Gladys Medina, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Gladys Medina

Focus areas

Alcoholism

Anxiety

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Alzheimer's Disease

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Work-Related Counseling

Anger Management

Behavioral Therapy

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Teenagers (13-17)

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Families

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Play Therapy

Dialectical (DBT)

Expressive Arts

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Gladys Medina

Hi there, I'm Gladys! I'm a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who provides compassionate, culturally sensitive care in English and Spanish. I help adults, couples, and families navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. My focus I work with adults, couples, and families experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions. I especially support clients who want to heal from painful experiences, improve communication, strengthen relationships, and develop healthier coping skills in a culturally sensitive and bilingual way. My approach My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I create a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and supported. I use evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, mindfulness, and strength-based techniques. My communication style My communication style is warm, respectful, direct, and nonjudgmental. I listen carefully, ask thoughtful questions, and provide honest feedback while creating a safe space where clients feel heard and supported. My journey to mental healthcare I became a therapist because I have always felt deeply committed to helping people feel heard, supported, and empowered during difficult times. My experience working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds strengthened my passion for trauma recovery, emotional healing, and personal growth. My goals for you I help clients identify their strengths, understand unhelpful patterns, and develop practical coping and communication skills. Together, we create realistic goals, monitor progress, and adjust treatment to support meaningful and lasting change. Our first session During our first session, I will create a welcoming and nonjudgmental space where you can share your concerns at your own pace. We will discuss your history, current challenges, strengths,

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

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Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

Brandman University, Master's in Psychology
Chapman University, Master's in Psychology

NPI number

1033772660

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Gladys Medina work with?

Gladys Medina works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Gladys Medina?

Gladys Medina frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Gladys Medina on their profile.