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Family therapy and counseling in San Diego, CA

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Top family therapists in San Diego, CA

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Ria Rodrick

Ria Rodrick

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California with 17 years of experience working as a Mental Health Clinician and a Behavioral Therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, anger management issues, Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. My counseling style is warm, supportive, interactive, and focuses on my clients' needs.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Erica Sandoval

Erica Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have over 7 years of experience working with depression and anxiety disorders, trauma, couples, and other severe mental health concerns. My goal is to create a comfortable, safe space where you can begin your therapeutic journey with confidence and without judgment. Together, we can openly explore what you want in—and out of—life. If you don't know what that looks like yet, that's okay. We can figure it out together. Your goals may also change along the way, and therapy should have the flexibility to change with you.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Susan Stokes

Susan Stokes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and holistic, drawing on my broad experience in mental health, education, and wellness.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lauren Chew

Lauren Chew

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced specific or prolonged trauma, mental health struggles, navigating healthy relationships...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
John Breslin

John Breslin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a behaviorist who worked many years in speech and behavior with Autistic children in both the home and school settings.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Men's issues
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lorraine Schwartz

Lorraine Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will ask you questions so you can find your own authentic answers. I speak plainly & provide a non-judgmental, safe environment where we can explore what's going on in your world at your pace.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tori Farris

Tori Farris

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach the mind and body as a continuous system. I understand the importance and preciousness of an attuned and compassionate therapy container.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jeffrey Maloney

Jeffrey Maloney

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I have been a psychologist for 44 years and worn many hats: schools, private practice, clinics and agencies. Experience counts for a lot! I am dedicated to my patients reducing their suffering.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Maria Sandi

Maria Sandi

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Monica, CA


“I value the collaborative relationship between therapist and client, guiding you on a journey of self-discovery and growth.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Daniel Hollander

Daniel Hollander

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with individuals, couples, and families who are navigating a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma and healing, loss and grief, and relationship and parenting challenges. In addition to my training as a therapist, my practice is informed by my many years as a teacher, as well as by my life experience as a husband and father.

Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Noemi Flores

Noemi Flores

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you, helping you gain insight, explore new perspectives, and develop tools that fit who you are and where you want to go.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Michelle Renteria

Michelle Renteria

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm drawn to work that builds insight, strengthens resilience, and offers a gentle, warm, and direct space for meaningful growth.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Bristow

Elizabeth Bristow

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to understand the person—not just a list of symptoms—and help each client move toward greater stability, confidence and wellbeing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Yanira Chavez

Yanira Chavez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a first-generation Latina living with chronic illnesses, I understand the unique hardships, cultural expectations, and barriers that can impact mental health and well-being.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Donna Louis

Donna Louis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I may utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, as well as motivation interviewing most often in my practice.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Carter

Mary Carter

Therapist

Virtual • West Covina, CA


I bring 14 + years of experience providing thrrapy in both private and clinical settings. My work is grounded in a client centered strengths-based approach, rooted in unconditional, positive regard and a commitment to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where client can openly share their stories.

I identify as neurodivergent and have personally and professionally navigated ADHD. This experience allows me to bring both clinical knowledge lived understanding to my work, helping clients recognize their strengths, develop effective strategies, and move toward meaningful growth and stability.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Norma Garcia

Norma Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed clinician specializing in trauma recovery. I work with adolescents and adults who are experiencing emotional and difficult experiences. My goal is to provide a supportive space where clients can begin to heal.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nadia Thalji

Dr. Nadia Thalji

Psychologist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive. I integrate psychodynamic, Jungian, trauma-informed, somatic, mindfulness-based, and relational therapies...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Brown

Christopher Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“A trauma-informed therapist is a compassionate mental health professional who prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mario Palacios

Mario Palacios

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My role is not to judge or tell you what you want to hear — it's to help you understand yourself more fully, challenge patterns that no longer serve you, and offer tools that support real change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cameron Virjee

Cameron Virjee

Therapist

Virtual • Petaluma, CA


“I focus on listening, asking thoughtful questions, and paying attention to what's actually going on in their world.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Danielle Walker

Danielle Walker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to bring your authentic self forward, nurture any pain, break down those barriers, and harbor insight.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Mason

Carolyn Mason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I believe in providing a safe, comfortable, professional environment where individuals, couples, families, and children can work on issues that are interfering with their lives.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ari Aho

Ari Aho

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm an eclectic therapist who blends evidence-based, cultural, and art-based healing practices to support each individual's needs.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jena Montenegro

