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Today is April 19, 2025
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San Diego, CA | (619) 916 4794
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My aim is to create a caring therapeutic relationship with my clients that is founded in empathy, trust, and respect. Together we will create an open environment for brave and insightful explorations. I offer collaborative, client-centered therapy that supports the development of personal insights and practical coping skills to help people live with more joy and authenticity. As an immigrant, woman of color, and first generation college graduate, my approach is informed by a social justice lens, a commitment to equity and inclusion, and the desire to embolden and empower people and communities. Interested in scheduling a free consultation call with me? Reach out today! At Expansive Therapy, we believe that high quality therapy should be accessible to everyone. That's why we offer an out-of-network program for PPO and POS plans. We do all the leg work for you—we check your benefits, submit your claims, advocate for higher rates on your behalf, and once you reach your deductible, we lower your fee to a copay between $0-90.
San Diego , CA | (619) 330 8742
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Hello! Welcome to your journey to happiness by COCOA (Creating Open-hearted Connections with One Another) CUP Therapy Inc. I obtained my Master of Social Work degree in 2005 from California State University, East Bay. I earned my licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Work in 2013. I am now living and practicing as a Psychotherapist in San Diego, California, and licensed to practice in the State of Arizona. I am continuing my academic journey at Loma Linda University, Doctor of Social Work program to advance my career in the areas of Clinical Leadership and Practice Innovation. COCOA CUP Therapy Inc. was formed to help create a culturally sensitive therapeutic emotionally focused holding space for BIPOC communities, particularly African Americans in seeking couples, individual, and family therapy. Life can throw us lemons and a tether totter of emotions. I am honored that you chose this healing journey. I look forward to collaborating with you as you mend your heart(s), increase secure attachment bonds, deepen your emotions, and Creating Open-hearted Connections with One Another & self.
San Diego, CA | (650) 420 4377
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I see therapy as a collaborative process where I bring my training and experience into the therapy room and you bring your life experience in order to work towards making life better. The collaborative process is important in all aspects of the therapy process, creating a safe environment, setting goals, doing the work between sessions, checking on progress, and checking on the overall process. My hope is that we are moving towards creating a rich and meaningful life and we move towards that together. View 6 Photos Opening up about struggles can be very scary and it is my hope to attune to what you need in this therapeutic relationship by listening, watching, asking questions, and sharing my own experience in the therapy room. This therapeutic relationship is so important in this process that I often find myself checking in about how that is going. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.
San Diego, CA | (510) 930 1430
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For over 10 years, I have been in the field working with youth, families, and adults through various life challenges toward a more enriching and fulfilling life. I love facilitating the therapeutic process because I believe that everyone deserves to be acknowledged and to have their voice found and heard. In the therapeutic work, I take into account the many identities we embody and how society and culture impact our mental health. It brings me great satisfaction and humility to be in a role where my clinical knowledge, skills, and warm approach nourishes transformation from distress to confidence and contentment. View 6 Photos My approach is warm, transparent, and collaborative. My aim is to build a trustworthy relationship with you, from which we can jointly address difficult thoughts, complex emotions, or challenging situations presented in life. We will work together with the ultimate objective to build healthier habits to adjust the way you feel, think, and behave. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.
San Diego, CA | (619) 762 3115
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Dr. Maddy Brener, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in San Diego, California has over a decade of experience in the mental health field. She has worked with a diverse range of children, teens, adults, and seniors with a wide variety of diagnoses ranging from generalized anxiety and major depression to chronic paranoid schizophrenia and personality disorders. Dr. Brener's particular areas of expertise include LGBTQIA+ issues, nonmonogamy/polyamory, kink/BDSM, chronic pain, negative self-talk, military service-related issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and interpersonal communication. She likes to focus on identifying strengths and helping to maximize her patients, helping them to overcome obstacles in a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment. She puts a great deal of focus on increasing clients' self-acceptance, which includes aiding them in rising above stereotypes and stigmas. Dr. Brener has been described as supportive, relatable, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor. You are not alone. You have taken the first and most important step by reaching out for help — things can and will get better.
