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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 support individuals who want to explore mental health and emotional well-being through a virtual care-informed lens. Their approach emphasizes accessible, personalized treatment for children, teens, and families, incorporating evidence-based therapies alongside culturally sensitive and gender-affirming care. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
Craig Bowman
With approximately 30 years of experience working with a diverse population across various roles in the helping profession, I brin... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Male
With approximately 30 years of experience working with a diverse population across various roles in the helping profession, I bring a depth of compassion and empathy gained fr... More
Who might be a good fit for Craig?
Craig Bowman may be a good match for people navigating challenges with addiction, anxiety, or life transitions who prefer a humanistic and mindfulness-based framework. His approach emphasizes creating a compassionate, safe space that fosters self-awareness and growth, integrating both Western clinical insight and East-West psychological perspectives. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
JESSICA MONICCO
Hello/Hola and welcome to my therapeutic space. I am a bilingual Latina psychotherapist, committed to providing a safe and welco... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Hello/Hola and welcome to my therapeutic space. I am a bilingual Latina psychotherapist, committed to providing a safe and welcoming space where you can explore your thought... More
Who might be a good fit for Jessica?
Clients facing concerns such as anxiety, family conflict, or grief may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Jessica Monicco. As a bilingual Latina therapist, she integrates cultural awareness and empathy into a collaborative space, helping clients explore their unique experiences while developing practical tools for emotional well-being and personal growth. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
ANKITA MOHANTY
My name is pronounced ahn-KEE-tha and I use she/her pronouns. I’m a queer woman of color and the eldest daughter of Indian immig... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
My name is pronounced ahn-KEE-tha and I use she/her pronouns. I’m a queer woman of color and the eldest daughter of Indian immigrants, raised in the Midwest and living on un... More
Who might be a good fit for Ankita?
Individuals or couples navigating anxiety, grief, or family conflict may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Ankita Mohanty, where applicable. Her approach integrates mindfulness and culturally sensitive psychodynamic methods, supporting those who value connection to spirituality and personal meaning in their healing process. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
MARISOL CENDEJAS
Deciding to begin therapy is the first step in a life changing decision. Welcome, my name is Marisol Cendejas , I am a bilingual... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Deciding to begin therapy is the first step in a life changing decision. Welcome, my name is Marisol Cendejas , I am a bilingual therapist who cares about creating safer spa... More
Who might be a good fit for Marisol?
Marisol Cendejas may support individuals who want to explore healing and personal growth through a cognitive behavioral therapy-informed lens. As a bilingual therapist with a shared cultural background, she focuses on creating safe spaces that empower mental health and wellness, particularly within BIPOC communities facing unique cultural and familial challenges. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
MELODY PASCHEN
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I received my Masters from Cal State Fullerton in 2017. I have exper... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I received my Masters from Cal State Fullerton in 2017. I have experience working with people of various backgrou... More
Who might be a good fit for Melody?
Clients in need of guidance around family conflict or self-esteem could benefit from Melody Paschen’s approach. She integrates culturally sensitive techniques and mindfulness practices to support individuals from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ and Hispanic/Latinx communities, in working toward their personal goals. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
JASMINE GIBSON
Hello! I am currently seeing clients virtually throughout California. I enjoy helping adults become their authentic selves in a wo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! I am currently seeing clients virtually throughout California. I enjoy helping adults become their authentic selves in a world that tries its best to control who they a... More
Who might be a good fit for Jasmine?
Jasmine Gibson may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety and navigating life transitions. Her trauma-informed approach and training in EMDR offer support tailored to those seeking to explore identity and healing in a compassionate, mindful space. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
KRISTEN HART
Hi! I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Registered Art Therapist (AT-R) based in California. I received my Masters from... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Non-binary
Hi! I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Registered Art Therapist (AT-R) based in California. I received my Masters from Loyola Marymount University, and have been w... More
Who might be a good fit for Kristen?
Clients in need of guidance around grief and identity could benefit from Kristen Hart’s approach. Their use of creative modalities like art and narrative therapy supports older adults seeking to process trauma and explore spirituality within a culturally sensitive and gender-affirming framework. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
PAMELA FENENBOCK
Hello, I'm an experienced therapist with over 25 years in the field. I have always been interested in people’s stories and suppo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hello, I'm an experienced therapist with over 25 years in the field. I have always been interested in people’s stories and support clients facing a variety of issues: insomn... More
Who might be a good fit for Pamela?
Clients seeking structured support for anxiety or looking to improve stress management might consider working with Pamela Fenenbock. Her integrative, holistic approach combines techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to address each person’s unique experiences with empathy and collaboration. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
BLAKE KERR
Over human history, people have mostly lived in close-knit communities. This has eroded with the advances in transportation and te... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Male
Over human history, people have mostly lived in close-knit communities. This has eroded with the advances in transportation and technology. Most people have lost much of the s... More
Who might be a good fit for Blake?
Those managing concerns related to mood disorders or trauma may appreciate the methods Blake Kerr incorporates into his practice. His use of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy offers a structured, skills-based approach that supports individuals seeking to build resilience and improve emotional well-being. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
ELIZABETH KELLY
Hello, I am Elizabeth Kelly, a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in working with individual adult clients age... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hello, I am Elizabeth Kelly, a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in working with individual adult clients aged 18 and older. If you are seeking help with... More
