Relationship and Marriage Counseling in La Jolla, CA
Browse Relationship and Marriage Counseling in La Jolla, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Relationships
Su Boudreau, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Domestic Violence Counselor
A Marriage and Family Therapist has an extensive knowledge on the relational aspects in a family unit. Relationships take much effort as it takes both parties to work toward establishing a healthy relationship as well as maintaining and making further progress in a long-term relationship. The main modalities that can be used are Gottman Methods and Attachment-Based Systemic Therapy. Also a certified domestic violence therapist can help identify warning signs in the relationship to help mitigate or prevent potentially dangerous situations and/or build a healthy relationship if you have been in an unhealthy codependent relationship.
11 Years Experience
Online in La Jolla, CA (Online Only)
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Sue De Santo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I help individuals who feel stuck in painful relationship patterns—people‑pleasing, conflict avoidance, repeating the same dynamics, or feeling unseen and alone even when partnered. As you grow more connected to your own needs, boundaries, and inner wisdom, you can begin to create relationships that feel safer, more reciprocal, and deeply nourishing.
35 Years Experience
Online in La Jolla, CA (Online Only)
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Chris 'Bucky' Bateman
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Strong marriages don't happen by accident, they're built intentionally, one conversation at a time. We help couples at every stage understand the patterns keeping them stuck, rebuild trust and emotional intimacy, and develop the skills for a relationship that genuinely thrives. Whether you're in crisis or simply wanting more, we provide a calm, structured space to do the work.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA
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Whole Wellness Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Whole Wellness Therapy believes that change and growth happen most through relationships. Relationships bring out the best and the worst in us. In order to understand ourselves and our partner in the context of our relationships, it's essential that we are able to recognize the patterns that contibute to any disconnectedness, disagreements, hurt or betrayals that occur. Our therapists use a wide variety of approaches to assist our couples in healing their relationship and themselves from the inside out.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA
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A Place of Growth
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
We do have therapists that provide relationship and marriage counseling and will work with you to resolve current struggles within your relationship.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA
Relationships
Dr. Aleksandra Drecun
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Relationship counseling strengthens bonds involved in interpersonal relationships. It is not necessary to have a troubled relationship to seek counseling. Relationship counseling can include couples or families to achieve more adequate, satisfying and productive romantic and family relationships and social adjustment. Relationship counseling or therapy also includes premarital counseling, divorce or separation counseling and other relationship counseling.
25 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA
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Dr. Diane Carlson
Marriage and Family Therapist, Psy.D., MFT., Holistic Psychotherapist
I am dedicated to an eclectic approach to help clients be in control of their lives and find joy. These times are confusing and overwhelming to most of us but we can face the challenges together. After 25 yrs in practice I am a seasoned therapist who is comfortable accepting your present realities.
38 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Jolla, CA
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Hayden Dover
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT, CST
My work with couples focuses on helping partners create more honest, connected, and fulfilling relationships. I work with communication problems, recurring conflict, emotional distance, resentment, desire differences, sexless relationships, infidelity, trust repair, and major life transitions. As a Certified Sex Therapist, I also help couples talk more directly and respectfully about sexuality, desire, intimacy, and the patterns that keep them disconnected.
22 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Jolla, CA
Online in La Jolla, CA
Relationships
Douglairian psychology apc
Marriage and Family Therapist, Lmft
Whether you are seeking premarital counseling or require a mediator, we are here to help with compassion, tools, and a judgment-free approach.
5 Years Experience
Online in La Jolla, CA (Online Only)
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Dr. Tracy Mallett
Psychologist, Psy.D., L.M.F.T., Licensed Psychologist
Relationships are some of the most rewarding parts of life—but they can also bring stress, frustration, and conflict. I specialize in helping couples and partners navigate challenges such as communication difficulties, trust issues, emotional disconnection, infidelity, and differing values or expectations.
In therapy, couples gain a safe, structured space to explore underlying dynamics, improve understanding, and develop skills for healthy communication and problem-solving. My approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family Systems Theory, helping partners identify negative interaction patterns, manage emotional reactivity, and create new ways of relating that foster connection, empathy, and mutual respect.
Whether you are looking to repair a struggling relationship, navigate major life transitions together, or strengthen an already healthy partnership, therapy focuses on both insight and action—teaching practical strategies that partners can implement in daily life. I also support blended families, co-parenting couples, and couples navigating significant stressors such as relocation, career changes, or family illness.
My goal is to help couples build resilience, deepen intimacy, and create a relationship foundation that is not only functional but also fulfilling.
22 Years Experience
Online in La Jolla, CA (Online Only)
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in La Jolla, CA Statistics
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in La Jolla, CA average 16 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (65%), Psychodynamic Therapy (45%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (41%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 65% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 41% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 37% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 60% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 53% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 28% | Christian |
| 24% | Hispanic / Latino |