Here at Healing Hearts Counseling our practice brings together therapists who are deeply passionate about supporting young people, with extensive experience guiding kids/children, preteens, and teens/adolescents through the unique challenges of their developmental years. We also have specialists dedicated to adult therapy, addressing the complex mental health needs that arise in adulthood, from relationship difficulties and career transitions to anxiety, depression, and life adjustments.
We strive to help our clients grow in every aspect of their lives. Regardless of their circumstances, we want our clients to recognize their true potential, their capacity to become and achieve anything. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges to improve your life in the present and future.
By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
If you’re looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you’re just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
We provide in-person mental health therapy and counseling to residents throughout north San Diego County, including Encinitas, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Rancho Santa Fe, Solana Beach, Cardiff, Leucadia, Del Mar, Carmel Valley, Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Escondido, San Marcos, Rancho Peñasquitos, 4S Ranch, Scripps Ranch, and Vista. We also offer telehealth services to clients throughout California.
We understand how overwhelming it can be to find a therapist with availability — that’s why we’re here to make it easier. We have immediate openings for both in-person and telehealth appointments in both Encinitas and Rancho Bernardo, 7 days a week: Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM and Saturday–Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Our team includes multiple fantastic therapists with diverse specialties and backgrounds, so you’ll have options when finding the right fit for your needs.
There’s no need to continue calling around — we’re ready to help you get started.
Use the form below, visit our Contact page, or call or text us at 760-458-1600. One of our care coordinators will respond as quickly as possible — usually within 24 business hours — to get you scheduled and on your way to care.
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