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Judith Bucholtz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92117
I am Judi Bucholtz and I am a PhD. and a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. As a practical, interactive, interpersonal, and insight-oriented therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I help clients find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.
I am Judi Bucholtz and I am a PhD. and a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I work with children, adolescents, and adults. As a practical, interactive, interpersonal, and insight-oriented therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I help clients find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.
(619) 586-5285 View (619) 586-5285
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Kelly Tarbell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
My name is Kelly (she/her/ella), I'm a bilingual English/Spanish speaking therapist who's excited to help you and your family find your way to a fulfilling life. I work with clients of all ages, identities, and cultural backgrounds who are struggling to navigate the challenges of living in a stressful world. Whether you're looking for support for yourself, your partnership, or your family, I'm happy to help.
My name is Kelly (she/her/ella), I'm a bilingual English/Spanish speaking therapist who's excited to help you and your family find your way to a fulfilling life. I work with clients of all ages, identities, and cultural backgrounds who are struggling to navigate the challenges of living in a stressful world. Whether you're looking for support for yourself, your partnership, or your family, I'm happy to help.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
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Matthew Paul Paez
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92123
I specialize in trauma/PTSD, substance use, military, LEOs, self-defeating behaviors, anger mastery, family of origin issues, marriage/couples counseling, emotional stability, family counseling, parenting, rebuilding healthy relationships and behaviors.
Hello. I am Matthew Paez, ASW. I believe in providing evidenced based psychological treatments from a holistic and person-centered approach. After retiring from the Marine Corps, I graduated from USC and trained at the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton. I like helping clients conquer difficulties with proven treatments that allow you to engage life with a peaceful mind, a healthy outlook, and joy. We'll learn how to stop white knuckling life's problems and proudly use new and effective techniques to engage our family, friends, and co-workers with. Call me for a free consult or I can help match you with one of our therapists.
I specialize in trauma/PTSD, substance use, military, LEOs, self-defeating behaviors, anger mastery, family of origin issues, marriage/couples counseling, emotional stability, family counseling, parenting, rebuilding healthy relationships and behaviors.
Hello. I am Matthew Paez, ASW. I believe in providing evidenced based psychological treatments from a holistic and person-centered approach. After retiring from the Marine Corps, I graduated from USC and trained at the Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton. I like helping clients conquer difficulties with proven treatments that allow you to engage life with a peaceful mind, a healthy outlook, and joy. We'll learn how to stop white knuckling life's problems and proudly use new and effective techniques to engage our family, friends, and co-workers with. Call me for a free consult or I can help match you with one of our therapists.
(619) 375-5063 View (619) 375-5063
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Elvina (Legal Name Vincent) Inzano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who is currently being supervised by Donna Chapman.
Let’s collaborate so we can work together to support your ongoing healing and growth. I work towards engaging from a compassionate, anti-oppressive, and trauma informed positionality. One of my focuses is on collaborating to better understand yourself as an integrated mind/body/spirit/social/relational being (soma) and reprocessing what your soma holds. Some of the ways in which we can do this is through building upon the stories that empower you and learning skills for personal and/or interpersonal fulfillment. We all deserve to live our lives liberated from the reactive survival responses of trauma.
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who is currently being supervised by Donna Chapman.
Let’s collaborate so we can work together to support your ongoing healing and growth. I work towards engaging from a compassionate, anti-oppressive, and trauma informed positionality. One of my focuses is on collaborating to better understand yourself as an integrated mind/body/spirit/social/relational being (soma) and reprocessing what your soma holds. Some of the ways in which we can do this is through building upon the stories that empower you and learning skills for personal and/or interpersonal fulfillment. We all deserve to live our lives liberated from the reactive survival responses of trauma.
(619) 815-3363 View (619) 815-3363
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Victoria Osteen, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104  (Online Only)
In addition to being a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am also a California state endorsed Infant-Family Mental Health Specialist and a parent myself! I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), the Positive Parenting Program ("Triple P") and other evidence-based models of care.
I'm a therapist who specializes in supporting parents. My goal is to help parents find more joy, confidence, and ease during these years. Parents are asked to do truly heroic work, usually with minimal training, support or breaks. I create space to work through complex emotions, explore new perspectives, and build essential strategies.
In addition to being a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am also a California state endorsed Infant-Family Mental Health Specialist and a parent myself! I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), the Positive Parenting Program ("Triple P") and other evidence-based models of care.
