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Mary Elizabeth Karlan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037
I am a clinical social worker with advanced training in family therapy at the Ackerman Institute for the Family in NYC. My theoretical approach when working with my clients is drawn from a eclectic framework which includes, narrative, cognitive behavioral, structural,gestalt,strategic, and problem solving. I specialize in working with blended families, adolescents, single parents, and couples. Personally, I am a mother and step-mother of nine children. I have a private practice in New York and California. I am licensed in NY, CA, CT, Fl, and MA. I am currently accepting new clients.
I am a clinical social worker with advanced training in family therapy at the Ackerman Institute for the Family in NYC. My theoretical approach when working with my clients is drawn from a eclectic framework which includes, narrative, cognitive behavioral, structural,gestalt,strategic, and problem solving. I specialize in working with blended families, adolescents, single parents, and couples. Personally, I am a mother and step-mother of nine children. I have a private practice in New York and California. I am licensed in NY, CA, CT, Fl, and MA. I am currently accepting new clients.
(619) 789-6813 View (619) 789-6813
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Richard Alan Sobel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037
Welcome to my clinical psychology practice for counseling and psychotherapy. I have over twenty years experience as a licensed Psychologist working with children, teens, adults and couples. I am committed to providing you with excellent, caring and practical help. I utilize an integrative approach to psychotherapy combining treatment techniques for body, mind, emotions and spirit. I believe that developing our real self opens us to the rich inner world of our feelings, wants and needs and empowers us to take charge of our lives. I hope to help you create more peace, calm, love and joy in your life.
Welcome to my clinical psychology practice for counseling and psychotherapy. I have over twenty years experience as a licensed Psychologist working with children, teens, adults and couples. I am committed to providing you with excellent, caring and practical help. I utilize an integrative approach to psychotherapy combining treatment techniques for body, mind, emotions and spirit. I believe that developing our real self opens us to the rich inner world of our feelings, wants and needs and empowers us to take charge of our lives. I hope to help you create more peace, calm, love and joy in your life.
(858) 779-4927 View (858) 779-4927
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Vivian A Singleton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients: Working toward change isn't always easy. Sometimes what needs to change isn't always obvious. If you're feeling stuck, alone, empty, struggling with change, dealing with overwhelming stressors, addictive behaviors OR if you're in a relationship with high conflict and stress and want to get along better, let's explore tools that will put you on a path toward clarity and a life worth living.
Accepting new clients: Working toward change isn't always easy. Sometimes what needs to change isn't always obvious. If you're feeling stuck, alone, empty, struggling with change, dealing with overwhelming stressors, addictive behaviors OR if you're in a relationship with high conflict and stress and want to get along better, let's explore tools that will put you on a path toward clarity and a life worth living.
(510) 422-0849 View (510) 422-0849
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Asia Payne - Like Water Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Asia. If you are experiencing any of the following obstacles, I am here to assist: Are you questioning your self-worth? Feeling held back or overwhelmed by your thoughts? Questioning whether or not your relationship with your partner will work out? Experiencing difficulty with saying, “No” and incorporating the use of boundaries? Feeling 'stuck' and unable to reclaim your life from past traumas? Seeking therapy can definitely be scary, you are making the right choice.
Hi, I'm Asia. If you are experiencing any of the following obstacles, I am here to assist: Are you questioning your self-worth? Feeling held back or overwhelmed by your thoughts? Questioning whether or not your relationship with your partner will work out? Experiencing difficulty with saying, “No” and incorporating the use of boundaries? Feeling 'stuck' and unable to reclaim your life from past traumas? Seeking therapy can definitely be scary, you are making the right choice.
(310) 627-0395 View (310) 627-0395
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Carolyn Jacobs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Individual, couple and family therapy provided through the lens of Bowen Family Systems Theory. The overall goal of "systems psychotherapy" is to develop of more effective options for decreasing chronic anxiety, increase more effective self-management skills in relationship to important others, and increase flexibility and resiliency to meet life's challenges .
Individual, couple and family therapy provided through the lens of Bowen Family Systems Theory. The overall goal of "systems psychotherapy" is to develop of more effective options for decreasing chronic anxiety, increase more effective self-management skills in relationship to important others, and increase flexibility and resiliency to meet life's challenges .
