Strength-Based Therapists in San Diego, CA
Affirming Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92123
The core value of Affirming Therapy Center (ATC) is in our name. “Affirming” is both the nature and the goal of ATC’s work as a dedicated resource supporting Gender, Sexual, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD) in California. This core value is embodied by providing you with professional, open-minded care in a space that acknowledges and celebrates your unique personhood and distinct challenges. You are welcome and valued here.
The core value of Affirming Therapy Center (ATC) is in our name. “Affirming” is both the nature and the goal of ATC’s work as a dedicated resource supporting Gender, Sexual, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD) in California. This core value is embodied by providing you with professional, open-minded care in a space that acknowledges and celebrates your unique personhood and distinct challenges. You are welcome and valued here.
Alexis Huth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92106 (Online Only)
Do you desire to be authentically seen and heard? Are you seeking a safe therapeutic space, and support in your journey of growth? I strive to offer individuals like yourself a safe space to show up as your genuine and authentic self and be met exactly where you are. We will partner together to identify your unique and desired treatment goals, and take steps to actualize the life you aspire to live. Much of my clinical work has been working with individuals suffering from symptoms of depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, substance use, ADHD, eating disorders, adjustment issues, relational conflict, and thought disorders.
Do you desire to be authentically seen and heard? Are you seeking a safe therapeutic space, and support in your journey of growth? I strive to offer individuals like yourself a safe space to show up as your genuine and authentic self and be met exactly where you are. We will partner together to identify your unique and desired treatment goals, and take steps to actualize the life you aspire to live. Much of my clinical work has been working with individuals suffering from symptoms of depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, substance use, ADHD, eating disorders, adjustment issues, relational conflict, and thought disorders.
Lauren Spinelli - Good Talk Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92109
Are you feeling like life is getting a bit heavy? Maybe you're dealing with overwhelming emotions, stress, anxiety or just feeling alone in it all. Challenges will inevitably arise throughout life. Some can be handled effectively on our own and some require additional support. That's where I come in! First of all, kudos to you for having the strength and courage to ask for help. I'd consider it a privilege to support you in whatever you're going through. For over 11 years, I've devoted my life to listening to people share their fears and frustrations, while equipping them with the tools to live more fulfilling and joyful lives.
Are you feeling like life is getting a bit heavy? Maybe you're dealing with overwhelming emotions, stress, anxiety or just feeling alone in it all. Challenges will inevitably arise throughout life. Some can be handled effectively on our own and some require additional support. That's where I come in! First of all, kudos to you for having the strength and courage to ask for help. I'd consider it a privilege to support you in whatever you're going through. For over 11 years, I've devoted my life to listening to people share their fears and frustrations, while equipping them with the tools to live more fulfilling and joyful lives.
Kimara Houseman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92121
No life is free of change or pain, but life is also too short to constantly feel stressed, lost, or unfulfilled. Self-exploration and skill building through our work together can empower you to overcome life's challenges and make lasting positive changes.
No life is free of change or pain, but life is also too short to constantly feel stressed, lost, or unfulfilled. Self-exploration and skill building through our work together can empower you to overcome life's challenges and make lasting positive changes.
Heather Glover
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92106
If you're ready for change, or contemplating change, I'm ready to help you achieve it! Together, we can take your biggest challenges and use them as opportunities to thrive. My focus is providing support to individuals, couples, and families in need of healing and positive change. I will provide a compassionate and comfortable space to help you manage and resolve life challenges including binge eating/compulsive overeating, stress, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, weathering change, anger management, and conflict in relationships!
If you're ready for change, or contemplating change, I'm ready to help you achieve it! Together, we can take your biggest challenges and use them as opportunities to thrive. My focus is providing support to individuals, couples, and families in need of healing and positive change. I will provide a compassionate and comfortable space to help you manage and resolve life challenges including binge eating/compulsive overeating, stress, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, weathering change, anger management, and conflict in relationships!
Tiffany Libby, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, CCTS-I, WIEBGE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103 (Online Only)
I believe the therapeutic alliance is one of the most important aspects of therapy. I tailor my approach to meet your needs, as I feel it is important to find what works for you, not what “should” work. Utilizing unconditional positive regard and empathy, I hope to encourage a feeling of self-love and acceptance. I believe that growth happens in many different areas, and I aim to help you create change that affects all aspects of your life. By working together, we can help identify your natural strengths, and learn simple ways to enhance your life and relationships, for results that are sustainable and long-term.
I believe the therapeutic alliance is one of the most important aspects of therapy. I tailor my approach to meet your needs, as I feel it is important to find what works for you, not what “should” work. Utilizing unconditional positive regard and empathy, I hope to encourage a feeling of self-love and acceptance. I believe that growth happens in many different areas, and I aim to help you create change that affects all aspects of your life. By working together, we can help identify your natural strengths, and learn simple ways to enhance your life and relationships, for results that are sustainable and long-term.
