Life Transitions therapists in San Diego, California CA
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Chris 'Bucky' Bateman
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Major life transitions ; a new marriage, a career change, the loss of a relationship, becoming a parent, or simply the quiet sense that life needs to look different can shake even the most grounded person. Therapy provides a steady space to process what's changing, clarify what you want, and move forward with more intention and confidence. Transitions are hard. They're also an invitation to grow.
21 Years Experience
In-Person in San Diego, CA 92037
Online in San Diego, CA California
Bridgit Serrano
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
Big life changes can disrupt our sense of stability and identity. Whether you’re adjusting to new parenthood, navigating relationship changes, moving, shifting careers, or entering a new stage of life, transitions can bring unexpected stress, grief, or self-doubt.
Therapy offers space to process what’s changing while strengthening your ability to adapt and move forward. As an LCSW trained in EMDR and certified in Perinatal Mental Health, I help clients work through difficult experiences, release old patterns, and navigate life transitions with greater resilience, clarity, and self-understanding.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA California (Online Only)
Amy @ Inner Nature Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
Many folks come to therapy in the midst of a life transition. As someone who specializes in women's issues, I absolutely love supporting women who are entering pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, job changes, or divorce.
13 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA California (Online Only)
Jennifer Pudlo Therapy & Wellness Consulting
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Life transitions—whether expected or unexpected—can bring uncertainty, grief, stress, and a loss of direction, even when they lead to positive change. I provide a supportive and compassionate space to help you process these changes, navigate the emotions that accompany them, and develop the resilience needed to move forward with confidence. Together, we'll identify your strengths, clarify what matters most to you, and help you embrace this new chapter with greater purpose, balance, and hope.
16 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA California (Online Only)
Lauren Chavis
Psychologist, PsyD, PMH-C
Even positive changes can leave you feeling unsettled. Career changes, becoming a parent, moving, relationship changes, shifting family roles, or entering a new stage of life can challenge your sense of identity and direction. Therapy can help you make sense of what is changing, clarify what matters to you, and move forward with greater confidence.
16 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA California
San Diego's identity as a major military and biotech hub creates dual demand for therapists specializing in veteran trauma and PTSD on one hand, and the high-functioning anxiety and burnout of the life sciences industry on the other. The city's large active-duty population at Naval Base San Diego and Camp Pendleton means therapists with military specialty training are consistently sought after, and many practices are specifically oriented toward service members and their families. San Diego's border location and large Latino population drive demand for bilingual therapists and culturally affirming care for immigrant and mixed-status families. Scripps Health and UC San Diego Health provide institutional mental health anchors across the county.
Life Transitions therapists in San Diego, California Statistics
Life Transitions therapists in San Diego, California average 14 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Psychodynamic Therapy (47%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (42%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 75% |
Female |
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| 16% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 69% |
In Person and Online |
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| 31% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 42% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 39% | Somatic Therapy |
| 35% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Relational Psychotherapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 73% | Women |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 35% | Men |
| 32% | Black / African American |