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Victoria Belmonte, LMFT

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

5.00

·1 review

I only saw Victoria once so far but she seems like a good fit and will address my issues professionally and with compassion. - Jul 30, 2026 by Marcia P.Click to read more

Oceanside, CA

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 23 more

Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·

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Victoria Belmonte helps patients across California find steadiness, clarity, and more fulfilling connections in their daily lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist at LifeStance Health, she supports adolescents, adults, seniors, couples, and families through challenges such as anxiety, depression,...Click to read more

Next available: Fri, Aug 14

Dr. Elizabeth Poulsen Wiegand, PhD, BS

Psychologist (Virtual)

Oceanside, CA

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 18 more

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Elizabeth Poulsen Wiegand, PhD, is dedicated to helping individuals navigate lifes challenges with compassionate and evidence-based care. Serving adults and teens across California, she provides a supportive and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their experiences, develop coping strategies,...Click to read more

Next available: Mon, Aug 17

Diane Carota, LMFT

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

4.87

·30 reviews

Polite engaging,provides hope, kind, listens - Sep 26, 2020 by Christina S.Click to read more

Oceanside, CA

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 21 more

Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·

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*Note that prior to the first session with the provider, LifeStance will require a credit card on file. *LifeStance providers do not accept Medicare or Medicaid insurance. If booking with these, you will be unable to be seen. *This provider only treats residents residing in the state of California...Click to read more

Next available: Tue, Aug 18

Cassidy Mangio-Gonzales, LMFT

Psychotherapist

7 mi · 2177 Salk Ave, Ste 175, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 27 more

Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients ·

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Hi there, I'm Cassidy! My primary goal is to support my clients in returning to their previous level of functioning and beyond, empowering them to rediscover their strengths and resilience. I understand that life’s challenges—whether stemming from personal struggles, relationships, or external stre...Click to read more

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Julia Smith, AMFT

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

San Marcos, CA

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 3 more

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The provider is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and is currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Their current employer is Shannon Nosenzo-Goodman. I work with children, teens and young adults navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, identity development, r...Click to read more

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Natalie Campbell, MSW, LCSW

Psychotherapist

5.00

·12 reviews

I was privileged to be able to meet with Natalie weekly for therapy for a year at a non-profit agency before she opened Perspectives for Thought. I loved meeting with her as she made me laugh and helped me greatly with my anxiety and insomnia. I have had other therapists before, and she made me fe...Click to read more

9 mi · 2210 E Vista Way, Ste 1, Vista, CA 92084

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield + 2 more

Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·

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Do you feel overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, to the point where it’s affecting your work, relationships, or daily life? Do you find yourself people-pleasing, seeking validation in ways that leave you feeling unfulfilled, or struggling to advocate for your own needs? You may feel stuck in patter...Click to read more

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Christina Payton, LMFT

Psychotherapist

7.5 mi · 380 S Melrose Dr, Ste 402, Vista, CA 92081

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 28 more

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Hi there, I'm Christina! I offer counseling to individuals, assisting in navigating difficult life events, relationship changes, mood-related disorders, and postpartum anxiety or depression. My background includes working with a diverse population who present with wide-ranging diagnoses and clinica...Click to read more

Next available: Mon, Aug 17

Katherine Tromello, LMFT

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

5.00

·2 reviews

Encinitas, CA

Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·

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Katherine works with clients from a holistic approach, taking into account all aspects of their lives-social, relational, emotional, mental, physical, cultural, and environmental-that may impact overall wellness. Mindfulness work, attachment-based strategies, cognitive behavioral techniques, and reg...Click to read more

Next available: Mon, Aug 10

Cristina Chance, AMFT, APCC

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

Encinitas, CA

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more

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The provider is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor and Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and is currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Their current employer is Healing Hearts Counseling. Let’s be honest—life is weird, people are complicated, and sometim...Click to read more

Next available: tomorrow

Dr. Sean Harris, PsyD

Psychotherapist

5.00

·1 review

13 mi · 120 Birmingham Dr, Encinitas, CA 92007

Accepts Aetna

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Welcome to DBT Pathways! I’m Dr. Sean Harris, and I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for children, teens, transitional age youth (TAY), and families. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can build resilience, manage distress, and improve emotional well-bei...Click to read more

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Paul Kramer, LMFT

Psychotherapist

5.00

·6 reviews

Dr. Kramer has truly made a difference in my life. He listens without judgement and and makes me feel genuinely understood. Since I started seeing him, I feel less anxious and more ready to handle everyday challenges. His guidance has helped me find tools to manage stress and feel more confident in ...Click to read more

10.5 mi · 2529 Navarra Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Medicare + 4 more

Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·

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At some point we all struggle to adjustment to life's changes; it's normal to feel stuck and I believe people have what it takes to adjust. For the past 20 years, I have been working with children and teens who are struggling to balance the demands of school and their social life. I integrate parent...Click to read more

