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KELLIE GONZALEZ
Hi there and great job on taking that first step in considering if therapy is right for you. I invite you to come with me on a jou... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hi there and great job on taking that first step in considering if therapy is right for you. I invite you to come with me on a journey of your own choosing where we will walk ... More
Who might be a good fit for Kellie?
Kellie Gonzalez may align well with adults who are working through challenges such as trauma, anxiety, or self-esteem concerns. Drawing from her own experience as a trauma survivor, she offers a compassionate presence that supports clients in finding hope and healing at their own pace. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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Bend Health
Bend Health is a virtual clinic that delivers timely, high-quality mental health care for children, teens, and families. They conn... More
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Offers online care for San Diego, California
Bend Health is a virtual clinic that delivers timely, high-quality mental health care for children, teens, and families. They connect you with licensed therapists and clinicia... More
Who might be a good fit for Bend?
Bend Health may be well-suited to individuals who value evidence-based, personalized virtual care in managing mental health challenges across childhood and young adulthood. Their approach integrates a range of therapies, including family-based and trauma-informed care, to support children, teens, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, and identity-related issues. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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Thomas VanMarter
You're probably here because you feel "stuck" in life. Maybe you're a parent who is challenged by their child's unique behavioral,... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Male
You're probably here because you feel "stuck" in life. Maybe you're a parent who is challenged by their child's unique behavioral, emotional or academic needs & want help navi... More
Who might be a good fit for Thomas?
Thomas Vanmarter may be well-suited to individuals who value a collaborative, skills-based approach in managing emotional challenges and behavioral concerns. His work integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies and family involvement to help clients develop tools for self-regulation and navigate life transitions with greater insight and support. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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YASHICA BUDDE
I'm Yashica a LMFT located in Simi Valley, California. I am a seasoned mental health therapist with over two decades of clinical k... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
I'm Yashica a LMFT located in Simi Valley, California. I am a seasoned mental health therapist with over two decades of clinical knowledge and experience. My approach to thera... More
Who might be a good fit for Yashica?
Clients facing concerns such as anxiety, grief, or low self-esteem may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Yashica Budde. Her culturally sensitive, humanistic approach, coupled with a mind-body perspective, may resonate with older adults who value inclusion and holistic wellness in their journey towards transformation. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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EM GOODMAN
I help my clients realize their personal goals through a trauma-informed and empathic approach. My expertise is working with peopl... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LP
Female
I help my clients realize their personal goals through a trauma-informed and empathic approach. My expertise is working with people who have experienced a traumatic event and/... More
San Diego, CA
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RACHEAL ANEKE
Hello, and welcome. I’m a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (P... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
PMHNP
Female
Hello, and welcome. I’m a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I have over four years of experienc... More
Who might be a good fit for Racheal?
Clients working through mood disorders and looking for supportive therapy and medication management might engage well with Racheal Aneke’s approach. Her background as a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, combined with experience in crisis stabilization, allows her to tailor treatment plans that integrate medication, lab assessments, and referrals to therapy, aiming to help clients regain stability and wellbeing. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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UCHECHI NWOSUIROHA
I am Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha. I am dual board certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner. I support my cl... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
PMHNP
Female
I am Uchechi Nwosu-Iroha. I am dual board certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner. I support my clients through a comprehensive approach that i... More
Who might be a good fit for Uchechi?
Individuals focused on improving overall well-being while managing mood and anxiety challenges may find support in Uchechi Nwosuiroha’s work. She integrates medication management with therapeutic coaching, drawing on approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness to help clients gain insight and build resilience. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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SHARZAD KAVIANI
Are you struggling with balancing the demands of everyday life? Do you or a member of your family feel overwhelmed with feelings o... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Are you struggling with balancing the demands of everyday life? Do you or a member of your family feel overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety, depression, isolation or an inabil... More
Who might be a good fit for Sharzad?
Clients facing concerns such as depression, ADHD, or trauma may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Sharzad Kaviani. Sharzad's approach, which includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), has been particularly helpful to young and middle-aged adults who are seeking to build coping skills and improve their emotional well-being. Her ability to provide client-centered therapeutic services and work collaboratively to achieve personal and treatment goals may be a comforting factor for those ready to embark on their path towards self-improvement. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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OMAR LORENTE
You don’t have to struggle alone! I look forward to the opportunity to work collaboratively with you in your journey in discove... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Male
You don’t have to struggle alone! I look forward to the opportunity to work collaboratively with you in your journey in discovering how to make positive changes, decrease n... More
Who might be a good fit for Omar?
Individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, or family conflict may find support through the approach used by Omar Lorente. He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a collaborative style that can help clients develop coping skills and work toward meaningful change in their personal and relational lives. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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BEATRIZ HUDA
Hi! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in CA. I received my Masters Degree from Nova Southeastern Univer... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMHC|CPC|LPCC
Female
Hi! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in CA. I received my Masters Degree from Nova Southeastern University in Florida in 2011. I have dedicated my ... More
Who might be a good fit for Beatriz?
Clients working through anxiety and mood disorders and looking for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy support might engage well with Beatriz Huda’s approach. She integrates mindfulness techniques alongside CBT to foster coping skills within a warm, culturally sensitive environment for adults and young adults. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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MILLIE MONTGOMERY
Hi, I am Millie Montgomery, licensed therapist. Are you undergoing life changes where it is getting in the way of your happiness ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Hi, I am Millie Montgomery, licensed therapist. Are you undergoing life changes where it is getting in the way of your happiness and daily functioning? Let us work together. ... More
Who might be a good fit for Millie?
