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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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JONATHAN ROSE
Hello and welcome. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology who has been practic... More
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LMFT
Male
Hello and welcome. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology who has been practicing for 10 years. As a therapist, I have exp... More
San Diego, CA
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KARLA PEREZ
Hello there, my name is Karla Perez and I am a bilingual Spanish Speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am eager to get know ... More
Therapist
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LCSW
Female
Hello there, my name is Karla Perez and I am a bilingual Spanish Speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am eager to get know your story ... More
San Diego, CA
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NURI ALBERGA
I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner offering compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each in... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner offering compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual. I specialize in integrative psychia... More
San Diego, CA
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RUBEN GUTIERREZ
Hi there, I'm Gut (Goot)! Thanks for looking at my profile, "the journey of 1000 miles begins with one step". I am a Veteran look... More
Therapist
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LMFT
Male
Hi there, I'm Gut (Goot)! Thanks for looking at my profile, "the journey of 1000 miles begins with one step". I am a Veteran looking to assist others with their own "1000" mi... More
San Diego, CA
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DIANA BUSH
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner, and my role is to help you manage your mental health. I work with patients to assess, diag... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner, and my role is to help you manage your mental health. I work with patients to assess, diagnose, and treat a range of mental health cond... More
San Diego, CA
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WILLARD RENZEMA
Hi, I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California for 20 years and I hold a doctorate degree in the Philosophy of Co... More
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LMFT
Male
Hi, I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California for 20 years and I hold a doctorate degree in the Philosophy of Counseling. I am in my second marriage for 29 y... More
San Diego, CA
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TARA RYAN
I have enjoyed practicing therapy to help individuals navigate challenging times and achieve meaningful life improvements since 20... More
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LPCC|LIMHP|LPC
Female
I have enjoyed practicing therapy to help individuals navigate challenging times and achieve meaningful life improvements since 2013. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Co... More
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OLENA GONCHARENKO
I am licensed as a Nurse Practitioner and certified in Psychiatry in California. As a health care provider, working for many years... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
I am licensed as a Nurse Practitioner and certified in Psychiatry in California. As a health care provider, working for many years in acute health care settings, I developed a... More
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LACEY MORRIS
As a child I was always very sensitive and curious about the world that surrounded me. It came natural to help people and I knew ... More
Therapist
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LMFT
Female
As a child I was always very sensitive and curious about the world that surrounded me. It came natural to help people and I knew that I wanted to give back to the world at la... More
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LIA VERZATT
Life is messy and together, we have a chance to be creative with the challenges you have faced. I specialize in working with indiv... More
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LMFT
Female
Life is messy and together, we have a chance to be creative with the challenges you have faced. I specialize in working with individuals navigating life transitions, self-este... More
San Diego, CA
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CINDY LLORA
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT). I am licensed in Arizona and California. I've been working in the counseling fi... More
Therapist
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LMFT
Female
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT). I am licensed in Arizona and California. I've been working in the counseling field for about 20 years. I have counseling exp... More
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RAMON PACHECO
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my masters in clinical mental health coun... More
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LMFT
Other
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my masters in clinical mental health counseling from California State University, Full... More
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MARGARET POPP
Hi, I’m Lainie Popp. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker trained in EMDR, parts work, and mindfulness-based approaches. I he... More
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LCSW
Female
Hi, I’m Lainie Popp. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker trained in EMDR, parts work, and mindfulness-based approaches. I help adults who struggle with anxiety, perfecti... More
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ANGELIQUE CELESTINE
My name is Angelique Celestine, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience, working with i... More
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LMFT
Female
My name is Angelique Celestine, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience, working with individuals and families in child welfare and ... More
San Diego, CA
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ELIZABETH VAH
Hi there! I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with more than 20 years of experience work... More
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LCSW
Female
Hi there! I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with more than 20 years of experience working with client in differed states to include... More
San Diego, CA
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SHERYL STRUM
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I received my Masters from California State University, Fres... More
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LMFT
Female
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I received my Masters from California State University, Fresno and have been practicing for 30+ years. I ... More
San Diego, CA
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SANDRA LEON
Your life is changing and you’re not sure why you’re not handling it better. In my work with clients, I’ve seen that even go... More
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LCSW
Female
Your life is changing and you’re not sure why you’re not handling it better. In my work with clients, I’ve seen that even good changes can make usually well-adjusted peo... More
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SHANIQA DANIEL
I am Shaniqa Daniel, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a passion for providing high-quality mental he... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
I am Shaniqa Daniel, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a passion for providing high-quality mental health care. I hold a Master’s Degree in Nurs... More
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PAR ANDREASSON
My goal as a therapist is to help clients face both the real and perceived challenges in their lives with clarity, support, and re... More
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LMFT|LPCC
Male
My goal as a therapist is to help clients face both the real and perceived challenges in their lives with clarity, support, and renewed strength. I approach each person as a u... More
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.

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