy supporting individuals navigating codependent behaviors and enmeshed family systems.
You feel overwhelmed by the critical voice and racing thoughts in your mind. It feels nearly impossible to trust yourself, and you find yourself looking to anyone else to tell you “what to do.” This leaves you exhausted and feeling even more lost, confused, anxious, and depressed. You want to feel grounded, confident, and independent to have more space, energy, and motivation to be present and achieve your goals. If any of this resonates with you we may be a good fit to work together. I especially enjoy supporting individuals navigating codependent behaviors and enmeshed family systems.
![Photo of Esperanza (Espi) Applestein, MA, LMFT, 106076, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bb52bc79-3ef6-4a9f-98a1-1bd838b8cfaf/3/320x400.jpeg)
Esperanza (Espi) Applestein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, 106076
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92127 (Online Only)
My mission is to provide therapy to assist individuals in achieving emotional balance and well-being through therapy. Specializing in Complex Trauma, anxiety, PTSD, grief and depression, I am dedicated to helping those who are ready to address their emotional pain, explore unresolved issues, and uncover their potential while learning healthy strategies. With 20+ years of experience in the mental health field, working with adults, couples, families, children and adolescents, I offer a therapeutic environment where client feels safe, accepted and empowered to embark on their journey towards healing and personal growth.
My mission is to provide therapy to assist individuals in achieving emotional balance and well-being through therapy. Specializing in Complex Trauma, anxiety, PTSD, grief and depression, I am dedicated to helping those who are ready to address their emotional pain, explore unresolved issues, and uncover their potential while learning healthy strategies. With 20+ years of experience in the mental health field, working with adults, couples, families, children and adolescents, I offer a therapeutic environment where client feels safe, accepted and empowered to embark on their journey towards healing and personal growth.
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Hi there, I'm Daniel Sharer, LMFT89691. I pride myself on being non-judgmental and client centered. My goal is that a client feels a sense of hope that no matter the issue taking place that things can and will get better. I have experience working with adolescents 13 and older. However, I am comfortable working with adults at all ages.
Hi there, I'm Daniel Sharer, LMFT89691. I pride myself on being non-judgmental and client centered. My goal is that a client feels a sense of hope that no matter the issue taking place that things can and will get better. I have experience working with adolescents 13 and older. However, I am comfortable working with adults at all ages.
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Hello! My name is Elena Farias LCSW. I provide my clients with a warm, nonjudgmental space where they can explore their thoughts and feelings. Together we work collaboratively to build and strengthen their relationships, heal areas of their lives that have caused pain and trauma, as a result of our work together my client's become more aware of their inner strengths and build very rewarding lives.
Hello! My name is Elena Farias LCSW. I provide my clients with a warm, nonjudgmental space where they can explore their thoughts and feelings. Together we work collaboratively to build and strengthen their relationships, heal areas of their lives that have caused pain and trauma, as a result of our work together my client's become more aware of their inner strengths and build very rewarding lives.
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I'm a compassionate psychologist specializing in individual and couples therapy for adults, with expertise in infertility and maternal mental health. Tailoring my approach to each person's journey, I draw from Psychodynamic Theory to guide clients toward healing and growth. I create a space of trust and acceptance, offering empathy and gentle support through challenges. My expertise includes depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship dynamics, and identity exploration. I'm fluent in French, embrace diversity, and invite individuals and couples to join me in a journey of self-discovery and healing.
I'm a compassionate psychologist specializing in individual and couples therapy for adults, with expertise in infertility and maternal mental health. Tailoring my approach to each person's journey, I draw from Psychodynamic Theory to guide clients toward healing and growth. I create a space of trust and acceptance, offering empathy and gentle support through challenges. My expertise includes depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship dynamics, and identity exploration. I'm fluent in French, embrace diversity, and invite individuals and couples to join me in a journey of self-discovery and healing.
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The Heart of the Matter Relationship Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92110
We believe people possess the inner strength, imagination, and determination to meet life’s challenges, but sometimes we get stuck and forget that we have these abilities. Individual therapy presents an opportunity to understand your feelings, thoughts and behaviors in new ways. There are times when the challenges in life may lead to anxiety, depression, helplessness and despair. You may be feeling frightened, insecure, alone and lacking direction. We take the time to listen to your problems and understand your situation to help you live a fuller, more joyful and positive life.
We believe people possess the inner strength, imagination, and determination to meet life’s challenges, but sometimes we get stuck and forget that we have these abilities. Individual therapy presents an opportunity to understand your feelings, thoughts and behaviors in new ways. There are times when the challenges in life may lead to anxiety, depression, helplessness and despair. You may be feeling frightened, insecure, alone and lacking direction. We take the time to listen to your problems and understand your situation to help you live a fuller, more joyful and positive life.
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My name is Perla Barragan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I work with adults, and I specialize in anxiety, stress, and depression using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Strengths-Based Therapy to help my clients make progress, grow, and start feeling better. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Strengths Based Strengths-Based Therapy, as both modalities help me, and the client build a shared understanding of their reality where they are in life.
