I can confidently say that choosing to begin therapy with Heather was the best decision I have made…read morein my life. I have struggled with depression, anxiety, and heavy trauma for years. In the 8 months that I have been working with Heather, I have never seen or felt this kind of growth in my entire life. She has helped me work through past, present, and future stressors, and create healthy communication habits and coping mechanisms. Heather has an easy-going personality, and an incredible way of making you feel comfortable talking about the most difficult things. She allows you to be as vulnerable and open as you'd like to be, and still manages to find ways to gently challenge you to further your expression and growth. She is certified in different types of therapy including couples counseling, talk therapy, and EMDR. (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing -- If she thinks you're a good candidate for it, just do it. Seriously.) If I had known THIS is what therapy could be, I would have started a long time ago. However, I'm so grateful to have started when I did with Heather. I would (and do) refer her to anyone I meet that is interested in therapy, especially those who are on the fence about beginning their healing/therapeutic journey.

I was so delighted to hear that Heather Swisher has opened her own practice. Heather was a…read moretherapist in my school district for students with severe behavioral and emotional issues. I am the school psychologist for the program. She connected well with all of the students with whom she worked. In addition, she was able to work well with the families and the school to guide her treatment goals. I would absolutely recommend her to any individual experiencing a need for therapeutic support. Heather has excellent experience in working with many different issues - and has a special talent for working with children. Heather is a gift to all who have met her!

Jill is amazing. She's really smart, wise and supportive. She uses EMDR skillfully and also has her…read moreown music/voice analysis system that is soothing and seems to help me quickly clarify my own thoughts. She's flexible about squeezing clients in when they're dealing with new stressors - and I can often leave with a new problem solved in one session, after having worked with her longer in the past. She's particularly great in thinking about interfamily dynamics, and I've learned a ton from her that keeps me usually from having to visit her!

I have loved working with Jill! What sets her apart is her remarkable ability to create a calm,…read moregrounding presence. When I have felt overwhelmed, after talking with her I feel more centered and heard. She has a genuine gift for meeting you exactly where you are and helping you find steady ground. I am so grateful to have had her in my corner and would recommend her without hesitation to anyone looking for a therapist who truly makes a lasting difference.

Very rude interactions before ever meeting with her. She shut me down multiple times in a very cold…read moreway for no apparent reason. I can't imagine her being a good therapist with the tone in her emails.

I've noticed there aren't a lot of reviews on doctors. While this is Yelp and seems to be focused…read moreon businesses rather than individuals, I felt it was important to speak up about some of the professionals I've come into contact with. Finding a good doctor, dentist, therapists, etc is difficult! The sites I've seen (not Yelp) don't all seem...honest. Yelp seems to be the more reliable site for reviews from real people with real experiences. I have known Nitza for at least 10 years. She has counseled me through some of the toughest experiences in my life. She is a wonderful therapist who genuinely cares for her patients. She is always available to either meet or talk on the phone. She is self-employed so you don't have to go through the answering service of a doctor's office. You actually get to speak directly to her! She's personable and easy to talk to. I've recommended her to family and friends and have only heard good things from them. She is very professional and doesn't charge an arm and a leg. She is sensitive to the average person's income regardless of her location in Del Mar. Nitza is a wealth of knowledge and has been a strong support in my life. I don't know what else to say other than I highly recommend her. If you are going through a difficult time in your life, she is a great person to talk to. She's become such a valuable and dear person in my life.

Dr. Fox has an incredible academic and professional history, which she complements with exceptional…read moretechnique and skill in working with children and young adults.

I've gone to therapists off and on my whole life whenever I've needed a little extra support…read more Michele has been my favorite by far. I am a Type-A, high achiever. It's very difficult for me to ever admit I need help. I can also be overly critical, but I have discovered my sessions with Michele to not only make me more productive in the bigger picture but most importantly, more well-balanced in home and work life. I saw her for a period of time 2 years ago and then because of my schedule and her location, I had to disappointedly stop. Then Covid happened and I reached out hoping she was doing telehealth. And she is! Nothing is more convenient than not having to drive somewhere. I look forward to my weekly FaceTime Sessions with her. She continues to help me as I pivot to adjust to each new life event. At this point, I consider her sessions to be a must-have even if everything were going well. She is the perfect blend of genuine caring, firm accountability, and insightful questions. Highly recommend her to anyone thinking about therapy.

I've worked with Michele on and off for about 3 years now, both in one-one-one counseling and in…read morecouples counseling. She has helped me through the toughest things and the little things, pushing where I need to be pushed, listening and caring where that fits in too. She's definitely the person who says those things you need to hear. Even if others have given you the same advice your whole life, she can say it again in a way that you'll hear and will sound encouraging. Michele is the best. There's no one else I can imagine sharing as much with or trusting as much.

