Therapists in Carlsbad, CA

I’m a therapist who specializes in working with Millennial and Gen Z women navigating anxiety, overthinking, perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, and major life transitions. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside—they’re successful, responsible, and often the person everyone else relies on—but internally they may struggle with racing thoughts, self-doubt, relationship anxiety, difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling like they can never fully relax. My approach is warm, relatable, and collaborative, while also gently challenging the patterns that keep clients stuck. I help clients understand not only what they’re feeling, but the deeper patterns driving their anxiety, whether that’s fear of disappointing others, difficulty tolerating uncertainty, self-criticism, avoidance, or feeling responsible for everyone else’s emotions. I bring a balance of validation, humor, practical coping tools, and deeper emotional work into sessions, creating a space where clients can feel understood while still making meaningful changes. My goal is to help women quiet the constant mental noise, trust themselves more, communicate their needs, set healthier boundaries, and build a life that feels fulfilling—not just one that looks like they have it all together.

Maria Aurora San Pedro is an AAPI Therapist in the state of California. She is a well versed Therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health industry for 12 years. Skilled in Evidenced Based Practices, with an emphasis in providing culturally responsive care, Maria Aurora works with clients to build awareness around the mind and body. Maria Aurora Functions through heart center to guide individuals in finding ways to live more authentically. By addressing intergenerational trauma and encouraging the practice self compassion, she is able to assist clients in meeting their truest selves.

I support individuals, adolescents, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship challenges, and life’s many transitions. I also have a special interest in working with women through postpartum anxiety and depression, as well as the emotional and identity changes that can accompany perimenopause and menopause. Many people seek therapy because, although they may appear to have everything together on the outside, they are carrying stress, pain, or emotions that feel difficult to navigate alone. Therapy can provide a space to better understand yourself, explore the experiences that have shaped you, and create meaningful change through curiosity, compassion, and connection. My approach is warm, collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in empathy. I believe therapy is most effective when you feel truly seen, understood, and supported. I draw from attachment-based and psychodynamic perspectives while integrating evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR (for Trauma-Focued), somatic therapy, mindfulness, and systems perspectives to support your unique needs. Together, we will explore the experiences, relationships, and patterns that influence how you see yourself, respond to challenges, and connect with others. This work can help you develop greater self-awareness, strengthen emotional resilience, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships with yourself and those around you. When working with couples, I incorporate Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method, and attachment-based approaches to help partners strengthen their connection, improve communication, navigate conflict, and rebuild trust and intimacy. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable showing up as your authentic self. Whether you are navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, we will work together at a pace that feels right for you to better understand yourself, move through challenges, and create a life that feels more connected and fulfilling. Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy spending time with family, being outdoors, traveling, staying active, and making time for rest and reflection. These moments help me stay grounded and bring the same presence, warmth, and authenticity into my work with clients.

Jamuna Rosner is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who works with adolescents, individuals, and couples navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, attachment-related concerns, and life transitions, including blended family dynamics. Her approach is trauma-informed and attachment-based, with a focus on how early relational experiences and nervous system responses shape present-day patterns. She is trained in the Adult Attachment Repair Model (AARM), an experiential modality informed by EMDR principles, and integrates CBT, Motivational Interviewing, collaborative therapy, and IFS-informed parts work. In her work with couples, Jamuna incorporates Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method to help partners move out of cycles of conflict, improve communication, and build emotional safety and trust. Her style is collaborative, relational, and nonjudgmental, supporting clients in increasing self-awareness, emotional regulation, and more secure ways of relating.

I specialize in working with men, women, adolescents, and couples, to help navigate their relationships, build resilience, process trauma, and develop emotional regulation skills. I support my clients in exploring their values and life purpose, guiding them through existential questions and personal growth. While working with me, you can expect to find a space where you are truly seen, deeply heard, and wholeheartedly validated. This will be your time to explore, heal, and grow. I am here to help facilitate you on this journey and to serve as a companion and guide in moving you forward. In my sessions I utilize various methods for treatment, including CBT, Mindfulness-Based Therapy and EMDR trauma treatment, as well as tools from The Gottman Method and EFT for couples therapy. These modalities give me the ability to assist my clients with a wide variety of situations and concerns, as we know there is no one size fits all for treatment. AMFT#153575.

