We've had a wonderful experience working with Jeanette. She has been seeing our 10-year-old son,…read morewhile also providing parent coaching sessions for me and my wife, and the impact has been incredibly positive for our entire family. One of Jeanette's greatest strengths is her ability to create a safe, supportive space, especially for kids around our son's age. She quickly earned his trust, which is no small feat, and he feels comfortable opening up to her in a way that has truly helped his growth. In addition to her work with our son, Jeanette's parent coaching has been invaluable. She has helped us better understand our child and given us thoughtful, practical guidance on how to approach specific situations. She combines open, insightful discussions with meaningful education, equipping us with tools and perspectives that we continue to use every day. We're very grateful for Jeanette's care, professionalism, and dedication, and would highly recommend her to other families.

I've been seeing Summer for a few months now and I wish I had started therapy sooner. She's been…read moregreat to work with and is challenging me to deal with things I've avoided for years. Definitely would recommend!

I met with Dr. Regina to deal with anxiety, depression, and stress in 2017-2018. Her approach to…read moretherapy is unique; books, meditation, and positivity. Regina drastically helped my confidence in attracting what I deserve in a relationship. Her office has a wonderful positive environment, and I always feel more upbeat after each visit. Dr. Huelsenbeck, impacted my life in a positive way. I would highly recommend her to others.

My life was a mess... I went to Dr.Regina and she set me…read morestraight I highly recommend her.

Katie & Good Therapy San Diego are the best!! Katie creates such a safe & comfortable space. She is…read moreso easy to speak with. Katie always has great advice and tools that help relieve my everyday anxiety. I would highly recommend Katie and Good Therapy to anyone seeking counseling!

This review is long overdue. I have such a deep gratitude for the work of John as he worked…read more(virtually) with my son during school closures. I reached out when I felt our son needed someone to talk to about his feelings as he was separated from friends and sports, and overwhelmed with online learning. John was absolutely the best! Since John works with kids, he had a program suited for the pre-teen age group and their emotional needs/communication that didn't feel "childish" to my 10 y/o. After about 2 weeks (1 session a week) , our family dynamic changed for the better. And the next time we saw family, they commented on my son's maturity and communication style being leaps beyond previous encounters. As parents we want to be able to provide everything our kids need, but leaning on a caring outsider like John to provide guidance felt like we invested in our child's well being for life.!

This review is specifically for Jeanette Shepherd of Good Therapy. We see Jeanette at the Sorrento…read moreValley location. She has been providing therapy for a family member for over a year. She primarily does individual sessions, but we sometimes we have family sessions when there is an issue that needs family communication and support. Jeanette is warm, kind and comforting and creates a safe and welcoming environment. She has helpful insights and (actionable) suggestions. It is hard finding a good therapist and it took us several before finding one that was both a good match/fit and helpful. My only dream wish is that Good Therapy accepted insurance.

My sessions have been so helpful and given me so much insight. Angie always makes me feel so…read morecomfortable, asks such insightful questions and provides amazing support. I always look forward to our sessions!

Dr. Nathan Simmons has been my therapist for over 9 years now. Not only has he always been…read moresupportive of me and my lifelong challenges with mental health, (most specifically Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) He's helped my husband, child and even extended himself to include communication with other family members as necessary to navigate issues. He's also taken the time to speak with other professionals who are supporting my healing in order to collaborate care plans to gain further insight into where I am in my journey. I look forward to attending my sessions because Dr. Simmons is so personable and easy to talk to. His attitude and general outlook on life are inspiring because he's always looking for the positive in every situation. He's simply very kind, humorous, easygoing and humble. He's always open to sharing any personal experiences he has had in an effort to display empathy and relate to different situations. I have worked with several psychologists in my life starting from 15 years old, and no one else was worth sticking with for too long. I consider myself incredibly fortunate to have found a therapist who I know cares about me, my marriage and our family. In my mind- we are peers and have developed a special friendship that is always professional, yet provides the heart, compassion and dedication lacking in the majority of Psychologists and the mental healthcare system today. I thank him so very much for everything and this review is the least I can do to show my appreciation and support of his practice. If he wasn't our therapist, he would easily be a friend to invite to our home for BBQs and watching football games on Sundays.

I highly recommend Nathan Simmons. He is a fantastic skilled teen and family Psychologist. He has…read morea very professional, nurturing and pragmatic approach with his patients. He was very helpful and helping my son and our family at recognizing anxiety and developing strategies to improve both communication and coping. He is very upbeat, likeable and connects well with children of all ages.

An interesting part of Dr. Gina Taffi's practice is that she is a Christian counselor, and she'll…read morework with a patient from that viewpoint if it is her client's wish. I found Dr. Gina easy-to-talk-to, patient and insightful. She has a quiet way of bringing clarity to emotional situations, and I always leave feeling better than when I arrived. She makes me feel supported and understood. She helps me see a clear path to solutions. As a sidenote, Dr. Gina doesn't seem invested in keeping me as a patient forever. She's happy to see me on my terms when I feel that I need to sort things out. No pressure. I like that.

I can't thank Dr. Taffi enough for her help. I sought her services after dealing with some issues…read morefollowing a horrific and traumatic head on collision. Dr. Taffi is sincere and professional but most importantly she heard and understood me with great insight. She has a discerning balance of empathy and guidance as she counsels that is calming and healing. With her extensive knowledge and experience she gave me tools that empowered me and helped me to fully heal.

