Therapists in Carlsbad, CA
Kathleen Kawamura
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Not accepting new clients
I am a clinical psychologist with 25+ years of experience helping individuals work through anxiety, depression, and more general life issues related to personal growth, self-esteem, and relationships. For those struggling with panic, excessive worrying, social anxiety, or intrusive, unwanted, fearful thoughts, I offer strategies that have been found to be highly effective in managing emotional distress. This also includes finding ways to turn towards and sit with uncomfortable emotions as attempts to resist these emotions often leads to more suffering.
I am a clinical psychologist with 25+ years of experience helping individuals work through anxiety, depression, and more general life issues related to personal growth, self-esteem, and relationships. For those struggling with panic, excessive worrying, social anxiety, or intrusive, unwanted, fearful thoughts, I offer strategies that have been found to be highly effective in managing emotional distress. This also includes finding ways to turn towards and sit with uncomfortable emotions as attempts to resist these emotions often leads to more suffering.
Sean Kelley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008
It is my belief that all individuals innately have the capability to enact the changes they would like to see in their lives. Yet too often in my work have outside forces taken a strong hold on the individuals locus of control. My role is to support my client with providing perspective and encouragement, in order to understand how to go about that enactment. Every person has the ability to rise to their challenges. At first it might not seem so because of whatever internal and/or external barriers they have encountered however I firmly believe each client is the hero of their own story and they will overcome their challenges.
It is my belief that all individuals innately have the capability to enact the changes they would like to see in their lives. Yet too often in my work have outside forces taken a strong hold on the individuals locus of control. My role is to support my client with providing perspective and encouragement, in order to understand how to go about that enactment. Every person has the ability to rise to their challenges. At first it might not seem so because of whatever internal and/or external barriers they have encountered however I firmly believe each client is the hero of their own story and they will overcome their challenges.
Amarri Simms
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Online Only)
Everyday, in every way, we have the ability to get better and better, and I would be honored to support you in your journey. I have a passion and purpose to be of meaningful service to others. I combine my education, professional and real world experience to provide gentle, honest, and insightful care within a compassionate, client centered, spiritual approach.
Everyday, in every way, we have the ability to get better and better, and I would be honored to support you in your journey. I have a passion and purpose to be of meaningful service to others. I combine my education, professional and real world experience to provide gentle, honest, and insightful care within a compassionate, client centered, spiritual approach.
Carlsbad Assessment Center for Children
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Dr. MacArthur specializes in providing psychological and neuropsychological assessments for children ages 2-18 in a variety of areas, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Behavioral Challenges, and Social-Emotional Concerns. Dr. MacArthur helps children and families identify strengths and areas of obstacles in order to provide the best path forward to help your child thrive. Dr. MacArthur has no waitlist and provides a quick turnaround of reports and feedback.
Dr. MacArthur specializes in providing psychological and neuropsychological assessments for children ages 2-18 in a variety of areas, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Behavioral Challenges, and Social-Emotional Concerns. Dr. MacArthur helps children and families identify strengths and areas of obstacles in order to provide the best path forward to help your child thrive. Dr. MacArthur has no waitlist and provides a quick turnaround of reports and feedback.
Ja'niece Baer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, PPS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Waitlist for new clients
Anxious, worried, fearful? I have a heart for helping people who struggle with anxiety. Through my ongoing training and expertise, I provide guidance and strategies so that you can tame the worry and reclaim your life. I use proven interventions like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT as well as mindfulness, diaphragmatic breathing, relaxation, and expressive art therapy techniques. Research shows that these specific interventions help people feel better. YOU can feel better too! Let me help you reclaim your life!
Anxious, worried, fearful? I have a heart for helping people who struggle with anxiety. Through my ongoing training and expertise, I provide guidance and strategies so that you can tame the worry and reclaim your life. I use proven interventions like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT as well as mindfulness, diaphragmatic breathing, relaxation, and expressive art therapy techniques. Research shows that these specific interventions help people feel better. YOU can feel better too! Let me help you reclaim your life!
