Left untreated, mental health issues can have dire consequences for individuals, families, and communities. We are on a mission to change that.
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Since 1956, our approach has been profoundly community-oriented, mirroring the diversity and resilience of our North County neighbors with services that uplift and strengthen.
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News & Upcoming Events
Emily McCay, ACSW
Emily McCay, ACSW Associate Clinical Social Worker Hi, I’m Emily. I’m an Associate Clinical Social Worker with specialties in addiction recovery and domestic violence dynamics. I have over five years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I’m...
Affirming Relational Therapy with Trans and Gender Diverse Couples and Families: Attachment, Systemic Dynamics, and Clinical Considerations
About the Workshop Join us for "Affirming Relational Therapy with Trans and Gender Diverse Couples and Families: Attachment, Systemic Dynamics, and Clinical Considerations" on March 30, 2026, from 12:30 pm to 3:45 pm. This interactive course equips mental health...
Empowering Therapists with TF-CBT Training: Enhancing Mental Health Support for Latiné Children in San Diego
At Palomar Family Counseling Service, we are dedicated to delivering top-tier mental health services to families across San Diego County. We're excited to recap our recent two-day Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) training, tailored specifically for...
When the January Blues Feel Deeper: Signs of Seasonal Affective Disorder and When to Seek Help
Feeling the January blues? Learn to spot when post-holiday sadness turns into seasonal affective disorder (SAD) or deeper depression. Discover key signs and when to seek professional help from Palomar Family Counseling in North San Diego County. The holidays are...
Transform Your Practice with Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) An Intensive 2-Day Training + Full Path to Certification
Palomar Family Counseling Service is thrilled to host a rare and powerful training opportunity in Southern California: a 2-day in-person TF-CBT intensive led by one of the nation’s top experts, Alison Hendricks, LCSW of Hendricks Consulting. Alison literally helped...
Part 2: When Food Feels Scarce — You’re Not Alone
Written By: Dr. Nicole Asencio, LMFT Part 2: Emotional & Relational Support: When food insecurity touches more than the stomach If you’re reading this, you might be experiencing the anxiety, stress, or shame that comes when you’re not sure where your next meal...
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