Therapy for Couples, Families & Individuals
Transformation within yourself and your relationships is possible.
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Being a human is hard and relationships can be even harder. I am passionate about helping clients overcome a broad range of life obstacles and emotional difficulties. My goal is to provide safety, understanding, and support while you learn to navigate discomfort in new and transformational ways.
About
Merylee
M.A., Marriage and Family Therapy
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT #152855
Reaching your hand out for help can be extremely difficult. My goal is to provide you with a warm, supportive space to navigate the challenges that bring you to therapy. Whether you are seeking therapy alone, with your partner, or as a family, I believe that transformation within yourself and your relationships is possible.
If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, confused, or hopeless, I want to help you find lasting relief. I have a passion for helping folks struggling with relationship difficulties, loss, anxiety, substance use, stress, trauma, and purpose. My work is rooted in empowering others and the belief that to thrive in life, each of us needs connection, support, belonging, balance, and a sense of meaningful purpose.
My approach involves collaborative partnership to work toward a reduction in uncomfortable symptoms and achieve satisfying progress. I employ flexible and effective therapeutic techniques combined with insightful education to develop emotional comfort, clarity, and connectedness.
I lead from a stance of non-judgmental acceptance and I welcome folks from all walks of life. I have a supportive, and encouraging presence and take great interest in getting to understand you and the challenges you are facing.
I offer attachment-based therapy for couples, families, and individuals.
Sessions can be conducted in-person at the Stronger Together Community Services offices in Bay Park, San Diego or online via Zoom. I offer sliding scale pricing based on verified income documentation.
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I completed my M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy at the California School of Professional Psychology and participate in ongoing, intensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP). Additionally, I have completed extensive coursework in Substance Use & Dependence through the University of California San Diego. I welcome the opportunity to work with families and individuals struggling with or affected by addiction.
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I utilize a transformative approach to therapy called AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy) which helps individuals access and process emotions in a safe and supportive environment. Through experiential techniques, AEDP fosters deep emotional connections and promotes healing through self-discovery. Together we explore inner experiences leading to greater resilience and personal growth.
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Family sessions focus on the emotional bonds between family members. Goals can include helping family members understand and improve their relationships, work together to resolve conflicts, repair attachment injuries, enhance communication, and foster deeper connections. Ultimately the overarching aim is to create healthier dynamics and increase the capacity to support and attune to one and other.
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples is a structured approach that helps couples identify and understand their emotional responses and the ways in which they get stuck in conflict or other maladaptive patterns of relating. I create a safe environment for couples to express feelings and uncover valuable insight. With the assistance of the EFT model, partners can access opportunities to deepen intimacy, heal relationship injuries, and enhance relationship satisfaction.
