Therapists in Valley Center, CA
I have been fortunate to have been exposed to a broad range of experience as a psychotherapist over the past 10 years. It has been a joy to guide individuals, couples, and families to promote their own healing from challenges arising from trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, illness, loss, and life transitions. I believe it is important to find our own inner healer. I would like to be the catalyst and guide for this important discovery. In the spirit of compassion, presence, curiosity, and creativity, we can navigate through circumstances that may feel overwhelming.
I have been fortunate to have been exposed to a broad range of experience as a psychotherapist over the past 10 years. It has been a joy to guide individuals, couples, and families to promote their own healing from challenges arising from trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, illness, loss, and life transitions. I believe it is important to find our own inner healer. I would like to be the catalyst and guide for this important discovery. In the spirit of compassion, presence, curiosity, and creativity, we can navigate through circumstances that may feel overwhelming.
Tatiana Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Valley Center, CA 92082 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with a wide range of issues and I truly believe in the healing power of therapy. My areas of specialty include: couples therapy, first responders/law enforcement professionals, Native American/Alaska Natives, LGBTQ+, high-conflict couples, trauma, depression, grief and loss, child and teen therapy and many other life transition problems. I approach each client with warmth and understanding and I am proactive in helping to create change. I love my work and am passionate about investing in people and relationships. I look forward to the opportunity to be of service to you.
I have experience working with a wide range of issues and I truly believe in the healing power of therapy. My areas of specialty include: couples therapy, first responders/law enforcement professionals, Native American/Alaska Natives, LGBTQ+, high-conflict couples, trauma, depression, grief and loss, child and teen therapy and many other life transition problems. I approach each client with warmth and understanding and I am proactive in helping to create change. I love my work and am passionate about investing in people and relationships. I look forward to the opportunity to be of service to you.
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Hello, my name is Jonathan Kallis (Jon) and my friends know me. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed by the state of California. My approach to therapy is to work with you to find the style that will work best for you. I tend to lean towards Cognitive Behavioral, but I am eclectic and well versed in other modalities. It would be my privilege to work with you. I have over 33 years of experience and I have treated many different conditions. Currently, I see a lot of Depression, Anxiety, and OCD as well as others. I also enjoy working with couples.
Hello, my name is Jonathan Kallis (Jon) and my friends know me. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed by the state of California. My approach to therapy is to work with you to find the style that will work best for you. I tend to lean towards Cognitive Behavioral, but I am eclectic and well versed in other modalities. It would be my privilege to work with you. I have over 33 years of experience and I have treated many different conditions. Currently, I see a lot of Depression, Anxiety, and OCD as well as others. I also enjoy working with couples.
These tools are effective in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as reducing stress.
Hi, my name is Monica M. DeLaCruz and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I’d like to think of therapy as a process of self-discovery and exploration. I care deeply about supporting people when they feel lonely, have difficulty with transitions, stuck and hopeless, and have tried the usual things are not working. This can look like transitions, divorce, or death of a loved one. This is where I come in. My approach is warm and engaging, and use evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and attachment theory.
These tools are effective in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as reducing stress.
Hi, my name is Monica M. DeLaCruz and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I’d like to think of therapy as a process of self-discovery and exploration. I care deeply about supporting people when they feel lonely, have difficulty with transitions, stuck and hopeless, and have tried the usual things are not working. This can look like transitions, divorce, or death of a loved one. This is where I come in. My approach is warm and engaging, and use evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and attachment theory.
I am comfortable treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, using evidence-based interventions tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
Hello there! My name is Jackie Frias Gonzalez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a focus on studying relationships with both the self and others. As your therapist, I aim to strike a balance between authenticity and professionalism to create a safe and comfortable space where you can be your true self while also gaining the skills to navigate the challenges you are facing. Whether you are struggling with personal issues or relationship conflicts, I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.
