Therapists in San Diego, CA
Jacob Munhoz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
In graduate school much of my research and clinical work was focused on interpersonal trauma, men and healthy, authentic masculinity, LGBT identity and relationships, and mindfulness and spirituality.
Psychotherapist James Finley says, “The tyranny of suffering lasts only as long as it takes for compassion to show up on the scene.” Many who find themselves reading this may experience themselves as subject to the ‘tyranny of suffering’ in some way and may be searching for a compassionate presence in which they can feel safe, be deeply seen, attentively listened to, and profoundly accepted. My name is Jacob Munhoz and I invite you to consider allowing me to be that compassionate presence for you. ***Out of deep respect for the confidential nature of this work, I do not work directly with insurance providers.***
In graduate school much of my research and clinical work was focused on interpersonal trauma, men and healthy, authentic masculinity, LGBT identity and relationships, and mindfulness and spirituality.
Psychotherapist James Finley says, “The tyranny of suffering lasts only as long as it takes for compassion to show up on the scene.” Many who find themselves reading this may experience themselves as subject to the ‘tyranny of suffering’ in some way and may be searching for a compassionate presence in which they can feel safe, be deeply seen, attentively listened to, and profoundly accepted. My name is Jacob Munhoz and I invite you to consider allowing me to be that compassionate presence for you. ***Out of deep respect for the confidential nature of this work, I do not work directly with insurance providers.***
Ben Cobos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103 (Online Only)
I have experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community, people who are conflicted with their spirituality, and men’s issues.
Life is beautiful, and helping clients see that vision again has become my passion. I believe in creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship where clients feel seen, heard, and validated.
I have experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community, people who are conflicted with their spirituality, and men’s issues.
Life is beautiful, and helping clients see that vision again has become my passion. I believe in creating a collaborative therapeutic relationship where clients feel seen, heard, and validated.
Gregory Buttner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92130 (Online Only)
Experience the compassionate care and expertise of Dr. Greg Buttner, a leading therapist specializing in integrative psychotherapy. Allow him to guide you through the healing process, addressing trauma, family system issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders. With his support, you can find the strength to overcome challenges and live a fulfilling and connected life.
Experience the compassionate care and expertise of Dr. Greg Buttner, a leading therapist specializing in integrative psychotherapy. Allow him to guide you through the healing process, addressing trauma, family system issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders. With his support, you can find the strength to overcome challenges and live a fulfilling and connected life.
I specialize in working with high functioning professionals seeking personal and professional growth and development. Issues of expertise include professional athletes, leadership development, grief, chronic stress, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, parenting, perfectionism, men's intimacy issues, patterns of addiction, professional burnout and integrating one's spirituality in day to day life. I work from a developmental, depth perspective customized to an individual's unique challenges and goals. I enjoy helping high achieving adults fulfill their personal, professional and relationship potential while creatively addressing areas of challenge.
I specialize in working with high functioning professionals seeking personal and professional growth and development. Issues of expertise include professional athletes, leadership development, grief, chronic stress, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, parenting, perfectionism, men's intimacy issues, patterns of addiction, professional burnout and integrating one's spirituality in day to day life. I work from a developmental, depth perspective customized to an individual's unique challenges and goals. I enjoy helping high achieving adults fulfill their personal, professional and relationship potential while creatively addressing areas of challenge.
Hello, my name is Dr. Ricky Metcalfe. Thank you for visiting my page and for your interest in getting to know me. I am a native San Diegan and hope to inspire healing and love in our community. I enjoy working with adults and teens, military populations and their dependents, and anyone seeking general coping strategies for life stressors and guidance toward a more authentic and joyful life.
Hello, my name is Dr. Ricky Metcalfe. Thank you for visiting my page and for your interest in getting to know me. I am a native San Diegan and hope to inspire healing and love in our community. I enjoy working with adults and teens, military populations and their dependents, and anyone seeking general coping strategies for life stressors and guidance toward a more authentic and joyful life.
