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Alfreda Shields
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relatio... More
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Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relationships with clients. She is a dual-certified ... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
Deidra Howard
Deidra is a certified a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, as well as a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Deidra is a certified a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, as well as a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of nursing experience in-patient and emergency ... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
BIANCA QUINTERO
Hello! My name is Bianca Quintero, and I'm a bilingual (English/Spanish) CA Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist currently offer... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! My name is Bianca Quintero, and I'm a bilingual (English/Spanish) CA Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist currently offering online faith-based therapy. Serving in th... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
YOMAIRA SUAZO
Hi! My name is Yomaira Suazo and I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist in California. I identify as a Latina and am bilingual.... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hi! My name is Yomaira Suazo and I am a licensed Marriage Family Therapist in California. I identify as a Latina and am bilingual. My experiences include young adults and adul... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
STEVEN SHERRY
27 years as a clinical social worker has taught me that finding the right therapist is like trying on a pair of shoes. It has to b... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW|LICSW
Male
27 years as a clinical social worker has taught me that finding the right therapist is like trying on a pair of shoes. It has to be the right fit for you to start the journey ... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
ESTELA ALEJANDRE
Hi! I'm Estela, Do you ever feel stuck or just have too much going on? Are you in a transition, or having trouble coping with lif... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Hi! I'm Estela, Do you ever feel stuck or just have too much going on? Are you in a transition, or having trouble coping with life stressors? A high number of people experie... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
Lance Cowan
Lance Cowan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over five years of experience helping adults navigate challenges related to ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Male
Lance Cowan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over five years of experience helping adults navigate challenges related to depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transit... More
Who might be a good fit for Lance?
Lance Cowan may be a match for those interested in cognitive behavioral and trauma-informed approaches, particularly when facing challenges like anxiety, depression, or identity exploration. His culturally informed perspective and warm, steady style provide a supportive environment for adults from diverse backgrounds, including immigrants and veterans, to reflect and grow through life transitions. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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Chigane Abraham
As a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental health Nurse Practitioner, she has over 9 years of experience in mental health care. She h... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
As a Board-certified Psychiatric Mental health Nurse Practitioner, she has over 9 years of experience in mental health care. She has worked in acute care hospital settings and... More
Who might be a good fit for Chigane?
Those managing concerns related to trauma, mood disorders, or chronic behavioral conditions may appreciate the methods Chigane Abraham incorporates into her practice. Her holistic, evidence-based approach focuses on individualized care that integrates mind, body, and soul to support healing and recovery in a warm, nonjudgmental environment. View Profile
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
Jaime Henderson
Jaime Henderson holds a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco, earned in 2011. With extens... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Jaime Henderson holds a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco, earned in 2011. With extensive experience working in diverse treatment s... More
Who might be a good fit for Jaime?
Jaime Henderson offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on managing anxiety, depression, or emotional overwhelm. She incorporates a relational and holistic style that includes mindfulness, art, and yoga, creating a supportive space tailored to each person’s unique needs. View Profile
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
Brian Sharp
Brian Sharp is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Dallas, TX, offering telehealth services to clients across the state. He... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Male
Brian Sharp is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Dallas, TX, offering telehealth services to clients across the state. He specializes in helping adults navigate anxie... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
Crystal Molina
Crystal Molina is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who supports adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, rel... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Crystal Molina is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who supports adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and life transition... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
Carolyn CroceMirque
Carolyn Croce-Mirque is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over two decades of experience supporting clients of all a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Carolyn Croce-Mirque is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over two decades of experience supporting clients of all ages through life’s most complex mental heal... More
Who might be a good fit for Carolyn?
Carolyn Croce-Mirque may be well-suited to individuals who value a flexible, evidence-based therapeutic approach in managing mood, anxiety, and trauma-related challenges. Her practice incorporates a range of modalities tailored to each person’s unique needs, with an emphasis on culturally sensitive care for diverse backgrounds and life experiences. View Profile
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
Rebecca Lesesne
Rebecca Lesesne, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with eight years of experience helping clients navigate depression, an... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Rebecca Lesesne, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with eight years of experience helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, and feelings of low se... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
Keturah Hood
Keturah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has always made it a mission to help people who are at their most vulnerable time... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Keturah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has always made it a mission to help people who are at their most vulnerable time in life. For over the past 15 years Keturah ... More
Who might be a good fit for Keturah?
Keturah Hood may be a match for those interested in solution-focused therapy, particularly when facing life adjustments, depression, or anxiety. She emphasizes validating her clients’ experiences and uses thoughtful, comprehensive approaches to support exploration and emotional stabilization during challenging times. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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Christopher Ko
"Very good experience, easy to talk to, and very responsive to medication questions." -jacob lalonde l. from CADr. Christo... More
Psychiatrist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Male
"Very good experience, easy to talk to, and very responsive to medication questions." -jacob lalonde l. from CADr. Christopher Ko received his MD degree from Northwest... More
Who might be a good fit for Christopher?
Clients facing concerns such as questions about medication management may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Christopher Ko. His medical background and responsiveness can support adults seeking to better understand and integrate medication into their overall mental health and wellness journey. View Profile
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
Cesar Brijandez
Mr. Brijandez has provided therapy to children, teens, adults and couples for 15 years. He holds a Master’s Degree in Child/Marr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Male
Mr. Brijandez has provided therapy to children, teens, adults and couples for 15 years. He holds a Master’s Degree in Child/Marriage/Family Therapy and is a Licensed Marriag... More
Who might be a good fit for Cesar?
Individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, relationship concerns, or life transitions may find support through the approach used by Cesar Brijandez. His collaborative style, grounded in CBT and solution-focused techniques, is designed to help clients build awareness and develop practical skills to enhance their daily lives. View Profile
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
Paula Zuccaro
Paula Zuccaro is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist. Paula was bo... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Paula Zuccaro is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist. Paula was born and grew up on her family’s ranch in Wes... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
ISABEL CREMIEUX
Hello! I have been a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in the state of California since November 2017. I worked with... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! I have been a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in the state of California since November 2017. I worked with children and youth from 2015-2023 in a commu... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
Roxie Hogan
Roxie Hogan is a Doctoral prepared - Board certified, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has provided evidence-base... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Roxie Hogan is a Doctoral prepared - Board certified, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has provided evidence-based knowledge and practice for adult clients wi... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based
ELISABETH NETJES
Let’s face it—today’s world can feel like trying to navigate the increasingly complicated system at Disneyland that used to ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Let’s face it—today’s world can feel like trying to navigate the increasingly complicated system at Disneyland that used to feel so easy but now feels impossibly exclusi... More
San Diego, CA
Strength-Based

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

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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