I was unlucky enough to find myself in need of a new therapist at the pandemic onset. I had a bad…read moreexperience with an unethical one and was left really struggling. The timing made it very difficult to find an experienced therapist. Most I contacted were busy and not taking new clients, many didn't even return calls. I looked for six months, trying the newer young psychologists available with disappointing results. I finally found Dr. Carlson online and liked his website. He was the last one I was going to try before giving up. He probably wasn't seeking new clients at the time, but responded, was compassionate and agreed to see me. He's a Ph.D psychologist with decades of experience and was nice enough to discuss my situation and needs beforehand. And he WOULD see clients in person when the restrictions lifted. I found Dr. Carlson to be an open, pragmatic therapist who is easy to be around and talk to. He works to really individualize his modality and treatment to the client and included me in the plan. He gets me, gives me the benefit of the doubt, and I can be real and honest without having to worry about being shamed. He restored my trust in therapists and the therapeutic experience. With the work we've done Ive experienced healing and my depression has lifted. I'm more at peace and less of a tortured soul. Dr. Carlson is a kind and rare person of integrity who puts his clients first and truly cares about people.

Dr. Craig Carlson's supportive approach to therapy has made it easier for me to open up, talk about…read moreand deal with sensitive issues. He is talented in challenging my growth while doing so in a nonjudgmental, compassionate and encouraging way. He has skillfully guided me through various physical, mental and situational difficulties. Dr. Carlson is truly a quality human being with a gift for empathy. My experience in therapy with him has been one of trust and respect. I appreciate his insight and ability to draw out my strengths so that I have become better at navigating my own way.

Dr. Jennifer Sandoval is a colleague who I have known for close to 20 years. I have trained with…read moreher, consulted with her, and collaborated on cases with her for over 15 years. As a fellow licensed psychologist, I know that ours is a field in which who you are deeply informs the kind of therapist you are. I know from extensive personal experience that she is a gifted and competent clinician as well as an outstanding human being. Dr. Sandoval is a seasoned psychologist who has mastered the delicate balance of being ethical, empathic, engaged, direct, warm, and growth-oriented. If you are looking for a therapist who will be dedicated to collaborating with you on your journey of personal growth, I highly recommend Dr. Jennifer Sandoval. ---Dr. Marjan Madison, Clinical Psychologist, Beverly Hills, CA.

From the owner: Couple and Sex Therapy, Individual Therapy, and Family Therapy, Treatment of: Sexual issues,…read moreintimacy issues, infidelity, anxiety, depression, out of control sexual behavior or sex addiction.

My husband and I have been working with Debbie for a year and a half, and both of us cannot even…read morebegin to put into the words the positive impact she's had on helping us navigate everything from general life transitions, to large scale challenges. Debbie's positive, client centered approach creates a balance within sessions that is equal parts supportive and challenging. The connection and personalized relationship she fosters with her client's is by far the best part of working with her. Debbie also goes above and beyond for her client's, and never makes you feel that the time is a burden on her. The space she holds for client's, mixed with her research backed approaches to couples work, have allowed our marriage to flourish in ways we never even knew we wanted. The experience has been so positive, that we've even been able to get many of our friends to invest in couples therapy of their own. As a therapist myself, finding someone like Debbie, who's experience and genuine care overflows into her work with clients, has been pivotal in our progress. Every hour spent with Debbie inspires not only our dedication to our marriage, but positively impacts my own work as a therapist. Working with Debbie is an investment that we never question, as we feel the reward of this kind of work as a couple far outweighs any monetary value. It's a gift to work with someone who invests so much of her own energy and passion into her work with clients.

Debbie is very easy to talk, discuss and communicate with she allowed me to feel as if I had known…read moreher forever. I feel very comfortable around her. Thank you Michelle Fisher Michelle Dimitro

Janice is extremely intelligent, knowledgeable, and experienced. Trusting in her was easy from the…read morestart. She has helped bring joy back to my life. Therapy can be difficult, but also rewarding and fun sometimes if you embrace it and make the commitment. Jan will be with you every step of the way. She is kind, compassionate, and a true professional in every sense of the word.

Jan has helped me tremendously over the past year and a half and I couldn't recommend her more. She…read moreis compassionate and versatile in her approach and has a huge bank of knowledge. I'm tremendously thankful for the ways she has helped improve my life. (Thank you Jan!!!)

Shout out to Dr. Duncan-Higgs! After dealing with less-than-competent intake folks and…read morereceptionists, I was elated to discover that Rhonda was a good fit for my therapeutic needs. Given the location, I wasn't sure if she'd be one of those uptight, semi-judges therapists that seem to run rampant in San Diego, but she's not at all. She has a unique approach that is somewhat nurturing, but also direct and non-coddling. She is fantastic and I look forward to seeing her for years to come. Also, saw Dr. Mauro once and she was great, but unfortunately, due to an error with the intake team, I was only able to see her once. They've really got to get their support staff together. I'm tired of having to wait around because they don't have their paperwork together. The girls up front are often condescending, which is extremely annoying when you're there for mental health support.

The fact I was sent to debt collections over a $100 no-show fee for 1 telehealth appointment is…read moretactless at best and reprehensible at worst, considering their cancellation system and back-office admin leaves much to be desired. They should be ashamed of themselves for charging patients fees for everything they can get away with. Plus the psychiatrists are sub-par, it's not even worth the trouble. They won't take you seriously because it's just a patient mill for them. Avoid!