I’m passionate about working with all types of individuals facing a wide variety of challenges. People come to therapy because they’re wanting support, change, or healing. I believe that together we can co-create a therapy space that helps accomplish this. I have experience helping people with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, low self-esteem, and self harm. As a gay man, I have particular clinical interest, personal experience, and professional knowledge helping individuals seeking therapy to process their sexual identity. Additionally, I'm trained in EMDR for trauma reprocessing and recovery.
I’m passionate about working with all types of individuals facing a wide variety of challenges. People come to therapy because they’re wanting support, change, or healing. I believe that together we can co-create a therapy space that helps accomplish this. I have experience helping people with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, low self-esteem, and self harm. As a gay man, I have particular clinical interest, personal experience, and professional knowledge helping individuals seeking therapy to process their sexual identity. Additionally, I'm trained in EMDR for trauma reprocessing and recovery.
Hello I’m Ray, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in the field. I am passionate about helping people find purpose and partner with you as you set out to live your best life. You may be ready for significant change or just a little change. That's great, and I will meet you where you are at! I am here for you. I specialize in life transitions, spirituality, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I utilize interventions from a variety of treatment families including CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing and family systems techniques to affect change according to your individual needs.
Hello I’m Ray, a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 25 years of experience in the field. I am passionate about helping people find purpose and partner with you as you set out to live your best life. You may be ready for significant change or just a little change. That's great, and I will meet you where you are at! I am here for you. I specialize in life transitions, spirituality, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I utilize interventions from a variety of treatment families including CBT, DBT, ACT, motivational interviewing and family systems techniques to affect change according to your individual needs.
Dustin Kerrone
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
I combine many powerful modalities, including Jungian inner work, neuroscience, fitness, career, and spirituality, but I will carefully tailor my approach to honor your unique needs and possibilities.
Love. Joy. Ecstasy. Awe. In my 18 years of clinical experience, I’ve discovered that we each have far more capacity for these expansive feelings than we often realize. Whether you are contending with many challenges, or feel ready to fly through the stars, I can work with you collaboratively to shape a life that fulfills your highest dreams, and maybe even soars beyond them. I’m eager to share what I’ve learned about our abilities to break out of old patterns of pain, fear, and shame into fruitful creativity and communion with the most inspiring aspects of being alive.
I combine many powerful modalities, including Jungian inner work, neuroscience, fitness, career, and spirituality, but I will carefully tailor my approach to honor your unique needs and possibilities.
Love. Joy. Ecstasy. Awe. In my 18 years of clinical experience, I’ve discovered that we each have far more capacity for these expansive feelings than we often realize. Whether you are contending with many challenges, or feel ready to fly through the stars, I can work with you collaboratively to shape a life that fulfills your highest dreams, and maybe even soars beyond them. I’m eager to share what I’ve learned about our abilities to break out of old patterns of pain, fear, and shame into fruitful creativity and communion with the most inspiring aspects of being alive.
William Christopher Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MFA
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92122
I have a diverse background in many types of therapy.
I work in an open, non-judgmental, and friendly way to help people find a sense of wholeness and peace in their lives. With a background in psychotherapy, spiritual counseling, meditation, and mindfulness, my work focuses on a persons inner strength. I work with individuals, couples, and families on areas ranging from life decisions, self-inquiry, spirituality, relationships and sexuality.
I have a diverse background in many types of therapy.
I work in an open, non-judgmental, and friendly way to help people find a sense of wholeness and peace in their lives. With a background in psychotherapy, spiritual counseling, meditation, and mindfulness, my work focuses on a persons inner strength. I work with individuals, couples, and families on areas ranging from life decisions, self-inquiry, spirituality, relationships and sexuality.
My name is Eric Saprid and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. I believe in treating everyone with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focus, motivational interviewing, and spirituality. Common theoretical approaches that I integrate into my practice are Cognitive Theory, Hu manistic approach, and Erikson's Stages of Development. I have vast experience using cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing in my practice.