Next available: Mon, Aug 17

Marcella Santamaria, LCSW

Psychotherapist

13.5 mi · 300 Rancheros Dr, Ste 130, San Marcos, CA 92069

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Medicare + 15 more

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Marcella Santamaria, LCSW, helps teens, adults, and seniors across California navigate lifes emotional and relational challenges with warmth, cultural sensitivity, and clinical expertise. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she offers individual, couples, and family therapy, supporting clients through ...Click to read more

Next available: tomorrow

Samuel Brumit, LMFT

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

5.00

·4 reviews

San Marcos, CA

Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare

Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·

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Dr. Sam Brumit is a life coach, counselor, and consultant with a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Alliant International University and a PsyD in Psychology from California Coast University. He has lived in Virginia, Tennessee, New York, Pennsylvania, and California. Sam married up when ...Click to read more

Next available: Mon, Aug 10

Jennifer Little, LPCC

Psychotherapist

5.00

·3 reviews

Available and super flexible with meeting times. Good at listening and giving actionable advice on handling anxiety. Friendly and easy to talk to. - Feb 22, 2025 by Evelyn B.Click to read more

12 mi · 317 N El Camino Real, 508, Encinitas, CA 92024

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more

Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·

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The best counselors in San Diego are those that have gone through trials and tribulations- then to survive, overcome, and teach others how to do the same. I grew up as a caretaker for my single mother who suffered from mental health issues. She committed suicide when I was only fifteen after struggl...Click to read more

Next available: Tue, Aug 11

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

Encinitas, CA

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more

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The provider is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and is currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Their current employer is Healing Hearts Counseling. Whether you’re facing life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, or other challenges, I offer a supportive a...Click to read more

Next available: Thu, Aug 13

Gina Mendez, LCSW

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

Encinitas, CA

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 22 more

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Gina Mendez helps children, teens, adults, and seniors build stability, insight, and resilience when mental health challenges disrupt daily life. She provides compassionate, clinically grounded therapy to individuals and families across California, supporting clients as they navigate complex emotion...Click to read more

Next available: Thu, Aug 13

Jennie Buss-Gregory, LCSW

Psychotherapist

12.5 mi · 351 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 19 more

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Jennie M Buss, LCSW, supports individuals and families in California through life’s complex emotional challenges with warmth, expertise, and genuine compassion. Jennie specializes in working with adults navigating mental health challenges such as trauma, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Jennie works c...Click to read more

Next available: Thu, Aug 13

Jennifer Koch, LCSW

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

4.96

·27 reviews

The counselor, Jennifer, was caring and a great listener. She made me feel at ease and I was able to relate concerns easily. - Jan 13, 2026Click to read more

San Marcos, CA

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 20 more

Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time · Expertise in depression + 1 more ·

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Next available: Mon, Aug 10

13.5 mi · 300 Rancheros Dr, Ste 130, San Marcos, CA 92069

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 20 more

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Alexandria Smith, LCSW offers compassionate and expert care to individuals across California. With her extensive experience in individual and couples therapy, she is committed to helping patients navigate their mental health journeys. Alexandria serves a wide range of age groups, including children,...Click to read more

Next available: Wed, Aug 12

4.85

·13 reviews

. - Aug 15, 2024 by Priscilla B.Click to read more

Solana Beach, CA

Accepts UnitedHealthcare + 9 more

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I’m a licensed therapist with over a decade of clinical experience, helping individuals and families navigate complex and often painful life circumstances. I am licensed in both California and Tennessee and have spent much of my career supporting individuals and families through trauma, crisis, and ...Click to read more

Next available: Mon, Aug 10

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

3.50

·2 reviews

San Diego, CA

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 46 more

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Hi there, I'm Alex! I'm Dr. Alex, a Marriage and Family Therapist with a PsyD in Psychology from Ryokan College. With a background as a former athlete and a specialist in financial therapy, I offer a broad range of services—from traditional therapy and sports psychology to strategies addressing th...Click to read more

Next available: tomorrow

Bahman Ghahremani, LCSW

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

San Diego, CA

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 46 more

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Hi there, I'm Bahman! Hello, I am Bahman Ghahremani, LCSW. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from California State University, Northridge. I have experience treating early and complex traumas across the lifespan, including physical and sexual abuse. I also have experience treating psychosis and obs...Click to read more

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Norma Munoz-Sedano, LMFT

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

San Diego, CA

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 22 more

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I am a Latina LMFT. Working in the field of psychotherapy is my life mission. I have an Eclectic Approach that allows me to focus on my client’s needs throughout every session. My approach My sessions are founded on evidence-based practice tools such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Beh...Click to read more

Next available: tomorrow

Tiffany Diane Tarasoff, LCSW

Psychotherapist (Virtual)

San Diego, CA

Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 27 more

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Hi there, I'm Tiffany Diane! Taking the first step toward therapy can be overwhelming, and I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to prioritize self-care. Sharing your thoughts and concerns with a trusted professional is a pivotal move toward relief and clarity. It would be my privilege to supp...Click to read more

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