Alton Carswell, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Alton Carswell

Focus areas

Anger Management

Coping Mechanism Development

Racism Issues

Anxiety

Cultural Diversity Issues

Transgender Care

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Depression

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Humanistic

Culturally Sensitive

Motivational Interviewing

Dialectical (DBT)

Multicultural

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Asian, Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Alton Carswell

Hello, this is Dr. Alton Carswell. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 16 years of experience working with singles, couples, military members, LGBTQ individuals, people of color, and undocumented immigrants from various countries. If you are looking for a therapist who will listen and acknowledge your unique perspective, you don’t have to look any further. I hold a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and a PhD in Media Psychology, both from Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara. I am also an alumnus of Antioch University in Los Angeles. My extensive work with diverse communities has shaped my approach and deepened my commitment to affirming and inclusive care. Some of the theoretical approaches I utilize include Affirmative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. My specialties are LGBTQIA affirmative studies, LGBTQIA mindfulness, and Media Psychology. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups across all ages—teens, adults, and elders (65+). I support clients who identify as bisexual, gay, lesbian, non-binary, queer, transgender, and those allied with HIV/AIDS and racial justice. I also work with clients from bi-racial, African-American, Asian-American, and other racial or ethnic backgrounds. My communication style is client-centered and affirming. I strive to create a safe space where individuals can practice discussing difficult topics, find their voice, and use it effectively in their situations and relationships. My journey to mental healthcare began with a desire to help others in my community. When I faced challenges in my own life, working with a therapist supported my self-development and progress, inspiring me to pursue this career. For action-oriented clients, I develop SMART goals that balance achievable outcomes with reasonable self-regard for barriers and negative thoughts.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Racism Issues

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

Fielding Graduate University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
Fielding Graduate University (PhD)

NPI number

1184942872

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Alton Carswell works with Rula Health - San Diego.

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