Cindy Fisher
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008
It takes courage to seek therapy, yet it’s one of the most helpful forms of self-care when life becomes overwhelming. My goal is to normalize the process and create safety & support for self-exploration and relational attunement. I work with couples, families and relationships. Therapy is like turning on lights and finding guard rails when everything feels dark and uncertain. It can provide a map and offer loving presence &compassion in difficult moments. It empowers YOU to step fully into an empowered life with humility, courage, & connection with the parts of yourself and with others.
It takes courage to seek therapy, yet it’s one of the most helpful forms of self-care when life becomes overwhelming. My goal is to normalize the process and create safety & support for self-exploration and relational attunement. I work with couples, families and relationships. Therapy is like turning on lights and finding guard rails when everything feels dark and uncertain. It can provide a map and offer loving presence &compassion in difficult moments. It empowers YOU to step fully into an empowered life with humility, courage, & connection with the parts of yourself and with others.
Jean Jho
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
Are you known for being a perfectionist, but in reality, underneath the perfectionist mask, you feel anxious, emotional chaotic, and overwhelmed? The thought of making mistakes or showing flaws brings up fear of rejection and judgment. Imposter syndrome seems to rear its ugly head all the time. You just want to be able to feel safe and relax, but you just cannot allow yourself to relax and enjoy. You're exhausted, but feel like there is no other option but to keep pushing on. You just want to be happy, damnit!
Are you known for being a perfectionist, but in reality, underneath the perfectionist mask, you feel anxious, emotional chaotic, and overwhelmed? The thought of making mistakes or showing flaws brings up fear of rejection and judgment. Imposter syndrome seems to rear its ugly head all the time. You just want to be able to feel safe and relax, but you just cannot allow yourself to relax and enjoy. You're exhausted, but feel like there is no other option but to keep pushing on. You just want to be happy, damnit!
Online Therapy With Deborah Redmond
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
Telehealth in California, Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Washington, and Canada. You are warmly invited you to share in the amazing possibilities of psychotherapy. Psychotherapy can be instrumental in recovery from challenges of mind and heart including: depression, anxiety, trauma, finding purpose, life transitions, and many more. It can make heartbreak understandable, tolerable, and even growth-producing. It can provide the foundation for creating new healthier relationships based on respect, trust, compromise, and compassion. It can take an ordinary life and make it extraordinarily rich and purposeful.
Telehealth in California, Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Washington, and Canada. You are warmly invited you to share in the amazing possibilities of psychotherapy. Psychotherapy can be instrumental in recovery from challenges of mind and heart including: depression, anxiety, trauma, finding purpose, life transitions, and many more. It can make heartbreak understandable, tolerable, and even growth-producing. It can provide the foundation for creating new healthier relationships based on respect, trust, compromise, and compassion. It can take an ordinary life and make it extraordinarily rich and purposeful.
Susannah Flaherty
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92010
My life has been full of diverse experiences in the U.S. and abroad, leaving me with a deep appreciation for human differences. It is an honor to have individuals share their struggles with me and trust me to offer support and tools for managing mood, anxiety, relationships, and professional/academic challenges. I approach sensitive topics in psychotherapy with a compassionate, thoughtful, exploratory, and collaborative approach. I hope to help clients strengthen their resilience and learn about themselves, even through the darkest of times.
My life has been full of diverse experiences in the U.S. and abroad, leaving me with a deep appreciation for human differences. It is an honor to have individuals share their struggles with me and trust me to offer support and tools for managing mood, anxiety, relationships, and professional/academic challenges. I approach sensitive topics in psychotherapy with a compassionate, thoughtful, exploratory, and collaborative approach. I hope to help clients strengthen their resilience and learn about themselves, even through the darkest of times.
Rosalba DeRobbio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families (children, adolescents, teens, adults) in a variety of settings. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy. My therapeutic intention is to create a space for you and your family to feel guided, challenged, heard, and connected. My hope is to help facilitate building a more connected and loving relationship with yourself, your children, and/or your partner.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families (children, adolescents, teens, adults) in a variety of settings. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy. My therapeutic intention is to create a space for you and your family to feel guided, challenged, heard, and connected. My hope is to help facilitate building a more connected and loving relationship with yourself, your children, and/or your partner.
