Feminist Therapists in San Marcos, CA
I work with women - mothers, daughters, aunts, sisters, and children, to help facilitate and enjoy healthy, loving relationships. Together we develop the insight and skills necessary to experience the pleasure of love. We may explore trauma, loss, grief, anger, repressed desire, lack of vitality, and current challenging relationships. My orientation is analytical, depth/archetypal, and feminist. I take into consideration the presence and power of the unconscious, and how it works to encourage our growth and renewal. I am committed to supporting women and women's empowerment, self-esteem, and capacity for love, peace, and ease.
I work with women - mothers, daughters, aunts, sisters, and children, to help facilitate and enjoy healthy, loving relationships. Together we develop the insight and skills necessary to experience the pleasure of love. We may explore trauma, loss, grief, anger, repressed desire, lack of vitality, and current challenging relationships. My orientation is analytical, depth/archetypal, and feminist. I take into consideration the presence and power of the unconscious, and how it works to encourage our growth and renewal. I am committed to supporting women and women's empowerment, self-esteem, and capacity for love, peace, and ease.
I use interpersonal and feminist frameworks.
Eating disorders are painful illnesses that are influenced by many factors. Eating disorders can be lonely but you do not have to face this alone. Your deserve healing therapy is a great place to start so that you can carry your power into your life and the world. I have treated eating disorders for over 12 years and am passionate about guiding others whether in pursuing recovery and/or harm reduction. Additionally, I have lived experience of healing from an eating disorder which brings a unique level of empathy to the therapy process. I love working with folks who are open to exploration and ready to receive support.
I use interpersonal and feminist frameworks.
Eating disorders are painful illnesses that are influenced by many factors. Eating disorders can be lonely but you do not have to face this alone. Your deserve healing therapy is a great place to start so that you can carry your power into your life and the world. I have treated eating disorders for over 12 years and am passionate about guiding others whether in pursuing recovery and/or harm reduction. Additionally, I have lived experience of healing from an eating disorder which brings a unique level of empathy to the therapy process. I love working with folks who are open to exploration and ready to receive support.
Mighty Marigold Counseling
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069 (Online Only)
I specialize in Perinatal Mental Health. While most of my clients are perinatal, I see people for a variety of reasons. Life transitions, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, stress, parenting, relationships, career issues and existential dread of the current state of the world. Anyone is welcome to inquire about counseling with me regardless of language, lifestyle, age, relationship status, belief system, ability, identity, citizenship status, race, ethnicity, unavailable childcare, life experience or thoughts on counseling. Whoever you are and wherever you’ve come from, I want you to feel welcomed here.
I specialize in Perinatal Mental Health. While most of my clients are perinatal, I see people for a variety of reasons. Life transitions, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, stress, parenting, relationships, career issues and existential dread of the current state of the world. Anyone is welcome to inquire about counseling with me regardless of language, lifestyle, age, relationship status, belief system, ability, identity, citizenship status, race, ethnicity, unavailable childcare, life experience or thoughts on counseling. Whoever you are and wherever you’ve come from, I want you to feel welcomed here.
Lindsey Schmidt Counseling, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078 (Online Only)
I am a collaborative, creative, and empathetic therapist. I believe that in order to effectively meet your goals; sessions should be personalized based on your individual needs. I believe that the key to personal growth and success is to find balance and inner happiness within ourselves. As a therapist, my role is to provide a nurturing environment allowing the opportunity for self-exploration and growth. My style is holistic as I belief that the mind, body, and emotions are all interconnected. If this approach aligns with your goals for therapy, I would love to connect with you and help you along your journey to better health.
I am a collaborative, creative, and empathetic therapist. I believe that in order to effectively meet your goals; sessions should be personalized based on your individual needs. I believe that the key to personal growth and success is to find balance and inner happiness within ourselves. As a therapist, my role is to provide a nurturing environment allowing the opportunity for self-exploration and growth. My style is holistic as I belief that the mind, body, and emotions are all interconnected. If this approach aligns with your goals for therapy, I would love to connect with you and help you along your journey to better health.
Mariana Brunnett-Lazarte
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069 (Online Only)
You are tired of beating yourself up and questioning your worth. You spread yourself thin caring and doing for others, and still feel as though you are unworthy of their love. It's hard for you to stand by your own needs and boundaries. You feel guilty for asking for too much and ashamed of not being enough. You spend a lot of time worrying about what people think of you, cringing at every interaction you have, and ruminating over every mistake. Your body feels tense and on edge. Your heartbeat is fast and your breathing is shallow. You can hear all the nasty ways in which you are talking to yourself, but you can’t make it stop.