Rosalinda Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
Making the decision to seek mental health therapy is not easy. I am glad that you made the first step and are here! It has been my experience that clients know themselves better than anyone, they are their own best resource when it comes to engaging in treatment. I see therapy as a joint process in which the client’s own knowledge and skills are combined to create solutions. I believe that our wellness comes not just from physical health, but from spiritual health and mental health. It's important for me to help clients make that connection in their healing journey and learn new skills that will help create healthy relationships.
Making the decision to seek mental health therapy is not easy. I am glad that you made the first step and are here! It has been my experience that clients know themselves better than anyone, they are their own best resource when it comes to engaging in treatment. I see therapy as a joint process in which the client’s own knowledge and skills are combined to create solutions. I believe that our wellness comes not just from physical health, but from spiritual health and mental health. It's important for me to help clients make that connection in their healing journey and learn new skills that will help create healthy relationships.
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.
I completed my doctoral degree in clinical psychology (PsyD) at La Salle University in Philadelphia and am licensed in CA and WA. I have worked with children, teens, & adults with emotional & behavioral dysregulation, relationship issues, suicidal thinking, substance abuse issues, & difficulty with life transitions. I’m trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness acceptance-based approaches. Specializing further, using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Exposure for treating trauma. I have expertise in treating Eating Disorders, Body image issues, Trauma, Suicidal behaviors, & Borderline Personality disorder.
I completed my doctoral degree in clinical psychology (PsyD) at La Salle University in Philadelphia and am licensed in CA and WA. I have worked with children, teens, & adults with emotional & behavioral dysregulation, relationship issues, suicidal thinking, substance abuse issues, & difficulty with life transitions. I’m trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness acceptance-based approaches. Specializing further, using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Exposure for treating trauma. I have expertise in treating Eating Disorders, Body image issues, Trauma, Suicidal behaviors, & Borderline Personality disorder.
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!
If you've found your way here, it's likely because you're carrying a weight that words might not fully capture. Whether it's the grip of anxiety, the uncertainty of life's transitions, or the struggle with substance challenges, I want you to know that you're not alone. I'm here not just as a therapist but as a companion on your journey. Together, we can unravel the complexities, find strength in vulnerability, and work towards a place of healing. Your story is important, and I'm genuinely invested in helping you navigate through it with empathy, understanding, and support.
If you've found your way here, it's likely because you're carrying a weight that words might not fully capture. Whether it's the grip of anxiety, the uncertainty of life's transitions, or the struggle with substance challenges, I want you to know that you're not alone. I'm here not just as a therapist but as a companion on your journey. Together, we can unravel the complexities, find strength in vulnerability, and work towards a place of healing. Your story is important, and I'm genuinely invested in helping you navigate through it with empathy, understanding, and support.
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We have immediate openings and we return calls within 24 hours! I use well-researched, evidence-based practices to help my clients develop concrete skills and techniques which allow them to more effectively manage a variety of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, social isolation, relationship issues, and life transitions such as new parenthood, career change, and divorce. My clients are adult men and couples who want to take control of their concerns by handling them in healthier, more productive ways. Many of my most satisfied clients are men who were initially resistant to taking part therapy.
We have immediate openings and we return calls within 24 hours! I use well-researched, evidence-based practices to help my clients develop concrete skills and techniques which allow them to more effectively manage a variety of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, social isolation, relationship issues, and life transitions such as new parenthood, career change, and divorce. My clients are adult men and couples who want to take control of their concerns by handling them in healthier, more productive ways. Many of my most satisfied clients are men who were initially resistant to taking part therapy.
Mindful Matters Counseling, Marni Goldberg
Counselor, EdS, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92109
Are you ready to finally feel in control of your life? I know how hard it can be to take the first step in finding a therapist who is a good fit for you, but you deserve happiness! Anxiety and stress can get in the way of having a happy and fulfilling life. If you or your teen/young adult are struggling with thoughts, feelings, or relationships, we can work together to look at what has been bothering you and figure out how to make changes that can benefit all aspects of your life. Receiving nonjudgemental support and some new skills may be the answer! Special focus on Highly Sensitive People.
Are you ready to finally feel in control of your life? I know how hard it can be to take the first step in finding a therapist who is a good fit for you, but you deserve happiness! Anxiety and stress can get in the way of having a happy and fulfilling life. If you or your teen/young adult are struggling with thoughts, feelings, or relationships, we can work together to look at what has been bothering you and figure out how to make changes that can benefit all aspects of your life. Receiving nonjudgemental support and some new skills may be the answer! Special focus on Highly Sensitive People.
My name is Ezak and my pronouns are they, them, theirs. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Gender Specialist at Diaspora Therapy Group. I utilize a person-centered and strengths-based approach and I have been trained through a multicultural and trauma-informed lens. I work with adolescents and adults wanting to make a change in their life and I work collaboratively with my clients to identify their goals.
My name is Ezak and my pronouns are they, them, theirs. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Gender Specialist at Diaspora Therapy Group. I utilize a person-centered and strengths-based approach and I have been trained through a multicultural and trauma-informed lens. I work with adolescents and adults wanting to make a change in their life and I work collaboratively with my clients to identify their goals.
