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Mandy Chuey

Mandy Chuey

Encinitas, CA
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LCSW
Mandy Chuey is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist dedicated to providing a safe and trusting space for individuals to share their stories. She understands that many people may feel stuck, anxious, or burdened by unwanted thoughts, events, or memories. Recognizing that everyone faces challenges from time to time, Mandy offers an empathetic ear alongside effective tools to help make sense of distressing events and unresolved trauma. Her holistic humanistic approach incorporates powerful healing practices such as EMDR and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). With the goal of guiding clients toward peace, balance, and happiness, Mandy is proud to provide a BIPOC and LGBTQ+ safe space. She looks forward to connecting with those who seek support on their journey.
Specialties
Anxiety Getting Unstuck LGBTQ+ Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma
Lisa Saremi

Lisa Saremi

Encinitas, CA
LMFT
Lisa Saremi is a compassionate and depth-oriented Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), who specializes in supporting individuals through grief, trauma, anxiety, and the complexities of life transitions. With a rich background as a yoga therapist and EMDR-trained professional, she integrates somatic-based therapies and interventions that honor the whole person. In her therapeutic practice, Lisa seeks to illuminate the unconscious aspects of her clients’ experiences, guiding them on their healing journeys toward wholeness. Her diverse approach includes the use of Compassion Focused, Trauma Focused, and Positive Psychology techniques, among others. Lisa is dedicated to helping clients navigate through change, loss, and transformation, utilizing her extensive knowledge in integrative modalities ranging from art therapy to EMDR. Those who feel trapped by past hurts or limiting patterns can find guidance in her genuine commitment to personal growth and fulfillment. With a history of overcoming life obstacles herself, Lisa is passionately devoted to empowering others on their paths of self-discovery and healing.
Specialties
Anxiety General Mental Health Grief PTSD/Trauma Spirituality
Sue Shrinkle-emmons

Sue Shrinkle-emmons

Encinitas, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Sue Shrinkle-Emmons is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist (MS, LMFT) dedicated to empowering adults and elders, especially women and members of the LGBTQ+ community. She understands that daily stressors, illness, family pressures, and trauma can leave individuals feeling stuck and emotionally overwhelmed. Through her holistic-feminist approach, Sue provides therapy that clarifies values, increases emotional resilience, and reduces overall stress in a supportive and affirming environment. <br /> <br /> Focusing on each individual's unique needs, Sue utilizes various therapeutic modalities, including EMDR and the Safe and Sound Protocol, to enhance nervous system resiliency. She believes that the therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of effective change, fostering a safe and nurturing space where clients can explore painful or confusing issues. Together, they will work to cultivate healing and growth in their lives, managing emotional distress and relationship challenges holistically. Sue's commitment to her clients ensures that they feel understood and empowered to reclaim their sense of control and power.
Specialties
Anxiety
Barbara Stanforth

Barbara Stanforth

Encinitas, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Barbara Stanforth, a skilled Marriage & Family Therapist, understands the concerns parents face when they are worried about their child's behavior, whether it be defiance, aggression, or avoidance. With her extensive experience, she has successfully guided numerous families through challenging times, restoring harmony within their homes. Her approach is tailored to meet the specific issues and personality of each client, combining Eastern modalities like mindfulness with traditional methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). In some cases, she incorporates innovative techniques like hypnotherapy to expedite progress. Barbara believes in offering her clients relief as swiftly as possible, which is why she chooses to operate outside of insurance limitations. By doing so, she prioritizes individualized treatment over restrictive diagnosis codes that can unfairly label individuals, particularly children. Whether working with couples, families, or individuals, Barbara is dedicated to fostering growth, healing, and resilience.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Bipolar Depression Domestic Violence Eating Disorders Family Stress Grief Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Spirituality Student Life
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Anne-marisa Stinson

Anne-marisa Stinson

Encinitas, CA
Psychologist, PSYD
Dr. Anne-marisa Stinson is a distinguished Psychologist, dedicated to guiding individuals through their personal journeys. With extensive experience in various therapeutic settings, including inpatient care and intensive outpatient programs, she has effectively treated a wide array of disorders, focusing primarily on mood disorders and addiction. Her therapeutic approach is deeply humanistic, rooted in the belief that each person holds the answers within themselves. By fostering a collaborative environment, Dr. Stinson helps clients uncover their inner wisdom. She skillfully integrates multiple modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Transpersonal Therapy, and mindfulness techniques, ensuring a tailored experience for teens, adults, and elders alike. Dr. Stinson's commitment to her clients is evident in her compassionate approach to addressing issues such as anxiety, grief, and relationship challenges.
Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Chronic Pain Depression General Mental Health Grief Mindfulness Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Parenting Relationship Stress Spirituality
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Sharon Tawfilis

