Freedom Within Therapy and Wellness Center

Freedom Within Therapy and Wellness Center We offer individual and couples counseling that incorporates compassion, humor, and authenticity. Are you struggling with a current relationship?

Uncertain about what direction you want to take? Perhaps you have had enough with the anxiety or depression taking control of your life. I imagine you have already tried many different things, yet nothing seems to help. We want you to know that you are not alone and that we can help you. We provide a safe space for you to explore yourself and the challenges that may be holding you back from achieving the things you want out of life. Our clinicians can help you release from those familiar patterns that have gotten you stuck and to help free you from past traumas or events that have made it difficult to move forward. We use evidence based practices that are proven to be effective in helping you work towards your goals. Our therapists have expertise in treating a range of issues including PTSD, trauma, military related issues and couple counseling. We see many individuals who are experiencing transitional issues, anxiety, depression and relationships concerns.

We all find ways to manage stress, pain, or overwhelm.But not all coping brings true healing. Sometimes what feels like ...
11/21/2025

We all find ways to manage stress, pain, or overwhelm.
But not all coping brings true healing. Sometimes what feels like “relief” is actually keeping us stuck.

Healthy coping builds resilience and self-awareness.
Unhealthy coping numbs, distracts, or delays the healing you deserve.

Therapy helps you recognize the difference and choose tools that support your growth, not silence your pain.

At Freedom Within, we’ll help you create healthy patterns that bring calm, balance, and lasting change. 🌿

Ready to shift from surviving to thriving?
Book a session with us today.
👉 https://freedomwithincenter.com/book-an-appointment/

11/20/2025

Trauma doesn’t always leave a clear mark. Sometimes it lives quietly beneath the surface.

Whether from a childhood experience, a loss, military service, or an event you barely expected, trauma can affect your mind, body, and relationships. You may feel constantly tense, disconnected from your emotions, or surprising physical symptoms that make no sense.

Healing means acknowledging what happened, giving yourself permission to feel whatever it is you feel, and learning tools that help your body and mind come back to safety.

At Freedom Within, we guide you through steps like grounding techniques, building routines, reaching out for connection, and professional therapy designed just for trauma-informed care.

Your story isn’t defined by what you’ve been through.
Start your healing journey today!
Book a session at https://freedomwithincenter.com/book-an-appointment/

Do you struggle to get started, even on the things you care about?With ADHD, motivation doesn’t always work the way we e...
11/19/2025

Do you struggle to get started, even on the things you care about?

With ADHD, motivation doesn’t always work the way we expect. What feels overwhelming or boring to your brain might never spark action, even when it matters.

But here’s the good news: you don’t have to rely on “just more willpower.” There are simple, effective tips that make motivation more than an elusive dream.

Here are three easy steps you can try today:
Break big tasks into small, achievable actions so the start doesn’t feel impossible.
Add something you enjoy to a task that feels hard so your brain sees reward, not dread.
Set one mini goal and celebrate when it’s done even if it seems small.

When you build your toolkit this way, motivation begins to grow from your ability, not your mood.

Ready to take that next step and get tailored support for ADHD?

Book an appointment with us today and let’s create a motivation plan that fits you.
👉 https://freedomwithincenter.com/book-an-appointment/

11/18/2025

Anxiety can make every day feel like a battle with your own thoughts.
But you don’t have to face it alone.

At Freedom Within Center in San Diego, we help you recognize when anxiety becomes more than temporary worry, when it’s time to seek support that truly helps you move forward.

Our therapists use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you build awareness, change unhelpful patterns, and reconnect with the life you want to live.

You deserve to feel calm, grounded, and present again.
✨ Book your appointment today!
👉 https://freedomwithincenter.com/book-an-appointment/

11/18/2025

Come grab your turkey herbs free of charge! We have a giant bush of rosemary we are happy to share! It smells delicious!

You don’t have to trap yourself in the swirl of anxious thoughts.Try this simple, 5-step process the next time worry sho...
11/17/2025

You don’t have to trap yourself in the swirl of anxious thoughts.

Try this simple, 5-step process the next time worry shows up:

☑️ Pause and take three slow breaths. Let your body settle.
☑️ Notice the thought without arguing with it. Name it briefly, for example “worry about work.”
☑️ Check your body. Where do you feel tension? Breathe into that place.
☑️ Remind yourself it is a thought, not a fact. Say quietly, “This is worry.”
☑️ Choose one small, grounding action — write one sentence, step outside, or do a short walk.

