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Erika Pena Gamez
Hello, I'm Erika. I hold a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and a B.A. from Park Universi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
Female
Hello, I'm Erika. I hold a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and a B.A. from Park University in Parkville, Missouri. As a Licensed Prof... More
Who might be a good fit for Erika Pena?
Erika Gamez offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. Her integrative, person-centered style incorporates a variety of therapeutic methods tailored to each client’s unique needs, with experience supporting diverse populations including children, adolescents, adults, and families. View Profile
San Diego, CA
Somatic Symptom Disorder
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
Who might be a good fit for Alfreda?
Alfreda Shields may be a good match for people navigating mental health concerns who prefer a holistic approach that integrates medication management with therapeutic support. She focuses on building enduring relationships, offering care that considers the unique needs of adults across various stages of life. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
JESUS ACEVES
Welcome! My name is Jesus, I am a multi-state Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience working with adults... More
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Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LISW|LCSW|LICSW
Male
Welcome! My name is Jesus, I am a multi-state Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience working with adults. If you are struggling to cope with the chal... More
Who might be a good fit for Jesus?
People seeking clarity around depression, LGBTQ+ mental health, or support navigating trauma and PTSD may find Jesus Aceves's approach fitting. His experience using Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) could resonate with those who prefer a relational and empathetic style of working through mental health challenges. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
LORRE WEBB
I’m someone who believes that healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens in relationships where we feel safe enough to b... More
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Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
I’m someone who believes that healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens in relationships where we feel safe enough to be real. As a therapist, I show up with warmth... More
Who might be a good fit for Lorre?
Individuals focused on improving their sense of self-worth while managing challenges such as anxiety or depression may find support in Lorre Webb’s work. Her integrative and mindfulness-based approach aims to empower clients by helping them uncover personal strengths and navigate life’s complexities with greater confidence. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
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Birches Health
Birches Health specializes in evidence-based treatment for gambling and other behavioral addictions. Our world-class care progr... More
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Offers online care for San Diego, California
Birches Health specializes in evidence-based treatment for gambling and other behavioral addictions. Our world-class care program combines individual, family and couples te... More
Who might be a good fit for Birches Health?
Clients working through behavioral addictions such as gambling or sex addiction and looking for virtual therapy support might engage well with Birches Health’s approach. Their personalized treatment plans incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, and peer-support groups, offering accessible care that can fit into a variety of lifestyles. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
Shala  Battle
Shala is a Board certified family nurse practitioner with over 10 years total experience in the medical field. She has experience... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW|LCSW|LCSW|LCSW|LCSW|LCSW
Female
Shala is a Board certified family nurse practitioner with over 10 years total experience in the medical field. She has experience working with all patient populations, with a... More
Who might be a good fit for Shala ?
Those managing concerns related to addiction or compulsive behaviors may appreciate the methods Shala Battle incorporates into her practice. Her use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy offers structured support tailored to adults facing challenges such as substance use, sex addiction, or gambling addiction. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
FRANCIS OKODOGBE
Francis is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He completed his training at Walden University and earn... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
PMHNP
Male
Francis is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He completed his training at Walden University and earned a Master of Science in nursing with specia... More
Who might be a good fit for Francis?
Francis Okodogbe may support individuals who want to explore mood disorders, anxiety, or addiction through a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-informed lens. With his extensive experience in various levels of mental health care, he offers a holistic and trauma-reduction focus, which could be beneficial for those re-entering the community after prior hospitalization or those navigating their first experiences with mental health issues. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
ALEXIUS CARTER
Hello, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 14 years of experience helping adults navigate life’s challenge... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 14 years of experience helping adults navigate life’s challenges. I earned my Master’s degree from the Uni... More
Who might be a good fit for Alexius?
Individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, or family conflict may find support through the approach used by Alexius Carter. She integrates techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help clients build on their strengths and manage life transitions with resilience. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
ERMELINDA GARZA
Welcome Hello, I’m Ermelinda Garza I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 10+ years of experience in providing t... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Welcome Hello, I’m Ermelinda Garza I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 10+ years of experience in providing therapy to adults, adolescents, and individual... More
Who might be a good fit for Ermelinda?
People seeking clarity around life transitions or support navigating feelings of anxiety and grief may find Ermelinda Garza’s approach fitting. She offers a compassionate, culturally sensitive space where mindfulness and practical coping skills are integrated to help clients regain balance and build resilience. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
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?
Blake Kerr may be well-suited to individuals who value Dialectical Behavior Therapy in managing complex emotional and interpersonal challenges. He integrates community-centered perspectives and practical coping strategies to support older adults facing issues such as mood disorders, trauma, and life transitions. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
LAUREN DEBSKI
Are you doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results? Have you tried countless times to change a your ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
PMHNP
Female
Are you doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results? Have you tried countless times to change a your behavior, such as quitting alcohol, opioids, ... More
Who might be a good fit for Lauren?