My name is Eric Saprid and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. I believe in treating everyone with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focus, motivational interviewing, and spirituality. Common theoretical approaches that I integrate into my practice are Cognitive Theory, Hu manistic approach, and Erikson's Stages of Development. I have vast experience using cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing in my practice.
Hi, I’m Kevin. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience working in the mental health field. I’m passionate about helping my clients come to a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships with others, their perception of life and the world, and discover how to move forward on their own path into an ever-expanding sense of connectivity, meaning, purpose, and fulfillment.
Hi, I’m Kevin. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over ten years of experience working in the mental health field. I’m passionate about helping my clients come to a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships with others, their perception of life and the world, and discover how to move forward on their own path into an ever-expanding sense of connectivity, meaning, purpose, and fulfillment.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92182 (Online Only)
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and burdened by past traumas, perhaps ones tied to your cultural or sexual identity? Do you struggle with anxiety or spirituality and yearn for a deeper connection with nature? Imagine a therapeutic experience that goes beyond traditional methods, one that reconnects you with your mind, body, and the natural world. Together, we can work towards a balanced, fulfilling life where you feel empowered to face challenges and embrace opportunities. If you're ready for this journey, I'm here to walk it with you.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and burdened by past traumas, perhaps ones tied to your cultural or sexual identity? Do you struggle with anxiety or spirituality and yearn for a deeper connection with nature? Imagine a therapeutic experience that goes beyond traditional methods, one that reconnects you with your mind, body, and the natural world. Together, we can work towards a balanced, fulfilling life where you feel empowered to face challenges and embrace opportunities. If you're ready for this journey, I'm here to walk it with you.
Andre Liebenberg
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92116
This space can not only help you identify the parts that make you beautifully unique, but can also allow for the full expression of that authentic, integrated hu man being.
Do you have difficulty exchanging self-criticism with curiosity? Condemnation with compassion? The journey to becoming our true selves begins with an invitation to invade our own privacy with a gentle sense of wonder. I extend this invitation to you today. I particularly enjoy working with individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety and spiritual issues.
This space can not only help you identify the parts that make you beautifully unique, but can also allow for the full expression of that authentic, integrated hu man being.
Do you have difficulty exchanging self-criticism with curiosity? Condemnation with compassion? The journey to becoming our true selves begins with an invitation to invade our own privacy with a gentle sense of wonder. I extend this invitation to you today. I particularly enjoy working with individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety and spiritual issues.
Jeff K. Larsen: San Diego's "Cool Counselor"
MA, BCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92105
I am a fun, compassionate, and very easy-to-talk-to counselor. I have helped hundreds of people create better lives for themselves in a short amount of time thanks to good therapy. My work has been featured on FOX5 News, Good Morning San Diego, the CW6, WebMD and The San Diego Union Tribune. I speak both English and some Spanish and have a beautiful office in Mission Valley with lots of free parking to better serve you. Please check out my website...www.coolcounselorsd.com!
I am a fun, compassionate, and very easy-to-talk-to counselor. I have helped hundreds of people create better lives for themselves in a short amount of time thanks to good therapy. My work has been featured on FOX5 News, Good Morning San Diego, the CW6, WebMD and The San Diego Union Tribune. I speak both English and some Spanish and have a beautiful office in Mission Valley with lots of free parking to better serve you. Please check out my website...www.coolcounselorsd.com!
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. I work under the firm belief that trust is the most important factor in a client-therapist relationship. This occupation is so much more than just an job in for me...it is my passion. I look forward to meeting you!
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. I work under the firm belief that trust is the most important factor in a client-therapist relationship. This occupation is so much more than just an job in for me...it is my passion. I look forward to meeting you!
Advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and have completed Level 1 Training in Gott man Method Couples Therapy and utilize the most effective approach for the challenges you share.