Sharon Tawfilis

Encinitas, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Sharon Tawfilis, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (MA, LMFT, EEM-CP), creates a safe and confidential space for her clients. In their sessions together, she focuses on identifying and developing personalized self-care routines tailored to individual needs. Sharon empowers her clients by helping them recognize, transform, and release both conscious and unconscious beliefs that block them from creating the life they desire. Utilizing techniques such as entrainment to alter brain waves, she enables clients to access clarity and actionable steps toward their goals. Her approach is informed by the foundational work of giants in the field, merging their research and experience to enhance mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being. Clients often report an increase in self-love and confidence, a reduction in anxiety and depression, greater self-awareness, and improved fulfillment across all areas of life, including relationships. Sharon is honored to support courageous individuals on their journeys toward self-improvement and healing, as she believes that all healing is self-healing and that taking the first step opens the door to transformative changes.
Specialties
Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Chronic Pain Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Spirituality
Grayson Wallen

Grayson Wallen

Encinitas, CA
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA
Grayson Wallen, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with extensive training and credentials, specializes in assisting individuals and couples through challenging times in their lives. He is particularly adept at guiding those in addiction recovery and couples facing dullness, conflict, or the possibility of divorce. Grayson understands the emotional turmoil that comes with relationships weighed down by unresolved issues and the worries surrounding family dynamics and financial recovery. Through his completion of the Level 3 Practicum Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, he utilizes evidence-based strategies to help couples foster friendship, effectively manage conflicts, and cultivate meaningful connections. Additionally, Grayson supports individuals in making sense of their emotions and overcoming barriers that prevent them from achieving personal growth. With a compassionate approach, he acknowledges the complexities of staying clean and sober and strives to empower his clients in their recovery journeys. His goal is to provide a supportive space where clients feel understood and motivated to overcome their challenges, and if he is not the right fit, he is committed to recommending alternative resources to ensure they receive the support they need.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression General Mental Health Managing Emotions Men's & Women's Issues Recovery Relationship Stress
Shelley Wisdom-lazar

Shelley Wisdom-lazar

Encinitas, CA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Shelley Wisdom-Lazar, an LCSW therapist, specializes in providing Co-Parent Counseling for divorced couples who prioritize their children's well-being. She excels in enhancing cooperation and communication, and also extends her services to couples experiencing low to moderate conflict through Parent Coordination, whether voluntary or court-ordered. With a commitment to adults and older teens navigating life transitions, including role changes, loss, or relationship challenges, Shelley takes a comprehensive BioPsychoSocial approach to therapy. This incorporates various life factors that contribute to both problems and solutions. She is known for her warm, directive style, where she actively engages in therapy rather than merely listening. Shelley's approach combines support, encouragement, and insightful questions designed to help clients uncover answers to their struggles. Her extensive training in trauma, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness, alongside her own life experiences, enriches her therapeutic practice. Whether clients are at the onset of their divorce journey or feeling overwhelmed by parenting challenges, Shelley is dedicated to helping them reduce symptoms and rediscover enjoyment and productivity in their lives.
Specialties
Depression Getting Unstuck Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma
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Lucy Zhang

Lucy Zhang

Encinitas, CA
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Lucy Zhang, a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist with an MA and LMFT, specializes in assisting teens and adults facing diverse life challenges. With a compassionate and culturally sensitive approach, Lucy empowers her clients to overcome trauma, PTSD, and anxiety, particularly within the context of Asian American experiences. She provides effective coping strategies and life coaching, tackling issues such as relationship dynamics, self-esteem, and emotional well-being. Her therapeutic modalities include Compassion Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and EMDR, among others, ensuring that each individual receives personalized care tailored to their needs. Passionate about guiding her clients through life transitions, Lucy fosters an environment of trust and understanding, helping them navigate a wide array of concerns, from mood disorders and family conflict to stress and racial identity. Her strength-based and trauma-informed practices reflect her commitment to nurturing resilience and personal growth.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Borderline (BPD) Depression Family Stress General Mental Health LGBTQ+ PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Student Life

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