Therapists in San Diego, CA
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Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others.
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Christina Cabral, LMFT137667 Specialty areas: Anxiety, life transitions, attachment issues, anger management and perinatal mental health. Works with children, teens, & young adults. Utilizes an integrative approach composed of psychodynamic, CBT, mindfulness, client-centered, and strength -based interventions. I work from a client centered approach and value connection and the therapeutic relationship. I believe a safe, positive environment fosters the setting for vulnerability and comfortability.
Christina Cabral, LMFT137667 Specialty areas: Anxiety, life transitions, attachment issues, anger management and perinatal mental health. Works with children, teens, & young adults. Utilizes an integrative approach composed of psychodynamic, CBT, mindfulness, client-centered, and strength -based interventions. I work from a client centered approach and value connection and the therapeutic relationship. I believe a safe, positive environment fosters the setting for vulnerability and comfortability.
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Hello. My name is Brian Kaufman. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I am licensed in California with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, career difficulties, & bipolar disorder. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I have no defined approach. Every client is different and so my approach will be different. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Hello. My name is Brian Kaufman. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I am licensed in California with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, career difficulties, & bipolar disorder. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I have no defined approach. Every client is different and so my approach will be different. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
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I'm most comfortable with helping those who've experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral issues, anger, autism, self-esteem issues, and communication problems.
My name is R. Murray Frith, Ph.D. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has enjoyed working primarily with kids of all ages and their families for about 8 years. Previously, I worked as a social worker with foster kids and their foster families for about 10 years. I have gotten much positive feedback over the years for my work, from supervisors, colleagues, kids, and their other family members and have found it to be very rewarding.
I'm most comfortable with helping those who've experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral issues, anger, autism, self-esteem issues, and communication problems.
My name is R. Murray Frith, Ph.D. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has enjoyed working primarily with kids of all ages and their families for about 8 years. Previously, I worked as a social worker with foster kids and their foster families for about 10 years. I have gotten much positive feedback over the years for my work, from supervisors, colleagues, kids, and their other family members and have found it to be very rewarding.
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I've worked and learned from people of diverse backgrounds and phases in their lives. As a previous social worker in a nursing home for veterans, I knew the critical component of learning. My veterans shared life stories, experiences that I will never forget, and lessons I can relay.
I've worked and learned from people of diverse backgrounds and phases in their lives. As a previous social worker in a nursing home for veterans, I knew the critical component of learning. My veterans shared life stories, experiences that I will never forget, and lessons I can relay.
![Photo of Nancy Phillips, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a174255a-7f08-43fc-8401-4c2cae0b3711/1/320x400.jpeg)
Seeking support isn't always the easiest thing to do, and my intention is to stand beside you and empower you through your journey. I have an eclectic background in therapy training to more easily assist my clients in working through the issues at hand in the way most comfortable for them. I enjoy working with couples and families and specialize in children from 11-18, women facing a turning point or transition in their lives, folks from the LGBTQIA+ community, and individual adults. Sometimes it takes a team, and I would love to have the chance to partner with you in seeking mental wellness.
Seeking support isn't always the easiest thing to do, and my intention is to stand beside you and empower you through your journey. I have an eclectic background in therapy training to more easily assist my clients in working through the issues at hand in the way most comfortable for them. I enjoy working with couples and families and specialize in children from 11-18, women facing a turning point or transition in their lives, folks from the LGBTQIA+ community, and individual adults. Sometimes it takes a team, and I would love to have the chance to partner with you in seeking mental wellness.
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Thank you for viewing my profile, by the way, I am Evette Ybarra, LCSW. My goal is to be present while you are navigating your path/ journey in this challenging world! Helen Keller said, "Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experiences of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired, and success achieved.
Thank you for viewing my profile, by the way, I am Evette Ybarra, LCSW. My goal is to be present while you are navigating your path/ journey in this challenging world! Helen Keller said, "Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experiences of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired, and success achieved.
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Jessie (she/they) is a Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families. She has experience in dealing with a wide range of clinical and relational problems. Jessie is passionate about serving LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities.
Jessie (she/they) is a Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families. She has experience in dealing with a wide range of clinical and relational problems. Jessie is passionate about serving LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities.
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Hello, my name is Agueda Cabrera, I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. For over two decades, I have worked with individuals and families to help overcome symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress management, PTSD, and family problems. I utilize a strength-based approach as well as evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I offer warm and compassionate support and guidance to help clients focus on their strengths rather than their flaws allowing for growth during treatment.
