Parenting Therapists in San Ysidro, CA
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Debra Dupree
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Ysidro, CA 92173 (Online Only)
Today’s world is challenged in many ways. And, challenges come from many directions. Family disruptions, parent-child conflicts, difficult co-workers, supervisors who don't know how to lead people, and managers who put their own interests or the financial needs of the organization first before their people. This kind of behavior can result in strained relationships, distracted attention, tense interactions, increased absenteeism, and much more. It can come at the hands of people low in 'emotional intelligence' like bullies, micro-managers, and disengaged leaders. Is this your life, family or work? It's time to do something.
Today’s world is challenged in many ways. And, challenges come from many directions. Family disruptions, parent-child conflicts, difficult co-workers, supervisors who don't know how to lead people, and managers who put their own interests or the financial needs of the organization first before their people. This kind of behavior can result in strained relationships, distracted attention, tense interactions, increased absenteeism, and much more. It can come at the hands of people low in 'emotional intelligence' like bullies, micro-managers, and disengaged leaders. Is this your life, family or work? It's time to do something.
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I specialize in providing personalized treatment plans for families with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, parent-child conflict, marital relationships and working with blended families.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am Bilingual in English and Spanish. I earned my Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology in 2002. I have worked in various settings for over 25 years, working with Children and Families. I have worked in a crisis house providing crisis interventions to families on an outpatient basis. I have experience working with school counselors and psychologist to help students.
I specialize in providing personalized treatment plans for families with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, parent-child conflict, marital relationships and working with blended families.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am Bilingual in English and Spanish. I earned my Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology in 2002. I have worked in various settings for over 25 years, working with Children and Families. I have worked in a crisis house providing crisis interventions to families on an outpatient basis. I have experience working with school counselors and psychologist to help students.
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Hi, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I received my Masters Degree from National University and have been practicing for 5+ years.
Hi, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I received my Masters Degree from National University and have been practicing for 5+ years.
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Jessica Moreno-Walker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Ysidro, CA 92173 (Online Only)
Taking the first step towards getting mental health support can be a difficult task. My hope is that together we can openly discuss treatment options. I hope to join you to help with navigating dual cultures, handling situations with your children, navigating being an adolescent, or handling life transitions individually and/or with family therapy. I work with people struggling with anxiety, relational issues, women’s health, Latinx, life transitions, trauma, survivors of crimes, immigration evaluations. I use an adaptive approach to treatment by tailoring interventions to the unique needs of the client.
Taking the first step towards getting mental health support can be a difficult task. My hope is that together we can openly discuss treatment options. I hope to join you to help with navigating dual cultures, handling situations with your children, navigating being an adolescent, or handling life transitions individually and/or with family therapy. I work with people struggling with anxiety, relational issues, women’s health, Latinx, life transitions, trauma, survivors of crimes, immigration evaluations. I use an adaptive approach to treatment by tailoring interventions to the unique needs of the client.
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Adrian Avila
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, Spanish, English
Verified Verified
San Ysidro, CA 92143
I am Adrian Avila. I hold a License in MFT (#52279) to serve in private practice in California. My education includes a Ph. D. from Loma Linda University and M.A. from University of San Diego, both in Marital and Family Therapy, and a B.A. in Psychology with minor in Bio-Chem from San Diego State University. I have been in the psychology-therapy field for more than 23 years.
I am Adrian Avila. I hold a License in MFT (#52279) to serve in private practice in California. My education includes a Ph. D. from Loma Linda University and M.A. from University of San Diego, both in Marital and Family Therapy, and a B.A. in Psychology with minor in Bio-Chem from San Diego State University. I have been in the psychology-therapy field for more than 23 years.
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Ivonne Campuzano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Ysidro, CA 92173 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! So happy you’re here. Deciding to start therapy is not always an easy thing to do so I am super happy that you have taken the first step. Let’s be real. Life is hard. Life is even harder when we don’t have someone we trust in our corner. Whether it be to process our past, vent about the present, or plan our future, sometimes we just need someone to talk to. Someone who listens, someone who doesn’t interrupt to talk about themselves, or maybe someone who isn’t family. As a first-generation Latinx therapist, I understand these struggles and how difficult it may be to find someone who "just gets it."
