Julia Avila, PhD
Every child deserves to feel seen, heard, and understood—I help families navigate challenges with empathy, boundaries, and connection.
CARLSBAD, ENCINITAS & VISTA
Young Adults Therapy
In therapy, we will help you learn how to trust your own voice, better understand your desires, and establish healthy relationships. Trusting yourself can free you up to feel more honest and connected to others.
Book a Free ConsultationThere's nothin' in the world so sad as talking to a man who never knew his life was his for making.
- Ray LaMontange
About Therapy for Young Adults (Twenties & Thirties)
The world is changing at a rapid pace and no generation has experienced it more than today’s young adults. From social media to online dating, the complexities and nuances of life have greatly increased. It can be so challenging for many to navigate all of the transitions and major life decisions in the midst of the clamor and constant stream of information. In an age of hyper-connected online relationships, the hardest relationship can be learning how to know and trust your own feelings.
Common Difficulties of Young Adults
- Completing School
- Selecting a Career
- Transitioning Jobs
- Substance Abuse
- Conflict in Relationships
- Depression
- Family Planning
- Dating/Singleness
- Noticing Unhelpful Patterns
Confidence in Self and in Intimate Relationships.
Amidst all of the major decisions that are made as a young adult, it can be overwhelming to know how to trust yourself. This can leave people questioning themselves in many of the decisions that take place during this time in life. What career do I really want? When do you know you’re ready to marry? Do I want children? In therapy, we will help you learn how to trust your own voice, better understand your desires, and establish healthy relationships. Trusting yourself can free you up to feel more honest and connected to others.
Learn more about how therapy may be helpful for you by reading about our approach to growth, health, and psychotherapy.
Meet Our Young Adult Therapists
Naomi Wu, PsyD
You are worthy of belonging, healing, and growth—I offer a safe space to explore your story with care and compassion.
Reid Kessler, PsyD
Therapy is a space for growth—I help people break free from limitations and create meaningful, lasting change.
Lisette Montañez, PsyD
I provide a compassionate space to explore emotions, relationships, and identity, helping you find meaning in your experiences.
Jenna Suway, PhD
I believe in the power of therapy to foster self-acceptance, resilience, and growth—let’s work together toward positive change.
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Get in-person therapy with a psychologist in Carlsbad, Encinitas, or Vista
Addresses:
2564 State Street, Suite B
Carlsbad, CA 92008