(619) 304-8309 View (619) 304-8309
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Kathy Pauley, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037  (Online Only)
I work with a lot of client's suffering from anxiety, depression & relationship issues.
I treat trauma, grief & loss, anxiety & depression, co-dependency, & Adult Children of Alcoholics using conventional talk therapy to EMDR. We'll work as a team to accomplish your goals. Throughout our time together, we'll establish a strong, supportive, and trustworthy relationship that will give you the courage to make the desired changes. I am a Christian counselor when called upon. I am currently treating adults & couples in virtual sessions, and yes, it is just as effective. I can also do in person therapy after the initial intake session virtually.
I work with a lot of client's suffering from anxiety, depression & relationship issues.
I treat trauma, grief & loss, anxiety & depression, co-dependency, & Adult Children of Alcoholics using conventional talk therapy to EMDR. We'll work as a team to accomplish your goals. Throughout our time together, we'll establish a strong, supportive, and trustworthy relationship that will give you the courage to make the desired changes. I am a Christian counselor when called upon. I am currently treating adults & couples in virtual sessions, and yes, it is just as effective. I can also do in person therapy after the initial intake session virtually.
(951) 292-7542 View (951) 292-7542
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Daniel R. Blaess
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
La Jolla, CA 92037
I have worked in mental health for over 30 years, in a wide variety of professional settings. My professional training has been extensive, and includes degrees from Harvard University and the California School of Professional Psychology, as well as post-doctoral studies at the San Diego Psychoanalytic Center. I'm an adjunct faculty member at the Center for Creative Leadership, the UCSD Department of Psychiatry, as well as with the Naval Medical Center Psychiatry Residency Program. I have also taught at several colleges as an adjunct faculty member.
I have worked in mental health for over 30 years, in a wide variety of professional settings. My professional training has been extensive, and includes degrees from Harvard University and the California School of Professional Psychology, as well as post-doctoral studies at the San Diego Psychoanalytic Center. I'm an adjunct faculty member at the Center for Creative Leadership, the UCSD Department of Psychiatry, as well as with the Naval Medical Center Psychiatry Residency Program. I have also taught at several colleges as an adjunct faculty member.
(619) 377-8219 View (619) 377-8219
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Yvonne Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
La Jolla, CA 92037  (Online Only)
Are your kids struggling? Do you feel lost, confused, and overwhelmed? Do you feel like everything you do is not enough? Life can be a challenge and going at it alone can be daunting. I believe each person has unique strengths, powerful potential, and an innate ability to heal and thrive. No matter the challenges you face, I believe in you. I can help by providing you with tools to help you increase resilience, discover your strengths, get back on track, and connect to your success. I am a Licensed Clinician Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
Are your kids struggling? Do you feel lost, confused, and overwhelmed? Do you feel like everything you do is not enough? Life can be a challenge and going at it alone can be daunting. I believe each person has unique strengths, powerful potential, and an innate ability to heal and thrive. No matter the challenges you face, I believe in you. I can help by providing you with tools to help you increase resilience, discover your strengths, get back on track, and connect to your success. I am a Licensed Clinician Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
(858) 367-7522 View (858) 367-7522

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Laura Magno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
I am a therapist experienced working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families in San Diego.
I work with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, self-esteem, trauma, life transitions, relational challenges and more. Maybe you’ve had a recent painful experience or just feel ‘stuck’ in general. Let’s work together to get you back on track.
I am a therapist experienced working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families in San Diego.
I work with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, self-esteem, trauma, life transitions, relational challenges and more. Maybe you’ve had a recent painful experience or just feel ‘stuck’ in general. Let’s work together to get you back on track.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
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Katelyn Rahlfs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
Hello, my name is Katie Rahlfs. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with A Place of Growth to provide all clients with a safe and supportive environment to work toward their goals. I have experience working with couples and individuals of all ages and diverse populations.
Hello, my name is Katie Rahlfs. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working with A Place of Growth to provide all clients with a safe and supportive environment to work toward their goals. I have experience working with couples and individuals of all ages and diverse populations.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
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Tina Karimi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
Welcome! My name is Tina Karimi and I am an Afghan-American Marriage and Family Therapist. I am passionate about working with couples and adults from various backgrounds who are seeking to improve the quality of their lives and relationships. My goal is to help you identify your needs, gain insight through processing, and make the necessary changes with the appropriate tools. My approach is gentle, supportive, and collaborative. I have extensive experience working with couples facing relationship challenges and individuals with symptoms of anxiety and depression due to trauma.
