Dr. Kelly Correa, PhD, San Diego, CA | Psychologist

About Dr. Kelly Correa

Focus areas

Anxiety

Insomnia

Psychological Trauma

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Sleep Disorder

Depression

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Kelly Correa

Kelly Correa helps adults across California navigate lifeâs challenges with clarity, compassion, and evidencebased care. She supports individuals facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, and offers empowering strategies that help patients build resilience and regain a sense of control. Kelly provides individual therapy for adults of all ages, including young adults, adults in midlife, and seniors, ensuring that care is responsive to each stage of life. Kelly is particularly passionate about helping patients manage ADHD, insomnia and other sleeprelated concerns, and the emotional impact of ongoing medical conditions. She uses practical, researchsupported tools to help individuals strengthen focus, improve sleep, and develop coping strategies that enhance both mental and physical wellbeing. Her approach integrates proven techniques that guide patients in creating meaningful, sustainable change. In her broader work at LifeStance Health, Kelly specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and PTSDtrauma, and has extensive experience supporting LGBTQ adults, women, and military veterans. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and offers additional evidencebased interventions tailored to each patientâs needs. Kelly began practicing in 2016 and believes that therapy should be a collaborative, validating experience where patients feel supported while also challenged to grow. She focuses on helping individuals understand unhelpful patterns, build emotional flexibility, and reconnect with their values. Outside of work, Kelly enjoys spending time with family and friends, discovering new shows and music, exploring local spots around San Diego, and staying grounded through strength training and mindful movement.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Women's Mental Health Issues

Young Adult Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Office location

Dr. Kelly Correa, PhD also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2

6386 Alvarado Court, Ste 210, San Diego, CA 92120

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2

Education and training

University of Illinois Chicago, Doctor of Philosophy
University of Washington School of Medicine, Internship in Psychology
University of Illinois at Chicago (Master's)
University of San Diego (Bachelor's)
University of California San Diego (Post-Doctoral Fellowship)

Professional memberships

American Psychological Association
California Psychological Association

NPI number

1427948157

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Kelly Correa?

Generally, Dr. Kelly Correa has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Correa's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Kelly Correa accepting new patients?

Dr. Kelly Correa generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Correa's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Kelly Correa accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Kelly Correa online?

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What practice does Dr. Kelly Correa work with?

Dr. Kelly Correa works with LifeStance Health - Southern California- 2.

Where is Dr. Kelly Correa's office located?

Dr. Kelly Correa has 2 office locations in San Diego, view full addresses on Dr. Correa's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kelly Correa?

Dr. Kelly Correa frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kelly Correa on their profile.