Multicultural Therapists in San Diego, CA

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Yessica Mendoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130  (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Yessica Mendoza, LMFT 103573. I am a Mexican, bilingual therapist who aims to provide client-centered, strength-based, and multicultural approaches to my sessions. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and multigenerational issues.
Hi, I’m Yessica Mendoza, LMFT 103573. I am a Mexican, bilingual therapist who aims to provide client-centered, strength-based, and multicultural approaches to my sessions. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and multigenerational issues.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Hanna Chung
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130  (Online Only)
I am also comfortable working with all ethnicities, intercultural couples, and multicultural issues.
My name is Hanna Chung, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide telehealth therapy services throughout California and work primarily with adult individuals and couples struggling with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma. My approach to therapy is relational, attachment-focused, strength-based, and collaborative. I utilize multiple approaches when working with clients, but my primary modality includes but is not exclusive to client-focused, attachment-based, cognitive-behavioral, Interpersonal, and Restoration Therapy.
I am also comfortable working with all ethnicities, intercultural couples, and multicultural issues.
My name is Hanna Chung, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide telehealth therapy services throughout California and work primarily with adult individuals and couples struggling with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma. My approach to therapy is relational, attachment-focused, strength-based, and collaborative. I utilize multiple approaches when working with clients, but my primary modality includes but is not exclusive to client-focused, attachment-based, cognitive-behavioral, Interpersonal, and Restoration Therapy.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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EMDR Trauma Therapy for Teens & Adults
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
Hello! We are so grateful that you've embarked on this journey of self-discovery, growth, & healing. We are a group practice based out of California and collectively, we have over a decade of experience in the helping profession, assisting children, teens, and adults. Our approach involves viewing situations through a multicultural lens, enabling us to comprehend your unique needs through active listening, empathy, and a non-judgmental perspective. We specialize in EMDR, CBT, Solution-Focused Treatment, & Mindfulness.
Hello! We are so grateful that you've embarked on this journey of self-discovery, growth, & healing. We are a group practice based out of California and collectively, we have over a decade of experience in the helping profession, assisting children, teens, and adults. Our approach involves viewing situations through a multicultural lens, enabling us to comprehend your unique needs through active listening, empathy, and a non-judgmental perspective. We specialize in EMDR, CBT, Solution-Focused Treatment, & Mindfulness.
(310) 570-2494 View (310) 570-2494
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Michael Levy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAP
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92121  (Online Only)
Multicultural services, with the many meanings that the term implies, have long been a cornerstone of his practice.
Mike's work has been empowering adults from a variety of cultural backgrounds and identities for over 25 years, helping people to live their best lives with brief and longer-term individual or couples therapy. His expertise in work and career issues, trauma, depression, unfulfilling relationships, and more offers clients new hope and opportunities for growth. A compassionate therapist committed to providing high quality psychotherapy to discerning clients, he uses a variety of approaches to support your growth, based on collaboration in the therapeutic relationship, understanding and the power of genuine concern to promote healing.
Multicultural services, with the many meanings that the term implies, have long been a cornerstone of his practice.
Mike's work has been empowering adults from a variety of cultural backgrounds and identities for over 25 years, helping people to live their best lives with brief and longer-term individual or couples therapy. His expertise in work and career issues, trauma, depression, unfulfilling relationships, and more offers clients new hope and opportunities for growth. A compassionate therapist committed to providing high quality psychotherapy to discerning clients, he uses a variety of approaches to support your growth, based on collaboration in the therapeutic relationship, understanding and the power of genuine concern to promote healing.
(858) 223-6912 View (858) 223-6912
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Sofia Fani Mossa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101
Are you a caregiver of a loved one diagnosed with dementia? Are you going through multicultural family and relationship dynamics? Are you seeking support and guidance in your foster care or adoption journey? With my 18 years of experience with these considerations, I bring positive, genuine and sincere support to my clinical practice. My goal in therapy is to provide a safe, trusting and supportive space where together we can bring awareness, identify solutions and create balance in your life.
Are you a caregiver of a loved one diagnosed with dementia? Are you going through multicultural family and relationship dynamics? Are you seeking support and guidance in your foster care or adoption journey? With my 18 years of experience with these considerations, I bring positive, genuine and sincere support to my clinical practice. My goal in therapy is to provide a safe, trusting and supportive space where together we can bring awareness, identify solutions and create balance in your life.
(714) 497-1969 View (714) 497-1969
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Dr. Richie Koenig
Registered Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103  (Online Only)
Dr. Richie Koenig specializes in treating ADHD, queer issues, depression, anxiety, and trauma related disorders. He has worked in a variety of clinical settings throughout California and has experience working with a wide range of presenting concerns, including life transitions, family conflict, and grief. His therapeutic approach is both neurodiverse and queer affirming, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive; he centers psychodynamic, multicultural, somatic, and relational approaches that continuously integrated with the instrumental features of evidence-based modalities including CBT and DBT.