I'm a compassionate therapist and an unstoppable force of transformation. With a captivating blend of legal expertise and profound insights into the human psyche, I've embarked on a soulful journey to empower others. Specializing in igniting inner sparks, I guide children, teens, and adults towards a life they truly love. Through cutting-edge techniques, we'll unravel the layers, liberate your true potential, and ignite lasting change. With fluency in both English and Farsi, I embrace diverse cultures and their rich tapestry of experiences. Let's rewrite your story together and unleash the vibrant essence within.
I'm a compassionate therapist and an unstoppable force of transformation. With a captivating blend of legal expertise and profound insights into the human psyche, I've embarked on a soulful journey to empower others. Specializing in igniting inner sparks, I guide children, teens, and adults towards a life they truly love. Through cutting-edge techniques, we'll unravel the layers, liberate your true potential, and ignite lasting change. With fluency in both English and Farsi, I embrace diverse cultures and their rich tapestry of experiences. Let's rewrite your story together and unleash the vibrant essence within.
Hi, I am Megan Martineau, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working as a therapist since 2015. My approach with clients is to start where they are at and utilize clients own strengths to help them accomplish the goals they set for themselves.
Hi, I am Megan Martineau, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working as a therapist since 2015. My approach with clients is to start where they are at and utilize clients own strengths to help them accomplish the goals they set for themselves.
Lauren Plummer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Are you a woman in your 20’s to 50’s, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, dating issues, or postpartum? Does it seem like as soon as you stop worrying about one thing, your mind finds something else to worry about? Do you miss who you were before having a baby and feel guilty for not feeling happy while taking care of your child? Are you tired of feeling hopeless when it comes to dating, and worried that you'll never find a fulfilling relationship? If any of this resonates with you, then I'm here to offer my support. Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task, but I want you to know
Accepting new clients! Are you a woman in your 20’s to 50’s, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, dating issues, or postpartum? Does it seem like as soon as you stop worrying about one thing, your mind finds something else to worry about? Do you miss who you were before having a baby and feel guilty for not feeling happy while taking care of your child? Are you tired of feeling hopeless when it comes to dating, and worried that you'll never find a fulfilling relationship? If any of this resonates with you, then I'm here to offer my support. Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task, but I want you to know
"Hello, You have taken a very positive step by deciding to seek therapy. The Outcome of your treatment depends largely on your willingness to engage in this process, which may, at times, result in considerable discomfort. I will walk by you on this journey. Let me introduce myself so that you get to know me a bit better. I am a psychotherapist currently providing Telehealth to children and adults. I also own private practice for counseling to serve people with multicultural backgrounds. Since 2006, my multicultural experience extends from serving Holocaust survivors to incarcerated clients in three different countries.
"Hello, You have taken a very positive step by deciding to seek therapy. The Outcome of your treatment depends largely on your willingness to engage in this process, which may, at times, result in considerable discomfort. I will walk by you on this journey. Let me introduce myself so that you get to know me a bit better. I am a psychotherapist currently providing Telehealth to children and adults. I also own private practice for counseling to serve people with multicultural backgrounds. Since 2006, my multicultural experience extends from serving Holocaust survivors to incarcerated clients in three different countries.
I am accepting new clients! I work with adults of any age and walk of life. I am trained and experienced in providing EMDR treatment for symptoms related to adverse life experiences. I have expertise in working with LGBTQIA+ populations and in particular, those navigating issues related to gender identity. My clinical focus revolves around bolstering clients' existing strengths, support networks, personal growth, and resiliency. My background allows me to provide mental health services in a connective way while being both innovative and flexible in my work.
I am accepting new clients! I work with adults of any age and walk of life. I am trained and experienced in providing EMDR treatment for symptoms related to adverse life experiences. I have expertise in working with LGBTQIA+ populations and in particular, those navigating issues related to gender identity. My clinical focus revolves around bolstering clients' existing strengths, support networks, personal growth, and resiliency. My background allows me to provide mental health services in a connective way while being both innovative and flexible in my work.
Elizabeth Collentine-Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92101 (Online Only)
My goal is to cultivate a warm, non-judgmental, inclusive space for my clients to embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. Every client brings unique strengths, identities, histories, and relationships to our work. In our initial sessions, I focus on a client’s specific therapeutic objectives to help chart a path of growth and healing for our therapeutic work together. I have extensive experience in supporting clients who have suffered acute and chronic health challenges as well as in supporting clients who are coping with significant life transitions (relationship changes, birth, loss, career transitions, etc).
My goal is to cultivate a warm, non-judgmental, inclusive space for my clients to embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. Every client brings unique strengths, identities, histories, and relationships to our work. In our initial sessions, I focus on a client’s specific therapeutic objectives to help chart a path of growth and healing for our therapeutic work together. I have extensive experience in supporting clients who have suffered acute and chronic health challenges as well as in supporting clients who are coping with significant life transitions (relationship changes, birth, loss, career transitions, etc).
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