I'm a therapist who specializes in supporting parents. My goal is to help parents find more joy, confidence, and ease during these years. Parents are asked to do truly heroic work, usually with minimal training, support or breaks. I create space to work through complex emotions, explore new perspectives, and build essential strategies.
(619) 332-4578 View (619) 332-4578
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Ruby Estrada
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92117
Hello. My name is Ruby Estrada. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I approach therapy at your pace, which I can follow or match with rather quickly. My focus is centered on you and building whatever strengths you put forth whether you are aware of them or not. I help someone find a way to get through a problem or conflict, this is my approach. I am straightforward when you need me to be and gentle when the situation calls for empathy, or a balance of both. For 21 years, I have treated depression, anxiety, PTSD, LGBTQ+-related issues, ADHD, and adults finding themselves on the Autism Spectrum.
Hello. My name is Ruby Estrada. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I approach therapy at your pace, which I can follow or match with rather quickly. My focus is centered on you and building whatever strengths you put forth whether you are aware of them or not. I help someone find a way to get through a problem or conflict, this is my approach. I am straightforward when you need me to be and gentle when the situation calls for empathy, or a balance of both. For 21 years, I have treated depression, anxiety, PTSD, LGBTQ+-related issues, ADHD, and adults finding themselves on the Autism Spectrum.
(619) 586-6733 View (619) 586-6733
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Carey Sebera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92115
A broad intake of some history with life challenges, family systems, and recent events leading to decisions.
Carey Sebera, LCSW. I allow the client to lead with their hopes and desires for therapy, and get to know what drives them. Therapy is not one size fits all, and I quickly assess what may or may not be effective with each person. Seeing patterns and addressing difficult behaviors is an important part of a therapist's role, but it takes willingness and honesty from a client. We only know what you tell us! I am trained in EMDR, trauma, and addiction. I look forward to helping you achieve the life you desire.
A broad intake of some history with life challenges, family systems, and recent events leading to decisions.
Carey Sebera, LCSW. I allow the client to lead with their hopes and desires for therapy, and get to know what drives them. Therapy is not one size fits all, and I quickly assess what may or may not be effective with each person. Seeing patterns and addressing difficult behaviors is an important part of a therapist's role, but it takes willingness and honesty from a client. We only know what you tell us! I am trained in EMDR, trauma, and addiction. I look forward to helping you achieve the life you desire.
(619) 724-5070 View (619) 724-5070
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Anoushey Khan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, , MS
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130  (Online Only)
You have taken the first step, now let's talk! If you are seeking support for yourself, for your child or another loved one I'm here for you. I help people find purpose and meaning in their family, friendships, work and all other areas of life while also learning tools and strategies to overcome obstacles and challenges that interfere with their relationships and their vision for their life. I not only adapt my professional expertise to fit your unique needs and situation but also bring my own life experiences as a mom, as a partner, friend and fellow human who has grappled with similar issues.
You have taken the first step, now let's talk! If you are seeking support for yourself, for your child or another loved one I'm here for you. I help people find purpose and meaning in their family, friendships, work and all other areas of life while also learning tools and strategies to overcome obstacles and challenges that interfere with their relationships and their vision for their life. I not only adapt my professional expertise to fit your unique needs and situation but also bring my own life experiences as a mom, as a partner, friend and fellow human who has grappled with similar issues.
(858) 758-4381 View (858) 758-4381
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Valeh Bahram-Soltani
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130
I am comfortable working with a variety of clients ranging in age and background. I have extensive experience with anxiety, grief, depression, difficulties with the process of divorce, trauma, family difficulties, relationship issues, school issues, difficulties with the military within military families and their unique experiences, and LGBTQ issues.
I am comfortable working with a variety of clients ranging in age and background. I have extensive experience with anxiety, grief, depression, difficulties with the process of divorce, trauma, family difficulties, relationship issues, school issues, difficulties with the military within military families and their unique experiences, and LGBTQ issues.
(619) 486-8091 View (619) 486-8091
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Patricia Ulloa
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92115
Greetings! I'm Patricia Ulloa-Green, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an extensive 24-year background in the mental health field. Dedicated to assisting individuals navigating adversity, I bring a passion for helping others discover creative solutions tailored to their unique needs. Having triumphed over my own challenges, I approach therapy with a deep understanding of life's complexities.
Greetings! I'm Patricia Ulloa-Green, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an extensive 24-year background in the mental health field. Dedicated to assisting individuals navigating adversity, I bring a passion for helping others discover creative solutions tailored to their unique needs. Having triumphed over my own challenges, I approach therapy with a deep understanding of life's complexities.