My name is Perla Barragan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I work with adults, and I specialize in anxiety, stress, and depression using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Strengths-Based Therapy to help my clients make progress, grow, and start feeling better. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Strengths Based Strengths-Based Therapy, as both modalities help me, and the client build a shared understanding of their reality where they are in life.
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Transcend Therapy, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAP
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92116
Hello! My name is Cecille Ahrens, LCSW, CEAP I am the owner of Transcend Therapy. We work from a strengths-based perspective, striving to connect you to your own power, strength and wisdom. We believe in the healing power of relationships, especially the one you have with yourself. Together, we will explore the reasons for your current predicament and focus on finding effective and long-lasting solutions. We have amazing therapists in CA and FL, with over 50+ yrs of combined experience. We are proud to have been featured on USA Today, PBS, VOGUE, YAHOO, VeryWellMind, CMAJ, Thrive, LAPP, The Greatist, SD Voyager & ShoutOut SOCAL!
Hello! My name is Cecille Ahrens, LCSW, CEAP I am the owner of Transcend Therapy. We work from a strengths-based perspective, striving to connect you to your own power, strength and wisdom. We believe in the healing power of relationships, especially the one you have with yourself. Together, we will explore the reasons for your current predicament and focus on finding effective and long-lasting solutions. We have amazing therapists in CA and FL, with over 50+ yrs of combined experience. We are proud to have been featured on USA Today, PBS, VOGUE, YAHOO, VeryWellMind, CMAJ, Thrive, LAPP, The Greatist, SD Voyager & ShoutOut SOCAL!
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Veroniki Usherenko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92128 (Online Only)
Life’s journey includes many difficulties, including challenges for individuals, couples, and families. Therapy provides a confidential and safe space where feelings can be explored, new skills can be acquired, and healing can begin. Seeking guidance is an important first step. I have experience working with those involved in domestic violence, sexual abuse, and other trauma. Trauma often surfaces in ways as we do not always know how to articulate and process our emotions. I take a collaborative approach with my clients to reinforce safety, identify problem areas, set goals, and learn to identify and express their feelings.
Life’s journey includes many difficulties, including challenges for individuals, couples, and families. Therapy provides a confidential and safe space where feelings can be explored, new skills can be acquired, and healing can begin. Seeking guidance is an important first step. I have experience working with those involved in domestic violence, sexual abuse, and other trauma. Trauma often surfaces in ways as we do not always know how to articulate and process our emotions. I take a collaborative approach with my clients to reinforce safety, identify problem areas, set goals, and learn to identify and express their feelings.
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The ideal client is MOTIVATED and realizes there is a need for CHANGE starting with one's self. Sometimes we just need that push in the right direction; a new set of eyes; that guidance to the answers that's already within. If that's what your're looking for, then you've found the right person! Are you struggling with your daily activities? Not feeling like yourself? Filled with constant worry? Just know you are not alone. Often times, life gets the best of us and we're bombarded with stress and life's constant demands. Let me help you to gain the tools to reduce those stressors and get back to enjoying life.
The ideal client is MOTIVATED and realizes there is a need for CHANGE starting with one's self. Sometimes we just need that push in the right direction; a new set of eyes; that guidance to the answers that's already within. If that's what your're looking for, then you've found the right person! Are you struggling with your daily activities? Not feeling like yourself? Filled with constant worry? Just know you are not alone. Often times, life gets the best of us and we're bombarded with stress and life's constant demands. Let me help you to gain the tools to reduce those stressors and get back to enjoying life.
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Amber McKinney-Morgan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92124 (Online Only)
We’re all doing the best we can with what we have to work with. Sometimes we can use some extra tools in our toolbox to support us in managing when life occurrences seem to pile up and we just need a break. Amber has experience in treating a range of symptoms, including those related to PTSD, anxiety and depression.
We’re all doing the best we can with what we have to work with. Sometimes we can use some extra tools in our toolbox to support us in managing when life occurrences seem to pile up and we just need a break. Amber has experience in treating a range of symptoms, including those related to PTSD, anxiety and depression.
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Welcome to my profile. I am a first-generation Latina American who holds a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management. I have been working in the behavioral health field since 2014 and am trained in a number of specialties, including Seeking Safety, Crisis-Oriented Recovery Services (CORS), Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Therapy, and LGBTQIA addiction treatment. During my career, I have served in various roles, such as Clinical Supervisor, Clinical Director, Lead Therapist, Executive Clinical Liaison, Therapist Mentor, BHT Supervisor, and Referral Coordinator.
Welcome to my profile. I am a first-generation Latina American who holds a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management. I have been working in the behavioral health field since 2014 and am trained in a number of specialties, including Seeking Safety, Crisis-Oriented Recovery Services (CORS), Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Therapy, and LGBTQIA addiction treatment. During my career, I have served in various roles, such as Clinical Supervisor, Clinical Director, Lead Therapist, Executive Clinical Liaison, Therapist Mentor, BHT Supervisor, and Referral Coordinator.