Hi! So happy you’re here. Deciding to start therapy is not always an easy thing to do so I am super happy that you have taken the first step. Let’s be real. Life is hard. Life is even harder when we don’t have someone we trust in our corner. Whether it be to process our past, vent about the present, or plan our future, sometimes we just need someone to talk to. Someone who listens, someone who doesn’t interrupt to talk about themselves, or maybe someone who isn’t family. As a first-generation Latinx therapist, I understand these struggles and how difficult it may be to find someone who "just gets it."
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Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and PsyD; I have been practicing in the field since 2012. I have worked as a therapist in institutional and private settings helping individuals to cope with anxiety, depression, anger management, parenting issues, relationship problems, previous traumas including intergenerational trauma, parenting issues, and various adjustment difficulties and life challenges.
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and PsyD; I have been practicing in the field since 2012. I have worked as a therapist in institutional and private settings helping individuals to cope with anxiety, depression, anger management, parenting issues, relationship problems, previous traumas including intergenerational trauma, parenting issues, and various adjustment difficulties and life challenges.
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Parenting is hard whether you are trying to conceive or in the thick of toddlerhood. You wonder if you are doing enough and if you will ever feel like you got this. You are surprised at how anxious and disconnected you feel and are very hard on yourself. You often feel guilty no matter what choice you make. In our work together, you can learn coping strategies, process trauma, develop self compassion, and learn parenting strategies to build your confidence.
Parenting is hard whether you are trying to conceive or in the thick of toddlerhood. You wonder if you are doing enough and if you will ever feel like you got this. You are surprised at how anxious and disconnected you feel and are very hard on yourself. You often feel guilty no matter what choice you make. In our work together, you can learn coping strategies, process trauma, develop self compassion, and learn parenting strategies to build your confidence.
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Guisela Carrera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92182 (Online Only)
Do you feel powerless, hopeless and lost with your pre-teen/adolescent? Are your emotional, physical and mental state becoming impacted by the stressors of your parenting, home and work demands? I provide client-centered individual parent therapy, individual adolescent therapy (ages 11-17), and parent & child counseling. I treat clients who may suffer from conditions including, but not limited to: Depression, Anxiety, trauma, adjustment, and interpersonal issues.
Do you feel powerless, hopeless and lost with your pre-teen/adolescent? Are your emotional, physical and mental state becoming impacted by the stressors of your parenting, home and work demands? I provide client-centered individual parent therapy, individual adolescent therapy (ages 11-17), and parent & child counseling. I treat clients who may suffer from conditions including, but not limited to: Depression, Anxiety, trauma, adjustment, and interpersonal issues.
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Melanie Justice
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92182 (Online Only)
I have 17 years of experience as a therapist in varied settings as well as lots of life experience with loss, mental health issues and parenting.
Hello, I'm Melanie. Do you feel like your life is out of control due to your circumstances, your anxiety, or other factors?
I have 17 years of experience as a therapist in varied settings as well as lots of life experience with loss, mental health issues and parenting.
Hello, I'm Melanie. Do you feel like your life is out of control due to your circumstances, your anxiety, or other factors?
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Jessica Swaney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92182 (Online Only)
Whether you are struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety, feeling overwhelmed by the demands of parenting, or simply looking for a supportive and understanding ally on your journey, I am here to help.
As a therapist with a passion for supporting maternal/paternal and perinatal mental health, I understand the unique challenges and joys that come with starting a family and raising children as well as those with special needs such as ADHD and autism. My goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for moms and parents to explore their thoughts and feelings, and to develop the tools and strategies necessary to navigate the ups and downs of parenthood. With a compassionate and strengths-based approach, we will work collaboratively to identify your goals and priorities, and develop a personalized plan for achieving them.