Rachel Levinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with being connected with parts of yourself and others? Perhaps different parts of you know how to get what you want, but something inside prevents you from making changes. Sex Therapy is a window into the mind, body, and spirit, allowing you to identify places in which healing needs to take place, and highlighting your deepest desires. Together, we’ll explore your past and present, create intentions for the future and set you up with skills in order to meet your goals.
Do you struggle with being connected with parts of yourself and others? Perhaps different parts of you know how to get what you want, but something inside prevents you from making changes. Sex Therapy is a window into the mind, body, and spirit, allowing you to identify places in which healing needs to take place, and highlighting your deepest desires. Together, we’ll explore your past and present, create intentions for the future and set you up with skills in order to meet your goals.
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist and have been in practice for over 15 years. I specialize in diagnosis of disorders that impact learning such as ADHD, Auditory and Visual Processing Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and social/emotional difficulties (Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Motivation). If your child is frustrated, homework is tedious, has difficulty following directions, or has challenges with peers it may be due to an underlying issue and I will work to shed light on and resolve those issues. Through assessment and counseling your child can be relieved of frustrations and find their way to success.
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist and have been in practice for over 15 years. I specialize in diagnosis of disorders that impact learning such as ADHD, Auditory and Visual Processing Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and social/emotional difficulties (Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Motivation). If your child is frustrated, homework is tedious, has difficulty following directions, or has challenges with peers it may be due to an underlying issue and I will work to shed light on and resolve those issues. Through assessment and counseling your child can be relieved of frustrations and find their way to success.
Jessica Furland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
Are you navigating the journey of pregnancy or early parenthood? If you find yourself battling anxiety, searching for relief from postpartum mood shifts, or confronting past traumas, I'm here to offer a helping hand. As a therapist specializing in anxiety, perinatal and postpartum mood, and trauma, I invite you to embark on this healing adventure together. Whether you're wrestling with anxiety, seeking to heal from trauma, or dealing with the tricks OCD plays on the mind, there are effective treatments that can lessen suffering and give you the life you deserve.
Are you navigating the journey of pregnancy or early parenthood? If you find yourself battling anxiety, searching for relief from postpartum mood shifts, or confronting past traumas, I'm here to offer a helping hand. As a therapist specializing in anxiety, perinatal and postpartum mood, and trauma, I invite you to embark on this healing adventure together. Whether you're wrestling with anxiety, seeking to heal from trauma, or dealing with the tricks OCD plays on the mind, there are effective treatments that can lessen suffering and give you the life you deserve.
Headlight / Carlsbad
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
Headlight is proud to offer Carlsbad, CA a full circle of mental health care services, including therapy, coaching, support groups, medication management, and an online library of self-care resources. We make world-class mental health care accessible for everyone!
Headlight is proud to offer Carlsbad, CA a full circle of mental health care services, including therapy, coaching, support groups, medication management, and an online library of self-care resources. We make world-class mental health care accessible for everyone!
Ashley Rachael Amundson
Counselor, MS, LPCC, LAADC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Online Only)
“In a world where you can be anyone, be your best self” Are you stuck in life? Are you struggling to finding purpose and living life and achieving the best version of yourself? We feel a sense of anxiety when we are not living the path we were meant to lead. It creates a disconnect from the spirit and the true self. If any of this resonates with you, I can help! I am currently offering mini-sessions as a discounted offering in my practice. $65 per 30-minute sessions. These sessions will be a combination of coaching, cognitive behavioral therapy and tool building.
“In a world where you can be anyone, be your best self” Are you stuck in life? Are you struggling to finding purpose and living life and achieving the best version of yourself? We feel a sense of anxiety when we are not living the path we were meant to lead. It creates a disconnect from the spirit and the true self. If any of this resonates with you, I can help! I am currently offering mini-sessions as a discounted offering in my practice. $65 per 30-minute sessions. These sessions will be a combination of coaching, cognitive behavioral therapy and tool building.
