Relationship and Marriage Counseling in La Mesa, CA
Browse Relationship and Marriage Counseling in La Mesa, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Relationships
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 Mesa, CA
Online in La Mesa, 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 Mesa, CA
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Matthew Bishop
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Doctorate in Behavioral Health Leadership
Couples therapy is not about deciding who’s right — it’s about learning how to hear each other and rebuild trust. I help partners slow down their conflicts, identify recurring cycles, and practice new ways of connecting that strengthen the relationship.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Mesa, CA
Online in La Mesa, CA
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Nora Katz
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, Founder and Clinical Director, Inner Compass Psychotherapy
Relationship patterns tend to repeat until we understand where they started. I help individuals and couples see the cycle, feel less stuck in it, and connect in ways that feel more honest.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Mesa, CA
Online in La Mesa, CA
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Inner Compass Psychotherapy
Therapist, Group Practice | Clinical Director: Nora Katz, LCSW
For couples caught in the same argument or growing distant, we use Emotionally Focused and attachment-based approaches to slow things down, understand the cycle between you, and rebuild closeness and trust.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Mesa, CA
Online in La Mesa, CA
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Karina Rivera
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC 14780, supervised by Nora Katz, LCSW 112300
If the same argument or pattern keeps coming back, we look at the dynamic itself and what each person brings to it, so something can finally shift.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near La Mesa, CA
Online in La Mesa, CA
Relationships
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 Mesa, CA
Online in La Mesa, CA
Relationships
Frankie Santiago
Life Coach, Professional Life Coach
I help men and women strengthen their relationships and marriages through practical life coaching focused on real connection and lasting improvement. Whether you’re working through conflicts, rebuilding trust, improving communication, setting healthy boundaries, or navigating major transitions together, we develop actionable strategies tailored to your unique situation. My collaborative, no-judgment style supports both partners (or individuals) in creating deeper understanding, greater intimacy, and a healthier dynamic. If you’re ready to invest in a stronger relationship, I offer a free 15 minute initial consultation to explore how we can work together.
15 Years Experience
Online in La Mesa, 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 Mesa, CA (Online Only)
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Jennifer Warkentin
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, the bulk of my research and practice is on relationships. Couples often seek counseling to improve their communication, resolve conflicts, improve their intimacy, recover from infidelity, manage an addiction, or work through a stressor. Sharing a life with another person comes with challenges. I'll share some tools for managing roadblocks and help strengthen your bond.
18 Years Experience
Online in La Mesa, CA (Online Only)
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in La Mesa, CA Statistics
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in La Mesa, CA average 17 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Psychodynamic Therapy (43%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (39%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
46%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 2% |
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
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 39% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 34% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 32% | Relational Psychotherapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 59% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 53% | Teen |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Men |
| 26% | Christian |
| 24% | Hispanic / Latino |