I am comfortable treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, using evidence-based interventions tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
Hello there! My name is Jackie Frias Gonzalez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a focus on studying relationships with both the self and others. As your therapist, I aim to strike a balance between authenticity and professionalism to create a safe and comfortable space where you can be your true self while also gaining the skills to navigate the challenges you are facing. Whether you are struggling with personal issues or relationship conflicts, I am here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.
The first session includes introducing myself to you and learning what prompted you to request therapy. Together with you, I will talk about what you would like to accomplish through therapy. I would then gather historical and present information for the purpose of working with you to create a treatment plan to help your therapy be successful. I see adults in individuals, couples, and families with issues including Anxiety, Depression, Intimacy and Relationships, Panic Attacks/ Panic Disorder, and coping with trauma.
The first session includes introducing myself to you and learning what prompted you to request therapy. Together with you, I will talk about what you would like to accomplish through therapy. I would then gather historical and present information for the purpose of working with you to create a treatment plan to help your therapy be successful. I see adults in individuals, couples, and families with issues including Anxiety, Depression, Intimacy and Relationships, Panic Attacks/ Panic Disorder, and coping with trauma.
My name is Blanca DiDonato and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 20 years experience working with children, youth and families, as well as working in a Behavioral Health program integrated in a Primary Care setting. My approach to therapy is to provide brief therapeutic interventions that focus on the reduction of symptoms associated with stress, anxiety, and depression, using solution-focused strategies.
My name is Blanca DiDonato and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 20 years experience working with children, youth and families, as well as working in a Behavioral Health program integrated in a Primary Care setting. My approach to therapy is to provide brief therapeutic interventions that focus on the reduction of symptoms associated with stress, anxiety, and depression, using solution-focused strategies.
I have worked with a variety of clients, including those struggling with mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety, as well as bipolar, trauma, and stressor-related disorders and co-occurring disorders.
Hi, I'm Hope Portney, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Beginning or returning to therapy after time away can be a daunting experience. It takes courage to reach out for support and to begin the process of working on yourself and your relationships. I strive to be a supportive, objective, and collaborative partner on your journey, whether that is healing past hurts, finding new ways of thinking, learning to show up differently in relationships, or reducing symptoms that are interfering with your life.
I have worked with a variety of clients, including those struggling with mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety, as well as bipolar, trauma, and stressor-related disorders and co-occurring disorders.
Hi, I'm Hope Portney, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Beginning or returning to therapy after time away can be a daunting experience. It takes courage to reach out for support and to begin the process of working on yourself and your relationships. I strive to be a supportive, objective, and collaborative partner on your journey, whether that is healing past hurts, finding new ways of thinking, learning to show up differently in relationships, or reducing symptoms that are interfering with your life.
I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for teens and young adults who may be dealing with challenges regarding life transitions, parenting stress, relationship issues, lack of coping skills, self-esteem, anxiety, and depression.
My name is Merna Eissa and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Orange County, CA, and working with clients via telehealth. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Concordia University, Irvine. I continued my education at Pepperdine University, earning my Master of Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. I worked with children, families, and individuals of many ages.
I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for teens and young adults who may be dealing with challenges regarding life transitions, parenting stress, relationship issues, lack of coping skills, self-esteem, anxiety, and depression.
My name is Merna Eissa and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Orange County, CA, and working with clients via telehealth. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Concordia University, Irvine. I continued my education at Pepperdine University, earning my Master of Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. I worked with children, families, and individuals of many ages.
My name is Sarina Pan and I am a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in Los Angeles area. I work with adolescents and adults across all ages. I help people experience relief from shame, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, and inner criticism through self-understanding, self-exploring, and self-compassion. Hearing people out and providing support and guidance to them to walk out from the life struggles is my true life passion.
My name is Sarina Pan and I am a licensed clinical social worker in private practice in Los Angeles area. I work with adolescents and adults across all ages. I help people experience relief from shame, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, and inner criticism through self-understanding, self-exploring, and self-compassion. Hearing people out and providing support and guidance to them to walk out from the life struggles is my true life passion.
I received my Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy and Professional Clinical Counseling from Brandman University. I began my counseling career as a mental health therapist working with children and families. I have been working as a mental health therapist for 5 years. I work primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions.
