In-Person in San Diego, CA 92127
Online in California
At Tendril Therapy, we believe growth happens in spaces that feel safe, supportive, and genuinely human. Like tendrils in nature gently finding their way toward light, we see healing as a gradual, organic process of connection and expansion. Our work honors each person’s unique story, supporting clients as they move toward deeper self-understanding, meaningful change, and a more connected way of being.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Art Therapy Uses creative activities like drawing, painting, or sculpture as a way to express emotions. It is especially helpful when words are hard to find.
- Behavioral Therapy Uses learning techniques like reinforcement and practice to change unwanted behaviors. It is often applied to phobias, anxiety, and habits.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) An evidence-based treatment for PTSD that teaches clients to reframe unhelpful thoughts about trauma. It helps reduce guilt, shame, and fear.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $225
- Accepts Insurance
- United Healthcare, Optum, Aetna
Education & Credentials
Tendril Therapy LMFT
- Female, Male
- License # 91826
- Licensed in CA
- Practicing Since 2019
Tendril Therapy Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in San Diego, CA 92127
- Available Online for residents of California
- Online Therapy Details: Telehealth
Tendril Therapy is a client-centered therapy practice offering compassionate, evidence-based mental health services for individuals and couples across California. Specializing in anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationships, and neurodivergence, our therapists provide personalized care that supports meaningful, lasting change. Through both in-person and secure telehealth therapy, we make high-quality mental health support accessible, flexible, and aligned with your lifestyle.
Rooted in a relational and trauma-informed approach, Tendril Therapy integrates modalities such as mindfulness, attachment-based therapy, and somatic awareness to help clients better understand themselves, regulate their nervous systems, and build healthier patterns. We work with adults who are growth-oriented, introspective, and seeking deeper clarity, connection, and emotional well-being.
The name “Tendril” reflects our philosophy: like tendrils in nature, healing is not linear. It’s adaptive, intentional, and always reaching toward light. We believe therapy is a collaborative process where curiosity, safety, and authenticity create the conditions for real transformation.
Whether you’re navigating burnout, relationship challenges, identity exploration, or simply feeling stuck, Tendril Therapy offers a grounded, supportive space to help you reconnect with yourself and move forward with intention.