Welcome! My name is Tina Karimi and I am an Afghan-American Marriage and Family Therapist. I am passionate about working with couples and adults from various backgrounds who are seeking to improve the quality of their lives and relationships. My goal is to help you identify your needs, gain insight through processing, and make the necessary changes with the appropriate tools. My approach is gentle, supportive, and collaborative. I have extensive experience working with couples facing relationship challenges and individuals with symptoms of anxiety and depression due to trauma.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
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Marisol Cendejas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Have you noticed that you are often sad, worried, or irritable? Is it impacting your relationships with your partner or family? As your therapist , I will work with you collaboratively to help guide you through the healing process.
Deciding to begin therapy is the first step in a life changing decision. Welcome, my name is Marisol Cendejas , I am a bilingual therapist who cares about creating safer spaces to empower mental health and wellness in BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), and all communities. As a therapist who shares a similar background, I can understand your unique personal and professional experiences, family dynamics, and/or the stigmas against mental health in our community and culture.
Have you noticed that you are often sad, worried, or irritable? Is it impacting your relationships with your partner or family? As your therapist , I will work with you collaboratively to help guide you through the healing process.
Deciding to begin therapy is the first step in a life changing decision. Welcome, my name is Marisol Cendejas , I am a bilingual therapist who cares about creating safer spaces to empower mental health and wellness in BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), and all communities. As a therapist who shares a similar background, I can understand your unique personal and professional experiences, family dynamics, and/or the stigmas against mental health in our community and culture.
(657) 222-2675 View (657) 222-2675
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Cara Weinstock
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
My name is Cara Weinstock and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who has experience working with children, teens, adults and couples. My ideal client is anyone who is looking for a safe, welcoming environment to explore new ways of thinking. I feel passionate about being a support for those going through difficult transitions, looking for new perspectives and hoping to make positive changes in their lives. I like to work collaboratively with my clients, where we set achievable goals, often check in and acknowledge our progress. I will always be your cheerleader and move whatever pace feels most comfortable for you.
My name is Cara Weinstock and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who has experience working with children, teens, adults and couples. My ideal client is anyone who is looking for a safe, welcoming environment to explore new ways of thinking. I feel passionate about being a support for those going through difficult transitions, looking for new perspectives and hoping to make positive changes in their lives. I like to work collaboratively with my clients, where we set achievable goals, often check in and acknowledge our progress. I will always be your cheerleader and move whatever pace feels most comfortable for you.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
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Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92106
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides comprehensive psychological evaluations and therapy to kids, teenagers, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma informed individual, couples, group, and family sessions including yoga, mindfulness, acupuncture, and art therapy. We are trauma specialists in informed therapy. Our practice provides individual and group therapy services to survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and violent crimes. Our licensed and skilled team of therapists and our social justice team are devoted to providing quality service and seeing you grow in the community.
Our Mental Health and Social Justice Clinic provides comprehensive psychological evaluations and therapy to kids, teenagers, adults, and seniors. We provide trauma informed individual, couples, group, and family sessions including yoga, mindfulness, acupuncture, and art therapy. We are trauma specialists in informed therapy. Our practice provides individual and group therapy services to survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and violent crimes. Our licensed and skilled team of therapists and our social justice team are devoted to providing quality service and seeing you grow in the community.
(619) 598-0698 View (619) 598-0698
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Lifeskills Counseling
LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
We can provide individual, couples or family counseling with issues that include but are not limited to grief and loss, OCD depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, ADHD, adjustments/life transitions and relational issues.
Do you have anxiety or even panic daily? Are your compulsions becoming difficult to manage? Is your anger out of control? Is your sadness too much to bear? Cost is not always measured in dollars and cents, it is spent emotions or wasted energy or lost time; maybe it is time for help!
We can provide individual, couples or family counseling with issues that include but are not limited to grief and loss, OCD depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, ADHD, adjustments/life transitions and relational issues.
Do you have anxiety or even panic daily? Are your compulsions becoming difficult to manage? Is your anger out of control? Is your sadness too much to bear? Cost is not always measured in dollars and cents, it is spent emotions or wasted energy or lost time; maybe it is time for help!
