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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in La Mesa, CA

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in La Mesa, CA

Postpartum mental health support in La Mesa connects you with 2,675 licensed providers experienced in perinatal care. Virtual and in-person sessions help address postpartum mood changes, anxiety, and adjustment challenges during this transformative time.

Deborah Wagner

Deborah Wagner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.9 mi away • San Diego, CA


“Together in a safe environment we will work mindfully in the here and now, looking back at your history when we need to...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sokia Shehee

Sokia Shehee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.5 mi away • San Diego, CA


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field (12 in private practice). I work with individuals ages 3 and up, as well as couples. I am trauma informed, a certified clinical supervisor, and EMDR trained. I hold a plethora of CEUs in mental health disorders and have owned my own practice for several years, offering in person and telehealth services.

CSUB BA Psychology 2002

CSUB Master of Social Work 2004

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jennifer Vosacek

Jennifer Vosacek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.7 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I create an environment where you can face your discomfort without judgment. You will be able to work through your deepest fears, biggest traumas, and hardest decisions in my office.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kelly Carll

Kelly Carll

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I believe that therapy should be a safe, collaborative space where clients feel empowered to make decisions that most align with their values and needs.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thi Wlodarski

Thi Wlodarski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • San Diego, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety disorders, OCD, phobias, and trauma.

You can visit my website for more information: https://www.thiwlodarskilmft.com

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Infertility, OCD, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claudia Villarreal

Claudia Villarreal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.4 mi away • Chula Vista, CA


I genuinely like people, have always love to help ,

Will take my clients through the therapeutic process, with empathy and care for their experience in therapy to be a positive one.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mona Klausing

Mona Klausing

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I believe this gives me a unique perspective on how individuals, couples and families deal with the stressors associated with immigration and acculturation, multi-ethnic relationships, intergenerational conflicts, life transitions and other...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Way

Cindy Way

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • Chula Vista, CA


“Therapy with me is not about pushing or fixing—it's about understanding your patterns, restoring internal trust, and creating more ease in how you relate to yourself and others.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suzanne LaFleur

Suzanne LaFleur

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My goal is for clients to leave sessions with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence in their ability to create meaningful change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gloria Jardon

Gloria Jardon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I have navigated a wide range of life events—from adolescence to college, complex relationships, infertility, pregnancy, perimenopause, menopause, the impact of COVID, being a first responder, racial discrimination, and career transitions.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Soraya Behbehani

Soraya Behbehani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your inner world and reconnect with your natural capacity for healing.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Letty Cain Nissan

Letty Cain Nissan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I am a bilingual therapist who understands the nuances of both cultures, and I am passionate about creating a warm, compassionate space where clients feel truly seen and supported.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Callie Reece

Callie Reece

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8 mi away • San Diego, CA


I have 10 years in the mental health field-working with trauma, substance use, depression, anxiety, and psychosis.I have worked in private practice, intensive outpatient programs, assertive community treatment, and residential treatment. I specialize in trauma related disorders.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Jodi Tompkins

Dr. Jodi Tompkins

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • La Jolla, CA


“I provide a unique combination of psychotherapy and coaching that builds on individual strengths to improve personal, relational, professional, and family lives.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Betsy Hegardt

Betsy Hegardt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Cardiff, CA


“Clients often describe me as warm and collaborative, someone who makes it feel safe to finally say the things you haven't been able to say out loud.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Azin

Ashley Azin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • San Marcos, CA


“I strive to make each one of my clients feel seen, heard, and unconditionally accepted throughout every session.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katelyn Brady

Katelyn Brady

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Solana Beach, CA


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a special focus on perinatal psychiatry and women's mental health.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Marino-Kibbee

Jennifer Marino-Kibbee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Encinitas, CA


“I strive to create a safe and affirming space where you feel comfortable enough to open up and begin to trust in the relationship we're developing.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Alvarado Alvarado