You are tired of beating yourself up and questioning your worth. You spread yourself thin caring and doing for others, and still feel as though you are unworthy of their love. It's hard for you to stand by your own needs and boundaries. You feel guilty for asking for too much and ashamed of not being enough. You spend a lot of time worrying about what people think of you, cringing at every interaction you have, and ruminating over every mistake. Your body feels tense and on edge. Your heartbeat is fast and your breathing is shallow. You can hear all the nasty ways in which you are talking to yourself, but you can’t make it stop.
Vanessa Center
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069 (Online Only)
As a sex positive therapist, I provide a safe and affirming space for individuals and couples navigating the complexities of their sexual identities and relationships. I specialize in working with clients who engage in non-monogamous relationships, explore kink and BDSM, and seek feminine sexual empowerment. My approach is grounded in acceptance and understanding, aiming to help clients embrace their authentic selves and develop fulfilling, healthy sexual connections.
As a sex positive therapist, I provide a safe and affirming space for individuals and couples navigating the complexities of their sexual identities and relationships. I specialize in working with clients who engage in non-monogamous relationships, explore kink and BDSM, and seek feminine sexual empowerment. My approach is grounded in acceptance and understanding, aiming to help clients embrace their authentic selves and develop fulfilling, healthy sexual connections.
Welcome and congratulations on taking the first step in your healing journey! I'm Janette and my passion is helping people work through life challenges while becoming the best version of themselves. My practice is focused on supporting individuals with anxiety, trauma and depression.
Welcome and congratulations on taking the first step in your healing journey! I'm Janette and my passion is helping people work through life challenges while becoming the best version of themselves. My practice is focused on supporting individuals with anxiety, trauma and depression.
Hi there, my name is Caley Bailey, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (License 124709). I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to hold space for you as you work toward personal growth and fulfillment. My areas of focus include eating disorder treatment/recovery, depression, anxiety, and general life/relationship stressors. I take a strengths-based approach and work collaboratively with you to understand your hopes and goals for therapy which allows us to develop a personalized treatment plan. I use a variety of evidence-based treatments in my work including CBT, DBT, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Hi there, my name is Caley Bailey, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (License 124709). I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to hold space for you as you work toward personal growth and fulfillment. My areas of focus include eating disorder treatment/recovery, depression, anxiety, and general life/relationship stressors. I take a strengths-based approach and work collaboratively with you to understand your hopes and goals for therapy which allows us to develop a personalized treatment plan. I use a variety of evidence-based treatments in my work including CBT, DBT, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
My name is Caroline Yoon, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I take a person-centered approach to therapy, and I believe that a lot of healing comes from being able to tell your story. My focus areas of practice are clients with depression and anxiety. I am good at helping people who have anxiety or depression. I have experience working with people who have severe mental illness. I have working in substance use treatment. I enjoy working with children.
My name is Caroline Yoon, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I take a person-centered approach to therapy, and I believe that a lot of healing comes from being able to tell your story. My focus areas of practice are clients with depression and anxiety. I am good at helping people who have anxiety or depression. I have experience working with people who have severe mental illness. I have working in substance use treatment. I enjoy working with children.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who is passionate about helping guide my clients through their personal journey towards healing and growth, and ultimately to find their own happiness and inner peace.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who is passionate about helping guide my clients through their personal journey towards healing and growth, and ultimately to find their own happiness and inner peace.
Hi, my name is Emily Gomez, LMFT and I have been practicing since 2006. I have worked in a variety of settings and specialties throughout my career, such as outpatient psychiatric, substance abuse recovery, IOP/PHP, and private practice, so I bring an eclectic approach to my work with clients. I believe therapy is a brave and rewarding growth opportunity for those who choose to take the journey!
Hi, my name is Emily Gomez, LMFT and I have been practicing since 2006. I have worked in a variety of settings and specialties throughout my career, such as outpatient psychiatric, substance abuse recovery, IOP/PHP, and private practice, so I bring an eclectic approach to my work with clients. I believe therapy is a brave and rewarding growth opportunity for those who choose to take the journey!
Ava Shakib
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078 (Online Only)
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.
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 name is Hayley Mauro; I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I have an open and warm therapeutic method and aim to meet clients where they are at. I am passionate about working with teens and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, life’s transitions, grief, and trauma. I offer a client-centered, strengths-based approach to therapy to help you move through life’s difficulties. I offer a space free from judgement, so you feel safe and supported. My tone is compassionate and easy-going. I am open-minded and flexible to meet your needs.
My name is Hayley Mauro; I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I have an open and warm therapeutic method and aim to meet clients where they are at. I am passionate about working with teens and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, life’s transitions, grief, and trauma. I offer a client-centered, strengths-based approach to therapy to help you move through life’s difficulties. I offer a space free from judgement, so you feel safe and supported. My tone is compassionate and easy-going. I am open-minded and flexible to meet your needs.
