People don’t usually call me when their life is going well... they call because they are struggling or drowning in emotional pain and are striving to make things better. It takes strength and hope to reach out for professional support and I am so glad you are here! I help those who are wrestling with trauma, loss, anxiety, depression, food/body issues, codependency, and relationship problems... this is my passion! In our work together, you will develop insight and growth in a trusting and authentic environment. In addition, I will also help guide you to better understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors by untangling old patterns, unraveling negative beliefs, and instilling useful coping skills. It is my personal and professional belief that we all have the power of change within us, and I will honor your unique path to discover that power within yourself to achieve the life you want!

Managing Emotions: DBT Skills Group

 New group coming soon!
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills groups for people struggling to regulate their emotions, maintain healthy relationships, manage anxiety symptoms, and cope effectively in social environments. Specific DBT skills will be taught and practiced in the group and in your own life. You will walk away with different ways to challenge daily frustrations and manage difficult emotions to get along better with others and live a rewarding life!

EMDR therapy has been helpful with the following issues: 
- TRAUMA / PTSD
- ANXIETY / DEPRESSION
- EATING ISSUES
​- GRIEF & LOSS
- LACK OF  MEANING OR PURPOSE
- RELATIONSHIP PROBLEMS 
- ADDICTIONS
- COMMUNICATION CHALLENGES
- UNMANAGEABLE EMOTIONS
If you're having a life threatening mental health emergency, please go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. The information on this website is meant for educational and informative purposes only; it is not intended to be a substitute for mental health treatment.

3333 Camino Del Rio South Suite 215, San Diego, CA 92108 | 2204 El Camino Real Suite 305, Oceanside, CA 92054
[619] 431-1842  |  deborah@estestherapy.com
EMDR therapy, trauma therapy, trauma counseling, adolescents, teens, anxiety, addictions, social anxiety, depression, DBT, couples therapy, marriage therapy, Emotionally focused therapy, Encinitas, Carlsbad, La Costa, Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos, Leucadia, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Carmel Valley, La Jolla, San Diego