Good Therapy San Diego

09/15/2025

Anxiety often traps us in limiting thoughts like “I’m not good enough” or “I have to be perfect.” In her article, Jessica Cooper, LMFT, explores how blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with spirituality creates space to step out of anxious thinking and into peace, clarity, and deeper self-connection.

Read the full article here:
https://www.goodtherapysandiego.com/when-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-and-spirituality-meet-we-can-heal-our-anxious-mind/

Find Peace And Presence By Mixing Science & Spiritual Connection To Your Soul. Find A Trusted Therapist today!

07/09/2025

Our wounds, whether emotional, psychological, or spiritual, can be the very pathways to our liberation and spiritual awakening. In a thought-provoking article, "The Wound Is Where the Light Enters," Lisa Anzaldua, AMFT, explores how these painful experiences can lead to profound healing and a deeper connection with our true selves. Read the full article to learn more about the journey of healing through spiritual awakening.

https://www.goodtherapysandiego.com/the-wound-is-where-the-light-enters-healing-through-spiritual-awakening/

07/08/2025

Check out this Q&A article featuring Katie Brooks, Founder and Clinical Director of Good Therapy San Diego!

Published by Found(ed) by Women, the piece explores mind-body healing and leadership in mental health—and will be included in their upcoming book, The Wellbeing Atlas: Founders Shaping the Future of Mental Health in 2025.

Read the article and preview the book here:
👉 https://www.foundedbywomen.org/books/upcoming-book-the-wellbeing-atlas-founders-shaping-the-future-of-mental-health-in-2025/

We are living in an era where wellbeing is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Across industries, geographies, and generations, the conversation has shifted from surviving to thriving. From mental health apps to mindfulness at work, from the science of sleep to the resurgence of ancient healing...

06/24/2025

Today's Read:
"The Hopeful Brain" ~ Barbara Blatchley, Ph.D.

Scientists have long known that hope aids behavior. Recent research shows that individual differences in spontaneous brain activity may predict hope and task performance.

06/17/2025

Looking for a skilled therapist for support through recent challenges? Our therapists have a range of specialties and would love to accompany you on your journey to healing. Reach out today to get connected to a therapist in Oceanside-Carlsbad, Encinitas, or Sorrento Valley.

Individual therapy or counseling, involves meeting with the therapist one-on-one. Contact us to schedule with a video or in-person therapist!

06/12/2025

Today's Read:
"For Father’s Day, Give and Receive the Gift of Stories" ~ Suzanne B. Phillips, Psy.D., ABPP

Most parents are aware of the benefits of reading to their children. Often unrecognized are proven benefits of sharing their stories with children of any age. It is a special gift.

06/04/2025

Today's Read:
"Boundaries as Invitations, Not Barriers" ~ Sara Nasserzadeh, Ph.D.

Boundaries aren’t walls, they’re invitations. When expressed lovingly and firmly, they create connection, not division.

05/30/2025

Today's Read:
"How Perfectionism Is Created In Relationships" ~ Santiago Delboy MBA, LCSW

Perfectionism often stems from early relationships, as internalized high standards lead to self-criticism and insecure attachments.

05/27/2025

Today's Read:
"The Role of Motivation for Success" ~ Anna Rostomyan, Ph.D.

Motivation plays a pivotal role in our lives, both in its external and internal modes, which have the potential of making the ride worthwhile.

05/22/2025

What’s the difference between Future Template, Mental Video Check, and In Vivo Exposure in EMDR—and how do you know when to use each?

In this video, we break down the unique roles these interventions play within EMDR treatment planning. While Future Template is used to resource and install adaptive responses, Mental Video Check and In Vivo Exposure are utilized after the Flashforward Protocol, specifically to help clients confront and reprocess feared future scenarios.

You'll learn: ✅ When to use Future Template vs. Mental Video and In Vivo Exposure ✅ How to apply each technique post-Flashforward ✅ Clinical tips for treating anticipatory anxiety, phobias, panic disorder, and OCD

This video is perfect for EMDR therapists who want to strengthen their clinical decision-making and confidently navigate future-oriented targets. Note: Both the Future Template and Mental Video Check were developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro, the founder of EMDR therapy. This video is presented by Katie Brooks, LCSW—EMDRIA-Approved Consultant and Clinical Director/Founder of Good Therapy San Diego.

If you have questions or are interested in EMDR consultation, feel free to reach out through our website at goodtherapysandiego.com, via email at Katie.Brooks@goodtherapysandiego.com, or by phone at (619) 330-9500.

What’s the difference between Future Template, Mental Video Check, and In Vivo Exposure in EMDR—and how do you know when to use each?In this video, we break ...

05/15/2025

Today's Read:
"How Play Therapy Benefits Your Child's Emotional Well-Being" ~ Azmaira H. Maker, Ph.D.

Play therapy is a unique form of therapy that is better suited and perhaps more effective than traditional talk therapy for young children coping with stressors.

05/08/2025

Today's Read:
"ADHD and Avoidance: Why You Keep Dodging Important Tasks" ~ Ugochukwu Uche MS., LPC

ADHD avoidance isn't laziness—it's a cycle of overwhelm and fear. Learn how to break the loop with small steps, structure, and self-compassion.