Therapists in Solana Beach, CA
Solana Beach is a quiet coastal town, but even so everyone has their troubles. Even though the coastal city of Solana Beach is quiet and peaceful most of the time, people are bound to run into problems in their personal lives. You do not have to suffer through these troubles alone.
Counselors in the Solana Beach area are available to talk to you about your personal, mental or emotional troubles. They can provide support and coping skills to help you through any time in your life. Contact a therapist to get started.
Magdalena Orr
Clinician
License Type(s): MS,LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment
All of us need support at different times through our lives. The ability to see this and ask for help is a powerful statement of owns health. My intention is to create safe and compassionate space for each individual to examine their life experiences and support them as they embark on a journey toward self discovery and wellness. As a therapist for 20 years I worked with individuals, youth and couples dealing with wide range of issues such as: stress, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, parenting and more. My approach is holistic and I utilize variety of therapeutic modalities (CBT, ACT, Client centered, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness) to help access your strengths, trust your own personal inner guidance to lead you through difficult times. My goal is to work side by side with you and support you in discovering new ways of being, challenging old beliefs and rules that no longer serve you.
Todd Mangini
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
20 years offering treatment
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(MFT)in California with 20 years of professional work experience. I am a 67 year old gay man. My pronouns are he/him. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes. I also offer support to parents who are struggling with parenting challenges, those who are caring for aging parents or relatives, as well as those with loved ones who battle serious chronic mental illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, who need help navigating care issues and their relationship with their loved one. The therapeutic process can provide you with a unique opportunities to explore, learn, and express what is happening inside. The things you experience and learn during therapy can help you move forward and lead to better self-esteem, increased ability to get back on a positive track, and experience the joy of a better relationship with yourself and others. I work with my clients to create an open and safe space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Everyone has a powerful system of thoughts and feelings connected to their mind and body. Therapy is a great place to look at that system and grow healthier in the process. Taking the first step to address personal challenges and seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Diana Fischer
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesADHD
35 years offering treatment
I’m a marriage and family therapist practicing in California for over 30 years. I also provide coaching to families and parents as I see this as an effective way to move through the challenges families face today. I aspire to help parents feel confident and empowered as they become the agent for positive change in their family. I have stayed current as the times have changed and am aware of the ever-changing struggles the next generations are facing. The foundation of my work is to help individuals and families overcome the impact of multigenerational and sociological patterns of violence and addiction. My approach is heart centered and strength based with a firm belief that when one or all feels heard, supported, and believed in, a safe environment is created that leads to working collaboratively to build confidence and hope to create goals and achieve them.
Catherine Garvey
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCoping with life changes
28 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 28 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Audrey Teshima
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Family conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California with over 12 years of professional clinical work experience. Additionally, I have extensive experience as a public school teacher. My clinical experience ranges across a variety of treatment settings including private practice, community mental health/substance abuse clinics, and in the elementary, middle and high school environment. I specialize in family conflicts, relationship struggles, parenting/co-parenting issues, self esteem and confidence, and vocational & career difficulties. While integrating Biblically based Christian principles, and with gentle balance and guidance, I will walk with you through your areas of concern as you process the vast array of emotions attached to the issues. Together, we will work toward a solution that is focused on your strengths to create a more resourceful, resilient, hope-filled life worth living.
Marni Freedman
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoaching
18 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert on your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. I also have special training in working with writers and artists. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started!
Christina Handal
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
9 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with 9 years of professional work experience. I am excited about the opportunity to continue my work with individuals, couples, families and children. I approach my work with respect, cultural awareness and a strong belief in self-empowerment. Our time together will be supportive, collaborative, focused and goal driven. Although I am continually learning and searching for what works, Reality Therapy/Choice Theory is my primary theoretical approach. I believe my purpose is to help clients discover, clarify and maximize their potential for healing/growth. I am a strong believer in the healing power of good relationships, so my work is framed by the intent to help folks get along better with the important people in their lives.
Ranique Hopkins
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
4 years offering treatment
Ranique Hopkins is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in southern California. She combines nurturing support with direct guidance to empower her clients and facilitate their growth and healing. Ranique tailors her mental health services to each individual’s preferences and personal needs. She understands that emotional well-being is crucial, akin to the air we breathe. Ranique does her best to create a safe, non-judgmental, and open environment to aid her client’s in working towards desired outcomes and goals. Ranique uniquely focuses on both the mind and body. She employs cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, and somatic therapies to promote overall wellness.
Beth Bobbitt
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
13 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with a13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with chronic pain, stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, confidence, depression, & coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
June Cichowicz
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
23 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California with more than 20 years of professional counseling experience. My work began after completing graduate work at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety and depression, coping with relationship issues , as well as motivation and self esteem. My work also includes assisting clients who are coping with life changes and transitions ( including grief and loss). I completed a two year mental health fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles working with a broad and diverse client population from children to teens and adolescents, adults with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, acute and chronic illness. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. My reward is being part of the team to accomplish that with clients. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and satisfying life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. June A. Cichowicz. M.S.S.W., L.C.S.W.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Solana Beach?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Solana Beach that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Solana Beach available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Solana Beach therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Solana Beach therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Solana Beach region and in the state of California.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Solana Beach can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Solana Beach may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Solana Beach offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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