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Arilda Surridge

Arilda Surridge

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Oceanside, CA

Arilda Surridge is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Oceanside, CA. She offers services to individuals, families, couples, and groups, addressing a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, family stress, trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and relationship stress. Arilda Surridge utilizes various therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. She also incorporates mindfulness techniques into her practice. Services are available in both English (US) and Spanish (MX).

Jeanette Abney

Jeanette Abney

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

In Person Online Chat Oceanside, CA

Jeanette Abney is a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Oceanside, California. She offers services to a diverse range of age groups, including children (5 to 10), preteens (10 to 13), teenagers (13 to 18), adults (18 to 65), and elders (65 and over). Ms. Abney supports individuals, families, couples, and groups, providing in-person and online chat sessions. Her expertise encompasses a wide array of concerns, such as addiction, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), alcohol and drug use, anxiety, borderline personality disorder (BPD), chronic pain, domestic violence, eating disorders, family stress, general well-being and mental health concerns, grief, LGBTQ+ related concerns, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), parenting, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), spirituality, weight management, and work stress. Ms. Abney offers services in English and utilizes various therapeutic approaches, including trauma focused therapy, solution focused brief therapy (SFBT), family systems therapy, culturally sensitive therapy, coaching, positive psychology, and expressive arts therapy.

Kansas (james) Cafferty

Kansas (james) Cafferty

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Oceanside, CA

Kansas (James) Cafferty is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Oceanside, CA. He offers services to individuals and groups, working with teenagers aged 13 to 18 and adults aged 18 to 65. Kansas provides support for a range of concerns including addiction, anxiety, general well-being and mental health concerns, and trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). His therapeutic approach integrates several modalities, including trauma focused therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy, humanistic therapy, multicultural therapy, somatic therapy, and rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT). He also employs eclectic and integrative therapy techniques to best serve his clients. Kansas offers his services in English.

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Local Support in Oceanside, CA

Oceanside, California, a coastal city in San Diego County, offers a vibrant blend of cultural diversity and scenic beauty, characterized by its stunning beaches and active lifestyle. However, residents face economic challenges, including rising housing costs and fluctuating employment rates, which can impact overall well-being and contribute to mental health struggles. The city's community is enriched by local arts and cultural activities, yet these diversions do not entirely alleviate the pressures faced by many individuals. Issues such as unemployment and limited access to healthcare exacerbate the mental health landscape, leading to feelings of isolation and distress among residents. Fortunately, Oceanside boasts a variety of mental health resources designed to support those in need, ranging from crisis intervention to community support services. This directory is an essential tool for anyone seeking help, emphasizing that no one has to navigate these challenges alone.

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