Find a Therapist in Oceanside, CA

I hold a safe nonjudgmental space where you can explore, learn new tools, and challenge beliefs that aren't working anymore.

Do you struggle with anxiety, worry, or depression but don't know where to start making changes? My practice is focused on balancing a compassionate relationship with the best evidence-based techniques to help you build tools for lasting change. I am a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience and expertise in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, and depression. I am one of only 10 psychologists in LA who is board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in behavioral and cognitive psychology. My focus is on understanding your unique story and tailoring sessions to meet your individual needs. My practice helps people recover from difficult periods in their lives, such as a traumatic event or loss, life transition, or intense feelings of anxiety and depression. You can expect a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your concerns. I provide specialized treatments such as cognitive processing therapy (CPT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for insomnia, and exposure therapy for obsessive compulsion (OCD) or anxiety. My goal is that clients learn specific coping tools within a framework of self-compassion and appreciation for their inner emotional wisdom. I also help with life transitions, work stress, and relationship difficulties. If you are ready to take the first step towards wellness please give me a call for a free 15-minute telephone intake appointment. I offer evening, weekend, and telehealth sessions for convenience. I look forward to connecting with you and exploring how therapy can help you! Please visit our website for more information.

Everyone can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives. Whether your goals involve navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, life transitions, or confronting your past, you've taken a positive and courageous step toward finding support. I bring an easy-going, nonjudgmental, and caring approach to sessions. Clients tend to see me as genuine and easy to talk to, creating a space where they feel comfortable opening up. I am deeply passionate about my work and excited to help clients learn more about themselves and ultimately reach their personal goals. I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, and challenging life transitions. I utilize powerful modalities like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) to help you process painful memories, alongside cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to build essential coping skills and gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships. You do not have to navigate life's highs and lows alone. If you are ready to find clarity, growth, and a new perspective, I invite you to reach out to schedule a consultation.

Hi! I'm Dr. Natalie Dungey, a therapist in California. I approach therapy from a humanistic, existential, systems-oriented, and psychodynamic lens. That means I look at the full picture: what happened in your past, what's happening in your present, and what you're worried about for your future. What does life mean to you? How have you been living your life? How do you make meaning out of your experiences, and how do you give your life meaning going forward? Most of my clients look like they're doing amazing on the outside. Maybe they've set the standard that no one needs to check on them because they've always got it under control, until it gets to a point where they're literally drowning. Don't wait until you're drowning to reach for a lifeline. Start building the skills now to accept that it's okay to take breaks, it's okay to take care of yourself, and it's okay to ask for help.

Seeking help is a courageous yet highly practical decision. I commend anyone who is serious about seeking understanding, clarity, healing, change and growth. Finding the right therapist is a highly individual choice. I am grateful you took the time to review my profile. In my experience, there are many reasons why people decide to begin therapy, counseling or coaching. It may be to address fairly common problems like anxiety or depression. Other times I find it's about learning more effective means of managing emotions brought on by stressful experiences or life transitions. Or the reason may be about improving dysfunctional, conflicted marriage, family or workplace relationships. Still, others seek me out as a guide for self-exploration, general growth and dealing with the 'givens' in life. Regardless of your reason for seeking a therapeutic relationship, working with me can provide the insight, support and strategic focus you need to meet - and overcome - many of life's challenges. I combine my past experience as a results-oriented business executive with my education and training as a compassionate, caring, wise therapist to help my clients get to the root of their problems, deal more effectively with today's challenges and move towards the full life and future they envision. I believe that each of has the capacity to grow and change and that we are not powerless to change the path of our lives. If you or someone you know is looking for a trustworthy, discerning therapist who can blend clinical excellence with extensive life experience in family, community, academic and business settings, please give me a call. It would be my pleasure to learn more about your situation and explain how I can be of help.

Hi, I’m Kari, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Registered Dietitian. I support individuals experiencing anxiety and depression, struggling with an eating disorder, caught in addiction, or navigating a life transition. I have specialized training in the treatment of eating disorders and common co-occurring disorders such as OCD, ADHD, Borderline Personality Disorder, and substance use. I also support people who want to improve their lives by setting healthier boundaries, building confidence, and living more aligned to their values. I help couples who want to feel more connected with their partner and improve communication to resolve conflict in a caring and effective way. I have completed Level 1 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, training in the Gottman Approach for the Treatment of Affairs and Trauma, and use Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my work.

You have the power to change your life. We all have moments when we struggle with periods of difficult transitions, relationship conflict and loss. At times we become overwhelmed with feelings of sadness, worry and confusion, not knowing where to turn for answers. We get disconnected from our authentic self and lose touch with our life's meaning and purpose. I believe we all have an inner wisdom that we sometimes lose track of. Together we can work to identify obstacles and formulate strategies to help you unlock your full potential, pursue your goals, and make the changes you are seeking. I will help you sort through your thoughts and feelings so you can rediscover your power and reclaim your life. My practice is dedicated to listening carefully to my clients' concerns and offering insight with compassion and understanding. I provide a warm, empathetic and non-judgmental space I am not the kind of therapist that sits passively and nods. I listen intently to what you have to say and help you make sense of what life has thrown at you. I am active, honest and real. My clients can count on me for an authentic relationship. My goal is to provide you with the experience of working through your challenges with the support, understanding, and perspective of another person who has your best interest at heart as you find your own answers.

Hi, my name is Allison. I've been a therapist for thirty years, working with individuals and teens who have experienced trauma. I specialize in attachment, complex developmental trauma, and relationship challenges. I work with individuals who have been exposed to early or chronic trauma, violence, neglect, abandonment, and attachment disruptions. These experiences can create challenging or disabling behavioral patterns affecting the body, heart, and mind. Complex trauma related to grief, loss, neglect, abuse, and abandonment can make individuals or parents feel overwhelmed, easily triggered, and chronically anxious or depressed. Learning effective strategies to create a healing path for your life and journey is always possible. We cannot shame ourselves into change! Seeking help is one of the bravest things we can do for ourselves. Breaking the pattern of intergenerational trauma allows us to become who we were truly meant to be ... our most authentic self.

I have been providing psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, children and families for over 17 years. I can help you find relief. My private practice offers a safe and open atmosphere free of judgement and grounded in authenticity. Here you can experience heightened self-acceptance, emotional understanding and tolerance, greater mind-body health, a new sense of empowerment, significant personal growth, and ultimately freedom.

I use a relational and eclectic approach to therapy. My style is engaging and collaborative so that you feel fully supported in your process. I will provide insights and interpretations to best assist you in growing and moving forward. I want all may clients to feel that they have real takeaways from our sessions. I work with clients trying to better understand themselves, patterns, and relationships. I specialize in supporting those struggling with: anxiety, depression, substance use and drinking, family, trauma, relational challenges, relationship issues, stages of life and uncertainty with the future, while giving direct feedback and encouragement. Relationally, I help individuals and couples build emotional resiliency and better awareness into their thoughts and feelings. I also help clients set healthy boundaries, advocate for their own needs, and learn effective communication skills. Common themes I see in my client work is a struggle with self-judgment, self-criticism, self-worth, self-compassion, fear and shame. I work with clients to create more awareness around their internal processes and shift perspective & their narrative so they begin to see themselves, others, and the world differently. This process lends to growth, healing and change.