Dr. Richie Koenig specializes in treating ADHD, queer issues, depression, anxiety, and trauma related disorders. He has worked in a variety of clinical settings throughout California and has experience working with a wide range of presenting concerns, including life transitions, family conflict, and grief. His therapeutic approach is both neurodiverse and queer affirming, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive; he centers psychodynamic, multicultural, somatic, and relational approaches that continuously integrated with the instrumental features of evidence-based modalities including CBT and DBT.
(310) 356-3793 View (310) 356-3793
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Deeper Than Color
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92116  (Online Only)
Our experienced clinicians are trained in social justice and multicultural counseling.
Deeper Than Color is a team of therapists who offer psychotherapy addresseing oppression, discrimination, and marginalization. We work to empower Black, Asian, Pacific Islander, Latino (Latine/x), Indigionous and Native American, and other People of Color as well as LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, performer, educator, and professional clients. We focus on your goals and create safe spaces where you can share without judgment. We work with you to heal trauma, embrace identity, and improve relationships. We also help you cope with stress, overcome barriers, and achieve your aspirations. We are here to support you.
Our experienced clinicians are trained in social justice and multicultural counseling.
Deeper Than Color is a team of therapists who offer psychotherapy addresseing oppression, discrimination, and marginalization. We work to empower Black, Asian, Pacific Islander, Latino (Latine/x), Indigionous and Native American, and other People of Color as well as LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, performer, educator, and professional clients. We focus on your goals and create safe spaces where you can share without judgment. We work with you to heal trauma, embrace identity, and improve relationships. We also help you cope with stress, overcome barriers, and achieve your aspirations. We are here to support you.
(415) 301-4390 View (415) 301-4390
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Lanore Giegerich
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92113
After graduating, I received years of training experience working with death and dying, multicultural issues, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, sexual abuse, and meditation.
It is my belief that we are all experts in our own lives and personal experiences. My role as Marriage Family Therapist is to work collaboratively with my clients to find solutions that work for them as an individual. I provide initial assessments and brief individual psychotherapy. I am bi-lingual Spanish speaking, and I hold a BA in Anthropology and Latin American Studies from UCSC. I graduated with a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology.
After graduating, I received years of training experience working with death and dying, multicultural issues, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, sexual abuse, and meditation.
It is my belief that we are all experts in our own lives and personal experiences. My role as Marriage Family Therapist is to work collaboratively with my clients to find solutions that work for them as an individual. I provide initial assessments and brief individual psychotherapy. I am bi-lingual Spanish speaking, and I hold a BA in Anthropology and Latin American Studies from UCSC. I graduated with a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology.
(562) 568-5869 View (562) 568-5869
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Yuhyeon (Lee) Urias
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92128  (Online Only)
I've been working with adult children of immigrants and multicultural/interracial couples who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issue, adults’ ADHD, boundaries issues, and trauma in therapy, I collaborate with my clients on finding effective ways of communication, changing irrational beliefs, learning/setting healthier boundaries, and identifying/expressing emotions. I try to assist them to interpret their issues from different angles. Although it can be challenging to achieve our therapeutic goals, I trust that my clients can work through this journey because they're resilient and strong.
I've been working with adult children of immigrants and multicultural/interracial couples who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issue, adults’ ADHD, boundaries issues, and trauma in therapy, I collaborate with my clients on finding effective ways of communication, changing irrational beliefs, learning/setting healthier boundaries, and identifying/expressing emotions. I try to assist them to interpret their issues from different angles. Although it can be challenging to achieve our therapeutic goals, I trust that my clients can work through this journey because they're resilient and strong.
(818) 873-2592 View (818) 873-2592
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Ava Shakib
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103  (Online Only)
My practice is especially guided by multicultural, relational, somatic, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive therapy frameworks.
I help you assess your relationships and surroundings, to help make life feel more pleasurable, manageable, and fulfilling. Together we'll work to expand your support systems, explore your values, and find your voice. I value your personal histories, cultures, and social environments and prioritize this while we explore your mental, physical, and sexual well-being together.
My practice is especially guided by multicultural, relational, somatic, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive therapy frameworks.
I help you assess your relationships and surroundings, to help make life feel more pleasurable, manageable, and fulfilling. Together we'll work to expand your support systems, explore your values, and find your voice. I value your personal histories, cultures, and social environments and prioritize this while we explore your mental, physical, and sexual well-being together.
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Lluvia Hetrick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92127
My education and personal life experience provide me with a multicultural lens focused on compassion, acceptance, and curiosity.
My approach to therapy focuses on building the therapeutic relationship and supporting each client with an individualized treatment plan to support their needs. I am a trauma-focused therapist and believe presenting problems that bring people to therapy are rooted in earlier experiences. Brainspotting is a gentle yet effective neurobiological approach to treat symptoms of anxiety, depression, panic disorder, PTSD, attachment wounds, etc.
