Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in San Marcos, CA

All roads lead to Rome! It doesn't matter where we jump in, if you’re ready, we’ll get there. My POV is through a Neurodiverse lens and incorporates Attachment Theory and C-PTSD with the idea that much of our conflict and distress stems from old wounds & unmet needs that can often be traced back to necessary adaptations needed to survive not only our families of origin but also societal norms and expectations. The gig of being human is hard and de-coding this blueprint can provide a path toward understanding, healing and, fulfillment. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities including Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.

I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and high performers—including Division I athletes, professionals, and anyone striving to meet high expectations. In my work, I’ve learned that growth happens at the edge of comfort—where support and challenge meet. My clients often tell me they appreciate my ability to be both direct and deeply compassionate, creating a space where they feel seen, understood, and encouraged to move forward.

Born in Taiwan, raised in Southern California, and trained in San Francisco and New Mexico, I bring a blend of cultural humility, life experience, and professional training into every session. As an Asian American therapist, I value identity, culture, and lived experience as essential pieces of healing. I aim to create a space where you can show up as your real self—without judgment, without masks.

Hello, I’m Kjersti, and I offer telehealth therapy for adults and older adults struggling with the inevitabilities of our human condition. A diagnosis. A loss. Or perhaps the subtle erosion of a chronic condition that moves slowly enough that you don’t notice until the weight becomes undeniable. If you are carrying anxiety, depression, grief, substance use, or the uncertainty of a serious illness or life transition, I want you to know that your story isn't over. These experiences often invite deeper questions about identity, values, and purpose. What still matters to you is a great place to begin therapy.

My graduate training in sociomedical sciences and career in public health influence my perspective on the effectiveness of behavioral approaches favored by the health care community, as well as their limitation when addressing existential concerns. Clinical work with adults in chronic care, substance use treatment and community health settings has evolved my practice of integrating evidence-based methods within an Existential-Humanistic framework. I am inspired by Viktor Frankl's logotherapy, which affirms the will to find meaning in any circumstance. On a more personal level, partnering with my mother during her journey with dementia profoundly deepened my understanding of aging, existential anxiety, loss, resilience, and the enduring human freedom to live a meaningful life.

Hello! I’m Najwa Azizi, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion and support. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood disorders, stress, and burnout through a personalized and collaborative approach to care. With a background in both behavioral health and critical care nursing, I understand the importance of treating the whole person — emotionally, mentally, and physically. My goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free space where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered to grow, heal, and reach their full potential.

I’m here to make this journey feel gentle, welcoming, and human. I keep things clear and simple so you can focus on what matters, not the overwhelm. My style is warm, encouraging, and a little poetic—because softness helps us breathe. Let’s take this step together, one calm moment at a time.

I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), working in private practice as a Psychotherapist. I live in Los Angeles, and work in-person or hybrid, with adults, teens, couples and the aging population. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, work stress/dissatisfaction, career goals, sleep disorders, substance use, trauma (ptsd/complex/acute), obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD/OCPD), attention deficit disorders (ADD/ADHD). In addition I deal with grief, isolation, and breaking creative blocks.