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Whether you're navigating a relationship challenge, working through something on your own, or supporting your family through a hard season, finding the right therapist matters. 17 licensed therapists in San Marcos are here to help, so you can choose someone who understands what you need right now.

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17 specialists found in San Marcos Area

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Anne James,  San Marcos, ca

Anne James

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San Marcos, California In-person 5 years experience
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma ADHD Anxiety Attachment

You keep having the same argument on repeat, or you notice one of you pulling away, getting defensive, or going quiet right when you most need to stay connected. You're both worn out from feeling unheard, on edge, or distant from each other. Or chronic pain or illness

Sage Breslin, Psychologist San Marcos, ca
Psychologist
Barnegat, New Jersey Online 34 years, 2 months experience
13.4 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy Emotional Abuse Family Of Origin Issues

I specialize in transformative work and breakthroughs.

Ben Cohen, Psychologist San Marcos, ca
Psychologist
Carlsbad, California Online + In-person 25 years experience
5.5 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: Blended Families Breakup Buddhism & Mindfulness Therapy Codependency Relationships

Ben is a licensed psychologist, Certified Imago Relationship Therapist, and former Co-Dean of the Faculty of Imago Relationships International. Ben has presented over 100 "Getting The Love You Want" Couples Workshops in the Boulder/Denver area, and has

Articles By Ben Cohen

Acceptance, or How Not to Destroy Your Relationship

Acceptance, or How Not to Destroy Your Relationship

We all know what it s like We fall in love, and with all good intentions, we think we have met The One ...
3 Words That Can Save Your Marriage: Acceptance, Connection, and Commitment

3 Words That Can Save Your Marriage: Acceptance, Connection, and Commitment

Every relationship has it s own unique blend of qualities that reflect who you are as a couple. You might ...
Tarra J Stariell, Marriage & Family Therapist San Marcos, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Escondido, California In-person 25 years experience
5.6 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: Gender & sexual identity Life events Medical conditions Mental conditions

I am a licensed Marriage, Family Therapist and am certified in several different modalities.  My approach with couples is multi-modal but mostly using the attachment-based method called Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) created by Susan Johnson, Ed.D. 

Caitlin Mikulicich, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate , MA, AMFT San Marcos, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate , MA, AMFT
8.1 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: ADHD Addiction Anger Management Anxiety

I use evidence-based modalities such as EFT and Gottman to help couples heal from their past and grow together and as individuals. A major focus is identifying dysfunctional patterns of relating and communication and finding healthier ways to communicate and get needs

Claire Babbitt, Marriage & Family Therapist San Marcos, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
San Diego, California Online + In-person 20 years experience
10 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: Addiction Divorce Infidelity Intimacy

As  a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I offer an integrative approach to couples therapy, using psychodynamic, CBT, relational and other approaches. The first goal often is to obtain some immediate lessening of the conflict.  Mediation can

Haleh Gianni, Licensed Professional Counselor San Marcos, ca
Licensed Professional Counselor
Del Mar, California 10 years, 3 months experience
11.7 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: Dating Coaching Divorce Life Coaching Relationship Issues

Haleh Gianni is a certified Life and Relationship Coach. She specializes in behavior assessment and evaluation from a scientific and nature-based methodology, helping her clients expand and enhance their awareness of self and their spouse. She is a trainer in an

Articles By Haleh Gianni

Healthy Marriage Under Construction

Healthy Marriage Under Construction

How do we go from I can t see myself without you to I can t stand being around you ? Why does the vision ...
Key Advice for Healthy Marriage Communication –Ask, Never Assume

Key Advice for Healthy Marriage Communication –Ask, Never Assume

When life presents us with competing priorities and obligations, the effectiveness of communication in ...
Jenn Lofft, Marriage & Family Therapist San Marcos, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Solana Beach, California 18 years experience
11.8 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: ADHD Anxiety Behavioral Issues Child Therapy

Jenn is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 18 years of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and families who envision their best selves but have struggled to find their way. She approaches people from a place of compassion and believes that

Articles By Jenn Lofft

Centering Your Marriage on Relationship Not ADHD

Centering Your Marriage on Relationship Not ADHD

Parenting is tough. Marriage can be too. We mostly know this and don t expect everything to always be ...
David L Christopher, Marriage & Family Therapist San Marcos, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
Solana Beach, California 30 years experience
12.1 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: Abuse & Trauma Alcohol Abuse Anxiety Depression

As a highly skilled, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, David provides specialized treatment for anxiety, depression, addictions and a wide range of relationship issues. David’s clients commend him on his broad ranging skill as a therapist and strong,

Craig Lambert, Marriage & Family Therapist San Marcos, ca
Marriage & Family Therapist
San Diego, California Online + In-person 30 years experience
13.6 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: Addiction Divorce Gender & sexual identity Infidelity

Craig Lambert is a marriage counselor in San Diego with over 30 years of experience dedicated to helping couples rekindle their love, deepen their intimacy and strengthen communication.  Craig is proud to incorporate Imago therapy into his work as a marriage

Articles By Craig Lambert

A Mindful Marriage for The Mindful Couple

A Mindful Marriage for The Mindful Couple

Mindfulness is a big buzzword now. There are many avenues people are seeking to become more mindful, ...
Identifying and Fulfilling Your Partner’s Need for Attention