Hello, my name is Agueda Cabrera, I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. For over two decades, I have worked with individuals and families to help overcome symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress management, PTSD, and family problems. I utilize a strength-based approach as well as evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I offer warm and compassionate support and guidance to help clients focus on their strengths rather than their flaws allowing for growth during treatment.
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My name is Yesica Solorio, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. As a therapist with over 13 years of experience, I enjoy working with children, families, adolescents, and the elderly. I enjoy providing support, understanding, and giving positive feedback to my clients. My goal is to support clients explore and understand their issues, build on their strengths, develop effective coping mechanism skills. The common types of therapy I focus on are Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Interpersonal therapy, Family therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, Art therapy, and Psychoeducation. I am fully bilingual/bicultural in Spanish.
My name is Yesica Solorio, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. As a therapist with over 13 years of experience, I enjoy working with children, families, adolescents, and the elderly. I enjoy providing support, understanding, and giving positive feedback to my clients. My goal is to support clients explore and understand their issues, build on their strengths, develop effective coping mechanism skills. The common types of therapy I focus on are Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Interpersonal therapy, Family therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, Art therapy, and Psychoeducation. I am fully bilingual/bicultural in Spanish.
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Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.
Do you feel depressed or anxious due to childhood trauma? Do you feel disconnected in your relationships with others? I’m here to help you develop an action plan for meaningful changes. My approach to therapy is relational and person-centered. I will work alongside you in a warm and understanding environment where you can explore your emotions and find better ways to deal with the stressors in your life.
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Vanessa Villasenor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Currently accepting new clients at A Place of Growth. Welcome, my name is Vanessa Villasenor and I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist who has experience providing child, teen and adult therapy in San Diego. The first goal will be to create a safe and comfortable counseling environment to and it is important to find a therapist that will work with you and whom you feel comfortable with in order to make the most progress. I provide a variety of counseling environments and styles to address your needs and have experience working with military families including both active duty members as well as their family members.
Currently accepting new clients at A Place of Growth. Welcome, my name is Vanessa Villasenor and I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist who has experience providing child, teen and adult therapy in San Diego. The first goal will be to create a safe and comfortable counseling environment to and it is important to find a therapist that will work with you and whom you feel comfortable with in order to make the most progress. I provide a variety of counseling environments and styles to address your needs and have experience working with military families including both active duty members as well as their family members.
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Kerri Gavin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92122 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Kerri! I have been working in the mental health field for over 30 years. I specialize in working with those with intellectual disabilities. I am compassionate, understanding, and able to meet them where they are. I like to work with the elderly with mental health challenges and those who need someone compassionate, interested in them, and able to make valuable suggestions. I work to provide coping skills, stress relief, trauma work, and medication referrals if needed. I use the Recovery Model, solution-focused, trauma-focused, and person-centered modalities.
Hi there, I'm Kerri! I have been working in the mental health field for over 30 years. I specialize in working with those with intellectual disabilities. I am compassionate, understanding, and able to meet them where they are. I like to work with the elderly with mental health challenges and those who need someone compassionate, interested in them, and able to make valuable suggestions. I work to provide coping skills, stress relief, trauma work, and medication referrals if needed. I use the Recovery Model, solution-focused, trauma-focused, and person-centered modalities.
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Claudia Salazar
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
My name is Claudia Salazar. I am a bilingual therapist in Spanish and English. I am experienced in working with individual and families of all ages. I have experience working with LGBTQ, a wide range of ethnicities, ages, and cultural backgrounds. I enjoy working with my clients to help build the skills needed to make lasting and positive changes.
My name is Claudia Salazar. I am a bilingual therapist in Spanish and English. I am experienced in working with individual and families of all ages. I have experience working with LGBTQ, a wide range of ethnicities, ages, and cultural backgrounds. I enjoy working with my clients to help build the skills needed to make lasting and positive changes.
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Hi. My name is Watha Dubonnet. In addition to being a Marriage and Family Therapist for thirty-plus years, I have raised three kids, been worked over by a two-year-old, and survived their teenage years. I fell in love with my Grandson, forgot how to say no, but he grew up in spite of me anyway. Life throws all kinds of fastballs at us sometimes and I am here to help. You are not alone. I generally work with clients who are seeking help, safety, and understanding of their current situation.