Whether you are struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety, feeling overwhelmed by the demands of parenting, or simply looking for a supportive and understanding ally on your journey, I am here to help.
As a therapist with a passion for supporting maternal/paternal and perinatal mental health, I understand the unique challenges and joys that come with starting a family and raising children as well as those with special needs such as ADHD and autism. My goal is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for moms and parents to explore their thoughts and feelings, and to develop the tools and strategies necessary to navigate the ups and downs of parenthood. With a compassionate and strengths-based approach, we will work collaboratively to identify your goals and priorities, and develop a personalized plan for achieving them.
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Nicole Sheree Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92182 (Online Only)
I have experience with trauma, depression, anxiety, and behavior modification; I work with parents struggling with parenting children of all ages. I have experience in working with outside agencies such as CWS, Probation, Foster care, Educational realm/schools and family therapy agencies that allow me to understand diverse dynamics in where my client is coming from and how to get them where they need to be.
I have experience with trauma, depression, anxiety, and behavior modification; I work with parents struggling with parenting children of all ages. I have experience in working with outside agencies such as CWS, Probation, Foster care, Educational realm/schools and family therapy agencies that allow me to understand diverse dynamics in where my client is coming from and how to get them where they need to be.
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Whether you’re a new parent adjusting to parenthood, dealing with relationship issues, struggling with anxiety and depression, or a caregiver for someone with autism - I’d be honored to be part of your healing journey.
Hi there, I'm Anna. Are you looking for a culturally competent therapist? Are you someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, or relationship concerns? Have you recently been diagnosed with, or are a caregiver for someone diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder?
Whether you’re a new parent adjusting to parenthood, dealing with relationship issues, struggling with anxiety and depression, or a caregiver for someone with autism - I’d be honored to be part of your healing journey.
Hi there, I'm Anna. Are you looking for a culturally competent therapist? Are you someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, or relationship concerns? Have you recently been diagnosed with, or are a caregiver for someone diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder?
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Bianca Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92182 (Online Only)
I am a parent of two adults, and I have worked with clients of all ages.
Hello! My name is Bianca Ruiz. Are you feeling, tired, sad, or unmotivated to complete daily tasks? Are you having difficulty sleeping or focusing on matters that are important to you? Let’s work together to improve your life, work, and relationships. I have worked with people for over thirty years as a mentor, social worker, and as a therapist.
I am a parent of two adults, and I have worked with clients of all ages.
Hello! My name is Bianca Ruiz. Are you feeling, tired, sad, or unmotivated to complete daily tasks? Are you having difficulty sleeping or focusing on matters that are important to you? Let’s work together to improve your life, work, and relationships. I have worked with people for over thirty years as a mentor, social worker, and as a therapist.
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Yadira Herrera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PPS, ASDCS
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92182 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Yadira Herrera Escarrega, I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker providing psychotherapy services via telehealth in the state of California. Finding a therapist that you can connect with and trust can be a challenge. As a bilingual, spanish-english, bicultural women of color, born and raised in the bay area, raised by immigrant parents and a parent to neurodiverse children, I hold a particular lens and perspective that I utilize to best support my clients.
Hello! My name is Yadira Herrera Escarrega, I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker providing psychotherapy services via telehealth in the state of California. Finding a therapist that you can connect with and trust can be a challenge. As a bilingual, spanish-english, bicultural women of color, born and raised in the bay area, raised by immigrant parents and a parent to neurodiverse children, I hold a particular lens and perspective that I utilize to best support my clients.
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Brenda Guadalupe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92182 (Online Only)
I have worked with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief, adjustments/transitions in life, parenting, relationships, work related stress and some OCD.
Having a safe space to talk can help you feel validated, heard and grounded. If you are feeling stressed in life, new or past struggles, feel overwhelmed, burned out or wanting to work on your self esteem and communication, with developing skills and processing internal changes we can make improvement to find that balance and bliss in life. You do not have to go through it alone. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist working with individuals and couples that need that safe space to improve in any way. I provide therapy in English and Spanish, work with the Latino community, POC and the LGBTQ+ community.
