Looking for a Therapist?
Are you struggling to find a therapist you really click with?
Nobody picks up the phone and if they do, it doesn’t quite feel like a match.
Have you tried everything – eating healthy, going to bed early, connecting with friends, movement – but it’s not making a difference?
You know you are ready for a change – and we are here to help. This is a space where you will feel truly connected, seen, and heard.
At Connected ~ Seen & Heard, we believe you deserve a space where you feel a genuine sense of belonging. Together, we focus on helping you build a more compassionate relationship with yourself, strengthen your connections with others, and move through your daily life with greater intention and support. Whether you’re navigating challenges as an individual, couple, or family—from early adolescence through adulthood—we’re here to meet you where you are. We also offer workshops and customized trainings designed around your unique goals. For added accessibility, we’re in-network with Aetna, Cigna, and United Healthcare.
Our Services
You’re overwhelmed by the pace of life.
Do you wake up already bracing for the day, feeling behind before your feet even hit the floor?
Does it feel like no matter how much you get done, life keeps speeding up?
By the end of the day, are you exhausted but somehow still carrying the quiet pressure that you didn’t do enough?
Anxiety, worry and sadness are high – you know this is not the only way to live but you don’t know how to change things.
Do you feel numb or disconnected, like you’re just going through the motions of your life?
Does your mind constantly race through ‘what ifs,’ even when nothing is actually wrong?
Do you carry a quiet heaviness, like something just isn’t okay—even on good days?
Is it hard to relax, because your thoughts won’t slow down long enough to let you breathe?
Your relationship feels like work.
Do you feel more like roommates than partners lately?
Has your relationship started to feel like work instead of connection?
Do you miss the ease, laughter, and closeness you once had together?
You want to show up as a calm and compassionate parent—but find yourself snapping more than you’d like.
Do you end the day feeling guilty for snapping at your kids in a moment of stress?
Do you feel constant pressure to be patient and present, but end up overwhelmed instead?
Do you feel flooded with parenting advice, but unsure how to actually make it work in your day-to-day life?
What would it feel like to experience a truly authentic therapeutic connection, free from judgment, that supports you in creating change that is meaningful for you?
Here, we focus on helping you build the kind of connection that fosters real growth—where you can feel safe to explore, be understood, and show up fully as yourself. Together, we work toward deepening your self-awareness, strengthening your relationships, and creating more compassion for yourself and others. This process may gently challenge you, inviting you to peel back layers, grow with intention, and move closer to a life that feels aligned and meaningful.
If you’re looking for a therapist in the San Diego or Sacramento area, you’re welcome here.
Therapy
Are you looking for a place where you can share your worries, fears and frustrations without judgement?
Do you worry about burdening your friends and family with your struggles?
What would it feel like to reach for support and allow yourself to be truly seen?
You may already sense that what you need is within you — and at the same time, you don’t have to navigate the path to self-discovery alone. Together, we can create a space where you feel safe to explore your inner world, build meaningful connections, and share your experiences with another human who is fully present with you. In this work, you are seen – not only the parts you’re comfortable showing, but also the parts that feel harder to reveal. You are heard not only in what you say, but also in what may feel difficult to put into words.
Workshops
Are you searching for inspiring, meaningful trainings and real connection—but only finding the same standard workshops?
“Are you seeking connection through meaningful learning—but only finding workshops that don’t quite bring people together?”
We hear you and have exactly what you are looking for. Our workshops are designed to give you space to engage in thoughtful, small-group conversations around topics that matter to you, like self-compassion, creativity, parenting, your relationship with your body, and overwhelm and relaxation. Together, we blend education, open discussion, and genuine connection to create an experience where you can learn, reflect, and feel supported in community.
What would it feel like to reach for support and allow yourself to be truly seen?
You may already sense that what you need is within you — and at the same time, you don’t have to navigate the path to self-discovery alone. Together, we can create a space where you feel safe to explore your inner world, build meaningful connections, and share your experiences with another human who is fully present with you. In this work, you are seen – not only the parts you’re comfortable showing, but also the parts that feel harder to reveal. You are heard not only in what you say, but also in what may feel difficult to put into words.
Trainings
Do you feel under supported, disconnected from your team and at times unprepared at work?
“Are you leading a capable team, but struggling to unlock their untapped potential and inspire consistent engagement?”
How would your work experience change if you felt more connected, informed, and supported in the way you show up professionally?
We offer training opportunities for mental health professionals in San Diego, Sacramento, and beyond, as well as for businesses and organizations seeking to create more connected, effective teams. In our trainings for clinicians, you can deepen your knowledge while earning continuing education credits across topics like attachment, trauma, developmental trauma, substance use, and what it means to be a truly connected therapist.
For organizations, we create customized trainings designed around your specific needs—whether you’re part of a practice, clinic, school, or treatment center. Together, we can explore topics like teen substance use, attachment-based leadership, trauma in the workplace, and building a more connected team to increase productivity and satisfaction.
If you’re curious about how Connected ~ Seen & Heard can support you or your team through therapy, workshops, or trainings, we invite you to explore what feels most aligned for you.
Why the Connected Crew is different!
What would it feel like to sit with a therapist where you don’t have to perform, impress, or have it all figured out?
We understand how challenging it can be to find the right therapist in San Diego or Sacramento. Here, our approach centers on meeting you human to human—showing up with authenticity, openness, and empathy—so you can do the same. While our training and experience matter, we believe the most meaningful work happens when you feel genuinely connected, not analyzed or judged.
You already carry insight, strengths, and wisdom within you. Together, we build on what’s already there through a collaborative process where your voice, your experiences, and your pace guide the work. By creating a space rooted in authenticity and vulnerability, we support you in developing a deep sense of safety—one that allows for real healing, growth, and lasting change.