Online Therapy

Online Therapy in California

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Online Therapy in California Where and When You Need It

Since Covid shutdowns and restrictions in March 2020, online and virtual therapy have taken off. People like the comfort, convenience, and safety of doing therapy from wherever they are. I want to make it easy for you to get the best therapy in California. I am a clinical psychologist and Marriage and Family Therapist in San Diego. I offer online and virtual individual, couples, marriage, and family therapy in the San Diego Area and California. 

Online, virtual, and phone sessions are available for different issues including: 


  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Life Transitions
  • Loss
  • Work Stress 
  • Performance Issues

I also offer different types of virtual therapy including: 


  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Couples Therapy
  • Marriage Therapy
  • Family Therapy


We can also work on stress and emotions resulting from life transitions and events that are blocking your happiness. 

What is Online Therapy?

Online therapy and counseling sessions happen online or by phone instead of face-to-face. Virtual video sessions usually happen on an online therapy platform designed to protect your privacy and information. 


Most of the time, therapists use the same strategies and treatment methods in online counseling as they would during face-to-face sessions.  Therapy services are still tailored to what you need.  This way you get the benefits of therapy regardless of where you are. 

Does Online Counseling Really Work?

Even before the pandemic, there were decades of research showing that teletherapy and online counseling were successful. Many groups received effective virtual mental health care for many conditions including:


  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Panic Disorder
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • OCD
  • PTSD
  • Family Conflict

What Are the Benefits of Online Therapy?

During Covid and the need for social distancing, online sessions made it possible for kids, teens, adults, and families to get help and support. 

In general, one of the main benefits of online counseling and phone therapy is making it possible for people to get the help they need. Other benefits of online counseling include:


  • Health and safety.
  • Privacy and discretion. 
  • The convenience of scheduling appointments.
  • Easier access to providers for people who are limited by disability or illness. 
  • Access to therapists for those who live far away from mental health services.
  • The ability to work with a therapist who specializes in the issue they are dealing with. 
  • Some people feel more comfortable talking about difficult feelings online than in person.


When is Virtual Therapy Not a Good Fit?

Not every person, couple, or family is a good fit for online counseling. A trained therapist will assess your needs and situation. They will be able to tell you whether online therapy can help you or face-to-face counseling is needed considering your case. 

Virtual therapy is generally a poor fit for anyone who: 


  • Has limited privacy.
  • Has poor or no internet access. 
  • Is in crisis or experiencing an emergency. 
  • Has intellectual disabilities. 
  • Is struggling with trauma or other issues that make face-to-face sessions essential. 
  • Is dealing with mental health challenges that require more support. 


Ready to get the help you want and the life you deserve?

You can get personalized, research-based online therapy with a licensed, experienced psychologist no matter where you live in California. Don’t let time, schedules, or geography get in the way. 


Contact me now so we can get started right away. 

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