My education and personal life experience provide me with a multicultural lens focused on compassion, acceptance, and curiosity.
My approach to therapy focuses on building the therapeutic relationship and supporting each client with an individualized treatment plan to support their needs. I am a trauma-focused therapist and believe presenting problems that bring people to therapy are rooted in earlier experiences. Brainspotting is a gentle yet effective neurobiological approach to treat symptoms of anxiety, depression, panic disorder, PTSD, attachment wounds, etc.
(562) 539-2333 View (562) 539-2333
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Anuja Patel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92145  (Online Only)
As an immigrant, I am passionate about working with immigrants and adult children of immigrants who experience stressors, such as balancing a bicultural/ multicultural identity and navigating the barriers of a new country.
Therapy can be intimidating and unfamiliar, which is why I aim to create a safe space for my clients to express their emotions, experiences, and challenges. I believe a non-judgmental environment and a trusting relationship are fundamental in fostering the therapeutic alliance. In the therapy process, I invite my clients to engage in exploration to help them gain insight into their patterns of behavior. My approach encourages self-empowerment by allowing clients to be active participants in the change process and ultimately reach the personal growth they desire.
As an immigrant, I am passionate about working with immigrants and adult children of immigrants who experience stressors, such as balancing a bicultural/ multicultural identity and navigating the barriers of a new country.
Therapy can be intimidating and unfamiliar, which is why I aim to create a safe space for my clients to express their emotions, experiences, and challenges. I believe a non-judgmental environment and a trusting relationship are fundamental in fostering the therapeutic alliance. In the therapy process, I invite my clients to engage in exploration to help them gain insight into their patterns of behavior. My approach encourages self-empowerment by allowing clients to be active participants in the change process and ultimately reach the personal growth they desire.
(669) 222-7960 View (669) 222-7960
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Somatic Science Nervous System Regulation
SEP, CQM, MA
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92110
It also empowers me to work with, understand & influence the work of psychiatrists, physicians, psychotherapists and other helping professionals at a multicultural scale.
The essence of this approach Somatic Science (R) is highly effective at supporting your nervous system to become regulated, relaxed and harmonized with itself & the external environment. This approach helps you to develop a basic capacity for self-attunement and self-regulation, which are essential for satisfying relationships with yourself and others.  Ultimately, this approach can result in a depth and breadth of self-discovery, presence, joy and peace that most spiritual traditions claim to be extremely rare. ​The aim of our approach is to enjoy life with happiness; no more and no less. Our physiology is at the core of happiness.
It also empowers me to work with, understand & influence the work of psychiatrists, physicians, psychotherapists and other helping professionals at a multicultural scale.
The essence of this approach Somatic Science (R) is highly effective at supporting your nervous system to become regulated, relaxed and harmonized with itself & the external environment. This approach helps you to develop a basic capacity for self-attunement and self-regulation, which are essential for satisfying relationships with yourself and others.  Ultimately, this approach can result in a depth and breadth of self-discovery, presence, joy and peace that most spiritual traditions claim to be extremely rare. ​The aim of our approach is to enjoy life with happiness; no more and no less. Our physiology is at the core of happiness.
(760) 840-2074 View (760) 840-2074
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ANKH Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92105
Welcome to my mobile practice, where I bring the healing to you! Licensed since 1997, I offer a wealth of professional and personal lived experience to assist you with both your individual and family needs. If you join me we will work together to reach your goals. It is hard work to become our best selves & live our best lives, free from harmful responses due to wounds & holes, left over from an earlier life. You will have the support to overcome obstacles to healing the past, staying present and embracing the future, all this while developing a better understanding & acceptance for yourself, and others just as you are.
Welcome to my mobile practice, where I bring the healing to you! Licensed since 1997, I offer a wealth of professional and personal lived experience to assist you with both your individual and family needs. If you join me we will work together to reach your goals. It is hard work to become our best selves & live our best lives, free from harmful responses due to wounds & holes, left over from an earlier life. You will have the support to overcome obstacles to healing the past, staying present and embracing the future, all this while developing a better understanding & acceptance for yourself, and others just as you are.
(619) 332-4808 View (619) 332-4808
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Shera Daroga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
Hi there! I'm Shera and my pronouns are she/her/hers. Thanks for stopping by! Have you been feeling isolated or lonely lately? Needing support, whether LGBTQIA+ , sexism, racism, ableism, or anything else that resonates with you? Let's work together to build your sense of self. Ready to make a significant shift in who you are and how you show up in life? Or questioning your purpose? Or perhaps you're struggling with all that is happening in our world these days and need an outlet to talk about it.
