Business Details
Expert Mental Health Therapy in San Diego
Since 2010, Insight Psychological Services Center has provided compassionate mental health care through evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs. Our team of licensed psychologists and therapists specializes in treating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges using cognitive-behavioral therapy and other proven approaches. With over a decade of combined experience, including academic contributions and community mental health work, we offer both in-person and telehealth services across California.Our practice emphasizes personalized care, cultural sensitivity, and practical strategies for emotional well-being while maintaining transparent communication about treatment options and costs. We prioritize client accessibility through insurance partnerships and sliding-scale fees, ensuring quality care remains attainable for diverse populations.
Services
Individual Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Telehealth Services
Anxiety Disorders Treatment
Depression Treatment
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Grief Counseling
Stress Management
Life Transitions Coaching
Highlights and features
- We offer telehealth therapy statewide across California since 2010
- Our team includes psychologists with over 15 years of combined experience
- Specialized training in cognitive-behavioral therapy and trauma-informed care
- We accept 8 major insurance networks including Aetna and Blue Cross
- Culturally sensitive treatment approaches for diverse patient populations
What people say
Compassionate professionals
Effective anxiety treatment
Qualified therapists
Specialized depression care
Supportive environment
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized mental health treatment for adults and teens facing anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Our evidence-based approaches help clients develop practical coping strategies and emotional resilience. Services utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques tailored to individual needs while addressing relationship challenges and career stressors through confidential, solution-focused sessions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Structured psychotherapeutic approach addressing mood disorders and behavioral patterns. Treatment combines cognitive restructuring with behavioral activation to modify negative thought cycles and maladaptive behaviors. Clinicians specialize in applying CBT for anxiety disorders, grief counseling, and improving interpersonal relationships through skills-based interventions and practical problem-solving techniques.
Telehealth Services
Secure online therapy sessions accessible statewide. Platforms provide HIPAA-compliant video conferencing for mental health treatment from personal devices. Services maintain therapeutic quality while offering flexibility for clients seeking convenient care options without compromising professional standards or confidentiality protocols.
Anxiety Disorders Treatment
Specialized programs for generalized anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and social anxiety. Treatment combines mindfulness techniques with cognitive-behavioral strategies targeting physiological symptoms and thought patterns. Therapists address anxiety-related challenges including stress management and emotional regulation through personalized treatment plans.
Life Transitions Coaching
Guidance through major life changes including career shifts and relationship adjustments. Services integrate existential counseling with practical planning strategies. Therapists help clients develop adaptive coping mechanisms for navigating uncertainty while maintaining emotional stability during periods of significant change.
People
Dr. Heidi McClune
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Specializing in treating anxiety and depression since 2010. Completed doctorate at Alliant International University. Former university research contributor. Supervises clinical training while offering cognitive-behavioral therapy for children and adults.
Dr. Sara Patterson
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Expert in adolescent and adult mental health since 2011. Dual expertise in cognitive-behavioral therapy and relationship counseling. Trained in faith-based interventions and attachment theory. Focuses on life transitions and academic stress management.
Dr. Kimberly Tejada
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Specializes in depression and trauma treatment since 2019. Integrates spiritual counseling with evidence-based practices. Completed APA-accredited internship at Sharp Healthcare. Expertise in perinatal mental health and family transitions.
John Tarsitano
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Provides Jungian-informed therapy under supervision since 2020. Focuses on anxiety and relationship dynamics. Master's degree from Pacifica Graduate Institute. Utilizes integrative approaches for individual and family counseling.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy for anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, and grief counseling using cognitive-behavioral techniques.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, TRICARE, United Healthcare, Western Health Advantage, and HealthNet insurance plans as in-network providers.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth therapy throughout California using HIPAA-compliant video platforms for convenient mental health care.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at 858-272-6100 or through provider emails to schedule initial consultations. We'll verify insurance coverage before your first session.
What therapy approaches do you use?
Our primary approach is cognitive-behavioral therapy, supplemented by solution-focused techniques and integrative methods tailored to individual client needs.
Do you offer sliding scale fees?
Yes, reduced fee appointments are available. Contact us directly to discuss financial assistance options and availability.