Tina Burke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92008
"Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen." Brene Brown It takes tremendous courage and strength to read out for guidance. Each of us has developed a set of beliefs which shape our world. These beliefs influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I am empathic, down-to-earth, and easy to talk to. I am skilled at helping individuals and couples understand themselves in a new light - increasing personal growth, self-discovery, and self-empowerment.
"Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen." Brene Brown It takes tremendous courage and strength to read out for guidance. Each of us has developed a set of beliefs which shape our world. These beliefs influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I am empathic, down-to-earth, and easy to talk to. I am skilled at helping individuals and couples understand themselves in a new light - increasing personal growth, self-discovery, and self-empowerment.
Vicki A Dyar
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Online Only)
I am a psychotherapist who offers a compassionate, thoughtful, and empathetic approach to therapy. I help individuals increase curiosity and understanding about their life experiences, and identify and work through blocks to healthy relationships, balance, and overall well-being.
I am a psychotherapist who offers a compassionate, thoughtful, and empathetic approach to therapy. I help individuals increase curiosity and understanding about their life experiences, and identify and work through blocks to healthy relationships, balance, and overall well-being.
Travis Buchanan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Online Only)
Therapy is an important investment in you. A foundation to my approach is forming an impactful relationship committed to helping. I offer a safe space to help support you through the challenges you bring to session. My therapeutic style is from a positive place of encouragement and insight while providing support to align your goals. I work to find strength within to help you find happiness. I've worked in private practice for 13+ years as well as in outpatient treatment, community mental health, and partial hospitalization programs.
Therapy is an important investment in you. A foundation to my approach is forming an impactful relationship committed to helping. I offer a safe space to help support you through the challenges you bring to session. My therapeutic style is from a positive place of encouragement and insight while providing support to align your goals. I work to find strength within to help you find happiness. I've worked in private practice for 13+ years as well as in outpatient treatment, community mental health, and partial hospitalization programs.
Ben Cohen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Carlsbad, CA 92009 (Online Only)
Welcome! My passion is helping couples and individuals attain the life and relationships they desire. Couples: Are you tired of having the same arguments over and over? Feeling like your partner doesn’t listen to you? Appreciate you? See and hear you? Or feeling like what you do is never enough, and you can’t just relax and be yourself? If so…you are not alone! And I am here to help you so that you can regain the feelings of connection, trust, and intimacy that you desire. I will provide you with the skills and strategies to help you communicate more effectively, and replace blame and criticism with empathy and understanding.
Welcome! My passion is helping couples and individuals attain the life and relationships they desire. Couples: Are you tired of having the same arguments over and over? Feeling like your partner doesn’t listen to you? Appreciate you? See and hear you? Or feeling like what you do is never enough, and you can’t just relax and be yourself? If so…you are not alone! And I am here to help you so that you can regain the feelings of connection, trust, and intimacy that you desire. I will provide you with the skills and strategies to help you communicate more effectively, and replace blame and criticism with empathy and understanding.
Rebecca D. Dennison
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
We all struggle and can face many difficulties as we maneuver through life. These struggles often come in our relationships as we learn about ourselves and our loved ones, sometimes causing pain, anxiety and depression. I am a christian therapist and owner at Coastline Counseling Group, who is here to come alongside my clients in the struggles they face in their individual lives, marriages and families and to offer hope for the future and healing in the present. I especially enjoy working with women suffering from anxiety and depression, couples seeking a better relationship, teens, and families.
We all struggle and can face many difficulties as we maneuver through life. These struggles often come in our relationships as we learn about ourselves and our loved ones, sometimes causing pain, anxiety and depression. I am a christian therapist and owner at Coastline Counseling Group, who is here to come alongside my clients in the struggles they face in their individual lives, marriages and families and to offer hope for the future and healing in the present. I especially enjoy working with women suffering from anxiety and depression, couples seeking a better relationship, teens, and families.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Carlsbad, CA
600+
Average cost per session
$165
Therapists in Carlsbad, CA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
77% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
66% | Stress |
64% | Grief |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
70% | Aetna |
60% | Cigna and Evernorth |
49% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Carlsbad, CA see their clients
71% | In Person and Online | |
29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Carlsbad?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.