Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner in San Diego
HM Psychological Services is a private group practice dedicated to providing inclusive, client-centered mental health care. Our team of licensed therapists specializes in personalized treatment plans for individuals, couples, and families facing challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and gender identity concerns. We prioritize creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients of all backgrounds can explore their emotions and develop coping strategies.With expertise in LGBTQIA+ affirming care and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, we help clients build resilience and achieve personal growth. Our collaborative model ensures treatment aligns with each client's unique needs, values, and life circumstances. We offer both in-person and telehealth sessions to accommodate diverse client needs across San Diego and beyond.
Services
Individual Therapy
Relationship Therapy
Family Therapy
Telehealth Sessions
Gender Affirming Care
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized therapy tailored to your unique needs and life circumstances
- Our team includes licensed therapists with specialized expertise in LGBTQIA+ care
- We provide both in-person and telehealth therapy options for your convenience
- Our collaborative approach ensures treatment aligns with your personal values
- We maintain a safe, non-judgmental space for clients of all backgrounds
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide a safe space for personal growth and healing. We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and OCD while offering gender-affirming care for LGBTQIA+ clients. Our therapists work collaboratively to develop customized treatment plans addressing your specific challenges and goals. This evidence-based approach helps clients build coping skills and resilience for improved mental well-being.
Relationship Therapy
Relationship therapy helps partners improve communication and strengthen connections. We work with all relationship types including polyamorous and LGBTQIA+ couples to address conflict patterns and build healthier dynamics. Our therapists provide tools for effective communication, conflict resolution, and emotional intimacy. This service supports couples at any relationship stage, from pre-marital preparation to navigating difficult transitions.
Family Therapy
Family therapy improves communication and resolves conflicts within family systems. We address parenting challenges, grief, trauma, and relationship dynamics through structured sessions that promote understanding. Our approach recognizes how individual family members' experiences impact the whole system. This service provides practical tools for conflict resolution and strengthens family bonds through collaborative problem-solving.
Telehealth Sessions
Telehealth sessions deliver the same quality care through secure video platforms. This convenient option benefits clients with mobility challenges, busy schedules, or geographic limitations. We maintain strict confidentiality protocols while providing flexible access to mental health services. Virtual sessions ensure continuity of care for clients traveling or preferring home-based therapy environments.
Gender Affirming Care
Our gender-affirming care specializes in supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals through identity exploration and transition processes. Therapists provide culturally competent care addressing unique mental health challenges faced by queer communities. This service includes support for coming out processes, gender dysphoria management, and building resilience against discrimination. We create safe spaces for clients to explore their authentic selves without judgment.
People
Dr. Heather Marriatori
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Heather Marriatori specializes in trauma recovery and LGBTQIA+ mental health. With over a decade of clinical experience, she employs evidence-based approaches to help clients achieve emotional healing and personal growth through compassionate, client-centered care.
Heather George
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Heather George focuses on relationship dynamics and family systems therapy. As LMFT #43136, she helps couples and families develop healthier communication patterns and resolve conflicts through collaborative, strengths-based therapeutic approaches.
Dr. Katie St. Laurence
Registered Psychological Associate
Dr. Katie St. Laurence specializes in anxiety disorders and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Her practice emphasizes skill-building for emotional regulation and evidence-based interventions tailored to each client's unique needs and treatment goals.
Dr. Neda Vakili
Registered Psychological Associate
Dr. Neda Vakili provides culturally competent care for diverse client populations. Her practice focuses on trauma-informed approaches and mindfulness-based interventions to promote healing and resilience in individuals facing complex mental health challenges.
Cherrie Scott
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor
Cherrie Scott supports clients through life transitions and identity exploration. As APCC #10324, she employs person-centered techniques to help individuals build self-awareness and develop practical coping strategies for improved mental wellness.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, and gender-affirming care for LGBTQIA+ clients using evidence-based approaches tailored to each client's needs.
Do you offer telehealth therapy options?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth sessions through encrypted video platforms for clients who prefer virtual therapy or have scheduling/accessibility constraints.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at (619) 500-4637 to schedule your initial consultation. Our intake coordinator will help match you with the most appropriate therapist based on your needs.
What are your cancellation policies?
We require 24-hour advance notice for cancellations. Sessions canceled with less notice will be charged at the full rate to maintain scheduling integrity.
Do you accept insurance?
We are in-network with select insurers and provide super bills for out-of-network reimbursement. Contact us directly to verify your specific insurance coverage details.
What makes your practice unique?
Our collaborative team approach combines specialized expertise in LGBTQIA+ care, trauma recovery, and evidence-based therapies within a safe, inclusive environment for all clients.
