Stress Therapists in San Diego, CA

The ideal client is MOTIVATED and realizes there is a need for CHANGE starting with one's self. Sometimes we just need that push in the right direction; a new set of eyes; that guidance to the answers that's already within. If that's what your're looking for, then you've found the right person! Are you struggling with your daily activities? Not feeling like yourself? Filled with constant worry? Just know you are not alone. Often times, life gets the best of us and we're bombarded with stress and life's constant demands. Let me help you to gain the tools to reduce those stressors and get back to enjoying life.

Is your anxiety keeping you trapped in an endless cycle of fear and worry? Do you feel disconnected, depressed, or numb? Do you notice that you have a "short fuse"? Do you seem to be making choices that are negatively impacting your life? If you're looking for effective treatment with a therapist who gets it, then I might be the right provider for you. I use evidence-based treatments and techniques backed by science to help my clients regain control of their lives, re-align with their values, and improve their quality of life.

Anxiety and stress can get in the way of living your best life. Taking the step to start therapy may be uncomfortable, but being willing and open to try new things can lead to growth and allow you to live a life that is important to you. It is my priority to provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment where you can begin this process. Working together, we can find ways to overcome difficulties and build meaning in your life. I want to help you find your true self and live the life you want to lead.

My belief as a therapist and as a person is that all people, no matter where they are in life, are equipped with the innate ability to experience mental health. I do not see people as “broken”, rather, at some point in life, all people will find themselves “stuck” for one reason or another. My focus is to create a safe environment to educate and support clients while assisting them in meeting and exceeding their stated life goals.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I began my clinical training journey in 2014. Over the years I have gained clinical experience working with adults, teens, and families. In addition, I have supported a variety of populations that include victims of human trafficking, individuals with eating disorders, and adolescents struggling with mood and behavioral challenges. The clients I worked with reported symptoms of trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, work-life balance, and other personal stressors.

Hello! I am an attentive and dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help people from various walks of life to understand themselves better, to heal, and to grow. I am a bilingual Spanish therapist that understands the difficulties of being multicultural in our society today. I use warmth, curiosity, and humor to help remove the barriers to feeling happy and connected- to yourself, others, and your life. I have helped numerous people facing the challenges of depression, anxiety, anger, stress, trauma, parenting, relationships, and life transitions.

My name is Yvette Quevedo I am a Latina bilingual licensed clinical social worker and have experience working with patients struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, panic disorder, and trauma. I use a multicultural lens and a cognitive behavioral therapeutic approach. Cognitive behavioral therapy, Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy. I strive to provide an open/ relaxed and non-judgmental space for patients/ clients. I make it a point to be empathetic and work with my patients in a collaborative manner.

Hello! My name is Jennifer J. Sanchez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (993472) in the state of California with 7 years of experience. I am certified in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). I am passionate about maternal mental health and provide support for women and their families struggling with prenatal/postpartum stress/anxiety, role transitions, and infertility. As finding time for therapy may be difficult for mothers, I offer and am available for later evening sessions.

My name is Diann Horton, LCSW, and I have professional experience working with clients that are struggling with self-esteem, confidence, substance abuse, motivation, stress, and anxiety, as well as career/work challenges. I am a big advocate of clients wants and needs, therefore, I tend to favor the client centered approach because you are the expert of your own story. I typically work with individual adult clients that are having trouble with self-esteem, confidence, motivation, and career difficulties, as well as clients struggling with addiction.

Hey there! My name is Caron and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 22 years of experience. I specialize in helping individuals navigate issues including aging, coping skills, depression, family conflict, and stress. The client's I currently work with seem to like the Solution Focused, Narrative Therapy approach I use, because the therapy work is client focused and is usually brief (3-6 months sometimes). This approach works best with people who are truly motivated to explore the root causes of their discomfort, and begin working on resolving them.

There's a difference between managing anxiety and truly thriving. If you're tired of just getting by, it's time to break free from the cycle of stress and worry. Together, we'll explore practical techniques and personalized strategies that ease your tension and promote real personal growth, helping you face life's challenges with clarity and purpose. My laid-back, relatable approach creates a comfortable space where you can be yourself and make genuine progress without feeling judged or pressured.

Hello, my name is Cynthia Aiken, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and families from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. My goal in therapy is to provide a safe space for you to work towards actualizing your best self. Together, you will learn to use your existing strengths and identify those you may not know exist within you to achieve your goals. I am bilingual/bicultural and fluent in Spanish.

Stress can be caused by many things: change, relationships, work, health, or trauma, to name a few. However it develops, it can take its toll on you physically and emotionally when not managed. I will help you cope with the emotional, physical, and social challenges of handling everyday stress, healing from a traumatic event, living with a medical condition (e.g., chronic pain/headaches, illness), or adjusting to a loved one's illness. I know people are resilient, and I will work with you to keep stress a manageable part of your life, instead of your entire identity.

Ivory Rose Coaching ~ A time to destress and take your life back. I've been coaching clients for personal empowerment over 12 years and am a certified stress management coach. My unique and caring approach uses IMT (introspective meditative techniques) giving clients a sense of calm and inner strength in each session. With my help clients find answers to personal struggles quickly and easily in a very non-judmental supportive environment. Clients learn stress reducing techniques to gain insight to personal issues while promoting deep relaxation to manage situational and daily stress.

I am a licensed psychologist with an emphasis in anxiety disorders and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Other areas of focus have been on stress related issues, relationship issues, and life changing events which include completing college, career changes, and coping with loss.

Anxiety doesn’t have to be permanent problem, even if you’ve always thought of yourself as an anxious person. Anxiety is learned and it can be un-learned. I’d like to help you retrain your brain to be a source of comfort and positivity. With less anxiety, you can direct your energy towards things you really value instead of worrying all the time. There is no more valuable project than your well-being, and it’s well worth the effort. I use research-backed therapy and provide my clients with actionable tools, techniques, and skills to help them make progress.

Hey there, I'm Melizza Esperanza, a licensed clinical social worker, and I'm all about helping you on your journey towards healing and growth. I commonly work with adults who are feeling stuck, stressed or overwhelmed and don't know why or where to start. I get it, I've been there and you're not alone in this journey. I'm here with an open mind, warm heart, ready to provide compassionate, tailored support. Let's explore together to understand the roots of your experience and find new patterns for healing and empowerment.

I am a California-licensed psychologist with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I have extensive experience treating stress, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, trauma, and somatic illness, and is an expert on bio-psycho-social functioning. I work with individuals and families struggling with chronic mental and physical conditions that challenge health, well-being, work-life balance, and daily functioning. I am adept at working within multiple cultures with great sensitivity.

Hello, I’m Abby Duran, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of California, Oklahoma, Arizona, and Florida. I have been licensed for 12 years and worked in mental health for 22 years. I have extensive experience with individuals, couple, military and traumatic brain injury. Working with; depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, stress and trauma. I was trained in Gestalt therapy and utilize other modalities such as; CBT, motivational interviewing, trauma focused care, person centered therapy, marriage/ couples counseling and several others.