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Marisa Padilla

Therapist(she/her)
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I provide therapy to Gen Z and Millennial folks navigating relationship anxiety, people-pleasing, and dating insecurity so they can feel more confident and secure in their relationships. My clinical experience involves work across ages, cultural backgrounds, and settings including: outpatient clinics, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), partial hospitalization programs (PHP), and community outreach. I have been in the field of mental health for nearly 10 years, serving individuals both in-person and via telehealth.

My approach to therapy

For the past 5 years I’ve specialized in supporting young adults who feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, fear of rejection, difficulty speaking up about their needs, or unhealthy relationship patterns. I am committed to providing thoughtful and intentional care so you feel comfortable to talk through your experiences, while showing up as your authentic self each time. As a Black and Latinx therapist, creating a safe and inclusive space is a top priority for me!

What you can expect from me

Now more than ever, individuals are feeling challenged in building and maintaining healthy connections, letting go of unhelpful relationship patterns, and navigating relationship conflicts and changes. Whether you are navigating divorce, people-pleasing behaviors, low self-esteem, or boundary setting, I'm here to guide you toward emotional security and confidence in your relationships.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Latinx, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Empowering, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Point Loma Nazarene University
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Grief or loss, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Trauma Focused CBT
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    409 Camino del Rio South suite 303
    San Diego, CA 92108