Valerie Cassidy

Oceanside

May 1

ACSW

Supervised by Toni Silva LMFT

As an Associate Clinical Social Worker, I incorporate a person-in-environment perspective. This approach looks at all aspects of your life to identify factors that may be impacting you. I truly care about every client and see your potential for growth.

I provide positive and kind energy to create a safe space for progress and healing. I will utilize a strengths-based approach to empower you and help you develop skills to cope with life's challenges.

I work with children, teens, adults, families and couples. I strive to give guidance and support while navigating change. Together we will tackle life’s struggles, stress, anxiety, depression, work on social skills, building healthy relationships. Through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness practice and other therapeutic modalities. We will work together to tailor treatment to meet your clinical needs.

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Amanda Prestage

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I utilize a holistic approach to treatment (bringing together the mind, body, and spirit) when working with my clients. Integrating western and eastern philosophies to treatment (if and when appropriate), I will prioritize educating you about your diagnosis and collaborate with you to create a treatment plan tailored to meet your needs and goals.

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Dr. Arianna Zabriskie

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Dr. Arianna Zabriskie, PsyD, is a Licensed Psychologist offering comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Zabriskie’s clinical expertise includes a wide spectrum of diagnostic and forensic assessment services, with a commitment to delivering individualized, evidence-based recommendations. She has extensive experience in the treatment of addiction and co-occurring disorders.

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Ashleigh Thomas

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My goal is to create a welcoming and warm environment where you can feel heard and valued. Through collaboration, we will work together to address goals to meet your unique needs.

Oceanside

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Benoit Vincent

Carlsbad

LMFT

I’m here to support your efforts to enhance the quality of your life by understanding what led you to experience painful states of mind and using solutions that reduce suffering instead of alleviating it. This therapeutic work contributes to personal development and transformation.

Carlsbad

Oceanside

Beth Sobel

Oceanside

AMFT

I feel my purpose is to help people cope with the trauma of being human in these uncertain times. I am innately in tune with the language of emotion. I have an inherent understanding of people’s communication patterns and a gentle, approachable, non-threatening presence that provides people with a safe haven to express themselves.

Oceanside

Carlsbad

Emily Allen

Carlsbad

AMFT

Hi! My name is Emily Allen, and I’m an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who works with all ages. I support clients who are navigating life transitions and the challenges that can come with them — whether that’s work or school stress, friendship and relationship challenges, anxiety, depression or simply feeling stuck and unsure of what comes next.

Carlsbad

Oceanside

Emily Hengel

Oceanside

APCC

I specialize in working with children, adolescents, parents, and families, with a focus on supporting development and healing through relational, evidence-based care.

Oceanside

Emily Train

Oceanside

APCC

I specialize in working with children, adolescents, parents, and families, with a focus on supporting development and healing through relational, evidence-based care. I integrate EMDR, CBT, DBT, ACT, and EFT and tailor treatments based on your unique needs and treatment goals.

Oceanside

Online

Gabriela Mira Brown

Online

AMFT

Gabriela is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) with a trauma-informed, client-centered approach. She is bilingual and bicultural, bringing a deep understanding of diverse cultural experiences to her work. As a military spouse, Gabriela appreciates the unique challenges that come with transitions, stress, and navigating complex systems.

Online

Carlsbad

Jodi Schenck

Carlsbad

ASW

I bring a calm and curious presence to our sessions, aiming to create a collaborative therapeutic environment. I approach challenges holistically, acknowledging the deep connections between mind, body, and spirit, as well as the impact of relationships and environments on well-being.

Carlsbad

Oceanside

Josh Krolicki

Oceanside

AMFT

Using a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic modalities, my goal is to help you develop resilience, navigate life’s challenges, and build lasting change on your terms. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD), addiction, and high performance anxiety (academics, work, and sports).

Oceanside

Carlsbad

Katie Taylor

Carlsbad

AMFT

My therapeutic approach is shaped by both evidence-based modalities and creative flexibility. I am EMDR trained and draw from CBT, ACT, and solution-focused techniques, integrating art therapy when appropriate- especially with younger clients. For those who desire it, I also offer the option of incorporating Christian perspectives into the therapeutic process, honoring each client’s individual beliefs, values, and comfort level. My background includes a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Western Oregon University, a certificate in Early Childhood Mental Health from San Diego State University, and a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University. I also have experience in both residential inpatient care and community mental health, supporting clients across a wide range of ages and needs.

Carlsbad

Pearl Cohen

Carlsbad

AMFT

I use a warm, person-centered approach to your healing that prioritizes your agency and dignity above all else. I will work with you to identify limiting patterns and beliefs, and will facilitate catharsis through storytelling and relationship. I will utilize modalities such as Narrative Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and my background as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) to emphasize mindfulness.

Carlsbad

Randy Berman

Carlsbad

AMFT

I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) specializing in supporting children, teens, parents, and families through a holistic, collaborative, and attachment-based approach. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for growth and healing.

Carlsbad

Sachiko Yamauchi Zhang

Carlsbad

LMFT

For individual adult clients, I take a solution-focused and narrative therapy approach, incorporating elements of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I aim to empower you by helping you gain control over your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so you can live a life that aligns with the person you want to be.

Carlsbad

Shannon Ehlers

Carlsbad

AMFT

Shannon is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who helps individuals and couples strengthen their connection to themselves and each other. Her work is grounded in attachment science and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), offering a safe space where healing and deeper bonds can naturally emerge.

Carlsbad

Oceanside

Tracy Donovan

Oceanside

AMFT

I believe each person is born worthy and comes into this world with unique gifts and preferences. I work with couples, families, teens, children, and individuals to help explore the roots of personal challenges and transform past patterns into more creative ways of being with self and others. I passionately believe in the innate healing ability of human beings that can be tapped by cultivating authenticity, communication, self-awareness, and advocacy.

Oceanside

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Toni Silva

Carlsbad

LMFT

Toni became an LMFT with the goal of providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment to a diverse group of individuals, couples, and families of all ages through an attachment lens.

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Valerie Cassidy

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