San Diego Individual Therapy. In-Depth Therapy for Adults.

Life hurts sometimes.

You don’t have to go it alone.

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At RISE, we understand how precious, as well as how wildly challenging and painful life can be. 

We all need healthy relationships to help us thrive, and we all need extra support sometimes. Whether you are looking to heal from trauma or loss, understand yourself better, improve your relationships, or deal with overwhelming emotions, we’re here for you.

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Issues we can help you with:

  • Relationship or family problems

  • Complex trauma or abuse histories

  • Sexual abuse & sexual violence

  • Religious trauma or spiritual questions

  • Sexual identity issues, LGBTQ+ and faith intersections

  • Grief & Loss

  • Depression and anxiety

  • Neurodivergence and ADHD

Some types of therapy we use at RISE.

We blend creative, holistic, attachment-based and trauma-informed techniques to help you connect with your deepest self and harness your inner capacity to heal.

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AEDP

We provide a safe and sacred space for transformative healing using a neuroscience backed model of therapy called Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (we know–it’s a mouthful! AEDP for short).

AEDP is a therapeutic approach that emphasizes in-the-moment emotional experiences to promote healing and transformation. Here's how it works:​

  • Guided Process: Together, we'll navigate your emotions as they arise during our sessions, allowing for real-time exploration and understanding.​

  • Present-Moment Focus: Instead of solely discussing past feelings, we concentrate on what you're experiencing right now, making our work together immediate and impactful.​

  • Accelerated Healing: By addressing current emotions in a supportive environment, we can facilitate quicker breakthroughs, helping you move toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.

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Art Therapy

“As an art therapist, I know that art is another way for people to give voice to what is left unspoken in their story.

I use the creative process to help people find healing and wholeness, to express emotions that are often beyond words, and to move beyond brokenness into freedom and genuine relationships.”

–Lisa

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Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).

A sacred path to healing that opens the door to deep and lasting transformation.

  • Offers rapid relief from depression, anxiety, and trauma symptoms, clearing the way for deeper, lasting change.

  • Softens old defenses, creating space for profound insight and inner renewal

  • Rooted in decades of clinical research, yet experienced as something personal and impactful

  • Paired with attuned, trauma-informed support before, during, and after

  • “Lisa has been a life-giving traveling companion, guiding a transformative journey through deep grief, self-discovery, loss, change, and creative/spiritual drought. The care I have received at RISE has truly transformed my mind, body and spirit. My family and loved ones are experiencing a more present, engaged and full version of myself thanks to this transformative work. I'm forever grateful.“

    –JJ

  • "The time I spent with Lisa was transformative. I began therapy seeking support through a specific situation, only to find myself heal and grow overall. In the midst of honesty, stillness, and grief Lisa met me with comfort, strength, authenticity, creativity, truth, and connection. Therapy was the gift of bringing me back to myself."

    –AG

Want to get started? Have questions?We’ve got you.

Connect with us for a free 15-minute consultation.