Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in El Cajon, CA
Browse Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in El Cajon, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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GRIS ALVES
Counselor/Therapist, Compassionate Inquiry, Trauma Informed Mindfulness Teacher
I offer compassionate, trauma-informed online therapy for individuals seeking healing, clarity, and meaningful change. My practice is rooted in mindfulness, somatic awareness, and evidence-based therapy, and I am certified in Compassionate Inquiry®, a trauma-informed approach developed by Dr. Gabor Maté that supports deep emotional processing and nervous system regulation. Clients often reach out when they feel overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, or ready to move beyond survival patterns related to anxiety, depression, addiction recovery, grief, or trauma. Therapy with me is collaborative, culturally sensitive, and grounded in safety, helping clients reconnect with their inner wisdom and build lasting emotional resilience.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near El Cajon, CA
Online in El Cajon, CA
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Vince Heyman
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Being a therapist isn’t just a job for me. It’s a calling shaped by my own mental health journey. Working with a therapist who truly understood me was life-changing, and it’s what inspired me to do this work. I know firsthand that meaningful transformation is possible when you are given the right support and tools, and my hope is to offer that experience to each of my clients. In our work together, you won’t get someone who simply sits back and nods. I am actively engaged and can help you feel understood even when you’re struggling to put things into words. If you’re someone who has trouble opening up, I can help you let people in and share what’s going on underneath in a way that is authentic to you. I balance thoughtful listening with meaningful input, offering perspective and guidance when it’s helpful, while making sure the work supports you in becoming more fully yourself rather than fitting into a mold. If you’re looking for a therapist who feels approachable, steady, and genuinely invested in your growth, and who can help you turn insight into real, lasting change, I’d be glad to connect. I offer a free consultation so you can see if we’re a good fit.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near El Cajon, CA
Online in El Cajon, CA
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Matthew Bishop
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Doctorate in Behavioral Health Leadership
I work with people who feel stuck at crossroads — whether it’s the weight of anxiety, the strain in relationships, or the nagging sense that life isn’t lining up the way it should. In our sessions, I keep the focus practical and real. We’ll talk openly, get to the heart of what’s blocking you, and build strategies that actually fit your life.
My practice, Sonder Therapy Group in San Diego, helps teens, adults, and couples find traction when old patterns keep getting in the way. I draw from existential and evidence-based approaches, but I don’t drown clients in jargon. If you want someone who listens carefully, challenges you when needed, and respects your pace, that’s the kind of therapy I offer.
Whether you’re navigating stress, healing after loss, or rethinking how you connect in relationships, therapy can be the space to sort it out. If you’re in San Diego and looking for a therapist who brings both clarity and compassion, let’s talk.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near El Cajon, CA
Online in El Cajon, CA
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Nora Katz
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, Founder and Clinical Director, Inner Compass Psychotherapy
You keep it together for everyone else. But at 11:30 pm, the worry loops back. Sessions with me are slow, curious, and led by you. We follow what your feelings are pointing to, rather than rushing past them. Reach out for a free 15-minute call to see if we are a good fit.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near El Cajon, CA
Online in El Cajon, CA
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Inner Compass Psychotherapy
Therapist, Group Practice | Clinical Director: Nora Katz, LCSW
Inner Compass Psychotherapy is a group practice of therapists in San Diego, led by our founder and clinical director, Nora Katz, LCSW. When you reach out, we listen first and then match you with the clinician on our team who fits what you need.
Many people who find us look fine from the outside. They are capable, busy, and good at taking care of everyone else, yet something underneath feels off: anxiety that will not settle, a low mood that lingers, a relationship stuck in the same argument, or a life change that has shaken the ground. We take the time to understand what is actually going on, not just the symptoms. Therapy here is collaborative and unhurried, and it should feel personal from the very first call.
Our team: Nora Katz, LCSW 112300, founder and clinical director; Karina Rivera, Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC 14780); Alyssa Zarske, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT 158291); and Nikki Adhami, Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW 123351). Our associates are supervised by Nora Katz, LCSW 112300. Each of us has our own TherapyTribe profile if you would like to read more.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near El Cajon, CA
Online in El Cajon, CA
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Mary Mallinson Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Hi, my name is Mary and I am a California-based licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) providing virtual therapy for adults dealing with childhood trauma, depression, and relationship challenges. I specialize in trauma therapy, including EMDR therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic therapy, to help clients process childhood trauma, attachment wounds, perfectionism and family of origin issues.
I work with women, adult children of immigrants, and individuals seeking deeper healing from past experiences that continue to impact their present. My services include both weekly online therapy and EMDR therapy intensives, which offer extended sessions for more focused, in-depth trauma processing.
My approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and collaborative, helping clients move from feeling stuck or overwhelmed toward greater clarity, emotional regulation, and lasting change. All sessions are offered via telehealth for clients located in California.
5 Years Experience
Online in El Cajon, CA (Online Only)
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Alyssa Zarske
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT 158291, supervised by Nora Katz, LCSW 112300
You keep it together for everyone else, but something underneath feels stuck or far away. My sessions are warm, honest, and unhurried, with room to look at what's actually going on. I work with anxiety, trauma, relationships, and the quiet exhaustion that doesn't show on the outside. To see if we're a good fit, start with a free 15-minute phone consultation.
2 Years Experience
Online in El Cajon, CA (Online Only)
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Elvina Inzano (legal name: vincent inzano)
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT 164356
I work towards engaging from a compassionate, anti-oppressive, and trauma informed positionality. One of my focuses is on collaborating to better understand yourself(selves) as integrated mind/body/spirit/social/relational being(s) (soma) and reprocessing what your soma(s) hold. Some of the ways in which we can do this is through building upon the stories that empower you , learning skills for personal and/or interpersonal fulfillment. We all deserve to live our lives liberated from the reactive survival responses of trauma.
6 Years Experience
Online in El Cajon, CA (Online Only)
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Alexandra Duran
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Hi, I’m Ali!
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and Certified EMDR Therapist with 10 years of experience providing individual and couples therapy to adults. I offer telehealth services throughout California, making it easier to access support wherever you are. My specialties include working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship or attachment-based issues, supporting people in making sense of these experiences and finding a way forward that is both meaningful and long lasting. I love my job because I get to support individuals in learning to live a more genuine and fulfilling life while also helping couples have more satisfying relationships with one another. I truly believe that nothing else could be this rewarding!
The path to healing can be a difficult one, but you are not alone. If given the opportunity, I would be honored to be a part of your healing journey. Call now for a free 15 minute consultation!
10 Years Experience
Online in El Cajon, CA (Online Only)
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Tendril Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
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.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near El Cajon, CA
Online in El Cajon, CA
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in El Cajon, CA Statistics
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapists in El Cajon, CA average 13 years of experience and charge around $199 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (80%), Trauma and PTSD (67%), and Depression (65%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$199
Accept insurance
31%
Offer sliding scale
63%
Gender ID
| 72% |
Female |
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| 19% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 80% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 65% | Depression |
| 56% | Stress |
| 50% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 50% | Self Esteem |
| 47% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Teen |
| 46% | Senior |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Men |
| 23% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 22% | Military / Veterans |