Hi there! I'm Shera and my pronouns are she/her/hers. Thanks for stopping by! Have you been feeling isolated or lonely lately? Needing support, whether LGBTQIA+ , sexism, racism, ableism, or anything else that resonates with you? Let's work together to build your sense of self. Ready to make a significant shift in who you are and how you show up in life? Or questioning your purpose? Or perhaps you're struggling with all that is happening in our world these days and need an outlet to talk about it.
(310) 807-6985 View (310) 807-6985
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Dr. Joshua Morrison
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Finding and embracing an authentic self is one of the core missions of adult life. What too often corrupts this search, though, is the phenomenon of shame - a destructive force if there ever was one. Shame can contribute to substance use, depression, anxiety, interpersonal struggles, poor health outcomes, maladaptive trauma responses, and, at extremes, psychosis and suicidal ideation. Such maladies, when approached in the context of a compassionate and trusting therapeutic relationship, can be transformed into signs pointing the way toward a meaningful and fulfilling sense of self.
Finding and embracing an authentic self is one of the core missions of adult life. What too often corrupts this search, though, is the phenomenon of shame - a destructive force if there ever was one. Shame can contribute to substance use, depression, anxiety, interpersonal struggles, poor health outcomes, maladaptive trauma responses, and, at extremes, psychosis and suicidal ideation. Such maladies, when approached in the context of a compassionate and trusting therapeutic relationship, can be transformed into signs pointing the way toward a meaningful and fulfilling sense of self.
(619) 815-4658 View (619) 815-4658
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The Relationship Institute
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92126
At the Relationship Institute, we know you may feel disconnected—whether within yourself, with a partner, or in your family. Perhaps you’re navigating transitions, relationship conflicts, or family stress, leaving you feeling isolated. You want to feel seen, valued, and connected in meaningful relationships. We’re here to support you on that journey. Together, we’ll work to build self-compassion, strengthen your bonds, and create harmony in your relationships. You don’t have to do this alone; let’s nurture the connections that matter most to you.
At the Relationship Institute, we know you may feel disconnected—whether within yourself, with a partner, or in your family. Perhaps you’re navigating transitions, relationship conflicts, or family stress, leaving you feeling isolated. You want to feel seen, valued, and connected in meaningful relationships. We’re here to support you on that journey. Together, we’ll work to build self-compassion, strengthen your bonds, and create harmony in your relationships. You don’t have to do this alone; let’s nurture the connections that matter most to you.
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Sylvia Padilla Sullivan, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
When someone significant in your life is acting out, it’s maddening. Is it them?..is it you? Are you weighed down with the effects of being raised by emotionally immature parents? Regardless, something has to shift. If you're in that space with your child, parent, or someone else; you know it can be a source of real suffering. There may be anger, depression, anxiety..it is stressful at the very least. Don't do this alone. Let's talk.
When someone significant in your life is acting out, it’s maddening. Is it them?..is it you? Are you weighed down with the effects of being raised by emotionally immature parents? Regardless, something has to shift. If you're in that space with your child, parent, or someone else; you know it can be a source of real suffering. There may be anger, depression, anxiety..it is stressful at the very least. Don't do this alone. Let's talk.
(619) 473-7142 View (619) 473-7142
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Marie Secrist
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92128  (Online Only)
I value building on your resiliency to facilitate growth towards your personal goals. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. Specifically, I focus on treating trauma and am a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) therapist. I strive to help individuals who struggle with trauma symptoms by providing trauma informed care. Also, as a clinician who values working with children with behavioral difficulties, I provide quality Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) to restore the parent-child relationship for children 2-7 years old.
I value building on your resiliency to facilitate growth towards your personal goals. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. Specifically, I focus on treating trauma and am a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) therapist. I strive to help individuals who struggle with trauma symptoms by providing trauma informed care. Also, as a clinician who values working with children with behavioral difficulties, I provide quality Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) to restore the parent-child relationship for children 2-7 years old.
(858) 704-2346 View (858) 704-2346
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Mary Jordan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103
Do you find yourself shut down or suppress your feelings? Do you struggle in relationships due to your trauma? Are you unsure of where you belong? I work with people of all identities to process unresolved feelings due to trauma. I strive to provide you a safe and non-judgmental space, in order for you to develop coping mechanisms for trauma symptoms (anxiety, depression, addiction, etc.) and to explore aspects of yourself. I can help you let go of Past HURTS and develop tools to find RELIEF.
Do you find yourself shut down or suppress your feelings? Do you struggle in relationships due to your trauma? Are you unsure of where you belong? I work with people of all identities to process unresolved feelings due to trauma. I strive to provide you a safe and non-judgmental space, in order for you to develop coping mechanisms for trauma symptoms (anxiety, depression, addiction, etc.) and to explore aspects of yourself. I can help you let go of Past HURTS and develop tools to find RELIEF.
(619) 340-0084 View (619) 340-0084
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