People experiencing life transitions, anxiety, or those wanting to strengthen their coping skills, could benefit from Millie Montgomery's focused therapeutic work. With a client-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based approach, she offers support to older adults and individuals facing a wide range of mental health issues, from mood disorders to grief and beyond. Her belief in individual resilience and her use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) could provide a safe and supportive environment for those ready to make changes in their life. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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JACQUELINE FRIAS GONZALEZ
Hello there, my name is Jackie. I’d like to start by saying it brings me great joy that you are here making time for yourself! A... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hello there, my name is Jackie. I’d like to start by saying it brings me great joy that you are here making time for yourself! Allow me to ask, what brought you here today? ... More
Who might be a good fit for Jacqueline?
Clients working through anxiety, trauma, or grief and looking for compassionate counseling support might engage well with Jacqueline Frias Gonzalez’s approach. She creates a warm space for individuals to explore internal barriers and build meaningful coping strategies while honoring each person’s unique life journey. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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CHUNG PHAM
Hello, I’m Chung Pham, LCSW. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 25 years of experience in the menta... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I’m Chung Pham, LCSW. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. I have had the privilege of w... More
Who might be a good fit for Chung?
Clients in need of guidance around managing anxiety, depression, or trauma could benefit from Chung Pham’s approach. She emphasizes partnering with clients to build on their strengths while addressing the many areas of life that influence well-being, incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy to help challenge and reframe unhelpful thoughts. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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PEGGY STEWART
Hello, my name is Peggy Stewart, and I have been practicing psychotherapy for over a decade. I am a professor at the University of... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, my name is Peggy Stewart, and I have been practicing psychotherapy for over a decade. I am a professor at the University of Southern California, where I teach aspiring ... More
Who might be a good fit for Peggy?
Peggy Stewart may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing anxiety, trauma, or mood disorders. Her integration of cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic approaches offers a thoughtful space for children, teens, and young adults to explore challenges while fostering resilience and emotional growth. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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MICHELLE SOTO
There is always room for growth no matter what age or where you are in life. It is my mission to help people in their personal gro... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
There is always room for growth no matter what age or where you are in life. It is my mission to help people in their personal growth and reach their full potential. I genuine... More
Who might be a good fit for Michelle?
People seeking clarity around topics such as depression, anxiety, or grief, or support navigating life stressors may find Michelle Soto’s approach fitting. Her use of a range of therapeutic techniques including person-centered, CBT, and mindfulness-based interventions may resonate particularly well with older adults aiming to foster personal growth and navigate their emotional wellbeing. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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ROBYN SLAYTONLOPEZ
Hi, I’m Robyn Slayton-Lopez, a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes therapy should feel supportive, genuine, and, even w... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LPC|LPCC
Female
Hi, I’m Robyn Slayton-Lopez, a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes therapy should feel supportive, genuine, and, even when we’re doing hard work, sometimes a litt... More
Who might be a good fit for Robyn?
Individuals navigating challenges like ADHD, anxiety, depression, or mood disorders may find support through the approach used by Robyn Slayton-Lopez. With her unique blend of empathy, active listening, and humor, Robyn incorporates evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) into her sessions, making therapy an engaging process for individuals in the young adult to middle age range. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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GINA AMERI
Are you someone who is just starting to embark on your journey to improve your quality of life and mental health? Are you someone ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
PMHNP
Female
Are you someone who is just starting to embark on your journey to improve your quality of life and mental health? Are you someone who has been under the care of a psychiatric ... More
Who might be a good fit for Gina?
People experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, or those wanting to strengthen coping skills and overall well-being, could benefit from Gina Ameri’s focused therapeutic work. Her collaborative, personalized approach, combining medication management with brief psychotherapy, offers a supportive space where clients of varying ages can feel understood and empowered to progress at their own pace. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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SUJIN MA
If you’ve been feeling disconnected, anxious, or weighed down by the past, you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m Sujin ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LPCC
Female
If you’ve been feeling disconnected, anxious, or weighed down by the past, you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m Sujin Ma, a licensed therapist and board-certified ... More
San Diego, CA
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JONI CARRASCO
Building self-awareness is often a hard place to start. I meet my patients where they are in their journey and support the process... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Building self-awareness is often a hard place to start. I meet my patients where they are in their journey and support the process. Sometimes taking the first step to explore ... More
Who might be a good fit for Joni?
Those managing concerns related to anxiety, ADHD, or family conflict may appreciate the methods Joni Carrasco incorporates into her practice. She emphasizes meeting clients where they are in their journey, supporting self-awareness and personalized goals to help individuals move toward where they want to be. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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NICOLE MOOSE
Whether you are struggling with sadness, finding the energy to do things in life, low self-esteem, anxiety, anger, trauma, unhealt... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Whether you are struggling with sadness, finding the energy to do things in life, low self-esteem, anxiety, anger, trauma, unhealthy coping, or even masking your emotions; you... More
Who might be a good fit for Nicole?
Clients facing concerns such as anxiety, low self-esteem, or trauma may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Nicole Moose. Her direct and authentic approach, combined with therapies like DBT and EMDR, supports individuals ready to engage deeply and work through difficult emotions in a collaborative way. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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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.

Take the Next Step

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.