I received my Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy and Professional Clinical Counseling from Brandman University. I began my counseling career as a mental health therapist working with children and families. I have been working as a mental health therapist for 5 years. I work primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions.
Jamillah Pargo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Marcos, CA 92078
Are you experiencing Hopelessness, Sadness, Worthlessness, Panic Attacks, Racing Thoughts, or Fear? Do you lay awake at night WORRYING about EVERYTHING? Are your worries or fears a constant cycle? Do you avoid interaction with loved ones, or maybe you don't want to be a burden to family or friends, so you begin isolating from everyone? Do you ever say, “I can’t take this anymore?” Do you feel alone in your problems? You are not alone, whether you're dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Health Crisis, Midlife Crisis, or just unsure how to move forward in life, assisting adults redefine life is my passion & purpose.
Are you experiencing Hopelessness, Sadness, Worthlessness, Panic Attacks, Racing Thoughts, or Fear? Do you lay awake at night WORRYING about EVERYTHING? Are your worries or fears a constant cycle? Do you avoid interaction with loved ones, or maybe you don't want to be a burden to family or friends, so you begin isolating from everyone? Do you ever say, “I can’t take this anymore?” Do you feel alone in your problems? You are not alone, whether you're dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Health Crisis, Midlife Crisis, or just unsure how to move forward in life, assisting adults redefine life is my passion & purpose.
My name is Lezly Zavala, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore and address their challenges. I specialize in anxiety, stress, and depression, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and navigate life transitions. I specialize in providing empathetic and targeted support to adolescents and young adults navigating the challenges of life transitions.
My name is Lezly Zavala, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore and address their challenges. I specialize in anxiety, stress, and depression, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and navigate life transitions. I specialize in providing empathetic and targeted support to adolescents and young adults navigating the challenges of life transitions.
I have experience in working with various mental health issues including Depression, anxiety, PTSD, and difficulties related to trauma history, grief, substance abuse, and relationship problems.
Hello, My name is Carmen Siordia. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is based in Salinas, California. I see clients statewide via telehealth or in person at my office. I believe everyone has the potential to create the life they deserve. I am passionate about helping others work through their difficulties, gain a greater understanding of themselves and find meaning in their life experiences. In my work, I can help you learn practical and effective ways to manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
I have experience in working with various mental health issues including Depression, anxiety, PTSD, and difficulties related to trauma history, grief, substance abuse, and relationship problems.
Hello, My name is Carmen Siordia. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is based in Salinas, California. I see clients statewide via telehealth or in person at my office. I believe everyone has the potential to create the life they deserve. I am passionate about helping others work through their difficulties, gain a greater understanding of themselves and find meaning in their life experiences. In my work, I can help you learn practical and effective ways to manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
My areas of interest and experience include treating children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral issues, ADHD, grief, acute stress, adjustment, women's issues, generational trauma, and cultural issues.
Hello! My name is Gloria Rojas and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. My goal is to provide a safe space to process, heal and rebuild. My services can be provided in English and Spanish and include interventions to identify the problem, find solutions, coping techniques, relaxation/stress management skills, goal setting, task management, insight, and skill building. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Problem-Solving Treatment, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
My areas of interest and experience include treating children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral issues, ADHD, grief, acute stress, adjustment, women's issues, generational trauma, and cultural issues.
Hello! My name is Gloria Rojas and I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. My goal is to provide a safe space to process, heal and rebuild. My services can be provided in English and Spanish and include interventions to identify the problem, find solutions, coping techniques, relaxation/stress management skills, goal setting, task management, insight, and skill building. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Problem-Solving Treatment, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
My name is Gladis Rendon, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California. I have worked extensively with children and adolescents and specialize in trauma, anxiety, and depression. I have been providing individual, couple, and family therapy sessions with clients from different backgrounds since 2016. My work experience has allowed me to become adept at interacting with clients across a wide age range, including children and adolescents. I am most comfortable treating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, interpersonal disputes, and role transitions.