We truly enjoyed our hypnobirthing course with Carol. My partner and I both feel confidence,…read moreclarity and ready for our home birth. My partner said he learned so much about birth. I am excited to give birth and I have that confidence thanks to this class. Thank you Carol!

I've attended many natural home births, but hypnobirthing is something else. I actually didn't know…read morethat... when I enrolled in Carol's hypnobirthing course, I thought it would be a refresh of techniques I already knew. Wrong! Hypnobirthing is a different birthing technique entirely. I feel so confident and prepared alter taking her 5 week course and Greg feels the same way. Whether you're birthing at home or in a hospital, take Carol's hypnobirthing course just to gain the knowledge and confidence this ain't no Lamaze class.

I was (am) someone who knew I needed a change but didn't know what to change. I just wasn't…read more"myself." I figured talking to someone couldn't hurt, and I wasn't forced to go back if I didn't like it. I saw Kristin for the first time about two years ago, and I really appreciate her non-judgmental, careful way of getting you to open up. I'm not someone who talks about much, really, but this turned out to be the best investment I've made in myself. While it's expensive, it's worth it. Even just going for "maintenance" sessions is helpful. I started off every other week, but that wasn't enough, so I went once, sometimes twice a week for a couple of months. After that, I was able to use the tools she gave me in the real world, and the benefits really stick. You matter to people in this world, so you have to matter to yourself too.

For the past 11 years, Kristin from S.A.G.E Therapy Center has been my anchor through some of the…read moremost difficult chapters in my life. In the moments when I felt completely lost, Kristin offered not just guidance, but genuine care and understanding that provided me with the strength to continue moving forward. Kristin didn't just help me survive those hardships, she helped me grow. Her compassion, wisdom, and ability to create a safe space allowed me to rediscover myself and build a life on healing and well-being. I am forever grateful for Kristin's unwavering support and the profound impact she has had on my life. If you are considering therapy, I would highly recommend S.A.G.E. Therapy Center. Having the right therapist at your side makes all the difference and Kristin is truly exceptional.

Brooke is amazing! I honestly couldn't ha e gone through my situation without her and am forever…read moregrateful for her guidance and friendship. I'm 32 years old and view her as a big sister I never had. I only planned on doing a few sessions with her but have continued to go for 6 months because it has been a wonderful experience and has done so much good in my life. Brooke is so approachable & creates a comfortable environment. When I come in with the weigh of the world on my shoulders, I come out with such relief. Never did I think I could cry and laugh in the same session. She brings out the best in me. I've been to other therapist and they don't come close to Brooke.

From the owner: I am a California licensed psychologist who specializes in eating and body image concerns. I bring…read moreover 10 years of experience as an expert in disordered eating, particularly with college populations. Other clients I often work with include those struggling with identity issues, LGBTQ concerns, anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, and obsessive compulsive disorder. I consider my approach to be holistic and collaborative, I work with each client to create an individualized treatment plan to best meet their needs. I work with individuals, families, and couples. My approach is based primarily on principles related to CBT (cognitive-behavioral therapy) and ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy). Everyone can benefit from exploring ways to make their lives more balanced and whole. I believe that although identifying and either accepting or changing thoughts is an important first step, that the real change happens from discovering ways to make changes in our lives and becoming an active participant in this change. "Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions." Dalai Lama I also work from a psychodynamic lens, and encourage clients to discover patterns and history that may affect the problems that they currently experience. "Whoever wishes to foresee the future must consult the past." Machiavelli By appointment only

10/10, 5 stars, would highly recommend! Thank you for the most wonderful of weekends! The cottage…read moreclinic, including its ambiance, offers a psychological safe space to discuss the most critical aspect of life: your relationship. As a life-long learner, I appreciated the presence and patience shown by Diana and the other dyads in the room. I consider myself better-equipped after learning in lock step with my partner! We both feel better equipped to carry forward, even if times become turbulent. It was an incredible experience and one I'll never forget!

We just finished the August 2022 Hold Me Tight Workshop led by Dr Diana and it was fabulous:…read moreAmazing in every way! She is a brilliant teacher and presenter that made the material fun, interactive, and very practical. The weekend takes you through identifying your destructive painful cycles of hurting each other; helps build appreciation and gratitude; discovers your raw spots/ triggers and helps you own them; brings deeper emotional connection in the present moments; helps you forgive long turn injuries; gives you language to express your love and affection; and deals briefly and effectively about having a more meaningful and fulfilling sex life. The material is so powerful and intense but cleverly mixes in a lot of humor and variety. Dr Diana's selection of extra video content makes it fun and spicy: from Brent Brown cartoons to "It's not about the Nail." (Look it up) Bonus: There are about 14 couples and about 7 highly trained and effective (EFT/ Emotionally Focused Threrapy) therapists who are available to assist you in your 7 different "dialogues"- times of individual couples' work. We utilized 5 different counselors and the quality of their insights and assistance was through the roof! Maryam, Doug, Dale, and Mariah especially were outstanding in helping get unstuck and getting to the root of our long- established, stubborn, hidden issues that sabotage our happiness. Their expertise was offered so gently without judgment and added so much value to the weekend. I felt like this was what made the workshop soar above and beyond. The setting is remarkable! It is a beautiful location packed with flowers, hummingbirds, amazing trees, private seating nooks for privacy, and such a feeling of peace and security. I cannot recommend this workshop highly enough! We're already planning how to send our friends and kids and everyone we know to experience this peaceful, wonderfully intense, healing encounter in the hills of beautiful San Diego!