Estes Therapy - San Diego

02/07/2025

Does Your Child or Teen Need Extra Support? 💙

Growing up is tough. Between school stress, friendships, big emotions, and life changes, kids and teens can feel overwhelmed. At Estes Therapy, we provide a safe space where they can express themselves, build confidence, and develop healthy coping skills.

Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, social challenges, family transitions, or self-esteem, our compassionate therapists are here to help.

📍 San Diego-based counseling for kids and teens
📞 Reach out today to schedule an appointment! Call or text us at (619) 558-0001
🌐 estestherapy.com



https://estestherapy.com/services/child-and-teen-counseling/

Goal driven counseling sessions available for the kiddos of all ages. We have child counseling, adolescent/teen therapy, and family therapy to help build a peaceful home. Estes Therapy uses EFT and other attachment based strategies to build secure relationships.

01/30/2025

Through all the ups and downs in life, we all need a bit of relief. EMDR is a common treatment modality to help "take of the edge" of the distress and make things more tolerable. Learn more about EMDR and how it can help.

Discover the benefits of EMDR for anxiety and depression. Learn how EMDR reduces symptoms and improves mental health with Estes Therapy in San Diego.

10/01/2024

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that our amazing therapist, Dana Pasculescu, is now officially licensed! 🌟 She is now a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - aka LMFT. Her hard work, determination, and commitment to building her clinical hours and passing the licensing exam are truly inspiring.

Join us in congratulating Dana on this incredible achievement! We’re so proud to have her on our team! 🥳👏

09/27/2024

We got the best Clinical Administrator. Thank you to Kianna for all her help with our clients and therapists. She goes out of her way to help everyone and provide support. Help me say thank you. She’s been awesome.

05/08/2024

Meet Dana, our Romanian-speaking therapist here at Estes Therapy. She uses EFT for both individuals and couples. She is taking new clients.

04/24/2024

🌿 Today, we share with heavy hearts the passing of Dr. Sue Johnson, the visionary founder of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Dr. Johnson, whose groundbreaking work has transformed the landscape of counseling, passed away yesterday after a battle with cancer.

💫 Dr. Johnson’s contributions to the field of therapy are immeasurable. Her innovative theoretical model of EFT has been the guiding light in our counseling practice, providing us with a profound roadmap to foster impactful change and healing in the lives of our clients.

🕊️ We honor her legacy by continuing the important work of promoting secure, loving relationships through EFT. Dr. Sue Johnson’s influence will forever be felt in the hearts and lives of countless individuals and families.

Rest peacefully, Dr. Johnson. Your legacy lives on through the transformative power of Emotionally Focused Therapy. 🌱

04/15/2024

Listen to Jennine and Jackie on Learn to Love talking about high-conflict.

What are the stages of Emotionally Focused Therapy? How important is safety in our relationships? What can couples do to reduce conflict?

Find out the answer to these questions and more in this week's episode of The Learn to Love Podcast, where your host Zach Beach Love interviews both the therapists and coauthors Jennine Estes Powell of Estes Therapy - San Diego and Jacqueline Wielick on Helping High-Conflict Couples, based on their new book with New Harbinger Publications.

For more on this episode click here: the-heart-center.com/ep-134-helping-high-conflict-couples-with-jennine-estes-powell-lmft-and-jacqueline-wielick-lmft/

01/29/2024

We all high conflict! Here is a tip on how to get out of Fights.

01/24/2024

In the aftermath of the San Diego Floods, Estes Therapy extends a helping hand to those grappling with the emotional aftermath. Our dedicated counselors are providing low-fee flood relief sessions, creating a safe space for healing and resilience. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or someone you care about, know that you're not alone. Together, we can navigate through these challenging times. Reach out to Estes Therapy – we're here for you. 💙

Think of our team as your relationship consultants, a neutral third party that can help you untangle

01/22/2024

An excellent review on the book, "Help For High-Conflict Couples" by Love and Life Toolbox.

Having a healthy, loving and connected relationship is one of the most rewarding experiences. Couples often start out in a good place and can't imagine things going awry. The biologically necessary attachment bonding chemical process (the "honeymoon" phase) that connects people can also shield each....