Counseling in San Diego, CA. Find the Right Therapist.

Safe, effective, and caring. Affordable therapists near you in San Diego, California will help you make the changes you want.


Irene Saunders, LCSW, BCD

Irene Saunders, LCSW, BCD

Licensed Psychotherapist, Board Certified Diplomate

(UTC) 4225 Executive Square, Suite 600, La Jolla , California 92037 | 858 202-1624

"Most everything you value flows from the relationship you have with yourself." Experience all that transforms in your life when you begin living in a way that reflects compassion toward yourself, and a deeper connection with your emotions, dreams and truth.

John Kane, LMFT

John Kane, LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Available for Online Therapy

Life is hard and everyone has to deal with suffering and challenges. But you do not need to go through things alone. I provide a safe and understanding environment for you to grow and face any challenge you need or want to process or overcome! Accepting new clients!

Kimberly Koljat, LMFT, LIMFT-S, RPT-S, RDT

Kimberly Koljat, LMFT, LIMFT-S, RPT-S, RDT

Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor

Available for Online Therapy

LMFT who combines talk, creative arts, and play to address personal hurdles and unspoken pains with my clients. I offer mutually co-created opportunities for change through creative arts therapies because sometimes words aren't enough, no matter your age.

Jean Stapp, PhD

Jean Stapp, PhD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Menifee, California 92584 | 951-249-3576

Perhaps you have had an unstable, confusing childhood that you’re still coming to terms with. Maybe you are grappling with circumstances that are draining and out of your control. Your circumstances have affected you, but they do not have to dictate your future.

Regina Knox, PH.D

Regina Knox, PH.D

Marriage & Family Therapist

La Mesa, California 91942 | 888-595-8565

Do you often feel stuck and numb when dealing with everyday life situations? Do you find yourself feeling more stressed out and depressed for no apparent reason? Do you feel like you are not connected with others like you want to be? Let's Chat. I can help.

Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.

Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.

Coach/Change Agent/Consultant

San Diego, California 92101 | 1-877-606-6161

Grey Matters Intl & Dr. Kevin Fleming(cited expert for NY Times, CNN, Fortune, Sporting News)is all about bold thinking & neuroscience innovation in getting mood/behavior change when shrinking,feel good self-help, and pills aren't cutting it. Indiv/couples/family.

Cynthia Valentine, MA

Cynthia Valentine, MA

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

2816 Adams Ave., SAN DIEGO, California 92116 | 619-289-7644

IFS-Informed Therapy. Learn how parts of yourself can help you heal. Take real, compassionate steps toward a more meaningful life. Together, let's figure out how you can begin again, with compassion and purpose.

Aleksandra Drecun, Psy.D.

Aleksandra Drecun, Psy.D.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

12526 High Bluff Drive, Suite 300, San Diego, California 92130 | (858) 792-3541

Dr. Drecun is a licensed psychologist who has a profound passion in collaborating and assisting individuals in reaching their fullest potential.

Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW

Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW

Registered Psychotherapist

Available for Online Therapy

Finding one's way through the stormy days and nights sometimes requires a highly experienced guide. Self-limiting thoughts and feelings can be overcome. Joy and love can be realized by means of a skillful blending of Eastern and Western modalities.

Rika Tanaka, Ph.D.

Rika Tanaka, Ph.D.

Licensed Psychologist

Carlsbad, California 92008 | 619-554-0120

I am a doctoral-level therapist dedicated to providing evidence-based therapy tailored to your unique needs. Let's work together to help you courageously cope with life’s biggest stressors and confidently make changes to foster a sense of balance in your life.

Kimberly Greene Royce, LMFT

Kimberly Greene Royce, LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

9580 Oak Ave Parkway, Suite 7-210, Folsom, California 95630 | 916-757-2681

I work with clients struggling with their pasts/presents, spouses, relationships or family specific crisis. In our initial session we will establish a rapport and safely delve into the details at hand and create an appropriate system of care to best meet your needs.

Tami Chelew, MA, CSAT

Tami Chelew, MA, CSAT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT #79759

10065 Old Grove Rd Ste 102, San Diego, California 92131 | 858-254-6169

Do you feel distant & emotionally disconnected from your partner? Do you long to have a stronger connection? Are there hurts that seem to go unresolved? I help couples understand their negative patterns & learn to create a more secure, connected, & loving relationship.

Madeleine Foster, MA, AMFT, APCC

Madeleine Foster, MA, AMFT, APCC

Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Available for Online Therapy

I help couples and individuals break free from the cycles holding them back and unlock new possibilities. When life feels stuck—when anxiety, depression, disorders, or trauma get in the way—it’s easy to repeat the same patterns. But change is possible.



You Have Found The Best Therapists in San Diego, CA. Let's Get Started and Change Your Life.

Welcome to our California listing of values-centered therapists in San Diego CA. Counseling in California with Theravive aims to be real and effective, going deep to resolve issues, heal broken relationships, and give you the right tools to move forward in a healthy and free way. Contact forms are "open" 24/7 it's free and easy to reach out, so select a San Diego therapist above and start your new journey today.

San Diego is located in San Diego County, California. It has a land area of 325.19 square miles and a water area of 47.19 square miles.  The population of San Diego is 1.39 million people with 485,091 households and a median annual income of $66,116. .


Therapy Affordability Meter for San Diego, CA

Generally Affordable

Therapists in San Diego are often within budget with some potential challenges for longer term commitments. Your mental health and well being are a top priority. If accessibility is a concern, ask your counselor about sliding scale fees or inquire about accepted insurance plans. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local San Diego public health department.