San Diego Life Transitions Therapist
Get help with finding your footing again.
Sometimes, life transitions aren’t something you chose. Major life changes can be caused by layoffs, the end of a relationship, or an unexpected loss. In these times, you can be left feeling lost or searching for purpose. Other times, the change is something you've been working toward, like a career change, becoming a parent, or moving to a new city, but you still might feel overwhelmed and uncertain about what comes next.
This feeling of being in between, when you’re no longer who you were, but not yet who you are meant to be, is a courageous space to navigate. As a therapist for life transitions in San Diego, I am here to walk with you through this space. My work is dedicated to helping you move from a place of uncertainty to a place of clarity, purpose, and confidence.
How therapy helps with major life transitions
Life transitions aren't always just about external events. They can include internal shifts that can disrupt our sense of identity and safety.
The strategies that helped you cope and process things in the past might not work for you anymore, leaving you feeling anxious, numb, or stuck in a loop of self-doubt. My approach goes beyond simple coping mechanisms to help you heal and grow at a deeper level.
Using evidence-based therapy methods, we'll explore the deeper emotional experiences that live beneath the surface.
Internal Family Systems (IFS): This model helps us understand the different "parts" of you that are reacting to the transition. There may be a part that is terrified of the unknown, a part that is grieving the past, or a part that feels immense pressure to have it all figured out.
Somatic Therapy: Transitions can cause your nervous system to be on high alert. You might feel a constant sense of unease or be quick to anger or cry. Through somatic (body-based) techniques, we'll help your nervous system settle, build your capacity for stress, and create a greater sense of calm and safety in your body.
Attachment-Based Therapies: The bonds we form with others and with our selves are often strained during times of change. We'll explore how these relationships are impacting your transition and work to build a more secure sense of self.
Common life transitions people start therapy for
I provide a safe and confidential space for you to navigate a wide range of changes, including:
Career Changes & Burnout: Whether you're making a big career pivot or just feeling exhausted in your current role, we can work on redefining your purpose and finding your next authentic step.
Relationship Shifts: From navigating divorce or a painful breakup to adjusting to a new relationship dynamic, therapy can help you heal and move forward with clarity.
Identity & Purpose: Many people reach a point where they question who they are and what they want out of life. We can explore your values and help you build a new path that works for you.
Grief & Loss: This can be a loss of a loved one, a job, or even a past version of yourself. We will create space to honor your grief and find a way to integrate the experience, allowing you to move forward.
You don't have to navigate these challenging times alone. If you're looking for a compassionate life transitions therapist in San Diego and my approach resonates with you, contact me to take the next step.