Jena Montenegro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a trauma expert with experience in a wide variety of populations including LGBTQ, African-American, Latino, Indigenous, and Asian peoples.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suha Albadawi

Suha Albadawi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Claremont, CA


“My focus is helping my clients feel better about themselves and work through their symptoms that brought them to therapy.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Lori Bergstrom

Lori Bergstrom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a cancer survivor and positively enjoy working with clients who have cancer, or whose partners/family members, and friends have or have had cancer.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carmela Capinpin

Carmela Capinpin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the power of personal agency and collective healing, and view therapy as a collaborative process rooted in compassion, openness, curiosity, and dignity.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brian Brosnan

Brian Brosnan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The therapeutic relationship is the most powerful tool towards creating change & increasing quality of life.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Sean Stevens

Sean Stevens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oxnard, CA


“When given new opportunities and education that can improve clients lives, people will respond and change in ways that make sense to them.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Cara Behan

Cara Behan

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Barbara, CA


As a therapist, my goal is to help you live a happier and more fulfilling life. It can be difficult to know if you are on the right path, have healthy relationships, and are satisfied with your life's direction. How do you feel about where you are headed? I can support your self discovery in a compassionate and understanding way. I work towards identifying one's strengths and empowering clients struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship problems and life transitions. I specialize in working with young women, new moms and couples navigating the transitional stages of family life.

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brenda Guadalupe

Brenda Guadalupe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide therapy in English and Spanish, work with the Latino community, POC and the LGBTQ+ community.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Muriel Graciano

Muriel Graciano

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist, I am passionate about helping individuals optimize their overall mental health. I have a BA in Psychology from Cal State Fullerton, a MS in counseling from Cal State Los Angeles and have been practicing for nearly a decade. I am currently working with clients statewide via telehealth.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kavita Ajmere

Kavita Ajmere

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I present the best tools and techniques in the fields of psychology and personal growth that are most relevant and produce results.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Nicole Fagundes

Nicole Fagundes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is taken from a collaborative, whole-person approach, honoring each client's unique story, strengths and goals.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dschelle Chatman Singh

Dschelle Chatman Singh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, direct, and person-centered. I believe that meaningful change occurs when clients feel understood, challenged appropriately, and supported in developing practical skills to improve their lives.”
Family issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rosanna Franklin

Rosanna Franklin

Psychologist

Virtual • Alameda, CA


I enjoy working with adults from diverse backgrounds who seek to improve the quality of their lives. Is there a place you find yourself stuck? Do you have some insight into what may be happening, but want to seek professional support to grow and thrive? Whether you are familiar with counseling or not, each person's therapeutic journey is unique. Some people come with a specific goal in mind and others prefer a longer supportive therapy, traversing the many layers and aspects of their life.

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Austin Boelman

Austin Boelman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am someone who believes in a holistic approach to therapy attending to the emotional and physical wellbeing of every client.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Scheidler

Sarah Scheidler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sierra Madre, CA


“I believe deeply in the power of the therapeutic relationship and the possibility of post-traumatic growth.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janice (Vicki) Schmidt

Janice (Vicki) Schmidt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been licensed for over 30 years and am a firm believer that one therapeutic style does not fit all clients or situations.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our family therapists located within 20 miles of San Diego, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of San Diego, CA
There are over 21 therapists in San Diego, CA accepting new patients.
21+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 95%Relationship issues
  • 95%Depression
  • 86%Trauma
  • 81%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 71%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 57%Curative
  • 52%Cigna
Languages spoken
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  • 81%English
  • 38%Spanish
  • 5%Arabic
  • 5%French
  • 5%German
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 24%Man
License types
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  • 81%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 14%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Family therapy
  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 33%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy

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Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in San Diego

Finding family therapists in San Diego starts with understanding what your family wants support with. Family therapy can help with parenting conflict, adolescent struggles, blended family dynamics, relationship strain, and communication across generations. Family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, not just one person. As you compare San Diego therapists, look for someone whose profile lists family therapy experience, relevant training, and an approach that fits the concerns you want to discuss.

San Diego has many therapy options across neighborhoods like North Park, Hillcrest, La Jolla, and Chula Vista, which can make the search easier to start and harder to narrow. Consider whether in-person sessions near home, school, or work fit your schedule, or whether virtual appointments make it easier for more family members to join. Session attendance may vary, including the full family, smaller groups, or individual family members. Reading therapist bios can help you see how each therapist structures family sessions, handles communication patterns, and supports fit before you book.

Family therapy in San Diego can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for family therapists who are accepting new patients, compare availability, review detailed profiles, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs after you enter your insurance details. From there, you can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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