Who might be a good fit for Elizabeth?
Clients seeking structured support for grief, anxiety, or parenting challenges might consider working with Elizabeth Kelly. Her client-centered approach emphasizes personal strengths and collaborative goal-setting, offering a compassionate space to develop coping skills tailored to each individual’s unique situation. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
CARRIE LIKENESS
Welcome. If you’re feeling frozen, avoidant, overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply unsure of how to move forward, you’re not al... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Welcome. If you’re feeling frozen, avoidant, overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply unsure of how to move forward, you’re not alone — and therapy can help. Many people see... More
Who might be a good fit for Carrie?
Those managing concerns related to anxiety, depression, or trauma may appreciate the methods Carrie Likeness incorporates into her practice. Her approach blends mindfulness and evidence-based therapies to support individuals facing challenges like rumination, overwhelm, and life transitions with compassion and clarity. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
VANESSA RUVALCABA
Hello! My name is Ness Ruvalcaba. I am an Spanish and English speaking licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Californ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! My name is Ness Ruvalcaba. I am an Spanish and English speaking licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California. I work with individuals who are are need... More
Who might be a good fit for Vanessa?
Vanessa Ruvalcaba may be a match for those interested in trauma-informed care, particularly when facing challenges such as anxiety, PTSD, or family conflict. She integrates approaches like Brainspotting and cognitive behavioral therapy while offering support in both English and Spanish, which can be especially helpful for individuals navigating complex personal or cultural experiences. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
GARY ALLEN
Welcome to Your Therapeutic Journey! My name is Trent, and I am pleased to assist you in addressing the behavioral health concern... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LPCC|LMHC
Male
Welcome to Your Therapeutic Journey! My name is Trent, and I am pleased to assist you in addressing the behavioral health concerns you've brought to your journey with me toda... More
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
ANH TA
Welcome! I am an Asian-American licensed clinician and have been a therapist for over 15 years that specializes in journeying with... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Male
Welcome! I am an Asian-American licensed clinician and have been a therapist for over 15 years that specializes in journeying with people as they move through loss, change, re... More
Who might be a good fit for Anh?
People experiencing grief or life transitions and looking for a therapist with experience in trauma-informed and person-centered care might consider Anh Ta’s style of support. His holistic, nonjudgmental approach is informed by a commitment to diversity and advocacy, creating space for clients navigating complex personal and relational challenges. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
NORMA MUNOZ SEDANO
I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). In 1991, I obtained a B.H. in Social Psychology from The Universid... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
I am a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). In 1991, I obtained a B.H. in Social Psychology from The Universidad Autonoma de Baja California (Mexico). In 2... More
Who might be a good fit for Norma?
Clients working through anxiety and depression and looking for eclectic therapy support might engage well with Norma Munoz Sedano’s approach. Her bilingual background and experience with diverse age groups allow her to tailor strategies that address emotional challenges alongside life transitions in a culturally sensitive way. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
NINA SANDBERG
As an experienced family therapist, I have the skills and knowledge needed to help families navigate even the most challenging sit... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
As an experienced family therapist, I have the skills and knowledge needed to help families navigate even the most challenging situations. What sets me apart is my unique pers... More
Who might be a good fit for Nina?
Nina Sandberg may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing family-related anxiety and supporting children or adolescents through emotional challenges. Her humanistic approach, combined with personal experience as a parent, offers a compassionate perspective that can resonate with families and young people navigating growth and change. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
NNAMDI OFOEZE
As a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner, my purpose is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals struggli... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
PMHNP
Male
As a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner, my purpose is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals struggling with mental health challenges. With a focu... More
Who might be a good fit for Nnamdi?
Individuals managing concerns related to anxiety, mood disorders, or ADHD may appreciate the methods Nnamdi Ofoeze incorporates into his practice. His focus on holistic wellness and collaborative treatment planning creates a supportive space for clients seeking both therapeutic interventions and medication management. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
REBECCA HARDT
I wholeheartedly believe it’s my role as a therapist to assist you in realizing, accessing and cultivating the internal and exte... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
I wholeheartedly believe it’s my role as a therapist to assist you in realizing, accessing and cultivating the internal and external resources that you already possess. Stre... More
Who might be a good fit for Rebecca?
Individuals focused on improving emotional resilience while managing stress and relationship challenges may find support in Rebecca Hardt’s work. Her empathic and solutions-focused approach creates a safe environment to explore vulnerability and strength, helping clients navigate complex transitions and foster meaningful change. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
JULIA KALUGA
Hello and welcome! I am a doctor of Psychology, a licensed marriage and family therapist and a licensed professional clinical coun... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hello and welcome! I am a doctor of Psychology, a licensed marriage and family therapist and a licensed professional clinical counselor. I am located in California and have 14... More
Who might be a good fit for Julia?
Those coping with trauma or pursuing personal growth in relationships may find Julia Kaluga’s approach to be well-aligned. She integrates trauma-focused and interpersonal therapies to support healing and improved communication, with sensitivity to diverse backgrounds including LGBTQ+ experiences and older adults. View Profile
San Diego, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
Members of the LGBTQ+ community often face unique challenges, from identity exploration to discrimination and stigma. At Psych Hub, you'll find affirming, culturally competent professionals who offer support for coming out, relationship issues, transitioning, and more. Take pride in who you are—find understanding and inclusive care at Psych Hub today.

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.

Take the Next Step

Your path to mental well-being starts here. Find a licensed therapist in San Diego, California and start your journey towards improved mental health today.