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Jennifer Konzen
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, CST, CCDC
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037  (Online Only)
I work with couples to renew the fire in their love life and sexual relationship, couples affected by addiction, as well as couples who are no longer communicating or are on the brink of divorce. I counsel men and women who have experienced depression, anxiety, and OCD. I work with individuals dealing with grief, trauma, sexual abuse, and childhood or partner violence. I also work with parents and adolescents. I am a Certified Sex Therapist and a Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor.
I work with couples to renew the fire in their love life and sexual relationship, couples affected by addiction, as well as couples who are no longer communicating or are on the brink of divorce. I counsel men and women who have experienced depression, anxiety, and OCD. I work with individuals dealing with grief, trauma, sexual abuse, and childhood or partner violence. I also work with parents and adolescents. I am a Certified Sex Therapist and a Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor.
(858) 217-4992 View (858) 217-4992

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Diego Flores
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
at couples want to make their relationship work but can keep hurting each other instead.
Hello and thank you for the opportunity to offer my counseling services to you. My therapeutic style is collaborative and I invite those who are motivated to seek change including those from the LGBTQIA community, youth in transition (ages 16-24), and families in transition due to divorce, death, and re-marriage to come and speak with me. My specialty is couples counseling. Whether you are a monogamous couple or you are in a non-monogamous/polyamorous relationship, I provide space for couples who want to define who they are and what their relationship means to them now and moving forward. I believe each relationship is unique and th
at couples want to make their relationship work but can keep hurting each other instead.
Hello and thank you for the opportunity to offer my counseling services to you. My therapeutic style is collaborative and I invite those who are motivated to seek change including those from the LGBTQIA community, youth in transition (ages 16-24), and families in transition due to divorce, death, and re-marriage to come and speak with me. My specialty is couples counseling. Whether you are a monogamous couple or you are in a non-monogamous/polyamorous relationship, I provide space for couples who want to define who they are and what their relationship means to them now and moving forward. I believe each relationship is unique and th
(619) 304-3698 View (619) 304-3698
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WAVE Therapy Group Practice
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
We work with individuals, children, teens, parents, couples and families of all cultural backgrounds and sexual orientations.
We are a large group practice with over 35 therapists at 5 locations throughout San Diego and Orange County. We have been serving the San Diego community since 2014 and WAVE is a family owned and operated company. We specialize in a variety of issues and see clients from all age groups. We take most major insurances and also have affordable cash rates. Call today for immediate openings and therapy for the whole family in one place. We have locations in Oceanside, Carlsbad, Laguna Hills, Rancho Bernardo, and Mission Valley. See our website for more information: www.wavetherapist.org
We work with individuals, children, teens, parents, couples and families of all cultural backgrounds and sexual orientations.
We are a large group practice with over 35 therapists at 5 locations throughout San Diego and Orange County. We have been serving the San Diego community since 2014 and WAVE is a family owned and operated company. We specialize in a variety of issues and see clients from all age groups. We take most major insurances and also have affordable cash rates. Call today for immediate openings and therapy for the whole family in one place. We have locations in Oceanside, Carlsbad, Laguna Hills, Rancho Bernardo, and Mission Valley. See our website for more information: www.wavetherapist.org
(442) 219-7795 View (442) 219-7795
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Christine Ellis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92106  (Online Only)
Every individual is unique, whole and complete. Sometimes we have a hard time acknowledging this part and embracing who we are. Perhaps you need extra support or new tools to help navigate where you are at this moment in life. If you are seeking holistic approaches in order to release old energies on your healing journey, you've come to the right place. These approach along with thinking outside the box will empower you to figure out what works best in order to move forward.
Every individual is unique, whole and complete. Sometimes we have a hard time acknowledging this part and embracing who we are. Perhaps you need extra support or new tools to help navigate where you are at this moment in life. If you are seeking holistic approaches in order to release old energies on your healing journey, you've come to the right place. These approach along with thinking outside the box will empower you to figure out what works best in order to move forward.
(904) 650-3703 View (904) 650-3703
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Amy L Juleson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92110
I have experience in treating individual adults of all ages and enjoy working with couples desiring deeper connection, intimacy, and improved communication and conflict resolution skills. I specialize in working with attachment injuries, trauma, grief and loss, depression and anxiety management, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. I am here to hold space for my clients and help them realize their strengths and how they relate to themselves and others.
I have experience in treating individual adults of all ages and enjoy working with couples desiring deeper connection, intimacy, and improved communication and conflict resolution skills. I specialize in working with attachment injuries, trauma, grief and loss, depression and anxiety management, relationship concerns, and major life transitions. I am here to hold space for my clients and help them realize their strengths and how they relate to themselves and others.
