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Stillwater Counseling
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Therapy & counseling · California

Therapy that fits your life.

In-person in San Diego and telehealth across California — at a pace that has room for whatever you bring.

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Our approach

Evidence-based, and tailored to you.

We draw on a few well-studied approaches and match them to what you actually need — not the other way around. Here is what that can look like in practice.

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

    A structured, present-focused approach that looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect — and where small, practical changes can make the day a little easier.

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    Less about arguing with difficult feelings and more about making room for them, clarifying what matters to you, and taking steps in that direction.

  • EMDR

    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, used to help the nervous system work through distressing memories. Offered by clinicians trained in the approach.

  • Mindfulness-based practice

    Simple attention and grounding skills woven into sessions, helping you notice what is happening in the moment without being swept away by it.

Who we work with

You don't need a diagnosis to start.

Most people come in because something feels off and they would like a thoughtful person to think it through with. These are some of the things we commonly help with.

  • Anxiety

    Worry that loops, restlessness, panic, or a body that stays on alert. We work on understanding the patterns and finding steadier ground.

  • Burnout & stress

    When work, caregiving, or just keeping up has worn you thin. Space to slow down, set limits, and rebuild some capacity.

  • Grief & loss

    Loss of a person, a relationship, a role, or a future you expected. Grief does not move on a schedule, and you do not have to carry it alone.

  • Life transitions

    A move, a new chapter, a relationship ending, a career shift. The in-between can be disorienting; therapy can be a place to find footing.

  • Couples

    For partners who want to communicate more honestly, repair after conflict, or decide together what comes next.

Telehealth

Meet from wherever you feel comfortable.

Secure video sessions for anyone in California — no commute, no waiting room. Pick a time below to see how booking will feel.

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Live scheduling connects to your calendar at launch. This is a demo — selecting a slot here doesn't book anything.

Fees & sliding scale

Clear pricing, no surprises.

We keep our rates transparent so you can plan ahead. A limited number of sliding-scale spots are available for those who need them — please just ask.

Insurance & superbills

We are an out-of-network provider. On request we can provide a monthly superbill you may submit to your insurer for possible out-of-network reimbursement. We are happy to talk through what that might look like before you commit.

  • Individual session

    50 minutes

    $150

  • Couples session

    60 minutes

    $190

  • Initial consultation

    20 minutes · by phone or video

    Free

A limited number of sliding-scale spots are available — ask us if cost is a barrier. We will tell you honestly whether one is open.

Meet the therapists

The people you'd actually be working with.

Fit matters more than almost anything in therapy. Read a little about each of us, and we can help you find the right match at your free consult.

Portrait of Maya Ellison, LMFT, therapist at Stillwater Counseling

Maya Ellison, LMFT

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist · License No. 000000

Anxiety · Couples · Life transitions

I came to this work because I believe people change most in relationships where they feel genuinely understood. In sessions I tend to be warm, curious, and direct — I will ask questions, but I will not rush you. I draw mainly on CBT and ACT, and I work with both individuals and couples. My aim is to help you feel a little more like yourself again, at a pace that is actually sustainable.

Portrait of Daniel Reyes, LCSW, therapist at Stillwater Counseling

Daniel Reyes, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker · License No. 000000

Grief & loss · Burnout · Trauma

My background is in community and hospital settings, where I worked with people moving through grief, burnout, and the aftermath of hard experiences. I am trained in EMDR and lean on mindfulness-based practices to help the nervous system settle. I try to make therapy feel less clinical and more human — a steady, low-pressure place to do the work at whatever pace fits you.

On testimonials

You won't find client stories here.

We don't publish client testimonials.

Protecting your privacy matters more than marketing. What happens in therapy stays between you and your therapist — and we'd rather earn your trust in the room than borrow someone else's words.

Get in touch

Reach out when you're ready.
We'll respond within one business day.

Share only what you're comfortable sharing — just enough for us to understand what you're looking for and match you with the right therapist. Everything here is treated as confidential.

(619) 555-0312

Mon–Thu 9 am–7 pm · Fri until 3 pm

2840 Adams Avenue, Suite 4

San Diego, CA 92116

Telehealth available statewide in California

  • Mon – Thu 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
  • Sat – Sun Telehealth by request

If you're in crisis

This form is not for emergencies. If you're in immediate danger, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or dial 911. We'll get back to routine messages within one business day.

Where would you like to meet?

Everything you share is treated as confidential. We'll follow up within one business day to schedule your free consultation.