Karen Alvarado Alvarado

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • San Marcos, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical—focused on helping you understand what's going on beneath the surface while also giving you tools you can actually use in your daily life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Wikel

Taylor Wikel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Temecula, CA


“Using a trauma informed approach along with a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) lens, I help you understand why these patterns exist, build self-trust, and create boundaries that actually stick.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Flavia Crovetto Hartley

Flavia Crovetto Hartley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Niguel, CA


I’m a licensed therapist with a Master’s in Counseling with an emphasis in Child and Family Therapy, and I’m certified in Perinatal Mental Health. I work with children, adolescents, and families, and I also support moms navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and the emotional challenges of early parenthood. I have experience helping with anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, and school-related concerns, and I especially enjoy working with children and pre-teens using play and creative approaches.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eve Lievonen

Eve Lievonen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Niguel, CA


“With over 30 years of experience, I have learned that real change happens when people feel understood, not judged.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Lisa Billings

Dr. Lisa Billings

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


I work with adolescents and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy. I help individuals identify their goals and make the changes necessary to help them lead more productive and fulfilling lives. I am directive, and I provide a warm, caring and non-judgmental environment to explore the issues and life-events with which you may be struggling.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Janet De La Cruz

Janet De La Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am passionate of all things mental health! I enjoy working in crisis situations, and supporting individuals going through the ups and lows of life. My goal is to sprinkle confidence and joy into life

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jacquel Dean

Jacquel Dean

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe mental health care should feel like a conversation with someone who genuinely listens—not a rushed appointment where you feel like just another patient.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dennis Wang

Dennis Wang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is client-centered, collaborative, and practical—I primarily draw from CBT, DBT, and solution-focused interventions to help clients build insight, develop coping strategies, and create meaningful change.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Laura Rothafel

Laura Rothafel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tustin, CA


“My hope is that people leave with hope. Experience a sense of calm by understanding self and others with greater clarity.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Juliano

Nicole Juliano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Luis Obispo, CA


“I have over 9 years of experience working with children, individuals, and families that have experienced trauma and challenging life experiences.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Gutierrez

Patricia Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice centers on trauma and PTSD, identity and gender affirming care, and the lived experiences of women and LGBTQIA+ individuals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Limon Arredondo

Jennifer Limon Arredondo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide trauma-informed, compassionate care to new and expecting mothers facing challenges such as anxiety and depression.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Juliet Mulele

Juliet Mulele

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


With over a decade of acute care experience as a Registered Nurse and a Master’s degree as a Psychiatric Mental

Health Nurse Practitioner, I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, neurodiversity, and medication

management.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lamarria Coleman

Lamarria Coleman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Church

Karen Church

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to take away an added sense of hope and conviction that they can make it through even difficult times...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Vanessa Guido

Vanessa Guido

Therapist

Virtual • California


I highlight your strengths in our sessions. Just think of me as your emotional cheerleader. I want the best for you, whatever that may be.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
David Rockman

David Rockman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over a decade of clinical experience—and three years conducting sleep research at NASA Ames—I bring both compassion and scientific insight into the therapy room.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Alexis Lyon

Alexis Lyon

Therapist

Virtual • Oakland, CA


“I have a holistic orientation that allows me to see people as fundamentally loveable and whole and not the sum of their problems.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Larisa Escalante

Larisa Escalante

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing happens in safe, attuned relationships, and I work to create a space where you feel deeply seen, heard, and respected.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bita Saad Adel

Bita Saad Adel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Her goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take an active role in your mental health journey.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Milagritos O'Shea

Milagritos O'Shea

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Milagritos integrates expressive arts, mindfulness-based interventions, and self-compassion practices into her therapeutic approach, empowering clients to actively participate in their healing.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yaifeh Chafeh

Yaifeh Chafeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes everyone deserves to feel heard, supported, and treated with kindness. I create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, mood changes, and other mental health concerns. Along with medication management, I also use supportive therapy techniques, including CBT and motivational interviewing, to help clients build healthy coping skills and feel more confident in their daily lives.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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