San Diego, CA | (619) 822 1692
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My primary goal in working with individuals, couples, and families is to help you achieve your full potential and lead a life in the present that is fulfilling and meaningful. We achieve this through a structured, non-confrontational approach where together, we will search for patterns in your life that are causing you difficulties. I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist with 15 years experience in private practice. My office is conveniently located just west of the 15 freeway and Miramar Road. For more detailed information about my services, please visit my website at Cognitivebehaviortherapy.net I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist with 15 years of experience. I received my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. I assist people with a variety of issues including: anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, eating disorders, grief/loss, divorce, and workplace difficulties. I have a subspecialty working with individuals dealing with eating disorders. I have done hundreds of evaluations for bariatric surgery and work with people both pre and post-surgery. Additionally, I have 15 years of experience treating bulimia and restricting behaviors that are appropriate for an outpatient setting.
San Diego, CA | (510) 962 9358
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As a therapist, I believe in healing as a community and maintain an anti-oppressive and social justice framework in my work. I have experience working with Black, Indigenous, Women of Color (BIPOC), and other historically marginalized communities to address depression, anxiety, and trauma-related concerns. We all deserve to be heard, and valued and live a fulfilling life. Yet, somewhere in history, in society, in our families, and within ourselves a different narrative may have been created — a narrative that’s prevented us from recognizing our worth. View 6 Photos As a result, you may have developed a pattern of not speaking your truth, overextending your boundaries, constantly questioning yourself, or any other behaviors that were once ways of surviving but no longer serve you. My goal is to identify such patterns with a sense of curiosity as we work towards shifting those behaviors. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.
San Diego, CA | (619) 431 4142
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Here is what I believe: Everyone needs an objective person to help support and guide them through life’s challenges, transitions and hurdles. I believe the most important aspect of therapy is a trusting, nonjudgmental, and compassionate relationship with your therapist; therapy should feel safe, and provide you relief. I enjoy working with people from different background to help them discover their true self and overcoming the obstacles that may obscure their journey to happiness and self-fulfillment. I utilize humanistic mindful approaches to support wellness. I have availability in evening for couples and individuals. I offer virtual therapy to anyone living in California. I am both Perinatal and EMDR certified. I am specializing in motherhood, be that through adoption, IVF, grief, & loss, or selecting termination. I am also passionate about childhood trauma. I using a feminist approach, and lgbtq affirming therapist. I am a clinical licensed social worker specializing in maternal and child mental health. My passion is in helping people live more fully as their true authentic selves, and to be the person, parent, partner they most deeply wish to be.
San Diego, CA | (760) 227 2540
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Are you going through internal struggle due to trauma? Do you feel anxious and depressed about the future? Do you struggle with family issues and relationship issues? I’m willing to meet you where you are, help you process unwanted thoughts and emotions, and help develop an action plan to effectively cultivate your healing and growth. I’m here to help you explore unresolved feelings (anxiety, depression, anger, helplessness, grief, etc.) and develop skills to effectively cope with them. Thus, you can feel relieved and fulfilled in your relationship with yourself and others. I specialize in trauma processing using BrainSpotting and Trauma Resiliency Model. Trauma can linger in both the mind and body. This whole-body integrative approach can effectively release trauma and promote a healthier calmer nervous system. My focus is to address toxic environments and explore ways to keep a sense of safety in the mind and body. I also specialize in couples therapy. I aim to offer a safe and non-judgemental place, in order for you and your partner to safely communicate with one another and restore the meaningful connection. My approach is collaborative and tailored to your needs/goals. Please book your free consultation.
San Diego, CA | (619) 389 3246
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I completed my doctoral degree in clinical psychology (PsyD) at La Salle University in Philadelphia and am licensed in CA and WA. I have worked with children, teens, & adults with emotional & behavioral dysregulation, relationship issues, suicidal thinking, substance abuse issues, & difficulty with life transitions. I’m trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness acceptance-based approaches. Specializing further, using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Exposure for treating trauma. I have expertise in treating Eating Disorders, Body image issues, Trauma, Suicidal behaviors, & Borderline Personality disorder. View 7 Photos My therapy is rooted in the interaction between the environment as well as our biology which influence our beliefs & potentially maladaptive behaviors. I believe each individual is unique & brings forth their own expertise. I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for clients to explore difficulties & use their strengths to achieve a life worth living I’m a native East Coaster enjoying the sun and warmth that southern California brings. When not working, I can be found at the beach, practicing yoga, enjoying the outdoors whether reading a book or hiking, and spending time with my goofy golden retriever.