I help adolescents and adults navigate difficulties in their lives. Some of the treatment areas in which I work relate to identity, anxiety, transitions, values, trauma, and mood. My goal is to create an open and safe environment from which to explore, process, and learn. It is an honor to get to know you and to work collaboratively to address whatever brings you to therapy. I look forward to talking with you.
I help adolescents and adults navigate difficulties in their lives. Some of the treatment areas in which I work relate to identity, anxiety, transitions, values, trauma, and mood. My goal is to create an open and safe environment from which to explore, process, and learn. It is an honor to get to know you and to work collaboratively to address whatever brings you to therapy. I look forward to talking with you.
Welcome, I'm glad you're here! Finding time for yourself can be a daunting task, especially with the heavy demands of school and work. My client's are primarily college students, recent graduates, and young professionals seeking balance in their lives and a space to process life events. I strive to create a genuine, warm, trusting and collaborative space where my clients feel empowered to explore, process and heal.
Welcome, I'm glad you're here! Finding time for yourself can be a daunting task, especially with the heavy demands of school and work. My client's are primarily college students, recent graduates, and young professionals seeking balance in their lives and a space to process life events. I strive to create a genuine, warm, trusting and collaborative space where my clients feel empowered to explore, process and heal.
Candice Simonds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
San Marcos, CA 92069
Not accepting new clients
The reasons people seek therapy are varied but often feel overwhelming and inescapable. Feelings of anger, sadness, rejection and loneliness contribute to weak relationships and negative self-images.
The reasons people seek therapy are varied but often feel overwhelming and inescapable. Feelings of anger, sadness, rejection and loneliness contribute to weak relationships and negative self-images.
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Rebecca Murphy
Registered Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
I work from a psychodynamic and feminist therapy framework while incorporating approaches like ACT, mindfulness, and play therapy when appropriate.
There can be so much pressure to know who you are at a young age, but most people don’t! Therapy can be a place to explore who you are, who you want to be, and how you want to get there. As a therapist I care about empowering you to find your voice and engage in value-congruent action. I strive to work collaboratively, be mindful of power and privilege, and always seek to understand the world as you see and experience it so we can better find your path forward.
I work from a psychodynamic and feminist therapy framework while incorporating approaches like ACT, mindfulness, and play therapy when appropriate.
There can be so much pressure to know who you are at a young age, but most people don’t! Therapy can be a place to explore who you are, who you want to be, and how you want to get there. As a therapist I care about empowering you to find your voice and engage in value-congruent action. I strive to work collaboratively, be mindful of power and privilege, and always seek to understand the world as you see and experience it so we can better find your path forward.
Hi, my name is Kristin Lokey and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Fresno, California, and supporting clients through telehealth. I am committed to finding a supportive path to help support my clients in the progression and just help them feel better! My focus is helping clients see the root of their distress and the problems that come with it. My approach allows for internal problem-solving with the tools to work through those things.
Hi, my name is Kristin Lokey and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Fresno, California, and supporting clients through telehealth. I am committed to finding a supportive path to help support my clients in the progression and just help them feel better! My focus is helping clients see the root of their distress and the problems that come with it. My approach allows for internal problem-solving with the tools to work through those things.
Tendril Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92127
Plants can grow in some of the most unexpected places. On sidewalks, through concrete, on buildings. Even when the odds seem stacked against it, the desire to thrive can find a way. When a person comes to therapy, they are choosing to find their own way to grow, no matter where they’ve been planted. One of the tools of plants are tendrils; those delicate, sensitive shoots of courage that reach out for support and connection. With some nurturance and guidance, we here at Tendril Therapy welcome you to break the barriers of what seems improbable, to grow, to thrive, to climb.
Plants can grow in some of the most unexpected places. On sidewalks, through concrete, on buildings. Even when the odds seem stacked against it, the desire to thrive can find a way. When a person comes to therapy, they are choosing to find their own way to grow, no matter where they’ve been planted. One of the tools of plants are tendrils; those delicate, sensitive shoots of courage that reach out for support and connection. With some nurturance and guidance, we here at Tendril Therapy welcome you to break the barriers of what seems improbable, to grow, to thrive, to climb.
I offer a warm and dynamic space where we can explore and address your pain and suffering, and what's been keeping you stuck. I specialize in prenatal and postpartum mental health, OCD, and the behavioral treatment of chronic pain conditions. I also have a sub-focus on female pelvic pain conditions such as endometriosis, painful sex (sexual health), vulvodynia and vaginismus.
I offer a warm and dynamic space where we can explore and address your pain and suffering, and what's been keeping you stuck. I specialize in prenatal and postpartum mental health, OCD, and the behavioral treatment of chronic pain conditions. I also have a sub-focus on female pelvic pain conditions such as endometriosis, painful sex (sexual health), vulvodynia and vaginismus.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.