I have worked with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief, adjustments/transitions in life, parenting, relationships, work related stress and some OCD.
Having a safe space to talk can help you feel validated, heard and grounded. If you are feeling stressed in life, new or past struggles, feel overwhelmed, burned out or wanting to work on your self esteem and communication, with developing skills and processing internal changes we can make improvement to find that balance and bliss in life. You do not have to go through it alone. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist working with individuals and couples that need that safe space to improve in any way. I provide therapy in English and Spanish, work with the Latino community, POC and the LGBTQ+ community.
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Havi Wolfson Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92182 (Online Only)
Havi Hall has treated individuals and families since 2000, focusing on depression, anxiety, life transitions, parenting, and more. She created Health-E-Connections to address the impact technology has on relationships and how to keep connections healthy. If you are struggling with mental health or technology balance, please reach out.
Havi Hall has treated individuals and families since 2000, focusing on depression, anxiety, life transitions, parenting, and more. She created Health-E-Connections to address the impact technology has on relationships and how to keep connections healthy. If you are struggling with mental health or technology balance, please reach out.
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Luis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked with families and youth of diverse backgrounds over the past 17 years in various social service settings. Luis has extensive experience working with families involved in the Child Welfare Services system, as well with youth involved with probation. In addition, Luis provided therapeutic services in both clinic and community environments and has provided parenting education courses for the past 9 years using the Systematic Training for Effective Parenting curriculum. I like to work with my clients as a collaborative team on creating an effective process empowering you to take charge of your future.
Luis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked with families and youth of diverse backgrounds over the past 17 years in various social service settings. Luis has extensive experience working with families involved in the Child Welfare Services system, as well with youth involved with probation. In addition, Luis provided therapeutic services in both clinic and community environments and has provided parenting education courses for the past 9 years using the Systematic Training for Effective Parenting curriculum. I like to work with my clients as a collaborative team on creating an effective process empowering you to take charge of your future.
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She also offers parenting enhancement classes and court approved parenting classes .
My work ethic and devotion to mental health enables me to provide a nurturing environment for clients to self-explore. My goal is to do excellent work and demonstrate great sensitivity in working with culturally diverse clients, as well as, with a broad range of mental health populations. My therapeutic experience includes individuals, couples, families, children, and groups. My pursuit of personal and vocational goals always has at its center, an appreciation for family, community, clients, and colleagues.
She also offers parenting enhancement classes and court approved parenting classes .
My work ethic and devotion to mental health enables me to provide a nurturing environment for clients to self-explore. My goal is to do excellent work and demonstrate great sensitivity in working with culturally diverse clients, as well as, with a broad range of mental health populations. My therapeutic experience includes individuals, couples, families, children, and groups. My pursuit of personal and vocational goals always has at its center, an appreciation for family, community, clients, and colleagues.
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Autumn LaTour
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92182 (Online Only)
With experience in facilitating domestic violence groups, parenting groups, and coparenting counseling, I take a holistic approach to therapy.
I focus on supporting clients in taking ownership of their lives. In my therapeutic approach, I emphasize the role of creating meaning through personal responsibility. Many people get lost in repeating patterns that may not be serving them. I will help you create the insight around any patterns that no longer serve you, while directing you to take specific steps towards change so that you can actualize your purpose in life. Through an empathic yet direct approach, I will help you poke holes in the negative stories you may be telling yourself to make room for other types of thoughts that embody gratitude and possibility.
With experience in facilitating domestic violence groups, parenting groups, and coparenting counseling, I take a holistic approach to therapy.
I focus on supporting clients in taking ownership of their lives. In my therapeutic approach, I emphasize the role of creating meaning through personal responsibility. Many people get lost in repeating patterns that may not be serving them. I will help you create the insight around any patterns that no longer serve you, while directing you to take specific steps towards change so that you can actualize your purpose in life. Through an empathic yet direct approach, I will help you poke holes in the negative stories you may be telling yourself to make room for other types of thoughts that embody gratitude and possibility.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.