San Diego , CA | (510) 858 2373
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Finding a therapist who you feel comfortable with and who fits your needs can be a challenging task. My hope is that the information provided here will allow you to move closer to finding the therapist that is right for you, or continuing your search elsewhere. Therapy can be scary, vulnerable, difficult, exciting, unexpected, rewarding, and completely life changing. I’m here for all of that and whatever else our work brings us. I love being a therapist. While I can serve and help many people with a variety of life’s challenges, I am currently working towards a certification in Sex Therapy. View 6 Photos I want to specialize my training to work with LGBQAIP, Trans, GNC, Non-binary and 2 spirit communities. I work with individuals, couples, and 2-plus relationships. I am Kinky, BDSM, Poly friendly and hecka affirming. As I personally identify with many of the above-mentioned identities, I can provide therapy and expertise from a lived experience. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health care that’s both high-quality and accessible. To learn more about my availability, please reach out to our Client Experience team by emailing or calling.
San Diego, CA | (619) 404 6737
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I offer a judgment free environment to explore your concerns, troubles, dreams, and questions. We will be on this journey together: I particularly like working with anxiety, stress, and career challenges. I also enjoy processing through spiritual questions and angst. Together, we will identify, clarify, and process emotions and ideas that are causing you discomfort. Just as importantly, we'll set goals together so you can effectively understand the progress you've made. In our sessions you'll get the aid of an unbiased and professional perspective to gain new insight in to your life, circumstances, and relationships. Our work will always utilize genuine compassion, transparent honesty, and authentic empathy. I look forward to hearing your story, discovering your strengths, and navigating our way through the path you find yourself on.
San Diego , CA | (858) 248 4019
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Most of us experience times in our lives when we feel stuck. We find ourselves in a place where we are unhappy or restless, where we are not using our skills and potential and might feel disconnected from our loved ones. In therapy, I focus on increasing self-compassionate behavior, gaining hopefulness, finding clarity in our beliefs and decisions, and recognizing our potential. I am a Certified Daring Way and Rising Strong Facilitator who brings Dr. Brené Brown's principles of cultivating a wholehearted life through authenticity, vulnerability, and self-compassion into my psychotherapy. I have also completed my teacher training in Mindful Self-Compassion. As life unfolds and new challenges and transitions arise, we sometimes need to re-evaluate our beliefs, habits and decisions. It is important to reflect on what has worked and what has not worked for us in the past to create new coping skills in the areas we want to change. I am a co-founder of the San Diego Center for Well Being which is a place for the community to come together and learn through classes, groups, psychotherapy and workshops. We offer programs that help people cultivate a healthy balanced way of being in the world.
San Diego, CA | (619) 612 5654
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Seeking something new? I strive to support your growth and healing with the latest methods and techniques in treatment. I apply a variety of methods psychodynamic, Gestalt, family constellations, CBT, and somatic psychotherapy. As an avid researcher, I pull from 30 years of practice and study in various additional psychotherapeutic and health disciplines- incorporating nutrition and movement-based strategies, yoga, meditation, biofeedback, energy psychology and expressive arts. I work with all ages, having had the privilege of treating clients from the age of 4 to 95. I specialize in trauma and anxiety disorders, but also treat most other DSM-V disorders. I am trained in a variety of methods and techniques and believe there is something that can work for everyone, it's just a matter of finding it! I make it my goal to offer the newest and most effective techniques to help you recover your mental health. I am trained in yoga and movement-based therapies, nutrition therapy, and offer resources and guidance to comprehensively address your mental health needs. I'm currently training in Polyvagal treatment interventions to address acute trauma reactions.