Hi. My name is Watha Dubonnet. In addition to being a Marriage and Family Therapist for thirty-plus years, I have raised three kids, been worked over by a two-year-old, and survived their teenage years. I fell in love with my Grandson, forgot how to say no, but he grew up in spite of me anyway. Life throws all kinds of fastballs at us sometimes and I am here to help. You are not alone. I generally work with clients who are seeking help, safety, and understanding of their current situation.
![Photo of Anita Prasad-Aguilera, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/852e0bee-f553-4412-8a78-4c4116d62d88/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Anita Prasad-Aguilera, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), based in Fresno, California. I am providing therapy statewide via telehealth. I work with adults of all ages specializing in anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life transitions. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults whose struggles are keeping them from the life they want. I am offering you a safe place to talk, space to heal, and strategies to cope with the difficult side of life. I will be with you as you navigate stressful situations, foster healthy connections, and work through past trauma.
My name is Anita Prasad-Aguilera, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), based in Fresno, California. I am providing therapy statewide via telehealth. I work with adults of all ages specializing in anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life transitions. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults whose struggles are keeping them from the life they want. I am offering you a safe place to talk, space to heal, and strategies to cope with the difficult side of life. I will be with you as you navigate stressful situations, foster healthy connections, and work through past trauma.
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Dr. Kathryn Dole, MA, Psy.D. Accepts insurance and private pay. Specializing in depression, anxiety, weight loss and maintenance, children, adolescents, couples, PTSD, recovery, trauma, behavioral and emotional issues, families, families in crisis addiction, and mental health. Hello, I am Dr. Kathryn Dole, I am a Licensed Marriage, Family (and Child) therapist. I am located in the greater Placer and Sacramento area of California and work with a wide variety of clients statewide via telehealth. My 30 years of experience and 28 years of education allow me to specialize in many different areas of mental health.
Dr. Kathryn Dole, MA, Psy.D. Accepts insurance and private pay. Specializing in depression, anxiety, weight loss and maintenance, children, adolescents, couples, PTSD, recovery, trauma, behavioral and emotional issues, families, families in crisis addiction, and mental health. Hello, I am Dr. Kathryn Dole, I am a Licensed Marriage, Family (and Child) therapist. I am located in the greater Placer and Sacramento area of California and work with a wide variety of clients statewide via telehealth. My 30 years of experience and 28 years of education allow me to specialize in many different areas of mental health.
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Hi, my name is Kimberly Ignacio and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working professionally in the fields of mental health and social services for 10+ years. The work and personal experiences encountered have helped me to empathize with my clients in hopes to build understanding and point out alternative perspectives to be observed. I apply an integrative approach compromised of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, and is Client Centered.
Hi, my name is Kimberly Ignacio and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working professionally in the fields of mental health and social services for 10+ years. The work and personal experiences encountered have helped me to empathize with my clients in hopes to build understanding and point out alternative perspectives to be observed. I apply an integrative approach compromised of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, and is Client Centered.
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Jose Oropeza Paredes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Jose Oropeza, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use. I utilize acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to support and assist my clients in their progress.
Hello, my name is Jose Oropeza, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use. I utilize acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to support and assist my clients in their progress.
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Amy is a compassionate LCSW utilizing her 10-plus years of experience and keen insight to enlighten and provide self-awareness to challenging life circumstances.
Amy is a compassionate LCSW utilizing her 10-plus years of experience and keen insight to enlighten and provide self-awareness to challenging life circumstances.
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Anger Management Therapists
How long does therapy take for anger management?
Treatment duration depends on the person’s specific challenges and circumstances. There are treatments for anger problems that are shorter and more goal-oriented, like Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which can last weeks to months. Others, like Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) may last between six months and a year, while a more intensive treatment, like psychodynamic therapy, is open-ended, and clients may see their therapist for a year or longer.
How do you know if you need therapy for anger management?
Everyone gets mad from time to time. But when angry outbursts become frequent and cause damage to relationships, whether at home or in the office, it may be a good time to look into therapy. A therapist can assess where a client’s anger may be coming from, suggest strategies for averting angry outbursts, and help a client create a plan to become a calmer version of themselves.
Is there medication for anger management?
Medications do exist that help people mitigate the feeling of anger, but these are reserved for people with anger-related psychiatric disorders, such as intermittent explosive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or in some cases borderline personality disorder. In these cases, antidepressant medications may be prescribed to help with the client’s symptoms. In most cases of anger management, however, talk therapy is the recommended treatment, along with lifestyle changes where relevant.
What’s the best way to encourage someone to seek help for anger issues?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either themselves or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.