(619) 345-5206 View (619) 345-5206
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Abi Weissman-Waves A Psych Co. Centering Lgbtq+ Care
Psychologist, PsyD, MHP-500
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
Through queer and/or trans-centered individualized weekly talk and/or somatic therapy, Waves psychologists and therapists help teens and adults, including families, & relational units, better understand themselves and start living their best life. We offer queer and trans - affirming trauma-informed talk therapy, EMDR, and Connecting to Your body sessions using Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy. We are all about neurodiversity and are actively working towards being anti-racist. We are also fat-affirming and Jewish - knowledgeable.
Through queer and/or trans-centered individualized weekly talk and/or somatic therapy, Waves psychologists and therapists help teens and adults, including families, & relational units, better understand themselves and start living their best life. We offer queer and trans - affirming trauma-informed talk therapy, EMDR, and Connecting to Your body sessions using Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy. We are all about neurodiversity and are actively working towards being anti-racist. We are also fat-affirming and Jewish - knowledgeable.
(619) 403-5578 View (619) 403-5578

Online Therapists

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Alison Lynn Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Cannot find someone who takes your insurance? Frustrated with calling therapists and not receiving a call back or there being a schedule conflict? Insightful Matters may be the solution for you. Here, you call one number and you are taken care of. You have access to using your insurance if you wish, a full range of therapists to choose from, days & times, as well as specialities. You can check out our individual profiles here on psychology today and on our website at www.insightfulmatters.com.
Cannot find someone who takes your insurance? Frustrated with calling therapists and not receiving a call back or there being a schedule conflict? Insightful Matters may be the solution for you. Here, you call one number and you are taken care of. You have access to using your insurance if you wish, a full range of therapists to choose from, days & times, as well as specialities. You can check out our individual profiles here on psychology today and on our website at www.insightfulmatters.com.
(714) 654-1570 View (714) 654-1570
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Allison Kent
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92606  (Online Only)
I work with those that are looking to find better ways to handle interpersonal challenges and navigate life changes more effectively. My approach is fairly straightforward, I talk to people like they are people.
I work with those that are looking to find better ways to handle interpersonal challenges and navigate life changes more effectively. My approach is fairly straightforward, I talk to people like they are people.
(562) 479-7773 View (562) 479-7773
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Ted Coleman
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Upland, CA 91786
Please consider a free consultation if you believe you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, loss and grief, personal trauma, post-traumatic stress, anger management, relationship issues, separation or divorce, self-esteem, parent effectiveness, or personal transitions, e.
To paraphrase a Greek philosopher, the only thing constant is change; in fact, life is full of changes and challenges. When feeling confident and strong, we can usually adapt fairly well to stresses and obstacles. It's different, though, when unpleasant emotions or complex issues seem to drain practically all the energy we can muster just to get through the day. Feeling overly confused or frustrated, maybe even lost or helpless, might mean it's time to reach out to someone who can help us identify, work through, and manage whatever is getting in the way of our happiness and peace of mind. I could be just that person for you.
Please consider a free consultation if you believe you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, loss and grief, personal trauma, post-traumatic stress, anger management, relationship issues, separation or divorce, self-esteem, parent effectiveness, or personal transitions, e.
To paraphrase a Greek philosopher, the only thing constant is change; in fact, life is full of changes and challenges. When feeling confident and strong, we can usually adapt fairly well to stresses and obstacles. It's different, though, when unpleasant emotions or complex issues seem to drain practically all the energy we can muster just to get through the day. Feeling overly confused or frustrated, maybe even lost or helpless, might mean it's time to reach out to someone who can help us identify, work through, and manage whatever is getting in the way of our happiness and peace of mind. I could be just that person for you.
(909) 318-1480 x703 View (909) 318-1480 x703
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Hiliary Meagan Schroeder
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024  (Online Only)
Do you struggle with recognizing your self worth and potential in life? Are you feeling hopeless and unsure how to move forward? If you answered yes to any of these questions you are not alone; I am here to help!
Do you struggle with recognizing your self worth and potential in life? Are you feeling hopeless and unsure how to move forward? If you answered yes to any of these questions you are not alone; I am here to help!
(661) 724-4415 View (661) 724-4415
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Mary Ortenburger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CEDS-S, C-IAYT, RYT-500
Verified Verified
Claremont, CA 91711
My specialties include: Gestalt Therapy, eating disorders, trauma, EMDR, depression and anxiety, couples therapy, complex trauma.
