San Diego, CA Therapy for Autism

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Craig Bowman
With approximately 30 years of experience working with a diverse population across various roles in the helping profession, I brin... More
Therapist
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LCSW
Male
With approximately 30 years of experience working with a diverse population across various roles in the helping profession, I bring a depth of compassion and empathy gained fr... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
PAULA GINGLES
I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing appropriate medication management and pe... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing appropriate medication management and personalized mental health care through telehea... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
ROBERT ALESSI
Born and raised in New York City. Graduated from Loyola Stritch School of Medicine. Received my Psychiatric Residency training a... More
Psychiatrist
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MD
Male
Born and raised in New York City. Graduated from Loyola Stritch School of Medicine. Received my Psychiatric Residency training at Columbia and Cornell. Thereafter, I was a C... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
OCTAVIO LEON
I started my professional career in child welfare. I transitioned to mental health and primarily work with adolescents, providing ... More
Therapist
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LCSW
Male
I started my professional career in child welfare. I transitioned to mental health and primarily work with adolescents, providing mental health resources and interventions and... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
FRANCIS OKODOGBE
Francis is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He completed his training at Walden University and earn... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Male
Francis is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He completed his training at Walden University and earned a Master of Science in nursing with specia... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
SHARON SMITH
I am a dual board-certified nurse practitioner in psychiatric mental health and family medicine primary care. I am deeply committe... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
I am a dual board-certified nurse practitioner in psychiatric mental health and family medicine primary care. I am deeply committed to helping individuals facing complex menta... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
ERLYNN CABARLES
Hello and thank you so much for having enough courage and honesty to take the first big step. My name is Erlynn Cabarles, LCSW and... More
Therapist
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LCSW
Female
Hello and thank you so much for having enough courage and honesty to take the first big step. My name is Erlynn Cabarles, LCSW and I have a Master’s in Social Work from SFSU... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
ROBIN HALL
Robin Hall, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in the state of California and Hawaii. She attained her Master's... More
Therapist
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LCSW
Female
Robin Hall, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in the state of California and Hawaii. She attained her Master's in Social Work from the University of Alabam... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
HERIBERTO SIERRA
Hello. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have been an RN since 2006, in psychiatry since 2012, and a Psychiat... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Male
Hello. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have been an RN since 2006, in psychiatry since 2012, and a Psychiatric nurse practitioner since 2021. I have a B... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
LI KELLY
As a healthcare provider, my goal is to work with you to meet your healthcare needs, including your emotional and psychosocial nee... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
As a healthcare provider, my goal is to work with you to meet your healthcare needs, including your emotional and psychosocial needs. I believe in a holistic approach, evidenc... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
CAROLYNN GRAY
Hi! I'm Dr. Carolynn Gray, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 15+ years of experience in mental health. People who work with me... More
Therapist
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LP
Female
Hi! I'm Dr. Carolynn Gray, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 15+ years of experience in mental health. People who work with me get a lot of clarity about the next steps in... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
ELAINE GODOY
Hello! My name is Elaine and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe that therapy should feel like a conversation... More
Therapist
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LMFT
Female
Hello! My name is Elaine and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe that therapy should feel like a conversation with a trusted friend—open, honest, and wi... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
MARLA BOURGEA
I am a therapist with over 18 years of experience working with children, teens, and young adults from diverse backgrounds. Through... More
Therapist
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LMFT
Female
I am a therapist with over 18 years of experience working with children, teens, and young adults from diverse backgrounds. Throughout my career, I have worked in adolescent re... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
CARMEN PULIDO
I provide Psychological and Neuropsychological evaluations for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, cognitive decline, dement... More
Therapist
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LP
Female
I provide Psychological and Neuropsychological evaluations for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, cognitive decline, dementia (Major/Minor Neurocognitive Disorder), cle... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
LUIS MARTINEZ
Hello, I am Luis Martinez and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I have been serving my community h... More
Therapist
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LMFT
Male
Hello, I am Luis Martinez and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I have been serving my community helping families and individuals for over 8 ye... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
SERGIO TREJO
Hi! I am an LMFT based in California, more specifically the Bay Area. I am a father of two beautiful girls (#girldad), an avid gol... More
Therapist
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LMFT
Male
Hi! I am an LMFT based in California, more specifically the Bay Area. I am a father of two beautiful girls (#girldad), an avid golfer, and blackbelt in Brazilian Jiujitsu. I h... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
NASREEN RAHMAN
I have been working as a psych mental health nurse practitioner for the past 6 years in a nonprofit organization, but I have been ... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
I have been working as a psych mental health nurse practitioner for the past 6 years in a nonprofit organization, but I have been in healthcare for the past 25 years and out o... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
DIANA MARQUEZ
Hello! My name is Diana Marquez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. Thank you for taking the time to ... More
Therapist
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LMFT
Female
Hello! My name is Diana Marquez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. Thank you for taking the time to read this. I have been extremely fortunate an... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
WELLINGTON GEORGIOU
My name is Wellington Georgiou, and I am board-certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Psychiatric Menta... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Male
My name is Wellington Georgiou, and I am board-certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I hold a... More
San Diego, CA
Autism
VIVIENNE AYOMANOR
I’m Vivienne Ayomanor, and I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice with certifications in both mental health and family medicine. I ch... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
I’m Vivienne Ayomanor, and I am a Doctor of Nursing Practice with certifications in both mental health and family medicine. I chose to pursue dual certification because I be... More
San Diego, CA
Autism

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
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Mental Health Services in San Diego, California

As the second-largest city in California, San Diego is home to a diverse population of over 1.4 million people. Renowned for its warm climate, beautiful beaches, and rich cultural heritage, residents enjoy an active, outdoor lifestyle. Landmarks like Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo contribute to the city's vibrant atmosphere.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for San Diego Residents

Common mental health concerns in San Diego include anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. According to the California Health Care Foundation, approximately 1 in 6 adults in California experience mental health challenges, while 1 in 20 suffer severe mental health disorders.

Access to Care & Providers in San Diego

In San Diego, both public and private mental health services are readily available. Local crisis lines offer immediate support, while community organizations provide ongoing care. Notable initiatives include the City of San Diego's Behavioral Health Services and the San Diego Access and Crisis Line.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are widely available in San Diego.
  • Trauma-focused care, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), is offered by many therapists.
  • San Diego is also known for unique offerings such as e-therapy, bilingual care, and veteran support.

Local Policies & Stressors

Despite its many attractions, San Diego's high cost of living can be a stressor, as can industry pressures within the city's significant biotech and military sectors. Additionally, student mental health is a concern given the large population of higher education institutions.

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Your path to mental well-being starts here. Find a licensed therapist in San Diego, California and start your journey towards improved mental health today.