Psychoanalytic Therapists in San Diego, CA

Welcome. First I would like to recognize your strength and courage to seek out mental health support. Life can be challenging to manage. And oftentimes, the toughest part is deciding to reach out for support.

When nothing you try is working and life just isn't getting any better, my horses and I can help. Your session will start with increasing awareness of your body and emotions through a series of mental exercises and physical movements. When we have identified the day's concern, we will move to the barn. You will be introduced to one of our well-trained horses and you will be taught the skills needed to make improvements in your life. This could include anything from standing and talking next to the horse all the way to interacting with the horse in a small arena.

Hi! I want to start by saying how much I admire you for taking this big leap—it's a brave and commendable step toward feeling better. I'm proud of you. Next, I'll give you a quick snapshot of my style, skillset, and what I offer. Empathic by nature, I am passionate about the well-being and success of my clients and will work alongside you to achieve your mental health goals. I work with individuals of all ages, but I tend to see many children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders.

I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker certified in Individual Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with more than half a decade of experience working with youth, adults, and older adults in both English and Spanish. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the California State University of Fullerton, specializing in community mental health.

If you are suffering from PTSD symptoms, depression, and anxiety, or If you are feeling stressed and overwhelmed, low energy, body aches, unable to concentrate, etc., and more importantly, unable to enjoy time with your friends and family, I am here to help.

Hello, I am Frankie. I am from the San Francisco Bay Area. I've been a therapist and social worker for many years, working with a vast cross-section of society. My experience has been primarily focused on working with families dealing with domestic violence and child abuse.

Perhaps you reached the top of the mountain only to ask, now what? An adamant voice says there is no life worth leading unless you are exceptional. Or you manage things on the surface seamlessly only to feel overwhelmed behind closed doors. It would make so much sense. Our environment has demanded more in recent times—be more, do more, have more—all at once. It is not by chance we exist in the age of superheroes and social media. There are bigger shoes for us and our children to grow into yet not enough room to play or tend to the inner person. Perhaps we learned ways to survive that no longer serve us.

A bit about me: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Master's in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Southern California (USC) and have been practicing for 9 years.

Specializing in a holistic approach to mental health and wellness. How can we talk about what matters, if talking is too painful? Mindfulness-based movement and expression therapy can help first regulate and calm the nervous system before diving into the analytical work. This makes the process not only more comfortable for you but also more effective. I understand the importance of listening to your own experience first, you already know the answers, I’m just here to guide you to them.

At times you may need additional support to help with some of life's challenges. In which it can creates distress, conflict, and other issues that impact your well-being and your ability to function daily. You are not alone on this journey. Together we will navigate past and/or present matters that maybe hindering your ability to process and heal through the difficult moments in life.

Hello! I am a bilingual Latina Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) located in California. I received my Masters from Brandman university!

I provide a safe environment to explore and resolve beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that stand in the way of living a fully conscious and authentic life. Specialties include work with anxiety, depression, trauma, divorce, death, attachment ruptures, and ancestral/ inter-generational shame, and PTSD. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have studied at the Graduate Theological Union - University of California, Berkeley, The Graduate School for Marriage and Family Therapy, Ca.Institute of Integral Studies (San Francisco), and The Jung Institute in Zurich, Switzerland. I hold two Masters degrees and a Ph D in Psychology.

If you, like most individuals, are struggling with life adjustments, anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues, you can explore solutions in therapy. I have worked with many families, in reunification cases, individuals, with severely mentally ill adults and couples- this is a space to discuss any issues freely. Therapy is a place where we can begin to do the work in a safe space.

My name is Leahmontaine Barrow and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I try to meet each person where they are and collaborate with them as they work to meet and manage the impact various symptoms and issues have on their relationships, work, and lives. I take an eclectic approach when meeting with people. I try to meet each person where they are and provide the therapeutic approach that best addresses their needs. Some of the approaches I use are Humanistic, Strengths-based, CBT, CPT, Narrative, and Solution-focused therapy. In addition, I provide coping skills and self-care training.

My name is Lyssia and I am an EMDR & Brainspotting trained therapist offering therapy across California for individuals age 13+ and couples. I bring experience from working with the US Navy, medical settings, and school based programs as well as more intensive depth work, attachment theory, and humanistic leanings to my clients. My hope is to create a space where you can be your authentic self, feel heard, understood and supported however you're showing up. Whether you're going through life stage or relationship challenges or dealing with anxiety, trauma, depression, or other concerns, I am here to help you move forward.

My name is Beth Leigh Kolakoski and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Marin County, California. In a supportive and empathetic environment, issues such as grief and loss, sadness/depression, anxiety, life transitions, personal growth, low self-esteem, trauma, chronic pain, ADHD difficulties, as well as parent struggles, can be addressed through a strength-based and solution-oriented approach. I specialize in working with adults who are struggling with anxiety, sadness/depression, grief and loss, major life transitions, shame, neurodivergent differences, trauma, PTSD, chronic pain, and parent struggles.

Hello! My name is Amanda Stransky and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. Our mental health declines when we feel we no longer have a choice in our lives, and we can work together to change that. I have experience working with military and law enforcement as well as young adults working through career and other life transitions while redefining who they are and who they want to become. I work with military folks, both active duty and retired, that are looking to manage workplace stress, career transitions, and relationship issues.

Let your journey towards healing and growth begin with therapeutic support. As an experienced therapist, I am dedicated to providing a safe and compassionate space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges. Together, we will embark on a collaborative process, tailored to your unique needs and goals. With my warm and non-judgmental approach, I aim to create an environment where you feel comfortable to share, express, and reflect. Through open and honest conversations, we will delve into the depths of your experiences, working towards understanding, insight, and transformation.

Hello! I am a trained licensed psychotherapist with degrees from Fort Hays State and Louisiana State University. I have been working in the mental health field for almost a decade and have experience treating a wide range of individuals who suffer from phobias, depression, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and substance abuse. I truly understand that every person who enters this world is unique and so are their mental health struggles. My objective is to assist clients in implementing changes that will last. I currently provide therapeutic services in a comfortable environment that provides you with the security to be more open and freer.