As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental, and comfortable environment for my clients. Overall, I use an very authentic, egalitarian, honest, direct, dialogic and relational approach. I focus on the ability of clients to make changes and find freedom in their lives by utilizing their unique potential, accepting personal responsibility, and exploring the meaning in life that they desire. My style stems from my belief that the client's own internal knowledge, strength, and commitment to change is what ultimately holds the power. Relational Gestalt therapy highly informs my clinical work and therapeutic style.
My specialties include: Gestalt Therapy, eating disorders, trauma, EMDR, depression and anxiety, couples therapy, complex trauma.
As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental, and comfortable environment for my clients. Overall, I use an very authentic, egalitarian, honest, direct, dialogic and relational approach. I focus on the ability of clients to make changes and find freedom in their lives by utilizing their unique potential, accepting personal responsibility, and exploring the meaning in life that they desire. My style stems from my belief that the client's own internal knowledge, strength, and commitment to change is what ultimately holds the power. Relational Gestalt therapy highly informs my clinical work and therapeutic style.
(562) 321-9516 View (562) 321-9516
Citrus Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Redlands, CA 92373
Citrus Counseling Services is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has been providing comprehensive mental health services throughout the Inland Empire since 1978. We have over 50 employees that provide professional, compassionate, evidence-based mental health services to meet the needs in our community.
Citrus Counseling Services is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has been providing comprehensive mental health services throughout the Inland Empire since 1978. We have over 50 employees that provide professional, compassionate, evidence-based mental health services to meet the needs in our community.
(909) 402-3583 View (909) 402-3583
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Lindsey J Ritter-Ingorvaia
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, APCC, AMFT, CBTF, CAMS
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592
I am committed to bringing support, hope and healing to individuals, couples, or those facing significant life challenges and change. My methods are unique and have developed over the years with increasing resources, research, support, and growing community awareness. I want to empower my clients to find their best version of themselves, their whole happy healthy individuality and do so by helping anyone needing services and welcome all communities and persons to work with me. Mental health is just as real as physical health and believe that everyone needs to have their voice and inner self heard.
I am committed to bringing support, hope and healing to individuals, couples, or those facing significant life challenges and change. My methods are unique and have developed over the years with increasing resources, research, support, and growing community awareness. I want to empower my clients to find their best version of themselves, their whole happy healthy individuality and do so by helping anyone needing services and welcome all communities and persons to work with me. Mental health is just as real as physical health and believe that everyone needs to have their voice and inner self heard.
(951) 944-2689 View (951) 944-2689
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Collaborative Psychology Group
Psychologist, Psy D, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92562
We offer individual, couples and family therapy and medication management.
We are a diverse group practice and consider it a privilege in being apart of helping you discover how to operate from the best in you. Our goal as therapists is to work collaboratively with individuals, couples and families in a process of self-reflection, self-validation and self confrontation while acting with integrity and operating from the best in themselves. We work with individuals to assist them in developing satisfying, meaningful relationships by helping them attain a balance between autonomy and connection to others.
We offer individual, couples and family therapy and medication management.
We are a diverse group practice and consider it a privilege in being apart of helping you discover how to operate from the best in you. Our goal as therapists is to work collaboratively with individuals, couples and families in a process of self-reflection, self-validation and self confrontation while acting with integrity and operating from the best in themselves. We work with individuals to assist them in developing satisfying, meaningful relationships by helping them attain a balance between autonomy and connection to others.
(951) 447-8236 View (951) 447-8236
Francesca Kagy-Lauro
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, APCC
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821  (Online Only)
I have experience working with delicate issues surrounding the Neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+ community, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.
You may want to work with me if you are a parent looking for support for your child, an adolescent/teen that needs someone to talk things through such as home/relationship/school stressors, a young adult balancing life's problems, or a couple looking for communication help. I have experience in working with delicate issues surrounding the Neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+ community, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.
I have experience working with delicate issues surrounding the Neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+ community, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.
You may want to work with me if you are a parent looking for support for your child, an adolescent/teen that needs someone to talk things through such as home/relationship/school stressors, a young adult balancing life's problems, or a couple looking for communication help. I have experience in working with delicate issues surrounding the Neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+ community, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.
(657) 571-6929 View (657) 571-6929
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Evette Ybarra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92127
Thank you for viewing my profile, by the way, I am Evette Ybarra, LCSW. My goal is to be present while you are navigating your path/ journey in this challenging world! Helen Keller said, "Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experiences of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired, and success achieved.
Thank you for viewing my profile, by the way, I am Evette Ybarra, LCSW. My goal is to be present while you are navigating your path/ journey in this challenging world! Helen Keller said, "Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experiences of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired, and success achieved.
