Something brought you here — maybe it’s a relationship that left you questioning yourself, a faith you’re no longer sure fits, a life chapter that just closed, or a version of yourself you’re trying to find again.

Whatever it is, you don’t have to carry it alone.I specialize in working with (women who are rebuilding after emotionally destructive or narcissistic relationships— people who gave a lot of themselves and are now working to reclaim their voice, their sense of reality, and their own identity. This work is some of the most meaningful I do, and I approach it with both steadiness and deep respect for how disorienting that kind of healing can be.

I also support people navigating religious trauma and faith deconstruction — the grief, the identity shifts, the loss of community, and the complicated task of figuring out what you want to keep and what you need to leave behind. This is a nuanced space, and I hold it without judgment. Beyond those core areas, I work with individuals facing major life transitions: becoming a parent, going through divorce, launching kids into adulthood, starting over, or simply arriving at a season where the old map no longer applies.

My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative. I’m an active participant in sessions — I don’t just listen quietly and reflect back. I help you slow down, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and connect the patterns from your past to the way you’re showing up today. I draw from Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), Parts Work (IFS-informed), and attachment-based frameworks to get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck.My path to this work started on the other side of the couch, in a season of my own life that felt unsustainable. That experience deeply shapes how I show up — with genuine respect for your story, and a steady belief in your capacity to heal.I work with: individuals, adults, women navigating relationship recovery, parents and co-parents, people in spiritual transition, and those facing grief and loss.I’m available: in-person at Mission Valley (Wednesdays & Thursdays) and Oceanside (Mondays), and via telehealth.If you’re ready to take that first step — even if it feels uncertain — I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

otified when Claude responds?Notify Sonnet 4.6 Aly is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist that is here to help. is supervised by Ida Fariba, MFT#124097

Something brought you here — maybe it’s a relationship that left you questioning yourself, a fait... Read More

Cynthia Savage, AMFT, blends traditional psychotherapy with holistic, trauma-informed, and mindfulness-based practices to support clients in achieving authentic healing and growth. With over 10 years of experience in the field of self-development, Cynthia has built a strong foundation in both evidence-based and integrative therapeutic approaches.

Her work draws from modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Brainspotting (Level 1), and Trauma-Informed Care. Cynthia also incorporates Yoga Therapy, Mindfulness, Breathwork, and Somatic techniques, helping clients connect the mind and body in the healing process.

Cynthia is passionate about working collaboratively with clients to form a vision for the “whole person”—addressing not only emotional and mental well-being but also lifestyle, physical health, and personal empowerment. She is dedicated to creating a supportive, compassionate space for individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds—both in person and via telehealth.

Her areas of focus include:

Holistic Therapy & Wellness, Women’s Issues & Empowerment, Life Transitions & Identity Changes, Grief & Loss, Trauma Healing & Emotional Regulation, Relationship & Communication Challenges, Infidelity & Intimacy Concerns, Polyamorous and Nontraditional Relationships, Substance Use & Recovery, Parenting, Prenatal, and Postpartum Support, Support for Teens and Families, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Aging, Empty Nest, and Midlife Transitions

Cynthia’s integrative approach empowers clients to release what no longer serves them, embrace change with confidence, and reconnect with their sense of purpose and self.

Cynthia Savage, AMFT, blends traditional psychotherapy with holistic, trauma-informed, and mindfu... Read More

Danielle Pawling-Haddad, AMFT is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to providing compassionate care to individuals, couples, and families. She specializes in helping clients navigate complex emotional and relational challenges, including trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, and more.

Danielle takes an attachment-focused and experiential approach in her work, using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to support couples in moving toward deeper connection and meaningful repair. She also integrates Internal Family Systems (IFS) in her practice, offering clients a powerful framework for healing pain, grief, and trauma by exploring and honoring all parts of the self.

With a strong focus on creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment, Danielle empowers clients to foster self-awareness and resilience. She facilitates family therapy through a systemic lens, helping families enhance communication, repair ruptures, and strengthen their emotional bonds.

Specialties: Intimacy, Infidelity, Relational Challenges, Women’s issues, Depression, Trauma and Severe trauma, Severe PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Life transitions, Complex emotional and relational issues, and more. Danielle incorporates somatic work, mindfulness, and holistic practices.

Danielle Pawling-Haddad, AMFT is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to providin... Read More