(619) 373-1099 View (619) 373-1099
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Brighten LeBeau
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
I work with couples, individuals, and young adults, including those who struggle with relationship issues, mood instability, self-acceptance, LGBTQ+ identity, anxiety, and OCD, who want to create a more true and beautiful life. My therapeutic approach begins with a curiosity that looks deeply into the negative beliefs you hold about yourself that are limiting your life. Through self-compassion, I can help you establish a view of yourself in order to bring awareness to the way you interact in the world. With your newly established awareness and self-acceptance, you can live and love with an authentic sense of purpose and connection.
I work with couples, individuals, and young adults, including those who struggle with relationship issues, mood instability, self-acceptance, LGBTQ+ identity, anxiety, and OCD, who want to create a more true and beautiful life. My therapeutic approach begins with a curiosity that looks deeply into the negative beliefs you hold about yourself that are limiting your life. Through self-compassion, I can help you establish a view of yourself in order to bring awareness to the way you interact in the world. With your newly established awareness and self-acceptance, you can live and love with an authentic sense of purpose and connection.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
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#1 Psychological Evaluations & Testing Service
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
Established in 1993, Help Therapy features over 50 licensed neuropsychologists and psychologists for comprehensive evaluations, and over 100 LCSWs, LMFTs, and NPs offering therapy and medication management. Patients are carefully matched with providers suited to their unique needs and preferences. Our experienced clinicians serve seniors, adults, families, couples and youth (age 7+) across California, ensuring personalized care for a diverse range of psychological needs.
Established in 1993, Help Therapy features over 50 licensed neuropsychologists and psychologists for comprehensive evaluations, and over 100 LCSWs, LMFTs, and NPs offering therapy and medication management. Patients are carefully matched with providers suited to their unique needs and preferences. Our experienced clinicians serve seniors, adults, families, couples and youth (age 7+) across California, ensuring personalized care for a diverse range of psychological needs.
(619) 815-7016 View (619) 815-7016
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Denise Phipps
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Waitlist for new clients
As you embark on your journey of living a fuller and more balanced life, free from the strongholds that keep us from being our best selves, I am here with you to explore how we go about it all within the safety of the therapeutic relationship.
Hi, my name is Denise Phipps a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I collaborate with each client to provide treatment based on individual needs and desires utilizing a comprehensive model approach to ascertain your desired outcome. With my guidance, I can lead you into a deeper understanding of the many aspects of yourself, which will allow you to access your strengths, develop new and healthy perspectives, create change, build important skills, experience emotional healing, and enrich your relationships, living life with enhanced purpose, freedom, joy, and value.
As you embark on your journey of living a fuller and more balanced life, free from the strongholds that keep us from being our best selves, I am here with you to explore how we go about it all within the safety of the therapeutic relationship.
Hi, my name is Denise Phipps a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I collaborate with each client to provide treatment based on individual needs and desires utilizing a comprehensive model approach to ascertain your desired outcome. With my guidance, I can lead you into a deeper understanding of the many aspects of yourself, which will allow you to access your strengths, develop new and healthy perspectives, create change, build important skills, experience emotional healing, and enrich your relationships, living life with enhanced purpose, freedom, joy, and value.
(619) 664-4696 View (619) 664-4696
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William A Rodriquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LASW, ADCII, CCS
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075
Hello, I am William Rodriquez but please call me Memo (nickname). Ever feel like you’re just surviving? Let me help you get back to living rather than surviving. Allow me to provide you with a safe space to begin your journey of developing strength, trust, worth, freedom and take your power back. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor & Certified Clinical Supervisor.
Hello, I am William Rodriquez but please call me Memo (nickname). Ever feel like you’re just surviving? Let me help you get back to living rather than surviving. Allow me to provide you with a safe space to begin your journey of developing strength, trust, worth, freedom and take your power back. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor & Certified Clinical Supervisor.
(760) 253-8980 View (760) 253-8980
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Yesenia Cortes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
Hi, my name is Yesenia and I am a bilingual Spanish speaking therapist who has experience working with children and adults. I have 9 years of experience working as a therapist and have worked with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and marital stressors.
Hi, my name is Yesenia and I am a bilingual Spanish speaking therapist who has experience working with children and adults. I have 9 years of experience working as a therapist and have worked with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and marital stressors.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
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.