Mary Obata, Psychotherapist in San Diego, 92116

Mary L. Obata, M.A., MFT

Profession(s):
Psychotherapy, Marriage & Family Therapy, Counseling
License Status:
I'm a licensed professional.
Primary License:
MFC - 44277

My Approach to Helping

I believe the connection between therapist and client -- person to person -- is the most important element in the therapeutic relationship. What I bring to the relationship is warmth, caring, and a gentle and compassionate presence. I have a deep faith in your ability to transform your life, empowering you to discover what works and change what doesn't, helping you find your own truth and path. My approach is gentle, yet potent. Using EMDR (www.emdr.com) and EFT (www.emofree.com) as highly effective tools, I help you to release negative patterns and beliefs and build upon positive resources and strengths.

We work together to enhance your skills and coping in the following areas: * Self-esteem, empowerment, personal and spiritual growth * Relationships, communication, intimacy * Depression, anxiety, anger, grief, loss, stress * Trauma, abuse, PTSD * Life transitions - marriage, divorce, career, birth, relocation * Pregnancy/infertility issues, postpartum adjustment * Women's issues, multiracial/multicultural issues

I have over fifteen years of experience counseling clients from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of issues. I provide individual and couples therapy, and have extensive training as an EMDR therapist. I also have special expertise in treating postpartum depression and related disorders, and I facilitate a Mothers Supporting Mothers Group.

More Info About My Practice

Please call for a free initial phone consultation. I have day and evening appointments available. I take the following insurance: Aetna, Blue Shield, Tricare, and I offer a sliding scale and accept credit card payments through paypal. I look forward to speaking with you to see how I can be of help!