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An ideal client may present issues related to ANY SOURCE of loss and grief, especially pet loss or chronic illness. Committed clients, who value investing in themselves to use coaching to go beyond just "getting through" a challenge/loss as springboards for personal growth and transformation through my unique methodology, 7 Powerful Practices to Manage Your Mind and Heal Your Heart™. Clients use individual sessions, group programs, transformational retreats. I use my Certification as a Life Coach, a COACHING model, and my methodology of the 7 Powerful Practices. ONLY Oregon clients also eligible for the "psychotherapy" model. View 23 Photos As a loss and transformational grief specialist, I help pet parents navigate pet loss and heal the grief that follows, so they can transform loss into love and grief into growth, and the loss is then honored by the transformation it has inspired. Pets: https://tinyurl.com/petlossinterview Other issues: https://nancygordonglobal.as.me/connection15minute There's nothing like working with someone who "gets it." I combined my professional expertise with my personal journeys of pet loss, fibromyalgia, disability, TBI, providing a unique perspective in my methodology & books: From Hurting to Healing PET LOSS: 7 Powerful Practices to Manage Your Mind and Heal Your Heat© & 2nd book same title for CHRONIC ILLNESS.
San Diego , CA | (619) 363 6730
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I offer teletherapy via Zoom and am accepting new clients. Are you hoping to enhance your sex life or get closer to your partner? Afraid to start dating due to a sexual concern? Do you find that you and your partner are avoiding each other or fighting over everything? If so, sex/relationship therapy might be a good fit for you. Sex therapy is a subspecialty of psychotherapy, focusing on the specific concerns related to human sexuality. Sexual communication can be a sensitive subject for many individuals and couples. With a more fulfilling sex life, however, you can have a more satisfying quality of life overall. I help clients to recover erotic connection, resolve relationship conflict, improve sexual function, manage life's challenges/transitions, and improve self-esteem in a safe, non-judgmental environment. I consider it an honor to assist couples in communicating with regard to difficult subjects, developing deeper bonds, and sharing a better sex life.
San Diego , CA | (619) 768 2797
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I work with children, adolescents, and adults. My areas of expertise include children and adolescent development, tech addiction and women who have experienced relational trauma. Prior to becoming a therapist, I spent over a decade working in the special education system, primarily with Autism and ADHD. This experience is something I bring to my work with children, adolescents and individuals facing unique challenges. Additionally, I have certifications in domestic violence and tech addiction. As not only a therapist, but a fellow human being, I believe we are all born with value. Life can be full of obstacles and challenges such as trauma, addictions, disorders, and injustices that can make it difficult to feel that value. I strive to support clients in identifying their strengths and overcoming obstacles so that their inner greatness can shine.
23732 | California
San Diego, CA | (619) 391 2854
She/Her/Hers. If you are looking for acceptance, understanding, and time to really focus on you, I think that we would be a great fit! I’m interested in getting you on board and establishing goals that we can both agree on-the alliance with my client is very important to me. I have over 15 years of experience treating OCD and related anxiety disorders and 80% of the clients that I see have been diagnosed with OCD. Please see below for San Diego OCD support group and OCD SoCal Clinician Consultation. I offer individual and discreet services to adults and specialize in Anxiety/OCD, Depression, trauma, insomnia and life changes. I am trained to treat OCD and related anxiety disorders, using CBT/ERP and ACT. I completed OCD treatment training with the BTTI. I am also trained to treat Insomnia with CBT-I and trauma with Prolonged Exposure. If you are ready to learn how to react to and manage your thoughts, I am ready to partner with you so that you can move forward and live life to it's fullest. We are all capable of creating meaningful change within our lives if we desire. Together, we will figure out the best method and approach towards self-awareness, healing and growth.
San Diego, CA | (760) 227 2334
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Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone. I am here to assist you. By utilizing CBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative therapy, We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate the extreme emotions, restore broken relationships, and discover your other potentials. I will walk with you and help you soar again. I also provide therapy in Mandarin and Cantonese. I understand that sometimes it is difficult to express yourself fully from one cultural perspective. As a multilingual therapist who experienced and lived in various parts of the world, I have the expertise in navigating multicultural issues. Please book your free 20-minute consultation with me.
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