Strength-Based Therapists in San Diego, CA

Hello, my name is Victor Ramirez. I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I am passionate about working with my clients and helping them reach their unlimited potential. As a therapist, I use CBT and Solution Focused Therapy. I enjoy working with anyone and have a history of working with adults and teenagers. I can walk with you as we find ways to process and solve mental health barriers you are dealing with. I create a safe, non-judgmental, attentive, honest, environment where my clients can express themselves and feel heard.

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.

Are you or a loved one struggling with anxiety or depression? You may be in the process coming out for yourself or to loved ones. Dealing with issues related to sexuality and relationship issues. Do you struggle with issues related to your sexuality and/or gender expression? Whether you are single, married, poly or straight, gay, queer, or bi-, having difficulty in work, intimate or lifestyle relationships, or just stuck in what seems like a never ending struggle, I am fully committed to helping you find your authentic Self. Let's talk to see if we are a good match.

Experience matters! I have been practicing for over 35 years. Finding the right therapist is not always an easy task. I possess a wealth of knowledge, and provide the comfort and confidence that can only come from a seasoned professional.. I specialize in treating children and adolescents but also work with adults, both individually and in couples therapy.

Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you’re here because you are feeling disconnected from who you are, experiencing conflict in your important relationships, generally feel down and lost, or are just plainly curious about therapy, you’ve come to the right place. No matter what intersection of our identities we hold, and our unique history of lived experiences, all of us live through times where life just feels a little bit (or a lot bit) hard. Maybe you’ve lived in that difficult space for so long, it feels like your normal. Or maybe it’s really uncommon for you, that when it does happen, it feels like a shock to your system.

I believe everyone can benefit from a safe place to process the past and present and realize goals for the future. In my work people can expect me to provide a safe, open and engaged relationship to address life hopes and challenges. Meeting people where they're at is the most important starting point. Then together we help someone envision the future and realize their potential.

My therapy style is warm and nonjudgmental as I want all of my clients to feel they are in a safe environment when working with me. I believe in treating everyone as an individual and meeting my clients where they are during sessions. I also work with my clients in identifying their individual goals and completing unique and specific treatment plans. During my years of practice, I have identified the benefits of focusing on one's self esteem in order to improve within themselves, specifically focusing on "the here and now".

I have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field and over 10 years working as a Licensed Clinician. I offer an atmosphere for open communication where you can increase awareness, understanding, confidence, and coping skills within a trusting relationship. I want to work with you to see life’s challenges that come your way as something that can be effectively managed and overcome, leaving satisfaction with yourself, others, and life.

Are you experiencing dark or anxious thoughts? Having difficulty making it through the day? Looking, acting and feeling less like yourself? Not sleeping, sleeping too much? We live in uncertain times but that doesn’t mean that we are destined to travel through them alone nor do we have to live with constant and painful levels of stress and sadness, or anger and irritability. The gift of therapy is to feel safe, understood and hopeful. Together we can build a trusting relationship where thoughts and feelings are safely explored. We will find your strengths and locate strategies to meet your challenges and help you move forward.

I have experience working with LGBTQIA communities, Transitional-Age Youth, Neurodivergent communities, Students/Academia, and Domestic Violence situations. I'm passionate about utilizing feminist and decolonial frameworks to help clients explore solutions.

I have supported clients through an array of life experiences, including coping with transitions, trauma, stress, substance use, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, and loss. My experience with a wide range of ethnic, racial, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds enables me to lead with acceptance and compassion. We will work together to explore your thoughts, emotions, lifestyle, and patterns to discover options that aim to increase your personal life satisfaction. We all have basic human needs and can seek to address those needs in ways that best align with our own unique values and goals.

I am passionate about normalizing clients' struggles and value an individualized approach to therapy. I recognize that every individual is unique and find value in tailoring treatment strategies to suit the specific needs and circumstances of each client. Having embarked on my own healing journey, I understand the significance of building a strong therapeutic relationship. This requires openness and vulnerability; I aim to normalize and validate your experiences so you can be comfortable in processing any form or trauma or obstacle you have experienced.

It’s true that change starts with the choice to seek support - and here you are! Let’s take the next step together. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive private practice and non-profit experience working with youth, couples, and families who have experienced relationship challenges, trauma, grief and loss, caring for family members with mental health or developmental and intellectual disabilities, as well as addiction and recovery from substance use disorders.

Hello, my name is Janice Naranjo and I am so honored to be a part of your journey. Being a therapist is very personal to me. Much like yourself, I started as a client for years working through various life experiences. After being a client, I wanted to learn how to sit on the other side helping others through their own journey of healing. Now, through years of experience, I've worked with men, women, couples, and families helping them overcome various challenges, including anxiety, depression, abuse, trauma, and life transitions.

I work with my clients to develop skills, insights, and understandings that they will integrate into their day-to-day lives. I tend to incorporate techniques that focus on mental frameworks, emotional processing, and behavioral patterns. We'll spend some time exploring your current needs and developing the most appropriate approach to enable you to experience meaningful change.

I am particularly zealous about social injustice issues and working with the marginalized population. I am passionate about working with and helping people who are facing: depression, anxiety, traumatic events, racism, relationship conflicts, childhood problems, self-esteem issues, communication problems, and acculturation. I am concerned with the impact of anxiety and depression and improving intervention to support daily functioning and living with anxiety and depression for better emotional, physical, and relationship health.

Therapy shouldn't be a one-size-fits-all approach. Everyone has different problems with different skills and solutions that work best for them.

It takes courage to set up your first therapy appointment, and it can be challenging to find a therapist who "gets you". With a trusted therapist, you can identify your struggles and find ways to overcome them, find importance and meaning in your life, experience healing from bad memories, and communicate better with loved ones. I have worked with clients for 29 years helping people find their clarity and truth. I welcome your call to determine if I'm a good fit for you as a therapist.

I am available for individuals as well as marriages and other relationships. Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, or a life changing situation? Give yourself an opportunity to discover how making healthy decisions can create life-long change.