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Alfreda Shields
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relatio... More
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Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relationships with clients. She is a dual-certified ... More
San Diego, CA
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April Viverette
Dr. April Viverette is a licensed clinical social worker and behavioral health therapist who earned her BS in Psychology from Jack... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Dr. April Viverette is a licensed clinical social worker and behavioral health therapist who earned her BS in Psychology from Jackson State University, MSW from University of ... More
Who might be a good fit for April?
Individuals or couples navigating stress, life transitions, or relationship conflicts may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by April Viverette, where applicable. Her integrative approach, informed by a trauma lens and a variety of evidence-based therapies, supports clients in addressing emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges across a broad age range. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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ANDREW NGUYEN
As a board-certified psychotherapist, I have had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse array of remarkable clients. My pro... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Male
As a board-certified psychotherapist, I have had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse array of remarkable clients. My professional journey encompasses assisting paren... More
San Diego, CA
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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
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HOBERT GABUAT
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. I use a client-centered therapeutic approach, solution-focused, stren... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Male
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. I use a client-centered therapeutic approach, solution-focused, strength-based, and very supportive allowing my cl... More
San Diego, CA
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Anita Gutierrez
Anita V Gutierrez is a Bilingual and Bicultural therapist with for close to 20 yrs in the field. She has extensive experience work... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Anita V Gutierrez is a Bilingual and Bicultural therapist with for close to 20 yrs in the field. She has extensive experience working with different populations such as pregna... More
San Diego, CA
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Deidra Howard
Deidra is a certified a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, as well as a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Deidra is a certified a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, as well as a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of nursing experience in-patient and emergency ... More
San Diego, CA
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Milagros Garcia
Milly Garcia a bilingual therapist with years of counseling experience. She is skilled in working with adults experiencing symptom... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Milly Garcia a bilingual therapist with years of counseling experience. She is skilled in working with adults experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, addictions, grief a... More
Who might be a good fit for Milagros?
Milagros Garcia may be a match for those interested in a collaborative, strengths-based approach, particularly when facing challenges like depression, anxiety, or grief. Her bilingual skills and sensitivity to life transitions and trauma can support adults seeking a personalized path to healing and growth. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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Yvonne Ekama
Yvonne Ekama is a dual board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 18 yea... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Yvonne Ekama is a dual board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 18 years of healthcare experience. She specializes ... More
San Diego, CA
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Carmela Duarte
Carmela is a LMFT who is a bilingual and bicultural therapist. Optimal care will be provided while utilizing evidence-based practi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Carmela is a LMFT who is a bilingual and bicultural therapist. Optimal care will be provided while utilizing evidence-based practices for example Trauma- Focused Cognitive Beh... More
San Diego, CA
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Christina Owen
Christina Owen is a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who graduated from Chapman University in 2005 and began her clinical work... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Christina Owen is a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who graduated from Chapman University in 2005 and began her clinical work in 2008. She specializes in anger management... More
San Diego, CA
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Conni Rush
I am Dr. Conni Rush, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with more than 20 years of experience working with adults and adol... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
I am Dr. Conni Rush, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with more than 20 years of experience working with adults and adolescents. I have a background working in a var... More
Who might be a good fit for Conni?
People seeking clarity around their values or support navigating life transitions may find Conni Rush’s approach fitting. She combines empathetic, integrative methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness to help adults and adolescents manage anxiety, depression, and stress while fostering personal growth. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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Erika Altobelli
Erika Altobelli is a licensed clinical social worker with advanced practice skills in logotherapy, motivational interviewing, the ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Erika Altobelli is a licensed clinical social worker with advanced practice skills in logotherapy, motivational interviewing, the Unified Protocol and Dialectal Behavior Thera... More
Who might be a good fit for Erika?
People experiencing depression, anxiety, or grief, or those wanting to strengthen their resilience, could benefit from Erika Altobelli’s focused therapeutic work. She blends empathic support with practical tools drawn from logotherapy and dialectical behavior therapy to help clients navigate life transitions and build a healthy balance between present challenges and future goals. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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Carolyn Anderson
Carolyn Kennedy-Anderson, MA, LPC, CPC-S, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting individ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Carolyn Kennedy-Anderson, MA, LPC, CPC-S, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and youth through li... More
Who might be a good fit for Carolyn?
People experiencing grief or relationship challenges, or those wanting to strengthen coping skills during life transitions, could benefit from Carolyn Anderson’s focused therapeutic work. Her warm, client-centered approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to support meaningful, step-by-step progress in a collaborative setting. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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Kimberly Berbena
Kimberly Berbena is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and Texas. She has worked in the mental health field fo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Kimberly Berbena is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and Texas. She has worked in the mental health field for over 13 years and have had a diverse experi... More
Who might be a good fit for Kimberly?
Clients seeking structured support for life transitions or looking to improve their overall well-being might consider working with Kimberly Berbena. She tailors her collaborative approach to fit each person’s unique needs, drawing from a variety of therapeutic methods to help clients move toward their personal goals. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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Aldemar Martinez
Aldemar is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), with 25 years of experience in the field of mental health. He also has a degr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Male
Aldemar is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), with 25 years of experience in the field of mental health. He also has a degree in Psychology, which compliments his clini... More
Who might be a good fit for Aldemar?
Aldemar Martinez may be well-suited to individuals who value trauma-informed and acceptance-based therapy in managing emotional healing and personal growth. His approach integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with Narrative and Cognitive Behavioral techniques, offering a supportive space for clients to explore their unique strengths and develop healthier patterns. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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Maria Salcido De Guerra
Maria D. Salcido De Guerra is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who primarily supports Spanish-speaking adults as they navi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Maria D. Salcido De Guerra is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who primarily supports Spanish-speaking adults as they navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, and life tr... More
San Diego, CA
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Cesar Brijandez
Mr. Brijandez has provided therapy to children, teens, adults and couples for 15 years. He holds a Master’s Degree in Child/Marr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Male
Mr. Brijandez has provided therapy to children, teens, adults and couples for 15 years. He holds a Master’s Degree in Child/Marriage/Family Therapy and is a Licensed Marriag... More
Who might be a good fit for Cesar?
Individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, relationship concerns, or life transitions may find support through the approach used by Cesar Brijandez. His collaborative style, grounded in CBT and solution-focused techniques, is designed to help clients build awareness and develop practical skills to enhance their daily lives. View Profile
San Diego, CA
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Sheila Cano
Sheila Cano, LPCC, is a licensed professional clinical counselor with over a decade of experience in the mental health field, spec... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Sheila Cano, LPCC, is a licensed professional clinical counselor with over a decade of experience in the mental health field, specializing in anxiety, stress, substance use, s... More
San Diego, CA
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Mayra Koedam
Mayra is a a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner focusing in medication management for adults. She treats major psychia... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Mayra is a a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner focusing in medication management for adults. She treats major psychiatric conditions that include depression, anxi... 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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