We, as hu mans, are wired for relationship and connection. Often challenges in life bring about difficulties that are deeply troubling and painful and get in the way of our relationship with our self and others. My desire is to help you navigate these challenges to help restore hope and healing in your life and relationships with others. I approach our time together as an honor and privilege, and want our time to be safe and transformational.
Advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and have completed Level 1 Training in Gott man Method Couples Therapy and utilize the most effective approach for the challenges you share.
We, as hu mans, are wired for relationship and connection. Often challenges in life bring about difficulties that are deeply troubling and painful and get in the way of our relationship with our self and others. My desire is to help you navigate these challenges to help restore hope and healing in your life and relationships with others. I approach our time together as an honor and privilege, and want our time to be safe and transformational.
The philosophy is people + relationship = the good life. One's relationship to others and oneself is the basis of my work. Healing from the past, knowing the freedom of a better life, and becoming able to give and receive love are the transformative results of doing good work. Our work is successful when you become more of the person you are supposed to be: a whole person in life-giving relationship. My specialty is within the overlapping layers of say anxiety, depression, an unfolding course of work, and a better than expected day. Being a generalist, by specialty, my experience is in taking you as I find you.
The philosophy is people + relationship = the good life. One's relationship to others and oneself is the basis of my work. Healing from the past, knowing the freedom of a better life, and becoming able to give and receive love are the transformative results of doing good work. Our work is successful when you become more of the person you are supposed to be: a whole person in life-giving relationship. My specialty is within the overlapping layers of say anxiety, depression, an unfolding course of work, and a better than expected day. Being a generalist, by specialty, my experience is in taking you as I find you.
I use this understanding of the hu man condition to create empathy, which is the most healing aspect of the therapeutic experience.
I am a spiritually-oriented Jungian therapist. I believe we are all here for a reason, part of which is to thrive and help others thrive as well. I would love to help you heal and achieve your life’s purpose. You have been just surviving for too long; it’s time to start thriving.
I use this understanding of the hu man condition to create empathy, which is the most healing aspect of the therapeutic experience.
I am a spiritually-oriented Jungian therapist. I believe we are all here for a reason, part of which is to thrive and help others thrive as well. I would love to help you heal and achieve your life’s purpose. You have been just surviving for too long; it’s time to start thriving.
David Fulton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92117
Are you struggling with anxiety or past trauma, especially if previous therapies haven't led to the progress you hoped for? I specialize in deep therapeutic work that uncovers unconscious patterns and narratives shaping our lives. This approach not only reveals hidden dynamics but also fosters pathways for healing and self-awareness. If you're ready for a transformative journey that deeply explores your psyche, I offer dedicated guidance to help you achieve profound change, understand your true self, and equip you with tools to reclaim control, make conscious choices, and live a life aligned with your deepest values.
Are you struggling with anxiety or past trauma, especially if previous therapies haven't led to the progress you hoped for? I specialize in deep therapeutic work that uncovers unconscious patterns and narratives shaping our lives. This approach not only reveals hidden dynamics but also fosters pathways for healing and self-awareness. If you're ready for a transformative journey that deeply explores your psyche, I offer dedicated guidance to help you achieve profound change, understand your true self, and equip you with tools to reclaim control, make conscious choices, and live a life aligned with your deepest values.
Project Management Professional.
Who you are: Between the ages of 25 and 45. Life is "good" ~ not great. You have a sense that things should be a certain way, but they aren't. There is a gap. The gap may be clear ~ it may not. What is clear is that what has worked up until this point won't get you to where you want to be. You are ready for a change.
Project Management Professional.
Who you are: Between the ages of 25 and 45. Life is "good" ~ not great. You have a sense that things should be a certain way, but they aren't. There is a gap. The gap may be clear ~ it may not. What is clear is that what has worked up until this point won't get you to where you want to be. You are ready for a change.
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Male Therapists
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.