My name is Gladis Rendon, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California. I have worked extensively with children and adolescents and specialize in trauma, anxiety, and depression. I have been providing individual, couple, and family therapy sessions with clients from different backgrounds since 2016. My work experience has allowed me to become adept at interacting with clients across a wide age range, including children and adolescents. I am most comfortable treating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, interpersonal disputes, and role transitions.
My name is Alisha Ready, LCSW. There are seasons of our lives where we may feel lost or hopeless, and unsure how to move forward. I truly believe everyone has the strength and ability to find healing and peace. My passion is to create an emotionally safe and supportive environment to support you through your brave journey. I specialize in working with individuals and couples who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, family conflict, infertility, issues related to adoption, new life transitions, postpartum mood disorders, past trauma, or disrupted attachment.
My name is Alisha Ready, LCSW. There are seasons of our lives where we may feel lost or hopeless, and unsure how to move forward. I truly believe everyone has the strength and ability to find healing and peace. My passion is to create an emotionally safe and supportive environment to support you through your brave journey. I specialize in working with individuals and couples who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, family conflict, infertility, issues related to adoption, new life transitions, postpartum mood disorders, past trauma, or disrupted attachment.
Carrie L Poulson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAT
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92025 (Online Only)
Carrie Poulson LCSW. CERT: I am a psychotherapist, and certified art therapist who specializes in family of origin trauma, co-dependency issues, anxiety and depression. I live in Escondido, California where I maintain a private practice. I conduct experiential groups, workshops, and individual counseling sessions. I know that going to therapy can be scary, however I am very understanding, non-judgmental, and down-to-earth, with relaxing, yet transformative, sessions. I understand. I have a trauma history of my own and have been in your shoes. I know the way to a better life! Don't be afraid to take this step.
Carrie Poulson LCSW. CERT: I am a psychotherapist, and certified art therapist who specializes in family of origin trauma, co-dependency issues, anxiety and depression. I live in Escondido, California where I maintain a private practice. I conduct experiential groups, workshops, and individual counseling sessions. I know that going to therapy can be scary, however I am very understanding, non-judgmental, and down-to-earth, with relaxing, yet transformative, sessions. I understand. I have a trauma history of my own and have been in your shoes. I know the way to a better life! Don't be afraid to take this step.
I am passionate about empowering individuals to thrive in life. Therapy is essential for uncovering and understanding self-destructive behaviors and working through, not around, loss and grief. I work with adults and teens, specializing in trauma, divorce, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, broken relationships, life transitions and identity. Therapy can be overwhelming at first, therefore, I provide a safe and trusting environment to uncover and explore new and healthier approaches to life.
I am passionate about empowering individuals to thrive in life. Therapy is essential for uncovering and understanding self-destructive behaviors and working through, not around, loss and grief. I work with adults and teens, specializing in trauma, divorce, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, broken relationships, life transitions and identity. Therapy can be overwhelming at first, therefore, I provide a safe and trusting environment to uncover and explore new and healthier approaches to life.
Accepting NEW patients. Are you feeling alone? Are you considering divorce? Are you struggling to co-parent? If you are having difficulty maintaining your relationships and need someone to understand and listen to you - please reach out for professional help. You deserve to be heard, to be loved and to work on your mental health, stress, anxiety, and depression. I can help you improve your relationships, to feel less worried, and to heal from past hurts that resurface. I will help you find your strengths, solve problems, learn new ways to cope with stress and learn new communication skills to use with your partner and loved ones.
Accepting NEW patients. Are you feeling alone? Are you considering divorce? Are you struggling to co-parent? If you are having difficulty maintaining your relationships and need someone to understand and listen to you - please reach out for professional help. You deserve to be heard, to be loved and to work on your mental health, stress, anxiety, and depression. I can help you improve your relationships, to feel less worried, and to heal from past hurts that resurface. I will help you find your strengths, solve problems, learn new ways to cope with stress and learn new communication skills to use with your partner and loved ones.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.