(858) 842-5531 View (858) 842-5531
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Kristie Cain
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92618
We specialize with children birth-12 & teens; highly trained play therapy for children, teens & adults; parenting; moms; couples; adoption; special needs; death; loss; illness; selective mutism; enuresis; encopresis & many other child and family struggles.
We are unique. We specialize with families. On your first visit, we ask the whole family come play in our specialized family playroom together. During this family assessment we watch, interact, play and get a feel for your family, personalities, struggles and dynamics. Our hope is for your family to have a place to see what is going on, get some information and collaborate to help your family be the family you envision. We tailor therapy to what you and your family need each week. Come play with us! www.ConnectedLife.Family
We specialize with children birth-12 & teens; highly trained play therapy for children, teens & adults; parenting; moms; couples; adoption; special needs; death; loss; illness; selective mutism; enuresis; encopresis & many other child and family struggles.
We are unique. We specialize with families. On your first visit, we ask the whole family come play in our specialized family playroom together. During this family assessment we watch, interact, play and get a feel for your family, personalities, struggles and dynamics. Our hope is for your family to have a place to see what is going on, get some information and collaborate to help your family be the family you envision. We tailor therapy to what you and your family need each week. Come play with us! www.ConnectedLife.Family
(949) 397-6605 View (949) 397-6605
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Pamela Lewis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brea, CA 92821
I have over 25 years experience working with individuals, couples and families from diverse populations including various regions of Southern California and Washington State.
Sexual Health is for Everyone! Are you disabled? Neurodivergent? Chronic Pain? Do you have something getting in the way of understanding how you can have sexual experiences, either individually or partnered, that bring you joy and satisfaction, but struggle to know how? I want to be here to support and help you achieve sexual health that makes sense in your life. If you are a parent of a child facing some of these questions and concerns, I am here for you too!
I have over 25 years experience working with individuals, couples and families from diverse populations including various regions of Southern California and Washington State.
Sexual Health is for Everyone! Are you disabled? Neurodivergent? Chronic Pain? Do you have something getting in the way of understanding how you can have sexual experiences, either individually or partnered, that bring you joy and satisfaction, but struggle to know how? I want to be here to support and help you achieve sexual health that makes sense in your life. If you are a parent of a child facing some of these questions and concerns, I am here for you too!
(657) 301-3290 View (657) 301-3290
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Summer Silva
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Escondido, CA 92027  (Online Only)
I have extreme passion and enthusiasm for guiding clients through the journey of finding peace, balance, and happiness. My areas of focus: Trauma/Abuse/PTSD, Eating Disorders, Borderline PD. I am also fluent in American Sign Language and have a wealth of knowledge regarding the Deaf and CODA cultures. My specialty areas include: Substance Use/Chemical Dependency, Mindfulness and Meditation, Relationships and Communication, Behavior Modification, Depression, and Anxiety. Homeopathy and Flower Essence practitioner; a natural way to stimulate healing emotionally and physically. Non-local appointments available. I received my doctorate degree from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in San Diego.
I have extreme passion and enthusiasm for guiding clients through the journey of finding peace, balance, and happiness. My areas of focus: Trauma/Abuse/PTSD, Eating Disorders, Borderline PD. I am also fluent in American Sign Language and have a wealth of knowledge regarding the Deaf and CODA cultures. My specialty areas include: Substance Use/Chemical Dependency, Mindfulness and Meditation, Relationships and Communication, Behavior Modification, Depression, and Anxiety. Homeopathy and Flower Essence practitioner; a natural way to stimulate healing emotionally and physically. Non-local appointments available. I received my doctorate degree from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in San Diego.
(760) 237-8865 View (760) 237-8865
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Makisha A Lawrence
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eastvale, CA 91752  (Online Only)
My approach is to create a collaborative relationship that includes your own individual experiences and strengths.
Life is a series of shifts. These shifts, though valuable, may have left you feeling overwhelmed and wondering who you are becoming in this season of life. Questions about who you are, what you want and how you want to navigate this next chapter of your life may leave you sleepless and feeling unfocused. I definitely understand this experience. It’s exhausting and at times brings up feelings of isolation and frustration.
My approach is to create a collaborative relationship that includes your own individual experiences and strengths.
Life is a series of shifts. These shifts, though valuable, may have left you feeling overwhelmed and wondering who you are becoming in this season of life. Questions about who you are, what you want and how you want to navigate this next chapter of your life may leave you sleepless and feeling unfocused. I definitely understand this experience. It’s exhausting and at times brings up feelings of isolation and frustration.
(909) 345-2168 View (909) 345-2168
Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.