(619) 333-5806 x92114 View (619) 333-5806 x92114
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Giulia Marcone
Marriage & Family Therapist, Giulia , Marcone
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92110  (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Giulia! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I provide individual, couples, family, children and youth counseling in a tele-therapy format or walk and talk therapy when clinically appropriate. It would be my privilege to offer a safe and collaborative space for bringing change and growth that will move you towards your desired goals in life.
Hi there, I'm Giulia! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and I provide individual, couples, family, children and youth counseling in a tele-therapy format or walk and talk therapy when clinically appropriate. It would be my privilege to offer a safe and collaborative space for bringing change and growth that will move you towards your desired goals in life.
(619) 940-1197 View (619) 940-1197
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Sheena Sweet
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92114
My name is Sheena Sweet and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Bakersfield, CA. I work with children, adolescents, families, and young adults. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, DCFS/CPS, and trauma. My approach is warm, welcoming, and flexible. I believe the client is the expert in their life and I allow the client to dictate how therapy sessions will work for them. I enjoy implementing play therapy techniques with younger children. I will implement Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client Centered therapy to assist my clients with achieving their goals.
My name is Sheena Sweet and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in Bakersfield, CA. I work with children, adolescents, families, and young adults. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, DCFS/CPS, and trauma. My approach is warm, welcoming, and flexible. I believe the client is the expert in their life and I allow the client to dictate how therapy sessions will work for them. I enjoy implementing play therapy techniques with younger children. I will implement Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client Centered therapy to assist my clients with achieving their goals.
(619) 815-3631 View (619) 815-3631
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Cody Spaeth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92105
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of CA. I provide therapy to patients of all ages. I am fluent in ASL American Sign Language and have worked with Deaf clients leaving in domestic violence in both a shelter and outpatient therapy services. I have spent 2 years in correctional settings working with severely mentally ill patients and supporting their family members in navigating having loved ones suffer from mental illness. I have also spent 2 years working with foster youth and foster parents to help with their placements, promoting healing and preserving relationships.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of CA. I provide therapy to patients of all ages. I am fluent in ASL American Sign Language and have worked with Deaf clients leaving in domestic violence in both a shelter and outpatient therapy services. I have spent 2 years in correctional settings working with severely mentally ill patients and supporting their family members in navigating having loved ones suffer from mental illness. I have also spent 2 years working with foster youth and foster parents to help with their placements, promoting healing and preserving relationships.
(858) 330-2893 View (858) 330-2893
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Terri Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103
Hello, my name is Terri Edwards, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over twenty years of experience in the Southern California area providing mental health services to individuals, couples, and families to support optimal interpersonal relationships. My focus areas of practice are anxiety, trauma, grief, relationships, and families. I have worked in Community Mental Health Clinics, School-Based settings, and Residential treatment facilities. I am a Veteran of the U.S. Navy and have had the opportunity to provide therapy to veterans and their families.
Hello, my name is Terri Edwards, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over twenty years of experience in the Southern California area providing mental health services to individuals, couples, and families to support optimal interpersonal relationships. My focus areas of practice are anxiety, trauma, grief, relationships, and families. I have worked in Community Mental Health Clinics, School-Based settings, and Residential treatment facilities. I am a Veteran of the U.S. Navy and have had the opportunity to provide therapy to veterans and their families.
(619) 863-1851 View (619) 863-1851
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Carole Doherty
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MSOL
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92130  (Online Only)
Life is an extraordinary journey filled with constant changes and challenges. Therapy is a powerful tool that helps us navigate our way through some of the more chaotic and confusing times. The best answers are found by looking inward; examining personal strengths, values and beliefs, to gain insight and promote personal growth. I provide individual, couples and family therapy with a focus on building healthy relationships with self, family, friends and community. Most of our significant relationships fall somewhere on the continuum between dependency and interdependency.
Life is an extraordinary journey filled with constant changes and challenges. Therapy is a powerful tool that helps us navigate our way through some of the more chaotic and confusing times. The best answers are found by looking inward; examining personal strengths, values and beliefs, to gain insight and promote personal growth. I provide individual, couples and family therapy with a focus on building healthy relationships with self, family, friends and community. Most of our significant relationships fall somewhere on the continuum between dependency and interdependency.
(619) 493-4061 View (619) 493-4061
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Claudia Salazar
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108  (Online Only)
I utilize evidenced base approaches including CBT, Client Centered, Family Systems, Play Therapy etc.
