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Taking Clients Tuesday! Meet Rachel Pittsley, LMFT, & PMH-C!
Taking Clients Tuesdays would like to recognize Rachel Pittsley, LMFT, & PMH-C! Rachel just started serving clients in our La Mesa office...
Mar 5, 20241 min read
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Finding the Right Child Therapist Near You: A Guide to Navigating Mental Health Support for Your Child
In today's fast-paced world, children encounter various challenges that can impact their mental health and well-being. As a parent or...
Mar 2, 20243 min read
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Happy March!
It's almost Spring, and as the seasons change so do we! What a beautiful opportunity to notice the small changes that have happened for...
Mar 1, 20241 min read
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GTLC Mission Valley Opens March 1, 2024!!
Here is a sneak peak of what our Mission Valley patients will see tomorrow when we officially open our 8th location for in person care! ...
Feb 29, 20241 min read
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Celebrating Black History Month
Grow Through Life wants to end Black History Month by recognizing the importance of black mental health. Mental health is significantly...
Feb 22, 20241 min read
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Welcome Kimberly Yrigoyen, AMFT!
Kimberly enjoys working with children, teens, family, and couples. She works with families experiencing anxiety, depression, divorce ,...
Feb 20, 20241 min read
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Everyday is about love
Important reminder for love month. It's important to remember that every day is about love- including loving and taking care of...
Feb 16, 20241 min read
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Spread the Love this February!
Each month we have a culture focus to continue to cultivate a wonderful team environment! This month is our "spread the love". Join us...
Feb 15, 20241 min read
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Welcome Lauren Carter, AMFT!
Lauren brings compassion, understanding, and expertise to her work with individuals, families, and youth. With a background in outpatient...
Feb 13, 20241 min read
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Welcome Rachel Murphey Pittsley, LMFT, PMH-C to La Mesa!
Rachel is an LGBTQIA+ affirming Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a Certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C). In...
Feb 12, 20241 min read
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Now Announcing Our New Mission Valley Team!
Here we grow again! We couldn't be more excited to announce our new Mission Valley team. The space is getting painted now and we will...
Jan 20, 20241 min read
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Welcome Karen De Jesus, AMFT!
Karen is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who is LGBTQIA+ affirming and has worked with clients experiencing trauma,...
Jan 19, 20241 min read
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Sharp to Magellan Update
Sharp Health Plan has not contracted with Magellan for all behavioral health services. We are in network with Magellan and our Sharp...
Jan 18, 20241 min read
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Taking Clients Tuesday! Meet Macy McClung, ACSW!
Macy McClung, ACSW is accepting new clients in La Mesa for both in person and virtual care. Macy is passionate about supporting youth and...
Jan 16, 20241 min read
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Coming Soon: Grow Through Life Counseling Mission Valley
We have exciting news! Our 8th location will be opening in March in the West Mission Valley area of central San Diego. This location will...
Jan 11, 20241 min read
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Welcome Toni Daughtery, AMFT to Oceanside!
Toni provides behavioral health services to children, parents, couples, elderly, and families. She uses a compassionate humanistic...
Jan 9, 20241 min read
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Welcome Kristina Tidwell, APCC
Kristina believes that effective therapy supports setting healthy boundaries, practicing skills in emotional regulation and exercising...
Jan 8, 20241 min read
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Navigating a Fresh Start: Prioritizing Mental Health in the New Year
As we usher in the New Year, it's crucial to shift our focus toward mental well-being. In this blog, we'll explore practical strategies...
Jan 2, 20242 min read
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Welcome Nazanin "Naz" Nikoukary, APCC, AMFT
Naz has worked with various populations and is passionate about using cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapy to help her...
Dec 19, 20231 min read
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Welcome Aleta Lemon!
I have a passion for helping others! I moved to San Diego in 2001 where I obtained my Associates in Social Science and a certification in...
Dec 18, 20231 min read
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December Sorrento Ice Cream Social
We had so much fun with a white elephant and ice cream social today in our Sorrento Valley office! Glen made us homemade ice cream: apple...
Dec 13, 20231 min read
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Sharp Health Plan to Magellan & Insurance News!
In October 2023, Sharp Health Plan sent out letters informing us and our Sharp patients they have a deal with Magellan Heath Plan to move...
Dec 10, 20231 min read
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Dec 8, 20230 min read
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Holiday Party Photos Part 2
We had so much fun it took two blogs this year! Here we are getting ready to eat some great food and great company. Thanks to Vintana in...
Dec 7, 20231 min read
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