What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Dr Pemberton has been my therapist for over ten years now. She has consistently balanced compassion and empathy with calling me on my negative biases and patterns. She often empowers me with tools and resources to access on my own, and reminds me of the positive steps I‚Äôve taken when I tend to forget or minimize them. I‚Äôve greatly appreciated her support in both large emotional events, and the more minor ups and downs of day-to-day life, which is why I followed her in her transition to Rula.”
Less than 1 month ago
“Christine is very intuitive. She listens and here‚Äôs what I have to say. She‚Äôs also very insightful.”
Less than 1 month ago
About Christine Pemberton
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Therapy
Couples Therapy
Psychotherapy
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Compassion Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Christine Pemberton
Hi there, I'm Christine!
My name is Christine Pemberton and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in San Diego, California I am working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults ranging in age from 20 years old into their 90s and specialize in anxiety/panic/stress, depression, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Mindfulness-based Therapy Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
My approach
My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, compassion-focused therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, as I find that these modalities work well together to help clients attain insight and awareness into their minds, body, and emotions. This helps me to understand the origins of their concerns and the thoughts contributing to the emotions and behaviors that may be driving their distress and symptoms. Then work on helping clients learn how to attend to their own needs with love, acceptance, and self-compassion.
My focus
My client focus is adults, specifically as it relates to difficulties coping with life transitions, developmental life stages, and phase of life issues regarding relationships, occupation, academic, financial, losses, and family, and often takes the form of anxiety, depression, and stress, and sometimes physical illness. I work to help my clients navigate these transition periods and build coping skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and to process and manage these difficult life events.
My communication style
My communication style is warm, non-judgmental, assertive, gentle, direct, honest, open, authentic, compassionate and clear. I want to cultivate an environment of safety and trust where my clients can feel comfortable talking with me about whatever is important to them.
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Popular visit reasons
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Peer Relationship Struggles
Postpartum Depression
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Peer Relationship Struggles
Postpartum Depression
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- New York University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1083716120
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
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Christine understands my struggles as a senior with kids and is very helpful redirecting my thoughts when i run into trouble
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Christine is always kind, professional, and knowledgeable and she gives me a compassionate push when I need it.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Christine is very intuitive. She listens and here’s what I have to say. She’s also very insightful.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Dr Pemberton has been my therapist for over ten years now. She has consistently balanced compassion and empathy with calling me on my negative biases and patterns. She often empowers me with tools and resources to access on my own, and reminds me of the positive steps I’ve taken when I tend to forget or minimize them. I’ve greatly appreciated her support in both large emotional events, and the more minor ups and downs of day-to-day life, which is why I followed her in her transition to Rula.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I was a patient of Christine's at Kaiser. I chose to stay with her through RULA. She is a good listener and provides valuable advice, tips and suggestions to me.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I've seen Christine for some time. As a person with a complex trauma history, life events can be triggering and emotionally challenging to navigate at times. Christine is an active listener and deeply compassionate person. She provides helpful advice and support in difficult circumstances. I'm blessed by her help.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Christine Pemberton work with?
Christine Pemberton works with Rula Health - L.A. West.
What are common reasons for patients to see Christine Pemberton?
Christine Pemberton frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Christine Pemberton on their profile.
What languages does Christine Pemberton speak?
Christine Pemberton speaks English.