My name is Claudia Salazar. I am a bilingual therapist in Spanish and English. I am experienced in working with individual and families of all ages. I have experience working with LGBTQ, a wide range of ethnicities, ages, and cultural backgrounds. I enjoy working with my clients to help build the skills needed to make lasting and positive changes.
I utilize evidenced base approaches including CBT, Client Centered, Family Systems, Play Therapy etc.
My name is Claudia Salazar. I am a bilingual therapist in Spanish and English. I am experienced in working with individual and families of all ages. I have experience working with LGBTQ, a wide range of ethnicities, ages, and cultural backgrounds. I enjoy working with my clients to help build the skills needed to make lasting and positive changes.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
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Colleen Cambra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92154
I can support you in overcoming a wide range of difficulties such as loss, Women's issues, stress, mood disorders, anxiety, family dynamics/conflicts, trauma, self-esteem, and day-to-day challenges.
Hi and welcome! My name is Colleen Cambra, LCSW. I have been a clinical social worker since 1992. I know how to listen and hear your thoughts and feelings with care in a supportive and warm environment. Our work together will be interactive and collaborative. I work with a blend of evidence-based therapies including CBT and DBT. I also enjoy using mindfulness and visualization techniques to help reduce stress.
I can support you in overcoming a wide range of difficulties such as loss, Women's issues, stress, mood disorders, anxiety, family dynamics/conflicts, trauma, self-esteem, and day-to-day challenges.
Hi and welcome! My name is Colleen Cambra, LCSW. I have been a clinical social worker since 1992. I know how to listen and hear your thoughts and feelings with care in a supportive and warm environment. Our work together will be interactive and collaborative. I work with a blend of evidence-based therapies including CBT and DBT. I also enjoy using mindfulness and visualization techniques to help reduce stress.
(619) 304-6142 View (619) 304-6142
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Agueda Cabrera
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92107
Hello, my name is Agueda Cabrera, I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. For over two decades, I have worked with individuals and families to help overcome symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress management, PTSD, and family problems. I utilize a strength-based approach as well as evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I offer warm and compassionate support and guidance to help clients focus on their strengths rather than their flaws allowing for growth during treatment.
Hello, my name is Agueda Cabrera, I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. For over two decades, I have worked with individuals and families to help overcome symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress management, PTSD, and family problems. I utilize a strength-based approach as well as evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I offer warm and compassionate support and guidance to help clients focus on their strengths rather than their flaws allowing for growth during treatment.
(619) 603-0547 View (619) 603-0547
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Kate Bennett
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92123
I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy , family systems, psychodynamic and short-term therapies depending on my client's needs.
Life can present us with many difficult challenges and transitions. I enjoy assisting my clients in improving their relationships, adjusting to life's changes and transitions, and improving stress management abilities. I provide a safe environment in which people can explore options and work towards self-empowerment, growth and resolution of their issues. I use a combination of solution-focused approaches to help people attain their personal goals and resolve trauma.
I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy , family systems, psychodynamic and short-term therapies depending on my client's needs.
Life can present us with many difficult challenges and transitions. I enjoy assisting my clients in improving their relationships, adjusting to life's changes and transitions, and improving stress management abilities. I provide a safe environment in which people can explore options and work towards self-empowerment, growth and resolution of their issues. I use a combination of solution-focused approaches to help people attain their personal goals and resolve trauma.
(619) 823-0204 View (619) 823-0204
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Sandra Block
Psychologist, CP
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92124
In my practice, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Therapeutic Writing, couples therapy, family therapy, and hypnosis.
My name is Sandra Block, Ph.D. and I am a licensed clinical psychologist based in Southern California providing in-office and online psychotherapy for children, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals (18-99 years of age) for over 30 years. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues at home and at work, gambling addiction, parenting issues, family/generational conflicts, grief, aging issues, and ongoing stresses of chronic illness.
In my practice, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Therapeutic Writing, couples therapy, family therapy, and hypnosis.
My name is Sandra Block, Ph.D. and I am a licensed clinical psychologist based in Southern California providing in-office and online psychotherapy for children, adolescents, families, couples, and individuals (18-99 years of age) for over 30 years. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues at home and at work, gambling addiction, parenting issues, family/generational conflicts, grief, aging issues, and ongoing stresses of chronic illness.
(619) 759-6737 View (619) 759-6737
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.