Identifying and Fulfilling Your Partner’s Need for Attention

John Gottman, a world renowned relationship researcher, was interested in understanding what makes some ...
Clinical Social Work/Therapist , LCSW
9.9 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: Addiction Alcohol Use Anger Management Anxiety

Deborah K Berman is a Clinical Social Work/Therapist , LCSW, and is based out of Oceanside, California, United States. Deborah specializes in the counseling of Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues, Depression, etc. The therapist has experience in handling cases of

Clinical Social Work/Therapist , LCSW, PPSC
10.1 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: Addiction Alcohol Use Anger Management Anxiety

Caitlin McCann is a Clinical Social Work/Therapist , LCSW, PPSC, and is based out of San Diego, California, United States. Caitlin specializes in the counseling of Child or Adolescent, Divorce, School Issues, etc. The therapist has experience in handling cases of

Clinical Social Work/Therapist , LCSW
10.2 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: ADHD Addiction Alcohol Use Anger Management

Katie Barr is a Clinical Social Work/Therapist , LCSW, and is based out of Carlsbad, California, United States. Katie specializes in the counseling of Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, etc. The therapist has experience in handling cases of ADHD, Addiction,

Marriage & Family Therapist , MA, LMFT
10.4 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: Alcohol Use Anger Management Anxiety Bipolar Disorder

Kendall Wagner at Carlsbad Counseling Center is a Marriage & Family Therapist , MA, LMFT, and is based out of Carlsbad, California, United States. Kendall specializes in the counseling of Family Conflict, Relationship Issues, Parenting, etc. The therapist has experience

Marriage & Family Therapist , MFT, PhD
10.4 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: Asperger\'s Syndrome Bipolar Disorder Depression Divorce

Nicole M Kent is a Marriage & Family Therapist , MFT, PhD, and is based out of Carlsbad, California, United States. Nicole specializes in the counseling of Trauma and PTSD, Parenting, Relationship Issues, etc. The therapist has experience in handling cases of Asperger's

Marriage & Family Therapist , LMFT
11.6 miles away from San Marcos
Specialties: Behavioral Issues Bipolar Disorder Depression Developmental Disorders

Kathryn Anderson is a Marriage & Family Therapist , LMFT, and is based out of San Diego, California, United States. Kathryn specializes in the counseling of Child or Adolescent, Anxiety, Autism, etc. The therapist has experience in handling cases of Behavioral Issues,

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Therapy in San Marcos: Cost, Availability, and Expert Statistics

Here's what therapy looks like in San Marcos right now, based on 17 experts listed on Marriage.com - including average cost, session format availability, and therapist demographics.

Average session cost
$179
Most treated specialties
Divorce, Relationship Issues
Average therapist experience
22 years
Session format availability
Online only 6% In-person only 12% Both formats 82%
Therapist gender breakdown
Female 29% Male 24% Non-binary/other 47%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in San Marcos

How are marriage therapists verified in San Marcos?

Every marriage therapist listed in San Marcos is checked against its licensing board before we add them. That means confirming their license is active and checking their credentials. If you want the details, there's a verified badge on each profile you can click.

What should I look for when choosing a marriage therapist in San Marcos?

Start with licensure: make sure they're actually licensed in San Marcos. Then check whether they treat what you're dealing with, whether that's communication problems, anxiety, or something more specific. After that, look at insurance and cost, and decide if you want online sessions or in-person.

How much does therapy cost in San Marcos?

Marriage therapists listed in San Marcos charge an average of $179 per session. That number moves around depending on the therapist, how long the session runs, and whether insurance covers any of it, so check the actual rate on each profile.

Can I compare or message more than one therapist in San Marcos before choosing?

Yes. You can look through as many profiles as you want, compare pricing and specialties, and message more than one therapist in San Marcos before you book anything. There's no limit on how many you check out first.

Is online therapy available in San Marcos?

Yes: 82% of marriage therapists listed in San Marcos offer both online and in-person sessions, so you can pick whichever fits your schedule better.

Does Marriage.com work with therapists outside my state, or only local ones?

Only therapists licensed in San Marcos will show up for you. That's not a Marriage.com rule, it's how therapy licensing works in general, even for online sessions. Filter by state and you'll see who's actually eligible to see you.

How do I find a marriage therapist in San Marcos?

Search the directory for San Marcos and filter by specialty, insurance, and session format, online or in-person. Each profile shows the therapist's license status, areas of focus, and accepted insurance, so you can compare before reaching out.

Do I need to create an account to search for a therapist in San Marcos?

No. You can search and browse therapist profiles in San Marcos without creating an account. You'll only need one when you're ready to book a session or message a therapist directly.

Is what I share with my marriage therapist confidential?

Yes. Licensed marriage therapists are bound by confidentiality laws and professional ethics codes, with limited exceptions required by law, such as risk of harm to yourself or others. It's worth asking your therapist about their specific confidentiality policy during your first session.

How quickly can I get an appointment in San Marcos?

Availability varies by therapist. Many providers listed in San Marcos are currently accepting new clients, so check individual profiles for current availability before reaching out.