Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in San Diego
Positive Change Counseling Center has been dedicated to providing compassionate mental health services since its establishment. Our team of licensed professionals specializes in individual, couples, and family therapy using evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's unique needs. We maintain a non-judgmental environment where clients can explore personal challenges and develop practical coping strategies. Our clinicians hold advanced degrees and specialized training in modalities like CBT, EMDR, and trauma-informed care. We serve diverse populations including LGBTQ+ communities, military families, and individuals with developmental differences.With multiple California locations and telehealth options, we ensure accessible care while maintaining strict confidentiality standards. Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures clients receive the most current therapeutic techniques. We work closely with clients to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues through personalized treatment plans. Our inclusive approach values cultural sensitivity and recognizes the importance of client autonomy in the therapeutic process. We maintain transparent communication about treatment options and insurance coverage to support clients throughout their mental health journey.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Trauma Treatment
EMDR Therapy
Anxiety Management
Depression Treatment
Telehealth Sessions
LGBTQ+ Affirming Care
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized therapy for anxiety, depression, and trauma using evidence-based approaches
- Our clinicians maintain advanced training in modalities like EMDR and Gottman therapy
- We provide both in-person and telehealth sessions across California
- Our team includes bilingual therapists and LGBTQ+ affirming specialists
- We maintain strict confidentiality while offering transparent insurance guidance
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide personalized mental health treatment for adults, adolescents, and children. Therapists use evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Each session focuses on developing practical coping strategies while maintaining a supportive therapeutic relationship.
Couples Counseling
Gottman-certified therapists help couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen relationships. Sessions focus on building emotional connection and addressing specific challenges like infidelity or parenting disagreements using structured therapeutic techniques.
Trauma Treatment
Specialized trauma therapy employs EMDR and prolonged exposure techniques to help clients process traumatic experiences. Our trauma-informed approach addresses PTSD symptoms and helps clients develop grounding techniques for managing distressing memories.
Telehealth Therapy
Secure video therapy sessions provide accessible mental health care for California residents. Telehealth options maintain the same therapeutic quality as in-person visits while offering flexibility for clients with scheduling or mobility challenges.
EMDR Therapy
Certified EMDR therapists help clients reprocess traumatic memories using bilateral stimulation techniques. This evidence-based approach effectively reduces PTSD symptoms and helps clients develop new coping strategies for managing trauma-related distress.
People
Riley Bastien
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Specializes in trauma-informed care for children, adolescents, and adults using integrative therapeutic approaches including CBT and DBT. Provides LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and works with neurodiverse populations.
S. Giovanna Carr
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Offers trauma-informed therapy for individuals and families dealing with chronic illness, anxiety, and relationship issues. Utilizes CBT and DBT techniques with a strength-based approach to client care.
Ianne Nahiely Castro
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Bilingual English/Spanish therapist specializing in client-centered care for children, adolescents, and adults. Uses play therapy and cultural humility approaches to address anxiety, depression, and family dynamics.
Victoria Sarmiento
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Bilingual therapist with 17 years of experience treating ADHD, anxiety, and perinatal mood disorders. Specializes in Gottman therapy and trauma-focused CBT for adults and couples.
Questions
What mental health specialties do you treat?
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and perinatal mood disorders using evidence-based therapies.
Do you offer telehealth options?
Yes, all clinicians offer telehealth sessions for California residents with some providers offering exclusively virtual care.
What therapy approaches do your clinicians use?
Our therapists utilize CBT, EMDR, Gottman therapy, DBT, and other evidence-based approaches tailored to individual client needs.
Are your therapists licensed?
All providers are state-licensed professionals with specialized training in mental health counseling and psychotherapy.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact our front desk at (619) 733-6414 or visit our website to request an appointment with available therapists.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with most major insurance plans and can help verify your mental health coverage benefits.
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