Takeaway: Whether you’re focused on making your way in your career, want to build more fulfilling relationships, or simply want to learn more about yourself, we’re here to help. Our top-rated women’s issues therapists in San Diego specialize in supporting young women through life’s challenges. Connect with us today to get started. 

Research shows women are more vulnerable to developing various mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, victims of abuse, and PTSD. Living with a mental illness can greatly impact one's ability to live a fulfilling life and maintain fulfilling relationships. At our practice, women's mental health is our top priority. In this post, we will offer you a better understanding of how these issues women face may impact your quality of life and ability to meet certain goals in life and how our team can help you get on a better path.

THERAPY FOR WOMEN

Counseling for Women | San Diego Therapist Erica Basso, LMFT

about us

Our practice consists of compassionate and skilled licensed and pre-licensed clinicians who enjoy working with high-achieving women who are struggling with anxiety, self esteem issues, career decisions, and relationship conflict. We practice from an approach that is non-judgmental and down-to-earth. Through individual therapy sessions, we help our clients make sense of your feelings and what needs to change, recognize their unique resources and strengths to do so, and learn evidence-based tools to achieve lasting change in their lives.

Finding the right therapist can be tricky, but it is worth the effort because studies show the relationship between therapist and client is the main predictor of successful outcomes. We practice what we preach and it is a non-negotiable for us to live a healthy, balanced life. As a team who believes in a holistic approach to healing, our team believe it is important for us to first tend to our own mind, body, soul connection so we can show up as our best self while at work. We believe that you are the expert in your own life and our job is to help guide you in reconnecting with yourself and develop a new relationship to your emotions. Since therapy is not one-size-fits-all, our team takes the time to understand your life as a whole and together will find the right approach to meeting your goals.

Meet our top-rated women’s issues therapists in San Diego

Erica Basso,
LMFT + Owner

Erica is the owner of a modern group practice and an authentic and conversational therapist. Her specialty includes high-achieving women struggling with anxiety, stress, perfectionism, life transitions, relationship challenges, and career decisions. Some of her clientele are creative types and those who work in the entertainment industry. Her effective approach has lend her opportunities to be featured in number of publications including Huffpost, Poosh, Sporty & Rich Wellness Club and more. If you need an expert's perspective on women's issues for a public speaking event or article, please feel free to reach out to her.

  • Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
  • License number: 114828
  • M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy
  • Virtual sessions to California residents (San Diego, OC, Los Angeles, and beyond)
  • Providing therapy since 2016
  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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Cheyenne Cheshier, ACSW

Cheyenne is is a compassionate therapist dedicated to guiding clients toward authentic and fulfilling lives. She employs a holistic approach to helping individuals through various emotional challenges. She has experience with individuals struggling with body image or an eating disorder and athletes with sports performance. By developing coping skills through evidence-based interventions, Cheyenne empowers individuals to navigate life's challenges with resilience and cultivate a positive sense of self, ultimately fostering growth and enhancing overall well-being.

  • Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW #119271)
  • Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California
  • Supervised by Erica Basso, LMFT #114828

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Shakeh Galstian, AMFT

Cheyenne is is a compassionate therapist dedicated to guiding clients toward authentic and fulfilling lives. She employs a holistic approach to helping individuals through various emotional challenges. She has experience with individuals struggling with body image or an eating disorder and athletes with sports performance. By developing coping skills through evidence-based interventions, Cheyenne empowers individuals to navigate life's challenges with resilience and cultivate a positive sense of self, ultimately fostering growth and enhancing overall well-being.

  • Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW #119271)
  • Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California
  • Supervised by Erica Basso, LMFT #114828
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Why choose us for women’s therapy in San Diego

We are a modern group practice that is changing the view of what mental health treatment looks like, who can seek therapy looks like, and helping eliminate the stigma and taboos of mental health in general. Our team shares life values of self development and living an intentional and mindful life. We practice what we preach so we can show up our best self and provide effective treatment for our clientele.

Our approach is both holistic and integrative.

This means we combine traditional talk therapy with the latest evidence-based techniques that feels compassionate, down to earth, and non-judgmental. We don't just treat your symptoms, but consider the issues that bring a person to session in the context of you as a whole person.

We are collaborative in nature.

Meaning we talk in session and provide our feedback and insights when appropriate. Gone are the days of the 'blank state' therapist. We believe the relationship (rapport) is often the biggest indicator of successful outcomes in treatment so we foster this relationship by offering a safe and supportive environment.

We accept several insurance plans to make therapy more affordable and accessible. 

We commonly hear how difficult it is to find a good in-network provider. That's why our practice has decided to contract with insurance. Our associates accept Blue Shield of California plans (including UC-SHIP), MHN (Health Net), and Optum (United Healthcare). We will run your benefits for you. 

FAQ about counseling for women

There is not a right or wrong way to decide on the right fit therapist. Making the commitment to begin therapy is a vulnerable and courageous act and it is a highly personal decision who may be the fit provider for you. It's common to have a preference for gender and it is your right to advocate for this if needed. Let's discuss some common reasons why a female identifying individual may prefer to work with a women's issue therapist.

Safety is an important concern to consider when deciding whether it would be important to have a female as a provider. For survivors of trauma, abuse, intimate partner violence, or individuals experiencing sexual assault or harrassment, this would provide a safe space to receive support.

Relatability to the many things women struggle with can be an important factor in deciding on a female provider, especially during sensitive cases women may face such as pregnancy, infertility, postpartum depression, or reproductive trauma.

Is it better for a female to have a female therapist?

We are advocates of women's health and want to emphasize that it is more than reasonable, and in certain situations, necessary to choice to work with a female provider for a variety of emotional suffering and mental health issues. We understand no matter your mental health concern, many clients simply prefer a woman provider. Our practice consists of all women providers who will work collaboratively with you to decide on the right therapeutic approaches for your best success.

We would love to support you and learn more about how we may be the right fit for you at this time. We know the significance of investing your time and money, so we offer a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation before you book your first session with us. On the call, we will determine appropriateness of fit and answer any questions you may have.

Is it okay to ask for a female therapist?

It means we have experience and training in addressing the many mental health concerns and experiences other women face throughout their life. We focus on providing a safe space for women to process relationship issues, abuse, hormonal changes, anxiety depression, and more. Our team is focused on helping high-achieving women overcome anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship conflict. Our women’s issues therapists are here to help you feel supported and empowered. 

Our team of dedicated providers enjoys working with high-achieving women who are struggling with anxiety, stress, self esteem issues, career decisions, and relationship conflict. We practice from an approach that is non-judgmental and down-to-earth. Through individual therapy sessions, we help our clients make sense of what needs to change, recognize their unique resources and strengths to do so, and learn evidence-based tools to achieve lasting change in their lives. Since therapy is not one-size-fits-all, our team takes the time to understand your life as a whole and together will find the right approach to meeting your goals.

What does it mean when a therapist specializes in women’s issues?

Our women’s issues therapists are here to help you feel supported and empowered. 

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