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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Photo of Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Vista, CA 92084
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Greetings! As a licensed MFT, my career continues to evolve as science and technology transform the behavioral health field. I have provided services to a culturally-diverse population across Southern California since 2004, including ten years with Riverside County in the desert region after graduating from Antioch University in 2005 with an M.A. degree in clinical psychology. I specialize in adults with addiction-recovery issues, LGBT+ patients, phase of life problems, and couples (limited). For insured clients: I work with two provider platforms, Headway and Rula (Path). Please email me directly for additional information!
My approach to therapy is eclectic in nature. First and foremost, I provide and deliver client-centered treatment, utilizing a variety of modalities including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, and solution-focused interventions to address issues such as mood disorders, trauma, grief/loss and other life challenges which may arise.
I endeavor to provide all my patients with a safe, warm, supportive and empowering environment which will allow us to find solutions together for whatever issues are impairing your quality of life. You are worthy of having a FULL life with freedom, support, and love around you! I look forward to meeting you and helping you along your journey!
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Vista, CA 92084

I see clients via video platform (Zoom), Mon-Fri from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m (Pacific) with some limited flexibility for evenings and weekends.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Connect with Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Photo of Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Vista, CA 92084

I see clients via video platform (Zoom), Mon-Fri from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m (Pacific) with some limited flexibility for evenings and weekends.
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by Venmo, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Health Net
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • TriWest
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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For insured clients: I work with two provider platforms, Headway and Rula (formerly Path). I also do make accommodations for out-of-network clients and clients in need of sliding-scale fees. Please email me directly for additional information!
with questions.
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
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For insured clients: I work with two provider platforms, Headway and Rula (formerly Path). I also do make accommodations for out-of-network clients and clients in need of sliding-scale fees. Please email me directly for additional information!
with questions.
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 46560 Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
  • In Practice for 20 Years
  • License: California Board of Behavioral Sciences 46560 / 2008
  • Membership with CAMFT 78035 / 2004
  • Attended Antioch University Los Angeles, M.A. Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2005
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10 years in the public mental health system was the foundation for me acquiring my skills to treat a variety of mental health issues via individual and group therapy, providing services to underserved, high-acuity patients. I ran a small private practice concurrently from 2009 to 2016.
with questions.
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
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10 years in the public mental health system was the foundation for me acquiring my skills to treat a variety of mental health issues via individual and group therapy, providing services to underserved, high-acuity patients. I ran a small private practice concurrently from 2009 to 2016.
with questions.
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Couples Therapy
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Sexual/Love Addiction and Compulsivity
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I see adult clients with mood disorders (anxiety/depression), substance use/addiction problems, and phase of life issues (work stressors, family problems, health challenges, aging, grief/loss/transitions). Over the course of treatment, I partner with the patient to come up with solution-focused action plans geared towards symptom reduction, developing coping skills and building external supports.
with questions.
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
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I see adult clients with mood disorders (anxiety/depression), substance use/addiction problems, and phase of life issues (work stressors, family problems, health challenges, aging, grief/loss/transitions). Over the course of treatment, I partner with the patient to come up with solution-focused action plans geared towards symptom reduction, developing coping skills and building external supports.
with questions.
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT

2 Endorsements

Hilary D Kennedy
Hilary D Kennedy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC, PPSC
Elihu is an incredibly compassionate and empathetic therapist. I had the pleasure of being his colleague and always appreciated the warmth, humor, depth of thought, and wisdom that he brought to the team, and to his clients.
Wendy J Vitalich
Wendy J Vitalich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Eliott is a warm, compassionate therapist who creates emotional safety for his clients. He offers diverse and helpful tools towards his client's healing journey. He is authentic and lighthearted, and you will feel truly supported. -Wendy Vitalich, LMFT

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Recovery-Model Therapy (addiction)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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For clients struggling with mood dysregulation and other phase-of-life issues, I employ CBT and DBT techniques to increase perception/awareness, while developing stronger coping skills to manage peak stressors/conflicts. CBT is also a key component of helping clients recover from substance use and other addictive behaviors, in addition to developing supports within the recovery community.
with questions.
Photo of Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
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For clients struggling with mood dysregulation and other phase-of-life issues, I employ CBT and DBT techniques to increase perception/awareness, while developing stronger coping skills to manage peak stressors/conflicts. CBT is also a key component of helping clients recover from substance use and other addictive behaviors, in addition to developing supports within the recovery community.
with questions.
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Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT

Location

Primary Location

Vista, CA 92084

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I see clients via video platform (Zoom), Mon-Fri from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m (Pacific) with some limited flexibility for evenings and weekends.
Photo of Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
"
I see clients via video platform (Zoom), Mon-Fri from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m (Pacific) with some limited flexibility for evenings and weekends.
Photo of Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Elihu ' Eliott ' Goretsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT