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Monday 9am - 7pm Tuesday 9am - 7pm Wednesday 9am - 7pm Thursday 9am - 7pm Friday 9am - 7pm Saturday 10am - 2pm

HOPE Therapy Group, 5252 Balboa Avenue , #408, San Diego, CA (2025)

12/24/2025

HOPE Therapy Group is sending you our best wishes for peace, joy, love and good health today and in the new year ✨🎄✨

11/26/2025

Another amazing addition to our team! Please help us with welcoming Elyssa Becerra to HOPE! ☀️

Elyssa works out of our Rancho Bernardo office and also does tele-health sessions.

💛 Call us to book a session with her: 858-333-6855

I love working with...

I love working with emerging adults 17-22, adults, and families who are navigating identity development, emotional regulation, neurodivergence, anxiety, relational stress, and complex or intergenerational family systems. I am particularly drawn to supporting individuals who are learning to differentiate their own voice, understand their emotional patterns, and build healthier internal and relational boundaries.

Some of my favorite approaches include...

My approach integrates neuroscience, somatic awareness, Internal Family Systems, polyvagal theory, and CBT/DBT tools. I work from a systems lens, considering the interconnectedness of family, culture, environment, and the nervous system. I value approaches that create clarity, help people understand their internal parts and protective patterns, and support the development of emotional regulation and self-trust. My style is collaborative, culturally aware, and grounded in the belief that growth happens through insight, safety, and intentional work.

How I help...

I help by creating a thoughtful, grounded space where we can explore the stories you’ve carried and the meanings you’ve made to feel safe. My focus is on helping you understand the connections between your mind, brain, and body so you can make sense of your emotional patterns with clarity and compassion.We look at the beliefs, experiences, and protective responses that have shaped you, and we begin to piece together what consistently shows up in your life. This work is collaborative and paced in a way that respects your readiness and autonomy. I hold therapeutic change as something that grows from clarity, when you can see your inner landscape more clearly, you have more choice. And when you have choice, real change becomes possible.

My role is to offer guidance, insight, and steady support; your role is to decide what direction feels right for you, whether that’s reflection, processing, change, or simply gaining insight. Whatever path you choose, it’s met with respect and unconditional positive regard.

I believe...
..healing is a process of understanding rather than forcing change. When we can understand what we carry and why, we gain the clarity to make choices that align with who we want to become. When we learn the language of our inner world, our outer world finally makes sense.

What it's like in session with me

Sessions with me are steady, collaborative, and centered on curiosity. Early on, we keep things loosely structured so we can understand what you’re carrying and what feels most present. From there, we begin making sense of your internal world by exploring the connections between your thoughts, emotions, physical responses, and nervous system patterns.When emotions become activated, we slow down and work through them together. I check in often, offer grounding when needed, and help you stay oriented so the process feels manageable rather than overwhelming. You decide the pace and depth of the work; I support you in exploring, reflecting, and making meaningful connections.My intention is to create a space that feels safe, clear, and respectful, a space where insight can grow naturally and where you can explore your inner world with trust, choice, and steadiness.

11/26/2025

HOPE continues to grow! Please help us with welcoming Dominique Giambalvo to our team!☀️

Dominique is out of our Eastlake and Rancho Bernardo offices and also does sessions via tele-health.

💛 Call us to book a session with her: 858-333-6855

I love working with...

people throughout their lifetime. I believe heavily in early intervention and as such love working with children and adolescents. I also believe it is important that adults have a safe space to come and process their emotions and life experiences.

Some of my favorite approaches include...

CBT, Art based interventions, Play based interventions, and Solution focused work.

How I help...

I help by creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and in control of your own healing. My style is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in compassion. I meet you exactly where you are, and together we move at a pace that feels comfortable and empowering for you.

What it’s like in session with me

Sessions with me are person-centered, which means you run the show. You choose the focus of our work, the pace we move at, and the goals we pursue together. I’m here to provide support, evidence-based tools, and a safe space, but your voice and your autonomy are at the center of every session.

11/22/2025

❓Live in/near Sherman Oaks❓We got you! Our Sherman Oaks office is officially open and we would love for you to choose us☀️

📍13743 Ventura Blvd., Ste 350 Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

📞 Call us 858-333-6856 | We offer free consultations

11/22/2025

‼️We are so excited . . . our Rancho Bernardo office is officially O P E N ‼️

📍16516 Bernardo Center Drive Suite 330 San Diego, CA 92128

📞 858-333-6856 | Call us to schedule an appointment with one of our amazing therapists!

11/13/2025

Another newbie alert!🚨

Please help us with welcoming Kaylene to HOPE! ☀️

Kaylene works out of our Los Angeles (Sherman Oaks) office and via telehealth.

Hi! I’m Kaylene (she/they) and I’m an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT). I’m a second-generation Korean American, born and raised in Los Angeles and I work with teens and adults to navigate stress, anxiety, and relationships, especially in a cultural context.

I love working with...

those who are thoughtful and motivated but feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, stress, worry, or disconnection. Maybe you’ve been running on empty, constantly pushing yourself, juggling expectations, or wondering if the life you’ve built still fits who you are. It’s easy to lose sight of what you need when you’ve spent so long focusing on everyone else. Therapy is a space to slow down, get curious, and come back to what feels more like you.Many of my clients are navigating the complexities of being Asian American and trying to reconcile different cultural values while also building lives that feel authentic and balanced. Together, we’ll look at how your past relationships and cultural experiences shape who you are today, while finding new ways to move forward with clarity and self-compassion.

Some of my favorite approaches include...

Person-Centered/Rogerian Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Solutions Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)

How I help...

I help clients make sense of their emotions, build insight, and get clarity on what matters most to them. We’ll explore who you are, what you want, and how to live in a way that feels more aligned with your values. Along the way, I offer a mix of validation, reflection, and practical tools when they’re needed.

I believe
.. healing happens in connection, and growth can be both meaningful and even a little lighthearted at times. We can tackle serious issues while also leaving room for humor and humanity.

What it's like in session with me

Therapy with me is collaborative, warm, and grounded in cultural understanding. It's not a one-size-fits-all situation and we'll work together to find what works best for you. I'll always be checking in to see what works, what doesn't, and we'll go at your pace.

11/13/2025

Please help us with welcoming Ashleigh to our team! ☀️

Ashleigh works out of our NEW Rancho Bernardo office and via telehealth!

Hello, I’m Ashleigh (she/hers) and I am an LCSW. I am biracial (Filipina/White) and I was born and raised in San Diego County. I love hiking, doing yoga, reading, and going on adventures with my toddler!

I love working with...

I enjoy supporting individuals who feel challenged with anxiety, depressive symptoms, trauma, self-esteem, and difficult life transitions. I have experience working with youth, adults, parents, military, and first generation.

Some of my favorite approaches include...

To honor the many parts of a client, I use a blend of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, and somatic experiencing. I also bring a therapeutic lens that acknowledges how clients’ culture, background, and intergenerational dynamics play a role in how they engage with the world and how the many systems that they are a part of impact their well-being and nervous system.

How I help...

I feel deep gratitude in sharing space with clients to offer connection, techniques, and practices that cultivate healing, authenticity, and growth. I am passionate about creating a warm and accepting therapeutic space where clients can feel like their most genuine selves in order to work through conflict, challenges, and heaviness that they may be experiencing in life.

I believe...
..that we are intuitive and adaptable beings and sometimes we need to lean onto others to remind ourselves of our strengths, skills, and spark.

What it’s like in session with me…

I strive to create slow and intentional spaces that honor clients’ strengths and capabilities, while also providing creative techniques that bring clients in touch with their mind, body, relationships, and community.

10/17/2025

One more (for now 😄) awesome new therapist! Welcome, Neqina Rodriguez! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 She is in our Clairemont office ✨✨

Hello, I’m Neqina (nuh-keen-a) Rodriguez and I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW). I was born and raised in Columbus, OH and am a two-time graduate from The Ohio State University. I moved to San Diego a few years ago as a military spouse. I have been in the mental health field since 2018, starting my career providing mental health services to youth and families in the community then transitioned to school-based therapy. I enjoy weightlifting, watching sports (mostly football), going on walks, taking my dog on adventures, going to the movies, concerts and whale watching.

I love working with... ‍

Children, teens and young adults who are experiencing a variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, trauma, self-esteem, family dynamics and other related stressors. I also have a deep passion for working with the Black community, with an understanding of how important it is to find a therapist that can relate to you regarding race-related topics.

Some of my favorite approaches include...

At the core of my approach is to be trauma-informed and client-centered. While I may use specific modalities, I also strive to be creative and focus on what the client is looking for or needing. Some modalities I use include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Narrative Therapy. By also integrating culturally responsive therapeutic modalities, I help clients reconnect with their strength, process historical and personal pain, and break cycles of generational trauma.

How I help...

Believing the client is the one in the driver seat and knows themselves best. I believe that the client already possesses so many strengths within themselves. My role is to assist the client with finding those strengths within them to better understand themselves and add to their toolbox of ways to function through life in a more helpful way. That can look like talk therapy, practicing coping skills in session, worksheets or other creative activities (especially for children!)

I believe...
..That everyone deserves a space to be able to be vulnerable, heard, seen and understood. The impact of having a space like that and the ability to feel safe, has such a helpful impact on us as humans. I also believe that healing isn't linear, it looks different for everyone.

What it's like in session with me

I bring an easy-going, relaxed, grounded, collaborative and humorous approach to the therapeutic space. I honor the pace of the client and meet them where they are at. My main goal is always to start off with building rapport and trust, as I believe that is the foundation of the therapeutic relationship. My overall approach is to celebrate your resilience while honoring your pain. I hope to create that safer space where you can feel like yourself and have a sense of belonging.

10/17/2025

We have another amazing therapist to add to our team! Welcome, Mariana Brunnett-Lazarte 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

‼️She’s bilingual (English/Spanish) and sees clients via telehealth‼️

I love working with...

I love working with adults experiencing anxiety manifesting in constant worry, racing thoughts, critical self-talk, tension, and self-doubt. I’m also passionate about supporting adults in healing from past histories of trauma (abuse, neglect, loss, religious trauma, systemic oppression, and any other adverse experience), which continues to impact their current relationships and perceptions of themselves.

Some of my favorite approaches include...

Some of my favorite approaches include Narrative Therapy, EMDR, and IFS.

How I help...

I help clients reach their goals through thoughtful questions that highlight their strengths and values, as well as through understanding, befriending, and understanding their nervous system.

I believe...

I believe that excellent therapy includes considering the societal systems we are under, as well as centering mind-body connection (integrating talk therapy with somatic practices).

What it’s like in session with me…

Working with me, you can expect collaborative and relatable conversations, that meet you where you are at while encouraging growth and healing.

10/07/2025

We have a new telehealth therapist! Welcome to the team, Piyola Derbarseghian! 😃☀️

Hello, I’m Piyola Derbarseghian (She/her/hers) and I am a AMFT. I’m passionate about supporting individuals who are navigating the complexities of adulthood, balancing work, love, and family responsibilities—while trying to stay connected to who they truly are. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you can slow down, reflect, and make sense of the experiences

I love working with...

I love working with young adults navigating anxiety, daily stress, and interpersonal challenges within their relationships. I also specialize in supporting couples who want to deepen connection, rebuild trust, and create a more harmonious, fulfilling partnership. In addition, I am passionate about helping clients explore identity conflicts, intergenerational trauma, and self-esteem concerns—especially those with multicultural or immigrant backgrounds who may feel caught between cultural expectations and personal authenticity.

Some of my favorite approaches include...

My work is grounded in psychodynamic therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), allowing us to explore how early experiences and past relationships shape your present. I also draw from humanistic approaches, emphasizing empathy, authenticity, and your innate capacity for growth and self-understanding. My work is culturally attuned and trauma-informed, ensuring that therapy honors the complexities of each client’s story, background, and values.

How I help...

In our work together, I provide a warm, compassionate space where you can safely explore who you are and what you need. I see therapy as a collaborative process, one that helps you uncover patterns, reconnect with your inner world, and build more meaningful relationships with others and yourself. Whether we’re focusing on personal growth, healing from relational wounds, or improving communication and intimacy, my role is to walk alongside you with empathy and curiosity, supporting you in discovering a life that truly reflects your authentic self.

More, here: https://www.hopetherapygroup.com/teams/piyola-derbarseghian

10/01/2025

Hi, all! 📣‼️We have another new San Diego therapist! Welcome, Rachel Kirchhofer! 😃☀️

Hello! I’m Rachel (She/Her) and I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker. I’m a firm believer that nature can heal, but also having someone to talk and process things with can be just as important. Whether it be grief, life change, anxiety, depression, burn out or pondering purpose, I’d love to go on the journey with you.

I love working with...
..people who are seeking to get in touch, or back in touch, with themselves...people I love working with: pet lovers, artists, people who ponder, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Some of my favorite approaches include...

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (mixed with some mindfulness), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT),
Internal Family Systems (IFS), finding creative or active outlets

‍How I help...

Whether you have a specific goal or are just thinking what change there could be, I am available to be a brainstormer and advocate. I’m wanting to walk the journey with you to find what is best suited for you and your life.

I believe...
..Everybody has the ability to create a life they’re proud of.

What it’s like in session with me:

Generally I like to have a short term and long term aspect of therapy sessions: how the week was and diving into the long term goals and processing. I often find that the long term and short term aspects are linked and it lets us explore together.

Throughout our time together we work together to foster emotional awareness, mindfulness and coping/grounding skills, identifying strengths (because we can be our own worst critic) finding outlets as well as fostering the knowledge of capability.

09/22/2025

Let’s not forget our new Admin Assistant, Seth Sosbee! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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