What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
“Teri brought insight and experience to our situation that helped us move forward in a well-paced, positive direction. She was direct, genuine, and innovative when applying herself to our needs. We are grateful to have a provider we trust.”
Less than 1 month ago
“Teri is a wonderful therapist. She is compassionate, supportive, and understanding. I truly enjoy working with her and appreciate the care and guidance she provides.”
Less than 1 month ago
About Teri Acosta
Focus areas
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Stress
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Relationship Struggles
Stress Management
Domestic Violence
Sexual Abuse Counseling
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
AEDP
Dialectical (DBT)
Attachment-based
Emotionally Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Experiential Therapy
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
ChristianEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Teri Acosta
I am a Licensed Marriage, and Family Therapist with a master’s degree in Professional Clinical Counseling.
My therapeutic style is personal, compassionate, whole person-minded, open, at times humorous, and most importantly, effective. I’ve found that many people seeking therapy feel like there’s an invisible wall between the life they have and the life they want. Attempts to move forward personally, emotionally, relationally, and/or vocational seem to hit the wall. Attempts to build healthy relationships, reduce depression, or put anxiety symptoms hit the same wall- and attempting to improve patterns of communication, or efforts to repair, improve, or leave troubled relationships may feel impossible.
My specialties include: Family, couples, and relationship counseling. Helping individuals break free from what holds them down. Helping individuals find freedom to be their best selves. Abuse recovery –Emotional, Spiritual, financial, sexual, psychological, and physical. Individual adult and childhood trauma therapy. Moving from mediocrity to living to full potential. Adjustment issues / Getting unstuck and moving forward.
Straightforward and compassionate, bold and gentle, empathetic and challenging. I see my clients as fellow sojourners on the path to amazing.
Prior to becoming a therapist, I worked as a Personal trainer and Nutritional Consultant for a bit more than a few decades. For years, I witnessed the interaction between a person’s physical self, their emotions, thought processes, self-perception, and even their relationships. Simplistically stated, it’s as if our separate parts talk amongst themselves. Hurt and pain affect the mind, body, emotions, soul, and spirit. Deep healing needs to do the same.
What thrills me about ‘doing therapy’ is the healing journey.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Touro University Worldwide, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
NPI number
1528786993
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Teri is very personable. She intentionally builds a relationship of trust with her clients.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Teri brought insight and experience to our situation that helped us move forward in a well-paced, positive direction. She was direct, genuine, and innovative when applying herself to our needs. We are grateful to have a provider we trust.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Originally, I was going to have marriage therapy with Teri. Our first visit was with my soon to be ex-husband and myself. This visit did not go well. Not because of Terri, but because of my seem to be ex-husband. Teri was so super helpful with me and I then changed to individual therapy and have been with her ever since. I meet with her weekly and she has truly helped me through this process and I am forever grateful for our weekly visits.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Teri is a wonderful therapist. She is compassionate, supportive, and understanding. I truly enjoy working with her and appreciate the care and guidance she provides.
Less than 1 month agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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What practice does Teri Acosta work with?
Teri Acosta works with Rula Health - San Diego.
What are common reasons for patients to see Teri Acosta?
Teri Acosta frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Teri Acosta on their profile.
What languages does Teri Acosta speak?
Teri Acosta speaks English.