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CLAUDIA BASHAM
Explore impact of access to tailored services Access inclusive and personalized services, for you and your family, and discover he... More
Therapist
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LCSW
Female
Explore impact of access to tailored services Access inclusive and personalized services, for you and your family, and discover healing in a space that supports your unique ne... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
ASHLEY CISNEROS
Hello there! Life is a journey, and we all need help sometimes. Congratulations on making the first step to taking back control ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW|LICSW
Female
Hello there! Life is a journey, and we all need help sometimes. Congratulations on making the first step to taking back control over your life. You are brave and courageous ... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
MAX SUTTONSMOLIN
I aim to create a calm, sturdy, trustworthy, emotionally grounded, and radically nonjudgmental therapeutic space where you can be ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LP
Male
I aim to create a calm, sturdy, trustworthy, emotionally grounded, and radically nonjudgmental therapeutic space where you can be deeply curious about your own experience. A p... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
JOHANNA CALICA
Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) dedicated to supporting individuals who have experienced emo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) dedicated to supporting individuals who have experienced emotional trauma or ongoing mental and emotional... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
SANDRA CHAVEZ
Hello! I’m Sandra V. Chávez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Registered Psychological Assistant with the Ca... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! I’m Sandra V. Chávez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Registered Psychological Assistant with the California Board of Psychology. I’m passionat... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
SERGIO IBANEZ
My focus is to provide support and guidance. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy (ages 5+) using a client-centered a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Male
My focus is to provide support and guidance. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy (ages 5+) using a client-centered approach. I use a wide variety of therapeutic ... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
SERINA HARRIS
Awarded Best Therapist of El Cerrito 2025 and Best Of Richmond for Mental Health Practitioner in 2024! Are you searching for a the... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Awarded Best Therapist of El Cerrito 2025 and Best Of Richmond for Mental Health Practitioner in 2024! Are you searching for a therapist with warmth, compassion, and proven ex... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
ILENA SUSSMAN
Providing psychotherapeutic services to those seeking emotional sustenance and healthy psychological support during these very str... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Providing psychotherapeutic services to those seeking emotional sustenance and healthy psychological support during these very stressful times. I have been working in this fie... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
MICHELLE LAUGHLIN
Hi, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California with over 26 years in the human service field and 3 years of clini... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Hi, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California with over 26 years in the human service field and 3 years of clinical experience. I’m certified in treating A... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DOROTHY PORTER
I am committed to helping people regain a sense of purpose and greater understanding about what they are struggling with. I work t... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
I am committed to helping people regain a sense of purpose and greater understanding about what they are struggling with. I work to empower them to have some control in a chao... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
WEN SOON
Hi! I'm Wen. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I help adults who are struggling to deal with everyday stressors and b... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LPC|LMFT
Male
Hi! I'm Wen. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I help adults who are struggling to deal with everyday stressors and burnout. I empathetically listen to what you h... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
RICKEY BATES
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist, complemented by my background as a v... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Male
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist, complemented by my background as a veteran of the United States Armed Forces. My ... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
CARLA FRANCO
Are you a high achiever but frequently feel you're "faking" your way to success? Do you find yourself stuck in a situation you ha... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Are you a high achiever but frequently feel you're "faking" your way to success? Do you find yourself stuck in a situation you haven’t figured out how to change? Do you hav... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
EPHRAIM TOKAR
Hi there, my name’s Ephraim Tokar. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties con... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Male
Hi there, my name’s Ephraim Tokar. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DIANE DUNNE
Dr. Diane Dunne, Ph.D. is a Licensed Psychologist who has successfully helped her patients for more than 25 years utilizing an int... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LP
Female
Dr. Diane Dunne, Ph.D. is a Licensed Psychologist who has successfully helped her patients for more than 25 years utilizing an integrative approach to therapy! Her passion for... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
JENNIFFER MOGROVEJO
My name is Jenniffer Mogrovejo, LMFT based in California. I have 18 years' experience as a psychotherapist. I help adults struggl... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
My name is Jenniffer Mogrovejo, LMFT based in California. I have 18 years' experience as a psychotherapist. I help adults struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and relat... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
NICHOLAS SEIBEL
Hi! I'm Nick and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping adults who are ready to move beyond jus... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Male
Hi! I'm Nick and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping adults who are ready to move beyond just surviving and into a place of genuine conne... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
RACHEL WILLIAMS
Hello, my name is Rachel and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Choosing to begin therapy can be extremely difficult, so cong... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, my name is Rachel and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Choosing to begin therapy can be extremely difficult, so congratulations on taking the first step. I speci... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
MEDJINN THOMAS
As a psychiatric mental health practitioner who treats patients with anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, my primary function ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
PMHNP
Female
As a psychiatric mental health practitioner who treats patients with anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, my primary function is to provide comprehensive and compassionate... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
KRISTEN ODWYER
Hi there, I'm Kristen! I’m an LCSW licensed in Michigan and California with over 11 years of experience helping high-achieving w... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW|LMSW-C
Female
Hi there, I'm Kristen! I’m an LCSW licensed in Michigan and California with over 11 years of experience helping high-achieving women and young adults find balance, purpose, ... More
San Diego, CA
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

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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