Elizabeth is an Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a passion for supporting those seeking help with anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationship issues. She uses a person-centered approach in her practice, along with CBT, Mindfulness Therapy and ACT as needed. Elizabeth works with individuals, couples and adolescents to overcome the issues they may be struggling with internally, helps them communicate more effectively and empowers them to make better decisions for their lives. Her desire to help and ability to help clients feel validated and heard are often praised by her clients. Beth is dedicated to creating a safe space for exploration and growth using evidence-based practices that are based on her clients goals and outcomes for treatment.

Troy Nickell is President of PsyNamic and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Private Practice since 2014. He works with individuals and couples mindfully reach their goals and overcome any obstacles that may be in their way. In his therapy sessions in Solana Beach, CA, Troy uses an Integrative approach with an emphasis in Mindfulness-Based, Cognitive-Behavioral, EMDR, and Psychodynamic techniques. He currently works with a broad spectrum of clients in his private practice. Among his areas of expertise are the treatment of anxieties (including trauma), stress reduction, addictions, self empowerment and self actualization, relationship and employment struggles, grief and loss, as well as spiritual dilemmas. To schedule a counseling or therapy session with him, contact us today! Outside of his Therapy Practice, Troy utilizes mindfulness techniques to help businesses and other large groups overcome stress and operate more efficiently. Troy provides these services in a variety of settings, including working with small, medium, and large size businesses to provide employees the tools to function at a higher level, as well as working with community organizations and private coaching for individuals to overcome stress. History: Troy has worked in a variety of settings, which included the treatment of the Severe Mentally Ill, Military Veterans, substance abuse and addicts, the chronically homeless, as well as adolescents with emotional distress. Growing up in the Los Angeles area he later relocated to North County San Diego in 2008. Establishing a home here, he now enjoys the outdoors, including surfing, beach volleyball, and much more that this great city has to offer. Troy received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara and his Master’s of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology. License: Marriage and Family Therapist, License No. 82993 (Previous) Executive Member of the Board of Directors San Diego North County chapter of CAMFT Member of California Association of Marriage and Family Therapist (CAMFT) Extensively Trained in EMDR and Mindfulness-Based Techniques

I believe therapy begins with curiosity—about who you are, where you come from, and early life experiences that have shaped the way you move through the world. As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, I view therapy through a culturally-responsive, attachment-based lens, recognizing that our past can help us better understand–not define–our present. I work collaboratively with clients to explore how early experiences and cultural influences may continue to show up in their relationships, communication, boundaries, and sense of self. As an Asian American clinician, I recognize the unique challenges many clients face when navigating cultural expectations, family obligations, acculturation experiences, and conversations surrounding mental health within their communities. I aim to provide a compassionate and culturally attuned therapeutic environment where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered. My approach is grounded in attachment-based therapy and integrates evidence-based approaches, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic therapy. I integrate these approaches thoughtfully and collaboratively, tailoring our work to your unique experiences, relationships, and goals for growth. I work with adults, couples and adolescents. Whether you are looking to address trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, identity issues, life transitions, or patterns that no longer serve you, my goal is to help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships so that you can move toward greater connection, authenticity, and emotional security. When I’m not in the therapy room, you’ll often find me spending time with family, reading a good book, trying my hand at a new recipe, watching movies, or making the most of the beautiful San Diego sunshine.

If you’re unhappy, feel like something is missing, or want something more, you are not alone. Many people feel blocked from joy for a variety of reasons, from challenging memories of the past to pressures of present culture. In therapy, we work together to examine barriers to joy and take specific, tangible steps to overcome them. I’m Nick, a San-Diego based Associate Therapist at PsyNamic. I received my bachelors and Masters in Counseling Psychology from Boston College. I also received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Kentucky. I help people with general life stressors chronic and acute trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, gain insight, awareness and internal peace. I support a range of people including men and women, couples and adolescents. I enjoy helping with mens issues as well as supporting gender-affirming treatment. I believe you are more than a disorder or mental health condition, and I am here to help you restore a sense of harmony and purpose. In session, I utilize modalities such as CBT, Mindfulness-based therapy, solution-focused therapy, and pull from EFT and the Gottman Method when working with couples. Outside of therapy work, I enjoy surfing, playing guitar, plant-based foods, and hiking with my Australian Kelpie.