Doing this regularly creates a little space between you and the worry. Over time that space helps you respond with intention instead of reacting from fear.

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Ever feel like you’re carrying burdens no one else understands?Group therapy helps you realize you’re not alone. At Free...
11/15/2025

Ever feel like you’re carrying burdens no one else understands?
Group therapy helps you realize you’re not alone.

At Freedom Within, our groups offer safety, connection, and the tools you need to move forward.

✨ Here are some benefits of group therapy:

☑️ Feel less isolated and more understood
☑️ Gain new perspectives from others with similar experiences
☑️ Learn healthy coping strategies
☑️ Practice communication and relationship skills in a safe space
☑️ Build confidence and hope for the future

The greatest strength comes from healing together. 💙

Ready to experience it yourself? Book a spot in one of our upcoming groups today. We will be starting in January! https://freedomwithincenter.com/groups-and-workshops/
📲 619-363-1920

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At Freedom Within, learning never stops because healing deserves our best. 💙We recently engaged in a Trauma Informed Gui...
11/14/2025

At Freedom Within, learning never stops because healing deserves our best. 💙

We recently engaged in a Trauma Informed Guilt Reduction Therapy (TrIGR) training with Dr. Carolyn Allard gaining new tools to better support clients carrying guilt and shame, whether from trauma or other life experiences.

This training deepened our commitment to creating spaces where compassion meets evidence-based care; helping clients release what no longer serves them and move toward healing, allowing for freedom and self-acceptance. 🌿

Our team continues to invest in training and therapy modalities that can best serve our clients. We want to make sure we have the skills and tools to support whatever experiences you may be having.

If you are experiencing any symptoms related to trauma, or even just a strong sense of guilt or shame around experiences you have had in life, please reach out. We have the tools to support you and to help you feel better fast! This treatment approach only takes 4-6 sessions for folks to feel better, that’s it!! What are you waiting for?!

Healing starts when you feel seen, safe, and supported.✨
Book a session with us today! We’re here to walk beside you.
👉 https://freedomwithincenter.com/book-an-appointment/

Scrolling endlessly and feeling drained? Social media’s constant presence can slowly erode your well-being.Burnout often...
11/12/2025

Scrolling endlessly and feeling drained?
Social media’s constant presence can slowly erode your well-being.
Burnout often starts small: comparing yourself, endlessly checking notifications, feeling like you're always on. These habits feel normal, but over time, they fuel anxiety, fatigue, and disconnection.

Here are simple ways to bring balance back:
☑️ Limit daily screen time or set “no-phone” hours
☑️ Curate your feed: unfollow what drains, follow what uplifts
☑️ Replace scrolling with meaningful activities (walks, journaling, time with people)
☑️ Practice mindfulness: pause before you tap, notice what you feel
☑️ Use “digital detox” breaks to reset what matters most

These are choices that help you reclaim calm, clarity, and a healthier relationship with social media. I heard from someone once “use social media, but don’t let social media be used on you.” Just reiterating that there are some great functions of social media but don’t let it suck you into a mindless, unpresent existence.

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Service can leave an invisible wound: stress, grief, or memories that linger long after returning home. At Freedom Withi...
11/11/2025

Service can leave an invisible wound: stress, grief, or memories that linger long after returning home.

At Freedom Within, we honor not only your courage in service, but your courage to seek peace, understanding, and healing afterward.

Because healing is also a form of strength. And no one should have to face it alone. 🌿

If you or someone you love is navigating the weight of post-service life, therapy can help you rediscover your freedom within.

Book an appointment today and take the first step toward healing, peace, and renewed strength.
👉 https://freedomwithincenter.com/book-an-appointment/

11/10/2025

Recently, our leadership team came together for a meaningful Leadership Training facilitated by the amazing Jennifer Santoso 🌿

Our Director, Site Supervisors, Clinical Director, Practice Manager, and Clinical Supervisor all joined in; taking time to reconnect, reflect, and revisit why we do what we do.

It was such a valuable experience. Learning, sharing, and growing together as leaders so we can continue to show up with authenticity and compassion for our staff, clients, and the community we serve. 💛

Our team continues to invest in learning and growing so that we can be the best version of ourselves for our teams and our community. Here’s to continued growth, stronger connections, and leading with heart.

Follow us for more moments of growth, connection, and heart-centered leadership.

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2254 San Diego Avenue
San Diego, CA
92110

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Monday 8am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 7:30pm
Thursday 8am - 7:30pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm
Sunday 8am - 6pm

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