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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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Happy Holidays from the Grow Through Life Counseling Team
We had a great time connecting at our holiday part this past weekend! Thank you to all our team members who came, Janette Etchings for...
Dec 7, 20231 min read
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Welcome Macy McClung, ACSW
Macy has experience working with youth, families, transitional aged youth (TAY), and adults with her most recent experiences including...
Nov 29, 20231 min read
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Welcome Faatimah Ransom!
Faatimah is a dedicated professional based in San Diego with a passion for community development. She loves making a positive impact on...
Nov 22, 20231 min read
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Happy Thanksgiving!
We wish you and your loved ones a warm and joyous Thanksgiving filled with gratitude and togetherness. We are grateful for you all year...
Nov 20, 20231 min read
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The Transformative Power of Gratitude on Mental Health
In a world often consumed by the hustle and bustle of daily life, taking a moment to appreciate the positives can have a profound impact...
Nov 20, 20232 min read
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Taking Clients Tuesday! Rachael Troxel Bowman, AMFT
Rachael Troxel Bowman, AMFT is accepting new clients in Sorrento Valley for both in person & virtual care. Rachael utilizes a warm,...
Nov 14, 20231 min read
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Oceanside Expansion is complete!
We are celebrating our new space in Oceanside. Our neighbor retired and we expanded out suite. We had 4 treatment rooms and now we have...
Nov 12, 20231 min read
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