Lauren Debski may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for addiction, anger management, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or depression. Her unique integration of biological, psychological, and lifestyle elements in her approach could be especially beneficial for those who have recently left inpatient care and are seeking a comprehensive plan to manage their challenges. Her focus on aspects such as mindfulness and trauma-centered therapy can provide tailored support to clients of various age groups, from school age to young adults. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
CHRISTINE GOTTUNG
Hi there, I'm Christine. Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the world around you? Are you struggling to ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Hi there, I'm Christine. Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the world around you? Are you struggling to keep up with your responsibilities and relati... More
Who might be a good fit for Christine?
People seeking clarity around managing stress or support navigating life transitions related to burnout may find Christine Gottung’s approach fitting. She integrates mindfulness and an integrative, trauma-informed perspective to help high-achieving adults reconnect with their authentic selves and restore balance across emotional and physical well-being. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
ISAI SERRANO
My name is Isai (E-sai-EE), and I’m a Therapist based out of Southern California. I have experience working with all ages and ba... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Male
My name is Isai (E-sai-EE), and I’m a Therapist based out of Southern California. I have experience working with all ages and backgrounds. My training as a social worker foc... More
Who might be a good fit for Isai?
Isai Serrano may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety, anger, or family conflict. He offers a flexible, supportive approach that adapts to the unique needs of children, teens, and adults, integrating evidence-based methods like CBT and DBT while honoring cultural and developmental differences. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
CLAUDIA JOHNSON
Life can be overwhelming, especially for women trying to juggle everything and keep it all together. Maybe you're stuck in a cycle... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LPCC|CPC
Female
Life can be overwhelming, especially for women trying to juggle everything and keep it all together. Maybe you're stuck in a cycle of anxiety, battling negative thoughts, carr... More
Who might be a good fit for Claudia?
Claudia Johnson may be a good match for people navigating life transitions or family conflict who prefer a collaborative, skills-based approach. Her focus on exploring the complex layers of daily life through cognitive behavioral therapy can support individuals seeking deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
NICOLE SCHRANK
Compassionate, Intuitive, Holistic Psychotherapist who has created and led therapeutic programs for emotional and mental well-bein... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
Compassionate, Intuitive, Holistic Psychotherapist who has created and led therapeutic programs for emotional and mental well-being in addiction treatment centers utilizing In... More
Who might be a good fit for Nicole?
Those managing concerns related to trauma and PTSD may appreciate the methods Nicole Schrank incorporates into her practice. Her approach blends traditional psychotherapy with holistic and spiritual healing techniques, supporting individuals in regulating their nervous system and processing deep emotional pain. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
BRENDA DE MONGE
Hello! I’m Brenda De Monge, a passionate Marriage and Family Therapist with over 21 years of experience in community mental heal... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! I’m Brenda De Monge, a passionate Marriage and Family Therapist with over 21 years of experience in community mental health. Helping and supporting youth, parents, &... More
Who might be a good fit for Brenda?
Those managing concerns related to trauma, anxiety, or depression may appreciate the methods Brenda De Monge incorporates into her practice. Her approach blends trauma-focused therapies like EMDR and CBT with a strong emphasis on safety and culturally sensitive support for clients of all ages, including youth and older adults. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
ALLYSON COATS
I’m a licensed therapist who takes a grounded, relational, and practical approach to the work. I believe therapy should feel sup... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LPCC
Female
I’m a licensed therapist who takes a grounded, relational, and practical approach to the work. I believe therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and tailored to what ... More
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
LORI VASQUEZ
Hi, I’m Lori, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in California. I have more than a dec... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for San Diego, California
PMHNP
Female
Hi, I’m Lori, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in California. I have more than a decade of nursing experience and specialize in h... More
Who might be a good fit for Lori?
Lori Vasquez may support individuals who want to explore mood and anxiety challenges through a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-informed lens. Her collaborative approach combines talk therapy with medication management, aiming to tailor care that empowers clients across adulthood to work toward their mental health goals. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
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
Who might be a good fit for Ephraim?
Ephraim Tokar may align well with adults who are working through issues such as ADHD, anxiety, or career transitions. With his background in child psychology and expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, he might offer valuable insights to individuals managing family conflict or seeking help for school-aged children's issues. His ability to provide services in both English and Russian may also make him a fitting option for multilingual clients. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
San Diego, CA
DIANE FOSTER
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience and training with individuals, couples and families who want ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for San Diego, California
LCSW
Female
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience and training with individuals, couples and families who want to take charge of their lives. Together we ca... More
Who might be a good fit for Diane?
Diane Foster may be a good match for people navigating anxiety, depression, or family conflict who prefer a strength-based and solution-focused framework. Her empathetic, common-sense approach centers on individualized needs, helping clients build and strengthen coping and communication skills to foster greater harmony in their relationships and daily life. View Profile
Somatic Symptom Disorder
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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